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Chip stocks take center stage as markets hit new heights

April 26, 2026

The stock market's recent upward climb appears heavily reliant on the semiconductor sector, with a handful of chipmakers driving growth. This week, companies like Texas Instruments, AMD, and Intel saw significant gains, pushing major indexes like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite to record intraday p

business

Virginia’s Ports Need Smoother Tracks to Stay Ahead

April 26, 2026

Last year Virginia’s port saw its first big drop in cargo traffic in decades. A sudden wave of new taxes on imports shook up global trade and slowed business. But a court decision in early spring put limits on the president’s power to impose such taxes without oversight. Even with that win, Virginia

environment

Georgia’s Wildfire Crisis: Small Sparks, Huge Losses

April 26, 2026

The Southeast is burning—not with the dramatic wildfires of the West, but with a slow, relentless spread of flames fueled by extreme drought. Georgia now holds the grim record for the worst property damage from a single fire event in its history, with over 120 homes and buildings destroyed. Two mass

politics

Russia’s Strain: War, Sanctions, and a Workforce on the Edge

April 26, 2026

Russia’s economy is showing clear signs of trouble as the war in Ukraine drags on. Policymakers in Moscow recently met to discuss shrinking capital markets and rising costs, with warnings that labor shortages could get worse. Inflation is climbing, production is slowing, and experts say the country’

politics

Texas Tech Money: Who Gains from Crypto Politics?

April 26, 2026

Texas is cracking open its election funds with a fresh supply of cryptocurrency cash. This year’s primary season has already seen crypto-affiliated groups drop over $2. 5 million into local races, nearly doubling their donations compared to this time last year. Nationwide, crypto spending has climbe

entertainment

Music and Nature Mix in Northwest Arkansas This May

April 26, 2026

Northwest Arkansas isn’t just about blue skies and outdoor fun—it’s also a hotspot for music lovers this spring. The region’s blend of natural beauty and creative energy is drawing crowds with everything from nature-based fundraisers to open mic nights. On May 16, Lake Fayetteville hosts "Call of th

technology

Smartwatch Sale Alert: Two Top Models Drop Below $400

April 26, 2026

Smartwatches keep getting pricier, but right now two popular models are finally getting reasonable discounts. The Pixel Watch 4 from Google is selling for about $40 off its normal price, while Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 8 is getting an even steeper 26% discount. Both watches are still weeks or even mont

finance

Two Stocks Investors Are Watching Closely Right Now

April 26, 2026

Two companies have caught the attention of stock analysts recently. One sells plant-based creamer and energy drinks. The other runs private tutoring centers. Both stocks are trading near their lowest prices in a year. Yet two different analysts still believe they could climb higher. A healthcare-fo

opinion

Supporting families helps kids too

April 26, 2026

A struggling child often shows it through behavior before words. Shouting, withdrawal, or constant fidgeting can signal deeper struggles that a quick scolding won’t fix. Grown-ups need tools to interpret these signals and respond—not with punishment, but with understanding. In North Carolina, over 1

lifestyle

Moving to Topeka: Why It Became Home for a Quarter Century

April 26, 2026

In 1999, a family left Nebraska not because they were running away, but because they felt they’d found something better. Topeka offered real benefits: homes they could afford, jobs that paid the bills, and quick trips to bigger cities like Lawrence or Kansas City. Yet the real appeal wasn’t just pra