Chloe Esposito announced in late January that a “wonderful, unexpected surprise” had occurred and that she wouldn’t be able to defend her modern pentathlon title at the Tokyo Olympics.
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Maine sees first female Eagle Scout
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Legislators seek to pass a bill to address student achievement gaps
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Lawmakers debate pro deer baiting by hunters bill
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County sheriffs need more accountability
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The 2021 Conference USA women’s basketball tournament will determine which team gets an automatic bid to the NCAA Women’s …
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Gymnastics test event canceled ahead of Tokyo Olympics
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No. 1 Gonzaga blows out Saint Mary’s 78-55 in WCC semifinals
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No. 1 UConn routs Marquette for 19th Big East championship
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