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Golden Eagles End 2026 Slate With Close Loss at Coffee County

Shelbyville Central saw its 2026 season come to a close with a 28-21 defeat at Coffee County on Friday night. The Golden Eagles closed the season with four-one-score defeats in the final five games of the season.
MANCHESTER, Tenn. – With both teams knowing their season would end in the final week of the regular season, Shelbyville Central (1-9, 0-6) and Coffee County (3-7, 1-5) put together a one-possession …

Champs Roll Past Vikes in ‘Battle of Bedford’ to End 2026 Campaign

Cascade's Nate Zimmerman (20) ran for 58 yards and three touchdowns on six carries in his final high school football game in Thursday's win at Community.
UNIONVILLE, Tenn. – With both teams eliminated from postseason play, the 2026 edition of the ‘Battle of Bedford’ on the gridiron came down to a primal battle for pride. With that in mind, in …

Lady Champs Historic Season Ends in Class A State Semifinal

The Cascade Lady Champions saw their season end in a place no team in program history had gone before: the Class A State Semifinals. Cascade saw its 2026 campaign end against presumed favorites Merrol Hyde on Wednesday night, and they finish as District 9-A and Region 5-A champions with an overall record of 17-2-2.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – After overcoming the loss of their leading goalscorer to win the program’s first-ever state tournament game, the No. 3 seed Cascade Lady Champions (17-2-2, 8-0) saw their …

STATE CHAMPS - Viqueens Secure Program's First-Ever State Title in Win Over Marion County

The Community Viqueens celebrate being announced as the the 2026 TSSAA Class 2A State Champions.

SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. – Annie Prince (14, front) struck out 15 batters, Community’s offense exploded for 10 runs, and the Viqueens (34-8, 8-0) won the TSSAA Class 2A Softball State Championship on Saturday …

Curious Kids

Why haven’t farm animals evolved against humans? A biologist explains why there won’t be a chicken uprising anytime soon

What will it take for the chickens on the farm to stage a revolt?
From domesticated foxes to tuskless elephants, humans have directly and indirectly influenced the evolution of a wide range of animals.

How much rain can a hurricane make, and does the storm size matter?

Hurricane Harvey dropped several feet of rain on Texas, stranding trucks, people and their pets.
Storms big and small can produce a lot of rain. What matters most is how fast they’re moving, as an atmospheric scientist and educator explains.
Enjoy Nature

5 ways to manage minor aches and pains to keep running this fall

(BPT) - Fall is arguably one of the best seasons for running. The crisp, cool air brings runners a much-needed reprieve after a summer of sweaty miles and serves as a reminder to make the most of the …

The hidden mining cost of meat and seafood

Sentient reports that the environmental costs of meat and seafood extend beyond feed crops to the minerals mined for animal diets, impacting biodiversity and emissions. 
An understanding of angular momentum helps figure skaters glide across the ice and execute complex spins.

From ski jumping to speedskating, winter sports represent physics in action

Watching, modeling and even playing winter sports help students internalize physics concepts, including acceleration, momentum and friction.

PFAS are turning up in the Great Lakes, putting fish and water supplies at risk – here’s how they get there

Some of these ‘forever chemicals’ are toxic at very low levels. They can get into water systems and bioaccumulate in fish, ultimately posing risks to people.
Live Healthy

Long Before Tremors, Sleep May Hold Important Clues to Parkinson’s

(BPT) - Key takeawaysSome people physically act out their dreams. They may punch, kick or yell while asleep. This condition is called REM sleep behavior disorder or RBD.RBD may be an early warning …

Tiny fish, big hope: The science bringing rare epilepsy research home

(BPT) - Exciting new research models and at-home clinical trials are shortening the distance between breakthrough science and the families who need it most.For families facing a rare epilepsy …

From Uncertainty to Reassurance: How a Small Heart Monitor and Ablation Procedure Helped One Father Conquer the Unknowns of Atrial Fibrillation

From Uncertainty to Reassurance: How a Small Heart Monitor and Ablation Procedure Helped One Father Conquer the Unknowns of Atrial Fibrillation

(NewsUSA) - In 2018, then-52-year-old Todd Repass Jr. stood up after a meal and immediately knew something was wrong. It was terrifying. He felt weak, short of breath, and, at times, dizzy. The …

Education & Careers

Beyond the classroom: How learning and AI fuel entrepreneurship

(BPT) - Artificial intelligence is changing the rules of entrepreneurship, breaking down traditional barriers and opening new doors for aspiring business owners. This National Entrepreneurship Month, …

What research shows about studying techniques and recall

Quizlet reports that research shows self-testing improves memory retention more than rereading materials, despite students feeling more confident when rereading.

Most afterschool programs offer STEM learning, but rural students lack access

The 74 reports that while most afterschool programs offer STEM learning, rural students face limited access, with only 39% participating frequently compared to urban peers.

When this small town was given $1 million, child care was the top priority

The Hechinger Report reports that Seward, Alaska, prioritized child care after receiving a $1 million donation, boosting licensed slots by 150% to support local families.

Public, charter, or private? How your pick changes your child’s special education rights

Understood reports that choosing a school for a neurodivergent child affects their special education rights. 

Bring History to Life with Experiences That Feel Real

(Feature Impact) Reading books and watching documentaries can be good ways to learn about history, but there's something particularly meaningful about immersive experiences that allow you to step inside the stories that shaped the world.

5 Ways to Make a Difference in Your Community

(Feature Impact) For individuals looking to make a difference where they live, community involvement doesn't have to start with a large commitment. Consider these five options to get involved.

Where Curiosity Builds Trade Skills: 5 Ways to Help Kids Discover the Skilled Trades

(Feature Impact) Parents, educators and mentors can encourage young people to broaden their horizons as they plan their futures and build awareness around careers in the skilled trades with these tips.

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