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Yogurt Showdown: Big Brands Clash Over Protein Claims

June 22, 2026

Danone, the parent company of the U. S. yogurt line Oikos Pro, filed a lawsuit against rival Chobani on June 15 in Manhattan federal court. The case accuses Chobani of misleading shoppers by overstating the protein content on its 20G Protein yogurt tubs, which it markets as a direct competitor to Da

sports

Skate Spots Bring Kids Together

June 22, 2026

The summer air buzzes with the sound of wheels on concrete as young riders gather at a local skate park. A four‑year‑old boy, who has already spent more than a year on his board, rolls in front of the crowd with energy that rivals older skaters. His mom says he spends four days a week there, learnin

business

Community Foundation Gives $103K to 17 Local Groups

June 22, 2026

The Community Foundation of Kankakee River Valley gave a total of $103, 350 to 17 different nonprofits during its 2026 awards luncheon. The money will help projects that focus on early learning, job training, mental health care, food safety, and reading programs in Kankakee and Iroquois Counties. I

finance

Where Your Advisor Went and Why AI Might Be Next

June 22, 2026

These days, if you have a million or less in your accounts, don’t expect a person to call you back. Firms quietly rebranded clients who are not ultra-rich as the “mass affluent, ” then handed their files to software that refreshes portfolios at 3 a. m. The pitch is that the AI offerings are almost a

education

The Day a Small Town’s Coffee Shop Became a Hotspot for Climate Debate

June 21, 2026

A quiet café in the heart of a rural community turned into an unexpected stage for global issues. When a local farmer named Maya shared her experience with drought, the conversation shifted from pastries to planet‑wide patterns. The owner invited a climate scientist, and the line of customers grew a

lifestyle

Protect Your Plants: A Simple Guide to Keeping Animals Out

June 21, 2026

Animals can cause a lot of trouble in gardens. They dig, bite and eat plants, leaving homeowners frustrated. To prevent this damage, start by setting up a barrier around the garden area. A fence that is at least three feet tall will stop most mammals from climbing over, while a netting or mesh can k

opinion

Your local paper wants your opinions—here’s how to join the discussion

June 21, 2026

Newspapers aren’t just about reporting the news anymore. Many have opened up opinion sections where readers can share their views. Some letters will challenge your thinking. Others might confirm what you already believe. A few could even make you pause and reconsider. The goal isn’t to please everyo

opinion

A Quiet Early‑Morning Manhood

June 20, 2026

The first light of day finds a man brewing coffee under a lone amber lamp, the hum of old records filling his kitchen. He does not bother with headlines; he focuses on a task that feels like an old ritual. At 4 a. m. , his work begins, unobserved and honest. He has no one watching him in the dark ho

entertainment

Soft Palms: New Music, Old Frustrations and a DIY Guide

June 20, 2026

In the quiet of their home studio, the Long Beach duo Scott Montoya and Julia Kugel talk about a project that has taken more than five years to finish. Their latest record, “In Echo, ” drops this Friday on Everloving Records and is a reaction to how the world has changed since 2020. The first album

sports

The golf boss who never stops working

June 20, 2026

Mike Whan isn’t your usual golf executive. At the U. S. Open, he’s more likely to be found in a beat-up cart than a boardroom, chatting up volunteers and players like an old friend. The USGA’s CEO grew up raking traps at a Cincinnati golf course for pocket money and free rounds—a far cry from his cu