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A New Chapter for Jackson County Schools

December 25, 2025

A familiar face in Jackson County's education scene is getting ready to say goodbye. Kevin Oxley, the superintendent of the Jackson County Intermediate School District, has decided to retire after working in schools for a long time. He made the announcement in December, saying he plans to step down

business

Farmers Face Tough Times: How to Check Your Money Health

December 25, 2025

Farmers in the Midwest are having a rough time. Money is tight, and profits are low. To help, the University of Illinois Extension is teaching farmers how to check their financial health. They use something called a balance sheet. This sheet shows what the farm owns and what it owes. Lenders look a

sports

Christmas Hoops: Spurs and Thunder Heat Up the Holiday

December 24, 2025

The Spurs and Thunder faced off in a thrilling matchup, with the Spurs coming out on top. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 33 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Spurs' balanced attack. Stephon Castle, Harrison Barnes, and Devin Vassell all contributed with double-digit scores,

crime

A Sudden Blast Rocks a Pennsylvania Nursing Home

December 24, 2025

In a shocking turn of events, a powerful explosion tore through a nursing home in Bristol Township, Pennsylvania, just outside Philadelphia. The blast, which happened on a Tuesday afternoon, resulted in at least two fatalities and caused significant damage to the building. Emergency responders rushe

business

HSBC's Leadership Shuffle: New Chair, Old Questions

December 24, 2025

Ann Godbehere, a key figure at HSBC, is calling it quits. She's the senior independent director who led the hunt for a new chair. Her exit is set for the bank's 2026 annual meeting, citing personal reasons. This news comes hot on the heels of HSBC's long, drawn-out search for a new leader. The bank

politics

U. S. Navy's Big Move: Trump's New Warships and Venezuela's Legal Win

December 23, 2025

President Trump recently made headlines with a bold announcement: the U. S. Navy is set to build a new class of warships, and they will bear his name. This move comes hot on the heels of another decision to name the Kennedy Center after him. The plan involves constructing two advanced battleships eq

sports

Pro Bowl Picks: Who Made the Cut and Who Missed Out?

December 23, 2025

The New York Jets had a rough season, with no players making the Pro Bowl roster. Their best shot was kicker Nick Folk, who had an impressive field goal percentage. The team's special teams stood out, but their offense and defense fell short. The Baltimore Ravens had six players selected, their few

sports

Minnesota Teams Face Uncertain TV Future

December 23, 2025

Minnesota sports fans might soon face a challenge in watching their favorite teams. The issue revolves around FanDuel Sports Network, which is in a precarious situation. If a deal with DAZN doesn't go through by January, the network could shut down. This would affect 29 teams across the NBA, NHL, an

sports

A Beloved Green Bay Hangout Says Goodbye

December 23, 2025

A familiar face in Green Bay is about to disappear. Burkel's Sports Bar and Grill, a popular spot for sports fans and food lovers, is closing its doors. The owner, Kevin Burkel, has decided to retire, and the business has been sold. The exact closing date isn't set, but it will happen after the Gree

entertainment

A Pioneer of TV Diversity Passes Away at 68

December 23, 2025

Kevin Arkadie, a trailblazer in television, has passed away at the age of 68. He was best known for co-creating "NYPD Undercover, " a groundbreaking show that aired in the 1990s. The news of his death was shared by Deadline, and while the exact cause is not yet public, it's known that Arkadie had be