A picture (a video, in fact) is worth a thousand words. Consider one of Howard McGhee around 1966. It is at the Newport Jazz Festival All Stars, and an unlikely group of trumpeters is doing a bop tune at metronome-busting speed. The group includes Bobby Hackett and Ruby Braff (unlikely, no?). Hackett is delightedly laughing. Braff walks off into the wings sulking. Young Jimmy Owens has just upstaged Howard McGhee, to put it mildly. The guy selected to teach Owens a lesson on the second chorus is Dizzy Gillespie. McGhee, in the late 1940s known to be a Top Gun of the trumpet, does not even bother to play. He does enjoy Gillespie, for they are old friends. And Gillespie played, well, like Gillespie. By the 1970s, some music writers will refer to Howard McGhee as "forgotten." Sic transit Gloria Mundi. From Downbeat Poll winner (1949) to comeback player (early 1960s) to forgotten (1970s). The jazz life was never easy, and McGhee, a brilliant player, was at Ground Zero when it all blew up, fueled by race, drugs and a little too much time around Charlie Parker. It is another of those dreadful stories. It does not exactly have a happy ending, but it turned out better than McGhee would have thought possible in the early 1950s. This recording is an artefact of McGhee's hard-won rehabilitation. And it is a very good one. Mostly, it swings like mad.

Howard McGhee: Maggie's Back In Town!!

Blanco, TX

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

New York City, NY

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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

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?

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

Carol Perez

There are lots of places in the US where you don’t necessarily need a car. There might be good public transportation and/or your area might be walkable, but for others, this might not be the case.

Free Car Programs: 16 Ways to Get a Car Without Paying

(CHICAGO) Select Cut Steakhouse is closing after nearly 30 years in business. Located at 2808 N Halsted Street, the restaurant is known for its casual atmosphere with a traditional menu featuring steaks, ribs, seafood, and burgers.

End of an Era: This Lakeview Steakhouse is Closing After 30 Years

Oregon State

Youngstown, OH

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A look at some recent news from the pharmacy world. Rite Aid, a familiar name in communities across the country, is facing some tough times. After filing for bankruptcy, they've now announced the closure of four additional locations, adding to the more than 200 stores already shuttered. These closures are part of Rite Aid's strategy to reevaluate its retail presence and navigate through financial challenges.

A well-known pharmacy is closing four more stores because they went bankrupt

Minnesota State

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The hit History Channel series "American Pickers" is gearing up for an exciting return to Minnesota this fall. The show's production team has announced plans to film episodes throughout the state in September 2024, offering locals a chance to showcase their unique collections and share their stories with a national audience.

"American Pickers" Set to Unearth Minnesota's Hidden Treasures

Wyoming State

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

New music from Israeli guitarist Daniel Weiss, Chilean drummer Cristian Tamblay, Canadian guitarist Thomas Polychuck with Simon Phillips and Morgan-Husband-Feraud. Italian bassist Alberto Rigoni with Michael Manring, Joseph Patrick Moore and The Mick Jansen Trio. We go back to 1990 with Baltimore guitarist Carl Filipiak, Chick Corea's Electrik Band and the late Bob Berg.

Daniel Weiss, Cristian Tamblay and Alberto Rigoni

Denver, CO

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An advocate for people experiencing homelessness who recently won $130,000 in settlements from the City and County of Denver for violating her civil rights rubbed it in the noses this week of the Englewood City Council.

Homeless advocate paid $130,000 for Denver police settlements blasts Englewood City Council

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“[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

Virginia State

AI was beneficial for some of the information in this article. If you are a Virginian who loves sunflower seeds in their shells, you have probably found a prize in the bottom of the bag just like in boxes of Cracker Jacks. Instead of a ring it's encountered a piece of bark that can be found in some bags.

There is a not so welcome surprise in the bottom of some bags of sunflower seeds in the shells

A pair of migrant families with children living in a homeless encampment in Denver are trying to raise money to buy two trailers with working bathrooms and kitchens, according to Housekeys Action Network Denver, or HAND.

Denver homeless migrant families with children want to buy trailers

Las Vegas, NV

Jazz pianist, vocalist, and Master entertainer, Joe Darro easily bests Wayne Newton as possessing the title of "Mr. Las Vegas." Now approaching 90, Darro has been as much of a fixture in Sin City as its iconic "Welcome" sign. Originally from Albany, New York and playing and vocalizing for almost eighty years, Darro has been behind the 88s and befriended by names that lit up the Strip and are in Encyclopedia of Jazz—Bobby Sherwood, Ella Fitzgerald, Sammy Davis, Jr., Jack Jones, Pete Barbutti, and scores more. Still in-demand as ever in a changing environment, here Darro shares his musical legacy.

Joe Darro: The Quintessence of Las Vegas

All About Jazz is gearing up to celebrate its 29th anniversary in less than a month and we have some exciting news to share. First, we're launching the All About Jazz Shop featuring Ricci-made products. Hey, if it's made by a Ricci, it's gotta be good! We'll offer the NOW PLAYING (wood) stand and we're already prototyping an AAJ (acrylic) color changing light which is super cool. An AAJ bourbon (glass) tumbler is under consideration.

Approaching Year 29

Palm Springs, CA

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The City of Palm Springs recently commenced a Historical Context Study with well known Southern California consultant Architectural Resources Group (ARG) to document the facts surrounding the complex history of Section 14.

City of Palm Springs Commences Section 14 Historical Context Study

The next single "Scarlet Thread" from "Aether". A simmering and driving ballad, this tune was inspired by the Red String of Fate myth from eastern mythology. Drawing influences from Brazil and the Mediterranean, Patrick really brought out some beautiful colours and textures, alongside Anthony's fretless playing on this track. Tracks.

Scarlet Thread by Juan Dhas

One hopes there will soon come a time in which the memories of the Covid crisis will fade conclusively, but until then its legacy seems likely to linger. As further evidence we have the ensemble Pandemic Solution, a trio originally assembled by pianist Norvald Dahl during the early stages of the pandemic in 2020. Although one might wish for an alternative name for the group—and the same goes for the inscrutable title of the release, Afterdog—there is no disputing the quality of the music on hand. Accessing the talents of one of the strongest rhythm tandems in Norwegian jazz, bassist Ingebrigt Håker Flaten and drummer Håkon Mjaset Johansen, Dahl offers us a scintillating slice of post-bop jazz, superbly played and well recorded.

Pandemic Solution: Afterdog

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A Free Form 45 Format + Davis, Rollins & Hill

This week, for our first hour, we'll present a free-from 45 format. Spinning singles from this box of mini platters I have right here. Reading the...

A Free Form 45 Format + Davis, Rollins & Hill

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