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Jun 23 2026SPORTS

Why Most Kids Drop Sports—and How Some Programs Are Fixing It

Around age 13, most kids hang up their cleats for good. Nearly seven in ten stop playing organized sports by then, and research shows two big systems are failing them: schools and youth leagues. Schools have slashed gym class over the last twenty years—cutting recess and PE time to focus on test sco

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Jun 14 2026EDUCATION

Arkansas Teachers: A Closer Look at Satisfaction and Stability

Education headlines often paint teachers as burnt‑out and desperate for change, but a fresh view of Arkansas’s workforce tells a different story. Surveys carried out across the state show that nearly nine out of ten teachers feel happy and successful in their roles, and most plan to stay at the s

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Apr 07 2025HEALTH

Why Home Care Cooperatives Keep Their Workers Happy

Home care workers (HCWs) play a vital role in helping elderly individuals live independently. However, the job is tough. Many HCWs face poor working conditions, frequent job changes, and a constant shortage of workers. This is where home care cooperatives come in. These are businesses run by the HCW

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