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Murray’s New Stop and Other Sports Moves

March 12, 2026

Kyler Murray, the 28‑year‑old quarterback who has spent seven NFL seasons and one playoff game, is heading to the Minnesota Vikings this Thursday for a visit. Fans hoping he will jump to the Steelers instead of staying with his current team are likely disappointed, as the Vikings remain a priority i

lifestyle

Dog Walks Revealed: Which Breeds Take the Fewest Steps

February 27, 2026

Recent data from smart collars shows that some dog breeds walk far less than expected. The study tracked millions of steps over 90 days across the U. S. , using GPS collars that now include smaller dogs thanks to a new model. The results reveal a wide range: the most active pups can reach over 20, 0

education

Women Scientists Shine at Local Library Talk

February 27, 2026

Deborah Huntley, once a professor and administrator in Saginaw Valley State University, will speak about the place of women in science at a Women’s History Month event. The talk, titled “Science, Women of Science, and Women in Science, ” is scheduled for Wednesday evening at the Hoyt Library auditor

politics

Berlinale’s Politics: A New Look at the Festival’s Fight for Free Speech

February 15, 2026

The Berlin film festival, founded in 1950 as a voice for the free world, has long been a stage for political protest. In recent years it backed Iranian demonstrators, condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and amplified Ukrainian filmmakers in exile. This year the focus has shifted from film to p

celebrities

Celebrities Rally Behind Van Der Beek Family Amid Backlash

February 15, 2026

James Van Der Beek's family faced unexpected criticism after setting up a GoFundMe to cover medical expenses following his death from colorectal cancer. Despite raising over $2. 5 million, some questioned the need for financial aid, assuming fame equates to wealth. Celebrities quickly stepped in to

celebrities

Cane‑Party: A 30‑Year Celebration That Turns Super Bowl Week Into a Celebrity Hangout

February 12, 2026

Raising Cane’s marked its 30th birthday by turning San Francisco into a celebrity playground during Super Bowl week. The owner, Todd Graves, invited athletes, actors and pop stars to a series of events that ran from a pre‑party at Charmaine’s on Saturday night, through a brunch at Villon on Sunday m

celebrities

Celebrities Celebrate Their Birthday on February 7

February 7, 2026

It is a busy day for actors, singers and comedians as many well‑known names turn another year older. James Spader marks 66, a milestone for the actor best remembered for his role as a broker in the film “Wall Street. ” Garth Brooks, who just finished narrating the 2022 miniseries “America’s Na

weather

Chilly Weather Puts a Pause on School in Northern Virginia

January 28, 2026

Northern Virginia's schools are taking a break due to icy roads. Many school districts have decided to close their doors for a day. This includes Stafford, Spotsylvania, Loudoun, Arlington, Fauquier, and Prince William counties. Fairfax County joined the list later, announcing their schools will als

sports

Basketball Takes Center Stage: A Saturday Showdown

January 25, 2026

Saturday is all about basketball, with the NBA and college hoops stealing the spotlight. The NBA has seven games lined up, starting at noon ET and wrapping up at 9:30 p. m. ET. Rivalry week is in full swing, with key matchups like the New York Knicks facing the Philadelphia 76ers, the Minnesota Timb

sports

Seattle vs. Los Angeles: Who Will Make It to the Super Bowl?

January 22, 2026

The NFC Championship is set to be a thrilling showdown between the Seattle Seahawks and the Los Angeles Rams. These two teams have a history of close games, making this matchup even more exciting. In their two previous meetings this season, the outcomes were decided by just a single point. The Rams