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Aug 18, 2026

Bank Bandit Kitty Finds New Home

In a Stupid News follow up…the kitten who got dragged into an attempted bank robbery has officially left her life of crime behind. Three-month-old Magnolia, a panda-colored kitten with absolutely no criminal record, despite what the internet may suggest, was snatched from a Pet Supplies Plus in Beltsville, Maryland, on July 13. The guy who … Continue reading Bank Bandit Kitty Finds New Home

Aug 4, 2026

Idiot Busted Burglar ID’s Himself

Cops in Miami-Dade pick up Christopher Chiofalo — a man they are VERY familiar with, because he’s been arrested almost 20 times. They take him down to the station and cue up the security video from a Cuban restaurant that got hit back on July 25th. He watches it for a second and goes, “Oh … Continue reading Idiot Busted Burglar ID’s Himself

Jul 24, 2026

Fun Ideas to Celebrate Christmas In July

So… it’s July, it’s a million degrees, and somehow we’re all thinking about Christmas. How about a little fake winter break from the heat? You don’t have to go “Full Christmas”…just keep it lowkey. Swap snowballs for water balloons and suddenly you’ve got a “blizzard” that won’t melt in 3 seconds. Throw on a Christmas … Continue reading Fun Ideas to Celebrate Christmas In July

Jul 20, 2026

Back-To-School Bargain Shopping Tips

Back-to-school shopping is back… and yeah, it’s coming for your wallet. The average parent’s looking at around $600, so naturally, everyone’s in “how do I not spend that?” mode. First move? Shop your own house. There’s a 90% chance last year’s backpack still has perfectly good supplies hiding in it. Free is undefeated. After that, … Continue reading Back-To-School Bargain Shopping Tips

Jul 3, 2026

City of Joplin July 4 Celebration

So here’s the deal for the 4th in Joplin… things kick off at 5:30 at Fred G. Hughes Stadium over at MSSU. It’s the big one this year—the country’s turning 250, so they’re going a little extra. Think food trucks, bounce houses, and that “we stayed for the fireworks” level of commitment. Live music starts … Continue reading City of Joplin July 4 Celebration

Jul 2, 2026

Friendly Fireworks Safety Tips

A quick reminder before you celebrate America by almost setting your garage on fire… fireworks are not that complicated. Find an open space. Not your driveway. Not next to your car. Definitely not under a tree you “think is probably fine.” Open space. Light one firework at a time—this isn’t a speedrun—and then back up … Continue reading Friendly Fireworks Safety Tips

Jul 2, 2026

Cigarette Carelessness Causes Fiery Fireworks Fallout

A quick reminder as we approach the holiday weekend: cigarettes and fireworks are not a great combo. Cigarettes and 700 pounds of fireworks, even worse. Out on Whidbey Island in Washington, a guy had been quietly building what neighbors describe as a very not-quiet stockpile of fireworks. We’re talking hundreds of pounds, sitting around his … Continue reading Cigarette Carelessness Causes Fiery Fireworks Fallout

Jul 1, 2026

Better Party Bites to Bring This 4th

Showing up to a Fourth of July party empty-handed? LAME! Showing up with a sad bag of chips? Somehow worse. If you want to look like you have your life together, bring something that actually helps. Start easy: a little host gift. Flowers already in a vase, a chilled bottle of something bubbly, or even … Continue reading Better Party Bites to Bring This 4th

Jun 30, 2026

When NOT To Drive This July 4th

Quick heads up before you fire up the road trip playlist… this could be the busiest Fourth of July travel stretch EVER. AAA says about 61 million people are hitting the road, which basically means… everyone you’ve ever met is traveling at the same time. If you’d prefer your holiday not include a parking lot … Continue reading When NOT To Drive This July 4th

Jun 30, 2026

Woman Charged After Pickleball Attack

Pickleball is officially no longer a low-impact sport. In St. Augustine, Florida, a post-game squabble turned into a full-on paddle attack. Cops say a nurse, Michele Bannister, didn’t love how a guy was talking to her son after a doubles match… so she jumped in and started swinging. Not metaphorically. Literally. Paddle to the head. … Continue reading Woman Charged After Pickleball Attack

Jun 29, 2026

How to Stay Hydrated When You Hate Water

So here comes a July heatwave, and apparently the official advice is “drink water.” Cool. Love that for people who actually enjoy water. If you’re not one of them, don’t panic—hydration has options. First, just keep a bottle nearby. Not because it’s exciting, but because you’re more likely to sip it out of boredom. Which … Continue reading How to Stay Hydrated When You Hate Water

Jun 17, 2026

City of Joplin Providing FREE Curbside Pickup of Tree Limbs

If your yard lost last weekend’s fight with the high winds, there’s some good news. Joplin is doing free curbside pickup for tree limbs and storm debris. Basically, drag all the branches, leaves, and general leafy chaos to the curb before the morning of Monday, July 6. Not the street, not the sidewalk—curb. If you’re … Continue reading City of Joplin Providing FREE Curbside Pickup of Tree Limbs