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Ivins, UT

Columbus, OH

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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

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

(Gray News) - If you loved Chick-fil-A’s Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich last year, this is good news for you. The fan-favorite sandwich is returning to Chick-fil-A’s menu on Aug. 24, along with the new Spicy Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich. The sandwich, which quickly became a fan-favorite,...

Fan-favorite Chick-fil-A sandwich returning to menus soon

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

(CNN) – “Double Arch,” a popular geologic feature in Utah’s Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, has collapsed, according to park officials. The National Park Service said the frequently visited area in Rock Creek Bay collapsed last Thursday. No injuries were reported. The arch was also referred...

Popular geologic feature ‘Double Arch’ collapses, national park service says

Valley View, TX

VALLEY VIEW, Texas (KXII/Gray News) – A Texas high school student who beat cancer and grew his hair back after chemotherapy is now being told he must cut it to comply with school dress code policy. Trent Sampson was diagnosed with cancer at the end of his freshman year,...

High school student beats cancer, grows hair back – now school says he has to cut it

Denver, CO

David Heitz

Migrants enrolled in the Denver Asylum Seekers Program won’t get cash benefits after all. The council amended a contract with Haven for Hope during the Safety, Housing, Education and Homelessness Committee meeting Wednesday. Instead of Haven of Hope providing migrants with cash assistance on debit cards, it will instead provide “culturally appropriate” food.

Denver revokes cash assistance for migrants

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Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

Atlanta, GA

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

(Gray News) - McDonald’s collectibles have featured some of the most iconic toys, posters, games, and merch for decades. Now, the fast-food chain is bringing back some of our favorite characters in a new way. For a limited time, you can get the new global Collector’s Edition cups that...

McDonald’s aims to ‘create nostalgic joy’ with new collector’s cups

Colorado State

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

Cooking With Maryann

I grew up on these babies. This cookie is sweet nostalgia to me. There are so many variations to make it too, you really can't go wrong with it! For a super easy and fast cookie bar, these are a winner!

Magic Layer Bars aka Hello Dolly Bars

Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

It's been 33 years since the handsome actor and Emmy award-winning TV game show host Bert Convy died of a brain tumor at 57 in 1991. This is his story. Bert Convy was born July 23, 1933, in St. Louis, Missouri. His father was in the shoe business, while his parents separated when he was just seven years old. His mother moved the family to California in the San Fernando Valley, where Convy attended North Hollywood High and was named the "class clown."

In Memory of Actor/Game Show Host Bert Convy: 33 Years After His Tragic Death From Brain Cancer

A former Jacksonville police officer pleaded guilty Tuesday to enticement of a minor to engage in unlawful sexual activity, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Josue Garriga III, 34, faces a mandatory penalty of 10 years to life in federal prison and must register as a sex offender. A sentencing date has not been set.

Former cop pleads guilty to enticing 17-year-old girl

Stuck in a rut. Feeling blah. Sound familiar? In a fast paced world stress and anxiety takes an emotional toll inflicting mental blacks and blues, but lay down the struggle and defeat it by simply being...LAZY! When you're feeling overwhelmed and unmotivated navigating the pitfalls of daily strife in life look no further than taking a "Lazy Day." A planned, or better yet, a spontaneous personal day is what will help you regroup, recover, and relax to a better, physical and mental well being. New horizons await with a better outlook, productivity, and clear state of mind by taking a day to do literally - nothing. Try it out for yourself and unplug from devices and detachment by taking a Lazy Day.

Lazy Days

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Angel August, a small Yorkie and Chihuahua mix pup who could really use your help moving...into your house! Angel recently came into Great Dog Rescue New England's care after an unexpected tragedy. Although she has been an owned pup her whole life, sadly Angel's owner passed away. Now safely in rescue care, Angel is patiently waiting for the next chapter of her life to begin. Will you help her write it?

Little Yorkshire Terrier Who Lost Her Owner Now Looking For Love

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, quotes and commentary that appear in this article are from an interview conducted by the author with those mentioned.]. Beloved, Tony Award-winning actress Alice Ghostley, who died at 81 in 2007, found mainstream fame in three hit TV shows: Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Mayberry R.F.D. (CBS, 1968-1971), and Designing Women (CBS, 1986-1993). However, she initially declined participation in of those landmark series. What follows is what happened.

'Bewitched' Actress Alice Ghostley Refused "2nd Mrs. Kravitz" Role After Friend Alice Pearce Died

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

Alaska State

Fairbanks, AK

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) -The Alaska Sports Broadcasting Network (ABSN) came out with their top five preseason polls for Division One and Division Two and Three. In Division One, it goes West Anchorage, East Anchorage, Colony, South Anchorage, and Bartlett are in the top five, with Dimond getting some votes. Those...

ABSN High School Football Pre-Season Poll drops

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

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Hiker, 30, found dead; parents in comas due to suspected heat exhaustion

IVINS, Utah (KUTV) - A 30-year-old woman is dead and her parents are hospitalized after first responders found them in a Utah state park. The three...

Hiker, 30, found dead; parents in comas due to suspected heat exhaustion

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