New Amtrak Mardi Gras route from Mobile to New Orleans begins August 18, tickets available now
Amtrak has revealed that starting August 18, the Mardi Gras route connecting Mobile and New Orleans will run twice daily. The travel time for this journey is approximately four hours, according to Amtrak. Trains will depart at 6:30 AM and 4:30 PM, with brief stops at Pascagoula, Biloxi, Gulfport, and Bay St. Louis. Morning departures […]
Buckmasters expo arriving in Montgomery this August
Buckmasters Expo Celebrates 30 Years in Montgomery The Buckmasters Expo is gearing up for its 30th year at the Montgomery Convention Center, set to take place from August 15th to 17th. This event, sponsored by Mountain Dew, has become a major highlight for outdoor enthusiasts in the Southeast, promising an exciting weekend for families with […]
City, county officials to review Phoenix PD use of force during August arrest
Phoenix (AZ Family) — Phoenix police and the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office are reviewing the department’s use of force in the Aug. 19 arrest spree. arizona family We obtained body camera footage from the arrest. In it, two officers can be seen punching Tyrone McAlpin, who is on the ground. Shortly thereafter, he was taped […]
Unlock the Secrets of Local Government: Register for the Yavapai County Citizens Academy Starting August 16, 2024! | Prescott Valley Times local news
YAVAPAI COUNTY, Ariz. – Calling all Yavapai County residents age 18 and older: Want to gain a deeper understanding of how local government works? The Yavapai County Citizens Academy is your chance to learn firsthand. Registration opens Aug. 16, 2024. This free, eight-week program will take place at 1015 Fair St. in Prescott every Thursday […]
August is second-highest month for evictions in Maricopa County
Nearly 8,000 eviction filings were recorded in August, according to county records. PHOENIX — Maricopa County officials say August saw the second-highest number of eviction filings. Records show there were 7,957 eviction filings in August 2024. County officials say that doesn't mean all of those people lost their homes. Nearly a third of the filings […]
Yavapai County Lifts Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Effective August 8, 2024 | Prescott Valley Times local news
contact address: David McAtee, Communications Manager – (928) 442-5509 Yavapai County lifts fire ban Effective Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 8:00 AM, Yavapai County will be lifting Stage 1 fire restrictions due to recent and forecasted rainfall. Please note: Public lands in Yavapai County and Tonto National Forest managed by the Bureau of Land Management […]
August job growth below expectations as unemployment falls
The unemployment rate fell in August for the first time since March, dropping to 4.2 percent, as the U.S. economy added 142,000 nonfarm payroll jobs, according to data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Economists now expect nonfarm payrolls to rise by 161,000 in August, up from an earlier estimate of a […]
Trump Campaign Says It Raised Well Over $100 Million In August
Former President Donald Trump raised about $130 million in August, his campaign announced Wednesday night. Trump's Number of donations That's down slightly from the $140 million the campaign raised in July. Started The Harris campaign has not released its fundraising figures for August, but Jen O'Malley Dillon, campaign manager for the Harris campaign, reported that […]
Weather Goes Wild Across The US As August Arrives
The National Weather Service on Sunday issued a fairly repeat of its early August weather forecast, and it was pretty frightening. Apparently, as we head into the height of summer (August, not July, so I'm going to die on this hill), it's going to get “hot to very hot” all across the Central Plains. according […]
7 Impressive Things to Do in Sedona for August 2024
As the summer sun casts its warm glow over Sedona, Arizona's breathtaking landscape, discerning travelers look forward to journeys filled with spiritual awakening, outdoor adventures and cultural experiences. With its iconic red rock formations, world-famous whirlpools and vibrant arts scene, Sedona beckons travelers to embark on unforgettable experiences in August 2024. From exploring ancient ruins […]
