Jacksonville, AL

Anniston, AL

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Barbecue enthusiasts will find paradise in Betty's Bar-B-Q in Anniston, which serves a wide selection of delectable foods that entice patrons to return. Their delicate, delicious meat and flawless seasoning make their barbecue pork a clear favorite. Southern fried catfish is another well-liked option; it's known for having a crispy outside and a juicy within. For those seeking a hearty dinner, the vegetable plate—which comes with stewed potatoes, turnip greens, cole slaw, and cornbread—is a favorite. Another popular BLT that has a southern touch on the standard BLT is the fried green tomatoes BLT.

This place in Anniston offers mouthwatering BBQ delights

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?

Florida State

Orlando, FL

Akeena

In a recent development that's both disappointing and familiar, Habanero's Mexican Grill, a beloved Mexican eatery near UCF’s campus, was recently closed down temporarily following a state inspection. This marks the fourth time the popular restaurant has faced a shutdown, sparking concern among its many fans.

Mexican bar closed for the 4th time in Florida over roaches and food storage issues

Broward County, FL

The Associated Press

PLANTATION, Fla. (AP) — A Florida school employee who let her transgender daughter play on her high school’s girls volleyball team is being suspended for 10 days after the district’s board found on Tuesday that she violated state law but said firing her would be too severe.

Florida school board suspends employee who allowed her transgender daughter to play girls volleyball

Virginia State

Cheryl E Preston

History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

Kentucky State

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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

Alabama State

Mobile County, AL

Alabama Now

An Alabama man was arrested Thursday morning in Mississippi after prosecutors said he broke into an elderly woman’s house and attempted to rape her before a neighbor heard her cries for help and came to her aid. Elvis Dewayne Henderson was indicted by the December 2023 Mobile County Grand...

Alabama man charged with trying to rape elderly woman

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Addison, IL

Chicago Food King

Living in the area of Wood Dale, I am always on the hunt to try somewhere local and support them. I remember trying Elio Pizza several years ago and I was not really impressed with the food. However, my biggest complaint was the atmosphere created by the employees. My first interaction felt very cliquey, with preferential treatment given to people they knew instead of new customers.

This Popular Italian Restaurant in Addison has lost my business for good—no more Chances.

Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

Sportscasting

On Monday, Eugene Bert Neff Jr. was sentenced to eight months in prison and three years of supervised release. Neff was the Indiana man who was behind the NCAA betting scandal that led to Alabama’s baseball coach Brad Bohannon being fired. Court records indicate that Neff must report to the facility on October 29 to begin serving his sentencing. This past February, Neff pleaded guilty to obstructing a federal grand jury investigation into the NCAA betting scandal. There was a chance that Neff was going to serve the maximum sentence of 10 years.

Bert Neff was sentenced to eight months in prison for his involvement in the Alabama baseball scandal

Illinois State

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

Tuscaloosa, AL

USA TODAY Sports Media Group

Two days after his twin brother — Derick Smith flipped from the Alabama Crimson Tide to the Auburn Tigers, 2025 wide receiver Erick Smith has landed an offer from the Crimson Tide.
The two Smith brothers play for Southside-Selma High School in Selma, Alabama. Erick plays wide receiver wheras his brother, Derick, plays both wide receiver and safety.
On Monday, Derick made the decision to flip to the Tigers. The move was somewhat of a surprise to outsiders but recruiting insiders were aware of the potential flip several days prior.
Alabama will continue to recruit the twin brothers. Erick is currently uncommitted. He...

Alabama offers twin brother of former Tide commit, 2025 ATH Derick Smith

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

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

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Hammy and Cheyanne, two miniature poodles, are in search of their forever home. Weighing 6.3lb and 6.4lb respectively, these sweet pups are a bonded pair with a sad past. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, shares their story, explaining that "Hammy & Cheyanne are cruelty case pups that are a bonded pair. They're from a rural area in Texas. These are a pair of sweet little pups that are in need of a fresh start together!"

Meet The Sweet Little Dogs Who Are Looking For Love

Calhoun County, AL

Calhoun Journal

Calhoun County, AL – Each week the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office released their current “Most Wanted” list. An “FTA” means that a person failed to appear for a court date and does not necessarily mean guilty of a criminal charge. A “Probation Violation” means that a person has been found guilty of a charge and […]
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Most Wanted in Calhoun County | July 23, 2024

Georgia State

Louisiana State

New Orleans, LA

Daily Coffee Press

A developing tropical disturbance in the Caribbean is showing increasing potential to enter the eastern Gulf of Mexico, intensify, and impact areas along the Gulf Coast, likely between Florida and Louisiana. If the system gains a name, it will be designated Tropical Storm Debby. This system has the potential to bring significant rainfall to the eastern Gulf Coast, and depending on its strength, could also generate hazardous winds and a dangerous storm surge.

Potential Tropical Storm Debby Could Bring Heavy Rain and Strong Winds to Gulf Coast and SE GA

Denver, CO

David Heitz

More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

Weaver, AL

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Gadsden, AL

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Oxford, AL

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Jacksonville State Athletics announces new ticketing system, seating changes inside AmFirst Stadium

JACKSONVILLE, Ala. (WBRC) - Beginning this season, Jacksonville State fans will notice some changes in how they purchase tickets. JSU Athletics announced this week they have...

Jacksonville State Athletics announces new ticketing system, seating changes inside AmFirst Stadium

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