Memphis, TN

Columbus, OH

A Reddit user's question about an unfamiliar plant in their lawn sparked a lively discussion about eco-friendly landscaping alternatives. The post in the r/NoLawns community, which features a photo of a clover-like plant spreading into a corner of a native garden, garnered attention from lawn enthusiasts and environmental advocates alike.

Homeowner seeks advice after allowing plant to take over lawn: 'It is really hard to control'

Tennessee State

Franklin, NC

Law & Crime

A man allegedly armed with a shotgun who burst into a rest stop early Sunday morning in Tennessee and held those inside at gunpoint before fleeing into the woods on foot has been arrested.
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Armed with shotgun, man held everyone in rest stop at gunpoint before fleeing into woods on foot: Police

Booneville, MS

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Prentiss County, MS

Mississippi News Group

Thrasher Community, Prentiss County, MS - In the early hours of Wednesday, June 26th, 2024, Deputy Cody Horn of the Prentiss County Sheriff's Department made a significant discovery during a routine traffic stop on County Road 1040.

Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Charge in Prentiss County

Weeding can be one of the most tedious and frustrating aspects of gardening. It’s disheartening to see unwanted plants take over your meticulously cared-for garden beds. But what if I told you there’s a way to reduce the amount of time spent pulling weeds while enhancing the beauty of your garden? Enter ground covers—nature’s own weed suppressors! These fast-growing, dense plants can be a gardener’s best friend, shading out those pesky weeds and providing a lush, green carpet of foliage.

No More Weeds! 10 Fast-Growing Ground Covers That Choke Out Weeds

Kentucky State

Florence, KY

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Four people were killed and three others injured in a mass shooting in Northern Kentucky where the suspected shooter led police on chase before turning the gun on himself. Police responded to a call just before 3 a.m. on Saturday morning for an active shooting situation at a home in Florence.

Four dead, three injured in birthday party shooting; suspected shooter dead after chase

Coral Gables, FL

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Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

Chicago, IL

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?

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Upside Foods, a leading player in the cultivated meat industry, has announced significant staffing adjustments as it navigates challenges within the sector. The company, known for its innovative approach to producing meat from cell cultures, cited the need to streamline operations and adapt to evolving market conditions.

A Leading Food Company Announces a Significant Wave of Layoffs

You usually worry about what plants are toxic to your dog, especially this time of year, when gardens are in full bloom. But there’s something else that should be on your radar: the food that feeds those plants. Along with your gorgeous perennials, you want your lawn to look healthy, but you also don’t want to use any products that could jeopardize your dog’s health. Unfortunately, many grass fertilizers, which can help your yard look like a suburban paradise, are toxic to dogs.

Is Lawn Fertilizer Toxic to Dogs?

North Carolina State

Apex, NC

Town Talks

Apex, NC Ranks High on "Most Livable Small Cities" List. The Raleigh suburb of Apex has been recognized as one of the most livable small cities in the United States, ranking No. 7 on SmartAsset's nationwide list published on July 11.

North Carolina town ranks as one of nation’s best small cities to call home. Why it’s special

Bucks County Beacon

“[I]nvoking the favor and guidance of Almighty God,” the Constitution of the Confederate States of America composed by southern slaveholders in 1861 sought to “establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” The authors of Project 2025, the latest playbook for restructuring the federal government in order to accomplish the policy goals of Christian Nationalists, similarly declare their manifesto will “decide America’s future” by securing their “God-given individual rights to live freely” and exercise dominion over others.

Legislating Inequality: The Christian Confederate Roots of Project 2025

As North Carolina continues to attract new residents, understanding the rights and obligations of both tenants and landlords becomes increasingly important. Here’s what you need to know about landlord entry and tenant rights in the state.

Can landlords enter at any time, or is it trespassing? Here are the rules in North Carolina

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

Homeowners associations are notorious for restrictive and expensive rules, but one HOA resident found themselves stuck even when the rules seemed to be on their side. The user posted to an anti-HOA subreddit in their frustration. "Put in a request to plant bushes in my backyard along the fence line … as a courtesy," the original poster said, noting they share the fence with a member of the HOA board. "I was denied my request and when I spoke with the management company she said I was denied because my request was incomplete."

Homeowner blown away by strict demands from HOA while applying for new backyard landscaping: 'So sick of these people having control over every little detail'

Virginia State

Roanoke, VA

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Daily Detroit News reports that bedbugs can be transported during travel, and studies suggest that residents in the Commonwealth are hesitant to report or talk about bedbug infestations.

Richmond, Roanoke, and Norfolk, Virginia, are alleged to have a high level of bedbugs

If you're considering memorializing a relative on your own property in North Carolina, it's important to be aware of the state's regulations regarding home burials and the scattering of ashes.

Can you bury a relative at home in your backyard in North Carolina? Here’s what state law says

Gov. Andy Beshear sent a letter to Anne Milgram, administrator for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on Wednesday, expressing his support of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ recommendation that the DEA ease restrictions on marijuana.

Gov. Andy Beshear pens letter to DEA in support of easing federal restrictions on marijuana

Real Simple

The grass is greener on the other side of these helpful tips!

6 Tips for Keeping Your Lawn Green in the Summer Heat

Alameda, CA

Alameda Post

APD Chief Joshi reports father arrested after killing in-laws, wife, and 6-year-old son; 1-year-old in critical condition. A man shot and killed four family members, including a 6-year-old child, and critically wounded a 1-year-old infant in their Alameda home Wednesday night, according to Alameda Police Chief Nishant Joshi . The Chief held a press conference on Thursday morning on the steps of the Alameda Police Department (APD) headquarters on Oak Street to provide details of the horrific crime .

Alameda Shooting Leaves Four Dead, Infant Fighting for Life

APD reports person of interest in custody. Four family members were killed and others injured Wednesday night, July 10, in the 400 block of Kitty Hawk Road in Alameda. The Alameda Post was at the scene Thursday morning, where Alameda Police Lieutenant Alan Kuboyama confirmed three adults and one child have died, and another child is in critical condition.

UPDATED: Four Family Members Killed in Alameda Shooting

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City of Memphis earmarks up to $500,000 to bring teachers to MSCS

The city of Memphis' Division of Housing and...

City of Memphis earmarks up to $500,000 to bring teachers to MSCS

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