Kingston’s spring is buzzing with new chances to explore, create, and enjoy. First up are the free repair clinics at Wild Bobbin, where residents can bring worn‑out clothes for quick fixes. The shop offers supplies and friendly help on the second Wednesday and fourth Saturday of each month, makin
Kings Dominion and Busch Gardens both opened their gates in May 1975, marking a new era for amusement parks in the United States. The two parks were built on different ideas: Kings Dominion aimed to become a large, multi‑theme park in Virginia, while Busch Gardens focused on blending rides with b
Kingston Flemings grew up in San Antonio, Texas, after being born in Newport News, Virginia. A scary accident when he was a child left him with serious injuries but did not stop his life. After getting better, he became more outgoing and energetic. He tried many sports, but basketball caugh
Jean Franklin saved a lot of money before she became a mom. She and her husband, Charles—who calls himself Chaz—were ready to live comfortably in their house near Sacramento. But a health scare changed everything. In May, Jean felt shaky and went to the hospital after her speech got slurred. She lo
Jean‑Martin Charcot, a key figure in early neurology, is remembered this year as part of his 200th birthday. He worked in Paris and helped shape modern brain study, while also becoming a friend of writer Alphonse Daudet. Their friendship later soured because Daudet, who had a serious nerve disease,
Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas are not happy. They want other famous people to talk about something serious. A man named Alex Pretti was shot by ICE officers. He was a nurse. He had a gun, but he wasn't using it. Yet, they shot him. This happened in Minneapolis. It's not the first time someth
Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas have called out fellow celebrities for staying quiet after ICE officers shot and killed Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse in Minneapolis. Pretti had a permit for his gun, but ICE officers shot him during an enforcement operation. This isn't the first time ICE has been i
Billie Eilish is not happy. She wants other famous people to speak up about what's happening in Minneapolis. ICE, the immigration enforcement agency, is causing a lot of trouble there. Eilish shared a photo on her Instagram Story with a simple question: "Hey, fellow celebrities, are you going to spe
Kingston is getting ready for a fun-filled winter sports event. The Springer Market Square will be the place to be. It's all about celebrating sports and the city's history. The Downtown Kingston Business Improvement Area (BIA) is behind this event. They want to make it a hit for everyone. First up
Kingston has been making strides in becoming more accessible. But there is still a long way to go. A city councillor, who has a child with a disability, understands these challenges firsthand. They know what it's like to face barriers that many people don't even notice. When this councillor joined
