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Teenage Girl Killed, 3 Airlifted After Plane Crashes Into Wyoming Wilderness Teenage Girl Killed, 3 Airlifted After Plane Crashes Into Wyoming Wilderness
Teenage Girl Killed, 3 Airlifted After Plane Crashes Into Wyoming Wilderness A 13-year-old girl was killed and three of her family members were seriously injured when a small plane crashed in Wyoming’s Bighorn National Forest, triggering a complex, multi-aircraft rescue in rugged terrain, authorities said. The Sheridan County Sheriff’s Office said the crash was reported around 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 1 near Big Mountain, where initial 911 calls mentioned lost or injured people before additional reports pointed to an aircraft down. A First Flight air crew from Greybull flew over the area and confirmed wreckage west of Big Mountain. Responders found a single-engine aircr…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Road Rage Capitals: These States Have Meanest Drivers, New Survey Reveals Road Rage Capitals: These States Have Meanest Drivers, New Survey Reveals
Road Rage Capitals: These States Have Meanest Drivers, New Survey Reveals Some states make hitting the road feel like a friendly wave. Others make it feel like a contact sport. A national survey from California-based Maison Law Accident & Injury Lawyers asked more than 2,000 drivers to score their state’s habits, from courtesy to road rage.  The results rank where tempers flare, where patience holds, and which places lead in eyebrow-raising behavior. New York ranked first for most aggressive drivers with a driver aggression score of 122.15, far above every other state.  New Jersey also landed near the top: drivers there were among the most likely …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Virginia ‘Reaper’ Who Made Teen Girl Carve His Name Into Her Leg Learns Prison Fate Virginia ‘Reaper’ Who Made Teen Girl Carve His Name Into Her Leg Learns Prison Fate
Virginia ‘Reaper’ Who Made Teen Girl Carve His Name Into Her Leg Learns Prison Fate A 26-year-old Virginia man who was the leader in an online group that cyber stalked and terrorized young girls online will spend years in federal prison, authorities announced. Evan Strauss, of Moneta, who goes by the monikers "Reaper" and Kobe Deonsons" was sentenced on Thursday, Aug. 1 to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to stalking and child pornography offenses last year. The charges stem from a toxic relationship he formed online with a 17-year-old girl from Wyoming, whom he harassed and controlled for months.  The minor—identified in court documents only as Minor A—was t…

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by Zak Failla
Obituaries
Electrolyte Imbalance Kills Dad Of 3 After Grueling 'Everesting' Challenge Electrolyte Imbalance Kills Dad Of 3 After Grueling 'Everesting' Challenge
Electrolyte Imbalance Kills Dad Of 3 After Grueling 'Everesting' Challenge A 43-year-old Connecticut husband and father of three has died after participating in a grueling endurance event in Wyoming called “Everesting.” Slava Leykind, of Westport, suffered an electrolyte imbalance that caused cardiac arrest on July 2. He had been competing in the 29029 Everesting event, where endurance athletes climb a 1,500-foot mountain trail repeatedly until they've ascended a collective 29,032 feet, the height of Mount Everest, according to the Jackson Hole News & Guide. Leykind began climbing at 6 a.m. on the event’s second day. After five and a half hours and six tr…

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by Josh Lanier
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24-Year-Old Killed By Bull At Texas Event 24-Year-Old Killed By Bull At Texas Event
24-Year-Old Killed By Bull At Texas Event A young American athlete was fatally injured during a bull riding event. The incident occurred on Thursday night, April 3 when the 24-year-old competitor, Dylan Grant, was thrown off his bull and trampled in the second round of the Wharton County Youth Fair Extreme Bulls competition in Texas. Despite the immediate response of first responders who stabilized him in an ambulance, he was subsequently airlifted to Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center in Houston, where he tragically succumbed to his injuries.
 He had been involved in the sport since obtaining a PRCA permit in 2018 and had par…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Mislabeled Decaf Coffee Recalled For Giving Drinkers That Caffeinated Jolt Mislabeled Decaf Coffee Recalled For Giving Drinkers That Caffeinated Jolt
Mislabeled Decaf Coffee Recalled For Giving Drinkers That Caffeinated Jolt This Traverse City coffee hits different. That's what some customers were saying after brewing the brand's cherry-flavored decaf coffee — only to discover it packed a serious caffeine punch. That's because the bags were mislabeled, according to the US Food and Drug Administration. In a consumer alert, the agency said that Our Family Traverse City Cherry Artificially Flavored Decaf Light Roast Ground Coffee, distributed by Coffee Roasters, was incorrectly labeled as decaffeinated but actually contained caffeine. Related: Tostitos Recalls Chips Sold in 13 States Suffolk, Virginia-based Ma…

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by Josh Lanier
Business
Recall Issued For 75,000 Bottles Of Popular Creamer Due To Health Hazards Recall Issued For 75,000 Bottles Of Popular Creamer Due To Health Hazards
Recall Issued For 75,000 Bottles Of Popular Creamer Due To Health Hazards A popular coffee creamer has been recalled due to potential health risks, affecting thousands of bottles distributed across 31 states. International Delight has voluntarily recalled over 75,000 bottles of its coffee creamer after reports of spoilage and illness from consumers, according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall, initiated on Friday, Feb. 21, was classified as Class II by the FDA on Wednesday, March 12 — indicating that while health risks are not life-threatening, they could cause temporary or medically reversible issues. The recall affects two flavors of Int…

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by Joe Lombardi
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MD Offers Opportunities For Singles, But There’s A Catch: See Why In New Study MD Offers Opportunities For Singles, But There’s A Catch: See Why In New Study
MD Offers Opportunities For Singles, But There’s A Catch: See Why In New Study The day after Valentine's Day is known to many as "Singles Awareness Day" and a new study is looking at which states are the best for single adults. New York was ranked second on WalletHub's 2025 list of Best & Worst States for Singles released on Tuesday, Feb. 11. The Empire State only trailed Florida as a destination for single adults. The study rated each state based on factors like the share of single adults, dating affordability, and social opportunities. "Nearly half of American adults are single, and dating can be especially hard given that the cost of activities and dining…

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by Chris Spiker
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MD Struggles In Retirement Rankings, New Study Says: Here's Why MD Struggles In Retirement Rankings, New Study Says: Here's Why
MD Struggles In Retirement Rankings, New Study Says: Here's Why Northeast and mid-Atlantic states had mixed results in a new study on the best states for retirement, balancing affordability challenges with strong quality-of-life and healthcare options. WalletHub released its 2025 list of Best and Worst States to Retire on Monday, Jan. 27. Florida claimed the No. 1 spot, followed by Minnesota, Colorado, Wyoming, and South Dakota in the top five. The study ranked every state based on 46 retirement-related factors including affordability, quality of life, and healthcare access. "Retirement is supposed to be relaxing, but it can al…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Big Lots To Begin 'Going Out Of Business' Sales At Nearly 1,000 Remaining Stores Big Lots To Begin 'Going Out Of Business' Sales At Nearly 1,000 Remaining Stores
Big Lots To Begin 'Going Out Of Business' Sales At Nearly 1,000 Remaining Stores Big Lots has announced plans to close all of its remaining 963 stores, initiating "going out of business" sales following its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in September. The company says it's started the process of closing stores in 48 states and liquidating inventory under its court-supervised Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.  The decision comes as the retailer seeks to maximize value for stakeholders while exploring potential going-concern sale opportunities. "We all have worked extremely hard and have taken every step to complete a going concern sale," Big Lots' President and Chie…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
Coastal Gem Named Best Small Town In US To Visit In New Rankings Coastal Gem Named Best Small Town In US To Visit In New Rankings
Coastal Gem Named Best Small Town In US To Visit In New Rankings A charming coastal location has been crowned the best small town to visit in the United States, earning the top spot in U.S. News & World Report’s newly released rankings. The annual list highlights destinations that capture the essence of small-town America with their scenic beauty, cultural offerings, and laid-back atmosphere. T his year, Bar Harbor, Maine, claimed the No. 1 position, praised for its idyllic setting, stunning coastal views, and gateway to Acadia National Park. Nestled along Maine’s rugged coastline, Bar Harbor attracts visitors year-round with its fresh seafood, bout…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Recall Involving Bagged Carrots Expanded: See List Of Supermarkets, Products Recall Involving Bagged Carrots Expanded: See List Of Supermarkets, Products
Recall Involving Bagged Carrots Expanded: See List Of Supermarkets, Products An E. coli outbreak linked to bagged organic carrots has prompted an expanded recall as the number of cases grows. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 39 people across 18 states have been sickened.  Click here for a new, updated story - Here's What To Know Now About Food Illness Outbreaks, Recalls Ahead Of Thanksgiving The outbreak has resulted in 15 hospitalizations and one death. The recall initially began earlier this month when reports of illnesses linked to Grimmway Farms’ bagged carrots surfaced. The recall now covers multiple brands of orga…

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by Joe Lombardi
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1 Dead, Dozens Sickened In 18 States From E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Carrots 1 Dead, Dozens Sickened In 18 States From E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Carrots
1 Dead, Dozens Sickened In 18 States From E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Carrots An E. coli outbreak linked to carrots has left one person dead and sickened 39 people in 18 states. Click here for a new, updated story: Recall Involving Bagged Carrots Expanded: See List Of Supermarkets, Products The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) says the infections have come from multiple brands of recalled organic whole bagged carrots and baby carrots sold by Grimmway Farms, which is based in Bakersfield, California.  "Carrots on store shelves right now are likely not affected but may be in people's homes," the CDC said. "If you have any recalled carrots…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Popular Milk Product Recalled In 27 States, Including MD, Due To Allergy Risk Popular Milk Product Recalled In 27 States, Including MD, Due To Allergy Risk
Popular Milk Product Recalled In 27 States, Including MD, Due To Allergy Risk A nationwide recall has been issues for a popular brand of milk due to an allergy risk. HP Hood LLC is recalling 96-ounce containers of Lactaid Milk because the product may contain trace amounts of almond, which is not listed on the label.  People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products, according to an announcement by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The product was shopped to retailers and wholesalers in Alabama, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Package With Potentially Suspicious White Powder Intercepted Before Reaching Maryland: Reports Package With Potentially Suspicious White Powder Intercepted Before Reaching Maryland: Reports
Package With Potentially Suspicious White Powder Intercepted Before Reaching Maryland: Reports A package with a suspicious white substance was intercepted at a United States Post Office in Connecticut earlier this week and could be part of a much larger scheme to disrupt or scare election workers ahead of election day, authorities said.  The package was found at a West Hartford post office on Monday, Sept. 16, the Connecticut Secretary of State said in a news release. No one was injured, but the contents were sent to a lab for testing.  Election offices in New York, Tennessee, Wyoming, Kentucky, Oklahoma, Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri, Kansas, Indiana, Massachusetts, …

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by Josh Lanier