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
Maine is in a tough spot. The state is taking legal action against the federal government. The issue? Money for feeding kids and disabled adults is being held back. This is all because of a disagreement over transgender girls in high school sports. The state's top legal official filed a lawsuit. Th
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
The Federal Reserve Chair, Jerome Powell, has a unique fashion sense. He often wears purple ties. This might seem like a small detail, but it's actually quite significant. Powell's choice of tie color is a statement about his role and the Federal Reserve's independence. The Federal Reserve is suppo
Lori Vallow Daybell, a woman who has been dubbed the "doomsday mom, " is facing another legal battle. She is set to represent herself in a trial concerning the death of her fourth husband, Charles Vallow. This trial is happening in Arizona, the state where Charles Vallow was living when he was kille
Alex Ovechkin, a star player for the Washington Capitals, has done something amazing. He scored his 895th goal in the NHL, beating the record held by Wayne Gretzky for 31 years. This happened in a game against the New York Islanders. Ovechkin's goal came with just over 12 minutes left in the second
A young basketball sensation from Duke University is in a tough spot. Khaman Maluach, a freshman center for the Duke Blue Devils, might have to leave the country. This is because of a new rule from the State Department. The rule targets people from South Sudan who have visas to stay in the US. This
The World Trade Center Health Program got a lifeline. The program's boss, Dr. John Howard, was brought back after a big fuss. This program is crucial for the 9/11 first responders and survivors. It helps them get the medical care they need. Without it, many would struggle to get treatment for th
Pancreatic adenocarcinoma is a deadly cancer that is often caught too late. This is because it doesn't show clear signs early on and doctors don't have good tests to spot it early. But there's a new hope on the horizon. Researchers have found a way to use something called "junk DNA" to detect this c
Seniors who receive meals at home often face a mix of health and daily living challenges. These issues can lead to worsening health and even the need for long-term care. To tackle these problems, experts are looking into adding registered dietitian and occupational therapy services to home-delivered
