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Movie Review: “Weapons”

By: Bob Garver       In a weekend that I could have sworn would be dominated by family-friendly franchise fare “Freakier Friday,” it was R-rated horror movie “Weapons” pulling off the upset. What happened here? I know stars Julia Garner and Josh Brolin have important roles in the MCU, but were they such draws without…

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Choosing the Right Contactor for Your Business

Electrical contactors might not be the most glamorous components in your industrial setup, but they’re absolutely critical to keeping your operations running smoothly. They work behind the scenes to switch circuits on and off, protect your motors from overload conditions, and control the flow of electricity throughout your facility. Selecting the wrong contactor can lead…

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Why Reinforced Concrete Design Is Still the Backbone of Modern Civil Engineering

Concrete is one of humanity’s oldest building materials — used in ancient Rome, Mesopotamia, and early civilizations. But what transformed concrete from an ancient invention into the core of modern infrastructure was the introduction of reinforcement. By combining concrete with steel, engineers created a composite material capable of resisting the full range of forces acting…

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CoffeeTime: “Chocolate bars are great!”

Send responses to: andybowman839@gmail.com     Alex suddenly realized he was starving, according to his standards. Of course, that standard set low, as his stomach pretty much governed his life. Forty-five minutes without something going into his mouth seemed like forever to that growing teenager. Flinging aside his American History homework, he leaped off his bed and…

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Long Beach High Gears Up for Fall with “Meet the Bearcats”

Long Beach Senior High School is set to welcome students, families, and community members to its “Meet the Bearcats” kickoff event on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 6 p.m. at Lumpkin Magee Stadium. The evening will serve as an opportunity for fans to show their support for the Bearcats while enjoying a variety of activities…

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Vibrant Tips for Infusing More Color Into Your Wedding

Your wedding should reflect your personality, and what better way to showcase who you are than through vibrant, eye-catching colors? Gone are the days when brides felt restricted to traditional white and ivory palettes. Modern couples embrace bold hues, playful combinations, and unexpected splashes of color that transform their special day into a true celebration…

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