Polk County, FL

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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

Virginia State

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Ronkonkoma, NY

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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

When Magda decided to go on a cycling trip with her best friend, she knew many adventures would follow. However, one particular event was something Magda will cherish forever. After a full day of cycling the two girls got pretty hungry, so they decided to cycle to a nearby city and get a quick snack. However, someone else had an empty tummy as well…

Starving Kitten Approaches Two Cyclists To Beg For Food And Finds A Life-Changing Adventure

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

South Carolina State

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Colleton County, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

Colorado State

David Heitz

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

Denver, CO

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

24/7 Wall St.

When you’re hiking, the gear you use is of utmost importance. You need gear that works and is durable enough to last several trips. The best hiking gear doesn’t need to be re-purchased often, though it may be expensive upfront. (This is where the saying, “buy once, cry once,” comes from.) Whether you’re a seasoned hiker […]
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Avoid All Hiking Brands Except These 9

Pompano Beach, FL

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In a shocking revelation, Kings Mart, a grocery store in Pompano Beach, has been slapped with a series of severe health violations by the Florida Department of Agriculture. The inspection, carried out by Francis Odio, uncovered a disturbing range of problems that have led to the immediate closure of several sections of the store.

An inspection found bugs in the food and rodent poop on the shelves at a Florida grocery store

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?

Adventure On SI

Having a quality sleeping pad can boost your camping experience. Explore the various types of  pads and how to decide which one is best for you.

How to Choose a Sleeping Pad for Overnight Hiking Trips

Oregon State

Bend, OR

GreenMatters

With values rooted in accountability, integrity, and respect (according to the city itself), Bend, Ore., was once known as the "Farewell Bend." Named after the 90-degree bend in the Deschutes River south of the now beloved downtown area, as per the City of Bend website, the land — previously occupied by the Wana Łama, Wasq’u, and Norther Paiute people — officially became the City of Bend in 1905.Famed for the Oregon Trunk Line Railroad, an irrigation industry, and the innovations by frontier developer Alexander M. Drake, the high-desert town is now adored for its craft beer culture and outdoor recreation.And...

Experience "The Outdoor Playground of The West” — An Eco-Friendly Bend, Oregon Travel Guide

Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members! Download the app. Earlier this summer, I was hiking in the rain on Canada’s West Coast Trail when the path crossed under a large log. I lingered for a moment in the dry refuge, and noticed overhead the words “I love u” carved into the underside of the wood. I smiled, called my partner over for a selfie, then hiked on. On a crowded trail that’s riddled with reminders of human life, from lighthouses to wooden ladders and outhouses, I was unbothered by this small and hidden message. But not all hikers feel the same way.

Someone is Leaving Tiny Sculptures on the Pacific Crest Trail, And Hikers Are Not Happy

Milton, FL

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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

Illinois State

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

The Current GA

Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

SlashGear

Harley-Davidson has long been one of the most popular motorcycle brands. The company is known for building large cruisers for beginners and advanced riders, and the brand has developed an image of freedom and individuality through its many years of production. However, for all of the things we love about Harley-Davidson bikes, there are also a few things that aren't so great. One of the biggest issues that owners have with some Harley motorcycles is their uncomfortable rear suspension, especially on long rides. Fortunately, there are some ways to fix that problem.

The 4 Most Comfortable Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Seats That Riders Swear By

More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

Two immigrants from south of the border told the City Council Monday they were harassed when using hotel vouchers for shelter in Denver. Speaking through an interpreter, Leivy Ortega and Henry Aguilar said they received vouchers for hotel stays from an unnamed non-profit. But they had problems using the vouchers, they said. Ortega said she came to Denver from Connecticut and lived in her car for 15 days. She received a three-day hotel voucher, she said, but hotel staff initially would not honor it. She did not name the hotel. She said staff finally looked at her paperwork and gave her a room, but they wanted to charge her. for it. She said they initially weren’t going to allow her to stay because she has a service animal.

Immigrants allege Denver hotel staff mistreated them

Aurora, CO

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

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In time for its 20th anniversary, the company revamped its most popular rooftop tent and outdoor gear hauler

There’s hardly been a better time to escape into the outdoors. Campers, rooftop tents, travel trailers, and pretty much every bit of decent outdoor gear and...

In time for its 20th anniversary, the company revamped its most popular rooftop tent and outdoor gear hauler

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