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Manatees are back in Lowcountry waters and residents in the coastal areas of South Carolina should be particularly alert while boating and please report sightings of these gentle giants to SCDNR.

Manatees are back in South Carolina coastal waters

North Carolina State

As drought continues to intensify in North Carolina, the corn crop is shriveling up. More than 90% of the state’s crop is in fair condition, or worse, according to USDA’s Crop Progress report published July 15. Jeremy Petree has been in the crop insurance business for 15 years....

91% of North Carolina corn is in fair condition, or worse

Dolly Parton’s beloved Dollywood has suddenly closed down without prior notice. Located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, Dollywood is the eponymous theme park co-owned by country music icon Dolly Parton. Since opening in 1986, the park has grown into one of Tennessee’s most popular attractions, blending the traditional crafts, food, and music of Appalachia with thrill rides such as Lightning Rod, Wild Eagle, Blazing Fury, and Big Bear Mountain.

Dollywood Shuts Down Entire Theme Park Effective Immediately

Texas State

Heavy rains from Hurricane Beryl and Tropical Storm Alberto have driven approximately 200 crocodiles into urban areas in Tamaulipas, northern Mexico, near Texas. Authorities have captured and relocated the reptiles, with sightings primarily in Tampico, Ciudad Madero, and Altamira. Increased water levels cause crocodile migration. Karina Lizeth Saldivar, head of...

200 crocodiles crawl into cities in Northern Mexico near Texas after heavy rain

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Town Talks

Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

Asheville, NC

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These popular destinations are definitely worth exploring!

2 North Carolina Spots Named Among 'Best Places To Visit' In The U.S.

Hi everyone! Good news: we can move on from Hurricane Beryl talk now. There is only one area we’re watching in the Atlantic that has a low chance of development. Also, we’ll take a look at an area in the eastern Pacific with a chance of organization. Here...

7/11/24 – Tropical Outlook: A new area to watch for the Carolinas

Transylvania County, NC

New York Post

The death of a 12-year-old boy at a controversial North Carolina wilderness camp for troubled youths has been ruled a homicide, according to an autopsy report.

The preteen — who has only been identified as “CJH” in documents — died in February from “asphyxia due to smothering” after he was locked inside a damaged bivy sack, which is a small enclosed tent, during his first night at Trails Carolina Camp, the state’s chief medical examiner ruled Monday.

It is standard procedure for Trails Carolina campers to spend their first night in the small tent, but staff deviated from its policy when they...

Death of boy, 12, at controversial North Carolina wilderness camp ruled homicide

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

USA TODAY

The National Hurricane Center on Friday is continuing to track a tropical disturbance off the coast of South Carolina.

National Hurricane Center tracking a system off South Carolina coast after Beryl dissipates

Indiana State

Franklin, IN

A wave of closures is hitting Pizza Hut, a pizza chain known for its iconic slanted-roof buildings, with 6,775 locations feeling the pinch in the tough restaurant industry landscape.

A well-known pizza chain with over 6K locations has begun closing some of its stores

Florida State

The next name on the Atlantic hurricane season list is “Chris” and we are monitoring a weak and disorganized tropical disturbance located just east of Florida. This system will continue to travel to the north-northwest and is likely to bring direct impacts to the Carolinas onto the Mid-Atlantic throughout the weekend. For Florida, our weather pattern will be more associated with a stationary front meandering to the north.

Tropical disturbance brews east of Florida, stationary front to the north

Athens, GA

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A 19-year-old Lawrenceville man is in custody after allegedly kidnapping and sexually assaulting a minor, according to a news release from the Athens-Clarke County Police Department.

Teen arrested for kidnapping and molestation after Athens hit-and-runs

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

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

Angry Ben

Tropical Depression #1 Has Formed, Flooding Rains Likely in Texas. Good morning everyone. We continue to watch a tropical pattern that remains stubborn from the Gulf of Mexico, across Florida, and into the Atlantic off of the Bahamas. This is the second phase of this pattern that we have been talking about for almost 2 weeks.

Tropical Storm Alberto to Form in the Gulf of Mexico, Impact to be Felt in Texas & Louisiana

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A man died in police custody Sunday after he was arrested when he scuffled with firefighters and police, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. Joseph Lawson, 43, was the second person to die in the past week while in police custody. Both were hospitalized at the time they died, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Suspect dies in custody; he’s the second in six days

AccuWeather

AccuWeather meteorologists are highlighting a risk for tropical development along the Southeast U.S. coastline. Regardless of development, this feature can produce locally heavy downpours and poor beach conditions. AccuWeather meteorologists are keeping a close watch on the waters off the Southeast and eastern Florida coastline, highlighting a risk of tropical...

Locally heavy downpours, coastal impacts to Southeast from swath of tropical moisture

Clarke County, MS

Mississippi News Group

In a tragic turn of events, 14-year-old Chquese Porter has been denied bond following his formal charging as an adult in the shooting death of 12-year-old Caleb Bender. The incident occurred around 1:00 am on June 29th, 2024, at a residence on River Rd near the intersection of Leola St in the Town of Stonewall, according to a press release from the Clarke County Sheriff.

Bond Denied for 14-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Clarke County

Hamilton Township, NJ

Rainbow Shops, a popular clothier known for its youth clothing, is preparing to shut down its location at the Hamilton Mall in Hamilton Township, New Jersey. The store is currently offering a hefty 40% discount on all items as part of its liquidation sale.

Popular Clothing Store Offers Offers Deep Discounts, Closing 950 Locations in Struggling Mall

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Drought monitor shows conditions worsen for parts of western Carolinas

GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - An update of the U.S. Drought Monitor shows worse conditions for portions of the western Carolinas, now in ‘severe drought’ stage....

Drought monitor shows conditions worsen for parts of western Carolinas

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