Chicago, IL

Joe Sullivan and Bob Zurke had several things in common. They were both brilliant pianists with their own sound within the swing tradition of the 1930s, were alcoholics whose drinking affected their lives and careers, and crossed paths during one important period. Michael Joseph O’Sullivan was born on Nov. 4,...

Joe Sullivan and Bob Zurke: Profiles in Jazz

Davenport, IA

BIX BEIDERBECKE JAZZ FESTIVAL (Davenport, IA) – Aug. 1-3 Hot Jazz will return to the Upper Mississippi River next year during the Bix Beiderbecke Jazz Festival. On August 2, 2024, there will be even more music aboard the Celebration Belle, with Matt Tolentino’s Iowans playing on the main deck while T.J. Müller’s Jazz-O-Maniacs perform on the upper deck.

The Festival Roundup August 2024

I was eleven years old when I hit one of Life’s lotteries, and began playing the trombone. I thought it might be fun. Because of this one youthful decision, I’ve met many incredible people, seen places around the world I never imagined I’d be able to visit, and made more life-long friends than anyone has any right to have.

Jonah and the Wailers: A Jazz Reminiscence

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

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

Emily Standley Allard

If you’ve ever wondered why your partner or mate was so gosh darn easy to love, or on the flip side impossible to love at times, their sun sign could give you some important clues! I’ve definitely been in relationships that have tested my patience to the limits and other ones that have been a smooth sailing ride. The answers just may be in the stars! Read on to discover the zodiac signs according to Astrology.com that are the easiest to the hardest to love.

The Zodiac Signs Ranked Easiest to Hardest to Love

North Carolina State

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

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?

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

Marriage is a significant life decision that requires extreme commitment, understanding, devotion and a heck of a lot of compromise. While many people dream of a lifelong partnership, others find the concept of marriage challenging. Astrology offers insights into personality traits and behaviors, suggesting that certain zodiac signs might face more difficulties in maintaining a traditional marital relationship. This article explores the five zodiac signs that are often considered less suited for marriage due to their unique characteristics and tendencies when it comes to lifelong commitment.

The 5 Zodiac Signs Not Meant for Matrimony

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

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

Arizona State

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According to the Arizona Weatherman, on Thursday, 25 July 2024, there will be a similar pattern to yesterday's monsoon thunderstorm track. Storms will initially develop on the Mogollon Rim after 12 p.m. and move southward over the afternoon and evening hours. There is a high likelihood of severe thunderstorms today in some of this convective activity.

Intense thunderstorms to bring strong winds, hail, and flooding to Arizona today

Virginia State

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Houston, TX

Jewel Brown, known most famously for her world tours singing with Louis Armstrong between 1961 and 1968, died on June 25th, she was 86 years old. Born in 1937 she was recording by the time she was a teenager, releasing singles on the Duke and Liberty record labels, and making a local name for herself in the Houston Texas area which continued to honor her throughout her life, including celebrating Jewel Brown day in 2020. She was the headliner at clubs owned by Lee Harvey Oswald’s assassin Jack Ruby. She recorded with Duke Ellington before joining Armstrong’s tour.

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As the curtains of rock’s grand amphitheater draw open, some albums strike a chord that resonates through time more vividly than others. A concept album does more than just collect songs; it weaves them together into a narrative, a theme, or a unified expression of an artist’s vision. Below are eight concept albums that not only illustrate the storytelling power of music but also stand as towering achievements in the rock genre.

8 Overlooked Classic Rock Concept Albums That Will Blow Your Mind

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

Orange County, CA

Corcoran, CA

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CORCORAN – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are investigating the July 28, 2024, death of an incarcerated person at California Substance Abuse Treatment Facility as a homicide.

Pimp arrested in Orange County killed by an inmate at a state prison

Joined by one of two rhythm sections (pianists Ray Gallon or Miles Black, Jodi Proznick or Cameron Brown on bass, drummers Joel Fountain or Anthony Pinciotti and, on two of the seven numbers, saxophonist Dave Say), Ms. Verbrugge is heard throughout in top form. She has a relaxed style while infusing her renditions with subtle creativity and her own appealing musical personality.

Angela Verbrugge • Somewhere

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

This eleven-track marvel is already a few years old, but appears to be the latest record released by the Gallic group comprised by Gilles Berthenet (trumpet), Ezequiel Célada (clarinet), Arthur Defrain (washboard), and Auguste Caron (piano, arrangements). There’s very little info about them online: no website, no social media—only a few live performances preserved on YouTube—which is all the more reason for me to bring them to your attention.

The Washin’ Machines • From Harlem to Montpellier

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Rachel Domber and Arbors: A Great Jazz Legacy Continues

When lawyer-turned-producer of jazz recordings and events Matthew Domber succumbed to cancer in 2012, his partner and wife Rachel needed to take pause and go through...

Rachel Domber and Arbors: A Great Jazz Legacy Continues

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