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American Commerce Department Employee Reportedly Barred from Leaving China A Chinese American man working for the U.S. Commerce Department is currently unable to leave China after allegedly failing to disclose his government employment on his visa application. The individual, an employee of the Patent and Trademark Office, traveled to China to visit family and has […]

United ISD Focuses on Leadership and Legal Updates at Annual Summit United Independent School District (UISD) recently hosted its annual Leadership Summit, gathering over 200 campus and district leaders at the UISD Student Activity Complex. The summit, centered around the theme “A League of Our Own,” aimed to enhance leadership skills, disseminate crucial information, and […]

Grays Harbor County Commissioners Embark on Strategic Planning Initiative Grays Harbor County has undertaken a comprehensive strategic planning initiative aimed at fostering better communication, problem-solving, and a unified vision for the future. Spearheaded by consultant Thomas O’Connor, the effort involved a series of retreats spanning from March 31st to July 9th. These sessions brought together […]

Open Your Home and Heart: The Rewarding Experience of Hosting a Foreign Exchange Student Imagine the joy of hearing a young person from another country describe their first day at an American high school as “the best day ever.” That’s the experience one Johnstown family had when they welcomed Kai, a foreign exchange student from […]

The Painful Reality of Separation: Family Reunions Offer Hope Amidst Immigration Fears For many undocumented immigrants in the United States, the dream of a better life comes at a steep price: separation from their families. Decades can pass without seeing parents, siblings, or other loved ones, creating a deep sense of loss and isolation. However, […]

Idaho Falls Schools Face $900,000 Deficit Due to Federal Funding Freeze Idaho Falls School District 91 is grappling with a significant financial challenge as it prepares for the upcoming school year. A federal education funding freeze, impacting schools across the state, has resulted in a $900,000 deficit for the district.Recommended reading: Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance […]

Indiana’s ILEARN Results: Math Shows Gains, ELA Needs Focus The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) recently released the results of the 2025 Indiana Learning Evaluation and Assessment Readiness Network (ILEARN) testing, providing a snapshot of student proficiency across the state. The data, presented during a State Board of Education meeting, reveals a mixed bag of […]

Federal Funding Freeze Forces Cuts to Alaska Adult Education Programs Alaska’s adult education and workforce development programs are facing significant challenges following the withholding of federal funds. These programs, vital for Alaskans seeking to improve their literacy, job skills, and overall quality of life, have been forced to make immediate cuts to services and staffing. […]

Education Department Faces Uncertainty After Supreme Court Ruling on Layoffs The Supreme Court recently cleared the way for the Department of Education to proceed with planned layoffs of over 1,300 employees, sparking concerns about the agency’s ability to fulfill its legally mandated responsibilities. While the department has affirmed its commitment to meeting these obligations, the […]