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A Volunteer's Five-Decade Fight for Mill Valley’s Green Spaces

June 12, 2026

In early June, local leaders in Mill Valley singled out one person for doing something remarkable: volunteering for over fifty years to protect the town’s open spaces and guide its growth. Nona Dennis received the title “Volunteer All-Star” during a city council meeting, but the real story isn’t the

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Severe Storm Alert Hits Southeast Minnesota

June 11, 2026

A weather warning is active for parts of southeastern Minnesota until 7 p. m. local time. The alert covers the towns of Fillmore, Goodhue, Houston, Olmsted, Wabasha, and Winona. Residents in these areas should stay informed and prepare for possible severe thunderstorms. The National Weather Service

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Celebrities Turning Older on June 2

June 2, 2026

June 2 marks another day for a mix of actors, musicians and sports stars to celebrate their birthdays. One of the headline names is Awkwafina, who turns 38 and had a memorable stint hosting Saturday Night Live in 2018. Morena Baccarin, age 47, is also on the list; she recently appeared in a spin‑off

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South Bend’s June Fun Guide: Festivals, Films and Family Adventures

June 1, 2026

A quick glance at South Bend’s calendar shows a packed week of activities from June 1‑7. The first event on the list is an exhibition that takes a look back at America’s symbols of freedom. Visitors can stroll through the Midwest Museum of American Art, see patriotic icons like Uncle Sam and think

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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

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Cannes, New Orleans and Beyond: A Week of Star‑Powered Events

May 18, 2026

The entertainment world buzzed this week, with big names showing up at festivals, premieres and special celebrations across the globe. In France, actors Colman Domingo and Jeremy Pope were spotted at the Kering Women In Motion Awards held during the Cannes Film Festival, while British star David Oye

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Celebrities Who Celebrate Their Birthday on May 17

May 17, 2026

May 17 marks a special day for several well‑known figures across entertainment and sports. One highlight is the 64th birthday of comedian Craig Ferguson, remembered for his quick wit on “Celebrity Name Game. ” Another star turning a year older is singer Trent Reznor, who added 61 years to his life a

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Books that capture the same grit as The Wire

May 17, 2026

Crime fiction doesn’t get much sharper than the work of the writers behind The Wire. These authors turned their firsthand experience into gripping stories long before they shaped the show’s legendary writer’s room. Dennis Lehane’s Mystic River, for instance, drops readers into a childhood friendship

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Celebrities Celebrate May 13th: A Snapshot of Stars Turning Older

May 14, 2026

On this day, several well‑known figures mark new years in their lives. Among them is actor Harvey Keitel, who celebrates his 87th birthday; he once had a daughter named Stella, who played one of Henry Hill’s kids in the classic film “Goodfellas. ” The legendary singer Stevie Wonder turns 76, having

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A Day‑Long Dance of Flowers: How Genes and Smells Work Together

April 28, 2026

When the day‑lily Hemerocallis fulva “Shaman” opens, it releases a bouquet that shifts over time. Scientists followed this scent journey by sampling petals at three key moments: the first blush, the peak bloom, and the last sigh. Using modern tools that spot tiny chemicals (volatile organic compo