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Sarasota’s Big Night: A Fundraiser That Keeps Arts Alive

April 7, 2026

The 24th annual gala hosted by the Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation pulled in almost $1. 4 million, a win for programs that touch more than 40, 000 people each year with arts education and community outreach. A crowd of over 340 guests filled the venue, where the star was Tony‑Award winner Idi

politics

America’s Budgets: Military Spend vs Family Needs

April 7, 2026

The U. S. is facing a decision that could change the lives of many citizens. A new proposal would push defense spending beyond $1 trillion, a level not seen since the Cold War. The plan would require cutting money from programs that help families—health care, housing, schools and efforts to pr

politics

Young Man’s Death Sparks Family Outcry Over ICE Detention

April 6, 2026

A sad funeral drew many people on Saturday for a 19‑year‑old Mexican man who died in an ICE detention center. The family says the charges that led to his arrest were made up. The man, named Royer Perez Jimenez, came from San Juan Chamula in Chiapas. He left Mexico at 15 to try for a better life and

sports

Will Mexico finally win past the round of 16 at home?

April 6, 2026

For over forty years, fans of Mexico’s national soccer team have watched their side fall short at the World Cup. Every time they reach the knockout stage, they seem to hit a wall by the fifth game. But this summer, with the tournament hosted on home soil, former player Leonardo Cuellar believes the

sports

Guardians Fans Say Goodbye to Long‑Time Voice While He Recovers

April 5, 2026

The Cleveland Guardians opened their season with a win, but the familiar voice that fans have heard for decades was missing from the ballpark’s speakers. Bob Tayek, who has called games at Progressive Field for 26 seasons, will be absent for at least the first half of the 2026 season because of heal

technology

Army Looks to Revamp Vehicle Plans in Rapid‑Changing Tech World

March 28, 2026

The Army is shaking up its vehicle plans as new tech moves fast. Senior official John Jolokai says the service should not wait five years to check the market. A recent request for information (RFI) asked industry for quick designs of tracked cars that weigh 40‑80 tons. The Army wants ten pr

entertainment

A Time‑Travel Crime Comedy That Feels Like Old‑School Shoot‑Em‑Ups

March 27, 2026

The new Hulu release throws viewers into a chaotic mix of gangster action and time‑travel hijinks. The story follows Mike, a weary enforcer who’s tired of the mob life, and his partner Nick. Nick is not just a buddy—he’s from the future and has slipped back half a year to fix past mistakes. He convi

finance

MrBeast’s New Bank Venture Faces Big Questions

March 26, 2026

The popular YouTuber Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast, recently bought a teen‑focused banking app called Step. This move has caught the eye of lawmakers and sparked debate about the safety of letting young people handle money online. Step is not a bank itself, but it partners with an FDIC‑i

crime

Bullet In Mosque: Police Say It Was Accidental Shot

March 25, 2026

The Hillsboro police announced that they have no proof the Islamic Community Center was aimed at during a shooting that left a bullet stuck in its wall on Saturday morning. The incident happened right after Eid al‑Fitr, a time when many families visit the center for community events. The bullet ent

entertainment

Gainesville’s Hot Arts & Music Lineup

March 25, 2026

The city is buzzing with shows and events that mix music, theater, and art. First up, a new musical set to the famous tunes of Jimmy Buffett is running at the local community playhouse until April 12. It promises laughs and heart, but there’s no show on Easter. Next, a family‑friendly musical based