SEASONAL CHANGES

Jun 04 2026WEATHER

A Quick Weather Check for New England This Weekend

This weekend in New England will feel like a classic spring flip-flop—sunny and warm one day, then damp and cooler the next. Friday looks like the star of the weekend, with most spots hitting the high 80s or near 90. But don’t expect the coast to join the party. Places like Cape Cod and the islands

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Jun 02 2026WEATHER

Summer kicks off with dry skies in Detroit area

Summer weather is arriving early this year in Metro Detroit, depending on who you ask. Weather experts split the season two ways. The astronomical version starts June 21 when the sun sits highest in the sky and days last longest. But meteorologists use June 1 as the trigger since it lines up neatly

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Jan 19 2026HEALTH

Weathering Winter's Emotional Weight

Winter brings more than just cold weather; it can also bring a sense of heaviness that's hard to describe. This feeling might show up as waking up tired, feeling less motivated, or pulling back from social plans. It's not uncommon to notice a dip in mood, patience, or energy as the days stay short a

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Oct 18 2025WEATHER

Knoxville's Winter Preview: What to Expect in 2025-26

Winter is creeping closer to East Tennessee. The leaves are falling, and mornings are getting chillier. But how cold will it get? And when might we see snow? First, let's talk about frost. The National Weather Service says the average first frost hits Knoxville around October 24. But don't expect f

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Nov 30 2024ENVIRONMENT

The Daily Lives of African Genets: How Seasons and Competition Affect Their Nightly Routines

Ever wondered what keeps African genets busy at night? Two types of genets, the small-spotted and Cape genets, were studied to find out how seasons and competition affect their nightly activities. These tiny carnivores live in the same area but have slightly different habits. Scientists tracked them

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

Duluth's September Heatwave: What's Going On?

Ever felt like summer just doesn't want to end? That's exactly what's happening in Duluth this September. Temperatures are still soaring, and we're not talking about average summer heat either. We've been enjoying temperatures that are a whopping fifteen degrees above the usual! You might be thinki

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