Los Angeles, CA

The next domino in the Lakers’ offseason has fallen. After months of speculation, point guard D’Angelo Russell has formally made a decision on his $18.7 million Player Option next season. Lakers News: D’Angelo Russell’s Decision is Official. Lakers Retain Key Piece. Russell is coming off of...

Lakers News: D’Angelo Russell’s Decision is Official

Miami, FL

Josh Richardson is joining the Miami Heat for his second tenure with the team in 2023-24. That partnership will continue for another season. Shams Charania of The Athletic reports that the 30-year-old will pick up his player option for the 2024-25 season. It is for slightly more than $3 million.

9-Year Vet Picks Up Player Option To Return To Miami Heat

After four seasons with the New Orleans Pelicans, center Jaxson Hayes signed with the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2023 offseason. Now 24 years old, he agreed to a two-year deal worth about $4.6 million. The second year of that deal is a player option, one that Shams Charania of The Athletic is being told that he will pick up. He will reunite with new head coach JJ Redick as they were previously teammates together in New Orleans.

Lakers Big Man Picks Up Player Option

The first round of the 2024 NBA Draft has concluded, and while there weren’t as many trades as there had been in previous years, there were plenty of picks that shocked everyone watching. Let’s break down the five biggest surprises from the first round, and what to look forward to in the second round.

The 5 Biggest Surprises of Night One of The 2024 NBA Draft

The second day of the NHL trade has yielded another trade. On Saturday, the Los Angeles Kings and Tampa Bay Lightning completed the Tanner Jeannot trade. Tampa Bay gets the 118th selection in this year’s draft and a second-rounder in 2025. That 118th pick was used to select Jan Golicic of Gatineau of the QMJHL.

Los Angeles Kings Acquire Tampa Bay Lightning Forward

Missouri State

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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

San Francisco, CA

Hall of Fame first baseman Orlando Cepeda, best known for his presence in the fearsome San Francisco Giants lineups of the early 1960s, has died. He was 86 years old. He is the second Giants legend to pass away in recent weeks, following the passing of Willie Mays on June 18.

Hall of Famer Orlando Cepeda Dies at 86

Welcome to another edition on NHL Rumours! The Toronto Maple Leafs star forward might finally be on the move. Rumour has it that the Vegas Golden Knights are front-runners for Mitch Marner. It could be the next big blockbuster trade that gets made this summer. NHL Rumours. Rumour: Lucas Nola...

NHL Rumours: Maple Leafs Star Forward Could be Moved to Vegas

Jacksonville, FL

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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

Georgia State

DeanLand

Georgia's population grew beyond the 11 million mark in 2023, reaching 11,029,227 residents according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. With a robust population increase of 2.9% from 2020 to 2023, 315,456 new residents arrived in the state. Georgia was the 10th fastest-growing state in the US by percentage during the reporting period.

Georgia's Population Surges Past 11 Million, Fueled by Migration

Maine State

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Idaho State

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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?

Arkansas State

Branson, MO

Many believe the cryptid Ozark Howler is simply a folk monster like Momo. The Ozark Howler has been brought forward in oral traditions as a creature of the Ozark Mountains. The Ozark Mountains span parts of Missouri and Arkansas and have been home to this legendary creature that has captured the imagination of many. This elusive animal has been described as a large, black, and shaggy creature. Some say it looks like a very large cat. It's also been reported in numerous sightings, stories of which have been passed down through generations. Many wonder if the Ozark Howler is a real creature or simply a myth.

Missouri's Ozark Mountains: legend of the Ozark Howler and whether it's fact or fiction

The sabotage rumours may have been debunked, but there is a shift of power at Mercedes. There have been sabotage rumours surrounding Mercedes in relation to Lewis Hamilton. There was also an anonymous email sent with the claims. Mercedes have since debunked the rumours, with Toto Wolff saying that the email came from online “cowards.” The Brackley-based team allegedly went as far as hiring a private investigator for the matter.

The Power Shift At Mercedes

Nashville, TN

Lebanon, TN

The NASCAR Cup Series will roll into Nashville on Sunday for the 19th race of the 2024 season. Sunday is a crucial race for the drivers sitting around the playoff bubble. Here is everything you need to know before the green flag. The Track – Nashville Superspeedway. Nestled in...

NASCAR Cup Series Ally 400: Preview, Predictions And How To Watch

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

Washington, DC

In a widely anticipated move, the Washington Nationals will promote outfield prospect James Wood on Monday, per Grant Paulsen of 106.7 FM The Fan. The towering 6’7″ slugger will make his debut at home against the New York Mets, a team Washington is surprisingly competing with for a Wild Card spot.

Washington Nationals To Call Up Top Prospect

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

The Toronto Blue Jays designated lefty reliever Tim Mayza for assignment on Saturday and selected the contract of right-hander Jose Cuas from Triple-A Buffalo. Mayza spent the past few seasons as a reliable, high-quality arm in Toronto’s bullpen. Unfortunately, both he and the Blue Jays have both struggled this season, and with the urgency to perform only growing as the trade deadline approaches, the organization decided to move on.

Toronto Blue Jays Designate Longest Tenured Player For Assignment

Columbus, OH

The Buckeyes added another top defensive lineman recruit to their 2025 recruiting class on Thursday. In a formal commitment announcement, 247Sports Composite four-star defensive tackle Trajen Odom picked Ohio State. He chose the Buckeyes over the likes of Oregon, USC, UCLA, Colorado, and Georgia. Odom is considered by 247Sports‘ Composite as the 31st-best defensive lineman and seventh-best overall recruit from North Carolina.

Ohio State Earns Another Top Defensive Line Commit for 2025

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

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2024 NBA Draft: Surprise Team Named As Alexandre Sarr Suitor

The Atlanta Hawks are widely expected to draft JL Bourg forward Zaccharie Risacher with the No. 1 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Whether it’s because...

2024 NBA Draft: Surprise Team Named As Alexandre Sarr Suitor

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