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Dec 10 2025EDUCATION

New Classes Coming to Fairfax County Schools

Fairfax County is adding new classes to its middle and high schools. Starting in the 2026-27 school year, students can take courses on artificial intelligence, personal finance, and cybersecurity. The school board approved these changes. Most of the new classes are optional. This means schools can

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Nov 26 2025EDUCATION

Schools Under Scrutiny for Antisemitism

Fairfax County Public Schools, the biggest district in Virginia, is now under the microscope. A House committee is digging into claims of antisemitism within its walls. This isn't just happening in Fairfax, though. Schools in Berkeley, California, and Philadelphia are also being looked at. Why is t

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Nov 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

A New Heist Game on the Horizon: Fairgames Could Be the Next Big Thing

Fairgames is a heist game that has been quietly making waves in the gaming community. It's developed by Haven Studio, a team that has seen some key members leave recently. The game was announced in 2023 with a CGI trailer that didn't show much gameplay. Since then, there's been a lot of silence. No

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Nov 05 2025TECHNOLOGY

A New Player in the US Smartphone Game

Fairphone, a brand known for its eco-friendly and repairable tech, has just stepped into the US market. But don't expect to see their phones right away. Instead, they're starting with something different: headphones. The Fairbuds XL, which are designed to be easily fixed, are the first Fairphone pro

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Jul 08 2025POLITICS

Orangeburg Takes a Stand Against Hate

Orangeburg County is making a move to protect its residents. They are looking to pass a new rule. This rule would make it a minor crime to hurt or scare someone because of who they are. It covers things like race, religion, and more. If someone breaks this rule, they could go to jail for a month or

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May 04 2025WEATHER

Weather Alerts in Orangeburg County: What Happened and What's Next

Orangeburg County residents were on high alert earlier this evening. A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for the area. This warning was later lifted by the National Weather Center. The storm moved quickly, traveling at 35 miles per hour. It was last seen near Rivers Bridge State Park. This was

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Mar 06 2025ENVIRONMENT

Fairbanks' Air Quality: A Winter Challenge

Fairbanks, Alaska, faces a significant issue with fine particulate matter, known as PM2. 5. This tiny pollution is a big problem, especially in winter. The air quality standards set by the National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) are often exceeded in Fairbanks. The standard for PM2. 5 is 35 mi

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Feb 15 2025BUSINESS

Smoothie Shop Brings Health and Hope to Fairfax City

Fairfax City Mall is buzzing with excitement as a new smoothie shop has opened its doors. This isn't just any smoothie shop, though. South Block is on a mission to make Fairfax City a healthier place, one smoothie at a time. The shop specializes in delicious and nutritious smoothies, açaí bowls, and

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Jan 21 2025WEATHER

Orangeburg Prepares for Icy Roads: Officials Gear Up

Orangeburg County is getting ready for some chilly weather this week. Officials are already planning how to keep the roads safe. Billy Staley, the head of Orangeburg County Emergency Services, said that the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) is helping out. They're working together

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Dec 22 2024HEALTH

Vaccine Fairness: Seeing the Whole Picture in Ethiopia

Fair access to COVID-19 vaccines is crucial, but we don't know much about the situation in Ethiopia. A recent study aims to change that by exploring how different social and geographical factors influence vaccine uptake there. Let's zoom in on what's happening. In Ethiopia, it's not just about havi

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