Virginia State

Columbus, OH

Texas State

Atascosa County, TX

Jourdanton, TX

New York Post

A 12-year-old Texas cheerleader died Monday, four days after she suffered mysterious “life-threatening” injuries that her parents tried to treat with smoothies and vitamins, authorities announced Wednesday. 

Jourdanton Junior High School student Miranda Sipps died in the hospital Monday night after her mother finally called for help when the preteen went into respiratory distress, the Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office said.

The girl’s mother, Denise Balbaneda, and stepfather, Gerald Gonzalez, 40, were arrested for failing to seek medical help sooner for the girl during the four days while she was “mentally and physically incapacitated and non-responsive,” the sheriff said. 



The pair didn’t...

Texas cheerleader, 12, dies after parents tried to treat ‘life-threatening’ injuries with smoothies and vitamins: sheriff

It seems to happen overnight. One day, my kitchen is just fine and the next, it’s buzzing with a gross infestation of fruit flies. I always eye the bananas on the counter and figure they are to blame. “No one likes finding a bunch of fruit flies hanging out...

The Only Way To Get Rid of Fruit Flies, According to a Pest Control Expert

A-Z-Animals

Ah, the dreaded cockroach. These resilient, notorious creatures are what nightmares are made of. These insects find their way inside your home through every little nook and cranny, making themselves comfortable in your kitchen, where they thrive off crumbs and anything else they can find. And once you have them, they can be very difficult […]

Discover 10 Smells That Roaches Absolutely Hate

Ohio State

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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

Out for your blood? Outsmart pesky mosquitoes with plants they really hate! Natural and skin-friendly, you’ll be thanking your garden for it!. We’ve all been here—when we casually step out to admire a bloom-filled garden in shorts and cuppa in hand, only to be ravaged by bloodthirsty mosquitoes! But this fear ends now! We give you plants that mosquitoes really hate—grow them and naturally repel these dreadful twilight monsters!

5 Plants that Mosquitoes Really Hate

Georgia State

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

Whether you're a seasoned sommelier or just dipping your toes in the world of wine, there's a good chance you've heard somebody complain about wine being "corked." It sounds odd at first, until you learn that "corked" isn't just a reference to the way the wine was sealed; it's actually a common way to refer to wine that has been spoiled by cork taint. Cork taint is one of the best-known forms of wine contamination, occurring when certain malodorous compounds in the wooden cork of a wine bottle seep into the wine itself.

Cork Taint: Why It Happens And What It Does To Your Wine's Flavor

In temperate climates around the world, late summer and autumn are the fruiting seasons for wild mushrooms. From dainty chanterelles to big boletes, forests and woodlands offer up a few edible species, plus many more that are best regarded as exotic flowers of the woods. Mushrooms are the fruiting bodies...

How to Get Started Foraging For Wild Mushrooms

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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

Since it is summer, expect to see a lot of mosquitoes. This season brings an increase in mosquito activity, particularly after rainfalls. These insects thrive in warm weather, but don’t be complacent, as it will likely continue until fall. They are not only annoying but also pose a danger, as they can easily spread diseases. They can bite you any time of the day, so make sure to stay protected.

Mosquitoes Hate This Smell

Kentucky Vibes.net

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

Odds are you’ve seen a rodent in your life. The rodent order includes everything from rats and mice to squirrels and beavers. Though these species play key roles in the health of their environments and in the food chain, they can be horrible pests if they find their way into your home or garden. Rats, […]

12 Plants That Repel and Keep Rats Away

Atlanta, GA

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

Florida State

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

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

Las Vegas, NV

Homes & Gardens

Using essential oils can actually make a bed bug infestation worse

Pest control pros warn never to treat bed bugs with essential oils – and what to do instead for true success

Jersey City, NJ

Essex County, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Efrin Wade, a former correctional officer at Essex County Correctional Facility (ECCF), has admitted to accepting $14,000 in bribes to smuggle contraband, including tobacco and a cell phone, into the facility for inmates. The announcement was made today by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Correctional Officer Guilty of Smuggling Contraband: $14K in Bribes Accepted

As a homeowner, dealing with a mouse problem is one of the worst things imaginable. An infestation can be nightmarish and revolting, with droppings left all around the house, attacks on food containers, clothes stained and torn, and an unpredictability that is definitely irritating. Most frightening of all, mice can carry several infectious diseases such […]

12 Natural Home Remedies and Products For Getting Rid of Mice

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Wondering why your clean house is still getting cockroaches? Pest controllers reveal what to do

5 things attracting roaches to your clean house and what you can change to stop it happening

A permanent marker will be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting nearly a year ago at a Dollar General store in the New Town community. City Council approved the marker 17-0 on Tuesday night.

Marker will honor victims of racist Dollar General shooting

NewsBreak

Mosquitoes: More than just annoying

The Virginia Department of Health says mosquitoes are the bane of summertime life. Not only are they annoying and irritating, but they are also one of...

Mosquitoes: More than just annoying

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