TRAC

Advertisement
Oct 18 2025EDUCATION

Teachers and School District at Odds Over Contract Talks

In a recent turn of events, the Bellwood-Antis School District and the Bellwood-Antis Education Association couldn't see eye to eye on a new teachers' contract. The talks went on for nearly four hours, but no deal was made. The union said the district was late to the game and dropped a verbal offer

reading time less than a minute
Oct 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

Smartwatch Steal: Galaxy Watch Ultra (2024) Drops to Under $400

The Galaxy Watch Ultra (2024) has just become a whole lot more appealing. With a massive $250 discount, this smartwatch is now within reach for many. Originally priced around $650, the current deal brings it down to just under $400. It's still not cheap, but for what you get, it's a steal. This sma

reading time less than a minute
Oct 18 2025SPORTS

Talladega's Wild Ride: Weather, Speed, and NASCAR Drama

Talladega Superspeedway is known for its thrilling races and unpredictable weather. This weekend, the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs are in full swing, and the track's 2. 66-mile asphalt tri-oval is ready to push cars to their limits. But the weather might just steal the show. Rain is a big concern for

reading time less than a minute
Oct 18 2025LIFESTYLE

Sarasota's Hidden Gems: Where Locals Love to Explore

Sarasota is not just a tourist hotspot; it's a place where locals can enjoy a variety of experiences, from outdoor adventures to cultural events. With cooler weather setting in, it's the perfect time to explore some of the best spots in the area before the tourist season kicks into high gear. One o

reading time less than a minute
Oct 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

Reebok Jumps into Smart Fitness Gear with New Ring

Reebok has recently stepped into the health tech world. They introduced their first smart ring and teamed up with F45 Training worldwide. The smart ring is a tool to monitor workouts, recovery, and overall health. It costs $249 and tracks various health metrics. These include activities, heart rate,

reading time less than a minute
Oct 16 2025SPORTS

Guardians Lose Defensive Guru Kai Correa to Mets

The Cleveland Guardians are facing a big change this offseason. Kai Correa, their defensive coordinator, has left to join the New York Mets as their bench coach. Correa played a huge role in making the Guardians one of the best defensive teams in baseball. He brought new ideas and drills to the team

reading time less than a minute
Oct 14 2025TECHNOLOGY

Fitbit Versa 4: A Smartwatch That Keeps Up with Your Life

The Fitbit Versa 4 is making waves, and for good reason. It's not just a smartwatch; it's a fitness partner that fits right into your daily grind. One user, who's tried a bunch of smartwatches, including the Apple Watch, says the Versa 4 is their top pick. Why? It's simple, elegant, and packed with

reading time less than a minute
Oct 12 2025SCIENCE

Differences in Atractylodes Species: A Closer Look at Their Polysaccharides

Atractylodes plants, known for their medicinal uses, have three main species: Atractylodes lancea (AL), A. chinensis (AC), and A. macrocephala (AM). These plants have different types of sugars, called polysaccharides, which play a big role in their medicinal properties. Scientists looked at these su

reading time less than a minute
Oct 05 2025SPORTS

Minnesota Wild Secures Key Player with Filip Gustavsson Deal

The Minnesota Wild are making moves to keep their team strong. They are close to signing their starting goalie, Filip Gustavsson, to a new contract. This comes after they recently signed star player Kirill Kaprizov to a huge deal worth $136 million over eight years. Gustavsson, who is 27 years old,

reading time less than a minute
Sep 25 2025SPORTS

Liverpool's Midfield Marvel: Why Gravenberch Deserves a Big New Deal

Liverpool is thinking about giving Ryan Gravenberch a new contract. This makes sense because he has become a key player for the team. Even though Liverpool spent a lot of money on new players this summer, Gravenberch has stayed important. He has been playing well and helping the team win games. Gra

reading time less than a minute