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Oklahoma AD Joe Castiglione, leading voice in college sports, to retire
The Athletic
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July 7, 2025
Oklahoma athletic director Joe Castiglione will retire this upcoming school year, he announced Monday, ending the longest active tenure for an AD in major college sports. It will also end the run for one of the most successful and respected...
Archie, Missouri, man dies after being critically injured in altercation, sheriff's office says
KMBC 9 - Missouri
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July 7, 2025
Archie, Missouri, man dies after altercation in business parking lot, sheriff's office says FIRST NEWS. I’M CODY HOLYOKE. GOOD MORNING, I’M DONNA PITMAN. WE’LL GET TO THOSE NINE THINGS THAT YOU NEED TO KNOW IN JUST A MOMENT. FIRST WE SAY GOOD...
Lake Regional welcomes new sports medicine specialist to its orthopedics team
Central Missouri News
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July 6, 2025
Alan Mead, M.D. Vice President | Lake Regional Health SystemAlan Mead, M.D. Vice President | Lake Regional Health System The orthopedics team at Lake Regional Health System has expanded with the addition of Dr. James M. Edwards, a...
De Smet's Haffner named Missouri volleyball coa…
West Newsmagazine - Missouri
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De Smet Jesuit’s Tim Haffner was named Missouri High School Volleyball Coaches Association’s Coach of the Year. The Spartans ended a 34-1 season by winning the state boys volleyball championship. De Smet swept St. Louis University High in straight...
Former SEK man charged in deaths of Missouri deputy, wife
The Iola Register - Kansas
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July 7, 2025
A former Colony man with an extended criminal history faces two counts of second-degree murder after a crash resulted in the death of a Missouri sheriff’s deputy and his wife. Garrett C. Cleaver, 40, Webb City, Mo., was arrested after he was...
Joe Castiglione: Photos of OU athletic director, longest tenured in college sports
The Oklahoman
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University of Oklahoma athletic director Joe Castiglione, left, speaks with president David Boren after a press conference where Boren announced his retirement in Norman, Okla. on Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2017. Photo by Chris Landsberger, The...
Missouri educators sue state over private school vouchers
The Sedalia Democrat - Missouri
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By Annelise Hanshaw Missouri Independent The Missouri National Education Association is suing the state in an effort to block the appropriation of $51 million to MOScholars, the state’s K-12 scholarship program. In a lawsuit filed in Cole County...
Illinois and Wisconsin Go Hard on Sports Hate in New Map
103.1 KFIL - Minnesota
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July 7, 2025
A map of the United States shows that Illinois and Wisconsin are among the most competitive states in sports, and the Bears, Packers, Cubs, and even the Cardinals are all receiving some attention. Infographic Reveals the Most Hated Teams by State...
Moviegoers warned to expect up to 30 MINUTES of ads and trailers after major switch by key cinema chain
The U.S. Sun
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July 2, 2025
THOUSANDS of movie fans nationwide could soon see longer advertisement periods before showtime. The controversial change is set to affect consumers who frequent a beloved cinema chain as part of a new deal. 2 Consumers could see more ads at the...
UC Bearcats vs. Nebraska game is 'Battle Sports Kansas City Classic'
The Ames Tribune - Iowa
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The Cincinnati Bearcats football season doesn't kick off until late August, but their opening game in Kansas City vs. Nebraska now has a title sponsor. Arrowhead Events, the special events arm of the Kansas City Chiefs, on Monday, June 7,...
What’s Trending for Fall 2025 School in Missouri
KICK AM 1530 - Illinois
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July 7, 2025
Ready or not the school year is closer than you think. The sooner you get started on your back to school shopping, the better chance you have of getting the stuff the kids will be wanting for this school year. Back to school shopping this year...
Caravel Autism Health Opens New Therapy Clinic in Missouri
Healthcare Facilities Today
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July 7, 2025
The clinic features colorful, sensory-friendly spaces. Caravel Autism Health hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of a new, state-of-the-art autism therapy clinic. The clinic, located in Oakville, Missouri, is staffed by...
Monday's 9 Things To Know: Abortions Resume in Missouri
KMBC 9 - Missouri
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July 7, 2025
Monday's 9 Things To Know: Abortions Resume in Missouri Abortions can resume in Missouri and Kansas lawmakers discuss stadium deals for the Chiefs and Royals. Here are your 9 things to know for Monday FIRST NEWS. I’M CODY HOLYOKE. GOOD MORNING,...
Ozzie Smith and fellow Missouri sports legends gather in Jefferson City for charity event
KRCG - Missouri
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Jefferson City — Ozzie Smith made his way to Mid-Missouri on Sunday evening. The Cardinal Legend attended the 5th annual "A Night with Ozzie' charity event at the Capital Bluffs Event Center in Jefferson City. Money raised goes towards the PGA...
NBC delays Hurricane Ian episode of new TV series after Texas floods
Naples Daily News - Florida
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NBC postponed the Hurricane Ian episode of its "Survival Mode" series following deadly flooding in Texas. The episode, originally scheduled to air July 7, focuses on survivors' stories from Fort Myers Beach during Hurricane Ian. The premiere...
Evansville basketball: Who's new to the Purple Aces for the 2025-26 season?
Yahoo Sports
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EVANSVILLE — The rationale for David Ragland was simple this offseason: adapt or get left behind. The University of Evansville men's basketball program enters year four under Ragland following an 11-win campaign. The 2024-25 season was the...
Missouri State will be popular in College Football 26 video game
Springfield News Leader - Missouri
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Social media will soon be abuzz about the many national championships that Missouri State football will win, celebrating the dynasty the Bears have brought to Springfield, as they defeat the likes of Ohio State, Alabama, and Georgia along the way....
Missouri football gets commitment from Boonville OL, MU legacy player
Columbia Daily Tribune - Missouri
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Like father, like son. Braylon Ellison, a three-star offensive lineman in the Class of 2026, announced Tuesday via his social media accounts that he has committed to Missouri football. His father, Atiyyah Ellison, was a defensive lineman and...
WNBA team mocks Fever star on social media after win, referencing expansion comments
Fox News
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Emmanuel Acho reacts to the growing concern around how the WNBA is handling Caitlin Clark. From intense physical play to mounting injuries, Acho questions whether the league is pushing her too far. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The...
Billy Joel appears to be teasing new music
Contactmusic
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Billy Joel appears to have teased his first new music in 17 years. Monday, January 22, 2024 Monday, January 22, 2024 Billy Joel has teased his first new original music in almost two decades. The Piano Man recently posted a TikTok video from a...