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Winter temps make a 48-hour visit to Austin, while stiff breezes raise wildfire threat

Austin is in for a brief cold snap, disappearing as quickly as it arrives. Yet this 48-hour brush with lower temperatures, combined with breezy winds and parched vegetation, poses a tangible wildfire threat across Central Texas.

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 Winter temps make a 48-hour visit to Austin, while stiff breezes raise wildfire threat
Maxwell fights release of more docs

Maxwell is reportedly fighting the publication of more documents, though few details have emerged about the nature of the dispute. The Lewiston Tribune Online indicates that significant parts of the story remain behind a paid-access restriction.

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 Maxwell fights release of more docs
Full speed ahead: Piedmont Tech unveils roadmap for its future

Piedmont Technical College is forging ahead with a newly unveiled four-year strategic plan that aims to align education, business, and technology for sustained development. Announced on a Tuesday, the roadmap highlights the college’s priorities for expanding its organizational culture and preparing for the future.

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 Full speed ahead: Piedmont Tech unveils roadmap for its future
Scotty Pippen Jr. and Myron Gardner erupt into massive NBA brawl during Grizzlies-Heat

A heated fourth-quarter clash in Miami ended with Scotty Pippen Jr. and Myron Gardner being ejected from the Grizzlies-Heat game. The brief but intense confrontation underscored the game’s escalating tensions in its closing moments.

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Letter: Concerns over judicial lies

A new letter challenges the transparency of Pam Bondi’s recent judicial hearing, labeling it “evasive” and short on answers. The author argues that facts, accountability, and basic human decency seemed to vanish the moment difficult questions arose.

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 Letter: Concerns over judicial lies
Safer crosswalks, sidewalks slated for Farmington Hills

Farmington Hills has moved one step closer to safer streets. The city’s Public Services Department has been awarded $325,000, building momentum for enhanced crosswalks and sidewalks.

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 Safer crosswalks, sidewalks slated for Farmington Hills
Trump Admin Mandates English-Only Tests For Truckers Seeking Commercial Driver’s Licenses

The Trump administration has mandated English-only testing for commercial driver’s licenses, seeking to reduce accidents and shut down fraudulent training programs. By enforcing strict language requirements and eliminating unqualified drivers, officials aim to strengthen road safety across the nation.

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 Trump Admin Mandates English-Only Tests For Truckers Seeking Commercial Driver’s Licenses
How the Epstein Files have frustrated the Trump White House and continued to metastasize

The Trump administration has tried to steer the national conversation away from the Epstein Files, yet the subject remains a key point of contention in Washington. Despite repeated efforts to suppress the controversy, it continues to captivate many of the president’s staunch supporters and the broader public.

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How to Watch the USA vs. Canada Men’s Olympic Gold Medal Game

In a thrilling return to the Olympic finals, Team USA takes on Canada in a matchup brimming with rivalry and legacy. With 1980’s “Miracle on Ice” still echoing through U.S. hockey lore, the Americans strive for their first gold since that historic victory.

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 How to Watch the USA vs. Canada Men’s Olympic Gold Medal Game
COLUMN: Alarm is sounding and women know why

Women who distrust President Donald Trump and the MAGA movement say they have been singled out by ultra-conservative critics. This opinion column examines that growing divide and why many believe the stakes could not be higher.

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 COLUMN: Alarm is sounding and women know why
5 Reasons Why I Believe the AI Market Is Just Getting Started

Artificial intelligence may still be in its infancy, but companies across the tech spectrum are already stepping in to shape its future. New insights underscore how semiconductors and AI could transform business and innovation.

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 5 Reasons Why I Believe the AI Market Is Just Getting Started
Yiwu Transforms from Spring Festival Gala Spotlight to Travel Hotspot: How China’s Small Commodities Capital Became the Unlikely Tourism Giant of 2026

When Yiwu took the 2026 Spring Festival Gala stage, few imagined it would launch this small commodities hub into global travel stardom. Yet, the city transformed its short TV appearance into a thriving tourism industry, drawing visitors from around the globe and elevating its profile within China.

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 Yiwu Transforms from Spring Festival Gala Spotlight to Travel Hotspot: How China’s Small Commodities Capital Became the Unlikely Tourism Giant of 2026
Picture this: why I think cameras are better than smartphone cameras

A recent piece from The Ada News asserts that dedicated cameras outshine smartphone cameras. Though smartphones capture countless moments every day, the author contends that real photographic quality still comes from a traditional camera.

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 Picture this: why I think cameras are better than smartphone cameras
Olympics women’s curling: How to watch gold medal match live for free

Sweden and Switzerland will face off on Sunday in Cortina, Italy, for the ultimate prize in women’s curling. As the 2026 Winter Olympics continue, this championship match promises to captivate fans around the globe.

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5 Square Games From the 1990s That Still Hold Up Today

Square opened its doors in 1986, but its golden era arrived in the 1990s with genre-defining role-playing games. We explore five standout titles that remain beloved among gamers, showcasing the company’s timeless creativity.

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 5 Square Games From the 1990s That Still Hold Up Today
MINI: Make seat belts on buses mandatory?

A short but pressing question has emerged: Why are seat belts not mandatory on buses? This inquiry, posed by a Sioux City resident, calls attention to a broader conversation about passenger safety.

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Michigan vs. Duke Basketball: Start Time, Channel, Where To Watch Tonight’s Duke-Michigan Game

College basketball fans are abuzz as No. 1 Michigan and No. 3 Duke prepare to clash in a must-see matchup. Platforms like ESPN, fuboTV, and DIRECTV may carry the game, giving viewers multiple ways to tune in. The high-stakes showdown promises to showcase top-level competition and intense rivalry.

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 Michigan vs. Duke Basketball: Start Time, Channel, Where To Watch Tonight’s Duke-Michigan Game
Wrong-way I-65 crash kills one, injures two, Indiana State Police say

A wrong-way crash on Interstate 65 in Indiana left one person dead and two others injured. Investigators with the Indiana State Police suspect the driver was impaired and are conducting further inquiries into the incident.

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 Wrong-way I-65 crash kills one, injures two, Indiana State Police say
Community of Faith: Come together

Many families, workplaces, and communities face seemingly irreconcilable viewpoints today. This story looks at the role of faith, understanding, and communal effort to help ease these tensions.

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 Community of Faith: Come together
Trump elevates Maryland’s Moore by picking a fight with him

A wastewater spill in the Potomac River has inflamed tensions between President Trump and Maryland Governor Wes Moore (D). The dispute has bolstered Moore’s national profile, with some speculating he could be a leading Democratic contender in 2028.

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River Walk hotel goes to public auction after foreclosure notice

The Thompson Hotel on the San Antonio River Walk is being auctioned after its owners allegedly failed to repay a $44 million loan. A foreclosure notice filed on February 5 alerted the public to the property’s financial challenges, which led to the upcoming auction.

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 River Walk hotel goes to public auction after foreclosure notice
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