SOUTH CENTRAL REGION

Mar 19 2026ENVIRONMENT

Southern California’s Clean Transport Jobs at Risk Without State Action

Southern California isn’t just following the electric vehicle trend—it’s driving it. The region has turned itself into a hub for clean transportation, with companies making batteries, electric trucks, and even solar-powered cars. The Port of San Diego is spending millions to switch from diesel to el

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Mar 16 2026WEATHER

Storm Alert Forces Early School Dismissals in Central Pennsylvania

Central Pennsylvania faces a storm warning that could bring strong winds and tornadoes. The National Weather Service has issued high wind alerts for most of the state, lasting into the evening and even until 8 a. m. Tuesday in some areas. Winter weather advisories also cover parts of the west and ce

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Mar 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

Cyber Talk: A New Look at Security and Learning

Southeastern Louisiana University is hosting a free talk on March 19 at 4 p. m. The event is part of the spring Industry Connect Distinguished Lecture series. The speaker is Matthew McNulty, the university’s Chief Information Security Officer. He also teaches part‑time in the Computer Science Dep

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Mar 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

Starfish‑Powered Roads: A Cleaner Winter Idea

South Korean company STAR’s Tech has invented a product called Starcrush that uses crushed starfish skeletons to help keep roads safer and less damaging. The tiny holes in the skeleton let it control how salt releases into water, cutting concrete damage by up to 90 percent and improving snow melt by

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Mar 13 2026HEALTH

Measles Watch in South Carolina: A Tight‑Knit Response

South Carolina’s health officials keep a close eye on measles even as the number of new cases falls. They are double‑checking every suspected case, especially with spring break on the horizon and the risk of a new spike. The current outbreak is the biggest in the state since 2000, and it rivals the

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Mar 11 2026WEATHER

Storm Watch Hits Central Pennsylvania

Central Pennsylvania is preparing for a shift from sunny highs to cooler, stormy weather. After a record‑setting day that reached 80 °F, residents can expect temperatures to drop into the 70s and then lower again as a cold front moves through. The National Weather Service warns that several counties

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Feb 27 2026POLITICS

Central Bankers vs. Politicians: A Tug‑of‑War Over Money Rules

Central bankers are standing their ground against politicians who want a say in how money is handled. In the U. S. , Fed Chair Jerome Powell has faced repeated criticism from President Donald Trump, who says high rates hurt growth. Across Europe, the pressure looks different: some officials ar

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Feb 27 2026EDUCATION

School Plan Sparks Debate: One Elementary School to Close

Southington’s school board has set a new course for the town’s education system, choosing to close one elementary school as part of a larger construction project. The decision came after a detailed presentation at the board’s February meeting, where experts outlined options for building updates and

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Feb 26 2026BUSINESS

Truworths Sees Small Profit Gain Thanks to UK Sales

South African clothing store Truworths International posted a modest increase in its earnings for the first half of the year. The company’s main profit figure, called headline earnings per share, went up by 1. 3 percent to 495. 4 cents. Last year the same period saw a drop of 4. 6 percent, so

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Feb 25 2026EDUCATION

Community Schools, Not Competition: Building a Shared Future

South Bend’s recent debate over Clay High School shows how a city can get caught up in institutional pride instead of student needs. The real story is about preparing young people for a workforce that increasingly demands more than just a diploma. Nearly seventy percent of Indiana’s upcoming jobs

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