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Oct 26 2025POLITICS

Big Money Moves: Trump's Ballroom Dreams

President Donald Trump has a new project in mind. He wants to build a fancy ballroom at the White House. The price tag? A whopping $300 million. That's a lot of money. So, who's footing the bill? Trump's team is reaching out to old friends and allies. Meredith O'Rourke is leading the charge. She's the former campaign finance director. Now, she's knocking on doors in...

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Oct 26 2025LIFESTYLE

Keeping Up with Good Causes: A Call for Local News Spotlight

Local nonprofits in Maine have always been the backbone of community support. They work tirelessly to raise funds and provide essential social services. However, recent federal budget cuts have hit these organizations hard, making their fundraising efforts even more crucial. In the past, a popular newspaper feature called "Society Notebook" played a big role in supp...

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Oct 26 2025POLITICS

Big Money Moves: Trump's Ballroom Dream

In a surprising twist, former President Donald Trump is on a mission to build a lavish $300 million ballroom at the White House. This isn't just any construction project; it's a full-blown political campaign, complete with a dedicated fundraising team. Leading the charge is Meredith O'Rourke, who previously managed Trump's campaign finances. She's been busy networki...

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Oct 25 2025POLITICS

The Big Spend on a Big Room: Trump's White House Project

A huge new ballroom is being added to the White House. It's a massive 90, 000-square-foot space that cost a lot of money to build. The East Wing had to be torn down to make room for it. There's talk that the ballroom might be named after the current president. The president has a habit of putting his name on buildings. So, it's not surprising that people are already...

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Oct 24 2025POLITICS

White House Seeks More Cash for Ballroom as East Wing Bites the Dust

The White House is on the hunt for more cash to build a massive ballroom. The project, which was initially estimated to cost $200 million, has now ballooned to $300 million. The East Wing, which housed offices for the first lady and other staff, is currently being demolished to make way for the new addition. This has sparked outrage from Democrats and others who are ...

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Oct 20 2025CELEBRITIES

A Mother's Light Fades: Stacey Hatfield's Sudden Passing

Stacey Hatfield, a well-known Australian advocate for toxin-free living, has left the world too soon. Her husband, Nathan Warnecke, shared the devastating news on Instagram. Stacey passed away on September 29, 2025, following a rare complication after giving birth to their son, Axel, at home. Nathan described Stacey as his "light" and highlighted her accomplishments...

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Oct 19 2025POLITICS

Money Talks: Longmont's City Council Race Heats Up with Big Donations

In the race for Longmont's City Council seats, money is flowing in fast. With just two weeks left before Election Day, candidates have raised over $70, 000. This cash comes from different places, like personal loans, gifts, and donations from individuals and groups. Susie Hidalgo-Fahring is leading the pack for mayor. She has raised over $11, 000, with most coming f...

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Sep 01 2025CRIME

A Father's Last Adventure Turns Tragic

A family is left shattered after a thrilling weekend outing turned into a nightmare. Marcus Ragland, a 34-year-old adventurous soul from north Georgia, lost his life in an ATV accident at the Indian Mountain ATV Park in Alabama. His mother, Felicia Towers, is still in shock, struggling to accept that her son won't be walking through the door again. "He loved life and...

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Aug 30 2025SPORTS

Brothers Set a New Rowing Record Across the Pacific

Three brothers from Scotland have achieved something amazing. They rowed across the Pacific Ocean in just 139 days. This is a new world record for the fastest unsupported row from South America to Australia. The brothers, Jamie, Ewan, and Lachlan Maclean, started their journey in Peru and ended in Cairns, Australia. They rowed over 9, 000 miles without any stops. Th...

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Aug 26 2025SPORTS

A Brutal Attack in the Wrestling Ring: What Happened and Why It Matters

A shocking incident occurred at a wrestling event in Sun Valley, California. A fighter named Raja Jackson, son of ex-UFC champion Rampage Jackson, attacked another wrestler, Syko Stu, during a match. The attack happened after the match ended, with Stu lying motionless on the mat. Raja Jackson slid into the ring and started punching Stu repeatedly, even when he was no...

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