NBC’s Emrick, 74, set to retire

Mike ( Doc) Emrick, NBC’s longtime and distinctive voice of hockey, announced his retirement. The 74- year- old’s storied career included calling 22 Stanley Cup Finals, 14 NHL All- Star games and six Olympics. He was the first broadcaster inducted into the U. S. Hockey Hall of Fame and won eight Emmy awards.

— Helene Elliott

Mission Viejo High football coach Chad Johnson launched a letter- writing campaign, titled “Let Us Play,” hoping to convince state officials to remove strict safety guidelines related to COVID- 19 that have prevented fall sports teams from preparing for the season ahead.

— Eric Sondheimer

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