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A Somali soccer referee turned away at the U.S. border for the World Cup was greeted as a hero upon his return, while authorities warn of counterfeit tickets, a teacher faces assault allegations, a police dog retires, and a Jacksonville man is accused of brandishing weapons.
Tennessee will host East Carolina in the Chapel Hill Regional of the 2026 NCAA Tournament, a matchup that highlights a long‑standing series advantage and contrasting seeds.
The ninth edition of the Jumping Run Church 3‑on‑3 basketball tournament at the Fairfield Recreation Center brought together high school and middle school teams, free food, and a strong sense of community in Kinston, North Carolina.