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MNPD: Mental health team not on scene before North Nashville officer-involved shooting
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Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Will Smith News Before Cardinals Game
After winning their series against the Detroit Tigers this past weekend, the Los Angeles Dodgers are returning home to face the St. Louis Cardinals. With the calendar turning to September, that means MLB rosters have officially expanded. And the Dodgers are returning a key piece to their offense in the form of Will Smith, who […] The post Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Will Smith News Before Cardinals Game appeared first on HEAVY.
Holly & Smith Architects opens a Baton Rouge office
Holly & Smith Architects has opened a Baton Rouge office, the firm announced Tuesday. The move gives the Hammond-based architecture firm a physical presence in a market where it has worked for yea… Already an INSIDER? Sign in. Already an INSIDER? Sign in
Dozens of Nashville businesses appeal property value as state leaders prioritize tax cap
Fox 17 provides local news, weather, sports, traffic and entertainment for Nashville and nearby towns and communities in Middle Tennessee, including Forest Hills, Brentwood, Franklin, Fairview, Dickson, Clarksville, White House, Greenbrier, Springfield, Gallatin, Hartsville, Lebanon, Mt Juliet, Smyrna, College Grove, Thompson’s Station, Centerville, Murfreesboro, Columbia, Lewisburg, Shelbyville, Manchester, McMinnville, Smithville, Sparta, Cookeville, Hohenwald, Waverly, Camden, Paris, Lafayette, Portland, and in Kentucky, Russelville, Bowling Green, Franklin, Alvaton, Scottsville, Hopkinsville, Glasgow.
Zach Ertz Reunion Rumors Addressed By Eagles GM
The Philadelphia Eagles were recently linked to their former star tight end Zach Ertz. Late last week, it was reported that Ertz would “love to” come back and play for the team he started his career with. On Monday, August 31, another report surfaced from the team’s perspective. According to PHLY’s EJ Smith, an Ertz […] The post Zach Ertz Reunion Rumors Addressed By Eagles GM appeared first on HEAVY.
Business owner loses millions worth in equipment due to Ross Fire
Co-owner of Blacksmith Ventures said that one day the Ross Fire was headed completely away from his shop and his millions of dollars' worth of equipment, then the next day the fire shifted and was hea...
Boosting youth literacy one goal of RoarCorps program
Editor’s note: This is the second story in a five-part series about the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith’s RoarCorps program. Link here for the first story. To help address...
Would You Eat a Cookie Made From Upcycled Plastic? Scientists Propose a New Way to Deal With Waste and Provide Food in Extreme Environments
A team of researchers programmed yeast to turn broken-down plastic and agricultural waste into sweet treats called µBites. They might come in handy during deep-space missions or in disaster zones, although some critics say the food is impractical
Steelers players recall hilarious impostor fan at practice
Pittsburgh Steelers edge rushers T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith recalled a hilarious incident where a fan in a fake jersey snuck into practice.
Former Red Wings Executive Rips Detroit’s Current Direction
Former Red Wings executive Neil Smith says Detroit remains in “chaos” with its GM search and Dylan Larkin trade request unresolved.
Faith leaders: In Cook County, politics are being pursued, not justice
There is an old saying, and the Nakia Smith case again proves it true: You are better off being guilty and rich than poor and innocent.
It's Your Business | National spotlight shining on longtime Danville pizza joint
America's Best Restaurants will be filming episodes about Jocko's and Smith Burger Co. on Sept. 2.
Green Bay Packers Cut Former Saints DB Before Roster Deadline
The Green Bay Packers made one of their initial roster moves after finishing the preseason, and it ended one of the shortest stays on their summer roster.The Packers announced Saturday that they had signed veteran tight end Jonnu Smith and released safety Tra Fluellen. KPRC 2 NFL insider Aaron Wilson also noted the corresponding moves […] The post Green Bay Packers Cut Former Saints DB Before Roster Deadline appeared first on HEAVY.
Jets news: New York releases ex-Patriots, Browns quarterback
The New York Jets released quarterback Bailey Zappe on Saturday, per Rich Cimini of ESPN. Zappe was hoping to earn a backup QB role , but now he will need to look for a new opportunity. With Geno Smith leading the way and Cade Klubnik also on the roster, the Jets will move forward without Zappe. Zappe, 27, made his NFL debut during the 2022 season […] The post Jets news: New York releases ex-Patriots, Browns quarterback appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Jets’ Geno Smith Plans Leak Ahead of Giants Preseason Finale
The New York Jets’ plans for the preseason finale against the New York Giants have leaked out on social media.Brian Costello of the New York Post revealed on X, “Jets QB Geno Smith will not play tomorrow night against the Giants, per source. Most of the Jets starters who have played this preseason are expected […] The post Jets’ Geno Smith Plans Leak Ahead of Giants Preseason Finale appeared first on HEAVY.
The Literacy Crisis Reaches Dog-Bear Science
“New analysis of more than 300 bear encounters suggests our canine companions often increase odds of conflict and rarely serve as early warning systems many recreationists assume,” reads a subhead in Mountain Journal. The thing is, that study reaches no such conclusion. But you have to read beyond the abstract to understand that. Mountain Journal is not alone. Let’s look at a brief list of takeaways published elsewhere just to establish that none of them seem to know how to read science. Wes Siler’s Newsletter is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe Here’s CBC: “A new peer-reviewed study, The Canine Conundrum: Is a Dog a Help or Hindrance in Bear Country?, dug into conflicts similar to what the video depicts, by analyzing 326 reported human-bear conflicts from 1901 to 2023 involving dogs.” “The study found 54 per cent of conflicts were started by dogs. In the encounters researchers included in the study, five people and 56 dogs were killed, and 170 people were injured.” “Lana Ciarniello, an independent researcher who co-authored the study, said researchers found when a person goes hiking with at least one other person, the odds of a negative bear encounter decrease by 50 per cent.” “However, when a dog is involved, the chances of a negative bear encounter increase because ‘a dog really adds a chaotic factor into the mix of recreation,’ said Ciarniello.” Again, the study finds no data supporting that conclusion. “Hiking with your pet dog may make you feel safer in bear country—but a hiker’s recent encounter and a new study prove that the numbers don’t add up,” writes Backpacker, which is now part of Outside. The numbers don’t add up to support this take. There’s plenty more examples, but all are equally dumb, so I’ll stop there. How did so many people get this so wrong? Three reasons: 1) the study is published behind a paywall, with only the abstract freely available. 2) the methodology sets out to create work relevant to a hyper-specific audience, not the public. And 3) the dataset studied is almost absurdly limited and doesn’t bear (get it?!) comparison to wider information. Let’s work through all three. The Problem is Money I understand the irony, since I’m writing about this on a subscription-model newsletter, but information wants to be free. The study is published by The Wildlife Society and costs $16 to access. Reprinting it is specifically prohibited by the terms of use, so I can only share snippets and my conclusions with you here. Having worked as a journalist for 24 years, I can report with some authority that journalists are both lazy and cheap. I don’t think it’s a stretch to say that much of the material you’re seeing written about this study is drawn from the freely-available abstract (above) only, and not a deep dive into its methodology or data. And that’s a problem, because abstracts are where researchers are able to break from their numbers and editorialize their opinions about conclusions. So what’s getting reported isn’t based on numbers, it’s based on an opinion designed for a specific audience, not the general public. Hell yeah ladies, kick that bear’s ass. The Methodology is Designed to Support a Predetermined Conclusion One of the biggest issues with the science that everyone likes to cite about bear spray’s efficacy is that no one understands that study was designed for a specific audience, looking for a specific answer. And since that audience is not the public, and our safety was not the question being asked, its conclusion is rendered irrelevant to our needs. Yes, I’m talking about Efficacy of Bear Deterrent Spray in Alaska, which was created by Tom Smith and Stephen Herrero, two of the same scientists who put together this dog-bear conflict analysis. In the spray study, the purpose was to present relevant agencies with the information they needed to issue their field workers with bear spray. As such, incidents where people were unable to access the spray or similarly failed to get it deployed in time were excluded from the results, and only incidents they deemed successful were included. Could a ranger roll down their vehicle’s window and scare a bear away from a dumpster by spraying it? Turns out the answer was yes, and that was good enough for the purposes of that study. The sample size of actual bear attacks—the thing you and I would want bear spray to provide a solution to, was too small to draw conclusions from, and didn’t indicate success in that role. Is a Dog a Help or Hindrance in Bear Country? has similar limitations. “Insights provided here are intended to help wildlife managers create effective guidelines regarding the presence of domestic dogs in bear habitat,” is explained clearly by the study’s text. To conduct the study, Smith and Herrero went looking for publicly available reports of dog-bear conflicts: “All incidents included in our analysis involved at least one bear, one dog, and one person who was at immediate risk of injury (e.g., not in a protective structure such as a cabin or vehicle), injured, or killed,” explains the report’s methodology. Why is that a problem? “We recognize that data used in this study are biased in that people generally only report adverse interactions with bears, not benign ones. Consequently, we assume that for the most part, people and their dogs pass through bear country without incident.” As was the problem with the bear spray study, people are drawing conclusions here from a study that was never intended to be relevant to the general public. The Smith-Herrero database famously excludes Alaska’s Defense of Life and Property records, which are elsewhere considered the largest and most authoritative source on human-bear conflict. The Dataset is Absurdly Limited A 2009 study conducted by the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife estimates that each year there are at least 43,000 documented complaints of human-bear conflict across North America. Is a Dog a Help or Hindrance in Bear Country? Examined those reports for years ranging from 1901 to 2023, and only managed to find 326 such incidents that met the criteria explained above. Let’s do some quick math, poorly. 43,000 incidents x 122 years = 5,246,000 total incidents of documented human-bear conflict. Smith and Herrero were only able to find 326 incidents that met their criteria for dog+human+bear+risk or occurrence of injury. That means there’s a 0.006 percent chance that the study’s conclusion—that dogs make bear encounters more dangerous—even gets a chance of occurring. And remember, that’s only in documented conflicts. There’s no way to know how many people across North America run into a bear in any given year without any conflict, but it’s probably safe to assume that the total number is well in excess of 43,000. And, dig deeper into the study and you can find further restrictions that skew its conclusions even more. “While the people involved in these incidents did not report the level of training their dogs had received, it is our assumption that most were untrained companion dogs as opposed to well-trained bear dogs, such as Karelians and livestock guardian breeds that have proven to be significant aids in bear country,” the study’s methodology explains. And that’s a problem, because an ongoing study here in Montana is finding that the simple presence of a Kangal like our youngest dog Teddy can reduce visits to private property from grizzly bears by 87.8 percent. In addition to being a badass, Teddy is also a companion animal. And in my admittedly limited sample size of the three dogs currently present in our living room, she’s no more effective than her mutt brothers. Plenty of people own a dog capable of deterring bears, even if they didn’t set out to own a bear dog. The real purpose of this study appears to be a recommendation that leashes are mandated and recreationists pursue training in their deterrent of choice. But that doesn’t make for sensational headlines. Are There Any Real Takeaways Here? Let’s throw some numbers around, just to try and get our hands around what the larger picture might look like for bears and dogs here. The American Veterinary Medical Association estimates that 42.6 percent of American households own a dog. The Canadian Animal Health Institute says roughly 35 percent of households in Canuckistan own a dog. In an attempt to create the worst possible result for dogs, let’s run with that 35 percent number. And given that outdoorsy and rural people are more likely to both own a dog, and have bear encounters, let’s just make a giant assumption and apply that number to those 43,000 conflicts documented annually. If 35 percent of 43,000 human-bear encounters involve a dog, then we can assume that at least 15,050 dog-bear conflicts are occurring annually in North America. 15,050 x 122 = 1,836,100. Smith and Herrero were only able to find 326 incidents that met their human, dog, chance or occurrence of injury criteria across 122 years. And only 170 documented human injuries. So, with all the obvious caveats about these numbers in no way describing reality beyond narrow study parameters, what they actually found is that your risk of injury if your dog tangles with a bear is only 0.009 percent. I’ll take those odds next time I’m hiking my dogs in bear country. Top photo: “Superintendent Horace Albright, eating pancakes with bears, at Lake Lodge, Yellowstone National Park.” NPS. A journalist with more than two decades of experience working around the world, Wes Siler is here to cut through the outrage and disinformation to bring you the factual, insightful, actionable reporting you need to understand what’s going on. Upgrading to a paid subscription supports this reporting, and buys personal access to Wes, who will help you save money on gear, plan outdoor adventures, and prepare for real life, and who promises he’s less salty in real life than he sometimes comes across as on the Internet. Wes Siler’s Newsletter is a reader-supported publication. 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Packers add depth at tight end by signing veteran Jonnu Smith to 1-year deal
The Green Bay Packers have addressed their depth issues at tight end by signing veteran Jonnu Smith to a one-year contract. Rosenhaus Sports, which represents Smith, announced the signing in a social media post on Thursday. Smith, 31, caught 38 passes for 222 yards and two touchdowns last season in 17 games with the Pittsburgh Steelers, who released him in March.
Health may finally allow Nolan Smith to answer lingering questions
After three seasons of flashes, injuries and unanswered questions, Nolan Smith enters a pivotal contract year hoping to prove he's a cornerstone.
Spanberger AG draws fire over two-front fight against Trump enforcement agenda
Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones faces fire over a civil rights probe into Greene County Sheriff Steve Smith's ICE-involved traffic stop operations.
Falcons' Za'Darius Smith retired last year due to mother's health
Falcons defensive end Za'Darius Smith opened up Wednesday for the first time about why he suddenly retired during last season with the Eagles.
Fort Smith Board recess rule not followed, ‘concerning’ discussions held
The Fort Smith Board of Directors during an Aug. 18 regular meeting did not follow its rules of order when breaking for a recess with a pending motion on the...
Jordan Smith is the "alpha" on Arkansas basketball roster
Jordan Smith isn't just a great athlete; he's a winner.
Wilmington Business Journal Power Breakfast Puts Election Issues in Focus
The decisions made in this year’s election will help shape the future of New Hanover County and North Carolina. On Thursday, September 3, business and community
Moment of Science: No, baby rattlesnakes are not more dangerous than adults
"Snake, rattle, and roll!" Dan Smith is clearing up the myth that baby rattlesnakes are more dangerous than adults. 🐍
Nebraska State Fair brings in entertainment for all tastes and budgets
GRAND ISLAND, NE – The 2026 Nebraska State Fair begins this Friday, August 28th and runs through Labor Day, September 7th in Grand Island. The 2026 Nebraska Lottery Concert Series features a great…
Former Northside coach reaches $525,000 settlement with school district
It cost the Fort Smith Public School District $525,000 – not including legal fees – and the resignation of a school board member to fire Northside High School head football...
Jets' 53-man roster prediction for 2026 NFL season
The New York Jets actually look like they have some genuine momentum. After dropping their preseason opener to Tampa Bay, Aaron Glenn’s team responded with a statement performance in Pittsburgh. Suddenly, the competition for roster spots feels considerably more consequential. Geno Smith has already demonstrated that the offense can operate […] The post Jets' 53-man roster prediction for 2026 NFL season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Steelers news: Ramsey gets 'intense' endorsement from $68 million defender
Jalen Ramsey has been out of practice for the Pittsburgh Steelers so far in training camp. Recently, Ramsey was back at practice, coming off the PUP list on Monday . Ramsey’s return to practice brought plenty of high praise , including some from Alex Highsmith, per Blitzburgh. “The way he plays the game. He is someone who plays with such intensity, […] The post Steelers news: Ramsey gets 'intense' endorsement from $68 million defender appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Once the Solar System's Ninth Planet, Pluto Was Reclassified 20 Years Ago. Here's Why Planetary Scientists and the Public Alike Love the Small Icy Body
Pluto is now the most well known of the outer worlds beyond Neptune—and the darling of the solar system
Vikings land Harrison Smith replacement in 2027 NFL Mock Draft
The Vikings will need to find a replacement for Harrison Smith soon and the 2027 NFL Draft may be when they do that.
Seahawks Fans: Enter To Win Jaxon Smith-Njigba Authentic Jersey!
Score official team gear while Brian Fleury’s offense evolves at training camp. Join our community today for a chance to represent Seattle’s star playmaker in an authentic jersey.
Executive Summary: Russell prefers a collaborative, progressive approach
Editor’s note: The Fort Smith Metro Daily News Executive Summary series is focused on looking under the title, so to speak, of a business, government, and non-profit executive in the...
Executive Summary: Russell prefers a collaborative, progressive approach
Editor’s note: The Fort Smith Metro Daily News Executive Summary series is focused on looking under the title, so to speak, of a business, government, and non-profit executive in the...
LB Ty’Anthony Smith no longer with Texas program
The Horns may be without a key contributor this season.
2026-27 Premier League Bold Predictions
The BOLD PREDICTIONS post is one of my favorite posts of the year. It’s so freeing to unleash the inner lovechild of Gary Neville and Stephen A. Smith to go absolutely nuts with the most out-of-pocket predictions. Okay, so maybe not that crazy. But being able to spew vaguely-supported hot takes is fun. Here’s what […]
Why Don't Insects Live in the Ocean? Scientists Just Ruled Out One Possible Explanation Thanks to Deep-Diving Fly Larvae
Researchers thought that insects might not live there because their respiratory systems would implode from water pressure. But certain fly larvae in East Africa make daily trips toward the bottom of Lake Malawi with the help of strong air sacs that contain a stretchy protein
Intuidy’s AI bet isn’t on smarter models; it’s that your business’ next breakthrough is already in your data
The Lenexa-based CEO of Intuidy isn’t betting his company’s future on building a smarter artificial intelligence model. OpenAI, Anthropic, Google and others are already fighting that battle. Grayson Smith instead wants Intuidy to build the architecture around those models.
"We chose the worst time in history" – Harvey Smith on starting his own studio after Arkane
Black Pony Immersive has been built to create the games that Smith and his Dishonored and Deus Ex colleagues do best
Bake Baby owner Abi Smith turns lockdown hobby into a business
Abi Smith started posting baking videos during lockdown and now runs a market stall.
Bills Get Good News on Rumored 5,000-Yard WR Target
The Buffalo Bills will another chance on rumored free agency target JuJu Smith-Schuster after he was released by the Giants. The post Bills Get Good News on Rumored 5,000-Yard WR Target appeared first on HEAVY.
ASU moving Clayton Smith to TE to create competition
Clayton Smith previously practiced with the pass-catchers during spring camp due to the defensive line's depth and Smith's freakish athletic traits.
Giants cut Juju Smith-Schuster as fight for wide receiver spot intensifies
One former Steeler in the door, while another departs.
Bill Maher rips left-wing lawmaker for sacrificing liberal values to appease Muslim voters
Bill Maher slammed Melissa Chaudhry, a progressive Democrat challenging Rep. Adam Smith in Seattle, for omitting LGBT rights to appeal to Muslims.
Smithsonian Brings Sandy Beach Scientists to Texas A&M Galveston
Scientists from the U.S. and South America are workshopping at Texas A&M University at Galveston (TAMUG) this week to expand sandy beach research and broaden collegiate learning opportunities.The Tides of Opportunity Project, co-led by the Smithsonian’s Marine Global Earth Observatory (MarineGEO) Program, TAMUG, the Smithsonian Marine Station, the Smithsonian National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute, and the University of Miami, is a collaborative monitoring project with marine science professors and their students.Tuesday, Aug. 18, through Friday, Aug. 21, 15 professors and marine science professionals from the United States, Brazil, Peru, and Urugay will co-design a sandy beaches monitoring protocol and associated course modules and test the protocol in the field.The goal is to incorporate sandy beach monitoring protocols into marine science courses, which college faculty and students can use to achieve learning goals while providing essential data can help researchers diagnose the health of an understudied critical coastal habitat.Dr. Guilherme Corte, an assistant professor of marine biology in the College of Marine Sciences and Maritime Studies at TAMUG, is a principal investigator for MarineGEO. Texas A&M University at Galveston students and faculty package samples collected on the beach to take to campus for study in the Benthic Ecology Lab. Credit: TAMUG Division of Marketing and Communications“One third of the world’s ice-free coastlines are made of sandy beaches, and they go from pole to pole,” Corte said.However, despite their abundance and place as one of the most accessible coastal ecosystems for college-level education and research, they remain critically understudied.The Tides of Opportunity Project recognized that accessibility makes sandy beaches uniquely suited for engaging professors and students, including those with limited resources.“Any students can do sandy beach research,” Corte said, encouraging instructors to help students take a break from typing questions into artificial intelligence tools and embrace opportunities to do real science. “Providing this hands-on experience is something unique.”Tides of Opportunity Project goals include:Training a cohort of professors from across the Americas in standardized sandy beach monitoring methods; Equipping participating faculty with classroom modules, field tools, and multilingual teaching materials; Expanding MarineGEO with new monitoring sites focused on the implementation of long-term sandy beach monitoring; Strengthening hands-on, college-level learning experiences; And cultivating interest, learning, and efficacy in science among college-level students.By the end of this week, workshop participants plan to have a final version of the protocol and associated course modules that we can share with professors shortly after the workshop ends to then test with their students in courses that take place between September 2026 and February 2027.The scheduleDay 1: Tuesday, Aug. 18Location: Aggie Special Events Center (ASEC), Rooms 102 B and C, Texas A&M University at Galveston 8:30 – 9 a.m. Breakfast9 – 9:30 am Welcome and brief group introductions9:30 – 10 a.m. Introduction to Tides of Opportunity Project, Design Workshop, MarineGEO, and the Connecting Coastlines to Campuses Program (presentation)10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Introduction to workshop participants and project coordination team (presentations by each participant)• Brief lunch break from 12-12:30 p.m.1 – 3 p.m. Discussion about why collaborative science matters (presentation and interactive group discussion)3 – 4:15 p.m. Introduction to sandy beaches (presentation and group discussion)Day 2: Wednesday, Aug.19Location:• Morning sessions: ASEC Rooms 102 B and C, Texas A&M University at Galveston • Afternoon sessions: Corte’s field site (location available upon request)8:30 – 9 a.m. Breakfast9 a.m. – noon Prep for fieldwork (presentation and interactive group discussion)• Finish conversation about importance of studying sandy beaches• Go through sandy beaches monitoring protocol and field sheetsNoon – 12:45 p.m. Lunch12:45 – 1:30 p.m Prep for field (including driving to the field site)1:30 – 5:30 p.m. Fieldwork & bring samples back to TAMUGDay 3: Thursday, Aug. 20Location:• Breakfast: ASEC Rooms 102 B and C, Texas A&M University at Galveston • Fieldwork: Guilherme’s field site (location available upon request)• Lab/afternoon sessions: TAMUG lab (location available upon request) and ASEC Rooms 102 B and C8:30 – 9 a.m . Breakfast9 – 11 a.m. Return to field• Shorter field trip – recovering samples left out overnight11 a.m. – noon Lab work12 – 12:45 p.m. Lunch12:45 – 2:45 p.m. Continue lab work3 – 5 p.m. Discuss with professors the feasibility of implementing protocol in their courses and where might need to make changes (discussion)Day 4: Friday, Aug. 21Location: ASEC Rooms 102 B and C, Texas A&M University at Galveston 8:30 – 9 a.m. Breakfast9 a.m. – noon Group Discussion• How to evaluate student learning and engagement• Course modules• Next steps
Earth's Organisms Developed Via Evolution. Some Theorists Wonder: What if the Entire Cosmos Did, Too?
The idea that universes evolve like organisms sat on the fringes of theoretical physics for decades. Then, a Substack post and a 2022 find by the James Webb Space Telescope boosted the concept
The locksmith and the conservation scientist
Why well-intentioned but uninformed guessing cannot and will not solve conservation problems, and what we should do instead. Picture this scene: you’re walking down the street, and you see your nei…
Hometown Hero: Evan Benson, Chepachet
SMITHFIELD, RI (WPRI) — This week’s Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses Hometown Sports Hero is Evan Benson. The 14-year-old Chepachet native found the sport of Disc Golf in 2023 and just completed his first Professional Disc Golf Association season, where he racked up nine rated rounds over 1,000 and 13 wins. That success helping to make him the […]
Browns Get Potential Plot Twist in Za’Darius Smith Signing
Veteran edge rusher Za'Darius Smith worked out for the Atlanta Falcons on Monday just one day after reportedly closing in on a deal with the Cleveland Browns. The post Browns Get Potential Plot Twist in Za’Darius Smith Signing appeared first on HEAVY.
Braden Smith (finally) signs two-way contract with Pacers
Nearly two months after the draft, the Pacers signed Purdue guard Braden Smith to a two-way contract
Eagles training camp observations: Key players return to practice
Here are our observations from Day 12 of Eagles training camp practice.
DeVonta Smith back at practice for Eagles
The Eagles welcomed a key part of their offense back to the practice field on Monday.
Geno Smith is on the field at Jets practice Monday
Geno Smith was a late scratch for the Jets' preseason opener due to a sore ankle, but there was no concern from the team about an extended absence and Monday brought good news about his condition.
Stephen A. Smith finds “Sports Nirvana” in new campaign celebrating the ESPN App.
Even Stephen A. Smith can find some tranquility from his day job now that he’s come across “Sports Nirvana.”
Heisman Trophy contenders from Florida high schools: Who leads pack?
Ohio State All-American wide receiver Jeremiah Smith and Miami star receiver Malachi Toney are among the top contenders for the 2026 Heisman Trophy.
Northern California casinos bring music, comedy and summer fun
Trombone Shorty, Marcello Hernández and Nate Smith headline a busy stretch of Northern California entertainment from Aug. 17-30.
Logan Webb Shares True Feelings on Dodgers’ Tarik Skubal Trade
The Los Angeles Dodgers ticked off the baseball world with their trade for former Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal. Los Angeles sent outfielder Zyhir Hope, right-handed pitcher River Ryan, and right-handed pitcher Brady Smith to the Tigers for Skubal.Nonetheless, while the San Francisco Giants aren’t in the playoff picture after being sellers at the […] The post Logan Webb Shares True Feelings on Dodgers’ Tarik Skubal Trade appeared first on HEAVY.
Jets Predicted to Cut Former Cowboys’ 1st-Round Pick
Bleacher Report's Moe Moton predicts former Dallas Cowboys DT and 2023 1st-round pick Mazi Smith will be cut by the New York Jets. The post Jets Predicted to Cut Former Cowboys’ 1st-Round Pick appeared first on HEAVY.
Mike Macdonald: Seahawks’ ‘Established starters’ won’t play vs. Cowboys
Don’t expect Sam Darnold, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and other starters to do anything but warm-ups on Saturday night against the Cowboys.
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame's Class of 2026: Mike D’Antoni remains one of the greatest offensive minds in NBA history
Seven seconds or less? Multiple point guard MVPs? The 3-point revolution? D'Antoni had a hand in it all.
My husband is LL Cool J. I wanted a purpose of my own.
Simone I. Smith says building a jewelry company with LL Cool J's support helped her create an identity beyond marriage and motherhood.
Fort Smith water leak repairs up almost 57% in July
The number of water leaks the city of Fort Smith repaired in July rose 56.6% compared with June leak repairs, but the number of active leaks rose to 45 at...
College football Top 150 player rankings: Ohio State star Jeremiah Smith claims the top spot
College production and tape take center stage as we stack the deck with the most impactful players returning for the 2026 campaign
Moment of Science: Ozone
You can't escape ozone in a big city, but we can all work to make less of it. Dan Smith shows how combining three oxygen atoms can make a big difference in our daily health. 💨🫁
Moment of Science: Ozone
You can't escape ozone in a big city, but we can all work to make less of it. Dan Smith shows how combining three oxygen atoms can make a big difference in our daily health. 💨🫁
Tennessee to execute Anthony Hines as attorneys raise concerns over health, execution team
Fox 17 provides local news, weather, sports, traffic and entertainment for Nashville and nearby towns and communities in Middle Tennessee, including Forest Hills, Brentwood, Franklin, Fairview, Dickson, Clarksville, White House, Greenbrier, Springfield, Gallatin, Hartsville, Lebanon, Mt Juliet, Smyrna, College Grove, Thompson’s Station, Centerville, Murfreesboro, Columbia, Lewisburg, Shelbyville, Manchester, McMinnville, Smithville, Sparta, Cookeville, Hohenwald, Waverly, Camden, Paris, Lafayette, Portland, and in Kentucky, Russelville, Bowling Green, Franklin, Alvaton, Scottsville, Hopkinsville, Glasgow.
Geno Smith gives worrisome flashbacks with ugly Jets practice
It was easy to believe it was 2014.
‘Star Wars’ and Marvel set first-ever crossover with Kevin Smith-penned comic event
‘Star Wars’ and Marvel collide in first-ever crossover. See an exclusive look at the Kevin Smith-written comic book event, ‘Hope Assembles.’ (exclusive)
Astros' Cam Smith: Homers in three-hit effort
Astros' Cam Smith: Homers in three-hit effort
UAFS names dean of College of Business & Industry
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith has named Dr. Duncan Pelly as dean of the College of Business and Industry. He comes to UAFS from Nashville-based Fisk University, where...
Forty Under 40: Josh Mickle
When Fort Smith native Josh Mickle was 18, he ran away from home. Not wanting to become a civil engineer, work for the family business or remain in Fort Smith,...
Forty Under 40: Josh Mickle
When Fort Smith native Josh Mickle was 18, he ran away from home. Not wanting to become a civil engineer, work for the family business or remain in Fort Smith,...
STONY BROOK MEDICINE COMMUNITY MEDICAL GROUP WELCOMES BESTIN KURIAKOSE, DO, TO LONG ISLAND ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY AND SPORTS MEDICINE
SMITHTOWN, NY, August 10, 2026 – Bestin Kuriakose, DO, has joined Long Island Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, a practice of Stony Brook Medicine Community Medical Group, part of Stony Brook Medicine's expanding network of community practices. “At our practice, we are committed to providing seamless, patient‑centered musculoskeletal care,” said Sandra Iannotti, MD, FAAOS, Orthopedic Surgeon, Long Island Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine. “I’m pleased to welcome
A pilot couple explains how they make money buying and renting RVs
Full-time pilots Carrie and Brian Smiths learned early on that owning an RV fleet would not be "a cakewalk."
Jabari Smith Jr. Aims to Improve his Ball Handling Skills
Jabari Smith Jr. states that he is committed to improving one of his biggest weaknesses: ball handling.
ACHE launches executive leadership program
The Fort Smith-based Arkansas Colleges of Health Education (ACHE) will soon begin offering a doctor of executive leadership (DEL) program after receiving approval from the Higher Learning Commission. Each class...
Basketball Hall of Famer Dick Vitale Issues Health Update After 5th Cancer Diagnosis
Beloved ESPN college basketball analyst and Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer Dick Vitale had personal news that was bound to affect millions of basketball fans over the globe. The 87-year-old announced in April, earlier this year, that he was diagnosed with cancer for the fifth time… Fortunately, Vitale, affectionately known as Dickie V, is on his way to becoming cancer-free for the fifth time.
California May Fine Content Creators Who Don't Disclose They Were Paid to Post About Politics
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Weeks before voting ended in California's primary for governor, Los Angeles-based influencer Shaka Smith took to Instagram to tell his more than 700,000 followers whom he was voting for and why. “Healthcare shouldn't bankrupt you, housing should not feel impossible,
Will Mississippi send a Black Democrat to the US Senate? Scott Colom says don't count him out
Scott Colom is a Black man and a Democrat running for the U.S. Senate in Mississippi, a state traditionally led by white conservatives. Colom aims to unseat Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, a white supporter of President Donald Trump who is seeking her second term.
Media Mention: Attorneys Tyler Russell and Marley Peterson Featured in Triad Business Journal Coverage of NC Hemp Bill
Ward and Smith attorneys Tyler Russell and Marley Peterson recently provided insight to Triad Business Journal reporter Elizabeth “Lilly” Egan for t
New marine science exhibit opens at Fort Worden
PORT TOWNSEND — The Port Townsend Marine Science Center has opened a newly renovated exhibit at Fort Worden.
SHARE program allows students to experience medicine and science
As Jayson Smith approached his sophomore year at Nettleton High School, he knew he wanted to pursue a career in medicine, but he didn’t really know where to start. “I...
Trump-backed Republican loses to little-known rival who had suspended his bid
Without running a single ad or filing a campaign finance report, Tom Smith, who had suspended his bid, soundly defeated Amir Hassan, a Navy veteran backed by President Trump.
Panthers' Ainias Smith: Bound for IR
Panthers' Ainias Smith: Bound for IR
Blackhawks Trade Pitch Lands Flames $30M Skilled Winger
The Chicago Blackhawks have undoubtedly had an eventful offseason. They have added new players to their roster, including Bowen Byram, Jordan Greenway, Cole Smith, and Ian Cole. They also brought back franchise legend Patrick Kane on a two-year, $8 million AAV contract.Overall, with these moves, it is clear that the Blackhawks want to be more […] The post Blackhawks Trade Pitch Lands Flames $30M Skilled Winger appeared first on HEAVY.
A chastened UVM Health embarks on its first budget season after leadership reset
In a series of presentations to the Green Mountain Care Board, University of Vermont Health repeatedly emphasized the same message: We’ve changed.
Trump-endorsed candidate loses to Michigan man who dropped out of race
Thomas J. Smith suspended his campaign for Michigan’s 8th District. Yet he is projected to beat Amir Hassan, a rival backed by the president.
How one couple is turning an RV rental business into a retirement plan
At the end of 2023, airline pilots Carrie and Brian Smith bought seven Class C RVs and launched Suite Glamping Adventures.
Indiana, Notre Dame got hosed, SEC got too much love in coaches poll
Who got snubbed, who got too much love, and which unranked team should be in the Top 25? Let's get to it in our coaches poll hot takes.
Barney-Smith wants to 'mix it with the best'
British and Commonwealth super-featherweight champion Royston Barney-Smith has ambitions to "mix it with the best" at 130lbs.
Beloved Las Vegas entertainment pro to be honored
Kevin Harvey had been a touring sound engineer for a wide spectrum of headliners when he arrived at The Smith Center in 2012.
‘Taking the Initiative’
Beatriz Cazho Garcia ’28 begs to differ with those who say young people aren’t engaged in politics.
Josh Smith says Bam Adebayo is SALTY that LeBron …
Josh Smith says Bam Adebayo is SALTY that LeBron …
Trump targets Biden-era billion-dollar Smithsonian budgets amid anti-'woke' push
Trump's budget proposal cuts Smithsonian funding below $1 billion for the first time since 2020 as a 162-page White House report targets woke ideology.