Shreveport, LA

Bossier City, LA

Columbus, OH

Georgia State

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Mansfield, GA

Vanishing Georgia

Southeast of Covington near Mansfield is the nearly vanished settlement of Hayston. Marshall McCart, who gives the history of Newton County a digital presence with The Piedmont Chronicles, notes that the community was first settled by Robert Luther Hays, one of 25 children of George Newton Hayes [who later dropped the ‘e’ from his surname], […]

Hayston, Georgia

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

Many people have lost faith in the news and question truth from all comers. The idea of a universal truth, outside of the sky being blue and that one plus one equals two, seems to be more and more elusive. One thing that everyone can agree on, however, is that cats are the world's greatest pets. Dogs are fine, sure, but they aren't cats. Fish are kind of fun to look at...for like five minutes. Cats though? No fact check needed. They're the best.

Six great cats you can welcome into your home right now

Do you hear knocking at your door? Is that a faint meow coming from your front stoop? No, it's coming from inside the house. Don't worry. That's just the sound of this article nudging you to consider adopting one of these cats. All of these guys are ready and waiting for you at local Kansas City animal shelters. Just use the link to find out more information about them and to get in touch with their local shelters.

Five great cats that want keys to your house

Plain Dealing, LA

Goodwill campus cleanouts coming North Louisiana colleges

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

I first encountered a rat one evening in a Target parking lot. When my daughter told me it was a rat, I went straight to the car and she went to get a photo of it since she's never seen one before. I assure you it wasn't little.

Rat infestations in Missouri: it can be a growing concern

(Loving Living Local) – As the summer heat approaches, pet owners must take precautions to ensure the safety and well-being of their furry pets. Keldon, an expert trainer at All Dogs Unleashed in Bossier City, emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressing the challenges faced by dogs during the summer heat.

Keeping Your Dog Safe from the Summer Heat

Massachusetts State

Scituate, MA

Dianna Carney

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced Chewbacca, nicknamed Chewy, who they describe as a funny fella who loves everyone. “This adorable mutt is built like an oversized Shih Tzu and weighs 25 lbs. Since he was found as a stray and never claimed, we don't know much about his past.” Chewy has a personality as unique as his looks. "He is overly friendly with all, dogs included. He can come on a bit strong but in the kindest way. He wants everyone to be his friend!" states the Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts, who is currently caring for Chewy until he finds his forever home.

Meet Chewbacca: The "Funny Fella" Looking For Love

Atlanta, GA

ATLANTA (AP) — When he gives the commencement address at Morehouse College, President Joe Biden will have his most direct engagement with college students since the start of the Israel-Hamas war at a center of Black politics and culture. Morehouse is located in Atlanta, the largest city in the...

Biden’s upcoming graduation speech roils Morehouse College, a center of Black politics and culture

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced a little dog named Howie who they describe as the “cutest pup on four paws" clarifying that “okay they might all be cute, but Howie is extra special." Despite being returned to the shelter twice, the shelter staff attest that Howie brings an extra special charm to anyone he meets.

Meet Howie: The Extra Special Little Dog Looking For Love

Old Bridge Township, NJ

Flour, Eggs and Yeast

It appears that a struggling chain may have recieved a desperately needed lifeline. The restaurant industry has been in a tailspin since covid, especially in the casual dining and bars segment. Many major chains have been heavily discounting food and drink in order to bring people in. Recently TGI Fridays has $5 Happy Hours and appears to be doubling down on the bar scene again. Some of the chains also have gone above and beyond lowering margins and in some cases quality to keep the lights on. With this latest move, it seems that the single bar scene may have new life, we learned one of the world’s largest casual dining companies that proudly serves guests with over 850 restaurants in more than 55 countries was about to be taken over.

Popular Restaurant Chain Sold Off to Avoid Closing Doors For Good

South Carolina State

Beaufort, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

Hey y’all. Beaufort did it again. Beautiful Beaufort, SC was just named among the Most Beautiful Coastal Towns in the South by Southern Living magazine in its recently published article, “The 15 Most Beautiful Coastal Towns in the South.”

3 South Carolina spots named among Southern Living's 15 Most Beautiful Coastal Towns in South

Texarkana, TX

TEXARKANA, Texas (KTAL/KMSS)— Residents of a public housing complex in Texas, say they have been dealing with sewage backing up for days. Residents of the public housing complex on Akins Road say the issues first began on Monday night. They say sewage began backing up into their homes and...

Sewerage issues at public housing complex in Texarkana

Haughton, LA

HAUGHTON, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Big changes are underway for Haughton High School’s football program. Longtime head coach Jason Brotherton is stepping down to become the school’s Assistant Principal. Haughton wasted no time in naming Brotherton’s replacement, 2014 HHS grad and former Offensive Coordinator Matthew Sewell will take...

Brotherton steps down as Haughton’s head coach, Sewell named next leader for Bucs

Sunset Hills, MO

Another name used for this historic property is House of the Rising Sun, otherwise, its historic name is #1 Fairway. It's at 11869 Fairlind Drive in Sunset Hills, Missouri (St. Louis County). It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 4, 2024.

#1 Fairway was the name of a historic home in Sunset Hills, Missouri

Barksdale Air Force Base, LA

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Ready, set, bet! Louisiana Downs kicks off horse races on May 4th

BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – You won’t have to travel to Louisville, KY, to enjoy horse racing. Coinciding with the Kentucky Derby, Louisiana Downs Casino &...

Ready, set, bet! Louisiana Downs kicks off horse races on May 4th

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