Estes Park, CO

Columbus, OH

Colorado State

Did you know that Rocky Mountain National Park is among the country’s top five most visited parks?. It’s not hard to believe with the breathtaking views, abundant wildlife, and outdoor recreational activities. It’s one of our favorites, and today, we’re sharing our top things to do in this Colorado park.

Is It Worth Visiting Rocky Mountain National Park?

The Sentinel Campground in the Cedar Grove area of Kings Canyon National Park in California will reopen Wednesday, just in time for the 4th of July holiday weekend. Reservations opened Tuesday morning through Recreation.gov. During the busy summer months visitors expecting to camp in the parks should ensure they have a reservation prior to arrival.

Cedar Grove Campground At Kings Canyon National Park Reopens

There are more than 500 campgrounds across the National Park System, and not all are created equal. Which, in your mind, is the worst, and how could the National Park Service improve it?. It could earn that tag because you're pitching your tent in an inch of dust, or there's...

Reader Participation Day: Which Is The Worst National Park Campground?

Wilmington, DE

National Park Service staff, citing a haphazard trail network at First State National Historical Park in Delaware, are proposing to "establish a cohesive and sustainable trail network" there and are seeking public comment on the proposal. The proposed trail system would wind through the 1,359-acre Brandywine Valley that touches both...

First State National Historical Park Planning Trail System

Aurora, CO

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David Heitz

The Aurora City Council will consider using opioid settlement money Monday to pay for drug treatment for clients of its yet to open homeless services campus. The council will vote during its study session whether to spend money from the fund on a peer advisor, a van to transport clients from the navigation center to treatment, and a case manager. The city will receive about $14 million in opioid settlement funds, according to a presentation by city staff to the city council.

Aurora may send homeless people to rehab

Virginia State

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Margaret Minnicks

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

Utah State

Salt Lake City, UT

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) - The sweeping water took another life in a rafting accident along the Green River inside the Dinosaur National Monument. Captain Michael Harp of the Salt Lake City Fire Department was the victim of the accident on Thursday. The Monument staff was notified that a boat...

Fatal rafting accident at Dinosaur National Monument

California State

New York Post

Peace out!

Hundreds of modern-day hippies who form a commune known as the “Rainbow Family” are being kicked out of their campsites at a California national forest with the threat of fines and jail time. 

The US Forest Service ordered about 500 of the permitless campers to leave Plumas National Forest within 48 hours on Wednesday or face a fine of up to $5,000 and/or prison time of up to six months, according to the vacate order. 

The California eviction is the first time the Rainbow Family of Living Light — a loose-knit group of free-spirited people who gather to camp...

Hundreds of modern-day hippies known as ‘Rainbow Family’  ordered to leave California forest — or face fines

North Carolina State

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Town Talks

A Raleigh suburb is the safest town in North Carolina, a new report finds. Fuquay-Varina ranks No. 1 on a list of smaller cities boasting lower crime rates and a lower financial toll on residents, according to results published by Moneygeek.

The safest place to live in North Carolina? This ranks as the state’s No. 1 town

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

According to Shakey's website, this pizza parlor is only in California, North Carolina, and Washington state in the U.S. now. This was my family's go-to pizza joint when my father was stationed with the Air Force outside of Omaha, Nebraska. We liked it so much, that when we were transferred again, it was hopeful we'd find another one.

Shakey's Pizza Parlor and nostalgia: the first franchised pizza restaurant also landed in Missouri

Denver, CO

Denver’s Department of Housing Stability along with Mayor Mike Johnston celebrated the opening Friday of Nest56 at Denargo Market, 2700 Wewatta, a new 56-unit apartment building for youths experiencing homelessness.

Homeless youths will move into Denver apartment building

Maine State

Idaho State

Shop with Me Mama

Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

Mackay, ID

When we relocated to Idaho in 2016, we were surprised by the small size of the town we moved to, but we soon discovered the multitude of enjoyable activities available in Mackay, Idaho.

Exploring the Historic Mines of Mackay, Idaho: A Journey Through Time

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

WyoFile

Within hours of the sighting on Wednesday, Frank van Manen caught word that there was a grizzly sow with five cubs in tow spotted in Yellowstone National Park. Five cubs following mom is so unlikely that van Manen, who leads the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team, pondered an explanation.

Five grizzly bear cubs make the largest litter in Yellowstone-area history

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

Wyoming State

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

Knewz

A 69-year-old hiker died in Grand Canyon National Park Saturday evening, prompting park officials to warn visitors about extreme heat. The National Park Service said in a statement Monday, July 1, that the Grand Canyon Regional Communications Center received a report of a semi-conscious hiker on the River Trail, about halfway between the Silver Bridge […]

Hiker, 69, Dies in Grand Canyon National Park

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

It's getting sticky outside, and the kids are home from school. They don't want to go to camp. You don't want to go work. Instead, let's all just stay home, enjoy the air conditioning, adopt a cat or two, and spend the rest of the summer chilling with the kitties.

These five cats will give you a major dose of summertime fun

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Housing Complex Opens For Rocky Mountain National Park Employees And Others

A housing complex with 16 private bedrooms has opened for seasonal Rocky Mountain National Park employees and Rocky Mountain Conservancy staff. The $2.85 million facility located...

Housing Complex Opens For Rocky Mountain National Park Employees And Others

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