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Unlocking Reading Potential: How Charleston Schools Are Closing the Literacy Gap

December 16, 2025

In Charleston County, a new teaching method is making waves. Orton-Gillingham, a structured, multisensory approach to literacy, is helping students who struggled with reading. This method is not just for kids with dyslexia. It benefits all learners by focusing on phonics and how letters and sounds c

religion

Faith, Art, and Immigration: Churches Make Bold Statements

December 15, 2025

Churches are using Nativity scenes to make strong statements about immigration. In Charlotte, a church's Nativity scene includes ICE agents approaching the Holy Family. This was done to highlight the recent immigration enforcement actions in the city. The scene was vandalized by an unidentified man

entertainment

Unraveling the American Dream: A Look into Problemista

December 15, 2025

Problemista, a 2024 film by Julio Torres, is a wild ride through the struggles of an immigrant chasing the American dream. Alejandro, a Salvadorian toy designer in Brooklyn, faces endless hurdles to land a job at Hasbro. The film is packed with bizarre twists, like a cryogenically frozen husband and

entertainment

The End of Leverage: Redemption on Prime Video

December 14, 2025

The popular show Leverage: Redemption has come to an end. This show was a reboot of the original Leverage series. It followed a group of ex-criminals who used their skills to help people fight against unfair situations. The third season of Leverage: Redemption was released in April 2025 on Prime Vid

weather

When Water Takes Over: Families in Skagit County Face Flooding Challenges

December 12, 2025

In Skagit County, families are dealing with serious flooding along the Skagit River. The river reached a new high, but the flood wall in downtown Mount Vernon held strong. Now, the water is going down, but not fast enough for those who had to leave their homes. People from eastern communities along

celebrities

Hollywood's Age Gap Talk: A Look at Leo's Love Life

December 12, 2025

Leonardo DiCaprio's dating choices have always been a hot topic. Recently, CBS' Elsbeth took a playful jab at the actor's romantic history. During a recent episode, the show's sharp-witted character, Elsbeth, was investigating a case involving a former '90s supermodel. While digging into the mystery

celebrities

Prince Harry's Legal Showdown: How to Catch the Documentary Anywhere

December 12, 2025

Prince Harry is taking legal action against a major newspaper group. He is not alone. Other famous people, like Elton John and Elizabeth Hurley, are also involved in this case. They are suing Associated Newspapers Ltd, which owns the "Daily Mail" and "Mail on Sunday. " The lawsuit claims the company

entertainment

A True Story That's Got Everyone Talking

December 11, 2025

Netflix has a new favorite show, and it's all about a real-life crime story. "Love & Death" is a miniseries starring Elizabeth Olsen. It first came out on HBO Max in April 2023 and then moved to Netflix on December 1, 2025. Now, it's ranking high on Netflix's Top 10 shows in the U. S. for the week o

entertainment

Holiday Fun in Gainesville and Alachua County

December 11, 2025

Gainesville and Alachua County are buzzing with holiday excitement this December. The Dance Alive National Ballet is bringing "The Nutcracker" to life, with performances in Gainesville and Ocala. The show includes special events like "Magic of Nutcracker" for children with special needs and "Class W

sports

College Sports: A Mix of Surprises, Changes, and Big Moves

December 10, 2025

College basketball is heating up, and teams are showing their true colors. BYU's freshman guard, AJ Dybantsa, had a standout second half in a close game against Clemson, proving he's a player to watch. However, the Cougars still need to show consistency to be considered national title contenders. M