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Event to celebrate backpack donation to children in Galveston
Landmark Hospitality Group, owner of Hearsay on the Strand, and Advanced Diagnostics Healthcare System are supporting the House’s Repacked for Smiles and New Miles campaign, which collects clean, gently used backpacks for children staying at the house....
Santa Fe park closed for maintenance
Adjacent to the Mae S. Bruce Library, 13302 Sixth Street, the park is expected to remain closed for as many as six weeks after work begins Monday to dismantle and replace playground equipment, officials said Tuesday....
St. Vincent’s House to honor longtime community leaders at gospel brunch
The event will feature live gospel music, a Southern comfort brunch, signature beverages and gospel performances while honoring the Rev. Ray Pinard and Vivian Pinard for more than four decades of service to St. Vincent’s House and the Galveston community....
Galveston Women’s Conference celebrates leadership, legacy and connections
The Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce hosted its 19th annual Galveston Women’s Conference, the organization’s signature event celebrating women in business, leadership and the community....
League City nature center receives upgrades, renovation
The Dr. Ned & Fay Dudney Nature Center, 1220 Egret Bay Blvd., closed Aug. 31 for renovations and upgrades. After its expected reopening Sept. 21, returning visitors will be able to use a new restroom and rebuilt bird blinds, Sarah…...
Galveston to celebrate art, friendship with Málaga Spain
The event — dubbed Galveston Loves Málaga: An International Celebration of Art in the Parks — is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 13 at Menard Park, 2222 28th St....
From Christmas gifts to bicycles, deputy keeps giving back
Deputy Mac Sanford spent Friday evening in a parking lot in Texas City matching donated bicycles with children — an effort that drew such an overwhelming response that he had to change his original plans for distributing them....
Shops at La Marque breaks ground at former Gulf Greyhound Park
Officials gathered Monday to break ground on the Shops at La Marque, a major retail development planned along FM 1764 near Interstate 45 that is expected to bring some of the country's most recognizable retailers to a site once dominated…...
Texas Game Wardens cite 3 men, seize 140 fish, 700 feet of nets at the Texas City Dike
Two of the men didn’t have valid fishing licenses, according to the department. Wardens documented about 160 violations, issued multiple citations and warnings, and seized the nets and aquatic creatures....
Padres visit struggling Guardians in bid for seventh straight win
The San Diego Padres' offense struggled to rally after trailing in games earlier this season, but those days seem like a distant memory now.
Orioles' Gunnar Henderson shows Rays his value in lineup
Baltimore Orioles spark plug Gunnar Henderson demonstrated in the series opener against the Tampa Bay Rays that wherever he bats in the lineup, he is going to hit....
Disney D23 announcements: Every trailer and big project revealed at 2026 event
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event gave us so much stuff to chew on as the company revealed a ton of pop culture goodness that's coming down the road, from new trailers to cast announcements to...
Olivier Sarr to Spain
Real Madrid have officially announced the signing of Olivier Sarr, confirming that the French center has agreed to a two-year contract running through the end of the 2027-28 campaign....
San Jose in a tough spot with red-hot St. Louis City paying a visit
After a tough loss, the San Jose Earthquakes will have to be on top of their game Saturday night when visiting St. Louis City SC come to PayPal Park.
LAFC seek offensive spark as MLS play resumes against San Diego FC
With their hectic runs in Leagues Cup competition complete, Los Angeles FC will play host to San Diego FC as the clubs return to MLS action Saturday.
Caitlin Clark heats up in second half to pace Fever past Wings
Caitlin Clark scored 29 points as her second-half offense sparked the Indiana Fever to a 98-87 victory against the visiting Dallas Wings on Friday night in Indianapolis....
Hornets' Hannes Steinbach picks past jersey number to start NBA career
After wearing No. 6 last season at Washington, forward Hannes Steinbach will have a new look on the court for his upcoming rookie campaign with the Charlotte Hornets....
2 early standout transfers spark hope for UTEP football season
The UTEP football team returns about half its roster (50 of the 110 players on its roster) and coach Scotty Walden credits those players for accelerating the install of schemes with new coordinators,...
La Liga predictions: AI makes pick between Barcelona and Real Madrid
We asked Google Gemini to predict the results of the new La Liga season, with Spain's domestic soccer campaign kicking off on Saturday, Aug. 15.
Starbucks brings back iconic, sparkly drink, but only this weekend
Starbucks is bringing back an iconic beverage, but only for a weekend.
Soccer-Liverpool owners secure new investment from Bezos-backed consortium
By KaranPrashant Saxena Aug 14 (Reuters) - A consortium including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has reached a definitive agreement to buy a minority stake in Liverpool, the Premier League club's owners...
Liverpool selling stake in club to group including Jeff Bezos
Liverpool FC has new minority stakeholders including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin, majority owners Fenway Sports Group confirmed Friday, August 14....
Silver Dollar City unveiled 'the longest family coaster in the Midwest'
A new ride is coming to Silver Dollar City, leaning into Missouri's identity as the Cave State and the park's history.
“If you're trying to make sure that you're not …
Pablo Torre Finds Out: “If you're trying to make sure that you're not circumventing the cap, allegedly, you need to make sure there's a trail of Kawhi actually doing stuff." — @DavidPSamson and @...
Teddi Mellencamp reveals new boyfriend after teasing 'Valley Guy' romance
Teddi Mellencamp's mystery boyfriend, only known as "Valley Guy," isn't such a mystery anymore.
Seattle Mariners at Houston Astros odds, picks and predictions
The Seattle Mariners (57-65) and Houston Astros (62-60) open a 3-game series Friday in Houston, Texas. First pitch from Daikin Park is at 8:10 p.m. ET. Let's analyze MLB odds around the Mariners vs....
From snubs to future locks: Early Basketball Hall of Fame candidates for 2027
The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame is set to welcome its newest class of legends and change makers this weekend, headlined by Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Chamique Holdsclaw, Doc Rivers,...
What’s next? A Joint Authority will be established in …
What’s next? A Joint Authority will be established in the early fall to negotiate with the Trail Blazers.
Chicago White Sox at Detroit Tigers odds, picks and predictions
The Chicago White Sox (62-58) and Detroit Tigers (60-61) play the first game Friday of a 3-game AL Central series in Detroit, Michigan. First pitch from Comerica Park is at 6:40 p.m. ET....
Texans rookie TE Marlin Klein lives up to hype in debut vs. Chargers
Marlin Klein has been a fan favorite at practice for the Houston Texans during the early stages of training camp.
See how the Texas floods unfolded and why Camp Mystic was in a hazardous location
More than 120 people have died and at least 160 others are still missing after horrific floods struck central Texas over the July Fourth weekend.
Sabrina Ionescu rescues Liberty against Sparks
Sabrina Ionescu scored 12 of her 20 points in a chaotic fourth quarter as the host New York Liberty held on to defeat the Los Angeles Sparks, 85-81, on Thursday night....
Cade Cavalli throws 8 sparkling innings, Nationals cruise past Cubs
Cade Cavalli carried a no-hit bid into the seventh before settling for a one- hit gem after eight innings, fueling the host Washington Nationals to a 7-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Thursday....
Kagu bird puts on colorful dancing display
A majestic kagu bird, often called the “Ghost of the Forest,” put on a stunning display at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park in Escondido, California.
Cleveland Guardians at Detroit Tigers odds, picks and predictions
The Cleveland Guardians (59-62) and the Detroit Tigers (59-61) wrap up a 3-game AL Central series Thursday at Comerica Park in Detroit, Michigan. First pitch is scheduled for 1:10 p.m. ET....
Magic Johnson: 'If it's not for Jerry Buss, there's no Showtime, there's no Kobe and Shaq'
Magic Johnson: 'Somebody helped me to become an owner. I don't own the Dodgers by myself. I didn't own LAFC or the Sparks. Somebody helped me to become an owner. And Dr....
Beyoncé and the 'Parkwood Influence' on Chloe, Halle Bailey
Beyoncé Knowles-Carter has not only built a powerhouse brand for herself, but has also invested in the careers of a select few artists through her music label and company, Parkwood Entertainment....
Guardians' Parker Messick looks to continue stellar run at Tigers
American League Central rivals Cleveland and Detroit have traded 6-4 victories in the first two contests of their three-game series. They'll play the rubber match on Thursday afternoon in Detroit....
Inside the growing chemistry between Drake Maye and A.J. Brown
FOXBOROUGH, MA – During the 13th of 14th practice periods as an early-training camp practice approached its conclusion, New England Patriots wide receiver A.J....
Starbucks Korea swings to Q2 operating loss after marketing backlash
SEOUL, Aug 13 (Reuters) - The operator of Starbucks Korea posted an operating loss in the second quarter as sales fell after backlash over a marketing campaign that evoked a brutal 1980 military...
Shohei Ohtani's blast sparks Dodgers to sweep-sealing win over Royals
Shohei Ohtani hit a two-run homer, Eric Lauer pitched into the seventh inning and the Los Angeles Dodgers finished off a three-game sweep of the visiting Kansas City Royals with a 4-2 victory on...
Beyoncé company faces new copyright lawsuit over 'Alien Superstar'
Beyoncé’s Parkwood Entertainment is once again facing a new copyright infringement lawsuit over her 2022 song "Alien Superstar," more than a month after a previous lawsuit involving the Renaissance...
FAA hired 2,000 air traffic controllers through gamer campaign
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says the Federal Aviation Administration has hired more than 2,000 people as air traffic controllers after launching a recruitment campaign aimed in part at video...
Luis Castillo helps White Sox shut down Reds
Luis Castillo delivered seven shutout innings to spark a combined two-hitter and Drew Romo and Chase Meidroth homered as the host Chicago White Sox defeated the Cincinnati Reds 5-0 on Wednesday....
Texas A&M QB, transfer DE speak to media after sixth preseason practice
The Texas A&M Aggies wrapped up their sixth fall camp practice session on Wednesday, leaving many impressed with the body of work from quarterback Marcel Reed and solid performances from the defensive...
Could Chaz Coleman play again? Former Vols transfer sparks comeback speculation
Could Chaz Coleman be making a return to the football field after being medically disqualified following a transfer to Tennessee this past offseason?