REP KIMBERLYN KING

Apr 13 2026HEALTH

Wild animals acting oddly in southern New Mexico parks prompt safety alerts

Reports from catron county describe bobcats and foxes moving toward people rather than fleeing – a red flag since such bold behavior often signals sickness in the wild. No bites occurred in the two incidents, but staff worry the animals may carry rabies after a bobcat in nearby Sierra county tested

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Apr 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Thrill Parks Born: Kings Dominion and Busch Gardens Hit the Ground Running

Kings Dominion and Busch Gardens both opened their gates in May 1975, marking a new era for amusement parks in the United States. The two parks were built on different ideas: Kings Dominion aimed to become a large, multi‑theme park in Virginia, while Busch Gardens focused on blending rides with b

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Empty Ships, Full Claims: What’s Really Happening with U. S. Oil Tankers?

Reports say a fleet of massive oil tankers—some of the biggest in the world—are sailing toward America, but they’re traveling empty. President Trump suggested this is a smart move, claiming these ships are on their way to collect the country’s top-tier oil and gas. He even argued that the U. S. now

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Mar 26 2026SPORTS

Kingston Flemings: From a Tough Start to Leading the Houston Cougars

Kingston Flemings grew up in San Antonio, Texas, after being born in Newport News, Virginia. A scary accident when he was a child left him with serious injuries but did not stop his life. After getting better, he became more outgoing and energetic. He tried many sports, but basketball caugh

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

U. S. Congressman Says Trump Will Keep Fighting Iran Over Oil

Rep. Austin Scott, a Republican from Georgia, told a news show that he believes President Trump will not back down from the war with Iran. He said the fight started because Iran keeps enriching uranium and that the U. S. must keep up its military actions. Scott is on two important House committees:

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Mar 12 2026POLITICS

House Republicans Struggle to Unite Over Affordable Living Bill

Republicans in the House are trying to pass a big bill that would lower costs for families before November elections. They want the plan to stand out from Democrats, hoping voters will reward them for tackling everyday expenses. The party holds a narrow 218‑214 majority, so any new law needs almo

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Jan 17 2026POLITICS

Money Talks: Texas Senator Candidate's Surprising Donors

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, a Texas Democrat with a fiery reputation, is making waves in her U. S. Senate run. What's surprising is where her campaign cash is coming from. Big names in tech and crypto, usually seen backing Republicans, are opening their wallets for her. Marc Andreessen, a tech billionai

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Jan 15 2026SPORTS

Kingston's Winter Sports Fest: A Fun Look at Local History

Kingston is getting ready for a fun-filled winter sports event. The Springer Market Square will be the place to be. It's all about celebrating sports and the city's history. The Downtown Kingston Business Improvement Area (BIA) is behind this event. They want to make it a hit for everyone. First up

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Jan 15 2026POLITICS

Making Kingston a Place for Everyone

Kingston has been making strides in becoming more accessible. But there is still a long way to go. A city councillor, who has a child with a disability, understands these challenges firsthand. They know what it's like to face barriers that many people don't even notice. When this councillor joined

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Jan 10 2026POLITICS

GOP Lawmakers Break Ranks: A Shift in Republican Unity

Republicans are starting to stand up to Trump. This is a big deal because they usually go along with whatever he says. They are focusing on important issues like health care and housing. But Trump is still in charge of most of the party. Trump has been busy with lots of different things. He wants t

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