Austin, Texas – September 03, 2026 -- Homebuyers hunting for a new-built house at a discount should look to Charleston, South Carolina, where new construction now sells for 12.2% less than existing homes, according to Realtor.com's second annual Top Metros for New Construction report.

Charleston-North Charleston tops the ranking of the 100 largest U.S. metros with an overall score of 84.7 out of 100. The median new-build listing there runs $443,273, compared with $504,832 for an existing home -- the widest new-construction price advantage among the top 10 markets.

Austin, Texas – September 03, 2026 -- Texas is rolling out a string of new hotels, parks and dining honors this year, giving travelers fresh reasons to plan a trip to the state.

New hotels target wellness and accessibility

1 Hotel Austin, a sustainability-focused property, opens in September. In San Antonio, Morgan's Hotel is designed with technology and trained staff to serve travelers of all abilities. Canyon Ranch Texas opens Oct. 15 in Spicewood, spreading a wellness retreat across 600 acres overlooking Lake Travis.

Buffalo, N.Y. – September 03, 2026 -- New Era and Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen have launched the 2026 Billustration Collection, eight caps designed by children receiving care at Golisano Children's Hospital of Buffalo (GCH Buffalo), with every purchase benefiting the Patricia Allen Fund at the hospital.

The caps are available now at neweracap.com, the New Era Buffalo Store, the New Era SoHo Flagship Store, Buffalo Bills Highmark Stadium, and select retail partners.

Juno Beach, Fla. – September 03, 2026 -- Florida Power & Light Company has launched an online Assistance Center that helps customers find bill help, energy-saving programs and local support in one place.

The centerpiece is FPL Saving Steps, a new program for income-qualified customers that teaches ways to cut everyday energy use. Customers who complete the program can receive a one-time $200 credit toward a future FPL bill.

Clayton, N.Y. – September 03, 2026 -- Georgia pro Caleb Hudson has won the 2026 Pro-Guide Batteries Elite Series Rookie of the Year title, finishing the season with 621 points and a $10,000 bonus.

The 24-year-old edged Alabama's Fisher Anaya by just two points, with Pake South of Texas finishing third at 569 points. Hudson took the points lead after the circuit's second stop and held it through the rest of the season, but the race stayed tight until the final day on the St. Lawrence River.

Clayton, N.Y. – September 03, 2026 -- Trey McKinney, a 21-year-old pro from Carbondale, Ill., has become the youngest angler ever to win the Progressive Bassmaster Angler of the Year title, finishing the nine-event season with 735 points.

McKinney clinched the title with a second-place finish at the Lowrance Bassmaster Elite on the St. Lawrence River, edging Canadian pro Cory Johnston by four points, 735 to 731. The previous record for youngest AOY winner belonged to Kevin VanDam, who was 24 when he first won in 1992.

Los Angeles – September 03, 2026 -- Parking marketplace Parksy has counted its listed spots within five miles of twelve major U.S. stadiums and arenas, revealing a stark divide between downtown and suburban venues.

Tillamook, Ore. – September 03, 2026 -- Tillamook cheese has landed a permanent spot on Route 66, unveiling a roadside landmark shaped like a massive cheddar loaf outside Flagstaff, Arizona.

BETHESDA, Md. -- August 31, 2026 -- Marriott Bonvoy launched 37 player-curated city guides on August 31, covering every U.S. and international location hosting an NFL game this season, from Mexico City to London to Melbourne. The guides pair current and former NFL players with the cities tied to their careers, giving traveling fans a set of insider recommendations to use when planning game-day trips.

ONTARIO, Calif. -- September 01, 2026 -- Platt College graduated its Class of 2026 on Saturday, August 29, during a commencement ceremony at the Ontario Convention Center, marking the 20th consecutive year the college has held the event at that venue. Graduates from Platt's Southern California campuses received associate and bachelor's degrees along with diplomas in front of family, friends, faculty, and staff. The ceremony closed out programs tied to healthcare, technology, business, legal services, and design.