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How plant cells shuffle their genetic cards

July 6, 2026

Plants can’t walk away from trouble. Unlike animals, they stay rooted in one spot their whole lives. But inside their cells, a hidden game of genetic mix-and-match is always happening. Tiny genetic pieces called transposons—often nicknamed "jumping genes"—move around the plant’s DNA in non-reproduct

environment

Campus Green Revolution: Native Plants Take Center Stage

July 4, 2026

Bellevue University has turned a once-unwanted weed wall into a thriving hillside garden that showcases the state’s own flora. The transformation began with a collaboration between campus staff and local horticulture specialists, who identified species that would thrive in the regional climate. Se

entertainment

The Next Peaky Generation

July 3, 2026

An English actress known for her period roles has stepped back into the past, this time to a series set in post‑war Birmingham. She will join a new chapter of a popular crime drama that follows the Shelby family’s rise in the 1950s, a decade after the devastation of World War II. The series, stil

science

Hot Summer Days Might Be Making Minnesota Tomatoes Scarce

July 2, 2026

Gardeners in Minnesota are noticing something unusual this season: their tomato plants aren’t growing as much as usual. The reason? The unusually hot weather is making it harder for tomatoes to thrive. When temperatures rise, pollinators like bees stay away, which means fewer tomatoes could be ready

business

Local small business contest highlights creative products and services

July 2, 2026

A recent contest in Berks County celebrated fresh ideas from local entrepreneurs. Twelve people pitched their new businesses to a panel of thirteen judges at a June event. The winners walked away with prize money to help grow their companies. First place went to Jessica King of ElderCARE Collaborat

entertainment

A New Look at An Old Mystery: Netflix Grabs Rights to JonBenét Ramsey Story

July 2, 2026

The streaming giant Netflix has just secured the rights to a fresh take on one of America’s most famous unsolved cases: the 1996 murder of six-year-old JonBenét Ramsey. The limited series, produced by big names like Melissa McCarthy and Clive Owen, aims to revisit the tragedy with a mix of perspecti

entertainment

Summer Fun in Snowmass: A July Adventure

July 1, 2026

Snowmass Village is busy this July, offering a mix of music, sports and art for everyone. The plan starts with an ice cream social on July 2 at the Town Park, where people can enjoy free treats and lawn games. Friday nights bring free concerts in the Rock Garden, featuring local bands like Wild Flig

environment

Insects, Climate and the Future of Our Lakes

July 1, 2026

At a yearly gathering in Valparaiso, scientists shared how shifting weather and shrinking habitats are hurting the tiny creatures that keep lakes alive. One speaker pointed out that fewer bugs on your car now than before is not just a personal memory but a sign of real loss. Research shows many inse

sports

Twins pitcher Mick Abel facing elbow surgery after rough season

June 25, 2026

The Minnesota Twins thought they had dodged serious trouble when pitcher Mick Abel's MRI showed no ligament damage recently. But manager Derek Shelton hinted something was still off, mentioning a need for a second doctor to check Abel's elbow. On Wednesday, that second opinion brought bad news—Ablin

sports

Why Most Kids Drop Sports—and How Some Programs Are Fixing It

June 23, 2026

Around age 13, most kids hang up their cleats for good. Nearly seven in ten stop playing organized sports by then, and research shows two big systems are failing them: schools and youth leagues. Schools have slashed gym class over the last twenty years—cutting recess and PE time to focus on test sco