The Paris Olympics will officially end with the closing ceremony on Sunday.

Paris Olympics closing ceremony - what you need to know

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Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers have announced that they have signed to Mom + Pop and will be releasing a deluxe version of their 2023 album I Love You called I Love You Too. The band has released a video (directed by Michelle Pitiris) for their new song “Dull” which features Softcult. Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers will be playing a handful of US shows this fall. Check out the video and dates below.

Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers sign to Mom + Pop, share video for “Dull” ft. Softcult

Sunami has a full USA tour planned. It kicks off in early October, hits both coasts and a lot of places in between, and runs through mid-November. Ingrown and Torena open all the shows, while Apex Predator, Scarab, and Awol open various dates. Also, there are two dates that Sunami is not on, but the openers are. You can see all the details below.

Sunami announces full USA tour

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all quotes and commentary from Donna Douglas are from an interview with her conducted by the author.]. Donna Douglas, who died of pancreative cancer at 82 in 2015, was an honest-to-goodness Southern Belle who displayed a natural beauty and talent in her portrayal of the hollering, rope-wearing, whistle-happy, and critter-cuddling Elly May Clampett on the 1960s classic TV hit, The Beverly Hillbillies.

TV's Beloved 'Beverly Hillbillies' Actress Donna Douglas: Nine Years After Her Death

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Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

Sincere Engineer have released their cover of “I Hate Myself” by 88 Fingers Louie. The song originally appeared on 88 Fingers Louie’s 1997 album 88 Fingers Up Your Ass. The cover is off Hopeless Records’ upcoming covers comp Hopelessly Devoted to You: 30th Anniversary. Sincere Engineer released Cheap Grills in 2023. Check out the cover below.

Sincere Engineer covers 88 Fingers Louie

The Bug Club have released a new song. It is called “A Bit Like James Bond” and is off their upcoming album On the Intricate Inner Workings of the System which will be out on August 30 via Sub Pop Records. The Bug Club released Rare Birds: Hour of Song in 2023. Check out the song below.

The Bug Club: “A Bit Like James Bond”

Los Angeles, CA

Dennis the Menace actor Jay North is now 73 years old. This is his story. On August 3, 1951, Jay North was born Jay Waverly North, Jr., in Los Angeles, and seven years later, began acting on TV on shows like Wanted: Dead or Alive, and 77 Sunset Strip.

Former Childstar Jay North (TV's 'Dennis the Menace') Turns 73

Today we are thrilled to bring you the premiere of the new video by Cambridge, Ontario-based melodic punks Frank Dux! The video is for their new song “Zack Verkerke Your Beer Stinks” and was directed, filmed, and edited by Erik O’Neill. Speaking to Punknews about the track, Joel said,

Watch the new video by Frank Dux!

Savannah, GA

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

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Jacksonville Today

Gov. Ron DeSantis has issued a state of emergency in Northeast Florida and across much of the state as a tropical system appears almost certain to develop. The National Hurricane Center said Friday morning that a tropical wave has a 90% chance of developing into at least a tropical depression over the next seven days. Most models show it moving into the Gulf of Mexico and then coming ashore and crossing the state, possibly moving over Northeast Florida.

Tropical system is nearly certain to develop

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A 55-year-old American tourist died after taking ill during an excursion on the southern side of Mount Etna, in Sicily, Italy's alpine rescue service said Friday. Rescuers said the cause of his illness was still unknown, but warned against the risk of high temperatures coupled with humidity that may prove dangerous for tourists who usually have no specific preparation for such excursions. After being alerted on Thursday afternoon, the alpine rescue team and an air ambulance reached the man in a remote area.  Attempts to revive him were unsuccessful and he was pronounced dead at the scene before his...

American tourist dead after suddenly getting sick on Sicily's Mount Etna

Better Lovers have announced tour dates for the US and Canada for this fall and winter. Spy and Cloakroom will be joining them on all dates with Full of Hell and Gouge Away joining them on select dates. Tickets go on sale on August 9. Better Lovers will be releasing their new album Highly Irresponsible on October 25 via SharpTone Records and released their debut EP God Made Me An Animal in 2023. Check out the dates below.

Better Lovers / Spy / Cloakroom / Full of Hell / Gouge Away (US and CAN)

Survival Club have released a new song. It is called “The Beauty in Everything” and is the third song they’ve released so far this year. Check out the song below.

Survival Club: “The Beauty in Everything”

Actor Clarence Williams III, best known as the super cool undercover cop Lincoln "Linc" Hayes on TV's classic crime drama, The Mod Squad, died three years ago from colon cancer at 81 years old. This is the story of a talent that lives on.

The Tragic Death of 'Mod Squad'/'Purple Rain' Actor Clarence Williams III: Three Years Later

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

Episode #660 of the Punknews Podcast is now up! In this episode, John and Em debate Morrissey and John Lydon along with talking about Fucked Up’s 24-hour live stream, Ween cancelling their upcoming shows, OFF!’s Free LSD set and new song, Rubellan Remasters shutting down, The Fugees cancelling their tour, and so much more. Listen to the episode below!

Listen to Punknews Podcast #660 - Bagged milk!

Ocilla, GA

Last Thursday, agents from the South Central Drug Task Force (SCDTF) made an arrest following a successful execution of a search warrant at a residence in Ocilla. According to officials, the search yielded a significant quantity of drugs, including tablets suspected to contain fentanyl, associated with a criminal street gang.

Successful Drug Bust in Ocilla Leads to Arrest Linked to 'Local Criminal Street Gang'

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On July 14th, an unsettling incident occurred in Orange County that has captured the community’s attention and sympathy. Two dogs were abandoned in a most distressing manner, pushed out of a moving vehicle. The situation took a turn for the worse when one of the dogs was hit by the car, resulting in serious injuries.

Two dogs were dumped and pushed out of a car in Florida, and one of them screamed

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The Last Gang release video for “Berlin To Rome”

The Last Gang have released a new video. It's...

The Last Gang release video for “Berlin To Rome”

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