Corpus Christi, TX News Roundup (7/9/25)

New Catholic School Superintendent: The Diocese of Corpus Christi has chosen Rebecca Hammel, former Dallas schools chief, to boost academic excellence and deepen faith formation across its campuses — find out what she plans. Citywide truancy crackdown: Corpus Christi...

Gilbert/Chandler, AZ News Roundup (7/9/25)

20 pets need homes: From playful puppies to gentle seniors, these cats and dogs are waiting at Maricopa County Animal Care and Control, Arizona Humane Society, Arizona Small Dog Rescue, Arizona Animal Welfare League and HALO Animal Rescue — find out how to adopt....

Illinois News Roundup (7/9/25)

Nine rural hospitals at risk: U.S. senators warn that $1 trillion in Medicaid and ACA cuts, now law, could leave nine rural Illinois hospitals unpaid for required services and facing closure — learn what’s at stake. Missing money is on its way: The Illinois State...

Eugene, OR News Roundup (7/9/25)

Eugene’s lavender-infused treats: Local cafes and shops are folding floral notes into pies, ice cream, cider, kombucha and more during peak lavender season — find out where to savor the flavor. Boho vibes, DIY tie-dye: The Hippie Closet opens today at 1801 Willamette...

Tennessee News Roundup (7/9/25)

Record-breaking Volunteers’ season: Tennessee Athletics notched its first-ever third straight top-10 Directors’ Cup finish, advanced all 20 sports to postseason, and led the nation in attendance and GPA — find out how they did it. MTSU’s new esports concentrations:...

Traverse City, MI News Roundup (7/9/25)

Meijer’s Silverbrook Acres revival: City-led restoration on this 60-acre undeveloped park at a busy Traverse City intersection uses a new wetland, 30-foot riparian buffer and hundreds of native trees to shield Kids Creek under a $750,000 grant — find out how....