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Jan 28 2026EDUCATION

McHenry County's Creative Future: Scholarships for Aspiring Artists

High school seniors in McHenry County with a passion for the arts have a chance to shine and earn some cash for college. The Woodstock Fine Arts Association is offering scholarships to those who plan to continue their artistic journey after graduation. This isn't just about the money, though. It's a

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Jan 26 2026WEATHER

Michigan's Winter Weather: What's Happening Where?

Michigan is dealing with a snowstorm that's been going on since Sunday night and will last until Monday morning. This isn't just any snowfall; it's enough to make travel tricky and dangerous. So, what's the deal with all these weather alerts? Most of Southeast Michigan is under a Winter Weather Adv

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Jan 23 2026CRIME

Drugs, Violence, and the UK's County Lines: A Closer Look

The UK's drug scene is a complex web. It's not just about the drugs themselves. It's also about the violence that comes with it. This violence isn't just random. It's tied to the drug market. It's tied to the way drugs are sold and controlled. In the UK, one big issue is something called "County Li

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Jan 19 2026WEATHER

Southeast Michigan Braces for Snowy Monday

Southeast Michigan is in for a chilly Monday. Snow and strong winds are expected to sweep through the region. A Winter Weather Advisory is in place for all of Southeast Michigan. It will last until Tuesday morning. This means snow showers and blowing snow will mix with freezing temperatures on Marti

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Jan 06 2026HEALTH

Bird Flu Found in Local Chickens

Bird flu has shown up in a small chicken group in Franklin County. This news came out on Tuesday from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services. The specific type of bird flu, called High Path Avian Influenza (HPAI), is very contagious among birds. However, it poses a low risk

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Dec 29 2025HEALTH

Boulder Community Health: Putting Community First

Boulder Community Health (BCH) is a hospital that's been around for a long time. It's been serving the area since 1922. It's the only hospital in Boulder and a big health care provider in Boulder County. BCH is a nonprofit, which means it doesn't have shareholders. Instead, the community is its focu

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Dec 19 2025BUSINESS

Lancaster County Bridge: Your Chance to Speak Up!

A bridge in Lancaster County is getting a makeover, and officials want to hear what you think. The bridge on Quarry Road/Bushong Road, which crosses the Conestoga River, is set for repairs in 2027. This bridge, built back in 1952, is 285 feet long and 24 feet wide. The plan is to keep the old steel

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Dec 16 2025WEATHER

Western Washington Braces for More Rain and Possible Flooding

Heavy rains are back in western Washington, and with them comes a flood watch for a big chunk of the region. This isn't just a drizzle; we're talking about a serious weather situation that could cause some serious trouble. The National Weather Service (NWS) put out the flood watch early Monday morn

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Dec 15 2025WEATHER

Snowstorm Leaves New Jersey Towns Buried

New Jersey recently experienced a significant winter storm that left a notable impact on several counties. The storm brought substantial snowfall, with some areas receiving up to 8 inches or more. The highest accumulations were observed in Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, Somerset, and Sussex cou

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Dec 12 2025CRIME

Tech Trickery: The Microsoft Gold Scam Uncovered

In a recent court case, a man was handed a sentence for his role in a deceptive scheme involving Microsoft's gold certification. This wasn't just any scam; it was a clever plot that tricked many people out of their hard-earned money. The man in question promised victims big returns if they invested

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