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Summer Fun Starts Soon at Bay County Community Center

May 16, 2026

Registration has begun for the 2026 Summer Recreation Program at the Bay County Community Center, kicking off on June 8 and wrapping up July 30. The program welcomes kids between 5 and 14 years old, offering a mix of sports, field trips, and arts projects. Sessions run from 8 a. m. to 12:30 p.

crime

Courtroom Shooting: A High‑Bond Case Over a Dangerous Encounter

May 16, 2026

A 28‑year‑old man from Tennessee, who has posted hateful videos online under the name “Chud the Builder, ” was given a $1. 25 million bond after he shot someone outside a courthouse on Wednesday. The shooting happened during a fight in the courthouse courtyard at about 1:19 p. m. , when the man reac

environment

Wildfire Threats Near Canyon, Evacuations Ordered

May 16, 2026

A big wildfire is moving fast in Randall County. The blaze could reach places like Canyon, Umbarger, Happy and Palo Duro Canyon. Firefighters say it is moving east‑northeast at 3 to 5 mph. Emergency officials asked people near Cemetery Road, Circle J Road and the River Falls Airport to leave. They

technology

Schools Fight Back: Tech Giants Pay Up in Youth Addiction Lawsuits

May 16, 2026

A small Kentucky school district just forced YouTube and Snapchat’s parent companies to settle lawsuits claiming their apps hurt students’ mental health. The Breathitt County School District argued that social media addiction created extra work for teachers and counselors—and now the companies are p

business

A Small Business Says Goodbye After Four Decades in Altoona

May 16, 2026

A family-owned leather shop that spent 40 years in Altoona is shutting its doors for good. The store, known for hand-stitched belts, boots, and motorcycle jackets, will hold its final sale on May 25. Its closing comes after the longtime manager—a woman who ran the shop for nearly three decades—passe

crime

When Tools Go Missing and Trouble Follows

May 16, 2026

A suspect is in custody after a string of thefts ended in a blazing crime scene. On May 3, someone stole a skid steer, a zero-turn mower, a trailer, tools, and some materials from a building near Lander Road in Jefferson. Just one day later, flames engulfed the same spot, and investigators called it

sports

Local schools shine in track and field as new sports facilities open

May 16, 2026

Two high school teams made headlines this weekend by winning county championships, just as their schools prepared for major upgrades. Ocean City’s girls team and Egg Harbor Township’s boys team took top honors at the Atlantic County meet, proving their strength in hurdles and sprints. Brianna Growal

politics

Voters in San Diego County face a tricky choice this fall

May 16, 2026

San Diego County supervisors plan to bundle three big changes into one November vote. First, they want an ethics board for elected leaders. Second, they propose a new budget watchdog to check spending. Third, supervisors could serve three terms instead of two. Each idea sounds reasonable on its own

politics

A New Twist on Voting Rights: Why the Supreme Court’s Latest Decision Matters

May 15, 2026

The U. S. Supreme Court recently ruled that Louisiana’s second majority‑Black congressional district was unconstitutional because it used race too heavily. The decision, part of a broader trend that has weakened the Voting Rights Act (VRA), shows how the court’s conservative majority is increasingly

business

How AI is reshaping jobs in unexpected ways

May 15, 2026

A well-known tax software company in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, just let go of 170 workers. That’s about 9% of its total staff. The company, called Vertex, explained they’re shifting focus to AI tools. They want to become more automated and efficient. But this move isn’t sitting well with local