WESTERN INVESTORS

Apr 17 2026FINANCE

Small tech fund gives investors a shortcut to AI profits

Investors looking to cash in on AI’s rise often face a tough choice: buy early-stage startups at sky-high prices or wait for a safer public stock to climb. One fund, BlackRock’s Science and Technology Term Trust, offers a middle path. It holds a mix of fast-growing tech names—including a tiny slice

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Apr 17 2026FINANCE

Why These Three Big Stocks Matter Right Now

Investors often rely on loud voices in finance to guide their choices. Among those voices, one analyst keeps spotlighting three major companies—Nike, Amazon, and Nvidia—each facing very different challenges and opportunities. The real question isn't just why they’re relevant today, but whether their

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Mar 16 2026SPORTS

High‑School Stars Shine in Western North Carolina

Western North Carolina high schools are buzzing after a week of exciting sports. Students and fans alike can now vote for the top female athlete who delivered an outstanding performance last week. The voting deadline is Thursday noon. The winner of last week’s spot was Lilly Lossiah from Cherokee,

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Mar 12 2026BUSINESS

Stock Picks That Might Be Worthy in 2026

Investors often look for companies that keep bringing in steady cash through subscriptions. A few big names are now trading lower than usual, making them possible bargains for those who want to start small. Three of these are Adobe, ServiceNow and Netflix. Adobe is known for its creative tools that

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Feb 14 2026CRYPTO

Big Moves: Crypto Stocks Get a Boost

Investors are showing a lot of interest in crypto-related stocks. Ark Invest, a company known for its bold moves, recently spent $18 million on these types of stocks. This included buying shares in Bullish, a crypto exchange, for the tenth day in a row. They also invested in Robinhood, a trading pla

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Feb 13 2026WEATHER

Eugene-Springfield: Bracing for a Chilly Surprise

Western Oregon, including Eugene and Springfield, might see a rare snow event next week. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a forecast that includes the possibility of freezing temperatures and light snowfall from February 16 to February 18. This weather pattern is expected to bring a mix

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Jan 27 2026FINANCE

Crypto's Ups and Downs: Why Investors Are Turning to Gold

Investors are shifting their money from crypto to gold and silver. This move could slow down the crypto market's recovery. Over the past 10 days, the total value of stablecoins has dropped by $2. 24 billion. This decline suggests that people are pulling their money out of crypto and putting it into

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Jan 27 2026WEATHER

Chilly Days Ahead: What's in Store for Western North Carolina?

Western North Carolina is still feeling the chill after a big winter storm. The National Weather Service says it's not over yet. They warn of very cold wind chills. These can drop as low as -19 degrees. That's dangerous. Frostbite can happen quickly. So can frozen pipes. People need to be careful.

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Jan 23 2026FINANCE

Diversifying Your Portfolio: Bitcoin and Gold Team Up to Fight Inflation

Investors now have a new tool to protect their money from inflation. A recent fund combines Bitcoin and gold, aiming to shield wealth from the declining value of currencies like the U. S. dollar. This fund, called the Bitwise Proficio Currency Debasement ETF, started trading on the NYSE under the t

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Jan 16 2026FINANCE

Small Stocks Get a Boost as Investors Shift Focus

Investors are starting to move their money away from big tech companies. They are putting it into smaller companies instead. This is called the great rotation. It is a big change in the stock market. Big tech companies have been very popular for a long time. They have grown a lot. But now, investor

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