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susitna valley

Can Mat-Su power its future with local energy?

April 2, 2026

Alaska spends a lot of time saying no to new energy ideas before really thinking them through. Every big project faces the same loud warnings—air will get worse, rivers will be harmed, salmon will vanish—no matter if it’s a road, a mine, or a power plant. But when you look closer, some projects migh

environment

Staying Safe When Rattlesnakes Pop Up Early in SCV

April 2, 2026

This year has brought warmer temperatures sooner than usual to Santa Clarita Valley, waking up rattlesnakes earlier and pushing them into areas where people walk, hike, or just hang out. Unlike some animals that hide from cold, these snakes actually prefer the heat and become active as soon as the s

finance

Jana Partners takes a big bet on Alkami Technology

April 2, 2026

A major investment firm just placed a big wager on a company most people don’t know much about. Jana Partners recently revealed it now owns 5. 4 million shares—worth about 5% of Alkami Technology. That’s according to a report filed with regulators on a recent Wednesday. The New York-based firm didn’

weather

Storm Warning Hits Berkshire County – Stay Safe

April 1, 2026

The National Weather Service issued a new severe thunderstorm warning at 8:45 p. m. for Berkshire County, lasting until 9 p. m. The warning says wind gusts could reach 60 miles per hour and that roofs, siding, trees and other structures might be damaged. The storm is moving east at about 45 miles pe

weather

Heatwave and Wildfire Threats Loom Over Much of the U. S. This Weekend

March 28, 2026

A big part of America will face scary heat and fire danger over the next few days. Weather officials have warned that more than 47 million people from the Great Plains to the Southeast should be careful. Strong winds, between 30 and 60 miles per hour, will hit the Plains. With little moisture in the

sports

Dylan Darling: From Spokane Courts to Saint John’s Spotlight

March 27, 2026

Dylan Darling grew up in the city of Spokane, Washington, where his life was shaped by the rhythm of sports and family. His father, James Darling, spent a decade in the NFL, playing for teams such as the Philadelphia Eagles, New York Jets, and Arizona Cardinals. Watching his dad’s career unfold gave

politics

Trump Picks Tech Titans for New Science Council

March 26, 2026

President Trump announced a fresh advisory group aimed at guiding U. S. policy on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. The council, initially set to include 13 members, will later grow to a maximum of 24. Its co‑chairs are David Sacks, the former White House AI and crypto chief, and Mi

science

AI Helps Spot Poppy Blooms Before You Head Out

March 26, 2026

The Antelope Valley is famous for its bright orange poppies, but spotting the best spots can feel like a gamble. A new tool built by a biologist named Steve Klosterman uses satellite pictures and weather data to predict where the flowers will be. He first needed it for his own trip, because he

crime

Mill Valley church vandalism stirs questions about motive and response

March 26, 2026

A Newark man now faces hate crime charges after sneaking into a historic Mill Valley church late Tuesday night. Police pulled him out of the building just before midnight after responding to reports of a late-night disturbance near the church grounds. What started as a simple call about a running ca

politics

Pentagon’s Move Against Anthropic Sparks Legal Battle

March 25, 2026

A federal judge in San Francisco criticized the Pentagon’s recent decision to label Anthropic, a U. S. AI company, as a “supply chain risk. ” This move is the first time the government has applied such a designation to an American firm, effectively putting Anthropic on a blacklist that limits contra