Coffee County, GA

Contributors represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program and self-verified their accounts. They have also demonstrated their experience writing hard news for other outlets. Contributors are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

contributor

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, two individuals from Coffee County were charged with trafficking methamphetamine following a search at a residence on Willacoochee Highway. On August 13, detectives with the Coffee County Drug Unit conducted an operation involving Charles Black, which led to a search of his residence on Willacoochee Highway. According to the report, Black left his residence before the warrant was served and was subsequently detained.

Two Charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine After Search in Coffee County

Writers represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program and self-verified their accounts. Writers are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

writer

J. Souza

Tipping on cruise ships is always a controversial topic. Some cruise passengers believe that tipping should be a personal choice, and others argue that automatic tipping policies are necessary to ensure fair compensation for crew members.

Carnival Responds to Cruise Passenger Wanting to Remove All Tips from Bill

Maine State

Sagadahoc County, ME

Lewiston, ME

The Maine Monitor

Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. When a bill to strengthen Maine’s yellow flag law went into effect earlier this month, Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel Merry said he felt a sense of relief.

Law enforcement officers can now get a warrant to take someone into protective custody

A slow-moving frontal boundary will drop south across the region today and tomorrow, triggering showers and storms today and an area of rain on Tuesday. This boundary extends west to east roughly across Lake Ontario this morning. An area of rain and storms over Canada has moved out over the northern waters of Lake Ontario. This area of precipitation is expected to stay out over the lake until it passes east of the Finger Lakes.

Thunderstorms expected this afternoon and evening

Tupelo, MS

Mississippi News Group

Written with artificial intelligence assistance. In a significant development, the Tupelo Police Department has arrested Julia L. Brown, a 24-year-old resident of Tupelo, following a Capias Warrant issued by Lee County Circuit Court. Brown faces charges of embezzlement related to an incident reported in 2022 involving Savings Gas Station, located at 447 East Main Street.

Employee of Savings Gas Station Arrested for Embezzlement

South Dakota State

Steele, ND

Dramatic video shows the moment a group of travelers nearly got too close to twisters tearing through North Dakota on Wednesday. Severe storms impacted the northern Plains, with the National Weather Service reporting at least one confirmed tornado near Steele, North Dakota. The agency said three potential tornadoes were reported in north-central South Dakota on Wednesday; two were reported in North Dakota.

Stunning videos show massive tornadoes tear through Dakotas

Plymouth, MA

Dianna Carney

The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

UPI News

A ride shut down in the middle of a storm at Six Flags Mexico, leaving those aboard dangling 243 feet in the air for about 10 minutes.

Watch: Riders stranded 243 feet up on Six Flags attraction during storm

Arkansas State

AccuWeather

After rumbling over the Rockies to start the week, severe weather will advance across the Plains and then the Midwest as the week progresses. Following localized severe weather over portions of the Rockies on Tuesday, AccuWeather meteorologists say the main threat of severe thunderstorms will shift eastward across the Great Plains at midweek and then to more of the Midwest Thursday.

Severe thunderstorms to rattle Plains, Midwest

New Jersey State

Dangerous snowstorm slammed communities from the Midwest to Northeast with heavy, record-breaking snowfall and heavy winds from January 30 - February 2, 2021. Major snowstorm slams Midwest into the Northeast January 30 - February 2, 2021. At the end of January a storm tracked across the Plains and Midwest, reorganizing...

Winter storm shatters century-old records in Midwest, Northeast

Woodinville, WA

Maria Shimizu Christensen

Seafair is over but it’s still festival and fair season. With good weather forecast for the weekend, it’s perfect for getting out of the house. There are several festivals happening around the region, covering a range of interests, from food and crafts to a logging show.

Wide Range of Festivals This Weekend

Pennsylvania State

Philadelphia, PA

Angry Ben

Severe Thunderstorm Watches Stretch From New York to South Carolina, and Into Alabama. Good afternoon everyone. The stars are aligning in an unfortunate way for more severe weather this afternoon. In yesterday's forecast, we stated that today's round would be more widespread, and things are beginning to look that way.

Severe Weather Developing Across Parts of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York

The transition from this latest surge of heat to cooler weather is being met with a new round of strong to severe thunderstorms. This may include claps of thunder through midnight as they move east, and residual showers at the beaches by sunrise. The complication we have is a stationary...

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Until 11 PM AND Flood Watch Until Midnight

Massachusetts State

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

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

Los Angeles County, CA

Community Voices represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program but not yet verified their accounts. Community Voices are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

community_voice

Herbie J Pilato

It's been 14 years since actor James MacArthur died of natural causes at only 72 years old. Best known as Danny “Danno” Williams on the original TV adaptation of Hawaii Five-0 (the famed crime-adventure series, CBS, 1968-1980), MacArthur was the adopted son of acting legend Helen Hayes. This is his story.

'Hawaii Five-0'' Actor James MacArthur Was Adopted by Helen Hayes: A Look Back at His Tragic Death

Connecticut State

NBC News

Severe thunderstorms and showers across the mid-Atlantic and the Northeast triggered deadly flash flooding in the tristate area, where roads were turned into rivers, cars were submerged in fast-rising waters, and water rescues unfolded on Long Island and in Connecticut. Heavy rain pounded New York, Connecticut and New Jersey overnight....

Deadly storms batter the Northeast and cause severe flash flooding, submerging cars and prompting water rescues

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

AccuWeather For Business provided exclusive warnings to better prepare companies for tornadoes, thunderstorms, and hail during a severe weather outbreak in March 2023. AccuWeather For Business gave clients exclusive warnings and notices that provided better information and protection, which helped them better prepare for tornadoes, thunderstorms, and hail. BETTER PREPARED...

AccuWeather helps businesses better prepare for a tornado outbreak across the central U.S.

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

NewsBreak

Be ready for penny-sized hail with thunderstorms to hit North Central Pa. Thursday

The National Weather Service issued a report at 3:56 p.m. on Thursday for strong thunderstorms until 4:30 p.m. for Northern Centre as well as Clearfield, Cambria,...

Be ready for penny-sized hail with thunderstorms to hit North Central Pa. Thursday

Comments / 0