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Crumbl reportedly closes 57 stores nationwideBusiness — Oct 13, 2026Crumbl Cookies has closed at least 57 locations nationwide in 2026 amid steep sales declines, with dozens more franchises reportedly for sale and some franchisees facing financial distress. Closures have affected locations in several states, though some local stores remain open; the chain still operates more than 1,000 locations overall.

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Texas Report Finds 500 Fewer Election Day SitesPolitics — Oct 30, 2026Election officials and local outlets have published polling-place information for voters in Southwest Florida, State College, Santa Fe County and Elk River, advising voters to confirm their assigned location; Santa Fe County says voters may use any designated site. Texas has more than 500 fewer Election Day polling locations than it did in 2018, according to a CBS News Texas investigation.

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Sheriffs in Three States Seek Missing Women and Theft SuspectWorld — Oct 30, 2026The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help locating Daelynne Saunders, who is possibly pregnant and homeless and has an outstanding warrant. She is known to frequent several Carson City locations, including the Nugget Casino, Mexican Dam and Mills Park; anyone with information is asked to contact the sheriff’s office or local tip lines.

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Rachel Meyers I hope someone spots her soon at one of those spots so she gets the help she needs while pregnant.

Restaurants Plan National First Responders Day OffersLifestyle — Oct 22, 2026Restaurants and local organizers are marking National First Responders Day on Oct. 28, 2026, with free meals or discounts: participating McDonald’s locations offer a free small breakfast combo, Ford’s Garage offers a complimentary entrée or up to $16 off another entrée, and select Applebee’s offer 50% off an entrée. Offers have location, eligibility and identification requirements, and a Belpre appreciation event is also advertising a free lunch for first responders.

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IJRFederal Biofuel Mandate Adds Up To 37 Cents To Every Gallon Of Fuel, Estimates ShowSimon August · 6 min · 1h

Louisiana early voting opens with 10 amendments on ballot — Oct 20, 2026Louisiana’s Nov. 3 election includes a U.S. Senate contest, all six House seats, local races and 10 proposed constitutional amendments; early voting runs Oct. 20-27. The measures include allowing New Orleans to use $150 million in federal funds to replace hazardous lead pipes and expanding some property-tax exemptions, with critics warning that expanded exemptions could reduce local-government revenue.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Jason Momoa Crime Thriller Films Across Oklahoma City — Oct 21, 2026Jason Momoa is filming the crime thriller “Copperhead,” directed by Oklahoma filmmaker John Swab, at locations around Oklahoma City. The production is creating work for local businesses and crew members, while casting calls are also opening opportunities for local extras.

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Raising Cane’s Opens First Macon Restaurant With Local Hiring and EventsBusiness — Oct 19, 2026Raising Cane’s is opening its first Sioux Falls restaurant on Nov. 17, with plans to hire about 165 workers. The chain has also opened its first Macon location, creating more than 100 local jobs and marking its expansion into Middle Georgia with opening-day giveaways and a donation to an animal rescue.

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Southwest plans first lounges across four airportsBusiness — Oct 15, 2026Southwest’s first Icon Lounge locations are planned for Austin, Baltimore, Honolulu and Nashville, with openings expected in late 2027 as the airline expands its premium offerings. The lounges will feature locally inspired designs and golden-hour-themed bars; Southwest has shown a Nashville concept rendering and says a new Chase-issued premium card will provide access, with at least seven more locations planned.

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Ford’s Garage Opens 36th Location, Enters TennesseeAuto — Oct 13, 2026Ford’s Garage has opened its first Tennessee restaurant at Hamilton Place in Chattanooga, bringing its 1920s service-station décor and menu of burgers, comfort food, craft beer and cocktails to the state. The 250-seat location is the brand’s 36th and is expected to create about 150 local jobs.

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Daily Caller News FoundationHegseth Targets Military Academy Bureaucracy Accused Of Undermining Military ReadinessWar Secretary Pete Hegseth is taking aim at the military's academic bureaucracy, accusing its institutions of prioritizing left-wing ideology over preparing America's future military leaders to win wars.51m · 31 reads

Profiles tout realtors with up to 2000 transactions across five marketsBusiness — 1dPromotional profiles tout real estate agents in Brentwood, The Villages, Sparks, Northeast Minneapolis and Ocean Pines, highlighting their transaction histories, sales volumes and local-market expertise. Each describes data-driven guidance and tailored strategies for buyers and sellers, with specialties ranging from urban homes to coastal and investment properties.

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Priya Raman Numbers like that make me think these profiles are mostly ads but some buyers might still want a smaller operation.

Coffee Shops Open Across US, UKBusiness — 5dSeveral local food businesses are opening or reopening: new coffee shops have launched in Milford, Hadleigh and Newport, where Wilson+Bay Coffee is expanding into a permanent store and plans to accelerate a hospitality training program. In Wichita, two Tropical Smoothie Cafe locations are expected to reopen under new ownership, with renovations to be completed while they serve customers.

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Jim Carrey vs Adam SandlerYourlist — VS BattleRubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.

Hospitality Openings Reported Across Five DestinationsTravel — 6dNew hotel openings and upgrades are adding lodging and dining options in Austin, Mooloolaba, West Palm Beach, Bora Bora and Houston. Highlights include Austin’s 258-room Hotel Trinity, Pastis’s new West Palm Beach location, a forthcoming wine bar at Avani Mooloolaba, Bora Bora’s locally rooted Bloody Mary’s Hotel, and expanded restaurants at Houston’s JW Marriott.

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Government Offices Close Nationwide for Veterans DayPolitics — 5dLocal governments in East Hartford, Los Alamos County, El Paso County, San Diego County and Olive Branch will close offices or some public facilities for Veterans Day on Nov. 11. Essential emergency services will continue, while other services vary by location: East Hartford trash and recycling pickup and Olive Branch trash collection are scheduled to run normally, though East Hartford leaf collection will pause.

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2026 Midterms Put Congress and Statehouses at StakePolitics — Oct 30, 2026Voters in several counties face local, state and federal races and ballot questions in the Nov. 3 general election, with county-specific guides covering polling locations, hours and absentee-ballot deadlines. Election-result pages are also available for Bedford County and Amherst County, Virginia.

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IJRJim Jordan Will Become Next House GOP Leader After Mike Johnson Previously Bowed OutNicole Silverio · 3 min · 1h

Italian Restaurants Open, Plan Reopenings Across CitiesLifestyle — Nov 2, 2026Several Italian restaurants are opening or reopening: Emilio’s returns to Durham on November 5, while Pastiamo Osteria debuts in Washington, D.C., Taralli opens in Yardley, Pennsylvania, and New York favorite La Pecora Bianca launches its first location outside the city in Coral Gables, Florida. The restaurants emphasize housemade Italian dishes and welcoming, casual dining, with menus and offerings tailored to their local communities.

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Introvert, extrovert, or secret third thing?Quizie — QuizThe internet's favorite binary is a lie. Twelve questions and the AI names your actual social battery type.

All Puerto Rico KFC, Taco Bell outlets closeBusiness — Nov 2, 2026All KFC and Taco Bell locations in Puerto Rico have temporarily closed after Yum! Brands terminated its franchise relationship with local operator Encanto Restaurants, saying it no longer met the company’s standards. Yum is seeking a new franchise partner to reopen the restaurants, though a reported takeover effort has encountered hurdles.

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DJs Plan Election-Day Music at 5,000 Polling SitesPolitics — Oct 31, 2026DJs at the Polls is bringing local DJs and music to thousands of polling locations across 24 states on Election Day, including sites in Texas, Kansas and Florida. The nonpartisan initiative hopes to make voting more welcoming and encourage turnout, particularly in communities with historically lower participation.

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Retailers Open, Plan New Stores Across RegionsBusiness — Oct 29, 2026Several retailers are opening or expanding stores: Lafayette, Louisiana, is set to get locally owned home-consignment shop Hart & Cole and Rayne antique dealer Cuccio Bella Antica, while Arhaus is opening an expanded showroom in Hackensack, New Jersey. Oliver Bonas is preparing a Whiteley, England, location, and Cunningham’s Gala has opened in a former bank building in Ballaghaderreen, Ireland.

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Walla Walla Launches Valleywide Police Activity MapPolitics — Oct 27, 2026Walla Walla police launched Citizen Connect, an interactive map showing calls for service and cases across the valley, with filters for agency, location, date and incident type and updates every three hours. The tool offers an alternative source of public information as local agencies encrypt police dispatch radio traffic, though officials say privacy, safety and investigative concerns mean some details are withheld.

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Sandra RhodesJordan Wins Minority Leader Spot, Besting ScaliseHouse Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) was voted in as minority leader Tuesday in a closed-door election. Sources told Fox News Digital that Jordan defeated Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.), currently the House of Representatives' No. 2 leader. Jordan received 106 votes to Scalise’s 73, sources told Fox News Digital. The outlet heard loud applause from outside in the hallway w58m · 280 reads

Texas Roadhouse plans first Hattiesburg restaurant openingBusiness — Oct 26, 2026Texas Roadhouse is set to open its first Hattiesburg, Mississippi, location at 4640 Hardy Street on Dec. 7, ending residents’ need to travel about 60 miles for the chain. The 8,000-square-foot restaurant is expected to create hundreds of local jobs.

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Johnsonville Launches Beef-Pork Blend Hot Dogs NationwideLifestyle — Oct 26, 2026Abilene’s Dixie Pig, a cash-only diner serving breakfast and lunch at the same location since 1931, is known for its home-style food and loyal local following. Other breakfast ideas include quick apple-and-tahini roll-ups, pancake-wrapped sausage, and homemade turkey sausage patties; Johnsonville has also introduced a beef-and-pork hot dog blend for foodservice operators seeking an option amid rising beef costs.

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US communities plan free pumpkin compostingLifestyle — Oct 23, 2026Cities and counties across the country are offering free post-Halloween pumpkin composting drop-offs to keep organic waste out of landfills. Residents should remove decorations and check local program locations and hours; pumpkins generally should not go in yard-waste or recycling bins.

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Restaurant Openings, Hiring Span U.S. CommunitiesLifestyle — Oct 23, 2026Restaurant scenes are evolving in Florida’s Sarasota–Bradenton area and Missouri’s North County, with new chain locations and planned openings alongside a local closure. The North County expansion has also prompted questions about whether the growing mix of restaurants will bring the variety residents want.

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Clarksville Gas and Water schedules five water outages for repairsWeather — Oct 19, 2026Clarksville Gas and Water reported several localized outages for water-main or valve repairs and scheduled hydrant replacement, affecting streets including Franklin, Lafayette, Idlewood, Pine Mountain and Crossland. Some work also requires lane or road closures, with restoration times varying by location.

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IJRMost Americans Are Blind To How Much Their Retirement Actually Costs, New Study FindsLibby Bandelin · 3 min · 2h