Hawaii State

Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members! Download the app. Earlier this summer, I was hiking in the rain on Canada’s West Coast Trail when the path crossed under a large log. I lingered for a moment in the dry refuge, and noticed overhead the words “I love u” carved into the underside of the wood. I smiled, called my partner over for a selfie, then hiked on. On a crowded trail that’s riddled with reminders of human life, from lighthouses to wooden ladders and outhouses, I was unbothered by this small and hidden message. But not all hikers feel the same way.

Someone is Leaving Tiny Sculptures on the Pacific Crest Trail, And Hikers Are Not Happy

Soon after my family and I settled into our new home here on the east coast of Vancouver Island last year, we began to go on excursions to take in the incredible autumnal beauty of the island with its warm palette. One morning, we decided to visit one of our...

Yellow Point, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada By Barbara Levy

Oregon State

A wildfire burning in Eastern Oregon that’s kicking smoke into neighboring states is now the largest active blaze in the U.S., authorities said Wednesday. Fire crews are bracing for a storms that are expected to bring lightning, strong winds and the risk of flash floods. The Durkee Fire, burning...

Nation's largest wildfire burning in Eastern Oregon

South Carolina State

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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

Wyoming State

Wyoming, also known as the Equality State, is bejeweled with numerous natural wonders, diverse wildlife, mind-blowing landscapes, and an Old West heritage that makes this state unique and beautiful. But what’s more to this state?. Well, there are some really cool, mind-boggling, science-defying, all-natural spots that you definitely need...

10 Best Breathtaking Natural Wonders In Wyoming That Should Be On Your Bucket List

Chicago, IL

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Foodie in Chicago

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?

NewsNinja

One Walmart shopper is issuing a warning against buying meat at the massive retail chain—but the reason why isn’t strictly tied to Walmart. It seems that customers at stores such as Walmart believe it's acceptable to grab perishable items, such as meat or dairy, and then place them on any available shelf if they decide they no longer want them.

Walmart customer shares why they will never shop for meat at the store leaving viewers torn

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Keith Kennedy of Virginia was shocked to learn from a WyoFile reporter that his photograph appears on a political mailer for Keith Kennedy of Wyoming — a candidate for the Wyoming Senate.

Virginia-based PAC spreads misinformation in Wyoming legislative races

West Virginia State

Norfolk, VA

Cheryl E Preston

Four Virginians were confirmed to be onboard when the Titanic sank on April 14, 1912. Phillip Acts and Selini Decker, who lived a few blocks apart in Norfolk, died when the ship sank. Richmond native Robert Decker and Eloise Smith, who later moved to Richmond from West Virginia, survived.

There's a reason no remains from the Virginia Titanic victims will ever be found

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

Utah State

Salt Lake City, UT

Paris might have the Eiffel Tower and Louvre and London may have the Crown Jewels, but did you know the world's richest city is just a short trip from Utah? This small town, only four+ hours from Salt Lake City, Utah, claims the title of the world's richest city for just one week each year before slipping back into peaceful obscurity for the other fifty-one weeks.

The World’s Wealthiest City Is Only 4 hours from Salt Lake City, Utah

Kansas State

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) helps to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 174 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Since January 1, 2024, there was a total of 1,445 reported missing in the country.

Missing Missouri children as of July 17, 2024, according to the NCMEC

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

The largest food bank serving Northeast Florida has a newly renovated home amid a time of high demand for food assistance in the area. Feeding Northeast Florida held a celebration Thursday for the new $23 million, 110-square-foot facility on Old Kings Road in the Bilitome community on Jacksonville’s Northwest side.

Feeding Northeast Florida opens expanded space

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

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

Memphis, TN

Mississippi News Group

Written with artificial intelligence assistance. Update: According to the Horn Lake Police Department, it is believed that the body of missing person Jaderius Webb has been located in Memphis, TN. The Horn Lake Police Department is collaborating with the Memphis Police Department (MPD) to conduct a death investigation.

Body of Missing Person Believed Found in Memphis, TN

California State

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Proposition 33, Justice for Renters Act, will be on the California ballot, November 5, for voters to decide on removing a rent control ban. According to Ballotpedia, a "yes" vote repeals the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act (1995), which will allow cities and counties to limit rent on any housing.

Prop. 33 will allow California voters to decide on removing rent control ban

Eureka, CA

Southern California and its beach towns receive all of the Golden State's glory. Even so, the North Coast should not be overlooked. The region is famed for its redwood trees and enchanting historic towns. One of those is Eureka, located in Humboldt County, about five hours from San Francisco. Once a leading figure in California's lumber industry, Eureka partially overlooks Humboldt Bay and exudes small-town charm. As one Tripadvisor reviewer put it, "It turns out Eureka is a hidden gem, the kind of place you'd like to stay hidden forever. All Ma and Pop shops, preserving of history, and very friendly local people."

Explore Forests And Victorian-Era Buildings In This Underrated Town On California's Coast

Denver, CO

Whenever I author an article about the goings-on at Fusion Studios, the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless property where I live, the reports do very well. Readers are thirsty for information about the way former people experiencing homelessness live.

Opinion: Denver homeless hotel diary: The good, the bad and the ugly

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Egg Roll is a one-year-old, 34lb American Bully who has recently been introduced by Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue located in Massachusetts. This charming, round little dog is looking for his forever home and comes with a delightful personality and some special quirks.

Meet Egg Roll: The Round Little Snuggle Buddy Looking For Love

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Lonely Tree, Kohala Mountains, Hawaii, USA By Douglas Parks

In a secluded corner of the Kohala Mountains, an ancient, gnarled tree stands as a testament to nature's resilience and beauty. Its twisted branches, like the...

Lonely Tree, Kohala Mountains, Hawaii, USA By Douglas Parks

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