Goldsboro, NC

Columbus, OH

North Carolina State

It’s a phenomenon in the eastern part of the state. Horses mysteriously vanish on the North Carolina Outer Banks. Some call them ghost horses and it happens on the northern end of the Outer Banks. For example, there is a wild stallion that the locals named Dash. Horses Mysteriously...

Horses Mysteriously Vanish On The North Carolina Outer Banks

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"They get more than us, Why nobody told me about this?". If you're looking for a tasty option that won't break the bank, a Chick-fil-A's kids' meal might be just what you're after. It seems like a great deal. In fact, some people argue it's a better deal than a regular adult meal. This TikToker took the audience through the ins and outs of this meal.

Chick-fil-A customer says they’ll never order a full meal again after seeing kids’ meal

Georgia State

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Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

Ohio State

The Lantern

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

South Carolina State

Cashiers, NC

When temperatures soar across the South, you don't have to travel far to find a welcome respite from the heat. Or to see breathtaking fall foliage as temperatures start to drop as summer turns to fall. Cashiers, North Carolina, is a town built upon a plateau in the Blue Ridge Mountains, and its rain forest landscape offers daytime highs in the summer that feel like you're just a few degrees away from pumpkin spice.

13 Best Things To Do In Cashiers, North Carolina

Colorado State

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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

Indiana State

An Indiana man has died after his wife and stepdaughter poisoned his root beer over the course of two months. The Independent reports that Harold “Peanut” Allen was 52 years old when he died in Dec. 2022 after drinking root beer that was poisoned with ethylene glycol. Although unscented, the liquid is described as “sweet-tasting” and is commonly found in antifreeze.

Man Dies After His Root Beer Was Poisoned on Fifth Try From Mom-Daughter Duo

Polk County, FL

Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

Douglas, GA

A local Walmart employee was recently arrested on a misdemeanor charge after allegedly stealing over $60 worth of merchandise from the store. Additionally, she faced a felony charge after officers discovered suspected methamphetamine in her locker during the arrest.

Douglas Walmart Employee Arrested for Methamphetamine Possession and Shoplifting

Charlotte, NC

Chattanooga Daily News

Charlotte, N.C. – According to the court documents, the 25-year-old mom, later identified as EmiIy, and her 54-year-old mother, later identified as Sherie, were taken into custody last week and later charged with multiple charges, including child abuse causing serious bodily injury after reportedly leaving EmiIy’s two little children, 1-year-old baby and 2-year-old toddler, with serious injuries.

1-year-old baby and 2-year-old toddler suffered broken bones, burns, and bruises over their bodies only for their mom and grandparent to blame evil splrits which they conjured while using a popular game board

Greensboro, NC

Queen City News

PIEDMONT TRIAD, N.C. (WGHP) — You can have a getaway and never leave town. According to USA Today, the Triad has some notable bed and breakfasts and boutique hotels. On USA Today’s “10 best bed-and-breakfasts in the US” list, the Historic Magnolia House bed & breakfast in Greensboro was ranked sixth. “Music legends including Tina […]

Two of the nation’s best-ranked hotels are in North Carolina, USA Today reports

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

Denver, CO

More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

Winder, GA

A 50-year-old former jailer has been charged by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) with cruelty to inmates and violation of oath of office. On Sunday, July 21, the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office requested the GBI to investigate an incident involving one of their jailers, Lolita Lightner of Winder, Georgia.

Former Jailer at Georgia County Jail Arrested

Cooking With Maryann

I love macaroni salads, and this is truly a special one. It's got something for all of the tastebuds and textures. Soft, crunchy, chewy, sweet, savory, tart, creamy, and oh so fresh! Here's what you'll need to make 8-10 side servings:

Amish Macaroni Salad

One man is dead after a five-hour standoff with police Sunday morning near Ohio State’s South campus. Credit: Lantern File Photo. One man is dead after an over-five-hour-long barricade standoff with the Columbus Division of Police Sunday morning.

One dead after five-hour standoff with police in the University District Sunday morning

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Scott County, VA

Fort Blackmore, VA

Watchful Eye

The child abuse and neglect charges against 24-year-old Michael Finley and 19-year-old Hannah Danielle Davidson have been upgraded to murder. As previously reported, the Fort Blackmore couple are accused in the death of Davidson’s 7-week-old baby who, according to Scott County Sheriff’s Office, was “critically injured.”

Scott Co. couple accused for death of infant now facing murder

Massachusetts State

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Juney, an inspiring dog who has been through so much in his short life and is now looking for a forever home. Juney's story is one of remarkable resilience and the unwavering spirit of a dog who has overcome unimaginable adversity.

Meet The Sweet Dog Who Survived a Machete Attack Now Looking For Love

Florida State

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

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Minor set mobile home fire that displaced 5 children, 2 adults, Goldsboro Fire Department says

GOLDSBORO, N.C. (WNCN) — Seven people have been displaced by a mobile home fire in Goldsboro that officials say was set by a minor. The Goldsboro...

Minor set mobile home fire that displaced 5 children, 2 adults, Goldsboro Fire Department says

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