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School Smells and Calendar Shifts: What's Up in Stonington?

January 28, 2026

At a recent meeting, the Stonington Board of Education had a lot on their plate. They approved the school calendar for 2026-27, but that wasn't the only thing they talked about. There were some serious concerns about the West Vine Street School, especially about bad smells that have been bothering p

sports

Amber Glenn Skates to Victory Again

January 10, 2026

Amber Glenn made it three in a row, winning her third straight U. S. figure skating title. She nailed her opening triple axel, a move she's known for, and skated a clean program to secure the win. Her score of 233. 55 points made her the first skater to win three consecutive national titles since Mi

education

A Real Estate Teacher Makes a Big Impact in North Carolina

October 24, 2025

Alisha DeBerry, a well-known instructor at the Superior School of Real Estate, has earned a major award. The North Carolina Real Estate Educators Association (NCREEA) named her the 2025 Educator of the Year. This award shows how much she has done to improve real estate education in the state. DeBer

lifestyle

Discovering Peace in Taiwan's Ancient Forests

July 2, 2025

Taiwan is a land of contrasts, with its fiery volcanoes and serene coastlines. But it's the red cypress forests of Alishan that truly capture the heart. These ancient woods, draped in mist and moss, offer a sense of tranquility that's hard to find elsewhere. The trees, standing tall and proud, seem

politics

Chicago's New School Board: A Fresh Start

December 17, 2024

In a recent turn of events, Mayor Brandon Johnson has made some new picks for the Chicago Board of Education. The mayor introduced a new leader, Sean Harden, for the 21-member team that will take their seats in January. Among the nine new appointees, three are fresh faces, while the rest include peo

politics

School Board Mailers Get Ugly in Chicago

October 31, 2024

Lately, Chicagoans have been finding some strange mailers on their doorsteps. These aren't your usual flyers; they're ads for the upcoming school board election. With 31 candidates vying for 10 seats, the race is heating up. Both the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and groups supporting charter schools

education

The Future of Neighborhood Schools: A New Direction for Chicago's Education System

October 4, 2024

Chicago's education system is on the cusp of a significant shift. The upcoming election for the Chicago Board of Education will determine the direction of the district, and candidates are vying for seats promising to put public concerns first. But what does this mean for the city's neighborhood scho