DDN – Only three of Pennsylvania’s 21 known native snake species—the Eastern Copperhead, Timber Rattlesnake, and Eastern Massasauga Rattlesnake—are venomous. Snakes are uncommon in cities since there is little to support them, yet they can nevertheless inadvertently enter populated areas. Although snakes are not dangerous and, if left alone, will help control local rodent populations,...
RIDGELAND, S.C.(DDN) – A 46-year-old Georgia man faces three decades in jail after being convicted of raping a woman and “leaving her for dead” on Alligator Alley in a Jasper County nature preserve. A jury of his peers convicted John Steven Reynovel Metzler on Thursday of first-degree criminal sexual behavior and kidnapping in connection with...
GRAPEVINE, Texas (DDN) – According to authorities, a driver died after colliding with a tree and setting fire to their Jeep near Grapevine. According to a police news release, the collision occurred around 2:15 a.m. on Friday in the 2500 block of Mustang Drive. According to police, a Jeep Wrangler was going west when it...
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. (DDN) – On Thursday, New York filed a lawsuit against several major electronic cigarette distributors, alleging that these companies have breached state laws banning the sale of vaping flavors and designs aimed at children. Attorney General Letitia James has announced a lawsuit against middlemen who distribute fruit- and candy-flavored e-cigarettes, such...
SOUTH CAROLINA (DDN) – When you visit South Carolina, you will come across many towns, counties, and parks with unique pronunciations that may cause your tongue to twist. Even if you correctly spell certain names, the way you speak them may tell a different story. So, let’s take a little tour and learn how to...
Texas, recognized for its expansive landscapes and varied communities, has introduced updated regulations for renewing driver’s licenses. The adjustments are designed to simplify the procedure, improve safety measures, and adhere to national standards. This piece will deliver an in-depth look at the updated regulations, qualification requirements, and detailed instructions for the renewal process of your...
FLORIDA (DDN) – The Sunshine State boasts some of the nicest beaches in the country. However, the state is also home to some of the most mispronounced locales. This could be due to the wide range of cultures that blended when people arrived and settled in Florida. Whatever the reason for mispronunciation, we must correct...
ALABAMA (DDN) – When you think of steak, Alabama may not be the first state that comes to mind. But the state has a hidden gem: a vibrant steakhouse industry that offers something for everyone. There are steakhouses in Alabama that serve both casual and upscale dinners. You can have a delicious steak in a...
DETROIT, Mich. (DDN) – Tracey Dotson, 49, of Detroit, was sentenced to 51 months for his role in a multi-state, million-dollar unemployment insurance fraud scam. Court documents revealed that the conspiracy attempted to defraud the United States government and the states of Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Maryland of cash set aside for jobless relief during the...
DDN – In the heart of Detroit’s once-vibrant music scene lies a forgotten landmark—an abandoned bar that, decades ago, was the birthplace of a blues legend. Though now crumbling and covered in graffiti, the walls of this decaying structure once echoed with the soulful sounds that would inspire generations of musicians. This unassuming venue played...