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Luxury brands now sell experiences, not just products

July 3, 2026

For a long time, luxury meant owning expensive things. Now, it’s shifting toward selling how things make you feel. This idea drives Alo Yoga’s push into the French Riviera. The brand, known for yoga clothes, is expanding beyond apparel with new stores in Cannes and Saint-Tropez, a beach takeover at

entertainment

Two Paws and a Passion: How Rescue Dogs Are Becoming Comic-Con Stars

July 3, 2026

Paisley and Scarlett, two shih tzus with health challenges, have found their calling—not just as rescue dogs, but as cosplay superstars. Their owner, Michelle Smith, noticed early on that their playful energy could do more than brighten her home; it could inspire others. By dressing them in costumes

business

A Big New Outdoor Shop Plans to Boost La Mesa

July 3, 2026

La Mesa is getting a major new store in 2028—a massive outdoor shop called Bass Pro Shops. It’ll be the first one in San Diego County, filling 148, 000 square feet at the Grossmont Center mall. That’s bigger than most city blocks! The store will sell everything from fishing gear to guns, kayaks to c

entertainment

Summer fun kicks off for kids at Holyoke Mall

July 3, 2026

Starting July 7, families in the Holyoke area can look forward to seven straight weeks of free activities designed for children 12 and younger. Held every Tuesday at 11 a. m. on the mall’s lower level, these events flip the usual shopping trip into an interactive experience. Science experiments, pup

weather

Baltimore stays on high heat alert—here’s what you need to know

July 3, 2026

Temperatures in Baltimore aren’t backing down. Officials just pushed the extreme heat emergency into the weekend, with forecasts still calling for brutal conditions well past the Fourth of July. While many cities are known for fireworks and cookouts this time of year, Baltimore’s biggest concern rig

politics

Pennsylvania’s Energy Revival Gets a Boost with New Local Jobs

July 3, 2026

The restart of the Three Mile Island plant isn’t just about flipping a switch—it’s about reviving an entire region’s economy. Two key approvals have greenlit the transformation of the aging nuclear facility into the Crane Clean Energy Center, a move expected to bring hundreds of well-paying jobs to

opinion

A Quick Look at Why San Diego Still Lacks a Pickleball Home

July 2, 2026

The city of San Diego has promised to build a pickleball court at Robb Field, but the plan never got funded and now looks like it could be delayed until the 2030s. Players have been told to wait for studies, plans and money, but the sport’s rapid growth shows a different story. Pickleball is o

art

Connecting Boulder’s Art Scenes with a Bus‑Powered Night

July 2, 2026

Boulder is trying to turn its separate First Friday art nights into a single, city‑wide adventure. Instead of walking from one neighborhood to another on foot, organizers are lining up two existing bus lines – the HOP that loops through downtown and University Hill, and the SKIP that runs along Broa

entertainment

Celebrating Atlanta’s Iconic Places in 2026

July 2, 2026

Atlanta is buzzing with celebrations this year as several of its most famous spots hit big anniversaries. The city’s culture shines brighter when the High Museum of Art turns 100, the Atlanta History Center marks a century of storytelling, and the Chattahoochee Nature Center reaches 50 years of gree

health

A Helping Hand for New Moms and Babies

July 2, 2026

The MercyOne Genesis Foundation has announced a new grant aimed at supporting mothers and their newborns. This funding will help cover medical costs, supplies, and other essential needs for families in the region. The initiative is part of a broader effort to improve health outcomes for childr