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Comedy legends Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence are celebrating a new bond—they're now co-grandparents. Their kids just welcomed baby Ari Skye, marking a heartwarming milestone for both Hollywood families.
More than 1,000 volunteers will gather on September 19 to remove litter from Martin County's beaches and waterways as part of a global coastal cleanup effort. For over 30 years, Keep Martin Beautiful has coordinated this annual event that protects marine life and turns trash data into worldwide conservation solutions.
High schoolers in Lawrence showcased yearlong projects in eight career pathways, from raising chicks to creating simulated medical wounds. The expo proves hands-on learning makes education stick when students don't even realize they're learning.
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Thousands of volunteers build nest boxes for purple martins, saving North America's largest swallow from extinction through one of conservation's most direct human-wildlife partnerships. In British Columbia alone, dedicated "landlords" grew the population from just five nesting pairs in the 1980s to 1,200 pairs today.
Former Iowa basketball star Kate Martin is back on track with the LA Sparks after recovering from a quad injury that sidelined her in April. The 25-year-old guard signed to the team's development pool just days after being waived by Golden State.
Ricky Martin penned an emotional open letter celebrating Bad Bunny's three Grammy wins, including the first-ever Album of the Year for a fully Spanish-language album. The heartfelt message honors the Puerto Rican star for achieving global success without compromising his identity.
Florida voters approved a half-cent sales tax in 2024 to save natural lands, and it's working faster than expected. Martin County has already protected more than 2,000 acres and plans to double that next year.
After a challenging 2025 season filled with crashes and injuries, former champion Jorge Martín delivered a stunning comeback victory at the French Grand Prix. The Aprilia rider overtook his teammate in the final three laps to claim his first win since capturing the 2024 championship.
Lawrence Tech is launching a Healthy Aging Innovation Center to help seniors live independently at home through smart technology and human-centered design. The free April 10 event will showcase innovations that make aging safer and more dignified.
A simple direct message turned into a once-in-a-lifetime moment when global music stars Ed Sheeran and Martin Garrix surprised a Chicago couple at their wedding reception. The bride's brother sent a DM asking the artists to attend, and they actually showed up.
After languishing at the back of the grid all season, Aston Martin's major upgrade brought fresh hope to the Hungarian Grand Prix. The struggling team closed a four-second gap to just three seconds in a single day, marking their first step toward competitiveness.
Lawrence's environmental board is championing a policy that would require landlords to share energy efficiency data publicly, helping renters see the true cost before signing a lease. The push comes as the city rethinks its ambitious clean energy goals.
After months of dedication, a Lawrence County veteran is graduating from a specialized treatment program that offers veterans a path to recovery instead of incarceration. Cory Alan Jacks will be honored at the court's third graduation ceremony on February 26.
Seventy-something Martin O'Neill returned to Celtic after 20 years and turned chaos into championship glory. The manager won seven straight games to overcome a five-point deficit and claim the Scottish Premiership title on the final day.
Volunteers are transforming a downtown Lawrence parking lot into a 4,000-plant native prairie where anyone can experience Kansas ecosystems without leaving the city. The free space opens this October with walking paths, educational gardens, and seasonal community workdays.
Artist Shantell Martin's TED Talk reveals how drawing became her path to creative freedom and self-determination. Her message about using art to break boundaries is resonating with thousands online.
A Sioux Falls man who beat stage four cancer at 37 is now guiding others through their darkest moments. Chris Lawrence's nonprofit ministry offers emotional tools and spiritual support to patients and families nationwide.
After years of coming close, Australian rider Hunter Lawrence finally claimed his first premier-class motocross title in a dramatic season-long battle with his brother. The siblings traded the championship lead six times before Hunter sealed the deal at Indiana's season finale.
The Lawrence Bulldogs turned an 11-2 hole into a dominant 52-41 state championship win, holding Oceanside to just 12 second-half points. Senior Maddie Provost scored 19 points and grabbed 14 rebounds to lead her undersized team to victory.
A 17-year-old snowboarder from Vail just became the only American to qualify for the men's big air finals at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. Ollie Martin will compete for a medal Saturday morning, representing his Colorado hometown on the world's biggest stage.
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