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Oregon landowner ordered to pay $810,000 after trees cut across property line

In an Oregon land dispute, a property owner accused their neighbor of intentionally clearing land past established boundaries. A jury sided with the plaintiff, awarding them $810,000 in damages. The court upheld this decision, indicating that the defendants failed to provide valid evidence to counter their liability, while also noting that Bosma was aware of

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Georgia waste plant permit upheld despite developer’s plan for 97 townhomes

A developer in Bartow County, Georgia challenged a permit for a nearby waste processing facility. The county approved the permit despite concerns that it violated zoning restrictions. The developer argued that their planned townhomes should receive protection under existing zoning laws. However, the court found that the definitions of residential dwellings applied only to already

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Luke Bryan’s farm tour funds 97 scholarships, helps provide 11m meals

Since its inception in 2009, Luke Bryan’s Farm Tour has championed educational opportunities by awarding 97 scholarships and supplying over 11 million meals for needy families. Partnering with Bayer’s #HerestotheFarmer campaign, the initiative bridges support between farming families and communities. Attendees also donated nearly 20,000 pounds of food to hunger-relief efforts, underscoring a commitment to

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Meet Mama Flo, 71, who serves free Caribbean meals to those in need

Florence Coke runs a Caribbean takeaway in Stockport, where she offers free meals for the needy. She has been inspired by her parents’ tradition of helping the poor in Jamaica. During the COVID-19 crisis, she continued to feed struggling families with free meals and food parcels. Recently, she was recognized with a Local Hero award

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Closed college sued ex-student for $28,000 over $10,000 debt

Newbury College in Massachusetts closed in 2019 and ceased operating as a nonprofit in 2022. However, former student Cesarina Barros was sued for $28,000 in unpaid tuition and interest in 2025. She had left the college in 2009 owing $10,000, believing its eventual closure would end her financial obligation. The case raises questions about debt

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Washington couple divorce, remarry and split again; court upholds property deal

A couple from Washington navigated a messy divorce settlement only to remarry, before the cycle of separation began once more. The court upheld an arbitration ruling that favored William Gibbs, denying Joy the assets previously awarded. Although Joy retained some funds from her BNY Mellon 401(k), she forfeited half of the USAA accounts and restricted

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Texas farmers help turn 640-acre school land gift into $3m in scholarships

In Gruver, Texas, a remarkable farming initiative has turned inherited land into a thriving source of scholarship funds for local students. By pooling their resources, farmers and community members cultivate crops that have raised around $3 million for education since 2012, benefitting nearly 300 students, including first-generation college graduates like Sydney Ortiz and Rhett Sparks.

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‘I guess I’m dead’: Tech entrepreneur’s post resurfaces after plane crash

In a heartbreaking incident, tech entrepreneur Adam Robinson and his family lost their lives in a Florida plane crash on November 1, 2026. The tragedy claimed all nine individuals aboard the private jet. Robinson, known for his sarcastic social media presence, previously founded notable marketing technology companies. The National Transportation Safety Board has initiated an

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