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It’s Official: American Athletic Conference Rebuilding with 6 C-USA Schools

The American Athletic Conference is adding UAB, Texas-San Antonio, Rice, North Texas, Charlotte and Florida Atlantic to the league, replacing three schools that are leaving for the Big 12 Conference and growing to 14 teams. The AAC announced the additions on Thursday. “This is a strategic expansion that accomplishes a number of goals as we…more »

ODU President is Working to Salvage Conference USA, Bring in ‘Members of Regional Benefit’

Old Dominion University President Dr. Brian Hemphill says ODU is working to “ensure the long-term viability and attractiveness” of Conference USA after news broke Monday that six conference members are planning to depart for the American Athletic Conference (AAC). ESPN confirmed that UNC Charlotte, University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Rice, North Texas, University of…more »

You Can Order A Trio Of ‘Hocus Pocus’ Frapps From Starbucks Secret Menu

Get ready to run amuck, amuck, amuck with these Hocus Pocus inspired frapps from the Starbucks secret menu. Here’s how to order your own Frappuccino based on one (or all three) of the Sanderson sisters. Winifred:  Start with a green tea Frappuccino as the base. Ask for one pump of white mocha and one pump…more »

USPS, FedEx, UPS Release Holiday Shipping Deadlines

It’s almost time for holiday shopping and shipping!   If you have loved ones out of the area on your gift giving list, mark your calendars now for the following shipping deadlines. The United States Postal Service recently began slowing mail deliveries and says “the earlier you send, the better: Don’t delay, mail and ship today.”…more »

Brooklyn Nets Won’t Play Kyrie Irving Until He Meets Vaccine Requirement

The Brooklyn Nets announced Tuesday that Kyrie Irving will not play for the team until he is vaccinated. “Kyrie’s made it clear that he has a choice in this matter and it’s ultimately going to be up to him what he decides,” general manager Sean Marks said. “We respect the fact that he has a…more »

Young St. Louis Cardinals Fan Melts Adam Wainwright’s Heart With Donation

Over the weekend, the St. Louis Cardinals continued their winning streak in Chicago. Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright shared a story on Twitter about meeting a young fan, Emery, following the game and it “absolutely melted my heart.” Emery gave him a letter saying she was happy to meet him and congratulated him on his 2,000th…more »