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lake community

A local business owner and gun trainer made a deadly choice after a night out

June 18, 2026

Eric Franks had spent years teaching people in West Philadelphia how to handle guns safely. In one of his videos, he showed how to secure a belt loaded with gear so a firearm wouldn’t swing loose. Friends remember him repeating the same lesson: “Don’t pull your gun unless you have to. ” Yet on a Sat

religion

Reflecting on a dark day with messages of unity

June 18, 2026

Eleven years ago today, a hate-driven act shattered a peaceful church gathering in Charleston. Nine people lost their lives during a Bible study session when a stranger entered and opened fire. The shooter’s clear racist motives shook the nation, leaving many stunned by the community’s response. Day

entertainment

A new chapter for a historic building in Oklahoma

June 18, 2026

Walker Hall, a century-old brick building in Oklahoma, has been getting a fresh wave of attention lately. The place has deep roots in the Muscogee (Creek) Nation’s history, but it’s not just about the past anymore. Both the Nation and local leaders recently marked the building’s ongoing role in the

sports

Baseball dreams and lasting bonds: how two young athletes grew together

June 18, 2026

Anthony Murphy and Anthony Shepard have known each other since they were teenagers, bumping into each other at baseball camps across the country. These weren't just any camps—they were part of a league-wide effort to help promising young players refine their skills while building relationships that

politics

Behind the scenes at the G7: Trump meets Putin and Zelenskiy with unclear outcomes

June 18, 2026

At a quiet lakeside town in France, world leaders gathered for a major meeting. Among them were Donald Trump, Russia's Vladimir Putin, and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskiy. Trump later claimed he had productive discussions with both. But what does "productive" really mean here? Zelenskiy and his team

politics

Why missing Colorado’s June elections could shape your November choices

June 18, 2026

Colorado’s primary elections in June often get ignored despite how much they decide the November race. While November draws big crowds, June’s ballots go largely unopened—especially by unaffiliated voters who make up over half the state’s electorate. Many don’t realize they can vote in either party’

politics

Utah's Primary Battles: Who’s Really Calling the Shots?

June 18, 2026

Utah’s upcoming primary elections are shaping up to be a high-stakes showdown, with incumbents facing tough challenges and outside money flooding races. In one of the most watched contests, Utah Senate President Stuart Adams—a longtime political figure—now finds himself in an unexpectedly close race

weather

First named storm of 2026 takes aim at Louisiana and Texas coasts

June 18, 2026

The season's first tropical disturbance isn't messing around. Tropical Storm Arthur, just upgraded from Potential Tropical Cyclone 1, is making a beeline for the Gulf Coast with southwest Louisiana and southeast Texas in its sights. Weather watchers in Lake Charles made the call Wednesday morning, s

religion

Episcopal Church downsizes: Big building sold in NYC

June 18, 2026

The Episcopal Church is letting go of its tall headquarters in New York City, a building that once towered over the city’s skyline. This move isn’t just about real estate—it mirrors a bigger shift. Fewer Americans now identify with mainline Protestant churches, and many religious groups are rethinki

health

Understanding married life in Palestine: How women balance faith, culture, and intimacy

June 18, 2026

In Palestinian society, married women often face a tricky balance between religious teachings, cultural expectations, and personal happiness. A recent study spoke to 20 women from cities, villages, and refugee camps to understand how they view intimacy, trust, and their own needs in marriage. The wo