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Inside Brigham Young's Historic Trek to Utah

Inside Brigham Young's Historic Trek to Utah

The Mormon Trail was a critical route for the Latter-day Saints as they migrated westward to Utah under the leadership of Brigham Young. This journ...
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Gambling Company J Ventures Influences Missouri Senate District 16 GOP Primary

Gambling Company J Ventures Influences Missouri Senate District 16 GOP Primary

J&J Ventures, an Illinois-based gambling company, is heavily investing in the Missouri Senate District 16 GOP primary by funding attack ads against former state Rep. Hannah Kelly. The company has contributed $266,000 to Legio XIII PAC, which is targeting Kelly while supporting state Rep. Bill Hardwick, a proponent of legalizing video lottery terminals. The ads accuse Kelly of being influenced by casinos and other industries, while J&J Ventures seeks to legalize its gaming machines in Missouri. This financial involvement highlights the company's vested interest in the outcome of the primary, as Hardwick has been a key sponsor of legislation favorable to J&J Ventures.
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Outdoor giant now closing 91 stores in Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Outdoor giant now closing 91 stores in Chapter 11 bankruptcy

True boat lovers reject the popular saying that the two happiest days of a boater's life are the day they buy the boat and the day they sell it. For them, happiness is putting the boat in the water and sailing off, never-ending expenses included.  That devotion drove a boom in boat sales ...
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USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Minnesota

USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Minnesota

As part of USA TODAY Sports' USA 250 initiative, here's a look at the top 10 greatest college athletes to ever play in the state of Minnesota:
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Grocery chain makes final major business closure

Grocery chain makes final major business closure

A grocery chain is preparing to shut down a major part of its operations, marking the end of a decadeslong business function as retailers continue searching for ways to lower costs and improve efficiency. The move reflects a broader shift across the grocery industry, where regional chains are ...
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Evacuation Orders Issued in Utah Due to Flash Flooding Along Burn Scar

Evacuation Orders Issued in Utah Due to Flash Flooding Along Burn Scar

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has introduced a new initiative called the Blue Envelope program, aimed at improving interactions between law enforcement officers and drivers with autism. The program was unveiled on a Tuesday morning and is designed to provide a straightforward way for individuals with autism to communicate their condition to police officers during traffic stops. The blue envelope will contain important information about the driver's condition and tips for officers on how to effectively communicate with them. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance understanding and reduce potential misunderstandings during police interactions with individuals on the autism spectrum.
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Thousands of cans of soup under recall. Were any sold in Michigan?

Thousands of cans of soup under recall. Were any sold in Michigan?

Over 180,000 cans of Amy's Kitchen lentil soup are under recall, though none sold in Michigan are impacted.
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AguaFox Expands Precision Irrigation Dealer Network to Meet Growing Demand in the Midwest

AguaFox Expands Precision Irrigation Dealer Network to Meet Growing Demand in the Midwest

AguaFox Expands Precision Irrigation Dealer Network to Meet Growing Demand in the Midwest
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USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Michigan

USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Michigan

As part of USA TODAY Sports' USA 250 initiative, here's a look at the top 10 greatest college athletes to ever play in the state of Michigan:
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Memphis has Tennessee's lowest utility bills, MLGW study finds

Memphis has Tennessee's lowest utility bills, MLGW study finds

A new MLGW study shows Memphis has the lowest utility costs in Tennessee and ranks second cheapest in the nation.
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Illinois Announces Blue Envelope Program for Autistic Drivers, Starting January 2027

Illinois Announces Blue Envelope Program for Autistic Drivers, Starting January 2027

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has introduced a new initiative called the Blue Envelope program, aimed at improving interactions between law enforcement officers and drivers with autism. The program was unveiled on a Tuesday morning and is designed to provide a straightforward way for individuals with autism to communicate their condition to police officers during traffic stops. The blue envelope will contain important information about the driver's condition and tips for officers on how to effectively communicate with them. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance understanding and reduce potential misunderstandings during police interactions with individuals on the autism spectrum.
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Scheffler goes to Minnesota for 3M Open, as LPGA and PGA Tour Champions head to Scotland

Scheffler goes to Minnesota for 3M Open, as LPGA and PGA Tour Champions head to Scotland

Scottie Scheffler is going from Royal Birkdale to the TPC Twin Cities