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Minions music leads to nightmare for Olympic skater while putting a spotlight on a yearslong problem
2+ hour, 31+ min ago (782+ words) Of course, it would take those mischievous Minions to thrust what has become a years-long musical nightmare for figure skaters into the global spotlight just days before they step onto the ice for the Milano Cortina Olympics. Spanish skater Tomas-Llorenc…...
SCHSL finalzes region placements for upcoming school years
1+ week, 4+ day ago (81+ words) These classifications/regions will be in effect for the next two school years (2026-2028) (SCHSL) The South Carolina High School League staff has finalized the region placement for all schools beginning with the 2026-2027 season. These classification/region placements will be in…...
Strength training is crucial after menopause. How to make the most of your workouts
3+ week, 3+ day ago (575+ words) When Sarah Baldassaro turned 50, she took stock of her health and began working with a fitness coach on strength training, a type of exercise that's crucial for women in midlife. Related video above: Doctor reacts to new federal dietary guidelines…...
Ryan Cochran-Siegle follows in his mother's Olympic footsteps
3+ week, 4+ day ago (322+ words) Ryan Cochran-Siegle, a Team USA alpine skier, is continuing a family legacy as he follows in the footsteps of his mother, Barbara Ann Cochran, who won gold in the slalom at the 1972 Olympics. Cochran-Siegle, who already has a silver medal…...
'Breathe and believe': Figure skater Amber Glenn opens up about mental health and coming out
3+ week, 6+ day ago (262+ words) Amber Glenn is competing in the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in St. Louis, aiming for her third consecutive gold in the women's event. This is the final competition before the Olympic team is announced. A junior champion at just 14 years old,…...
Erin Jackson aims for another Olympic gold in speed skating
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (208+ words) Erin Jackson, the first Black woman to win a Winter Olympic gold medal in an individual sport, is preparing for another shot at gold in speed skating despite battling injuries. Jackson, who medaled in Beijing after taking up the sport…...
13-year-old pilot in training learns the ropes from dad during Albuquerque hot-air balloon festival
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (277+ words) At the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, Mark Yocom and his daughter, Rowan Yocom, are strengthening their bond as she trains to become one of the youngest hot air balloon pilots. "This entire week is nothing but balloons. Even at home, it's…...
'His legacy is still there': Remembering coach Louie Golden
4+ mon, 19+ hour ago (420+ words) Coach Louie Golden was a coaching legend in the Upstate, and now his family is honoring his legacy through the Alzheimer's Association. "He's the third-winningest high school boys coach in the history of South Carolina. He's also the winningest athletic…...
This 6-foot-8 high school volleyball star is crushing the competition
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (219+ words) Grundy Center junior Ryanne Brubaker is leading her team this season. Ryanne Brubaker has always been tall. She was 6 feet, 3 inches as a 12-year-old. "I've always been the tallest in my class, so it doesn't really matter to me," Brubaker…...