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Dec 23 2025SPORTS

Bowl Game Bonanza: Fun Facts and Crazy Stats

College football's bowl season is more than just games; it's a treasure trove of records and wild stats. The first-ever bowl game, the Rose Bowl, took place way back in 1902. Michigan dominated that game, scoring a whopping 49 points against Stanford. Today, bowl games are a big deal, filling the ho

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Dec 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Colbert's Late Show: A Shocking Exit and Industry Shake-Up

Stephen Colbert, once the star of CBS' "The Late Show, " is stepping down. CBS announced the cancellation of his show in July, with the final episode set for May 2026. This decision stirred up a lot of talk, especially because it came right after Colbert criticized CBS's parent company, Paramount Gl

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Dec 23 2025SPORTS

Local High School Basketball Showdowns: Who Came Out on Top?

Basketball courts across the region buzzed with energy as teams battled it out on Monday, December 22. The girls' games saw some impressive performances. Kailynn Thompson from Bay Port scored a whopping 30 points, leading her team to a solid win. Meanwhile, Kaia Waldrop from Notre Dame also had a st

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Dec 23 2025SPORTS

College Sports: Big Money, Bigger Problems

College sports have seen a huge shift in recent years. Athletes are now getting paid, some making millions. This change came after two big court rulings. First, the Supreme Court said in 2021 that the NCAA couldn't limit benefits for athletes. Then, they allowed athletes to be paid for their name, i

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Dec 23 2025SPORTS

Local High School Hoops: Close Calls and Big Wins

In the world of high school sports, every point counts, and every second matters. This was clear in the recent games across the Bay City area. The Cass City Red Hawks and Kingston teams went head-to-head in a nail-biting game that came down to the final seconds. The game, known as the Battle for Def

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Dec 23 2025CRIME

Hot Coffee and Fists: Two Viral Clashes That Shook Communities

In 2025, two incidents went viral, sparking debates about public behavior and safety. First, a woman in Michigan made headlines after throwing hot coffee at a McDonald's employee. The employee had explained that the woman's breakfast order was canceled because the restaurant's breakfast service had

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Dec 23 2025FINANCE

Micron's Stock: A Hidden Gem for 2026?

Micron Technology, a major player in the semiconductor industry, has caught the eye of investors due to its potential for significant earnings growth by 2026. The company's stock has become more affordable, making it an attractive option for those looking to invest in the tech sector. Micron specia

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

Anchorage's Financial Crossroads: Tax Hike or Smart Spending?

Anchorage is a city of diverse people, from working families to small business owners, military personnel, and retirees, all drawn to Alaska's promise of opportunity. But lately, the city's financial management has been shaky. Instead of slapping on a new sales tax, it's time for Anchorage to tighte

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Dec 23 2025POLITICS

The Quiet Crisis in Immigration: How Policies Are Changing the Game

The recent shooting of two National Guardsmen in Washington sparked a swift reaction from the Trump administration, but not in the way one might expect. Instead of focusing on the crime, the administration imposed severe restrictions on legal immigration. The U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Servic

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Dec 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Android Parents: Raising Kids in Space

Ridley Scott, the director behind Alien and Prometheus, made a TV show called Raised by Wolves. It's not part of the Alien story, but it's just as deep. The show is about two robots, Mother and Father, who are raising human children on a far-off planet. They want to protect the kids from the religio

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