Casandra Elizabeth "Cassie" Ventura, an American singer, actor, dancer, and model, was born in Connecticut. She gained fame with her debut album in 2006 and notable acting roles. Cassie has faced personal challenges, including a high-profile relationship with Sean "Diddy" Combs, which contributed to ongoing legal battles regarding abuse allegations.
13 things about Buffalo, New York’s 62nd mayor Byron Brown
Byron William Brown II, the first African-American mayor of Buffalo, New York, has had a distinguished career in politics since graduating from Buffalo State College in 1983. He served in various political roles, including on the Buffalo Common Council and New York Senate, before his tenure as mayor began in 2006. Brown announced his resignation in 2024 to become CEO of Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation.
13 things about Doral, Florida’s Jonathan Oddi
Jonathan Oddi, an American businessman and fitness enthusiast from Doral, Florida, has a diverse background as a former adult film actor and stripper. He has held various managerial roles and was active in business administration studies in Argentina. Oddi gained notoriety after a 2018 incident involving a shooting at Trump National Doral.
2025 Lapu-Lapu mayor, vice mayor, councilors elected
Opon, founded by Augustinian missionaries in 1730, became Lapu-Lapu City in 1961, named after the chieftain who defeated Magellan in 1521. Junard "Ahong" Quirante Chan was elected congressman in 2025. The city has 30 barangays and 277,288 voters. In Miss Universe Philippines 2025, Natasha Agosto Testa represented the city.
13 things about Miss Maine USA 2025 second runner-up Jordon Hudson
Jordon Isabella Roosevelt Hudson, born in Provincetown, Maine, is an American cosmetologist and beauty queen. A Bridgewater State University graduate, she received her cosmetology license and holds notable positions, including COO of Belichick Productions. Hudson was Miss Massachusetts Teen USA 2020 third runner-up and is a candidate for Miss Maine USA 2025.
13 things about Swedish-Jamaican model Bella Davis
Gabriella Magnusson, known as Bella Davis, is a Swedish-Jamaican model and beauty queen involved in a legal dispute with actor Joel Kinnaman. Kinnaman filed a restraining order against her, alleging threats and extortion following their brief consensual relationship. Both parties have filed complaints against each other, including accusations of rape and blackmail.
10 things about Miss Maine USA 2024 Anne Baldridge
Anne Summer Baldridge, a television news reporter from Louisville, Kentucky, was crowned Miss Maine USA 2024 and represented Maine in Miss USA 2024, where she did not place. She holds degrees in broadcast journalism and journalism and has worked with various news outlets. Baldridge is passionate about empowering women.
10 things about New Hartford, Iowa native Chuck Grassley
Chuck Grassley, born in Iowa in 1933, is a prominent American politician affiliated with the Republican Party. He has served in various governmental roles, including Iowa House Representative, U.S. House Member, and U.S. Senator since 1980. Grassley has had a significant political career, marked by numerous re-elections and leadership positions.
13 things about 117th South Carolina governor Henry McMaster
Henry Dargan McMaster is a South Carolina politician, veteran, and Republican. Born in Columbia, he served in the U.S. Army, practiced law, and held various political positions, including U.S. attorney, attorney general, and governor. Elected in 2018, he was reelected in 2022, becoming the longest-serving governor in state history.
13 things about Great Bend, Kansas native Jerry Moran
Gerald Wesley "Jerry" Moran, born in Kansas, is a Republican politician and lawyer. He served in various roles, including member of the Kansas Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives. With a background in economics, he has also chaired the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee. He resides with his wife and two daughters.
