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New York City, NY

NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. – Quite the weekend it is shaping up on the hardwood. New York City’s Catholic High Schools Athletic Association was alive this weekend (June 28-20) at Iona Prep. Teams from the Class AA and A divisions were in action with college coaches in attendance to see the best of the best in the Big Apple compete with their high school teams.

New York City’s Catholic High Schools Athletic Association rolls out “Live” event with elite Class AA and A teams in action

Hamilton, NY

HAMILTON – Colgate University Head Men's Basketball Coach Matt Langel has announced the addition of five student-athletes to the Class of 2028. Three guards and two forwards, hailing from two different states and two Canadian provinces, are set to join the four-time defending Patriot League champions in 2024-25. "One of the great things about being a college coach is the chance to bring new young people to join a team and institution," said five-time Patriot League Coach of the Year Langel. "We are very much looking forward to what these young men can do for Colgate, and what Colgate can do to help them achieve their potential and realize their dreams."

Men’s Basketball Announces Class of 2028

Hickory, NC

Hermitage, PA

HERMITAGE, Pa. – Hickory High School and Saegertown High School are about an hour apart. And the two schools served as virtual bookends to a great boys’ athletic year in District 10. While neither the Hornets’ football team nor the Panthers’ baseball took home a state title or...

Top 25 Countdown Presented by Pizza Hut: No. 22 Hickory Football, Saegertown Baseball Reach PIAA Semifinals Bookending Great Year for Boys Athletics in D10

North Carolina State

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Town Talks

A Raleigh suburb is the safest town in North Carolina, a new report finds. Fuquay-Varina ranks No. 1 on a list of smaller cities boasting lower crime rates and a lower financial toll on residents, according to results published by Moneygeek.

The safest place to live in North Carolina? This ranks as the state’s No. 1 town

Virginia State

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A Culpepper family had a Wizard of Oz experience. A family of five in Culpepper, Virginia, experienced a Wizard of Oz during this past Sunday's tornado. Brandy Walters told WTOP it's a miracle she and her husband, Lawrence Johnson, and their three children are still alive.

Tornado picked up a shed with a Culpepper, Virginia family of 5 inside, then dropped them upsidedown

Jacksonville, FL

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Jacksonville Today

Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence and his wife, Marissa, are expecting a baby. The couple posted pictures on their social media accounts Thursday afternoon with the caption “A little Lawrence on the way.”

A little Lawrence is on the way

Maine State

Idaho State

Shop with Me Mama

Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

Kansas City, MO

Independence, MO

Some people confuse the Bob’s Big Boy franchise with the Big Boy Burgers location in Independence, Missouri. The Big Boy Burgers in Independence, Missouri is at 12401 East US Highway 40 and it's been there for over half a century. You might think this restaurant is affiliated with Bob's Big Boy franchise, but it is not. It just has a similar name.

Retro burger joints: Big Boy Burgers and Paul's Drive-in in the Kansas City area

WyoFile

Within hours of the sighting on Wednesday, Frank van Manen caught word that there was a grizzly sow with five cubs in tow spotted in Yellowstone National Park. Five cubs following mom is so unlikely that van Manen, who leads the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team, pondered an explanation.

Five grizzly bear cubs make the largest litter in Yellowstone-area history

Rosalyn Mixon Phillips says this will be an iconic weekend for Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority in Jacksonville. The Gamma Rho Omega chapter of the predominantly Black sorority will host its largest fundraiser in its 82-year history inside the Prime Osborne Convention Center on Saturday evening.

Alpha Kappa Alpha has high hopes for scholarship drive

According to Shakey's website, this pizza parlor is only in California, North Carolina, and Washington state in the U.S. now. This was my family's go-to pizza joint when my father was stationed with the Air Force outside of Omaha, Nebraska. We liked it so much, that when we were transferred again, it was hopeful we'd find another one.

Shakey's Pizza Parlor and nostalgia: the first franchised pizza restaurant also landed in Missouri

Joplin, MO

The location of the Undercliff Grill & Bar has some interesting history. It's a family-owned venue located at 6385 Old Highway 71 in Tipton Ford, Missouri according to its website. This restaurant might be a hidden gem if you're looking for an interesting dining experience under a cliff.

Yes, that's a cliff: the Undercliff Grill & Bar in Joplin, Missouri

Queensbury, NY

Powered by record-breaking forward Tanner Fearman, the Queensbury boys hockey team returned to the Division II state championship game, but ran into a familiar foe, Skaneateles. The Spartans (17-5-1) finished second in the Capital District High School Hockey League and reached the state final for the first time since 2019, before falling 5-1 to Skaneateles.

10. Spartans return to state hockey finals

Massachusetts State

Scituate, MA

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The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced Willow, a shy 10-month-old Dachshund mix with a "cute little personality and lots of love to give," as described by the local animal shelter. Despite being unsure of the world and a bit nervous, Willow "bonds quickly and loves a lot when she trusts her people." She has made numerous human friends at the shelter, indicating her potential to make an amazing companion for the right person.

Meet The Shy Little Lady Looking For Love

Cambridge, MA

The Harvard Crimson 

By Emma H. Haidar and Cam E. Kettles, Crimson Staff Writers. More than 1,000 people walked out of Harvard’s Commencement on Thursday, as mass discontent over the decision to bar 13 pro-Palestine College student protesters from graduating overshadowed a day filled with pomp and circumstance.

Outrage at Decision to Deny Diplomas to 13 Pro-Palestine Students Overshadows Harvard Commencement

Colorado State

Cripple Creek, CO

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(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

The Lantern

Former Ohio State Army ROTC Lt. Colonel Michael Kelvington (left), who was also the university’s professor of military science and leadership, was officially replaced by Lt. Colonel Steven Spiker (right) effective June 7. Credit: Courtesy of The Ohio State University and Lt. Colonel Steven Spiker, respectively.

Lt. Colonel Michael Kelvington removed from Ohio State Army ROTC post, replaced by Lt. Colonel Steven Spiker in light of ongoing Title IX investigation

West Texas Livestock Growers

Looking out onto a field of perfectly rolled hay bales is not just a beautiful sight; it’s a testament to your hard work and expertise. The feeling of pride and accomplishment that comes from baling them yourself is truly unmatched.

How to achieve perfect hay bales every time

Bluffton, SC

BLUFFTON -- Following the departure of Coach Jay Harris, assistant coach Dan Huff has been named interim head coach for the 2024 season. "I'm so thankful for Dan and his willingness to step up since Jay's departure," Director of Athletics Quin Monahan said. "From day one he's been positive, team-focused and enthusiastic. In his time here, Dan has earned the respect of the team as well as the entire coaching staff and I'm confident he'll lead our program well. I'm excited for the upcoming season under Coach Huff's leadership."

Huff to lead to Women's Soccer in '24

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Summer Classic basketball tournament helps smaller schools build their games

HOWLAND - 22 boys teams and 11 girls teams participated in the ninth annual Summer Classic high school basketball tournament this weekend. Mattanawcook Academy, Lee Academy,...

Summer Classic basketball tournament helps smaller schools build their games

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