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Feb 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Charleston’s Wildlife Festival Brings Art, Adventure and Conservation Together

The city of Charleston has opened its doors to a three‑day celebration that mixes art, outdoor fun and wildlife learning. From February 13th to 15th, downtown spaces such as The Charleston Place, Brittlebank Park and the Gaillard Center will host a gathering that has grown from a small local event i

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Feb 13 2026SPORTS

Rain Threats the Big India‑Pakistan Showdown

The upcoming match between India and Pakistan at R Premedasa Stadium in Colombo is a headline event of the 2026 T20 World Cup. Fans and teams alike are hoping for a clear day, but the weather forecast paints a different picture. The city has been battling rain this month, and several warm‑up games w

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Feb 13 2026WEATHER

Sunny Days Ahead in Minnesota

The weekend is shaping up to be a warm one for many parts of the state. Friday will bring mild temperatures, especially in the southern regions and the Twin Cities area. Residents can expect daytime highs reaching the upper 40s, with a chance of touching the 50s as Saturday arrives. In northern Min

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

Scott County Rejects New Power Plant Rules

The county board made a surprising decision to reject the proposed ordinance that would have regulated new power plant developments. The vote was close, with a few members favoring the restriction and others opposing it. Those in favor argued that the ordinance would protect local air quality, limit

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Feb 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

Hidden Smoke: Why Roseland Still Feels Uncertain

The blast at Smitty’s Supply in August left the Roseland community breathing heavy fumes and feeling unsure about what lay behind the soot that settled on their roofs. The fire was followed by a long period of cleanup and repeated assurances from officials that there was no immediate danger, but the

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Feb 13 2026EDUCATION

Learning the Coast at Fort Ross

The coast of Sonoma County is a living classroom. Fort Ross, inside the Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary, turns this shoreline into a place where people can see, study and help protect marine life. A team called the Fort Ross Conservancy runs a Coastal Academy that offers two main pr

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

New Orleans Moves Fast: A Fresh Start for the City

The mayor and her team are already making changes that people want. They fixed street lights in the East, made sure the police budget is fully paid, and began a new streets program in Tremé. These moves show that the city cares about improving neighborhoods. Yet outside the city, national politics

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Feb 13 2026CRIME

Older Minds: How Age Changes the Test for Hidden Truths

The world is getting older, and with that shift comes a new challenge for tools used to spot deception. One such tool is the Concealed Information Test, or CIT, which relies on tiny changes in skin sweat, heartbeats and breathing to show whether someone remembers a crime detail. In Japan, where many

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Feb 13 2026SPORTS

Playful Ideas for Sports All-Star Games

The idea of splitting teams in big sports shows is not new. A league may divide its stars by a quirky rule, such as matching last names to letters of the alphabet. Some fans see this as a fun twist; others worry it could hurt competition or create confusion. Other sports have tried unusual twists t

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Feb 13 2026SPORTS

Penn State Faces Ohio State in Big Wrestling Showdown

The Nittany Lions are set to meet Ohio State, the nation’s top team, on Friday night at Bryce Jordan Center. The match will be shown on Big Ten Network and starts at 7 p. m. Penn State’s wrestling squad has finished the season undefeated, boasting a 13‑0 record and 7‑0 in conference play. Ohio Stat

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