Georgia State

Columbus, OH

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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’

Iowa State

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Wisconsin State

National Weather Force

Severe thunderstorms are expected across parts of the Midwest much later today, particularly impacting areas in northern Illinois, eastern Iowa, and southern Wisconsin. These storms will be capable of producing damaging winds, large hail, and isolated tornadoes.

Damaging Winds, Large Hail & Isolated Tornadoes Possible; Midwest; Evening; August 27th, 2024

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

ATLANTA – Georgia lawmakers are having second thoughts about switching the University System of Georgia from a quarter to a semester system back in 1999. A state House study committee will begin meeting soon to take a fresh look at whether both the university system and the Technical College System of Georgia – which moved to semesters in 2011 – should switch back to quarters.

State lawmakers mulling switch of university system to quarters

North Carolina State

Mississippi State

The HBCU Founders Initiative (HBCUFI) has proven to be instrumental in promoting entrepreneurship among Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), assisting over 1200 startup founders through mentorship, resources, and bespoke programs. Recently, HBCUFI set a milestone by announcing a partnership with Microsoft and the Walton Family Foundation. The alliance aims...

HBCUFI, Microsoft, Walton Foundation amplify Black entrepreneurship

Sarasota, FL

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Akeena

Rusty Bucket, a beloved comfort food chain known for its casual American fare, is closing its Sarasota, Florida location later this month. The Sarasota branch, the only Rusty Bucket in Florida, will shut its doors permanently on August 18. The news, which was confirmed by a bartender at the restaurant, came as a surprise to employees, who learned about the closure just a week ago.

Popular Comfort Food Chain to Close Florida Location Permanently

Raleigh, NC

Town Talks

Where you live, work, and spend your time greatly impacts your happiness. According to a new study by SmartAsset, Raleigh, North Carolina, ranks 7th among the happiest cities in the U.S.

Why This North Carolina City Is Among the Happiest Places to Live in the U.S

Entrepreneur

The career market is set for significant changes in the coming years.

10 High-Paying, In-Demand Jobs of the Future That I Would Consider If I Were Planning My Career Now

Belmont, NC

There’s no argument in many folks’ minds that if you want to get some of the best chicken and unmatched customer service, you go to Chick-fil-A. But now, a North Carolina Chick-fil-A requiring adult supervision for teens is ruffling some feathers.

North Carolina Chick-fil-A Ruffles Feathers With New Policy Regarding Teens

Kayvon Thibodeaux is among a growing number of NFL players who are considering life beyond the field. Sportico reported that the New York Giants defensive end has invested in real estate, beverage, hospitality, and restaurant industries. He also has a stake in Meatpacking District’s Meduza Mediterrania. “It’s about alignment...

Kayvon Thibodeaux Becomes A Venture Partner In The Collectiv, Which Aims To Raise $20M Over The Next 6 Months

The Steve Harvey Morning Show

Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Sheila Michelle Foye.  Her career began with the Gas Company here in Atlanta just before natural gas was deregulated. She began as an Office Assistant and moved lattice s...

Entrepreneur inspired by her son’s death has assisted three thousand entrep

Florida State

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

California State

California is on the verge of passing a bill that would enforce sweeping regulations in the AI industry, after it was approved in the state's Assembly Appropriations Committee on Thursday. The bill, SB 1047, proposes a number of safety requirements for AI developers to prevent "severe harm," and includes provisions...

Tech Companies Furious at New Law That Would Hold Them Accountable When Their AI Does Bad Stuff

Louisiana State

The Lens

During my childhood, when my family visited relatives “across the river,” in Bayou Plaquemine, Bayou Goula, Caddo, the Pointe, and White Castle, my siblings and I would sometimes race up and down the levees, some distance away from the cows grazing there. At the summit of the hill, you could see the Mississippi River waters through stands of trees and brush. It never occurred to me that our “playground” was the living testimony of Black men, prisoners of the Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola whom the state of Louisiana had re-enslaved in the convict leasing system.

No longer ‘half slave, half free’

Texas State

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

When I learned the brown tarantula is also native to Missouri, I gasped, and when I say I'm not too fond of spiders of any genus is an understatement. It's psychological. They have too many legs.

It's mating season for the Texas brown tarantula also known as the Missouri tarantula

Los Angeles, CA

- Advertisement - “After attending the Korea Conference last year, our sales increased 12 times. It was a turning point in realizing our dream.”. At the 2024 Korea Conference, held on the Fanta Sea yacht at Marina del Rey in Los Angeles on August 23, Mind AI CEO Paul Lee explained that the company is realizing the vision it introduced at the event a year ago.

Korean innovative startups realize their dreams at annual Korea Conference

House Digest

Jonathon Scott has some really creative ideas when it comes to interior design. During one renovation, he elevated a master bedroom with one element.

Jonathan Scott Adds One Element To Create A Luxurious Bedroom (& How To Replicate)

Liberty, NC

Alamogordo Conservative Daily

Kai Liam Nix, a 20-year-old soldier at Fort Liberty, North Carolina, also known as Kai Brazelton, was arrested last week and detained following the hearing Monday. According to court records, he’s set to appear in court again Thursday to determine whether he will be released and the conditions of his possible release.

Soldier Belonging to White Supremacy Group Indicted on Multiple Firearms Charges

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Obamas, Airbnb CEO award public service scholarships to 5 college students from Georgia

Five college juniors from Georgia received a public service scholarship created by the Obama Foundation and Airbnb Co-Founder and CEO Brian Chesky. Among the 100 recipients...

Obamas, Airbnb CEO award public service scholarships to 5 college students from Georgia

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