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Anchorage Assembly Stands Divided Over George Martinez’s Flight

July 3, 2026

The Anchorage Assembly faces a split decision about what to do next with Representative George Martinez after state regulators fined him for misusing campaign money on a round‑trip trip to Florida. Three members—Erin Baldwin Day, Keith McCormick and Sydney Scout—plan to introduce a resolution tha

business

Trump’s Merch Empire: From Watches to Books

July 3, 2026

"Donald Trump has turned every item into a money maker, from luxury watches that feature patches of his suit to books filled with photos of presidential moments. The watch line alone earned nearly five million dollars, while a coffee‑table book about his first term brought in almost two million. H

health

Safe Beach Fun on July 4: What You Need to Know

July 3, 2026

Before heading out, check the water reports for Daytona Beach and nearby spots. The Florida Department of Health and the Fish & Wildlife Commission publish weekly data on water quality, red tide, and blue‑green algae. A quick look at the map shows whether any advisories are in effect and where

opinion

Choosing Faith in the Armed Forces

July 3, 2026

The United States celebrates its 250th birthday, a milestone that reminds many of the founding fathers who valued religion as part of their new nation’s identity. Yet, one of the most important ideas from that era was to keep government and religion separate, a principle firmly protected by the Firs

sports

Hunter Halajian’s Big Leap to College Baseball

July 3, 2026

A fresh start awaits Hunter Halajian, a former pitcher from Watertown High School. He has just pledged to play baseball at Northeast Iowa Community College, turning his high‑school and summer league experience into a college career. Hunter helped lead his high‑school team to the state runner‑up s

business

Quiet Life on a 96‑Acre Southern Farm

July 3, 2026

The gate opens onto a gravel road that leads into a quiet pasture where cattle graze. Far from city noise, the only sounds are distant traffic on Highway 187 and the soft rustle of leaves. A two‑lane blacktop cuts through rolling fields, ending at a tree line that marks the edge of the property.

business

Trump’s Kids, Crypto Gains and the Power of a Presidency

July 3, 2026

The president said his family’s business moves are fine, even if they look like insider deals. He told CNBC that the office gives a huge advantage: “If you buy an energy‑efficient truck, you have inside information. ” He added that he warns his children to stay away from certain deals but also

opinion

Protecting the Everglades: A Call to Balance Growth and Nature

July 3, 2026

The Southwest Florida region known as the Greater Western Everglades is a patchwork of cypress swamps, mangrove islands and hidden wetlands that shelters more than 100 species at risk of disappearing. Long before any roads or suburbs appeared, the Calusa people mastered living with these waters for

education

Treasure Coast Schools Keep Top Grade in Florida

July 3, 2026

The Treasure Coast region has once again earned an A rating from the state’s school grading system, marking its second year in a row of top performance. Three districts—Indian River, Martin, and St. Lucie—each achieved an overall A for the 2025‑2026 academic year, according to a July release by t

weather

Hot days in New England: how unusual is this?

July 3, 2026

A stretch of extreme heat is baking the Northeast this week, with temperatures staying high through the weekend. The worst should ease by Sunday, when highs finally drop into the mid-80s under clear skies. But how often does this part of the country get hit this hard? Eastern Massachusetts hasn’t s