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Juneau topples Haines, Skagway in track tri-meet

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JC Davis had the top division time in the 300-meter hurdles at the season-opening meet in Ketchikan, something he attributed to a winter-long weight-lifting program that helped him knock several seconds off his personal record. (Lex Treinen/Chilkat Valley News)

The Juneau-Douglas High School: Yadaa.at Kalé Crimson Bears swept the team titles at the Haines Invitational Track and Field Meet this past weekend in another warmup before Southeast teams travel to Juneau for the 2026 Capital City Invitational on Friday and Saturday, a preview for the May 22-23 Region V championships at Ketchikan.

At Haines, the Crimson Bears won the boys team title with 52.5 points, nipping Haines’ 49.5 and Skagway’s 34. The JDHS girls won with 86 points, Haines tallied 35 and Skagway nine.

Haines sophomore Isaac Jones won the boys 100 meters in 12 seconds flat, edging JDHS junior Krew Ridle who leaned in for 12.2 and senior Sarah Jones the girls 100 in 13.6, just in front of JDHS sophomore Shandiin Frommherz in 14.0. Skagway senior Royce Borst won the boys 200 in 24.7 and S. Jones repeated in the girls with a 29.5 win.

JDHS came to the front of the distance events with sophomore Addie Hartman winning the girls 400 in 1:08.4, junior Kaia Mangaccat the 800 in 2:37.0 and the 1,600 in 5:35.7 and senior Lua Mangaccat the 3,200 in 13.43.4. On the boys side, sophomore Anderson Murry won the 800 in 2:27.7, classmate Emmett Hightower the 1,600 in 5:24.2 and classmate Carson Kautz the 3,200 in 11:36.6.

JDHS senior Meliame Tupou won the shot put with 28’10 and the discus with 83’0. JDHS freshman Vince Nizich won the boys long jump with 17’7.5 and Harman the girls high jump with 4’7, and freshman Eleanor Peterson the girls triple jump with 27’10.5.

Following are Haines Invitational event winners and/or JDHS placers:

100m boys – 1 I. Jones, HNS 12.0; 2 Ridle 12.4; 4 fr William Westmoreland 13.0; 6 so Jarry Maghinay 13.1; 7 so Ethan Ward 13.4; 9 jr Isaiah Carrillo 13.6; 11 so Osian Morris 14.0; 12 so Lucas Wyatt 14.1.

100m girls – 1 S. Jones, HNS 13.6; 2 Frommherz 14.0; 3 so Mya Hayes 14.8; 4 sr Isabella Reyes-Boyer 15.4; 5 So Lydia Goins 15.4; 7 fr Adeline Janson 15.7; 7 fr Bailey Israelson 15.7; 14 fr Lucy Wall 17.0; 17 so Kaylee Frickey 18.5.

200m boys – 1 Borst, SKG 24.7; 5 jr Krew Ridle 25.5; 8 Nizich 26.6; 9 Westmoreland 26.7; 11 Ward 27.2; 12 Carrillo 27.7; 14 Wyatt 28.5; 16 Maghinay 29.1.

200m girls – 1 S. Jones 29.5; 3. Goins 33.5; (prelims Frommherz 29.2; Hayes 31.6; Reyes-Boyer 32.0; fr Clara Van Kirk 33.2; Israelson 33.3); 12 L. Wall 35.4.

400m boys – 1 so Brody Ferrin, HNS 58.2.

400m girls – 1 Hartman 1:08.4; 3 Frommherz 1:11.5; 4 so Kira English 1:21.0; 5. Van Kirk 1:22.6.

800m boys – 1 Murray 2:24.7; 2 Hightower 2:31.0; 3 jr Gage Keller 2:36.4.

800m girls – 1 K. Mangaccat 2:37.0 2 so Nevah Lupro 3:00.6 / sr Della Mearig 3:00.6 4 L. Mangaccat 3:01.8; 5 English 3:03.1; 6 Peterson 3:14.1; 7 fr Emmalynn LaPlante 3:15.7.

1,600m boys – 1 Hightower 5:24.2; 2 Keller 5:30.5; 3 Kautz 5:33.2; 4 so Lucas Nelson-Vallejo 5:38.0.

1,600m girls – 1 K. Mangaccat 5:35.7; 2 Mearig 6:32.5; 3 L. Mangaccat 6:34.4; 4 Lupro 6:35.7; 5 jr Ellie Jo Wall 7:13.7; 6 LaPlante 7:18.5; 7 Peterson 7:19.8; 8 sr Zoe Lessard 7:31.1.

3,200m boys – 1 Kautz 11:36.6; 2 Murray 11:42.5; 4 Nelson-Vallejo 12:29.1; 5 so Finnan Kelly 13.22.6.

3,200m girls – 1 L. Mangaccat 13:43.4; 2 LaPlante 14:49.6; 4 EJ Wall 15:00.0; 5 Lessard 16:08.2.

4×100 Relay boys – 1 Skagway (sr Brenden Moncibaiz, jr Luke Tronrud, sr Camden Lawson, Borst) 50.2; 2 JDHS (Ridle, Nizich, Maghinay, Westmoreland) 53.4; 3 JDHS (Wyatt, so Heleman AitaotoTela, Hightower, Morris) 54.5.

4×100 Relay girls – 1 JDHS (Reyes-Boyer, Goins, Hayes, Frommherz) 1:00.1; 3 JDHS (Van Kirk, Janson, L. Wall, Israelson) 1:05.8.

4×400 Relay boys – 1 HNS (Jones, sr JC Davis, fr Evan Knight, Ferrin) 4:07.6; 3 JDHS (Hightower, Murray, Keler, Kautz) 4:55.9.

4×400 Relay girls – 1 HNS (so Ava Rosenberry, fr Sophia Heddin, jr Talis Swaner, so CC Elliot) 5:15.5; 2 JDHS (Mearig, Lupro, Lessard, K. Mangaccat) 5:42.1; 3 JDHS (EJ Wall, LaPlante, Frickey, Peterson) 6:02.4.

Shot Put boys – 1 AitaotoTelea 34’9.75; 3 sr Ames Patterson 32’0; 9 sr Zach Prather 22’10.

Shot Put girls – 1 Tupou 28’10; 2 sr Isabelle Martin 24’8.5; 9 sr Eva Goertzen 16’10.5; 10 fr Fiona Koelsch 16’7.5.

Discus boys – 1 sr JC Davis HNS 122’6; 3 Patterson 102’10.5; 5 AitaotoTelea 82’5.5; 10 Prather 63’5.5.

Discus girls – 1 Tupou 83’.0; 2 Martin 80’6.5; 7 Goertzen 50’8.75; 10 Koelsch 45’10.5; 12 Frickey 31’3.

High Jump boys – 1 Borst SKG 6’0; 5 Nizich 5’o; 6 fr Maximus Sean Sangster 4’10.

High Jump girls – 1 Hartman 4’7.

Long Jump boys – 1 Nizich 17’7.5; 3 Sangster 15’10.5; 5 Maghinay 14’6.5.

Long Jump girls – 1 Rosenberry HNS 13’2.5; 2 Hartman 13’1.5; 3 Goins 12’9.5.

Triple Jump boys – 1 so Wade Lloyd HNS 38’6; 5 Sangster 30’6.

Triple Jump girls – 1 Peterson 27’10.5.

This story was originally published by the Juneau Independent.

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Hannah Harper Joins Lee Ann Womack for Emotional ‘I Hope You Dance’ Performance on ‘American Idol’ Finale

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American Idol finalist Hannah Harper joined forces with country icon Lee Ann Womack during the Idol finale to perform Womack’s iconic hit, “I Hope You Dance.”

Their performance of the beloved country ballad had fans swaying and singing along, including Harper’s parents who appeared to be sobbing as they watched their daughter share the stage with the legendary singer.

Lee Ann Womack’s vocals sounded as powerful and timeless as ever, while Hannah Harper held her own alongside the country star as fog rolled across the stage, adding to the emotional atmosphere.

Hannah Harper, Lee Ann Womack; Photo via ABC, American Idol

Harper previously turned heads with a performance of Womack’s “A Little Past Little Rock” during Hollywood Week, which was dubbed Music City Takeover this season.

Sadly, she got caught up in the moment and forgot some of the words, but the judges were pleased with how she handled the situation.

This special performance of “I Hope You Dance” came just a year after Womack celebrated the 25th anniversary of the song.

Lee Ann Womack; Photo via ABC, American Idol

The chart-topping ballad became both the lead single and title track of I Hope You Dance, released in 2000. The song went on to become one of Lee Ann Womack’s signature hits, taking home several major honors, including CMA Single of the Year, a GRAMMY for Best Country Song, and Song of the Year awards from the ACM, NSAI, and BMI. It has also achieved double platinum certification in digital and retail sales.

Written by Mark D. Sanders and Tia Sillers, “I Hope You Dance” quickly caught Womack’s attention after she heard the demo. She immediately connected with the song and recorded it only a few months after it was written.

“Grateful doesn’t even begin to cover it,” Womack shared on social media in honor of the milestone anniversary. “I Hope You Dance” quickly became a cultural phenomenon as it was one of the most successful singles across multiple genres. To this day, it remains a staple and is often played at weddings.

Hannah Harper, Lee Ann Womack; Photo via ABC, American Idol

Hannah Harper was a frontrunner in the competition from the start. She went viral with her audition, featuring a heartfelt performance of her original song, “String Cheese,” documenting her battle with postpartum depression after the birth of her first child.

Since then, she has covered songs like “Go Rest High On That Mountain” by Vince Gill, Landslide by Fleetwood Mac, “Mean” by Taylor Swift, and many more.

Last week, Harper had the opportunity to share the stage with Kellie Pickler, joining together to perform “A Broken Wing” by Martina McBride.

Hannah Harper, Jo Dee Messina; Photos Courtesy of Hannah Harper

During her hometown visit, Hannah Harper was shocked when country hitmaker Jo Dee Messina surprised her on stage during her performance of “Heads Carolina, Tails California.” Harper was visibly stunned as the pair finished the song together.

Tonight, Hannah Harper was revealed to be among the Top 2 alongside Jordan McCullough. The winner will be revealed at the conclusion of the episode.

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Can Michigan Get Revenge Against Oklahoma? Bold Predictions From FOX’s Saturday Slate

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FOX released three top-tier college football games on Monday, locking in a trio of fall matchups that will unquestionably shape the 2026 national championship race. The loaded slate includes Oklahoma-Michigan, Michigan-Ohio State and the Big Ten Championship Game. I expect this group of games to feature ranked teams, a CFP semifinalist and a Heisman Trophy contender. The Big Ten has ruled college football in recent years, producing the last three national champions. Once again, the conference is set to take center stage. Here are my bold predictions from the three blockbuster games on FOX: Bold prediction: The outcome will tilt early-season perception in the Big Ten–SEC debate At a time when the Big Ten’s grip on college football has never been stronger and the SEC is still sorting out what it means to be the sport’s second-best league, a Michigan win in one of the most highly anticipated non-conference games of 2026 could prove decisive for a conference where it’s supposed to “just mean more.” Oklahoma has made more College Football Playoff appearances than Michigan, yet the Sooners have never won a postseason game, even when they earned the right to host one last December, falling to an SEC opponent (Alabama) and a team it had beaten on the road the season before. Michigan, meanwhile, enters a new era under its third head coach in four years, trying to reinforce its identity as the program that first broke through among the Big Ten’s three consecutive national champions. Still, Oklahoma has never lost to Michigan, having met twice, and the Sooners have historically fared well against Big Ten teams. No Big Ten program owns a winning record against Oklahoma, and head coach Brent Venables already has wins over Nebraska and Michigan from a year ago. Given how the College Football Playoff selection committee increasingly weighs non-conference matchups between Power 4 programs, especially those from the sport’s premier conferences, the winner of this game could be the one that earns another shot at the CFP. Bold prediction: Michigan-Ohio State will feature at least one Heisman finalist The Game has featured at least one College Football Playoff participant in each of the last seven years, produced five of the last seven Big Ten champions, and included two of the last three national champions. It has become appointment viewing not just because of its history, but because of its direct impact on the national title race. I don’t expect that to change, even with Kyle Whittingham assuming the controls at Michigan. With new offensive coordinators at both programs — Arthur Smith at Ohio State and Jason Beck at Michigan — there could be some schematic shifts on both sides. But there will be no drop-off in talent on the field. Each roster features at least one player with legitimate Heisman Trophy potential, and at least one future finalist will be on the field in this game. Is this the year Ohio State accomplishes something it hasn’t done since 2014: win The Game, the Big Ten Championship, and the national title? That question will begin to take shape in earnest on Nov. 28. Bold prediction: The Big Ten Championship will reveal a CFP semifinalist The Big Ten champion has reached the College Football Playoff semifinals every year since 2019. Not even the SEC can say that. Whether it’s been Ohio State, Michigan, Oregon, or Indiana, the league’s champion has routinely been among the sport’s final four teams, both in the eyes of the selection committee and on the field. What remains to be seen this year is whether any team can unseat reigning champion Indiana.Latest Sports News from FOX Sports

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Carrie Underwood Goes Full Rock Mode With Mötley Crüe on ‘American Idol’ Finale

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Country superstar Carrie Underwood is doubling down on her love for rock music with a high-energy performance alongside Mötley Crüe during the three-hour American Idol finale.

Carrie Underwood, Mötley Crüe; Photo via ABC, American Idol

Underwood and Mötley Crüe delivered a two-song set featuring “Home Sweet Home” and “Kickstart My Heart.” The collaboration brought serious rock energy to the stage, with Underwood head-banging throughout the performance. Toward the end, flames erupted behind them, amplifying the intensity of the moment.

Earlier in the season, Underwood leaned further into her rock side with a performance of “Rebel Yell” alongside Billy Idol and guitarist Steve Stevens as part of the show’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame night. The moment nearly left her speechless.

“What is my life?!?! I got the incredible chance tonight to sing with THE Billy Idol and Steve Stevens as part of our Rock & Roll Hall of Fame night on American Idol. It was an honor for me to get to share the stage with some real legends! Billy was so kind and put up with my nervousness and fangirling…I still can’t believe THAT just happened,” she shared at the time.

While Underwood is known for her powerhouse country vocals and high-energy anthems, she has long embraced her love of rock and metal. She has previously opened up about seeing bands like Green Day, The Offspring, and Slipknot live in concert.

Carrie Underwood, Mötley Crüe; Photo via ABC, American Idol

She has also collaborated with several rock icons over the years, including Joan Jett, Papa Roach, and Guns N’ Roses. In fact, she even toured with Guns N’ Roses, opening for them on three dates of their 2023 World Tour.

Underwood also shares a deeper history with Mötley Crüe. In 2007, she reportedly appeared at the Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville (now Luke Combs’ Category 10) where she joined lead singer Vince Neil to perform “Kickstart My Heart.”

Two years later, she recorded a cover of Mötley Crüe’s “Home Sweet Home,” which served as the official American Idol farewell song during the 2009 season. She also returned to the show that same year to perform the track live. The recording was released on iTunes, with Underwood, 19 Recordings, Sony Music Nashville, and iTunes donating a portion of proceeds from the digital single to The Humane Society of the United States.

Carrie Underwood, Mötley Crüe; Photo via ABC, American Idol

“I’ve always loved this song, and besides being very fitting for Idol, to me, the title is also very fitting with animal rescue and finding animals their own homes,” she said at the time. “So we felt it was important to tie the release into an amazing animal charity like the Humane Society Of The United States.”

The three-hour American Idol finale also featured performances from seventeen-time GRAMMY winner Alicia Keys, who served as guest mentor for the night, along with Brad Paisley, Blues Traveler and Gin Blossoms, Cameron Whitcomb, Clay Aiken, En Vogue, Jason Mraz, Lee Ann Womack, Nelly, Shinedown, and Tori Kelly.

By the end of the night, American Idol fans officially learned who America chose to win Season 9.

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Survivor Host Jeff Probst’s Brother Scott Dies

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Jeff Probst’s family is dealing with a difficult loss.
The Survivor host’s youngest brother Scott Probst has died, his family shared May 11.
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‘Jurassic Park’ Screenwriter Tackling ‘Westworld’ Remake

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Summer House: Kyle Cooke Alleges Proof West Wilson Had a Girlfriend

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Kyle Cooke is bringing the receipts.
The Summer House star alleged in a first look at the season 10 reunion that he has proof costar West Wilson was dating someone else while rekindling his…
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Chace Crawford Reveals If He Dated Any Gossip Girl Costars

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Chace Crawford is trying not to kiss and tell.
The Gossip Girl alum set the record straight on whether he dated any of his costars while filming the CW show with Blake Lively, Leighton Meester,…
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How Many Shots Equal One Beer?

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If you’re trying to wrack your brain and figure out the math, don’t worry; we already did it. See our breakdown, but be prepared, it does get complicated!

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State prosecutors ask to delay new election misconduct trial for former Alaska legislator

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Rep. Gabrielle LeDoux, R-Anchorage, is seen on March 3, 2020, in the Alaska House of Representatives in this screenshot from KTOO 360TV’s Gavel Alaska. (KTOO 360TV screenshot)

A state judge in Anchorage has again delayed a new election misconduct trial for former state Rep. Gabrielle LeDoux, R-Anchorage, after state prosecutors requested the postponement.

Earlier this year, judges Catherine Easter and Thomas Matthews scheduled a new trial for June, but Judge Josie Garton agreed on May 1 to postpone the trial until the state Court of Appeals takes up a review requested by the state. Under the current briefing schedule for that review, a trial isn’t likely until the fall at the earliest.

In 2020, prosecutors accused LeDoux of five felonies and nine misdemeanors in connection with the 2018 primary election, the 2018 general election and the 2014 general election. They claimed LeDoux encouraged people to register to vote in her district despite not living there.

The charges related to the 2014 election were dismissed as untimely.

The remainder went to trial in November and December 2024, but that ended in a mistrial after jurors could not agree on LeDoux’s guilt or innocence.

After the mistrial, LeDoux and her attorney filed an interlocutory appeal to challenge a legal definition that would be given to a jury. At issue is the definition of when a person establishes a residence necessary to register to vote.

LeDoux argued that a person who has bought a home within a district is eligible to register to vote there. The state argued that the person must actually be living within the home in order to register.

On Nov. 10, Garton ruled in favor of LeDoux’s interpretation of the law, thus striking down jury instructions that the state had sought.

Prosecutors have since appealed Garton’s ruling to the state Court of Appeals, and both sides are now trading written arguments ahead of possible oral arguments on the matter.

A new status hearing on LeDoux’s case is scheduled for May 26.

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