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Growing Community Roots in Fayetteville

July 19, 2026

William Shelby, 36, works as the horticulture education coordinator at Cape Fear Botanical Garden. He was chosen for Fayetteville’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2026 because he pours his energy into strengthening the city. Shelby’s projects range from building community gardens to leading volunteer groups a

entertainment

Silver Room Block Party Brings a Fresh Beat to Chicago

July 19, 2026

The Salt Shed hosted the comeback of the Silver Room Sound System Block Party, a long‑running celebration that once filled Chicago’s streets with music and dance. This year the event showcased a wide range of Black art, from Zimbabwean pop to opera and hip‑hop, proving that the block party is more t

sports

Nico Williams: A Mixed‑Heritage Footballer Who Keeps His Faith Private

July 19, 2026

Nico Williams, born in 2002 in Pamplona, Spain, is a rising star known for his quick runs and daring play. His parents, Felix and Maria, came from Ghana and settled in Spain before he was born. The family’s move to Europe was driven by a search for better chances, and the brothers grew up in the Bas

celebrities

Celebrating July 16: Stars, Stories, and Surprises

July 16, 2026

July 16 has always been a day where the spotlight turns on a mix of seasoned actors, rising talents, and legendary figures. Today marks the birthdays of several well‑known faces in film and television. The most prominent among them is actress Phoebe Cates, who turns 63. Her middle name, Belle, is a

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

entertainment

New York Hosts Sports & Entertainment Talks with Jalen Brunson

July 16, 2026

Variety is opening a new interview studio in New York City on July 16, bringing together people who shape the future of sports and entertainment. The studio will host six conversations that look at how stories are told, how fans engage, and the cultural impact of sports. The event will feature Ja

celebrities

Who Liked What About the 2016 Taylor Swift Drama

July 16, 2026

The feud that started in 2016 between Taylor Swift, Kanye West and Kim Kardashian turned into a social media storm. A lyric in Kanye’s song “Famous” hinted at an earlier stage‑invasion incident, sparking accusations that Taylor had not approved the wording. Kim released a phone call on Snapchat wher

entertainment

Apple TV Series Turns Each Episode Into a Stand‑Alone Mini‑Movie

July 14, 2026

"The new crime drama on Apple TV stars Timothy Olyphant as a rugged father figure, while Anya Taylor‑Joy plays a former thief who is now hunted by both the FBI and a dangerous mob boss after a botched robbery. The show, adapted from Marissa Stapley’s novel, moves away from the usual serialized forma

politics

Supreme Court Decision Sparks Debate Over Voting Rights

July 14, 2026

A Supreme Court ruling on April 29 has sparked intense discussion about the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Some people say the Court weakened the law, while others argue it was a misunderstanding of the case. The decision focused on a 1982 amendment, not the original act itself. The ruling used a compl

politics

Virginia School Board Shifts Toward New Governor

July 14, 2026

A new governor has tipped the balance on Virginia’s education board by appointing her fifth member, giving her a 5‑to‑4 majority over the appointees of the former administration. The board, which sets rules for public schools across the state, now has a different mix of voices that could influenc