Wednesday was filled with glory for Team USA at the track, and Thursday marked the first gold medal in track and field at the Tokyo Olympics for U.S. men. Ryan Crouser set an Olympic record in winning the men’s shot put, with teammate Joe Kovacs taking silver. https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/olympics/2021/08/04/olympics-2021-live-updates-team-usa-uswnt-track-and-field/5489783001/
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Cicadas may be gone, but here come itch mites causing mysterious bites in the DC region
The Washington, D.C. region is no longer a primary home to cicadas, but now it’s been introduced to a new insect that is just as annoying. But these don’t rattle and shriek. They bite. https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2021/08/03/pyemotes-oak-tree-itch-mites-cicada-washington-dc-region/5478360001/
Toxic invasive poison hemlock is spreading into US parks and backyard gardens
A toxic invasive species that can be deadly if eaten is spreading, wrecking havoc across parks, flower beds and backyard gardens. https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2021/08/03/poison-hemlock-us-parks-gardens-beware-toxic-plant/5465780001/
Jay Pickett, ‘General Hospital’ star, dies filming movie in Idaho: ‘Ride like the wind, partner’
Jay Pickett, the ruggedly handsome actor who appeared in daytime dramas including “General Hospital,” “Days of Our Lives” and “Port Charles,” died July 30 on an Idaho movie set filming “Treasure Valley.” He was 60. https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2021/08/01/jay-pickett-general-hospital-treasure-valley-actor-dies-on-movie-set/5449527001/
End of eviction moratorium, extreme heat, Olympic stars: 5 things to know this weekend
The eviction freeze expires Saturday after the House failed to pass a bill that would have extended it. The moratorium was put in place last September by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to protect Americans who have fallen behind on their rent during the coronavirus pandemic. https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/2021/07/31/eviction-moratorium-end-olympic-stars-5-things-know-weekend/5401681001/