Archive for July, 2026
Celebrating 100 Years of Prisco’s Family Market
Prisco’s Family Market has thrived for 100 years, weathering various challenges including the Great Depression, recessions, a pandemic, inflation, floods, and a severe windstorm. Located on Prairie Street in Aurora, the store remains independently run,
Massive Wildfires Force Evacuations in France and Spain
Fire crews in France and Spain are battling severe wildfires that have led to the evacuation of over 300,000 people. In France’s Gironde region, where Bordeaux is located, authorities issued evacuation orders for five more
Cosmonauts and Astronaut Return from International Space Station
On Sunday, two Russian cosmonauts and a NASA astronaut completed a 241-day mission on the International Space Station (ISS), landing in Kazakhstan. The crew, comprised of commander Sergey Kud-Sverchkov, flight engineer Sergey Mikaev, and NASA’s
Exploring Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop
Angela Pierce embarked on a road trip with a drive of approximately 2,000 miles ahead. Accompanied by her two dogs, Pierce was en route to pick up her husband from the Knoxville airport. Despite the
The Changing Dynamics of Political Visits to Israel
For 50 years, a journey to Israel became a key step in the path to the White House. The routine included laying a wreath at Yad Vashem, shaking hands with the prime minister, and affirming
Gabby Thomas: Thriving Beyond Injury and Exploring New Paths
Gabby Thomas, known for her introspective approach to track and field, embraced a unique perspective during a challenging period last year. Rather than seeing herself as ‘injured,’ she viewed herself as ‘healing.’ This mindset shift
Oregon Man Faces Charges for Illegal Shark Fishing in Puget Sound
An Oregon resident, Connor Seifert, is under scrutiny for allegedly capturing and “wrestling” protected shark species in Puget Sound. The Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife recently released footage of an officer confronting Seifert,
American Culture Quiz: Test Your Knowledge
The American Culture Quiz offers a chance to explore the unique aspects of our national characteristics, including trends, history, and current events. This week’s quiz challenges your knowledge on subjects such as sports rivalries, expensive
Public Media’s Resilience Amid Funding Cuts
Lori Walsh faced job loss when her show was canceled due to funding cuts. She returned to South Dakota Public Broadcasting as a podcaster after financial support from listeners. Last year, President Trump led efforts
Conflict in Yaroun, Lebanon: The Impact of Israeli Airstrikes
BEIRUT, Lebanon — Satellite images on Mazen Farah’s phone reveal the destruction in Yaroun, a village in southern Lebanon. Residents say the images show the Christian section devastated, including a stone house built by Farah’s