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Get Face-to-Face With Predators! Inside Lion & Hyena Ridge at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Face-to-face with Africa’s most iconic predators! Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has officially opened Lion & Hyena Ridge—its newest and most ambitious animal habitat expansion in over a decade! Spanning nearly 38,000 square feet, this state-of-the-art habitat brings guests closer than…

Detroit Tigers call up Franklin product Max Clark following a strong July

Detroit Tigers top prospect Max Clark is set to make his Major League Baseball debut this Friday, July 31, against the Oakland Athletics.

Lab Test Confirmation: Fentanyl and Synthetic Marijuana Found on Paper Seized at Mid-State Correctional Facility

Lab tests confirmed that paper seized from two inmates at Mid-State Correctional Facility contained fentanyl and synthetic marijuana.

Remsen Resident Leads NY Air Guard's 224th Security Forces Squadron at Rome's Eastern Air Defense Sector

A Remsen native has taken command of the New York Air Guard's 224th Security Forces Squadron at the Eastern Air Defense Sector in Rome.

Former President Barack Obama to Speak at Colgate University

Colgate University will host former President Barack Obama for a special conversation during Family Weekend.

State Police Need Help IDing Woman in Reported New Hartford Card Fraud

A woman is suspected of using stolen credit and debit cards to make fraudulent purchases at businesses in the Town of New Hartford.

Water Safari Celebrates 70th Anniversary Aug. 7

Water Safari is marking its 70th anniversary with a one-day birthday celebration featuring giveaways, treats and special events for guests of all ages.

Colts cornerback Charvarius Ward opens up on decision to return this season

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Colts cornerback Charvarius Ward was close to retiring after last season. He came to the Colts in free agency ahead of the 2025 season. He left the San Francisco 49ers after his daughter, Amani, passed away in October 2024. Then last season, Ward had three…

Clearwater to discuss Landings Golf Club proposal next month

What's the 'best' state in the US? See where Indiana ranks in 2026 report

U.S. News' 2026 state rankings see Utah in the top spot, while South Dakota and Minnesota in the top three.

Indiana Pacers bringing back pinstripe jerseys ahead of 2026-27 NBA season

The jerseys come with the traditional pinstripes running up and down, along with a tribute to Bobby Leonard with "BOOM BABY!" included at the bottom.

The Scoop: Thur. July 30, 2026, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF

Florida executes two prisoners, The New College Foundation Board votes and Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge