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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

Seattle, WA

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Maria Shimizu Christensen

School may be back in session, but that doesn't mean that summer fun is completely over. After all, the season isn’t technically done until the last day of summer on September 22nd. In the meantime, we’re expecting great weather this weekend, making it perfect for taking the kids out to beat the back to school blues. There’s also plenty going on to keep adults happy.

Big List of Festivals and Family Friendly Events This Weekend

Mississippi State

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Gulfport, MS

Mississippi News Group

Written with artificial intelligence assistance. According to Darkhorse Press, four men renting an Airbnb in Gulfport have been arrested on multiple drug trafficking charges following a shooting incident early. The arrest came after police responded to a report of gunfire at the residence, located in the 1100 block of 19th Street.

Four Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges After Shooting Incident at Gulfport Airbnb

Delaware State

Richmond, VA

Columbus, OH — Harold Jay Gerhardt, 89, of Richmond, Va., died Aug. 17, 2024, at Sunrise of Bon Air in Richmond, surrounded by loved ones. Mr. Gerhardt was born on Oct. 27, 1934, to loving parents, the late Frank and Eloise (Beedle), in Akron, Ohio. The family later moved to Westerville, where he attended Westerville High School and later completed one year at Otterbein College.

Harold Gerhardt, 89, dies

Florida State

Hialeah, FL

Akeena

If you’ve ever been to one of the few remaining locations in Florida, you know this chain is all about building the perfect burger. But one of its five Sunshine State locations, the Hialeah Fuddruckers, recently hit a bit of a roadblock after a state inspection led to a temporary closure. Here’s what went down.

Chain Restaurant Known for Its 'Perfect' Burger Shut Down After State Inspection in Florida

Vermont State

Barton, VT

Barton, VT – The Orleans, Vermont County Fair, the only New England fair racing venue outside Maine, hosted their annual race card in Barton on Wednesday (Sept. 4). Trainer/driver Dustin Miller, making his Green Mountain State racing debut, brought three horses and each was a winner, earning him the Rick Flanders Memorial leading driver title and commemorative blanket. “It’s my first time here and I will be back,” said Miller, who sampled the iconic Vermont summer ice cream, a maple creamee, after accepting the winner’s blanket.

Dustin Miller bats 1.000 at Barton (Vermont) Fair

Hull, MA

Dianna Carney

Get ready, because you're invited to the "best late summer beach party in New England!" The Endless Summer Waterfront Festival, hosted by the Hull Nantasket Chamber of Commerce, is just around the corner and promises to be an event you won't want to miss. Taking place on Saturday, September 7, 2023, this event celebrates the last days of summer and the vibrant community of Hull.

Live Music, Family Fun & More: This Waterfront Festival Has It All!

Nichols, NY

Nichols, NY — Sunday (Sept. 8) marks the first annual “It Takes A Village” scholarship day at Tioga Downs. It will feature four different amateur clubs competing for bragging rights to benefit six college freshmen. There will be six races named in honor of friends who have passed. The six $1,000 scholarships will go to Logan Allen, Margaret (Maggie) Copp, Liliana Regan, Lily Sickler, Nikki Stark, and Ryan Stark. All the scholars have roots in harness racing.

“It Takes A Village” scholarship day Sept. 8 at Tioga Downs

Woodinville, WA

Seafair is over but it’s still festival and fair season. With good weather forecast for the weekend, it’s perfect for getting out of the house. There are several festivals happening around the region, covering a range of interests, from food and crafts to a logging show.

Wide Range of Festivals This Weekend

Dania Beach, FL

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

Kentucky State

Versailles, KY

Versailles, KY — Yearling videos for Brittany Farms’ Lexington Selected consignment are now available on the farm’s video portal and may be viewed by clicking here. This will be the final season of the streaming yearling videos that have come to be known as “Britflix,” as the farm will close at the end of the year.

Britflix videos now streaming

Colorado State

Denver, CO

David Heitz

They're shaped like a potato and tend to bake in hot weather, biologists say. That's why you will find cheeky little pikas in Colorado's mountains. But climate change could cause these critters' numbers to dwindle, according to wildlife experts. Like polar bears, Pikas may predict warmer temperatures, scientists say.

Potato-shaped critter visible now may predict climate change in Colorado

Mount Hope, OH

Mount Hope, OH — Entries are now being accepted for the first annual North American Standardbred Mixed Sale which will take place on Dec. 17 at the Mount Hope Event Center, Mount Hope, Ohio. The final deadline for entries is Oct. 21 or until the book is full. The...

Entries open for North American Standardbred Mixed Sale

Plainville, MA

Plainville, MA — After following a torrid first half, Side Piece shook loose and cleaned up late in the $25,000 fillies and mares Open Handicap pace at Plainridge Park on Monday (Sept. 2) afternoon. Swedish Starlet N (Matty Athearn) took the lead off the gate and reached the quarter...

Late brush by Side Piece takes Plainridge Open

Georgia State

DeanLand

Three earthquakes were recorded in Georgia during August, the strongest a 2.4 magnitude which occured far outside of the area where Georgia earthquakes most often occur. The quakes were recorded and reported by the US Geological Survey, which maintains seismograph stations throughout the US.

Rare SE Georgia Earthquake Recorded in August, State's Farthest South in 10 Years

Yonkers, NY

Yonkers, NY — For the second time this week there will be a Pick-5 carryover at MGM Yonkers Raceway as no tickets had five-of-five in the wager on Tuesday’s (Sept. 3) program, leading to $4,525.33 going into the pot for Wednesday’s (Sept. 4) card. The pool will be guaranteed at $15,000.

Carryover and guaranteed pool in Wednesday’s Pick-5 at Yonkers

New Jersey State

Delaware, OH

Delaware, OH — For the next two weeks, Little Brown Jug publicity director Jay Wolf will rank the top 10 horses eligible for the 79th edition of the $800,000 (est.) Little Brown Jug, to be contested on Sept. 19. Top 10 Little Brown Jug Eligibles. Week #5 – Sept....

Top Jug Contenders: Week 5

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

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

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

Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

For eleven years, Harvey Korman was Carol Burnett's high-caliber, multi-talented second banana on her long-running, numerous Emmy-winning comedy/variety series, The Carol Burnett Show. However, one time, there was extreme tension on the set.

When Carol Burnett Fired Harvey Korman in the 7th Year of Her Emmy-Winning Hit TV Variety Show

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Sabonis sensational in Hale Dale at Harrah’s Hoosier Park

Anderson, IN — A pair of $25,000 finals for non-winners of two pacers highlighted the 12-race Saturday (May 18) card at Harrah’s Hoosier Park Racing &...

Sabonis sensational in Hale Dale at Harrah’s Hoosier Park

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