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High‑School Hoops Highlights: Wins, Shutouts and Big Runs

February 10, 2026

In the Bay City area, girls’ basketball teams are making headlines with a mix of close battles and dominant performances. A standout moment came when Beaverton faced off against No. 8 Hemlock, a game that kept both teams on their toes until the final seconds. Beaverton started strong but fell behind

environment

Volunteer Clean‑Up Turns Forest Fresh

February 8, 2026

Paragraph 1. A big group of local people came together to tidy up a huge national forest, showing how community effort can protect nature for the future. Paragraph 2. The event was organized with help from a local environmental club and the U. S. Forest Service, bringing together volunteers

entertainment

Money, Secrets, and Cops: The Real Story Behind Netflix's The Rip

January 28, 2026

Netflix's latest hit, The Rip, is a gripping crime thriller that blends real-life events with a lot of imagination. The movie, starring Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, is based on a real drug bust that happened in Miami Lakes, Florida, about ten years ago. But don't expect the movie to be a straight ret

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Fighting Ice with Food: Unusual Ways to Keep Roads Safe

January 27, 2026

In the battle against icy roads, cities are getting creative. They're mixing beet juice, molasses, and even pickle brine with salt to keep roads safe. This might sound strange, but it's working. Salt has been the go-to for melting ice on roads for years. It's cheap and effective. But it's not great

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Michigan's Winter Warnings: Snow, Ice, and Bitter Cold

January 27, 2026

Michigan is facing a tough winter week. A strong weather system is bringing lake-effect snow, high winds, and dangerously cold temperatures. This system is expected to stick around through Wednesday, January 28, with the worst snow hitting northern Michigan and the eastern Upper Peninsula. Several

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Snowfall Showdown: Who Got the Most in the Lower Hudson Valley?

January 26, 2026

Snow is still coming down in the New York City area on Sunday, Jan. 25. A big storm is covering much of the northeast. So, how much snow has fallen in downstate New York so far? Let's look at the numbers. First, it's important to know that these snow totals are not official. They come from differen

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Idaho's Water Guardians: How Science is Saving the State's Precious Resource

January 25, 2026

Idaho is making big moves to protect its water. The Idaho Water Resources Research Institute (IWRRI) is leading the charge. It's giving out over $580, 000 to fund eight research projects. These projects are happening at the state's public universities. They aim to tackle Idaho's water problems head-

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Winter Weather Woes: NYC Braces for Slippery Surprise

January 25, 2026

New York City is in for a wild weather ride this weekend. Snow is expected to start early Sunday, but it won't stay all snow for long. Meteorologists are predicting a switch to sleet, which could make things messy and dangerous. Sleet happens when snowflakes fall through a warmer layer of air and m

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Michigan's Chilly Reality: What's Ahead in the Next Few Weeks

January 22, 2026

Michigan is in for a rough ride this January. The state is bracing for a deep freeze that will last well into the next couple of weeks. The good news? There's a light at the end of the tunnel, but it's still a ways off. Roads are a mess right now. The tiny snowflakes that come with extreme cold pac

environment

The Messy Truth Behind America's Factory Farms

January 22, 2026

America's factory farms, or CAFOs, produce a staggering amount of waste. This waste often ends up in our rivers and lakes, making them unsafe for swimming or fishing. The problem is that these farms are not held to the same environmental standards as other industries. Unlike factories, they don't ha