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Six-time Olympic gold medalist Ryan Lochte is trading the pool deck for the coaching box, joining Missouri State University's swimming program this summer. The 12-time Olympic medalist wants to help the next generation of swimmers build confidence that reaches far beyond competition.
The sixth-seeded Missouri State Lady Bears pulled off a defensive masterclass, holding Louisiana Tech to just 12 second-half points to win the Conference USA Tournament championship 43-38. Despite going scoreless for nine minutes in the fourth quarter, the Bears' grit earned them a spot in the NCAA Tournament for the 18th time.
Olympic legend Ryan Lochte is trading the pool for the coaching deck at Missouri State University. The 12-time Olympic medalist will guide the next generation of swimmers starting this spring.
Fifty-five craft distilleries now operate across Missouri, generating over $150 million for the state economy and creating more than 1,400 jobs. Small towns like Rocheport are discovering that local distilleries attract visitors who spend the day exploring, dining, and supporting nearby businesses.
Fifth-seeded Michigan State overcame a halftime deficit and survived a last-second three-point attempt to edge 12th-seeded Colorado State 65-62 in the NCAA Tournament's opening round. Grace VanSlooten's double-double and Kennedy Blair's clutch shooting powered the Spartans' comeback despite facing an inspired underdog playing without their leading scorer.
South Carolina State University's championship victory earned more than a trophy—it made history. For the first time ever, an HBCU flag now flies over the State House dome.
Springfield's Discovery Center just became NASA's only STEM Innovation Hub in Missouri, bringing $250,000 and national curriculum reach. This partnership will train the next generation of space workers across four states.
Winston-Salem State's softball team is heading to the championship game after a thrilling 7-5 comeback victory over Bowie State. The Rams held off a fierce seventh-inning rally to secure their spot in Saturday's title game.
Alaska lawmakers are considering making the giant green cabbage the official state vegetable, honoring a farming tradition that produced a world record 138-pound head. The proposal celebrates the state's thriving agricultural community and its oversized produce champions.
Illinois State University just claimed its second consecutive Missouri Valley Conference All-Sports Championship, marking an incredible sixth win in seven years. The Redbirds' consistent excellence across 14 different sports proves that building a culture of success creates lasting results.
For the first time ever, a historically Black college's flag waves over South Carolina's State House. The honor celebrates South Carolina State University's thrilling championship victory and marks a powerful moment of recognition.
South Carolina State University made history twice this week: winning the HBCU national championship and becoming the first historically black college to fly its flag over the State House. A victory parade Wednesday will celebrate both milestones.
Down by five entering the fourth quarter, Fayetteville State women's basketball stormed back to defeat Bowie State 49-46 and earn a spot in Saturday's CIAA Championship. The Broncos held their opponents scoreless for the final four minutes in a defensive masterclass.
Farmington School District students swept awards across athletics, arts, and academics this year, including their first state dance championship since 2019. The school board also honored 12 retiring educators who shaped countless young lives. #
Veterans and first responders in Gladstone, Missouri, now have access to free, cutting-edge brain treatment for PTSD and depression. The new clinic opens as Missouri faces the nation's highest veteran suicide rate.
Kaduna State has earned Nigeria's third-best state ranking and a four-star rating from an independent performance assessment. The recognition reflects real improvements in governance, healthcare, education, and citizen services across the northern Nigerian state.
Thousands of fans flooded Bozeman's Main Street to celebrate Montana State's dramatic overtime victory for the FCS national championship. The 35-34 win over Illinois State marked the Bobcats' first football title in 42 years and brought an entire state together in blue and gold.
A 16-day celebration bringing all 50 states and six U.S. territories together will transform Washington D.C.'s National Mall this June. The Great American State Fair marks 250 years of American history with a 110-foot Ferris wheel, state pavilions, and cultural exhibits stretching from the Capitol to the Washington Monument.
Nigeria's Pharmaceutical Society is celebrating Adamawa State's healthcare overhaul as a blueprint for the nation. The rare recognition highlights infrastructure improvements and patient-focused reforms transforming one of Nigeria's northeastern states.
Bank employees in West Plains, Missouri, give up $2 per paycheck so local students can chase their dreams. This year, five graduating seniors each received $2,000 to pursue careers in healthcare and engineering.
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