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City Manager Goad Steps Down After Nearly a Decade of Leadership

May 2, 2026

Reese Goad, the Tallahassee City Manager, announced his retirement on April 28 after serving for almost ten years. He had reached the age and service milestones that allow full retirement, having completed 30 years in government, including five with the state. Goad’s tenure was marked by steering th

lifestyle

Revived Greyhound Hub Brings New Life to Philly Bus Travel

April 30, 2026

Philly’s old Greyhound stop at 10th and Filbert Streets is set to open its doors Friday after a three‑year pause, welcoming the first FlixBus from Richmond at 12:20 a. m. The revamped terminal now houses 189 chairs for passengers to escape the weather, replacing the earlier curbside spots on Spring

sports

When sports betting rules get broken, the fallout affects everyone

April 29, 2026

Two former Fordham basketball players now face permanent exclusion from college sports after an investigation linked them to a betting scandal. Elijah Gray and Will Richardson were found to have talked about throwing a game for cash, though only Gray admitted some involvement. The NCAA stepped in af

sports

Jock to Face Heavyweight Battle Without His Top Coach

April 18, 2026

Josh Hokit, the former NFL player who made a surprising jump into mixed‑martial arts, is set to fight on the UFC White House card. After a strong win over Curtis Blaydes at UFC 327, he earned a spot in the heavyweight rankings and now faces Derrick Lewis. The twist? His long‑time mentor, Greg Jackso

lifestyle

Fresh troubles for Columbia and Lexington this week

April 16, 2026

A drowning near Irmo and a trooper’s alleged misconduct highlight how routine places can suddenly turn dangerous. In Lexington County, a 50-year-old Columbia man named Travers Antonio Berry was found lifeless under a Lake Murray dock on April 11 after a witness said he slipped while returning to sho

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England Fans Bring Their World Cup Passion to Dallas

April 15, 2026

Richardson, Texas now has a go-to spot for soccer lovers ahead of England’s World Cup match in Dallas. London Calling Texas, a small local shop, mixes vintage World Cup gear with fresh designs focused on the English team. The owner, who grew up in East London, started the business after years of col

entertainment

Behind Netflix's Latest Crime Series: Behind the Scenes of Scarpetta

April 8, 2026

A new crime thriller on a major streaming service has arrived, featuring a familiar cast and a story split between two timelines. The show follows Dr. Scarpetta, a forensic pathologist, with two actresses portraying her at different ages. Nicole Kidman takes on the role of the older Scarpetta, while

crypto

Big Banks, Card Companies and Crypto Startups All Chase Stablecoins

April 4, 2026

Stablecoins, digital money tied to the US dollar, moved a staggering $33 trillion last year. That volume is twenty times larger than what PayPal handled, showing how fast this new payment type is growing. At the Future Investment Initiative in Miami, industry leaders discussed why even the bigges

entertainment

Celebrities Celebrating April 3rd

April 3, 2026

A lot of famous faces marked another year on April 3. Among them, Alec Baldwin celebrated his 68th birthday after hosting “SNL” in 2017. Eddie Murphy, who grew up with the middle name Regan, turned 65, while Australian actor Ben Mendelsohn reached 57. The list also highlights Jennie Garth, now 54, w

politics

Celebrities Rally for “No Kings” Protest Across America

March 29, 2026

Hollywood figures took part in or encouraged the nationwide “No Kings” demonstrations that unfolded on Saturday, aiming to challenge President Donald Trump’s leadership. Lea Thompson, famous for “Back to the Future, ” shared a clip urging fans to craft signs like “Equality is not radical” and “He