The Greater Portage Chamber of Commerce has a new executive director, Jerry Czarnecki. He is eager to boost membership by enhancing services for local businesses. He sees the chamber as a partner to businesses, advocating for their needs and promoting their success. This includes sharing members' up
The cost of playing Mega Millions has gone up. Now, it's $5 instead of $2. This change started with the latest draws. The goal? To bring in more money and offer bigger jackpots. The odds of winning the jackpot have improved slightly, from 1 in 303 million to 1 in 290 million. This is a small improve
A female fencer made headlines when she refused to compete against a transgender opponent. Stephanie Turner took a stand by kneeling during a match, protesting against facing Redmond Sullivan. Her actions led to a black card, the harshest penalty in the sport, resulting in immediate disqualification
Ken Kendrick has made a name for himself in both the business and sports worlds. He's the mastermind behind the Arizona Diamondbacks, a Major League Baseball team. But his journey didn't start on the baseball field. Born in the small town of Princeton, West Virginia, Kendrick earned a degree in busi
The stage is set for an epic showdown in college basketball. On Monday, the Florida Gators and the Houston Cougars will battle it out for the national championship title. This isn't just any game; it's a historic matchup, the first time since 2008 that two top-seeded teams face off in the finals. T
A recent policy change by the U. S. government has put South Sudanese students, including a star basketball player, in a tough spot. The U. S. government has decided to cancel all visas for South Sudanese citizens. This decision came after the South Sudanese government failed to take back its citize
Two regional airlines are joining forces. Republic Airways and Mesa Air Group are merging. This move will create a larger airline with more planes to serve various routes. The exact financial details of this merger are not public yet. The two airlines have a lot in common. They both started in the
Severe weather is a fact of life in Minnesota. Every year, the state experiences a range of weather events that can be dangerous if not properly prepared for. This year, from April 7 to 11, there is a special week dedicated to helping people understand and stay safe during these events. Each day foc
Ramadan's fasting schedule can throw a wrench into training routines, especially for young soccer players. During this month, many athletes scale back on training to keep their fitness levels steady and avoid injuries. This is where neuromuscular training (NMT) comes into play. It's a type of traini
Politicians in the US often dismiss climate change. They have a hard time hearing scientists' solutions. Scientists know a lot about climate change. But they struggle to reach politicians. The main issue is not finding answers. It is about getting politicians to listen. There is plenty of research
