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Travel Rewards: A Hidden Power Behind Maine’s Economy

May 3, 2026

Maine is famous for its beaches, mountains and friendly towns. People from all over the country visit to see the fall colors, taste fresh seafood or simply relax on the coast. Tourism is not a side business in Maine; it is a main source of money and jobs. In 2024, the state’s visitors added nearly

sports

Vermont High School Sports Kickoff on Saturday

May 3, 2026

The spring season in Vermont has officially begun, and schools across the state are hitting the fields and courts for a busy weekend of competition. From baseball to ultimate frisbee, every team is ready to showcase their skills and fight for early season bragging rights. Coaches are urged to send g

sports

Mountain Games Shift Water Races to New Rivers

May 2, 2026

The winter’s record low snowfall has left rivers in the Vail area running lower than usual, forcing organizers to rethink the water events for this year’s Mountain Games. Instead of canceling everything, they have moved most races to nearby rivers that still hold enough water for safe competition.

opinion

Why space needs a global team to stay safe and working

May 2, 2026

Most people don’t realize how much daily life depends on signals beamed from satellites. A lost hiker in the mountains gets rescued because a tiny device sends coordinates to satellites overhead. Those same satellites handle phone calls, money transfers, and delivery trucks tracking across oceans. B

education

Graduation Speakers Light Up Mississippi Universities in 2026

April 30, 2026

Mississippi’s graduation season is fast approaching, and each campus has lined up a mix of leaders, scholars, and celebrities to inspire new graduates. Alcorn State University will open its ceremony on May 9 with Pelicia E. Hall, the executive vice president of ViaPath Technologies, who will shar

science

Do male and female lizards handle growth challenges differently?

April 30, 2026

Scientists picked two closely related spiny lizard species to see if sex or birth method makes a bigger difference in how stable their body shapes grow. One species gives live birth and thrives in cool mountain air, while the other lays eggs and lives at slightly lower elevations. Researchers measur

weather

Snow can\'t fix Colorado\'s deep drought

April 30, 2026

Colorado\'s mountains might get up to a foot of fresh snow this week, but experts warn it won\'t solve the state\'s growing water crisis. After a brutal winter with little snow and extreme heat, recent storms have brought only brief relief. Weather teams confirm the incoming storm will dump several

finance

The Hard Truth About AI’s Hidden Secret

April 30, 2026

AI might get all the hype for smart chips and flashy models, but without a place to store its endless data, it’s nothing. Seagate, a company most people have never heard of, quietly powers the backbone of this digital explosion. Every selfie you post, every AI-generated song, and every chatbot respo

entertainment

Phoenix’s 2026 Entertainment Boom: New Wheels, Walls and Wonder

April 28, 2026

The Valley of the Sun is set to become a hub for fresh fun in 2026, with a mix of rides, restaurants and science spots that promise to change the local scene. A giant 80‑foot Ferris wheel, called the Boardwalk SkyWheel, will soon spin near Scottsdale. Riders inside its 18 air‑conditioned gondolas

entertainment

Halloween Fun at the Magic Kingdom in 2026

April 28, 2026

In 2026, the Magic Kingdom will host its annual Halloween party with fresh twists on classic favorites. Guests can meet spooky characters such as Jack Skellington, Sally, and a host of Disney villains that will wander the streets for the first time this season. Classic couples like Ariel and Eric, a