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Jan 19 2026SPORTS

Vermont's Winter Sports Stars: Vote for Your Favorite Athletes!

Vermont's high school sports scene is heating up, and it's time for fans to have their say. The sixth round of voting for the Delta Dental Vermont Varsity Insider Athletes of the Week is now open. This initiative allows the public to vote for outstanding girls and boys athletes from various sports.

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Jan 19 2026SPORTS

Local High School Stars Shine Bright in Weekly Sports Showdown

Every week, a group of standout high school athletes from Southwest Florida get a chance to shine. These boys, from different schools and sports, are nominated by their coaches or schools. They are then put to a vote by readers. The winner gets some cool prizes, like a T-shirt and a tote bag. Last

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Jan 19 2026SPORTS

Monday's Sports Extravaganza: A Fan's Guide

Monday, January 19, is packed with sports action. College basketball fans can catch exciting games all day. Men's teams like Northeastern, Drexel, and Saint Joseph's are in action. Women's teams, including Ohio State, Michigan, and Notre Dame, are also playing. The day ends with the CFP National Cha

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Jan 19 2026SPORTS

Local High Schools Shine in Weekend Sports Showdown

The weekend was a big one for local high school sports. Basketball, swimming, and wrestling teams all had impressive wins. Basketball teams from Menasha showed their strength. The boys beat Luxemburg-Casco 66-59. Levi Miller was the top scorer with 21 points. The girls also won, defeating the same

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Jan 19 2026SPORTS

Paul Osaruyi: From International Courts to High School Hoops

Paul Osaruyi, a standout junior at Bella Vista Prep, has a unique basketball journey. He's not new to big stages, having played in the 2024 FIBA U-17 Basketball World Cup. There, he averaged six points and 6. 6 rebounds per game. His experience in international play has shaped his game. He notices a

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Jan 19 2026EDUCATION

A Leader's Mark: Sal Frias Gym Honors a Dedicated Educator

Sal Frias never sought fame when he entered the education field over two decades ago. His motivation was simple: he believed in students and the power of public schools. Frias thought, \"One caring adult can change a life. Everything I do is about serving students and supporting those who teach them

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Jan 19 2026EDUCATION

Springfield's Blueprint for Student Success: A Look at the Future

In Springfield, the school district is taking a fresh approach to education. Sonia Dinnall, the superintendent, is not just talking about improving student outcomes; she's taking action. She wants to build on past efforts, like the "Portrait of a Graduate" project, to help students succeed from pres

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Jan 18 2026SCIENCE

Progress Stories from Around the Globe

Around the world, things are getting better in surprising ways. Let's look at some cool examples. First, education is a big deal. A smart study showed that school has helped a lot of people get out of poverty. From 1980 to 2019, education made up about 45% of global economic growth. For the poorest

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Jan 18 2026SPORTS

Tall Dreams and Tiny Clubs: A High School Story

At St. Francis High School, two students are making waves in very different sports. Jaden Soong, a sophomore, is already a golf sensation. He won the CIF state golf championship as a freshman. People think he will play in the PGA Tour one day. Cherif Millogo, a junior, is a basketball star. He is v

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Trans Rights Rally: A Clash of Perspectives

In Washington DC, two groups faced off during a Supreme Court hearing on a case that could impact trans children's participation in school sports. Hundreds gathered to support trans rights, while another large group aimed to uphold laws banning trans youth from sports aligned with their gender ident

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