‘He was loved by so many” | Vilonia community reflects on late Coppers State basketball player Ethan Dietz

Vilonia native Ethan Dietz passed away Tuesday morning after sustaining an injury during his basketball game over the weekend. VILONIA, Ark. — Ask anyone in Vilonia about Ethan Dietz, and you’ll hear the same sentiment. “He was one who was always ready to go, ready to help,” Erin Rappold, former teacher and family friend, said. … Read more

‘He was loved by so many’ | Vilonia community reflects on loss of late Connors State basketball player

Vilonia native Ethan Dietz passed away Tuesday morning after sustaining an injury during his basketball game over the weekend. VILONIA, Ark. — Ask anyone in Vilonia about Ethan Dietz, and you’ll hear the same sentiment. “He was one who was always ready to go, ready to help,” Erin Rappold, former teacher and family friend, said. … Read more

Fox scores 37 points to lead Spurs past Trail Blazers 115-102 in NBA Cup game

De’Aaron Fox also had eight assists as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Portland Trail Blazers, 115-102, in an NBA Cup group stage game. PORTLAND, Ore.(AP) — De’Aaron Fox had 37 points and eight assists as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 115-102 on Wednesday night in an NBA Cup group stage … Read more

Is Jerry Jones’ roster strategy maximizing Dak Prescott? That’s the goal, at least

Jerry Jones’ strategic roster moves redefine the Cowboys’ potential, focusing on a fortified interior to maximize Dak Prescott’s prime. Will these changes work? DALLAS — There is a singular player whose name is repeatedly mentioned when discussing the Cowboys’ trade and team-building philosophies with owner and general manager Jerry Jones: Quarterback Dak Prescott. “Everything we’re … Read more

Search for Cowboys’ Marshawn Kneeland included 160 mph chase, drone and K-9s, records show

Newly obtained DPS video shows us the chain of events that unfolded the night Dallas Cowboys Marshawn Kneeland died. DALLAS — After a vehicle pursuit of Dallas Cowboys’ Marshawn Kneeland reached speeds of up to 160 mph, a frantic search for the NFL player included Texas state troopers firing pepper balls into drainage tunnels and officers … Read more

Spurs’ Julian Champagnie out to show he is more than a sharpshooter

San Antonio Spurs’ Julian Champagnie is emerging as a versatile asset, enhancing his all-around game. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio Spurs‘ Julian Champagnie is the team’s marksman from the three-point line, connecting on 38% from beyond the arc, the second-highest of his career. His role on the team is to be ready to shoot the … Read more