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May 25 2026EDUCATION

Kutztown High’s Tractor Day: Where Farm Life Meets School Pride

Every May, Kutztown High School turns into a mini farm show when students roll their tractors onto campus for Tractor Day. The event isn’t just about tractors—it’s a celebration of local farming culture, student achievement, and the school’s strong agriculture program. Most participants come from fa

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May 25 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A feast of flight soars over central Pennsylvania

Sunday brought a surprise to central Pennsylvania after Saturday’s air show was scrubbed for rain and clouds. Blue Angels pilots, known for their razor-sharp formations, rolled out of their hangars to thrill spectators who had waited an extra day. The sky became a stage for precise turns, tight loop

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May 25 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Kutztown University's Rock Ensemble shines in national music competition

Kutztown University's Rock Ensemble I just earned top honors in a major music contest—the 2026 DownBeat Student Music Awards, beating out college groups across the country in the Blues/Pop/Rock category. This isn’t a one-time win though. Over the past decade, KU’s commercial music program has claime

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May 23 2026SPORTS

Detroit gears up for racing and space adventures

The streets of downtown Detroit will buzz with speed and energy later this month as the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix hits town for another round. This marks the fourth time the event has taken over the city’s pavement, giving locals a chance to watch high-octane racing right where they live and work

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May 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Summer Fun in Downtown Minneapolis

Minneapolis is getting ready for a summer full of music, food and art. The city’s council has shared a schedule that stretches from June to August. Everyone can find something to enjoy, whether they like dancing, cooking or watching sports. The first day of the season starts on June 3 at The

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May 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Summer Events in Aspen: What’s On This Week?

This week in Aspen, there’s no shortage of fun ways to spend your evenings. On May 22, the Pitkin County Library kicks off the summer with a free party, complete with snacks and games for all ages. It’s a great way to meet others while diving into the summer reading challenge, which runs until early

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May 22 2026CRIME

Big gatherings, big changes: safer alumni events in Birmingham

Every summer, Birmingham schools buzz with alumni events, bringing together former students to catch up and celebrate. But some of these gatherings have turned dangerous, with shootings happening near schools and parks where events take place. Last year saw a serious injury when a woman was caught i

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May 22 2026EDUCATION

A Look Inside Cleveland's Titanic Artifact Show

The RMS Titanic still captures people's imagination over 100 years after its sinking. Some see it as a warning about human arrogance—for building a ship so big and speedy that it was called "unsinkable", only to sink on its first voyage in April 1912. Others focus on the human tragedy of around 1, 5

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May 20 2026LIFESTYLE

A Local Bar Gets a Fresh Makeover While Keeping Its Heart

The Idle Hour in Mount Morris wasn’t always a hotspot, but new owners Megan and Britton Brooks are changing that. Since buying the place in early 2024, they’ve given the back patio a glow-up, upgraded the stage for live music, and added more fun events like themed bingo nights and adult prom. But th

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May 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Cannes, New Orleans and Beyond: A Week of Star‑Powered Events

The entertainment world buzzed this week, with big names showing up at festivals, premieres and special celebrations across the globe. In France, actors Colman Domingo and Jeremy Pope were spotted at the Kering Women In Motion Awards held during the Cannes Film Festival, while British star David Oye

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