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Cheryl E Preston

Etiquette and Miss Emily Post once frowned upon females who sat gap-legged in public. In Virginia, books in school libraries, teen magazines, and older females often suggested that young ladies cross their legs at the ankle while seated.

"Cross your legs at the ankle young lady" is not totally forgotten today

Indiana State

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Kianna Writes

It's a significant shake-up for shoppers in Indiana as the state bids adieu to its only Saks Fifth Avenue. Nestled in The Fashion Mall at Keystone, this two-level department store is set to close its doors for good come July, when its lease expires. This move by Simon Malls, the parent company, marks the end of Saks' physical presence in Indiana, pushing local patrons to pivot to online shopping.

Major Department Store in Indiana Closes, Leaving No Other Locations

Williamsport, PA

BACK TO BACK FIREWORKS NIGHTS! Fourth of July Fireworks following the game presented by Flynn’s Tire & Auto Service, Fairfield Inn Warren Niles, 21 WFMJ & WBCB. It’s BUCK NIGHT presented by The Valley’s Honda Dealers and Y-103. Fans can get $1 General Admission tickets, $1 hot dogs, $1 soft drinks and $2 12oz domestic drafts all game long.

Scrappers Home July 4-7

Coffee County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last month, more than twenty individuals were indicted on felony charges in Coffee County. Several of them have recently made local headlines, including Guillermo de la Cruz-Morales, the sole person charged in connection with the disappearance of Maria Diaz, and Cornelius Jamison, accused of cocaine trafficking.

Grand Jury Indicts Over Twenty Individuals on Felony Charges in Coffee County

Rochester, IN

Kristy Tallman

North Central Indiana — From June 14 to June 20, the Indiana State Police, in collaboration with the Miami County Sheriff’s Office, Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, Cass County Sheriff’s Office, Wabash County Sheriff’s Office, Kokomo Police Department, and Rochester Police Department, conducted a highly effective week-long saturation patrol. This concerted effort aimed to enforce traffic laws, stem the flow of illegal narcotics into Hoosier communities, and target aggressive, distracted, and impaired drivers.

Week-Long Patrol Nets 70 Arrests and Over 130 Charges in North Central Indiana

Christiansburg, VA

Christiansburg Parks & Recreation is such a valuable resource for our community! Offering a wide range of services and activities for people of all ages, from youth programs and summer camps, sports leagues and fitness classes to cultural events and educational programs. They also provide green spaces for relaxation, outdoor activities, and community gatherings. The Recreation Center features a gymnasium with four full basketball courts, a walking trail, a weight room, a cardio room and much more.

Weekly Summer Camp Spotlight #1: Christiansburg Parks & Recreation

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

The Animal Rescue of New England recently introduced Cagney and Lacey, two adorable German Shepherd puppies, who are now ready to find their forever home. These lively girls were saved from a shelter on the day they were due to be euthanized due to overcrowding. At approximately five months old, both puppies are brimming with energy and love.

Puppies Saved On The Day They Were To Be Euthanized Now Looking For Love

Lake Placid, NY

The Olympic Jumping Complex in Lake Placid, New York, will host the Star-Spangled Ski Jump event Friday, July 5 and Saturday, July 6, combining family activities with two days of ski jumping and Nordic Combined competitions for all ages. The annual event provides an opportunity to witness the excitement of regional ski jumping and Nordic combined events while enjoying a festive atmosphere at the iconic Olympic Jumping Complex.

Star-Spangled Ski Jump at Olympic Jumping Complex in Lake Placid, NY, on July 5 & 6

Kentucky State

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

Norfolk, VA

Fifty percent of Norfolk church has high blood pressure. 3WTKR reports that Pastor Reverend Dr. Geoffrey Guns of Second Calvery Baptist Church in Norfolk made a startling discovery in March. He asked congregants who had high blood pressure to stand and half of the congregation rose to their feet.

Virginia pastor reveals half of his African American congregation has hypertension

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

The Aurora City Council will consider using opioid settlement money Monday to pay for drug treatment for clients of its yet to open homeless services campus. The council will vote during its study session whether to spend money from the fund on a peer advisor, a van to transport clients from the navigation center to treatment, and a case manager. The city will receive about $14 million in opioid settlement funds, according to a presentation by city staff to the city council.

Aurora may send homeless people to rehab

Maine State

Idaho State

Shop with Me Mama

Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

WyoFile

Within hours of the sighting on Wednesday, Frank van Manen caught word that there was a grizzly sow with five cubs in tow spotted in Yellowstone National Park. Five cubs following mom is so unlikely that van Manen, who leads the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team, pondered an explanation.

Five grizzly bear cubs make the largest litter in Yellowstone-area history

About 80 people overtook Aurora’s City Council meeting Monday, causing the mayor to recess the meeting three times in an effort to bring about order. The council then agreed to extend public invited to be heard beyond the one-hour time limit. The speakers showed up to chide the City Council for not punishing the officer that shot and killed Kilyn Lewis. Lewis was a suspect in a crime which is why police approached him. Body camera footage released by the Aurora Police Department showed Lewis did not have a gun and repeatedly yelled “I don’t have nothing!” with his hands in the air. Despite this, officer Michael Dieck killed him with a single shot from his rifle. Lewis never had more than a cell phone in his hand, the video showed.

Supporters of Black man killed by Aurora police overtake council meeting

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced an adorable puppy named Koi who they describe as a “sweet and happy little puppy who found himself dumped at a high kill shelter for unknown reasons.” Despite the harsh start to his life, Koi remains an adorable and energetic puppy. Now, thanks to Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. giving him a second chance and rescuing him from the high-kill shelter, Koi is ready for adoption and looking for his forever home.

Meet Koi: The Sweet & Happy Little Puppy Dumped At A High-Kill Shelter

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Former teacher Jeffrey Clayton, convicted of lewd behavior with a student at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, walked briskly up to the Duval County Courthouse on Friday carrying a small backpack.

Former Douglas Anderson teacher sentenced to 10 years

Illinois State

Saint Joseph, IL

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St. Joseph-Ogden senior Justice Wertz carries the ball after a hand off from Logan Smith during his team's 2023 home opener against Monticello last fall. See more photos from this game here. 




ST. JOSEPH - Exactly two months from today, the Spartans' offensive backfield will feature several new faces in key positions. The team finished the past season 8-3 overall, in the Illini Prairie Conference, and will open on the road at Monticello on August 30. SJO's regular season schedule features just four home contests.   



Here is a look at the upcoming 2023-2024 schedule.



8/30 @ Monticello	7:00pm

9/6	• Tolono Unity 7:00pm

9/13 @ Prairie Central 7:00pm

9/20 @ Illinois Valley Central 7:00pm

9/27 • Carterville 7:00pm

10/4 @ Bloomington Central Catholic 7:00pm

10/11 • Pontiac 7:00pm

10/18 @ Rantoul 7:00pm	

10/25 • Paxton-Buckley-Loda 7:00pm







  
  








  


Spartan football season starts in 60 days

Elizabethtown, NC

Registration for Bladen Recreation’s Youth Soccer Program is underway and will continue through August 9th. Six age groups are being offered in the fall: Tot 3-4 Coed, 5-6 Coed, 7-9 Girls, 7-9 Boys, 10-12 Girls and 10-12 Boys. Fee is $30 for Tots and $35 for ages 5-12. A...

Bladen Recreation Youth Soccer Registration Underway

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

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La Porte County Fair starts Saturday, rides start Monday

LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. -- 2024's La Porte County Fair starts on Saturday, July 6, and goes through July 13, filled with food, rides, live entertainment,...

La Porte County Fair starts Saturday, rides start Monday

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