Perry County, KY

Columbus, OH

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

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If you live in the South, and a quickly growing number of other regions, there is a nuisance animal that is almost impossible to ignore.

Wild hogs.

According to a 2020 report by Texas Parks & Wildlife, the population of wild hogs in the United States grew from 2.4 million to 6.9 million, just between 1982 and 2016. It continues to grow at high rates (18-21% per year) due to a “high reproduction rate, generalist diet, and lack of natural predators.” In the same time frame, feral hogs have expanded their range from 18 states to 35.

The same report cites a 2007 study...

America’s Feral Hog Problem Began With Only… 13 Pigs?

Virginia State

A Virginia homeowner was baffled over the disappearance of a couple of trees from their yard, and when they checked their security cameras, they discovered a seemingly sinister act by one of their neighbors. The Redditor recounted their story in the r/treelaw subreddit, explaining that they caught their neighbor on...

Homeowner frustrated after catching neighbor on video brazenly removing tree: 'On my property'

Maine State

Camden, ME

The Independent

A well-connected couple in Maine who allegedly poisoned trees that blocked a view of the ocean have drawn the ire of their small community and even sparked an investigation by the state attorney general.Amelia Bond, former CEO of the St. Louis Foundation, which oversees charitable funds with more than $500m in assets, is accused of applying herbicide to oak trees in front of her neighbor’s waterfront property in 2021 without consent.According to legal documents, when the trees and surrounding vegetation began dying in June 2022, Bond offered to help split the cost of removing them from in front of the...

A wealthy couple is accused of killing trees to score the ultimate ocean view. Now they’re paying for it

Weeding can be one of the most tedious and frustrating aspects of gardening. It’s disheartening to see unwanted plants take over your meticulously cared-for garden beds. But what if I told you there’s a way to reduce the amount of time spent pulling weeds while enhancing the beauty of your garden? Enter ground covers—nature’s own weed suppressors! These fast-growing, dense plants can be a gardener’s best friend, shading out those pesky weeds and providing a lush, green carpet of foliage.

No More Weeds! 10 Fast-Growing Ground Covers That Choke Out Weeds

Georgia State

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Coffee County, GA

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

One Redditor said they were "pushing it as far as the HOA will go" by installing lavish garden beds along the edges of their driveway. "I made the border beds for the driveway," said the original poster when they shared the project on r/NoLawns. "My plan is to slowly expand them till the lawn is gone but leave a strip to haul the garbage cans."

Homeowner pushes boundaries with HOA by replacing grass with unconventional plants: 'Now take it a step farther'

The Coffee County Drug Unit, along with deputies from the department, apprehended two individuals last week in separate incidents, one allegedly found in possession of methamphetamine and the other the subject of a prior narcotics investigation who attempted to evade law enforcement.

Coffee Drug Unit Arrests Two in Separate Incidents; Meth Possession and Fleeing Suspect Apprehended

Perennial flowers are a fantastic addition to any garden! They come back year after year, providing consistent beauty and structure to your garden beds. One of the best things about perennials is that many of them have long bloom periods, offering vibrant colors from spring through fall. These long-blooming perennials can create a continuously beautiful garden without the need for replanting each season.

17 Perennial Flowers That Bloom From Spring To Fall

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

House Digest

Weeds in your lawn can be a real eyesore. Try this mixture straight out of the cleaning product aisle to keep weeds at bay without chemical herbicides.

Blast Weeds Out Of Your Lawn With An Unexpected Cleaning Product

Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

Composting your garden can be a dirty, smelly job. As one gardener discovered, it can also be a painful one if you aren't careful. The gardener — who learned the hard way that all compost is not equal — shared a warning to fellow gardeners in a Reddit post to r/gardening.

Gardener issues warning after being left with painful rash from new bag of soil: 'Always ask yourself why is this so cheap'

If you’ve ever had your garden ravaged by deer and rabbits, you know how frustrating it can be. Fortunately, there are many beautiful perennials that these animals typically avoid, allowing you to enjoy a vibrant garden without constantly battling these hungry visitors. From fragrant herbs to unique flowers, these deer and rabbit-resistant plants can help create a stunning and resilient landscape.

15 Perennials That Deer and Rabbits Avoid

WyoFile

Editor’s note: This story has been updated with more information about the law enforcement response and the area where the shooting took place. Yellowstone National Park rangers shot and killed a person early Thursday morning during an exchange of gunfire that also left a ranger injured, the park announced.

Yellowstone National Park shooting leaves one dead, ranger injured

Starting a garden can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially if you’re a beginner. The key to building confidence and success in gardening is to start with hardy, low-maintenance perennials that will thrive with minimal effort. These plants come back year after year, adding beauty and structure to your garden without requiring constant attention.

12 Perennials That Are Perfect for Beginners

Deadheading is one of the simplest and most rewarding gardening practices. By removing spent flowers, you can encourage plants to produce more blooms, prolong the flowering season, and keep your garden looking tidy. It’s such a satisfying task to see new buds forming where old flowers once were! If you’ve ever wondered which flowers benefit the most from deadheading, you’re in the right place.

15 Flowers That You Need To Deadhead For Better Blooms

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.

Opinion: Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Whether you're working with limited space, have poor soil quality, or simply want to dress up your patio or front porch, container gardens are a great way to elevate your landscape and work around common gardening woes. While many plants can be grown in pots and containers, there are certain species that are best suited to this type of growing environment. From full shade perennials to long lasting annuals, we're highlighting the best patio plants that can thrive in pots and containers.

10 Patio Plants That Thrive in Pots and Containers

Aurora, CO

The Aurora City Council will consider using opioid settlement money Monday to pay for drug treatment for clients of its yet to open homeless services campus. The council will vote during its study session whether to spend money from the fund on a peer advisor, a van to transport clients from the navigation center to treatment, and a case manager. The city will receive about $14 million in opioid settlement funds, according to a presentation by city staff to the city council.

Aurora may send homeless people to rehab

The Hazard Herald

NewsBreak

Sheriff’s Office holding backpack drive

The Perry County Sheriff's Office is conducting its first backpack drive and will be collecting backpacks to distribute to school children in Perry County. According to...

Sheriff’s Office holding backpack drive

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