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Georgia Stars Shine on New Year's Eve

December 27, 2025

New Year's Eve is just around the corner, and the celebration is set to be bigger than ever. The annual "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve" is back, and this time, it's bringing a star-studded lineup with some big names from Georgia. Let's take a closer look at who's performing and what makes this

weather

Stormy Nights Leave North Bay Reeling: Power Outages and Downed Trees

December 27, 2025

The North Bay faced another rough night as a powerful storm system continued to wreak havoc. This was the third night of heavy rain and strong winds, which caused more trees to fall and left many without electricity. The storm was part of a weather pattern known as an atmospheric river, which brings

environment

Rotorua's Watery Warnings: Staying Safe This Summer

December 26, 2025

Rotorua's lakes and rivers are popular spots to beat the summer heat, but they come with risks. The Bay of Plenty Regional Council is urging everyone to be cautious. Last year, 17 people drowned in lakes and rivers across New Zealand, with three of those in the Bay of Plenty. Drowning isn't the only

environment

A Fresh Start for Adirondack's Loon Conservation

December 26, 2025

The Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation has a new leader in science and conservation. Lizz Schuyler, a local expert, is taking the reins. She's no stranger to the Adirondacks, having grown up in the Pottersville/Schroon Lake area. Her journey in wildlife science started close to home and took he

environment

Florida's Hidden Green Treasures

December 26, 2025

Florida is famous for its theme parks and beaches, but it also has a lot of protected areas. About 67% of southern Florida is covered by national and state parks. That's around 3. 5 million acres of land and water south of Lake Okeechobee. Most people don't realize this when they visit Orlando or th

technology

Lenovo's 2026 Laptop: A Smart Twist on Tech

December 26, 2025

Lenovo is set to shake up the laptop world in 2026 with some exciting new tech. The company is planning to introduce a range of ThinkPad laptops powered by Intel's upcoming Panther Lake chips. This includes everything from standard models to high-performance versions. One of the most interesting fe

weather

California's Christmas Storm: A Costly Weather Event

December 26, 2025

California faced a harsh Christmas surprise this year. A strong winter storm, known as the Pineapple Express, brought heavy rain, power cuts, and even deaths. This storm is part of a weather pattern called atmospheric rivers. They carry moisture from tropical areas to the west coast. While they brin

finance

Private Equity's Clever Trick to Beat the Slump

December 25, 2025

Private equity firms are in a pickle. They usually buy companies, fix them up, and sell them for a profit. But lately, it's been tough to find buyers. Interest rates have shot up, making it expensive to borrow money for deals. So, what's their clever trick? They're selling companies to themselves!

business

A Cut Above: How a Phone Mix-Up Left a Barber Shop in a Lurch

December 25, 2025

In today's digital age, a simple phone number can make or break a business. This was the case for Lakeside Barbershop, a long-standing establishment that recently faced a significant setback due to a disconnected phone line. The issue began when the new owner, Kevin Rizer, took over the business in

science

Unraveling the Past: Seven Historical Puzzles That Still Baffle Us

December 25, 2025

Science has come a long way in solving historical mysteries. We can now extract DNA from old bones, map hidden cities, and even peek inside sealed artifacts without opening them. But some puzzles remain unsolved. Nature and time have wiped out crucial clues. Or maybe the events themselves are just t