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Celebrities Turning Older on July 17

July 17, 2026

David Hasselhoff, now 74, is celebrating his birthday and has plans to return as a character in the upcoming “Kung Fury 2. ” Singer Luke Bryan, marking his 50th year, grew up in Leesburg, Georgia, a fact that fans often overlook. Actress Summer Bishil reaches 38 and her middle name, Yasmine, is a

politics

Trump’s Planned Speech May Shake Georgia Midterms

July 16, 2026

A big TV talk is set for Thursday. President Trump will discuss worries about how elections are run, especially the machines used in Georgia. He said earlier that his remarks would focus on voting devices but did not give details in a recent Oval Office briefing. The president hinted that any

crime

Unexpected Crash Hits Local Sports Bar Sign

July 16, 2026

A recent video shows a driver, trying to escape police, careening into the sign of a sports bar in Myrtle Beach. The incident involved 59‑year‑old William Moore, who was pursued after authorities discovered stolen license plates from Georgia. While speeding, the officer decided it was safer to

science

The Hidden Role of Wild Fruit in Fighting a Pest

July 16, 2026

In many farms, a tiny fly called the spotted‑wing drosophila eats the best part of fruit. Farmers worry because the fly lays its eggs inside ripe berries, making them unsellable. The growth of these flies depends largely on two things: how hot the weather is and where they can find food. In

politics

Faith as a Bridge: Democrats Look to Religion for New Voter Connections

July 16, 2026

Religion has long been a stronghold of Republican politics, but recent trends show Democrats are turning to faith as a way to reach voters. Senator Raphael Warnock, a pastor from Georgia’s historic Ebenezer Baptist Church, argues that the party can appeal to people by sharing its moral values rat

sports

A Fresh Look at a Baseball Star’s Roots

July 14, 2026

Jordan Walker stands out in Major League Baseball not just for his hitting but also for the story behind him. He was born in Atlanta, Georgia on May 22, 2002, and grew up nearby in Stone Mountain. From a young age he loved baseball, beginning when he was three years old. His family is known

sports

Nebraska Shares 1990s Football Glory with Florida State

July 12, 2026

Nebraska’s football legacy is deep in the state’s heart. The team earned five national titles and many All‑American players over decades. CBS Sports recently honored teams from each decade of college football. For the 1990s, Nebraska was named a co‑team of the decade with Florida State.

technology

Expanding the Future: A U. S. Plant Gets a Boost for Advanced Aerospace Materials

July 11, 2026

The company is adding more than a third of its production space at a Maryland factory, using millions of dollars to grow its U. S. manufacturing presence. This move is part of a larger strategy that keeps the company at the cutting edge of materials used in planes, cars and even space probes. By

business

Living in the Worst Places of 2026

July 11, 2026

Companies that want employees back at their offices must first ask: “Where will people actually want to live? ” The answer is not simple, because many states score poorly on the key factors that make a place livable. A new study ranks all U. S. states on a 290‑point scale, and the “quality of life”

entertainment

Colorado Football Players React to Odd Avatar Choices in EA Sports Game

July 5, 2026

A new college football video game is causing a stir, not for its gameplay, but for how it portrays real players. Gideon Lampron, a standout linebacker transferring to Colorado, recently shared his frustration online after noticing his in-game avatar looks nothing like him. The avatar, with its exagg