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Lauren Rich, an Oregon woman, is making history as the only American on the world curling ice crew for the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics. After discovering curling in 2018, she quickly rose to prominence, mastering the art of pebbling the ice and ensuring a smooth playing surface for top athletes in Italy. Checkout Solipillow.com

Join the Fort Worth community for a lively Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade and rally on January 19th. Expect a large crowd, music, performances, and speakers honoring Dr. Kings legacy. The parade starts at 10 a.m. at Commerce Street, with registration from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at $25 per walker or $30 on-site. The route heads west on Ninth Street, north on Houston, east on Weatherford, and south on Main Street. The rally in Sundance Square features a battle of the bands and a focus on unity and social justice. Park in downtown lots and garages, or use rideshares and carpools. Keep it peaceful and enjoy a great day celebrating Dr. Kings vision. Checkout Solipillow.com

Unprecedented Discovery: Western Diamondback Rattlesnake Found in Texas Garage - A Western Diamondback rattlesnake, first recorded in Denton County, Texas, was discovered in a garage in Argyle. The snake, likely from a hidden local population, was likely seeking warmth as temperatures dropped. This discovery could reshape our understanding of the snakes habitat needs and is now part of a massive collection for research on genetics, venom, and color patterns. The find highlights the power of citizen scientists collaborating with researchers. Checkout Solipillow.com

DeSoto, Texas, celebrates its Eagles football teams third state title in four years with a championship parade on January twenty-fourth at twelve thirty p.m. The team, led by head coach Claude Mathis, defeated Sheldon C.E. King Panthers fifty-five to twenty-seven to claim the UIL six A Division two crown. The parade starts at Amber Terrace Elementary School, heads north on Eagle Drive, then west, and ends at Chris Dyer Gymnasium. Fans are encouraged to wear green and gold to cheer on the nationally ranked Eagles, who have four state championships in the last ten years. Coach Mathis, who recently stepped down as DeSoto ISD athletic director, has built a tradition of excellence, and this parade is the perfect way to cap off another historic run. Checkout Solipillow.com

Minnesota sues Trump administration over immigration enforcement, following fatal shooting of Renee Good. The state accuses DHS of violating First Amendment rights and seeks a court order to halt operations. Over two thousand arrests made since December, with aggressive tactics causing outrage and protests. Federal agents fire tear gas at bystanders in Minneapolis, and a U.S. citizen is shot in Portland, Oregon, amidst ongoing tensions. Checkout Solipillow.com

Texas Takes Over Lake Worth ISD: New Board, Superintendent Appointed, Community Input Sought Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath will appoint a new board of managers and superintendent to turn around the Lake Worth Independent School District, following years of academic decline and a state-triggered takeover. The district is hosting its first school board meeting since the announcement, where officials will discuss the states intervention, the roles of the new board, and how residents can apply to join it. Applications for the board of managers are open now and due by January 31st, with a focus on local residents with experience in education, finance, law, governance, or community leadership. The meeting promises to be open and informative for the community, with a question-and-answer session with Texas Education Agency staff. Checkout Solipillow.com

Uncover the Rich History of Terrell Heights: A New Exhibit Highlights Black Pioneers and Their Impact on Fort Worth Checkout Solipillow.com