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The Moore County Democratic Party chairman, who is also a candidate for a N.C. House race, was charged Friday in connection with the theft of political signs in Seven Lakes. Lowell Evan Simon, 68, of West End was charged with two counts of misdemeanor larceny of political signs and was released under a written promise to appear in court. Simon’s first court appearance is scheduled for Oct. 30 in Moore County District Court. Simon is a Democrat challenging incumbent Republican Neal Jackson in the N.C. House 78 district. He also has led the local Democratic party for the past year....

FEMA Disaster Preparedness Meeting: "We should focus our efforts on LGBTQIA people… they struggled before the storm" "FEMA relief is no longer about getting the greatest good for the greatest amount of people…. It's about disaster equity."

Tropical Storm Milton is gathering strength in the Gulf of Mexico and is expected to become a hurricane within the next day or so. Unlike many tropical systems, it will move west to east over much of the Gulf of Mexico, so it has plenty of warm water ahead of it. The official hurricane track issued by the National Hurricane Center is a potential worst-case scenario for the Tampa Bay region of Florida, and winds could be 120 mph or greater. My first Sunday morning views of Milton from weather satellites suggest that the storm is showing signs of intensification....

Keanu Reeves, globally renowned for his iconic roles in blockbusters like The Matrix, John Wick, and Point Break is set to make a thrilling appearance at the famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway. This weekend marks a significant return for the Canadian actor to the racing circuit, as he takes part in the GR Cup event, his first racing appearance in a decade. Reeves will be driving a spec GR86 as part of the Toyota GR Cup series—a notable step towards more serious motorsport competition compared to past celebrity races. The announcement of his racing return was made via a video on...

Warning: Graphic footage. Iran fired 181 ballistic missiles at Israel tonight. Only one person was killed: A Palestinian man in Jericho. We've said it once, and we'll say it again: the Iranian regime is dangerous, destructive, and one of the greatest threats to regional and world stability. VIDEO AT LINK...................

Game Camera image purported dogman, could it be bigfoot, skunkape or something entirely different?

Hunter Tyce Erickson has the story of a lifetime after recently taking down a Kodiak bear. Erickson went viral over the weekend after several social media accounts shared a photo of the massive bear he took down in Alaska. Naturally, I had to dive into the details. Erickson revealed in a podcast that they were tracking the wounded bear that he had shot with a rifle when it charged him and his guide. Upon being charged, the guide fired two shots from his rifle - at least one hit - but the bear wasn't down. That's when Tyde fired with...

A "mysterious" monolith has appeared near a peak in the Nevada desert, Las Vegas police said. Las Vegas Metro Police said in a social media post Monday that the reflective object was spotted close to Gass Peak, a hiking area with a summit of nearly 7,000 feet, over the weekend. Authorities didn't appear to know how it got up there and said it was found by the Las Vegas search and rescue team north of the Las Vegas Valley.

On Monday, May 27, a cinnamon color phase of the common black bear entered the home of a long-time resident of Lake Tahoe, California. The bear has been reported to be a yearling. Yearling bears, recently separated from their mothers, have a difficult time establishing a territory of their own. Sometimes, sows, cubs, and young bears will keep close to human habitations to avoid being killed and eaten by adult male bears. A majority of young bears who do not reach adulthood are killed by mature male bears. It appears this young bear disputed the ownership of the house with...

TABASCO, Mexico – Heat-stressed, endangered howler monkeys are dropping out of trees and dying across Tabasco and Chiapas, Mexico, as the third relentless heat wave this season bakes the region. Conservation and rescue groups have made impassioned pleas for villagers to leave fresh water in the jungle for the heat-sickened primates. One group, COBIUS, reported "massive deaths." COBIUS told Reuters that at least 100 monkeys have died so far. Civil Protection officers said villagers have gathered the bodies in mass graves and covered them with lime for disposal, with few other options.

The graphs below from the NOAA April 2024 Climate Report show comparisons of the latest April 2024 Global Land and Ocean average temperature anomaly results compared to all other April months from 1850 to 2024 and all January through April Global Land and Ocean average temperature anomaly results from 1850 to 2024 Unfortunately, NOAA’s latest climate report does not provide comparisons of the April 2024 average temperature anomaly results for all months over time which led to an incomplete and misleading evaluation of the April 2024 outcome. Fortunately, NOAA’s extensive climate temperature data base provides the information and data needed...

KARMA IS A BITCH!........But a lovely one........................

I'm looking for a uplifting video of a man kneeling in the woods, next to a body of water. The man is 50ish, white, and talks about how he's traveled America and he sees that Americans are good where ever you go. He has a folksy way of talking, much like Mike Rowe. The video is several years old and seems to have disappeared. Can anyone point me in the right direction to find this video and possible other videos by the same man.

An emergency warning has been issued for 28 communities west of Ballarat, Victoria, as residents are urged to evacuate due to an out-of-control bushfire. The fire, which ignited along Bayindeen-Rocky Road, is being fought by 1 000 firefighters with support from 24 aircraft and 100 vehicles. Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan and emergency officials emphasize the rapidly evolving situation, with no properties reported damaged yet but significant disruptions including road closures and power outages affecting over 2 100 customers. Thousands of residents in 28 communities are being urged to evacuate immediately as an out-of-control wildfire threatens areas west of Ballarat, Victoria,...

Did you feel it? Small, brief earthquake. A couple movements, pause, then shaking. One cat took notice. The other slept through it.

We received about 20 inches of snow this week. So …. 8:00 am: I made a snowman. 8:10 - A feminist passed by and asked me why I didn't make a snow woman. 8:15 - So, I made a snow woman. 8:17 - My feminist neighbor complained about the snow woman's voluptuous chest saying it objectified women everywhere. 8:20 - The gay couple living nearby threw a hissy fit and moaned it should have been two snowmen instead. 8:22 - The transgender man / woman / person asked why I didn't just make one snow person with detachable parts. 8:25...

In a heartwarming and amusing video that went viral on Twitter, a fisherman and his faithful canine companion shared a remarkable fishing adventure. As the fisherman momentarily left his post to use a nearby porta potty, his astute dog took matters into its own paws. Using its innate instincts, the dog seized an opportunity to catch a fish, showcasing remarkable resourcefulness and quick thinking. This heartwarming tale of the fisherman's dog exemplifies the strong bond between humans and their beloved furry friends.

The .22 Long Rifle cartridge is the most popular cartridge in existence. Every year, billions of .22 LR cartridges are purchased and shot. It is popular for both target shooting and hunting, and is used by many for self defense. It has been used by the military establishments of most countries, mostly as a training round, but also in combat. The .22 LR has been used to kill most animals from the smallest, including some insects, on up to elephants.The .22 Long Rifle is derived from the .22 Short cartridge, both are rimfire cartridges which use a heeled bullet which...

Have you ever seen a dog with extraordinary skills that make you question whether it's a four-legged creature or a wonder on wheels? Meet Lucky, a Belgian Malinois dog who is taking the skateboarding world by storm. With his insane skateboarding skills, Lucky is capturing the hearts of dog lovers all over the world. In a viral video on Pinterest, Lucky effortlessly glides through the streets, conquering every obstacle that comes his way. From stairs to turns, there's nothing that can stop this talented pup.

Have you ever been caught off guard by a cool trick that you didn't know your dog could do? In the age of social media, videos of our furry friends displaying unexpected talents have become a source of entertainment for many. From skateboard-riding dogs to dancing Border Collies, there seems to be no limit to the adorable surprises our pets can bring. One recent video that has captured the attention of dog lovers everywhere features a Sheepadoodle doing an unexpected and hilarious dance routine on ice.