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Despite immense health challenges, Pittsburgh man keeps on moving - "I don't believe in giving up."
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - For some, when you get knocked down over and over again, it's hard to pick yourself back up - especially when it's because of your health. A man from Shaler, who was knocked down more times than he can count, kept getting back up, even though some believed he never would.Ronald Davis's laughter is infectious, and his positive attitude will leave you feeling positive. "I just...I don't believe in giving up," said Ronald Davis. When he was 19 and about to enter the Army, doctors found Ron had non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. "I was flabbergasted, I was scared," he recalled. He went through...
Pirates prospect update: Termarr Johnson is on fire
On this edition of the Pirates Prospect Update series, we take a dive into what has been a great streak of performances for second baseman Termarr Johnson. Although the season started slow for Johnson, he has never looked better for Greensboro, earning himself a selection to the Futures Game for All-Star weekend. He was also one of the first players to participate in the Futures Skills Showcase event that was held during the weekend. He would go 1-for-2 with a run scored in the Futures game.
Pirates' great Double-A pitching staff got even better with recent promotion
The Altoona Curve have had an incredible pitching staff this season, but they just got better with the recent promotion of left-handed pitcher Hunter Barco, the Pirates' 12th-ranked prospect. The Curve already featured multiple great pitching prospects in their rotation, but Barco helps them level up further. Let's take a...
Picklesburgh adds extra day, new events
Jul. 18—Leave it to Pittsburgh to continue to make an even bigger big dill out of pickles. For its annual pickle-inspired event — Picklesburgh — produced by the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership and presented by Kraft Heinz, there is a new competition and an extra day for the event voted the No. 1 food festival in America by USA Today for three consecutive years. Picklesburgh, which began in ...
New Penguins defenseman Matt Grzelcyk 'motivated to prove myself again'
Jul. 18—Well before he joined the Pittsburgh Penguins earlier this month as an unrestricted free agent, Matt Grzelcyk enjoyed some bright moments through connections with the team. First, the left-handed defenseman was drafted by the Boston Bruins in the third round (No. 85 overall) in the 2012 NHL Draft that was hosted by the Penguins at what was then known as Consol Energy Center. Then he ...
Best Virginia starts its dash for $1 million in TBT 2024 this weekend in Pittsburgh
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — While The Basketball Tournament may still feel like a novel concept, Best Virginia is already turning the page to a new era of its West Virginia University alumni basketball team. Chase Harler transitions from player to head coach for Best Virginia in TBT 2024, and former low-post bruiser Kevin Jones will join […]
Lindsay Theater open during park construction
Construction is underway for the new borough park in Sewickley that will be located in front of The Lindsay Theater & Cultural Center. The work is being done by Pittsburgh-based Vermont Stone & Horticulture at a cost of $93,424. The borough owns the land and the lawn that the theater sits on, but not the theater.
Penn Hills weighing hookah bar regulations after deadly shooting
Penn Hills may crack down on hookah bars after a June shooting at Ballers Hookah Lounge & Cigar Bar, a spot known to police for trouble, left two dead and seven wounded. A zoning code amendment slated for consideration by the Planning Commission on July 25 would for the first time define these lounges and impose use-specific regulations.
WATCH: Pitt’s Transfer Duo Breaks Down Pitt Culture
On Thursday, Pitt basketball’s transfers — Cam Corhen and Damian Dunn — met with the Pittsburgh media for the first time. The pair talked about their respective recruitments to Pitt, the pitch that Jeff Capel and his staff gave them, and much more. Dunn spoke about his time at Houston, the improvements he has made since playing at Temple, his relationship with Capel, and more. Corhen spoke about the transition between Florida State and Pitt, while also referencing his experience playing alongside Pitt’s guards and forwards so far this summer.
Couple looking for help, answers after unprompted dog attack
A Pittsburgh area couple is looking for answers their dog was attacked Wednesday afternoon on the South Side Flats Julianna Fearon tells KDKA Radio her sheltie Austin was attacked by a dog off-leash near Armstrong Park.
Fitz Willys barbecue restaurant emphasizes family, community and good food
Jul. 18—The staff members of Fitz Willys Kitchen and Catering have a few standards they strive to meet every day: The restaurant is clean; everyone who walks through the door is greeted with a smile; and the food is fresh, consistent and served quickly. These seem like pretty standard restaurant practices. However, the family-owned barbecue joint in Penn Hills near the Plum border has seen ...
ESPN disrespects Connor McDavid and Sidney Crosby: fans are furious
ESPN has just published their ranking of the top 100 athletes in professional sports, and fans of the Oilers and Penguins were furious, and outright disgusted. People at ESPN don't seem to be huge hockey fans, as out of the 100 athletes on the list, only three NHL players were included. The three hockey players on the list were Sidney Crosby in 22nd place, Alex Ovechkin at 54, and, wait for it, Connor McDavid all the way down the list in third last, at 98.
Beaver County team-by-team football schedules for 2024 season
As teams across Beaver County begin to ramp up their summer workout programs this past week, that can only mean one thing and that is that the high school football season is just around the corner with many teams across the area kicking off their respective seasons on Aug. 23 with Week 0 play.
Cool & dry heading into the weekend for Pittsburgh region
PITTSBURGH — The weather is in cruise control heading into the weekend. Clouds will be mixed with a bit of sun and cooler temperatures for the Pittsburgh region as less humid air sweeps in. As skies clear Thursday night, it will be the first time temperatures dip into the...
Steelers May Have To Make Tough Decision On Key Playmaker
Heading into training camp in 2024, the Pittsburgh Steelers have a few questions to answer. There will be competition for starting spots, but the front office also has some work remaining. Several players are in line for contract extensions. One of them is running back Jaylen Warren, who is entering the final season of his […] The post Steelers May Have To Make Tough Decision On Key Playmaker appeared first on NFL Analysis Network.
Scranton Cultural Center highlights security measures amid ongoing rally investigations
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY(WOLF) — We're getting an inside look at what it takes to secure a facility when a president comes to our area. This comes as the investigation into the Trump rally shooting in Butler County continues. FOX56 spoke to the Scranton Cultural Center that's hosted presidents before.
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