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High school jazz band lights up stage with pro sax player

April 26, 2026

A group of Arkansas high school musicians is stepping into the spotlight this week, blending youthful energy with professional polish. The 20-piece big band, drawn from seven local high schools, marks its 10th year under the guidance of jazz educators and guest soloist Adam Larson, a saxophonist who

politics

Senate Steps Up to Limit Presidential Military Moves on Cuba

April 25, 2026

A group of U. S. senators plans to push forward next week with a vote that could block President Trump from taking military action against Cuba without Congress’ approval. The move comes after Trump repeatedly hinted that Cuba would be the next target following recent U. S. strikes in Venezuela and

health

A Second Chance at Life Through Small Choices

April 25, 2026

At 30 years old, Adam Bird had lost everything—his job, his home, even the ability to walk without pain. His weight had ballooned to over 400 pounds, and blood clots in his legs made every step feel like being stabbed repeatedly. Doctors warned he might never walk normally again and suggested drasti

celebrities

Celebrities Love These North Jersey Restaurants Too

April 22, 2026

North Jersey’s food scene isn’t just about great meals—it’s also where stars go to unwind. From cozy Italian joints to brick-oven pizzerias, local eateries have quietly become hotspots for celebrities trying to escape the spotlight. Some spots, like Augustino’s in Hoboken, have hosted A-listers for

politics

Federal Health Data Plan Sparks Privacy Outcry

April 21, 2026

The Trump administration has asked the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to gather detailed medical claims from insurers for more than 8 million federal workers, retirees and their families. The request would let OPM access names, diagnoses and drug information that normally stay private. Health

entertainment

Brandi Rhodes Is Set to Star in a New Reality Show About Her Busy Life

April 18, 2026

Brandi Rhodes, known for her role in WWE and her own YouTube series, is preparing to launch a fresh reality program called All Rhodes. The project comes from Magilla Entertainment, the same company that produced shows like Moonshiners and Beachfront Bargain Hunt. The series will spotlight Brandi’

sports

NBA Leader Adam Silver Wins Innovation Award

April 18, 2026

Adam Silver, a former lawyer who grew up in Rye, New York, entered the NBA as a junior staffer in 1992. He moved quickly through roles—from special assistant to chief of staff, then president of NBA Entertainment—before becoming commissioner in 2014. Over the last decade, he has guided basketball in

finance

Private Credit Boom Continues Despite Market Jitters

April 14, 2026

Adams Street Partners just pulled in $7. 5 billion for its third private credit fund, proving that big money still trusts this niche even when markets wobble. Unlike traditional bank loans, private credit skips public markets entirely, offering loans directly to companies—usually in the middle of th

sports

Sports roundup: How local teams performed last weekend

April 13, 2026

Baseball saw some big wins last Saturday. Bay Port crushed De Pere in two straight games, scoring nine runs in the first match and five in the second. Pitcher Quinn Boeckman held his own early on, while Parker Broehm and Ethan Hawley stepped up later. Meanwhile, Notre Dame completely shut out Green

entertainment

A Weekend of Music, Drama and History in Fayetteville

April 11, 2026

The Australian Chamber Orchestra arrives in town with a fresh piece called “Horizon, ” written by composer John Luther Adams. The group, led by violinist and conductor Richard Tognetti, will perform the work during its tour, including a show at 8 p. m. Saturday night in Walton Arts Center on W. Dick