Bears matriarch Virginia McCaskey leads dynasty to Super Bowl
Virginia McCaskey, 83, daughter of George Halas, governs the Chicago Bears as owner and custodian. Her rare interview reflects on legacy, family leadership, and a 1999 reckoning amid a decline, including ousting her son Michael from football operations after firing Ditka.
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Mugs” Halas
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Winter toll on Kansas game birds and wildlife
The Herald reports western Kansas winter weather harming pheasants quail and turkeys and notes that predators and lack of food lead to exposure starvation and lower breeding. Wildlife expert Charlie Lee warns feeding birds must be careful and habitat based, avoiding mass feed piles that attract predators and disease.
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VSN to sponsor senior all star football game
Victory Sports Network will stage its first senior NAIA all star game on April 21 at Platte County High School in Platte City Missouri. The event will feature small college players from across the country split into National and American teams with rosters out in March and coaches to be named in February.
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Victory Sports Network
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Platte City
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Jason Don
Nelly
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University of Saint Mary, Leavenworth
Panthers Struggle as Panthers Fall to Uniontown 73 46
Williamsburg High School boys basketball, exhausted by a third game in five days, fell 73 to 46 to Uniontown in Williamsburg. Matt Chanay led Williamsburg with 18 points while Devin Milliken added 10. Uniontown built a 31 24 halftime lead and pulled away in the second half.
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Tinsley
Anderson County girls fall to Baldwin in league game
The Anderson County girls basketball team lost 46-32 at Baldwin City after a tight first half. Senior Kassidy Spring led with 10 points and three steals, while Elaine Tastove added eight points and four steals. Anderson County (3-8, 1-3) hosts Spring Hill next.
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Baldwin City
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ORC Gears Up for Spring and Summer Programs
The Ottawa Recreation Commission announces spring and summer youth programs in soccer baseball and softball with early and regular registrations. Soccer runs Feb 5 16 for early and Feb 19 Mar 2 regular, fees 30 and 40. Baseball and softball fees vary by age groups and deadlines. Play begins late May. Contact 2421939 or Orcottawaks.org for details.
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Ottawa Recreation Commission
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