Vermont State

Montpelier, VT

Mountain View, CA

Washington, DC

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A woman says she overheard Texas Roadhouse corporate managers plotting to terminate an employee who is in the intensive care unit (ICU) by baiting her husband with a fake benefits package. The story has sparked outrage in a now-viral TikTok.

Woman catches Texas Roadhouse managers allegedly scheming to terminate an injured worker

Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

Massachusetts State

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Georgia State

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Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

Dania Beach, FL

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If you’ve recently shopped at the Walmart Neighborhood Market on East Sheridan Street in Dania Beach, you might want to double-check your purchases. A recent inspection by the Florida Department of Agriculture revealed some alarming issues, including moldy meat and improperly stored chicken.

Moldy Meat and Warm Chicken: Walmart Neighborhood Market  Faces Inspection Troubles in Florida

Salem, OH

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Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Melbourne, FL

A Burger King location in Melbourne, Florida, has been temporarily shut down for the third time following since 2023 after a recent state inspection that identified multiple health violations. This incident underscores ongoing concerns regarding the restaurant's adherence to health and safety standards.

A dead lizard, dead roaches, rodent droppings - Florida fast food restaurant closed again

Pittsfield, MA

Berkshire Theatre Group and The Trustees of Reservations are launching a collaboration that offers patrons a unique and immersive experience this fall season. With a shared commitment to delivering exceptional entertainment and cultural experiences, this partnership promises an unforgettable blend of theater and autumn festivities, perfect for the Halloween season.

BTG to Offer Discounted Tickets for THE WEIR Ticketholders To Naumkeag's Pumpkin Show

New York City, NY

A captivating new play chronicling the journey of a clerical sexual abuse survivor from Philadelphia makes its New York premiere at The NY Irish Center, 1040 Jackson Avenue in Long Island City, for two nights, Wednesday and Thursday September 25 & 26 (both at 7pm). Tickets are now on sale at www.newyorkirishcenter.org.

UNRECONCILED Comes to the NY Irish Center This Month

Winder, GA

A 50-year-old former jailer has been charged by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) with cruelty to inmates and violation of oath of office. On Sunday, July 21, the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office requested the GBI to investigate an incident involving one of their jailers, Lolita Lightner of Winder, Georgia.

Former Jailer at Georgia County Jail Arrested

Concord Theatricals has secured exclusive worldwide English language stage licensing rights to Amy Herzog's 2024 Tony Award-nominated adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's An Enemy of the People for its Samuel French imprint. The title is now available for professional licensing. For more information, visit concordsho.ws/PerformAnEnemyOfThePeople. "I'm thrilled to be teaming up...

Amy Herzog's Adaptation of Ibsen's AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE Acquired By Concord Theatricals For Licensing

Dua Lipa’s Service95 Book Club has revealed details about September’s Monthly Read: Bad Habit by Alana S. Portero. The Service95 Book Club will offer exclusive content from Dua and Alana throughout the month on service95.com and across socials. “I got actual chills when I read the opening scenes...

Dua Lipa's Service95 Book Club Details September Monthly Read

The Bushwick Starr will open the first Season in our new theater with the world premiere of A WOMAN AMONG WOMEN by Julia May Jonas (Your Own Personal Exegesis at LCT3, New York Times Editor's Pick debut novel, Vladimir), directed by Sarah Hughes (Daphne by Renae Simone Jarrett at LCT3, Galatea by MJ Kaufman at Brooklyn Bridge Park), and co-produced with New Georges (HILMA at the Wilma, Grief Hotel at The Public).

Julia May Jonas' A WOMAN AMONG WOMEN Comes to The Bushwick Starr Next Month

Queens, NY

On Saturday, September 14th No Name and A Bag O' Chips producer / host Eric Vetter will bring his multicultural mix of music, comedy and variety including: singer/composer/educator Amy Engelhardt (The Green Room 42), comedian/writer Rory Scholl (The Peoples Improv Theater), illusionist Lee Alan Barrett (Coney Island Circus Sideshow),comic Dave Lester (Amazon Prime Video "And How Does That Make You Feel") and keyboardist/vocalist Richard Binder (BinderSuze) back to renowned performing arts, crafts, entertainment and teaching space Q.E.D. Astoria @ 7:00pm.

No Name & A Bag O' Chips Comedy / Variety Show Returns To Q.E.D. Astoria

Maine State

Sagadahoc County, ME

Lewiston, ME

The Maine Monitor

Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. When a bill to strengthen Maine’s yellow flag law went into effect earlier this month, Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel Merry said he felt a sense of relief.

Law enforcement officers can now get a warrant to take someone into protective custody

Columbus, OH

The Lantern

One man is dead after a five-hour standoff with police Sunday morning near Ohio State’s South campus. Credit: Lantern File Photo. One man is dead after an over-five-hour-long barricade standoff with the Columbus Division of Police Sunday morning.

One dead after five-hour standoff with police in the University District Sunday morning

Wichita, KS

Kechi Playhouse continues its season this September with Things My Mother Taught Me by Katherine DiSavino. This play is a comedy that looks at generational differences and how we can learn from everyone. The story follows young couple Olivia and Gabe who are moving into their first apartment together. They’ve just packed up all of their belongings and driven halfway across the country to start a new life together in Chicago. Their moving day doesn’t go exactly as planned, though, and things become slightly more complicated when all of their parents show up to help!

Previews: THINGS MY MOTHER TAUGHT ME at Kechi Playhouse

Chesterfield County, VA

Margaret Minnicks

WRIC 8 News reported that a Chesterfield special needs student was found with drugs belonging to an elementary teacher on Thursday, August 29. Mary Horton was arrested at Hopkins Elementary School after an officer with the Chesterfield County Police Department responded to a report of “what appeared to be methamphetamine” in her possession."

A special needs student found drugs belonging to an elementary teacher in Chesterfield County

The Shed has revealed its 2024 – 25 season. Each play, exhibition, concert, and activation in this new season welcomes all audiences to The Shed to experience work by groundbreaking artists: Jean-Michel Basquiat, Ms. Boogie, Kenneth Branagh, Salvador Dalí, Keith Haring, Christo and Jeanne-Claude, Roy Lichtenstein, Tarell Alvin McCraney, and more.

The Shed Unveils 24-25 Season Including Kenneth Branagh in KING LEAR & More

Kentucky State

Jefferson County, KY

Louisville, KY

Federal, state and local public health officials have confirmed the first case of the Oropouche virus in Kentucky and Jefferson County in a person who had returned to Louisville after traveling to the Caribbean.

Health officials report first case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky

East Montpelier, VT

Barre, VT

Northfield Falls, VT

Adamant, VT

Plainfield, VT

Moretown, VT

Northfield, VT

Graniteville, VT

Worcester, VT

Websterville, VT

East Barre, VT

Williamstown, VT

Calais, VT

East Calais, VT

Waterbury Center, VT

Waterbury, VT

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Rob Mermin's ACT 39 to Hold Auditions for Statewide Tour in Vermont

On the heels of a sold out run at Haybarn Theater in 2023, \"Act 39\", the acclaimed play by Rob Mermin, is now launching a statewide...

On the heels of a sold out run at Haybarn Theater in 2023, "Act 39", the acclaimed play by Rob Mermin, is now launching a statewide...

Rob Mermin's ACT 39 to Hold Auditions for Statewide Tour in Vermont

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