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Pilots Get the Final Word on War‑Zone Flights

April 7, 2026

Pilots should have the ultimate power to refuse flying over conflict areas, a top aviation union says. The call comes as the Iran war has turned large parts of Middle‑East airspace into danger zones, with drones and missiles disrupting routes. The union’s new stance insists that airline commander

politics

Russia Helps Iran Plan Attacks with Satellites and Cyber Tools

April 7, 2026

Russia has been using its satellites to take close pictures of many military bases and important places in the Middle East. These images were shared with Iran so it could target U. S. forces and other sites more accurately. A report from Ukrainian intelligence says the satellite work happened

education

Amarillo Students Shine With New Scholarships and Community Wins

April 7, 2026

In March, two students from Potter County earned scholarships from Oklahoma State University’s Ferguson College of Agriculture for the 2026‑27 year. Maddie Barnett, who studies Animal Science, was awarded the Joseph Fleming Memorial Continuing Scholarship and later joined Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s

opinion

Nexcom: 80 Years of Quiet Support for Navy Life

April 7, 2026

In the world of naval operations, success depends on more than just drills and missions. It also relies on everyday services that keep sailors and their families comfortable while they serve. For eight decades, the Navy Exchange Service Command—known as Nexcom—has been a steady partner in that effor

entertainment

A New Magic Spot Is Turning Chicago’s Old Mansion into a Party Hub

April 7, 2026

Chicago’s famous McCormick Mansion, once home to Lawry’s Prime Rib and a quirky Scandinavian buffet, is getting a fresh makeover. A 66‑year‑old entrepreneur who made his money in health tech is pouring about $50 million into a 36, 000‑sq‑ft entertainment center called The Hand & The Eye. He wants th

politics

A Mission, a Miracle, and the Power of Faith in Conflict

April 7, 2026

In a tense episode over Iranian airspace, two U. S. pilots in an F‑15 had to eject when their aircraft was struck by enemy fire. The pilot landed safely and was located within six hours, while his weapons systems officer remained trapped for more than a day. Early on Easter Sunday, U. S. forces extr

politics

Tax Talk: Democrats, Dollars and Dilemmas

April 7, 2026

The debate inside the Democratic Party is heating up around a simple question: who should pay taxes and how much? A growing number of hopefuls for 2026 state races and the 2028 presidential race are offering tax‑cut plans that sound appealing to voters who feel stretched by rising costs. Senat

lifestyle

Orange Park Plans Big Changes: What Do Residents Want?

April 7, 2026

The City of Orange wants to hear from its people about how to upgrade Grijalva Park, a former landfill turned 42‑acre green space. The park already offers trails, playgrounds and a sports center with basketball and pickleball courts, but officials see room for more. In 1999 the city bought the land

sports

Dunkman: A New League That Lets the Best Jump to Fame

April 7, 2026

The world of professional basketball is getting a fresh twist. In the summer of 2026, a brand‑new competition called Dunkman will launch. It is designed to bring the most creative and athletic jumpers into a full‑scale league, rather than just a one‑off contest. The first season will feature twenty‑

technology

Tesla’s Self‑Driving Claims Spark Debate on Safety and Lawsuits

April 7, 2026

Elon Musk recently posted on X that Tesla’s Full Self‑Driving system saves many lives, citing a video where a car avoided an accident in poor visibility. He acknowledged the technology is not perfect but said it could prevent 90 % of yearly auto deaths. Musk added that the remaining 10 % who still d