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Unlocking Monarch Butterfly Secrets with Bluetooth Tech

December 6, 2025

In the quiet eucalyptus groves of Santa Cruz, a unique project is underway. Citizen scientists are using smartphones to track monarch butterflies. This is thanks to tiny Bluetooth tags called Blu+. These tags help researchers understand the migration patterns of these beautiful insects. The western

religion

Local Choirs and Churches Bring Festive Vibes to the Community

December 6, 2025

Local music groups and churches are gearing up for a series of holiday events. These events promise to bring joy and warmth to the community during the festive season. First up, RCS Chamber Singers will team up with New Winter, a Celtic group from Ohio. They will perform a concert featuring bagpipe

technology

GM's New Visionary: Sterling Anderson and the Tech Revolution

December 4, 2025

Sterling Anderson, GM's new executive vice president and chief product officer, is shaking things up. He sees GM as a blank canvas, ready for innovation. Since joining in June, Anderson has been busy. He oversees everything from car design to the software that powers them. His goal? To speed up inno

crime

Arizona Murder Mystery: Wealthy Farmer's Wife Found Dead

December 4, 2025

In a small town in Arizona, a tragic event unfolded. Kerri Ann Abatti, 59, was found dead in her home on November 20th. The local sheriff's office confirmed it was a homicide. No one has been arrested yet, and the investigation is still ongoing. The victim was going through a divorce. She had filed

sports

Football Stars Shine in the San Luis Valley

December 3, 2025

In late November, a big deal went down in the San Luis Valley. The Class 1A All-South-Central League football team was announced. This is a huge honor for high school football players in the area. A total of 29 student-athletes from the valley made the cut. Centauri High School came out on top with

business

A Local Design Firm Expands Its Footprint

December 3, 2025

In San Rafael, a home decor business is making a big move. The Still Collective has taken over a large former FedEx building. This space is much bigger than their current one. They will now have 28, 500 square feet to work with. That's a lot more room than their current 6, 400 square feet. The comp

crime

Uncovering Britain's Best Crime Dramas

December 2, 2025

British TV has a knack for crafting gripping crime dramas that keep viewers on the edge of their seats. From chilling mysteries to gripping true crime stories, there's something for everyone. Take "The Light in the Hall, " for instance. This series kicks off with Joe Pritchard's release from prison

crime

Black Friday Chaos: A Shooting at Valley Fair Mall

November 29, 2025

A peaceful Black Friday shopping trip turned chaotic at the Westfield Valley Fair mall in Santa Clara. Three people were hurt, but thankfully, their injuries weren't life-threatening. The police believe this wasn't a random attack on shoppers. Instead, it seems like a dispute between two individuals

sports

High School Hoop Stars Ready to Dunk Their Way to Glory

November 28, 2025

Basketball fans know the thrill of a powerful dunk. It's a moment that can electrify a crowd and leave everyone talking. At a recent sports media event, high school basketball players from Section III were asked who on their teams might be the next to make a spectacular dunk. Jacob McDonald from Al

sports

Local Teams Shine in Early Basketball Rankings

November 26, 2025

Basketball fever is kicking off early in Colorado high schools. The state's activities association has just dropped its preseason rankings, and local teams are making some noise. Let's talk boys' basketball first. Sanford is sitting pretty at number two in Class 2A. Not too far behind, Centauri is