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Mar 20 2026OPINION

A Costly Trade‑off for “Green” Power

The state’s push to protect the environment has turned into a bargain that hurts both nature and wallets. Solar farms, which cover huge acres of land, often sit on fields that could grow food or support wildlife. In winter the sun is weak, so these panels produce only a fraction of their rated

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Mar 20 2026BUSINESS

New Name, Same Spirit: How a Lafayette Group is Turning Good Vibes Into Bigger Community Events

The story begins with Gus Rezende, a Brazilian who settled in Acadiana and grew a hospitality business that now includes popular spots like Central Pizza and Tropical Smoothie. With his long‑time partner B. J. Crist, the team launched a series of beloved festivals such as Sugar Jam and the Acadiana

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Mar 20 2026POLITICS

School Board Race Stays Unchanged After Recount

The election for the Forsyth County Board of Education ended without any shift in results, even after a formal recount was carried out. Both candidates had their votes tallied again by the county clerk’s office, and the final numbers matched those from the initial count. This means that the ca

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Mar 20 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Who Turned a Year Older on March 20

Spike Lee celebrated his 69th birthday, a milestone that comes after decades of filmmaking and a long‑time loyalty to the New York Knicks since 1985. Holly Hunter, now 68, added another year to her career while also playing a Federation captain on “Star Trek: Starfleet Academy. ” Model Kathy I

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Mar 20 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Fame: A Quick Blink in the Digital Age

The idea that a star’s glory lasts only fifteen minutes is old news, yet it still feels true when we look at today’s pop culture. People who once ruled the airwaves now juggle TikTok dances, podcast shows, and even AI‑generated performances after death. Fame is no longer a single flash; it’s a serie

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Mar 20 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrity Height Match‑Ups: Tall vs. Short

Celebrities often spark curiosity when their heights are compared, and a quick visual list can be surprisingly entertaining. The first pairing that many fans notice is the striking contrast between a 7‑foot‑1‑inch basketball legend and a gymnast standing at just 4‑feet‑8‑inches. Other familiar

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Mar 20 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Sleep Secrets: What Stars Really Use

Celebrities often talk about their bedtime rituals, but the real question is: what products do they actually use? A few famous names share their favorites, and many of these items are now on sale. First up is a set of bamboo sheets that Oprah has called “the softest ever. ” They stay cool and

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Mar 20 2026CRYPTO

Digital Money Is Now a Must‑Have for Finance Companies

Financial leaders around the world are saying that offering digital money solutions is no longer optional. In a recent survey of more than 1, 000 firms—including banks, asset managers, fintechs and corporates—72 percent agreed that businesses must provide digital asset services to stay competitive.

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Mar 20 2026CRYPTO

Payment‑First APIs Let Bots Buy Crypto Data

The new Zerion API now works with the x402 protocol, a way for AI agents to pay for blockchain data just like people do. When an agent calls the API, it sends a tiny USDC fee on Base – a Layer‑2 network built by Coinbase – and immediately receives organized information about wallets, DeFi positions,

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Mar 20 2026FINANCE

Secrets About Money That Hurt Relationships

Money problems can make love feel shaky. When someone hides a big surprise, it often creates doubt and fights. Financial mysteries show up in many ways: a hidden inheritance that nobody knows about, unpaid credit cards that only surface after a wedding. Even everyday choices can turn secret. A

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