Winn-Dixie in Valrico throws graduation ceremony for workers graduating from high school

A manager for a Winn-Dixie in Valrico knew some of her employees who were high school students were missing out on the chance to be recognized at a traditional graduation ceremony. Instead, she planned for one right at the store.

U.S. Army, Texas A&M building nation's largest hypersonic testing center

According to Texas A&M, the complex will feature the nation's only kilometer-long (.06 mile) hypersonic facility. This facility will help determine the best design and materials for the fastest vehicles ever built, the school stated. 

Snoop Dogg, Shaq team up with Raising Canes to host nationwide grad party

Both Snoop Dog (DJ Snoopadelic) and Shaquille O'Neal (Dj Diesel) will be hosting the graduation party as guest DJs. The event starts at 8 p.m. on Friday, May 15.  

California 8th grader gives graduation speech to empty school yard

President Chima Oluo will post his pre-recorded speech on the school's website for the 1,000 peers and their families to view.

Trump's push for opening school clashes with Fauci's caution

President Donald Trump's push appears at odds with cautions by the nation's leading immunologist, Dr. Anthony Fauci, who is wary of returning to normal activities too quickly.

Fauci urges caution on schools, warns against ‘cavalier’ idea that children are immune from COVID-19

Speaking at a Tuesday Senate hearing, Dr. Anthony Fauci had a sharp retort for Sen. Rand Paul after the Kentucky Republican said that Fauci was not the “end all” in knowledge about the coronavirus, and that it’s “kind of ridiculous” to suggest children should be kept out of school in the fall.

Trump presses for schools to reopen, takes dig at Fauci

The president accused Fauci of wanting “to play all sides of the equation," a comment that suggested he is tiring of the nation's top infectious disease expert.

California State University system to continue online classes for fall semester

Most students won't be returning to campuses within the California State University System in the fall, the chancellor announced Tuesday, stating that classes will remain primarily online due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Texas policy experts issue playbook for post coronavirus recovery

The report notes that COVID-19 has caused disruptions that have provided opportunities to reshape Texas' approach to critical services such as health care, education, and economic development for both rural and urban communities. 

Georgia teacher running more than 50 miles to visit all of his students

In these days of Zoom calls and virtual learning, teachers are starting to miss their kids. One teacher in Kennesaw decided he was going to visit all of his students.  But this is no drive-by.  He's lacing up his sneakers and running to all of their homes.

How to choose a college during the coronavirus crisis

What to do when deciding on colleges and you can’t visit the campus due to coronavirus closures.

10 of the best student loan refinance companies

Credible identified 10 of the best student loan refinance companies using 12 different categories of data. Here are our picks based on student loan refinancing rates and more.

CapMetro launches mobile hotspot program with Austin ISD

To help supplement, CapMetro is now sending MetroAccess vehicles to locations from 2-8 p.m. every weekday.