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Stephens County, TX

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A local man was in front of the Stephens County Courthouse tonight, Saturday, July 13, 2024, showing his support for former U.S. President Donald Trump, who was wounded after gunshots rang out at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania this evening. “Our prayers are with President Trump and those injured and...

Local support shown for Trump after shooting at rally

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Breckenridge, TX

Bobby Waggoner, 90, of Breckenridge, Texas, passed away on June 19, 2024. Melton-Kitchens Funeral Home has been entrusted with His cremation. In honor of his memory, and at his request, there will be no public service. Bobby Dan Waggoner was born to Jess and Pearl Waggoner in Pioneer, Stephens County,...

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Everyone coming into Breckenridge from the west will be greeted by a new welcome sign — and photo op — located on the edge of the Country Club’s golf course, thanks to the efforts of the Breckenridge Downtown Development Council, along with the Texas State Technical College’s welding department and other donors.

New entry sign welcomes everyone to Breckenridge

This summer, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is once again urging boaters and paddlers to do their part to protect Texas lakes from aquatic invasive species during the heart of boating season. “While we want everyone to have a great time, we also want to avoid giving invasive species...

Boaters urged to ‘Clean, Drain and Dry’ to halt spread of zebra mussels, giant salvinia

Abilene, TX

When college students begin competing at the 2024 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference on Monday, June 24, one of the competitors will be a student from Texas State Technical College’s Breckenridge campus. Kimberly Lozano-Ryman, a Vocational Nursing student from Anson who attends classes in Breckenridge, will be joined...

TSTC-Breckenridge student, four others to represent West Texas at SkillsUSA national conference

Louisiana State

Our good neighbors to the east just passed a law to put displays of The Ten Commandments in every classroom in all Louisiana public schools. No doubt, this will be the catalyst that returns Louisiana society back to paths of righteousness as casino gambling, parimutuel betting, liquor sales, and Mardis Gras beads all become figments of the distant past.

Letter to the Editor: Beatitudes in every classroom

Clarke County, MS

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Mississippi News Group

In a tragic turn of events, 14-year-old Chquese Porter has been denied bond following his formal charging as an adult in the shooting death of 12-year-old Caleb Bender. The incident occurred around 1:00 am on June 29th, 2024, at a residence on River Rd near the intersection of Leola St in the Town of Stonewall, according to a press release from the Clarke County Sheriff.

Bond Denied for 14-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Clarke County

The 90th Judicial District Attorney’s Office’s recently released the following list of cases that were pleaded in June 2024:. Etta Pauline Riley, 69, of Breckenridge, pleaded guilty to the offense of Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon and was sentenced to seven years Community Supervision and ordered to pay $500 fine and court costs; and pleaded guilty to another offense of Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon and was sentenced to seven years Community Supervision and ordered to pay court costs.

District Attorney releases list of June 2024 plea deals

Average gasoline prices in Texas have risen 5.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.09/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 4.7 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 3.7 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has risen 1.4 cents in the last week and stands at $3.77 per gallon.

Price of oil, hurricanes could lead to higher gas prices

Pontotoc County, MS

Police in Pontotoc made an arrest recently that led to the discover of multiple IED's according to a press release from the Pontotoc County Sheriff. The Criminal Investigation Division (CID) of Pontotoc County Sheriff’s Department reports that on Tuesday July 2nd, 2024 Jason Lambert 40 of Tupelo, Ms. was arrested and charged by the CID and charged withDomestic Violence-Aggravated Assault and Felony Malicious Mischief.

Man arrested on domestic violence charges found to have multiple Molotov cocktails

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Massachusetts State

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Stop & Shop Announces Closure of 32 Stores Across the Northeast. Stop & Shop, a well-known grocery chain, has confirmed the closure of 32 of its underperforming stores across the Northeast region of the United States. The decision, aimed at streamlining operations and fostering future growth, will affect locations in New Jersey, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, with all closures scheduled to be completed by November 2nd.

A well-known grocery chain, has confirmed the closure of 32 of its under performing stores

Average gasoline prices in Texas have risen 7.8 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.03/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 8.0 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 18.0 cents per gallon lower than a year ago.

Texas gas prices rising faster than national average as oil prices climb

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?

At their meeting on Monday, June 24, the Stephens County Commissioners voted to enact a burn ban for the unincorporated areas of the county. The burn ban will be in effect for 90 days, unless lifted at an earlier date, and includes activities such as brush or trash burning. However,...

Stephens County enacts burn ban, effective June 24

No one seems more surprised than Kc Crawford himself that the former bareback horse rider and oil field worker now spends a good portion of his day in a commercial kitchen baking pastries. “I would have never imagined it. I mean, I literally screwed up macaroni all the time, before....

Texas Cheeters: Kc Crawford has plans to expand local original beyond Breckenridge’s city limits

North Carolina State

Town Talks

Can You Park in Front of Someone’s Property in North Carolina?. Parking on crowded city streets and neighborhoods can be challenging, and many wonder if it's permissible to park in front of someone’s property. Here's a breakdown of North Carolina's parking rules:

Can I legally park in front of someone’s home? What North Carolina law says

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

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

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A man died in police custody Sunday after he was arrested when he scuffled with firefighters and police, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. Joseph Lawson, 43, was the second person to die in the past week while in police custody. Both were hospitalized at the time they died, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Suspect dies in custody; he’s the second in six days

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Letter to the Editor: Readers say Mike Olcott is wrong for House District 60

Mike Olcott claims to be a conservative, but his record shows otherwise. He has given campaign contributions to fringe candidates across the country, one of whom...

Letter to the Editor: Readers say Mike Olcott is wrong for House District 60

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