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Small Town, Big Trouble: The Data Center Dilemma

December 20, 2025

In a small farming community near Ann Arbor, Michigan, a heated debate has been sparked by a recent decision made by the Saline Township Board of Trustees. The board chose to settle a lawsuit, allowing a massive data center project to proceed. This project, involving OpenAI and Oracle, has caused qu

weather

North Jersey Braces for Stormy Day with High Winds and Flooding

December 19, 2025

North Jersey faced a challenging morning as a storm swept in, bringing heavy rain and strong winds. The weather disrupted commutes, with trees falling and roads flooding. The National Weather Service warned that the rain would continue for much of the day. By afternoon, the rain was expected to eas

environment

Michigan's Move: New Laws to Control Data Center Growth

December 19, 2025

Michigan is taking steps to manage the rapid expansion of data centers. Three new bills aim to control water use, transparency, and costs linked to these large facilities. The legislation comes as more people in Michigan express worries about the impact of data centers on their communities. The bil

weather

Windstorm Wreaks Havoc: One Life Lost, Thousands in the Dark

December 18, 2025

A man lost his life when a tree crashed into his home during a fierce windstorm that swept through the Inland Northwest. The storm, which peaked early Wednesday morning, left over 70, 000 people without electricity, causing widespread disruptions. The storm's intensity was staggering, with wind gus

science

Bees Built Homes in Ancient Owl Leftovers

December 17, 2025

Deep inside a cave, a peculiar story unfolded. Giant owls, with their big eyes and even bigger appetites, left behind a mess. They ate their prey and then spat out bone pellets. These pellets created a cozy spot for bees. Scientists found something strange in the cave. They saw odd shapes in the tee

education

A School Board Member's Sudden Exit: What Really Happened?

December 13, 2025

A school board member in New Jersey decided to leave her position early. Rebecca Petersen was part of the Raritan Township school board for three years. She chose to step down a month before her term ended. This happened after a long argument about some old social media posts. Petersen said her tim

lifestyle

Hualien: A Welcoming Hub for Global Residents

December 11, 2025

Hualien is making big moves to make life easier for people from other countries. The local government is putting in extra effort to support international residents with bilingual services and helpful resources. First off, there are bilingual service counters and a website that's easy to navigate in

health

Ohio's Vulture Mystery: Bird Flu on the Rise?

December 10, 2025

A puzzling situation unfolded in Ohio recently, involving a large number of dead vultures and a possible bird flu outbreak. Health officials confirmed that at least two of the 72 vulture carcasses found near a Catholic school tested positive for bird flu. This discovery came after the birds had been

politics

Taxpayer Funds and Security: What's Really Going On?

December 10, 2025

Pennsylvania's Governor, Josh Shapiro, is under scrutiny. A committee in the state legislature, led by Republicans, has decided to dig deeper into how Shapiro is using public money. They want to know about the security upgrades made to his private home. This comes after a firebombing incident at his

education

Big Changes Coming to Ridge Schools: $8 Million for Fields, Tracks, and Roofs

December 9, 2025

The Bernards Township School District is making some big moves. They're spending around $8 million to fix up their schools. This money will go to improving the Varsity Field, resurfacing the Ridge track, and replacing roofs at two schools. First up, the Varsity Field at Ridge High School is getting