The city council is in a tough spot. They need to decide if Ogren Park should keep its natural grass or switch to artificial turf. This isn't just about looks. It's about money, upkeep, and how it affects the environment. Natural grass has its perks. It feels nice underfoot and looks pretty. But it
A recent snowstorm left its mark on Portage, causing more than just slippery roads. The city got 9 inches of snow, which meant a lot of work for the snowplows. They had to drive 2, 800 miles to clear the streets. One big problem was cars parked on the streets. The city has a rule: when 2 or more in
Dollywood is a popular theme park with over 50 rides and attractions. However, when the temperature drops, some of these rides may close. This is because certain rides have specific temperature limits. For example, Big Bear Mountain, Wild Eagle, Lightning Rod, and FireChaser Express will close if th
Parkinson's disease is a tough condition. It slowly destroys brain cells that produce dopamine, a chemical that helps control movement. Right now, there's no cure. Treatments only help with symptoms and can cause problems over time. Enter Lingjiao Gouteng decoction, a traditional Chinese medicine.
In a recent legal showdown, a California court backed Santa Rosa's plan to sell a downtown parking garage. The case, which started nearly three years ago, was all about whether the city followed the rules in declaring the garage as surplus property. The garage, known as Garage 5, is located on Thir
Worcester is in for a snowy surprise this week. The National Weather Service has warned of the city's first winter storm, set to hit on Tuesday, December 2. This storm could dump up to 7 inches of snow, making it a significant event for the season's start. The snow is expected to start falling befo
Southern Wisconsin is in for a snowy weekend, with many towns and cities calling for snow emergencies. This means no parking on streets, so people need to find other spots for their cars. In Beloit, the snow emergency starts Saturday afternoon and ends Sunday noon. If you leave your car on the stre
Forest Acres is getting a major upgrade to Citadel Park. The park will be closed from December 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026. This is to fix the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. The storm took down many trees and left the park in bad shape. The city chose to close the park in winter. This way, fewer
In Clermont-Ferrand, France, Michelin has opened a huge new space called the Michelin Innovation Park. It's a big deal because it's all about making transportation greener and smarter. The park is built on the site of Michelin's old factory, which is pretty cool because it mixes old and new stuff. T
Starting next year, foreign visitors to some of the most famous U. S. national parks will have to pay more. The National Park Service has announced that international tourists will be charged an extra $100 to enter popular parks like Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, and Yosemite. This change is part of a
