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Speeding Through College: A New Shorter Path at Tennessee

July 6, 2026

The University of Tennessee is testing a faster way to earn a bachelor’s degree. A new program will let students finish with only 90 credit hours instead of the usual 120. The change is meant to cut costs and reduce student debt by about a quarter, while also getting people into jobs sooner. Fa

opinion

Tallahassee Can Build Its Own Bright Future

July 6, 2026

Tallahassee has the buildings, schools and parks that many cities need to grow. The real challenge is getting everyone—city leaders, businesses, universities and the state—to agree on a shared plan. When I walked through Greenville, South Carolina, with my family, the town’s lively streets and g

sports

Honest Choices in College Sports: A Story That Still Matters

July 6, 2026

Jon MacBeth, a college football player in 1960, faced a hard choice when gamblers asked him to sway his team’s score. He said no, told his coach, and helped police catch the plot before the game even began. This incident shows that integrity in sports isn’t new; it’s been tested for decades. Even

business

New Leaders Shape Minnesota’s Legal, Business and Health Sectors

July 6, 2026

Kenya Bodden will head the Minnesota State Bar Association starting July 1. He brings experience from Amazon’s legal risk team and led the Ramsey County Bar last year. The board also names Nicole Kettwick as President‑Elect, Sarah Soucie Eyberg as Treasurer, Brandon Vaughn and Madeline Gustafson sha

lifestyle

Summer New Year’s Bash Shows We Can Reset Anytime

July 6, 2026

A nonprofit office that follows a July‑to‑June fiscal calendar found a fresh way to kick off each new year. When the last quarter closed, staff decided to throw a New Year’s party in June instead of waiting for January. They brought hats, noise makers, and a summer‑friendly spread of ice cream and w

politics

Rio Rancho’s Revamp: A Model for New Mexico

July 6, 2026

The city of Rio Rancho was flat‑lined when its mayor first took office in 2014. Business growth stalled, roads stayed cracked and a major employer was leaving. The mayor said no more. Over twelve years the city changed. Roads were repaired and police funding doubled, making it one of the s

education

Summer School on Your Own Terms in Arkansas

July 6, 2026

In Arkansas, families can tap state money for education even when school is closed. The state’s School Choice plan gives parents a budget called an Educational Freedom Account, or EFA, to spend on private schools or homeschooling. The rules stay the same in July and August, so parents can use leftov

opinion

School Breakfast for All: A Simple Fix That Helps Every Kid

July 6, 2026

The first bell in New Jersey schools should feel like a warm welcome, not a reminder that some kids are hungry. Yet many families earn enough to be deemed “too rich” for free meals, even though everyday costs push them into tight spots. The line between having a job and paying for food is thinner th

politics

Bible Lessons in Texas Schools: History or Faith?

July 6, 2026

The Texas State Board of Education has voted to add Bible passages to the K‑12 reading list. The decision has sparked debate about whether public schools should teach a religious text or treat it as a historical document. Supporters argue that the Bible is one of the world’s most influential book

entertainment

TV Stories That Teach How to Hook and Keep You Watching

July 6, 2026

The first thing that makes a TV series unforgettable is how every part of it works together. From the actors’ lines to the background music, each detail is chosen so the plot can shine. When a show runs like that, its strengths become invisible because they support one clear goal: telling a story th