# special section (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover special section. Page: Feed: --- ## [2026 Fall Sports Program](https://www.maysville-online.com/special-sections/327341/2026-fall-sports-program) _2026-08-21 · mevans · Ledger Independent – Maysville Online_ ## [Cattaraugus County Veteran Services to conduct September sessions](https://www.salamancapress.com/2026/08/20/cattaraugus-county-veteran-services-conduct-september-sessions-20260818-1347-141344/?ta_paidstory) _2026-08-20 · - Salamanca Free Press_ Steve E. McCord, director of Cattaraugus County Veterans Services, will be available to discuss Veterans Affairs benefit laws, the healthcare system or other concerns or questions veterans and their families may have. He will be available in: Gowanda, American Legion Post, 1:30–4 p.m., Sept. 2. Little Valley Memorial Library, 1:30–4 p.m., Sept. 3 and 17. Randolph, American Legion Post, 10 a.m. to… ## [Old Times Remembered for Aug. 20-26](https://www.salamancapress.com/2026/08/20/old-times-remembered-aug-20-26/?ta_paidstory) _2026-08-20 · - Salamanca Free Press_ 150 Years Aug. 24, 1876: (LITTLE VALLEY —) The Fat Men’s Race at the County Fair will be one of the most attractive features. We have not learned whether Hi. Ridout and Lewis Sprauge will enter the lists, but we presume they will be on hand among the other heavy weights of the county. A mistake was made last week in the list of prizes in this race. The prizes are $5, $3 and $2. Aug. 24, 1876: The… ## [Cattaraugus County Source 08-20-2026](https://www.salamancapress.com/2026/08/20/cattaraugus-county-source-08-20-2026/) _2026-08-20 · - Salamanca Free Press_ ## [Kellen’s Pressing Issue](https://www.salamancapress.com/2026/08/20/kellens-pressing-issue-20260818-1906-495571/?ta_paidstory) _2026-08-20 · - Salamanca Free Press_ I got nothing Some weeks are harder to write pressing issues for than others. Some weeks I have something going on in my personal life that I want to share, or something big happens in the arts and entertainment worlds that I want to talk about, but this week there really isn’t much to share, and that’s OK. In the age of the internet and the smartphone, doing nothing has become a lost art. Next… ## [Henry’s Pressing Issue](https://www.salamancapress.com/2026/08/20/henrys-pressing-issue-20260814-1746-151440/?ta_paidstory) _2026-08-20 · - Salamanca Free Press_ Football's back When August rolls around, it can mean a lot of things. The summer is coming to an end. Maybe that’s accompanied by new beginnings. But for people like myself, it also carries an accompanying dread. Another year means another 17 weeks of fantasy football. I don’t play for money, but I do play for pride, and ultimately for shame. For the last few years, during a severe cold streak,… ## [Deb’s Pressing Issue](https://www.salamancapress.com/2026/08/20/debs-pressing-issue-20260817-2228-532315/?ta_paidstory) _2026-08-20 · - Salamanca Free Press_ Sugar for the brain Did you know early humans likely ate carbs and sugary foods? Turns out, sweets and starches played an essential role in human evolution, which helped in our brain development. Of all the primates, humans have the largest brains. Nearly 4 million years ago, the brains of the human species weighed about one pound, while the brain of a modern homo sapiens that emerged around… ## [TV Week – August 22, 2026](https://www.maysville-online.com/special-sections/327366/tv-week-august-22-2026) _2026-08-19 · Angela Carter · Ledger Independent – Maysville Online_ ## [Out & About](https://www.salamancapress.com/2026/08/19/out-about-20260817-1930-217929/?ta_paidstory) _2026-08-19 · Salamanca Free Press_ To add an event, email the details to salamancapress@gmail.com. Include "Out & About" in email subject line. Aug. 21 – Gary Allan and Rodney Atkins Concert at Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino. The show by Allan and Atkins will lead off a sizzling weekend of outdoor entertainment at Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 22 – Otto Freedom Fest in downtown Otto. A full day of family-friendly… ## [Master Gardeners offering authentic Tai Chi, Qi Gong sessions starting Sept. 1](https://www.salamancapress.com/2026/08/19/master-gardeners-offering-authentic-tai-chi-qi-gong-sessions-starting-sept-1/?ta_paidstory) _2026-08-19 · Salamanca Free Press_ ELLICOTTVILLE — Master Gardeners from the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Cattaraugus County will host “Cultivate the Garden. Cultivate Yourself,” a six-week introductory series on authentic Tai Chi and Qi Gong. The outdoor classes will run every Tuesday evening 6-7 p.m. from Sept. 1 through Oct. 6 at the scenic Nannen Arboretum, 28 Parkside Drive. All proceeds will directly benefit the Cornell… ## [Prime Noise-Cancelling Picks (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/BPpBL7yf45s7) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Browse Prime-eligible, 4-star-and-up noise-cancelling earbuds with fast shipping and deals ## [Wagging Tales from Mason County Animal Shelter](https://www.maysville-online.com/pets/327367/wagging-tales-from-mason-county-animal-shelter-115) _2026-08-19 · Ledger Independent · Ledger Independent – Maysville Online_ Meet Maggie May! Maggie is a six year old sweetheart who has mastered the art of being the perfect family dog! She’s friendly, loving, housebroken, and gets along wonderfully with both dogs AND cats. Maggie May is also a clever girl who knows tricks, so she’s ready to impress you with her skills… especially if treats are involved! She’s got plenty of love to give and would absolutely adore a… ## [Memories of the Pennyroyal during its 80th anniversary](https://www.salamancapress.com/2026/08/19/memories-pennyroyal-80th-anniversary/?ta_paidstory) _2026-08-19 · By DEB EVERTS Press Reporter · Salamanca Free Press_ LEON — This year marks the 80th anniversary of the Pennyroyal Race Track in Leon. Now long gone, the Leon Historical Society is honoring the memories of the drivers and the track that brought so much excitement to their town back in its heyday. It’s hard to imagine an unassuming little town in the heart of Amish country would be the site of a once-popular racetrack and the springboard of two… ## [Ranger Steel unveils new machine at ribbon cutting](https://www.maysville-online.com/news/327363/ranger-steel-unveils-new-machine-at-ribbon-cutting) _2026-08-19 · Ledger Independent · Ledger Independent – Maysville Online_ On Thursday, Aug. 6, Ranger Steel unveiled its new steel cutting machine during a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its Maysville location. This machine is currently one of only four in the United States, and one of eight in the world. ## [Police Reports](https://www.salamancapress.com/2026/08/19/police-reports-20260817-1926-594406/?ta_paidstory) _2026-08-19 · Salamanca Free Press_ Salamanca Police Aug. 7, 9 a.m. , Heather M. Palmer, 36, of Salamanca, was arrested on a warrant related to charges of selling alcohol to a person under 21, a class A misdemeanor. Palmer was released with an appearance ticket. Aug. 8, 3:19 a.m. , Rose M. Bickford, 44, of Salamanca, was charged with aggravated family offense and first-degree criminal contempt, class E felonies; and second-degree… ## [High school football returns in Kentucky](https://www.maysville-online.com/sports/327362/high-school-football-returns-in-kentucky) _2026-08-18 · Ledger Independent · Ledger Independent – Maysville Online_ As many of you realize, I covered high school sports in the area for more than a decade, and I always looked forward to the beginning of football season. This was true despite the sport being unequivocally the most difficult one to cover, simply due to the time constraints my compadres Zack Klemme, Jonathan Fraysure and Matt Montavon were under to get the game stories completed before deadline.… ## [Maysville floodwall mural restorations underway](https://www.maysville-online.com/news/327358/maysville-floodwall-mural-restorations-underway) _2026-08-15 · Ledger Independent · Ledger Independent – Maysville Online_ One of the most memorable aspects of the downtown Maysville area is the murals featured along the floodwall. Due to water damage, portions of the murals are currently undergoing restorations by their original artist Robert Dafford and muralist Chris Frugè. ## [Bisotti reveals upcoming Chamber events to Rotarians](https://www.maysville-online.com/news/327356/bisotti-reveals-upcoming-chamber-events-to-rotarians) _2026-08-14 · Ledger Independent · Ledger Independent – Maysville Online_ On Tuesday, Aug. 4, Executive Director of the Maysville Area Chamber of Commerce Shea Bisotti spoke to Rotarians about the Chamber’s upcoming events at their regular meeting. ## [It always comes down to defense](https://www.maysville-online.com/sports/327355/it-always-comes-down-to-defense) _2026-08-14 · Ledger Independent · Ledger Independent – Maysville Online_ Let’s start today’s blurb with what could be called either an ancient sports axiom or just an overused cliché. It became a popular saying among the coaching community when legendary football coach Paul “Bear” Bryant said, “Offense wins games, but defense wins championships.” ## [2026 Fall Sports Preview](https://www.maysville-online.com/special-sections/327293/2026-fall-sports-preview) _2026-08-14 · mevans · Ledger Independent – Maysville Online_ ## [Cattaraugus County Source 08-13-2026](https://www.salamancapress.com/2026/08/13/cattaraugus-county-source-08-13-2026/) _2026-08-13 · - Salamanca Free Press_ ## [Code Faster with Clear Tutorials (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/srOvOazGNJv1) _2026-08-13 · **Sponsored**_ Short, step-by-step coding videos you can follow along ## [Local golfers compete in Bronco Incitational, Frederick Douglass Ladies Classic](https://www.maysville-online.com/sports/327354/local-golfers-compete-in-bronco-incitational-frederick-douglass-ladies-classic) _2026-08-13 · Ledger Independent · Ledger Independent – Maysville Online_ Two local golf teams recently took a trip to Lexington to compete in the Frederick Douglass Bronco Invitational.