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Mar 31 2026POLITICS

Why Harry Potter fans don't need to pick sides

The upcoming Harry Potter series on HBO has sparked more than just excitement about magic and fantasy. It’s also brought old debates back into the spotlight—this time about who gets to decide what’s "ethical" to watch. Some critics argue that because J. K. Rowling, the creator of the series, holds c

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Mar 31 2026SPORTS

Watching Braves Games in South Carolina Just Got Easier

Baseball fans in South Carolina have a great way to catch the Atlanta Braves this season without paying for cable. Thanks to a deal between the team and Gray Media, 25 regular-season games will air for free on local stations like Palmetto Sports & Entertainment and WIS. No subscription needed—just a

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Mar 31 2026EDUCATION

Northern Nevada’s Push to Train the Next Generation of Aviation Workers

The aviation industry in Northern Nevada isn’t just about planes taking off and landing. It’s about the people behind every flight, drone delivery, and piece of equipment that keeps the skies moving. With major companies like Boeing and Airbus expecting steady growth over the next two decades, the r

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Mar 30 2026ENVIRONMENT

Zookeepers, Conservationists and the New Role of Zoos

Zoos have long been a point of debate. Some people see them as cruel, others view them as important for saving species. The picture is more complex than it first appears. Recent changes in many zoos have shifted their focus from simply displaying animals to actively protecting endangered species.

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Mar 30 2026SPORTS

Season Kick‑Off: Local Athletes Shine

The first week of spring sports in Shawnee County has already seen some impressive performances. Weather conditions have warmed, and teams are stepping onto the field with fresh energy. Voters are invited to choose this week’s standout player, as announced by Envista Federal Credit Union. Nominatio

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Mar 30 2026POLITICS

New Jersey Hikes Bets and Taxes for World Cup Safety

New Jersey lawmakers are looking at raising money from sports betting to cover extra security for the World Cup. A Senate budget leader has drafted a bill that would add a 10 percent tax on the money casinos earn from online bets during the tournament. The extra charge would last until August 10. T

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Mar 30 2026BUSINESS

Celebrating 15 Years Before the Final Pour

Copper Kettle Brewing, a beloved spot in Denver’s craft scene, has announced that it will close its doors on Saturday, June 27. The announcement came through the company’s social media feed and marked the end of a journey that began in April 2011. Founded by Jeremy Gobien and Kristen Kozik, the brew

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Mar 30 2026BUSINESS

U. S. Companies Take Big Loans for New Equipment

U. S. firms borrowed over 14% more money in February than they did a year ago to buy new equipment. The jump comes from a sharp rise in borrowing through independent lenders and financiers. A trade group that watches the $1 trillion equipment‑finance market released the data after surveying 25

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Mar 30 2026RELIGION

Clergy Resilience: How Feeling Strong Helps Avoid Burnout

A small survey of 123 church leaders in Wales looked at how confident they feel about bouncing back from stress and whether that confidence protects them against getting burnt out. Researchers used a short questionnaire to gauge resilience, then checked the leaders’ energy levels and job satisfactio

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Mar 30 2026RELIGION

War and Faith: A Call for Peace

Pope Leo XIV opened his first Palm Sunday sermon by warning that many leaders use religion to justify fighting. He spoke to the crowd in St. Peter’s Square about Christians who are trapped in wars in places like the Middle East and Ukraine. The pope called Jesus “King of Peace” and said that no one

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