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Butler County Fair 2024: What’s New and What to Expect

July 4, 2026

For more than a century and a half, Butler County has celebrated its farming roots and rural traditions at its annual fair, running this year from July 14 to 19. While livestock shows and 4-H competitions remain the heart of the event, this edition adds some unexpected twists. Instead of just cattle

politics

A Local Race Gets Hot as Big Decisions Roll In

July 4, 2026

Staten Island’s upcoming congressional election just got more interesting. The Democratic Party picked Mike DeCillis as their official candidate, giving him the party’s full support. Now, he’s going head-to-head with current representative Nicole Malliotakis. One major topic in their debate? A new f

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Spain shows glimpses of its old magic in World Cup win

July 3, 2026

Spain finally broke their knockout curse at the World Cup after years of disappointment. The team struggled in their first three matches, looking sharp at times but never fully clicking. A 3-0 win over Austria changed that, proving they can still deliver when it matters most. Young star Lamine Yama

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When Cardinals' Trey McBride calls the Seahawks the toughest NFC West foe

July 2, 2026

Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride has spent four NFL seasons trying to crack the NFC West’s toughest nut. While the Cardinals share the division with three powerhouse teams, McBride picks the Seattle Seahawks as the division’s—and likely the league’s—most challenging matchup. His reasoning? S

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Celebrities Turning a Year Older on June 30

July 1, 2026

June 30 is a day when many well‑known faces celebrate another year. The list includes actors, musicians and athletes who have made a mark in their fields. David Alan Grier, known for his work on stage and screen, turns 70. He once studied at Yale’s drama program, showing that formal training can

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Lacrosse Gets a Big Boost With Celebrity and Investor Support

July 1, 2026

The Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) has secured a record‑breaking $100 million investment, marking the biggest financial boost in professional lacrosse history. Actors Rob Mac and Glen Powell joined forces with major investors such as Ares funds, New York Liberty owner Joe Tsai, and ESPN. ESPN’s

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Republican infighting leaves key bills stuck as lawmakers head for early break

July 1, 2026

The House of Representatives wrapped up its week early on Tuesday after a group of Republicans blocked plans to move forward with major bills. Instead of voting on important issues like defense funding and budget plans, lawmakers packed up and left for a longer-than-usual summer break starting soone

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Big names and big game in LA for World Cup drama

June 29, 2026

The World Cup isn’t just about the players on the field. The stands at Los Angeles Stadium were packed with stars cheering on their teams during the Canada-South Africa match. Jessica Alba, known for her roles in major films, showed up with her boyfriend, actor Danny Ramirez. Cristo Fernández, famou

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How a local teen became one of wrestling’s most trusted voices in the ring

June 29, 2026

A small toy event in New Jersey holds a surprising connection to pro wrestling history. Back in the 1970s, a young worker at Farpoint Toys & Collectibles helped his uncle—future WWE legend Mike Chioda—get a job scoring drinks at a bar where the 7-foot-tall Andre the Giant often stopped by. That earl

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Rock Falls lights up early for July 4th fun

June 29, 2026

Rock Falls isn’t waiting for July 4th to start the party. On July 2nd, the city kicks off its early celebration right in the heart of downtown at RB&W District Park. Instead of saving all the excitement for one day, this event spreads the fun across July 2nd and 4th, giving families more chances to