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Star Performers: High School Girls Shine in Western North Carolina Sports

November 24, 2025

In the world of high school sports, young athletes often show incredible skill and determination. This week, several girls from Western North Carolina made their mark on the basketball court. Their performances were impressive, and now it's time to recognize their hard work. One standout player is

education

A Special Day of Giving and Growing at Altoona High

November 23, 2025

At Altoona Area High School, a unique tradition brings students and staff together in a way that goes beyond typical classroom learning. The Friendsgiving event is a big deal, not just for the delicious food but for the sense of community and personal growth it fosters. This year, nearly 70 Life Sk

opinion

Did Women Really Mess Up the Workplace?

November 17, 2025

A recent podcast sparked a heated debate about women's impact on the workplace. The discussion, led by New York Times opinion columnist Ross Douthat, featured Helen Andrews and Leah Libresco Sargeant, both conservative critics of modern feminism. The original headline, "Did Women Ruin the Workplace?

health

The Pink Pill: A Journey Through Women's Sexual Health

November 16, 2025

Cindy Eckert, a woman who loves pink, is the CEO of Sprout Pharmaceuticals. Her company makes a drug called Addyi, which helps women with low sex drive. This condition is known as hypoactive sexual desire disorder (H. S. D. D. ). Addyi is often called the "little pink pill" and is different from Via

crime

A Father's Unthinkable Act: Tragedy in North Carolina

October 29, 2025

A quiet neighborhood in Zebulon, North Carolina, was shattered by a horrifying discovery. Wellington Dickens, a 38-year-old father, allegedly took the lives of his four children. The shocking event unfolded when Dickens called 911 to confess his actions. Police arrived at his home around 10 p. m. an

sports

Alex Condon: From Aussie Roots to College Hoops Stardom

October 26, 2025

Alex Condon, a rising star in college basketball, has made a big choice. He decided to stay with the Florida Gators instead of jumping to the NBA. This decision came after careful thought. He felt he was close to being ready for the pros but loved college life too much to leave. Born in Perth, Aust

celebrities

JLo's Life After Divorce: Work, Fun, and No Rush for Love

June 1, 2025

Jennifer Lopez has been keeping busy since her divorce from Ben Affleck. She's not rushing into a new relationship, and she's making that clear. Lopez has been focusing on her career, with a packed schedule that includes promoting her upcoming movies and performing at major events. She recently wowe

politics

Standing Up Against Campus Antisemitism

May 14, 2025

The Trump administration has stepped into a legal battle involving a Jewish professor. The professor, Leah Garrett, works at CUNY's Hunter College. She claims that she faced a hostile work environment due to antisemitic protests on campus. These protests happened after the Hamas attacks on Israel in

crime

A Life Behind Bars for July 4th Shooter

April 24, 2025

A man from the suburbs of Chicago, Robert E. Crimo III, is now serving life in prison. He admitted to killing seven people and injuring many more during a July 4th parade in 2022. The judge, Victoria Rossetti, handed down seven consecutive life sentences. She described Crimo as having a complete dis

crime

The Unseen Face of Justice: Highland Park Shooting Sentencing

April 24, 2025

A man who killed seven people and injured nearly 50 others during a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois, in 2022, will spend the rest of his life in prison. Robert "Bobby" Crimo III, 24, pleaded guilty to 69 charges, including 21 counts of murder. Illinois does not have the death penalt