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Week 3 rewind: W-M ends 12-game losing streak – American Press
SUMMARY: In week three of the high school football season, Washington-Marion and Welsh both earned their first wins of the season. Washington-Marion ended a 12-game losing streak with a 28-0 road win over West St. Mary, led by running back Ashlone Thomas who ran for 205 yards and two touchdowns. Welsh beat Hamilton Christian 50-6, with quarterback Jonavon Begnaud throwing three touchdown passes and running for two more. St. Louis Catholic and Lake Arthur, both previously undefeated, were knocked from the ranks of the unbeaten. Sam Houston, Kinder, Westlake, and Oakdale remain undefeated after week three.
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Grand Avenue Gym: DeQuincy landmark fading fast, group fighting to save it says – American Press
SUMMARY: The Grand Avenue Gym in DeQuincy, a historic landmark for the Black community, faces potential demolition due to neglect and hurricane damage. An alumni association is striving to preserve the building, blaming the city for not securing it from vagrants or using FEMA funds for repairs. The gym, with historical ties to the Rosenwald Schools and community activities, has deteriorated severely. The city argues against donating the property due to legal restrictions but remains open to its sale. The alumni association seeks ownership to apply for grants and refurbish the gym, hoping to restore its community significance.
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Beryl becomes major hurricane forecast to bring life-threatening conditions to Caribbean – American Press
SUMMARY: Beryl intensified into a hurricane on Saturday, advancing towards the southeastern Caribbean. It's forecasted to become a Category 3 or higher storm, posing life-threatening conditions for Barbados, St. Lucia, Grenada, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Tropical storm warnings and watches are issued for Martinique, Tobago, and Dominica. Florida-based hurricane expert Michael Lowry noted the unusual early formation of such a powerful storm. The hurricane accelerated rapidly, driven by record-high ocean heat. Barbadian Prime Minister Mia Mottley urged residents to take all possible precautions. Beryl is expected to impact Jamaica and Mexico after passing near Barbados.
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Jim Beam column:Don’t expect new candidates – American Press
SUMMARY: The article, penned by Jim Beam, reflects on the 90-minute debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. Voters are questioning if these are the only presidential options for 2024. Biden, criticized for his halting performance and age, attempted to counter Trump's false claims. CNN noted that Biden failed to allay voters' concerns, while Trump perpetuated election fraud myths and criticized Biden's presidency. NPR highlighted that the debate may not significantly influence the election outcome. Despite speculation, Biden affirmed his intention to continue campaigning. The article concludes that Biden and Trump remain the primary candidates for now.
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