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Microsoft's Stock: What's the Buzz Among Experts?

January 19, 2026

Microsoft, a big name in tech, has been getting a lot of attention from experts lately. One analyst, Rishi Jaluria, thinks the company's stock is a good bet. He suggests buying it and believes it could reach $640. 00. Right now, the stock is at $470. 67. But what about other experts? Most of them a

business

Ravenna's Chamber of Commerce Boosts Local Business Dreams

January 18, 2026

Ravenna's Chamber of Commerce is stepping up its game to support local entrepreneurs. The Business Launchpad, a program designed to help new businesses take off, has already seen success with its first venture, E. T. C. Sports. Now, it's gearing up for its second business, The Record Arsenal, set to

business

FedEx's Tech-Driven Future: Navigating Tariffs and Innovation

January 18, 2026

FedEx, a giant in the logistics world, is feeling the heat from global trade shifts. With tariffs causing headaches, the company is looking at a $1 billion dent in its finances. Yet, FedEx isn't throwing in the towel. It's betting big on technology and innovation to keep packages moving worldwide.

opinion

What's Happening to Men and Masculinity?

January 18, 2026

The conversation about men and masculinity is getting complicated. Some people think feminism is taking over this talk. But what's really going on? Two men, Josh Hawley and Adam Lane Smith, have different views. Hawley wrote a book about being a man, especially a Christian man. Smith helps people b

entertainment

Local Stages and Screens: A Mix of Fun and Learning

January 18, 2026

Stage 13 is bringing the hit musical "Mean Girls" to life in Little Rock. This show is based on the popular movie and book by Tina Fey. It tells the story of Cady Heron, a girl who goes from being homeschooled to dealing with the drama of high school. Sascha Bass is playing Cady, and the performance

crime

The Truth Behind the Dustin Griffin Shooting: What's Really Going On?

January 17, 2026

The Virginia State Police are still looking into the shooting of Dustin Griffin that happened on December 17. This is interesting because the Augusta County Sheriff, Donald Smith, has already said the case is closed. He even released some videos from body cameras and dashcams. In a statement, Sheri

politics

Texas Governor Tightens Medicaid Fraud Checks

January 17, 2026

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has asked state health officials to check for possible fraud in Medicaid. This is part of a bigger plan to stop fraud in government programs. Abbott has already started two other fraud prevention projects. All three are connected. Abbott mentioned Minnesota's Medicaid fra

business

Building Homes: Tech Giant's Bold Plan to Fix WA's Housing Crisis

January 16, 2026

Washington state is in a housing jam. Microsoft, a tech heavyweight, has some ideas to help build more homes faster. They've shared four big suggestions with local leaders. First, they want to turn empty office parks and parking lots into places where people can live. Second, they think the process

technology

New Tech Boss Joins Opening Bell Ventures

January 15, 2026

In a move to boost its tech game, Opening Bell Ventures (OBV) has welcomed Dr. Justin Smith as its new Chief Technology Officer. Dr. Smith is no stranger to the tech world, with a Ph. D. in Neuroscience and a background in AI, machine learning, and software development. He's also known for turning c

technology

Tech Giants and the Power Dilemma: Who Pays the Price?

January 15, 2026

Microsoft, a major player in the tech industry, has been expanding its data center footprint across the United States. As of 2024, the company had secured permits for 44 data centers, making it one of the top five companies in terms of data center construction. These facilities are not small; half o