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Cats of Kansas City

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

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

Wyoming State

Daniel, WY

WyoFile

Wyoming’s state tourism agency has suspended social media posts and paid ads relating to wildlife amid the worldwide furor over the wolf abuse and killing in Daniel. The Wyoming Office of Tourism, also known as Travel Wyoming, alerted unknown recipients to the social media suspension in a letter obtained by WyoFile.

Wyoming tourism social media goes dark amid wolf furor

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

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

Do you wonder what that nasty smell that has been cropping up all over Denver is?. I know. Denver has lots of nasty smells, including urine and feces in the alleys. There also is the unmistakable chemical smell of meth that turns some people’s stomachs. And of course, marijuana lingers in the air Denver-wide.

Opinion: The smell of death in Denver

Massachusetts State

Scituate, MA

Dianna Carney

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

Twenty-two years ago, Robert Ray Courtney (Inmate Register #14636-045) was convicted of diluting chemotherapy drugs for more than 4,000 patients. It's been recently reported he will be released from prison this summer to a halfway house. Victims and families of victims are most likely disappointed and furious and understandably so.

The former Kansas City pharmacist who diluted chemotherapy drugs is set to be released in June 2024

Louisiana State

Campbell, MO

When homes are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it usually means there will be an intended purpose to keep the structure alive whether it’s through historic restoration, repurposing, or general maintenance. Sometimes, too, these places get demolished.

This house in the southern tip of Missouri constructed over 160 years ago could be a book of stories

Migrants and their advocates hosted a press conference Friday at an undisclosed homeless encampment and railed against conditions in Denver. Migrants Willy Bastidas and a woman named Mandy shared stories of shelter conditions. They said migrants are being kicked out after three days with nowhere to go.

Migrants defend homeless encampment in Denver ahead of sweep

The Scituate Animal of Massachusetts recently introduced a 10-month-old lab named Finn who they describe as "the worlds biggest goofball". The local animal shelter explains that Finn "comes with some quirks but from what we've seen, is overall a friendly and goofy lab puppy". His friendly nature extends to his potential canine companions. In fact, the shelter believes it would be "hugely beneficial for Finn to live with a playful, larger dog so he can get some of his energy out appropriately."

Meet Finn: The Unique Goofball Looking For Love

I recently had someone ask me if it’s true that residents of Fusion Studios, where I live, rent out their rooms for cash. I asked around the building about this, giving informants the safety of confidentiality. Only one said they had heard of someone renting out their room for the night, but several people said rooms get rented out by the hour.

Opinion: Do Denver homeless hotel dwellers rent their rooms out for cash?

The Denver City Council approved a contract Monday with Catholic Charities and Community Services of the Archdiocese of Denver to operate the Mullen Home as shelter for pregnant migrant families. The contract will run through the end of 2024.

Housing pregnant, migrant families costs Denver another $3.2 million

Tennessee State

Springfield, MO

If you're from the Ozarks region of Missouri, you might have heard people talk about the old type of medicinal cure known as the madstone. It's hard to tell if it's true or false without personal experience, or at least whether someone in a family's long history line was treated with one of these stones.

Discovering Missouri's madstones: an ancient remedy or Ozark folklore

The Finance and Governance Committee of the Denver City Council agreed Tuesday to purchase Denver Community Church’s gymnasium and a vacant lot for $4 million. The full City Council must approve the purchase for it to become final.

Denver may buy church gymnasium for sheltering migrants

Migrant homeless encampment dwellers who have been swept from location to location by city crews finally won a reprieve Wednesday. On Wednesday, the city offered the encampment dwellers seven days of shelter instead of three, which was the original offer turned down by the campers. “It would hardly be a worthwhile respite before they would find themselves back on the streets with no support, scattered,” Housekeys Action Network Denver, or HAND, posted on Instagram.

Migrants at homeless encampment chant 'all united' in Spanish as Denver lengthens shelter stays

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

The agreement to renovate EverBank Stadium into “the Stadium of the Future” would cost the city $775 million, but city officials describe it as a superior financial deal in the world of professional football.

More details about the Jaguars’ stadium agreement

Wyoming, MI

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Grandville, MI

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Allendale, MI

Lowell, MI

The Grand Rapids Press

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“That was unacceptable”: Disappointing effort leads to Griffins’ Game 2 loss against Rockford

GRAND RAPIDS -- After scoring a big road win to begin their series with the Rockford IceHogs, the Grand Rapids Griffins fell flat in their first...

“That was unacceptable”: Disappointing effort leads to Griffins’ Game 2 loss against Rockford

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