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Oct 07 2024EDUCATION

Meet Rayna Glasser: The Educator Who Puts Students First

Rayna Glasser is no stranger to the classroom. With 18 years of teaching experience, mainly at Fort Worth Dunbar High School where she was named Teacher of the Year for 2023-24, she's got a solid background. She holds a master’s degree in education from Lamar University and is now running for State

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Oct 07 2024EDUCATION

Bunsen Burners: A Missing Piece in Somerville's New High School

Three years ago, Somerville opened a shiny new high school. Parents and students were thrilled to explore the state-of-the-art facilities during an open house event. However, there was a surprise waiting in the science labs. The Bunsen burners, essential tools for chemistry experiments, couldn't be

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Oct 07 2024SPORTS

Football Frenzy: Week Six Matchups in Central MN

It's game week six, and the football action in central Minnesota is heating up! Let's dive into some key matchups happening this Friday. First up, Sauk Rapids-Rice Storm takes on Cambridge-Isanti Bluejackets on the road. The Storm has a record of 3 wins and 2 losses, with their last game resulting

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Oct 07 2024SPORTS

Thursday's Sports Roundup: Goals and Wins

Yesterday was a big day for high school sports in the area. Let's start with boys soccer, where Cathedral crushed Melrose 5-1. Jacob Oliver was on fire, scoring three goals for the Crusaders. Mason Layne and Matt Primus also found the net. The undefeated team will take on Minnewaska tomorrow at Whit

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Oct 07 2024SPORTS

Rodri’s Season-Ending Injury: A Blow to Manchester City’s Title Hopes

It’s been a tough start to the season for Manchester City, especially after Rodri’s injury during Sunday's match. The midfielder was taken off early in the first half, and initial hope that it wasn’t serious has faded away. After consulting specialists, Rodri faces the possibility of an ACL injury,

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Oct 07 2024SPORTS

Rain Delays Cowboys-Steelers Game: Who's Playing and When?

The highly anticipated matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and Pittsburgh Steelers has been delayed due to heavy rain. The game was initially set to start at 8 p.m. ET but has now been rescheduled to kick off at 9:45 p.m. ET. Both teams and fans had to wait in their locker rooms and under cover while

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Oct 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Broadway's Memorable Firsts: Actors and Producers Share Their Debut Stories

Imagine a room filled with Broadway's brightest stars, creators, and producers. Variety hosted their annual Business of Broadway Breakfast, and the talk was all about firsts. Cole Escola, who created "Oh Mary!", remembers seeing "Kiss Me, Kate" when he was 13. He wasn’t excited at first, but Marin M

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Oct 07 2024TECHNOLOGY

Understanding Smart Home Technology: Benefits, Challenges, and Popular Devices

Relocating smart home devices like floor bots and smart plugs is relatively straightforward, but moving voice assistants or hubs can be tricky. As technology becomes more integrated into homes, items like smart ovens or doors may stay with the property. Be cautious about investing in such products i

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Oct 07 2024POLITICS

Campaign Finance Case: Charges Dropped for Defendant

On Tuesday, one of the six people accused in a campaign finance scheme involving Mayor Eric Adams's contributors had their charges dismissed. Ronald Peek, 66, was part of a group indicted last July for allegedly funneling money to Adams's campaign through straw donors between 2020 and 2021. Manhatta

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Oct 07 2024SPORTS

Wisconsin's Top Runner Chez Mellusi Leaves to Prioritize Health

Wisconsin Badgers' leading running back, Chez Mellusi, has decided to step away from the team to concentrate on his health. The team announced this on Friday, expressing their support for Mellusi's decision to focus on recovery. Mellusi, a sixth-year senior, has faced various injuries, including tea

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