The Powerball jackpot is now at an incredible $1 billion for the upcoming Saturday drawing. This massive amount is the seventh-largest in the game's history. It's also the second time this year that the Powerball jackpot has hit the billion-dollar mark, following the huge $1. 787 billion win in Sept
H. Yturria Ranch, a historic family-owned ranch in Texas, has introduced H. Yturria Ranch Mercantile, a new luxury lifestyle brand. This brand is inspired by the ranch's 167-year history and its 14, 000 acres in Raymondville. The brand offers a range of products, including apparel, accessories, and
Young artists in Osceola County have a reason to celebrate. Their creative work is now featured in the 2026 Calendar of Energy Conservation. This calendar is more than just a way to keep track of dates. It's a colorful reminder to save energy and protect the environment. The contest received a whopp
Michigan Wolverines made a big move this week. They fired their head coach, Sherrone Moore. This happened after an investigation found he had an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. Moore was only in his second year as head coach. He had a good record, 18-8 overall. But he wasn't everyone
A recent letter to the editor sparked a debate about U. S. policy in Latin America. The writer, Richard R. Allen, took issue with Democratic Congressional Candidate Kyle Rable's assessment of President Trump's policies. Rable had criticized the administration, pointing to higher grocery prices and i
Iowa State is making waves in the basketball world. They just beat Iowa in a close game, 74-69. Audi Crooks had a great night, scoring 30 points. This win moved Iowa State up to the ninth spot in the rankings. Iowa didn't do too bad either. They stayed at number 12. But their next game is against U
Friday, Dec. 12, is packed with sports action. Hockey fans can catch the Ontario Reign taking on the Colorado Eagles at 9 p. m. on NHL Network. College basketball is also in full swing, with Missouri State facing Xavier at 7 p. m. on truTV and Texas squaring off against UConn at 8 p. m. on FOX. For
In a recent move, Apple's CEO, Tim Cook, engaged in discussions with U. S. House members to voice concerns about a proposed bill aimed at enhancing child online safety. The bill, known as the App Store Accountability Act, seeks to prevent minors from accessing harmful online content. However, Apple
Netflix has a new favorite show, and it's all about a real-life crime story. "Love & Death" is a miniseries starring Elizabeth Olsen. It first came out on HBO Max in April 2023 and then moved to Netflix on December 1, 2025. Now, it's ranking high on Netflix's Top 10 shows in the U. S. for the week o
Gainesville and Alachua County are buzzing with holiday excitement this December. The Dance Alive National Ballet is bringing "The Nutcracker" to life, with performances in Gainesville and Ocala. The show includes special events like "Magic of Nutcracker" for children with special needs and "Class W
