NBC’s coverage of Kentucky Derby has evolved over 25 years

By By JOE REEDY AP Sports Writer

When NBC carried the Kentucky Derby for the first time in 2001, the broadcast lasted only 90 minutes.

On Saturday, when it carries the Run for the Roses for the 25th time, 90 minutes wouldn’t be enough for all the feature stories that will run leading up to post time.

NBC Sports will present 12 1/2 hours of coverage across two days on NBC, USA Network and Peacock. There will be five hours for Friday’s Kentucky Oaks on USA Network and Peacock. Saturday’s coverage begins on USA Network at noon...

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South Allegheny students’ boat project passes first test in water

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

May 12, 2026

After building the craft, they took it for a spin on Lake Emilie in Renziehausen Park. Excitement and anticipation were in the air as five South Allegheny High School students tested their custom-buil...

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Forward Township seeks grant to replace bridges

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

May 12, 2026

They are located on Kelly Hollow Road & Ripple Road. Forward Township supervisors discussed plans to pursue state funding for two bridge replacement projects Monday, while also addressing ongoing conc...

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Charleroi Elementary time capsule opening sparks memories from 1997

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

May 12, 2026

Former art teacher Sue Mohney returned to view the items her students placed inside. Nearly 30 years ago, young art students sealed away pieces of their lives inside a time capsule at Charleroi Elemen...

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2 Democrats battle to challenge Kuzma

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

May 12, 2026

Dylan Altemara and Kellianne Frketic are seeking the nomination in the 39th District. Two Elizabeth Township residents will square off again in the May 19 primary election — this time for the Democrat...

Discovery will add to cost of pickleball court project

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Discovery will add to cost of pickleball court project

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

May 12, 2026

The price will increase by $21,920 because of the need to place stone beneath the asphalt. The contractor for White Oak’s pickleball court has some concerns about the asphalt and location of the proje...

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South Allegheny High School crowns prom king and queen

May 12, 2026

South Allegheny High School’s 2026 Prom, “The Golden Gatsby,” was held on Friday at Edgewood Country Club. Shown are the new prom king and queen, Drew Cook and Ava Brown. Submitted