SUMMARY: Election Day is just over three weeks away, and early voting begins in eight days on October 21st. Community members are preparing by educating themselves about the ballot, recognizing the importance of both presidential and local races. Many people, like Landon Munsch, emphasize the significance of understanding local issues that impact schools and taxes. Ana Hurley from Circles N-W-A highlights the group’s efforts to inform the public about candidates and their positions. A nonpartisan event to discuss local politics and ballot expectations will occur on October 23rd at the Fayetteville Public Library from 6 to 7:30 PM.

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SUMMARY: Ali Passmore, a fourth-grade teacher, donated her kidney to her sister, Worthy, who faced dialysis treatments and was set to be placed on the transplant waitlist. Witnessing her sister’s resolve and excitement post-surgery, Ali felt empowered to support her. For months, Worthy focused on recovery but, as the new school year began, she remained dedicated to connecting with her students. They communicated through Zoom and shared journals, allowing Worthy to stay involved in their lives despite her health challenges. Her determination and engagement with students exemplify her resilience and commitment as a teacher.

The Arkansas teacher received a kidney transplant from a fellow teacher, who is also her little sister.

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SUMMARY: Before Hurricane Milton, Helen severely impacted several Southeast states, leaving many in distress. The NOAA shared before-and-after images of Chimney Rock, NC—a town affected by significant landslides. Geologists, including Ben Mirus and Francis Ringers, are using advanced technology like laser scans and GPS to map over 600 landslides. They project thousands more could be discovered through satellite imagery due to increasingly extreme rainfall. Meanwhile, NASA’s Dr. Dalia Kershbaum is monitoring landslide-prone areas with satellite data. By combining data from various agencies and AI, the goal is to better predict landslides and enhance community safety and preparedness.

Since Hurricane Helene hit the state of North Carolina, several towns in the state have been struggling due to massive landslides.

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