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York County's Year of Change: A Look Back at 2025

December 28, 2025

In 2025, York County saw big changes, from new faces in schools to debates over solar power and a politician aiming for the governor's office. Let's dive into the key events that shaped the county this year. The arts scene in Rock Hill faced a tough year. In February, artists got the news that they

business

New Faces, New Ideas: Winston Brown's Leadership Team Grows

December 28, 2025

Winston Brown, a top-notch home design and construction company, has just added two big names to its team. Gina Nellis and Corey Dehn are now part of the leadership, bringing a ton of experience to the table. Nellis is now the director of operations. She's got over 30 years of experience in managin

health

Heart Health and Wildfire Safety: Two Important Updates

December 28, 2025

A big event is coming up for anyone who cares about their heart. The 15th Annual Heart Forum by El Camino Health is happening on Saturday, February 7. It's free and packed with useful info. Doctors will talk about the latest in heart care. There will be hands-on sessions, a demo on cooking heart-hea

politics

CAR's Election: A Test of Stability and Democracy

December 28, 2025

In the Central African Republic (CAR), President Faustin-Archange Touadera is aiming for a third term in office. This is happening during national elections where he highlights improvements in security, thanks to support from Russian mercenaries and Rwandan troops. Touadera, a 68-year-old former ma

politics

Tensions Rise in Yemen as Saudi Arabia Warns Separatists

December 27, 2025

In a recent turn of events, a coalition led by Saudi Arabia has issued a stern warning to separatist forces in Yemen. The coalition, which backs the internationally recognized Yemeni government, has demanded that the separatists withdraw from areas they have recently seized. If the separatists do no

politics

Medina's Police Unions Secure Pay Raise Deal

December 27, 2025

Medina, Ohio, is making strides in employee compensation. The city's finance committee gave the thumbs up to a tentative deal with patrol and communications officers. This agreement covers a three-year contract, aiming to boost pay for these essential workers. The proposed deal includes a 4% pay hi

politics

UK Police Ditch Non-Crime Hate Records: A Step Towards Common Sense?

December 27, 2025

UK police are making a big change. They want to stop recording non-crime hate incidents (NCHIs). These are things that aren't crimes but are thought to be motivated by hate. Police chiefs think this system isn't working well. They say it takes officers away from real crime and might hurt free speech

environment

Rotorua's Watery Warnings: Staying Safe This Summer

December 26, 2025

Rotorua's lakes and rivers are popular spots to beat the summer heat, but they come with risks. The Bay of Plenty Regional Council is urging everyone to be cautious. Last year, 17 people drowned in lakes and rivers across New Zealand, with three of those in the Bay of Plenty. Drowning isn't the only

politics

Texas Schools and the Voucher Program: A Clash of Values

December 26, 2025

Texas is taking a hard look at its new school voucher program. Officials want to make sure that taxpayer money doesn't end up supporting schools with questionable ties. The Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program is set to launch soon, offering families up to $10, 474 per child for private s

crime

Dallas Police: Key Moves That Changed the Game in 2025

December 26, 2025

Dallas Police made some big decisions in 2025. They had to hire more officers, use new tech, and deal with important issues. Here’s what happened: Dallas Police needed to grow their team. The city wanted 4, 000 officers, but they were still short by over 600 in November. Still, they hired more than