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Jan 20 2025POLITICS

Silicon Valley's VIPs: Front Row at Trump's Inauguration

Imagine the scene: tech CEOs sitting in the best seats at President Trump's inauguration, right up front. They were closer than some of Trump's own cabinet members and even state governors! It's a surprising twist, considering tech and Trump haven't always seen eye to eye. But why were they there? M

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Jan 16 2025SPORTS

Friday Night Face-Off: Lakeland vs. Sandpoint in Spirit, Sports, and Service

Get ready for a high-energy showdown! Lakeland High School and Sandpoint High School are gearing up for the annual Battle for the Paddle. This isn't your typical competition; it's a mix of spirit, sports, and community service. The event kicks off on Friday at Sandpoint High, with basketball and wre

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Jan 14 2025BUSINESS

Young Entrepreneur's New Venture: Modernizing Accounting with AI

Meet Pryce Yebesi, a 24-year-old who’s already made waves in the business world. He sold his first company, Utopia Labs, to Coinbase. But Pryce isn’t done yet. He’s just launched a new company called Open Ledger, aiming to revolutionize accounting software. He’s raised $3 million to get started, wit

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Jan 12 2025BUSINESS

Community Boost for Chippewa County's Young Farmers

Imagine turning your love for agriculture into a prosperous career. That's exactly what Chippewa County is setting up for its young ones. Thanks to Wisconsin Farm Technology Days, the county has just bagged a whopping $145, 247! This cash isn't just for show; it's earmarked for youth education and a

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Dec 11 2024EDUCATION

Playground Upgrade: A Boost for Kids at San Jose Day Nursery

At San Jose Day Nursery, children play on a dark rubber mulch playground that doubles as a cat toilet at night. The daycare needs help to replace this with a better surface. Kids deserve a safer, more imaginative outdoor space to learn and grow. Angela Gomez, the director, explains that improving th

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Dec 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Minnesota Museum's Last-Minute Push for Famous Ruby Slippers

The Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, is in the final stretch of a fundraising campaign. They aim to buy back the famous ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz, " which were stolen in 2005 and are now up for auction in Dallas, Texas. The online bidding has already surpassed $1. 5 million

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Nov 24 2024BUSINESS

The Story Behind Nothing: A New Smartphone Venture

Meet Carl Pei, a 34-year-old entrepreneur who co-founded OnePlus. After leaving the company, he embarked on a new journey with Nothing—a smartphone venture. Why smartphones? Because, as Pei explains, they're the biggest consumer product in the world, with a billion sold each year. He believes that i

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Nov 06 2024BUSINESS

Minnesota Brewery Seeks Public Help to Keep Brewing

Imagine this: a brewery in Minnesota is turning to its community for help. Trove Brewing, started just last year by Jeffrey and Angie Crane in Burnsville, is facing some tough times. They've launched a crowdfunding campaign, hoping to raise $75, 000 to keep their dream alive. So, why the need for do

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Nov 04 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Art and Glamour: A Star-Studded Night at LACMA

The stars shone brightly, despite the cloudy sky, as celebrities and art enthusiasts gathered for the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's (LACMA) 13th Art + Film Gala. The event, chaired by Leonardo DiCaprio and LACMA trustee Eva Chow, honored artist Simone Leigh and filmmaker Baz Luhrmann. Michael G

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Nov 02 2024BUSINESS

Space Tourist Coming to Bucks, TGI Fridays Bids Farewell

So, who's up for a night of space tales and fine wine? Viticulturist Greg Olsen, a man who knows a thing or two about both, will be the star guest at Frost Lounge in Doylestown this November. He's the third person to have ever paid for a trip to space, and he'll be sharing his out-of-this-world expe

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