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Feb 14 2026LIFESTYLE

Brighton Steps Up: How a Neighborhood Saved a Beloved Barbershop

In Brighton, a small barbershop became the heart of a big community effort after a burst pipe caused major damage. Matt's Barber Shop, a cozy spot where people come for more than just haircuts, faced a sudden crisis when freezing temperatures led to a pipe bursting upstairs. The water rushed in, flo

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Feb 14 2026CRIME

A Dark Business Deal Turns Deadly in New Jersey

A New Jersey man, Paul Caneiro, was recently found guilty of a shocking crime. He was convicted of killing his brother, Keith, along with Keith's wife and two young children. The motive? A sour business relationship that turned deadly. The trial revealed that Paul had been stealing money from their

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Feb 14 2026BUSINESS

Downtown Duluth: A Tale of Struggle and Change

Downtown Duluth is going through big changes. The mayor has promised to make it better. He wants to bring more people and businesses there. The city is working on rules to make it easier to build new things. They also want to bring more homes and shops to the area. This could help bring more people

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Feb 14 2026POLITICS

Hot Springs Gets Its First Full-Time Town Boss

Hot Springs has taken a big step by hiring its first-ever full-time town administrator, Hassena Kassim. This is a huge deal because the town has never had someone in this role before. Kassim, who is 47 and lives right in Hot Springs, started her job in August. Before this, Kassim helped the town bo

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Feb 14 2026TECHNOLOGY

Quantum Tech Giant Infleqtion Takes Center Stage

Infleqtion, a trailblazer in quantum tech, has just wrapped up its merger with Churchill Capital Corp X. This move marks a big step for the company, which is known for its work in quantum sensing and computing. The merger means Infleqtion will soon be trading on the New York Stock Exchange, starting

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Feb 14 2026BUSINESS

Funko's Financial Flexibility Gets a Boost

Funko is making some big moves to keep their financial game strong. They just tweaked their credit deal, pushing the due date to the end of 2027. This isn't just about extra time; it's about giving them room to grow and breathe. The company had to make some adjustments to the terms, but it seems li

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Feb 14 2026BUSINESS

From Dishes to Dreams: Ray Herrington's Journey in the Food and Beverage World

Ray Herrington, a name synonymous with St. Cloud's vibrant dining and entertainment scene, has quite the story to tell. Born into a large family in west Duluth, Ray was the youngest of six siblings, with a significant age gap between him and his closest sibling. His father, a World War II veteran, w

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Feb 13 2026BUSINESS

The Big Business Win: Court Halts New Merger Rules

A recent decision by a Texas judge has put a stop to new rules that would have required companies to share more details about their mergers. The rule, which was set to take effect last year, aimed to give antitrust regulators more insight into mergers and acquisitions. However, the judge ruled that

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Feb 13 2026CELEBRITIES

How Halle Berry's Sticky Notes Led to Love

Halle Berry, known for her roles in action-packed films, has a surprising story about how she met her partner, Van Hunt. It all started with sticky notes and a lot of patience. Berry shared that she spent years writing down what she wanted in a partner. She was very specific about the qualities she

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Feb 13 2026BUSINESS

Bio-Rad's Mixed Year: Growth Amid Challenges

Bio-Rad, a big name in life science research and clinical diagnostics, just shared its financial results for 2025. The year was a bit of a rollercoaster. On one hand, they saw some growth in sales, especially in their Clinical Diagnostics segment. But on the other hand, their Life Science segment to

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