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Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence and his wife, Marissa, are expecting a baby. The couple posted pictures on their social media accounts Thursday afternoon with the caption “A little Lawrence on the way.”

A little Lawrence is on the way

Hillsborough County, FL

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Three Tampa Bay animal shelters are experiencing dog flu outbreaks exacerbated by overcrowded conditions. Why it matters: Spiking infections forced Hillsborough Pet Resources and the Humane Society of Tampa Bay this week to halt canine intakes and adoptions. Pasco County Animal Services took the same drastic steps early this month...

Tampa Bay shelters hit hard by dog flu

Colorado State

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Cripple Creek, CO

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(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

Maine State

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Idaho State

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Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

Indianapolis, IN

Downtown Indianapolis is home to a dish that is pretty close to the perfect summer meal. Where to go: Vicino, the newish Italian spot on Mass Ave that replaced Hedge Row. What to order: The watermelon salad ($14). It's summer in a bowl. Crunchy, fresh cubes of watermelon are tossed...

Summer in a bowl at Vicino on Mass Ave

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

People have different levels of maturity. An individual’s age or upbringing can make them possess certain traits. Yet, most people believe that one matures as they grow old. On the contrary, some zodiac signs appear childish in old age. They are jumpy and careless. This strains their relationships with signs who misunderstand them. Air and fire signs are temperamental and some people refer to them as being childish. How can you identify an immature sign?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Immature

Be prepared for traffic congestion and delays during the Fourth of July holiday as a record number of people hit the road. Why it matters: Plan ahead so you don't spend your vacation stuck in gridlock. The big picture: Nearly 71 million people are expected to travel during the holiday...

Tips for avoiding 4th of July holiday traffic

WyoFile

Within hours of the sighting on Wednesday, Frank van Manen caught word that there was a grizzly sow with five cubs in tow spotted in Yellowstone National Park. Five cubs following mom is so unlikely that van Manen, who leads the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team, pondered an explanation.

Five grizzly bear cubs make the largest litter in Yellowstone-area history

Carmel, IN

The city of Carmel is temporarily renaming four streets in honor of its latest native Olympians. Driving the news: Monon Boulevard, Elm, First and Second streets in the Midtown area have been named after swimmers Aaron Shackell, Alex Shackell, Drew Kibler and swimming coach Chris Plumb. Mayor Sue Finkam presented...

Carmel honors its latest Olympians in Midtown

Massachusetts State

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The Animal Protection Center of Southeastern Massachusetts recently introduced a sweet feline named Clarice who is in search of a loving forever home. Despite her challenging start in life, Clarice is ready to start a new chapter with a family that will love and care for her.

Meet The Unique Little Cat Who Lost Both Eyes Now Searching For Love

San Antonio, TX

San Antonians are apparently craving steak this summer, according to OpenTable bookings. The latest: Reservation site OpenTable recently released Diners' Choice, a monthly collection of the most-booked restaurants. Steak spots dominate the list. Details: Chart House, Chama Gaúcha, Brasão Brazilian Steakhouse, Perry's Steakhouse & Grille, Fogo de Chão, La Fonda...

Steak restaurants dominate list of San Antonio's most-booked spots

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

Denver, CO

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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

Aurora, CO

The Aurora City Council will consider Monday allowing residents of the city to own up to four dogs, an increase from the current city limit of three dogs per household. “The love for dogs is an age-old sentiment that transcends cultures and societies,” reads the ordinance, sponsored by council member Francoise Bergan. “Dogs have not only become companions to the young and old, but also are considered members of a family unit.”

Aurora may allow four dogs per household, pit bull outcome still uncertain

Indiana State

Indiana continues to lead the nation in its crisis response, with one of the highest rates of in-state answered calls to the revamped national suicide prevention hotline. Why it matters: The 988 hotline, established nationwide in 2022, replaced the Be Well Crisis Helpline (211) created by Mental Health America of Indiana in 2020.

Indiana leads on 988 crisis call response

Michigan State

Ann Arbor, MI

A new memoir, "Bird Milk & Mosquito Bones," examines L.A.-based author Priyanka Mattoo's feelings about home, from Kashmir to her formative years spent in Southeast Michigan. The big picture: Mattoo, who moved to Michigan at age 17 in 1997 and whose parents still live in Oakland County, released the collection of essays in June.

Michigan is a special place in Kashmir-born writer's journey

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced an adorable puppy named Koi who they describe as a “sweet and happy little puppy who found himself dumped at a high kill shelter for unknown reasons.” Despite the harsh start to his life, Koi remains an adorable and energetic puppy. Now, thanks to Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. giving him a second chance and rescuing him from the high-kill shelter, Koi is ready for adoption and looking for his forever home.

Meet Koi: The Sweet & Happy Little Puppy Dumped At A High-Kill Shelter

Wyoming State

Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

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Weekender guide for the Triangle

Here's a short roundup of happenings across the Triangle this weekend. 🐝 Escape the heat and check out the \"Amazing Pollinators\" exhibit at the N.C. Museum...

Here's a short roundup of happenings across the Triangle this weekend. 🐝 Escape the heat and check out the "Amazing Pollinators" exhibit at the N.C. Museum...

Weekender guide for the Triangle

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