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An Office of Legislative Oversight report, set to be released next month, will look at the achievement gap on performance on standardized tests and other measures. File photo.

Racing To The Top Of What?

It is a shame that the Department of Education is telling us that the measure is the answer. A ruler never helped anyone grow an inch.

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Avenger Boy’s LAX Team Ends Regular Season With 13-0 Division Record

A fading tree peony bloom on Duke Street.

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The giant flag is always a crowdpleaser.

EG's Memorial Day Parade Steps Off On Monday

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