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Jeffrey Brobst: A Life of Service and Craft

July 26, 2026

Jeffrey L. Brobst, 69, passed away on July 22, 2026 in Reading Hospital – Tower Health. He lived in Kempton and was married to Beverly A. Iley Brobst for 51 years, from their wedding on November 9, 1974. Born in Allentown, he was the son of Robert E. and Elda M. Wisser Brobst. After graduating from

politics

Risk High: Protecting Trump Amid Rising Threats

July 26, 2026

The latest briefing from a top Secret Service official revealed that the danger level for President Trump and other protected figures is at its highest point ever. The agency has logged about 10, 000 threat reports in the first half of 2026, a jump of roughly 40 % compared with the same period last

science

Texas Sharks Take the Spotlight on National TV

July 25, 2026

The annual Discovery Channel show that started as a science lesson has turned into a pop‑culture event, and this year it will feature a Texas expert. The Perot Museum of Nature and Science is stepping onto the national stage for the first time, bringing local paleontologist Ron Tykoski into a tel

entertainment

Dave Matthews Band Delivers a Night of Jams and Classic Hits

July 25, 2026

The evening at the Pavilion in Burgettstown felt like a living tribute to the band’s long‑standing reputation for spontaneous, energetic concerts. Instead of following a predictable set list, the group mixed well‑known favorites with deeper cuts from their 25‑year catalog, keeping the audience gu

business

New Insurance Plan Aims to Help South Carolina Bars Beat Rising Costs

July 25, 2026

The South Carolina Bar and Tavern Association has teamed up with Ragnar Hospitality to offer a fresh way for bars and restaurants to get liquor‑liability coverage. The move comes after many owners complained that insurance costs keep climbing, even though lawmakers tried to help last year. Ragnar

politics

Oregon News Team Wins Big at Local Journalism Awards

July 25, 2026

The Oregonian/OregonLive newsroom captured a remarkable haul of honors at the annual contest hosted by the Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association. Over 30 prizes were awarded, a noticeable increase from last year’s total. The awards spanned every category, from business reporting to spot news cover

environment

Virginia Data Center Pollution Debate: Inside the Agency’s Quick Response

July 25, 2026

A Virginia environmental agency acted fast after a study warned that a local data center could pollute the air. The report, sent to the department’s director two days before it was made public, led the staff to immediately question its findings. They pushed back by saying the analysis overstated hea

politics

A Shift in the House: How U. S. Views on Israel Are Changing

July 24, 2026

The debate over cutting $3. 3 billion in aid to Israel reached the House floor, but the vote never materialized. A proposal led by Republican Thomas Massie and backed by progressive Democrats such as Alexandria Ocasio‑Cortez was meant to force lawmakers to publicly reveal their stance on foreign aid

entertainment

Podcasters Take Center Stage at San Diego Comic Con

July 24, 2026

The 2026 San Diego Comic Con opened with a fresh twist: podcasters stepped into the spotlight alongside traditional film stars. Four days of panels, exhibits and fan events drew over 135, 000 visitors to the convention’s sprawling halls. What makes this year stand out is that Spotify and Warner‑B

entertainment

Emmy Schedule Shake‑Up: What It Means for Actors and Crew

July 24, 2026

The Emmy Awards are getting a new timetable. Last week the TV Academy’s Board decided to move five categories – writing for a variety show, supporting roles in limited series or movies, and directing and writing for those same formats – from the late‑night “Creative Arts” show to earlier dates. The