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WHAT’S HAPPENING Trump plans to revive Presidential Fitness Test for American schoolchildren Washington, D.C. President Donald Trump plans to reestablish the Presidential Fitness Test for American schoolchildren. The program was created in 1966 and had children run and perform situps, pullups or pushups and a sit-and-reach test. It changed in 2012 to focus more on individual health than athletic feats. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Trump wants to promote healthy active lifestyles for future generations. Trump plans to sign an order later Thursday reestablishing the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition. He’ll be joined at the White House event by a number of prominent athletes, including some who’ve faced controversy.
Hulk Hogan’s cause of death was heart attack, medical examiner says Clearwater, Fla. Professional wrestler Hulk Hogan died of a heart attack last week, according to a medical examiner’s report released Thursday. The report from the District Six Medical Examiner in Florida said Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, previously had leukemia and an irregular heart rhythm. Hogan died July 24 in Florida at age 71. He was pronounced dead at a hospital less than 90 minutes after medics in Clearwater arrived at his home to answer a morning call about a cardiac arrest.
Trump announces 25% tariff on India, unspecified penalties for buying Russian oil Washington, D.C. President Donald Trump says the United States and India are still negotiating on trade despite new tariffs slated to begin in a few days. Trump told reporters Wednesday he’ll “see what happens.” India’s government said it is studying the implications of Trump’s announcement he’ll impose a 25% tariff on goods from India, plus an additional import tax because of its purchasing of Russian oil. Trump intends to charge an additional “penalty” starting Friday as part of the launch of his administration’s revised tariffs on multiple countries. India’s Trade Ministry said it remains committed to negotiating a “fair, balanced and mutually beneficial” bilateral trade agreement.
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Dozens of boats prepare for a Wake the World event at Lilly’s Bridge Marina on Lake Tillery, last week. The nonprofit has grown from one man’s vision after a life-changing accident to 45 events nationwide. Full story in next week’s Stanly News Journal.
Lulu’s Teahouse and Treasures opens near downtown Albemarle The new store features fine teas with craft art, collectibles and more
Melanie Moore, owner of Lulu’s Teahouse and Treasures, pours a piping hot cup of tea.
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ALBEMARLE — A butler in a famous TV commercial once asked former boxing heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis if it was teatime. For Albemarle, teatime has arrived with the new Lulu’s
Teahouse and Treasures in the downtown area. At the teahouse at 124 North Main St. in the building that previously housed Armadillo Axe Throwing, owner Melanie Moore has created an eclectic collection of art, collectibles, fine antiques and more, along with various types of iced and hot tea. The teahouse had a soft opening July 15 and will celebrate a grand opening Aug. 9 from See LULU’S, page A5
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Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle B.J. Hill (92) reacts after a play last December. Hill is back on the field after an injury caused him to miss time in camp. Read more on page B2.
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City crime declined by 7.5% in 2024 compared to 2023 By Jesse Deal Stanly News Journal
ALBEMARLE — After a two-month delay due to a change in records management, the Albemarle Police Department has released its 2024 annual report. APD Police Chief Ryan Manley recently presented the report during the Albemarle City Council meeting on July 21, highlighting a con-
tinued decline in crime across the city. According to data compiled through the National Incident Based Reporting System, overall crime in Albemarle dropped 7.5% in 2024 compared to 2023 and has fallen by 21% over the past five years, making it the four consecutive years that number has gone down. In 2024, the department reported two homicides, 10 robberies, three rapes, one arson and 1,196 total arrests. The report showed an
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