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- 1Avanti West Coast to be renationalised in March▼Avanti West Coast to be renationalised in March https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/sep/28/avanti-west-coast-to-be
Avanti West Coast, the operator of rail services on the West Coast Main Line between London, the Midlands, northern England and Scotland, will be brought back into public ownership in March. The move forms part of the UK government's wider programme of renationalising failing private rail operators under Great British Railways reform. The announcement is drawing attention from passengers and transport commentators, many of whom have long criticised the operator for delays, cancellations and poor service.
- 2Warwickshire win County Championship after beating Leicestershire▼Warwickshire clinch County Championship title with victory over Leicestershire
Warwickshire have won the County Championship title after securing a victory over Leicestershire, clinching England's domestic first-class cricket championship. The result seals the top prize in the English county season, and fans are celebrating the club's triumph over their Midlands rivals.
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Reports say Manzambi is still happy to have chosen Aston Villa over Newcastle United, according to the Birmingham Mail. The piece revisits his decision to reject the Magpies in favour of the Midlands club, and it is drawing attention as supporters debate whether the midfielder made the right call.
- 4Clemson Rural Health launches diabetes program in South Carolina Midlands▼Clemson Rural Health launches diabetes management program in Midlands South Carolina
Clemson Rural Health has started a diabetes management program serving the Midlands region of South Carolina. The initiative aims to support patients in rural communities with managing the condition, which affects many residents across the state. Details on staffing, locations and enrollment have not yet been widely reported.
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Midlands Technical College has announced South Carolina's first associate degree in electrical technology, giving students a new two-year credential in the field. The program is expected to support local demand for skilled electrical workers as employers across the state look to fill technical roles. Details on enrollment and launch dates are still limited.
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Absentee ballots for the November state general election have been mailed out to voters, according to a report from Midland, Michigan. Eligible voters who requested a ballot can now fill it out and return it by mail, drop box, or in person ahead of Election Day. Clerks typically encourage voters to return ballots early to ensure they arrive before the counting deadline.