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Maine School Mix‑Up: Students Accidentally Sampled Dirt Instead of Dessert

May 21, 2026

A recent event at a Maine high school turned into an unexpected lesson in kitchen safety when three students took a bite of soil during a community dinner. The incident happened at the long‑running “Empty Bowl Supper, ” a fundraiser that has been part of Medomak Valley High School’s tradition for ye

education

Dirt on a Plate: A School Food Fumble

May 19, 2026

A simple school supper turned into a strange lesson when three students tasted what they thought was dessert. The meal, held at Medomak Valley High School, is a long‑running event that gathers the community to share food. During last Wednesday’s gathering, a dish of baked earth was mistakenly

technology

Pittsburgh’s quiet rise in the AI hardware race

May 19, 2026

Mark Cuban’s recent visit to Carnegie Mellon wasn’t just about nostalgia—it was a clear message about where the next big tech wave is heading. The billionaire investor, who left Pennsylvania during its industrial decline decades ago, surprised many by picking Pittsburgh as his top choice for a start

weather

Storms to Hit the Great Plains and Midwest, Bringing Hail and Tornadoes

May 18, 2026

Millions of people in the Great Plains and Upper Midwest are preparing for a dangerous weather event that began on Sunday and will continue into Tuesday. A powerful upper‑level system from the Southwest is colliding with a surge of hot, humid air across the middle United States. This mix creat

weather

Strong Winds Set for Los Angeles County and Inland Empire This Weekend

May 17, 2026

A wind warning is in effect across parts of Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire until 11 p. m. Sunday, according to the National Weather Service. The forecast calls for steady breezes that could reach 40 to 50 miles per hour, especially in areas known for gusty weather such as the San Bernardin

weather

A Great Day to Work Outside, But Storms May Follow

May 17, 2026

This weekend in Wisconsin’s Chippewa Valley starts with clear skies and warm temperatures—a perfect excuse to finally drag out the lawnmower or clean up the garden. With a dry breeze coming from Canada, today feels like summer arrived early. The air won’t feel sticky, and the sun should stick around

sports

High School Sports Results: May 16 Wrap-Up

May 17, 2026

On May 16, high schools across Section III played hard in multiple sports. The boys tennis teams clashed in crossover matches, with Christian Brothers Academy crushing Whitesboro 5-0 and Jamesville-DeWitt dominating Manlius Pebble Hill 5-0. Softball saw some big scores. Lyme shut out General Brown

crime

Special Education Aide Arrested Over Child Abuse Charge

May 16, 2026

A 27‑year‑old former special education aide from a Huntsville elementary school was taken into custody this week on accusations of torturing a child. The aide, who had worked at Jones Valley Elementary since August 2025, voluntarily surrendered to police on Thursday. She faces a felony charge of wil

sports

High School Sports Highlights: Wins, Records and Awards

May 15, 2026

The day kicked off with a burst of excitement on the courts, fields and courts. A team that had been the top seed in boys’ volleyball surprised everyone by losing at home, showing that even favorites can stumble. Meanwhile, a standout player from O’Bryant tied the school’s record for assists in b

opinion

Boulder’s open spaces: where cycling thrives but official plans don’t

May 15, 2026

Boulder County calls itself a cycling paradise, but its parks department seems to have missed the memo entirely. Leaders now want to cut mountain bike access at key spots like Heil Valley Ranch and Hall Ranch, blaming "user conflicts. " The real picture tells a different story. Official numbers show