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We live in interesting times, some might call them chaotic or tumultuous times, and we wouldn’t disagree. But as crazy as the past few days have felt, this is far from the most interesting period in our country’s relatively short history, and we think it’s important to keep that in mind, especially at a time when big news is making it feel like the ground is shaking beneath our feet. That being said, if you’re feeling like the events unfolding on the national stage have been a series of dramatic changes, you’re not alone. Think about everything that has happened…
Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced that operation GÜRZ-2 had been carried out against a terrorist group in rural areas of Syrt’s Pervali district, resulting in the neutralization of four terrorists, two in orange and two in grey. Minister Yerikaya shared details of the operation on his social media account X.Minister Erica, who shared the report with the title “Four terrorists neutralised”, used the following statement:Operation “GÜRZ-2” took place in rural areas of Pervali district, Syrt province.🟧 Two of them are orange,⬜️ Total members of the separatist terrorist organization (BTÖ), two of whom are in the grey category. Four terrorists were…
According to information shared by Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya, the operation was conducted under the command and control of the Public Security Forces Command, in coordination with the Gendarmerie General Command Intelligence Directorate and TEM Division. As a result of intelligence investigations conducted by the Şirt, Şırnak and Van Provincial Gendarmerie Commands, the “Gürz-2” operation was carried out in the Pervali countryside. With the support of Air Force Command aircraft, ATAK attack helicopters and J-SİHA, hot contacts were established between the Gendarmerie Special Operations Unit (JÖH), Gendarmerie Special Security Command (JÖAK), Gendarmerie commando teams and security personnel and terrorists. Terrorists…
Sentinel photo by JANA STEVENSArtist Aubrey Kirkland explains the origins of the murals that tell the historic story of Old Town Cemetery. LEWISTOWN — Old Town Cemetery is a cornerstone of the local community’s history, and artist Aubrey Kirkland plans to tell the story of the cemetery and the area in an extensive mural due for completion around August this year. “I’ve been working with the historical society to make sure everything is accurate,” Kirkland said of the Mifflin County Historical Society. Kirkland has painted the rich story of Mifflin County on the outward-facing wall on…
CC Sabathia spent a lot of time with Derek Jeter and learned that the Hall of Fame shortstop was pretty superstitious — or, in Sabathia’s words, “super, super superstitious.” Asked to share his favorite Jeter story on “6-1-1,” a new MLB.com podcast hosted by former Phillies stars Ryan Howard and Jimmy Rollins, Sabathia delivered a masterful answer. Sabathia, who played for the Yankees from 2009 until the end of his illustrious career in 2019, recalled a time when the team was in Kansas City to face the Royals. The left-handed pitcher invited Jeter to lunch at Peachtree Cafeteria, a local,…
Devastating fire destroys downtown Lewisburg — Aug. 3, 1897 The following events occurred on these dates in West Virginia history: For more information, see e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclopedia at www.wvencyclopedia.org. July 28, 1915: Frankie Yankovic is born in Davis, Tucker County. Yankovic did more to popularize polka music than any other performer. July 29, 1873: Malcolm Malachi “Mac” Day is born. As sheriff of McDowell County, he claimed to be commanded by God to enforce Prohibition and arrested his uncle and his own son. July 29-31, 1915: Camp Good Luck, believed to be the world’s…
The documentary “Poisoned: The Dirty Truth About Your Food” has been nominated for an Emmy Award in the Outstanding Current Affairs Documentary category. The win underscores the impact of the film, which will premiere on Netflix on August 2, 2023, and sheds light on important issues surrounding food safety in the United States. Based on Jeff Benedict’s best-selling book, “Poisoned: The True Story of the Deadly E. Coli Outbreak That Changed the Way Americans Eat,” this documentary depicts a shocking exposé that has resonated with consumers, the food industry, regulators and politicians. The film’s nomination underscores the relevance and urgency…
SALT LAKE CITY — Former Utah State Aggies and current Packers quarterback Jordan Love signed a four-year, $220 million contract extension Friday to remain in Green Bay. The deal puts him in a tie for the highest-paid quarterbacks in NFL history. BREAKING: Packers and QB Jordan Love agree to $220 million, four-year contract extension, becoming the highest-paid quarterback in NFL history. (via @RapSheet) pic.twitter.com/eNBiUG0eqj — NFL (@NFL) July 27, 2024 Love’s absence from the first week of camp was enough for the two sides to reach an agreement that would see the former Aggies earn $55 million annually, matching the…
DULUTH, Minn. — An Iowa man rode his bike more than 550 miles to Duluth to raise money for a local cafe fighting food insecurity. Barry Schreier began his journey at the University of Iowa. Barry Schreier is a professor of psychology at the University of Iowa. For the past seven years, Schreier has traveled across the United States for various charitable causes. This year, he partnered with Agape Cafe, an Iowa City staple that has been providing free hot breakfasts to homeless and food insecure people for the past 30 years. “I live in an area where there’s a…
Throughout college football history, some walk-ons have gone on to become NFL stars, first overall picks, Heisman Trophy winners and some of the greatest players of all time. A proposed overhaul of college football rosters would reduce roster sizes from 120 to 105 players while keeping all players on scholarship, meaning the idea of walk-ons as we know them may become a thing of the past. Here are three of the greatest walk-ons in Big 12 Conference history. 3. Adam Archuleta, LB, Arizona State: Archuleta enrolled as a walk-on at Arizona State and was a two-time All-Pac-10 selection and was…