White Settlement, TX

Columbus, OH

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Knowing what flowers to plant in August isn't always so clear-cut. But that's why we called in help from pro planters —here's what they said to pot.

The 7 flowers to plant in August, according to gardening gurus

Apartment Therapy

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. It may still be firmly summer, but The Home Depot is already thinking ahead — like, way ahead, and I’m not mad about it. The home and hardware store just launched its holiday collection today, and you can finally get your hands on last year’s viral pre-lit faux Grand Duchess Christmas Tree, as well as tons of other faux greenery, outdoor Christmas decorations, inflatables, lights, and more.

The Home Depot’s Holiday Collection Is Already Here — And That Viral Tree Is Back

Colorado State

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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

Kentucky State

Chances are, if you have a lawn, you have crabgrass! This fast-growing weed thrives despite heat, humidity, or drought conditions. “It’s a prolific seed producer,” says Clint Waltz, PhD, turfgrass extension specialist at the University of Georgia. “If you do nothing about it this year, expect a higher and more dense population of crabgrass next year.”

How To Get Rid Of Crabgrass That's Growing In Your Lawn And Prevent It From Coming Back

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

Many environmentally conscious consumers are cognizant of every purchase they make and every item they toss. Unfortunately, our favorite brands may not be as intentional. Case in point: an incident at a Walmart that's drawing eyes on Reddit. What's happening?. A recent Reddit post has gone viral after a user...

Shopper upset after witnessing employees hauling plants to dumpster at big box store: 'Such a shame'

When opportunity knocks, dandelions answer. That’s one reason they’re such a common sight in landscapes far and wide. When you discover dandelions infiltrating your lawn, listen closely to what they are telling you to discourage the opportunistic weed and take action. “Dandelions are opportunistic invaders. If they are...

Got Lots of Dandelions? Here's What Your Lawn Is Trying to Tell You

To help revitalize their local areas, homeowners are swapping manicured grass for lawn meadows filled with native plant life. While many homeowners take pride in maintaining a pristine, cropped green lawn, some environmentally minded property owners are rewilding their yards to help benefit local ecosystems. One of the latest examples of this phenomenon to hit Reddit is a gorgeous U.K. lawn filled with vibrant poppies, thriving plant life, and happy pollinators.

Proud homeowner shares before-and-after photos after ripping out traditional lawn: 'No regrets'

Editor's Note: This story originally appeared on LawnStarter. What are the signs your lawn needs fertilizer? Read on to learn the symptoms and find out what your lawn may be missing. The grass doesn’t have to always be greener on the other side; you, too, can flaunt a verdant lawn...

5 Tell-Tale Signs Your Lawn Needs Fertilizer

Editor's Note: This story originally appeared on LawnStarter. Your ailing lawn is suffering from compacted soil and thick thatch, but can you dethatch and aerate at the same time? Absolutely. Performing both treatments at once benefits your lawn by improving water absorption, nutrient uptake, and air flow to the roots.

Can You Dethatch and Aerate Your Lawn at the Same Time?

Virginia State

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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

Cooking With Maryann

We often have breakfast for dinner. This is one of those go-to meals that we love to eat. It's also a great Sunday breakfast or for brunch. Although homemade buiscuits aren't required, they do add a wonderful and fresh touch.

Amazing Biscuits and Maple Gravy Breakfast

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

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

Northern Kentucky Tribune

This story was produced through a collaboration between the Daily Yonder , which covers rural America, and Climate Central , a nonadvocacy science and news group. On the day he would become homeless, Wesley Bryant was awoken by his wife, Alexis.

Some Kentuckians, like many rural Americans, are too poor to qualify for federal flood protections

Morristown, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Sixteen individuals have been charged in connection with a widespread "grandparent scam" that defrauded elderly Americans out of millions of dollars. The charges were announced by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

16 Charged in Nationwide 'Grandparent Scam'; Millions Stolen

If you don't want your lawn to filled with clovers, there are plenty of expert-approved ways to remove them, from natural to stronger solutions

How to get rid of a clover lawn, according to gardening experts

The US Sun

A WOMAN has been left outraged after a "sly" neighbour tried to kill her tree by drilling a hole in it - in a row over leaves. She claims the large tree in the back garden of her council property doesn't encroach into the neighbour's garden. Instead, she has faced...

My ‘sly’ neighbour tried to kill my tree – it doesn’t even reach over to his garden, I’m fuming

The Current GA

Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

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

Fort Worth, TX

Aledo, TX

Azle, TX

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White Settlement Residents Invited to Participate in Community Clean Up Event This Weekend

Residents of White Settlement looking to spruce up their spaces and discard bulk items will have a chance to do so this weekend. The Frontier Waste...

White Settlement Residents Invited to Participate in Community Clean Up Event This Weekend

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