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Wisconsin Town Among The America's 'Best Small Towns To Visit'

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Herbie J Pilato

It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

Ohio State

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On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Iowa State

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Illinois State

Lincoln, IL

Angry Ben

Severe Thunderstorms Ongoing in Illinois This Morning. Good morning everyone. We have a busy morning already as severe thunderstorms from last night are pushing through parts of Illinois. Areas such as Lincoln, IL are having a rough morning with torrential rain, frequent lightning, and damaging winds in excess of 60mph.

Enhanced Risk For Severe Weather Across South Dakota, Minnesota, Nebraska, and Iowa Tonight

Chicago, IL

Axios Chicago

Plant-based food company Impossible Foods will launch an Impossible Quality Meats pop-up in Uptown's XMarket Food Hall Tuesday. Why it matters: It will be the first in-person Impossible restaurant in Chicago — in the food hall's PlantX Bodega.What they're saying: "With Impossible Quality Meats, we wanted to offer diners a fun way to experience our food...like nachos, smash burgers and chili cheese dogs," Impossible Foods CEO Peter McGuinness said in a statement. On the plate: Plant-based sausage breakfast sandwiches, Asian style meatballs, nachos, chicken Caesar salads, burgers, Chicago-style hot dogs, bratwurst, chicken nuggets and Oatly soft serve. Plus: Products to cook at home.  Crispy chicken Asian salad, Asian meatballs and meatball sliders. Photo: Monica Eng/Axios. Taste test: Monica tried the Asian crispy chicken salad ($12.99), the Asian meatballs ($11.99), meatball sliders ($12.99) and smashburger ($9.99).The verdict: Enjoy the crispy chicken and tasty meatballs, but skip the mushy smashburger.What's next: The pop up will be giving away samples of Impossible hot dogs, burgers and Oatly soft serve while supplies last starting Saturday at 11am.If you go: 804 W. Montrose Ave.

Impossible Foods opens first Chicago pop-up Uptown with free samples

San Antonio, TX

Axios

Local restaurants are offering deals to celebrate the back-to-school season. Why it matters: Specials can make heading back to class a bit more exciting and help families and educators figure out dinner plans during a typically busy month. 🍔 Chris Madrids is offering a family dinner throughout August that comes...

San Antonio restaurants offering back-to-school deals

Port Richey, FL

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Florida’s buffet lovers are in for a shocker as the popular Royal Sushi Buffet & Hibachi in Port Richey has been temporarily shut down following a state inspection. This isn’t the first time the eatery has faced such trouble, but the recent closure has sparked quite a buzz among its loyal patrons and food enthusiasts alike.

Live roaches, flying objects in the kitchen and soiled shelves- Buffet closed again in Florida

Shortly after winning Best Chef Northwest at the James Beard Awards in 2023, chef Vince Nguyen announced he would close his tasting menu restaurant Berlu to focus on his growing family and resurrect his pop-up bakery. 🍓 The latest: Now, eight months in, Berlu Bakery is open only on Saturdays...

Not-so-sweet Vietnamese treats at Berlu Bakery

South Dakota State

Former child star Bobby Buntrock's life ended in tragedy. Best known as Harold “Sport” Baxter on the popular 1960s TV sitcom Hazel, Butrock died at only 21 years old in a car accident in 1974.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Bobby Buntrock, and How TV's 'Hazel' Shirley Booth Protected him

Minnesota State

We've got an abundance of great Mexican places to recommend to out-of-town visitors, so if the locals suggest a restaurant to America's next possible president and VP, it's probably worth taking that seriously. State of play: Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, stopped by Cocina Adamex after...

Enjoy Mexican food worthy of a presidential campaign at Cocina Adamex

Seattle, WA

Democratic socialist Shaun Scott emerged from last week's primary far ahead in the race to replace state Rep. Frank Chopp (D-Seattle), who is retiring after 30 years in the Legislature. Why it matters: Chopp's departure has set up a November battle between Scott, a progressive anti-poverty activist, and Democrat Andrea...

Democratic socialist leads in central Seattle legislative race

Warroad, MN

Escape to Warroad, Minnesota, a picturesque lake town that offers more than just scenic views. Located on the southwest shore of Lake of the Woods, this charming town is a treasure trove of outdoor adventures, local history, and friendly folks who welcome visitors with open arms. With its serene landscapes,...

This Picturesque Lake Town In Minnesota Might Be The Best-Kept Secret In The Midwest

Detroit, MI

Axios Detroit

The downtown Hudson's development is nearing approval for the trademarks of its historic name, having previously encountered difficulties registering it.Why it matters: The highly anticipated $1.4 billion development, set to be Michigan's second tallest building after the RenCen, is located on the site of the iconic former J.L. Hudson department store.The construction project, which has yet to announce an opening timeline, remained unnamed for years but was consistently referred to as "Hudson's."Flashback: In a process that began in September, developer Bedrock applied for trademarks and was initially rejected by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), in part because of...

Detroit Hudson's development nears securing trademarks after challenges

Colorado State

Hey there, future mover! Before you get too excited about relocating to Colorado, let me stop you right there. Here are 12 completely valid (and not at all exaggerated) reasons why you should think twice about making the Centennial State your new home. Mountain Overload. If you’re not a fan...

12 Reasons Why You Should Never Ever Consider Moving to Colorado

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

South Carolina State

Charleston, SC

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Beer tourism is booming, and as beer enthusiasts prepare for upcoming celebrations, they are eager to discover the best cities to enjoy their favorite beverage. With summer in full swing, new data by Tasting Table reveals that Google search trends for "best beer cities in the US" have increased by 70% in the last 30 days, while searches for "beer tasting tours" have surged by 90%.

3 South Carolina cities make list of Best Beer Destinations in U.S.

Denver, CO

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Every weekend, Denver7 compiles a list of some fun events you might enjoy. Here are our picks for the 7 best things to do in the Denver metro area and beyond this weekend

7 best things to do in Colorado this weekend: Aug. 9-11, 2024

Pennsylvania State

Carlisle, PA

WUSL Power 99

Here's where you can find it, and why it is the best!

Pennsylvania Destination Named Among 'Best Small Towns To Visit' In The US

Halloween is still months away, but Central Ohio retailers like the T.J. Maxx store seen above are promoting the holiday earlier than ever. Why it matters: Halloween is big money for retailers. Last year's sales were projected to reach $12.2 billion, according to the National Retail Federation's annual holiday survey.

It's beginning to look a lot like "Summerween"

Quincy, MA

Dianna Carney

Great news for foodies in the Quincy area! The Quincy Chamber of Commerce has announced the highly anticipated return of the Taste of Quincy Food Festival, marking its first occurrence since 2019. "We're thrilled to kick off the summer with a spectacular local food festival, hosted along the beautiful waterfront at the Adams Inn!" the Chamber stated, expressing their excitement.

Popular Quincy Food Festival Returns For First Time in 4 Years!

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Taste test: Sun King's State Fair Pickle Beer

Have you ever been kicking back with a cold beer and thought to yourself, \"This would be even better if someone poured pickle juice into it?\"...

Have you ever been kicking back with a cold beer and thought to yourself, "This would be even better if someone poured pickle juice into it?"...

Taste test: Sun King's State Fair Pickle Beer

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