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Guardians of the Watershed: Volunteers Making a Splash in Pennsylvania

December 19, 2025

In Pennsylvania, a group of passionate volunteers is stepping up to protect the state's water resources. These dedicated individuals, known as Master Watershed Stewards, are working tirelessly to support local governments and conservation efforts. They are helping to implement stormwater regulations

weather

Central Pennsylvania Braces for Stormy Weather

December 19, 2025

Central Pennsylvania is in for a wild weather ride. A big storm is coming, bringing lots of rain and very strong winds. The National Weather Service has warned everyone to be ready for high winds. First, rain will start falling tonight and will keep going all night. Most places will get about half

entertainment

The Powerball Prize Keeps Growing: What Are the Odds?

December 18, 2025

The Powerball jackpot has reached a staggering $1. 5 billion after Wednesday night's drawing left no one claiming the top prize. This massive amount is a result of no one winning the previous draw, which means the pot keeps growing. The next chance to win this enormous sum is on Saturday night. If

politics

Washington's Coal Plant Conundrum: A Clash of State and Federal Powers

December 18, 2025

Washington state officials are fuming over a federal order that forces a coal plant to stay open. The Department of Energy, led by President Trump, has told TransAlta to keep running its Centralia coal plant. This goes against a state law that says coal power must stop by the end of the year. The o

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Healthcare Showdown: Republicans Split on ACA Subsidies

December 17, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, four moderate Republicans joined forces with Democrats to push for a vote on extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies. This move challenges Speaker Mike Johnson's leadership and sets the stage for a heated debate within the Republican party. The subsidies, which

sports

Duncan Davitt: Pitcher by Day, Reporter by Night

December 17, 2025

Duncan Davitt has a unique double life. By day, he's a minor league baseball player. By night, he's a sports reporter. This 26-year-old right-handed pitcher for the Chicago White Sox also covers high school sports for his parents' newspaper, the Indianola Independent Advocate. Davitt's journey star

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Ohio's Education Shake-Up: Phonics vs. Old Methods

December 17, 2025

Ohio's higher education system is facing some changes. A recent state audit found that some big-name colleges, like Cleveland State, Ohio State, and Ohio University, are still teaching old-school reading methods. These methods have been proven not to work as well as the new "science of reading" appr

politics

President Trump Set to Address the Nation

December 17, 2025

President Trump has announced he will speak to the country from the White House on Wednesday evening. He shared this news on Truth Social, saying he was excited to connect with people. The president's spokesperson mentioned he would talk about his achievements since starting his term in January and

crime

The Harvard Morgue Manager's Dark Secret

December 17, 2025

A former manager at Harvard Medical School's morgue has been sentenced to eight years in prison for a shocking crime. Cedric Lodge, who worked at the morgue for over 20 years, stole body parts from cadavers donated for research and education. He then sold these stolen remains to collectors. Lodge's

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Pennsylvania's Skill Games: A Hidden Cost to the Community

December 16, 2025

Pennsylvania is grappling with a growing issue: skill games. These machines, scattered across gas stations and local eateries, have become a hot topic. The state's highest court recently weighed in, questioning whether these games are harmless fun or a sneaky form of gambling. The justices noted tha