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Thunderstorm Hits Northwestern Ravalli County

May 28, 2026

A strong storm is moving across northwestern Ravalli County. It travels about 10 miles per hour toward the northwest and will keep going until 7:30 PM MDT. The storm is seen on Doppler radar, which tracks its path and strength. Four towns feel the impact: Victor, Woodside, Pinesdale, and Bell

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

health

Plans for a U. S. health post in Kenya during Ebola fears

May 27, 2026

Officials in Washington want to open a small quarantine station in Kenya for Americans returning from Ebola-hit parts of Central Africa. Instead of setting up the site at home, they’re looking abroad—just in case someone gets sick after possible contact with the virus. A group of U. S. public health

crime

Police social media posts spark debate over public shaming

May 27, 2026

A small town police department in Massachusetts is stirring up controversy with its bold approach to social media. Instead of hiding arrests behind closed doors, Rochester Police recently shared booking photos and humorous details about recent detainees online. Chief Assad defended the strategy, say

entertainment

The Man Who Shaped Jazz and Left a Complex Legacy

May 27, 2026

Miles Davis wasn’t just a musician—he was a cultural force who reshaped music for decades. Born in 1926 to a music-loving family in Illinois, he grew up surrounded by sound, but jazz would become his true language. His career spanned the explosive rise of bebop, the smooth cool jazz movement, and ev

opinion

Free Meals for All Kids? A Question About Fairness

May 26, 2026

The governor once promised to fix school funding and help kids start learning early. He said he would give more money to poor districts and improve reading and math for all children. Those promises sounded hopeful. After a year in office, the plan changed. The governor cut money that helps low‑inco

sports

Strongman Sets Record Weight at Vegas Fitness Show

May 26, 2026

A 6‑foot‑9, 400‑plus‑pound Icelandic athlete lifted a barbell that weighed over a ton at a popular health and fitness event in Las Vegas. The crowd, made up of tech investors, wellness influencers, and biohackers, watched closely as the barbell bent under his grip. The athlete’s name is Hafthor Björ

sports

Knicks, Hurricanes, and More: Monday’s Big Game Lineup

May 26, 2026

The New York Knicks began their playoff run by beating the Atlanta Hawks, then lost two games before winning again. They are now on a 5‑game streak and want to reach the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999. Their next test is Game 4 against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena, where they ho

sports

High School Sports Highlights: May 25‑31

May 26, 2026

The weekend saw a flurry of high school games across the region. In baseball, Dixie Heights won 1‑0 over Covington Catholic in a tight KHSAA 9th Region quarterfinal. Ryle edged Highlands 3‑1, while Conner dominated St. Henry with a 9‑4 score. Beechwood outplayed Newport Central Catholic, finishing 9

health

When Ebola Meets Distrust in Congo

May 26, 2026

In eastern Congo, two battles rage at once. One is against a rare Ebola strain with no cure. The other is against fear—fear that turns aid workers into targets. Volunteers like Vanny Birungi meet hostility daily, not just from the virus but from the people they try to help. Stones and shouts greet h