Tennessee State

Dolly Parton’s beloved Dollywood has suddenly closed down without prior notice. Located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, Dollywood is the eponymous theme park co-owned by country music icon Dolly Parton. Since opening in 1986, the park has grown into one of Tennessee’s most popular attractions, blending the traditional crafts, food, and music of Appalachia with thrill rides such as Lightning Rod, Wild Eagle, Blazing Fury, and Big Bear Mountain.

Dollywood Shuts Down Entire Theme Park Effective Immediately

Kansas State

Columbia, MO

Oxygen

Jesse Valencia of Kentucky made a grim prediction to his mother when he was just seven years old. “He said, ‘Mom, I’m not gonna live to be — very old.’ He said, ‘I’m gonna die at a very young age,’” his mom, Linda Valencia, told Dateline: Secrets Uncovered.

Married Missouri Police Officer Kills College Student He Was Having Affair with, Who Threatened To "Out" Him

Murfreesboro, TN

The US Sun

A LUCKY lottery player almost missed out on their prize when a gas station employee allegedly tried to keep the golden ticket for himself. The clerk stole the winning lottery ticket from the customer by hiding it in the trash after he discovered that it was worth $1 million, police said.

I won $1 million on a lotto scratch-off but didn’t get a penny after clerk threw it in trash – now he’s facing jail time

Brandon, FL

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Hey taco lovers! Here's a heads-up about a recent hiccup at Romi's Tacos in Brandon, Florida. Known for its fresh, homemade Mexican eats and lively atmosphere, Romi's has been a go-to spot for those craving authentic flavors and good vibes.

Popular Florida Taco Joint Closed Again for dead millipedes, rodent droppings, and a live roach

Orange County, CA

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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

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?

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Your radar detector likely won't get in you into trouble with the cops. But there are a few exceptions. 
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Will You Get in Trouble With Police Officers for a Radar Detector?

Polk County, FL

Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

Kentucky State

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Daily Times

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife has confirmed the presence of Nine-Banded Armadillos in Kentucky. The armadillos came through Central America and made it to Kentucky in about the mid-1980's.

Nine-banded Armadillos spotted in Kentucky

In a story reminiscent of a Hollywood thriller, three elderly men with a combined age of 227 have become Japan’s latest criminal sensation. Hideo Umino, 88, Hidemi Matsuda, 70, and Kenichi Watanabe, 69, met in prison and, upon release, turned to burglary. Dubbed “G3S” by police, the trio targeted...

The Grandpa Gang: Three elderly men with a combined age of 227 become Japan’s new criminal sensation

Virginia State

Richmond, VA

3,971 bottles of tequila, 1,377 bottles of Hennessy VS Cognac and 593 bottles of Don Julio Tequila Blanco. These are just some of what AXIOS Richmond reports are the stolen inventory from a string of thefts plaguing the Virginia ABC’s liquor stores for the first six months of 2024.

2024 Has Already Seen Over $800,000 in Booze Stolen From Liquor Stores in This State Alone

Scott County, VA

Watchful Eye

Scott County Sheriff’s Office announced two people have been charged in connection with the death of a 7-week old baby. At around 5 p.m. on Monday, July 22., a call came in to Scott County Central Dispatch regarding a baby who wasn’t breathing. According to the sheriff’s office, rescue and deputies were immediately dispatched to the scene in the Alley Valley area.

2 charged in Scott County after death of 7-week-old baby

A shocking photo shared on Reddit has Melburnians fuming over the careless disposal of vapes along a major highway. The image, posted to r/Melbourne, shows dozens of discarded vape devices littering the roadside at the merge of Westgate and Bolte freeways. "Vape wall. Anyone else seeing this regularly. People throwing...

Motorists baffled by disturbing sight found along highway while sitting in traffic: 'Absolutely no respect'

Denver, CO

David Heitz

In this week’s installment of Homeless Hotel Diary, broken glass again leads the lineup. Someone smashed a window in the lobby of Fusion Studios, the Colorado Coalition for the homeless property where I live and pay a third of my income for rent. This same person shattered the door to the case manager’s office and threw rocks through the windshield and side windows of the community van. Multiple residents told me who did the damage – the same person allegedly committed all three crimes – and last I knew that person still was at large. I could not get any official reports from Coalition staff. They were not available to speak with me Friday.

Opinion: Homeless Hotel Diary: Busted door, windows at Fusion Studios in Denver, internet spotty

South Carolina State

It was a calm, warm summer night. Penny Stephens was on vacation with her daughter, her father and his wife at the time in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Penny was collecting shells by the shore, one of her younger sister Shannon Hercutt’s favorite activities. It was the last moment...

Murder of Tennessee woman Shannon Hercutt remains unsolved on the 15th anniversary of her death

Georgia State

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

Illinois State

(SPRINGFIELD) A bipartisan proposal has been brought forth by some Illinois members of Congress to unveil the federal government’s efforts toward preventing coal mine collapses. Jointly submitted by U.S. Representatives Mike Bost of Murphysboro and Nikki Budzinski of Springfield, the Monitoring, Investigating, Navigating, & Explaining Subsidence Act would require the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Office of Surface Mining Reclamation & Enforcement to report to Congress on the steps taken to prevent coal mine cave-ins.

ILLINOIS STATE NEWS BRIEF (07/26/2024)

Alabama State

Ever wondered how different states fare when it comes to quality of life? From bustling cities to serene countryside, the United States offers a diverse range of living experiences. However, not all regions enjoy the same prosperity and comfort. Delving into the data, we’ve uncovered the 21 states facing significant challenges, from economic woes to social issues.

Crumbling Schools: Why don't rural East Tennessee schools get fixed?

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