William “Wilbur” Miller Barbour grew up in Middletown and later made a name for himself far beyond his hometown. After finishing high school there, he went on to study at Elizabethtown College and then pursued a career in social work. He joined the National Urban League, where he helped plan program
Disney is known for its family-friendly image, but behind the scenes, it has a strict policy when it comes to controversial behavior from its stars. Over the years, several celebrities have found themselves out of a job after their actions sparked outrage. Jimmy Kimmel, host of Jimmy Kimmel Live! ,
Disney has made history by becoming the first studio to hit the $1 billion mark worldwide in 2026, and they're not slowing down. With seven weeks already under their belt, the Mouse House is proving that they're still the king of the box office. But they're not the only ones making waves. Warner Br
Disney is using its biggest attractions to stir up housing markets across the U. S. When a theme park gets bigger, it brings more jobs, tourists and money into the area, which in turn pushes up house prices and encourages new rental projects. The company’s latest moves show how careful planning ca
Willy Nast, a resident of Ames, has taken a unique approach to true-crime storytelling. His podcast, "City of Lights, " focuses on the aftermath of a tragic event rather than the crime itself. The story begins in Aurora, Illinois, where Nast, then a 22-year-old creative writing student, knocked on t
Disney California Adventure is all set to welcome the Lunar New Year 2026 with a vibrant celebration from January 23 to February 22, 2026. The festivities kick off early, with the actual new year beginning on February 17. This year, the park is honoring the Year of the Horse with a variety of activi
William Foege, a towering figure in public health, passed away at 89. His contributions were immense, yet he remained humble. He led the charge against smallpox, a disease now eradicated thanks to human effort. Foege's work didn't stop there. He served as the director of the Centers for Disease Cont
William Foege, a towering figure in public health, passed away at his Atlanta home. He was 89. His work was crucial in wiping out smallpox in the 1970s, a massive win for global health. Later, he led the U. S. response to the early AIDS crisis as the head of the Centers for Disease Control and Preve
William & Mary has just opened a shiny new building for science and tech students. It's called the Integrated Science Center 4, and it's part of a bigger plan to boost research and learning. The building is a big deal because it's the first new school in 50 years! The new building is home to comput
Williams F1 Team has decided to skip the upcoming Barcelona Shakedown. This event is a chance for teams to test their new cars before the main pre-season testing in Bahrain. The shakedown runs from January 26 to 30 at the Circuit Barcelona-Catalunya. It offers extra track time to help teams adjust t
