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New Mexican Food Spot Set to Open in Medford

April 11, 2026

A new Mexican grill will soon open its second branch on 495 Riverside Ave. in Medford’s Wellington area, taking over a former Smashburger site that shut down last January after more than ten years. The owners, led by Marycela Rodenzo, have secured a Common Victualler License from the city council, w

business

Kuku Smith’s Battle to Keep Her Beauty Store Alive

April 11, 2026

Kuku Smith stands outside her shop on Georgia Avenue, holding up T‑shirts that cost $25 each. The owner of a small beauty supply store that opened in 2019 is fighting an eviction notice while trying to keep her business running. She says the pandemic hit hard because she had just started and was

education

A New Chapter for Olin’s Innovation Leader

April 11, 2026

Markus Baer, who heads executive education and teaches about how people behave in groups at Olin Business School, was named the Knight Family Professor on February 18. The ceremony happened in the Charles F. Knight Center, a building that already carries the Knights’ name. Baer shared that this tit

politics

Arkansas Pushes for Less Federal Control Over Schools

April 11, 2026

Arkansan leaders want to cut back on rules set by the U. S. Department of Education, saying they block progress in local schools. They have asked parents and teachers to share their thoughts by May 7 before sending three requests for special permission. The move comes as the federal agency is shrink

education

Summer Days That Keep Kids Growing

April 11, 2026

The heat is coming, and many families look forward to trips, playtime, and a break from school. But for young children, the pause in classroom life can shake up routines that give them security and readiness to learn. Community Education steps in with a mix of programs that keep kids active, healthy

sports

Tyrrell Hatton’s Money Story: From Green to Gold

April 11, 2026

Tyrrell Hatton shows how hard work on the golf course can turn into real wealth. He has won more than 50 million dollars in prize money from the PGA Tour, European Tour and a newer circuit called LIV Golf. The big jump came when he signed a contract in 2024 that could earn him up to 67 million dol

crypto

Binance Gives UAE Workers a Choice to Move or Stay

April 11, 2026

Binance has offered about 1, 000 employees in the United Arab Emirates the chance to relocate temporarily to cities such as Hong Kong, Tokyo, Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok because of growing tensions in the region. The company said it wanted to give staff flexibility while keeping operations smooth, as i

education

New Meat Science Hub Opens at Idaho University

April 11, 2026

A fresh building on the university campus now stands as a tribute to a long‑time teacher and business owner. The 12, 750‑square‑foot center was officially opened last week after a long planning period and a $17. 5 million investment. Nearly three hundred people, including the family of the honoree,

technology

AI Speed, Stress and the Real Question About Smarts

April 11, 2026

The first thing that catches your eye about new AI tools is how fast they can work. A software maker named Steve Yegge showed a crowd in 2026 how to let many AI helpers build code together, faster than any person alone. The excitement felt like a rush of traffic that you can’t keep up with, and the

politics

Missile Strikes in Iran: New Findings Raise Questions

April 11, 2026

In a recent study, experts examined fresh video and photos of attacks in Lamerd, Iran. The evidence suggests that the bombs were U. S. Precision Strike Missiles, or PrSMs. Earlier reports had said they might be Iranian missiles instead. The U. S. army denied that it fired any missiles at Lamerd on