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Power Bill Assistance Available for Tennessee Residents
KNOXVILLE, TN - The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) in Tennessee provides critical support to low-income households struggling with high energy bills. According to the Tennessee Housing Development Agency, federally funded through the Omnibus Reconciliation Act of 1981, LIHEAP is designed to help families cover the costs of heating and cooling their homes, ensuring that vulnerable populations can meet their immediate energy needs.
Ohio Seniors Missing Out on SNAP Benefits
CLEVELAND, OH - In Ohio, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) serves as a crucial resource for low-income seniors, helping them achieve food security. According to the National Council on Aging, despite this, participation among older adults remains staggeringly low.
The Least Used Amtrak Station In Rhode Island As Of 2023
KINGSTON, RI - Amtrak saw significant ridership in Rhode Island during fiscal year 2023, with over 939,000 passengers using the service across the state. According to Amtrak, Amtrak operates more than 36 trains per day in Rhode Island, primarily on the busy Northeast Corridor, which connects major cities like Washington, New York, and Boston.
Power Bill Assistance Available for Virginia Residents
WINCHESTER, VA - Virginia residents can currently receive assistance on their energy bills. According to the Virginia Department of Social Resources, the Percentage of Income Payment Program (PIPP) is helping low-income households in Virginia manage their energy bills, making it more affordable to maintain electric service year-round.
CSX Santa Train Returning to Appalachia in November
KINGSPORT, TN - The beloved CSX Santa Train is set to make its 82nd run through Appalachia on Saturday, November 23, 2024. According to a LinkedIn post from CSX, this annual holiday tradition, which began in 1943, will once again deliver holiday cheer to thousands of families along a 110-mile route through some of the most rural parts of Kentucky, Virginia, and Tennessee.
Mountain Lion Sightings Reported in Michigan Despite Said Extinction
MIDLAND, MI - Although mountain lions, also known as cougars, were declared extinct in Michigan in the early 1900s, reports of sightings continue to surface across the state. According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, historically, mountain lions roamed Michigan’s forests and prairies, but overhunting and habitat loss led to their disappearance from the region.
Gray Wolf Sightings Reported in Illinois Despite Said Extinction
SPRINGFIELD, IL - Although gray wolves were declared extinct in Illinois in the 1800s, occasional sightings continue to be reported across the state. Gray wolves, once common throughout Illinois, were extirpated due to hunting and habitat loss as European settlers expanded.
The Least Used Amtrak Station In Oklahoma As Of 2023
NORMAN, OK - Amtrak saw 76,121 passengers travel through Oklahoma in fiscal year 2023, with two daily trains operating as part of the state-supported Heartland Flyer route. According to Amtrak, this service connects Oklahoma City to Fort Worth, Texas, providing vital rail transportation between the two cities and several smaller communities along the route.
$50,000 Lottery Ticket Winner Sold in Fremont
FREMONT, OH - A lucky Ohio Lottery player in Fremont is celebrating after winning $50,000 playing KENO. According to a press release issued by the Ohio Lottery on Thursday, September 12, 2024, the winning ticket was purchased at Hayes Carry Out, located at 1912 Hayes Avenue, making this local retailer the site of an exciting lottery win.
Gray Wolf Sightings Reported in Missouri Despite Said Extinction
INDEPENDENCE, MO - Though gray wolves (Canis lupus) are considered extirpated in Missouri, sightings of these elusive animals continue to occur. According to the Missouri Department of Conservation, gray wolves are often mistaken for coyotes due to their similar appearance, but they are larger, with males weighing between 60 and 120 pounds.
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