November 24 is a special day for many famous faces. Let's take a look at some notable names celebrating birthdays today. Katherine Heigl, known for her roles in movies like "My Father the Hero" and "Bride of Chucky, " is turning 47. She has been a familiar face in Hollywood for years. Stephen Merchant, who recently appeared in "The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon, " is 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 ...
Dixon's boys cross country team made a strong start in their quest for a state title. They won the Sterling regional with a solid team effort, scoring 41 points. This put them 20 points ahead of Aurora Central Catholic, who came in second. Sterling, unfortunately, finished eighth with 218 points. Individual performances were impressive for Dixon. Averick Wiseman cam...
Louisville's City Council had a packed meeting last week, tackling everything from airport upgrades to tech refreshes. The night kicked off with a quick check-in on old business, specifically those blighted properties that have been a thorn in the city's side. Progress is slow, but it's happening. The big-ticket item was the airport's runway resurfacing project. The...
Netflix is full of shows that don't get the attention they deserve. These underrated series are packed with excitement and are perfect for a binge-watch. One standout is "Parish, " featuring Giancarlo Esposito as Gray Parish. Gray is a man with a dark past and a talent for driving. After his son's death, his life spirals out of control. He's in debt and cut off from...
Derek Dixon, an actor known for his role in "The Oval, " has taken legal action against Tyler Perry. He claims that Perry, who created the show, used his influence to create a harmful and exploitative environment. Dixon is seeking $260 million in damages, alleging that Perry's behavior included sexual harassment and assault. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles, has br...
A TV actor has taken legal action against a powerful figure in Hollywood, accusing him of using his influence to exploit and assault him. The actor, Derek Dixon, starred in 85 episodes of the BET series "The Oval, " created by Tyler Perry. Dixon's lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles, seeks at least $260 million in damages, alleging a pattern of sexual harassment and assaul...
The Indianapolis 500 is a big deal. It's a chance for drivers to prove themselves on one of the most famous tracks in the world. But for Scott McLaughlin, the dream turned into a nightmare before the race even began. During the warmup laps, he lost control and crashed into the wall. It was a tough moment for the New Zealander, who had been set to start in the top 10....
The 2025 Indy 500 is set to be an exciting event. A rookie will start on the pole, Robert Schwartzman. This will be his first oval race. He is 8-1 in the odds. The favorite is Pato O'Ward at 5-1. Alex Palou and Scott Dixon are also strong contenders at 11-2 and 13-2 respectively. The odds for the Indy 500 are a mix of experience and surprise picks. Kyle Larson...
The quest for the pole position at the 109th Indianapolis 500 is heating up. The Firestone Fast Six will feature a mix of seasoned racers and new faces. This includes a rookie who is tackling an oval track for the very first time. The stakes are high, as the winner will secure the NTT P1 Award. Felix Rosenqvist is currently leading the pack. He achieved an impre...