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- 1St John's photographer shares defiant 'Not the 51st state' message●untitled St John's, Newfoundland, Canada (Not the 51st state - not now, not ever!) August 2025 https://jamescoughlan.ca
An Ottawa-based photographer captured a scene in St John's, Newfoundland carrying the message 'Not the 51st state - not now, not ever!' in August 2025 and shared it online. The slogan pushes back against recurring suggestions that Canada could become the 51st US state, a idea that has circulated in North American political debate and drawn strong opposition from Canadians who defend their country's sovereignty.
- 2Heavy Rains Force Weekend Closure of Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive▼Heavy rains forcing closure of Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive this weekend
Heavy rains are forcing the closure of the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive in Central Florida this weekend. Officials with the St. Johns River Water Management District closed the popular scenic route, which winds through wetlands north of Lake Apopka and draws birdwatchers and photographers, because flooding makes the unpaved road impassable or unsafe. Visitors are being told to plan around the shutdown until conditions improve.
- 3Governor's forum held at St. John Missionary Baptist Church▼Photos from governor's forum at St. John Missionary Baptist Church
A governor's forum was held at St. John Missionary Baptist Church, with photographs from the event published by The Oklahoman. The gathering brought the governor before a church audience, a common format in Oklahoma where candidates and officeholders address community and faith-based congregations. Details of what was discussed at the forum have not been widely reported, and the photos are the main record of the event so far.
- 4St. John's Men's Golf Completes Nemacolin Collegiate Invitational▼Men’s Golf Wraps Play at Nemacolin Collegiate Invitational
St. John's University men's golf team has finished competition at the Nemacolin Collegiate Invitational. The university's athletics program announced the conclusion of play at the collegiate tournament, though final standings and individual results were not detailed in the announcement.
- 5Broadway's Dolly Parton Musical Announces Hand-Picked Cast●Dolly Parton's hand-picked cast for Broadway's "Dolly: A True Original Musical" has been announced: Katie Rose Clark, Ca
Dolly Parton has personally selected the cast for "Dolly: A True Original Musical" ahead of its Broadway run. Katie Rose Clark, Carrie St. John and Norah Nunes will portray Parton at different stages of her life, with John Behlmann cast as her husband Carl Dean and Gabriel Ebert as country star Porter Wagoner. The announcement has drawn attention from musical theatre fans and country music audiences.
- 6Jackson church and neighborhood group host National Night Out event●GALLERY - The Pecan Tree Park Neighborhood Association and Lynch Street CME Church hosted a National Night Out event at Lynch Street CME Church at 2175 John R. Lynch St in Jackson
The Pecan Tree Park Neighborhood Association and Lynch Street CME Church held a National Night Out event at Lynch Street CME Church, 2175 John R. Lynch St, in Jackson, Mississippi. The gathering, documented in a photo gallery by the Jackson Advocate, brought neighbors together as part of the annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.
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A fire has caused damage to St. John's Missionary Baptist Church in Hanceville, Alabama. Details on the extent of the damage, any injuries, and the cause of the blaze have not yet been released. The congregation and local community are awaiting further information as authorities assess the scene.
- 8St. John's University Alumna Wins $20,000 Small Business Grant▼Alumna Awarded $20,000 Small Business Grant
A St. John's University alumna has been awarded a $20,000 small business grant, according to an announcement from the university. The funding is intended to support her entrepreneurial venture, though the university has not publicly detailed her name, business, or the grant program behind the award. The announcement highlights the school's alumni success stories.
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St. John Fisher University's women's golf team won the Nazareth Fall Invite, taking the team title at the tournament hosted by Nazareth College. The victory marks a strong result for the Cardinals in their fall schedule. Athletics announced the win, though detailed scores and individual performances were not included in the announcement.
- 10Fire Under Investigation at Hanceville Baptist Church▼Fire at St. John Missionary Baptist Church Under Investigation in Hanceville
A fire broke out at St. John Missionary Baptist Church in Hanceville, Alabama, and investigators are working to determine what caused it. Authorities have not said whether the blaze was accidental or deliberately set. Local ABC affiliate WBMA reported the story, and residents are awaiting updates on damage and the church's condition.
- 11Friends of the Virgin Islands National Park releases Project Tektite film▼FriendsVINP Produces ‘Project Tektite – America’s Undersea Space Program’
Friends of the Virgin Islands National Park has produced a new documentary, 'Project Tektite – America's Undersea Space Program', revisiting the 1969–70 NASA-backed experiments in which aquanauts lived on the ocean floor near St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The program trained astronauts for space-like conditions underwater and remains a notable chapter in the park's history.
- 12Firefighters rescue hawk from storm drain during heavy rain●Watch: St. Johns County Fire Rescue saves hawk from storm drain during heavy rain
St. Johns County Fire Rescue crews rescued a hawk that became trapped in a storm drain during heavy rainfall in northeast Florida. Footage released by Action News Jax shows firefighters working in the rain to free the bird, which was pulled out and apparently unharmed. The rescue drew attention for its unusual subject, with viewers praising responders for taking time to save the raptor during a storm.
- 13St. John’s Red Storm assessed in Big East summer outlook▼2026-27 Big East Men’s Basketball Summer Vibe Check: St. John’s Red Storm
A summer preview of St. John’s men’s basketball for the 2026-27 season is drawing attention as part of a series evaluating the Big East’s outlook ahead of the new campaign. The piece examines the Red Storm’s current position in the conference as fans and analysts weigh expectations for the upcoming college basketball season.
- 14No ruling yet in St. John's forward Babacar Sane eligibility case▼No decision reached in Babacar Sane eligibility case, St. John’s forward can play first two regular season games
St. John's forward Babacar Sane remains in limbo after no decision was reached in his eligibility case, though he has been cleared to play in the Red Storm's first two regular season games. The matter will presumably be resolved later, leaving questions about his availability beyond those opening contests.
- 15Fire damages St. John's Baptist Church in Hanceville▼Fire damages St. John’s Baptist Church in Hanceville
A fire has damaged St. John's Baptist Church in Hanceville, Alabama. Details on the cause of the blaze and the extent of the damage have not yet been released, and it is not known whether anyone was injured. Local news coverage of the fire has drawn attention to the congregation, which now faces the task of assessing the damage and beginning recovery for the church building.
- 16St John's Faces Seton Hall at Madison Square Garden●Bball (St John’s vs Seton Hall Pirates) #basketball #sports #newyork #nyc #photography 📍Madison Square Garden, New York,
St John's took on the Seton Hall Pirates in a college basketball matchup at Madison Square Garden in New York City on 1 March 2025. The Big East rivalry game drew attention in the basketball-mad New York market, with photos from the arena being shared among sports fans.
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St. John Baptist Church held a tribute honoring Rev. Dr. A. Edward Davis, Jr., as reported by the Chicago Defender. The recognition celebrates the pastor's service and contributions to the congregation and wider community. Details about the ceremony, its date, and those in attendance were not included in the coverage.
- 18Aurora Science & Tech Faces St. John Paul the Great in Volleyball●Aurora Science & Tech vs. St. John Paul the Great: Colorado High School Girls Volleyball, Oct. 16, 2026
Aurora Science & Tech is set to take on St. John Paul the Great in a Colorado high school girls volleyball matchup scheduled for October 16, 2026. The fixture is listed by CHSAANow, the outlet covering Colorado high school sports. Fans are following the matchup as part of the fall volleyball season schedule.
- 19St. John's Basketball Makes Interesting Captain Decision●St. John's Basketball Make Interesting Decision With One Captain
St. John's basketball has made an interesting decision regarding one of its team captains, according to a Yahoo Sports report. Details of what the decision involves and which captain is affected have not been disclosed in the available reporting. The move is drawing attention as the program's offseason continues.