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AAA Hawaii: Gas prices hold steady before holiday weekend
The Maui News - Hawaii
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Gas prices are holding steady in Hawaii, according to the AAA Hawaii Weekend Gas Watch. On Thursday, AAA Hawaii reported the statewide average price for regular unleaded was $4.47, which is the same as last week and 22 cents lower than at this...
Once known as 'Dirty Myrtle,' Myrtle Beach is now fastest-growing US metro for seniors
WPDE 15 - South Carolina
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(AP) — A South Carolina beach town once nicknamed “Dirty Myrtle” because of its rowdy nightclubs and strip joints has become a magnet for retirees in a nation that continues to age. The number of residents age 65 years and older in the Myrtle...
State officials, Los Angeles Rams mull more Hawaii minicamps; preseason game unlikely
Spectrum News NY1 - New York
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July 3, 2025
WAILUKU, Hawaii — Puka Nacua passed through a War Memorial Stadium gate with a wide smile and an open hand as he prepared to greet a horde of eager keiki pressed together along a waist-high metal fence. Between some rounds of jan-ken-po with the...
“Chicago Fire” Star Jake Lockett Elopes with Dominique Domingo in 'Serene' Hawaiian Waterfall Ceremony (Exclusive)
Yahoo Sports - Canada
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July 3, 2025
NEED TO KNOW Chicago Fire star Jake Lockett married Dominique Domingo in Kauai, Hawaii, on June 18 The couple's "intimate" and "peaceful" ceremony at Kalihiwai Falls was attended by just their parents Water and earth elements were included in the...
Traveling the country via camper
Bellevue Herald Leader - Iowa
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For the past four years, Betsy and Jeremy Laisur have not stayed in the same place for very long. That’s because the couple has been traveling across the country in a camper, visiting all 50 states and dozens of National Parks and historical...
Transpac 2025 kicks off with 2 waves of racers setting sail for Hawaii
Hawaii News Now
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July 3, 2025
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The 2025 Transpacific Yacht Race officially began Tuesday, July 1, with the first wave of competitors leaving Long Beach, California. Sixteen boats launched under clear skies and favorable winds, setting a course for...
I Wore These Celeb-loved Sneakers 8 Days Straight in Hawaii—and They’re Nearly $100 Off for Fourth of July
Travel + Leisure
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I’m not exaggerating when I say I’ve tested out hundreds upon hundreds of sneakers over the years. As a longtime health and fitness journalist, it doesn’t take me long to file this type of footwear into a few different categories: ideal for...
Four Hartnell players land beach volleyball scholarships
Monterey Herald - California
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July 3, 2025
Arriving at Hartnell College to extend their indoor volleyball careers, four players are scholarship-bound – as beach players. Jordyn Pascone, Katie Barclay, Paige Mason and Theresa Habrik were instrumental in leading the Panthers to a Coast...
Hawaiian Airlines And JetBlue To End Loyalty Partnership — What To Know
Travel Noire
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July 1, 2025
Two major U.S.-based carriers are ending their more-than-a-decade-long loyalty program partnership. In late June, JetBlue announced that its partnership with Hawaiian Airlines is coming to an end. JetBlue disclosed that the last day its TrueBlue...
Travel tips for a smooth journey amid record-breaking July 4th travel
WGRZ - New York
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July 1, 2025
AAA predicts a record-breaking 72.2 million Americans will travel over the Fourth of July holiday, with 5.8 million flying. BUFFALO, N.Y. — If you're planning to fly this week, you're not alone. AAA expects a record-breaking 72.2 million Americans...
Hilo man accused of stealing from elderly couple
Hawaii Tribune Herald
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July 7, 2025
A 29-year-old Hilo man on felony probation faces 13 criminal charges in connection with the alleged theft and use of credit cards belonging to a married couple in their 70s. A 29-year-old Hilo man on felony probation faces 13 criminal charges in...
AAA: Seattle among top 3 Fourth of July travel destinations
KIRO Newsradio - Washington State
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July 3, 2025
Seattle was ranked as the second-best Fourth of July travel destination in a new list created by AAA based on its travel booking data. AAA projected that 72.2 million travelers will journey 50 miles or more from home during the Independence Day...
What are Michigan's top 10 beaches? Where to find them
Battle Creek Enquirer - Michigan
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Michigan features beaches statewide along over 3,200 miles of shoreline. From the Great Lakes to inland lakes, national lakeshores to state parks, the state offers vast shores to explore. The USA TODAY 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards picked 10 west...
Oregon has 4 of the ‘13 Best Beach Towns on the West Coast’
OregonLive.com
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July 3, 2025
When it comes to beach towns, the West Coast has an embarrassment of riches. Oregon alone can boast of so many beautiful spots it’s hard to decide which one is the most alluring. We Oregonians may all have our favorites. Now, the media site Condé...
Record July 4 Travel Expected Across U.S. in 2025
Chicago Morning Star - Illinois
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July 3, 2025
This Fourth of July holiday is set to be the busiest on record, with an estimated 72.2 million Americans expected to travel at least 50 miles from home between June 28 and July 6, according to new projections. The figure surpasses last year’s by...
Remote UK island dubbed 'Hawaii of the North' has beautiful beaches and warm weather
The Mirror
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July 3, 2025
Scotland may be known for its chilly and damp climate, but it's also home to a stunning island that's been affectionately named the 'Hawaii of the North'. Nestled 22 miles west of Ardnamurchan, the closest point on the Scottish mainland, and a...
AAA: Record 72.2 million Americans expected to travel domestically July 4th week
Shelby Daily Globe - Ohio
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AAA projects 72.2 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home over the Independence Day holiday period from Saturday, June 28 to Sunday, July 6. This year’s domestic travel forecast is an increase of 1.7 million travelers compared to...
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Why My Family's 'Weird' Beach Snack Is Actually The Best
Southern Living
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Predict the contents of a Southerner’s jam-packed beach cooler, and you’ve probably got a few of the usual suspects in mind: Pub subs or King’s Hawaiian roll sliders, fresh watermelon, boiled peanuts, and maybe even some fried chicken. But when my...
Scotland's sunniest island dubbed 'Hawaii of the North' is perfect for a summer staycation
Daily Record & Sunday Mail
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July 3, 2025
Scotland may be known for its chilly and damp climate, but it boasts a stunning island that's been affectionately named the 'Hawaii of the North'. The Isle of Tiree is situated 22 miles west of Ardnamurchan, the closest point on the Scottish...
Camping permits for Liberation Day parade available July 16
The Guam Daily Post
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The Department of Parks and Recreation will begin issuing camping permits for the 81st Annual Liberation Day Parade on Wednesday, July 16, starting at 8 a.m. at the Paseo Stadium Building. Permits will be available for camping spots along Marine...