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Jun 03 2026EDUCATION

New Rules Could Shut Down Most Art Schools

A new rule from the federal government could force nearly half of all graduate art programs like painting, music, and theater to close. Schools would lose access to student loans if their graduates earn less than typical young workers with just a bachelor’s degree. These programs have four years to

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Jun 03 2026EDUCATION

School workers face tough choices as budget cuts loom in Maryland district

Over 400 school jobs in Montgomery County, Maryland, could vanish when officials vote on Thursday. The cuts follow a budget dispute where county leaders approved only a small fraction of the school system’s funding request. Among those at risk is Kate Heald, a college and career advisor at Bethesda

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Jun 03 2026BUSINESS

A Tech Company Changing How Students Get Their Books and Supplies

Many colleges struggle to help students get textbooks and supplies before classes start. Different systems—bookstores, publishers, and websites—often don’t work together well. A company called BibliU thinks it has a simpler way. The company just raised $55 million from investors like BlackRock. It

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Jun 03 2026EDUCATION

Minnie Bruce Pratt: Influences and Impact Beyond Her Time

Minnie Bruce Pratt left a lasting mark on literature and social movements from 1946 until her passing in 2023. Though often remembered for her writing, her influence stretched further—into classrooms, activist circles, and public discussions about identity and justice. A special collection of work r

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Jun 02 2026SPORTS

Carlos Alcaraz Turns a Wrist Injury into a Training Advantage

A young Spanish star, Carlos Alcaraz, is showing how a setback can become a clever training trick. After hurting his right wrist, he started practicing with his left hand on the court. The move is called “cross‑education. ” It means that working one side of the body can help the other side.

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Jun 02 2026ENVIRONMENT

Discover Outdoor Adventures in Northwest Arkansas

The Ponca Nature Center on Arkansas 43 offers a free geology lesson at 1:30 p. m. on Wednesdays, letting kids and adults explore the state’s rock layers through hands‑on activities. A bass fishing contest for veterans starts at 5:45 a. m. Saturday in Prairie Creek Park; teams pay $80 before Thurs

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Jun 02 2026EDUCATION

Skin signs that tell more than meets the eye

TV dramas often show doctors missing obvious clues. In one episode, a patient’s rash appears days before fever and confusion set in. The team focuses on the confusion and forgets to check the skin. Only when the detective work catches up does someone notice the tiny purple spots—late clues to a dead

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Jun 02 2026HEALTH

Simple skincare habits to teach young people

Many families struggle to know which skincare advice to trust online. A lot of videos and posts push trendy products with bright packaging or flashy claims. Experts say the best approach is to ignore the noise and focus on what really matters: gentle care that matches a young person's skin type. Pa

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Jun 02 2026POLITICS

Michigan should think twice before joining a new tax credit program for schools

Michigan has a long history of rejecting school vouchers, and this new federal program could be another way to bypass public education. Instead of directly funding private schools through vouchers, this plan offers tax credits to people who donate to groups that hand out scholarships. But here’s the

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Jun 02 2026EDUCATION

A closer look at Marlboro County’s school budget troubles

Marlboro County’s school system has hit rough financial waters for years, and now state leaders want complete control. A recent state review uncovered serious money mismanagement in the Bennettsville-based district, including possible misuse of public funds. Earlier this year, the state stepped in b

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