West Virginia State

Summersville, WV

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Appalachian Thymes

As summer comes to an end and temperatures begin to drop after the recent heat wave, the enchanting hummingbirds that have been gracing West Virginia gardens are preparing for their long journey south. These tiny travelers, known for their incredible energy and vibrant colors, will soon begin their migration to warmer climates in Mexico and Central America. For those who cherish their presence, it’s a bittersweet time, but understanding their migration patterns can help us appreciate the journey they’re about to undertake and look forward to their return in the spring.

Farewell for Now: When Hummingbirds Will Leave West Virginia and When They’ll Return

Virginia State

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Richmond, VA

Virginia's Blue Ridge Voice

At least three Virginia children were hospitalized with burns after attempting the latest TikTok challenge. Dr. Michael Feldman with the Evans-Haynes Burn Center at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Health shared details with WRIC.

The Jolly Rancher Grape Challenge is sending Virginia children to the hospital with burns

Booneville, MS

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Written with artificial intelligence assistance. The Prentiss County Grand Jury has handed down indictments against two Booneville residents on charges of child endangerment, according to the Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department.

Two Women Indicted for Child Endangerment

Salem, OH

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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

Washington, DC

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A woman says she overheard Texas Roadhouse corporate managers plotting to terminate an employee who is in the intensive care unit (ICU) by baiting her husband with a fake benefits package. The story has sparked outrage in a now-viral TikTok.

Woman catches Texas Roadhouse managers allegedly scheming to terminate an injured worker

Shenandoah, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

SHENANDOAH – State troopers said Friday morning that no foul play was observed in a...
The post PSP: No foul play observed in South Bower death investigation first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel.

PSP: No foul play observed in South Bower death investigation

Kansas State

Missouri State

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According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 1,467 children have been reported missing in the U.S. since January 1, 2024, a drop since the figure of 1,533 previously reported. That drop indicates 66 cases were resolved.

15 missing children in Missouri since June 2024: some cases resolved and more added

Chesterfield County, VA

Margaret Minnicks

WRIC 8 News reported that a Chesterfield special needs student was found with drugs belonging to an elementary teacher on Thursday, August 29. Mary Horton was arrested at Hopkins Elementary School after an officer with the Chesterfield County Police Department responded to a report of “what appeared to be methamphetamine” in her possession."

A special needs student found drugs belonging to an elementary teacher in Chesterfield County

WRIC 8 News reported that Richmond officials have confirmed that the city’s Greyhound Bus Service, located at 2910 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230, will close in October 2024.

Greyhound Bus Service is moving in October from current location in Richmond, Virginia

Thomson, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A Georgia city mayor has been arrested by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation following an investigation and a grand jury indictment. According to GBI officials, the Thomson Police Department requested the agency to investigate an allegation that Thomson City Mayor, 52-year-old Benjamin Cary Cranford, provided alcohol to an inmate on work detail within the city limits on June 4, 2024.

Georgia City Mayor Arrested for Allegedly Giving Alcohol to an Inmate on Work Det

Kentucky State

Jefferson County, KY

Louisville, KY

Federal, state and local public health officials have confirmed the first case of the Oropouche virus in Kentucky and Jefferson County in a person who had returned to Louisville after traveling to the Caribbean.

Health officials report first case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky

Pennsylvania State

New Boston-morea, PA

MOREA – A man serving a life sentence for homicide in southwestern Pennsylvania died this...
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Inmate at state prison near Morea dies, prison reports

Colorado State

Wilmington, NC

Town Talks

Wilmington landed on a list ranking America's cleanest cities. Fortunately for the Port City, it was put in the clean category. American Lung Association, a voluntary health organization whose mission is to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research, ranked 2024's Polluted Cities in America and the top 10 cleanest cities. Wilmington came in 4th on the clean list.

North Carolina City Has Been Named the Most Cleanest City in the State

Georgia State

According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

Tennessee State

Tishomingo County, MS

Counce, TN

Written with artificial intelligence assistance. Brittany A. Norris, 36, of Counce, Tennessee, pled guilty today to three counts of Aggravated DUI in Tishomingo County Circuit Court, according to the First Circuit District Attorney's Office.

Tishomingo County Circuit Court Sentences Tennessee Woman to 40 Years for Aggravated DUI

Wyoming State

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Wyoming’s U.S. Sen. John Barrasso and Rep. Harriet Hageman handily staved off Republican challengers in Tuesday’s primary election. The Associated Press called the race at 8 p.m.

Barrasso, Hageman handily defeat Republican challengers

New Jersey State

Jersey City, NJ

Morristown Minute

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Two members of a Jersey City gang associated with the Marion Gardens Housing Complex were sentenced to lengthy prison terms for their involvement in multiple shootings and other gang-related crimes, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today.

Gang Members Sentenced: 31 Years for Violent Crimes

Florida State

Uncovering Florida

Today, Attorney General Ashley Moody filed a lawsuit against the Biden-Harris administration for failing to provide public documents requested through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) filing. The March 2024 FOIA request sought records related to policies allowing the release of dangerous criminal illegal aliens from U.S. prisons into the general population rather than deporting them.

FL Attorney General Sues Biden-Harris Administration Over Release of Criminal Illegal Aliens

Buffalo, WY

The House Draw Fire burning in northern Wyoming grew to more than 163,000 acres on Thursday — nearly the combined size of Denver and Salt Lake City — threatening structures, prompting evacuation orders and forcing the closure of Interstate 90.

Wildfire burns 163,000 acres in northern Wyoming, forcing evacuations and I-90 closure

Pontotoc County, MS

Written with artificial intelligence assistance. According to the Pontotoc County Sheriff's Department, on Friday, August 30, 2024, a coordinated effort by the Special Victims Unit of the Criminal Investigation Division (CID), Patrol Deputies, and the North Pontotoc School Resource Officer led to the removal of nine children from a residence on Graham Road in Pontotoc County.

Nine Children Removed from Pontotoc County Home Following Drug-Related Investigation

Canvas, WV

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Tioga, WV

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Richwood, WV

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Clay, WV

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Gov. Jim Justice announces the kick off to Gauley Season

SUMMERSVILLE, W.Va. — Whitewater rafters are getting ready to brace for the big class V rapids, because Gauley Season has officially begun. Governor Jim Justice made...

Gov. Jim Justice announces the kick off to Gauley Season

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