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Report – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

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www.nbcdfw.com – Mike Gavin – 2024-05-08 09:52:06

SUMMARY: An in-season men's basketball tournament called “The Players Era Festival” is set to take place in Las Vegas, with participating teams receiving $1 million in NIL payouts to divide among players. Additional opportunities for NIL compensation will be available for the winning team. The tournament will include off-court obligations for players to earn sponsorship money, as well as the chance to secure long-term NIL contracts. Plans to expand to a 16-team field for future tournaments are in the works. The event will comply with NCAA rules regarding NIL compensation, following recent changes allowing college athletes to profit from their name, image, and likeness.

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ABC brings the carnival to Comic-Con with an ‘Abbott’-inspired A.V.A. Fest

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abc13.com – OTRC – 2024-07-26 20:48:30

SUMMARY: A.V.A. Fest, short for “A Very Abbott” Festival, brought a carnival atmosphere to San Diego Comic-Con, inspired by “Abbott Elementary's” chaotic Principal Ava. The festival various activities, including the Philadelphia Eagles Drumline, rides, games, and a “Blessed & Pressed” tote bag station where guests could customize bags. Laura Lovas, V.P. of Strategic Partnerships and Events at ABC, highlighted the over-the-top nature of the event, reflecting Principal Ava's extravagant style. Lovas's favorite attraction was the giant yo-yo swing. The festival aimed to capture the show's playful spirit, with fans encouraged to catch up on episodes on Hulu.

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Hutto, partner mutually agree to part ways on Brushy Creek Amphitheater management

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www.kxan.com – Erica Pauda – 2024-07-26 20:11:45

SUMMARY: The Brushy Creek Amphitheater in Hutto, Texas, has ended its contract with Directors of Chaos, affecting upcoming events. Both parties mutually agreed to the immediate termination. The amphitheater is exploring new management options to maintain its event quality. As a result, the RAIN: Beatles Tribute show scheduled for Aug. 1 has been canceled, with refunds provided to ticket holders. Located on 65 acres next to Adam Orgain Park with Brushy Creek access, the amphitheater expressed gratitude for the contributions of Directors of Chaos during their partnership.

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FBI says bullet struck former President Donald Trump’s ear during assassination attempt at Pennsylvania rally on July 13

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abc13.com – ABCNews – 2024-07-26 19:13:47

SUMMARY: The FBI confirmed that former President Donald Trump was struck by a bullet in the ear during an assassination attempt on July 13, contradicting earlier uncertainty from FBI Director Christopher Wray. Trump criticized Wray's Congress testimony questioning whether he was hit by a bullet or shrapnel. Texas Representative Ronny Jackson, also Trump's former physician, supported Trump's claim, stating there was no evidence of it being anything other than a bullet. The FBI's investigation continues as they examine bullet fragments from the rally site. Trump insists the injury was caused by a bullet and pledges to fire Wray if re-elected.

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