The latest College Football Playoff rankings are out, and the stakes are high as teams gear up for crucial Week 14 games. Ohio State, Indiana, Texas A&M, and Georgia are still holding onto their top spots, but the real drama is unfolding further down the list. Ohio State, despite missing key players, dominated their game and stayed undefeated. They're now facing the...
Jauan Jennings, the tough wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers, has a story that goes beyond his impressive catches. His journey started in Cowan, Tennessee, where he was born on July 10, 1997. Raised in a Christian household, Jauan grew up with his parents, Angela Holman and Bennie Jennings, and later with his grandparents after his parents' divorce. Sports ra...
Every year, the U. S. president spares a couple of turkeys from becoming the main dish at Thanksgiving dinner. This tradition, which started way back in 1863 with President Abraham Lincoln, has become a fun and lighthearted event. The turkeys even get to stay in a fancy hotel the night before the big pardon. This year, President Donald Trump pardoned two turkeys nam...
In Alabama, the political scene is heating up with Doug Jones, a former U. S. Senator, throwing his hat into the ring for the governor's race. This move sets the stage for a potential rematch against Tommy Tuberville, the current governor. Jones, who last won a statewide race in 2017, faces an uphill battle in a state that leans heavily Republican. Jones' previous v...
Paul Finebaum, a well-known sports commentator, is thinking about running for the U. S. Senate in Alabama. He's been a big name in sports talk for a long time, especially in the South. Now, he's considering a big switch from sports to politics. Finebaum is 70 years old and works for the SEC Network and ESPN. He's looking at a race where other candidates include Alab...
College football is heating up, and the stakes are higher than ever. With the College Football Playoff (CFP) spots up for grabs, teams are fighting tooth and nail to secure their place. The ACC is a mess, with three teams tied at the top. Virginia, SMU, and Pittsburgh all have just one conference loss, and Miami is still hoping for an at-large spot. It's anyone's gam...
Week 13 of college football saw the top teams keeping their spots in the rankings. Ohio State, Indiana, and Texas A&M are still looking unbeaten. Ohio State beat Rutgers with a big win. Indiana is still perfect but has a tough game against Purdue coming up. Texas A&M is set to face Texas in a big matchup. Georgia, Oregon, and Mississippi are also in the top 10. Geor...
Oklahoma's defense is on fire. They just shut down Missouri's powerful rushing attack, holding them to just 70 yards on the ground. This is the same defense that upset Alabama last week. They're looking like a playoff contender, but there's a big problem: their offense isn't keeping up. John Mateer, Oklahoma's quarterback, threw for 173 yards and two touchdowns. But...
The Supreme Court recently stepped in, halting a lower court's decision that suggested Texas's new congressional map might be racially biased. This temporary block, signed by Justice Samuel Alito, will stay in effect for a few days while the court decides if the Republican-friendly map can be used in the upcoming midterm elections. The conservative-leaning Supreme C...
Samantha Smith, a senior at Newman Central Catholic High School, has earned the title of Student of the Month for November. She is the daughter of Chad and Corie Smith. Samantha's favorite class is AP Statistics with Mrs. Connie Royer. She believes Mrs. Royer is the best teacher she has ever had. The teacher makes learning fun and engaging. She uses activities that ...