Peoria, IL

Columbus, OH

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Looking for some summer fun while the kids are out of school? There are many free activities sponsored by local businesses and organizations near you.

20 free things to do with your kids this summer

TravelCenters of America (TA) announced that for this Fourth of July, all active-duty military, veterans and reservists can enjoy a complimentary meal at participating TA, Petro and TA Express restaurants nationwide. Anyone who has served in the armed forces can receive a complimentary meal of their choice by showing proof...

TA Offers Free Food for Military, First Responders on July 4

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

Mississippi State

Tupelo, MS

TUPELO, Miss. – Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby led groundbreaking ceremonies June 26 to kick off construction of the Chickasaw Heritage Center located within the tribe’s historic Homeland in Mississippi. “We gather to commemorate what I consider to be a monumental leap forward in the Chickasaws’ ability to...

Ground broken for Chickasaw Heritage Center in Mississippi

Knoxville, TN

Little kids love splash pads. Heck, older kids have been known to walk through to cool off on hot days. And we really, really do appreciate Knox County’s efforts to provide this service. But, the pads in the city of Knoxville and the town of Farragut are generally bigger,...

Singing the splash pad blues

Clark County, WA

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Timothy A Gruver

Dentist Ellis B. Jardine of Clark County has been suspended for allegedly practicing outside the scope of his licenses and subpar care, the Washington State Department of Health reported on Friday.

Dentist Suspended for Subpar Care & Unlicensed Practices

Washington State

The Washington State Board of Nursing has suspended the registered nurse and advanced registered nurse practitioner licenses of Percy Lynchard III, the Washington Department of Health reported on Friday.

Nurse's Licenses Suspended for Improper Rx: Investigation Reveals Substandard Care

Colorado State

The Finance and Governance Committee of the Denver City Council voted Tuesday to ask voters whether the U.S. citizenship requirement for police and firefighters should be dropped.

Committee OKs removing citizenship requirement for police, firefighters in Denver

Gloucester County, NJ

Franklinville, NJ

Morristown Minute

FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. -A Gloucester County, New Jersey, man admitted today that he defrauded the government of more than $200,000 in Social Security and Medicaid benefits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Man Guilty of $200K Social Security & Medicaid Fraud

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

One might be wise to wait until after Independence Day to adopt one of these cats. They just don't like the noise of fireworks, which, combined with the sudden, scary changes of a new home might not make for a great start. Come Friday, the 5th though, go and grab up one of these terrific cats, all available from local, Kansas City shelters.

Celebrate your 4th with one of these great cats

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Cripple Creek, CO

Colorado Jill

(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

American Songwriter

Country music legend Mark Chesnutt recently underwent emergency quadruple bypass surgery to save his life after complications with his heart health. His team posted on social media sharing the news and announcing that his upcoming shows would be canceled as he focused on getting well. Now, Chesnutt himself has spoken about the experience, and shared that he “has a new heart” following surgery.

Mark Chesnutt Has a “New Heart” After Undergoing Emergency Surgery to Save His Life

Douglas County, CO

CBS Denver

The head of Raptors Baseball in Castle Rock said the organization has had to turn away 100 kids from playing baseball this season. If the proposed Douglas County expansion plan goes through, it would leave them with only one lit baseball field.Right now, discussions around renovating the fairgrounds include moving the rodeo arena to the area now occupied by ballfields. That would demolish four fields including the multi-purpose field, two baseball fields, and the football/soccer field.The Raptors said it's been 31 years since the county has built a baseball field in Castle Rock despite the population in Douglas County quadrupling.Now,...

Douglas County sports community works to preserve fairgrounds

Pierce County, WA

Western State Hospital nurse Bakari Shaban Gakere of Pierce County has been charged with striking a patient, the Washington Department of Health reports. In May, the Board of Nursing charged licensed practical nurse Gakere with unprofessional conduct, according to the DOH.

Nurse Charged with Assaulting Patient at Western State Hospital

Georgia State

DeanLand

When it comes to living a longer life in Georgia, location matters. And living in one of Georgia's top counties for longevity can add up to 13 years of extra life expectancy as compared to its bottom-ranked counties.

Huge Life Expectancy Gap Revealed Between Georgia's Urban, Rural Counties

Saint Cloud, MN

The addition of six courts at St. Cloud (Minn.) Country Club is part of a broader update that also includes new locker rooms, a revamped restaurant, a golf simulator, and an expanded pro shop. The St. Cloud (Minn.) Country Club recently concluded a significant two-year renovation, culminating in the opening...

Minnesota Club Completes Major Transformation With New Pickleball Courts

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Bagel, who they describe as a “deliciously petite” French Bulldog. According to Sandy Paws Rescue, Bagel, who is only 22 lbs, is a medium energy dog who "enjoys a good run around the yard chasing squirrels, or a nice walk, but also loves to snooze away the day."

Meet Bagel: A "Deliciously Petite" French Bulldog Looking For Love

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

Aurora, CO

About 80 people overtook Aurora’s City Council meeting Monday, causing the mayor to recess the meeting three times in an effort to bring about order. The council then agreed to extend public invited to be heard beyond the one-hour time limit. The speakers showed up to chide the City Council for not punishing the officer that shot and killed Kilyn Lewis. Lewis was a suspect in a crime which is why police approached him. Body camera footage released by the Aurora Police Department showed Lewis did not have a gun and repeatedly yelled “I don’t have nothing!” with his hands in the air. Despite this, officer Michael Dieck killed him with a single shot from his rifle. Lewis never had more than a cell phone in his hand, the video showed.

Supporters of Black man killed by Aurora police overtake council meeting

Declutterbuzz

Why Depression Can Impact A Cluttered Home & Cluttered Mind sets out to explain the possible connection between depression and clutter. Scientists that study depression have found a link to depression playing a role in some folks.

Thousands receive free dental care at the Peoria Civic Center

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