All Posts

Results for “work”

Aug 24, 2026

Nearly Full Blood Moon Over The Four States Thursday Night

The moon is about to do something a little dramatic over the Four States. Late Thursday night, August 27, into early Friday morning, August 28, Joplin and the Four States area gets a nearly total lunar eclipse. Earth will slide between the sun and moon, covering about 93 percent of the moon in its shadow. … Continue reading Nearly Full Blood Moon Over The Four States Thursday Night

Aug 17, 2026

Fisherman Fights Face-Hugging Octopus

This gives new meaning to “separation anxiety.” In a WILD viral video, a Pilipino fisherman had reeled in an octopus, and the little sea Houdini immediately latched onto his face. Jesser Cervantes was on a wooden dinghy when the eight-armed escape artist wrapped itself around his head, covering his mouth and refusing to clock out. He … Continue reading Fisherman Fights Face-Hugging Octopus

Aug 14, 2026

Pilot Pops Positive for Pot

Air India has a new policy that’s basically, “Let’s make sure nobody’s flying high before they fly high.” After a flight from Phuket to Delhi suddenly dropped about 300 feet last week, injuring 17 passengers and crew, the captain tested positive for marijuana. Reports say the captain was standing behind the co-pilot’s seat when the … Continue reading Pilot Pops Positive for Pot

Aug 10, 2026

Planet Parade Joins Perseid Peak

The sky is apparently booking a very busy week. The Perseid meteor shower hits its peak overnight Wednesday into Thursday, and this year the moon is finally choosing not to steal the spotlight. With a new moon keeping things nice and dark, you could see anywhere from 30 to 100 meteors an hour—depending on how … Continue reading Planet Parade Joins Perseid Peak

Aug 7, 2026

Back-to-School Anxiety: How to Calm the Chaos

Back-to-school jitters are one thing. But if a kid suddenly has mystery stomachaches, headaches, frequent nurse visits, or treats the school bus like it’s a getaway car, anxiety could be in the driver’s seat. First, figure out what’s behind it. Bullying, trouble with classwork, friendship drama, or simply being away from home can all crank … Continue reading Back-to-School Anxiety: How to Calm the Chaos

Aug 5, 2026

Best Things to Buy In August

With Tax Free weekend coming up, Back-To-School shopping isn’t the only way you can save. August is basically Black Friday in flip-flops. While everybody’s thinking about school supplies and pumpkin spice, retailers are quietly clearing out summer stuff — which is great news if you’re in the mood to save a little cash. First stop: … Continue reading Best Things to Buy In August

Aug 4, 2026

World Dog Surfing Championships (Video)

So, picture this: last weekend, Northern California hosted the World Dog Surfing Championships, where the crowd didn’t just cheer — they literally barked. You had everything from tiny spaniels to big labs riding the waves in Pacifica, just south of San Francisco, getting judged on how long they stayed on the board, the size of … Continue reading World Dog Surfing Championships (Video)

Aug 3, 2026

Uninvited Breakfast Bartender Busted

Imagine this: it’s 6:30 in the morning, you’re barely conscious, the dogs start going nuts, and you’re thinking, “Great, what now?” You grab your firearm, head downstairs… and there’s your neighbor in the kitchen, rocking a towel on his head like it’s spa day, while he works on a budget margarita. He’s already tried the … Continue reading Uninvited Breakfast Bartender Busted

Jul 24, 2026

Oliver Opens at PCT Tonight

Pittsburg Community Theatre is raising the curtain on a classic this weekend, and from the sound of it, this is one production you won’t want to miss. Director Tony Sanchez stopped by to talk about PCT’s latest show, Oliver!, opening tonight at Memorial Auditorium. The beloved musical, based on Charles Dickens’ Oliver Twist, brings a … Continue reading Oliver Opens at PCT Tonight

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 24, 2026

Florida Feline Finds Fugitive

Dogs might be man’s best friend, but cats? Apparently they’ll flip on you in a heartbeat. So this woman in Leesburg, Florida tries to break into a house, things go sideways, and she takes off running. Deputies roll in, set up the whole production—helicopter, drone, K9 unit—the works. Very official. Very serious. And then… a … Continue reading Florida Feline Finds Fugitive

Jul 23, 2026

Creepy Mime Case Ends in Charges

Police in Massachusetts arrested a mime. Which already feels like the setup to a joke, but nope—real story. This guy had been hanging around a walking trail, full mime getup, just… lingering. And not in a charming, invisible box kind of way. More like, “why is that man staring at me in silence?” kind of … Continue reading Creepy Mime Case Ends in Charges