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Trenton, GA

The Dade County High School Wolverine football team scrimmaged Marion County High School and Howard High School on Friday night as they prepare for the opening of the 2024 football season. Coach Jeff Poston had this to say about the Marion County scrimmage, “I feel like we were physical, and...

Wolverines Kick Off Season Tomorrow Night At DCHS

Conyers, GA

Covington, GA

Newton is 8-1 against Rockdale County since September of 2015, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Monday. The Newton Rams have the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome the Rockdale County Bulldogs at 5:30 p.m. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.

Softball Game Preview: Newton on Home-Turf

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

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

Denver, CO

David Heitz

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

Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

It's been 33 years since the handsome actor and Emmy award-winning TV game show host Bert Convy died of a brain tumor at 57 in 1991. This is his story. Bert Convy was born July 23, 1933, in St. Louis, Missouri. His father was in the shoe business, while his parents separated when he was just seven years old. His mother moved the family to California in the San Fernando Valley, where Convy attended North Hollywood High and was named the "class clown."

In Memory of Actor/Game Show Host Bert Convy: 33 Years After His Tragic Death From Brain Cancer

Covington, LA

The Archbishop Hannan Hawks are starting a new era in 2024 as interim head coach Steve Soper was given the full-time head coaching gig at the end of last year. After a rare winless season in 2023, Coach Soper is focused on getting his players better starting early in the spring and summer.

2024 GF Media Day Preview: Archbishop Hannan High School (Covington, LA)

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

Georgia State

Charlotte, NC

Daily Coffee Press

Here we (could) go again.. After making a second landfall in South Carolina, Debby weakened to a tropical storm and now located close to Charlotte, North Carolina. Despite the downgrade, the storm remains a threat, bringing heavy rainfall and tornado watches across North Carolina. Tragically, Debby has claimed six lives, including two in Georgia. Although Debby will soon lose its tropical characteristics, the risk of flooding and tornadoes persists as it moves into other states.

NHC Monitors Potential New Storm That Could Threaten Georgia

Tallahassee, FL

The FBI is investigating the disappearance of a now 13-year-old girl who went missing from Florida last year and has ties to Georgia and Tennessee. A $15,000 reward is being offered to anyone with information that can lead to her location.

FBI Investigating Disappearance of 12-Year-Old Girl Who Has Ties to Georgia

Ripley, MS

Walnut, MS

Mississippi News Group

Written with artificial intelligence assistance. Walnut Volleyball head coach Kelley Hopper comes up with a different word each year to drive home to her players. This year’s word is “consistency.” And five games into the 2024 season, the Lady Wildcats have been consistently winning.

Lady Wildcats Volleyball Stay Consistent; Sweep Lady Tigers for Fifth Straight Win

Trigg County bounced back from a disappointing loss to Caldwell County on Monday with a 7-2 district win at Crittenden County Tuesday night. The Lady Wildcats controlled most of the first half against Caldwell and nearly outshot the Lady Tigers by a 2-1 margin but lost 5-1. The script was...

Lady Wildcats Bounce Back With District Victory

Texas State

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Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue organization in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a dog named Blazer who is looking for his forever home. According to the nonprofit rescue organization, Blazer has had quite a journey. “Blazer was one of 7 dogs ‘saved’ by another rescue down in Texas and when he was just a young puppy. Then, he was abandoned by this ‘rescue’ and left in a boarding kennel for 9 months. He is now a little over a year old, and 55lbs.” Thanks to Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. for stepping in to help Blazer, he is now on the path to finding a family to love him.

Meet The Sweet Dog Abandoned At Texas Kennel For Months Now Looking For Love In Massachusetts

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, quotes and commentary that appear in this article are from an interview conducted by the author with those mentioned.]. Beloved, Tony Award-winning actress Alice Ghostley, who died at 81 in 2007, found mainstream fame in three hit TV shows: Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Mayberry R.F.D. (CBS, 1968-1971), and Designing Women (CBS, 1986-1993). However, she initially declined participation in of those landmark series. What follows is what happened.

'Bewitched' Actress Alice Ghostley Refused "2nd Mrs. Kravitz" Role After Friend Alice Pearce Died

The Current GA

Advanced Placement African American studies will be offered in Georgia high schools with state funding, Superintendent Richard Woods said Tuesday, but some members of both political parties are still wondering why there was ever any question.

Georgia schools chief reverses African American studies ‘mistake’

Declutterbuzz

It is a natural thing for me to declutter and get organized four times a year in accordance with the seasons. Maybe it is a New England thing because the seasonal change is a noticeable transitional period.

Fall Decluttering Is The Best Time To Get Organized!

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Tiger, a gentle and affectionate two-year-old dog who is currently looking for his forever home. Weighing in at 18 pounds, Tiger has captured the hearts of the team at Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. with his sweet and shy demeanor. They aren't sure what his breed mix is, but are hoping Tiger's future family will find out. "Maybe his future family will do a dna test and share the results with us!"

Meet The Sweet & Shy Dog Who "Wants To Be Your Shadow" Looking For Love

Colorado State

The driver of a bakery goods truck who Denver police crashed into head-first will receive a $350,000 payday from the city. The settlement to Christopher Cordova appears on the consent agenda of Monday’s City Council meeting. Items are the consent calendar are considered routine and generally pass in a block vote. However, council members Shontel Lewis and Sarah Parady regularly call out the settlements to draw attention to them.

Bakery truck driver latest to receive a Denver police payout

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

Denny's was once a staple of the American diner landscape. In recent years, it has had its ups and downs, especially post-pandemic. The dining habits of people also change. Some customers have a more discerning taste.

Denny's: a legacy of serving customers for over 65 years including 27 locations in Missouri

Columbia, SC

Brianna Billie has been appointed as the new head coach of the Alcorn State University Lady Braves softball program, as announced by Interim Athletic Director Robert Raines. Billie previously led the Benedict College softball team for two seasons and has an extensive background in coaching and mentoring student-athletes. Known for her competitive spirit, she had a remarkable collegiate playing career, earning accolades and leading in stolen bases during her tenure.

Brianna Billie Takes Helm as Head Coach of Lady Braves Softball

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Countdown to Kickoff: East Central Hornets

HURLEY, Miss. (WLOX) -The East Central Hornets are coming off 3-7 record that saw them miss the playoffs for the first time in years. As head...

Countdown to Kickoff: East Central Hornets

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