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Oct 30 2025WEATHER

Windy and Wet: What to Expect This Thursday in DC

A storm is coming to the DC area, and it's going to be a wet and windy Thursday. The rain will start slow on Wednesday afternoon but will pick up speed overnight. By Thursday morning, the rain will be heavy, making the roads slippery and the morning commute slower than usual. The weather team is ke

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Oct 30 2025LIFESTYLE

Columbia's Benton Springs Snap Pullover: A Cozy, Affordable Choice for Chilly Days

Columbia has been making outdoor clothes for a long time, and they're pretty good at it. Their fleece jackets are especially nice, and right now, you can get a great deal on one of their popular styles. The Benton Springs Snap Pullover is usually $46, but it's on sale for $32 at Amazon. Over 100 peo

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Oct 30 2025HEALTH

Small Steps to Big Health: How Movement and Food Can Save Your Life

Modern life is full of distractions. People often choose quick meals and long hours of sitting over healthy habits. This shift has led to a rise in serious health problems. Heart disease, diabetes, and liver issues are now common even among young adults. These conditions are often linked to poor nut

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Oct 30 2025POLITICS

Big Bend's Border Boost: Tech and Walls on the Horizon

In the vast, remote expanse of the Big Bend region, a significant shift in border security is underway. The federal government is rolling out its "Smart Wall" initiative, a high-tech approach to border control that blends physical barriers with advanced technology. This plan includes steel barriers,

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Oct 30 2025EDUCATION

Lia Smith: A Life of Passion, Purpose, and Impact

Lia Smith was more than just a name at Middlebury College. She was a vibrant presence, known for her warmth and enthusiasm. Her energy was infectious, making her a favorite among professors and students alike. In the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, she stood out as a standout teaching assi

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Oct 30 2025SCIENCE

Why We Haven't Met Our Cosmic Neighbors

The universe is a big place. Really big. And it's been around for a long time. So, it's not a stretch to think that life exists somewhere out there. But if aliens are real, why haven't we heard from them? A scientist from NASA has an idea. He thinks it's not because they're hiding or using some fan

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Oct 30 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Weekend Fun: Music, Art, and History

This weekend, there's plenty to do in Little Rock and beyond. If you love music, you won't want to miss the Mozart Requiem Eucharist at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral. The Trinity Choir and Arkansas Symphony Orchestra will perform Mozart's famous Requiem. After the performance, stick around for a recep

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Oct 30 2025EDUCATION

Fort Worth Schools: A State Takeover and the Fight for Better Education

The Fort Worth Independent School District is in hot water. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is stepping in to take control because one of its schools, Leadership Academy at Forest Oak Sixth Grade, has been failing for years. This isn't a sudden move, though. The district has been struggling to meet

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Oct 30 2025EDUCATION

Gary Smith Joins Yes I Can's Board: A New Beat for Inclusion

Yes I Can Unity Through Music & Education, a nonprofit that helps adults with disabilities find jobs and learn new skills, has welcomed Gary Smith to its board of trustees. Smith, who has spent over two decades in the music industry and business, is no stranger to making a difference. He started Ka

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Oct 30 2025CRIME

Justice on Trial: The Case of a Deputy and a Fatal 911 Call

In Illinois, a jury is grappling with a tough decision. They're trying to figure out what happened when a former deputy shot and killed an unarmed Black woman in her own home. The woman, Sonya Massey, had called 911 for help, not realizing it would be her last call. The deputy, Sean Grayson, is now

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