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Karl G. Maeser Preparatory Academy Ranks as Utah's Top High School, Beehive Academy Falls Out of Top 10

Karl G. Maeser Preparatory Academy Ranks as Utah's Top High School, Beehive Academy Falls Out of Top 10

Karl G. Maeser Preparatory Academy in Lindon has been named the top high school in Utah, according to the latest annual rankings released by U.S. News. This marks a significant shift, as Beehive Science and Technology Academy in Sandy, a perennial No. 1, dropped to 11th place. Karl G. Maeser Preparatory Academy, with a senior class of 88 students, also secured the 399th position in the overall national rankings. U.S. News evaluated over 18,000 high schools across the U.S. using a methodology that weighted scores based on multiple indicators, including college readiness, state assessment proficiency, graduation rate, and state assessment performance.
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DC-Area High Schools Achieve Top 10 National Rankings in U.S. News Report

DC-Area High Schools Achieve Top 10 National Rankings in U.S. News Report

Two high schools in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area have secured spots among the top 10 nationally in the latest U.S. News and World Report rankings. Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in Fairfax County, Virginia, ranked sixth, maintaining its consistent high performance. The District’s School Without Walls made a significant leap, climbing from 69th last year to fifth nationally among nearly 18,000 high schools ranked. Lamont Jones, managing editor for education at U.S. News and World Report, highlighted School Without Walls' exceptional improvement, particularly in state assessment tests where it tied for first nationally. Thomas Jefferson High School also tied for first nationally in three key areas: the College Readiness Index, Graduation Rate, and State Assessment Proficiency. U.S. News evaluates schools based on six indicators of quality, with college readiness carrying the most weight at 30% of the score, alongside graduation rates and state assessment performance.
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The 10 best high schools in Georgia. See US News & World Report rankings

The 10 best high schools in Georgia. See US News & World Report rankings

U.S. News & World Report released its 2026-2027 ranking for the best high schools, and these are the 10 best in Georgia.
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The Resilient Rise of Carl Mays Studied

The Resilient Rise of Carl Mays Studied

Carl William Mays embarked on a remarkable journey through professional baseball, spanning 15 seasons from 1915 to 1929. Born in Atterson, Kentucky...
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Video: UFC 332’s Payton Talbott reveals reason(s) behind 2026 inactivity ahead of upcoming Deiveson Figueiredo showdown

Video: UFC 332’s Payton Talbott reveals reason(s) behind 2026 inactivity ahead of upcoming Deiveson Figueiredo showdown

He’s back! Top Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Bantamweight prospect Payton Talbott finally returns to action against former Flyweight kingpin Deiveson Figueiredo at UFC 332, which goes down in less than two months on Sat., Oct. 3, 2026, inside Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. Talbott was last in action in Dec. 2025, when he […]
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Pinkbox Doughnuts Expands to Sandy, Utah, Drawing Large Crowds

Pinkbox Doughnuts Expands to Sandy, Utah, Drawing Large Crowds

Pinkbox Doughnuts Expands to Sandy, Utah, Drawing Large Crowds
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Senator Mitt Romney Announces Retirement, Citing Need for New Generation of Leadership

Senator Mitt Romney Announces Retirement, Citing Need for New Generation of Leadership

Utah Senator Mitt Romney has announced he will not seek re-election for a second term, emphasizing the necessity for a new generation of leaders in American politics. At 76 years old, Romney stated that he would be in his mid-80s at the end of another term, underscoring his belief that younger individuals should be making decisions that will shape their future world. This decision aligns with a broader discussion about the age of political leaders in the U.S. Congress, which is currently the third-oldest in the nation's history. Romney's announcement draws parallels to athletes like Michael Jordan, who recognized when it was time to step aside from their careers, highlighting the importance of humility over ego in public service. The senator's move is presented as a gracious exit from a productive career, setting an example for other aging politicians.
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US kindergarten vaccine coverage continues downward trend, falling 0.1%

US kindergarten vaccine coverage continues downward trend, falling 0.1%

By Michael Erman and Julie Steenhuysen Aug 17 (Reuters) - U.S. kindergarten vaccination coverage fell 0.1% during the 2025-2026 school year, continuing a downward trend that has seen declines every year except one since the onset of COVID-19, according to data from the U.S.
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What states have won Little League World Series titles? See the list

What states have won Little League World Series titles? See the list

Is your state among the Little League World Series champions? See the all-time winners list and when each state last won the LLWS title.
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Tyson Foods Announces Multiple Beef Facility Closures Amid Low Cattle Inventories and Antitrust Scrutiny

Tyson Foods Announces Multiple Beef Facility Closures Amid Low Cattle Inventories and Antitrust Scrutiny

Tyson Foods Announces Multiple Beef Facility Closures Amid Low Cattle Inventories and Antitrust Scrutiny
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Utah State University Program Aids Farmers in Colorado River Water Conservation

Utah State University Program Aids Farmers in Colorado River Water Conservation

Utah State University (USU) Extension has launched the Agricultural Water Demonstration, Research and Implementation Program (Ag-DRIP) to help farmers in the Colorado River Basin conserve water. This five-year initiative, funded by the Colorado River Authority of Utah and Central Utah Water Conservancy District, focuses on optimizing agricultural water use and building drought resilience. Researchers are working directly with participating farmers to evaluate their current irrigation systems, identify inefficiencies, and recommend improvements. This includes testing various sprinkler designs, providing soil moisture sensors, flow-monitoring equipment, and conducting soil and irrigation-water analysis. The program aims to give farmers better data on their water usage and explore how changes in equipment or practices can lead to greater efficiency. The Ag-DRIP program was initiated in response to the severe drought experienced in Utah agriculture from 2020 to 2022.
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Trump’s latest assault on public lands

Trump’s latest assault on public lands

Why the Trump administration wants to build roads through protected forests.