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general conference

Valencia's Jazz Singers Aim for Big Stage

January 1, 2026

Valencia High School's jazz choir, Two N' Four, is making waves. They've been invited to sing at the 2026 Jazz Education Network International Conference in New Orleans. This is a big deal! It's like the Olympics for jazz education. The choir needs to raise $7, 500 for flights. Every member should g

religion

A Life of Faith, Love, and Controversy: Remembering Jeffrey R. Holland

January 1, 2026

Jeffrey R. Holland, a prominent apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, passed away recently. His death came as a surprise to many, despite his ongoing health struggles. Holland had been dealing with kidney issues for some time, which were further complicated by a COVID-19 diagno

politics

Iran and Venezuela's Drone Deal: US Steps In

January 1, 2026

The United States recently took action against a group of people and companies from Iran and Venezuela. These individuals and organizations are accused of helping each other with military technology. This includes making and using combat drones in Venezuela. The U. S. Treasury Department announced

politics

Kansas Governor's Power on Extradition: What You Need to Know

January 1, 2026

Kansas is in a heated debate about the death penalty. At the center of this is whether the governor can refuse to send people to states that use it. The state's attorney general, Kris Kobach, says no. He believes the governor must follow the law and can't pick and choose who to extradite. The gover

opinion

Beach Parking Woes: A Growing Problem in Bonita Springs

January 1, 2026

Bonita Springs has seen a lot of growth over the years, but one thing that hasn't kept up is beach parking. Residents and visitors alike are struggling to find a spot, which is a real bummer because the beaches are one of the best things about the area. It's not just an inconvenience; it's a barrier

science

Quantum Mechanics: Bohr's Idea Wins Again

December 31, 2025

A recent experiment in China has shown that Niels Bohr was right in his debate with Albert Einstein about quantum mechanics. The experiment was based on a thought experiment proposed by Einstein almost a century ago. Bohr argued that certain properties of particles cannot be measured at the same tim

health

FDA's New Leader: A Controversial Shift in Vaccine and Drug Regulation

December 31, 2025

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently appointed Tracy Beth Høeg as the acting director of the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER). This move has sparked debate, as Høeg's background is primarily in sports medicine and epidemiology, with no apparent experience in drug deve

business

CuriosityStream Heads to Big Tech Talk in New York

December 31, 2025

CuriosityStream, a big name in factual entertainment, is gearing up for a busy week at the 28th Annual Needham Growth Conference. This event is a big deal for tech and media folks, and it's happening in New York at the Lotte NY Palace Hotel. The company's CEO, Clint Stinchcomb, will be in the spotl

technology

AI's Big Challenges for 2026: Environment, Phones, and Truth

December 31, 2025

In 2025, AI made huge strides in research, coding, and creating videos and images. It could now handle complex tasks and even plan things like vacations or order food online. But despite these advancements, we're still far from having AI that thinks like humans, known as artificial general intellige

sports

Local Sports Stars Shine Bright in 2025

December 31, 2025

In 2025, McHenry County sports fans had plenty to cheer about. Quinn Priester, a local baseball star, made waves in the MLB. After being traded to the Milwaukee Brewers, he had an incredible season. His strong performances helped the team win their division. It was a big deal because he grew up root