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a A few weeks ago, I stood in the white marble atrium of the Georgia State Capitol, watching a scene that encapsulated much of the presidential election. To my right is a group of election conspiracy theorists who still believe that Donald Trump won in 2020. To my left is a group of voting rights activists singing an old spiritual song popular during the civil rights era.They were here to observe last-minute efforts by far-right officials to change how votes will be counted next month. Many say the measure is likely to sow doubt and create confusion in the key…

RICHMOND, Va. — Football season has begun and runs from September through February. The sport is projected to bring in $35 billion in legal wagers this season, according to the American Gaming Association.According to the latest information on Virginia Lottery games, this is one of the most popular sports betting options in Virginia. Sports betting began in Virginia in 2021. Approximately $69 million in taxes were generated in fiscal year 2023, according to a congressional report.That revenue is piling up coffers totaling billions of dollars in U.S. states.According to a 2023 report from the American Psychological Association (APA), more people…

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Oct. 3, 2024 (Globe Newswire) — Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:TOL), the nation’s leading luxury home builder, today announced a final opportunity to own a new luxury condominium in North Oaks. did. Ann Arbor – Villa Collection in Ann Arbor, Michigan. There are only 7 move-in ready homes available for sale in this popular community. Toll Brothers is now offering a final selection of new condos offering resort-style amenities and a low-maintenance lifestyle in Ann Arbor’s North Oaks. Villa Collection home designs range from 2,200 square feet to more than 2,600 square feet and feature first- or second-floor…

Mooney’s Dom Letlow sacked Cheney’s Dashawn Langston during the second half of Thursday night’s game at Stambaugh Stadium. (David Dahmer/Warren Tribune Chronicle) YOUNGSTOWN — Sometimes all it takes is a few plays to make a difference. That was true Thursday when the Cardinal Mooney football team defeated Cheney 27-0 at Stambaugh Stadium in Youngstown. The Cardinals’ defense and special teams units were provided short fields all day, and they took advantage of them. Mooney’s first score came in the final five minutes of the first quarter. The Cowboys (2-4, 0-1 Steel Valley Conference) busted a punt and the Cardinals recovered…

Artemis Moon Creations offers sample size bath salts. The business owner plans to open a brick-and-mortar location in downtown Winter Park. Artemis Moon Creations/Photo provided by Amanda Guffey is a longtime local resident who runs her own online business, Artemis Moon Creations. On Saturday, Oct. 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Guffey will host the grand opening of its new brick-and-mortar store in Winter Park. Artemis Moon Creations has been an online company for the past year, but Guffey calls the brick-and-mortar store a “dream come true.” “I’m incredibly excited and grateful to the community for welcoming me,” Guffey…

Developer Darren Aschaffenberg has revised plans to renovate the former Metairie Towers apartment complex on Metairie Road, which he purchased Thursday for $24.5 million. Instead of converting the building into 219 apartments, Aschaffenburg now says he intends to keep the building as a condominium complex, but with fewer units and larger floor plans for 160 units. He also plans to add eight floors and 12 luxury penthouse units to the building, upgrade the exterior, gate the property and provide 24-hour security. He estimates the renovations will take nearly two years to complete and cost between $45 million and $50 million.…

Augusta National chairman Fred Ridley said the home of the Masters suffered extensive damage in last week’s Hurricane Helen, but vowed the tournament would go ahead as planned next April. Ridley said Augusta National suffered “extensive damage” from the storm, which knocked out electricity and water to the famous course. He said: “There has been a lot of damage and a lot of people are working hard to restore and operate the club.Dozens of staff have worked at the club over the years and I am really proud of them.” What we have is that while everyone is certainly…

BUCHANAN, Mich., Oct. 3, 2024 (Globe Newswire) — Located in the heart of Michigan’s picturesque wine country, a special property at 2122 Grange Road is home to West Michigan’s exclusive Listed for sale by REALTOR® Jeff Leonard of Advanced. Realty Global. Offering a unique blend of tranquility, sophistication and privacy to the discerning buyer, this expansive property seamlessly blends modern elegance with natural beauty, ensuring a lifestyle of comfort and luxury. Masu. Media snippets accompanying this announcement are available by clicking this link. With a picturesque woodland backdrop known as Serenity Fields and 68 acres of stunningly beautiful greenery, the…

Above: Recovery in Motion clinical services director Jenna Blanchard, operations director Zach Blanchard, finance director Jesse Raguz, and intake and architectural director Carol Simpson plan to bring substance use treatment services to Fairmont by late 2024. We aim to introduce. FAIRMONT – Recovery in Motion is a new group in Fairmont dedicated to supporting addicts on the road to recovery. We aim to achieve this through multiple programs. The residential treatment program for men will have 26 beds available for men ages 18 and older. Finance Director Jesse Raguz said there are several aspects to the program. “They attend internal…

Chinese museums are crowded with exhibits of European jewelry brands. During the summer, Bvlgari’s traveling exhibition “Serpenti Factory” opened at the Genesis Gallery in Beijing, and another traveling exhibition “Gabriel Chanel” was held at the Power Station of Art in Shanghai. Fashion Manifesto premiered in London last year.And next month, at the Fosun Art Center in Shanghai, Pomellato will unveil its first retrospective of advertising photography titled “Art & Jewelry,” and Cartier will present “Cartier: The Power of Magic” with more than 300 pieces from its archive collection. We are planning to display Chinese art. At the Shanghai Museum.This series…