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Tom's Guide
12 hours ago
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Massive Amazon weekend sale is live — 35 deals I'd shop right now from $5
Here's a secret I've learned in my 15+ years hunting for deals: Major retailers tend to offer their best deals at the end of the month. Amazon is no exception and this final weekend in May the retailer is offering discounts that match or beat the Memorial Day deals we just saw at the start of the week. For example, right now Amazon has Under Armour apparel on sale from $5. It's not the biggest Under Armour sale I've seen from Amazon, but it does boast the lowest starting price I've seen all year. Meanwhile, Father's Day is right around the corner and Amazon has Father's Day gift ideas on sale for well under $50. The sale includes popular brands like JBL, Sonos, Garmin, and more. Below I've rounded up all of the best end-of-month deals at Amazon. For more ways to save, check out our guide to the best Amazon promo codes. Amazon Haul: deals from $5 @ AmazonAmazon Haul is a new storefront featuring inexpensive deals on fashion, home, lifestyle, and more. It features over 300 million products across more than 35 product categories including brands like Columbia, Under Armour, Adidas, and more. As part of their latest sale, you can get name-brand apparel from $5. Under Armour: deals from $5 @ AmazonIt's not the biggest Under Armour sale I've seen at Amazon, but if you're looking for the lowest prices — this is your sale. Amazon has select Under Amour apparel on sale from $5. It includes men's and women's t-shirts, socks, shorts, and more. Adidas sale: deals from $6 @ AmazonFrom t-shirts to sneakers, Amazon is offering a wide variety of Adidas deals on men's, women's and children's apparel. After discount, deals start as low as $6. For instance, the women's Adidas Logo Tanktop (pictured) is over 30% off on Amazon and is available in a variety of colors. Lego sale: deals from $8 @ AmazonThe best Lego deals can usually be found in November and December, so I'm a little shocked that so many Lego sets are on sale now for the spring. You can get everything from Disney to Star Wars as well as generic sets. Carhartt sale: deals from $9 @ AmazonIf you're looking to upgrade your wardrobe, Carhartt has tons of rugged and stylish pieces you'll want to rock all season long. YETI sale: up to 20% off @ AmazonFor anyone who is always on the go, Amazon has multiple Yeti tumblers, coolers, and ramblers on sale from $17. We rarely see YETI deals so I recommend hopping on this ASAP. These midweight socks features a steel toe design and provide cushioning in all the right places. This 2-pack is available in Large or X-Large. It's sold via Amazon Haul. These 4-inch long Adidas shorts provider a cool, silky feel against your skin. They're great for volleyball, running, or any sport. They're available in a handful of colors with various inseam sizes ranging from 3 inches to 5 inches. It's sold via Amazon Haul. With the Under Armour Ignite Pro Slide Sandals, you'll be able to hit anywhere from the shower to the city in style and comfort. They come in a range of bright shades and have molded footbeds to cradle your feet. It's sold via Amazon Haul. The UA Tech V-Neck T-Shirt is an athletic shirt that looks at good at the gym as it does when you're out running errands. It's lightweight and made from a quick-drying, moisture-wicking fabric that'll keep you cool and dry on hot days. It's sold via Amazon Haul. Crocs: deals from $20 @ AmazonIf you need shoes with some extra traction, Amazon has a large range of Crocs on sale from $20. In addition to their treaded sole, many of them also have an adjustable fabric strap to keep them securely on your feet. This is a simple but reliable polo that'll become a staple in your wardrobe. It wicks sweat off your body and dries fast to keep you cool and comfortable, and is also treated to fight odors. TV sale: deals from $79 @ AmazonAmazon's current TV sale slashes prices as low as $79. While the cheapest deals are on lower-resolution 720p and 1080p sets, you can also score great discounts on 4K sets. Best Buy and Walmart are running similar check: from $69 @ Best Buy | from $74 @ Walmart The TCL Q6 is a fantastic display, equipped with a 60Hz refresh rate in tandem with support for the range of HDR standards. While you might be missing out on the screen tearing technologies, like G-Sync and AMD FreeSync, it does still have support for Dolby Vision and HDR10+. The Bravia 3 sits at the tail end of Sony's 2024 TV lineup, sporting a much more budget price point. It uses a 60Hz refresh rate on Sony's 4K HDR X1 processor, but gamers will enjoy the ALLM support and several PS5-specific features, like Auto HDR Tone Mapping and Auto Game Picture Mode. You also get HDR10/HLG/Dolby Vision support and Google TV. The Roku Pro Series is what we called "great performance on a budget" — and that's when it was full price. For the price, you're getting 4K quality, Mini-LED backlighting and Dolby Atmos sound. Plus, it's Roku, so there's a bunch of smart features to take advantage of, too. The TCL QM7K is a budget-friendly Mini-LED TV that is perfect for folks who want to upgrade to a truly impressive TV without breaking the bank. It features built-in Google TV with Chromecast, a slate of sought-after gaming features (such as HDMI 2.1 and 4K gaming up to 144Hz), and a bright, colorful picture worthy of movie night. In our TCL QM7K QD-Mini LED TV review we said the Editor's Choice TV is an affordable TV you can count on. LG C4 4K OLED TV sale: deals from $896 @ AmazonThe C4 is LG's flagship OLED TV. It's powered by LG's A9 processor and features a 120Hz panel, Dolby Vision/ HDR10/HLG support, built-in Amazon Alexa, four HDMI 2.1 ports and Apple AirPlay 2 support. It's also one of the few OLED TVs that can natively accept a 144Hz input from a PC. In our LG C4 OLED TV review, we said the content looked colorful and dazzlingly bright on the new C4 series.42" for $89648" for $99655" for $1,196 65" for $1,29677" for $1,99683" for $3,296 Panasonic TVs are making a comeback in the U.S. Built around Panasonic's HCX Pro AI Processor MKII, this OLED TV offers support for HDR10/HDR10+/Dolby Vision/HLG and Dolby Atmos audio. On the gaming front, you get a 120Hz panel with VRR, AMD FreeSync Premium, and NVIDIA G-Sync support. It comes in 55- and 65-inch size options. Nothing adds outdoor ambiance like a killer playlist and the very best solar lights. This outdoor-rated pack is built with shatterproof plastic bulbs that are currently 56% off at Amazon. Plug them in when the sun sets and enjoy 27 feet-worth and up to six full hours of a soft, white glow. Anyone who is instead looking for a great deal on a video doorbell should check out this one on Arlo's 2K video doorbell. We found a lot to like about it — for example, it works with Google, Alexa and HomeKit and can be easily installed because it runs on a battery or can be hardwired. The 2K resolution produces incredibly sharp video with 12x digital zoom. However, many of the features are gated behind the subscription and the device itself is a bit bulky. Lounge in your backyard, on your patio or poolside in ultimate comfort with this set of padded, weather-resistant reclining chairs. The chairs conform to your body while an adjustable headrest adds an extra level of comfort. They also feature a lightweight, folding design so you can bring them along with you to the beach, park or your next tailgate. Skip the gas and charcoal for this plug-and-play electric grill. Its 320 square inches of cook space is plenty enough for up to 12 burgers or 4 large steaks. The infrared technology heats up fast, maintains even temperatures, and prevents flare-ups. Traeger grills: deals from $389 @ AmazonAmazon has select Traeger grill on sale from $389. The sale includes electric grills, wood pellet smokers, and portable grills. Prices start from $389 after discount. If you like the idea of having a covered storage area for your propane tank, the E-210 is a great option. It offers 450 square inches of cooking space total, with 360 inches of this sitting on the main cooking grid, a good amount of space for a two-burner grill. The JBL Go 3 is the ideal Bluetooth speaker for traveling and outdoor adventures, and it's dropped to $29 at Amazon. It's IP67 waterproof and dustproof, and ultra-compact in size. But it still offers surprisingly strong sound and up to five hours of playback on a single battery charge. We were seriously impressed with these tiny but mighty earbuds in our Jlab Jbuds Mini review. They're incredibly compact but deliver excellent sound and up to 20 hours of battery life. They even made our list of the best cheap wireless earbuds. They may cost less than $55, but the 1More SonoFlow SE are still an incredible pair of headphones. Packing 50-hour battery life, robust sound, great ANC and excellent sound quality, these 'phones delivery pretty much everything you could want for a very low price. In our 1More SonoFlow SE review, we rated them 4/5 stars. The Wonderboom 4 is built for the outdoors with a rugged design and sturdy build. I really liked the speaker in my UE Wonderboom 4 review, especially the surprisingly bassy sound that you might expect from a larger speaker. 16 hours of battery life means you'll be able to get through most of the day on a charge. The Sony WF-C710N are our new choice for the best wireless earbuds under $150. They excelled in pretty much every category in our Sony WF-C710N review, delivering impressive sound, strong active noise canceling and amazing bass. Plus, their battery life lasts up to 33.5 hours with ANC off or up to 30 hours with ANC on. And their Glass Blue colorway looks amazing. The Sonos Move 2 remains our top pick for Bluetooth speakers. It's not cheap by any stretch of the imagination, but it's loaded with smart features and has 24 hours of battery life to make sure you can keep listening for hours on end. Its sleek good looks help it worm its way into your heart as well. The 2025 iPad features a larger 11-inch (2360 x 1640) screen, A16 CPU, 12MP rear/front cameras, USB-C connectivity, and Magic Keyboard Folio ($249) support. The base model features 128GB of storage, which double the capacity of its predecessor. It's available in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB capacities. The new Apple Watch boasts a thinner/lighter design, faster charging, and a new FDA-authorized sleep apnea detection feature. Other new key features include 30% more screen area, rounded corners, and a first-ever wide-angle OLED display. In our Apple Watch 10 review we said the optimized watchOS 11 experience and faster charging are worthwhile and make this the Apple Watch to get for most people. The new MacBook Air is powered by Apple's latest M4 chipset. The new Mac upgrades the camera from 1080p to 12MP with Center Stage support. The M4 chipset also supports dual external monitors, even when you have the laptop's lid open. It packs a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display (2560 x 1664), Apple's M4 CPU w/ 10-core GPU, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB SSD. In our MacBook Air M4 review, we said the Editor's Choice laptop is irresistible thanks to its speedy performance, sharper camera, and lower starting price. In our iMac M4 review, we gave the Editor's Choice all-in-one four stars for delivering better performance than any iMac to date. And right now, it's the lowest price we've ever seen it. If you're looking for a new desktop, or an upgrade on your old one, this excellent saving will bring the power of M4 to your home for less. It features a 24-inch 4480 x 2520 display, 16GB of RAM, M4 chipset, 256GB SSD, and 12MP webcam.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Only in Florida: Jacksonville police seek man who stole ferret by concealing in shorts
May is winding down with record-challenging heat. First Alert Chief Meteorologist Mike Buresh says today will be the 18th 90 degree day in Jacksonville for the month, breaking a May monthly record for number of 90 degree days. The weekend is looking mainly dry with highs in the mid to upper 80s. Hurricane season starts Sunday, June 1. Jacksonville police are looking for a man who they say stole a ferret from a pet store by putting it down his shorts. It happened on Tuesday night at Petland on Beach Boulevard near Hodges. An incident report describes the man as having 'a unique long mustache' and that he was 'wearing a blue Under Armour cutoff shirt and 'Navy' logo shorts.' The report notes the man 'fondles the ferret for quite some time.' Three Big Things to Know: Jacksonville Sheriff TK Waters defends the way his officers handled the arrest of three people at a city council meeting. And a 'credit card' sized knife that made its way past security and into Jacksonville City Council Chambers is putting pressure on the private company paid millions to protect City Hall and other Jacksonville buildings. The U.S. will soon revoke the visas of Chinese students. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the U.S. will begin revoking the visas of some Chinese students, 'including those with connections to the Chinese Communist Party or studying in critical fields.' Florida stands by man's best friend. That's what Governor Ron DeSantis said yesterday as he signed two animal cruelty bills into law. Trooper's Law makes it a third-degree felony to restrain and abandon a dog outdoors during a declared natural disaster or evacuation order. Trooper's Law is named after a dog named Trooper that was tied up by the side of the road during Hurricane Milton.
New York Times
3 days ago
- Business
- New York Times
Ravens' Mark Andrews is moving on from tumultuous offseason: ‘I'm very thankful to be here'
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — After staying away from the team facility for much of the offseason, quarterback Lamar Jackson returned to the Under Armour Performance Center Wednesday for Baltimore's second organized team activity, and suddenly everything felt right in the Ravens' world again. To accentuate his return, Jackson did what he's done so often in practices and games over the past seven years. Advertisement Dropping back on the first play of the full-team segment of OTAs, Jackson spotted Mark Andrews with a step on cornerback Marlon Humphrey as he cut across the middle. Jackson delivered the ball to the tight end in stride, and Andrews cut upfield. Andrews doesn't reveal himself as the sentimental type, at least not in his comments to reporters over the years. Whether the completion — and he had several more in Wednesday's OTA — carried any extra significance to him, Andrews didn't say. However, it certainly felt notable after he spent the offseason ignoring the criticism of his play in the Ravens' season-ending playoff loss to the Buffalo Bills and the questions about his future in Baltimore. 'It feels great,' Andrews said after Wednesday's practice. Jackson 'was throwing the ball extremely well today, and there were a bunch of guys flying around. Our guys are working and putting in that work, and I'm excited for it.' 8 brings the joy!! — Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) May 28, 2025 Wednesday marked Andrews' first comments to a group of Baltimore-area reporters in more than four months. He did not speak to the media following the Ravens' divisional round, 27-25 loss to the Bills, a game in which he dropped the potential game-tying two-point conversion in the final 93 seconds and also lost a fumble in Buffalo territory earlier in the fourth quarter. He carried that disappointment into the offseason and then quickly found his name intertwined in speculation that he was a release or trade candidate. It was not unfounded, at least the trade part. Andrews, like fellow tight ends Isaiah Likely and Charlie Kolar, is entering the final year of his contract and possesses a $16.9 million salary-cap hit. General manager Eric DeCosta was noncommittal early in the offseason about Andrews' future, and he listened to trade inquiries about the three-time Pro Bowl selection. The Ravens, though, believe they are a better team with Andrews on the field, and they weren't interested in moving the 29-year-old for a late Day 3 draft pick. Andrews maintained that he blocked out the trade talk and put all of his focus into preparing for the 2025 season. Advertisement 'It's always just putting in the work, and (however) the cards are played, they're played,' he said. 'But I focus on myself and this team and let all the other stuff deal however it's going to be dealt with, but I'm extremely excited to be here. This is an incredible organization. I'm very thankful to be here for my eighth year.' That the franchise's all-time leader in receiving touchdowns is attending voluntary workouts this week almost feels like a turning of the page from a tumultuous offseason and the disappointment in Buffalo. 'It's tough. This is my life. I put a lot of work into this, and everything I do is kind of focused on that,' Andrews said. 'It wasn't the way that I had planned it, but that's all part of the story. I've been using it (as motivation), and I've had an incredible offseason, and I'm excited just to show what I can continue to do and continue to prove myself and step up in big moments. And that's the thing about sports is that it doesn't always fall your way. It doesn't always go your way, but it's how you bounce back. 'Really just surrounded myself with good people, not look at the outside noise and look myself in the mirror obviously, and just know the type of player that I am, know the type of work that I put in, and, as a professional, it's all about being able to move past it, but storing that in the memory bank and understanding that this is not the end.' Andrews incorporated some advice from teammate Derrick Henry and altered his offseason workout routine. He said the goal was to be better prepared mentally and physically for the long grind of the season. For many weeks, it wasn't clear whether he'd even be in Baltimore. That's what made his presence at OTAs so significant this week. 'I'm glad everybody's speculation has died down, and I finally have to give him a hug when he came in, because we're finally back at it, finally back on the turf together,' Likely said. 'That's big bro. He's been teaching me since I got here. From the run game, the pass game, how to watch film, how to take care of my body, and really just (cherish) every moment in the league. I'm glad to have him back, glad I have 89 with me all the time.' Advertisement • Jackson's return highlighted what was a well-attended OTA for the Ravens. The only players not on the field in some capacity were right guard Daniel Faalele, linebackers Kyle Van Noy and Jake Hummel, and defensive backs Chidobe Awuzie and Ar'Darius Washington. Harbaugh said Faalele is working his way through some 'physical things,' and he expects him to be on the field soon. Awuzie participated in Tuesday's OTA but missed Wednesday's session with an illness. Washington tore his Achilles during the offseason workout program earlier this month. Harbaugh said Washington had a 'clean tear' and he's aiming to return to the field by November or December. Rookie third-round offensive tackle Emery Jones Jr. watched practice from the sideline as he continues to rehab a shoulder injury. • Odafe Oweh is among several key Ravens who are participating in the voluntary OTAs despite entering the final year of their contracts. Oweh's presence stood out on Wednesday because of his new physique. Just days after the playoff loss to the Bills, Oweh headed down to Florida with one goal in mind: getting bigger and stronger. The result? He now weighs 265 pounds after adding 20 pounds to his frame. After a 10-sack season last year, Oweh hopes the added weight helps diversify his pass rush and gives him more of a power element to go along with his speed and explosiveness. • As part of their kicking competition to replace the released Justin Tucker, the Ravens are rotating days of repetitions for rookie sixth-round pick Tyler Loop and undrafted rookie free agent John Hoyland. Wednesday was Hoyland's turn as he handled the kicking duties. In his first media availability since the Ravens released Tucker on May 5, Harbaugh said the decision was 'complex.' Said Harbaugh: 'It's a multi-layer decision. If it was just a black and white simple thing, then it would be easy to understand, but I think anybody can look at the whole thing in perspective and say, 'OK, we've got to have a kicker ready to go,' and there's a whole lot of moving parts of that deal. It is just the reality of it.' • The Ravens agreed to terms with veteran defensive tackle John Jenkins on May 16, but the deal won't become official until after June 1. That explains why he hasn't officially been added to the Ravens' 90-man roster. Harbaugh said the delay is because the team needs a roster spot for Jenkins, and it'll get one once the retirement of nose tackle Michael Pierce becomes official post-June 1. Advertisement • Harbaugh said he's in the process of finalizing details for joint practices with the Indianapolis Colts, who the Ravens open the preseason against in Baltimore on Aug. 7, and the Washington Commanders, who will host the Ravens on Aug. 23. Harbaugh said it will be just one joint practice with each team, similar to the arrangement with the Green Bay Packers last summer.
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Luke Littler's treat to himself after huge cash win said it all about £1.8m teen
Darts sensation Luke Littler is on a trajectory that could cement him as one of the sport's richest stars, yet the 18-year-old has always had a fairly restrained approach when it comes to spending Luke Littler may be worth an astonishing £1.8million at just 18. But his eye for a low-key purchase from the start of his career suggested the teen star was never going to grow too big for his boots. Littler will be hopeful of defending his title when the 2025 Premier League Darts season reaches its climax this Thursday at The 02 Arena in London. Now known for regularly stunning the darts scene, 'The Nuke' beat World No. 1 Luke Humphries a year ago to win the competition during his maiden season. It could be argued that Littler has already reached the pinnacle of his sport by winning the PDC World Darts Championship in January. Yet it was at the previous year's Worlds, after having earned £35,000, where fans were given an early insight into Littler's level-headed spending habits – an attribute that the humble star has continued to exhibit, despite his ever-blossoming wealth. 'I always treat myself to some Under Armour tracksuits,' he said to The Telegraph in December 2023 when asked how he spends his extravagant winnings. "And just get myself a new coat and get myself some FIFA points for my Xbox. That's pretty much it. That's what I've always done. When I win money, I just treat myself, buy some packs, get some good players." Littler ended up raking in £200,000 from the 2024 tournament after making the final. Yet as more money rolled in, his conservative eye for spending remained. When quizzed in September 2024 about his most luxurious buy since hitting the big time, the teenager said: "I bought myself a nice bag." The youngest ever World Champion has also won three other major titles, aside from the World Championships and Premier League, in the form of the Grand Slam, World Series Finals and the 2025 UK Open. His bank balance has ballooned as a result. Before his success, Littler lived with his parents in a £180,000, two-bedroom semi-detached home in Warrington. In another testament to his thoughtful nature, he has since moved his family into a larger house in the suburbs of Cheshire. The youngster is believed to be renting the property, however. Perhaps Littler would finally display his winnings with a fancy new motor? Not quite. While he has also made a small fortune thanks to a variety of lucrative sponsorship deals with the likes of BooHooMan, KP Nuts and Xbox, he elected to choose a rather modest car when asked what vehicle he would opt for. "I've always loved a Mercedes A-Class - just a small car," he said earlier this year. "Last year, I was looking at driving, and I loved the Ford Focus, but now I've gone up in the world just a little. "If I get a car, it won't be a birthday present from anyone. I think it would have to be a birthday present from me to me.' Littler now faces Gerwyn Price, who has won six of their past eight meetings, on Thursday night, in semi-final one the finale. This year the winner will pocket £275,000 in prize money while the runner-up will earn £125,000. The two losing semi-finalists will be handed £85,000 each.
Epoch Times
5 days ago
- General
- Epoch Times
Oklahoma High School Holds Signing Ceremonies Not for Athletes, But for Military Recruits
Signing day ceremonies are always a big deal across the football-crazy Sooner State. In the Stillwater High School gym adorned with an Under Armour sports apparel backdrop, several graduating seniors recruited to take their skills to the next level recently affirmed their commitments for the next four years. But the familiar favorites—Oklahoma State, University of Oklahoma, Texas A&M, LSU—were absent from the April 23 events. No coaches from any collegiate sport were there. Instead, military recruiters took center stage with the proud, patriotic teenagers and their parents. Seven honorees committed to the Oklahoma Army National Guard, and one enlisted in the Navy. Each one explained his or her choice to the audience and talked about future goals. For decades, Stillwater High School held ceremonies to recognize college commitments for student athletes. But this was the first time military enlistees were honored with similar pageantry, said principal Walter Howell. Related Stories 5/3/2025 3/4/2025 'It was a cool thing,' he told The Epoch Times. 'It worked out really well. We're going to keep this going every year.' The event was Howell's idea. He first thought about it in 2020, when the graduation ceremony was postponed because of COVID-19. Five military enlistees had to report for basic training before the rescheduled date months after the last day of school, so the principal quickly organized a special commencement event for them. Similar military enlistee recognition events took place in other communities throughout Oklahoma and across the country in recent weeks ahead of high school graduations and Memorial Day. The recognition ceremonies are appreciated and appropriate, but America has a long way to go in complying with federal laws that require high schools to provide the same level of access to military recruiters as they do to higher education institutions, federal lawmakers and policy organizations report. A 2024 Rand Corporation research The research agency surveyed 1,107 public schools. It found that 51 percent of schools in 2023 did not provide lists of student names to military recruiters, even though they did so for colleges, and 32 percent of schools did not provide military recruiters any access to facilities to set up information booths, participate in career fairs, make classroom presentations, or display posters. Rand found that high schools in the southeast and Midwest were more recruiter-friendly, while access issues were more common in suburban and urban schools in the west and northeastern parts of the country. Some school administrators and guidance counselors accused recruiters of 'poaching students from colleges, targeting them to be front-liners, or preying on communities of lower socioeconomic status,' the report said. 'There was pushback initially in inviting military in due to social justice concerns,' the report said, quoting an administrator from one unidentified school saying 'Our population of students was vulnerable, and we didn't want to exploit students.' At another school, a parent complained after a recruiter visited a classroom, saying they 'don't want their child to be in that position again,' the report said. 'School representatives sometimes view the military as the last resort option and do not recognize military opportunities for educational benefits as sufficient pathway to developing a wide range of skills,' the report said. 'Some recruiters perceived that school counselors and other school personnel have greater incentives to send students to college and hence improve school rankings, and therefore limit recruiter access to schools to discourage students from pursuing military opportunities. ' In response, Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) recently proposed the Service Enlistment and Recruitment of Valuable (SERVE) Engagement Act. The legislation promotes Junior ROTC programs, recognizes recruiter-friendly institutions as 'HERO Schools,' and creates a National Week of Military Recruitment. 'By increasing avenues to the benefits and pathways of a career in the military, we can unlock even more opportunities and brighter futures for our next generation,' Ernst, a combat veteran with 23 years of military service, said in an April 30 'The call to service is loud and clear, and through the SERVE Act, our nation can bolster recruitment efforts and build the most lethal, efficient, and effective force in the world.' The U.S. military has struggled to meet recruitment goals in recent years, though in February, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth In addition, the Air Force Howell, the Stillwater High School principal, said the military is deeply personal to him. His father and grandfather fought in wars, along with many other distant family members. He was disappointed by Rand's findings but not surprised. He challenges guidance counselors across the nation to set aside any biases against the military and at least suggest enlistment in measure with college or the workforce. 'With military or going into the trades, sometimes kids were afraid to raise their hands,' Howell said. 'I think we've made a mistake in the past 30 years in public education because we have pushed college for all. Whether it's college, work, or the military, I want kids to be able to connect with something they believe in.'
