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5 contestants make moves to the top on ‘Dancing with the Stars’

5 contestants make moves to the top on ‘Dancing with the Stars’

  • BRUCE R. MILLER Lee Enterprises

“Traitors” star Maura Higgins was at the top of Wednesday’s “Dancing with the Stars” leaderboard, but she’s not the one others fear.

Video: "The Weight" stars Ethan Hawke and Julia Jones

Video: "The Weight" stars Ethan Hawke and Julia Jones

    Bruce Miller, Lee Enterprises' entertainment reporter, talks with Ethan Hawke and Julia Jones, stars of "The Weight."

    'The Weight' answers the question: How far would you go? | Streamed & Screened podcast

    'The Weight' answers the question: How far would you go? | Streamed & Screened podcast

    • BRUCE MILLER and TERRY LIPSHETZ Lee Enterprises

    Would you do anything for your child? That’s at the heart of “The Weight,” a new movie from Padraic McKinley starring Ethan Hawke, Russell Crowe and Julia Jones.

    Surprises greet new season of ‘Dancing with the Stars’

    Surprises greet new season of ‘Dancing with the Stars’

    • BRUCE R. MILLER Lee Enterprises

    “Dancing with the Stars” is back and had plenty of surprises during the first of its two-night premiere.

    Movies in a Minute: "Practical Magic 2"

    Movies in a Minute: "Practical Magic 2"

      Bruce Miller, Lee Enterprises' entertainment reporter, says "Practical Magic 2" is the sequel that didn't need to happen.

      Why are two celebrities being eliminated during the DWTS premiere?

      Why are two celebrities being eliminated during the DWTS premiere?

      • USA Today - Vertical

      Two celebrities will leave "Dancing with the Stars" before the season's first full week is complete. Here's why.

      Michael W. Smith joins son’s film, ‘Daniel,’ as executive producer

      Michael W. Smith joins son’s film, ‘Daniel,’ as executive producer

      • Bruce R. Miller Lee Enterprises

      “Daniel and the Fiery Furnace” opens in theaters Sept. 18.

      Biggest moments of the 2026 Emmys, from Michael J. Fox to Taylor Swift

      Biggest moments of the 2026 Emmys, from Michael J. Fox to Taylor Swift

        Here are some of the best and biggest moments from the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards.

        Video: "Daniel and the Fiery Furnace" stars Mena Massoud and Elijah Alexander

        Video: "Daniel and the Fiery Furnace" stars Mena Massoud and Elijah Alexander

          Bruce Miller, Lee Enterprises' entertainment reporter, talks with "Daniel and the Fiery Furnace" stars "Daniel and the Fiery Furnace" stars Mena Massoud and Elijah Alexander. The movie, set during the Jewish exile in ancient Babylon, opens on September 18.

          Photos: Scenes from the 2026 Emmy awards

          Photos: Scenes from the 2026 Emmy awards

            Mariska Hargitay Pokes Fun At Nicole Kidman’s Famous AMC Ad At Emmys

            Mariska Hargitay Pokes Fun At Nicole Kidman’s Famous AMC Ad At Emmys

              Mariska Hargitay took a stab at Nicole Kidman's AMC ad as she kicked off hosting the Emmys Monday ... while the iconic actress was sitting right there!

              What to stream: Conjure up more witchy movies along with 'Practical Magic 2'

              What to stream: Conjure up more witchy movies along with 'Practical Magic 2'

                If “Practical Magic 2” is conjuring up all the cozy, spooky feelings despite it still feeling like summer, maybe you want to call in the fall with some witchy movies.

                Fall's 26 biggest movies, from Oscar hopefuls to spooky sequels

                Fall's 26 biggest movies, from Oscar hopefuls to spooky sequels

                  The fall movie season might not break the bank like the summer box office just did, but there's plenty to look forward to in theaters.

                  Every new and returning TV show to watch in September 2026

                  Every new and returning TV show to watch in September 2026

                    Here's a roundup of every major premiere and return series hitting screens this month so you can plan what to stream next.

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                    Movies & Television

                    5 contestants make moves to the top on ‘Dancing with the Stars’

                    5 contestants make moves to the top on ‘Dancing with the Stars’

                    Video: "The Weight" stars Ethan Hawke and Julia Jones

                    Video: "The Weight" stars Ethan Hawke and Julia Jones

                    'The Weight' answers the question: How far would you go? | Streamed & Screened podcast

                    'The Weight' answers the question: How far would you go? | Streamed & Screened podcast

                    Surprises greet new season of ‘Dancing with the Stars’

                    Surprises greet new season of ‘Dancing with the Stars’

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                    Bland County Officials Push for New Guardrails on Route 52

                    Contributor content. Reports have documented blind curves and damaged infrastructure on Route 52, supporting the need for safety improvements.

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