Why a 55-mile Appalachian Trail trek is a mandatory rite of passage for these New Jersey freshmen

Newark, New Jersey — The New Jersey city of Newark is no national park. For many, the only sights are the bumpers ahead while sitting in traffic, and the only hikes are at the whim of a walk sign.  Yet here, of all places, is St. Benedict’s Preparatory School, a private high school that requires … Read more

Thousands of Appalachian voters flip from Democrat to Republican, narrowing registration lead

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A wave of party switching in West Virginia is reshaping the state’s political landscape, with tens of thousands of voters — including more than 16,000 Democrats — registering as Republicans since early 2024, according to new data released by the secretary of state. West Virginia Secretary of … Read more