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Dec 14 2025FINANCE

States Take Charge: A New Era in Consumer Finance Regulation

States are stepping up their game in the world of consumer finance. For a long time, Washington, D. C. was the main hub for enforcing rules in this area. But now, state attorneys general, banking departments, and legislatures are taking on more responsibility. This shift is changing the regulatory l

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Dec 12 2025WEATHER

Western Washington Faces Ongoing Flood and Landslide Challenges

Western Washington is still dealing with serious flooding and landslide risks. The good news is that everyone who had to leave their homes can now go back. But the Riverwalk Trail is still shut down. Officials in Puyallup say it will take a while to fix the damage there. Leavenworth, a town famous

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Nov 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI in Mental Health: States Step Up Where Federal Falls Short

States are making their own rules for AI in mental health. This is happening because the federal government hasn't set clear guidelines yet. But there's a problem: mental health experts aren't always involved in making these rules. This could lead to laws that don't really help people. AI is moving

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Oct 23 2025SPORTS

Western Carolina's Quarterback: A Force to Reckon With

Western Carolina's quarterback, Taron Dickens, has been on fire since his return from a three-game suspension. He's leading the Catamounts to big wins, and his stats are impressive. In just four games, he's thrown for over 1, 600 yards and 17 touchdowns without any interceptions. His completion rate

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Oct 22 2025SPORTS

A Thrilling Showdown: Western Carolina Outplays The Citadel

Western Carolina's quarterback, Taron Dickens, showcased his prowess on the field, throwing for an impressive 369 yards and five touchdowns. This stellar performance led his team to a narrow 45-38 victory over The Citadel, witnessed by a crowd of 9, 151 at Johnson Hagood Stadium on October 18. Dick

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Oct 20 2025SPORTS

Western Carolina's Taron Dickens Shines in High-Scoring Showdown

Western Carolina's quarterback, Taron Dickens, put on a spectacular performance, throwing for 369 yards and five touchdowns. His precise passing, with 28 completions out of 33 attempts, was a key factor in the team's victory over The Citadel, with a final score of 45-38. The game was intense, with

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Oct 17 2025SPORTS

The Quarterback Who Changed the Game

Western Carolina's football team has seen a big turnaround this season. They started with three losses, but since their star quarterback, Taron Dickens, came back, they've won four games in a row. Dickens is a key player for the team. He's not just good; he's amazing. He can throw the ball really fa

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Sep 16 2025HEALTH

States Take Action Against Ultraprocessed Foods: A New Push for Healthier Diets

States are taking steps to limit ultraprocessed foods, driven by a new push from the Department of Health and Human Services under Robert F. Kennedy Jr. This movement, part of the “Make America Healthy Again” initiative, aims to address what Kennedy calls a childhood chronic disease crisis. The focu

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Jul 01 2025WEATHER

Europe Feels the Heat: Is This the New Normal?

Western Europe is facing a brutal heat wave. Spain just set a new June record with temperatures hitting 46 degrees Celsius. That's hotter than a summer day in many places. The heat is so intense that health officials have issued red alerts. They're telling people to stay inside during the hottest pa

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May 15 2025WEATHER

Stormy Weather Ahead: What to Expect in Western Wisconsin

Western Wisconsin is about to experience a shift in weather patterns. After a period of summer-like conditions and a lack of rain, a new storm system is on the way. This system is expected to bring a mix of low-level moisture, instability, and wind shear, all of which are ingredients for severe weat

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