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- OpinionVirginia Mercury
Balancing Virginia’s energy future: A holistic approach to powering data centers
Virginia, home to the country’s largest concentration of data centers, faces a critical juncture in its energy future. As the demand for data storage and processing grows, so does the need for reliable, sustainable, and affordable energy to power these facilities, the largest of which can consume more than 100 megawatts (MW) of power. That’s […] The post Balancing Virginia’s energy future: A holistic approach to powering data centers appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
6 min read - USWisconsin Rapids Tribune
Wisconsin Rapids Current: City seeks District 3 alderperson, process will soon begin to fill LHS principal role
Wisconsin Rapids Current is a column by Service Journalism Reporter Erik Pfantz that covers city and county governments and local school districts.
3 min read - PoliticsReuters
Payments in focus as prosecutors make their case in Trump hush money trial
Prosecutors in Donald Trump's criminal trial are expected to call more witnesses on Tuesday as they build out their argument that he was responsible for illegally covering up a hush money payment to a porn star in the run-up to the 2016 election. Prosecutors have shown the former president's signature was on payments at the heart of the case. Over the next two weeks they aim to demonstrate that Trump, running again for president, was responsible then for an illegal cover-up.
3 min read - USTennessee Lookout
Tennessee’s 2023 GDP outpaces the national average, but growth remains concentrated
Tennessee’s economy continues to outpace the national average in gross domestic product growth, data released the Bureau of Economic Analysis a month ago shows. Since 2017, Tennessee’s GDP in real dollars has grown at a 3% yearly average compared to the United States average of 2.2%. But, that growth is not equal, as 30 counties […] The post Tennessee’s 2023 GDP outpaces the national average, but growth remains concentrated appeared first on Tennessee Lookout.
1 min read - OpinionSalon
Kristi Noem doubles down on Puppygate — can MAGA's endless trolling go any lower?
When your sole purpose and only political tactic is to trigger the "libs," there's no limit to the depravity
6 min read - BusinessThe State
SC has 3 of the most overpriced US housing markets in 2024. Here’s where and by how much
Three South Carolina housing markets are among the most overpriced in the U.S. in 2024. Here’s where and by how much.
2 min read - USTampa Bay Times, St. Petersburg, Fla.
Brightline high-speed rail to Tampa? City officials discuss what’s next
TAMPA — On a Wednesday morning last month, a group of senior city staff and business leaders huddled with Mayor Jane Castor to discuss the status of connecting Tampa and Orlando with high-speed rail. The meeting came about six weeks after Florida lawmakers decided not to include a requested $50 million to spur rail expansion process along Interstate 4. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis later said at a ...
4 min read - LifestyleHilton Head Island Packet
Know these laws before renting a jet ski or watercraft in Hilton Head
Know the state laws and check out these local outdoor adventure companies to ride a Jet Ski or other personal watercraft on Hilton Head Island.
6 min read - USKokomo Tribune, Ind.
Appeals court upholds Kokomo man's child molest conviction
May 7—The child molestation conviction of a Kokomo man has been upheld by the state's appellate court. The Indiana Court of Appeals, in an unanimous decision issued April 29, upheld the conviction of Robert Nathaniel Farmer of Kokomo. Farmer was found guilty of child molestation by a jury last year and sentenced to 50 years in prison, 49 of which is executed. According to court documents and ...
3 min read - PoliticsIndyStar | The Indianapolis Star
Live Indiana Election Day updates: GOP governor's race, Statehouse seats up for grabs
IndyStar reporters are fanning out across the polls this Election Day. See live updates and results here.
3 min read - PoliticsSemafor
On a White House visit, Latino celebs contemplate Trump’s voter gains
Comedian Al Madrigal, actor Cristo Fernández and others meet with Biden administration officials and attend Cinco de Mayo event.
3 min read - PoliticsIndyStar | The Indianapolis Star
It's Election Day, Hoosiers. These are the key races to watch in Indiana's primary.
From a six-way competition for governor to open seats in Congress, here are the races to watch in Tuesday's primary.
7 min read - USThe Herald-Times
Monroe County, Indiana, primary election live updates, results
Check back throughout the day for voter turnout, updates from the polls and more.
1 min read - USThe Gadsden Times
Greater Gadsden Area Tourism has new branding, logo for anniversary year
The latest Alabama tourism economic impact report confirms the importance of tourism to Etowah County.
4 min read - USThe Courier & Press
Elizabeth Fox-Doerr's murder trial begins with opening arguments
Prosecutors on Monday afternoon began to unfurl their case against Fox-Doerr, who is standing trial for the fatal 2019 shooting of her husband.
3 min read - ScienceFlorida Today
SpaceX targeting Wednesday for next Starlink launch from Cape, navigational warnings show
The Space Force's 45th Weather Squadron predicts a 90% chance of favorable weather, with cumulus clouds posing a potential threat.
1 min read - USWSB Cox articles
New state-of-the-art emergency services precinct opens at Hartsfield-Jackson
Two new state-of-the-art facilities are officially up and running and open at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.
1 min read - WorldWSOC
‘Failing the promise:’ Fund for U.S. victims of foreign terrorism running low on money
The findings from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) looked into the “U.S. Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Fund” (USVSST Fund).
2 min read - LifestyleThe Palm Beach Post
The season in photos: Our photographers' favorite pics of the 2023-24 season
A look back in pictures on the 2023-2024 season in Palm Beach, from the beauty of blooms to stormy weather, Donald Trump and Melania, a landing by Navy Seals.
1 min read - LifestyleThe Times-Reporter
Harrison Coal & Reclamation Historical Park dinner auction is set for May 11
The annual dinner auction will be at the Hopedale Fire Department, 103 Firehouse Lane. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
1 min read - USPalm Beach Daily News
Palm Beach Gardens to move Amanda Buckley softball memorial to high school campus
The memorial honors Amanda Buckley, a softball standout who was murdered in 2007. Its present home, Plant Drive Park, is set to become an ice rink.
4 min read - USChillicothe Gazette
19 Bishop Flaget students score Excellent or Superior at District 12 Science Fair
All Bishop Flaget students received an Excellent or Superior as well as other awards at the District 12 Science Fair.
1 min read - USLancaster Eagle-Gazette
Berne Union Elementary School receives $5,000 Innovation Grant for STEM classroom
Melissa Sheets, at Berne Union Elementary School, was awarded an Innovation Grant of $5,000 from the OEA
1 min read - USWHIO
2 men hospitalized, 1 in custody, after Dayton stabbing
Medics transported two men to the hospital and one is in custody after a weekend stabbing in Dayton.
1 min read - USThe Palm Beach Post
Season in review: Zoning board balances town-wide reforms and development interest
Planning and Zoning Commission balanced development interest while reviewing the draft comprehensive plan and reviewing the revamp zone code.
6 min read - USStar News
Another Walmart proposed for Brunswick County
The plans are currently under review by the town.
1 min read - USThe Fayetteville Observer
Victim of fatal sports bar stabbing in Spring Lake sustained injury to his heart
Sarker Hasan is accused of stabbing the victim during a fight inside the Manchester Road bar.
1 min read - LifestyleFort Worth Star-Telegram
Is this 50-acre Fort Worth ranch really worth $15.9M? See for yourself. We have photos
This 6,500-square-foot home is fit for Texas royalty. We take you on an exclusive tour with lots of photos.
7 min read - USRaleigh News and Observer
Judge will decide on NC voter ID law. Five takeaways from day one in the courtroom.
The NAACP argues the law was enacted with “impermissible, intentional racial discrimination.”
4 min read - USThe Montgomery Advertiser
Alabama approves second nitrogen hypoxia execution
The first state tried to execute Alan Eugene Miller by lethal injection in 2022 but could not access a vein. He's now set to die by nitrogen gas.
4 min read - USOhio Capital Journal
How to find out if you are still registered to vote before Ohio’s purge
Ahead of the November election, Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose has instructed officials to purge inactive voters from the rolls. Here is what you need to do to find out if you are still registered — plus how you can stay registered. “It’s very important to vote, got a lot of decisions to make,” […] The post How to find out if you are still registered to vote before Ohio’s purge appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
3 min read - LifestyleDemocrat and Chronicle
Cooking Channel show will film at the Rochester Lilac Festival. Here's why
Three popular food trucks will get their time in the sun.
3 min read - USWAVY
Excellent Educators: Paul Smith
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) – This year’s Excellent Educator from Virginia Beach comes to us from Landstown High School. His name is Paul Smith. What the school division had to say about this Excellent Educator: Landstown High School would like to nominate Mr. Paul Smith for the Excellent Educators series because of his commitment to […]
4 min read - USThe Courier & Press
Have questions about the upcoming Lloyd Expressway overhaul? Here's when you can ask them
Evansville's Lloyd Expressway is about to undergo years' worth of work. You can ask questions about it at an upcoming "traveling city hall."
2 min read - USOhio Capital Journal
Plummeting balance in federal crime victims fund sparks alarm among states, advocates
WASHINGTON — States and local organizations that aid victims of sexual assault and other crimes are raising the alarm about a multi-year plunge in funds, a major problem they say Congress must fix soon or programs will be forced to set up wait lists or turn victims away altogether. Affected are rape crisis centers, domestic […] The post Plummeting balance in federal crime victims fund sparks alarm among states, advocates appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
8 min read - OpinionThe Courier & Press
Marcus: Housing is Indiana's fundamental Infrastructure
Before we had water systems, storm and sanitary sewers, streets and roads, bridges, and other modern marvels, we had housing.
2 min read - USAkron Beacon Journal
Winning Powerball numbers for May 6, 2024. Did anyone win Powerball last night?
The Powerball jackpot was up to $215 million for Monday night's drawing. Check your numbers here.
2 min read - LifestyleJournal Star
From $565,000 to $320,000: The most expensive Tazewell County homes sold in April 2024
Morton was clearly Tazewell County's premier destination for upscale housing last month, claiming seven of Tazewell's 10 priciest homes sales.
4 min read - USPetoskey News Review
Lampricide treatment scheduled for Maple River
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service plans to apply lampricides to the Maple River in Emmet and Cheboygan counties between May 7-16.
1 min read - LifestyleThe Herald-Mail
Maryland FFA Foundation announces recipients of the Gift of Blue
Students received an FFA jacket and matching tie/scarf in a presentation during a ceremony at the State Spring Judging Event recently.
1 min read - NewsReason.com
Brickbat: It's Not Easy Being Cheesy
A leading environmentalist says one of the goals of New York's proposed Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act is to end individually wrapped single slices of cheese. "We have to do something about the plastic crisis," said Judith Enck, president of Beyond Plastics and former Environmental Protection Agency administrator. "These companies have to take responsibility…
1 min read - USWHIO
UPDATE: All lanes back open on SB I-75 in Montgomery County after semi crash
All lanes are back open after a two-vehicle crash late Monday night on Southbound Interstate 75 in Montgomery County
1 min read - LifestyleDemocrat and Chronicle
New women's boutique opens in Canandaigua. Take a peek
Looking for a place to buy women’s clothing, accessories, home decor, and more? A new women's boutique in Canandaigua has got you covered.
3 min read - LifestyleLohud | The Journal News
Legoland New York offers limited-time, reduced children's ticket price
With the purchase of a full-priced adult ticket, one can purchase up to four children's tickets at a reduced price.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Guardian
Trump trial continues after judge threatens jail over gag-order breaches
Juan Merchan says he will impose jail sanction upon former president if he continues to discuss trial witnesses or jurors
3 min read - USKTLA articles
Southern California women being vigilant following recent random attacks
In light of recent assaults in Southern California, women across the Southland are learning how to better protect themselves against random acts of violence. There have been several high-profile attacks on women in the past weeks, including the vicious assaults of two females who were walking near the Venice Canals. The acts of violence have […]
2 min read - USWSB Cox articles
Man dies after being shot several times in southwest Atlanta park
Police said they arrived at the scene and found the 37-year-old victim.
1 min read - USFox News
Maryland man allegedly murdered his mom in their shared home, left her body in a bathtub
A Maryland man was arrested Monday on accusations he murdered his mother and left her body inside a bathroom of the home the two of them shared together.
1 min read - USKSEE articles
‘The best father’: Wife of man shot in north Fresno speaks out
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – It’s been just over a week since Jasmine Roman lost her husband 30-year-old Roberto Roman. The pair had been married for nearly 8 years, tying the knot four months after they met when Roberto was stationed for a Marine Corps assignment in Yuma, Arizona. “Even to this day, I sometimes think […]
2 min read - USKDVR Denver
Dog on the mend after rattlesnake bite
As the weather warms, it's a Colorado tradition to get outside with your dog and enjoy nature. But for a couple in Aurora, a nice day outside was turned upside down in an instant.
2 min read