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High‑School Sports Stars Shine in February

February 28, 2026

In late February, fans voted on the standout athletes from high‑school games that wrapped up by the end of the month. Winners receive certificates and can print them from a shared Dropbox folder starting the following Monday. Teams are encouraged to send pictures of their athletes holding these awar

celebrities

Celebrities Take the Ice: Stars at the 2026 Winter Games

February 18, 2026

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy drew a crowd that went beyond athletes and fans. Hollywood icons, musicians, and sports stars filled the venues in Milan and Cortina, turning the event into a star‑studded spectacle. The scene was colorful: from rap legends to Olympic athletes, the mix of personalit

sports

Stars and CEOs Tee Off at Pebble Beach 2026

February 12, 2026

The 2026 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro‑Am brings together a mix of world‑class golfers, Hollywood icons, business leaders and political figures for two days on the famous links. Instead of following the usual order, this rewrite starts with the event’s unique pairing concept: every professional from the

religion

A Clash Over Hate: Conservative Panel Member Fired

February 12, 2026

A recent hearing on antisemitism turned heated, leading to the removal of a panel member. Carrie Prejean Boller, known for her conservative views, was kicked out of the federal Religious Liberty Commission. She had been defending Candace Owens, a commentator accused of spreading antisemitic ideas.

entertainment

New Voices Rising: Pasifika Creatives Get a Big Boost

February 12, 2026

In a big step forward for Pasifika storytellers, five talented individuals have been picked for the 2026 PEAK Producer and Executive Fellowship. This program, backed by The Asian American Foundation (TAAF), is all about giving Pasifika creators the tools they need to shine in Hollywood. The fellows

opinion

Future‑Proof Maine: A New Leader for Change

February 10, 2026

Maine Republicans stand at a crossroads after two recent defeats in the governor’s race. The party must rethink its strategy if it hopes to win again. A fresh voice has emerged in the primary: Owen McCarthy, who promises bold ideas and a realistic plan for governing. McCarthy’s vision focuses

sports

Bo Jackson Joins North Alabama Football Coaching Team

January 29, 2026

North Alabama football has a new coach on board. Vincent \"Bo\" Jackson is now the outside linebackers coach. He was already part of the team but got a promotion. Bo is not the famous Bo Jackson from Auburn. Still, he has a strong connection to North Alabama, which is why the head coach, Brent Dearm

sports

America's Untold Sports Story: Why We Need a National Sports Museum

January 27, 2026

Sports are more than just games in America. They shape who we are and how we connect. Yet, there's no national museum to tell this story. This is a big miss. Sports bring people together. They show our values and progress. Think of Jackie Robinson breaking barriers or Billie Jean King fighting for e

finance

Micron's Stock: A Tech Giant's Big Move

January 26, 2026

Micron Technology has been making headlines with a significant stock price jump. In just six days, its stock value soared by 20%, boosting its market value by $75 billion. This impressive growth puts Micron's market value at $450 billion, a stark contrast to the S&P 500's modest 1% increase this yea

business

Live Nation Stock: What's the Buzz?

January 25, 2026

Live Nation Entertainment is making waves in the stock market. The company's shares closed at $146. 97 last Friday. Analysts are bullish on the stock, with TD Cowen's Doug Creutz keeping a Buy rating on it. Creutz is known for his solid track record, with a 14. 9% average return and a 62. 10% succes