Columbus, OH

Statesboro, GA

Bulloch County, GA

Grice Connect

In light of the impact of Tropical Storm Debby, the superintendent of schools has announced that Bulloch County Schools’ students and employees will not need to make up for the missed days.

Superintendent Charles Wilson made the decision on Aug. 15, in consultation with the board of education. The storm caused significant local flooding and destruction to roadways, which led to schools being closed for five days from Aug. 5-9. Some families are still affected and for now the school district continues to operate on an alternate transportation plan that prevents buses from traveling on dirt roads.

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BCS will not require make-up days for Tropical Storm Debby closure

Florida State

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Lakeland, FL

Akeena

If you’ve been keeping an eye on the local grocery scene in Florida, you might have heard the buzz: some Winn-Dixie stores are making the switch to Aldi. This transition is happening as Aldi snaps up 400 Winn-Dixie locations, including several in Florida cities like Panama City and Lakeland.

A Major Grocery Store Has Closed and Laid Off 48 Employees in Florida

Kentucky State

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

With out-of-region games and inter-conference matchups, and even an old rivalry or two, Week 1 of the high school football season in Northern Kentucky is often as interesting and attractive as any all season. The 15 games for all 21 teams this weekend make that clear.

15 games get high school football off to a flying start this weekend

North Carolina State

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Charlotte, NC

Town Talks

We all like to think we're tidy, with our moms' voices reminding us to make our beds, do the dishes, and clean the bathrooms. But sometimes, we fall short. Did you know that more than 1.57 million Americans live without a toilet or tap at home? The lack of basic water sanitation costs the U.S. economy $8.58 billion every year, according to a report produced by DigDee.

North Carolina City Has Been Named Among The 'Dirtiest' In America

Lissa Leege, originally from Indiana, made Statesboro her home over 25 years ago. Growing up “with a deep love for nature,” she spent her summers in the woods and on the beaches of Lake Michigan. 

After graduating with a degree in Biology from Saint Olaf College in Minnesota, she went on to complete her PhD in Botany/Ecology at Michigan State University in 1997.  

In 1998, Leege joined Georgia Southern University as a Professor of Environmental Biology. Leege expressed, “During that time, I have seen significant changes on our planet, and it has become my goal to both educate students about the causes for...

Lissa Leege: Community leader in sustainability educates and inspires

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

Georgia State

The University System of Georgia (USG) contributed a total of $21.9 billion to Georgia’s economy between July 1, 2022, and June 30, 2023, a $1.8 billion or 9% increase over the previous year, a new study shows.

Conducted on behalf of USG by Jeffrey M. Humphreys, Ph.D., director of the Selig Center for Economic Growth in the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business, the study also showed USG over the same period generated 163,332 full- and part-time jobs across Georgia.

Concurrently, Humphreys in a companion study found that USG bachelor’s graduates from the Class of 2023 will earn $1.4 million more...

University System of Georgia’s economic impact grows to $21.9 billion as graduates earn $1.4 million more with their college degrees

Uncovering Florida

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

[Note: The quotes and commentary that appear in this article are from an interview the author conducted with David White in 1989.]. Actor David White, who died in 1991, found great success for his best-known and likable performance as the devious advertising executive Larry Tate on the classic TV sitcom,Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972).

'Bewitched' Actor David White Forever Mourned the Tragic Pan Am/Lockerbie Death of His Son

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









All dirt roads remain off limits for Bulloch County Schools' buses for now as the county continues to recover from Tropical Storm Debby and the extensive damage it caused to its rural roadways.

The school district will continue with the alternate bus stop plan it communicated with families when schools reopened on Aug. 12, after a five-day closure due to the storm. The decision to extend the plan comes after continued conversations and collaboration with both the Bulloch County Emergency Management Agency and Bulloch County Public Works. Until the school district receives an all-clear from these departments, the alternate transportation plan will remain in effect. 

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All dirt roads remain off limits for buses; Bulloch County to continue with alternate transportation plan for school buses for now

Plymouth, MA

Dianna Carney

The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

Barbecue ribs are an all-American delicacy, with variations ranging from St. Louis-style pork ribs to tender beef ribs. The best ribs are those that are perfectly seasoned, slowly smoked, and smothered in a sweet, sticky glaze.

North Carolina Eatery Named 'Best BBQ Ribs' in the State

When the 2024 MLB draft wrapped up in July, two Eagle pitchers got the honor to hear their name called. Thomas Higgins was drafted by the Mariners in the 15th round and received a minor league contract a short time ago on July 24th. The righty pitcher had a phenomenal 2024 season where he had a 3.74 ERA in 53 innings pitched, 40 strikeouts, and a 5-2 record. For Higgins, however, Seattle's call came out of left field.

"It was very unexpected," says Higgins. "I hadn't talked to them at all this past spring and honestly, they weren't on my radar as far as...

Two Eagles adjust to life in the pros and summer ball updates

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

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

Wyoming State

WyoFile

With hot temperatures and most of the state under drought conditions as August gets under way, three wildfires are burning across Wyoming. The Pleasant Valley, Leeds Creek and Clearwater fires are burning more than 30,000 acres.

Three wildfires burning 30K acres in Wyoming as hot, dry conditions persist

Cary, NC

A recent report by GOBankingRates highlights one of North Carolina’s towns as a standout in terms of safety and affordability. Cary, a thriving community in the Triangle area near Raleigh, has been ranked as the second-best city in the United States for its low cost of living and minimal crime rates.

North Carolina spot among the top safest + most affordable places to live in the US

Denver, CO

David Heitz

The Denver City Council accepted Monday two grants totaling $24.5 million from the state of Colorado to pay for the homeless navigation campus it opened last year. One council member wants answers as to why wraparound services at the campus aren't up and running.

Denver homeless hotel wins $24.5 million grant, experiences wraparound services delay

Winder, GA

Daily Coffee Press

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

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

Denny's was once a staple of the American diner landscape. In recent years, it has had its ups and downs, especially post-pandemic. The dining habits of people also change. Some customers have a more discerning taste.

Denny's: a legacy of serving customers for over 65 years including 27 locations in Missouri

NewsBreak

East Georgia State College welcomes new and returning students to Bobcat Villas

East Georgia State College (EGSC) is excited to announce the successful move-in of new and returning students to Bobcat Villas on August 9 and 10. The...

East Georgia State College welcomes new and returning students to Bobcat Villas

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