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Arts Grants Help 11 Local Projects Grow

May 26, 2026

The Arts of Starved Rock Country Fund gave out $13, 931. 47 this spring to 11 local arts and culture groups. The money went into projects ranging from summer theater camps to art therapy for people who survived brain injuries. The fund uses a competitive spring round. A panel of judges scores each

sports

Upcoming MMA Night: New Stars and Big Showdowns

May 26, 2026

The Valley Forge Casino will host Art of War Cage Fighting 48 on June 6, bringing a mix of seasoned fighters and fresh talent to the tri‑state area. Five professional bouts are set for the evening, featuring 14 competitors in total. The headline fight sees light‑heavyweight champion Ian “the Hammer

environment

Mountain Life Rebuilt After Glacier Collapse

May 26, 2026

A wooden hotel, finished in just 105 days, now stands in the Loetschen Valley as a sign that people are trying to move forward after their village was swallowed by ice and rock. The building, called Hotel Momentum, was opened a year after the Birch glacier slid down and buried most of Blatten. The s

politics

Alaska’s Baby‑Care Program Gets a Boost

May 26, 2026

A new law will give more money to Alaska’s Infant Learning Program, a free service that helps babies with developmental delays. The bill was approved by both houses of the state legislature and now waits for the governor’s signature. The program, run by 15 providers across the state, offers therapy

health

Tick Safety Made Simple: What You Need to Know

May 26, 2026

Spring and summer mean more outdoor time, but they also bring tiny risks most people overlook. Ticks and mosquitoes become more active when the weather warms up, turning simple walks in the grass or backyard gatherings into potential health concerns. The Kane County Health Department is stepping in

health

The ADHD numbers keep rising—what’s really changing?

May 26, 2026

For years, ADHD was mostly linked to kids who couldn’t sit still. Now, adults—especially women—are getting diagnosed long after childhood. Why? One big reason might be that doctors are finally listening instead of dismissing complaints about forgetfulness or messy thoughts as “just stress” or “bad h

weather

Wind Advisory: Strong Gusts and Rain Sweep Through Missoula Area

May 26, 2026

A fast-moving band of rain and wind is slicing through parts of western Montana today, with gusts strong enough to rattle loose items and drop small branches. The system is racing north at about 35 miles per hour, currently stretching from just southwest of Missoula all the way to areas southeast of

weather

Weather ruins Memorial Day plans for millions

May 26, 2026

This holiday weekend started with big travel plans for nearly 45 million Americans. Most wanted to reach beaches, cities, or family gatherings. But weather had other ideas. Storms pounded the East Coast from Boston to New Orleans, turning roads into rivers and airports into waiting rooms. Meanwhile,

technology

AI’s Future Needs More Than Just Tech Experts Saying So

May 26, 2026

The push to control artificial intelligence isn’t just about smarter algorithms—it’s about who gets to decide what those algorithms should do. A key figure in AI development recently spoke at a rare meeting between tech leaders and religious authorities, warning that leaving AI entirely in the hands

religion

The Pope’s Take on AI: Bigger Than Just Rules

May 26, 2026

The new pope has dropped a major statement about artificial intelligence, calling it a make-or-break moment for humanity. Instead of just asking for quick fixes, he’s pushing for deep changes in how AI is built and used. His main warning? Right now, too much power sits in the hands of a few big tech