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CLEVELAND, Ohio — With one more sleep until opening day, the Guardians are preparing for a season unlike any that Cleveland has seen in more than a decade. With new manager Stephen Vogt at the helm and several new faces in the lineup, what expectations do you have for the club heading into the regular season? On Wednesday’s podcast, Paul Hoynes and Joe Noga discuss what they expect from Guardians players and the team as a whole. Listen and read along with an AI-generated transcript of the podcast below. Read the automated transcript of today’s podcast below. Because it’s a computer-generated transcript, it may contain errors and misspellings. Joe Noga (00:15): Welcome back to the Cleveland Baseball Talk podcast. I’m…

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Arkansas football’s spring workouts are in the midst of a one-week break with the school on holiday, which presents a good time to reflect. Four of the first five practices have been open to the media. Below is a look at five Razorbacks who have shined this spring and could be in line for a big year or a new role in an important year for head coach Sam Pittman. Braxton was one of the great surprises last season, and it appears he’s carried over his good form into his sophomore year. Over the final two practices before spring break, Braxton recorded three interceptions. He’s held up well in the 7-on-7 drills that are tough for defenders,…

BOSTON (AP) — While some American cities celebrated St. Patrick’s Day a day early this weekend, Boston, one of the most Irish cities in the country, held its parades and festivities on Sunday, or March 17. Crowds of green-clad revelers lined the streets for the South Boston St. Patrick’s Day Parade, which typically draws about 1 million people. It not only celebrates the city’s Irish heritage but also Evacuation Day, commemorating the evacuation of British troops from Boston during the Revolutionary War. When Aidan Richardson began attending school in Worcester, Massachusetts, friends insisted they had to attend the Boston parade. “It’s a great time so far,” said the native of Rochester, New York. “When I grew up I was told…

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — There were plenty of things to do and see throughout the Kansas City metro this weekend. The Auto Show at the Kansas City Convention Center, the KC Current’s Home Opener, the Men’s Big 12 Championship and other events drew large crowds this weekend. Watch: Kansas City St. Patrick’s Day Parade replay The Auto Show was open from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, giving people the opportunity to stop by after some of the other events “In between that period, we had the Current game, the Snake Parade and the Big 12 Championship game, and when that was all done, people could still come back to the Auto Show because we were still here,” Larry Carl, CEO of…

MANHATTAN (KSNT) – Local businesses are preparing for Manhattan’s busiest fake holiday. Saturday, people will head to Manhattan for Fake Patty’s Day. It started as a day for Kansas State University students to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day early, since they miss the actual holiday for Spring Break. Fake Patty’s Day has only grown in popularity over the years. The Aggieville Business Association doesn’t participate in Fake Patty’s Day festivities, but individual businesses in Aggieville can. Dennis Cook, director of the Aggieville Business Association has worked diligently with local police to make sure everyone Aggieville is as safe as can be. Health officials warn Kansans about prescribed burns, health effects “Whether you’re a local, whether you come and visit every once…

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee traveled to Eagle Pass, Texas this month on a plane owned by Gothams LLC – a private contractor who netted millions in Texas state contracts to facilitate Gov. Greg Abbott’s Operation Lone Star border security initiative. Lee’s flight was arranged by a nonprofit affiliated with the Republican Governors Association, of which Lee was elected chair in December, according to the governor’s office. The governor traveled to the border to join a coalition of 13 Republican governors “for a briefing on the crisis at our southern border” – the day before he presented his State of the State address. According to flight records, a Pilatus PC-24 business jet owned by security contractor Gothams LLC flew from Austin,…

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Some Kansas Citians are more focused on Super Bowl preps than Valentine’s Day shopping, and they’re probably not alone. But there are small business owners all over town ready to save the day. In Brookside, gifts that exude love for Kansas City are all the rage. Recipe: Crunchy chicken wings 3 ways And local small business owners have gotten into the spirit and created some really fun offerings for the upcoming holiday. Makers have created presents for sweethearts, children, and “Galentines.” From Taylor Swift-themed sweatshirts, earrings and friendship bracelets, to Travis and Taylor candles and stir sticks, to mugs, coasters and baseball hats. If its red, white or gold, its a big seller. The “A Store…

LAS VEGAS (AP) – Andra Day normally deals with with nervousness before any big show – especially in front of her peers. But the Grammy winner eventually leans on prayer to settle her anxiety. On Sunday, Day will certainly use the same approach before she graces the Super Bowl stage as a pregame performer. She’s set to perform ” Lift Every Voice and Sing ” ahead of the Kansas City Chiefs matchup against the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium. “I’m a praying person. I’m a deeply spiritual person. Prayer is huge,” the soul singer told The Associated Press Thursday afternoon. Along with Day’s performance, other pregame performers include country music star Reba McEntire who will sing the national anthem,…

Steve Marcus Las Vegas ranked No. 85 on a list of the best places to start a career for recent college graduates, according to personal finance website WalletHub. By Las Vegas Sun Staff (contact) Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023 | 2 a.m. *Second in a series You probably could have guessed: Of the 100 largest cities in the United States, Las Vegas came in at No. 1 in a ranking of the best places for recreation, according to personal finance website WalletHub. After all, there’s plenty of options here — from catching a Golden Knights or Raiders game, to taking in a show on the Strip, or making the short drive for a hiking trip to gorgeous Red Rock Canyon. WalletHub…

Jan. 5 — Logansport travels to Kokomo tonight to face the Wildkats for the final time in an NCC game. It’s a girls-boys doubleheader. The girls game gets underway at 6 p.m. at Memorial Gym, followed by the boys game at approximately 7:45. The Kokomo boys are ranked No. 10 in Class 4A and No. 9 in the coaches’ poll. The Wildkats (9-3, 2-0 NCC) are coming off a third-place showing at the Hall of Fame Classic at New Castle on Dec. 30, when they lost to Indianapolis Crispus Attucks 69-59 and beat Brownsburg 87-58. Attucks beat Brownstown Central 76-51 to win the event. Kokomo is led by Kansas recruit Flory Bidunga, a 6-foot-9 senior who is averaging 17 points,…

Chiefs. Brittany Mahomes involuntarily previews major struggle Patrick Mahomes will face in Chiefs vs Dolphins Private dining, folded handkerchiefs and fancy food: these are a few of the luxuries that Brittany Mahomes’ dogs get to enjoy on a daily basis thanks to their loving mother and their other esteemed provider, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. According to Brittany, the dogs, named Steel and Silver, start every day with a bowl of food from The Farmer’s Dog, which sells human-grade dog food. Mrs. Mahomes is a partner of the company. “Love the feeding station and dog area in your home – genius!” responded the top comment on Instagram of the dogs’ at-home dining set up, where they feast like royalty.…

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — December is by far the busiest time of the year for the United States Post Office. With just over a week until Christmas, it’s crunch time. Inside the USPS processing plant on Cleveland Avenue in Kansas City, Missouri, workers are processing millions of packages this holiday season. The magnificent history of the misunderstood fruitcake Nationwide they are processing more than 11 billion individual parcels. The post office is on track to break last year’s shipping records. Improvements to equipment and logistics have helped make the whole system more efficient this year. The post office has hired thousands of seasonal workers. Between mail carriers, processors, clerks and drivers, people are working nearly around the clock to ensure…

CUMBERLAND, Ga. — Beau Lunceford isn’t a baseball fan, but his favorite place to meet a new date is where the Atlanta Braves play. His dates are familiar with it: The Battery Atlanta, an entertainment district the Braves built along with a stadium six years ago in the suburbs. For a cold and wet December evening during baseball’s offseason, it was bustling. Lunceford, 32, started with a craft beer at Punch Bowl Social. He and his date could stay for bowling, karaoke, cornhole or billiards at the two-story hangout, or go eat at any of the 20 surrounding restaurants. If the vibe was right, they could ride the mechanical bull at a beer-branded country bar called PBR Atlanta. “I get…

KANSAS CITY, Kan. — Built in 1887, the Strawberry Hill Museum was once a family home and later an orphanage. From Thanksgiving through the middle of January, the historic Kansas City, Kansas house is dressed up for Christmas and open to the public for tours. Holiday foods can be toxic to pets, here’s what to do if Rover or Kitty eats them Each year, designers come in and decorate the Victorian-style mansion for the holidays. So that it’s different every year. “We have a family of volunteers that come in and turn it into old world Christmas,” said museum administrative director, Jobeth Nastav. “We are in ethnic cultural center so each ethnicity has their decorations for the holidays. Each of…

Jason Cardiff was a hands-on type of boss. The CEO of Redwood Scientific Technologies seemed to always be in the Upland, California, office, offering random compliments to staffers and sharing tips on how to sell the dissolvable oral film strips the company claimed were a remedy for smoking cessation, sexual dysfunction, and other health issues. “He had a romantic view when it came to selling,” Ryan Henry, who worked for Cardiff for two years, told The Daily Beast. “He was a good salesperson and taught me how to appeal to emotion when making a sale.” “Maybe that idealistic view is what got him in trouble,” he added. Federal authorities take a different view. They say Cardiff, who is set to…

NFL. Brittany Mahomes accused of betraying Taylor Swift by tipping off paparazzi Taylor Swift showed up in her 34th birthday in style, and fans are buzzing about a dazzling new accessory she showcased during the celebration. In photos from her N.Y.C. birthday bash, Swift flaunted a ring on her right, middle finger, drawing attention from pals Miles Teller and Keleigh Sperry. The statement piece features an oversized opal gemstone surrounded by a halo of dark gemstones, sparking speculation among Swifties that it could be a gift from her boyfriend, Travis Kelce. Despite Kelce’s absence at the birthday party, the couple previously celebrated Swift’s big day in Kansas City. The guest list for the N.Y.C. celebration included celebrities such as Blake…

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – It’s the season of giving, and no matter if it’s toys or food, many organizations across central Arkansas have been out helping families ahead of Christmas. Central Arkansas Salvation Army area commander Major Bill Mockabee said they’re glad their Angel Tree Distribution is helping so many families. “Our Angel Tree Distribution is where parents and guardians come to pick up the angels that we’ve collected that the community has been so generous in providing,” Mockabee said. Arkansas Martin Luther King Jr. Commission holds annual Christmas food giveaway Since September they have been preparing for their Angel Tree Distribution but were faced with some challenges. “One of the biggest challenges with our Angel Tree program is finding…

WASHINGTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Historic Hotels of America®, the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation for recognizing authentic historic hotels, offers travelers memorable ways to experience holiday traditions, many dating back decades, if not centuries. Gingerbread houses are a German creation, perhaps inspired by or popularized by the fairytale “Hansel and Gretel” in the early 1800s. Immigrants to the United States brought ginger and gingerbread traditions with them. As an art form for pastry chefs and a sweet treat for children, gingerbread decorating is a tradition to unite the generations, and gingerbread displays are the centerpieces of elegant lobbies at the world’s most prestigious hotels. Year after year, legendary hotels, resorts, and inns create magnificent gingerbread displays to delight…

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Ice skating, food, fun and a lot of Christmas cheer! The 13th annual holiday swing started this weekend. You can shop small and get all kinds of unique, handmade gifts. Kansas City G.I.F.T. hosts black business market for small business Saturday More than 80 Kansas City makers and artisans set up outside Crown Center near the ice rink and beneath the glow of the mayor’s Christmas tree. The Holiday Swing is a Kansas City tradition for many shoppers and Saturday night’s snow really put folks in the mood for Christmas. “It’s magical at crown center. It’s like a real-life Hallmark movie,” said Holiday Swing planner Katie Mabry. “We have the ice-skating rink we have cocoa’s and…

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Christmas is just around the corner, which means Santa is making his list and checking it twice. Thousands of kids are writing their wish lists or perhaps want to visit the jolly old elf himself this holiday season. Holiday Train returning to Union Station next week While there are plenty of one-time events where Santa stops by, we rounded up Saint Nick’s more long-term visits in the Kansas City area. Here are several Santa sightings across the metro: Santa is taking over his Winter Wonderland residence at Zona Rosa’s The Grove this holiday season. He’ll start accepting visitors Nov. 24 through Dec. 24. Families can make a reservation online, but walk-ins are also welcome. ‘World’s Longest…