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Apr 13 2026HEALTH

How childhood whooping cough vaccines keep working in different kids

Doctors know kids get whooping cough vaccines early, but they still get sick sometimes. That’s why researchers tested blood from three groups of children who got different vaccine versions. Group one had an older whole-cell shot first, then two newer acellular boosters. Group two started with one ac

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Apr 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

Nature’s Classroom: How Outdoor Education Builds Youth and Community

Kids today spend far more time staring at screens than exploring outdoors—sometimes up to seven hours daily. That’s a trend that worries educators, especially when combined with the growing political divide over how much we should even care about environmental issues. A new documentary, however, doe

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Apr 13 2026SPORTS

Bigfork Boys Finish Third at Hamilton Invitational

The Bigfork boys' track team had a strong showing at the Hamilton Invitational, placing third with 54 points. The meet was cut short by weather, with only 14 out of the usual 17 events completed. Robert Merchant, Quinn Kerr, and Tayden West dominated the 100 meters, finishing 1-2-3 respectively. Mer

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Apr 12 2026BUSINESS

Build a Business Site Fast and Cheap with an AI Tool

A new way for small business owners to launch a website is now available at a low price. The platform uses artificial intelligence to do the coding work that normally requires a developer. With this deal, entrepreneurs can pay a one‑time fee of $400 to keep the service forever. The plan is aimed at

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Apr 12 2026FINANCE

War in the Middle East Slows Global Growth and Fuels Debt Challenges

The world’s top money managers are meeting in Washington, but their agenda is clouded by the war that began in late February. This conflict has become the third major shock to the global economy, following COVID‑19 and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The IMF and World Bank have already cut their forec

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Apr 12 2026SPORTS

Girl soccer and track teams shine in weekend tournaments

Three local schools left big marks on the weekend sports scene, with standout performances in soccer and track. First, Genoa-Kingston’s girls soccer team took home hardware by not letting opponents score even once across three games. Their goalkeeper, Maddie Swanson, kept everything locked down, whi

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Apr 12 2026EDUCATION

Hands-on Fun and Learning at Free Kids Festival This Weekend

This weekend brings a special event where creativity meets learning for free. The festival known for blending science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) opens its doors again. Kids don’t just watch—they jump right into building, experimenting, and discovering. Local groups team up to s

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Estonia Says Child Social‑Media Bans Won’t Fix Things

Estonia stands alone in the EU, refusing to ban kids from social media. The country’s education minister argued that blocking platforms won’t solve the real issues, and warned children will always find a way to access them. Research shows that too much time online can lead to depression, anxie

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Apr 11 2026HEALTH

Older People and Their Medicines: What the Study Says

The study looks at how older adults in Germany can be given too many medicines, not enough of the right ones, or drugs that might cause more harm than help. Researchers first gathered data from a large group of seniors across the country, then checked each person’s prescription records. They f

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Apr 11 2026EDUCATION

New Preschool in Adams aims to give kids a strong start

A local school is rolling out a new preschool program that could help young children get a better footing before kindergarten. The initiative is part of a larger trend showing how early education can shape a child’s school experience for years. Research suggests kids who attend preschool tend to per

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