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Gary Varvel for Apr 14, 2026

Gary Varvel for Apr 14, 2026

    Big Tech's ugly data centers finally meet the opposition | Froma Harrop

    Big Tech's ugly data centers finally meet the opposition | Froma Harrop

      It appears that folks living in the gently rolling farmland of southwestern Ohio don't want a 2 million-square-foot data center plopped down the road from their front porches. What's wrong with them? Are they snotty not-in-my-backyard liberals?

      Africa proves resilient after cut in US aid | Washington Post

      Africa proves resilient after cut in US aid | Washington Post

        The Trump administration’s sharp reduction in aid to Africa last year seemed likely to cause a continent-wide crisis of apocalyptic proportions. While there has been pain, particularly in health care, many African nations displayed remarkable resilience.

        South Africa: Cape Town hosts Africa’s first large-scale light art festival.

        South Africa: Cape Town hosts Africa’s first large-scale light art festival.

        • StringersHub

        SHOTLIST: CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA (APRIL 12, 2026) 1. VARIOUS OF FESTIVAL AREA AT COMPANY'S GARDEN, ONE OF CITY'S HISTORIC PARKS 2. VISITORS WATCHING FILM AT FESTIVAL AREA 3. VARIOUS OF PEOPLE WATCHING DISPLAYS ON IZIKO SOUTH AFRICAN MUSEUM AND NATIONAL GALLERY WHICH ILLUMINATED WITH HIGH-TE…

        Hospital CEO: This is why Mission Hospital McDowell stresses evidence-based care

        Hospital CEO: This is why Mission Hospital McDowell stresses evidence-based care

        • By LEE HIGGINBOTHAM CEO, Mission Hospital McDowell

        "In addition to the most advanced treatment recommendations, evidence-based care also takes into account a provider’s individual expertise and clinical experience, as well as the patient’s unique needs."

        Gary Varvel for Apr 13, 2026

        Gary Varvel for Apr 13, 2026

          Students, community members oppose data centers in Ann Arbor

          Students, community members oppose data centers in Ann Arbor

          • USA Today - Vertical

          Protesters gather for a rally against data centers on University of Michigan's campus Saturday afternoon. It was one of many planned around the state.

          Gary Varvel for Apr 11, 2026

          Gary Varvel for Apr 11, 2026

            10 political cartoons orbit the Artemis II mission

            10 political cartoons orbit the Artemis II mission

              The nation's top cartoonists celebrate the Artemis II mission to the moon. 

              New York City can’t afford big pensions and free buses | Allison Schrager

              New York City can’t afford big pensions and free buses | Allison Schrager

                Cities such as New York and Chicago are in deep financial trouble. Broadly speaking, they have two options: Make the difficult but appropriate choice to raise taxes and reduce the scale of government, or continue to live in a state of denial, increasing their pension obligations while also promising their residents more services.

                Trump right to stop states from overregulating AI | Paul Steidler

                Trump right to stop states from overregulating AI | Paul Steidler

                  “The main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing,” said Stephen Covey, a renowned organizational consultant.

                  States must regulate AI because Washington isn't | J.B. Branch

                  States must regulate AI because Washington isn't | J.B. Branch

                    Congress has not enacted meaningful artificial intelligence legislation. Yet some in Washington insist the states should be blocked from legislating on AI.

                    McDowell Tech president: Pushing toward the graduation finish line

                    McDowell Tech president: Pushing toward the graduation finish line

                      Right now, more than 400 McDowell Tech students are pushing toward the graduation finish line.

                      Gary Varvel for Apr 10, 2026

                      Gary Varvel for Apr 10, 2026

                        Editorials

                        Are we confusing outrage with truth in the age of algorithms? | The Ethical Life podcast

                        Are we confusing outrage with truth in the age of algorithms? | The Ethical Life podcast

                        🎧 The hosts examine how personalized feeds amplify conflict, bury progress and leave citizens exhausted and polarized, reinforcing a distorted picture of society that feels broken and perpetually on edge.

                        McDowell Democrats issue statement about border patrol in NC

                        McDowell Democrats issue statement about border patrol in NC

                        "What we are seeing — far too often — is racialized, aggressive and even violent policing, regardless of immigration status. Being here without documentation is not a violent crime, and those who are undocumented should not be treated like violent criminals."

                        St. Louis Post-Dispatch: 'Ghost gun' in CEO's murder highlights an industry custom-made for crime

                        St. Louis Post-Dispatch: 'Ghost gun' in CEO's murder highlights an industry custom-made for crime

                        Why is Congress protecting untraceable weapons?

                        Be very afraid of Project 2025 | What keeps you up at night? podcast

                        Be very afraid of Project 2025 | What keeps you up at night? podcast

                        In her latest What keeps you up at night? podcast, columnist Lynn Schmidt shares her concerns over Project 2025 and the current state of America's politics. 

                        Columnists

                        Big Tech's ugly data centers finally meet the opposition | Froma Harrop

                        Big Tech's ugly data centers finally meet the opposition | Froma Harrop

                        It appears that folks living in the gently rolling farmland of southwestern Ohio don't want a 2 million-square-foot data center plopped down the road from their front porches. What's wrong with them? Are they snotty not-in-my-backyard liberals?

                        Africa proves resilient after cut in US aid | Washington Post

                        Africa proves resilient after cut in US aid | Washington Post

                        The Trump administration’s sharp reduction in aid to Africa last year seemed likely to cause a continent-wide crisis of apocalyptic proportions. While there has been pain, particularly in health care, many African nations displayed remarkable resilience.

                        South Africa: Cape Town hosts Africa’s first large-scale light art festival.

                        South Africa: Cape Town hosts Africa’s first large-scale light art festival.

                        SHOTLIST: CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA (APRIL 12, 2026) 1. VARIOUS OF FESTIVAL AREA AT COMPANY'S GARDEN, ONE OF CITY'S HISTORIC PARKS 2. VISITORS WATCHING FILM AT FESTIVAL AREA 3. VARIOUS OF PEOPLE WATCHING DISPLAYS ON IZIKO SOUTH AFRICAN MUSEUM AND NATIONAL GALLERY WHICH ILLUMINATED WITH HIGH-TE…

                        Hospital CEO: This is why Mission Hospital McDowell stresses evidence-based care

                        Hospital CEO: This is why Mission Hospital McDowell stresses evidence-based care

                        "In addition to the most advanced treatment recommendations, evidence-based care also takes into account a provider’s individual expertise and clinical experience, as well as the patient’s unique needs."

                        Shopping

                        How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

                        How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

                        Affiliate. Learn how to buy WLFI Token in this step by step guide for beginners. 

                        Solana Wallet for Beginners (2025): Setup, Safety, Staking & Swaps

                        Solana Wallet for Beginners (2025): Setup, Safety, Staking & Swaps

                        Affiliate. Learn how to create and use a Solana wallet, stake SOL, swap tokens, bridge assets, and stay secure with Best Wallet’s multi-chain features.

                        Web3 Wallet for Beginners: How to Set Up, Stay Safe, and Pick the Right App

                        Web3 Wallet for Beginners: How to Set Up, Stay Safe, and Pick the Right App

                        Affiliate. Learn what a Web3 wallet is, how to set one up, and how to stay safe while exploring DeFi, NFTs, and new crypto coins with beginner‑friendly apps like Best Wallet.​

                        Which Crypto May Boom in 2025? A Look at What’s Trending

                        Which Crypto May Boom in 2025? A Look at What’s Trending

                        Affiliate. Find out which crypto coins you should watch closely in 2025. 

                        Letters to the Editor

                        Letter writer remembers Old Fort teacher Sue Glovier as 'kind, considerate and respectful'

                        Letter writer remembers Old Fort teacher Sue Glovier as 'kind, considerate and respectful'

                        "I feel thankful and blessed to have crossed paths with this wonderful lady."

                        Letter to the editor: McDowell's noise ordinance not being enforced

                        Letter to the editor: McDowell's noise ordinance not being enforced

                        Letters to the editor are the opinion of the author.

                        Marion letter writer: We are facing 'nightmare' equivalent to early Nazi terrorism

                        Marion letter writer: We are facing 'nightmare' equivalent to early Nazi terrorism

                        "If you can read the reports from people experiencing the cruelty and evil in their community, and if you can see visual evidence and not feel the pain of others, something is wrong with you."

                        Letter to the editor: Marion resident suffering constant loud noise in neighborhood

                        Letter to the editor: Marion resident suffering constant loud noise in neighborhood

                        Letters to the editor are the opinion of the writer.

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