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A Couple’s Fight Over $100K Raises Big Questions About Family Support And Health Costs

June 26, 2026

A retired couple, Mark and Linda, found themselves caught in a tough financial debate after Mark was diagnosed with stage 2 cancer. They had saved for years, but now a $100, 000 decision could change everything. Linda wants to help their 39-year-old son buy a house, while Mark worries about covering

politics

Why Faith and Politics United at Nixon’s Old Home

June 26, 2026

A crowd of over 400 filled the Nixon Presidential Library last week to hear Vice President JD Vance talk about his new memoir on faith. The event, held in Yorba Linda, California, wasn’t just about books—it also mixed in sharp political comments. Vance opened by joking about book sales comparing him

politics

School Board Picks New Staff for Rock Island‑Milan

June 25, 2026

The Rock Island‑Milan school district has announced several new administrative hires. First, a seasoned educator named Sarah Lee will become the assistant principal for elementary schools. She has spent ten years teaching and is known for her focus on student engagement. Second, the district

politics

Potential Shakeup of Special Education Programs

June 21, 2026

A Senate committee is looking at a July vote that could stop the Trump administration from moving key special‑education duties to the Health and Human Services Department. The move would bring those programs under the control of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , who heads HHS. Disability advocates are worrie

crime

Three Dogs Die in Camper After Owner’s Fatal Attack

June 17, 2026

A man named Donnell Smith, 57, faces serious animal cruelty charges after three dogs were found rotting in his camper. The trailer was on Bluebonnet Boulevard, a property that once belonged to Jodi Cowan. Cowan was killed on May 19 when two loose dogs attacked her while she walked her own dog in the

art

Native Voices Challenge the Flag and Museum Walls

June 15, 2026

A bright orange neon sign outside SITE Santa Fe declares in all caps: “EVERY AMERICAN FLAG IS A WARNING SIGN. ” The message, taken from a poem by Diné artist Demian DinéYazhi’, greets visitors before they even step inside. The sign is part of an exhibition that traces how Native performance art has

politics

Big Money, Small Wins: A Look at Expensive Political Campaigns

June 12, 2026

Tom Steyer, a former hedge‑fund manager who now focuses on climate issues, has spent more than half a billion dollars on political races that ended in defeat. After pouring $342 million into an unsuccessful presidential bid in 2020, most wealthy candidates would have given up on buying a high‑profil

technology

Silicon Valley’s Tech Voice Joins NATO Talks in Ankara

June 10, 2026

Dean Fealk, a partner at the global law firm DLA Piper, will travel to Ankara in July as part of a delegation representing Silicon Valley at the NATO summit. The meeting will address rising tensions with Iran and Ukraine, new cyber threats, and how emerging tech can be used for defense. Fealk’s pres

lifestyle

A Life Full of Family, Fishing and Football

June 5, 2026

Arthur J. Miller, known as Butch to those close to him, died on Monday, June 1, 2026 at the age of eighty‑eight. He lived in Ashford and was surrounded by his loved ones during his final moments, a fitting reflection of the devotion he showed to family throughout his life. Born on November 3, 193

sports

Bellin Run Turns 50: A Community‑Wide Celebration of Health and Togetherness

June 4, 2026

The Bellin Run has just celebrated its 50th year, turning a simple charity race into a regional tradition that brings together thousands of people. The event started in 1977 with a handful of runners and has grown to include a 5K, a 10K, and more than 8, 000 participants who cross the finish line on