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Scholarship Honoring a Fallen Warden

May 28, 2026

The Maine Trappers Association has set up a new scholarship named after former warden pilot Joshua Tibbetts, who lost his life in a tragic aircraft accident on May 12 near Avon. The award was launched through the association’s newly created nonprofit, the MTA Outdoor Learning Foundation, and involve

health

Helping Health Workers Heal From Moral Stress

May 27, 2026

In busy hospitals and care homes, workers often face tough choices that clash with their own values. These moments can leave lasting emotional wounds, a problem now called moral injury. It looks like other issues such as PTSD or burnout but needs its own kind of help. A study set out to see if a si

technology

Baltimore’s New Path: From Lower Crime to Stronger Jobs

May 18, 2026

The city has cut its homicide and shooting rates by nearly sixty percent since 2021, reaching the safest levels seen in half a century. Yet that safety must be matched with fresh economic growth if families are to thrive and the city to move forward. The first hurdle is avoiding political moves t

opinion

Rural Power and the Biofuel Boost

May 17, 2026

The new biofuel tax credit, known as 45Z, is a big deal for farmers and small towns in the Midwest. It promises to bring billions of dollars back into local economies by encouraging people to make biofuel right where the feedstock grows. Farmers, grain elevators, truck drivers and even local busi

entertainment

Dog Show Goes Streaming: Westminster Joins Netflix

May 14, 2026

The famous dog competition in New York will be seen on the internet next year. Netflix has taken over from Fox Sports, which had shown the event for ten years. The change happens after the 150th edition that celebrated a big milestone. The show starts in February 2027 and will be streamed live from

science

Plainfield North Shines in State Science Olympiad

May 10, 2026

The University of Illinois hosted the state‑level Science Olympiad, where 54 schools vied for top honors. Plainfield North High School, after placing fourth in its regional meet, qualified to compete among the best teams in the state. At the tournament on April 18, students from Plainfield North

crime

Courtroom Cams Stay in Kirk Murder Case, but Hearing Gets Pushed Back

May 9, 2026

A Utah judge just ruled that live TV feeds can keep rolling during Tyler Robinson’s murder trial, despite his team’s push to block cameras. Judge Tony Graf said courtroom broadcasts help the public keep an eye on the justice system and won’t sway future jurors—especially since the feed won’t show Ro

entertainment

How a mystery writer went from unknown to unforgettable

May 4, 2026

Patricia Cornwell didn't start out as a crime novelist - she started by studying death up close. In her late twenties, struggling to get published while living in a tiny apartment, she walked into a morgue with an unusual prop: a blowgun disguised as a cane. When she shot a dart into a poster to pro

entertainment

Science Stars Shine with Hollywood at the 2026 Breakthrough Awards

May 1, 2026

A bright night in Los Angeles turned into a science‑theatre spectacle when the world’s leading researchers met Hollywood celebrities for the 12th Breakthrough Prize ceremony. The event, often dubbed “the Oscars of Science, ” highlighted groundbreaking work that could change lives. The Breakthroug

entertainment

Celebrity Highlights at 2026 Festival Line‑ups

April 27, 2026

The year’s biggest cultural events drew a star‑packed crowd, from film premieres to music festivals. At the “Michael” opening night, actors like Nia Long and Meagan Good mingled with music icons Usher and Chance the Rapper, creating a buzz that spread through social media. The Black Effect Pod