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City Hall Rising: A New Home for Rathdrum’s Future

June 21, 2026

Rathdrum is building a new city hall that looks like the nearby mountain, according to architect Marcus Valentine. He explained this at a ceremony where people raised a beam topped with an American flag and a small tree. The gesture comes from old Scandinavian traditions that honor the land. The ne

lifestyle

Flowers, Family, and a Small Business That Keeps Growing

June 16, 2026

Karen grew up in South Bend with her parents and three older siblings. Their family budget never allowed trips to Disney World, but they did spend summers at Lake Michigan. The lake visits left a strong smell in the family’s memories, a scent that made Karen think of flowers instead. She no

weather

Mumford & Sons Wrigley show on hold as storms loom

June 12, 2026

Weather worries forced a last-minute delay for the Mumford & Sons gig at Wrigley Field. Instead of letting fans in at 5 p. m. for a 6:30 p. m. start, the gates stayed shut while organisers kept an eye on incoming storms. The National Weather Service had flagged 51 counties in northern Illinois, incl

art

Life, Art and the Price of Success

June 9, 2026

The story follows two friends who grow up in a small Midwestern town and later become artists. One of them, Cricket, is an ordinary boy who draws to escape the pain at home. He never thinks he will be famous, only that his sketches reflect what he sees and feels. The other friend, Olympia, is br

business

Future of Willow Bend: From Mall to Sports Hub

June 9, 2026

The old mall in Plano, Texas, opened in 2001 and has struggled to keep shoppers and stores. It is the last enclosed mall built in Texas, yet it never attracted enough traffic. The biggest anchor stores—Neiman Marcus, Macy’s and Dillard’s—have all left or are leaving by 2027. When Centennial

politics

Can Dallas Stay Ahead of the Competition?

June 7, 2026

Dallas faces a new challenge: major businesses and sports teams are moving to nearby cities, raising doubts about the city’s future. The mayor says the “knives are out” for Dallas, and the city is scrambling to keep its edge. Some council members worry that the city’s leadership is too busy fight

entertainment

Chiefs Star Wins Emmy for Football Docuseries

May 28, 2026

Patrick Mahomes, the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback, has added a new trophy to his collection. He earned a Sports Emmy Award for being an executive producer of the Netflix series “Quarterback. ” The show, made with NFL Films and Omaha Productions, follows the lives of professional quarterbacks from

celebrities

Celebrations on May 25: Stars, Sports and Surprises

May 25, 2026

On May 25th the world turns a page for many famous faces. The first name that pops up is Sir Ian McKellen, who reaches 87 years of age. His voice has guided audiences in shows like “Ted, ” and his long career keeps fans talking. Not far behind is director Frank Oz, who turns 82. He once le

sports

Marcus Sasser: A Texas‑Born Basketball Journey

May 17, 2026

Marcus Sasser grew up in Red Oak, Texas, a small town near Dallas where basketball is a daily habit. From the first time he dribbled on neighborhood courts, his family’s love for the game pushed him forward. His uncle Jason coached him in high school, and his father played college ball at Frank Phil

sports

Rangers Face Tough Challenge as Josh Smith Falls Ill

May 16, 2026

Josh Smith’s season took a sharp turn when the Texas Rangers learned he was hospitalized with viral meningitis. The diagnosis came on Friday, and doctors expect him to stay in the hospital for one to two weeks before he can even think about returning to baseball. He had already been dealing with