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Which coach stood out the most in boys' sports this past school year?

June 30, 2026

The 2025-26 school year saw several teams dominate their leagues, but one coach’s team really caught attention. The Spanish Springs football team finished the season without a single loss, crushing Bishop Manogue 48-7 in the 5A-North Regional finals before taking the state title over Faith Lutheran.

environment

Wildfire Woes: Heat, Wind and Firework Fears Sweep the West

June 28, 2026

In Utah’s southern desert, a blazing blaze has spread over 112 square miles, turning the Cottonwood Fire into the country’s biggest current inferno. The fire has scorched a ski resort, forced residents to leave their homes and sent ash drifting over neighboring towns. Fire crews are struggling be

environment

Earth’s Hidden Clues: Why Big Changes Happen Faster Than We’re Told

June 26, 2026

For centuries, science taught that Earth’s biggest features formed slowly over millions of years. Rivers dug canyons bit by bit. Mountains grew a few millimeters each year. But the planet itself tells a different story. Look closely at places like Washington’s Grand Coulee, where 800-foot walls of l

opinion

Hikers Beware: The Grand Canyon Is Not a Walk in the Park

June 25, 2026

The Grand Canyon’s trails can be brutal, yet many online posts paint them as easy and safe. People brag about long hikes that they finished in a few hours, ignoring the real risks of heat, altitude and lost routes. Every year, rescue teams deal with hundreds of hikers needing help. In 2025 alon

sports

Local Basketball and Soccer Stars Win High School Athlete Awards

June 21, 2026

Two standout students from Orange County high school sports have been recognized for their excellence in 2023. Acen Jimenez, a basketball player from La Habra, took home the male athlete of the year award. He was chosen over two football finalists, Trent Mosley from Santa Margarita and Luke Fahey fr

sports

A big day for New York basketball fans

June 19, 2026

Jalen Brunson didn’t just hold up the shiny NBA trophy—he let the whole city feel its weight. Fans packed lower Manhattan, stretching from subways to sidewalks, some standing so close on Broadway’s tall buildings’ shadows that they looked like a human wave. “We actually pulled this off, ” Brunson to

environment

Rebuilding Ruidoso: How Bridges, Burns, and Big Money Shape a Town’s Future

June 18, 2026

Ruidoso’s Upper Canyon once had a playful log bridge that let kids bounce on the planks. Randall Hamilton remembers jumping on it as a child in the 1960s. By 2008, Hurricane Dolly had turned that bridge into splintered debris, along with eight others nearby. A quick fix—concrete pipes—kept traffic m

education

Summer Science Fun in Flagstaff: Nature Walks with Real Rangers

June 12, 2026

Every summer, Flagstaff transforms into a living classroom where kids and adults can walk with real park rangers. These aren’t just any guides – they’re specially trained volunteers who split their time between national monuments and nearby forests. Their mission? To help visitors spot the hidden wo

business

Bouquet Road Closure Hits Small Shops Hard

June 5, 2026

The city’s plan to build 375 homes on Bouquet Canyon Road has forced a year‑long road shutdown, hurting nearby businesses. Shop owners say the closure cuts traffic that brings customers from southbound Bouquet and northbound Plum Canyon. A local convenience store owner began his business just

entertainment

Summer Fun in Southern California – Free Activities for June

June 2, 2026

Southern California is buzzing with free events this June. Start the month by stepping aboard the historic Queen Mary in Long Beach for happy hour drinks and live music. Reserve a spot online; parking is cheaper if you pay early. In Riverside, the ArtsWalk lights up downtown on the first Thur