BRAD SCHIMEL

Nov 27 2025SPORTS

Thanksgiving Football: A Modern Tradition

Thanksgiving is a time for family, food, and football. The NFL has been a part of this holiday since the 1920s, with the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys playing on Thanksgiving Day almost every year. The Lions started this tradition in 1934. They were a new team and needed to fill their stadium. George Richards, the team owner, had a clever idea. He decided to host...

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Nov 27 2025SPORTS

Detroit vs. Green Bay: A Must-Watch NFL Showdown on Thanksgiving

The Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers are set to clash on Thanksgiving Day, 2025, in a game that could shake up the NFC North division. Both teams are fighting for a top spot, with the Packers holding a 7-3-1 record and the Lions close behind at 7-4. The Chicago Bears are leading the division, but with tough games ahead, every win counts, especially within the divi...

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Nov 27 2025CRIME

Protecting Epstein's Victims: A Call for Better Safeguards

A recent release of documents by the House Oversight Committee has caused significant distress among alleged victims of Jeffrey Epstein. The files contained unredacted names and personal information of dozens of victims, including minors at the time of the abuse. This oversight has raised serious concerns about the government's ability to protect the privacy and safe...

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Nov 27 2025POLITICS

New York City's Climate Investment Dilemma

New York City is at a crossroads. The outgoing city comptroller, Brad Lander, is pushing for a major shift in how the city's pension funds are managed. He wants to move away from BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, due to concerns about climate change. This is a big deal because BlackRock manages a huge chunk of the city's retirement money, about $42. 3 bil...

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Nov 27 2025SPORTS

Local Stars Shine in Football and Volleyball Honors

In the world of high school sports, local athletes have been making waves. The All-Three Rivers Conference Mississippi Division team has recognized some standout players. From Hall High School, seniors Braden Curran and Aiden Redcliff made the cut, with Redcliff also earning a spot as a first-team linebacker. Princeton High School's Casey Etheridge was another unanim...

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Nov 27 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Who Danced on DWTS and Left Us Too Soon

Dancing with the Stars has been a popular show for over 20 years. It's known for its glitz, glamour, and sometimes heartbreaking moments. Sadly, several former contestants have passed away, leaving fans with memories of their time on the show. One of the most recent losses was Len Goodman, a beloved judge who retired in 2023. He passed away after a battle with bone ...

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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

Georgia's Big Legal Move: Trump's Case Dismissed

In a surprising turn of events, a Georgia prosecutor recently decided to drop a major legal case against former President Donald Trump and his associates. This case was all about claims that Trump tried to change the results of the 2020 presidential election in Georgia. The charges were serious, including racketeering, which is usually seen in organized crime cases. ...

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Nov 26 2025FINANCE

New York City Takes a Stand on Climate Change

New York City's top financial official wants to cut ties with a major investment firm. Brad Lander, the city's comptroller, is pushing for a big change. He wants three city pension funds to stop using BlackRock. This is because of BlackRock's lack of strong climate action plans. BlackRock manages a huge amount of money for the city. We're talking about $42. 3 billio...

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Nov 26 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Pennsylvania Wins Big with HBO's Task Season 2

Pennsylvania is making a big deal out of HBO's crime drama "Task. " The state just gave the show a huge tax credit of $49. 8 million. This is the biggest tax credit Pennsylvania has ever given to a single production. The show's star, Mark Ruffalo, will be back for the second season. This investment is expected to create around 3, 700 jobs. HBO plans to spend $194. 1...

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Nov 25 2025EDUCATION

Utah's Higher Education: Building a Stronger Future

Utah's higher education system is making big moves to prepare students for the future. The Utah Board of Higher Education has been working hard to make college more affordable and accessible. They are also focusing on programs that will help students get good jobs after graduation. One of the biggest changes in 2025 was the implementation of House Bill 265. This bil...

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