Lincoln, NE

Alabama State

Tuscaloosa, AL

247Sports

The most difficult part of Kalen DeBoer's first six months as Alabama's football coach was the first few days. DeBoer has described at several points this offseason the chaos that ensued when Nick Saban retired January 10, DeBoer accepted the job two days later and the transfer portal was wide open for players to leave.

Nick Saban: Alabama players who 'bolted' after his retirement are 'probably sorry'

New Orleans, LA

With the NFL season fast approaching, players across the league have begun to report back to their teams' cities to begin preparations for the preseason. This includes all of the Buckeyes who are scattered across the NFL. However, one former Ohio State player won't be getting into the action right away.

New Orleans Saints place Chris Olave on NFI list

Georgia State

Gainesville, FL

Montrell Johnson Jr. understands the expectations ahead of him as he prepares for the 2024 season – having changed his number from No. 2 to No. 1, Johnson is aware a significant workload is ahead of him when the Gators take the field, starting Aug. 31 against Miami. "I...

Montrell Johnson Jr. taking active role in aiding inexperienced Florida backfield

Ann Arbor, MI

An annual tradition started by former head coach Rich Rodriguez was the major summer recruiting event, the Barbecue at the Big House in late July. Under new head coach Sherrone Moore, the Wolverines will continue to carry on the tradition and welcome prospects to campus. Recruits have already started letting...

Top247 OT Felix Ojo slated to make first ever trip to U-M for BBQ at Big House event

Chicago, IL

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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?

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Tallahassee, FL

Daily Coffee Press

The FBI is investigating the disappearance of a now 13-year-old girl who went missing from Florida last year and has ties to Georgia and Tennessee. A $15,000 reward is being offered to anyone with information that can lead to her location.

FBI Investigating Disappearance of 12-Year-Old Girl Who Has Ties to Georgia

South Carolina State

Town Talks

When it comes to deciding who to marry, many people choose to spend the rest of their lives with a high school sweetheart, college classmate, or someone they met at work. Others decide to tie the knot with someone who they have known their whole lives — and maybe even met at a family reunion.

Can you marry your first cousin in North Carolina? What state law says

Minnesota State

DayTripper

The hit History Channel series "American Pickers" is gearing up for an exciting return to Minnesota this fall. The show's production team has announced plans to film episodes throughout the state in September 2024, offering locals a chance to showcase their unique collections and share their stories with a national audience.

"American Pickers" Set to Unearth Minnesota's Hidden Treasures

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

Montana State

Anika Jindal

Since the pandemic, the U.S. labor market has experienced several fluctuations. Economic instability, inflation, and shifting work expectations have caused significant changes in recent years. However, the situation is gradually improving, with the unemployment rate decreasing to 3.9%, much lower than during the pandemic. Despite this positive trend, many employers still struggle to hire in certain states.

12 States Where Employers Are Struggling to Fill Jobs

Isle Of Palms, SC

The Shy Green

In a recent twist for spirits enthusiasts, Never Forget Brands, the creators of GameDay Vodka and Spiked canned vodka cocktails, have officially filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Based in Isle of Palms, South Carolina, the distillery cited mounting financial pressures and substantial debts owed to various entities, including notable NFL teams and entertainment partners.

Vodka Maker Files for Bankruptcy Amid Financial Struggles

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

An advocate for people experiencing homelessness who recently won $130,000 in settlements from the City and County of Denver for violating her civil rights rubbed it in the noses this week of the Englewood City Council.

Homeless advocate paid $130,000 for Denver police settlements blasts Englewood City Council

Boston, MA

Vanishing Georgia

There’s little information to be found on the history of St. James C. M. E. Church, but the Boston town website notes that the congregation was established in 1896. I believe the present structure was built in the early 1900s. A 1909 broadside in the Hargrett Library in Athens advertises a gospel meeting for the […]

St. James C. M. E. Church, 1900s, Boston

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) helps to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 174 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Since January 1, 2024, there was a total of 1,445 reported missing in the country.

Missing Missouri children as of July 17, 2024, according to the NCMEC

Oxford, MS

Future stars will be holding high carnival next weekend as Ole Miss football hosts what has become one of the most popular recruiting events in the nation: Juice Fest. It will be held for the last time for the forseeable future, at least so late in the summertime. That's because...

Column | Moving forward, July will be dead. What happens to Juice Fest?

Wyoming State

WyoFile

When Gov. Mark Gordon let legislation prohibiting transgender girls from competing in middle and high school girls’ sports become Wyoming law without his signature in March 2023, both opponents and supporters of the ban expected to go to court.

Wyoming’s transgender athlete ban goes unchallenged in court

Pullman, WA

PULLMAN -- Hello Coug fans. For those of you on social media, you may know I took a trip back home to Dallas during our week off to celebrate Independence Day with my family. While there, I got in some practice and a video came out on Twitter of me making a jump pass as I was rolling to the right.

John Mateer on why he doesn't throw with the laces, and more

Dallas, TX

Lost in the shuffle of 16 head football coaches addressing the assembled media in Dallas for the Southeastern Conference's annual preseason newspaper, radio, and television opportunity was Commissioner Greg Sankey's session-opening address. It gives the boss the chance to speak directly to the media before the fudging begins. Of no...

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

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

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Roca, NE

Malcolm, NE

Martell, NE

Eagle, NE

Bennet, NE

Sprague, NE

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Hickman, NE

Alvo, NE

Greenwood, NE

Palmyra, NE

Ceresco, NE

Garland, NE

Panama, NE

Hallam, NE

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Weekend Five: 5 key turns on the Husker 2024 schedule

These aren't games that would be the biggest Husker wins, but they seem like key intersections that can keep momentum churning if handled well. The price...

Weekend Five: 5 key turns on the Husker 2024 schedule

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