Kentucky State

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

Iowa State

National Weather Force

Severe thunderstorms are expected across the Central Plains, bringing threats of damaging winds, hail, and a few tornadoes. Check below for further details, timing and much more information.

Damaging Winds, Large Hail & A Few Tornadoes Expected in the Central Plains; July 2, 2024

Pigeon Forge, TN

TheDailyBeast

Guests visiting Dolly Parton’s Dollywood theme park on Sunday were met with heavy rain and flooding that left some stuck inside the park. The park, situated in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, took to X to address the “strong thunderstorm” and “flash flooding.” In their statement, the park said that guests were safe during the storm and that Dollywood was “supporting guests whose vehicles were affected by this weather event.” One “minor injury” occurred. According to Deadline, news of the park’s soggy conditions was first brought to light on social media. In photos shared to X, parts of the park can be seen submerged in rainwater. A video posted to the platform shows a rushing river running through one of the park’s streets. Dollywood was set to reopen at noon Monday. Ironically, prior to yesterday’s events, the park posted a video on Instagram celebrating National Water Park Day. Parton has yet to comment on the incident.Please see this park update for Sunday, July 28, and Monday, July 29. pic.twitter.com/NnK442kKuq— Dollywood Parks & Resorts (@Dollywood) July 29, 2024


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Flash Flood at Dolly Parton’s Theme Park Leaves Guests Stranded

Sevier County, TN

The park is expected to reopen mid-day on July 29th. Heavy rain in Sevier County Tennessee has forced the temporary closure of Dolly Parton’s Dollywood in Pigeon Forge. On Sunday (July 28th), over four inches of rain fell in the area, causing McCarter Hollow Road at Dollywood’s entrance to collapse. A portion of the park and its parking lots have also flooded, forcing guests to wade through waist-high water.

Dolly Parton’s Dollywood closes temporary due to flooding

Chicago, IL

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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?

West Virginia State

Alright, Mountaineer maestros and Appalachian adventurers, it’s time to dive into the unique and folksy slang that makes West Virginia so wonderfully distinct! Grab your banjo and a plate of pepperoni rolls, because we’re about to explore 15 terms that only true West Virginians will understand. Let’s hike those hollers and get started!

15 Slang Words Only People from West Virginia Know

Shenandoah, PA

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NORTHERN SCHUYLKILL – The following is a collection of police incidents reported by local law enforcement...
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Police Log, 7/10/2024

Cluster Springs, VA

Cheryl E Preston

WDBJ7 reports there is an update from the Halifax County Sheriff's Office on a teenage girl reported missing on Wednesday morning. Makinzie Page Shelton, 13, appears to have left alone with only a few personal items.

Halifax authorities have a detailed update on missing teen Mackinzie Page Shelton

South Carolina State

Explore Beaufort SC

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

Huntington, WV

Appalachian Thymes

According to a sign posted on the door, the Sheetz store in the West End of Huntington, located at the historic former Bus Barn site along U.S. 60 at 432 18th Street W., is set for a major transformation. This beloved convenience store will close its doors on July 28, 2024, to undergo a complete rebuild, promising an even better experience for its customers when it reopens in January 2025.

Sheetz Set to Close in Huntington, West Virginia

Tennessee State

Knoxville, TN

Tennessee is peppered with charming small towns, but sometimes a city getaway is just what you need. These destinations—some will be familiar, others may be less so—offer plenty of vacation possibilities, whether you’re interested in touring distilleries, hiking in nature, learning about the state’s history, or something entirely different. Think of these as CliffsNotes for your next Tennessee trip.

The 8 Best Cities To Vacation In Tennessee

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Devra Lee

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Horoscope of the Day, Monday, July 29th

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie who is looking for her forever home. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet Joannie: The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Looking For Love

Cleopatra Jade

In this week’s Astrology, Chiron and Mercury shift into their retrograde motion, plus there’s a New Moon in Leo. We have an interesting week full of planetary transits. In this week’s Astrology, Chiron has entered retrograde motion, allowing us to work on building healthy self-assurance. Mercury will also enter its inverse cycle, helping us reexamine where we lack self-expression and alignment in our lives. There’s a New Moon in Leo that should encourage us to take center stage in our lives. Venus is making the most transits over these next seven days, motivating us to see problematic patterns in our love life and finances.

This Week’s Horoscope Forecast For July 29th to August 4th, 2024

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

Milton, FL

WyoFile

The man shot and killed by rangers at Yellowstone National Park on Thursday approached a building occupied by roughly 200 people while firing a semi-automatic rifle, park officials announced Tuesday.

Yellowstone shooter approached building with 200 people inside while firing rifle, park says

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

Wolfe County, KY

An Ohio man was found alive after 14 days in the rough terrain of a Kentucky forest, just as crews were starting to lose hope, rescuers said.

A man missing for 14 days in Kentucky’s wilderness was found on the last day of the search for him

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First Alert Forecast - Can We Get Some Rain This Time?

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Scattered showers worked through the region from west to east even from the start of the day, but we’re in quite a...

First Alert Forecast - Can We Get Some Rain This Time?

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