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Campbell’s soup cans are getting their first redesign in about 50 years
Changes include the word "soup" printed in a new font, along with a slanted "O" as a nod to the brand's original label from 1898.Billy Graham’s grandson hospitalized in critical condition with COVID-19
The grandson of the late Rev. Billy Graham is in intensive care with COVID-19, according to his mother.Simone Biles withdraws from women’s team gymnastics at Tokyo 2020 Olympics
Simone Biles had to withdraw from the women's team gymnastic final on Tuesday as the Russia Olympic Committee (ROC) took gold at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.Jan. 6 hearing opens as police detail violence, injuries
The new House panel investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection has opened its first hearing. Democrats are starting with a focus on the law enforcement officers who were attacked and beaten as the rioters broke into the building.‘About time’: Gay athletes unleash rainbow wave on Olympics
The Tokyo Games are shaping up as a watershed for LGBTQ Olympians. A wave of rainbow-colored pride, openness and acceptance is sweeping through Olympic pools, skateparks, halls and fields.
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UPDATE: Widespread Panic’s Sunday show delayed for weather
Widespread Panic is set to play the last of three shows in Wilmington Sunday night, but the final performance is being delayed due to weather concerns.Expo held in Pender County to inform residents how to prepare for a disaster
A disaster expo in Pender County was held Saturday to prepare residents for any hurricanes or other natural disasters that may strike the Cape Fear this year.Wobble in moon’s orbit to bring surge in flooding to most US coastlines in 2030s: NASA study
Coastal communities in the United States, be forewarned. A "dramatic" surge in high-tide floods is just over a decade away in the US, according to NASA.Insured losses from Elsa could be $290 million
A company that estimates the cost of natural disasters says insurance companies could be on the hook for $290 million in damage from Hurricane Elsa.Important steps to take to make sure your home is fully covered the remainder of hurricane season
With more than 140 days remaining in the 2021 hurricane season, now is the time to prepare for the next big storm.Last month was the hottest June on record for the lower 48 states
A little over 15% of the United States observed all-time record high temperatures last month, the highest NOAA has ever reported.3 years since Hurricane Florence burst its dams, will Boiling Spring Lakes get lakes back?
It's been nearly three years since Hurricane Florence drenched Boiling Spring Lakes with 30 inches of rain over four days, bursting four dams and washing away Alton Lennon Drive.Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue reports dozens of rip current rescues today
A moderate risk for rip currents along the beaches of the Cape Fear has resulted in 34 rescues today in Wrightsville Beach, according to the Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue.
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‘About time’: Gay athletes unleash rainbow wave on Olympics
The Tokyo Games are shaping up as a watershed for LGBTQ Olympians. A wave of rainbow-colored pride, openness and acceptance is sweeping through Olympic pools, skateparks, halls and fields.Dolphins’ Howard reports despite unhappiness with contract
All-Pro cornerback Xavien Howard has joined the rest of the Miami Dolphins reporting for training camp after he sat out mandatory minicamp because he’s unhappy about his contract.Russian team topples American powerhouse with Biles out
Though the history books may mark Tuesday’s victory with an asterisk due to American star Simone Biles’ early withdrawal, the Russian women's gymnastics team's dazzling performance is the result of a concerted transformation since they finished a distant second to the American team at the 2019 World Championship.Whiteville Dixie Youth Darlings wrap up World Series trip to Virginia
The Whiteville community also deserves praise; they helped raise $15,000 to send the girls and their families to Virginia.Bettman: Plan is to hold ’22 NHL draft in person in Montreal
He told The Associated Press the league is aiming for full arenas at the start of next season and an in-person draft in Montreal but would be ready to adjust as circumstances dictate.Cleveland’s baseball team goes from Indians to Guardians
CLEVELAND (AP) — Known as the Indians since 1915, Cleveland’s Major League Baseball team will be called Guardians. The ballclub announced the name change on...Opening ceremony of virus-delayed Tokyo Olympics begins
The athletes of the Tokyo Olympics were greeted by a few familiar notes at the opening ceremony.NFL teams face potential forfeits for COVID-19 outbreaks
The memo adds that the league doesn’t anticipate adding a 19th week to accommodate games that can’t be rescheduled within the 18-week regular season.
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Campbell’s soup cans are getting their first redesign in about 50 years
Changes include the word "soup" printed in a new font, along with a slanted "O" as a nod to the brand's original label from 1898.Billy Graham’s grandson hospitalized in critical condition with COVID-19
The grandson of the late Rev. Billy Graham is in intensive care with COVID-19, according to his mother.Simone Biles withdraws from women’s team gymnastics at Tokyo 2020 Olympics
Simone Biles had to withdraw from the women's team gymnastic final on Tuesday as the Russia Olympic Committee (ROC) took gold at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.Jan. 6 hearing opens as police detail violence, injuries
The new House panel investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection has opened its first hearing. Democrats are starting with a focus on the law enforcement officers who were attacked and beaten as the rioters broke into the building.‘About time’: Gay athletes unleash rainbow wave on Olympics
The Tokyo Games are shaping up as a watershed for LGBTQ Olympians. A wave of rainbow-colored pride, openness and acceptance is sweeping through Olympic pools, skateparks, halls and fields.
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UPDATE: Widespread Panic’s Sunday show delayed for weather
Widespread Panic is set to play the last of three shows in Wilmington Sunday night, but the final performance is being delayed due to weather concerns.Expo held in Pender County to inform residents how to prepare for a disaster
A disaster expo in Pender County was held Saturday to prepare residents for any hurricanes or other natural disasters that may strike the Cape Fear this year.Wobble in moon’s orbit to bring surge in flooding to most US coastlines in 2030s: NASA study
Coastal communities in the United States, be forewarned. A "dramatic" surge in high-tide floods is just over a decade away in the US, according to NASA.Insured losses from Elsa could be $290 million
A company that estimates the cost of natural disasters says insurance companies could be on the hook for $290 million in damage from Hurricane Elsa.Important steps to take to make sure your home is fully covered the remainder of hurricane season
With more than 140 days remaining in the 2021 hurricane season, now is the time to prepare for the next big storm.Last month was the hottest June on record for the lower 48 states
A little over 15% of the United States observed all-time record high temperatures last month, the highest NOAA has ever reported.3 years since Hurricane Florence burst its dams, will Boiling Spring Lakes get lakes back?
It's been nearly three years since Hurricane Florence drenched Boiling Spring Lakes with 30 inches of rain over four days, bursting four dams and washing away Alton Lennon Drive.Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue reports dozens of rip current rescues today
A moderate risk for rip currents along the beaches of the Cape Fear has resulted in 34 rescues today in Wrightsville Beach, according to the Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue.
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‘About time’: Gay athletes unleash rainbow wave on Olympics
The Tokyo Games are shaping up as a watershed for LGBTQ Olympians. A wave of rainbow-colored pride, openness and acceptance is sweeping through Olympic pools, skateparks, halls and fields.Dolphins’ Howard reports despite unhappiness with contract
All-Pro cornerback Xavien Howard has joined the rest of the Miami Dolphins reporting for training camp after he sat out mandatory minicamp because he’s unhappy about his contract.Russian team topples American powerhouse with Biles out
Though the history books may mark Tuesday’s victory with an asterisk due to American star Simone Biles’ early withdrawal, the Russian women's gymnastics team's dazzling performance is the result of a concerted transformation since they finished a distant second to the American team at the 2019 World Championship.Whiteville Dixie Youth Darlings wrap up World Series trip to Virginia
The Whiteville community also deserves praise; they helped raise $15,000 to send the girls and their families to Virginia.Bettman: Plan is to hold ’22 NHL draft in person in Montreal
He told The Associated Press the league is aiming for full arenas at the start of next season and an in-person draft in Montreal but would be ready to adjust as circumstances dictate.Cleveland’s baseball team goes from Indians to Guardians
CLEVELAND (AP) — Known as the Indians since 1915, Cleveland’s Major League Baseball team will be called Guardians. The ballclub announced the name change on...Opening ceremony of virus-delayed Tokyo Olympics begins
The athletes of the Tokyo Olympics were greeted by a few familiar notes at the opening ceremony.NFL teams face potential forfeits for COVID-19 outbreaks
The memo adds that the league doesn’t anticipate adding a 19th week to accommodate games that can’t be rescheduled within the 18-week regular season.
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