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Oct 18 2025ENVIRONMENT

Why Fall Cleanup Might Not Be So Clean for Nature

When the weather gets cooler, many people start cleaning up their yards. They cut back plants and remove leaves. They think they are doing the right thing. But is this really good for nature? Leaving plants and leaves alone can help insects and small animals survive the winter. These creatures need

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Oct 18 2025EDUCATION

Teachers and School District at Odds Over Contract Talks

In a recent turn of events, the Bellwood-Antis School District and the Bellwood-Antis Education Association couldn't see eye to eye on a new teachers' contract. The talks went on for nearly four hours, but no deal was made. The union said the district was late to the game and dropped a verbal offer

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Oct 18 2025LIFESTYLE

Rain Boots That Are Perfect for Wet Weather

Rainy days are here, and it's time to think about keeping your feet dry and comfy. The Chooka Waterproof Chelsea Rain Boots are a hot item right now. They are not just good-looking but also super practical. These boots are made to keep water out and have a soft fake fur inside to keep your feet warm

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Oct 18 2025WEATHER

Alabama's Late-Night Weather Surprise: What to Expect

Alabama is in for a stormy night, with severe weather on the horizon. The National Weather Service has issued a heads-up for damaging winds, heavy rain, and even a possible tornado. The western part of the state is expected to bear the brunt of these storms, with the threat easing as you move eastwa

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Oct 18 2025CRIME

Halloween Fun in the Face of Fear: Meadowview's Community Spirit Shines

In the Meadowview neighborhood, Halloween turned into a mix of fear and fun. Just a day after a man was shot and killed right outside the community center, kids were laughing and playing inside. The center turned into a spooky haunted house, with witches and monsters around every corner. After the s

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Oct 18 2025HEALTH

How Parents' Behavior Affects Kids' School Stress

Parents play a big role in how stressed their kids feel about school. A study looked at how moms and dads influence middle school students' physical exhaustion from schoolwork. It found that when both parents are on the same page, kids feel less stressed. But when one parent is strict and the other

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Oct 18 2025BUSINESS

Unseen Risks: How Factoring is Shaking Up Auto-Parts Makers

The sudden downfall of First Brands has put a spotlight on factoring, a type of supply chain finance that's not always clear to see. Investors are now taking a closer look at auto-parts manufacturers, wondering if more companies in this industry could be at risk. The worry? These companies might be

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Oct 18 2025SPORTS

Medina's Plan for a New Sports Haven

Medina is looking to upgrade its recreation center. The city wants to build a new indoor sports area. This new space would be a turf field house. It would be added to the Medina Community Recreation Center. The idea is to ease crowding at the current field house. This is especially important during

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Oct 18 2025HEALTH

Smart Blood Tests Cut Down on Unnecessary Treatments for Liver Patients

Liver problems can make blood clotting tricky. Doctors often give blood products to patients before putting in a special tube for treatment. But is this always needed? A new study looked at two groups of patients. One group had a special blood test called ROTEM before getting the tube. The other gr

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Oct 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

Facebook's AI: A New Way to Edit Your Unshared Photos

Facebook is rolling out a new feature that lets its AI suggest edits for photos on your phone that you haven't shared yet. This is happening in the U. S. and Canada. Users can choose to let Facebook's AI analyze their camera roll and suggest edits. These suggestions can be for collages, recaps, AI r

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