Columbus, OH

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

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

Country Music on MJ Pursuits

Country music legend Alan Jackson embarks on his farewell tour, celebrating decades of hits while embracing a new chapter in his family life.

Alan Jackson's Farewell Tour and New Important Family News

The Boot

With almost 30 No. 1 country songs under his belt, Jason Aldean is arguably one of the biggest country music stars of our generation. However, one of those No. 1 songs, almost didn't see the light of day. Jason Aldean Had to be Talked Into Releasing His Biggest Hit Song.

Jason Aldean Reveals He Had To Be Talked Into Releasing His Biggest Hit Ever (Exclusive Interview)

American Songwriter

Becoming an American citizen is no easy feat, but these foreign-born rock musicians managed to become U.S. citizens at some point in their careers. And you might be surprised to hear that some of these rock stars aren’t actually born and bred in the United States!. 1. Gene Simmons.

4 Foreign-Born Rock Musicians Who Became U.S. Citizens

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

TVShowsAce

Ingrid Andress is revealing the reason for her National Anthem horror plus she added that she is headed to rehab. She broke her silence about what happened when she gave, what is being deemed the worst performance of the song. So, what went wrong? Keep reading for more details. Ingrid...

Ingrid Andress Reveals Reason For National Anthem Horror, Going To Rehab

Coral Gables, FL

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Edmond Thorne

Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

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Bucks County Beacon

“[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

Still looking for a rockin’ way to spend your labor day weekend? Look no further. My personal favorite of all the festivals, R&R outdoes itself this year with a Dream Team lineup: the Mavericks, Los Lobos, Marcia Ball, Keb’ Mo’ and Matt Anderson. Matt Anderson? Promoter Chuck Wentworth has a roving eye for talent, and he’s found another star-in-waiting in Anderson. Meanwhile, R&R keeps the heavy hitters coming back. This year, also, Royal Southern Brotherhood, the Voice’s Sarah Potenza and the evergreen Steve Riley & the Mamou Playboys. Kids’ activities and dance stage top off a perfect experience.

The Mavericks, Los Lobos and Keb’ Mo’ Top This Weekend’s Stellar Rhythm & Roots Lineup

Country singer Ingrid Andress has apologised and admitted being drunk while performing a much-derided rendition of the US national anthem, at a baseball stadium. Andress's erratic performance of The Star-Spangled Banner was widely shared after Major League Baseball's Home Run Derby, in Texas, on Monday. "I was drunk last night,"...

Country star sorry for singing US anthem drunk

Georgia State

Dublin, GA

Officials from the U.S. Department of Justice have announced that a 42-year-old man from Dublin, Georgia, has been sentenced to nearly 20 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to distributing fentanyl.

Georgia Man Sentenced to Nearly 20 Years for Fentanyl Distribution

Manchester, NH

InDepthNH.org

Manchester man faces multiple assault charges in connection with a 2-month old baby. On July 7, at approximately 3 p.m. an unresponsive baby boy was brought to Elliot Hospital.

Man Accused of Assaulting Infant

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

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?

Memphis, TN

Desoto County, MS

Walls, MS

Mississippi News Group

July 16 - The DeSoto County District Attorney’s Office announced today that 21- year-old Jaheem Cunningham of Walls was sentenced to 40 years in prison after pleading guilty Monday in DeSoto County Court to one count of second-degree murder.

Man to be in Prison for 40 years After Pleading Guilty to Murder

PopCrush

Country music is all about three chords and the truth, and sometimes the truth isn't pretty. Some of your favorite country stars have lived the heartache they sing about in their songs through very volatile marriages, and some of them have even splashed across the headlines. Contentious marriages are the...

Country Music’s Most Volatile Marriages — No. 6 Is Just Wild!

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A former Jacksonville police officer pleaded guilty Tuesday to enticement of a minor to engage in unlawful sexual activity, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Josue Garriga III, 34, faces a mandatory penalty of 10 years to life in federal prison and must register as a sex offender. A sentencing date has not been set.

Former cop pleads guilty to enticing 17-year-old girl

Massachusetts State

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(MA) Meet Winks, an adorable and incredibly strong puppy with a heartbreaking origin. Winks was found unmoving on the side of a road with severe injuries. He had several very infected wounds and was barely holding on when his rescuers rushed him to the vet. Once there, x-rays revealed the horrifying truth that Winks had been shot numerous times around his face and neck. These injuries resulted in him having his eye removed. Despite that, Winks has made a miraculous and full recovery. He certainly does not let his handicap slow him down at his new foster home. Winks was truly given a second chance at life, and now all he needs is a family to call his own.

10-Month-Old Dog Who Was Hit In Face Several Times Now Searching For Family

Wyoming State

WyoFile

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

Adel, GA

Last Friday, two men were arrested on charges following a joint investigation into drug trafficking in Adel, culminating in a search at their home. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), the search took place on Friday, June 28, at the residence of 28-year-old Shyiem Marquon Banks and 36-year-old Roderick Dion Collins. Investigators discovered a substantial quantity of drugs, including 210 grams of suspected methamphetamine, 3.2 pounds of suspected marijuana, 13 grams of suspected alpha-PVP (Flakka/bath salts), over 90 suspected oxycodone tablets, and 2 firearms.

Two Arrested in South Georgia Drug Bust Uncovering Methamphetamine, Marijuana, and Firearms

Greycliff, MT

Rory Feek is a happily married man again. Eight years after losing his wife and musical partner, Joey Feek, to cervical cancer at age 40, the country music star has tied the knot with his partner, Rebecca, a schoolteacher who has taught his 10-year-old daughter, Indiana, for the past five years.

Singer Rory Feek remarries 8 years after losing wife and musical partner Joey

People

NewsBreak

Esta TerBlanche, “All My Children ”Star and Former Miss Teen South Africa, Dies at 51

\"RIP my Sweet Princess,\" costar Cameron Mathison wrote in an Instagram tribute on July...

"RIP my Sweet Princess," costar Cameron Mathison wrote in an Instagram tribute on July...

Esta TerBlanche, “All My Children ”Star and Former Miss Teen South Africa, Dies at 51

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