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Apr 10 2026BUSINESS

A credit union leader making a difference before 40

Melissa Skutley has spent over two decades helping people through credit unions, with most of that time at Redwood Credit Union in Northern California. At 39, she recently earned a spot among the region’s top young professionals. Her journey started in branches across Northern California, giving her

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Apr 10 2026SCIENCE

How tiny cell parts travel between cells – and why that matters

Scientists once saw mitochondria—the powerhouses inside our cells—as fixed residents with one job: producing energy. Now they know these tiny structures are more like delivery trucks zipping between cells, dropping off supplies or picking up garbage. This movement happens with help from three main h

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Apr 10 2026FINANCE

What's pulling tech stocks in opposite directions?

In recent weeks, stock market trends haven’t just reflected economic shifts—they’ve spotlighted a growing gap between technology sectors. While fancy hardware and AI-related companies have surged ahead, traditional software firms have stumbled. Even after a temporary pause in the Iran conflict, this

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Apr 10 2026CRIME

Inside the Strange Claims and Struggles in Athena Strand's Murder Case

During the third day of Tanner Horner’s trial, jurors heard some disturbing details about how a nine-year-old girl’s remains were found. Investigators tracked down clues that led them to Horner’s property—including clothes matching what Athena Strand wore when she disappeared, later discovered in hi

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Apr 09 2026SPORTS

Coastal High School Sports Awards: Winter Winners Coming Soon

The Coastal Empire High School Sports Awards, backed by Chatham Orthopaedic Associates, has released the nominees for player of the year in winter sports. These athletes will be celebrated during a live ceremony on June 5 at the Savannah Convention Center, where winners for each sport will be nam

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Apr 09 2026SPORTS

College Transfer Rules in Flux: A New Game Plan

The way college teams find new players is changing fast. Big schools are using a system called the transfer portal to bring in athletes who have already played at other colleges. The most famous example this season was the Michigan Wolverines, who won a national basketball title with five players th

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Apr 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Fashion’s Big Night: Who Lit Up the Red Carpet in LA?

The Fashion Trust US Awards are always a chance to see who’s wearing what, but the 2026 edition in Los Angeles stood out. The event wasn’t just about the winners—it was about the people walking in. A mix of Hollywood actors, singers, and public figures showed up to support American designers. Ego Nw

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Apr 09 2026HEALTH

Uncovering New Roles of CSF3R in Women's Health

Once known only for shaping white blood cells, a protein called CSF3R is now turning heads in unexpected areas of women’s health. Recent deep scans of tissues show this molecule pops up in ovaries, the uterus lining, the cervix, the placenta, and even some cancers. Instead of just controlling blood

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Apr 09 2026ENVIRONMENT

March heatwave wasn’t just hot—it shattered all records in the US

The continental United States just experienced a March that defied expectations in the worst way. Data shows this past month wasn’t just warm—it was the most unusually hot March in 132 years of tracking. The average temperature hit 50. 85°F, nearly 10 degrees above the usual March norm. For context,

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Apr 09 2026OPINION

Health care costs in Virginia: Who really pays the price?

Virginia's health care system is facing a quiet crisis, and most residents don't even realize the game being played with their wallets. Last year's major federal health law quietly handed corporations and wealthy shareholders huge tax breaks while leaving average families to foot the bill. The resul

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