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dan english

School tech shouldn't replace deep learning

April 20, 2026

A Texas high school English teacher takes a firm stand against mixing education with entertainment. She teaches Thoreau’s essays in their original written form, not through a video game version of Walden Pond. For her, true learning means engaging tough ideas without dumbing them down. Writing essay

politics

What Trump’s Bible reading really means for America

April 20, 2026

The White House just announced that Donald Trump will read a Bible passage from the Oval Office this week, joining a public event called “America Reads The Bible. ” The chosen Scripture comes from 2 Chronicles 7:11-22, specifically verse 14, which says that if people turn away from their wrongdoings

environment

Why wind and dry air make North Carolina a fire risk today

April 20, 2026

North Carolina’s Piedmont and Sandhills regions are facing a different kind of storm today—not rain, but strong, dry winds. A cold front slid through during the morning, and instead of bringing showers, it left behind air so dry that humidity levels could drop below 25%. Add northwest gusts as high

weather

Dry Skies and High Winds Raise Fire Risk in Central Virginia

April 20, 2026

Central Virginia will face tough fire conditions on Monday, April 20th as parched ground meets strong winds. Dry air and gusty breezes could turn even small sparks into big problems. The state’s forests already show signs of stress with plant moisture levels dropping to just 10-12 percent—about half

crime

What a mistaken identity can cost in times of panic

April 20, 2026

The Oklahoma City bombing on April 19, 1995, remains one of the darkest days in modern American history. Among the chaos was Ibrahim Ahmad, a Palestinian refugee turned U. S. citizen, who was on his way to visit family when everything went wrong. His story shows how fear can twist justice. Ahmad ha

politics

A quick chat between two influential leaders in New York City

April 20, 2026

New York City’s mayor sat down with a former president over the weekend at a local daycare center in the Bronx. The meeting wasn’t just about politics—it was about kids. Both leaders talked about how important early education is for young children in the city. Mayor Mamdani has been pushing hard for

politics

A Local Leader for Coeur d’Alene Police

April 20, 2026

The city council is set to decide who will steer the police department next. Two names stand out: Dave Hagar, the interim chief, and Greg Yeager, a deputy from Fort Collins. The mayor backs Hagar, while the city administrator supports Yeager, revealing a split in council opinion. Hagar has been wit

entertainment

Star Trek Gets a Fresh Start on Paramount Plus

April 19, 2026

A new chapter in the Star‑Trek saga has begun with “Strange New Worlds, ” a series that brings the classic feel of the original show while keeping it accessible to newcomers. The program is praised for its lively characters, especially Captain Pike, and for blending adventure with lighter moments li

entertainment

Science‑Fiction Hits of the Past Five Years

April 19, 2026

The last half decade has delivered a mix of daring ideas and fresh storytelling that kept viewers glued to their screens. One film turned an animated family road trip into a battle against runaway AI, reminding us that technology is only dangerous when it takes over our lives. Another mixed horror a

environment

Grand Canyon Guardian: A Scientist’s Lifelong Mission

April 19, 2026

Kelly Burke grew up in Colorado, always drawn to wide open spaces. In 1986 she moved north to study geology at a university near the Grand Canyon. Her love for the canyon deepened when she helped drive river trips to keep money flowing while finishing her thesis. A chance ride on the Colora