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Building Prevention Into Everyday Care in the Southeast

July 16, 2026

In late April 2025, a gathering at Emory University sparked new ideas for stopping chronic illnesses before they start. The meeting highlighted three main moves that could change how health services work across the Southeast. First, care teams should grow to include people who know their communitie

sports

Allentown Sports Legends: A Fresh Look at the Hall of Fame

July 14, 2026

Allentown High School, founded over a century ago in rural Monmouth County, has grown from a small farm‑bordered school into a powerhouse of athletic talent. For many years the team struggled to find its footing, but in recent decades it has produced state champions and professional prospects across

lifestyle

Bill Curry: A South Street Legend Who Turned Bars into Stories

July 14, 2026

Bill Curry, 85, left a lasting mark on Philadelphia’s South Street. He traded his newspaper job for a barstool and opened Copabanana in 1978, turning a modest tavern into a local icon. The spot became known for its art‑deco vibe, fresh lime margaritas, sizzling burgers in a front‑window grill, and g

politics

Supreme Court Decision Sparks Debate Over Voting Rights

July 14, 2026

A Supreme Court ruling on April 29 has sparked intense discussion about the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Some people say the Court weakened the law, while others argue it was a misunderstanding of the case. The decision focused on a 1982 amendment, not the original act itself. The ruling used a compl

education

The Humanities Make a Comeback in the Tech World

July 14, 2026

The idea that only science and math matter in today’s jobs is old news. A new twist on the usual STEM mix now shows how people who study literature, history or art can be just as valuable. The term STHEAM – Science, Technology, Humanities, Engineering and Math – highlights this shift. In a universi

politics

Virginia School Board Shifts Toward New Governor

July 14, 2026

A new governor has tipped the balance on Virginia’s education board by appointing her fifth member, giving her a 5‑to‑4 majority over the appointees of the former administration. The board, which sets rules for public schools across the state, now has a different mix of voices that could influenc

education

College Confidence Drops Again: What Students and Politicians Really Think

July 14, 2026

A recent phone survey of a thousand U. S. adults found that fewer people trust college and university systems than they did last year, falling to 38 % who feel confident. This is a step back from the modest rise seen in 2023, and it sits far below the high level of trust recorded in 2015 when more t

sports

Gable Steveson: A New Look at the Wrestler’s Roots and Rise

July 12, 2026

Gable Steveson is a rising star in the world of combat sports, and his recent win over Hugo Lezama in Mexico Fight League 3 gave him a flawless record of 3‑0 as a professional fighter. This victory keeps his name in the headlines and sparks interest in who he is beyond the ring. He was born on May

sports

A Fighter With a Quiet Story

July 12, 2026

Cory James Sandhagen was born on April 20, 1992, in Aurora, Colorado, and is an American citizen. His early years were spent on a basketball court at Smoky Hill High School, but his interests shifted when he started practicing taekwondo as a child. He wanted to punch more than kick, which led him in

politics

Schools Fight Back: States Block Cuts to Student Mental‑Health Funding

July 12, 2026

A group of state attorneys general, led by Maryland’s chief legal officer, has sued the U. S. Department of Education to stop a planned withdrawal of federal money that supports mental‑health programs in schools. The lawsuit claims the cuts would cost Maryland’s public schools and universities over