AMY PADDEN

Nov 23 2025RELIGION

Young Women Join the Missionary Force at 18

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has made a big change. They now allow young women to start their missionary work at 18, just like young men. This change happened right away. The church said that young women can begin their missions after finishing high school. Many young women are excited about this. At Brigham Young University, students like Kate Be...

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Nov 22 2025HEALTH

Baby Formula Woes: Parents Seek Answers on Early Botulism Cases

Parents are raising concerns about potential early cases of infant botulism linked to ByHeart baby formula. While health officials are currently investigating over 30 cases since August, some families claim their babies fell ill much earlier, possibly as far back as November 2024. California health officials have confirmed that six infants in the state were treated ...

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Nov 22 2025SPORTS

Local Volleyball Stars Shine in League Honors

The Southern Peaks League recently recognized some outstanding volleyball players from the San Luis Valley. In the Class 2A division, Sanford High School took the spotlight with five athletes making the cut. Bella Peterson and Avery Koenig earned first-team spots, while Claire Crowther and Brinlyn Smith were second-team picks. Rose Schwartz received an honorable ment...

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Nov 22 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Dancing with the Stars: The Freestyle Finale Showdown

Dancing with the Stars has always been a show that captures the hearts of viewers. The freestyle dances in the finals are a big deal. They are longer and not tied to any specific dance style. This means the celebrities and their pro partners can get really creative. The show has seen a surge in popularity, especially among younger viewers. The semifinals this year we...

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Nov 21 2025POLITICS

Pope Leo Receives U. S. Senate Resolution on Minnesota School Shooting

In a recent event at the Vatican, Pope Leo was handed a copy of a U. S. Senate resolution. This resolution honored the victims of a tragic shooting that took place at a Catholic school in Minnesota. The senator who presented it was Amy Klobuchar, one of the resolution's co-sponsors. The shooting happened on August 27. A gunman fired through the stained-glass windows...

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Nov 17 2025LIFESTYLE

Winter Adventures in Michigan: Family, Faith, and Fresh Air

Michigan's winter has arrived with a flurry, blanketing the landscape in a thick layer of snow. The Eicher family is embracing the chill, finding warmth in their cozy home and the company of loved ones. The family is making a significant change this year, switching from an old coal stove to a new propane heating system. This upgrade means no more twice-daily refueli...

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Nov 15 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Unite in Michigan for a Weekend of Fun

A star-studded event took place in Novi, Michigan, over the weekend. The Motor City Comic Con brought together a diverse group of celebrities from various TV shows and movies. Fans had the chance to meet and interact with their favorite stars, who were signing autographs and taking photos. The event featured actors from popular franchises like "Twilight" and "Scream...

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Nov 15 2025POLITICS

Congress Urged to Unlock Epstein Files by Survivors and Accusers

A group of women, including those who have accused former President Donald Trump of sexual misconduct, have joined forces with survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse to push Congress for the release of all files related to the late financier. This collective effort aims to shed light on the alleged crimes and the justice system's perceived failures. The letter, addres...

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Nov 14 2025HEALTH

Unraveling the Mystery of Neuralgic Amyotrophy: A Closer Look at Its Spread

Neuralgic amyotrophy, also known as Parsonage-Turner syndrome, is a condition that causes sudden pain and weakness in the shoulder area. It is quite common, affecting about 100 out of every 100, 000 people. However, despite its prevalence, there is still a lot we don't know about how it spreads and who it affects the most. A recent study aimed to shed some light on ...

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Nov 14 2025EDUCATION

States Fight Back Against Education Grant Cuts

A recent court decision has given eight Democratic-led states a green light to challenge a policy that led to the cancellation of millions in teacher-training grants. This comes despite a Supreme Court ruling that initially seemed to favor the Trump administration's move. The Trump administration had tried to dismiss the case, arguing it should be handled by a diffe...

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