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Jun 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Fun Spot Planned for Huntley Golf Fans

Huntley is getting a fresh take on golf that feels more like a game night than a traditional course. Plans are moving forward for a high-tech driving range with eight big bays and three seasonal ones, right next to the existing Pinecrest Golf Club. Instead of just hitting balls at a field, players w

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Jun 15 2026LIFESTYLE

City Water Park to Reboot: A New Splash Ahead

The city of San Jose has announced that the 23‑acre water park next to Lake Cunningham will close for a while. A new operator, Lakeside Partners, is set to upgrade the place so it can offer newer slides and more interactive play areas. The exact length of the break isn’t known yet, but plans are und

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Jun 13 2026POLITICS

Parks Must Keep History Lessons, Judge Says

A federal judge in Boston recently told the government they have to put back signs and displays about tough topics like slavery and climate change in national parks. These signs were removed because officials said they didn’t match the government’s view of history. The judge said taking them down wa

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Jun 11 2026POLITICS

New York’s Riverfront Rebuild: A Questionable Plan for a City in the Flood

The city’s latest waterfront projects claim to protect Lower Manhattan from future floods, but many question whether the science truly supports such drastic changes. Experts now say that earlier predictions of dramatic sea‑level rises were exaggerated, and recent studies show no clear acceleratio

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Jun 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Summer Fun at Shanghai Disney Resort for Its 10th Birthday

Shanghai Disney Resort is throwing a big summer bash to celebrate its 10th birthday. From June 17 to August 31, the park is packed with extra nighttime fun, special shows, and themed activities. One highlight is the Magic Hour Upgrade Days, where the park stays open until 10:30 p. m. on 10 select ni

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Jun 06 2026SCIENCE

Health Links: How Aging Joints and Bones May Signal Parkinson’s Risk

Older adults often face bone loss, muscle shrinkage, and joint pain. These conditions—known as sarcopenia, osteoporosis, and osteoarthritis—are common in people over 50. Recent research from a large UK study suggests that these musculoskeletal problems could be warning signs for Parkinson’s disease.

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Jun 06 2026OPINION

Parking Prices: A Fairness Debate in Portland

Portland’s latest council vote to extend paid parking hours has sparked a lively debate. Residents are split between those who see the change as a necessary step toward fairness and others worried about rising costs for diners. The city’s parking policy has long been a point of contention, especiall

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Jun 06 2026POLITICS

Skokie residents to vote on $53 million park upgrades

Skokie is considering letting voters decide in November whether to support a $53 million bond issue for new parks and upgrades. The plan includes creating Channelside Park South on an old industrial site and expanding Sports Park East with better sports fields and facilities. If passed, property tax

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Jun 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Silverwood’s Summer: New Owners, Same Experience

When the Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation announced it would take over Silverwood Theme Park, fans of Idaho’s biggest summer attraction rushed to ask what would change. Would ticket prices jump? Could the park’s classic charm be traded for a new brand name or fresh rides? Park leaders ans

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Jun 01 2026LIFESTYLE

Finding your way with a new car

Switching cars feels like moving to a new home where everything is out of place. The sunglasses you always kept in the cupholder now live in the glove box, the ice scraper hides in a door pocket, and your hand fumbles for a gearshift that vanished overnight. Small comforts become big mysteries. The

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