11/4/2020: Crews vacuum ‘murder hornets’ out of Washington nest - Canned Corn Shortages

Today's Article: Crews vacuum ‘murder hornets’ out of Washington nest
From: Associated Press
Readability Score: 11.4

Several months ago the story of 'murder hornets' reaching our shores got a lot of press. Scientists have located and eradicated a large nest in Washington state, making progress in eliminating the threat. Discuss news hype and/or ecosystems with today's article. These hornets are one of many threats to bees; you may want to follow up with izzit.org's Bee the Change.

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Readability Score: 6.7

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2/26/2020: In Greater Cincinnati, one of America’s most obscure presidents gets a parade - Charger Standardization

Today's Article: In Greater Cincinnati, one of America’s most obscure presidents gets a parade
From: The Cincinnati Enquirer
Readability Score: 11.2

On Presidents' Day, we honor two of the greatest: Washington and Lincoln. What about the 'not-so-great,' like William Henry Harrison? The town of North Bend, OH, holds a parade in his honor every February. Discuss history and presidents with today's article.

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Today's Alternate Article: Charger Standardization
Readability Score: 8.1

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4/28/2017: State Legislature Pushes to Let Kids Use Sunscreen in School - Selling Kids on Vegetables

Today's Article: State Legislature Pushes to Let Kids Use Sunscreen in School
From: US News and World Report (AP)
Readability Score: 11.7

Washington state lawmakers are considering a proposal allowing students to use sunscreen in school without permission.

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Readability Score: 6.6

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