It's a new month, which means plenty of new content to stream on your favorite services like Hulu and Netflix. Here are some of the top new shows that you can binge-watch throughout August. Which one are you most excited to speed through on a Friday night? 



Disenchantment - August 17

If you're a fan of Matt Groening's work on The Simpsons, then you need to check out this adventurous story about an alcoholic princess and her feisty companions as they travel through a mythical world. Geared towards adults, the show captures the same irreverent, witty humor you've come to love in Groening's shows, so if you've been missing your weekly dose of animated comedy, jump in when it hits Netflix on August 17. 



The Good Place Season 2 - August 23 

Technically this show isn't "new" since it aired last fall, but this is the first time it will be available to stream on Netflix, which means plenty of people probably haven't caught up on Eleanor Shellstrop's adventures in the afterlife. Enjoy all of the dark humor and ingenious plot twists in this second season starting August 23. 



The Innocents - August 24

This twisted take on the classic tragedy of Romeo and Juliet follows June and Harry, who live in a strange supernatural world. Follow along as their secret passions force them to run away from home and June inherits a powerful gift. You might have heard Shakespeare's version of the story a thousand times, but you've never seen it told quite like this. Start streaming The Innocents on August 24. 



Ozark Season 2 - August 31 

Season one of this gripping Netflix Original show documents the life of a financial advisor who moves from Chicago to the Missouri Ozarks. Once there, Marty struggles to keep his family safe while money laundering. People have anxiously awaited season two, and starting August 31, you can find out what happens next in the lives of the Byrde family. 



Jack Ryan - August 31 

If you're a fan of John Krasinski, then you'll definitely want to check him out in this new show about CIA secrets and terrorism. Krasinski plays an analyst, Jack Ryan, who is thrust into a field assignment that places him in the middle of a terrifying kind of terrorism. It's deadly, it's smart and it's downright addictive. Tune in on Amazon Prime Video on August 31 to see Jim from the office take down some bad guys. 

July is almost over and summer is in full swing, which means there's no better time to plop down by the pool with a good book.  We've narrowed down five of the most well-reviewed books that came out over the past few weeks so that you can find your next favorite novel. Which ones will you be tossing in your beach bag? 

No One Tells You This by Glynnis MacNicol 

In this memoir, MacNicol examines her biggest hopes and fears throughout her life. The book is a reckoning with modern womanhood, and don't worry; this woman's crazy adventures and struggles will keep you entertained for hours. 

"Sharp, intimate... Unapologetic in her embrace of the ups and downs of the improvised solo life, MacNicol offers a refreshing view of the possibilities -and pitfalls- personal freedom can offer modern women. A funny, frank, and fearless memoir." - Kirkus

Eagle & Crane by Suzanne Rindell 

Picture this: two brave flyers in a circus, aka Eagle and Crane, are the stars of the show during the Depression in California. The two young men have a complicated relationship due to their family histories, and when they both meet the beautiful Ava Brooks, things get even more heated. Follow along as the book explores Japanese internment camps, a mysterious plane crash, and a truly terrible part of American history. 

“Rindell joins the ranks of popular historical fiction authors Kristin Hannah and Kate Quinn with this fast-paced, gripping novel that compellingly explores a tumultuous era of 20th-century history.” - Library Journal (starred review) 

All Your Perfects by Colleen Hoover 

Known for her poignant, heart-wrenching stories, Hoover returns to the stage with a brand new novel. This one takes a realistic look at how a married couple can move through difficult times and fight for each other when things matter. You'll be flipping through pages at lightning speed as characters Quinn and Graham struggle to repair their broken relationship. 

"What a glorious and touching read, a forever keeper. The kind of book that gets handed down." - USA Today 

The Last Time I Lied by Riley Sager 

This novel begins with a game most of us have played since we were young: Two Truths and a Lie. Four little girls played it, but three slipped out the door and were never seen again. The last remaining girl, Emma, has grown into a successful artist living in New York. When she stumbles across an opportunity to find out what really happened to her friends so many years ago, she must face lies from both the past and present.

“The author delivers the kind of unpredictable conclusion that all thriller readers crave—utterly shocking yet craftily foreshadowed.” - The New York Times Book Review

The Ruin by Dervla McTiernan 

Twenty years after he discovered a woman's body behind her home in Georgia, detective Cormac Reilly is faced with a new investigation set in the heart of Ireland. He must look into the "accidental" overdose of a mother that took place nearly two decades ago, and when he stumbles upon a hidden piece of evidence, he realizes everything is about to change.

“Compelling, unexpected twists and a hold-your-breath standoff... Hand this one to readers of Tana French and to police-procedural fans.” - Booklist 

JULY 23 

FOUND PROPERTY 

At approximately 1:46 PM, an unknown subject walked into the HPDPS lobby at 4700 Drexel Drive to drop off a ring they had found at the intersection of Bordeaux Avenue and Roland. The ring is gold in color with a cross on it and clear stones set inside the cross. No other information is known. 


JULY 25 

THEFT OF PROPERTY 

Two officers were dispatched to the HPSV to assist a security officer with a theft report. A reporting person stated that a loss prevent employee returned from lunch and found that a purse was missing from a display stand. The officers reviewed the security footage and found two black females that entered the store. One distracted an employee while the other placed the purse in a bag. They then both left without paying. The purse is valued at $2,250. 

BURGLARY OF HABITATION 

At approximately 6:30 PM, two officers were dispatched to the 4600 block of Livingston Avenue in response to a burglary of a habitation. The reporting person stated that she had entered her residence through her back alley garage at approximately 5:55 PM, and when she returned to the garage at 5:55 PM, she found that several storage cabinets and a closet had been opened. Golf clubs were missing and it appears as though one of the vehicles in the garage has been tampered with. 


JULY 26 

IDENTITY THEFT 

An officer responded to a report of an identity theft in the 4800 block of Preston Road. The reporting person stated that between April 24 of 2017 and October 26 of 2017, someone used her identity to lease an apartment in Flordia. She was only made aware of this event on July 16, 2018, when she received a collection letter from Florida Power and Light. She also received an eviction notice for the Florida property. 


JULY 27 

BURGLARY OF VEHICLE 

At 2:40 PM, an officer responded to a walk-in report at the HPDPS. The reporting person stated that he was there to file a BMV report. His plumbing company had been working on a residence in the 3700 block of Potomac Avenue when the incident occurred. Between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM on July 25, someone took several items from the truck without permission. 

THEFT OF PROPERTY 

An officer was patrolling the area when he was dispatched to Abbott Park on the report of a burglarized motor vehicle. A town employee reported that a landscaping company had been robbed of a backpack blower and string trimmer. The items were in the back of the company's truck when they were taken. No suspects were observed. 

THEFT OF PROPERTY 

At 4:09 PM, a victim told police that two packages had been stolen from the front of her residence in the 4500 block of Abbott Avenue. The packages had been delivered at approximately 2:00 PM and were missing by the time she came home at 6:00 PM. 

LOST PROPERTY REPORT 

At 6:34 PM, an officer met with a victim who stated that he had a lost a maroonish red suitcase. It has his nametag and phone number on it and most contained clothing. He lost it when he pulled many bags out of his car on a trip with his wife. He believes the suitcase may have never made it back into the car when he took other things out. 


All information provided by HPPD 

When you look for emergency medical treatment in the DFW area, your search will yield two different kinds of results scattered throughout the cities: urgent care clinics and emergency rooms. Although it's clear that the two kinds of medical facilities are different, when exactly should you be turning to each? 

In general, urgent care clinics are equipped to handle problems that are not life-threatening. These are the places to go when you have a sprained ankle, a fever, minor cuts, burns, etc. Most urgent care facilities offer extended hours and are open seven days a week, and they typically provide benefits such as: 

• Shorter wait times (usually under 30 minutes) 
• Lower costs
• Potentially no rate increases on insurance premiums
• Access to X-rays and vaccinations 
• Child-friendly environments 

On the other hand, an emergency room is the place to be when someone has sustained a serious injury or an illness that's extremely severe. If someone's symptoms have manifested quickly or traumatically, it's smart to err on the side of caution and seek out a real ER, not just an urgent care facility. They are much more equipped to handle time-sensitive issues like: 

• Poisoning, vomiting or coughing up blood 
• Severe wounds or amputations 
• Suicidal feelings 
• Chest pains, signs of stroke or shortness of breath 

If you have further questions about which type of medical facility to visit, check out this website. We'd also love for you to share your favorite urgent care centers or emergency rooms in the comments below so that others can benefit from them. 

Your family is busy on weeknights, so there's no shame in running through the occasional drive-thru and grabbing food for everyone. The problem is that if eating out becomes a habit, your food bill (and your waistline) can grow substantially. 

Try switching things up with these healthy, cheap meals you can make from the comfort of your kitchen. Each costs roughly $5 to make and will leave you feeling full and satisfied without exposing your family to fast food.

Spaghetti With Garlic, Olive Oil, and Chili Flakes 

Who says spaghetti has to be boring? When you use this recipe from PopSugar, the dish takes on a super flavorful punch, but it's still incredibly easy to make. All you need is the pasta, some garlic cloves, chili pepper flakes, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Bon appetite! 

Healthy Stuffed Peppers 

Take four medium bell peppers, slice them in half, then lay them in a nonstick baking dish. Cover them in turkey, delicious seasonings, black beans, salsa, and brown rice, then cook them according to this recipe from Sugar Free Mom. It's a simple meal to make, and each serving is low in calories but extremely filling. 

Turkey Sloppy Joes With Homemade Sauce 

Armed with some lean ground turkey, seasonings, cheese, buns, and condiments, you can whip up a batch of these bad boys for the whole family in under an hour. Using turkey instead of beef makes the meal a little healthier, and the homemade sauce is mostly comprised of ingredients you probably have in your cabinet.  

Turkey Siracha Meatballs

Want some big flavor without a big price tag? Grab some ground turkey and make a batch of these delectable meatballs. Once they're drowned in a sriracha glaze and paired with fresh rice, everyone in the family will be dying for a bite. Most of the sauce ingredients are pretty common, so you might only need to grab a few key items at your local grocery store. 

Sesame Beef Stir-Fry

The Dinner-Mom can show you how to make a delicious meal that tastes as good as takeout but that's half the price. In under 30 minutes, you and your family will be devouring tasty beef strips with a steaming plate of veggies that are covered in a soy ginger sauce. The recipe mostly just calls for spices, veggies, some brown sugar, and beef, so you shouldn't need to pick up many ingredients at the store if you have a fully-stocked kitchen. Serve the yummy mixture with some brown rice or eat it without any sides. 

Healthy Baked Chicken Tenders 

Are the kids craving some chicken fingers? Steer them towards this healthy alternative by Sarah Lipoff. All you have to do is toss some chicken with yogurt and mustard, add some seasoning, then refrigerate and bread them. Pop them in the oven at 425 degrees and you're in for a mouthwatering meal that's way better for your diet than McDonald's.