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May 29 2026SPORTS

A New Spin on a Rising Tennis Star

Nishesh Basavareddy grew up in the United States, but his story is rooted in family values that began long before he stepped onto a tennis court. His parents, who left Andhra Pradesh in 1999, brought with them a strong work ethic and humility that shaped Nishesh from the start. These lessons taught

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May 29 2026RELIGION

Summer Faith‑Fueled Events Line Up in Baton Rouge

The Fourth District Missionary Baptist Association is set to hold its yearly Christian Education Congress from June 8‑11. The gathering will explore a “Generational Blueprint for Christian Education, ” drawing inspiration from Deuteronomy 4:10. Worship will kick off at six in the evening on Monday,

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May 29 2026EDUCATION

Learning Without Limits: How a Montessori School Shapes Curious Kids

Olympic View Montessori in Edmonds, Washington, shows a different way to teach. The school’s owner and director says the key idea is to see each child as a unique learner, not just a number on a test. Instead of pushing everyone to hit the same age‑based milestones, the classroom changes to fit wher

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May 29 2026EDUCATION

Nichols College steps in as Anna Maria shuts down

A big fire science school in New England recently found a new home after its original college decided to close down. Anna Maria College had been running the region’s largest fire science program for decades. But when the college announced it would shut its doors after 80 years, students and staff ne

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May 29 2026EDUCATION

School budget cuts hit Wadsworth classrooms hard after voters say no to new taxes

Wadsworth’s public schools are making big changes this fall after voters rejected a tax increase that would have helped balance the budget. Instead of new money, the district is cutting 33 jobs, raising class sizes, and even talking about making some kids ride the bus to different schools. The vote

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May 29 2026OPINION

Who Pays What? Rethinking America’s Tax System for Working Families

Many hardworking Americans are barely keeping their heads above water financially. About two-thirds live from one paycheck to the next, and most worry constantly about money. Teachers, childcare workers, and others who shape young lives often earn so little that saving for emergencies or retirement

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May 29 2026HEALTH

How Future Doctors Learn About Hidden Chemical Dangers

Every year, chemicals in our air, water, and everyday products quietly damage health. Studies show one in four long-term illnesses ties back to these hidden threats. In France, officials decided doctors needed better tools to spot and explain these risks. A new online course rolled out in 2024 aimed

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May 29 2026EDUCATION

Foundation Steps Up to Save Adaptive PE Program After Budget Cuts Threaten Disabled Students

Last spring, Napa Valley College made tough budget decisions that cut a program over 40 years old, serving more than 200 students with disabilities each semester. The adaptive physical education program gave disabled students and older adults a place to exercise safely using special equipment design

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May 28 2026POLITICS

Arkansas Pushes for Less Federal Rules in Schools

Arkansas wants to change some federal rules that guide its public schools. The state says these rules slow down progress for students and make it hard to use money wisely. In April, the state’s education department sent a letter to the U. S. Department of Education asking for three special permissi

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May 28 2026ENVIRONMENT

Scholarship Honoring a Fallen Warden

The Maine Trappers Association has set up a new scholarship named after former warden pilot Joshua Tibbetts, who lost his life in a tragic aircraft accident on May 12 near Avon. The award was launched through the association’s newly created nonprofit, the MTA Outdoor Learning Foundation, and involve

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