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Mary Lou Retton, Olympic gymnastics champion, is ‘fighting for her life’ in ICU, daughter says
SUMMARY: Olympic gymnastics champion Mary Lou Retton, who became the first American woman to win the Olympic all-around title in 1984, is in intensive care in a Texas hospital with pneumonia. Her daughter, McKenna Kelley, shared the news on Instagram, stating that Retton is “fighting for her life” and unable to breathe on her own. Kelley has started a fundraising campaign for Retton's medical expenses as she currently does not have medical insurance. Retton, now 55 years old and a mother of four, retired from competitive gymnastics in 1986 and has since done commercial endorsements and television appearances.
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‘Firecracker Open’ shows off new improvements to Lions Municipal Golf Course
SUMMARY: Afternoon rains on Saturday paused play at the 2024 Firecracker Open in Austin, held at Lions Municipal Golf Course. Despite the weather, many attended the annual event. The rain benefited the newly laid grass on the upgraded 8,000-square-foot putting green, an improvement over the previous 1,500-square-foot green. These updates are part of several enhancements to the historic course. Scotty Sayers, co-chair of The Muny Conservancy, highlighted the course's popularity, noting it serves as the home course for 12 high school teams. The three-day tournament will conclude on Sunday afternoon.
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Residents in southwest Houston and Galveston prepare for Beryl’s arrival to Texas coast as flood watch issued for most of SE Texas
SUMMARY: On Saturday, ABC13 provided weather coverage in southwest Houston and Galveston. Reporter Luke Jones covered flooding in southwest Houston, where cars were waterlogged after a thunderstorm. Guillermo Serrano's car was among those affected, and he plans to move inland to Dayton. Emergency leaders advise having storm kits and preparing for power outages. Alex Bozarjian reported from Galveston on Tropical Storm Beryl's potential impacts, with a storm surge warning in effect and 6-8 inches of rain expected. Galveston County Judge Mark Henry urged residents to stay informed, secure outdoor items, and prepare emergency kits.
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Minnesota Vikings rookie Khyree Jackson dies in car crash, he was 24
SUMMARY: Minnesota Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson, 24, tragically died in a car crash in Maryland, along with two others. Drafted in the fourth round by the Vikings, Jackson's path to the NFL was marked by perseverance, advancing from community college, taking time off to work at a deli, to starting in the 2021 National Championship game for Alabama, which they won. He later transferred to Oregon for the 2023 season. Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell expressed deep sorrow, highlighting Jackson's energy, confidence, and personal growth. The Associated Press contributed to the story.
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