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Mar 05 2026POLITICS

A High‑School Hero Steps into the Capitol

Jax Birth, a senior from Ardmore High School, spent a week in the Oklahoma House of Representatives during the second session of the 60th Legislature. The opportunity was arranged by Representative Tammy Townley, who welcomed him as a page and offered the student a front‑row view of state politics.

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Mar 05 2026BUSINESS

New Leader Takes the Helm at One10, Aiming for Bigger Growth

One10 LLC, a company that uses science to boost motivation and performance, has announced that Drew Carter will become its new President and CEO. The change comes as part of a long‑term plan that the firm has been developing for several years, with a focus on growth through 2030. Carter will lead

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Mar 05 2026BUSINESS

Kroger’s New CEO Sets a Calm Pace for 2026 Sales

Kroger is stepping into a quieter year under its new chief, Greg Foran. Foran, who once led Walmart’s U. S. operations and steered 20 quarters of steady sales growth, took the reins in February after a board‑initiated removal of former boss Rodney McMullen. The company’s latest forecast shows

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

South Carolina’s High School Sports League Faces New Leadership

The South Carolina High School League (SCHSL) is preparing for a major change in its top position. Jerome Singleton, who has led the league since 2005, will step down as commissioner by July 1, 2027. The decision was made after a lengthy meeting where the Executive Committee voted unanimously. Sing

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Feb 28 2026BUSINESS

New Leaders and Big Moves in Kansas Business

In the latest wave of changes across Topeka and surrounding areas, several local firms are hiring fresh talent while promoting seasoned experts. A law practice from Washburn University graduates is adding a new associate who will tackle civil and corporate cases, while another legal‑HR firm brings i

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Feb 28 2026SPORTS

Favre Hails Mendoza: Leadership Over Numbers

Brett Favre, the legendary quarterback who lifted a Super Bowl trophy in 1996, shared his thoughts on Indiana’s star Fernando Mendoza. The former NFL hero said the young player’s true value lies in qualities that can’t be measured by drills or statistics. Favre praised Mendoza for his calm leader

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Feb 28 2026HEALTH

Nurses in Charge: A New Look at Leadership

Leadership is often praised as a key to change in nursing, but the reality on the ground tells another story. Many nurses are trained and promoted as leaders, yet they still face shortages of supplies, heavy workloads, rigid hierarchies, and workplace tension. These conditions make it hard for them

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Borg Brende Leaves WEF After Epstein Link Review

A Norwegian former foreign minister, Borg Brende, has stepped down as the head of the World Economic Forum after an external probe looked into his past meetings with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Brende had led the organization since 2017 and said his resignation comes after a thorough

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Health Leader’s Actions Spark Rising Vaccine Threat

The newest Health and Human Services head, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , has become the center of a heated debate about vaccine safety and public trust. In a short video that gained viral attention, he was seen doing bizarre exercise routines with Kid Rock. The clip sparked jokes online, but the real co

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Feb 24 2026ENVIRONMENT

Lead‑laden paint chips spill from Baltimore bridge

A recent inspection by the Maryland Department of the Environment found that paint fragments falling from Baltimore’s 28th Street Bridge carry dangerous levels of lead. The agency was alerted after residents noticed orange and white debris along Falls Road, near the 2700 block. Tests confirmed that

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