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High School Sports Star of the Week: Your Vote Counts!

March 16, 2026

Every week, high school boys across Southwest Florida get a chance to shine. A local newspaper team picks standout athletes from the previous week, sending their names and stats to readers for a quick online poll. The winner earns a t‑shirt from a sports brand and a tote bag, both sponsored by the n

sports

Student Athletes Shine in Fayetteville’s Spring Sports Surge

March 16, 2026

The spring season in Fayetteville is heating up after the winter basketball championships wrapped up. Local high schools have seen standout performances that now set the stage for this week’s “Athlete of the Week” nominees. In baseball, a dramatic 11‑strikeout no‑hitter drew attention and several

sports

High‑School Stars Shine in Western North Carolina

March 16, 2026

Western North Carolina high schools are buzzing after a week of exciting sports. Students and fans alike can now vote for the top female athlete who delivered an outstanding performance last week. The voting deadline is Thursday noon. The winner of last week’s spot was Lilly Lossiah from Cherokee,

sports

A Family on the Fairway: Austin and Jessica Smotherman

February 28, 2026

Austin Smotherman is a golfer who has spent a decade chasing his dream on smaller tours. He earned a spot on the PGA Tour, lost it, and then fought his way back through the Korn Ferry Tour. In 2025 he won two tournaments in three weeks and returned to the main circuit for 2026. Throughout this rolle

crime

Dick Cavett’s PBS Dream Meets Jeffrey Epstein’s Dark Backstory

February 28, 2026

In late 2016, Dick Cavett was invited to a dinner at Jeffrey Epstein’s house. The conversation soon turned to a potential PBS documentary about the former talk‑show host. Epstein, who had been trying to rebuild his reputation after criminal convictions, saw an opportunity to fund a cultural project

business

New Food Spot and Old Store Closure Shake Up Genesee County

February 12, 2026

A fresh Panda Express is ready to open in Davison Township, promising nearly forty new jobs. The restaurant plans to start serving its famous Orange Chicken and other dishes next month, after tearing down two old buildings on the site. The chain, which began in 1983, has grown into a popular fast‑ca

business

Amazon's Email Blunder: A Wake-Up Call for Businesses

January 28, 2026

A recent email mix-up at Amazon Web Services (AWS) has sparked a lot of discussion about leadership and communication in big companies. The email, sent by Colleen Aubrey, vice president of applied AI solutions at AWS, mistakenly announced layoffs to employees in the U. S. , Canada, and Costa Rica. T

entertainment

AI Courtroom Drama: Is 'Mercy' a Misjudged Movie?

January 24, 2026

A new movie called "Mercy" just hit theaters. It's a crime thriller that takes place in the future. In this story, a detective played by Chris Pratt is on trial for murder. He has only 90 minutes to prove he's innocent to an AI judge, played by Rebecca Ferguson. The movie is rated PG-13 and also sta

politics

Minneapolis Stands United Against ICE

January 23, 2026

Minneapolis is gearing up for a big protest against ICE. Even with freezing temperatures, people are ready to show their support. Many businesses will close to join the protest. They want to make a statement against ICE's actions. Larry Weiss, a retired resident, says this is bigger than the cold.

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Minnesota Twins Bring Back Bullpen Veteran

January 22, 2026

The Minnesota Twins are making a familiar face return to their bullpen. Taylor Rogers, a 35-year-old left-handed pitcher, is coming back to Minnesota on a one-year, $2 million deal. He spent five seasons with the Twins from 2016 to 2021, even earning an All-Star nod in 2021. But bringing him back is