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A New Era in Space Travel: The First Wheelchair User Soars Beyond Earth

December 20, 2025

Michaela Benthaus, a 33-year-old German engineer, made history by becoming the first wheelchair user to cross the Kármán Line, the boundary marking the edge of outer space. This groundbreaking journey took place aboard a Blue Origin New Shepard capsule, launching from Texas on a Saturday morning. Th

sports

San Luis Valley Football Stars Shine in 2025 All-State Teams

December 20, 2025

The Colorado High School Activities Association made a big announcement on Monday. They revealed the 2025 All-State football teams. Guess who made the cut? A whopping 24 athletes from the San Luis Valley! That's a lot of talent right there. Let's talk about the eight-man teams first. Sanford High S

politics

Lawmaker Challenges FAA on Funding Cuts for Airport Solar Project

December 20, 2025

Rep. Andre Carson recently questioned the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) about cuts to aviation grants, specifically targeting the termination of funds for a solar farm upgrade at Indianapolis International Airport. He argued that these cuts, made under the Department of Government Efficiency

finance

Who Gets Your 401(k) After Divorce? It's Not Always Who You Think!

December 18, 2025

Divorce is messy, and it's easy to overlook small details. One thing many people forget is updating their 401(k) beneficiary. This can lead to big problems later on. A 401(k) is a retirement savings plan offered by employers. It's a big deal because it helps people save money for the future. But af

politics

New NASA Boss: A Space Race with a Twist

December 18, 2025

Jared Isaacman, a wealthy businessman, is now the new leader of NASA. The Senate recently approved his appointment, ending a long and bumpy process that started over a year ago. Isaacman, who is 42, has never worked for NASA or any government agency. He is the founder of a payment company called Shi

education

Classrooms Divided: The Battle Over Teaching the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

December 15, 2025

In California, schools have become the unexpected battleground for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Teachers and administrators in places like the Bay Area and Los Angeles often support the Palestinian perspective, arguing it has been overlooked in schools for years. On the other hand, many Jewish

technology

SpaceX's Big Plans: What's Next for the Space Venture?

December 14, 2025

Elon Musk has confirmed that SpaceX is indeed planning to go public in 2026. This news comes after several reports suggested the same, with some even putting the company's valuation at a staggering $800 billion. However, Musk quickly clarified that this valuation figure is not accurate. So, what's

health

A Leader Steps Down: What's Next for Mental Health and Addiction Services?

December 12, 2025

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is about to see a change at the top. Art Kleinschmidt, who has been acting as the head of the agency, is set to leave his position this Friday. This news comes as no surprise to those following the agency, as it has been operatin

weather

Detroit's Leland House: A Chilly Evacuation Story

December 11, 2025

Detroit's Leland House faces another challenge. This time, it's not about money. It's about staying warm. A power outage hit the nearly 100-year-old building. It forced everyone out. The fire marshal called it an emergency. People had to leave their homes quickly. The building has had problems befo

politics

Pleasantville Takes Legal Action Over Disputed Payment

December 11, 2025

Pleasantville is taking legal action against a former administrator. The town claims the administrator received an unjustified payout of $84, 000. This is a significant amount of money for a small town. The dispute centers around the terms of the administrator's departure. The town argues that the