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Summer Events in Aspen: What’s On This Week?

May 22, 2026

This week in Aspen, there’s no shortage of fun ways to spend your evenings. On May 22, the Pitkin County Library kicks off the summer with a free party, complete with snacks and games for all ages. It’s a great way to meet others while diving into the summer reading challenge, which runs until early

health

Health checks for World Cup fans as diseases spread globally

May 22, 2026

When the World Cup kicks off in 2026, North Texas will host soccer fans from every corner of the planet. But along with excitement comes a less talked-about concern: diseases that travelers might bring with them. Right now, Africa is facing an Ebola outbreak, while Argentina has seen more hantavirus

health

Why some people are still getting the flu in late spring

May 22, 2026

Late spring usually means warmer weather and fewer sniffles, but this year a surprising number of people in North Texas are still getting the flu. Health officials say cases are rising when they normally drop off. One man, Jeremy Gomez, thought his allergy was flaring up at first. His voice changed,

art

Festival Lights and Art: A Weekend of Makers in Northampton

May 21, 2026

The summer’s first big arts event arrives in Northampton this Memorial Day weekend, bringing more than 200 creators together under one roof. Visitors can wander through booths that showcase furniture, jewelry, glass art, garden sculptures, ceramics, fashion pieces, and paintings. The three‑day show

crime

A Dog’s Tragic End Sparks Legal Fallout

May 21, 2026

In a quiet suburb, police were on the lookout for something else when they found a dead dog in a hotel parking lot. The owner, a 55‑year‑old man from North Carolina named Garland Norris, had been staying at the Econo Lodge in Shorewood. While officers were investigating a different crime near Pizza

politics

Politics and Justice Clash in South Carolina Murder Case

May 20, 2026

South Carolina lawyer Richard Harpootlian says that the tangled legal battles of former attorney Alex Murdaugh are being pushed apart by political pressure. He told a news program that the case has been twisted by connections to former county clerk Rebecca Hill and the state attorney general, Ala

opinion

Boulder County’s Battle Against Cheatgrass

May 20, 2026

Boulder County owns or protects more than 108, 000 acres of open space. The land is a mix of county property and private parcels that have been sealed with conservation easements thanks to taxpayer money. Once the land was secured, a duty followed: keep it healthy and safe. The county’s plan says t

weather

Heat Wave Forces Schools to Cut Days

May 20, 2026

The summer heat in New Jersey has become so intense that several schools are shortening their days. Teachers and students alike will leave school early on Wednesday because the temperatures are expected to climb into the upper 90s. This follows a very hot Tuesday, and high humidity has made the h

politics

Data Centers, Power and Politics: Virginia’s Growing Debate

May 20, 2026

Virginia is becoming the world’s hub for data centers, with a concentration so dense that it consumes enough electricity to light almost 900, 000 homes. These facilities promise hefty tax income for counties and a boost to the local workforce, yet they also raise serious questions about energy use a

business

Gene’s Bistro vs. Midway: A Brand Battle in the Sky

May 20, 2026

Gene & Georgetti, a family‑owned steakhouse that has been around for 85 years, started a new outlet called Gene’s Bistro at Chicago’s Midway Airport. The restaurant was supposed to run for 20 years under a contract with SSP America, the company that runs many airport food spots. In October, SSP ende