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Creative Pathways: How One Artist Uses Tech and Story to Keep Making Movies

July 1, 2026

Doug Werby started his career when film was switching from film rolls to computers. He always liked new tools and used them to tell better stories. In the early days he worked in marketing, but soon moved into editing because it let him shape stories. Editing helped him find a way to express himself

sports

Which coach stood out the most in boys' sports this past school year?

June 30, 2026

The 2025-26 school year saw several teams dominate their leagues, but one coach’s team really caught attention. The Spanish Springs football team finished the season without a single loss, crushing Bishop Manogue 48-7 in the 5A-North Regional finals before taking the state title over Faith Lutheran.

business

Harrisburg Steps Up: Leaders Discuss Downtown Revival Plans

June 30, 2026

Harrisburg isn't just talking about downtown revival anymore—it’s putting plans into action, and residents can tune in to hear how. A live forum on Tuesday will bring together four key figures from city hall, business, and the arts to explain their roles in breathing new life into Pennsylvania’s cap

lifestyle

Pride Parade Gets a Budget Boost – And Some Big Surprises

June 29, 2026

For the annual Pride Parade in Manhattan, a handful of men are spending thousands to stand out on the rainbow streets. Some have gone as far as paying for cosmetic procedures that promise a more noticeable appearance, all in the hope of catching someone’s eye or simply feeling confident. One 36‑yea

politics

America’s 250th: A Call for Real Change

June 29, 2026

The United States celebrates its 250th birthday, but for many Black Americans it feels more like a reckoning than a party. The nation’s founding promises of liberty were built on the unpaid labor and exploitation of enslaved people. From 1619 to today, Black citizens have fought to make those

business

Graton Resort's big expansion and new hiring push in Sonoma County

June 25, 2026

Sonoma County's economy is getting a boost from a major local business opening more doors. Graton Resort and Casino is expanding with a new $1 billion wing that includes dining spots like AYA restaurant, sports bar Playbook, and doughnut shop SoCo Dough Co. Around 300 new jobs are up for grabs just

celebrities

People Who Turned a Year Older on June 21

June 23, 2026

It was a busy day for many well‑known faces, as several actors, singers and musicians celebrated another year. First up was actress Carrie Preston, who turned 59. She has also taken on directing duties for several television shows in recent years. The same day saw actress Juliette Lewis reachi

art

Art Grants Light Up LSU Museum’s New Folk Art Space

June 23, 2026

The LSU Museum of Art has secured a $25, 000 Learning and Engagement Grant from the national nonprofit Art Bridges. This money will back five new wellness‑and‑community projects that tie into the museum’s upcoming Folk Art Gallery, which opens on June 30. The gallery will borrow pieces from the Amer

crime

Fathers fight for change after losing kids to crimes linked to illegal immigration

June 22, 2026

Every Father’s Day, families gather to celebrate love and achievement. But for three fathers, this day brings only grief. Their children were killed or badly hurt in crimes tied to people who entered the country illegally. The Department of Homeland Security is now spotlighting their stories to show

sports

Kate Douglass Swims Into History with New 50m Freestyle Record

June 21, 2026

At a U. S. swimming event in Indianapolis, 24-year-old Kate Douglass made waves by breaking the women's 50m freestyle world record. She finished the race in 23. 59 seconds, shaving off 0. 02 seconds from the previous best held by Sweden’s Sarah Sjostrom since 2023. Douglass, already an Olympic gold