Vikings tackle Loadholt retires after injury setback
Vikings announce the retirement of Phil Loadholt after another leg setback in summer workouts. The 6-8, 345-pound right tackle, drafted in 2009, missed large portions of the past two seasons with injuries, including a torn pectoral in 2014 and an Achilles tear in 2015. Loadholt reflected on his high level when healthy and said he is at peace with the decision, planning to spend time with family before pursuing future involvement in football.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
TNS
Winter Park
Vikings
Phil Loadholt
NFL
Loadholt
Phil
Rick Spielman
Andre Smith
Smith
T.J. Clemmings
Carter Bykowski
Mike Harris
Brett Favre
Adrian Peterson
Peterson
Adrian
Twin Cities
Mark Wilf
Mankato
Jake
Mentum
Morales
Pujols
Angels
Trout
Rio 2016 village scrambles over safety and readiness
Rio officials vow fixes within 48 hours as athletes report leaky pipes and electrical issues in Building 23. Australian team leader Kitty Chiller calls the village unsafe while other nations express cautious confidence the facilities will be ready before the August Games.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rio de Janeiro
Australia
Carlos Arthur Nurman
Kitty Chiller
Chiller
Team USA
U.S. Olympic Committee
Michael Jordan urged activism amid criticism and donations
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has criticized Michael Jordan for not using wealth and influence more for social causes. Jordan’s defenders say his activism is behind the scenes while his Hornets employ minorities in leadership. After North Carolina’s anti LGBT bill, Jordan opposed discrimination and backed inclusive efforts, delaying a donation announcement to respect the NBA All Star decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Los Angeles Lakers
Jordan
Charlotte Hornets
North Carolina
NBA
Charlotte
Signing date set for Youre Too Big To Dream Small book
Ron Baker announces release of Youre Too Big To Dream Small with Jefferson Knapp, Briana Ludwig illustrating. The book aims to inspire children to pursue big dreams despite home life, offering a close to home message of perseverance and hope. Contact Jefferson Knapp at 816 308 6945 or krakenbooks.com for more details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baker
Jefferson Knapp
Briana Ludwig
Ron Baker
Jefferson
Krakenbooks
Krakenbooks. Com
NFL and NFLPA agree concussion protocol penalties
The agreement sets remedial education for first violations by club employees or medical staff or a maximum fine of 150000 dollars. Second and subsequent violations carry a minimum 100000 dollar fine. Aggravated violations trigger at least 50000 dollars. Commissioner Goodell may void draft picks and impose extra fines if medical teams skirt rules for competitive reasons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roger Goodell
Royals Drop Start to Angels Series as Slugging Angels Dominate
Kansas City fell behind early and never recovered as Albert Pujols added key RBIs, including a seventh inning run driven in by Mike Trout, giving Los Angeles a 6-2 win. The Royals struggle to win series continues, now 6-14 since late June.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Giavatella
Angels
Royals
Kansas City
Cardinals
Kansas City Royals
Ian Kennedy
Los Angeles Angels
Kauffman Stadium
Baylor Bears face daunting path to title under Grobe
Baylor coach Art Briles successor Jim Grobe inherits a lean roster and uncertain depth as he guides a program rocked by offseason turmoil. QB Seth Russell returns from injury to lead a 70-scholarship squad, with veteran leaders like Kyle Fuller and Ryan Reid stressing a band of brothers mindset. Analysts warn distractions and depth issues could test early performance, while Bears aim to stay competitive and push for Big 12 glory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big 12
Dallas
Grobe
Baylor
Briles
Russell
Associated Press
Iowa State
Oklahoma
Bears
Kyle Fuller
TCU
Oklahoma State
Gil Brandt
Dallas Cowboys
Nfl.com
Brandt
Tom Landry
Sues
Stidham
Johnson
Devin Chafin
Brian Nance
Houston
Chafin
Nance
Devin Duvernay
Texas
Patrick Hudson
Trent Davian Dickson
Brandon Bowen
Parrish Cobb
Kam Martin
Auburn
Rivals
Hudson
Bowen
Nelson
Grove
Ryan Reid
Reid
Band of Brothers
Also Mentioned on This Page
Minnesota Vikings
Garden City Community College
Minnesota State University
Minn
Rio
NFLPA
Gordon
Paulo Orlando
Salvador Perez
Kendrys Morales
Alcides Escobar
Chester Cuthbert
Eric Hosmer
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!