Westview High School Girls Lacrosse team forms a strong bond that extends beyond the field

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WALLA WALLA, Wash. — Golf’s “longest day” lived up to its name Monday as 41 players battled for two spots in next week’s U.S. Open at Oakmont during a 36-hole final qualifier at Wine Valley Golf Club. Former Spokane Falls Community College standout Brady Calkins and Indiana amateur Matt Vogt punched their tickets to Oakmont, […]

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June 3, 2025

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WALLA WALLA, Wash. — Golf’s “longest day” lived up to its name Monday as 41 players battled for two spots in next week’s U.S. Open at Oakmont during a 36-hole final qualifier at Wine Valley Golf Club.

Former Spokane Falls Community College standout Brady Calkins and Indiana amateur Matt Vogt punched their tickets to Oakmont, both emerging from the same grouping to secure the coveted spots.

Calkins, who turned pro after one year at Spokane Falls, finished at 7-under. On the final hole, he stuck his approach on the green and calmly two-putted for par to lock in his second career U.S. Open appearance.

Vogt, the medalist at 8-under, also secured his spot with a routine par on No. 18 to clinch his first trip to the major championship stage.

Several local names made a push, including Gonzaga’s Guillermo Bodart, who drained a 17-foot birdie putt on the 18th, and Washington State’s Drayton Joseph, who holed a 15-foot birdie after escaping a greenside bunker.

Calkins and Vogt will now head east to join golf’s biggest names at Oakmont next week for the 125th U.S. Open.

For the full results of the U.S. Open Final Qualifying at Wine Valley, click here.

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Marias River rescue highlights Toole County's swift response

On May 31, 2025, a 911 text from a stranded floater on the Marias River prompted a swift response from the Toole County Sheriff’s Office. TOOLE COUNTY, Mont. – On May 31, 2025, a 911 text from a stranded floater on the Marias River prompted a swift response from the Toole County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff […]

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June 3, 2025

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Marias River rescue highlights Toole County's swift response

On May 31, 2025, a 911 text from a stranded floater on the Marias River prompted a swift response from the Toole County Sheriff’s Office.

TOOLE COUNTY, Mont. – On May 31, 2025, a 911 text from a stranded floater on the Marias River prompted a swift response from the Toole County Sheriff’s Office.

Sheriff Tyler Padilla reported that deputies quickly located the initial pair of floaters, who had been separated from three others. The three stranded individuals, found on an island with minimal clothing and no gear, were rescued by Toole County Search and Rescue at approximately 3:30 a.m.

Sheriff Padilla praised the deputies and volunteers, stating, “The training and resources Toole County Search and Rescue provided ensured a safe and positive outcome for all involved.”

The collaboration of deputies and the use of technology played a crucial role in the rescue, emphasizing the community’s commitment to safety and prompt emergency response.

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Erlanger conversation highlights the need to change narrative around addiction

ERLANGER, Ky. — In a recent community conversation on addiction held at the Erlanger branch of the Kenton County Library, David McDonald from Brightview emphasized the urgent need to change the prevailing narrative surrounding the addiction crisis. “We need to change our minds,” McDonald said. “We need to change the narrative on what addiction is, […]

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June 3, 2025

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Erlanger conversation highlights the need to change narrative around addiction

“We need to change our minds,” McDonald said. “We need to change the narrative on what addiction is, who’s suffering with it, and how we’re treating it because we can’t do it alone.”

McDonald, who has a background in television news, highlighted the critical role the media plays in addressing addiction.

“The more we get it out there, I think that’s a big way that especially the media can help fight this issue,” McDonald said, underscoring the significance of open dialogue and education in combating stigma.

Good Morning Tri-State anchor Adrian Whitsett echoed this sentiment, stressing the necessity of involving those who understand the complexities of addiction in public discussions.

“I think that’s part of this conversation, right?” Whitsett said. “The more that we talk about it, the better people understand the reality.”

He pointed out that hearing firsthand accounts from individuals who have experienced addiction can provide an invaluable perspective.

The discussion centered not only on recovery solutions but also on reducing the stigma surrounding addiction.

See a recap of the community conversation on addiction and recovery in the video player below:

Erlanger community conversation highlights the need to change narrative around addiction

Community pharmacist Jordan raised concerns about biases prevalent both in society and within the healthcare system.

“Can we also talk about health care bias?” Jordan asked, highlighting how this bias can impact patients seeking help. “I have a patient demographic that is very at risk. I see repeat patients who won’t go to the points of access of care, won’t go to emergency rooms because they feel like they’re going to be turned away,” she said.

“I encounter a patient demographic that is very at risk. I see repeat patients who won’t go to points of access for care, like emergency rooms, because they fear they’ll be turned away,” Jordan explained.

At WCPO 9, we are committed to sharing more stories and reshaping how addiction is perceived and discussed in our community. We believe there is significant potential to foster greater understanding and support for those struggling with addiction.

community conversation served as a call to action, urging everyone to come together, share their stories, and advocate for systemic changes that address the stigma attached to addiction.

“The more that we talk about it, the better people understand the reality,” said Whitsett, encouraging everyone to engage in these crucial dialogues.

As the event concluded, it was evident that a collective effort to shift the narrative around addiction is essential.

Only through understanding, empathy and open communication can our community make meaningful strides in tackling this pressing issue. The voices and experiences shared during this gathering marked a crucial step toward recognizing the complexities of addiction and highlighting the importance of comprehensive support for those affected.

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Garden City (N.Y.) Lone Newcomer in High School Boys' National Top 25

Regional Rankings Northeast Top 10 Week 11 1. Loomis Chaffee (Conn.), 16-1 (1) 2. St. Anthony’s (N.Y.), 13-4 (2) 3. Chaminade (N.Y.), 14-2 (3) 4. Salisbury (Conn.), 13-4 (4) 5. Brunswick (Conn.), 14-3 (5)6. Half Hollow Hills (N.Y.), 19-0 (6) 7. Choate (Conn.), 11-5 (7) 8. Garden City (N.Y.), 15-2 (10) 9. Ridgefield (Conn.), 16-3 (NR) 10. Belmont Hill (Mass.), 15-3 (NR) Mid-Atlantic […]

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Garden City (N.Y.) Lone Newcomer in High School Boys' National Top 25

Regional Rankings

Northeast Top 10
Week 11

1. Loomis Chaffee (Conn.), 16-1 (1)
2. St. Anthony’s (N.Y.), 13-4 (2)
3. Chaminade (N.Y.), 14-2 (3)
4. Salisbury (Conn.), 13-4 (4)
5. Brunswick (Conn.), 14-3 (5)
6. Half Hollow Hills (N.Y.), 19-0 (6)
7. Choate (Conn.), 11-5 (7)
8. Garden City (N.Y.), 15-2 (10)
9. Ridgefield (Conn.), 16-3 (NR)
10. Belmont Hill (Mass.), 15-3 (NR)

Mid-Atlantic Top 10
Week 13

1. Calvert Hall (Md.), 16-2 (1)
2. Archbishop Spalding (Md.), 18-2 (2)
3. Lawrenceville (N.J.), 17-3 (3)
4. Delbarton (N.J.), 18-2 (4)
5. McDonogh (Md.), 12-6 (5)
6. Haverford School (Pa.), 17-4 (6)
7. Malvern Prep (Pa.), 18-8 (7)
8. Boys’ Latin (Md.), 13-5 (8)
9. Landon (Md.), 18-1 (9)
10. Seton Hall Prep (N.J.), 16-3 (10)

South Top 10
Week 12

1. Benjamin (Fla.), 24-1 (1)
2. IMG Academy (Fla.), 15-3 (2)
3. Highland Park (Texas), 19-3 (3)
4. Episcopal Dallas (Texas), 19-3 (4)
5. St. Thomas Aquinas (Fla.), 21-3 (5)
6. Lake Mary (Fla.), 19-1 (6)
7. Lambert (Ga.), 22-0 (7)
8. St. Andrew’s (Fla.), 18-7 (8)
9. Lucy Beckham (S.C.), 17-3 (9)
10. The Woodlands (Texas), 12-5 (10)

Midwest Top 10
Week 12

1. Culver Academy (Ind.), 15-2 (1)
2. Western Reserve (Ohio), 15-6 (2)
3. St. Xavier (Ohio), 17-2 (3)
4. Detroit Catholic Central (Mich.), 22-0 (6)
5. Dublin Jerome (Ohio), 16-6 (NR)
6. Olentangy Liberty (Ohio), 19-3 (4)
7. Worthington Kilbourne (Ohio), 19-3 (8)
8. Upper Arlington (Ohio), 14-8 (5)
9. Brother Rice (Mich.), 17-5 (7)
10. Edina (Minn.), 13-1 (9)

West Top 10
Week 13

1. Cherry Creek (Colo.), 19-0 (1)
2. Loyola-Los Angeles (Calif.), 21-3 (2)
3. Torrey Pines (Calif.), 15-5 (3)
4. Sacred Heart Prep (Calif.), 17-7 (4)
5. Valor Christian (Colo.), 16-3 (5)
6. St. Ignatius (Calif.), 21-4 (6)
7. Marin Catholic (Calif.), 21-5 (7)
8. Eastlake (Wash.), 15-3 (8)
9. La Costa Canyon (Calif.), 12-7 (9)
10. Jesuit Portland (Ore.), 17-1 (10)