Rose takes on Tiger Woods, wins Farmers Insurance Open GOLF ASSOCIATED PRESS Feb 3, 2026 Feb 3, 2026 0 1 of 2 Nelly Korda tees off on the ninth hole during the first round of the Tournament of Champions LPGa golf tournament on Thursday in Orlando, Fla. PHELAN M. EBENHACK, ASSOCIATED PRESS Justin rose of England celebrates on the 18th green after winning the Farmers Insurance Open on Sunday at Torrey Pines in San Diego. DENIS POROY, ASSOCIATED PRESS Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save ASSOCIATED PRESS SAN DIEGO — No one else had a chance to beat Justin Rose at Torrey Pines on Sunday, and so his final challenge was to take on Tiger Woods.kAm#@D6 H@? E92E 32EE=6[ E@@]k^AmkAmx? H92E #@D6 76=E H2D 9:D >@DE 4@>A=6E6 E66\E@\8C66? A6C7@C>2?46[ 96 D2:=65 E@ 2 a\F?56C f_ 7@C 2 D6G6?\D9@E G:4E@CJ :? 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McDowell County Emergency Services Director Will Kehler to retire “Will’s leadership has left a lasting impact on our organization and our community in ways that will continue for generations." ‘No kings’ rally in downtown Marion draws more than 275 people, organizers say “Folks are paying attention, and they’re ready to head to the polls in the midterms and vote for leadership that respects all Americans.” Old Fort mayor suddenly resigns from office, mayor pro tem appointed acting mayor “I enjoyed my time being the mayor but now look forward to new opportunities. I love Old Fort and am excited to see the town continuing to grow."
One person critically injured in Sunday crash involving bicycle in McDowell County Upon arrival, crews found one patient with critical injuries. Paramedics took the person to Mission Hospital McDowell.
Marion man charged with death by distribution in 22-year-old's 2025 overdose death An autopsy revealed the man died from toxic levels of fentanyl and cocaine in his system.
McDowell County Emergency Services Director Will Kehler to retire “Will’s leadership has left a lasting impact on our organization and our community in ways that will continue for generations."
‘No kings’ rally in downtown Marion draws more than 275 people, organizers say “Folks are paying attention, and they’re ready to head to the polls in the midterms and vote for leadership that respects all Americans.”
Old Fort mayor suddenly resigns from office, mayor pro tem appointed acting mayor “I enjoyed my time being the mayor but now look forward to new opportunities. I love Old Fort and am excited to see the town continuing to grow."
