National Sports

• Aaron Judge Back In Yankees Lineup Following 99-Day Rib Injury Absence

  Aaron Judge is returning to the New York Yankees after a 99-day absence caused by a broken rib, starting in right field and batting third against the Colorado Rockies.

• College Football All-Week 1 Team: Darian Mensah, Malachi Toney Show Out

  From historic 7-TD passing performances to record-breaking receiving marks by an 18-year-old, check out the CFB Week 1 All-Star Team.

• Julian Edelman: Seahawks Are 'A Storm Brewing To Wipe Out Teams'

  Julian Edelman expressed that the Seattle Seahawks are going to "wipe out a lot of teams" this season.

• Rams? Seahawks? Bengals? The NFL's Best Teams Heading Into Week 1

  Just one of last year's Super Bowl teams made Colin Cowherd's top 10; here's who he's most excited about heading into Week 1.

• Ballon d'Or 2026 Nominees: Kane, Mbappé And Yamal Headline 30-Man Shortlist

  Ousmane Dembélé, Harry Kane, and Kylian Mbappé are contenders for the men’s Ballon d’Or.

• NFL Catchup: Latest On Rams, 49ers Stars; Shedeur Sanders QB3?

  Keep up with all of the latest news from around the NFL on Monday.

• How Much Is Florida State Coach Mike Norvell's Buyout? Contract Details In 2026

  Florida State head coach Mike Norvell is on the hot seat early in the 2026 season following back-to-back losing years in Tallahassee.

• Shohei Ohtani Returns To Dodgers Lineup As DH, Pitching Again 'Not Dead'

  Shohei Ohtani was back in the Los Angeles Dodgers' lineup as designated hitter on Monday night after a four-day break to deal with lingering left knee, right biceps and neck soreness.

• Panthers Optimistic Jonathon Brooks Plays Against Bears Despite Practice Absence

  Carolina Panthers running back Jonathon Brooks missed his third straight practice with “general soreness," but coach Dave Canales remains hopeful he’ll be ready for Sunday’s season opener against the Chicago Bears

• Dallas Cowboys All-Pro LG Tyler Smith To Miss 4-6 Weeks Due To Thumb Surgery

  Dallas Cowboys All-Pro left guard Tyler Smith will undergo thumb surgery and is expected to be placed on injured reserve, likely missing the first 4-6 weeks of the season.

• Meet Josh Hoover: What To Know About New Indiana Star Quarterback

  Here's pertinent information about new Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Josh Hoover, who shined in the defending champion's season opener.

• What Is Targeting? College Football's Most Controversial Rule, Explained

  Here's everything you need to know about targeting and its new penalty changes.

• Why Did Ohio State Have Senior Day In Week 1 Against Ball State?

  Ohio State had its Senior Day celebration prior to its 2026 season opener against Ball State, an unconventional move.

• Could Alabama Standout Ryan Coleman-Williams Be Dealing With ‘The Yips’?

  Ryan Coleman-Williams had two baffling drops in Alabama's Week 1 opener. Can the talented junior wideout finally take the leap the Crimson Tide expect?

• Urban Meyer: Why Big Ten, Not SEC, Is College Football's Best Conference

  Has the Big Ten officially overtaken the SEC as the best conference in college football? Urban Meyer has the answer.

• How to Watch Yankees vs. Padres: TV Channel, Live Stream, Time

  Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the New York Yankees and San Diego Padres MLB game.

• How to Watch Diamondbacks vs. Astros: TV Channel, Live Stream, Time

  Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the Arizona Diamondbacks and Houston Astros MLB game.

• How to Watch Clemson vs. LSU: TV Channel, Live Stream, Time

  Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the CFB Week 1 Clemson vs LSU game.

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  Dearborn County Health Fair

  St. Elizabeth and community partners will provide no-cost screenings, health education, entertainment and more!!! Saturday, Sept 12th from 10-12.

  Sep 9, 2026 at St. Elizabeth Dearborn Cancer Center
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  The Crafty Crew

  a group for new adults ages 18 to 30 who want to hang out and craft.

  Sep 9, 2026 at Lawrenceburg Library
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  Teen Crafternoon- Pop-tart Pillows

  Teens will create the pillow base using simple beginner-friendly sewing techniques or a tied no-sew technique

  Sep 9, 2026 at Lawrenceburg Library

Gus and Nancy Hillenbrand Honored with Robert R. Walsman Award

The award goes to community members who have dedicated their time, talent and treasure to Margaret Mary Health and the community.

Local Students Among 2027 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

Local students from Indiana and Kentucky are still in the running.

Gov. Braun Extends Tax Filing Deadline for Hoosiers Impacted by August Storms

This includes individuals and businesses impacted in Dearborn, Decatur and Franklin counties.

Batesville Wins Ripley County Tournament

The Bulldogs placed four on the All-County Team

Local Sports Report - September 8, 2026

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Local Sports Report - September 4-5, 2026

There was lots of high school sports action of the holiday weekend.