LND topic: academie-julian page 1

academie julian

Celebrating a Teacher’s Journey at Buffalo State

May 10, 2026

Buffalo State University will honor Wendy A. Paterson, a 1975–76 alumna who now serves as interim dean of the School of Education and Applied Professions, with its Distinguished Alumnus Award. The award is presented at the 154th Commencement on Saturday, May 16, in the campus Sports Arena. The un

education

Police Chief Switches Jobs to Help Train Future Officers

May 7, 2026

Many years in law enforcement gave one police chief plenty of experience. Now he’s taking that knowledge to a new role. Instead of patrolling streets, he’ll teach at a local community college. The college runs programs for students who want careers in public safety. The chief isn’t leaving policing

sports

From Brooklyn Courts to Big Leagues: A Player’s Steady Rise

May 5, 2026

Julian Champagnie grew up in the streets of New York, where basketball was part of daily life rather than a fancy pastime. He learned to play with family and friends, facing constant challenges that taught him the value of hard work. The young athlete’s path was never rushed; every milestone came fr

business

New Name, New Vision: Rated Media Expands Its Reach

May 4, 2026

Rated Media, formerly known as EntertainmentVC, has announced a fresh identity and an ambitious plan to serve creators across music, film, and media. The company says it will offer a full range of services from early idea to final sale, aiming to help artists and producers grow worldwide. Since i

politics

A billionaire governor’s next big move

May 2, 2026

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is no stranger to writing big checks for political battles. But if he decides to run for president in 2028, he won’t be footing the entire bill himself. That’s according to people close to his inner circle, who say he’s already testing the waters with national fundraise

sports

Big Wins and Big Strikes in the Little Ten

April 30, 2026

The day started with a dramatic finish for Newark, as Shawn Seyller’s single in the seventh inning sent the team ahead with a walk‑off. The game was tight, but Newark’s pitcher, Eastin McBroom, delivered a two‑hit gem that included 17 strikeouts. Newark finished the match with a 2‑1 victory over Ear

sports

Nebraska’s New QB: A Fresh Start for the Huskers

April 15, 2026

Nebraska has welcomed a new quarterback, Anthony Colandrea, who came from UNLV after playing at Virginia. He has already started 14 games for the Rebels and led his conference with 3, 459 passing yards in 2025. Colandrea’s career numbers show he can throw well: 627 completions on 983 attempts, a 6

entertainment

Soderbergh’s New Art‑Fight Film Pushes the Limits of Creativity

April 11, 2026

Steven Soderbergh keeps a unique rhythm on set, acting as his own cameraman and editor. He can finish a rough cut the day after shooting ends, which lets him release films fast – two last year and a new one now. His latest picture, a mix of ghost story, spy thriller, and art‑world drama, shows his

sports

St. Charles North Dominates with 33‑Run Blow

April 9, 2026

The North Stars exploded early, racking up a record 21 runs in the first inning before finishing with a 33‑to‑zero victory over Bartlett. Abby Zawadski was the star, hitting three times and driving in eight runs with two homers. Julianna Kouba added a home run and four RBIs, while Jillian Salter had

sports

Nate Ament's NBA Future: A Tough Call for Tennessee Fans

April 7, 2026

Tennessee basketball fans now face a big question: Will Nate Ament take his talents to the NBA or stick around for another year? The debate is heating up. Ament’s coach recently made his stance clear, saying draft day is likely the best move. But is this advice just fatherly wisdom—or a smart basket