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<div> Data: <a href="https://www.spc.noaa.gov/wcm/#20yavg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> NOAA </a> ; Map: Kavya Beheraj/Axios Davidson County has averaged 13 severe storm watches per year over the past two decades, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. <ul><li> That includes watches for thunderstorms and tornadoes. </li></ul><nbtemplate data-id="AdPlaceholder" data-content="JTdCJTdE"></nbtemplate> Zoom out: In general, the average number of watches from 2004-2023 was higher in West Tennessee and lower in East Tennessee. The big picture: The metro area with the most severe storm watches was Oklahoma City, which averages 19 severe storm watches a year. </div>

Columbus, OH

Nashville, TN

Axios Nashville

Tributes to the legendary Nashville restaurateur Randy Rayburn continued to pour in over the weekend following his death last week at 74.Why it matters: Rayburn and his restaurants were the backdrop for decades of Nashville history, and his connections ran the gamut from former mayors to newsletter writers.Places like Sunset Grill, Midtown Cafe and Cabana became go-tos for political dealmaking, anniversary dinners and late-night cocktails.Flashback: Rayburn had the rare gift of being able to work equally well in the kitchen and the front of the house.As a chef, Rayburn worked tirelessly to hone his craft. David Bennett, a close friend...

Remembering legendary Nashville restaurateur Randy Rayburn

Chicago, IL

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Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

New York City, NY

Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Data: Oxfam America; Chart: Axios VisualsMore than a quarter of Tennessee workers would benefit from a raise in minimum wage to $17, according to new data from Oxfam.The organization revised its definition of a low-wage worker this year, from those earning less than $15 an hour to those earning less than $17.State of pay: The minimum wage in Tennessee is the federal rate of $7.25 per hour.Tennessee workers who make less than $17 are more likely to be women, Black and Hispanic.The big picture: Just 13% of U.S. workers earn less than $15 an hour. Two years ago, that number was 31.9%, per Oxfam.

Chart: Examining Tennessee's lowest earners

Tennessee's popular seasonal effort to save monarch butterflies by preserving their habitat is underway.Why it matters: The Project Milkweed program, led by the Tennessee Department of Transportation, is distributing free milkweed seeds while supplies last.Experts say boosting milkweed's presence is essential for the survival of the imperiled monarch butterflies, which use the plant for food and shelter.The big picture: The population of migratory monarch butterflies has plummeted as development has "paved and plowed over millions of acres of milkweed," according to the World Wildlife Fund, which lists monarchs as endangered.Threat level: Last year, TDOT estimated that monarchs and milkweed habitats...

Tennessee works to boost the monarch butterfly population

South Carolina State

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Florida State

Savannah, GA

Meteorologist Joe Cioffi

Make no mistake folks we are dealing with a potentially dangerous situation with Debby. This tropical storm is forecast to strengthen to a hurricane before making landfall along the coast of the Florida Big Bend. This is one of the key messages from the National Hurricane Center advisory. "Heavy rainfall will likely result in considerable flash and urban flooding across portions of northern Florida through Friday morning. Potentially historic heavy rainfall across southeast Georgia and South Carolina through Friday morning will likely result in areas of.

Debby's catastrophic "drownpours" North Florida, Georgia, South & North Carolina 15 to 20 inches+

Nashville-area home sales took a dive in June compared to last year but remained steady for the first half of 2024, according to new data.The median price for a single-family home rose to $505,000 compared to $474,900 a year ago.Why it matters: Nashville home sales remain below their pre-pandemic levels as potential buyers wait for interest rates to come down.By the numbers: Overall sales fell by 13% in June compared to 2023, according to new data from the Greater Nashville Realtors.Despite the poor month, overall sales are only slightly down, with 16,518 closings this year compared to 16,773 in 2023.There were 11,255 active listings in June compared to 9,594 the same month last year.What he's saying: "This decrease is attributed to robust property values in the region combined with the Fed's current monetary policy," Greater Nashville Realtors president Kevin Wilson said in a press release. "Notably, sales prices have risen by 6% year over year, which is a positive indicator of a healthy real estate market."

Nashville home sales dip in June

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

The Swan Ball is in limbo after a bitter battle over its finances wound up in federal court.Why it matters: The white-tie gala that benefits Cheekwood Estate and Gardens has been a premier event among Nashville's wealthiest residents since 1963.Lawyers for Cheekwood and a group of volunteer organizers are now fighting over who is in charge of the event and how its finances should be handled.State of play: A new lawsuit filed this week claims that Cheekwood "nefariously and covertly took complete control over accounting and bookkeeping services relating to the Swan Ball account" last year in the run-up to...

Swan Ball tied up in court

Kentucky State

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Maitland, FL

Akeena

If you’re a fan of hearty Italian meals without the hassle of cooking, you might be feeling a bit nostalgic. Buca di Beppo, the Orlando-based chain known for its family-style Italian feasts, is closing its doors—not just one, but 14 locations!

A Much-Loved Italian Restaurant in Florida Has Closed, and the Company Will Also Close 13 More

Randy Rayburn, the visionary restaurateur, civic leader and consummate cheerleader for all things Nashville, was found dead on Thursday. He was 74.The big picture: Rayburn's restaurants Sunset Grill and Midtown Cafe put him well ahead of the curve for Nashville's now-booming food scene. But his influence on Music City extended beyond his culinary accomplishments.Rayburn was extremely active in Nashville Democratic politics. Every major Metro project in the last three decades, from sports venues to convention centers, came to fruition in no small part because of Rayburn's tireless support.He served on the city's auditorium and convention center boards, among others.Case in...

Randy Rayburn, the Nashville restaurant giant, has died

Port Richey, FL

Florida’s buffet lovers are in for a shocker as the popular Royal Sushi Buffet & Hibachi in Port Richey has been temporarily shut down following a state inspection. This isn’t the first time the eatery has faced such trouble, but the recent closure has sparked quite a buzz among its loyal patrons and food enthusiasts alike.

Live roaches, flying objects in the kitchen and soiled shelves- Buffet closed again in Florida

Polk County, FL

Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

Virginia State

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Illinois State

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

The largest food bank serving Northeast Florida has a newly renovated home amid a time of high demand for food assistance in the area. Feeding Northeast Florida held a celebration Thursday for the new $23 million, 110-square-foot facility on Old Kings Road in the Bilitome community on Jacksonville’s Northwest side.

Feeding Northeast Florida opens expanded space

Prentiss County, MS

Mississippi News Group

Written with A.I. assistance. According to the Prentiss County Sheriff's Department, on July 2, 2024, Deputy Hunter Arnold and Josh Brumley were conducting a routine safety checkpoint with other deputies at the intersection of highway 30 east and highway 365. The operation took an unexpected turn when a vehicle driven by April Nicole Storment approached.

Drug Possession Arrest Made During Safety Checkpoint in Prentiss County

Data: USDA Census of Agriculture; Note: Farms include places that produce/sell at least $1,000 of agricultural products; Map: Axios VisualsHoneybees have made a big comeback since the colony collapse crisis of the early 2000s. Now, these tiny creatures are the fastest-growing type of livestock in the country.By the numbers: In Tennessee, the number of farms with honeybee colonies grew 7% in five years, from 2,674 in 2017 to 2,862 in 2022, per the USDA Census of Agriculture.Growth was even faster nationwide, growing by more than 21%.Zoom in: The number of Tennessee farm colonies themselves grew from 18,663 in 2017 to 24,212 in 2022.Yes, but: Research also suggests that despite recent increases in honeybee populations, honey yields in the U.S. have been decreasing since the 1990s because of changing climates and decreased soil productivity.Go deeper: U.S. bee farms are buzzing

Tennessee's number of honeybee colonies is growing

Nashville's independent music venues are an endangered species, a new study says, and government and industry leaders must take an all-hands approach to ensure their survival.Why it matters: Corporatization, soaring real estate costs and financial losses during the pandemic combined to push independent music venues to the brink.In the last year, studies and surveys of music industry stakeholders have been conducted to get a handle on what can be done to save independently owned concert venues.Between the lines: The high-profile sale of Exit/In rock club in 2021 prompted then-Metro Councilmember Jeff Syracuse to sponsor legislation to fund the study. It...

Study offers ideas to help Nashville music venues

Data: NOAA; Map: Kavya Beheraj/AxiosDavidson County has averaged 13 severe storm watches per year over the past two decades, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.That includes watches for thunderstorms and tornadoes.Zoom out: In general, the average number of watches from 2004-2023 was higher in West Tennessee and lower in East Tennessee.The big picture: The metro area with the most severe storm watches was Oklahoma City, which averages 19 severe storm watches a year.

Map: Severe weather watches by county in Tennessee

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