2nd Annual ‘Empowering Girls’ Event in Jasper County
This event is created to uplift and empower young girls to be successful in a dominating world. This year’s theme is “Let Your Fears Make You Fierce,” and is designed for girls ages 11-18, and their caregivers,
7th officer is relieved of duty, 3 first responders fired after death of Tyre Nichols

The Memphis Police Department said a seventh police officer has been relieved of duty regarding the Jan. 7 death of Tyre Nichols. In a statement, the seventh officer was not identified, and it was not indicated whether
Court rejects Johnson & Johnson bankruptcy filing in talcum powder lawsuits

On Monday, a federal appellate court rejected a bankruptcy filing from Johnson & Johnson, in an attempt to protect itself from thousands of lawsuits claiming its talcum-based powder causes cancer. The Third Circuit Court of Appeals ruled the
Veteran righty Zack Greinke and Kansas City Royals agree to 1-year contract

The Kansas City Royals and starting pitcher Zack Greinke have agreed to terms on a one-year contract, pending a physical. Sources say that the deal is expected to be between $8-$10 million, plus performance bonuses. The 39-year-old righty turned
Hockey Hall of Famer and Blackhawks icon Bobby Hull dies at 84

The NHL Alumni Association announced Monday that Chicago Blackhawks winger and Hockey Hall of Famer Bobby Hull has died at age 84. No cause of death was revealed. The Blackhawks said in a statement: “The Chicago Blackhawks
Jake Owen shares his new single ‘My Boots Miss Yours’

Jake Owen is sharing his latest single “My Boots Miss Yours,” written by Blake Bollinger, Brad Clawson, and Brett Sheroky and produced by Joey Moi. Owen says of the track: “It’s a new year, so it’s only appropriate that we
Luke Bryan announces 36-city ‘Country On Tour’

Luke Bryan will embark on the 36-city Country On Tour this summer, kicking off on June 15 in Syracuse, New York and making stops across the U.S. in major markets including Philadelphia, Denver, Nashville and more. Serving as