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Life, Love, and a Legacy in Psychology

February 24, 2026

Bernard Spilka, who passed away on May 23, 2025, in Denver, left a lasting mark on the field of psychology. Born in New York City on August 12, 1926, he began his journey by serving in the Army Air Force Medical Corps after World War II. His academic path led him to New York University, where he ear

education

Donaldsonville Student Earns Dean’s List Honor

February 24, 2026

Maliek Robertson, a sophomore studying environmental science from Donaldsonville, earned a spot on Delta State University’s dean’s list for the fall 2025 semester. The university awards this honor to undergraduates who complete at least twelve credits and maintain a GPA between 3. 50 and 3. 79 ea

business

College Audit Uncovers Oversight Gaps, Not Missing Funds

February 23, 2026

College officials say a recent forensic audit found no missing money and that the institution is still in “excellent fiscal condition” while building reserves, yet it also revealed serious failures in financial oversight that left trustees unaware of millions in transactions. The audit was ordered a

business

Wacker Wins 2025 Supplier of the Year Award from 3M

February 23, 2026

The award ceremony in St. Paul celebrated Wacker as the top supplier for 3M in 2025, a title earned after thousands of competitors were evaluated. The honor was presented to Raman Trikala, 3M’s Global Key Accounts Manager, and Ian Moore, head of the Consumer & Healthcare Unit. 3M’s selection proc

politics

Portland Schools Face Federal Probe Over New Black Student Center

February 18, 2026

The U. S. Department of Education has launched an inquiry after a complaint claimed that Portland Public Schools engaged in “racial preferencing” by creating the Center for Black Student Excellence. A conservative nonprofit, Defending Education, argued that spending up to $25 million on the cente

technology

American Roads May Soon See Solid-State EV Batteries

February 16, 2026

Electric vehicles (EVs) have become a common sight on American roads, but the batteries powering them are still evolving. Most EVs use lithium-iron phosphate (LFP), nickel-manganese cobalt (NMC), or nickel-cobalt aluminum (NCA) batteries. These are well-known technologies, but they have been around

sports

Olympics Schedule Clash Leaves Top Freeskier Feeling Short‑Spoken

February 15, 2026

Eileen Gu, the 22‑year‑old Chinese athlete who won silver in slopestyle earlier this week, expressed disappointment after the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) refused to adjust her training timetable for the halfpipe event. She is the only woman competing in all three freestyle di

sports

New Money, New Game: How Private Investors Are Changing College Sports

February 13, 2026

College sports are getting a financial boost from an unexpected source: private equity. The University of Utah has just made history by teaming up with a private equity firm to support its athletics programs. This deal is a big shift from the usual way things are done. The university has set up a fo

education

Celebrating a Music Mentor Who Shaped Lives

February 12, 2026

Edward P. Norris III, a teacher from Smithtown who runs the choral program at Glen Cove High School, will be honored as the 2025 Educator of Note by the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame. The award ceremony takes place on March 20 in Stony Brook, where Norris will receive his plaque a

sports

Oakcrest Swimmers Claim Victory in S. J. Group C Championship

February 12, 2026

The Oakcrest High School swim team emerged victorious in the S. J. Group C championship, outpacing their rivals from Seneca High School. This win was not just a triumph for the team but also a testament to their hard work and dedication throughout the season. The championship was a closely conteste