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Potential Buc-ee’s Locations in Arizona Beyond Goodyear
FLAGSTAFF, AZ - As Buc-ee’s plans to open its first Arizona location in Goodyear, the popular travel center chain known for its massive stores, extensive fuel stations, and unique merchandise is poised for further expansion in the state.
Illinois Was An Ocean 400 Million Years Ago
GALESBURG, IL - Long before it became the Midwest we know today, Illinois was submerged under a vast, shallow ocean. According to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, this dramatic chapter in Illinois’ geological history dates back around 480 million years, during the Ordovician Period.
Potential Locations for Buc-ee's Expansion in Minnesota
PLYMOUTH, MN - As Buc-ee’s continues its rapid expansion across the United States, Minnesota stands as a potential candidate for the popular travel center's next location. Known for its sprawling gas stations and extensive convenience stores, Buc-ee’s has a strong appeal for travelers seeking a one-stop shop for fuel, snacks, and unique merchandise.
$500,000 Lottery Ticket Winner Sold in Ohio
CLEVELAND, OH - In a stroke of luck, Hany Jaffal has struck it big with a $500,000 win on the Ohio Lottery’s Psychedelic Payout scratch-off game. According to a press release issued by the Ohio Lottery on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, Jaffal's substantial prize was purchased at Shop Express, located at 3965 Warrensville Center Road in Warrensville Heights.
Potential Locations for Buc-ee's Expansion in Wisconsin
GREEN BAY, WI - As Buc-ee’s, the popular Texas-based travel center chain known for its vast selection of goods and clean restrooms, considers expanding into Wisconsin, several locations emerge as promising candidates for their first store in the state.
Arkansas SSI Recipients to Receive January 2025 Payment in December
FAYETTEVILLE, AR - Arkansas residents who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will notice an early payment for January 2025, which will be distributed in December 2024, according to the Social Security Administration.
The Legend of Mothman Extends Beyond West Virginia
WINCHESTER, VA - The legend of Mothman, a mysterious winged creature with glowing red eyes, originated in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, in the late 1960s. According to the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, initially sighted by locals near the TNT area, an old World War II munitions site, Mothman was linked to a series of eerie encounters and is famously connected to the 1967 collapse of the Silver Bridge, which claimed 46 lives.
The Least Used Amtrak Station in Massachusetts as of 2023
HAVERHILL, MA - Amtrak saw significant ridership in Massachusetts in fiscal year 2023, operating 69 trains daily across multiple routes. The services include long-distance, state-supported, and Northeast Corridor routes, connecting key locations within the state and beyond.
Mountain Lion Sightings Reported in Vermont Despite Said Extinction
SOUTH BURLINGTON, VT - Despite being officially extinct in Vermont for over a century, mountain lions continue to stir local intrigue with occasional reported sightings. According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, historical records indicate that the last confirmed mountain lion in the state was killed in the early 1880s. Since then, the species has been considered extinct in Vermont due to habitat loss and overhunting.
Virginia SSI Recipients to Receive January 2025 Payments in December
WINCHESTER, VA - In December 2024, Virginia Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will receive their January 2025 payment a few days early. According to the Social Security Administration, this adjustment is due to the typical SSI payment schedule, which generally issues payments on the first of each month.
Mountain Lion Sightings Reported in New Jersey Despite Said Extinction
PRINCETON, NJ - Mountain lions, also known as cougars or pumas, are considered extinct in New Jersey, with no confirmed breeding population in the state. Despite this, reports of sightings continue to surface, sparking interest and concern among residents.
Tennessee SSI Recipients to Receive January 2025 Payments in December
KNOXVILLE, TN - Social Security recipients in Tennessee, like in other states, will receive their January 2025 benefits early, with payments being disbursed in December 2024. According to the Social Security Administration, this schedule adjustment ensures that recipients do not experience delays due to the holiday season.
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