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Middleton Mingle Returns May 23 for a Kick-off to Summer
Save the date: Middleton Mingle returns May 23 with games, entertainment, family fun, and summer vibes at The Stage in Downtown Middleton.
Get Ready for Zunzibar: Here's What We're Ordering First 🌴
If you have been watching Downtown Middleton take shape, here is your next one to keep […]
Middleton Rocks
is LIVE! A neighborhood treasure hunt where you paint rocks, hide them around Middleton, and track their journey as neighbors find them.
How it works:
1. Paint
a rock with any design you like -- get creative with colors, patterns, or inspirational messages. Use acrylic paint and seal it with clear coat so it survives the Florida weather.
2. Register
your rock at hellomiddleton.com/rocks to get an official MR-ID number. Write the ID and the URL on the back of your rock so finders know where to log it.
3. Hide
it somewhere fun in the neighborhood -- park benches, trail markers, playgrounds, near the town squares. Anywhere public and safe where someone might stumble upon it.
4. Find
a rock? Log your find on the site with a photo, and choose to re-hide it for the next person or keep it for yourself. Either way, you earn points!
Every rock gets its own journey page
with a QR code, a timeline showing everywhere it has been, and a photo gallery of every finder. Watch your painted rock travel across Middleton!
Earn points and badges:
-- Paint and register a rock: +10 points
-- Find a rock: +5 points
-- Re-hide a rock: +3 points
-- Upload a photo with your find: +2 bonus
-- First person to find any rock: +5 bonus
-- Find the rare Golden Rock: +50 points!
Climb the leaderboard
, collect badges like Rock Steady, Pathfinder, and Rock Legend, and build your Hello Middleton trust score while having fun outdoors with the whole family.
Ready to play?
-- Start hunting at hellomiddleton.com/rocks
-- Follow Middleton Rocks on Facebook for hints, photos, and inspiration
-- Already painted a rock? Register it now and watch it travel!
Mother's Day is May 11 — Where Are You Taking Mom?
Mother's Day is right around the corner and Middleton has no shortage of ways to celebrate. Whether you're […]
Have You Eaten at Portillo's Yet? Here's the Order Guide 🌭
If you have been anywhere near Middleton lately, you have probably passed a Portillo's. […]
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Live Square Entertainment for Monday, May 4
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Villager who drank at country club sentenced in DUI golf cart crash
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Princess Eugenie expecting third child this summer
"His Majesty The King has been informed and is delighted with the news," the Palace said on social media.
Police continue search after 'suspicious explosion'
Officers remain in the Frenchay area of Bristol where two people died in "suspicious blast" at house.
Out of control, unqualified illegal alien truckers endangering kids on US roads, insider warns: ‘Just madness’
A trucking industry insider warns about unqualified CDL holders on U.S. highways, calling sham driving school abuse and lax standards "just madness."
Three dead in suspected virus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship
The World Health Organization said one case of hantavirus infection had been confirmed, with five more suspected cases under investigation.
One injured after plane hits truck while landing in Newark
The Boeing 767, operating a flight from Venice, Italy, landed safely with no reported injuries among the 231 passengers and crew on board.
Three dead in suspected virus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship
The World Health Organization said one case of hantavirus infection had been confirmed, with five more suspected cases under investigation.
Nigeria plans to repatriate nationals willing to leave South Africa after attacks
There has been a wave of anti-migrant protests in South Africa, some of which have turned violent.
Taiwan president visits Eswatini days after blaming China for cancelled trip
It is unclear how he reached Eswatini. China described his visit as a "stowaway-style escape farce".
Cruise ship outbreak leaves 3 dead as officials delay medical evacuations and probe hantavirus threat
A suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship off West Africa has killed three people, with the WHO coordinating emergency medical evacuations.
Somali pirate and Houthi alliance targets $1T oil trade route with revived hijack tactic
Analysts warn of a Red Sea security vacuum as Somali pirates and Houthi-linked groups allegedly collaborate using new tech to hijack oil tankers.
Out of control, unqualified illegal alien truckers endangering kids on US roads, insider warns: ‘Just madness’
A trucking industry insider warns about unqualified CDL holders on U.S. highways, calling sham driving school abuse and lax standards "just madness."
Inside China’s AI ‘wolf pack’ drones built with Taiwan conflict in mind
China is developing AI-powered robotic wolf packs designed to scout and support troops in a potential Taiwan invasion, according to an Foundation for Defense of Democracies report.
UK joining Ukraine loan scheme would be good for EU ties, Starmer says
The UK is "discussing participating" in a £78bn (€90bn) European Union loan scheme to support Ukraine, the prime minister says.
Chris Mason: Elections this week set to show how politics is changing
The scale of these elections looks set to vividly expose the breadth of Labour's vulnerabilities, Chris Mason writes.
Chris Mason: Elections this week set to show how politics is changing
The scale of these elections looks set to vividly expose the breadth of Labour's vulnerabilities, Chris Mason writes.
Nicolas Sauvage is betting on the boring parts of AI
The portfolio he has assembled since 2019 is dotted with technologies that have become more widely interesting to VCs over the last year:
We’ll take it: a TikToker rallies pledges to buy Spirit Airlines after its abrupt weekend collapse
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‘This is fine’ creator says AI startup stole his art
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United Arab Emirates plans AI-run government within two years
The UAE says it plans to deploy agentic AI across 50% of government operations in two years, making one of the most aggressive moves in the global AI race.
In Harvard study, AI offered more accurate emergency room diagnoses than two human doctors
A new study examines how large language models perform in a variety of medical contexts, including real emergency room cases — where at least one model seemed to be more...
Pine marten kit receives round-the-clock care after siblings died
The kit was rescued from a bin in Wales and is now being looked after at Vale Wildlife Hospital.
'Sacrifice zones' around critical mineral mines are rife with pollution, child workers and birth defects
The race to mine critical minerals for AI and clean energy is creating 'sacrifice zones' that harm water and health of world's poor.
The Eta Aquariid meteor shower peaks this week: How to see 'shooting stars' dropped by Halley's Comet
The Eta Aquariids will peak May 5-6, with debris from Halley's Comet creating swift meteors, though bright moonlight will make them harder to see.
Scientists detect an enormous halo around the iconic Sombrero Galaxy — Space photo of the week
The 570-megapixel Dark Energy Camera in Chile has captured an extended halo and a dust-filled disk around the hat-shaped Sombrero Galaxy.
Did Japan have female samurai?
The samurai are renowned as skilled warriors, but were any of them women?
Yankees option Anthony Volpe to Triple-A as Jose Caballero continues to thrive at shortstop
The New York Yankees optioned shortstop Anthony Volpe to Triple-A after his rehab assignment ends, with Jose Caballero excelling in his absence.
Mets' Carlos Mendoza lets another controversial call stand after saying team missed challenge in Saturday loss
A ball stuck in Nolan Schanuel's glove led to a bizarre glove flip and a controversial out call on Juan Soto in the Angels-Mets matchup on Sunday.
Christian Gonzalez backs Mike Vrabel over Dianna Russini controversy: 'I ride behind Vrabes any time'
Patriots star Christian Gonzalez backed coach Mike Vrabel amid controversy, saying he rides behind his coach any time of the day as the team focuses on football.
Joel Embiid begs Sixers fans not to sell tickets to Knicks fans ahead of playoff matchup: 'We need you'
Joel Embiid pleaded with 76ers fans to stop selling NBA Playoffs tickets to New York Knicks fans, saying their support in Philadelphia is "bigger than you."
Ozzie Albies' career numbers against Kyle Freeland make him the key player prop in Braves-Rockies clash
Sunday MLB betting analysis breaks down the Braves vs Rockies matchup featuring Spencer Strider's 2025 season debut on the mound for Atlanta.
'Yellowstone’ fans ‘about to pass out’ over ‘Dutton Ranch’ trailer as Beth and Rip return
Yellowstone spinoff Dutton Ranch sparks massive fan excitement as the new trailer teases Beth and Rip's dangerous fresh start in South Texas.
Supermodel slams GLP-1 trend, says weight loss shots are a 'smack in the face' to body positivity movement
Ashley Graham calls the rise of GLP-1 weight loss shots disheartening as she vows to continue advocating for plus-size women and body acceptance.
Nina Dobrev stuns in daring mesh gown during New York City outing
Nina Dobrev wowed in a bold mesh gown with red details in NYC, pairing it with stiletto heels and a red handbag for a striking street style moment.
Santana lead vocalist dead at 79
Alex Ligertwood, lead singer and songwriter for Santana known for hits like "Winning" and "You Know That I Love You," died in Los Angeles. He was 79.
Ellen Burstyn on the habits she gave up to stay thriving at 93 years old
At 93, Ellen Burstyn shares her longevity secrets on Rob Lowe's podcast, crediting a plant-based diet, exercise, and giving up alcohol, smoking cigarettes and marjuana.
Trump says US to 'guide' stranded ships through Strait of Hormuz
More than 100 aircraft and 15,000 personnel will be part of the operation due to start on Monday, the US military says.
'I had to pay £14k after my cat was run over'
People with and without pet insurance are facing large bills when their animals get sick or injured.
What an empty car park tells us about the UK's debt problem
The BBC has been speaking to people living in one of England's poorest communities.
Samsung family pays off record $8bn inheritance tax bill
The bill is tied to the estate left by the firm's late chairman Lee Kun-hee, who died in October 2020.
GameStop makes $55.5bn takeover offer for eBay
GameStop's boss Ryan Cohen says he sees potential to make eBay a much bigger rival to Amazon.
