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A Quiet Shift in America’s Spiritual Landscape

March 17, 2026

Recent data shows that the decline in church attendance and rise of atheism have slowed, with more people identifying as Christian or joining other faiths. Researchers note that the percentage of adults who say they belong to a religion or have no religion has stayed steady over five years. Some sch

politics

How Policies Shape Faith and Family

March 17, 2026

In the United States, people who say they have no religious affiliation—often called “nones”—now outnumber Catholics and trail Protestants by only a few points. Although many of these nones still believe in God, they differ from traditional churchgoers in ways that can affect society. Studies show t

sports

Raven Johnson: A Basketball Star with Roots and Resilience

March 17, 2026

A young athlete from Atlanta has become a symbol of hard work on the court. Raven Johnson grew up in a city known for its sports culture, where she played at Westlake High School. While there, she helped her team capture four consecutive state championships and earned national honors as a top

health

Spiritual Strength Helps Breast Cancer Patients Stay Strong

March 17, 2026

Women who learn to connect with their inner faith often feel less anxious and more hopeful when fighting breast cancer. Research shows that talking about beliefs, praying or meditating can lift mood and reduce stress in patients. In a recent study, doctors asked women about their spiritual hab

opinion

People Who Get a Second Chance: Why It Matters

March 17, 2026

The story begins with a man who once spent time in jail, lived on the streets, and struggled with drugs. He says that if it weren’t for others giving him a fresh start, he would still be in the same situation. After learning to take responsibility for his actions, he dedicated himself to helping oth

finance

Viemed Healthcare: A Rising Star in Home Care Stocks

March 17, 2026

Viemed Healthcare, ticker VMD, has climbed to a new two‑year peak at nearly $10 per share, marking a 30% rise over the past year. The company’s market cap sits around $355 million, and it offers home medical equipment along with respiratory services through its Sleep Management and Home Sleep Delive

business

Future Firefighters Get a Boost in Ponchatoula

March 17, 2026

Air Products has given $18, 000 to the Ponchatoula Volunteer Fire Department’s High School Program. The money will help ten students start a career in emergency services during the 2025‑2026 school year. The grant comes from Air Products Lake Maurepas Community Fund, a local charity arm of the co

entertainment

Fun Night at the Opera House Helps a Local Food Bank

March 17, 2026

Gardiner’s Johnson Hall Opera House is hosting an entertaining evening on March 21 to raise money for the Chrysalis Place Food Bank. The show, starting at 7:30 p. m. , mixes music, comedy, circus tricks and dance. Attendees can enjoy acts such as the Cowboy Angels, juggler Shane Miclon, the band B

business

Money Talk: A New AI Coach Is Paying a Lot to Learn Finance

March 17, 2026

Elon Musk’s new venture, xAI, is looking for people who know money to help train its chatbot, Grok. The company wants real bankers and traders to act as tutors so the AI can understand how financial decisions are made. In its job ads, xAI asks for experts in investment banking, portfolio manageme

crypto

BlockFills Declares Bankruptcy as Crypto Market Sinks

March 17, 2026

BlockFills, a Chicago‑based crypto trading house, announced it is filing for Chapter 11 protection in Delaware after months of financial strain. The firm had stopped letting customers withdraw funds on February 6, citing a lack of liquidity that could not be fixed by new investors or buyers. The