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Local Schools Team Up for Winter Closings

November 18, 2024

This winter, three nearby school districts are joining forces to keep students safe during bad weather. The districts, St. Cloud Area Schools, Sauk Rapids-Rice Public Schools, and Sartell-St. Stephen Public Schools, will work together to decide if schools should close due to snow, ice, or other weat

weather

Snow Expected on Okanagan Highways: Be Prepared!

November 17, 2024

Get ready for some snowy roads in the Okanagan! Environment Canada has warned that several highways could see 10-15 centimetres of snow this weekend. The Coquihalla Highway, Highway 3, the Okanagan Connector, and the Trans-Canada Highway are all in the snow's path. The snowfall is expected to start

entertainment

Time Travel Twists in 'From': A Look Back at 'Lost'

November 17, 2024

Imagine being stuck in a mysterious town, trapped by something supernatural. That’s the setting of the show 'From'. Recently, the series introduced a twist that fans of 'Lost' will find familiar: time travel. It’s not just a coincidence that 'From' and 'Lost' share similar storylines and creative mi

business

90 Years of Fun: Community Favorite Party Supply Store Closes Doors

November 16, 2024

Imagine walking into a store that feels like Disneyland, where kids' eyes light up with the joy of a party zone. That's what Vine American, a beloved party supply store in Hollywood, has been for the past 90 years. This gem has been a go-to for every special occasion, but now it's time to say goodby

entertainment

Elton John's Broadway Debut: Slimmer and Still Standing

November 16, 2024

Elton John recently turned heads with a noticeable weight loss at the Broadway opening of Tammy Faye, a musical he composed. The 77-year-old singer, famous for hits like "Bennie and the Jets, " showed off his slimmer figure in a vibrant pink suit with ruffled details, black top with pearls, and pink

business

Auto Parts Retailer Set to Close Hundreds of Shops

November 15, 2024

Advance Auto Parts, a big name in the auto parts business, is locking up the doors of more than 700 stores. This decision follows a string of bad earnings reports. Both company-owned and independent stores will shut down across the US. No word yet on exactly where in St. Louis these closures will ha

health

How Genes Affect Pregnancy Loss: The Role of Interleukins

November 15, 2024

Are you wondering why some women experience repeated pregnancy losses? Scientists have been exploring how genes play a part in this. Specifically, they're focusing on something called interleukins, which help regulate our immune system. These interleukins can have slight differences, known as polymo

business

Auto Parts Giant Shrinks: What's Happening with Advance Auto Parts

November 15, 2024

Let's talk about Advance Auto Parts, a big name in the auto parts world. They've got thousands of stores across the U. S. and Canada. But recently, they've made a big decision: they're shutting down a bunch of stores and distribution centers. Why? They say it's part of a strategy to make their busin

education

Chancellor Robert Jones Steps Down After Record-Breaking Tenure

November 15, 2024

Last week, the Board of Education gathered to talk about closing seven Acero charter schools and hiring external legal counsel. Meanwhile, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign announced that Chancellor Robert Jones will retire at the end of the school year. Jones has served as chancellor for

education

Teachers Strike in Marblehead: Schools Closed, Football On

November 15, 2024

In Marblehead, school has been closed for four days straight due to a teachers' strike. The town's educators, represented by the Marblehead Education Association (MEA), are facing a fine of $50, 000 imposed by an Essex County Superior Court judge for defying the state's ban on public sector strikes.