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chimney rock

Finding Purpose After a Rocky Start

April 15, 2026

Life can take unexpected turns when someone hits rock bottom. Martha Randall Erickson knows this well. By her mid-30s, she felt like she was drowning in bad choices—two failed marriages, a battle with addiction, and the weight of a painful childhood. But a coworker named Thom Britton didn’t give up

lifestyle

Trash turned trendy: How one designer is changing fashion in Sonoma

April 15, 2026

A designer from Missouri is turning heads in Sonoma this spring by showing that fashion doesn’t have to cost the earth—literally. Cory Infinite, a viral designer known for crafting runway-worthy outfits from junk, will judge the annual Trashion Fashion Runway Show at the Sonoma Community Center on A

weather

Snow surprises Colorado on a mid-April afternoon

April 15, 2026

On April 14, 2026, Colorado woke up to a winter surprise that felt more like December than spring. By late afternoon, the National Weather Service had tallied snowfall from mountain peaks to valley floors. Creede led the pack with nearly six inches, while nearby Silverton wasn’t far behind at just o

politics

Behind the Curtain: How Power Really Works

April 14, 2026

Many people wonder who truly holds the reins of society. Instead of a single shadowy figure pulling strings, a tangled web of institutions, corporations, and elites shape the world from behind the scenes. A deep-dive documentary series explores this web by breaking down how different sectors—educati

crypto

Bitcoin’s slow climb back after the long crypto freeze

April 14, 2026

The idea that Bitcoin’s four-year boom-and-bust pattern is still on track isn’t new, but one investor’s timing guess is getting attention. A mid-April bottom could be forming, though taxes in the U. S. might have pushed prices lower for now. Instead of big outside shocks—like new laws or global cris

education

North Little Rock schools bring in outside help to boost reading skills

April 14, 2026

The North Little Rock School Board recently made a big decision about third-grade reading. They agreed to spend nearly $200, 000 on tutoring from a Mississippi company called Kids First Education LLC. The goal is to help struggling readers avoid being held back a grade. This move comes after state t

environment

Sea Worms, Seasons and Stories: How Pacific Islanders Read the Ocean

April 13, 2026

In some Pacific villages, a swarm of tiny sea worms becomes the town’s weather forecast. The elders call them “palolo” or “nyale, ” and their appearance signals the start of harvests, the coming of cyclone season, or even a symbolic return of spirits. The rituals that follow are simple but powerfu

entertainment

Celebrities Born in Late April – A Quick Snapshot

April 13, 2026

In late April, the entertainment world celebrates a wide array of talent. On the 19th, veteran actress Elinor Donahue turns 89, while musician Alan Price of The Animals reaches 84. That same day, actor Tim Curry turns 80 and the late Suge Knight of Death Row Records marks his 61st year. Moving to Ap

entertainment

Music and Speed Mix at Long Beach Grand Prix

April 13, 2026

The weekend in Long Beach brings more than fast cars. On Friday evening, a famous rapper will perform at the Terrace Theater plaza. He starts his set at 6:30 p. m. , singing songs that many people know. He told fans he loves racing and car culture, which is why he joined the event. The nex

politics

Swalwell's Campaign Faces Fresh Legal Heat Over Old Issues

April 13, 2026

Political scandals often follow candidates longer than campaign promises do. In California’s crowded governor race, one candidate now has serious questions to answer about how he handled household staff and campaign cash. Federal complaints suggest irregularities in his wife’s immigration status and