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Saint Paul, MN

While the Stanley Cup is just one win away from being awarded, the Minnesota Wild are still working through their offseason report cards. Over half of the defensemen have received their grades, and now it’s time for Jake “Middsy” Middleton. He has one of the best personalities on the team, but that doesn’t factor into the grading unless it concerns leadership.

Wild Grade Reports 2023-24: Jake Middleton

Washington, DC

The Washington Capitals are currently selecting with the 17th overall pick in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft. They have held this exact spot on multiple occasions before throughout their history. The 17th selection in general has produced some well-known names throughout the NHL. In both instances, it is a bit of a mixed bag of results between solid NHL talents and players who did not play much in the league or did not make it at all.

Capitals Have History on Their Side With 17th Pick

Maine 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?

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WyoFile has acquired a photograph of a lynx in Wyoming, a landmark observation of a species currently considered absent from the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Star Valley resident Jason Reinhardt, an avid houndsman , came across the animal while mountain lion hunting the southern Gros Ventre Range in February 2022. There was no doubt in his mind what it was: a tom lynx, judging by its blocky head.

Rare wildcat documented in the Yellowstone region for first time in a decade

Massachusetts State

Kingston, MA

Dianna Carney

BinStar, which describes itself as "New England’s new destination for a fun & sustainable shopping experience", has revealed they're opening a fourth location in Massachusetts. The store, which specializes in selling merchandise from both large and small brands and retailers at deeply discounted prices, has quickly become a favorite among bargain hunters in the region. At BinStar, the price of items decreases throughout the work week, starting at ten dollars on Monday and dropping to just one dollar for deals after 4 pm on Friday. Then items spike to nineteen dollars on Saturday and fifteen dollars on Sunday, offering a truly dynamic shopping experience that keeps customers coming back for more.

Popular New Bargain Store Announces Opening Of 4th Location In Massachusetts

Georgia State

Buford, GA

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There's been a whole lotta shakin' goin' on in Northwest Georgia over the past 30 days. And, yes, some of it likely has been in the barn. A total of six earthquakes have been recorded in the northernwestern portion of the state over the past 30 days, according to data from the US Geological Survey (USGS).

6 Earthquakes Shake NW Georgia in 30 Days

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

Louisiana State

New Orleans, LA

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Shocking Case of Severe Abuse Uncovered After Car Accident. May 19, 2024, Tabone Parish, Louisiana- In an alarming case that has shocked the nation, the victim's mother, 40-year-old Latoya Harris, and her boyfriend, 41-year-old Terrence Washington, are now behind bars in Louisiana. The couple faces heinous charges after the 15-year-old girl is believed to have been subjected to unimaginable abuse at their home in Tabone Parish, just outside of New Orleans.

Teen Endures Horrific Abuse, Fights for Life

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California State

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CALIFORNIA – Dollar Tree announced May 29 that it has acquired designation rights for 170 leases of 99 Cents Only Stores across Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas. A designation right allows Dollar Tree to have control over key aspects of the 170 leases.

Dollar Tree acquires rights to 170 leases for 99 Cents Only Stores

Virginia State

Manassas, VA

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Dollar Tree, a Virginia corporate success, faces new pressures over its history of violations

Colorado State

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Denver, CO

David Heitz

I say it alll the time – I’m not sure how I survived homelessness. Colorado Coalition for the Homeless played a big part. More on that later. Now a chilling new study shows homeless people face 3.5 times the likelihood of dying than housed people. In a shocking twist from conventional wisdom, the study showed white homeless people had a 40% higher likelihood of dying than Black homeless people. This is significant because numerous studies have shown Black people are more likely to become homeless than white people, and also are at a disadvantage among housed populations.

Opinion: Homeless death sentence: Surviving without housing in Denver

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

Raleigh, NC

We are two weeks away from the 2024 NHL Entry Draft that will be held at The Sphere in Las Vegas from June 28-29. The Carolina Hurricanes have the 60th overall pick in the second round. The Hurricanes are somewhat thin at the center position, and it would be smart to select a center with that draft slot. If they can select Sam O’Reilly from the London Knights with the 27th pick, I think Luke Misa would work out well with the 60th pick.

Hurricanes’ 2024 Draft Target: Brampton Steelheads’ Luke Misa

Arkansas State

Branson, MO

Many believe the cryptid Ozark Howler is simply a folk monster like Momo. The Ozark Howler has been brought forward in oral traditions as a creature of the Ozark Mountains. The Ozark Mountains span parts of Missouri and Arkansas and have been home to this legendary creature that has captured the imagination of many. This elusive animal has been described as a large, black, and shaggy creature. Some say it looks like a very large cat. It's also been reported in numerous sightings, stories of which have been passed down through generations. Many wonder if the Ozark Howler is a real creature or simply a myth.

Missouri's Ozark Mountains: legend of the Ozark Howler and whether it's fact or fiction

Kelsie Maureen Clutter didn’t have to die. “​​Just one phone call could have saved her life,” said her friend, Danika Stone. Clutter started getting sick a lot around age 18 after graduating high school, Stone said. At the time, she thought of it as a recurring cold, but in retrospect, it was more likely withdrawal from opioids.

Wyoming now only state without protections for those who help overdosing friends

Cripple Creek, CO

Colorado Jill

(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

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

All of these cats are currently looking for a place to call home and have heard it through the grapevine that you've got some pretty nice digs. If you fancy any of them, consider clicking on their links and getting in touch with their respective shelter. All of these cats are in the greater Kansas City area.

Five cats that would love to move in with you

Savannah, GA

The Current GA

Incumbent Georgia District 1 Sen. Ben Watson is returning to the capitol. The four-term senator from Isle of Hope handily defeated activist and first-time political candidate Beth Majeroni in a contest over whose brand of conservative politics had more appeal among Republican primary voters in District 1.

Watson defeats Majeroni in 1st District state senate race

A program for quitting meth run by Denver Health that pays users to stay sober is seeing success, according to an online seminar presented in April sponsored by Mental Health Colorado.

Denver Health pays meth users to stay sober

NHL free agency is just around the corner, and there should be plenty of fireworks come July 1. Not only does this look like a strong year for unrestricted free agents, but there are some big-name restricted free agents as well. Because the action moves so quickly, it may be hard to keep track of everything. But don’t worry, we have you covered at The Hockey Writers.

2024 NHL Free Agency Tracker

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PWHL Minnesota’s Leans on Top Line to Take Series Lead vs. Boston

Looking to turn the series in their favor, PWHL Minnesota took on PWHL Boston in Game 3 of the PWHL Finals back at home in St....

PWHL Minnesota’s Leans on Top Line to Take Series Lead vs. Boston

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