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Cascade Falls to Unbeaten Marion County on Senior Night

Xykaiah Dixon (11) hauled in two receptions for 34 yards, including a 31-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter of Friday's defeat against the Warriors.
BELL BUCKLE, Tenn. – Missing star senior quarterback Sam Bradley due to an injury sustained in the loss to Watertown, Cascade (3-6, 0-4) fell to Marion County (9-0, 3-0) 42-7 on Friday night in its …

State Bound! Lady Champs Punch Return Ticket in Physical Sectional Against Huntingdon

Kyla Pulley (20), who scored the opening goal of Saturday's sub-state win over Huntingdon, catches up to her head coach Wendy Williams in the postgame celebrations.
BELL BUCKLE, Tenn. – The Cascade Lady Champions (16-1-2, 8-0) are heading back to the TSSAA Class A State Tournament for the fourth-consecutive season following a hard-fought 3-0 win over …
Cascade's Kyla Pulley (20) shoots on target against Richland, breaking the 0-0 deadlock in the 25th minute with her fifth goal of the season.

Lady Champs Punch Ticket to Sectional Round With Region 5-A Semifinal Win Over Richland

BELL BUCKLE, Tenn. – The Cascade Lady Champions (14-1-2, 8-0) continued their march back to State with a resounding 5-0 victory over the District 10-A Runners-Up Richland Raiders (10-5, 9-1) on …

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

Make the most of summer: How area repellents and a few simple habits can help keep mosquitoes from ruining the moment

(BPT) - This summer, Americans are embracing a slower pace, choosing simple outdoor moments closer to home over packed itineraries and expensive vacations. Recent data shows that 42% of homeowners[1] …

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

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.
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

Where You Live Shouldn't Limit Your Cancer Care

(BPT) - Key takeaways:Radioligand therapy (RLT) delivers targeted treatment directly to cancer cellsThe number of RLT treatment sites has expanded about sevenfold in the U.S.Common questions about …

FAIR Act aims to improve rare disease clinical trial, treatment access

(BPT) - Teresa Barnes knows on a deeply personal level the impact that a devastating rare disease can have on a family. Over the course of 10 years, she watched her father, aunt and three uncles die …

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

The growing economic concerns of working-class Latinos

(BPT) - By Janet Murguía, President and CEO, UnidosUSWork hard and you can get ahead. For the many working-class Latinos who work long hours, often at more than one job, and stretch every …

Once globally preeminent, US universities are sliding into decline

The Hechinger Report reports that U.S. universities, once global leaders, face a decline due to funding cuts, fewer international students, and rising competition from abroad.

Where AI could reshape the most jobs

SmartAsset reports that some U.S. states face high job exposure to AI disruption, with Washington at 5.7% and Mississippi at 1.9%.

Online career training is growing – does it work?

The Hechinger Report reports on the growth of online career training programs, noting varied student experiences and concerns about their effectiveness and oversight.

As fewer young people choose college, this district wants to ensure they have career options

The Hechinger Report reports that Niagara Falls High School adapts to declining college enrollment by offering career pathways, helping students explore trades and local job options.

Your 2026 tax return just got easier: Here's what's coming this filing season

(BPT) - Filing your taxes is never a top item on anyone's fun to-do list, but it's definitely a must, and can lead to a very welcome refund. The good news is, there's a new service that can help make …

How today's PR and MarCom pros need to understand and measure the impact of SEO and GEO

(BPT) - Key takeaways:Today's PR and MarCom strategies need to expand from Search Engine Optimization (SEO) to include focus on Generative Engine Optimization (GEO).GEO is not about achieving ranking …

9 ways coworking spaces are rivaling private members clubs

CANOPY reports coworking spaces are increasingly competing with private members clubs by offering work-focused environments, better networking, inclusivity, and value.

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.

Investing in Education: 5 Ways to Prepare Students for the Jobs of Tomorrow

(Feature Impact) A diploma is still an important milestone, but what matters more than the piece of paper is whether graduates have the knowledge, skills and confidence to take meaningful next steps in pursuing further education or building careers. Students, families, educators, employers and policymakers all have a role to play in cultivating these opportunities.

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How much rain can a hurricane make, and does the storm size matter?
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.
From domesticated foxes to tuskless elephants, humans have directly and indirectly influenced the evolution of a wide range of animals.
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