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Mar 03 2026HEALTH

Spartanburg’s Measles Surge: Why Low Vaccines Matter

A modern school in Spartanburg, South Carolina, houses about 600 students from a vibrant Slavic community. Only one‑fifth of its pupils have received the measles vaccine, a record low for public schools in the state. On October 8, officials announced that this school was one of just two in the co

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Mar 03 2026EDUCATION

Community Fun Day: Schools, Businesses and Kids Come Together

RSU 22 Education Foundation plans a free family gathering on Saturday, March 21, from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m. , held at Hampden Academy on Western Ave. The event will showcase local businesses, student projects and community resources in a relaxed setting. The highlight is the Kids Carnival, created by

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Mar 03 2026OPINION

Wildlife Matters More Than Politics

The fall in crime rates has nothing to do with any political party. The data shows a clear decline, and it is important for people to look at the facts before blaming one side or another. In Colorado, some folks still blame Democrats for everything that goes wrong, but the numbers say otherwise.

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Mar 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Thriller Partnership Fires Up

The Dazey Phase, a New York‑based company that handles production, sales and distribution, has teamed up with Bahamian filmmaker Kareem J. Mortimer on his next psychological thriller called House On Fire. The collaboration brings together Jake Casey, co‑head of Dazey Phase, who will also serve as a

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Mar 03 2026SPORTS

Commanders Pay $1 Million to Washington After Fan‑Deception Lawsuit

The Washington Commanders have agreed to give the District of Columbia $1 million after a lawsuit from 2022 accused them of lying to fans about investigations into sexual misconduct and a toxic workplace. The case began in late 2021 when the team’s former owner, Karl Racine, used consumer‑protect

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions: A Reality Check

Iran has a sizable amount of uranium that could, in theory, be turned into bombs. But turning that material into a functioning weapon requires far more than the raw fuel. The country’s main enrichment plants, Natanz and Fordow, were hit hard in 2025. The damage is still there and rebuilding would ta

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Mar 03 2026ENVIRONMENT

Funding for Green Scholars in Ohio

The Ohio Association of Litter Prevention and Recycling Professionals is now accepting entries for its yearly C. R. Meyers Scholarship, which hands out a $1, 000 grant to students studying environmental science or education. The group works statewide to train and lead people who manage solid wast

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Mar 03 2026EDUCATION

Winners Announced for the Year’s Awards

A new list of winners has just been revealed, and everyone who follows the event is excited. The announcement came from a local source that has been covering the awards for years, and it includes all of the important details. The winners were named during a small ceremony that was held in the tow

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

War Plans Unveiled: How Decisions Shifted the Balance

In a quiet meeting on February 11, Israel’s leader met with the U. S. president to keep plans for an attack on Iran alive. The two had been talking secretly about striking the Iranian nuclear program, but new talks were starting between Washington and Tehran. The Israeli official wanted to make sure

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Mar 03 2026BUSINESS

New Costco Coming to Montgomery County

A big change is on the way for residents in East County. A new Costco store will open inside a large development called VIVA White Oak. The warehouse will cover about 162, 000 square feet and will be the first big store in a project that spans 280 acres. The site sits close to the Food and Drug Admi

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