Madison, WI

Columbus, OH

North Carolina State

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A Raleigh suburb is the safest town in North Carolina, a new report finds. Fuquay-Varina ranks No. 1 on a list of smaller cities boasting lower crime rates and a lower financial toll on residents, according to results published by Moneygeek.

The safest place to live in North Carolina? This ranks as the state’s No. 1 town

Virginia State

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Margaret Minnicks

WVTF reported that a new Virginia law will become effective on July 1, 2024. The law will prevent utility companies from disconnecting services on various occasions, which could leave someone without power for days.

A new law will keep utilities from being disconnected on weekends and holidays in Virginia

What is it like to cruise solo on one of Royal Caribbean's mega-ships?. While I have cruised alone before, this month was my first time sailing on an Oasis Class ship by myself. I took a 7-day Mediterranean cruise on Oasis of the Seas, spending my time alone exploring exciting...

I took my first solo cruise on Royal Caribbean's biggest cruise ships. After 7 nights, here are the pros and cons of cruising alone

You can receive daily cruise news updates directly to your inbox, so you don't miss a thing! Go ahead and Subscribe here. For some cruise passengers, the whole point of taking a cruise is to hop from destination to destination, spending a day somewhere new and then heading off to the next port. It’s a way to see a lot of different places in one vacation.

11 Reasons Cruise Passengers Remain on the Ship While in Port

Florida State

L. Cane

Floridians are arguably lucky when it comes to cruises. The Sunshine State has access to several different sea ports which means that Floridians have a wide variety of cruising choices. And some of those choices are inexpensive. One cruise line - Margaritaville At Sea - offers free and budget options for some Floridians on a recently refurbished ship - The Islander - which will begin cruising out of Florida soon. Below are the details.

Margaritaville At Sea Offering New Budget Cruise Out Of FL & Free Trips To Teachers, Military, & Law

When a friend invited me to join her on a Royal Caribbean 9-month cruise, I jumped at the opportunity. The ship was set to sail to over 60 countries across seven continents in 274 nights—about nine months. As soon as the ship set sail in December 2023, it gained notoriety on social media platforms. Guests began documenting their experiences, with more than 70 million posts about the cruise shared on TikTok. I knew I couldn’t pass up the offer to experience it firsthand.

I Spent 2 Weeks On a Royal Caribbean 9-Month Cruise. Here’s What Happened

J. Souza

After hitting the jackpot in the cruise ship's casino, one man was shocked by the prize he won. A recent TikTok video has gotten a lot of attention, showcasing a couple's unexpected windfall during a cruise vacation.

Cruise Passenger Wins Jackpot on Cruise and Gets $50k Cabin Upgrade

Bryce Gruber

The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

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

USA TODAY

Cruise lines have their own identities and specialties, and some lend themselves more to certain vacation types than others.

A cruise line for every type of traveler: How to choose the right one for you

The beauty of cruises is that you can visit multiple destinations without the hassle of hopping onto multiple forms of transportation. In fact, you may even choose not to get off the ship at all and still be able to technically visit new places. But because of a cruise's insulated nature, one of the things that some fail to check before booking a cruise is figuring out whether or not they need a passport or a specific travel requirement before they set sail. But here's the quick answer: It depends.

Do You Always Need A Passport When Traveling By Cruise?

FinanceBuzz

For some travelers, river cruises are a better choice than ocean cruises. So before you book your next cruising extravaganza, consider these 13 perks.

13 Reasons River Cruises Are Way Better Than Ocean Cruises

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

The Lantern

Former Ohio State Army ROTC Lt. Colonel Michael Kelvington (left), who was also the university’s professor of military science and leadership, was officially replaced by Lt. Colonel Steven Spiker (right) effective June 7. Credit: Courtesy of The Ohio State University and Lt. Colonel Steven Spiker, respectively.

Lt. Colonel Michael Kelvington removed from Ohio State Army ROTC post, replaced by Lt. Colonel Steven Spiker in light of ongoing Title IX investigation

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?

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

According to Shakey's website, this pizza parlor is only in California, North Carolina, and Washington state in the U.S. now. This was my family's go-to pizza joint when my father was stationed with the Air Force outside of Omaha, Nebraska. We liked it so much, that when we were transferred again, it was hopeful we'd find another one.

Shakey's Pizza Parlor and nostalgia: the first franchised pizza restaurant also landed in Missouri

Tanner Callais

For many travelers, it’s their worst nightmare. You book a cruise costing thousands of dollars and look forward to the vacation for months. But then on cruise day, you wake up sick… or you miss your flight… or a flat tire on the way to the port means you miss the ship.

I Missed My Cruise. Here’s What Happened to All the Money I Paid

Ringtown, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

UNION TOWNSHIP – A valley man was killed Wednesday in a lawn mowing accident, firefighters...
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Lawn mowing accident claims life of Ringtown Valley man

Colorado State

Cripple Creek, CO

Colorado Jill

(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

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Owners of Mariner’s Inn, Betty Lou Cruises announce planned retirement

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Owners of Mariner’s Inn, Betty Lou Cruises announce planned retirement

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