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A federal judge has refused block the Pentagon from firing three Stars and Stripes staff members who claim they were illegally disciplined for speaking out about the military news outlet’s need to maintain its editorial independence. U.S. District Judge Trevor McFadden ruled Friday that the journalists are unlikely to successfully prove that the Pentagon violated their First Amendment free speech rights. He said Stars and Stripes’ editorial independence “is not at stake here.” Stars and

FAIRMONT – Since 1998, Martin County People First has organized events, raised funds and assisted people with disabilities in finding their independence and community. Ally Leader Pat Kietzer said Martin County got a grant in 1998 to start the program, and it has continued to grow and sustain itself to this day. They help get […]

We're honoring Direct Support Professionals who work alongside people with disabilities and help them build independence and life skills. Continue reading…

WELLINGTON, Aug 27 (Reuters) - Papua New Guinea's autonomous region of Bougainville moved a step closer to possible independence on Thursday as the co...

Falls are a major concern for older adults and are one of the leading causes of injury among Americans age 65 and older. A fall can affect more than just physical health — it can also impact confidence, independence and the ability to continue doing the activities you enjoy.

KYIV, Aug 24 (Reuters) - Ukraine wants peace but will not just give in to Russia at any price, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Monday in a defia...

President Donald Trump has transformed the White House Rose Garden by adding statues of America’s founders. The garden now features sculptures of George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, Ben Franklin and a new bronze of Thomas Jefferson alongside a fifth sculpture named “Freedom’s Charge." Colorado-based sculptor George Lundeen gifted the statue of Jefferson signing the Declaration of Independence. Trump’s interest in statues extends beyond the Rose Garden, with plans for a statue garden o

The 250th anniversary of U.S. independence was just months away when National Park Service employees received a directive from Washington. Maintenance projects approved this year at sites across the nation were being relegated to a new “low priority” list. Work wanted by the White House was taking precedence, according to officials who spoke on condition of anonymity and documents obtained by The Associated Press. That included the botched repairs to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. Ma

Luvane Joan Schoenberger 92, of Independence, died Saturday, August 15, 2026 at Trempealeau County Health Care Center. She was born on August 12, 1934 in Whitehall, WI to Henry and Alvina (Johnson) Helgeson. Helge married her beloved husband, Daniel Schoenberger, on July 5, 1958, at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church and together they created […]

Luvane Joan Schoenberger "Helge", 92, of Independence, died Saturday, August 15, 2026 at Trempealeau County Health Care Center. She was born on August...