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Giants Face Uncertain Futures as Key Players Hit Setbacks

July 25, 2026

The San Francisco Giants find themselves navigating a tricky patch as rookie pitcher Trevor McDonald receives an MRI that confirms a moderate sprain in his right elbow’s UCL. The diagnosis signals that he will be sidelined for a significant period, and the team plans to seek a second opinion to dec

politics

Supreme Court Blocks Trump From Dismissing Copyright Chief

July 1, 2026

The U. S. Supreme Court has decided not to allow President Trump to fire the nation's top copyright officer, keeping Shira Perlmutter in her role for now. This move comes amid a series of disputes where the president has tried to remove federal officials he disagrees with. The court’s brief ruling s

sports

Knoxville Smokies Capture First‑Half Title in a Big Win

June 21, 2026

The Knoxville Smokies clinched the Southern League North first‑half crown after a 3-1 victory over the Chattanooga Lookouts on June 20. The win guarantees the Smokies a spot in the playoffs, their first postseason appearance since returning to Knoxville in 2025. The game began with the Smokies sc

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Knoxville Wins Series with Rojas Power

June 8, 2026

The Knoxville Smokies finished a four‑game stretch against the Birmingham Barons with a 7‑4 victory that secured them the series. A solid outing from starter Brooks Caple, who went five innings, helped keep the Barons at bay. Jefferson Rojas and Owen Ayers each had multi‑hit games, contributing four

business

Honoring Jeff Hayden and other Minnesota community leaders

June 1, 2026

Jeff Hayden, a well-known Minnesota politician, recently received the People's Advocate Award from the Cultural Wellness Center. This award recognizes his twelve years of service as a state senator and representative from Minneapolis. Hayden worked hard to bring attention to important community issu

entertainment

Yanic Truesdale steps into the spotlight with new support

May 23, 2026

Canadian actor Yanic Truesdale has spent years shaping characters on screen, from small-town charm in “Gilmore Girls” to slick charm in “Eloise” beside Ryan Reynolds. Now he’s welcoming fresh backing through Mainstay Entertainment, a management team that started in 2017 and already counts big names

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Panettiere Keeps Her Stories Private, Not the People

May 21, 2026

Hayden Panettiere’s latest book tells two unsettling stories from her past, but she stops short of naming the men involved. The actress says the choice protects her from possible backlash and legal trouble, especially since the figures are well known in Hollywood. She explains that naming them co

politics

Retirement doesn’t slow this finance expert down

May 17, 2026

Carlos Zamora packed up his decades in global banking last week, but retirement won’t last long. Instead of relaxing, he’s diving into a new challenge: running for Kootenai County Treasurer. The election is just days away, and Zamora will face Teresa Mallery in the Republican primary. Whoever wins t

business

Graduates Celebrate New Leadership Path

April 25, 2026

The Best Western Plus Coeur d’Alene Inn hosted a special ceremony where 23 new leaders received their plaques. Among them was the chamber’s president, Andrea Fulks, who praised the program for its strong turnout and meaningful impact. She joined the course to learn what future participants experienc

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Celebrities Turning a Year Older on April 19

April 19, 2026

On this day, several well‑known figures celebrate new birthdays. Actress Ashley Judd marks her 58th year and had directed a segment of the 2013 TV movie “Call Me Crazy. ” Actor James Franco, now 48, released two films last year, titled “Bunny‑Man” and “Squali. ” Kate Hudson turns 47; she earned an O