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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SportsGiants Shut Out Dodgers, Ending Ohtani’s 53-Game Hit Streak
The San Francisco Giants defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-0 on Wednesday, ending Shohei Ohtani’s historic 53-game hitting streak at Dodger Stadium today.
SportsTrump Announces Three-Week Extension to Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire
Donald Trump announced a three-week extension to the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah on April 23, 2026, to stabilize the ongoing regional conflict.
EntertainmentAshley Graham Brings Ella Halikas to Devil Wears Prada 2 Premiere
Ashley Graham invited creator Ella Halikas to the premiere of The Devil Wears Prada 2, which hits theaters nationwide on May 1. She shared her red carpet.
SportsVictor Wembanyama Exits Spurs Game After Hard Fall in San Antonio
San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama left Tuesday’s game at Frost Bank Center after a hard fall led to a formal medical diagnosis of a concussion.
SportsFBS Committee Proposes Permanent Move to Week 0 Starts
The FBS oversight committee proposes a permanent move to a 14-week college football schedule, standardizing Week 0 starts with 12 games and two bye weeks.
SportsWarriors Weigh Draymond Green’s Future Amid Roster Overhaul
The Golden State Warriors front office evaluates the future of Draymond Green as he weighs a player option worth $27.67 million for the next NBA season.
EntertainmentHanson, Rose and Potter Lobby for Artist Rights at Grammys on the Hill
Taylor Hanson, Maggie Rose, and Grace Potter lobbied for the NO FAKES Act in Washington, D.C., to protect musicians' voices and likenesses from AI theft.
EntertainmentRachel Reid Rewrites Hockey Locker Room Tropes in Romance Novels
Author Rachel Reid will receive the Changemaker Award at The Hollywood Reporter’s Women in Entertainment Canada gala this spring for her hockey romances.
EntertainmentCarbondale Idol Returns to Hangar 9 This Wednesday Night
Carbondale Idol returns to the Hangar 9 stage this Wednesday, April 22, at 7 p.m. Local performers showcase their talents in this Southern Illinois ritual.
SportsPadres sign Lucas Giolito to one-year deal with 2027 option
The San Diego Padres signed pitcher Lucas Giolito to a one-year contract that includes an option for the 2027 season to bolster their active roster depth.
EntertainmentClaire Prince Named Head of Entertainment at Elvis Agency
Elvis Agency appoints Claire Prince as the new head of entertainment to lead its mission of transforming brand strategy into professional studio production.
EntertainmentDrake’s April 22 Social Media Tease Sparks Fan Frenzy
Drake posted cryptic social media updates on April 22, 2026, causing fans to scramble for clues regarding his upcoming album release and tracklist details.