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A Family on the Fairway: Austin and Jessica Smotherman

February 28, 2026

Austin Smotherman is a golfer who has spent a decade chasing his dream on smaller tours. He earned a spot on the PGA Tour, lost it, and then fought his way back through the Korn Ferry Tour. In 2025 he won two tournaments in three weeks and returned to the main circuit for 2026. Throughout this rolle

politics

Eagan Holds Off on Big Tech Buildings for a Year

February 18, 2026

The Eagan City Council decided to pause any new data center or crypto‑mining projects for a full year. The rule stops construction near homes within 500 feet or if the site would use more than 20 megawatts of power. The pause ends on February 17, 2027 unless the council votes earlier. During this w

celebrities

Celebrating Stars on February 18

February 18, 2026

John Travolta, who will be 72 this year, is one of the most famous names celebrating today. His middle name is Joseph, a small detail that fans sometimes forget. Molly Ringwald turns 58. She recently appeared in the movie “Run Amok, ” showing she still loves to act. Yoko Ono, a 93‑year‑old singer

sports

From Fisherman to Bobsledder: Shane Pitter's Unique Olympic Journey

February 17, 2026

Shane Pitter, a 26-year-old fisherman from Jamaica, is making waves in the world of bobsledding. While most people would have been fishing on a sunny day in Jamaica, Pitter was competing in the Milan Cortina Games. His journey from the sea to the ice is nothing short of remarkable. Pitter's story i

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Little Rock's Vibrant Arts Scene: A Closer Look

February 15, 2026

Little Rock is buzzing with cultural events this week. The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra is putting on a show called "Modern Muses. " It's part of their 2025-26 River Rhapsodies series. The concert features a mix of classical and modern pieces. Violinists, pianists, and other musicians will perform wo

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A Young Pilot and His Giant Robot: A Story of Friendship and War

February 13, 2026

In a world where giant robots and epic space battles are common, a young pilot named Kai dreams of joining the Mecha Corps to bring peace to his war-torn planet. His journey is not just about fighting; it's about the bond he forms with his giant robot, Little Dragon. This is the heart of the Singapo

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UFC 324: Unexpected Results and Fresh Faces

January 25, 2026

UFC 324 took place in Las Vegas, marking the start of a new year for the promotion. The event featured 11 bouts, with the main card highlighting Paddy Pimblett's first title shot against Justin Gaethje. Despite being a favorite, Pimblett lost in a unanimous decision, marking his first defeat in the

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UFC 324: A Night of Surprises and Setbacks

January 25, 2026

The UFC 324 event in Las Vegas faced unexpected hurdles just before the fights began. Two matches were canceled, leaving fans and bettors puzzled. The lightweight fight between Alexander Hernandez and Michael Johnson was pulled from the card without explanation. This came after reports of unusual be

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Weight Cuts: The Hidden Struggle of Fighters

January 25, 2026

Michael Bisping, a former UFC champion, found himself in an awkward spot during the UFC 324 weigh-ins. He was talking about Alex Perez being over the weight limit when something unexpected happened right behind him. Bisping had just said that fighters should not miss weight, as it is part of their j

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Fighter's Weight Cut Goes Wrong: UFC Bout Canceled

January 23, 2026

In a surprising turn of events, UFC bantamweight Cameron Smotherman found himself in a tough spot after making weight for his upcoming fight. Just moments after stepping off the scale, Smotherman collapsed, leading to the cancellation of his scheduled bout against Ricky Turcios at UFC 324 in Las Veg