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Oct 16 2024BUSINESS

Pharmacies Shut Their Doors: What's Happening?

You know those neighborhood drug stores you've always gone to? Well, many are shutting down, and it's not just one or two. Walgreens is planning to close 1,200 stores. CVS is not far behind, closing a total of 1,144 stores between 2018 and 2023. Even Rite Aid is struggling, announcing the closure of

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Oct 16 2024HEALTH

Helping Older Adults: Medicare Plans To Step In

Did you know that taking care of elderly or sick loved ones can cost a fortune? Just ask Sharon Zimmer from Wisconsin. She’s been caring for her husband, Chuck, who has Alzheimer's and dementia, since 2018. The costs are skyrocketing, and it's putting a big strain on families like hers. Sharon had t

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Oct 16 2024POLITICS

Georgia Sees Massive Voter Turnout on Day One of Early Voting

On Tuesday, Georgia made history with a record-breaking number of voters hitting the polls on the first day of early voting. Officials reported over 300,000 ballots cast, easily surpassing the previous record from 2020, which was a little over 136,000 votes. This surge in voter turnout is fascinatin

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Oct 16 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Smile 2: A Horror Sequel with a Celebrity Twist

The evil grinning demon from Smile is back, this time targeting a pop star. Skye Riley, played by Naomi Scott, is a famous singer struggling with her rebound after a career-threatening crash. The demon, who loves to make people smile through fear, is now using the pressures of fame and constant scru

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Oct 16 2024POLITICS

Voting Machines: A Young Person's Guide to How They Work

Voting is a big deal in the U.S., but it can be a bit confusing. With different voting methods and lots of new faces running for office, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. But don't worry, using a voting machine is pretty simple once you know how. You might have heard of mail-in voting, where you can v

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Oct 16 2024LIFESTYLE

Teller County's Race Against Time: Road Work Before Winter

As the leaves begin to change color in Teller County, Colorado, crews are working against the clock to complete several road projects before winter sets in. One of the biggest projects is the reconstruction of Lake Avenue, a major street that runs through the heart of Woodland Park. The project star

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Oct 16 2024SPORTS

Why Some Fans Are Upset About Thomas Tuchel's England Appointment

Former football manager Harry Redknapp has expressed his disapproval of the Football Association's (FA) decision to choose Thomas Tuchel as the new England manager. Redknapp believes an English person should lead The Three Lions. Gareth Southgate stepped down after England's loss to Spain in the Eur

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Oct 16 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Elsbeth's Unique Approach to Solving Crimes

Carrie Preston and Wendell Pierce star in the new CBS show "Elsbeth," and they're thrilled to share its unique twist on mystery shows. Unlike other crime dramas, "Elsbeth" has a lighter tone and focuses on the positivity and eccentricity of its protagonist, Elsbeth Tascioni, a Chicago lawyer. She's

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Oct 16 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Monster Season 3: New Cast, New Perspective on Ed Gein

Get ready for Monster season 3! Netflix has added some big names to the cast, including Tom Hollander, Olivia Williams, and Laurie Metcalf. They'll join Charlie Hunnam, who was already announced. The show's third season is all about Ed Gein, a real-life killer from the late 1950s. He was caught digg

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Oct 16 2024BUSINESS

Why Massachusetts is Still a Great Place to Live and Work

After living and working in different places, including other states and countries, Krystal-Rae Clarke moved to Florida to start her chef's table business, FoodSaucy. But when it came time to grow her business, she decided to plant roots in Massachusetts. Even though many people are moving from the

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