A growing number of House Republicans are choosing to leave their congressional seats to run for governor. This trend is notable, with 10 Republicans currently seeking gubernatorial positions, the highest number from either party since 1974. Many of these lawmakers believe they can have a greater im
A familiar face in Jackson County's education scene is getting ready to say goodbye. Kevin Oxley, the superintendent of the Jackson County Intermediate School District, has decided to retire after working in schools for a long time. He made the announcement in December, saying he plans to step down
Burlington is stepping up to help those in need during the coldest time of the year. A special shelter will open on Christmas Eve to protect people from the extreme cold. This isn't just any shelter; it's a place where everyone is welcome, no matter their situation. Pets are even allowed to stay wit
People often think of pollution as a problem that is hard to solve. But what if there was a way to use the very nature of pollution to clean it up? This is where liquid-liquid phase separation (LLPS) comes in. It's a process where molecules group together in a way that can be used to capture and man
Measles has made an unwelcome visit to Boston. A traveler from Texas, carrying the virus, spent time in the city and nearby Westborough over a few days in December. This person flew into Logan Airport on December 11th and left on the 12th, staying at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Westborough dur
Pope Leo XIV is making some big changes to how Christmas is celebrated at the Vatican. He's bringing back old traditions that haven't been seen in years. One of these is the Christmas Day Mass in St. Peter's Basilica, which hasn't happened since 1994. This Mass will take place on December 25th at 10
In recent years, the debate over the Ten Commandments in public schools has heated up. Several states have tried to make it mandatory to display these religious principles in classrooms. Texas, Louisiana, and Arkansas have already passed laws to this effect, but these laws have faced legal challenge
Travis Kelce's time with the Kansas City Chiefs is a hot topic. His brother, Jason, recently sparked retirement rumors. Now, head coach Andy Reid is adding fuel to the fire. Reid admitted he hasn't discussed Kelce's future with him. This leaves fans wondering if Kelce's final home game was against t
The Supreme Court recently made a big decision. They said President Trump can't just send the National Guard to Chicago to help federal immigration agents. The court ruled that Trump didn't have the legal power to do this. This decision was a big loss for Trump. He believed he could send troops to
As people get older, their eyesight often changes. This is called presbyopia. It happens because the lens inside the eye becomes stiff. This makes it hard to see things up close. It's a normal part of aging. But there are ways to manage it. First, there are glasses and contact lenses. These help pe
