Portland, OR

Project: Steel Hut’s Three Models Steel Buildings. Skylab Architecture has recently partnered with Steel Hut to create innovative and cost-effective housing solutions that offer enhanced fire resistance and durability, tailored to withstand harsh climates. According to Susan Barnes, Principal at Skylab, this collaboration is a significant step forward in addressing the challenges of design and construction while supporting the growing desire for living closer to nature. The homes blend advanced fabrication techniques with a nod to mid-century modern architecture, ensuring that they are both aesthetically pleasing and highly functional.

Steel Hut’s Three Models Steel Buildings / Skylab Architecture

Austin, TX

The Mt Larson House is a stunning architectural project by A Parallel Architecture, located in Austin, Texas. This residence exemplifies modern luxury while being deeply integrated with its challenging hillside environment. The design of the Mt Larson House makes excellent use of its steep lot, incorporating an “upside-down” floor plan that places the main living areas—such as the master suite, study, kitchen, and dining room—on the upper level to maximize the expansive views of Austin’s skyline.

Mt Larson House / A Parallel Architecture

Oregon State

Bend, OR

Principal architect: Fernando Rodriguez, Pablo Oriol. Porous House is the latest architectural gem conceived by Malaspina Design, an Oregon-based firm renowned for its sustainable housing solutions under the leadership of Gerardo Pandal. This project marks the second installment in a series initiated by Malaspina Design, furthering their exploration of blending Pacific Northwest dream home aesthetics with modern architectural principles. The design for Porous House was commissioned to FRPO Rodriguez & Oriol, a Madrid-based architectural practice led by Pablo Oriol and Fernando Rodríguez, known for their innovative and context-sensitive designs.

Porous House: Integrating Sustainability and Style in Oregon

Transforming your bathroom into a luxurious retreat starts with selecting high-quality materials that exude elegance and sophistication. Choose natural stone tiles like marble or granite for the flooring and walls, which not only look stunning but are also durable. Adding a statement piece, such as a freestanding bathtub, can instantly elevate the space. In fact, a recent study found that 84% of homeowners update their showers during a bathroom remodel, making it a key area to focus on.

10 Bathroom Decor Ideas to Add a Touch of Luxury

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?

South Carolina State

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Colleton County, SC

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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

Ohio State

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The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

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	Changing out your glassware is an easy way to elevate your go-to table setting. And when you swap out your regular clear glasses for colored, vintage-style goblets like the ones from The Pioneer Woman’s Walmart collection, everyone who sits down to dinner is going to notice! These goblets look as though they’re from a bygone era and will give your table a touch of nostalgia, elegance, and vibrant color.The Pioneer Woman's Recipe for the 'Best Grilled Cheese' Uses This Cooking Method To Create 'Crispy-Melty Magic'




	The Pioneer Woman Adeline Footed Goblets come in a muted plum color, a bright and cheery...

Reviewers Call These Vintage-Style Colored Glass Goblets From the Pioneer Woman’s Walmart Line ‘Exquisite’ & ‘Beautiful’

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, is still looking for a forever home for an adorable six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. 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 The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

Sanford, FL

Akeena

Soul food, a favorite from the South, is loved by many Floridians who used to live up North. Florida is home to popular soul food places like Seth's and Happy Soul. Unfortunately, another favorite, Angel's Soul Food in Sanford, has been closed after a state inspection.

Florida soul food restaurant found with debris, "Mold-Like" substance, and raw sewage on the floor

Georgia State

Daily Coffee Press

The chances for the tropical wave in the Atlantic developing have now risen to 80% over the next seven days. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has advised that this disturbance could become the next tropical storm or hurricane within the coming days, potentially targeting the U.S. East Coast.

Tropical Wave That Could Impact Georgia Now Has 80% Chance of Development

North Carolina State

Town Talks

If you're considering settling down in North Carolina, Niche has released its annual rankings of the best places to buy a house in the state. The rankings are based on home values, property taxes, home ownership rates, housing costs, and real estate trends.

Where are the best places to buy a house in NC? New report reveals top-ranked cities

Tennessee State

John M. Dabbs

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) has issued a health alert to clinicians statewide following reports of severe acute illnesses and adverse effects of consuming Diamond Shruumz™ brand chocolate bars, cones, and gummies. The warning comes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) received reports of serious health issues linked to these mushroom-containing edible products.

Tennessee Health Alert: Severe Illnesses Linked to Diamond Shruumz™ Products

Alameda, CA

Alameda Post

The unthinkable has happened. Again. A gunman has taken multiple lives. The difference this time? It happened here, in Alameda. We are an island, both physically and psychologically. I spend a lot of time explaining to people that our focus is Alameda, and Alameda alone, so our coverage doesn’t usually include stories as horrific as this one.

It Happened Again. Here.

Florida State

Who would have thought that a chain known for its endless shrimp promotion could find itself in such a pickle? But here we are—Florida-based Red Lobster, which has been reeling from financial troubles, may have finally found a lifeline. After a surprising $11 million loss in the third quarter of 2023 due to that very shrimp deal, Red Lobster filed for bankruptcy in May 2024. And now, there’s a glimmer of hope on the horizon.

A Florida based chain that filed for bankruptcy has reportedly found a potential buyer

Alisa and Kevin’s DIY conversion of a 1996 BlueBird school bus, named “Hygge,” beautifully embodies the Danish concept of coziness and contentment. The exterior of the bus is painted off-white and remains largely unchanged, save for some windows replaced with metal panels and the addition of solar panels on the roof. However, the interior transformation is where the magic happens. The couple has designed a bright and inviting living space with white cabinetry and wooden accents, following a “side-by-side” room layout that includes a charming seating area, a functional kitchen with a rolling pantry, a bathroom with a composting toilet and shower, and a cozy bedroom with ample storage.

This DIY School Bus Conversion Has a Splendidly Designed Living Space With a Small Garden

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

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

Cooking With Maryann

Coconut shrimp is such a treat! It's sweet, savory, golden, crispy goodness is completely addicting. It checks off all the boxes for a great appetizer or the main star of the night. Start to finish, this only takes about 20-30 minutes. Here's what you need to make two servings:

Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Sauce

Homes & Gardens

By making a few design choices, you can easily give your patio space a European feel

Mediterranean patio ideas – 5 inspiring ways to transport your outdoor living area to somewhere sunnier

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Copas House: Architecture in Harmony with Nature

Architecture: Pérez Palacios Arquitectos Asociados (PPAA) Team: Pablo Pérez Palacios, Emilio Calvo, Miguel Vargas, Andrés Domínguez, Nancy Estévez, Sergio Delgado, Adán García. Location: Valle de Bravo,...

Copas House: Architecture in Harmony with Nature

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