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Sarasota’s Sports & Community Highlights

May 29, 2026

The Florida Special Olympics tennis event held at the USTA National Campus in Lake Nona saw Team Sarasota shine, grabbing nine medals across different categories. Coaches Ron and Brenda Shields guided a group of nine athletes who all earned podium finishes: Dylan Mayes and Virginia Barakos took gold

politics

Smoke shops under fire in Philly over unregulated products

May 22, 2026

Philadelphia is debating new rules for smoke shops that sell unregulated substances like kratom and hemp-based THC. Two bills aim to tighten control by classifying these products as "intoxicating, " requiring special licenses, and testing for safety. Buyers would also need to be over 21. The push co

entertainment

New Deal Lets JB Smoove Create Unscripted Hits

May 21, 2026

JB Smoove has struck a fresh multi‑year agreement with Fox Entertainment Studios that gives him the first chance to greenlight unscripted projects. In this arrangement, Smoove will act as an executive producer and creative partner for a variety of shows across different formats. His own production c

sports

When NASCAR Stars Left the Speedway Too Soon

May 10, 2026

The open-wheel racing world has always thrilled fans with roaring engines and high-speed chases. NASCAR, the stock car racing giant, built its fame from fast cars circling tracks since the late 1940s. Over time, it grew into a high-stakes billion-dollar business, far beyond just cars zooming in loop

politics

White House Meeting Sparks Friction in Pro‑Life Circle

May 9, 2026

Anti‑abortion groups plan to sit down with White House staff on Friday, reflecting a growing sense of impatience over President Trump’s pace in pushing tougher abortion limits. The conversation follows comments from Marjorie Dannenfelser, head of Susan B. Anthony Pro‑Life America, who said that a

entertainment

Silo’s Big Mystery Is About to Unfold

April 25, 2026

The sci‑fi drama on Apple TV has kept viewers guessing for almost three years. The first season dropped a puzzle that felt almost unsolvable, and even after two seasons the answer still feels out of reach. Now, with season three coming in July 2026, the show promises to finally crack the case. The

celebrities

Meloni Says Goodbye to a Long‑Running TV Icon

April 18, 2026

Christopher Meloni expressed deep emotions after the cancellation of his long‑running role in a popular crime drama series. He took to social media to thank fans who had supported his character, Elliot Stabler, over the years. The actor reflected on nearly 17 years of portraying the detective and ho

entertainment

Romance Hits the Big Screen: A Fresh Look at New Adaptations

March 11, 2026

The world of romance books is booming, and movies are catching up. People love the feel‑good stories that let them forget everyday worries. A lot of this interest comes from social media trends, especially on BookTok, and recent shows like Heated Rivalry that turn book series into hit dramas. Col

sports

Sports Analytics Gets a New Pulse

February 27, 2026

The MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference is marking its 20th year, growing from a small classroom idea into a massive event that draws athletes, tech experts and business leaders alike. At its heart is Jessica Gelman, a former Harvard basketball player who turned her curiosity about high‑pressure p

sports

Top Ten Daytona 500 Drivers: A Fresh Look at Racing Legends

February 15, 2026

The Daytona 500 is one of the most famous races in sports, and it has a long history that starts in 1959. The first winner was Lee Petty, who drove an Oldsmobile and finished the race at an average speed of about 135 miles per hour. Petty was special because he was both the driver and the owner of h