Colorado State

Fort Collins, CO

Travel + Leisure

Local experts share some of the best places to retire in Colorado, from small towns to big cities.

8 Best Places to Retire in Colorado for Low Property Taxes, Beautiful Mountain Scenery, and Outdoor Adventures

TheDailyBeast

Professional skier Jean Daniel Pession, 28, and his girlfriend, ski instructor Elisa Arlian, 26, were found dead on Saturday after falling off a mountain in northern Italy, authorities said.After hiking to the top of Mount Zerbion, the couple allegedly fell 2300 feet from the summit, according to RAI News. Authorities were not able to locate the couple immediately, but after hours of searching, they were discovered, still together, by their cell phone signals. They were “just a step away” from the summit and were found “still tied together, like in a final embrace,” RAI reported.“A terrible tragedy strikes the world...

Pro-Skier and Girlfriend Found in Each Other’s Arms After Deadly Mountain Fall

California State

Boulder Creek, CA

The Mirror US

Lukas McClish, 34, was found alive in the Big Basin Redwoods State Park 10 days after set off on his journey that was supposed to be three hours

Hiker found alive after 10 days lost in California mountains shares his guide to survival

Powder

Remember the 2022-2023 ski season in North America? Of course you do. The endless powder days, Mammoth Mountain's absurd late-season campaign—it's pretty impossible to forget.  Now, South America is getting its own taste of what could become a mythically deep ski season. PowderQuest, a guiding ...

Too Much Snow Delays South American Ski Area Opening Dates

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J. Souza

An 81-year-old foreign passenger was found dead in her cabin onboard a Maltese-flagged cruise ship on Saturday afternoon, according to a statement from the Greek Coast Guard. A Greek news outlet reported that the incident occurred while the vessel was docked at the picturesque Port of Mykonos, a popular tourist destination in the Aegean Sea.

Cruise Ship Passenger Found Dead in Cabin, Coast Guard Reports

Cripple Creek, CO

Colorado Jill

(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

Maine State

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Idaho State

Shop with Me Mama

Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

For 25-year-old David O'Sullivan, the Pacific Crest Trail was a dream. He spent a full year working in his home country of Ireland to save up enough funds to travel to Campo, on the Mexican border, and thru-hike all the way to Canada. This remote route is 2,650 miles, takes most people around 5 months to complete, and leads hikers through deserts, forests, and mountain peaks, with all types of weather. Tragically, some travelers, like O'Sullivan, never make it home.

The Horrifying Reasons Hikers Vanish From This Deadly West Coast Trail

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WyoFile

Within hours of the sighting on Wednesday, Frank van Manen caught word that there was a grizzly sow with five cubs in tow spotted in Yellowstone National Park. Five cubs following mom is so unlikely that van Manen, who leads the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team, pondered an explanation.

Five grizzly bear cubs make the largest litter in Yellowstone-area history

Wyoming State

USA TODAY Sports Media Group

A Wyoming-based guide has captured dramatic footage showing an elk running for its life while being chased by a wolf in Yellowstone National Park. Bo Welden’s footage (posted below) begins with text informing viewers to prepare for an “expected outcome.”. While that’s a vague hint of what’s to...

Watch: Yellowstone elk turns tables on wolf after stirring chase

According to a press report from officials at Ski Portillo, the resort has received 113 cms of snow since last Thursday. This storm is predicted to start up again after today and last a few days, likely to dump several feet on the Chilean resort.

Ski Portillo Blanketed by 45 Inches of Snow Overnight

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

Montrose, CO

Colorado is full of surprises. From its four national parks to many roadside gems, it's a state that serves up adventure around every corner. In the southwest portion of the state, Hwy 550 traverses the landscape, linking New Mexico in the south to Montrose, Colorado in the north. Along that stretch of highway, you'll find the town of Ouray nestled into a river valley within the San Juan Mountains.

This Awe-Inspiring Mountain Town In The West Is Best Known As America's Switzerland

Virginia State

Margaret Minnicks

Many new laws become effective in Virginia on July 1, 2024. However, a law has always existed in Virginia, but some residents might not be aware of it. According to WSET, leaving grass clippings and other debris on Virginia roads is illegal.

It is illegal to leave grass clippings and other debris on roads in Virginia

Chicago Happenings

What is more summery than an icy, sweet frozen drink? If the heat wave is getting to you, try whipping up this simple frozen strawberry lemonade. All you need is your choice of lemonade and some frozen strawberries. You can use store-bought lemonade, make your own from scratch, or a powdered version. As for strawberries, frozen ones are the easiest choice. If you'd rather use fresh, add at least two cups of ice until you reach a nice, frozen consistency.

2-Ingredient Frozen Strawberry Lemonade: Beat the Heat!

Denver, CO

David Heitz

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

Reading, PA

Mahanoy City, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

MAHANOY CITY – Two members of a motorcycle club were convicted on federal charges, accused...
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Convicted motorcycle club members orchestrated ‘brutal’ home-invasion in Mahanoy, feds say

Clark County, WA

Timothy A Gruver

Dentist Ellis B. Jardine of Clark County has been suspended for allegedly practicing outside the scope of his licenses and subpar care, the Washington State Department of Health reported on Friday.

Dentist Suspended for Subpar Care & Unlicensed Practices

According to Shakey's website, this pizza parlor is only in California, North Carolina, and Washington state in the U.S. now. This was my family's go-to pizza joint when my father was stationed with the Air Force outside of Omaha, Nebraska. We liked it so much, that when we were transferred again, it was hopeful we'd find another one.

Shakey's Pizza Parlor and nostalgia: the first franchised pizza restaurant also landed in Missouri

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4 Small Ski Areas With Big Terrain Expansions on Deck

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4 Small Ski Areas With Big Terrain Expansions on Deck

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