Amanda Wright
Amanda Wright writes about culture from Austin — film, music, the occasional sports moment that becomes a culture moment. She left a magazine job for OwlyTimes because she wanted to file faster than monthly. Drafts read like a friend's text; the reporting is the slow part.
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SportsLeBron James Hits Late Three to Give Lakers 3-0 Lead Over Rockets
LeBron James scored a late three-pointer to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 112-108 win over the Houston Rockets, securing a 3-0 lead in the NBA playoffs.
SportsBryant Bulldogs Sweep UMass Lowell With 4-2 Win at LeLacheur Park
The Bryant Bulldogs defeated the UMass Lowell River Hawks 4-2 at LeLacheur Park on Sunday, completing a three-game series sweep with strong pitching.
SportsBears Trade Up for Georgia Tech DT Jordan van den Berg in Round 6
The Chicago Bears traded up in the sixth round of the 2026 NFL Draft to select Georgia Tech defensive tackle Jordan van den Berg for their roster needs.
SportsLions Skip Safety Draft Picks Despite Lingering Defensive Concerns
General Manager Brad Holmes bypassed the safety position during the recent NFL Draft despite ongoing medical concerns regarding the Detroit Lions roster.
SportsThunder Take 3-0 Series Lead Over Suns After 121-109 Game 3 Win
The Oklahoma City Thunder take a 3-0 series lead against the Phoenix Suns after a 121-109 Game 3 win, powered by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 42 points.
SportsVikings Select Injured Florida DT Caleb Banks With 18th Pick
The Minnesota Vikings selected Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks with the 18th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft despite his recent left foot injury.
EntertainmentTeen Finds Police Captain’s Gun at Tysons Level99 Entertainment Center
A teenager discovered a Fairfax County police captain’s personal firearm at the Level99 entertainment center in Tysons, Virginia, on April 26, 2026.
EntertainmentGun Found at Level99 Gaming Arena in Tysons Prompts Evacuation
Fairfax County police evacuated the Level99 gaming arena in Tysons, Virginia, after an off-duty captain lost his personal firearm inside the facility.
SportsAvalanche take 3-0 series lead after gritty win at Crypto.com Arena
The Colorado Avalanche defeated the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena on April 23, 2026, to secure a 3-0 lead in their current playoff series match.
SportsKerr denied record-breaking 64th goal in Chelsea draw with Everton
Refereeing errors denied Chelsea striker Sam Kerr her 64th Women’s Super League goal, leaving her tied with Fran Kirby after a draw against Everton today.
SportsCavaliers and Raptors Struggle Through Ugly Playoff Game in Toronto
Rookie Collin Murray-Boyles energized the Cleveland Cavaliers during a gritty, low-scoring playoff victory against the Toronto Raptors in Canada tonight.
SportsWoods Richardson Error Costs Twins in Sunday Loss to Rays
Simeon Woods Richardson committed a costly error that led to a four-run third inning, causing the Minnesota Twins to lose 4-2 to the Tampa Bay Rays Sunday.