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Weekend Fun on Staten Island: Movies, Hikes and More

July 8, 2026

Staten Island is buzzing this weekend with a mix of free events that keep families and friends entertained. Start your Friday night at Historic Richmond Town where a relaxed outdoor gathering runs every week through August, offering food and live entertainment without any cost. On the same day, a bi

education

Summer Fun at Austin Library: Learn, Create, and Explore

July 8, 2026

Austin Public Library keeps the summer buzz alive with a mix of programs for all ages. The Coding Club on July 23 invites kids aged nine to sixteen, guided by a local high‑school girls’ coding group. They use Scratch to build games and sharpen tech skills. Art lovers of any age can join the Se

weather

Heat Hits Dallas: First 100‑Degree Day Arrives Early

July 8, 2026

The Dallas‑Fort Worth area experienced its first triple‑digit temperature this week, reaching 100 degrees at the airport around 3:20 p. m. The National Weather Service notes that normally this milestone occurs on July 1, so the heat arrived a few days ahead of schedule. Even though temperatures w

weather

Storm Strengthens: Detroit Lakes Faces an EF‑2 Tornado

July 8, 2026

A powerful tornado struck the town of Detroit Lakes on Monday, causing significant damage and leaving three people injured. The National Weather Service confirmed the storm was rated EF‑2, meaning winds reached about 115 miles per hour. The tornado carved a path roughly 6. 8 miles long, beginning ne

politics

Trump’s Election Fight: A New Playbook for 2026

July 8, 2026

The scene is set in Washington, where the former president has pulled back his own intelligence pick and abandoned a big housing bill to push a controversial “Save America Act. ” He wants Congress to rewrite voting rules, making it hard for many people to prove citizenship and banning mail ballots u

opinion

Life in the Fast Lane: Why Ohio’s Future Governor Might Be Out of Touch

July 8, 2026

Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican hopeful for Ohio’s top job, celebrated Independence Day in Lancaster and Upper Arlington before hopping on a private jet to Paris. His holiday trip sparked debate about how wealthy leaders may feel detached from everyday life. Ohio’s voters see a growing gap between

sports

Wheeler Calls Out All‑Star Omission, Wants Fair Chance

July 8, 2026

Phillies’ ace Zack Wheeler had a 14‑strikeout night, turning the ball in a 4‑1 win over Cincinnati. Yet MLB kept him off next week’s All‑Star roster, a move that has left the veteran fuming. He told NBC Sports Philadelphia he felt it was “BS” and that the league had made a mistake by ignoring him.

technology

Cyber Apprenticeships: New Paths to Protect the Nation

July 8, 2026

The Defense Department has launched a fresh opportunity for young people who want to work in cybersecurity. The program offers a full‑time, paid apprenticeship that lasts one year and helps participants earn valuable certifications. Applicants must be U. S. citizens, 18 or older, and can include hi

education

A New Library for a Legacy

July 8, 2026

The city of Lafayette plans to open a new library in the Northeast area by 2028. It will be called the Norman C. Francis Library, honoring a local hero who grew up in the town and later became a national figure in education. Francis was born there in 1931, went to St. Paul Catholic School and

education

New Funding Boosts Alabama State University’s Teaching and Research

July 8, 2026

Alabama State University is set to grow its education program thanks to a fresh $1. 2 million investment. The money comes from the university’s own Foundation and a national group that works with historically Black colleges, aiming to improve open conversation and democratic skills across campuses.