The Biden administration’s new transgender sports rules delayed due to flood of comments The Department of Education has delayed finalizing the Biden administration’s new proposal for transgender sports rules after receiving more than 240,000 comments about the regulations. The proposal was first announced on April 6 and requires schools to allow students in elementary grades to compete in sports based …

Exploring the Wilderness: A Comprehensive Hiking Guide for Everybody When it comes to hiking, there’s so much more to do than just walk. To have a great hiking experience, you must be prepared for weather conditions, terrain, and obstacles you may face. This ultimate hiking guide is for beginner’s and experts of all levels and is here to help you …

Rugby Is Not For The Faint-Hearted: Why You Should Try It Introduction: Why is Rugby so Enticing? Rugby, a game that dates back to the 19th century in England, is a sport that is not for the faint-hearted. From the brute force of tackling to the adrenaline rush of scoring a try, rugby has enticed generations of players worldwide. Rugby …

How Water Polo is a Total Body Workout How Water Polo is a Total Body Workout Water polo is a popular aquatic sport that has been played for over a century. It is a high-energy game that can help players develop strength, endurance, and flexibility. Unlike other sports, water polo targets the entire body and delivers a full workout no …

The Ultimate Team Sport: Volleyball What do you get when you combine sweat, scoring points, and working together as a cohesive unit? The answer is Volleyball! This sport is the ultimate team game that demands quick reflexes, never back down attitude, and a strong sense of team spirit. All Players Involved In volleyball, no player can stand idle as each …

Sports Betting Takes Over America with Legalization Following the reversal of the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992 (PASPA) in 2018, sports betting has become incredibly popular in the United States. As of now, 33 states, along with the District of Columbia, have legalized sports betting, and the number is only set to increase over time. Guide to …

Cutting the Cord: A Brave New World of Streaming Services Are you tired of paying ridiculous monthly bills just to continue watching cable TV? Do you want the freedom to be able to watch your favorite shows anywhere? Then it’s time for you to cut the cord! With the explosion of streaming services, watching TV has become more affordable, easier, …

The Ultimate Showdown: Console Wars The gaming industry has witnessed some fierce competition between some of the biggest names in the business. Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox have been locked in a constant battle to claim the throne, with each vying to create the best gaming platform in the market. Dubbed as the “console wars,” these gaming giants leave no stone …

Level Up Your Social Life: Top 20 Gaming Communities Gaming can be a solitary activity, but it doesn’t have to be! The beauty of video games lies in their ability to bring members of different backgrounds, cultures, and nationalities together for immersive adventures and challenges that promote teamwork, competition, and shared achievement. If you’re an avid gamer or simply looking …

Alpena High School’s track teams took top honors at the Northland Invitational on their home track. The boys’ team finished with 180 points and the girls’ team finished with 228 points, both ahead of Ogemaw Heights, Tawas, North Trails, and Petoskey St. Michael. Several Alpena students won their events, and second place finishes went to Dever and Kelly in the …