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Mar 05 2026BUSINESS

Local Print Shop Wins City Award for Community Spirit

A small print shop that started in a garage has earned recognition from city officials for its positive impact on the town. The business, known as The Hairy Ant, was given a “Spirit of St. Charles Award” at the February 2 city council meeting. The award highlights how local companies can help a comm

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Mar 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Hollywood’s New Home: Filming Comes Back to LA

The upcoming Fox reboot of “Baywatch” will be one of the few big‑budget shows that actually shoots on the West Coast this year. Its scenes will be filmed along Venice Beach and inside Fox Studios, a sharp contrast to the trend of productions moving away from Los Angeles. The shift is part of a larg

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Mar 05 2026POLITICS

A High‑School Hero Steps into the Capitol

Jax Birth, a senior from Ardmore High School, spent a week in the Oklahoma House of Representatives during the second session of the 60th Legislature. The opportunity was arranged by Representative Tammy Townley, who welcomed him as a page and offered the student a front‑row view of state politics.

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Mar 05 2026SCIENCE

Early Signals of Bone Damage from Steroid Drugs in Rats

Scientists studied how a common steroid, prednisolone, affects bone health in young rats. They looked at three blood markers that show how fast bones build and break down: a protein from new bone, another marker of bone strength, and one that signals bone loss. The team also checked the bones with d

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Mar 04 2026SPORTS

Mobile Arena’s Half‑Way Milestone and the New Hockey Team Reveal

The Mobile Arena is halfway finished, with a big beam lifted to the top of the frame in a ceremony that marked 50 % completion. City officials, builders and the arena’s future manager from Colorado signed a beam to celebrate this progress. The mayor said the structure is now a “catalyst” for jobs, t

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Mar 04 2026SPORTS

Golden Goals, Quiet Cheers

The United States won both men’s and women’s Olympic hockey titles in a surprising double triumph that had the country buzzing. When the teams returned home, they were ready to celebrate without any political drama. Yet the first moments after the medals seemed likely to turn into a mix of pol

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Mar 03 2026FINANCE

Microchip Maker’s Bold Price Target

A tech investor recently announced a striking view about Micron Technology’s future stock value. The claim is simple: the share price could hit $1, 000 under certain conditions or a different set of circumstances. The speaker’s stance is personal and not backed by any corporate tie‑in, stressing tha

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Mar 03 2026SPORTS

Future Stars: What the 2026 NFL Draft Could Look Like

The 2026 draft is almost here, and CBS Sports has flipped its mock to reflect new trends after the combine. The biggest change is a trade that would move the Buffalo Bills into the top ten to grab a new wide‑receiver. The Bills want more weapons for Josh Allen after criticism of their offense las

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Mar 03 2026BUSINESS

Skimping on Sweetness: The Hidden Cost of Cheap Chocolate

A few years ago, a popular podcast noticed companies cutting corners on their products as costs rose. They coined “skimpflation” to describe this trend: lowering quality instead of raising prices. The term resurfaced when a famous candy brand released new mini‑heart sweets that disappointed fans. B

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Mar 03 2026EDUCATION

Community Fun Day: Schools, Businesses and Kids Come Together

RSU 22 Education Foundation plans a free family gathering on Saturday, March 21, from 10 a. m. to 2 p. m. , held at Hampden Academy on Western Ave. The event will showcase local businesses, student projects and community resources in a relaxed setting. The highlight is the Kids Carnival, created by

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