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Reno’s New Jewelry Spot: Kendra Scott Opens Its First Store

March 28, 2026

A fresh spark is lighting up Reno’s shopping scene as a popular Texas jewelry brand moves into town. The brand, known for its trendy pieces that sit between everyday wear and luxury, will debut its first location at the Shayden Summit mall in south Reno. The opening is slated for either April or May

sports

High School Sports Showdown: Strikes, Scoring and Transfers

March 28, 2026

The day started with a strikeout storm as Abington’s senior pitcher, Elsie Testa, collected 16 outs on the mound and pushed her career tally past five hundred. Her team rolled to an 11‑1 win over Pembroke, keeping the single run she allowed to the end of the game. In a different arena, North Read

politics

Women’s Vote May Decide Maine Senate Showdown

March 28, 2026

The race for a U. S. Senate seat in Maine has turned into a tug‑of‑war over female voters, with Governor Janet Mills and candidate Graham Platner both focusing heavily on this group. Mills launched a new TV spot accusing Platner of past online remarks that downplayed sexual assault. Platner, a v

celebrities

Celebrity Birthdays on March 27

March 27, 2026

On this day, many well‑known figures celebrate another year. The most talked about is director Quentin Tarantino, who turns 63. He once voiced a character in his own film “Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood. ” Singer Mariah Carey reaches 56. She performed at the Winter Olympics opening ceremony in

entertainment

Austin Music Grants Shake Up the Scene

March 26, 2026

The city of Austin is rolling out a fresh round of music funding that will reach 399 artists, promoters and venues. A total of $7. 1 million is being distributed this spring after the launch of a new Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment office. The decision sparked heated debate among musici

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Braves Roll Out New Food and Lights Before Season Start

March 25, 2026

The Atlanta Braves kicked off media day at Truist Park, showing fans a fresh lineup of food and entertainment before the season opens. The first thing visitors noticed were bright LED lights that give the stadium a rock‑concert feel, a design choice aimed at making every game night feel electric. E

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Deadloch Season Two Hits 100% on Rotten Tomatoes

March 23, 2026

The new season of the Australian crime comedy Deadloch has reached a perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes, proving that fresh humor can still win critics. The series was written by the duo Kate McLennan and Kate McCartney, often called “the Kates. ” They keep the show tight by producing only six epis

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Hidden Meetings, Public Scrutiny: A Texas DA in the Hot Seat

March 22, 2026

The case that began with a 2020 protest in Austin is now stirring deeper questions about how prosecutors work. A district attorney, who won his position after a campaign promising to target police misconduct, faces pressure from local law‑enforcement groups to step down. The controversy centers on a

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Texas Faces a Question About Islam and Its Rights

March 22, 2026

The debate in Texas this month centers on a planned Muslim community near Dallas that many see as evidence of an “Islamization” threat. A church in Fort Worth recently hosted a panel that suggested banning Islam or treating it as a political ideology. Meanwhile, after a shooting in downtown Austin,

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U. S. Counterterrorism: A Broken System in a Time of War

March 22, 2026

The United States is currently lacking an effective counterterrorism plan, especially as it faces new threats from the Iran conflict. In early March a naturalized citizen opened fire in an Austin bar, killing three people before police ended the attack. A week later, teens with ties to Islamic S