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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EntertainmentTech executives to eclipse ad agencies at Cannes Lions festival
Apple executive Eddy Cue will receive the 2026 Entertainment Person of the Year award at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity this summer.
SportsSteve Bellamy Launches Quiet Racquet Sport to Rival Pickleball
Former Kodak executive Steve Bellamy launches TYPTI, a silent racquet sport played on pickleball courts using a 22-inch racquet and channeled foam ball.
SportsVikings Launch 2026 General Manager Search During May Lull
The Minnesota Vikings officially narrowed their 2026 general manager search to five finalists, including Reed Burckhardt, to rebuild the NFL franchise.
EntertainmentTaste of Cincinnati 2026 expands to four days on Fifth Street
Taste of Cincinnati expands to four days for the first time in 47 years. The festival runs from May 22 through May 25 on Fifth Street in downtown Ohio.
SportsCulver City boys' volleyball thrives despite season-long gym closure
Culver City High boys' volleyball players finished a successful season on the road after flooding forced the closure of their school gym for the year.
SportsKewaunee Baseball Reaches 22-0 Behind Brett Paulsen No-Hitter
Kewaunee baseball maintains a perfect 22-0 record this season after pitcher Brett Paulsen threw a dominant no-hitter against the Crivitz high school team.
SportsSoCal boys' volleyball playoffs open with Tuesday regional wins
Mira Costa defeated Torrey Pines in straight sets as the SoCal regional boys' volleyball playoffs began Tuesday, launching the road to the state title.
SportsTop Outfielders Ranked as MLB Enters Week 9
Aaron Judge leads the latest outfield rankings as the 2026 MLB season reaches week nine, highlighting the consistent performance of the New York Yankees star.
EntertainmentEmbracer Group to spin off Fellowship Entertainment into public firm
Embracer Group plans to spin off Fellowship Entertainment into a new public company, moving iconic franchises like Tomb Raider and Lord of the Rings away.
SportsAmer Sports video series reveals Shanghai's retail reinvention
The pulsating energy of Shanghai ’s retail districts isn't just about commerce; it's a testament to a global cultural shift, a place where brick-and-mortar...
SportsFried leaves Yankees' 7-0 loss due to elbow soreness
The roar of the crowd at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday night gave way to an uneasy hush as Max Fried , the formidable left-hander, abruptly exited the New Yo...
SportsMontréal Victoire dethrones Frost, reaches 2026 PWHL Final
The puck drops. The crowd roars, a cacophony of hope and anxiety. In a decisive Game 5, the Montréal Victoire didn't just win a hockey game; they dethroned...