College Sports
- New post: New Jersey College Sports Roundup: Basketball, Wrestling, and Award‑Winning Athletes Make Headlines — a state‑wide roundup celebrating recent standout performances in college basketball, wrestling, and athletic awards. https://explorenewjersey.org/category/college-sports/
Music & Culture
- “Tou‑Pac‑A‑Lous!” Illuminates Tupac Shakur’s Literary Brilliance, Redefining Hip-Hop as High Art — an in‑depth look at the new book by Cherry Hill author Sylas Graham, analyzing 25 literary devices in Tupac’s lyrics and framing hip-hop as serious poetry. https://explorenewjersey.org/category/art-culture/
- Harmonium Choral Society Rings in the Holidays with “Season of Blessings” Concerts in Morristown — announcement of the Society’s 2025 holiday performances on December 13–14 at the historic Presbyterian Church, offering readers a festive musical event to mark their calendars. https://explorenewjersey.org/category/entertainment/
Football / NFL
- NFL Pom-Pom Knit Caps Bring Style, Warmth, and Team Spirit This Season — feature on Pro Merch’s new winter-ready knit cap collection for NFL fans, combining practicality and fan pride. https://explorenewjersey.org/category/football/
Politics
- New Jersey Legislature Tackles Controversial Bills During Lame Duck Session — overview of major legislation under discussion in the current session: from housing and climate to healthcare and state oversight. https://explorenewjersey.org/category/politics/
Weather Report
- Winter Weather Arrives for Northern New Jersey While Southern Regions Expect Rain — alert for a system bringing snow and ice to northwestern counties and rain elsewhere across New Jersey today. https://explorenewjersey.org/category/weather-report/
Lifestyle & Education
- Collingswood School District Examines Transportation Solutions for Students with Long Commutes — coverage of the district’s efforts to identify new transportation options for students from Oaklyn and Woodlynne who face long commutes under current rules. https://explorenewjersey.org/category/lifestyle/
Entertainment & Local Events
- Hoboken’s Washington Street to Spark Holiday Cheer with Annual Night Out Celebration — preview of the Holiday Night Out event happening December 13, where shops, restaurants, and local businesses along Washington Street will offer a festive mix of shopping, dining, and community spirit. https://explorenewjersey.org/category/entertainment/
Technology / Business
- A Major Industrial Transformation Takes Shape on Jersey City’s West Side — report on the redevelopment of the former printing plant site at 125 Theodore Conrad Drive into the modern Goodman Logistics Center, adding over 427,000 square feet of industrial space. https://explorenewjersey.org/category/real-estate/
- KangoHR CEO Todd Horton Strengthens National Influence as More Companies Turn to Recognition-Driven Workplace Solutions — profile of KangoHR and its founder, highlighting how the company’s employee-recognition platform is gaining ground in national conversations about workplace culture and HR solutions. https://explorenewjersey.org/category/business/
Food & Local Business
- Netty’s Sweets Brings Small-Batch Chocolate Craftsmanship to the Heart of Downtown Toms River — feature on a boutique chocolatier offering handmade confections in Toms River, showcasing how small businesses are shaping local culinary culture. https://explorenewjersey.org/category/business/
Business / Home & Design
- Paragon Exotic Stone Broadens Its High‑End Flooring Portfolio for Homes and Businesses Across New Jersey — A look at how Paragon Exotic Stone is expanding its reach across residential and commercial spaces in the state. https://explorenewjersey.org
Technology & Business
- Tekcesta LLC Unveils Privacy‑First AI Solutions Targeting SMBs and Local Governments in New Jersey — Report on how this New Jersey‑based firm is rolling out AI and hybrid computing platforms with a privacy-first approach for businesses and municipalities. https://explorenewjersey.org
Health & Wellness / Policy
- New Jersey Faces Mounting Prescription Drug Pressures as Lawmakers Weigh Costly Policy Shifts — Coverage of growing concerns over prescription drug costs in the state and legislative proposals that could impact accessibility and affordability. https://explorenewjersey.org
Sports / Hockey
- Devils Halt Skid, Reset Momentum and Look to Rebuild Confidence as Injuries and Tough Matchups Continue to Shape the Season — Update on the New Jersey Devils’ recent rebound amid injuries and challenging schedule. https://explorenewjersey.org
Politics / State News
- Congress Demands Transparency on Federal Use of Military Bases for Immigration Detention as New Jersey Facility Draws Scrutiny — Insight into the debate surrounding use of a New Jersey military base for immigrant detention and federal transparency demands. https://explorenewjersey.org
Lifestyle / Local Government & Education
- Morris County’s New Career Training Center Showcases a Future‑Focused Vision for Workforce Development — On the new county training facility and what it means for vocational and technical education across Morris County and beyond. https://explorenewjersey.org
Weather Report & Environment
- Aurora Over the Garden State: When and How New Jersey Residents Can Catch a Rare Northern Lights Display — Forecast and conditions for a possible Northern Lights display visible from parts of New Jersey this evening. https://explorenewjersey.org
Food & Local Business
This round‑up captures the breadth of today’s coverage across Explore New Jersey — from college sports and cultural commentary to political developments, weather alerts, local business profiles, and community events.
