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Mar 14 2026EDUCATION

Science Olympiad Draws 60 Teams to Grand Valley for Regional Showdown

Grand Valley State University will welcome more than 50 middle and high school teams on March 21 for the Region 12 Science Olympiad competition. The event, held at the university’s Valley Campus in Allendale, will pit students from Kent, Ottawa and Muskegon counties against one another in 47 STEM

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Mar 14 2026POLITICS

Nations Lose a Climate Lab: What Happens When Research Is Sold

A big science centre in Colorado is under threat. The government wants to shut it down, hand its work over to colleges and businesses, give up its planes, and sell the land. The place, known for studying weather and climate, was founded in 1960. It runs a giant super‑computer called Derecho th

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Mar 14 2026WEATHER

Storms and Snow: A Quick Look at Sunday’s Weather in Chicago

A sudden shift in weather is expected for the Chicago region, with strong thunderstorms and powerful winds likely to hit parts of the city on Sunday. The Storm Prediction Center has flagged most of the area as a “marginal” threat, while some counties near Kankakee and Will face a slightly higher ris

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Mar 13 2026SPORTS

Brackets in Motion: How the 2026 NCAA Picks Are Shifting

The path to March Madness is tightening as the last conference tournaments finish. Teams that were once on the bubble are now in the spotlight, and the top seeds may change depending on a few key games. The NCAA uses an advanced system called NET Rankings to decide who gets in and where they sit on

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Mar 13 2026SPORTS

Kentucky vs Florida: A Third‑Time Showdown

Kentucky’s basketball team is back in the spotlight as it faces Florida once more, this time for a spot in the SEC Tournament semifinals. The Gators have already beaten the Wildcats twice this season, so many fans wonder if fatigue or past experience will tilt the balance. Kentucky has had a hard ro

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Mar 13 2026SPORTS

Ravens’ Medical Check Turns Trade on Its Head

The Baltimore Ravens pulled back a deal that had moved defensive lineman Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders, citing concerns raised during a medical evaluation. The trade had been announced earlier in the week, with Baltimore offering first‑round draft picks for 2026 and 2027. But a second look

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Mar 13 2026HEALTH

Heartburn Revisited: What Really Causes the Burning Feel

Heartburn is common, but many people still think it’s just too much stomach acid. In reality, the problem is often a mix of diet, weight, and how our bodies digest food. People who feel the burn after meals usually turn to antacids for a quick fix, but these pills can mask deeper issues. Recent s

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Mar 13 2026CELEBRITIES

Kurt Russell Keeps His Hunting Roots

Kurt Russell says he has no regrets about hunting and the life his family grew up with. He talked on a podcast about how he loves elk meat and feels proud to take animals that feed people. He added, “I honor the animal’s service. ” His son Wyatt from Colorado explains how living close to na

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Mar 13 2026BUSINESS

Oil Refiners Gain the Upper Hand in a New Battle of Profits

The clash over Iran has shifted the money game for U. S. oil makers, giving them a new chance to earn big in 2026. Instead of tech giants like Nvidia, the spotlight is on refineries that turn crude into gasoline and diesel. When prices for oil products rise while the cost of raw oil stays low,

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Mar 12 2026POLITICS

Airport Lines May Stretch As TSA Staff Go Unpaid

Travelers heading to the airport this week are noticing longer waits than usual, especially in cities like Houston and New Orleans. The delay comes as the federal agency that checks passengers has about 50, 000 workers who have not been paid since mid‑February. The pay cut happened because lawmakers

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