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May 01 2026SPORTS

Big Win Streaks and Big Scores in High School Sports

This past week saw some standout performances in local high school sports, especially in baseball and softball. In baseball, one team completely dominated their rivals by winning three straight games. The visiting team scored big early and often, with their top players driving in multiple runs. Pitc

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May 01 2026SCIENCE

Two full moons light up May’s sky in South Carolina

This May, South Carolina gets a rare sky show with not one but two full moons. Such back-to-back full moons only happen every two or three years, according to space experts. The second one is called a blue moon, but don’t expect a color change—it’s just a name. The first full moon, often nicknamed

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Apr 30 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Fun and culture events lighting up Arkansas this week

This weekend, Arkansas offers more than just routine weekend plans. From dance performances to music festivals, there are plenty of ways to spend time outdoors or indoors, depending on the weather and mood. One standout event is Ballet Arkansas’s "Origins, " a free contemporary ballet show. It’s no

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Apr 29 2026SPORTS

The Lakers face a playoff reality check against the Rockets

This NBA playoff series just flipped from predictable to wild in a matter of weeks. The Lakers entered the first round with more questions than answers, only to stumble into a 3-1 lead against Houston like a team that hadn’t even planned to show up. But here’s the thing about this season: the script

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

St. Paul’s Cinco de Mayo festival gets a fresh start on the West Side

This weekend, St. Paul’s West Side neighborhood will host its Cinco de Mayo festival, but with a smaller crowd and more local flavor than in past years. Instead of spreading across long blocks, the event is now concentrated on Cesar Chavez Street between Robert and Ada streets, including Parque Cast

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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

Big Week in Washington: Trips Cancelled, Shots Fired, and Bets on Raids

This week in U. S. politics had it all—a cancelled foreign trip, a gunshot scare in a room full of reporters, and a soldier who made a fortune betting on a secret raid. The biggest story began when a former president cancelled plans to visit Pakistan, saying Iran’s leadership was too divided to talk

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Apr 27 2026OPINION

A Week of Big Ideas and Bigger Questions

This week, a cartoonist took on some of the year’s most heated topics in a way that got people talking. From Utah’s past to global power struggles, the sketches didn’t shy away from tough themes. One drawing revisited an old story—David and Goliath—but with a modern twist, asking why small voices st

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Apr 25 2026WEATHER

Rainy Weekend Ahead for Philadelphia – Will It Help or Hurt the Local Scenery?

This weekend, Philadelphia isn’t just expecting rain—it’s bracing for a full-on soaking. After months of dry conditions, the city’s plants and reservoirs are craving water, but the timing couldn’t be worse for outdoor plans. The Azalea Garden Spring Fete, a popular event near the Philadelphia Museum

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Apr 25 2026CELEBRITIES

A Fun Day Out with a Golf Star and More

This June, golf fans in South Carolina have a special treat coming their way. Bill Murray, the actor known for his roles in comedies like "Caddyshack, " will be in town for the BMW Charity Pro-Am. He’s not just showing up; he’s bringing his A-game and a lot of charm to two local golf courses. Murray

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Apr 25 2026RELIGION

Music and Faith Collide in Baton Rouge This Weekend

This Sunday at 3 p. m. , a free concert at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church will bring together musicians from different faiths to celebrate unity. The annual Sounds of CommUNITY event, now in its third decade, started in 1991 as a way to bridge gaps between religious groups through music. Instead o

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