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Racing for Fun: Preece Tests Cars Beyond the Cup

February 8, 2026

Ryan Preece won a local race and is not stopping. Instead of focusing on the big Daytona 500, he’s planning to drive two types of cars at once – Super Late Models and Modifieds. He says he loves tinkering with the cars more than just racing them. During a recent event at New Smyrna Speedway, Preece

sports

Lindsey Vonn’s Knee‑Tough Comeback

February 8, 2026

Lindsey Vonn has always been a standout in alpine skiing, but her career is as much about biology and resilience as it is about speed. At 41, she announced retirement in 2018 because her knees were aging and hurting. Yet a breakthrough robotic knee operation in 2024 revived her competitive edge, all

celebrities

A Rock Voice Lost to Cancer

February 8, 2026

Brad Arnold, the frontman of the band 3 Doors Down, passed away at age 47 after a nine‑month battle with kidney cancer. The illness was first announced in May when he posted a video revealing an advanced‑stage clear cell renal carcinoma that had spread to his lung. The diagnosis forced the group to

technology

Springfield’s New Path: Housing, Schools and a Quantum Future

February 8, 2026

The city of Springfield is moving ahead with several major projects that will shape its future. First, new housing options are being added so people at all income levels can find a place to live. This effort keeps the city’s growth balanced and inclusive. Education is getting a boost too. Plans are

entertainment

Twisted Sister’s Lead Singer Steps Down, Shows Cancelled

February 8, 2026

The heavy‑metal group Twisted Sister announced that its 70‑year‑old frontman, Dee Snider, has quit the band because of health problems. The decision came after the singer revealed he can no longer keep up with the intense stage demands that defined his career. As a result, all of the planned reun

opinion

Healthy Food in a Modern World

February 8, 2026

The debate about what counts as “real” food often paints everyday staples like bagels and cream cheese as villains. Yet these foods are the product of a vast, reliable industrial system that has lifted millions out of malnutrition. In the early 1900s, people suffered from anemia and thyroid problems

science

Saliva, a Tiny Test Tube for Diabetes

February 8, 2026

A new way to spot type‑2 diabetes is coming from an unexpected source: your own spit. Scientists have found that tiny particles in saliva, called extracellular vesicles, carry the same clues about insulin problems that doctors look for in blood. These particles are packed with proteins, fats and tin

sports

Olympic Athletes Skip the Super Bowl to Focus on Their Games

February 8, 2026

During a Sunday night that millions in America will watch, the winter athletes at the Milano Cortina Games are choosing a different path. The New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks head to Santa Clara, California for the NFL title, but the Olympic competitors are all set to sleep through it. The

science

Night‑time Guardians of the Everglades

February 7, 2026

The University of Florida’s wildlife team, called “Croc Docs, ” spends most nights in the Everglades hunting two dangerous species: alligators that need health checks and Burmese pythons that threaten native life. Instead of waiting for the sun, they launch airboats under moonlight and use radio

celebrities

Celebrities Celebrate Their Birthday on February 7

February 7, 2026

It is a busy day for actors, singers and comedians as many well‑known names turn another year older. James Spader marks 66, a milestone for the actor best remembered for his role as a broker in the film “Wall Street. ” Garth Brooks, who just finished narrating the 2022 miniseries “America’s Na