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Standing Firm: A Gym Member's Fight for Free Expression

February 17, 2026

In a bold move, a California gym-goer chose to challenge the growing trend of political intolerance. Katie Zacharia, a loyal member of a local cardio kickboxing gym, found herself at the center of a heated debate when she was asked not to wear her Trump hat during classes. The trouble started when

entertainment

Crime Drama Short but Sweet: The Story of Mare in Easttown

February 15, 2026

Easttown is a small town in Pennsylvania that has been hit hard by drugs. A new crime series shows how the community fights its own hidden problems while trying to solve a murder. The show is only seven episodes long, which makes it quick and easy to watch over a weekend. The story starts with the

education

Seattle Holds Schools Open While City Celebrates Super Bowl Win

February 11, 2026

The city will ring in the Seahawks’ victory with a trophy ceremony at 10 a. m. PT on Wednesday, followed by a parade along 4th Avenue at 11 a. m. PT. Despite the excitement, Seattle Public Schools will keep its doors open and students who miss class for the festivities will receive an unexcused a

sports

Ice‑Hockey Star: Hilary Knight’s Journey to the Top

February 8, 2026

Hilary Knight is a name that rings loud in American hockey circles. She has already earned four Olympic medals—one gold and three silver—and ten world championship golds, a record that puts her among the sport’s legends. In 2026, she continued to shine when the U. S. team outscored Finland 5‑0; her

politics

The Unlikely Fallout: How a Single Incident Shake Up the Trump Administration

January 28, 2026

The recent killing of Alex Pretti, an intensive care nurse, by border patrol agents in Minneapolis has sparked a wave of criticism and internal strife within the Trump administration. At the center of this controversy is Stephen Miller, a key figure known for his hardline immigration policies. Mill

sports

Stanford's Step Forward: Honoring Katie Meyer and Boosting Student-Athlete Mental Health

January 28, 2026

A deal has been reached between Stanford University and the family of Katie Meyer, a former soccer star who tragically took her own life in 2022. The university faced a lawsuit after Meyer's family claimed that disciplinary actions from Stanford contributed to her distress. Meyer, a talented goalie

entertainment

A Woman's Solo Row Across the Atlantic: A Journey of Strength and Resilience

January 27, 2026

Taryn Smith, a woman from Omaha, is making waves as she rows solo across the Atlantic Ocean. This is no easy feat, as she's taking part in the World's Toughest Row, a grueling 3, 000-mile race from the Canary Islands to Antigua. She's been out there for over a month now, and she's not alone in her j

health

Rural Maine's Maternity Crisis: A Closer Look

January 27, 2026

In the quiet town of Patten, Maine, a dramatic event unfolded in June 2025. Katie Gowell, expecting her fifth child, faced a life-threatening complication. Her umbilical cord prolapsed, a serious condition that can cut off the baby's oxygen supply. Dr. Rose Fuchs, her family doctor, quickly sprang i

education

A Science Teacher's Journey to Inspire

January 24, 2026

Barbara Brock, a science teacher at High Springs Community School, was awarded the Teacher of the Year title for Alachua County. This honor came after a long journey in education, starting in 2003. Brock was one of three finalists, competing with Robert Ryan McNickle from Buchholz High School and Ka

health

A Mother's Journey Through Unimaginable Loss and Resilience

January 23, 2026

Lori Coble, a mother of seven, passed away at the age of 48. Her life was marked by both immense joy and profound sorrow. In 2007, she lost her three eldest children in a tragic car accident. Kyle Christopher, Emma Lynn, and Katie Gene were just 5, 4, and 2 years old, respectively. After months of