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Miami Heat: A New Crime Story Gets a TV Spotlight

April 15, 2026

The pilot of the crime drama M. I. A. will appear on NBC at 10 p. m. ET/PT on Thursday, May 14, following its release a week earlier on Peacock. The show moved from the streaming platform to broadcast as part of a cross‑promotion strategy. M. I. A. was greenlit by Peacock in 2024 and is created by

sports

New Ice Sheet Gives Coeur d’Alene More Skating Space

April 15, 2026

The Kootenai Youth Recreation Organization (KYRO) is taking a big step to keep local skaters on the ice by building a second rink at Frontier Ice Arena. The arena has already stretched its capacity with every available sheet of ice in use, so a new, NHL‑sized surface is the logical next move.

environment

Neighbors debate granite mining plan near Columbia

April 15, 2026

A mining company wants to blast a new granite quarry just six miles from Columbia’s downtown, but locals aren’t welcoming the idea. Heidelberg Materials has asked for permits to dig up 242 acres near Monticello Road, close to colleges and neighborhoods like Haskell Heights. The plan promises to rest

sports

Top Athletes Shine in Shawnee County’s Spring Games

April 13, 2026

Shawnee County schools are buzzing with new sports stories this spring. Students have been scoring goals, hitting home runs, and setting personal bests as the season kicks off. Ava Huston from Seaman High made headlines with a hat‑trick in a 7‑0 win over Topeka West. Her three goals helped the Vi

politics

Wisconsin Judges and Georgia Rep Race Set the Stage for Fall Elections

April 7, 2026

In Wisconsin, voters will choose a new justice for the state Supreme Court while Georgia’s 14th District holds a runoff to replace former Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene. The outcomes could signal how the political climate is shifting ahead of the midterms. The Wisconsin contest pits Democrat

sports

Guardians Face Doubleheader Gamble After Weather Delay

April 5, 2026

The Cleveland Guardians had to postpone their Saturday night clash with the Chicago Cubs because of bad weather. That left Sunday, April 4, open for a back‑to‑back series at Progressive Field. Two games will decide the winner of this set, and Cleveland is currently up 1‑0 after a comfortable 4‑1 vic

lifestyle

Boulder’s icy dip warms hearts and raises funds

April 5, 2026

Every winter, some people jump into icy waters to raise money for good causes. In Boulder, hundreds chose to take a chilly leap last Saturday at the annual Polar Plunge. The event raises funds for Special Olympics Colorado, supporting athletes with intellectual disabilities. This year’s plunge happe

sports

Cardinals Find Turf Home While Weather Hits Their Backyard

April 4, 2026

North Idaho College’s softball squad has been on a quest for a stable playing field, juggling venues from high‑school parks to the city’s own Memorial Field. This spring, a mix of mild temperatures and persistent rain forced the team to relocate their home games to an artificial turf field at the Ma

sports

Season Kick‑Off: Local Athletes Shine

March 30, 2026

The first week of spring sports in Shawnee County has already seen some impressive performances. Weather conditions have warmed, and teams are stepping onto the field with fresh energy. Voters are invited to choose this week’s standout player, as announced by Envista Federal Credit Union. Nominatio

sports

Keaton Wagler: From Kansas Courts to College Stardom

March 26, 2026

Keaton Wagler grew up in Shawnee, Kansas, where basketball was a daily ritual. His parents, both former college players, ran the house with drills and game talk, creating a home that felt like a practice gym. This early immersion gave him a feel for the game far beyond simple skills. When he reac