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ReadyKids says need for youth mental health services outpaces capacity

ReadyKids says the need for youth mental health services in the Charlottesville area is greater than its current capacity.

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Sep 28 • 5:32 PM EDT • Health • 29news.com
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Sea level rise reshaping California beach town and threatening rail line

San Clemente's North Beach is now split and officials have used rocks to shore up a seaside rail line. But residents say the structure is making erosion worse and more sand is needed to nourish the beach.

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Sep 28 • 2:45 PM EDT • Science • pbs.org
Suspect wanted for burglary, NOPD says

NOPD look for man suspected of business burglary in 600 block of Loyola Avenue

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Sep 28 • 9:45 AM EDT • Business • fox8live.com
Winvia Entertainment Says Full Year Adj EBITDA Expected To Be Ahead Of Market View

Winvia Entertainment PLC LSE:WVIA:

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Sep 28 • 2:41 AM EDT • Entertainment • tradingview.com
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Business People: Evereve hires Target exec Alanna Baker to lead digital

RETAIL Evereve, an Edina-based national women’s fashion chain, announced the appointment of Alanna Baker as its first chief digital officer. Baker joins Evereve from Target Corp., where she most recently served as vice president of…

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Sep 27 • 1:01 PM EDT • Business • twincities.com
Why We Lost to Oklahoma State

A one dimensional offense, and a defense that couldn’t get stops gives WVU fans a reality check.

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Sep 27 • 10:19 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Review: 'Resident Evil' cuts decades of narrative into a lean, mean horror machine

Movie reviewer Joshua Hill says 'Resident Evil" director Zach Cregger doesn't just follow the game the film is based on, but he references it in noticeable ways and instead focuses on the main character's journey, which is full of mayhem and scares.

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Sep 27 • 7:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • wvgazettemail.com
Celebrities, politicians pack Neyland Stadium for Tennessee vs. Texas | Here’s who made an appearance.

President Donald Trump, various VFL's and actors packed Neyland Stadium on Saturday for the Texas vs. Tennessee face off. Their appearances sparked national attention.

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Sep 26 • 11:23 PM EDT • Politics • wvlt.tv
Boston 25 News

On a beautiful Friday afternoon in Stow, business is brisk at Shelburne Farm. There is a big storm coming, and people are getting their weekend apples now.

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Sep 26 • 7:45 PM EDT • Business • facebook.com
No, Xbox didn't pay $400 million for Hideo Kojima's 'PHYSINT'

A new rumor going around this weekend has put Xbox's investment in Kojima Productions way above the real figure. But it remains to be seen just how spendy the projects will end up being.

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Sep 26 • 3:11 PM EDT • Technology • windowscentral.com
Florida Politics Now

Florida Politics Now - Sept. 26, 2026

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Sep 26 • 1:39 PM EDT • Politics • fox8live.com
Family business blends Cajun, Caribbean flavors at Continental Kitchen

Family-run catering business -- Grub 2 Go -- is combining Cajun and Caribbean flavors while working out of a shared commercial kitchen during Hispanic Heritage.

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Sep 26 • 12:14 AM EDT • Business • fox8live.com
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Rural Health: Addressing nursing shortage is vital

Among the projects under West Virginia’s Rural Health Transformation Program is Mountain State Care Force, which is meant to address the shortage of healthcare workers in many of our communities. This week, the initiative awarded $201,403 to the WVU Medicine Center for Nursing Education, where it is expected to increase capacity for approximately 100 additional […]

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Sep 25 • 8:00 PM EDT • Health • newsandsentinel.com
Show-Me-State Politics: Missouri voters deciding new ballot issues; judge hears case over book bans in schools

KY3’s Tyler Wayne and KY3 Missouri Capitol Bureau Chief Hannah Falcon discuss this week in Show-Me-State Politics.

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Sep 25 • 12:04 PM EDT • Politics • ky3.com
Bella Vista Business Association votes to become Bella Vista Chamber of Commerce

BELLA VISTA -- The Bella Vista Business Association has been operating as a chamber of commerce for a while, so it only makes sense to officially name itself as such, according to Association President Jean Galloway.

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Sep 25 • 11:06 AM EDT • Business • bvwv.nwaonline.com
Nashville summit connects Israeli healthtech startups with U.S. healthcare leaders

Sixteen Israeli companies showcased technologies ranging from clinical AI to patient monitoring and healthcare automation.

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Sep 25 • 10:31 AM EDT • Health • calcalistech.com
Can the Left Make America Fun Again?

Hi friends, I’ve got a piece in The New York Times today about how collective joy — participatory, youthful, anti-corporate — can defeat Trumpism and transform our lives. The basic argument is that politics used to be embedded in communal life: dances, sports leagues, union halls. As that infrastructure disappeared — and more of everyday life was atomized and privatized — politics became something broadcast at people rather than something they did together. NYC-DSA and Zohran provide another model, where socials and face-to-face organizing are tied to a fight vs the corporations that fenced off so much of the good life. Rebuilding that kind of collective fun, I argue, could help bring young people back into politics and, by redistributing America’s wealth, make everyday life more joyful. I would super appreciate it if you’d read the piece, share it, or post comments on it. Thank you! p.s. FYI, Opinion writers don’t get any say over their headlines! More Take action to support the fight of licensed deck officers at Alaska Tanker Company and Overseas Shipholding Group to win a first union contract. This is one of the most important, and underreported, unionization campaigns in America: these workers have a huge amount of power over domestic energy distribution and maritime supply chains, and they’re still without a contract two years after having voted overwhelmingly to unionize. Please sign the public petition here, and if you’re an academic you can sign this support letter.

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Sep 25 • 7:31 AM EDT • Politics • laborpolitics.com
League of Women Voters is nonpartisan — and unapologetically political

Every election season, someone asks the same question, usually with a raised eyebrow: "If the League of Women Voters doesn't take sides, why does ...

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Sep 25 • 12:00 AM EDT • Politics • cascadiadaily.com
Lansing cremation business searched in South Chicago funeral home investigation

A cremation business in Lansing is now part of a broader investigation connected to the South Chicago funeral home where authorities discovered 56 bodies last month.

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Sep 24 • 10:09 PM EDT • Business • fox32chicago.com
Navigating digestive disorders: tips and resources for managing gut health

For tens of millions of Americans, digestive issues and unpredictable gut health are far more than an occasional inconvenience—they are daily disruptions.

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Sep 24 • 6:00 PM EDT • Health • wbbjtv.com
First in entrepreneurial excellence: FSU celebrates local businesses at inaugural Impact Awards Gala

The Entrepreneurial Impact Awards Gala provided a formal night out for Fayetteville’s business community. The event took place at the Rudolph Jones Student Center on Thursday, Sept. 10. Photo by GFBJ. Fayetteville State University (FSU) and the Fayetteville-Cumberland Regional Entrepreneur and Business HUB (FSU HUB) came together to celebrate Fayetteville’s business community. The two organizations rolled out the blue carpet at the Rudolph Jones Student Center for their inaugural Entrepreneurial Impact Awards Gala held on Thursday, Sept. 10.The gala honored outstanding entrepreneurs and business leaders who demonstrate excellence, foster growth and inspire the next generation of innovators within the FSU and broader business community.FSU HUB Director Dr. Tamara Colvin was able to highlight that this new milestone was a great way to show local success stories, not just tell.“That one-stop shop that’s across the street, we never promised that everyone would be successful, but what we did promise was access. Four years ago, we opened up an entire ecosystem: counseling, capital, contracts, connections, certifications,” shared Colvin. “I want to thank the judges who took up hard work for choosing tonight’s honorees. That’s never an easy task when the whole region is full of people worth recognizing at the HUB. We practice what we preach: Res Non Verba: Deeds, not words.” A few of the inaugural recipients of the awards shared their statements with the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal.STUDENT ENTREPRENEUR Boolean Wiring LLC, Esean Rose, owner “I am truly honored and grateful to receive the Student Entrepreneur of the Year Award. I want to thank Fayetteville State University, the judges and everyone who has supported me throughout this journey. This award represents more than recognition for where Boolean Wiring is today. To me, it represents the potential of where we are going. I am excited about growing the company, creating jobs, serving our community and building something that can have an impact far beyond Fayetteville.”VETERAN-OWNED BUSINESS SpeediPrint Inc., Dazrell Fleming, owner “I’m honored to accept the Veteran-Owned Business Award on behalf of the entire SpeediPrint team. A special thank you to Dr. Tamara Colvin for creating this opportunity through the Entrepreneurial Impact Awards, and to my mentor, Mr. Julius Cook, whose guidance during the Boots to Business program truly paid off. This recognition reflects the hard work of my staff and the trust our customers place in us every day — I’m grateful to serve this community and excited for what’s ahead.”MULTI-GENERATIONAL EXCELLENCE BJL Construction, Cleopatrice Robinson, president“This award is especially meaningful because we are more than a business — we are the continuation of a family legacy built through faith, hard work, craftsmanship, integrity and service. I gratefully acknowledge my grandfather, Deacon Benjamin “BJ” Lacy, Jr., whose example helped establish the foundation upon which our family’s entrepreneurial legacy was built. I also honor my father, the late Dr. Wilson Lacy, former president of BJL Construction. Working alongside him was both an opportunity and an education. He taught me that a business’s reputation had to be earned on every project through honesty, excellence, quality and service. As the current president, I recognize that I did not arrive at this moment alone. I stand on the shoulders of those who came before me, and I am sustained by those who continue to walk beside me.”MICRO BUSINESS Maybridge Development, LLC, Latisha Perkins, owner “I accept this award with so much pride and a whole lot of gratitude. First and foremost, I want to thank my higher power for continuing to guide me and give me the strength to keep going.When I first started this business and moved here to Fayetteville, I had no clue what I was getting myself into. This business has turned me every which way but loose, and I definitely had some moments where I was ready to just pack it up and head back to Georgia. I want to thank my Maybridge team, my village, The Hub, the FCEDC team and all the people and organizations here in Fayetteville who have believed in me and Maybridge and helped us get here.”COMMUNITY IMPACT Greater Life of Fayetteville, Georgeanna Pinckney, CEO & executive director “We are deeply honored to be recognized by FSU and the FSU HUB with the Community Impact Award presented to Greater Life of Fayetteville. I am especially grateful for this recognition because it tells us that you see what we do – and, more importantly, why we do what we do. Our commitment is to serve, empower and create meaningful opportunities for youth and families in our community. Most importantly, we give God first and foremost all the glory. We thank Him for giving us the wisdom, strength, vision and unity to continue doing this great work in our community.” SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR Crowder Trucking LLC, Carlos & Valerie Morrison Crowder, owners “I want to thank God for always keeping his hands on Crowder Trucking. I’m truly honored and grateful to receive the Small Business Award from the FSU HUB. Running a small business is not always easy. There are long days, difficult decisions, unexpected challenges and plenty of moments when you have to remind yourself why you started. But there are also incredible moments like this one that remind you that the hard work is worth it,” shared Valerie Morrison Crowder.OTHER WINNERS INCLUDE: Alumni Entrepreneur - The Two-Six Project, Grant Bennett, founder and president Fayetteville State University Faculty Award - Dr. Christy Swinson Emerging Business Award - Genuine Luxury Beauty Salon Legacy Award - Gillis Farms Inc. Industry Titan of the Year - Eaton Corporation Entrepreneur of the Year- Let Me Cater to You, Chef Judith Cage, owner

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Sep 24 • 3:47 PM EDT • Business • bizfayetteville.com
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‘I didn’t notice any tangible benefits from the union’

Opinion, comment and editorials of the day

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Sep 24 • 2:56 PM EDT • Politics • theweek.com
Detroit’s entertainment economy needs more than star power to grow, Big Sean and others say

Entertainment should be a bigger part of Detroit's economic pie, said panelists during a Detroit Homecoming discussion with Grant Gilbert, Sean “Big Sean” Anderson and Shawn Wilson.

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Sep 24 • 12:05 PM EDT • Entertainment • crainsdetroit.com
Glenville State establishes College of Business as programs expand beyond campus

Glenville State University has established a College of Business as the rural West Virginia university expands online and graduate business programs.

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Sep 24 • 11:13 AM EDT • Business • wvexplorer.com
East Tennessee sports announcer dies in head-on crash

Longtime East Tennessee sports broadcaster and youth coach Aaron Harvey has died following a two-vehicle head-on crash on Ruritan Road in Roane County.

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Sep 24 • 7:53 AM EDT • Sports • wvlt.tv
In the Know: Save a Life Day provides overdose harm reduction resources nationwide

Sept. 24, 2026, is Save a Life Day, a nationwide day of action to help people struggling with drug addiction and raise overdose awareness. Volunteers nationwide host events to give out free naloxone. 'In the know' features one or two local news topics to keep you informed as you start your day.

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Sep 24 • 5:00 AM EDT • Health • wvgazettemail.com
These Phoenix-area restaurants miss the mark on health scores this week

A Little Caesars in Mesa and SoCal Fish Taco Company in Gilbert are among Valley restaurants on this week's Dirty Dining. Jason Barry reports.

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Sep 24 • 1:43 AM EDT • Health • fox8live.com
Jason Landers: Facing WV's rural healthcare crisis (Opinion)

West Virginians are facing a challenge that we cannot overcome through our unwavering grit alone. There is a growing rural health crisis.

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Sep 24 • 12:00 AM EDT • Health • wvgazettemail.com
Bipartisan bill would expand federal maternal health programs, research and rural care

The Mothers and Newborns Success Act would put more federal money into maternal care.

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Sep 23 • 5:51 PM EDT • Health • 29news.com
UVA Health study examines incision-less liver tumor treatment

UVA Health researchers reviewed outcomes from nearly 1,000 patients treated with a procedure called histotripsy.

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Sep 23 • 5:47 PM EDT • Health • 29news.com
Baptist Health, Cigna reach agreement restoring in-network access for patients

Baptist Health has announced a multi-year agreement restoring in-network access for Cigna members to Baptist Health and Wolfson Children’s Hospital services. The change is effective immediately.

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Sep 23 • 5:00 PM EDT • Health • news4jax.com
Hispanic leaders gather in New Orleans for 14th global business conference
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Sep 23 • 4:51 PM EDT • Business • yahoo.com
'Toy Story 5' comes to Disney+

"Toy Story 5," the final season of "Outlander," and crime-comedy "I Love Boosters” head to streaming. (Source: WALT DISNEY STUDIOS HOME ENTERTAINMENT, NEON, SONY PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT, CNN via CNN Newsource)

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Sep 23 • 2:44 PM EDT • Entertainment • wvlt.tv
'Toy Story 5' comes to Disney+

"Toy Story 5," the final season of "Outlander," and crime-comedy "I Love Boosters” head to streaming. (Source: WALT DISNEY STUDIOS HOME ENTERTAINMENT, NEON, SONY PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT, CNN via CNN Newsource)

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Sep 23 • 2:44 PM EDT • Entertainment • 29news.com
Drugmaker Astellas looks to sell U.S. headquarters in Northbrook

The 431,792-square-foot property will provide a rare data point on whether buyers will still pay up for well-located, high-quality suburban office buildings.

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Sep 23 • 2:04 PM EDT • Business • chicagobusiness.com
Georgia named No. 1 state for business for 13th straight year

Georgia has once again been named the nation’s top state for business by the magazine Area Development.

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Sep 23 • 9:16 AM EDT • Business • wrdw.com
Bethesda President Says Obsidian Will Retain ‘Creative Identity’ Despite Becoming Part Of Bethesda

"The Obsidian leadership team will continue to lead Obsidian"

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Sep 23 • 9:00 AM EDT • Technology • aftermath.site
Iowa agriculture officials urge rural residents to prioritize safety, mental health this Harvest Season

Iowa agricultural officials are reminding drivers to expect slow-moving combines and grain carts on two-lane country roads over the coming weeks during Harvest Season.

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Sep 23 • 7:25 AM EDT • Health • kttc.com
Why universities, law firms, tech, and media didn't fight Trump

Profiles in cowardice were everywhere amid the administration’s threats. Even when capitulation made no sense.

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Sep 23 • 5:30 AM EDT • Business • bostonglobe.com
Euro zone business activity posts surprise upturn in September, PMI shows

Business activity across the euro zone accelerated this month at its fastest rate in over three years, confounding expectations for a slowdown, but firms faced ​a steeper rise in operating costs, a survey showed.

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Sep 23 • 4:05 AM EDT • Business • reuters.com
France private sector returns to growth at fastest rate in 25 months, PMI shows

France's private sector grew in September at its fastest pace in just over two years, driven by ​a rebound in services demand, a business survey showed ‌on Wednesday.

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Sep 23 • 3:19 AM EDT • Business • reuters.com
Package stolen by political canvasser

Caught on camera: A Maine woman says a political canvasser stole an Amazon package from her porch.

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Sep 22 • 10:42 PM EDT • Politics • fox8live.com
Package stolen by political canvasser

Caught on camera: A Maine woman says a political canvasser stole an Amazon package from her porch.

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Sep 22 • 10:42 PM EDT • Politics • wvlt.tv
Money in San Francisco Politics: Who’s Spending Big on the Election? (Live Event Oct. 8)

Wealthy special interests are ascendant in San Francisco’s political debates, and critics say they are trying to grab more power over elections. How the money-in-politics landscape looks going forward is up to voters. Join the San Francisco Public Press and the League of Women Voters San Francisco for a panel discussion.

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Sep 22 • 6:41 PM EDT • Politics • sfpublicpress.org
Community Mental Health and Wellness Coalition to host recovery fair at IX Park

The Community Mental Health and Wellness Coalition is hosting its recovery fair Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

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Sep 22 • 5:53 PM EDT • Health • 29news.com
Perriello joined by clinicians to discuss healthcare after 200+ endorse him in open letter

An open letter endorsing Tom Perriello, signed by more than 200 medical professionals, is putting health care front and center in Virginia’s 5th District.

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Sep 22 • 5:41 PM EDT • Health • 29news.com
Local scientists hope incoming nor'easter flushes harmful algae from Chesapeake Bay
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Sep 22 • 4:50 PM EDT • Science • 13newsnow.com
Grieving parents sue hospital saying staff handed them prescription slip to drive dead baby home in back seat

A Washington couple has filed a $10M lawsuit against Salem Health, claiming staff forced them to drive their deceased infant home across state lines in their backseat.

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Sep 22 • 1:11 PM EDT • Health • ktiv.com
Grieving parents sue hospital saying staff handed them prescription slip to drive dead baby home in back seat

A Washington couple has filed a $10M lawsuit against Salem Health, claiming staff forced them to drive their deceased infant home across state lines in their backseat.

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Sep 22 • 1:11 PM EDT • Health • wafb.com
Grieving parents sue hospital saying staff handed them prescription slip to drive dead baby home in back seat

A Washington couple has filed a $10M lawsuit against Salem Health, claiming staff forced them to drive their deceased infant home across state lines in their backseat.

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Sep 22 • 1:11 PM EDT • Health • wlfi.com
Virtual SUD support platform Nosis launches to address lifestyle, diet needs

Nosis, a platform supporting substance use disorder (SUD) recovery, is launching from stealth in all 50 states. | The virtual startup leverages labs with health coaches and dietitians to address the biological and metabolic health needs of individuals in recovery.

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Sep 22 • 11:00 AM EDT • Health • fiercehealthcare.com
Outwit, Outplay, Outlast: First WV competitor debuts in 51st season of 'Survivor'

The reality competition show "Survivor" premieres on Sept. 23, 2026, with its 51st season. This season will feature competitor Maggie Nestor, of Middleway, Jefferson County, West Virginia, the first person from West Virginia selected for the show.

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Sep 22 • 10:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • wvgazettemail.com
University of Tennessee breaks ground on 865 Neyland entertainment district

A new era for the University of Tennessee campus and Big Orange athletics is officially underway.

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Sep 22 • 8:57 AM EDT • Entertainment • wvlt.tv
HOMETOWN HEALTH: “Women have carried this alone for generations” Senate holds first-ever hearing on menopause care gap

More than 1 million U.S. women go through menopause every year, according to the hearing.

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Sep 22 • 8:12 AM EDT • Health • wdbj7.com
Wave Life Sciences Appoints Monika Vnuk as Chief Business Officer

Wave Life Sciences appoints Monika Vnuk, MD, as Chief Business Officer to lead business and corporate development efforts.Quiver AI SummaryWave Life Sciences Ltd. announced the appointment of Dr. Monika Vnuk as Chief Business Officer, bringing extensive experience from her previous roles at Sanofi, Blackstone, and Pfizer. In her new role, Dr. Vnuk will oversee business and corporate development, as well as alliance management, aimed at advancing

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Sep 22 • 7:41 AM EDT • Business • quiverquant.com
Kenner business owner accused of secretly recording employees in bathroom, police say

Henry Rios, 57, arrested on three counts of video voyeurism

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Sep 22 • 7:16 AM EDT • Business • fox8live.com
🔴LIVE WNEM Morning Extra: Crews to break ground on MyMichigan Health-CMU medical building

Here are the latest stories from the TV5 newsroom!

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Sep 22 • 6:59 AM EDT • Health • wnem.com
Health experts warn of seasonal illness increase as fall begins

Local health experts are warning residents to prepare for an increase in seasonal illnesses as the first day of fall brings a drastic shift from humid heat to cool, wet conditions.

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Sep 22 • 6:04 AM EDT • Health • fox8live.com
‘Pheromonemaxxing’: Gen Z men thumb their noses at showers and deodorant

They want to enhance their natural scent to attract a partner

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Sep 22 • 2:00 AM EDT • Science • theweek.com
Bats test positive for rabies in North Platte, health officials urge caution

A bat collected in North Platte has tested positive for rabies, local public health officials announced.

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Sep 21 • 6:20 PM EDT • Health • knopnews2.com
WV to allocate nearly $300,000 in Rural Health Transformation funds to expand nursing workforce

The state will contribute $291,403 of its federal Rural Health Transformation funds to the WVU Medicine Center for Nursing Education.

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Sep 21 • 1:49 PM EDT • Health • westvirginiawatch.com
‘So much family history tied to it’: Evansville business owner repairs broken flagpoles

Broken equipment, not lack of pride, often keeps flags grounded

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Sep 21 • 1:26 PM EDT • Business • 14news.com
University of Tennessee breaks ground on 865 Neyland entertainment district

The University of Tennessee has officially broken ground on 865 Neyland, a massive mixed-use entertainment district that will transform the riverfront footprint between Neyland Stadium and Food City Center into a year-round hub for fans and visitors.

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Sep 21 • 1:14 PM EDT • Entertainment • wvlt.tv
Marysville police shut down 21 illicit massage businesses in Snohomish County investigation

Marysville police identified 23 suspected businesses and shut down 21.

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Sep 21 • 10:21 AM EDT • Business • kiro7.com
Whether you like it or not, celebrities have an impact on politics

The global groundswell of support for Macklemore’s pro-Palestinian advocacy serves to remind us that maybe celebrity activism really is that deep after all, writes Cheek’s Varsha Yajman. Subscribe In the last week, publications, podcasts, and influencers that have either rarely or never spoken about Israel’s genocide in Palestine have flooded my social feed. And it was all because singer Ed Sheeran and his team dropped Macklemore as his opener for saying “Free Palestine” on stage. Millions raised, millions speaking up in support of Palestine - all of this confirming my view that, whether I like it or not, celebrities do have an impact on political outcomes. And this is interesting when much of the time celebrity activism can induce an eye roll - I love to see Charli XCX pointing out a Palestinian flag in the crowd, but it’s hardly the bold symbol of allyship that some fans would make it out to be. But there’s a line between healthy scepticism and outright dismissal - and I’d argue that the latter lets the rich and powerful off far too easily. For instance, actress Jennifer Lawrence, once outspoken about her political views, last year told The Times she no longer believes celebrities have a role to play: “Celebrities do not make a difference whatsoever on who people vote for. So then what am I doing? I’m just sharing my opinion on something that’s going to add fuel to a fire that’s ripping the country apart.” While it’s a narrative she might find comfort in, it simply is not true. Grassroots movements often garner worldwide attention when celebrities and other high-profile spokespeople bring a mainstream platform to their causes. And this frustrates me. We have had three years of a live-streamed genocide. Macklemore himself has been calling for a Free Palestine long before he booked the Sheeran concert. Yet it’s the high-profile fallout of the last week that finally seems to have made saying “Free Palestine” socially acceptable in the mainstream. It feels like the collective mood has shifted, where calling out censorship is now the obvious response - not just the business of ‘radical’ activists. To recap, Sheeran’s decision followed an ultimatum from billionaire Robert Kraft, owner of Gillette Stadium, one of the venues Sheeran was scheduled to perform at: either drop Macklemore as your opener after only two of the eight scheduled shows, or you do not play at any stadiums. Sheeran’s disappointing decision to stand on the side of billionaire-led censorship has ultimately seen a surge in support for Free Palestine. It began when all his openers and his backing band pulled out of Sheeran’s tour, in solidarity with Macklemore and with the Palestinian cause. It was met with an uproar of support from those who had never or barely touched politics before: influencers lip-syncing to Macklemore’s music, singers like Jack Antonoff singing “Free Palestine,” and publications and podcasts standing with Macklemore. And finally, we saw material support: Macklemore donated $1 million in profits from his two nights opening for Sheeran’s tour to several Palestinian aid groups and called for Sheeran and Kraft to match it, which they have since promised to do. We’ve also seen children’s entertainer Ms Rachel follow suit with a $1 million donation to Palestinian aid, and publication PopBase has donated $10,000. Anera, a humanitarian aid group working in Palestine, Lebanon, and Jordan, said donations since Macklemore’s announcement were more than triple this month’s daily average. The group’s Instagram page has also gained 8,000 followers. Macklemore far from the first celebrity to speak and participate in politics in the Western World. In 1924, singer Al Jolson supported Republican candidate Warren G. Harding for president, and decades later, celebrities such as Harry Belafonte, Lena Horne, and Aretha Franklin voiced their public support for the Civil Rights movement. More recently, in the lead-up to the 2024 US election, ‘The Daily Show with Trevor Noah partnered with the organisation Power the Polls to recruit poll workers to address shortages- a problem disproportionately affecting voters of colour. The campaign saw 170,000 new sign-ups - 35,000 of which came directly through the TV show’s link - resulting in the recruitment of 713,000 total poll workers that year, an almost three-fold increase on the organisation’s goal. Alongside recruiting workers, celebrities in the US (where voting in elections is not compulsory) have made a huge difference by calling for people to register to vote. Taylor Swift’s endorsement of Kamala Harris in 2024 saw over 400,000 visitors on the voter registration site within 24 hours of her Instagram post. In 2023, Swift had urged her fans to register, resulting in 35,000 new voter registrations. Similarly, Ariana Grande promoted voter registration in 2019 by setting up booths at concerts on the American leg of her tour, resulting in over 33,000 voters registering. And the same thing is happening closer to home. This year, musician Jack River successfully called for government action to ensure creatives in Australia do not have their work scraped by generative AI companies. Celebrity as the mediator between the punter and the politician Celebrity activism isn’t just a feel-good news story - research tells us it actually makes a difference. By directing attention to issues affecting the average person, like voting inaccessibility or a lack of action on a genocide, researchers Alfred Archer and Amanda Cawston state that “celebrities can play a useful bridging role between political elites and the people they represent”. Alternatively, in a world where talking about politics is “not cool,” or where people lack exposure or knowledge to engage with politics, celebrities can act as an educational resource or an entry point into the political world - when they speak up about an issue, their audience gets exposed to it. Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Fields festival is a perfect example. Rodrigo partnered with twelve organisations focused on women’s issues, such as reproductive rights. These organisations had stalls at the festival for people to meet them and were also featured heavily on social media, giving their issues global attention and raising $20 million for the organisations. We have also seen celebrities at award shows such as the Emmys wearing F*CK ICE pins, referring to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s treatment and detainment of people - generally people of colour. When celebrities speak up about political issues in public forums, they put the issue at the forefront of mainstream media, rally their supporters, and make it clear that, however much they disagree, the government cannot simply ignore it. Our over-reliance on celebrities versus our politicians As much as I love seeing my favourite celebrity use their platform for a good cause, there is an important question to ask: not whether celebrity activism is good or bad, but whether we should have to rely on celebrities. And the answer would, in an ideal world, be no. In an ideal world, or merely a just world, action on Palestine would’ve happened decades ago, climate change would be taken seriously, and most importantly, people would understand their democratic rights. However, that is not our reality. Only around 28 per cent of Australian Year 10 students reach proficiency in civics and citizenship. In the US, almost two-thirds of people under 30 say high school civics education didn’t prepare them to understand voting deadlines, how to research candidates, or how to vote by mail. When civics education is weak, our trust in these institutions and our understanding of change-making processes also decline. ​This is where celebrity steps in and becomes our main source of reliance. As Mary R. Connelly notes in _The Tartan, “_Celebrities will always be involved in campaigns in one form or another, but their presence is not what causes people to vote blindly. The lack of political engagement and literacy is what allows celebrities to wield their influence on the political sphere so impactfully.” About the author ​Varsha Yajman is the Digital Content Producer at Cheek Media. She is a youth advocate and lawyer with a background in climate litigation and is passionate about looking at the intersection between race, climate justice, and mental health. Thanks for reading Cheek Media Co. ! This post is public so feel free to share it. Share

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