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Akron’s Trash Art Sparks Clean‑Up Spirit

July 17, 2026

The City of Akron and Keep Akron Beautiful have set up a new public art piece that turns garbage into letters. The first display appears in Prentiss Park at 2043 East Ave. It spells out the word “THINK” to remind people about their impact on the city. \ The letters are built from chicken wire and f

entertainment

A Fresh Look at the 1987 Sci‑Fi Classic Gandahar

July 17, 2026

Gandahar, an animated adventure from 1987, mixes bizarre creatures, a battle against robotic soldiers and a mind‑bending journey through time. It was long forgotten after a shaky U. S. release, but now a new 4K version will hit theaters in August. The film’s director, René Laloux, is best remembered

opinion

High School Sports Update: New Plans and Big Changes

July 17, 2026

The Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) is gearing up for a busy season. In Montgomery, the association’s team is busy preparing for next week’s summer conference and All‑Star Sports Week, a time when coaches, administrators, and schools meet to discuss rules and logistics. A mandatory

politics

City Finance Chief Fired Over Pay‑Raise Dispute

July 16, 2026

A new finance director was hired in Harrisburg last January, but he was dismissed a month later after refusing to approve certain salary hikes. The city’s council meeting on July 14 revealed that the former director, who had been with the office for just a few weeks, was let go abruptly. He could no

business

Vegas Welcomes Billionaire Zillow Co‑Founder Rich Barton

July 16, 2026

Rich Barton, one of the brains behind Zillow and Expedia, has announced that he will now call Las Vegas home. The announcement came in a post on X, where Barton said his kids have grown up and the family is ready for a new chapter. Barton, who helped start Zillow about twenty years ago, still holds

politics

Blanche’s Role in the Justice Department: A Question of Loyalty and Law

July 16, 2026

The U. S. attorney general is meant to protect the public’s legal interests, yet some argue that Todd Blanche has put his allegiance to President Trump above this duty. Blanche, who stepped in as acting attorney general after Pam Bondi’s resignation, has been accused of advancing the president’s

politics

Traffic Stops and Tragedy: A Closer Look at the ICE Debate

July 16, 2026

The conversation around immigration enforcement has gotten hotter after a series of deadly incidents involving federal officers. In early July, two ICE agents shot and killed motorists in Maine and Texas, sparking a push from some officials to pause most vehicle stops. But the former president

politics

Debate Over the CFPB: A Shift in Power and Policy

July 16, 2026

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has become the center of a heated debate as its current interim head, Russell Vought, prepares to step down after a year and a half in the role. During his final hearing before the House Financial Services Committee, Vought defended his decision to cut

sports

Allentown Sports Legends: A Fresh Look at the Hall of Fame

July 14, 2026

Allentown High School, founded over a century ago in rural Monmouth County, has grown from a small farm‑bordered school into a powerhouse of athletic talent. For many years the team struggled to find its footing, but in recent decades it has produced state champions and professional prospects across

sports

Celebrini’s Rise: From NHL Cover to Playoff Hope

July 14, 2026

Macklin Celebrini, the 20‑year‑old star of the San Jose Sharks, has become a household name in hockey after landing the cover spot on EA Sports’ upcoming NHL 27 game. The honor came after a season where he shattered the Sharks’ single‑season point record with 115 goals and assists, earning a Ted Lin