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 ...
Joey Lawrence, famous for his role in the 90s sitcom Blossom, and his wife, Samantha Cope, are expecting a baby boy. This news comes after the couple called off their divorce, which they had filed for just a few months earlier. Lawrence, now 49, joked about the surprise during a red carpet event, saying, "This is not planned. No, I'm kidding. " Cope added, "Yeah, a b...
Dagestan is known for producing top fighters, and Magomed Zaynukov is the latest to catch attention. He is part of a new group of fighters gaining recognition in the sport. At UFC 322, Dustin Poirier, a retired MMA legend, met Zaynukov backstage. Poirier has had a long and successful career, with many big wins and championship fights. His last fight was against Max H...
Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, has been quietly making waves in the martial arts world. His dedication to Brazilian jiu-jitsu is no joke. He trains with top UFC fighters like Israel Adesanya and Max Holloway. This isn't just a hobby for him. He competes in local tournaments and trains with some of the best coaches around. Dana White, the UFC president, has notice...
In Reno, a recent decision has sparked a debate between nightlife enthusiasts and local residents. The Reno Planning Commission gave the green light to a bar in Midtown to host live entertainment late at night, but with some conditions. The bar, Jupiter Red, can now have live music past 11 p. m. , but only from Friday to Sunday. This rule is set to expire after six m...
Metro Transit has some big wins that make riding the bus or train a good choice for many. One cool thing is that you can bring your bike along. Nicole Najmon from New Hope uses her bike and the bus together. She says the bike racks on buses are safe and easy to use. Each rack holds two bikes, so if it's full, you just wait for the next bus. This mix of biking and bus...
Adam Driver is set to star in a new crime drama series for Netflix. The show, titled "Rabbit, Rabbit, " is a modern take on hostage situations and is said to have a similar vibe to the classic film "Dog Day Afternoon. " The story unfolds at a truck stop in southern Illinois, where an escaped convict takes hostages to negotiate his freedom. Things quickly spiral out o...
Mississippi lawmakers are diving deep into the school choice discussion, aiming to draft legislation that could reshape education funding in the state. The Mississippi House Select Committee on Education Freedom, led by House Speaker Jason White and co-chaired by Reps. Rob Roberson and Jansen Owen, is exploring ways to allow government funding for private or religiou...
Netflix is set to bring back a familiar face from the world of teen sitcoms. Daniella Monet will reprise her role as Trina Vega in a new series called Hollywood Arts. This show is a spin-off of the popular Nickelodeon series Victorious, which aired from 2010 to 2013. The new series will follow Trina as she returns to her old high school, Hollywood Arts, but this tim...
New York's basketball season is in full swing, and with it comes a star-studded crowd at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks' home opener drew a mix of athletes, actors, and musicians, all eager to see the team take on the Cleveland Cavaliers. Among the notable faces was Aaron Judge, the Yankees' slugger known for his impressive 53 home runs and leading MLB with a 1. ...