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⚖️ Case Overview: Jesse Butler in Stillwater, OK Jesse Butler was arrested in March 2024  after two teenage girls accused him of multiple violent sexual assaults. He was initially charged as an adult and faced up to 78 years in prison . However, the court later granted him youthful offender status , which allowed for a more lenient sentence. Key charges included : First-degree rape Attempted rape Domestic assault by strangulation Rape by instrumentation Violation of a protect

On the morning of Saturday, November 9, 2025 , a driver transporting bees  through Mesa lost control of their vehicle after being stung multiple times  by a swarm that had gotten loose inside the truck. The driver suffered a medical emergency, veered off the road, and fatally struck a pedestrian. This incident occurred just days after another aggressive bee swarm shut down a residential block in Mesa, where residents were chased indoors and emergency crews had to intervene. T

Too many women mistake cruelty for care. They let men speak to them with venom, disrespect, and control—thinking it's just words. But words are often the first wound. And when we ignore verbal abuse, we risk opening the door to something far worse. My niece, Kieyatta Butler , was a beautiful soul. A mother of three, she was strong, loving, and full of life. But she never saw her death coming. She was taken from us by an abusive boyfriend—someone who chipped away at her spirit

💸 What Is the Tariff Rebate Plan? Proposal Name : American Worker Rebate Act of 2025 Introduced By : Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) on July 28, 2025 Purpose : To return money collected from tariffs to American taxpayers as direct payments. 🧾 How Much Money Are Americans Getting? Rebate Amounts : $600  per tax-paying adult $600  per dependent child $2,400  total for a family of four These payments are not universal —they are targeted toward taxpayers and families, similar to pas

In a case that has outraged the Kinston community, Marquez Jones  pleaded guilty to assault by strangulation  in connection with the violent attack that left Kieyatta Butler , a mother of three, in a coma for NEARLY a year before her death. Despite the severity of the crime, Jones was sentenced to 18 months —with credit for 18 months time served , effectively walking free. 🗣️ A System That Protects the Guilty District Attorney Jeffrey Cannon accepted the plea deal, citing “c

King’s Restaurant in Kinston, NC, has long been a landmark for barbecue lovers. But recent health inspection findings—and deeper community concerns—are forcing many to reconsider what’s really being served behind the scenes. 🧼 Health Inspection or Health Illusion? On September 9, 2025, King’s Restaurant received a 92.5  from the Lenoir County Health Department. But the violations tell a different story: Live roaches and flies  in the kitchen Dirty dishes , soiled equipment ,

🏠 Thee Coffeehouse Address:  231 Hwy 58 S, Building 2 Date:  9/16 Score:  99 Observations: Sticker residue or leftover stickers on clean pans/dishes Deep, dark gash in cutting board at prep lift top unit One-door reach-in cooler on front line not holding temperature 🏠 Lovick’s Address:  320 N Heritage Street, Kinston Date:  9/10 Score:  97.5 Observations: Employees prepping food without hat or hairnet Wet stacking of dishes Missing cup dispenser lid at fountain drink machin

🛑 Federal Shutdown Impact The government shutdown has halted full SNAP funding , affecting over 42 million Americans who rely on food assistance. President Trump stated  that benefits will only resume once Democrats agree to reopen the government. Despite this, federal judges ordered partial payments  using USDA contingency funds. 💸 Payment Amounts and Timing Recipients are receiving only 50–65% of their usual monthly benefits  due to limited emergency funding. USDA conting

🚨   As of Saturday evening, the Craven County Sheriff's Office has confirmed that all available resources and law enforcement partners  are actively involved in the search for Dominic Connelly , a fugitive currently evading arrest. 🔍 Officials are: Investigating every community tip Developing their own leads Methodically cutting off Connelly’s access to food and water Despite the challenge of a large search area with many abandoned homes and vehicles, the search continues w

An American man and his teenage son died last month after being swarmed by wasps while ziplining at an adventure camp in Laos. Dan Owen, the director of an international school in neighboring Vietnam, and his son Cooper were attacked by the insects on October 15 at Green Jungle Park, located outside the city of Luang Prabang—a UNESCO World Heritage Site and popular tourist destination. According to hospital officials, the incident occurred as Owen and Cooper were descending f

On Homecoming night at East Carolina University (ECU), what should have been a time of celebration turned into a sobering reminder of life’s unpredictability. Around 6:00 PM, a two-car accident at the intersection of Greenville Boulevard and 14th Street resulted in one vehicle catching fire and six people being sent to the hospital. Emergency responders acted swiftly, and the crash caused a major traffic jam in the area. Thankfully, authorities report that no life-threatening

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Assault and Robbery Investigation – Arrest Made On August 16, 2025, at approximately 11:20 a.m., officers with the Kinston Police...

As of August 16, 2025, there are two primary ways individuals and businesses may receive a "tariff refund check" or rebate: 1. Duty...

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