Kentucky State

Columbus, OH

Pigeon Forge, TN

Things at Dollywood are getting a little dangerous. Tucked away in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, Dollywood reigns as one of America’s most beloved theme parks. More than just thrilling rides and delectable food, Dollywood offers a unique experience – a vibrant celebration of country music legend Dolly Parton’s life and career. Parton, who grew up in the nearby area, remains the heart and soul of the park for many visitors.

Dollywood Crisis Escalates with Police Investigation, Dolly Parton Silent

Georgia State

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Coffee County, GA

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

Maggie Valley, NC

Fans are calling for their Appalachian queen, Dolly Parton, to save one of their favorite long-lost theme parks, Ghost Town in the Sky. In the mountains of North Carolina, there is a ghost town that used to be Ghost Town begging to be saved. In Maggie Valley, a mountain-top amusement park that used to be the rival of Dollywood is rotting away. So who can save it? Despite a certain April Fool’s Day post that posited Disney might be interested, there is an online effort afoot to get someone with a more local connection interested … Dolly Parton.

Will Dolly Parton Buy the Ill-Fated Ghost Town In the Sky?

Newark, NJ

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Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

The day before George Strait takes the stage for his only Texas show in 2024, he shared another look into his forthcoming 31st studio record Cowboys And Dreamers with “The Little Things.”. While living such a fast-paced life, it’s easy to breeze past moments that seem insignificant at the...

LISTEN: George Strait’s New Song Serves As A Reminder To Slow Down And Enjoy ‘The Little Things’

Gretchen Wilson, the country music sensation who took the industry by storm with her debut single “Redneck Woman” in 2004, seemed destined for a long and successful career. However, as the years passed, her presence in the limelight gradually faded. Gretchen Wilson had a tough upbringing, growing up...

What happened to Gretchen Wilson?

Virginia State

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Cheryl E Preston

The weather is heating up, and many Virginians enjoy a soft drink to cool off. If you will be drinking a glass of soda pop at a restaurant, you should know that there has been a recall.

Four soft drinks that are sold in restaurants have been recalled due to the ingredients

Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

Norfolk, VA

Fifty percent of Norfolk church has high blood pressure. 3WTKR reports that Pastor Reverend Dr. Geoffrey Guns of Second Calvery Baptist Church in Norfolk made a startling discovery in March. He asked congregants who had high blood pressure to stand and half of the congregation rose to their feet.

Virginia pastor reveals half of his African American congregation has hypertension

Thomas County, GA

Vanishing Georgia

According to Pebble Hill Plantation, “The original Piney Grove Church was organized as Piney Grove Missionary Baptist Church in 1885 as a “Bush Arbor” by black families who lived and worked on the plantation. The first wooden church structure was built by Mrs. Kate Hanna Ireland Harvey for the plantation’s staff and their families. Every […]

Piney Grove Church, 1936, Thomas County

Illinois State

Chicago, IL

Chicago Happenings

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

Tennessee State

Memphis, TN

Salon

After a dizzying fraudulent attempt to take control of the one-time home of Elvis Presley, the Tennessee Attorney General's Office is handing the Graceland case over to federal investigators. In May, a mysterious company known as Naussany Investments came close to selling the Memphis home at auction after allegedly defrauding...

Tennessee investigators turn Graceland fraud case over to the feds

Kansas State

iHeartRadio

Luke Bryan shared a relatable love story between college sweethearts.

Luke Bryan Shares Heartwarming Love Story Echoing His Romance With His Wife

Virginia fans of The Young and the Restless have asked where Elena Dawson (Brytni Sarpy) has been. She has not been seen or mentioned in Genoa City for quite a while. There is nothing online about Sarpy's status, and Y&R spoilers for next week do not mention the character, so fans wonder if she has been let go.

Fans of The Young and the Restless are concerned about Brtyni Sarpy and Conner Floyd's status

American Songwriter

When RCA Victor purchased Elvis Presley’s recording contract from Sam Phillips and Sun Records for $40,000 in 1955, many believed the new form of music called rock ‘n’ roll was a passing fad. This “flash in the pan” from Memphis, Tennessee, was beginning to cause a sensation everywhere he performed, but the majority of adults saw this new style of music as a short-lived phenomenon.

The Story Behind “Heartbreak Hotel” by Elvis Presley and How It Was Inspired by a Suicide Note … or Was It?

Colorado State

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

The Aurora City Council will hold a public hearing Monday on whether to allow cannabis dispensaries to stay open until midnight. State law allows marijuana dispensaries to stay open until midnight, but some jurisdictions such as Aurora shortened hours to 10 p.m. Council member Curtis Gardner has brought forth the ordinance to lengthen the hours.

Aurora considers midnight dispensary hours

Nashville, TN

Nashville-based singer-songwriter Terri Lynn Kathey who has also performed under the name Terri Lynn Blues has gone missing. Her husband, Kevin Kathey last saw her on the morning of Sunday, June 16. Family friend Kerry Pharr broke the news of Kathey’s disappearance on Facebook yesterday (June 17) morning. According to...

Nashville Singer-Songwriter Terri Lynn Kathey Is Missing

Thomasville, GA

The Church of the Good Shepherd was established in 1894 by 27 men and women familiar with the services of the Episcopal church and who wanted a congregation of their own. Members of St. Thomas Episcopal Church, with the full support of Rev. Charles LeRoche, assisted in construction of Good Shepherd. It’s one of just […]

Church of the Good Shepherd, 1894, Thomasville

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

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

Bacon County, GA

On Monday, a search at a Bacon County home by investigators resulted in the discovery of a large quantity of illegal drugs, including methamphetamine and cocaine. However, the suspects are currently not in custody.

Raffle tickets on sale to benefit KSP’s Trooper Island Camp

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