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From WI to UT to CO to FL to WI, the views I express here are my own.

[TODAY @TODAYshow]

The summer of 2026 is shaping up to be one of the worst tick seasons in a decade. Here’s where tick bites are surging and how to protect yourself. https://t.co/kpOXBhYZ5V

[National Center for Missing & Exploited Children @NCMEC]

MISSING: 17-year-old Kemiah was last seen on June 16, 2026, in Hyannis, Massachusetts. She may travel to Fall River, New Bedford or Boston.

Have info? Call NCMEC at 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) or the Barnstable PD at 1-508-775-0387. @7News @boston25 @WCVB @wbz @NBC10Boston

[WeatherNation @WeatherNation]

⛈️MILE HIGH STORMS⛈️ Intense rain moved into the Denver metro Thursday night bringing localized flooding as rainfall rates were falling at a rate that the infrastructure couldn't keep up with. These showers are much needed as much of Colorado remains in severe drought.
#COwx

[Kenosha News @Kenosha_News]

Nearly 500 new apartment units could soon be developed in Kenosha after two projects, the Helmsman and Breeze Landing, received their conditional use permits from the city Plan Commission. https://t.co/31AyXfaWF7

[WeatherNation @WeatherNation]

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake rattled Northern California on Wednesday. A local resident describes the quake's violent shaking and shares the damage it caused inside her home. This comes ahead of two other major earthquakes in Japan & Venezuela earlier on Wednesday.

[Grant Tosterud @granttosterudwx]

Close up video of the tornado that went through Los Lunas around 3:30 pm today! The tornado crossed Main St. near Camelot Blvd. Video courtesy of Shawn Vigil. #NMwx #NewMexico #Tornado

[Voices and Evidence @VoicesEvidence]

⏰ TIMELINE THURSDAY ⏰

The Disappearance of Brandon Swanson

On the night of May 13, 2008, 19-year-old Brandon Swanson was driving home after celebrating the end of his college semester when his car became stuck in a rural ditch in southwestern Minnesota.

He called his parents for help.

For the next 47 minutes, they stayed on the phone, trying desperately to find each other in the dark.

Brandon decided to leave his vehicle and walk toward what he believed were nearby lights. As he crossed fields and fences, he continued talking with his father.

Then, without warning, he said:

"Oh, shit."

The call remained connected briefly, but Brandon never spoke another word.

His parents searched through the night. His car was eventually found nearly 25 miles from where Brandon believed he was, and despite extensive searches over the past 18 years, he has never been found.

Brandon's disappearance also led to the passage of Brandon's Law in Minnesota, helping improve how missing adult cases are handled.

Today, we follow the timeline, not to speculate, but to remember Brandon and to keep his story alive.

Because every minute matters. Because every detail counts. Because someone may still hold the missing piece.

#BrandonSwanson #TimelineThursday #VoicesAndEvidence #MissingPerson #MissingPersons #BrandonsLaw #ColdCase #SomeoneKnowsSomething #FollowTheFacts #EveryDetailCounts

[American Libraries @amlibraries]

"While this is my first #ALAAC26 as executive director, I’m eager to meet many of you and make the most of those exciting, jam-packed days." https://t.co/7iYSpYK6kV

[Breaking911 @Breaking911]

BREAKING: An 18-wheeler burst into flames after being struck by a train in Fairburn, Georgia.

[SRQ Magazine @srq_mag]

ARTFUL IMPACT | As Art Center Sarasota marks 100 years, the organization honors three Centennial Honorees—Susan McLeod, Clifford McDonald and Gail Eisenfeld-Hansen—each leaving their own meaningful mark on Sarasota’s vibrant arts landscape. https://t.co/r7Bs5KIMUr

[Manatee County Government @ManateeGov]

💧 RECLAIMED WATER ONLY: Some reclaimed water customers may experience lower-than-normal irrigation pressure due to increased demand during the current hot, dry weather.

This does NOT affect drinking water (potable water) service, pressure, or availability.

Customers are encouraged to voluntarily follow the same watering schedule as potable water users to help reduce demand during this dry period.

More info: https://t.co/6EWRZpPGuc

[NHK WORLD News @NHKWORLD_News]

The Japan Meteorological Agency says the magnitude 6.9 quake occurred off the coast of Iwate Prefecture and had an intensity of upper 6 on the Japanese scale of zero to 7 in the hardest-hit areas in the hardest-hit areas of Aomori Prefecture.
https://t.co/bZpiKm94yl

[Lake Mills Leader @TheLMLeader]

Lake Mills Middle School 2025-26 fourth-quarter Honor Roll https://t.co/LcNZY1x5pa

[USA Fencing @USAFencing]

Episode 9 of "The Fencing Show," featuring Vet fencers Jeff Weber, Julie Seal & Jennette Starks-Faulkner, airs Saturday on CNBC.

[Library of Congress @librarycongress]

NEWS: The Library of Congress recently acquired the manuscripts, papers, photographs and sound recordings of songwriter Doc Pomus, who was responsible for such hits as “This Magic Moment,” “Viva Las Vegas,” and “Save the Last Dance for Me.”
https://t.co/weflObbb5s

[WeatherNation @WeatherNation]

🔥EXTREME RISK🔥

Fires in Utah and the Southwest could spread rapidly tomorrow as a strong trough brings gusty winds and dry air to the region.

A rare "extreme" risk has been issued, indicating fire spread rates could be too fast to stop.

More: https://t.co/BMjovXAAq9 #UTwx

[Governor Tony Evers @GovEvers]

NEW: Today, we applied for federal funding for a new passenger rail project here in Wisconsin!

After the Walker-era rail debacle, Wisconsinites deserve a passenger rail that will serve OUR communities [instead of Nigeria's]. IYKYK

[Bradenton Police Department @BradentonPD]

MISSING ENDANGERED JUVENILE (Runaway): Ta'raji Whipper, 14, left her home in the 100 block of 10th Ave Dr W around Noon on June 24, 2026. She is 5' tall, with a short afro that is styled in buns. She was last seen wearing a black shirt, white pants, and red/white/black 'Nike Dunk' sneakers.

Ta'raji has a history of leaving home. She was most recently recovered near US-41 and Moccasin Wallow Road in Palmetto. Anyone with information about her whereabouts is asked to call BPD at 941-932-9300 or email Detective Mulligan at [email protected].
Case #:2026-004574

[Manatee County Government @ManateeGov]

Our Home Recovery Program staff are coming out to the Rubonia and Palmetto area to offer in-person assistance after the typical working day! Lasting Manatee is making sure applying is stress-free across the County with this pop up application support opportunity.

📍 Location: Rubonia Community Center, 1309 72nd St E, Palmetto, FL 34221
🗓️ Date & Time: Tuesday, June 30, 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.

🧑🏻‍💻Can't Attend? Apply anytime at https://t.co/UGUw9ghpEi
🏠 Covers County Homeowners with Hurricane Damages, up to 120% AMI
🔨 Up to $250k for Repairs
🛠️ Up to $450k for Home Replacements and/or Elevation

[Kenosha News @Kenosha_News]

At its Tuesday meeting, the Kenosha Unified School Board voted to instead explore the possibility of going to referendum in April. Board members said they needed more time and community https://t.co/Gt5yLg6vXz