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Apr 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Song That Talks About Hope and Hard Times

Lee Brice’s new track starts with a simple idea that grew into something bigger. A friend told him about a title, “When the Kingdom Comes, ” and both he and his wife Sara felt it was right. They waited a year and a half, then one night Lee had a sudden burst of inspiration. He knew the chor

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Apr 11 2026CELEBRITIES

Masters Weekend Celeb Parade

The famous Augusta golf course has become a hotspot for well‑known faces this year. During the 90th Masters, fans saw a mix of athletes and entertainers walking the fairways. One highlight was comedian Kevin Hart, who stepped behind the scenes as a caddy for Bryson DeChambeau during the Par‑3

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Apr 11 2026HEALTH

Nurses Who Win: A Boost for Hospitals and Patients

When a nurse is honored with an award, the ripple effect spreads through the hospital. Fellow staff notice the success and feel encouraged to try fresh ideas that could improve care. These recognitions give nurses a stronger sense of purpose, tying their daily work to the larger aim of better health

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Apr 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Storm Cuts Off Midnight DJ Set at Coachella

The first night of the popular music festival ended early for one act when sudden gusts forced a last‑minute change. An Italian‑American DJ, part of the popular duo Tale of Us, was scheduled to take the main stage at 12:00 a. m. after Sabrina Carpenter had finished her set. At about 12:17 a. m

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Apr 11 2026BUSINESS

Reeves Cake Shop: A Sweet Farewell After Half a Century

The final chapter of Reeves Cake Shop begins this December, ending 50 years of baking that started in 1976. The family bakery, long a local favorite, will close when the children of founder Dolores Reeves reach retirement age. Dolores, 93, began her culinary journey at the tender age of twelve in

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Apr 11 2026SCIENCE

NASA’s Real‑Life TIE Fighters: From Ion Engines to Light‑Speed Dreams

NASA’s space programs and the Star Wars universe share more than a fan base. The TIE fighter, famous for its sleek twin‑engine design and blue ion trails, actually reflects technologies NASA has tested. The name “TIE” is short for Twin Ion Engines, a concept that first appeared in 1990s jet‑propulsi

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Apr 11 2026ENVIRONMENT

Bats, Bonds and Better Budgets

A new study shows that the way local governments borrow money could help keep bats alive and improve county finances. When a fungal disease called white‑nose syndrome killed many North American bats, farmers lost an inexpensive natural pest controller. Without the insects that bats eat, farms

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Apr 11 2026BUSINESS

New Mexican Food Spot Set to Open in Medford

A new Mexican grill will soon open its second branch on 495 Riverside Ave. in Medford’s Wellington area, taking over a former Smashburger site that shut down last January after more than ten years. The owners, led by Marycela Rodenzo, have secured a Common Victualler License from the city council, w

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Apr 11 2026BUSINESS

Kuku Smith’s Battle to Keep Her Beauty Store Alive

Kuku Smith stands outside her shop on Georgia Avenue, holding up T‑shirts that cost $25 each. The owner of a small beauty supply store that opened in 2019 is fighting an eviction notice while trying to keep her business running. She says the pandemic hit hard because she had just started and was

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Arkansas Pushes for Less Federal Control Over Schools

Arkansan leaders want to cut back on rules set by the U. S. Department of Education, saying they block progress in local schools. They have asked parents and teachers to share their thoughts by May 7 before sending three requests for special permission. The move comes as the federal agency is shrink

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