South Dakota State

Columbus, OH

Two weeks ago, Yellowstone National Park made headlines when a mother grizzly bear was spotted out and about with five cubs in tow — the biggest grizzly bear cub litter ever seen in the park. Grizzly bears in that region of North America typically only have one to three...

Grizzly bear baby boom in Yellowstone triples cub count in national park

Montana State

A 72-year-old man bravely fought off and killed a grizzly bear that attacked him while he was picking huckleberries in Montana’s Flathead National Forest. The man, whose identity has not been disclosed, was alone when the adult female bear charged at him, causing serious injuries. Despite the severity of the attack, the man managed to fire his handgun, ultimately killing the bear. He was subsequently rushed to a local hospital for treatment.

Montana: Brave 72-year-old fights off and kills aggressive grizzly bear in self-defense after being attacked

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

Last week I was chatting with a young woman. Everything is relative. She's young in the sense that she's half as old as I am. She has a daughter about to head off to college. I complimented her on the splendid human being she raised, and she said, “Yeah, I got lucky.”

More than luck

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Several bears have been euthanized following the June 30 attack

"I just remember the claws digging into my back" – runner recovering after hair clip saves her during grizzly bear attack

Columbia Falls, MT

A 72-year-old Montana man shot and killed a grizzly bear after it attacked him while he was alone picking huckleberries, according to the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks.

A 72-year-old was alone picking huckleberries in a Montana forest. Then, a grizzly bear attacked him

Rite Aid is making headlines again, but unfortunately, not for the best reasons. The essential pharmacy chain is closing a staggering 400 stores, a major uptick from the 143 closures initially planned when it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last October.

A large retail chain is shutting down hundreds stores after going through Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Gardiner, MT

A photo of a dead grizzly bear with its head and paws cut off has caused an uproar, especially after learning it was a beloved bear known to the Yellowstone community. Early Monday morning, the gruesome photo of the bear was captured by a guide on the Yellowstone River near Gardiner.

Outrage In Yellowstone! Grizzly Bear Killed By Wildlife Officials & Left With Head & Paws Cut Off

I have something new and I think my readers are going to like it. My golden retriever Red was bred with an excellent sire named Max. Max is owned by Jim Steurwald of DeForest, Wisconsin, who is an ambitious grouse hunter. Steurwald would have had first pick of the litter...

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Imagine stopping for lunch while on a guided tour of Yellowstone, only to find some surprise guests nearby...a family of grizzly bears passing through! That happened recently when Wildlife Guide Bo Welden was leading hikers on a tour of the park, and he shared a video of the bears on Instagram on ...Continue reading

Hikers on Guided Tour in Yellowstone Get Surprised by Grizzly Bear Guests Passing Through

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In a remote Montana forest, an elderly man's encounter with a protective grizzly bear ends with survival and underscores crucial bear safety advice.

Surprise Grizzly Encounter Leaves Montana Hiker Hospitalized

South Carolina State

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

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BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — A 72-year-old man picking huckleberries in Montana shot and killed a grizzly bear after it attacked in a surprise encounter and injured him badly enough that he had to be hospitalized, authorities said Friday. The man was alone on national forest land when the adult female charged him Thursday. He suffered significant injuries before killing the bear with a handgun, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks officials said. The bear was likely reacting defensively to protect cubs, agency spokesperson Dillon Tabish said.  Wildlife workers set out game cameras in the area to try to confirm the presence of any cubs. If cubs are found, it’s uncertain if they would be captured because it is difficult to find facilities qualified to take them, he said. 

A man kills a grizzly bear in Montana after it attacks while he is picking berries

Conrad, MT

CONRAD, Mont. – With harvest only a few weeks away, John Wicks and his crew at Tiber Ridge Organics are prepping equipment, mindful that their harvest methods differ from those of conventional farms. For John’s pulse crops, like lentils and chickpeas, John will be using a swather to put...

Wicks farm preps for harvest with alternative methods

As conventional dewormers are losing effectiveness in sheep and goat herds, researchers are highlighting alternative methods to deal with the issue. One of the most problematic worm species, the Haemonchus contortus, or barber pole worm, has become increasingly resistant to conventional worming methods, according to Joan Burke, a research scientist with the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Dewormers losing effectiveness in sheep, goats

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?

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

Virginia State

Cheryl E Preston

In Virginia, Drinking in public or offering another person alcohol in a public space is prohibited. This is a class 4 Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250.00. Under a new law that goes into effect on July 1, this will change to a degree.WDBJ7 reports that the prohibition on drinking or offering an alcoholic beverage to someone else in public will no longer apply under the following conditions.

Drinking in public will no longer be prohibited on private Campgrounds in Virginia beginning July 1

They may look fluffy and cute but “patou” dogs – as Pyrenean mountain dogs are known in the Alps – are causing hikers real problems in France

Hiker in French Alps  attacked by a pack of Pyrenean mountain dogs

Hammy and Cheyanne, two miniature poodles, are in search of their forever home. Weighing 6.3lb and 6.4lb respectively, these sweet pups are a bonded pair with a sad past. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, shares their story, explaining that "Hammy & Cheyanne are cruelty case pups that are a bonded pair. They're from a rural area in Texas. These are a pair of sweet little pups that are in need of a fresh start together!"

Meet The Sweet Little Dogs Who Are Looking For Love

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South Dakota landowners must register by Aug. 15 for assistance with prairie dog encroachment. The state’s prairie dog control program is operated by the South Dakota...

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