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CAMPAIGN 2024: Dean Phillips ends Democratic Party run for President

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Posted: Mar 6, 2024 2:55 PM CST

U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips of Minnesota ended his long-shot 2024 Democratic presidential bid on Wednesday after failing to win a primary contest against President Joe Biden.

Sen. Katie Britt prepares for the national stage as she delivers the Republican response to the State of the Union Address

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Posted: Mar 6, 2024 2:46 PM CST

Updated: Mar 6, 2024 2:47 PM CST

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After only a year in the U.S. Senate, Sen. Katie Britt (R-Alabama) is wielding her influence — and her blend of experience as a former congressional staffer and mother — to carve out a unique role in the party.

The 2023-24 Basketball Season sets attendance, ticket sales, and revenue records at Troy

Troy Basketball

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Posted: Mar 6, 2024 10:18 AM CST

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The 2023-24 basketball season for both the men’s and women’s teams at Troy set new attendance, ticket sales, and revenue records.

Scott-Grayson earns All-SEC Honors

Auburn Women's Basketball

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Posted: Mar 6, 2024 9:20 AM CST

Updated: Mar 6, 2024 9:29 AM CST

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Auburn’s Honesty Scott-Grayson earns first team All-SEC.

Broome scores 17 to help No. 13 Auburn beat Missouri 101-74, dropping Tigers to 0-17 in SEC

Auburn Men's Basketball

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Posted: Mar 6, 2024 9:07 AM CST

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Johni Broome had 17 points and eight rebounds to lead five players in double figures as No. 13 Auburn beat last-place Missouri 101-74. Chad Baker-Mazara added 15 points and seven boards for Auburn, which led nearly the entire way against a struggling Missouri program that’s winless in league play. Jaylin Williams also scored 15.