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Schools Mark Centuries of Community History
Lifestyle
— 3d
Schools and districts marked major anniversaries by celebrating their histories and community ties, including centennial events at Booker T. Washington High School in Memphis and Tom Bradley Elementary in Los Angeles. The Hope Rosenwald School honored its legacy in Black education, while California’s Dehesa School District announced a celebration of its 125-year history.
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Buffalo Schools Revise Proposed Eight-School Closure Plan
Politics
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Buffalo Public Schools is revising its proposal to close eight schools and restructure programs after community feedback, including changes to school merger locations and expanded transfer options for students. At a student-focused forum, students raised concerns about preserving Leonardo da Vinci High School’s admissions criteria and identity, while district leaders said the plan remains under review.
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High School Soccer Action Spans Multiple Communities
Sports
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Photo galleries documented the Oct. 14 girls’ and boys’ soccer matchups between Firelands and Columbia, including Firelands goals in the boys’ game. Another gallery featured Philomath High School boys’ soccer, while the remaining items provided no relevant article content.
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Kansas students modify 21 mobility cars for children
Tech
— Oct 11, 2026
High school robotics teams in Leawood, Kansas, modified ride-on toy cars for children with mobility disabilities, tailoring supports and controls to each child. Organizers say the cars promote independence, play and inclusion while giving students a chance to apply their skills to community needs.
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EXCLUSIVE: The Iran War Is Going To Go Ballistic After Midterms
Francis Kapper · 8 min · 1h
US Powwows Honor Indigenous Cultures, History
Lifestyle
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Powwows across the country celebrated Indigenous cultures, from the Black Hills gathering honoring the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Little Bighorn to Moorhead High School’s annual Indigenous Peoples Day event. Other gatherings included a Wampanoag cultural event at Round the Bend Farm and a Grand Rapids powwow marking the reopening of a museum exhibit created with the Anishinaabek community.
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
— Ranking
From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Oregon Teen Dies After High School Football Injury
Sports
— Oct 6, 2026
Mason Flores, a 15-year-old Sweet Home High School football player, died on his 16th birthday, a week after suffering a severe head injury in a junior varsity game against Marist Catholic. His family plans to donate his organs, and the school community—including Oregon coach Dan Lanning—has shared tributes and support for his family and teammates.
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Women’s Events Planned Across US Communities
Lifestyle
— Oct 9, 2026
Regional women can attend a South Central Pennsylvania conference for professional development and networking, while Providence hosts a hands-on textile workshop exploring women’s history. In Los Angeles, high school students can join a free leadership boot camp focused on women’s landmarks and their representation in the city’s history.
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New Haven Alders Demand 16 School Safety Actions
Politics
— Oct 9, 2026
New Haven’s Board of Alders Education Committee urged school officials to take 16 high-priority steps within 30 to 60 days to address hazardous conditions, including leaks, mold, pests and poor indoor air quality. Its recommendations include a public repair-tracking dashboard, clearer repair timelines and responsibilities, air-quality measures and a fundraising plan, following testimony from school communities and safety concerns raised by city officials.
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85 Georgia Students Selected for Superintendent’s Council
Politics
— Oct 5, 2026
Georgia Superintendent Richard Woods selected 85 high school students from across the state for his 2026–27 Student Advisory Council, including students from Cobb, Gwinnett, Carroll, and Hall counties. The students will share how state education policies affect their schools, advise Woods on education issues, serve as ambassadors, and take part in community service projects.
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EXCLUSIVE: The Iran War Is Going To Go Ballistic After Midterms
U.S. military strikes on Iran could rapidly intensify soon, a senior military official exclusively told the Daily Caller News Foundation.
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Toledo Officer Cheers With Former Squad at Homecoming
Sports
— Oct 6, 2026
Toledo police Officer Brooklyn Esser, working security at her former high school’s homecoming game, joined the Whitmer cheer squad after her former coach invited her onto the sidelines. The viral moment delighted students and, Esser said, showed young people that officers are approachable and can stay connected to their passions and community.
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NYC High School Shrinks From 3,000 to 90
Lifestyle
— Oct 1, 2026
Texas districts are turning over struggling campuses to Third Future Schools, which emphasizes more instructional time and targeted math and literacy work, despite community concerns about local control and a rigid model. Elsewhere, Broward and Palm Beach counties reported steep student declines, while a New York investigation found Murry Bergtraum High has dwindled to about 90 students and remains deeply underperforming despite high per-student funding and years of discussion about closing or merging it.
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Support Trump vs Support Democrats
Yourlist
— VS Battle
Every executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.
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Arts Students Showcase Talent Across Campuses
Entertainment
— Oct 4, 2026
Colleges and community arts groups are creating low-pressure stages and showcases for emerging performers and media makers, while also connecting young people with professional opportunities. Recent events featured student musicians, young filmmakers and Washington County high school students exploring arts careers.
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US Music Events Feature Competitions, Fundraising
Entertainment
— Oct 4, 2026
High school marching bands are competing in regional and county showcases, while Lancaster students are raising funds for a 2027 trip with a community collection day and free concert. Dayton is also inviting local musicians to apply for its winter Battle of the Bands, which spotlights original music across genres.
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Student Dead After Teacher Shot at Texas High School
Lone Star State
— Mar 30, 2026
A quiet school day in a small Texas community turned into a chaotic emergency Monday morning after gunfire erupted inside a high school classroom. According to the New York Post , authorities say a 15-year-old student…
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Pope Leo XIV Discharged From Hospital After Surgery, Lung Cancer Diagnosis
Spencer Lombardo · 3 min · 13h
Chicago Officials Tell Residents Their Plan to Shelter Migrants in Their Community – It Doesn’t Go Well
Reporting
— May 11, 2023
Residents of a Chicago community were not pleased when officials revealed plans to convert a former high school into a shelter for migrants. WTTW reported on a community meeting of the South Shore neighborhood in…
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How charismatic are you, really?
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Not a score out of ten — the AI identifies your specific brand of charm and where it's most dangerous.
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School Fight Turns Deadly, Winston-Salem Left Reeling
North Forsyth High School
— Dec 10, 2025
The alarms inside North Forsyth High School had barely faded when Forsyth County authorities began confronting a tragedy they said no community should ever have to face. According to Fox News , by late Tuesday morning…
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Community Furious After Student Is Cut from Graduation for Stating There Are Only Two Genders – School Now Invoking Nuclear Option
Reporting
— Jun 5, 2023
At Kellogg High School in Kellogg, Idaho, another conservative American is facing consequences for affirming a traditional view of male and female. During a recent assembly where soon-to-be graduating seniors were meant…
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Teen Charged In Teacher’s Death Apologizes After Prank Turns Fatal
The New York Post
— Mar 11, 2026
The high school senior accused of fatally running over his teacher during a late-night prank in Georgia is expressing remorse as the community continues to grapple with the tragedy. According to the New York Post …
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Alabama Man Accused of Murdering Teen Allowed To Post Bail
Alabama
— Feb 4, 2026
The man accused of gunning down an Alabama high school cheerleader at a late-night bonfire party has been released from jail, a decision that has reignited outrage and fear in a community still reeling from the deadly…
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Ask what happened to someone, not what is wrong with them
Perry and Winfrey argue an ACE survey of 17,000+ adults linked childhood adversity counts to later disease and early death—parents, teachers, and clinicians need this reframing.
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New Jersey Teen Takes on Ultramarathon to Support Military Veterans: 'Run and Keep Running'
Reporting
— Mar 2, 2022
Michael Ferrara is a young man from New Jersey who has his sights set on joining the military. As he finishes up high school, he’s found a way to honor those who have gone before him and help the greater community of…
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Storybook Start: Watch – Epic Moment Uvalde HS Football Team Pulls Off 1st Home Win Since Shooting, Seconds to Spare
Reporting
— Sep 5, 2022
Uvalde High School took the field Friday for its first home football game since the tragic shooting at nearby Robb Elementary School earlier this year. As community members of the small Texas town gathered in the…
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'Goal-Oriented' High School Students Design Wheelchair Adaptor for Dad to Take Newborn on Walks
Reporting
— Jul 23, 2021
“In this course students will make a valuable, positive, and concrete contribution to a community by utilizing the design thinking process and making skills,” reads the description of the “Making for Social Good Course”…
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Watch: Tear Gas Deployed After Fight in Stands of High School Basketball Game Spills Over
Opinion
— Jan 2, 2022
The pursuit of excellence is being threatened by a lack of morality. A security officer used tear gas to break up a fight at a basketball tournament at Wake Technical Community College’s Northern Wake campus in Raleigh…
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Virginia Coach Faces Child Pornography Charges Amid Long-Standing Community Rumors
Virginia
— Nov 26, 2025
Rumors surrounding Virginia high school football coach Travis L. Turner had been circulating for years before authorities formally launched an investigation, officials said. According to Fox News , Turner, 46, was…
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2026 Is The Gasoline Price Election, Not The Data Center Election
David Blackmon · 5 min · 13h
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