Imagine if you could just wipe out all the bad stuff that happens at your school. That’s kind of what New York State’s education department is trying to do with absenteeism rates. Recently, the state comptroller sounded the alarm: too many kids are missing school since the pandemic hit. The solution
Imagine you live in a town tucked away in the mountains of North Carolina, far from any coast. You might think you’re safe from hurricanes, right? Well, think again. This is exactly what happened when Hurricane Helene hit Florida and then sent its leftover rain straight to North Carolina. It al
The year 2024 has been tough for those who grew up in the '80s, with a long list of beloved celebrities passing away. While not all were iconic, many were legends in film, TV, and broadcasting, even influencing Generation Y in the '90s. One of Alf's closest friends, Doogie's dad, and Dylan's on-and
For kids who grew up in the ‘80s, 2024 was a tough year. It felt like we lost a part of our childhood as one celebrity after another passed away. Some might call them legends or icons, and they certainly made a big impact on film, TV, and broadcasting. One death that hit hard was someone from the T
AT&T is stepping away from the entertainment scene. It's selling its majority stake in satellite TV provider DirecTV to private equity firm TPG Partners for a whopping $7.6 billion. This move comes more than 10 years after AT&T bought DirecTV for $48.5 billion, aiming to boost its video subscriber b
As the leaves start to change color, it's time to think about the upcoming holiday season and the weather that might come with it. Both NOAA and the Farmers’ Almanac have released their extended forecasts for this winter. While these predictions aren't set in stone, they can help us plan our travels
In Post Falls, a major roadwork project has been causing quite a stir. The 300 block of Spokane Street is under construction, and local businesses are feeling the heat. Shem Hanks, co-owner of the Filling Station gastropub, has noticed a significant drop in customers. Normally, autumn is a busy time
Inflation's been tough on Texas small businesses. Costs are skyrocketing, and owners are losing sleep over it. A recent report by the NFIB showed that supply costs jumped to the second biggest worry from twelfth in 2020. This is bad news for job creators who now face tough choices: raise prices, cut
Tupperware, a well-known name in many homes, is leaving Williamsburg County. The facility, which has been around since the late 1970s, is shutting down for good. This isn't because of their recent bankruptcy filing; instead, it’s part of a new plan to improve customer service and operations. But
In a surprising turn of events, banks in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are sitting on more liquid cash than many of their global counterparts. This shift is largely due to the high interest rates in Europe and other regions, according to an executive from Qatar National Bank. Speaking
