Four years ago, three freshmen named Lexie Buis, Camryn Stecken, and Tessa Krull stepped onto the softball field for Seneca High School. By this spring, they weren’t just teammates—they were the heart of the team. Their journey ended last weekend in the state championship with a tough 3-1 loss to Ca
In parts of Spain and Italy, towns are being pushed to recycle food waste separately, but how well they do depends on more than just good intentions. A study looked at over a decade of data from towns in Catalonia and Italy, checking how much food waste each person recycled every year. It found that
The United States has long relied on a system that keeps national and local governments in check. This balance meant the federal government handled big‑picture issues while states managed everyday matters that needed local knowledge. The idea, set out by Madison in the 18th century, was simple: keep
In Alaska, two state agencies—Health and Family Services—have the power to check on psychiatric hospitals every year. They can also investigate complaints from patients or their families. This setup sounds like a promise to protect people who are sick with mental illness. The law also says that pat
Last week, several Orange County food spots had to close their doors temporarily after health inspectors found serious problems. Most issues were related to pest control, like cockroaches and rodents, which are major red flags in food safety. A breakfast buffet in Anaheim had to shut down for a day
For years, the Central Coast’s ranch and winery properties were seen as retirement dreams or weekend getaways for a small group of buyers. But something changed during the pandemic. Remote work gave people the freedom to leave crowded cities behind. What started as a temporary escape turned into a p
France and some European friends are quietly putting together a list of people to punish for recent violence in the West Bank. These aren't big dramatic moves—just freezing bank accounts and banning certain people from traveling. The catch? Each country might pick different names, so no single world
A new study looked at mothers who had normal iron levels during pregnancy and how that affected the babies they carried. Researchers measured a protein called ferritin, which shows how much iron is stored in the body, at different points in each trimester. They wanted to see if having too much iron
The next two weeks are packed with opportunities for anyone interested in buying, selling, or networking in real estate. A free session on June 13 at Greer’s Main Street will walk attendees through budgeting, credit tips, and inspection expectations while serving coffee. Just a couple of days later,
After COVID-19, many states cut back on tools used to fight outbreaks. Laws in over half the states now make it harder to declare emergencies. Some states even need lawmakers to approve health orders. This slows down responses when diseases spread fast. Staff cuts and funding drops weakened health
