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Local Schools Seek More Control Over Charter Budgets

March 22, 2026

In Charleston County, a group of school leaders wants state lawmakers to give local districts more say in how charter schools use their money. Daniel Prentice, the district’s chief finance officer, is urging representatives to add a clause that would require charter budgets to be approved by the

entertainment

The TV Revolution Sparked by a Gangster’s Therapy Sessions

March 21, 2026

In 1999, a cable channel that already had shows like Oz and Sex and the City pushed its reputation further when it aired a crime drama that would change everything. The new series followed a mob boss who, despite his violent life, sought help for panic attacks in a therapist’s office. This simple id

sports

A Rising Basketball Star and the Roots That Shape Him

March 21, 2026

Alex Karaban first appeared on a college basketball court in 2022, but his story runs deeper than the hoops and the scoreboards. Born on November 11, 2002, he grew up in Northborough, Massachusetts, where the local courts became his playground and his future. As a freshman at UConn, he started 38 of

celebrities

Celebrities Who Turned a Year Older on March 20

March 20, 2026

Spike Lee celebrated his 69th birthday, a milestone that comes after decades of filmmaking and a long‑time loyalty to the New York Knicks since 1985. Holly Hunter, now 68, added another year to her career while also playing a Federation captain on “Star Trek: Starfleet Academy. ” Model Kathy I

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Celebrities Show Real Skin at Oscars After‑Party

March 19, 2026

The 98th Academy Awards sparked a debate when a viral story highlighted the harsh lighting at the post‑event Vanity Fair gathering. Reporters described it as “blazing” and many guests felt the lights made their skin appear harsher than usual. One attendee even said the brightness was like standing u

health

Choosing Care for Very Premature Babies

March 18, 2026

When a baby arrives at 22, 23 or 24 weeks old, doctors and parents face tough choices. Some families hope the child can survive and grow healthy; others worry about pain, long‑term problems and money. Studies show that more babies are living after these early births, but many still face serious heal

entertainment

Oscars lose viewers under Conan O'Brien's second hosting year

March 18, 2026

The Oscars faced a noticeable drop in viewers during Conan O'Brien's second year as host, with numbers falling compared to his debut. About 17. 9 million people watched the 98th Academy Awards on ABC or Hulu, marking a 9% decline from his first year. That first year, after the pandemic, saw a big su

crime

True Crime in 2025: New Voices, Old Stories

March 17, 2026

The year 2025 offered a surprising shift in the true‑crime world, moving away from flashy rehashes and toward deeper, more human stories. Some releases still followed the old formula: a new angle on a famous serial killer or a celebrity drama that feels rushed to beat online rivals. But many f

sports

The Players: A Major? Not Needed

March 17, 2026

Golf fans often call The Players Championship the “fifth major, ” but not everyone agrees. Two well‑known figures in the sport, Wayne Riley and Dame Laura Davies, recently voiced their opinions on whether the event should officially join the ranks of the four traditional majors. Riley, who values t

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Fun Night at the Opera House Helps a Local Food Bank

March 17, 2026

Gardiner’s Johnson Hall Opera House is hosting an entertaining evening on March 21 to raise money for the Chrysalis Place Food Bank. The show, starting at 7:30 p. m. , mixes music, comedy, circus tricks and dance. Attendees can enjoy acts such as the Cowboy Angels, juggler Shane Miclon, the band B