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Apr 04 2026SPORTS

Cardinals Find Turf Home While Weather Hits Their Backyard

North Idaho College’s softball squad has been on a quest for a stable playing field, juggling venues from high‑school parks to the city’s own Memorial Field. This spring, a mix of mild temperatures and persistent rain forced the team to relocate their home games to an artificial turf field at the Ma

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Apr 04 2026SPORTS

Park City’s Parade of Winners: A Cheerful Return

In a lively street filled with cheers, athletes who represented the United States in Milan-Cortina 2026 were welcomed back to Park City. The crowd gathered on Main Street, waving flags and ringing cowbells as the athletes made their way down the closed‑off road. The parade was organized by a local s

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Apr 04 2026POLITICS

Community Voices: How Local Leaders Fight ICE Detentions

In El Paso, a city council member has pushed for a halt to new ICE facilities, arguing that federal agents should need warrants before entering city property. The motion also calls for a review of how much the town cooperates with immigration enforcement. Across the country, ICE has stepped up raid

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

Neighbors for a Better County

Lori Camp has stepped forward to run for the St. Joseph County Council in District E, aiming to bring a fresh voice that is practical and open. Her background is rooted in the community she calls home. A graduate of James Whitcomb Riley High School, she earned a degree in criminal justice from In

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Apr 03 2026BUSINESS

Farewell to a Waltham Favorite: The Federal’s Seven-Year Run Ends

Waltham’s dining scene just lost a staple after seven years. The Federal, a spot known for its seafood and steak, shut down recently citing steep costs that made staying open unsustainable. Opened in 2018, the restaurant called itself a seafood and chophouse, serving dishes like fresh oysters, crab

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Apr 02 2026EDUCATION

St. Xavier Secures 16‑Acre Campus for Future Growth

St. Xavier High School has bought a 16‑acre plot south of its current grounds for $7. 2 million, turning the former Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science site into a temporary office hub while its own buildings undergo renovation. The new location at 645 W. North Bend Road in Finneytown will host

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Apr 02 2026OPINION

City Park Golf Course: A Baton Rouge staple worth keeping

Baton Rouge has long been known for its community spaces that bring people together, and City Park Golf Course stands out as one of them. This course isn’t just about golf—it’s where many locals learned the game, practiced their swings, or enjoyed a quick nine holes after work. But as cities grow an

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Apr 01 2026POLITICS

Massive Money, Many Candidates: The Busy Race for the Sixth District

The race for the open seat in Massachusetts’ Sixth Congressional District is turning into a money‑heavy showdown. Candidates are pouring personal wealth and outside donations into their campaigns, creating a crowded field of hopefuls from every corner of the region. One standout is a former finance

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Mar 30 2026BUSINESS

Celebrating 15 Years Before the Final Pour

Copper Kettle Brewing, a beloved spot in Denver’s craft scene, has announced that it will close its doors on Saturday, June 27. The announcement came through the company’s social media feed and marked the end of a journey that began in April 2011. Founded by Jeremy Gobien and Kristen Kozik, the brew

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Mar 30 2026ENVIRONMENT

Turning old batteries into water cleaners: a surprising win for tech and the planet

Every year, billions of used alkaline batteries end up in landfills, leaking harmful metals like zinc and manganese. Instead of just chucking them away, scientists found a clever way to give these batteries a second job. They turned battery scrap into tiny particles that can purify dirty water under

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