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In case you’re wondering, North Carolina teacher pay remains pretty dismal. Honestly, in comparison to neighboring states and the nation, it’s downright embarrassing. Consider these stats from the National Education Association:. North Carolina ranks No. 42 in the nation for average teacher starting salary, at $40,136, and 38th...

Opinion: North Carolina lags behind every neighboring state – and 41 total – in teacher pay, and that is an embarrassment

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Adams County, MS

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Written with artificial intelligence assistance. July 26, 2024 – According to the Darkhorse Press, a late-night raid led by the Adams County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations Group resulted in significant drug and firearm seizures, as well as multiple arrests.

Early Morning Drug Bust Leads to Multiple Arrests in Adams County

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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

Bright red toadstools, funky jelly fungus, and rounded puffball mushrooms in lawn grass may look alarming. However, lawn mushrooms can be a sign that you have healthy soil. Mushrooms can help lawns grow better by breaking down organic matter and making soil nutrients more available to plant roots. Before we...

Are There Mushrooms in Your Lawn? They're Actually a Good Sign, a Gardening Pro Says

August is a time when many gardens can start to look a bit tired, but with a little care, you can keep the blooms coming well into late summer! One of the best ways to encourage more flowers is through the simple process of deadheading. Deadheading involves removing spent flowers from your plants, which redirects their energy from seed production back into blooming. It’s an easy task that can make a big difference in the overall appearance and health of your garden.

How to Deadhead Flowers for More Blooms in August

Atlanta, GA

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

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

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When it comes to natural pest control options, there are plenty of good ideas. From hanging up plastic bags full of shiny pennies, to keeping the things that attract bugs (like hummingbird feeders) away from your home, there are loads of non-chemical options that people swear by. However, there may be one bug repelling hack that could actually boost your home's curb appeal as well, and it's actually a pretty easy DIY for almost any homeowner. Continue reading to learn why some experts swear by a specific house paint color that they say bugs can't help but stay away from,...

Paint Your House This Color to Keep Bugs Away

Your backyard is full of potential. Whether you have a wide, sprawling space or a small plot, your exterior can easily be transformed into the outdoor oasis of your dreams. Starting from scratch, however, can feel overwhelming. That's why we're sharing our best DIY backyard ideas you can design, make, or cultivate yourself—no landscaper necessary.

18 DIY Backyard Ideas That Will Turn Your Outdoor Space Into an Oasis

Tampa, FL

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Three men and a woman have been arrested on murder charges in connection with the fatal shooting of Charles Jones , a Jacksonville rapper known as Julio Foolio,” outside a hotel in Tampa.

4 arrested in slaying of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio

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

If brown patches suddenly pop up in your lawn in the middle of summer, the most likely culprit is a fungal disease called, "brown patch." Grass turns brown when it's no longer receiving the proper nutrients, so this could be caused by the disease, underwatering, overwatering, or overfertilization. Brown patches...

5 Simple Fixes for Brown Patches on Your Lawn

There is no plant in the landscape as stunning as hydrangeas. There, I said it, and I stand by it. They're a truly show-stopping (yet surprisingly low-maintenance) option for so many different environments, from coastal to mountainous. And thanks to my love of hydrangeas, the following news was some of...

A New Hydrangea Is Coming in 2025—and It Has More Flowers Than You've Ever Seen

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Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas, a $1.35 billion behemoth of the sea, has recently been introduced to the world since its maiden voyage on July 19th. The ship, boasting nearly 5,700 passengers and a crew of over 2,200, offers an array of amenities designed to cater to multi-generational families on shorter 3- and 4-day itineraries.

Cruise Passengers Not Happy About Feature on World's Newest Mega Ship

Ohio State

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

Los Angeles, CA

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Dennis the Menace actor Jay North is now 73 years old. This is his story. On August 3, 1951, Jay North was born Jay Waverly North, Jr., in Los Angeles, and seven years later, began acting on TV on shows like Wanted: Dead or Alive, and 77 Sunset Strip.

Former Childstar Jay North (TV's 'Dennis the Menace') Turns 73

It’s that time of year when garden borders begin to look either overgrown or have spots where plants have died out. August is a good time to consider dividing and rearranging perennials. Which ones should you divide now?. It’s a good idea to dig 4 to 6 inches away...

Perennials: Time to Divide & Conquer

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

The US Sun

SHOWING  guests through to the back garden Ben Swanborough proudly shows off his garden in full bloom. But it’s not the lush garden landscape at the back of the family’s three-bedroom semi that’s getting the most attention but rather the spectacular wooden structure hidden amongst the trees. “I built a two-story wooden house for my […]

My teenage daughter wanted her own home so I built her one for £500 in the garden, it’s even won an award

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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Answer Man: French Broad River mysteriously rising and falling in Woodfin? Poop bags MIA on French Broad Greenway?

Today’s round of questions, my smart-aleck replies, and the real answers:. Question: We have recently noticed days when the level of the French Broad River —...

Answer Man: French Broad River mysteriously rising and falling in Woodfin? Poop bags MIA on French Broad Greenway?

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