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• Did you know that human hair can be composted? It’s actually a great organic material to add to gardens, compost bins or soil, thanks to its high nitrogen content.

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TODAY IN HISTORY

In 1790, the District of Columbia was established as the permanent capital of the United States.In 1945, the United States successfully detonated a test nuclear weapon at the Alamogordo Air Base in New Mexico, an event now considered to mark the beginning of the Atomic Age.

Pool back open

The Clinton Muncipal Pool at McLain Rogers Park has officially re-opened, according to City Manager Robert Johnston.“It seems to be OK. We’ll make it to the finish line this year,” said Johnston. With a grin, he added, “Maybe not headline news, but we’ll close the loop on that.

Trump’s big bill shapes the battle for House control in 2026

(AP) — Debate over President Donald Trump’s sweeping budget-and-policy package is over on Capitol Hill. Now the argument goes national.

Man dies in jail awaiting trial for killing wife and her parents

(AP) — A Los Angeles man accused of killing and dismembering his wife, her mother and her stepfather has died in jail while awaiting trial, authorities said Monday.

Daytime stroll

Jose Chavez walks his dogs Cujo and Mr. Mustard past the Clinton Post Office while visiting from Chicago to see family.

Bald eagle’s new status brings hope to many Native Americans

(AP) — Some Native Americans traditionally bestow bald eagle feathers at ceremonies to mark achievements, such as graduations, and as a form of reverence for the bird they hold sacred as a messenger to the Creator.This year, many are doing so with elevated pride and hope.

Water buffalo kills farmer in rural suburb outside of Oklahoma City

JONES, Okla. (AP) — A farmer in a rural suburb outside of Oklahoma City was fatally attacked by a pair of water buffaloes he purchased at a livestock auction a day earlier, police said.

Field trip fun

Paeton Eaton repels down a wall during a field trip to Crowder Lake with Summer Playground.