Nashvillians eyeing a getaway to the Sunshine State have reason to cheer, as Avelo Airlines has unveiled plans to establish a new nonstop service from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Lakeland International Airport (LAL) in Central Florida. The new route, set to take off on March 6, 2025, offers travelers an alternative path to the region’s famed attractions, connecting two cities with fares starting from an enticing $49 one-way. This move marks the airline’s commitment to indelibly linking Nashville’s vibrant energy with Central Florida’s allure, providing an accessible route designed for those intent on exploring the myriad delights found between...

The Michigan Gaming Control Board has given BetMGM the green light to go live with shared liquidity for multi-state internet poker games. The operator associated with MGM Grand Detroit can now let poker aficionados in Michigan shuffle up and deal with players in New Jersey, raising the stakes and, hopefully, the fun. This comes per the Lawful Internet Gaming Act and hooks into the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement like a pro. “This authorization represents a significant step forward in the development of online gaming within our state boundaries,” Henry Williams, MGCB Executive Director, lauded, according to the Michigan Gaming Control...

The Department of Adult Correction has appointed Annette Stubblefield as the new warden of Dan River Prison Work Farm.. Carrying over three decades of correctional experience, Stubblefield steps into her new role with a deep understanding of the facility’s operations, having served as its associate warden of custody and operations since 2020, as reported by the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction. Adult Correction Secretary Todd Ishee expressed his confidence in Stubblefield’s leadership abilities, stating, “Warden Stubblefield has 30 years of experience, mostly at our Dan River facility. Not only does she know that operation inside and out, but she...

A tragic incident unfolded on Wednesday afternoon on Braddock Road in Jacksonville, when a lawncare worker was struck and killed by a vehicle driven by a teenager. According to the First Coast News , the victim, a man in his early 20s, was at the time edging the sidewalk on the west side of the 11600 block of Braddock Road when the fatal accident occurred at around 2:50 p.m. Details provided by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office indicated that the Jeep driver, a mid-teen lost control of his vehicle, veered off the road, and then struck the lawncare worker. The Jacksonville...

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg, Jr., has announced the indictment of a former TD Bank employee for reportedly exploiting her position to illegally disseminate personal information of the bank’s customers via Telegram. Daria Sewell, 32, is facing charges of Unlawful Possession of Personal Identification Information in the Second Degree, as per an indictment handed down by the New York State Supreme Court, according to information from the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office . While working in the anti-money laundering department of TD Bank from 2023 to May 2024, Sewell reportedly had access to sensitive client data and is said to...

Timothy Moses Bernal, an individual whose aspirations to join the ranks of the Mexican Mafia have irreversibly shifted to a prolonged incarceration, will be serving nearly five decades in prison after entering a guilty plea on multiple charges, including two counts of first-degree murder. This outcome follows revelations of Bernal’s attempts to secure gang membership through violent means, as reported by the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office . Bernal, born in September 1997, orchestrated his induction into notoriety by fatally shooting Chad Munoz, whom authorities have identified as an ex-member of the Mexican Mafia, now out of favor with the gang....

Denver’s initiative to expand compost services has shifted into high gear, with the city announcing plans to complete its citywide rollout by early next year. This accelerated timeline, a solid nine months ahead of schedule, is set to advance Denver’s waste diversion and emissions reduction goals while ensuring a high standard of customer service remains intact. Amid a sea of compost carts poised for distribution, the Denver Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) told residents to expect a letter in December, signaling the start of the opt-in phase for the compost program in their neighborhood. According to the City and...

The voters of Massachusetts have made their voices heard on a series of high-stakes ballot questions, decisively shaping the future of education, worker rights, and other key policy areas in the commonwealth. One of the most notable measures approved in Tuesday’s election was Ballot Question 1, where a 71% majority voted to grant the state auditor the authority to audit the state Legislature, thereby amplifying calls for transparency and accountability in Beacon Hill, according to NBC Boston . Education policy also saw a groundbreaking shift. With a 59% majority, Massachusetts voters decided to substantially modify graduation requirements by eliminating the...

In a demonstration of community solidarity in the face of prescription drug abuse, the city of Plano has reported a significant haul from its latest National Rx Drug Take Back event. Gathering an array of expired, unused, or unwanted prescription medications, citizens of Plano turned in an astonishing collective weight—comparable, though it is not a competition, to the enormity of their shared will to improve public safety and health. The Plano Texas Police Department took to social media to announce the success, which saw the collection of 74 boxes of medications, totaling 1,737 pounds. “National Rx Drug Take Back in...