Author: Mira Lockwood - Page 2

The Goddard Starbucks on Main Street announced its shutdown next month, leaving regulars and employees uneasy. Management cites lease negotiations and shifting market trends. City officials and locals weigh in on the economic ripple effect. Former baristas discuss job prospects and the chance for a new venue. The story reflects broader changes in small‑town retail.

Prime Video’s The Girlfriend ends with a fatal showdown and a chilling reveal that flips the story on its head. Laura dies after confronting Cherry, whose past is darker than anyone guessed. A flash-forward shows Cherry pregnant and married to Daniel—until a hidden recording exposes her pattern of making people disappear. The series pushes the story in a darker direction than the book.

The CIF Southern Section opened with a mixed bag: shutouts, shootouts, and one-point escapes. Aquinas, Arroyo Valley, and Bishop Diego rolled, while Corona del Mar and Cypress squeaked by. Defensive battles showed up in Cathedral City’s 6-0 win and Apple Valley’s 16-6 grind. Here’s what stood out and every final from a busy Friday.