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High School Sports Spotlight: Standout Performances Across WNC

May 26, 2026

Last week, high school athletes across Western North Carolina delivered impressive performances, with standout players leaving their mark in playoffs and championships. Soccer goalkeeper Rosalie Sharpe from Asheville High made key saves to secure a narrow overtime win, while soccer forward Aria Gile

politics

Alberta’s Vote: A Risky Move in Canada

May 25, 2026

Prime Minister Mark Carney warned that Alberta’s upcoming non‑binding vote on whether to stay in Canada could become a “dangerous bluff. ” He said the question itself is unhelpful and that it does not reflect the will of Albertans. The province plans to ask voters in October if they want to remai

celebrities

Celebrity Birthdays: May 24‑30 in a Fresh Look

May 19, 2026

The week of late May was packed with birthday celebrations across the entertainment world. From legendary musicians to iconic actors, many figures marked another year of life. On May 24, the jazz world celebrated Archie Shepp’s 89th birthday while comedian Tommy Chong turned 88. Bob Dylan, the folk

sports

Spartans Dominate, No‑Hitter Stuns Opponents

May 19, 2026

Bella Jacobs kept the ball flying, tossing a flawless no‑hitter in her second consecutive start as Sycamore shut out Prairie Ridge, 4–0. The win came in a playoff warm‑up where both teams earned top seeds and first‑round byes, though they play in separate supersections this year. After a five‑inning

crime

Courtroom Shooting: A High‑Bond Case Over a Dangerous Encounter

May 16, 2026

A 28‑year‑old man from Tennessee, who has posted hateful videos online under the name “Chud the Builder, ” was given a $1. 25 million bond after he shot someone outside a courthouse on Wednesday. The shooting happened during a fight in the courthouse courtyard at about 1:19 p. m. , when the man reac

celebrities

Celebrities Facing Parkinson’s: A Look Beyond the Spotlight

May 16, 2026

Parkinson’s disease is a gradual nervous system disorder that can change how people move and speak. It has no cure, but medicine helps many manage the symptoms such as shaking, stiffness, and balance problems. Several well‑known figures have lived with this condition and used their platforms to rais

sports

Big Man Back, Series Heats Up: What the Spurs-Wolves Game 5 Means for Both Teams

May 13, 2026

Game 5 of the Spurs vs. Timberwolves playoff series isn’t just another match—it’s a high-stakes showdown where everything changes because one player stays on the court instead of sitting on the bench. Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs’ towering rookie, got thrown out of Sunday’s game for a hard elbow to

celebrities

A Rising Star’s New Chapter in Hollywood

May 7, 2026

Genneya Walton has just signed a management deal with Strand Entertainment, marking the next step in her growing career. The actress is best known for her role as BB Urich, a sharp‑witted reporter linked to the New York Bulletin’s Ben Urich, in the second season of Marvel’s “Daredevil: Born Again. ”

politics

Trump’s Targeting and the Heated Words That Come Before It

April 29, 2026

The shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner isn’t the first time Donald Trump faced direct danger. Over the past two years, he’s been the target of three separate attacks, raising questions about how language in politics shapes real-world violence. A recent survey found something unsettl

entertainment

Event Surprise: A Night of Love, Laughter and Big‑Ticket Bids

April 18, 2026

A dinner on April 16 at Cipriani Wall Street turned into a lively celebration for the creators of the hit show “Heated Rivalry” and other key figures. The gathering honored Jacob Tierney, Brendan Brady, and Brooks Brothers chief Ken Ohashi for their roles in the series that follows a gay couple’s ad