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Pioneering Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, who splashed her signature polka dots on paintings, sculptures and museum installations around the world, has died
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26 August
Dolly Parton’s Legacy Reaches Millions of Ohio Children
The death of country music legend Dolly Parton at age 80 is being felt far beyond the music industry, including through a literacy program that has reached children throughout Ohio. Parton died August 25 following what her family described as a brief battle with cancer. Her legacy includes Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, which provides children with a free, age-appropriate book …
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26 August
Justice Department Sues Ohio Landlord Over Alleged Sexual Harassment of Tenants
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a federal lawsuit against an Ohio landlord, alleging he sexually harassed female tenants and retaliated against women who refused his advances. The lawsuit was filed in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio against 72-year-old Alfred Falgiani Jr. of Girard, who owns and manages rental properties in and around the community. …
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26 August
Dawes Arboretum Breaks Ground on $17 Million Welcome Center
The Dawes Arboretum has officially begun construction on a new $17 million Welcome Center, marking the start of an 18-to-24-month project designed to significantly expand the visitor experience. The approximately 29,000-square-foot facility will serve as a central entry point for visitors, members and donors. Planned amenities include a café, expanded indoor and outdoor seating, a larger gift shop, exhibit space …
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26 August
Judge grants Blake Lively $400,000 of $8M in legal fees she sought in film fight with Justin Baldoni
A federal judge says Blake Lively can have just over $400,000 of the $8 million in legal fees she sought for defending herself against a lawsuit that actor Justin Baldoni lodged against her in response to her lawsuit over the production of their 2024 f…
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26 August
Rupert Grint will become Ron Weasley again — this time, on Broadway
Rupert Grint, known as Ron Weasley from the “Harry Potter” movies, will reprise his role on Broadway in “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.”
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26 August
The Dolly Parton you may not know, in her own words
The Associated Press has compiled memorable quotes from Dolly Parton, capturing her candid reflections over the years
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26 August
Dolly Parton built a better world, with rhinestones and songs
Dolly Parton was a beloved icon whose influence spans music, film and philanthropy
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