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GOLD! Arlington's Torri Huske Wins 100-Meter Fly At Paris Olympics GOLD! Arlington's Torri Huske Wins 100-Meter Fly At Paris Olympics
Gold! Arlington's Torri Huske Wins 100-Meter Fly At Paris Olympics Torri Huske has done it. The Team USA swimmer from Arlington took the gold in the 100 meter butterfly in 55.59 at the Paris Olympics Sunday, July 28. TORRI HUSKE FOR THE GOLD IN PARIS IN THE 100M FLY! 😤#ParisOlympics pic.twitter.com/ckLow7dvLp — On Her Turf (@OnHerTurf) July 28, 2024 Huske beat her teammate, Gretchen Walsh, by 0.04 seconds. Walsh took silver. In Tokyo, Huske missed out on a medal by 0.01 seconds.  Huske has been swimming with the Arlington Aquatic Club since she was about 6 years old and later went on to swim for Yorktown High School. She currentl…
These Celebrities Call Virginia Home These Celebrities Call Virginia Home
These Celebrities Call Virginia Home When it comes to celebrities, Virginia boasts a roster of A-List talent to rival any state. Some of the country's most iconic athletes, musicians, and TV personalities live in the Old Dominion state or once called it home.  Here are some of the most notable ones.  Sandra Bullock (actor) — "Miss Congeniality" was born in Arlington before moving abroad with her family. She returned to the area as a teenager and graduated from what is now Washington-Liberty High School.  Dave Grohl (musician) — The former Nirvana drummer and Foo Fighters frontman is synonymous with the Seattle sound, but he'…
These Celebrities Call Virginia Home These Celebrities Call Virginia Home
These Celebrities Call Virginia Home When it comes to celebrities, Virginia boasts a roster of A-List talent to rival any state. Some of the country's most iconic athletes, musicians, and TV personalities live in the Old Dominion state or once called it home.  Here are some of the most notable ones.  Sandra Bullock (actor) — "Miss Congeniality" was born in Arlington before moving abroad with her family. She returned to the area as a teenager and graduated from what is now Washington-Liberty High School.  Dave Grohl (musician) — The former Nirvana drummer and Foo Fighters frontman is synonymous with the Seattle sound, but he'…