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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EntertainmentSouthern NH arts thrive with May 14-17 music, performances
The stage lights dim, a hush falls over the crowd, then the first chord rings out, vibrant and alive. This isn't just a fleeting moment of entertainment; i...
SportsJoveljić helps Sporting KC end 8-match home drought vs. Galaxy
Joveljić scores to help Sporting KC beat Galaxy 3-1, ending an 8-match home winless streak.
EntertainmentNew 400 Horses Casino Opens May 5 at 100 Irvine Flats Road
400 Horses casino opens May 5 at 100 Irvine Flats Road. S&K Gaming LLC's Sheila Matt celebrates 35,000-square-foot venue.
SportsOhtani Throws 7 Shutout Innings, 4 Hits vs. Giants at Dodger Stadium
Shohei Ohtani pitches seven shutout innings and allows only four hits against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium.
EntertainmentLA counselor Erik Fleming gets 2 years for Perry ketamine death
LA counselor Erik Fleming receives a 2-year prison sentence for providing the ketamine that led to Matthew Perry's death.
SportsVanderbilt honored by Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame
Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame honors Vanderbilt University for athletic achievements, recognizing key figures in the Commodores' recent success.
SportsChargers Start Phase 2 Offseason Program May 11 at The Bolt
Los Angeles Chargers begin Phase 2 of their offseason program on May 11, 2026, at The Bolt in El Segundo, CA.
Entertainment2027 Grammys Move to ABC, Announced at Disney Upfront in New York
The 2027 Grammy Awards move to ABC, announced at the Disney Upfront in New York. The 69th ceremony airs Feb. 7, 2027, from Los Angeles.
SportsSouthern Section Lacrosse Finals kick off at El Modena High
Southern Section Lacrosse Finals begin Friday, May 12, 2026, at El Modena High, showcasing top talent from Oaks Christian to Mira Costa.
Entertainment175+ MPH Powerboat Race Roars Through Cocoa Beach
Thunder on Cocoa Beach powerboat race features Class 1 racers speeding over 175 mph off the Florida coast.
SportsKimberly Papermakers score 8 runs in 6th, cut 10-run deficit
Kimberly Papermakers score 8 runs in the sixth inning to erase a 10-run deficit, winning 14-13 against Fond du Lac.
SportsAstros' Imai hits Arozarena, Raley; walks next in Daikin Park
Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai hits Arozarena and Raley in Daikin Park, then walks a batter before allowing a grand slam.