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Ballerina Farm’s Kid‑Led Marketing Push

May 29, 2026

A new video shows nine‑year‑old Frances Neeleman mixing a pink electrolyte powder into water, a simple act that could signal the start of a larger trend for the family brand. The clip was filmed in the Neeleman home kitchen, with no background music—just the natural sounds of a domestic scene. Th

art

Art Contest Open for South Carolina Creatives

May 29, 2026

The Koger Center in Columbia invites artists from across the state to join its yearly “Koger Center Project” competition. Submissions are accepted now and will close on August 2, 2026. There is no entry fee, but each participant may submit up to ten pieces. After two rounds of juried evaluation,

education

Nichols College steps in as Anna Maria shuts down

May 29, 2026

A big fire science school in New England recently found a new home after its original college decided to close down. Anna Maria College had been running the region’s largest fire science program for decades. But when the college announced it would shut its doors after 80 years, students and staff ne

art

Fishing Stories: Art, Culture and the Sea

May 28, 2026

The new show at Mingei International Museum in San Diego looks at fishing beyond just catching food. It mixes old tools, modern art and movies to show how people and fish have lived together for centuries. The exhibit stays open until November 1, 2026 and is led by Dr. Emily Hanna who talks about th

environment

Students on Sullivan’s Island Protect Their First Sea Turtle Nest

May 28, 2026

A tiny sea turtle nest was found right beside Sullivan’s Island Elementary School last Friday, turning a normal day at school into an urgent conservation mission. The kids quickly took to the beach, cleaning up litter and filling in holes that could trap the tiny hatchlings as they hurried toward

business

Gainesville’s new rail link and Savannah’s community grants: How local moves serve bigger goals

May 24, 2026

A new rail service connecting Savannah’s port to an inland hub near Atlanta just opened in May, giving shippers a shorter and cheaper way to move goods than long-haul trucking. Instead of sending trucks on 600-mile round trips, trains now carry containers between the two cities daily. The switch is

sports

Brunswick High’s First Hall of Fame: Legends Honored

May 22, 2026

"Brunswick High School is celebrating its very first Hall of Fame class, a move that highlights the school’s rich athletic history. The ceremony is slated for October, giving fans time to prepare for a night of remembrance and pride. Over the past month, more than twenty people were nominated. The

politics

Smoke shops under fire in Philly over unregulated products

May 22, 2026

Philadelphia is debating new rules for smoke shops that sell unregulated substances like kratom and hemp-based THC. Two bills aim to tighten control by classifying these products as "intoxicating, " requiring special licenses, and testing for safety. Buyers would also need to be over 21. The push co

health

Sleep Smart: Quick Tricks to Drift Off Faster

May 21, 2026

Eating a balanced mix of fruits, veggies, nuts and lean proteins can help your body make melatonin, the hormone that tells you it’s time to sleep. Skipping sugary drinks and limiting caffeine or alcohol gives your brain a better chance to wind down. Try breathing in a steady rhythm: inhale for four

health

Midlife Health Mission: New Nonprofit Sets Up CEO and Expert Board

May 19, 2026

A fresh nonprofit called the Institute Advancing Women’s Health (InAWH) has just named Paula Schneider as its chief executive officer and announced a global medical advisory board. The organization’s aim is to narrow the large gap between what scientists know about midlife women’s health and how doc