Daily Newscast for Tuesday, July 9, 2024

Category: Local News

Governor Sanders appoints Chris Caldwell to Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, Hurricane Beryl causes damage in Arkansas, tax removal initiative falls short, Fayetteville may allow Sunday alcohol sales.

Keywords: Governor Sanders, Chris Caldwell, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, Hurricane Beryl, taxes, Fayetteville, Sunday alcohol sales

Source: Little Rock Public Radio

Update At: 7/17/2024

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Cherry Grove Pier reopens after damage from Hurricane Ian

The Cherry Grove Pier has reopened after being closed for nearly two years due to damage from Hurricane Ian. Manager Edgar Stephens highlighted improvements made to enhance the pier's resilience against future storms. Local businesses experienced challenges during the closure, but are now seeing a return of customers. The pier serves as a popular destination for families and offers activities beyond fishing.

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Cherry Grove Pier reopens after damage from Hurricane Ian

The Cherry Grove Pier has reopened after being closed for nearly two years due to damage from Hurricane Ian. Manager Edgar Stephens highlighted improvements made to enhance the pier's resilience against future storms. Local businesses experienced challenges during the closure, but are now seeing a return of customers. The pier serves as a popular destination for families and offers activities beyond fishing.

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Waukesha and Jefferson counties

Austin has selected a new police chief.

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Power largely restored in Mineral County following Wednesday's storms

Tens of thousands lost power due to storms in Mineral County, affecting Missoula and surrounding areas. While power was restored in many places by Friday morning, issues with backup generators at Superior's dispatch center and hospital posed risks, including to vaccine supplies. Town officials indicated a need for improved planning strategies.

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Multiple areas in central Alabama report fallen trees, road closures

Multiple areas in central Alabama reported downed trees and power lines, with significant impacts on local roads. Police departments in Rainbow City, Southside, and Oxford are responding to the situation, advising drivers to avoid affected areas while crews work to clear them.

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Trinity Rodman's 'bit of magic' sends US into Olympic soccer semifinals in 1-0 win over Japan

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Another crab found in another Downtown Sioux City building

A live crab was discovered in a vending machine at the Frances Building in Downtown Sioux City, causing confusion among patrons who initially thought it was a mouse. The crab was later found dead by a Pepsi employee. Another crab was found dead in the Sioux City Public Library nearby.

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A shellfish guest: Chesapeake blue crab found at Sioux City Library

A Chesapeake Bay crab named Chester was found alive in the Sioux City Aalfs Downtown Library, surprising staff who initially thought it was a toy. The crab was later placed in a tank but unfortunately did not survive. Library Director Helen Rigdon speculated that Chester was likely released by young people from an aquarium.

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Sioux City, Iowa Has CRABS!! 3 Possible Explanations

Crabs were discovered in Sioux City, Iowa, with one found in a vending machine and another in a library's computer lab. Both crabs died shortly after their discovery, leading to speculation about their presence, ranging from alien invasions to genetic experiments or simple pranks. The article advises against leaving random creatures in public places.

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A shellfish guest: Chesapeake blue crab found at Sioux City Library

A Chesapeake Bay crab named Chester was found alive in the Sioux City Aalfs Downtown Library, surprising staff who initially thought it was a toy. The crab was later placed in a tank but unfortunately did not survive. Library Director Helen Rigdon speculated that Chester was likely released by young people from an aquarium.

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