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A super PAC listing this Wasilla office space as its address is boosting a Green Party and fringe Democratic Party candidate in Alaska’s U.S. Senate race. (Amy Bushatz/Mat-Su Sentinel)
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Richard Grayson lives in Arizona and has been a fringe candidate in a number of federal elections. That includes in New York, where records show he’s established campaign committees named “The Leopards Eating People’s Faces Party Supports NY-21 Write-In Candidate Richard Grayson,” and “Write In Richard Grayson New York’s Cutest Communist.”
This year, Grayson is on the ballot in Alaska’s U.S. Senate race, where two heavyweights, Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan and Democrat Mary Peltola, are running in a contest that could help decide control of the chamber.
And now, two weeks before the primary election determines which four candidates advance to the general, Grayson, who’s running under the Green Party label, is getting an unexpected boost: A new super PAC has spent more than $100,000 on his behalf.
Fair Deal Alaska registered with federal campaign finance regulators a few days ago and lists as an address a suite in a Wasilla office building that offers “virtual office and mail services.”
In multiple filings with the Federal Election Commission, it has since reported spending some $180,000 on mailers, phone calls and other media supporting Grayson — as well as roughly the same amount on behalf of another Democrat in the race, Carol Hafner, who lists a South Dakota campaign address and uses a New York City phone number.
Neither Grayson nor Hafner responded to requests for comment Saturday. (Grayson did write a letter to the Fairbanks Daily News-Miner in June saying that the temperature in August in his Arizona town rises to 114 F, and that “just as our town is filled with seasonal residents from Alaska and other northern climes, I now have a good excuse to visit my snowbird neighbors and mooch off them for a while.”)
The apparent purpose of the spending on the two fringe candidates is boosting Hafner or Grayson onto the general election ballot, where either of them could pull a small number of votes from Peltola and potentially tip the race toward Sullivan. Fair Deal Alaska is also spending more than $65,000 on mailers opposing Peltola, according to its disclosures.
A similar group, Right for Alaska, has taken a similar strategy to boost candidates who could pull votes from Sullivan — supported by a six-figure contribution from a retired surgeon in Massachusetts, William Harris.
The group last week spent more than $250,000 on print ads opposing Sullivan, the incumbent Republican, and the same amount boosting lesser known candidates who, if they advance to the general election, could pull votes from him.
“They’re just trying to get some people in there to dilute either the Democratic vote that Mary’s going to get, or dilute the Republican vote that Daniel S. Sullivan is going to get,” said Jim Lottsfeldt, a longtime Alaska strategist who’s worked with candidates of both parties. “It’s just a tactic.”
The political operative who filed Right for Alaska’s paperwork with the Federal Election Commission, Thomas Datwyler, did not respond to requests for comment. Harris, the surgeon who contributed $100,000 to the group, declined to comment.
Fair Deal Alaska, the group opposing Peltola, did not respond to an email sent to the address it registered with the commission. Its listed address in Wasilla also hosts a gun shop, Arctic Ammo and Reloading Supplies; signs advertising two Republican politicians — incumbent U.S. Rep. Nick Begich III and gubernatorial candidate Bernadette Wilson — stood outside when a reporter visited Friday.
The group has not yet reported any of its fundraising information, though it will have to in a subsequent filing with campaign finance regulators.
A spokesperson for Sullivan’s campaign declined to comment on both Right for Alaska and Fair Deal Alaska. An from Peltola’s campaign said it was not familiar with either group.
There’s a long history of groups boosting third-party and fringe politicians to try to engineer the success of major candidates in Alaska elections. In 2014, incumbent Democratic U.S. Sen. Mark Begich’s campaign promoted libertarian Mark Fish in an effort to pull votes away from Sullivan, who nonetheless won the election.
In 2024, a group run by Lottsfeldt and aligned with Peltola, who was then running for re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives, spent significant sums running adswith the apparent aim of boosting less-competitive Republicans onto the general election ballot to pull votes from Nick Begich III, the leading GOP candidate.
In theory, Alaska’s ranked choice voting system should minimize the risk that the third- or fourth-placed candidates in the general election will pull significant numbers of votes from the top two — because their supporters’ votes are supposed to be redistributed to the candidates ranked next on each voter’s ballot.
But not everyone ranks all four candidates. In the 2024 U.S. House race, more than 7,000 voters only ranked the third- and fourth-placed candidates, John Wayne Howe of the Alaska Independence Party and Democrat Eric Hafner — and ultimately didn’t express a preference between Begich and Peltola, the top two finishers.
Begich ultimately won by some 8,000 votes.
“People on the far left and the far right don’t rank,” Lottsfeldt said. “They just vote for their favorite, and then they quit.”
Similar types of spending are happening elsewhere around the country, according to Lottsfeldt.
In Wisconsin, a Republican group is spending millions to boost a democratic socialist gubernatorial hopeful, Francesca Hong, who’s viewed as a more vulnerable candidate in the general election.
Amy Bushatz with Mat-Su Sentinel contributed reporting.
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Jax Taylor is speaking out about his latest battle with Brittany Cartwright.
And this time, it seems that the former couple’s divorce drama has spilled directly into his professional life.
The Vanderpump Rules alum claims Brittany has been attempting to undermine his career after a recent controversy involving what he says was a mistaken brand partnership.
According to Jax, his estranged wife turned an unfortunate situation into an opportunity to publicly embarrass him.
“Yesterday was just another example of Brittany going out of her way to publicly embarrass and humiliate me,” Jax told Us Weekly, claiming that the issue could have been handled privately.
He alleged that Brittany contacted the brand, discussed the matter on her podcast, and shared what he described as false accusations online.
“Instead of reaching out privately to address the situation, she chose to contact the brand, laugh about it on her podcast, and post false accusations on social media,” Jax claimed.
Jax said he believes the incident is part of a larger pattern, alleging that Brittany’s actions have hurt his reputation and made it more difficult for him to rebuild his career following their highly publicized split.
Jax says he thought he had been offered a partnership deal with Smart Water through a third-party facilitator.
He later said he discovered the partnership was not authorized and removed the content once he learned there was a problem.
In a statement shared with followers, Jax explained that he had received emails, campaign details, and instructions that made the opportunity appear legitimate. He insisted he never intended to misrepresent a business relationship.
The latest accusations add another chapter to the ongoing tension between Jax and Brittany, who separated in 2024 after many years in the reality TV spotlight.
The pair, who married in 2019 and share son Cruz, have continued navigating their divorce and co-parenting relationship in the public eye.
Their breakup has already produced plenty of drama, including disagreements over their divorce proceedings and renewed headlines surrounding Jax’s personal life.
For now, Jax and Brittany appear to have very different views on what has happened, and fans of the Bravo stars are once again watching their relationship drama unfold away from the cameras.
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Morgan Wallen’s Still The Problem Tour has officially come to an end. Throughout the 23-stop trek, Wallen delivered a series of historic shows while also making an impact beyond the stage. Through a portion of every ticket sold benefiting the Morgan Wallen Foundation (MWF), the tour helped provide more than $1 million worth of instruments to 26 schools across the U.S.
The country hitmaker kicked off the 2026 tour in April with a two-night run at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. From there, he made his way to 12 North American Stadiums, including Bryant-Denny Stadium, Soldier Field, U.S. Bank Stadium, Allegiant Stadium, Michigan Stadium, and University of Clemson’s Memorial Stadium. He wrapped it up with two sold-out shows at Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field on Friday, July 31, 2026, and Saturday, August 1.
Each show brought packed out venues full of fans together to sing their hearts out to the East Tennessee native’s catalog of hits. However, each attendee also had a hand in giving back to the MWF through their purchase of a ticket.
The foundation aims to support youth music and athletic programs as well as while help communities access essential resources during times of crisis. For this run, the donations directly impacted more than two dozen schools in need across the cities he toured in.
One of the schools to benefit from the initiative was Sto-Rox Junior/Senior High School in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, which received $40,000 worth of instruments.
Superintendent Sonya Coleman shared how meaningful the generous gift will be for students, when he stated, “We are truly honored and excited to receive this generous donation of musical instruments from the Morgan Wallen Foundation. This gift will have a lasting impact on our students and our music program by providing access to high-quality instruments that will inspire creativity, enhance learning opportunities, and help our young musicians continue to grow both artistically and personally…Partnerships like this demonstrate the power of giving back to communities and creating opportunities that will positively influence students for years to come.”
Each night, fans eagerly anticipated Wallen’s signature walkout, wondering whether he would make his way to the stage alone or be joined by a surprise guest. While a few shows featured a solo entrance, many became unforgettable moments as Wallen welcomed hometown athletes, local legends, and other important figures to represent each city.
Throughout the tour, his walkout guests included Nick Saban, Caitlin Clark, Tim Tebow, John Elway, Ray Lewis, Aidan Hutchinson, Cooper Dejean, The Hughes Brothers, as well as members of the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps.
Additionally, he was joined by a star-studded lineup of opening acts and special guests, such as Brooks & Dunn, HARDY, Thomas Rhett, Ella Langley, Gavin Adcock, Vincent Mason, Zach John King, Jason Scott & The High Heat, Blake Whiten, HudsonWestbrook and Flatland Cavalry.
There were also plenty of notable historic moments that took place throughout the run. The “I Got Better” singer became the first artist ever to perform two consecutive nights at both Michigan Stadium and Clemson University’s Memorial Stadium, and he played the first concert at Alabama’s Bryant-Denny Stadium in 43 years, marking the venue’s first major concert since Hank Williams Jr.’s show in 1983.
On top of that, the success of the tour has fueled Wallen’s ongoing rise up the charts. His latest album that inspired the name of the tour, I’m The Problem, returned to the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200, earning its 14th non-consecutive week atop the chart after spending more than a year in the Top 10.
Plus, he debuted his first new song since the 2025 album and first solo release of the year, “Been By Now,” at his sold-out show at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore. The track reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 upon its release, becoming his 20th career Top 10 hit, while also topping both the Streaming Songs and Digital Song Sales charts. He currently has two songs in the Hot 100’s Top 5, including his duet with Ella Langley, “I Can’t Love You Anymore.”
Adding to the milestone-filled year, Wallen’s “You Proof” has officially been certified Diamond by the RIAA, giving him six Diamond-certified singles, which is also the most of any country artist.
Between all the historic stadium shows, the chart-topping success and the impact of the Morgan Wallen Foundation, the Still The Problem Tour proved to be one of the biggest and most impactful runs of Morgan Wallen’s career so far.
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Thirty years after “Strawberry Wine” became one of country music’s most beloved songs, Deana Carter is giving the classic a fresh twist.
In honor of the song’s 30th anniversary, Carter has teamed up with New York-based country-EDM producer Deerock for the first-ever dance remix of “Strawberry Wine.”
Released on July 26, exactly 30 years after the original debuted, the remix blends the nostalgia fans know and love with an upbeat, modern production. Deerock keeps Carter’s unmistakable vocals at the forefront while adding pulsing beats, vibrant synths, and an energetic summer-ready sound that introduces the timeless hit to a whole new audience.
Reflecting on the milestone, Carter expressed her appreciation for the song that has continued to resonate with fans for three decades.
“I cannot believe it’s been 30 years!” Carter shared. “I am so grateful that ‘Strawberry Wine’ & my debut album have become the soundtrack of an era for so many people! I am blown away by all the fans that have carried this song through the years, passed it down and shared it with a whole new generation!”
To mark the anniversary, Carter said releasing the remix felt like the perfect way to celebrate the song’s lasting legacy.
“I’m super excited about our new remix with Deerock,” she added. “It’s a fun, fresh way to celebrate such an anthem of the 90’s! Like a fine wine, may we get better with age and cheers to another round of Strawberry Wine! Thank y’all for such an amazing ride!”
For Deerock, taking on one of country music’s most recognizable songs was an opportunity he didn’t take lightly. He said his goal was to honor the original while giving it a fresh sound that could connect with a new generation of listeners.
“Getting the opportunity to reimagine a song as iconic as ‘Strawberry Wine’ is incredibly special,” Deerock stated. “I wanted to preserve everything people love about the original while giving it new life in a completely different space. I’m grateful to Deana and her team for trusting me with a song that means so much to so many people, and excited to help introduce it to a new generation.”
Originally released on Carter’s 1996 debut album, Did I Shave My Legs For This?, “Strawberry Wine” quickly became one of the defining songs of the decade. The timeless hit earned CMA Single of the Year honors in 1997 and has since been reimagined by countless artists, cementing its place as a country music classic.
Three decades later, the song continues to hold a special place in Carter’s heart. Despite performing it thousands of times over the years, she says the emotional connection has never faded.
“No, never,” she previously told Country Now. “I love it….You sing a song, whether you wrote it or not, that is the most true for you that it could ever be, so that you can repeat it night after night and be authentic. You know, when I sing that song, still, I go through memories of the house I grew up in. I go through my brother being little, like, in third grade. I go through going on dates in high school with my best friend, Connie.”
Even after all this time, Carter says performing “Strawberry Wine” brings back a flood of memories, and the song remains as special to her as ever.
“I get to re-live the creation of something so special every time I go onstage. It’s just such a blessing. It never gets old. Never, never gets old.”
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