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Heyde Center Invites Artists from Five States to Explore the Theme of ‘Arrivals and Departures’ in Juried Art Show

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CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wisconsin – The Heyde Center for the Arts in Chippewa Falls is set to host its inaugural juried art show, with the theme of “Arrivals and Departures.” This showcase, running from September 5 to October 16, 2024, aims to capture the constant cycle of arrivals and departures that shape our everyday lives. From significant life events like the birth of a child to mundane moments like eagerly awaiting the end of the workday, we are constantly reminded of the comings and goings in the world around us. Organized by Heyde Center committee member … Read more

Georgia Criminal Defense Attorney Ashleigh Merchant Takes Center Stage in Case Against Former President Trump

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Atlanta, Georgia – In a high-stakes hearing that could upend the sprawling election meddling and racketeering case against former President Donald Trump and 18 other defendants, Ashleigh Merchant, a Georgia criminal defense lawyer, will take center stage on Thursday. Known as a “badass” attorney who also runs marathons in her spare time, Merchant filed a bombshell motion in January on behalf of her client, GOP political operative Mike Roman, alleging an “improper” relationship between Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and a special prosecutor she appointed. Merchant argues that this alleged conflict of interest should … Read more

Pregnancy Crisis Center Lawsuit Advances Despite Thrown-Out Request, Opens Path to Challenge Misleading Advertising Claims

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Worcester, Massachusetts – A lawsuit brought against a pregnancy crisis center in Worcester has advanced, as the judge denied the center’s request to dismiss the case. The center in question, Clearway Clinic, is accused of misleading a pregnant woman who sought medical advice. Clearway, a nonprofit organization, argued that it could not be sued under Massachusetts business laws governing deceptive advertising. However, the judge ruled that the lawsuit is allowed to proceed. This decision is significant as it may pave the way for false and misleading advertising claims against crisis pregnancy centers in Massachusetts. Attorney … Read more

Intimate Stories of Love and Loss Take Center Stage at Sundance Film Festival

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Denver, Colorado – The recently concluded 40th Sundance Film Festival showcased a remarkable selection of award-winning films that focused on love and the complexities of familial relationships. While Hollywood often produces big-budget films, Sundance offered a refreshing change with its collection of independent movies that explored themes of grief, addiction, unexpected death, and even genocide. These films eloquently depicted the ways in which we live, love, hurt, and ultimately survive as a collective society. One of the standout documentaries at Sundance was “Porcelain War,” directed by Slava Leontyev and Brendan Bellomo and produced by Boulder-based … Read more