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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

YMCA's Big Move: Bringing Fitness to Menomonie

The YMCA of the Chippewa Valley is making a big move. They are taking over Menomonie Health and Fitness. This takeover will happen on April 1. The new facilities will be called Menomonie East YMCA and Menomonie South YMCA. The YMCA has been planning this expansion since last year. They did a survey

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Feb 16 2025ENTERTAINMENT

When Scares Meet Sanctuaries: A New Wave of Horror Screenings

Churches are usually quiet and peaceful, but a new horror film is shaking things up. The movie, "The Monkey, " is taking a bold step by hosting screenings in churches. This is not your average horror movie night. It's a clever marketing move to reach new audiences. The film's marketing team is play

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Feb 14 2025ENVIRONMENT

Dongmen Village: Where Roots Run Deep and Green

Dongmen Village, nestled in the heart of Fujian Province, China, is more than just a place on a map. It's a community where people's deep love for their home drives them to take action for sustainability. The villagers here don't just talk about their love for their village; they show it through the

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Feb 05 2025SCIENCE

A Decade of Online Scientific Chatter

Imagine parties going on for 24 hours, but instead of music and food, there's non-stop discussion and sharp debates on science. Thats what we're about to do now. In 2015, a fun online event called the #RSCPoster conference began, This was a time when people chatted at length online about science on

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Feb 01 2025ENVIRONMENT

Highland Park: A Green Haven For Wildlife

In the heart of Illinois, the city of Highland Park has been buzzing with excitement. It is the second city in the state to receive a special title from the National Wildlife Federation. This title is not a simple award; it's a recognition for becoming a top-notch habitat for local wildlife. See, th

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Jan 30 2025CRIME

Fear Not the Badge

In the heart of North Texas, a critical message echoed through the Latino community. A police lieutenant named Eddie Reyes recorded a video. He did so in Spanish. He told people not to be scared of the police. He said, "Don't worry about what's happening now. " He pleaded with them to keep livi

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Jan 22 2025HEALTH

AI in Public Health: The Power of Community Involvement

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform public health. But to make the most of it, everyone should be part of the conversation. Think about it like this: public health experts have given us life-changing innovations, like vaccines and clean water. Now, they're facing a big challe

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Jan 10 2025CRIME

Citizens and Council Members Discuss Crime and Police Support in Gary

Two Gary residents, Ivan Ursey and Christy Sass, recently shared their concerns about crime in the city during a Common Council meeting. Ursey, who also chairs the Gary Republican Party, talked about a relative being held at gunpoint and having their wallet stolen. He feels that the city needs more

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Jan 01 2025CRIME

Chicago's Crime Fight: A Team Effort

As 2024 draws to a close, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and Police Superintendent Larry Snelling are celebrating a citywide drop in violent crime. They say it's a result of everyone working together. "It takes a village, " Johnson explained at a press conference. "We can't just blame the cops. " The

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Dec 25 2024POLITICS

Mayor Edwards Presented His Crime-Fighting and Community Engagement Plans

Last Monday evening, the newly elected Mayor-President of East Baton Rouge Parish, Sid Edwards, shared his vision for tackling crime and boosting community involvement. The event took place at the Charles R. Kelly Community Center, where the North Baton Rouge community turned out in large numbers, e

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