National News
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SEN CHRIS MURPHY: In Trump's first 100 days, he has normalized corruption. It must stop
When you think of corrupt politicians, you might imagine rooms where secret deals are brokered. What makes Trump’s corruption unique is that he isn’t trying to hide what he’s doing.
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Florida AG launches Office of Parental Rights, lending legal firepower to defend parents' 'God-given right'
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the launch of an Office of Parental Rights to lend legal muscle to help defend parents' rights.
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Trump declares case against CBS is a 'winner,' hints at action against New York Times
President Donald Trump deemed his lawsuit against CBS News a "winner" on Wednesday before suggesting that he was looking into taking action against The New York Times.
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Kate Middleton was given chainsaw for Christmas, shows off home improvement skills on royal trip
During a visit to the Isle of Mull off of Scotland, Kate Middleton revealed she received a chainsaw as a Christmas gift and that she has a knack for handling a nail gun.
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Corporation for Public Broadcasting sues Trump to prevent termination of board members
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which helps fund public media corporations such as NPR and PBS, has sued the Trump administration to prevent the firing of board members.
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Watchdog org calls for sanctions against UN appointee accused of antisemitism
UN Watch is calling on Secretary of State Marco Rubio to sanction and deny entry and visa access to UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, who has been accused of making antisemitic statements.
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WH says 'no dispute' deported suspected gang member had MS-13 tattoos despite photos to the contrary
President Donald Trump defended the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia and his suspected MS-13 ties to a photo he shared showing "MS13" tattooed across a man's knuckles.
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Giants' Abdul Carter experienced prank call like Shedeur Sanders, others on draft night: report
Abdul Carter was added to the list of draft prospects who got pranked last week, as his agent told ESPN, when the Jaguars were on the clock, someone called saying they would take him.
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Ready-to-eat meat and poultry recalled after consumer complaints about taste, color
Smith Packing LLC has recalled 18,792 pounds of ready-to-eat sausage and sliced meat and poultry products, which exceeded the regulatory levels of sodium nitrite, the USDA's FSIS said.
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Late-night hosts rate Trump's first 100 days, say grade falls between 'F’ and ‘U’
Mainstream media late-night hosts, including Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon, and Stephen Colbert, gave poor grades to the first 100 days of President Donald Trump's second term.
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Mexico says it accepted 39K deportees from the US, mostly Mexican nationals
Nearly 33,000 Mexican citizens have been deported from the U.S. and returned to Mexico following President Donald Trump's crackdown on illegal immigrants.
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Graham mocks Democrats as Trump DEA nominee confirms MS-13 gang tattoos
Sen. Lindsey Graham spoke during a confirmation hearing for DEA administrator-designate Terrance Cole on the event of Garcia's deportation.
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Ex-McConnell advisor-turned-MAGA star doesn’t rule out potential Senate bid as rumors swirl
CNN commentator Scott Jennings responded to reports that he may run for Senate in Kentucky to succeed Sen. Mitch McConnell, the former majority leader, in 2026.
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Sitting still for this amount of time is related to high risk of neck pain, study says
A new study from China found that longer durations of sedentary behavior can contribute to increased risk of neck pain, particularly with screen usage.
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Blue Jays' Daulton Varsho makes miraculous behind-the-back catch after falling down
Blue Jays' center fielder Daulton Varsho made an incredible behind-the-back catch after he fell down during the team's 10-2 loss to the Red Sox on Tuesday.
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NFL issues massive fines to Falcons, Jeff Ulbrich over Shedeur Sanders NFL Draft prank call
The NFL handed out discipline to the Atlanta Falcons and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich on Wednesday following a prank call involving the coach's son and Shedeur Sanders.
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Deion Sanders admits he can 'do better,' days after son Shedeur's shocking NFL Draft slide
Deion Sanders sent an X post just after his son Shedeur shockingly fell to 144 in the NFL Draft, saying, "I can do better, I know better, I was taught better."
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UFC fighter Sedriques Dumas arrested for burglary, battery weeks after UFC 314 showing
Sedriques Dumas is back in jail after the UFC Fighter was arrested in Florida on Monday. He is facing several charges as he remains in custody on a $558,500 bond.
Events
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Nancy Hershman Scholarship Show Drive
We are collecting new and gently used shoes.
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The event will honor the memory of a Dillsboro native and hero.
Crews had to replace a utility pole this morning.
In total, seven student-athletes earned Player of the Week honors for April 21-26.
Crawley, Mannies, Aikman and Witty awards announced for 2025 by statewide coaches' group.
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