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Appalachian State women's soccer just set a new program record with their eighth straight unbeaten game after defeating Georgia State 1-0 in their Sun Belt Conference home opener. The Mountaineers broke a three-way tie with historic streaks from 2005 and 2007, proving this season is something special.
Fifth-seeded Michigan State overcame a halftime deficit and survived a last-second three-point attempt to edge 12th-seeded Colorado State 65-62 in the NCAA Tournament's opening round. Grace VanSlooten's double-double and Kennedy Blair's clutch shooting powered the Spartans' comeback despite facing an inspired underdog playing without their leading scorer.
South Carolina State University's championship victory earned more than a trophy—it made history. For the first time ever, an HBCU flag now flies over the State House dome.
Appalachian State University partnered with Planet Courage to show students they already have the skills to fight climate change. The event featured films spotlighting local organizations turning everyday passion into climate solutions.
Winston-Salem State's softball team is heading to the championship game after a thrilling 7-5 comeback victory over Bowie State. The Rams held off a fierce seventh-inning rally to secure their spot in Saturday's title game.
Alaska lawmakers are considering making the giant green cabbage the official state vegetable, honoring a farming tradition that produced a world record 138-pound head. The proposal celebrates the state's thriving agricultural community and its oversized produce champions.
For the first time ever, a historically Black college's flag waves over South Carolina's State House. The honor celebrates South Carolina State University's thrilling championship victory and marks a powerful moment of recognition.
South Carolina State University made history twice this week: winning the HBCU national championship and becoming the first historically black college to fly its flag over the State House. A victory parade Wednesday will celebrate both milestones.
Down by five entering the fourth quarter, Fayetteville State women's basketball stormed back to defeat Bowie State 49-46 and earn a spot in Saturday's CIAA Championship. The Broncos held their opponents scoreless for the final four minutes in a defensive masterclass.
Kaduna State has earned Nigeria's third-best state ranking and a four-star rating from an independent performance assessment. The recognition reflects real improvements in governance, healthcare, education, and citizen services across the northern Nigerian state.
Thousands of fans flooded Bozeman's Main Street to celebrate Montana State's dramatic overtime victory for the FCS national championship. The 35-34 win over Illinois State marked the Bobcats' first football title in 42 years and brought an entire state together in blue and gold.
A 16-day celebration bringing all 50 states and six U.S. territories together will transform Washington D.C.'s National Mall this June. The Great American State Fair marks 250 years of American history with a 110-foot Ferris wheel, state pavilions, and cultural exhibits stretching from the Capitol to the Washington Monument.
Four Athens County students are among 330 young people across Appalachian Ohio receiving life-changing scholarships this year. The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio just awarded over $870,000 to help students pursue their dreams.
Nigeria's Pharmaceutical Society is celebrating Adamawa State's healthcare overhaul as a blueprint for the nation. The rare recognition highlights infrastructure improvements and patient-focused reforms transforming one of Nigeria's northeastern states.
Southern states are solving America's housing crisis by cutting red tape and making it easier to build new homes. Their strategy is keeping prices lower while northern states struggle with restrictive rules.
Ogun State in Nigeria has climbed to second place nationwide in a major governance performance ranking, reflecting real improvements in infrastructure, healthcare, and economic growth. The achievement positions the state as a rising investment destination just behind Lagos.
Two high school athletes are on the verge of joining an elite group with 11 career state titles each. The CHSAA State Track & Field Championships begin Thursday with 61 returning champions competing across five classes.
States that voted for Trump are driving America's solar boom, accounting for nearly three-fourths of new solar installations this year. Texas, Florida, and eight other red states topped the solar construction charts despite federal rollbacks on clean energy support.
North Adams High School senior Beau Hesler shattered Ohio's state record in the 400-meter dash with a blazing 16.52-second finish. The small-town athlete is headed to state finals in five events, bringing a trail of broken records and inspired teammates with him.
A journalist discovered his cousin had nearly $30,000 in unclaimed money sitting with the state. His investigation revealed that American states are holding over $100 billion that belongs to everyday people who don't know it exists.
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