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Nurses Needed: University Tour Tackles Georgia Shortage

June 24, 2026

Augusta University’s leader, Russell Keen, is on a road trip through northern Georgia. His goal is to talk with former students, supporters and future applicants about the school’s plans. The trip starts in Athens and will stop in cities like Dalton and the Classic City. Keen says Georgia f

entertainment

Fireworks, Drones and Fourth‑Day Fun in Charleston

June 14, 2026

Charleston’s Fourth of July buzzes with new lights. Instead of the usual fireworks, SC250 plans a night‑time drone ballet on June 27. The show will cover the harbor, sending hundreds of LED aircraft into a historic tale of the Revolution. The next day, after the RiverDogs face the Augusta Gree

art

Local Art Shows: Share Your Exhibit Details

June 12, 2026

The art community in Charlottesville and nearby counties wants your show listed. If you have a gallery event or an online exhibition, send the dates and contact number to the editor by noon on Friday. The next issue will feature these shows, so act fast. Make sure you give both the opening and clos

weather

Maine’s Sunny Voting Day

June 9, 2026

A warm and dry Tuesday is on the cards for voters across Maine, according to the National Weather Service. The forecast shows temperatures climbing into the 80s, with many areas reaching as high as 87 degrees. The heat is expected to begin a short warm spell after a cooler Monday, driven by a ridge

sports

Behind the Greens: The Golfer Couple Changing the Game

May 18, 2026

Gaurika Bishnoi has quietly built a name for herself in golf circles, far from the flashy headlines of the PGA Tour. Born in Gurugram, India, her journey to the sport started on tennis courts before switching to golf—guided by her younger brother’s influence at their shared training ground, the DLF

politics

Maine’s Upcoming Vote on Transgender Athlete Rules

April 15, 2026

Maine is gearing up for a major vote in November that could decide whether transgender students can play school sports and use facilities matching their gender identity. A recent public hearing in Augusta gave people a chance to debate the issue, but lawmakers already decided not to move it forward.

opinion

Why Maine's rich should pay a little more to keep the state strong

April 15, 2026

Maine has always had a habit of standing up for fairness in taxes. The state is filled with people who work hard and look out for each other, whether it’s helping a neighbor clean up after a storm or contributing more when they can afford it. Wealthy residents, like the speaker who grew up in August

sports

Rose Climbs to Lead While McIlroy’s Advantage Dwindles

April 13, 2026

The Masters final round starts with a lot of buzz. Justin Rose, after playing three birdies in a row, is now at the top of the leaderboard. He has shown steady play, while Rory McIlroy, who had a huge lead after the second day, is now fighting to stay ahead. McIlroy’s early advantage had be

sports

Final‑Day Surge at Augusta: Who Stays in the Lead?

April 13, 2026

"The Masters on Sunday began with a storm of shots. Justin Rose, 45, opened the round strong and was two places ahead after nine holes. His advantage vanished quickly when Rory McIlroy, who had a sluggish start, found his rhythm on holes 7 and 8. McIlroy made birdies that closed the gap to one strok

sports

Rory McIlroy’s Back‑to‑Back Masters Wins: What It Means

April 13, 2026

McIlroy began the 2026 Masters with a record‑breaking lead, then fell off that advantage before rallying to win. He is now the fourth player ever to defend his title, joining legends like Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods. The early lead showed how powerful he can be when his swing is on point, but t