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Texas Primaries: A Big Shake‑Up Ahead of 2026

March 3, 2026

The 2026 midterms start with Texas primaries that could change the Senate. Two key races happen in a state Democrats want to flip. Republicans fear that if Ken Paxton beats long‑time Senator John Cornyn, Democrats might win the seat in November. Paxton has already cost Republicans a lot of

sports

Blazers Add Youngblood to Two‑Way Roster

March 3, 2026

The Portland Trail Blazers have signed 24‑year‑old guard Chris Youngblood to a two‑way contract, giving him another chance after an early exit from the Oklahoma City Thunder. Youngblood went undrafted in 2025 but earned a spot with OKC as a two‑way player. He played in 32 NBA games, averaging only 5

education

The New Dome: How a Reopened Planetarium Is Changing Learning

March 3, 2026

A new chapter is opening for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock as its planetarium, renamed after a generous donor, will welcome students and the public again in fall 2026. After almost twenty years of silence, the venue is being upgraded with state‑of‑the‑art projection and sound. The

education

Faculty Committee Pushes for Professor’s Return After Controversial Posts

February 28, 2026

A group of faculty members at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville has issued a unanimous recommendation that the university should not fire Dr. Shirin Saeidi, an Iranian‑born political science professor who has been suspended over her social media activity. The committee’s decision comes afte

sports

Fast‑Feet and Big Jumps: A Fresh Look at the 2026 NFL Combine

February 28, 2026

The 2026 NFL Combine in Indianapolis has turned into a showcase of speed and power that surprised many. While tight ends and defensive backs are the focus, the event highlighted how athleticism can change a player’s draft stock. Some of the most eye‑catching moments came from tight end Kenyon Sad

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The Draft Dream: How Seattle Keeps Building a Super‑Bowl Team

February 24, 2026

Seattle has become known for picking the right players at the NFL Draft. Their recent choices show how a good scouting crew can shape a team’s future. The 2022 draft gave the Seahawks a group of players who are now key starters. A left tackle, a running back, an edge rusher and a few defensiv

weather

Wildfire Chaos: A Chicago‑Sized Blaze Sweeps Two States

February 18, 2026

The sky turned orange over Oklahoma and Kansas when the Ranger Road Fire erupted on Tuesday afternoon, quickly expanding to a size that rivals Chicago. In just eight hours the blaze consumed an area equivalent to three or four football fields every second, leaving over 145, 000 acres scorched and no

business

Closing Days of a Footshop Legacy

February 17, 2026

Footworks, a local shoe repair and orthotics shop that had been part of the community for almost five decades, is closing its doors. The business began in 1978 when Gary Lavoie and his wife Dorothy turned a tax refund into a new venture after their tree‑cutting company failed during a severe blizzar

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Caleb Williams Drops Big in Celebrity Basketball Shoot‑Contest

February 15, 2026

A rookie NFL star known for his touchdown throws tried his hand at basketball during a side event of the NBA All‑Star weekend. The game, designed for fans to see celebrities and influencers take shots from beyond the arc, gathered six names: Caleb Williams, Druski, former NBA guard Richard Jefferson

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Rising Beef Prices: Why the Herd Is Shrinking and Costs Are Soaring

February 15, 2026

The price of beef has jumped faster than most other grocery items, climbing 15 % over the past year. Ground beef is hitting record highs, while chicken and milk prices stay flat or barely rise. Farmers blame a shrinking cattle population. The U. S. herd is the smallest it has been since the 1950s,