Polk County, FL

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The Polk County Sheriff’s Office, under the leadership of Sheriff Grady Judd, made an arrest on Saturday, July 9, 2024, following an unusual incident at a local drive-thru. According to information posted today on the Polk County Sheriff's Facebook and Instagram page, Marcus Jenkins fell asleep in the driver’s seat of his car while waiting for a chalupa, leading to a call to deputies.

Man Arrested After Falling Asleep in Taco Bell Drive-Thru

Denver, CO

David Heitz

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Georgia State

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Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

House Digest

Aphids are an unwanted plant pest known to most gardeners, but getting rid of these pesky insects is probably easier than you realize. Here's how.

The Lazy Gardeners' Trick For Dealing With Aphids In The Garden

While the Western style can be chic and timeless, it has to be done right. Discover two dated Western decor trends you may end up regretting down the line.

Western Decor Trends You May Live To Regret Using In Your Home

Standing water in your dishwasher can be worrisome and shouldn't be ignored for too long. Here's why you're facing this issue and how to fix it.

Why There's Standing Water In Your Dishwasher & How To Fix It

Colorado State

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Hummingbirds occasionally get stuck in garages, but are your artificial lights drawing them in, and what can you do to prevent it? You should know these tips.

Are Your Garage Lights Luring Hummingbirds Inside? Here's What You Should Know

Is bromine really a safer alternative to chlorine for your swimming pool? We asked the Brand President of America's Swimming Pool Company to weigh in.

The 'Safer' Chlorine Alternative You Should Think Twice About Using In Your Pool

Potty training can be one of the most difficult aspects of parenting, but it doesn't have to be with this easy-to-use toilet seat from Bemis.

The Bemis Toilet Seat That Will Make Potty Training So Much Easier

Kentucky State

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

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Instead of tossing out your old CDs, there's a beautiful way you can repurpose them to create stunning suncatchers in just a few steps. Here's how.

Don't Toss Your Old CDs, DIY Stunning Suncatchers Instead

The Lens

This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

Some flowers have a short window of time in which they can be planted, but zinnias can keep going throughout the season with a little planning.

The Best Time Of Year To Plant Zinnia Seeds, And How To Do It

There's a popular idea that you should bury banana peels with hydrangeas to help them grow, but here is the reality of what will happen if you try it.

Why Gardeners Are Burying Banana Peels With Their Hydrangeas (& Should You Try It?)

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Gary, a small little Dachshund with a big personality! This pup grew up living comfortably in a home with his owner who adored him. Sadly, tragedy struck when Gary's owner passed away unexpectedly, leaving him all on his own.

Little Dachshund Who Lost His Owner Now Looking For A New Family

You might think giving baby birds a bowl of milk is an avian act of kindness, but there are better ways to help them. Here's why milk isn't a great choice.

Should You Leave A Bowl Of Milk Out For Baby Birds?

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?

If you suspect you have a chinch bug infestation in your yard, try out this coffee can trick to be sure. Also learn about some of the caveats to this hack.

Dollar Tree Items That Double As Perfect Toilet Paper Storage Solutions

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