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Mar 28 2026LIFESTYLE

Life on the Trail: Simple Joys From an Alaskan Bike Ride

Two friends pedal through Alaska’s winter wilderness with little more than bikes, snacks, and a plan. The journey started in Fairbanks when the temperature barely climbed above 0°F. Loaded with gear, they rode east on a packed trail, then turned onto a smooth bike path leading past the university. S

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Mar 18 2026POLITICS

Alaska’s New Home: How Ukrainian Families Are Shaping the State

The first wave of Ukrainian refugees arrived in Alaska almost four years ago, fleeing a war that had left millions homeless. From the start, the state acted quickly to open its doors and welcome these newcomers. Volunteers from churches, businesses, nonprofits, and local governments came together to

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Mar 15 2026EDUCATION

New Outdoor Learning Hub Opens for Arkansas Tech Students

Arkansas Tech University is expanding its hands‑on teaching options with a fresh outdoor program. A former graduate has donated $50, 000 to create a fund that will help students pay for trips to Crooked Creek Ranch, a 500‑acre site near Yellville. The ranch sits next to the Arkansas Game and Fish Co

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Mar 13 2026SPORTS

Court Switch Shakes Up Big 12 Semifinals

Kansas won its quarterfinal match with a narrow 78‑73 score, and the Big 12 Conference made a surprise decision afterward: the tournament’s hardwood will change for Friday’s semifinals. The league said that after talking with coaches from the remaining teams, they chose a traditional wooden floor to

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Feb 10 2026SPORTS

Crowd Noise Turns the Tide in Kansas vs Arizona Game

The Wildcats’ first Big 12 outing at Allen Fieldhouse left Arizona players and coach Tommy Lloyd stunned by how loud the Kansas crowd could be. Motiejus Krivas, who had sat on the bench because of a foot injury, finally got to play in Kansas’ 82‑78 win. He described the arena as “crazy” and said

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Feb 10 2026POLITICS

Arkansas Boosts Maternal Care with $40M Federal Grant

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has secured a $40 million federal contribution aimed at reducing the state’s alarming infant and maternal death rates. The money arrives through a new appropriations act approved by Congress last month and signed into law on February 3rd. UAMS w

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Jan 28 2026CELEBRITIES

Ye's New Album: A Journey Through Struggles and Art

Ye, the artist once known as Kanye West, has announced that his new album, Bully, will hit the shelves on March 20. This is his 12th studio album, and it's coming out under a new deal with Gamma, an independent music company. The album has been in the works for over three years, with Ye even releasi

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Jan 27 2026CELEBRITIES

Kanye West's Journey with Mental Health: Understanding Bipolar Disorder

Kanye West, known as Ye, has openly discussed his struggles with mental health, particularly his diagnosis of bipolar type-1 disorder. In 2018, he revealed his diagnosis through his album "Ye, " with the cover art reading, "I hate being Bi-Polar, it's awesome. " This revelation came after he was hos

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Jan 26 2026CELEBRITIES

Kanye West's Journey Through Mental Health Struggles and Public Apologies

Kanye West, the renowned artist, has recently shared a heartfelt apology in the Wall Street Journal, shedding light on his mental health battles. He revealed that in early 2025, he experienced a severe four-month manic episode, which he described as a period of psychotic, paranoid, and impulsive beh

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Jan 25 2026WEATHER

Shivering Through the Night: Kansas' Chilliest Spots in Winter Storm

Kansas faced a harsh winter storm on Saturday, Jan. 24, with a Winter Weather Advisory covering the entire state. Snow piled up, and temperatures dropped significantly. The National Weather Service monitored these conditions, noting that all weather stations in Kansas reported negative apparent temp

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