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Farms attracting more people, revenue through agritainment

These days, visiting a farm is about more than going to see animals or shop for seasonal produce. Activities ranging from hayrides to haunted mazes to pumpkin picking are becoming more prevalent as more farms lean into “agritainment” or “agritourism,” the combination of agriculture and ...

After Charlie Kirk assassination, vigil calls for unity

As they do each Saturday, members of the Democratic Women of Fayette County ringed the sidewalks around the George C. Marshall Memorial Plaza in Uniontown, holding signs in an act of persuasion. But instead of political or policy goals, Saturday’s message had a simpler aim, though one much ...

50s Fest & Car Cruise brings ‘can’t miss’ fun to Waynesburg

WAYNESBURG – Much like rock ’n roll, the 50s Fest & Car Cruise is here to stay. Now in its 24th year, the annual festival brought classic cars and timeless tunes to downtown Waynesburg Saturday. It’s put on each year by the non-profit Waynesburg Prosperous & Beautiful, funded ...

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Taillon shines as Cubs shut out Pirates

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jameson Taillon allowed two hits in six innings, and Michael Busch and Pete Crow-Armstrong homered as the Chicago Cubs beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-0 on Monday night and got closer to clinching a postseason berth. Chicago (86-64) opened a four-game lead over San Diego for ...

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Steelers’ defense wants to smash the run. It’s getting smashed instead

By Will Graves AP Sports Writer PITTSBURGH — When the Pittsburgh Steelers' defense holds its first meeting during a game week, the first message it receives is always the same: Smash the run. It's a tenet that's been a part of the franchise's firmament for the vast majority of the last ...

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Waynesburg volleyball motivated by early playoff exit

After helping Waynesburg have an unbeaten regular season last year, Ani Cree had to take a seat on the bench for the playoffs. Cree was a transfer from Carmichaels and along with another transfer, Bailey Rafferty, a now graduated senior that came from Mapletown, she was ineligible for the ...

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OP-ED: Random thoughts about man’s stupidity

I am only 18 months away from turning 80, and truthfully, the way things are going, if seven more of my classmates pass away, I could end up being the valedictorian of my high school class. One thing I’ve consistently observed in life is the ongoing display of consistency that humankind ...

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Is too much screen time hurting kids’ development?

It’s back-to-school time, and this past summer’s hot weather may have kept you cooped up inside with air conditioning more than usual. That could lead to kids spending more time with electronics and in front of TV screens. Now, research published in both JAMA Pediatric and Psychology ...

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