Columbus, OH

Georgia State

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Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

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

Starkville, MS

Mississippi News Group

Three city employees in Starkville have been arrested and charged with stealing rolls of trash bags according to a press release from teh Starkville Police. On Tuesday, July 30th, the Starkville Police Department arrested three individuals for embezzlement, spcifically fraud committed in public office.

Three Starkville city employees arrested for stealing rolls of trash bags

You get peace of mind and more money in your bank account, and the planet gets a little cooler and safer for everyone. Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, the largest piece of climate-related legislation in United States history, it's becoming cheaper and more accessible for Americans to make energy-efficient home upgrades.

The government wants to give you up to $840 to upgrade your kitchen — here's why

South Carolina State

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Colleton County, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

What if you could get discounted movie tickets, food delivery credits, and other awesome rewards just for recycling your old clothes? Well, now you can, thanks to the innovative startup Trashie, which provides a hassle-free way to donate unwanted clothes, towels, sheets, shoes, and more. Simply order a Take Back...

This company wants to pay you to recycle your old stuff — and all you have to do is toss your items in a return bag

Bolivia, NC

Thrift stores are booming in popularity as people hunt for branded and designer items at bargain prices, often flipping them online for a profit. Beyond that, thrifters who stumble upon rare finds like iconic dresses and precious artifacts love sharing their discoveries on social media. Recently, a thrift store found a 146-year-old marriage certificate and used the power of the internet to return it to the great-granddaughter of the couple named in it, according to Indy100. This heartwarming journey began when the certificate was discovered at the Hope Chest Thrift Store in Bolivia, North Carolina.

Thrift store finds woman, returns her great-grandparents' 146-year-old marriage cert

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

FinanceBuzz

Dreaming of a cozy retreat? Explore 13 ingenious 'tiny homes' on sale at Home Depot from $699.

13 Tiny “Homes” You Can Buy at Home Depot (Starting at $749?)

There’s nothing quite like jumping out of the shower and into a clean bed with freshly laundered sheets. Clean bedrooms are calm, providing the perfect atmosphere for rest and relaxation. However, going from a dirty bedroom to a spotless one can be tedious unless you know what steps to take.

Is Your Bedroom Actually Clean? 7 Places You Forgot To Check

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'

Real Simple

Less square footage but plenty of comfort.

This Tiny House on Amazon Has the Coolest Rooftop Deck for Stargazing

New York City, NY

Business Insider

I've decluttered for dozens of people, and learned it's best not to buy storage options until you've sorted through everything. Here are 4 other tips.

I clean and declutter other people's homes. Here are 5 tips you can use while decluttering your own spaces.

Walk into any thrift store or vintage shop, and there will almost certainly be an entire kitchen section. Cast iron skillets that give a new meaning to well-seasoned sit next to cut glassware that makes you wonder if perhaps this is the year you start drinking whiskey neat. Most of these finds are perfectly reasonable to purchase. Not only do they save you a few dollars from buying new, but they're also a more sustainable and often stylish choice.

10 Kitchen Items You Should Never Buy at a Thrift Shop

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According to cruise industry reports, the world's largest cruise ship is sailing well above 100% capacity, thanks to more beds being filled on recent sailings. Royal Caribbean’s newest flagship, the Icon of the Seas, is proving to be an unprecedented success, with occupancy rates far exceeding expectations.

The Largest Cruise Ship in the World is Sailing at 132% Capacity: How This is Even Possible

Tennessee State

Columbia, TN

The US Sun

AMERICAN Pickers star Mike Wolfe continues to add new features to his Columbia, Tennessee eatery, but the space remains unused nearly a year after completing construction on the property.  Mike, 60, completed construction on a $600,000 property in the fall of November 2023, as he transformed the outdoor area to include a fire pit, seating […]

American Pickers’ Mike Wolfe adds antiques outside Tennessee eatery – but space remains vacant a year after construction

Why do some people have no problem keeping a clean home 24/7, while others can’t even keep the laundry done when all other things (like work) are equal? While you might think the first group enjoys cleaning, the answer often lies in habit. People with always-clean homes don’t necessarily...

10 Things People With Always-Clean Homes Never Do

Apartment Therapy

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Dollar General shoppers are getting a big treat this summer thanks to our favorite country icon Dolly Parton. Now for a limited time only, the store is dropping a kitchen and houseware collection inspired by Parton’s rural upbringing in the Smoky Mountains, bringing her legacy and style right to your home.

Dolly Parton Is Selling “Gorgeous” $1 Kitchen Gems at Dollar General for a Limited Time

Professional organizers advise getting rid of items such as extra bedding, mismatched socks, and empty boxes to declutter your bedroom.

8 things to get rid of in your bedroom, according to professional organizers

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Budget Commission approves motion to distribute county’s local government funds to townships and villages

PUTNAM COUNTY — Last Monday, the Putnam County Budget Commission, composed of main members County Prosecutor Gary Lammers, County Treasurer Tracy...

Budget Commission approves motion to distribute county’s local government funds to townships and villages

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