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The surprising story behind an 83-year-old fan, Matt Campbell and 15 years of weekly phone calls
Ron Poturalski, a retired Ford factory worker from Toledo, was once a voice in the crowd at a sports bar Q&A. Now, 15 years later, Ron's is one of the voices Matt Campbell wants to hear the most.
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3mLong shadow of developer’s bank fraud held Springfield back -- The Republican Editorials
While the Clocktower building is on track for a new life, the 24 Park St. property that Louis Masaschi once owned – and talked up as a Hilton hotel – remains an eyesore.
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2mFormer city councilman arrested, accused of making terroristic threats at Hooters restaurant
A former city councilman was arrested after allegedly making violent threats to a manager and another person at a Hooters restaurant in Alabama.
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3mCounty recognizes 9 nine awardees for environmental excellence
The Washtenaw County Water Resources Commissioner’s Office recognizes organizations and individuals every year for furthering environmental sustainability. Their 2026 awardees represent a wide spectrum of green accomplishment.
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2mPa. man took protest signs, pulled gun as people tried to retrieve them: police
The 69-year-old Lehigh Valley man said the signs disrespectfully cover an American flag, and he brandished a gun only in self-defense.
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3m2026 SJSCA Tournament boys soccer final preview: Northern Burlington vs. St. Augustine
A look at the matchup in the SJSCA boys soccer final between Northern Burlington and St. Augustine.