Bentonville, AR|News|
Walmart Cutting Hundreds Of Jobs In Restructuring
The retail giant's restructuring comes after it announced a declining profit outlook last week.
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Jeffrey Perkins, Patch Staff
- Houston, TX
Born in San Antonio, I was raised in Arkansas but got back to Texas as soon as I could to attend Texas A&M University, where I earned a bachelor's degree in Telecommunication Media Studies. I started my journalism career as a copy editor at The Eagle in Bryan, Texas, in 2014 and later became the high school sports beat writer for the paper.
My seven years at The Eagle strengthened my passion for journalism, and I love getting to know people and telling their stories, both on the field and off. I've seen firsthand the importance of hyper-local journalism in a community, especially in an eventful 2020, when I helped with news coverage and design in addition to my high school athletics beat responsibilities.
I joined Patch in 2021 as Texas Field Editor for the Conroe-Montgomery County area.
I welcome your questions, comments and story ideas! Please contact me at jeffrey.perkins@patch.com or (479) 264-5801.
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Across Florida, FL|News|
Florida Woman Arrested After Driving Golf Cart On Interstate: Police
The woman smelled of alcohol and was charged with disorderly intoxication and resisting an officer without violence.
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Across Alabama, AL|News|
Girl Chews Through Restraints, Escapes Kidnapping In Alabama: Sheriff
The 12-year-old girl was found walking on the road near where she was held. Police have arrested Jose Reyes, who is charged with kidnapping.
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Miami, FL|News|
Chef's Pink Sauce Went Viral On TikTok, Then Safety Questions Swirled
The latest viral sensation from TikTok has people wondering how the vibrant sauce is made and asking questions about its safety.
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Across Mississippi, MS|News|
Airbnb Removes '1830s Slave Cabin' Listing, Apologizes
The new owner of the property that garnered widespread attention on TikTok also apologized, saying he will not rent out the property.
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Miami, FL|News|
Tom Brady Contact Earns Dolphins Owner NFL Suspension
Stephen Ross was fined and suspended after Miami was found to have had impermissible contact with Tom Brady and Sean Payton.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Grand Prix Tampa Closes Permanently After 43 Years
The family fun business featuring go-karts, miniature golf and other attractions announced its closing Monday in a Facebook post.
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Across Florida, FL|News|
Nude Graduation Photo Shoot Prompts Florida A&M Investigation
A master's graduate posted a photo of her posing nude next to the HBCU's famed rattler statue Friday, prompting backlash on social media.
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Across Kentucky, KY|News|
Eastern Kentucky Flooding: How You Can Help
The Team Eastern Kentucky Flood Relief Fund has raised over $684,000 so far. Here's how to donate.
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Across Kentucky, KY|News|
Death Toll Rises To 25 In Eastern Kentucky Flooding
Deaths from the flooding are expected to rise significantly in the coming weeks, according to Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear.
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Washington DC|News|
President Biden Tests Positive For COVID-19 Again
Biden tested positive after several days of negative tests, according to the White House.
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Across Florida, FL|News|
Doodle For Google Finalists: Florida Girl Among 2022's Top 5
Sophie Araque-Liu of Martin County High School in Stuart was the national winner in grades 10-12 with her doodle titled "Not alone."
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Across Tennessee, TN|News|
Woman Found Dead Under Chairlift At Tennessee Theme Park: Report
The woman was found Thursday night at Anakeesta in Gatlinburg, according to WBIR 10 News.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Buccaneers' Ryan Jensen Injures Knee In Training Camp: Reports
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Pro Bowl center was carted off the field from a training camp practice Thursday morning.
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Nashville, TN|News|
Former NHL Star Bobby Ryan Arrested At Nashville Airport
The Olympic silver medalist was arrested on public intoxication charges, which were later dismissed, according to court records.
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Across Mississippi, MS|News|
Deadly Bacteria Found In U.S. Soil For First Time
CDC officials found the deadly bacteria in soil samples from the Mississippi coast after two people contracted melioidosis two years apart.
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Houston|News|
Missing 7-Year-Old From Spring Found Dead In Washing Machine: Police
Troy Khoeler was reported missing early Thursday and was found mid-morning by Harris County Precinct 4 deputies.
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
Georgia Girl Killed When Tree Fell On Tent In Great Smoky Mountains
The 7-year-old's family was camping when the tree fell early Wednesday morning, park officials said. No other people were injured.
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Across Tennessee, TN|News|
Girl Killed By Falling Tree At Great Smoky Mountains National Park
A 7-year-old girl from Georgia was killed early Wednesday when a maple tree fell on her family's tent, park officials say.
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Across Texas, TX|News|
These Texas Hospitals Are The State’s Best: U.S. News
One Texas hospital was named among the nation's best by U.S. News, and others received high marks on the 33rd annual Best Hospitals list.
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