Houston County, AL

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Virginia State

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Margaret Minnicks

According to WRIC 8 News, a new speed limit will become effective on July 1, 2024 in Virginia. Speed limits in a business or residential district will be aslow as 15 miles per hour on Virginia highways.

A new speed limit law on highways becomes effective in Virginia on July 1, 2024

Clarke County, MS

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Mississippi News Group

In a tragic turn of events, 14-year-old Chquese Porter has been denied bond following his formal charging as an adult in the shooting death of 12-year-old Caleb Bender. The incident occurred around 1:00 am on June 29th, 2024, at a residence on River Rd near the intersection of Leola St in the Town of Stonewall, according to a press release from the Clarke County Sheriff.

Bond Denied for 14-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Clarke County

Birmingham, AL

The Alabama man went inside to check on the dogs after fireworks began during his family's July 4th celebration -- it was the last time they would see him alive, with his business and romantic partner telling them he jumped out a window and left. An Alabama man vanished on...

Missing Dancer's Partner Stayed Back to Eat During Search, Vanished Before Body Was Found: Sister

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A man died in police custody Sunday after he was arrested when he scuffled with firefighters and police, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. Joseph Lawson, 43, was the second person to die in the past week while in police custody. Both were hospitalized at the time they died, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Suspect dies in custody; he’s the second in six days

Connecticut State

BIN: Black Information Network

Investigations by school officials and law enforcement have been launched after a Black teenager was subjected to racist bullying by his classmates in Connecticut.

'Didn't See You There N—': Black Student Racially Harassed By Classmates

Indiana State

Franklin, IN

A wave of closures is hitting Pizza Hut, a pizza chain known for its iconic slanted-roof buildings, with 6,775 locations feeling the pinch in the tough restaurant industry landscape.

A well-known pizza chain with over 6K locations has begun closing some of its stores

Dothan, AL

andrew paul

Situated in the center of Dothan's historic district, Fire Stone Wood Fired Grill has been a well-liked dining destination since 2010. With a menu that honors traditional culinary techniques, this family-owned restaurant offers a distinctive dining experience. It is well-known for its freshly produced ingredients and wood-fired ovens imported from Tuscany. Every bite of the handcrafted, savory dishes is guaranteed to be fresh since they are baked using homemade dough. With a wide selection of sandwiches, soups, salads, appetizers, and chef-created entrees, Fire Stone's menu is varied. Their thin and crispy Italian-style pizza, on the other hand, is their hallmark dish and has gained them a devoted following.

This Place in Dothan Offers a True Taste of Italy with Wood-Fired Delicacies

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Alabama State

The Independent

The sister of a 31-year-old PhD student murdered last week in Alabama believes her brother was killed by his boyfriend out of jealousy and possessiveness. Deundray Cottrell, of Atlanta, went missing in Birmingham on July 4 while visiting family for the holiday with his boyfriend Julian Taylor Morris, 31.His body was found two days later in a shed close to the home of his sister, Angelica Harris, and his death ruled a homicide. No arrests have been made.A murder investigation was launched and Morris has been named a person of interest. A search for Morris, who has ties to Texas,...

Sister of PhD student in ‘throuple’ believe he was killed out of jealousy as boyfriend remains on the run

Cheryl E Preston

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

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

New York City, NY

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Jimmy Carter might just live to see his 100th birthday in three months. As the former president’s grandson, Jason Carter, told Southern Living last month, a lengthy hospice stay was the last thing the Carter family expected for the patriarch. In fact, Jason said that when Jimmy entered hospice care in February 2023, they thought that it would be a matter of days. But, he mused: “God had other plans.”

Planning For Jimmy Carter’s 100th Birthday Has Begun

Black Enterprise

The alleged harassment came after Black History Month. A family is speaking out about their son’s racist experience at his Connecticut school. Despite the family fleeing the state as a result, the school has denied that racist bullying occurred. The 14-year-old allegedly had racist messages, photos, and sexually explicit...

Connecticut School Denies Racist Bullying Despite Victim’s Family Fleeing State

Redbox, the iconic movie rental company with over 34,000 locations nationwide, has announced the closure of its operations following its parent company's filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. This decision has left many of its loyal users saddened, marking the end of an era for physical media enthusiasts.

A rental company with 34,000 locations has closed its doors

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Adel, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last Friday, two men were arrested on charges following a joint investigation into drug trafficking in Adel, culminating in a search at their home. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), the search took place on Friday, June 28, at the residence of 28-year-old Shyiem Marquon Banks and 36-year-old Roderick Dion Collins. Investigators discovered a substantial quantity of drugs, including 210 grams of suspected methamphetamine, 3.2 pounds of suspected marijuana, 13 grams of suspected alpha-PVP (Flakka/bath salts), over 90 suspected oxycodone tablets, and 2 firearms.

Two Arrested in South Georgia Drug Bust Uncovering Methamphetamine, Marijuana, and Firearms

Georgia State

Dublin, GA

Officials from the U.S. Department of Justice have announced that a 42-year-old man from Dublin, Georgia, has been sentenced to nearly 20 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to distributing fentanyl.

Georgia Man Sentenced to Nearly 20 Years for Fentanyl Distribution

Bucks County Beacon

“[I]nvoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God,” the Constitution of the Confederate States of America composed by southern slaveholders in 1861 sought to “establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” The authors of Project 2025, the latest playbook for restructuring the federal government in order to accomplish the policy goals of Christian Nationalists, similarly declare their manifesto will “decide America’s future” by securing their “God-given individual rights to live freely” and exercise dominion over others.

Dothan Houston County Library calls quits on Ashford relocation project

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