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Retail Stores Must Report Theft, but No Fines Imposed

February 25, 2026

In Douglas County, a new rule was approved that tells most retail shops in the unincorporated areas to tell law‑enforcement when someone steals from them. The county changed the original plan, which had set fines up to $1, 000 for businesses that didn’t report a theft. Instead of penalties, the deci

crime

Caleb Flynn Faces Murder Charge After Wife’s Tragic Death

February 25, 2026

A former contestant on a popular singing competition and ex‑pastor has been arrested in Ohio for the death of his wife. Caleb Flynn, 39, is accused of shooting Ashley Flynn, 37, and then disguising the scene to look like a burglary. The case is still in its early stages, but court filings show he fa

sports

High School Hoops Highlights: Wins, Records and Surprises

February 25, 2026

In Bay City, the basketball courts were buzzing with victories and milestones on February 24. The Thunderbolts from Mio kept their winning streak alive, beating Hillman 71‑26 and earning a share of the North Star League title. Player Mia McGregor dominated with 52 points, 14 rebounds and 11 block

weather

Cold‑Weather Shelters Open in Osceola County

February 25, 2026

Osceola County will open two night shelters on Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 23‑24, even though the day temperatures are expected to climb into the upper 80s over the weekend. The county is preparing for a sharp drop in temperature after an incoming cold front, which will bring overnight lows into the mi

weather

Spring Repairs Planned for Flood‑Damaged Thompson Pass Road

February 25, 2026

The road that cuts through Thompson Pass in Sanders County is set to get repairs this spring, if the weather allows, according to state transportation officials. A stretch of Montana Secondary 471 that runs over a bridge on Prospect Creek, between mile markers 16 and 22, was hit hard by floods in ea

education

Community Schools, Not Competition: Building a Shared Future

February 25, 2026

South Bend’s recent debate over Clay High School shows how a city can get caught up in institutional pride instead of student needs. The real story is about preparing young people for a workforce that increasingly demands more than just a diploma. Nearly seventy percent of Indiana’s upcoming jobs

sports

New Directions in 2026: What Team Leaders Are Saying

February 24, 2026

The NFL Combine is a spotlight for front‑office chatter, and 2026 promises fresh moves. In Kansas City, the Chiefs’ general manager highlighted a desire for a faster running attack. With the No. 9 overall pick, he hinted at Notre Dame’s Jeremiah Love or a free‑agent option like Breece Hall. At

sports

Malik Willis: Where Will the New QB Land?

February 24, 2026

The 2026 NFL off‑season has already kicked into high gear with the Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. A lot of attention is on the quarterback position, especially because several teams that need a new starter are short on top‑draft options. In that mix, Malik Willis—a former third‑round pick who s

environment

Solar Fields, Sheep and Wetlands: A New Twist on Clean Power

February 24, 2026

A fresh idea is shaping up in north Baldwin County: a 4, 500‑acre solar field that will also host sheep and protect nearby wetlands. The plan aims to power a future data center for Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, while keeping the local environment in good shape. The developers say

education

Future‑Builders Hub Opens New Chapter at CSUF

February 24, 2026

A new three‑story center is rising next to the engineering complex on Cal State Fullerton’s campus, aimed at turning classroom ideas into real tech solutions. The 42, 000‑square‑foot building will open in fall 2027 and hosts labs for GPS systems, cybersecurity, advanced manufacturing, AI, drones, an