Park City, UT

Lancaster County, PA

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NewsByJoshua

Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Here’s a story that’s making waves in the retail world: Conn's HomePlus, a well-known discount furniture chain, has just filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. And the news isn’t just about numbers—it’s about real people and places, so let’s dive into what’s happening.

Another retail giant has just filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and is shutting down several stores.

The Spun

A European announcer at the Summer Olympics has been immediately removed from the broadcast after his "inappropriate" comment this weekend. Bob Ballard, a veteran broadcaster for Eurosport, made a "sexist" comment after the women's 4×100-meter freestyle relay on Saturday. Australia won the ...

Olympic Announcer Removed From Broadcast After 'Inappropriate' Comment

Texas State

(WO) – Earlier this week, Texas Railroad Commissioner Jim Wright testified before the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources, where he spoke in favor of bipartisan legislation to provide states with more flexibility to utilize the orphan well plugging funds provided to states under the Infrastructure, Investment, and Jobs Act.

Texas regulator highlights problems in federal orphan well plugging program in testimony to Congress

South Carolina State

Explore Beaufort SC

The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

J. Souza

After hitting the jackpot in the cruise ship's casino, one man was shocked by the prize he won. A recent TikTok video has gotten a lot of attention, showcasing a couple's unexpected windfall during a cruise vacation.

Cruise Passenger Wins Jackpot on Cruise and Gets $50k Cabin Upgrade

Virginia State

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Newark, NJ

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Paterson, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Jasmine McGregor, 32, and Jhenelle Lewis, 35, both of Paterson, New Jersey, have pleaded guilty to conspiring with a physician to distribute oxycodone, a powerful opioid, without legitimate medical justification. The announcement was made today by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Paterson Residents Conspired with Physician to Illegally Distribute Opioids

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

Redbox, the iconic movie rental company with over 34,000 locations nationwide, has announced the closure of its operations following its parent company's filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. This decision has left many of its loyal users saddened, marking the end of an era for physical media enthusiasts.

A rental company with 34,000 locations has closed its doors

Illinois State

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

The DemoSATH floating offshore wind turbine has been operational off the Basque coast since September 2023 and is providing first-hand insights into the challenges of operating floating wind turbines on the open sea. Now, Spanish engineering firm Saitec Offshore Technologies and global offshore wind player RWE have launched the "DemoSATH Lab" initiative to carry out further environmental monitoring studies around the demonstrator. The DemoSATH Lab research will study the platform's interactions with the environment focusing on the possible impact on birds, the emission of underwater noise and the interactions of marine life with the structure. The program will last until at least the end of 2025 in order to span multiple seasons and weather conditions.

RWE, Saitec Commission Environmental Studies at DemoSATH Offshore Wind Project

Awards totaling $25 million and ranging from $1 million to $8 million each are being invested into locally-led workforce training programs aimed at securing high-quality jobs. The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced the launch of a new phase of funding for the Good Jobs Challenge. This round builds on the success of the initial round funded by the American Rescue Plan.

$25M Available for Workforce Training Programs Through Good Jobs Program

Aurora, CO

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

Oregon State

Montana State

The Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Association (PNWH2 Association), a multi-state hub to establish a hydrogen economy, is now eligible for up to $27.5 million from the U.S. Department of Energy to launch phase 1 of its program. The regional hub, which includes Washington, Oregon and Montana, is one of seven selected...

Pacific NW hydrogen hub launches phase 1 of its program with $27.5M federal award

Philadelphia, MO

NewsNinja

In February 1957, Philadelphia was enveloped by a devastating enigma that had tormented the metropolis for years. Referred to as the "Boy in the Box," the incident involving a young boy's discovery in a paper container has confounded detectives and fans of true crime. Even after many attempts to reveal the facts, the boy's name and the events leading to his demise still elude discovery.

The Mysterious Case of the Boy in the Box

New Jersey State

Trenton, NJ

Black Enterprise

Simply Pure Trenton specializes in healthy edible alternatives. Simply Pure Trenton, an entirely Black-owned cannabis dispensary based in New Jersey, opened its doors July 27. Founded by vanguard husband and wife Scott Durrah and Wanda James, Simply Pure specializes in healthy alternative edibles. Although Simply Pure just opened, James and...

Simply Pure Trenton, Black-Owned Cannabis Dispensary, Opens In New Jersey

Peoa, UT

Midway, UT

Heber City, UT

Kamas, UT

Sandy, UT

Oakley, UT

Salt Lake City, UT

Coalville, UT

TownLift

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Park City Municipal seeks artist for third phase of EmPOWERment utility box design project

This is the third phase of the original EmPOWERment project that initially took place in 2018 and 2023, placing 53 artworks on utility boxes around...

Park City Municipal seeks artist for third phase of EmPOWERment utility box design project

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