Columbus, OH

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"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

Las Vegas, NV

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck areas near Las Vegas on Tuesday night, according to the United States Geological Service (USGS). The quake, which occurred at 8:06 p.m., was centered approximately 45 minutes from Las Vegas, near Indian Springs.

Magnitude 4.4 Earthquake Shakes Areas Near Las Vegas

If you're one of those fine Ford Mustang Mach-E GT owners who love leaving their car in Unbridled mode just to hear it make fun sounds when you drop the hammer, I've got some great news for you. Ford is now officially offering more smiles-per-gallon (erm—kilowatt-hour) with a new over-the-air upgrade for even more power.

For Just $995, Your Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Can Outrun A Tesla Model Y Performance

Colorado State

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

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

Photography Credit: Eric Peache (background) It’s a tough job, but someone’s got to do it: SCCA President Mike Cobb critiquing burnouts from a recent ProSolo. And I realize this makes little sense. Still, felt it was our duty to share. And I realize this makes little sense. Still,...

SCCA President Mike Cobb on recent ProSolo burnouts

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

Skyline performance paired with vintage looks: This 1973 Datsun 240Z has been repowered with an RB25DET from the R32-chassis Nissan Skyline GTS25. The body now sports giant Pandem Z fender flares–hard to miss them–while other upgrades include Wilwood brakes, 17-inch Toyo R888R tires and a Flaming River steering rack. Gauges are by Auto Meter, while the battery comes from Optima.

You Need This: Wide-body, Skyline-powered Datsun 240Z

This content is available for GRM+ members and Grassroots Motorsports magazine subscribers only. You can read it for free in 178 days or subscribe to GRM+ to read right now. That's too cool that it fits so well. Aside from the laborious nature of the repairs J.G. has made so...

Balancing performance and safety without ruining street manners

Ford’s strategic pivot towards SUVs, trucks, and electric vehicles has significantly transformed its product lineup. Where once a vibrant array of passenger cars held court, now stands a world dominated by high-riding vehicles. A recent digital rendering of a potential 2026 Ford Thunderbird has ignited a nostalgic fervor, offering a tantalizing look into a potential resurgence of the iconic coupe.

2026 Ford Thunderbird Revival: A Digital Rendering Teases a Modern Twist on an Iconic Classic Coupe Amid Ford’s Shift to SUVs and EVs

Herbie J Pilato

Actor Jim Nabors was so popular with his portrayal of Gomer Pyle on TV's classic country sitcom, The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-68), that he was spun off into his own series, Gomer Pyle U.S.M.C. (CBS, 1964-69). But when Nabors left the Griffith series, the void was filled by George Lindsay playing Goober Pyle, Gomer's cousin.

When Jim Nabors' Gomer was replaced by George Lindsay's Goober on TV's 'The Andy Griffith Show'

The Volkswagen ID.2, the brand’s cheapest electric car, is real. Volkswagen’s ID.2 was officially spotted for the first time out testing. The sub 25,000 euro ($27,500) electric vehicle is affordable, like a Polo, but still spacious like a Golf. Meet the Volkswagen ID.2 electric car. After unveiling the...

Volkswagen’s $27,000 ID.2 officially spotted for the first time

Denver, CO

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

SlashGear

On the surface, the difference between the Ford Mustang EcoBoost and the Mustang GT is pretty simple. The Mustang EcoBoost gets a 4-cylinder turbocharged engine and the Mustang GT gets Ford's 5.0L V8, also known as the Coyote V8, which is one of the best ever made. While that is the primary difference between the two pony cars, it goes a bit deeper than that, with all sorts of parts and pieces coming together to create Mustangs with unique characteristics.

Ford Mustang EcoBoost Vs. GT: What's The Difference?

Pompano Beach, FL

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In a shocking revelation, Kings Mart, a grocery store in Pompano Beach, has been slapped with a series of severe health violations by the Florida Department of Agriculture. The inspection, carried out by Francis Odio, uncovered a disturbing range of problems that have led to the immediate closure of several sections of the store.

An inspection found bugs in the food and rodent poop on the shelves at a Florida grocery store

Cadillac has unveiled the Sollei concept, an ultra-luxury four-seat convertible. The car is based on the Celestiq and “pushes the boundaries of future bespoke commissions.”. The attention to detail is impressive and the woodwork is a sight to behold. The Cadillac Celestiq marked the brand’s return to the ultra-luxury...

Cadillac Sollei Concept Is The Four-Seat Ultra-Luxury Convertible Of Our Dreams

Serious car collectors of the world, take note: a single-owner $9 million Bugatti Centodieci is up for sale with an exotic car specialist in London, one of just ten ever made. Take note, not for the fact that this limited-run hypercar is up for grabs, giving another buyer the chance to be a lucky owner, in the company of fellow Centodieci-owner, footballer Cristiano Ronaldo.

Curious how a $9 million Bugatti Centodieci hypercar can double in value within just two years? Just ask this billionaire who drove his for 3,000-miles and is now set to sell it for a staggering $19.5 million.

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In a dramatic rescue operation captured on video, the Italian Coast Guard airlifted a pregnant woman from a cruise ship in the Adriatic Sea on Sunday. According to news reports, the woman, who was experiencing complications and "at risk of miscarriage", was successfully transported to a hospital for medical care.

Pregnant Woman Evacuated from Cruise Ship "At Risk of Miscarriage"

Toyota has taken a bold approach with the all-new Camry by ditching the much-loved V-6 powertrain option, while only keeping the four-cylinder hybrid option. Toyota motivates this decision by revealing that most of its customers prefer their Camry models with a downsized engine by a near 94-percent margin. Toyota's hybrid systems are some of the most appreciated and admired pieces of drivetrain technology thanks to the brand's nearly 27-year experience in the field that dates back to the original Camry.

10 Electric Vehicles We'd Buy Over A Toyota Camry (And Why)

The Lens

This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

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#TBT: One of the fastest Volvos before Polestar? The 740 Turbo.

[Editor's Note: This article originally appeared in a 2004 issue of Grassroots Motorsports.]. Boost-fueled Volvo trickery, that’s...

#TBT: One of the fastest Volvos before Polestar? The 740 Turbo.

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