Colorado State

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Montana State

Philipsburg, MT

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After defecting to the West in an MiG-25 and revealing Soviet Union secrets, Viktor Belenko lived in hiding on a ranch in Montana.

This $21.7 million ranch for sale in Montana once served as a hideout for a Soviet pilot who defected in a MiG-25. Take a look.

The Yellowstone Actress Found More Than a Part In a New Show—She Found a New Life. Hassie Harrison is the epitome of a true cowgirl, having been around horses and cattle since before she could even walk. Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, she has lived and breathed the Western lifestyle her entire life. From an early age, she developed an affinity for horsemanship, spending weekends grooming and riding horses amid the traditional cowboy culture on her family’s ranch.

Hassie Harrison: The Real-Life Cowgirl Of Yellowstone

According to the Library of Congress, the period of the American West was between 1865 and 1900 and was a time that saw a great deal of turbulence. After 1840, the west saw significant settlement and substantial growth following the Civil War. The Indian Appropriations Act of 1851 facilitated the forced relocation of Native Americans to reservations, opening up previously claimed lands to white settlers eager to stake their claims in the West.

26 Iconic Gunslingers of the Wild West

Massachusetts State

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(MA) Meet Winks, an adorable and incredibly strong puppy with a heartbreaking origin. Winks was found unmoving on the side of a road with severe injuries. He had several very infected wounds and was barely holding on when his rescuers rushed him to the vet. Once there, x-rays revealed the horrifying truth that Winks had been shot numerous times around his face and neck. These injuries resulted in him having his eye removed. Despite that, Winks has made a miraculous and full recovery. He certainly does not let his handicap slow him down at his new foster home. Winks was truly given a second chance at life, and now all he needs is a family to call his own.

10-Month-Old Dog Who Was Hit In Face Several Times Now Searching For Family

Wyoming State

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

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Park staff say they have not been able to locate calf, who fulfilled Lakota prophecy and is named Wakan Gli

Rare white buffalo sacred to Lakota not seen in Yellowstone since birth

Oklahoma State

Tulsa, OK

The Five Civilized Tribes of Oklahoma announced a wildlife management reciprocity agreement that will allow tribal citizens of the Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Muscogee Nation, and soon the Seminole Nation to enjoy hunting and fishing in participating tribes’ treaty territories. The announcement was made Friday...

Tribal Agreement Allows Hunting and Fishing Across Reservations

Hey Julie, I have always wondered about my microwave. If I open the door while it’s working, am I releasing dangerous waves in the air? - Betty B., Shiner. Hi Betty! In the 50 years since microwaves first entered our kitchens, people have questioned their safety and effectiveness. While they do use radiation, microwaves have lower energy than more harmful, “ionized” radiation such as gamma rays or X-rays, according to the CDC. Microwaves are even below ultraviolet and visible light on the energy spectrum, and they’re not associated with the cancer risks of high energy wavelengths. Microwave doors have a built-in failsafe that stops the radiation when opened during a cooking cycle, but manufacturers recommend using the stop or pause button before opening to preserve this feature over the life of the appliance. Opening the door during a cooking cycle can cause electrical damage to the unit and may lead to replacing your microwave more often. It only takes a second to press a button, and I think it’s worth the effort to get the most life out of your microwave!

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New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

South Dakota State

The far-right governor’s comments about Indigenous Americans have crossed a line for all nine tribes in her state

Native tribes on banning Kristi Noem from reservations: ‘She’d be charged with trespassing’

Virginia State

You may have seen tennis shoes across telephone wires in Virginia and wondered about their significance.I was initially told this was done in honor of someone who had died from gun violence in the area.

Tennis shoes on wires across Virginia have different meanings

Whiskey Riff

What a smart creature.

Hard to believe that a wild animal can outsmart people, then again it does happen a lot, especially in Montana.

Montana is home to a ton of wildlife, places like Yellowstone have pristine habitat for all sorts of animals to thrive, while neighboring properties often have plenty of farm land which can be great habitat for many animals too.

Elk are a mainstay in Montana and one of the creatures that folks flock to the area to get the chance to see. They are massive, the second largest member of the deer family, that can reach up to 1,000...

Genius Elk Has No Trouble Getting Across Cattle Guard In Montana

Ever get the feeling that you were born in the wrong era? Dream of duels at dawn, saloon showdowns, and the freedom of wide-open spaces? Well, Wyoming is your time machine with a twist, where the Wild West isn’t just a chapter in a history book—it’s a living, breathing lifestyle. Here, we trade in our horses for horsepower and our wanted posters for gritty ad campaigns, but the spirit? Oh, it’s as wild as ever. Let’s tip our hats to the quirkiest corners of the Cowboy State, where history and modern-day mischief ride side by side.

Wild West Wonders: 21 Classic Wyoming Sights Every American Should Experience

WEST YELLOWSTONE — In a gathering near a picturesque lake outside Yellowstone National Park, hundreds of people cheered on June 26 as a Native American leader spoke the name revealed on a painted hide for a rare white buffalo that was born in the park earlier in June: Wakan Gli, which means "Return Sacred" in Lakota.

Tribes honor birth of rare white buffalo calf, reveal its name: Wakan Gli | OUT WEST ROUNDUP

Nevada State

Belmont, CA

Explore Eureka, Belmont, and Aurora, forgotten gold rush towns in Nevada. Eureka boasts a rich history since the 1860s, blending cultural landmarks with modern attractions. Belmont, once bustling, now stands as a well-preserved ghost town, showcasing mining’s transient nature. Aurora, a once-thriving gold rush town, reflects Nevada’s boom-and-bust past. These towns, with faded glory and rugged landscapes, mirror the rise and fall of mining communities.

3 Forgotten Gold Rush Towns in Nevada

Brooks County, GA

Vanishing Georgia

In Folks Huxford’s The History of Brooks County (1948 ), a history of Hickory Head Baptist Church by Mrs. J. G. Stanley and Mrs. A. J. Reamy tells of the origins of the church. Members of Liberty Baptist Church, at present-day Grooverville, who lived closer to Hickory Head Academy began holding prayer meetings there in […]

Hickory Head Baptist Church, Circa 1873, Brooks County

Sublette County, WY

Bondurant, WY

Billionaire Joe Ricketts is joining the ranks of the rich who have stirred up trouble with their neighbors. This time, it's over elk in rural Wyoming.

Another billionaire is stirring up trouble with their neighbors, this time in rural Wyoming

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WVTF reported that a new Virginia law will become effective on July 1, 2024. The law will prevent utility companies from disconnecting services on various occasions, which could leave someone without power for days.

A new law will keep utilities from being disconnected on weekends and holidays in Virginia

Emily Standley Allard

For centuries, the notion of psychic abilities has fascinated and perplexed humanity. From clairvoyance to premonitions, whispers of extraordinary perception linger within many cultures. Interestingly, astrology suggests that certain zodiac signs may be more predisposed to intuitive gifts and psychic tendencies. Let's explore which signs resonate with these otherworldly skills.

Psychic Abilities and the Zodiac: Which Signs Have the Sixth Sense?

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How the west was won or taken

The American West was won or taken because it was free. It was the manifest destiny for America to expand to the Pacific Ocean. This was...

How the west was won or taken

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