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UK government determines transaction poses no risk to UK's national security
CARLSBAD, Calif., and LONDON, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat Inc., (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global communications company, and Inmarsat, a leading provider of global mobile satellite communications services, today announced the receipt of approval of the proposed combination of their businesses by the UK Government under the National Security & Investment Act.
The Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has announced that the transaction does not pose a risk to the UK's national security.
In March 2022, the companies committed to economic undertakings with BEIS, which underlined their pledge to strengthen and advance the UK's National Space Strategy. The economic undertakings include an expansion in the number of highly skilled jobs in key areas and a 30% increase in overall research and development spending in the UK.
Mark Dankberg, Executive Chairman and CEO of Viasat, said: "The combination of Viasat and Inmarsat creates a leading global communications innovator with enhanced scale and scope to affordably, securely and reliably connect the world. The UK Government's clearance of Viasat's proposed acquisition of Inmarsat under the National Security and Investment Act is another important step forward on the road to closing the deal, and we would like to thank the UK Government for their close collaboration throughout the process.
"Viasat has been a trusted partner of the UK's defence and national security communities for more than a decade, including in the provision of its market-leading encryption products. The combined company, whose global international business headquarters will be situated in the UK, will build upon the strong UK relationships that Viasat and Inmarsat already enjoy and allow us to deepen our contribution to the UK's National Space Strategy."
Rajeev Suri, Inmarsat CEO, added: "Inmarsat is proud of our decades of close work with the UK government. Today's approval brings us closer to delivering the new jobs and investment to the UK that have been committed by both Inmarsat and Viasat. Together, we will be well-positioned to compete in a robust market that has both well-funded new entrants and other industry players in the process of consolidating."
This press release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to the safe harbors created under the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements include statements that refer to the undertakings with the UK Government's Department for BEIS as part of the proposed combination of Viasat and Inmarsat, and the features and benefits of such combination. Readers are cautioned that actual results could differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ include: risks and uncertainties related to the transaction, including the failure to obtain, or delays in obtaining, required regulatory approvals or clearances; the risk that any such approval may result in the imposition of conditions that could adversely affect Viasat, the combined company or the expected benefits of the transaction; the failure to satisfy any of the closing conditions to the transaction on a timely basis or at all; any adverse impact on the business of Viasat or Inmarsat as a result of uncertainty surrounding the transaction; the nature, cost and outcome of any legal proceedings related to the transaction; the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstances that could give rise to the termination of the definitive agreement for the transaction, including in circumstances requiring Viasat to pay a termination fee; the risk that Viasat's stock price may decline significantly if the transaction is not consummated; the failure to obtain the necessary debt financing arrangements set forth in the commitment letters received in connection with the transaction; risks that the transaction disrupts current plans and operations or diverts management's attention from its ongoing business; the effect of the announcement of the transaction on the ability of Viasat to retain and hire key personnel and maintain relationships with its customers, suppliers and others with whom it does business; the ability of Viasat to successfully integrate Inmarsat operations, technologies and employees; the ability to realize anticipated benefits and synergies of the transaction, including the expectation of enhancements to Viasat's products and services, greater revenue or growth opportunities, operating efficiencies and cost savings; the ability to ensure continued performance and market growth of the combined company's business; changes in the global business environment and economic conditions; the availability and cost of credit; risks associated with the construction, launch and operation of satellites, including the effect of any anomaly, operational failure or degradation in satellite performance; Viasat's or the combined company's ability to successfully develop, introduce and sell new technologies, products and services; changes in relationships with key customers, suppliers, distributors, resellers and others as a result of the transaction or otherwise; Viasat's and Inmarsat's reliance on a limited number of third parties to manufacture and supply their respective products; the risk of litigation or regulatory actions to Viasat and/or Inmarsat; inability to retain key personnel; the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Viasat's or Inmarsat's business, suppliers, consumers, customers, and employees or the overall economy; Viasat's and the combined company's level of indebtedness and ability to comply with applicable debt covenants; and other factors affecting the communications industry generally. In addition, please refer to the risk factors contained in Viasat's SEC filings available at www.sec.gov, including Viasat's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, and the definitive proxy statement filed in connection with the transaction, and such reports that are subsequently filed with the SEC. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made. Viasat undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements for any reason.
Viasat is a global communications company that believes everyone and everything in the world can be connected. For over 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the world communicate. Today, the Company is developing the ultimate global communications network to power high-quality, secure, affordable, fast connections to impact people's lives anywhere they are—on the ground, in the air or at sea. To learn more about Viasat, visit: www.viasat.com, go to Viasat's Corporate Blog, or follow the Company on social media at: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter or YouTube.
Inmarsat delivers world leading, innovative, advanced and exceptionally reliable global, mobile communications across the world – in the air, at sea and on land - that are enabling a new generation of commercial, government and mission-critical services. Inmarsat is powering the digitalisation of the maritime industry, making operations more efficient and safer than ever before. It is driving a new era of inflight passenger services for aviation, while ensuring that aircraft can fly with maximum efficiency and safety. Furthermore, Inmarsat is enabling the rapid expansion of the Internet of Things (IoT) and enabling the next wave of world-changing technologies that will underpin the connected society and help build a sustainable future. And now Inmarsat is developing the first-of-its-kind, multi-dimensional communications network of the future, ORCHESTRA. In November 2021, Inmarsat and Viasat announced the planned combination of the two companies, to create a new leader in global communications. The deal is scheduled to close in the second half of 2022.
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The new brand and visual identity exemplify the firm's long-standing commitment to international investors and highlight the investment team's dedication and focus on creating innovative investment solutions since 1999.
NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InterVest Capital Partners, formerly known as Wafra Capital Partners, a leading investment manager in structured finance verticals and a pioneer of Sharia-compliant investment products, announced a major rebrand today.
InterVest Capital Partners, previously the Structured Finance and Business Development Divisions of Wafra, Inc. ("WAFRA"), commenced operations on January 1, 2012, as a separate operating entity and U.S. registered investment adviser under the name Wafra Capital Partners. The rebrand brings forth a differentiated identity, distinct from its former affiliate (Wafra Inc.).
"Our new brand represents an opportunity to showcase InterVest Capital Partners' unique business model in terms of how we invest personal capital into the firm and into our portfolio companies," said Bob Toan, Executive Chairman of InterVest Capital Partners. "We always want to maximize alignment for all of our stakeholders."
"The new brand is a major milestone in our firm's journey, embodying our core values as an organization," added Michael Gontar, CEO of InterVest Capital Partners. "InterVest Capital Partners is a committed partner in every sense of the word. Our investors always come first, which is clearly demonstrated by our 20+ year track record."
InterVest Capital Partners will continue to serve its Leasing and Finance Program, having established over 120 vehicles with committed capital exceeding USD15 billion since 1999. The team has been recognized on multiple occasions by Euromoney Magazine as Best Islamic Leasing House.
InterVest Capital Partners Descriptor
InterVest Capital Partners® is an SEC registered investment adviser based in New York, focused on asset-based lending, leasing and other structured finance verticals. Prior to January 1, 2012, the InterVest Capital Partners Investment Team was part of the Structured Finance and Business Development Division of Wafra Investment Advisory Group ("WIAG"). WIAG has subsequently changed its name to Wafra Inc.
Since 1999, the firm's Leasing and Finance Program has established over 120 funds with committed capital exceeding USD15 billion. To date, all asset-based and structured finance funds have distributed their target current yield and have achieved their target returns to investors. Since 2004, the firm has managed seven international real estate funds, a real estate debt fund and a global real estate securities fund, and co-managed over 18 multi-family and office real estate transactions. For more information about InterVest Capital Partners, please visit www.intervest.com.
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Very few bands can boast the wide-ranging influence of Roxy Music.
Over the course of eight studio albums, delivered during an 11-year period, the U.K. act created a body of work that would touch and inspire basically every corner of the pop music universe – from punk, college rock and indie-pop to funk, new wave and hip-hop.
There is no definitive “Roxy Music sound,” but more so an attitude – and certainly a stylistic flare – that seems to unite all of the band’s work.
Fans were thrilled earlier this year when Roxy Music announced it was reuniting to mount its first tour since 2011, featuring founding members Bryan Ferry, Andy Mackay, Phil Manzanera and Paul Thompson.
Here are our picks for the top 25 Roxy Music songs of all time.
1. “If There Is Something”
Track three of Roxy Music’s self-titled debut from 1972 is as miraculous as any 6-minutes-and-34- second stretch in pop music history, dramatically detailing – in ever-escalating beauty and intensity – the complete storyline of a long-term romantic relationship. The song is broken up into three distinct parts, each boosting a completely different sound and feel.
2. “Avalon”
“More Than This” is the best-known cut from 1982’s “Avalon,” the band’s eighth studio effort as well as its most thoroughly transcendent album. Yet, the title track is the one that truly delivers the magic, carrying listeners off to another time and place – one that seems to exist at the intersection of timeless and fleeting – through a mix of synth, soul and Ferry’s undeniable cool factor.
3. “Mother of Pearl”
Would there be life after Brian Eno left Roxy Music? This nearly seven-minute cut greatly underscored that the group had the power to be just as imaginative, experimental and, without a doubt, impactful in the post-Eno years. And apparently Eno agreed, given that he’s been quoted as saying that the parent album – 1973’s “Stranded” – was his favorite Roxy record.
4. “Out of the Blue”
It’s a really solid song for the first three minutes and change, but then prog-rock hero Eddie Jobson steps up and takes this standout cut from 1974’s “Country Life” into the stratosphere with the soaring work on his famed see-through Plexiglas electric violin.
5. “Ladytron”
The song is intriguingly cold and distant at the start, yet then changes its stripes and reels the listener in completely. It ends as a showcase for Manzanera, who used this 1972 “Roxy Music” recording to announce to a then-unsuspecting listening world that there was a new guitar hero in London Town.
6. “In Every Dream Home a Heartache”
This would surely top many fans’ lists as the best-ever Roxy Music cut. And it’s easy to understand why, as the number from 1973’s “For Your Pleasure” touches upon so many of the band’s trademarks – it’s exotic, experimental, rich in drama, utilizes wildly ambitious musical arrangements and instrumentation, yet still feels cohesive.
7. “Re-Make/Re-Model”
It’s hard to even imagine what it must have been like to originally drop the needle on track 1 of “Roxy Music” back in 1972 and hear such a whirling cacophony of defiantly avant-garde sounds. It’s also hard to imagine a more appropriate introduction to the band.
8. “Jealous Guy”
Roxy Music scored its sole No. 1 single with this emotional rendition of the John Lennon classic, recorded and released just two months after the Beatle great died.
9. “To Turn You On”
The B-side to “Jealous Guy” was just as striking, as Ferry delivered some of the most romantic crooning of his career on this track that ended up making it onto “Avalon.”
10. “Editions of You”
The band steps on the gas and goes with this “For Your Pleasure” track, delivering a full-tilt rocker that particularly benefits from Thompson’s mighty drum work and Mackay’s honking saxophone.
11. “Love Is the Drug”
Roxy’s fifth studio album, 1975’s “Siren,” opens with the band’s best dance-music number, featuring a groovy bassline for the ages from John Gustafson.
12. “Virginia Plain”
The group’s debut single – which wasn’t included on the original “Roxy Music,” but did make later pressings of the album – is a heady art-pop number that manages to highlight everyone in the band in just under 3 minutes.
13. “The Thrill of It All”
Each of Roxy’s first five albums kicks off in incredibly strong fashion. This particular powerhouse – hailing from “Country Life” – certainly lives up it to its title, in large part due to Manzanera’s fiery fret work.
14. “A Song for Europe”
A work of great sorrow and longing from “Stranded,” where we find out that Ferry sounds just as mesmerizing singing in Latin and French as he does in English.
15. “Angel Eyes”
Roxy Music returns from a nearly 4-year recording hiatus with a sleek, sophisticated new sound – combining elements of pop, disco, soul and new wave – which was wonderfully showcased on this single from 1979’s “Manifesto.”
16. “Do the Strand”
Yet another brilliant opener, this time kick-starting “For Your Pleasure,” “Do the Strand” delivers a decidedly glam-rock twist on the dance-craze-style numbers that lit up the charts in the early ‘60s.
17. “Both Ends Burning”
One of Roxy’s best full-tilt rockers, this “Siren” cut is a five-minute-plus adrenaline rush that climaxes with some of Manzanera’s finest work.
18. “Running Wild”
The first – and really only – “deep cut” to make the list, this overlooked gem brings 1980’s “Flesh and Blood” to a close in glorious lovesick fashion with Ferry’s aching vocals, Mackay’s hovering sax and yet more of that Manzanera mojo.
19. “Oh Yeah”
It’s a bit staggering to think that the band behind the avant-garde “Re-Make/Re-Model” would also deliver this dreamy slice of soft-rock goodness on “Flesh and Blood.”
20. “More Than This”
The well-crafted beauty from “Avalon” has become Roxy’s one undeniable pop standard over the years, having been covered by everyone from 10,000 Maniacs to Bill Murray (in the Sofia Coppola film “Lost in Translation”).
21. “Street Life”
Ferry sounds like he’s in the midst of crossing a buzzing 20-lane highway – on foot – as his words fight for space amid a wild assortment of synth, sax, recordings of real street noise and other sounds during track 1 from “Stranded.”
22. “All I Want Is You”
The “Country Life” cut is as muscular a rocker as any in the Roxy songbook, propelled throughout by Thompson’s thundering beats and highlighted by Manzanera’s blistering guitar lead in the bridge.
23. “Spin Me Round”
This “Manifesto” offering is one of Roxy’s most heartbreaking songs, painting a picture of a person standing in a now-empty ballroom, amid fallen roses and bittersweet memories, and coming to terms with their new reality.
24. “While My Heart Is Still Beating”
It’s softly sweeping and cinematic, with a blurry and hushed vocal delivery from Ferry enticing us to step further into the world of “Avalon.”
25. “Dance Away”
We could’ve gone a lot of different directions with our final selection, yet none made more sense than including this wonderfully weary, yet entirely danceable disco-era nugget from “Manifesto.” | https://www.wyomingnews.com/features/top-25-roxy-music-songs-of-all-time/article_7dda9f0e-352b-11ed-9876-2b24359a4cf1.html | 2022-09-16T12:19:30Z | wyomingnews.com | control | https://www.wyomingnews.com/features/top-25-roxy-music-songs-of-all-time/article_7dda9f0e-352b-11ed-9876-2b24359a4cf1.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
FRIDAY
Albany County CattleWomen meet: 11:30 a.m., location tbd. Visit wyaccw.com in the week before the meeting for location and more information.
Open loom hours at University of Wyoming Art Museum: 3-5 p.m., 2111 Willett Drive. Free to participate.
Toys for Tots collection at War Memorial Stadium: Beginning at 4 p.m., Gates 1, 3, 4 and 6 at War Memorial Stadium prior to kickoff of the UW vs. Air Force football game. All donations remain in Albany County.
SATURDAY
Walk to End Alzheimer’s: 9 a.m., Optimist Park, with music and food following the walk.
Higher Ground Fair: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site in Laramie. A celebration of the six Rocky Mountain states and the native first nations that also call the region home. Proceeds from ticket sales (kids admitted free) help support Feeding Laramie Valley. Fore more information or to volunteer, call 307-223-4300 or email info@highergroundfair.org.
Public art opening for work at I-80 underpass: 10-11:30 a.m., at the Greenbelt Trail. Artist Cheryl Hochberg will unveil her new relief print mural. All are invited.
SUNDAY
Higher Ground Fair: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site in Laramie. A celebration of the six Rocky Mountain states and the native first nations that also call the region home. Proceeds from ticket sales (kids admitted free) help support Feeding Laramie Valley. Fore more information or to volunteer, call 307-223-4300 or email info@highergroundfair.org.
Walk with a Doc: 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Washington Park west shelter No. 3. Bring walking shoes and a friend. For more information, email questions@ivinsonhospital.org.
Public art reception for Jodie Herrera: 3-4:30 p.m., behind 307 S. 2nd St. Artist Jodie Herrera will celebrate her work, which is the first public mural celebrating Lantinx heritage in Laramie. All are invited.
UW Faculty Recital Series free performance: 3 p.m., Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts recital hall. This free performance features Nicole Riner on flute and Chi-Chen Wu on piano.
Laramie Connections free Meet and Eat dinner and faith gathering: 4:30 p.m., First Baptist Church, 1517 E. Canby St.
Al-Anon Family Group meets: 6:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian church, 215 S. 11th St. For relatives and friends of alcoholics. For information, call Jane at 307-760-4683 or Mark at 307-760-4716.
MONDAY
Alcoholics Anonymous meets: Daily at various times in person or on Zoom. For more information, call 307-399-0590 or visit area76aawyoming.org or aa.org.
Veterans service office hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Veterans Service Center at the UW Student Union, 1000 E. University Ave.
Survivors of Suicide Support Group: Meets from 5:30-6:45 p.m. at Hospice of Laramie House, 1754 Centennial Drive.
Progressive Voter Alliance sponsors Community Night: 7 p.m., at the Unitarian Church, 1402 Gibbon St. All are invited and will get three minutes to share their stories as well as outline needs for donations and/or volunteers for local efforts.
TUESDAY
Prayers & Squares Quilting Group meets: 9 a.m., Room 1 of Hunter Hall at St. Matthews Cathedral.
Albany County Historical Society meets: 7 p.m., Alice Hardie Stevens Center, 603 E. Ivinson Ave. Dave Hammond, longtime surveyor in Albany County, will speak on the history of land surveying in the region, including the surveys that created the Wyoming/Colorado state line and the military reservation called Fort Buford. Refreshments will be served.
WEDNESDAY
Laramie Tai Chi and Tea meets: 1:30 p.m. outdoors at Harbon Park, North 14th and Gibbon streets. For more information, visit visit laramietaichiandtea.org.
Open loom hours at University of Wyoming Art Museum: 4-6 p.m., 2111 Willett Drive. Free to participate.
Ivinson’s women’s health team hosts prenatal education: 5:30 p.m. in the Summit conference room. For more information and registration, visit ivinsonhospital.org/childbirth.
THURSDAY
Caregivers for loved ones with Alzheimer’s/dementia: 3 p.m., meet for coffee, pie, understanding and comradeship at Perkins Restaurant & Bakery, 204 S. 30th St. For more information, call 307-745-6451.
Al-Anon Family Group meets: 5:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian church, 215 S. 11th St. For relatives and friends of alcoholics. For information, call Jane at 307-760-4683 or Mark at 307-760-4716.
Open house for Laramie Police Department chief finalists: 6-7:30 p.m., Laramie Municipal Operations Center, 4373 N. 3rd st.
Fly fishing rod building for veterans: 7-9 p.m., Laramie Chamber Business Alliance office, 528 S. Adams St. For more information, call 307-745-4429 or 307-399-1801.
”Expect the Unexpected” with UW Symphony: 7:30 p.m., Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts. The season opening performance for the symphony. For tickets, call 307-766-6666.
Sept. 23
Friends of the Albany County Public Library Fall Book Sale: 2:30-5:30 p.m., 310 S. 8th St., members only for this first night. Memberships may be bought or renewed at the library circulation desk or by visiting friends.acplwy.org.
WYOpen Stages presents staged reading of “Coop: The Lesbian Chicken Play”: 7:30 p.m., Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts Thrust Theatre. Tickets are $5 and available at tix.com/ticket-sales/uwyo/6984, or call 307-766-6666.
Sept. 24
Friends of the Albany County Public Library Fall Book Sale: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., 310 S. 8th St., all welcome. Memberships may be bought or renewed at the library circulation desk or by visiting friends.acplwy.org.
WYOpen Stages presents staged reading of “Coop: The Lesbian Chicken Play”: 7:30 p.m., Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts Thrust Theatre. Tickets are $5 and available at tix.com/ticket-sales/uwyo/6984, or call 307-766-6666.
Sept. 25
Friends of the Albany County Public Library Fall Book Sale: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., 310 S. 8th St., all welcome. Memberships may be bought or renewed at the library circulation desk or by visiting friends.acplwy.org.
UW Faculty Recital Series presents oboist Jennier Stucki: 3 p.m., Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts recital hall. Free to attend.
Laramie Connections free Meet and Eat dinner and faith gathering: 4:30 p.m., First Baptist Church, 1517 E. Canby St.
Al-Anon Family Group meets: 6:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian church, 215 S. 11th St. For relatives and friends of alcoholics. For information, call Jane at 307-760-4683 or Mark at 307-760-4716.
Sept. 26
Friends of the Albany County Public Library Fall Book Sale: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., 310 S. 8th St., 50% off day. All welcome. Memberships may be bought or renewed at the library circulation desk or by visiting friends.acplwy.org.
Alcoholics Anonymous meets: Daily at various times in person or on Zoom. For more information, call 307-399-0590 or visit area76aawyoming.org or aa.org.
Survivors of Suicide Support Group: Meets from 5:30-6:45 p.m. at Hospice of Laramie House, 1754 Centennial Drive.
America Sewing Guild Laramie Chapter meets: 7 p.m., United Methodist Church, 1215 E. Gibbon St.
Sept. 27
Prayers & Squares Quilting Group meets: 9 a.m., Room 1 of Hunter Hall at St. Matthews Cathedral.
Sept. 28
Laramie Tai Chi and Tea meets: 1:30 p.m. outdoors at Harbon Park, North 14th and Gibbon streets. For more information, visit visit laramietaichiandtea.org.
Open loom hours at University of Wyoming Art Museum: 3-5 p.m., 2111 Willett Drive. Free to participate.
Sept. 29
Caregivers for loved ones with Alzheimer’s/dementia: 3 p.m., meet for coffee, pie, understanding and comradeship at Perkins Restaurant & Bakery, 204 S. 30th St. For more information, call 307-745-6451.
Al-Anon Family Group meets: 5:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian church, 215 S. 11th St. For relatives and friends of alcoholics. For information, call Jane at 307-760-4683 or Mark at 307-760-4716.
Fly fishing rod building for veterans: 7-9 p.m., Laramie Chamber Business Alliance office, 528 S. Adams St. For more information, call 307-745-4429 or 307-399-1801.
Sept. 30
Downtown Laramie Farmers Market: 3-7 p.m., parking lot north of Depot Park on South 1st Street.
Bestselling author Kali Fajardo-Anstine at library: 6-9 p.m., Albany County Public Library, 310 S. 8th St.
UW Music presents Duo Cintemani: 7:30 p.m., Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts recital hall. This free performance features a critically acclaimed flute-guitar group.
Oct. 2
Walk with a Doc: 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Washington Park west shelter No. 3. Bring walking shoes and a friend. For more information, email questions@ivinsonhospital.org.
Laramie Connections free Meet and Eat dinner and faith gathering: 4:30 p.m., First Baptist Church, 1517 E. Canby St.
Al-Anon Family Group meets: 6:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian church, 215 S. 11th St. For relatives and friends of alcoholics. For information, call Jane at 307-760-4683 or Mark at 307-760-4716.
Oct. 3
Alcoholics Anonymous meets: Daily at various times in person or on Zoom. For more information, call 307-399-0590 or visit area76aawyoming.org or aa.org.
Veterans service office hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Veterans Service Center at the UW Student Union, 1000 E. University Ave.
Survivors of Suicide Support Group: Meets from 5:30-6:45 p.m. at Hospice of Laramie House, 1754 Centennial Drive.
Oct. 4
Prayers & Squares Quilting Group meets: 9 a.m., Room 1 of Hunter Hall at St. Matthews Cathedral.
Oct. 5
Laramie Tai Chi and Tea meets: 1:30 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 1215 Gibbon St. For more information, visit visit laramietaichiandtea.org.
Ivinson’s women’s health team hosts prenatal education: 5:30 p.m. in the Summit conference room. For more information and registration, visit ivinsonhospital.org/childbirth.
Casper Aquifer Protection Draft Plan public comment: 6-8 p.m., in-person at Laramie Municipal Operations Center at 4373 N. 3rd St. and online at Zoom; meeting ID: 85445790677, passcode: 626454.
Oct. 6
Caregivers for loved ones with Alzheimer’s/dementia: 3 p.m., meet for coffee, pie, understanding and comradeship at Perkins Restaurant & Bakery, 204 S. 30th St. For more information, call 307-745-6451.
Al-Anon Family Group meets: 5:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian church, 215 S. 11th St. For relatives and friends of alcoholics. For information, call Jane at 307-760-4683 or Mark at 307-760-4716.
Diabetes Support Group meets: 5:30-6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Email questions@ivinsosnhospital.org for the link.
Fly fishing rod building for veterans: 7-9 p.m., Laramie Chamber Business Alliance office, 528 S. Adams St. For more information, call 307-745-4429 or 307-399-1801.
Oct. 8
12th annual Kids Pumpkin Walk: Noon to 4 p.m., Wyoming Territorial Prison State Historic Site. A fun family event featuring outdoor activities, indoor games, education, candy, treats and plenty of pumpkins. Cost is $4 for adults, 17 and younger admitted free.
Oct. 9
Laramie Connections free Meet and Eat dinner and faith gathering: 4:30 p.m., First Baptist Church, 1517 E. Canby St.
Al-Anon Family Group meets: 6:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian church, 215 S. 11th St. For relatives and friends of alcoholics. For information, call Jane at 307-760-4683 or Mark at 307-760-4716.
Oct. 10
Alcoholics Anonymous meets: Daily at various times in person or on Zoom. For more information, call 307-399-0590 or visit area76aawyoming.org or aa.org.
Veterans service office hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Veterans Service Center at the UW Student Union, 1000 E. University Ave.
Survivors of Suicide Support Group: Meets from 5:30-6:45 p.m. at Hospice of Laramie House, 1754 Centennial Drive.
Oct. 11
Prayers & Squares Quilting Group meets: 9 a.m., Room 1 of Hunter Hall at St. Matthews Cathedral.
Albany County Republican Party meets: 6 p.m., Albany County Public Library.
Bras with a Cause: 6 p.m., Roxie’s on Grand, 221 E. Grand Ave. For tickets, information or to decorate a bra, visit wyomingbreastcancer.org.
Oct. 12
Laramie Tai Chi and Tea meets: 1:30 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 1215 Gibbon St. For more information, visit visit laramietaichiandtea.org.
Ivinson’s women’s health team hosts prenatal education: 5:30 p.m. in the Summit conference room. For more information and registration, visit ivinsonhospital.org/childbirth.
Oct. 13
Caregivers for loved ones with Alzheimer’s/dementia: 3 p.m., meet for coffee, pie, understanding and comradeship at Perkins Restaurant & Bakery, 204 S. 30th St. For more information, call 307-745-6451.
Al-Anon Family Group meets: 5:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian church, 215 S. 11th St. For relatives and friends of alcoholics. For information, call Jane at 307-760-4683 or Mark at 307-760-4716.
Fly fishing rod building for veterans: 7-9 p.m., Laramie Chamber Business Alliance office, 528 S. Adams St. For more information, call 307-745-4429 or 307-399-1801.
Oct. 16
Walk with a Doc: 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Washington Park west shelter No. 3. Bring walking shoes and a friend. For more information, email questions@ivinsonhospital.org.
Laramie Connections free Meet and Eat dinner and faith gathering: 4:30 p.m., First Baptist Church, 1517 E. Canby St.
Albany County Historic Preservation Board meets: 6 p.m. the second Monday of the month via Microsoft Teams. To attend and receive an invite, email a request to kcbard@charter.net.
Al-Anon Family Group meets: 6:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian church, 215 S. 11th St. For relatives and friends of alcoholics. For information, call Jane at 307-760-4683 or Mark at 307-760-4716.
Oct. 17
Alcoholics Anonymous meets: Daily at various times in person or on Zoom. For more information, call 307-399-0590 or visit area76aawyoming.org or aa.org.
Veterans service office hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Veterans Service Center at the UW Student Union, 1000 E. University Ave.
Survivors of Suicide Support Group: Meets from 5:30-6:45 p.m. at Hospice of Laramie House, 1754 Centennial Drive.
Progressive Voter Alliance sponsors Candidate Night: 7 p.m., at the Unitarian Church, 1402 Gibbon St. All are invited and will get three minutes to share their stories.
Oct. 18
Prayers & Squares Quilting Group meets: 9 a.m., Room 1 of Hunter Hall at St. Matthews Cathedral.
Oct. 19
Laramie Tai Chi and Tea meets: 1:30 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 1215 Gibbon St. For more information, visit visit laramietaichiandtea.org.
Ivinson’s women’s health team hosts prenatal education: 5:30 p.m. in the Summit conference room. For more information and registration, visit ivinsonhospital.org/childbirth.
Oct. 20
Caregivers for loved ones with Alzheimer’s/dementia: 3 p.m., meet for coffee, pie, understanding and comradeship at Perkins Restaurant & Bakery, 204 S. 30th St. For more information, call 307-745-6451.
Al-Anon Family Group meets: 5:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian church, 215 S. 11th St. For relatives and friends of alcoholics. For information, call Jane at 307-760-4683 or Mark at 307-760-4716.
Fly fishing rod building for veterans: 7-9 p.m., Laramie Chamber Business Alliance office, 528 S. Adams St. For more information, call 307-745-4429 or 307-399-1801.
Oct. 21
Albany County CattleWomen meet: 11:30 a.m., location tbd. Visit wyaccw.com in the week before the meeting for location and more information.
Oct. 22
Laramie Foster Closet Fall Fest: Noon to 5 p.m., Albany County Fairgrounds.
Oct. 23
Laramie Connections free Meet and Eat dinner and faith gathering: 4:30 p.m., First Baptist Church, 1517 E. Canby St.
Al-Anon Family Group meets: 6:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian church, 215 S. 11th St. For relatives and friends of alcoholics. For information, call Jane at 307-760-4683 or Mark at 307-760-4716.
Oct. 24
Alcoholics Anonymous meets: Daily at various times in person or on Zoom. For more information, call 307-399-0590 or visit area76aawyoming.org or aa.org.
Veterans service office hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Veterans Service Center at the UW Student Union, 1000 E. University Ave.
Survivors of Suicide Support Group: Meets from 5:30-6:45 p.m. at Hospice of Laramie House, 1754 Centennial Drive.
America Sewing Guild Laramie Chapter meets: 7 p.m., United Methodist Church, 1215 E. Gibbon St.
Oct. 25
Prayers & Squares Quilting Group meets: 9 a.m., Room 1 of Hunter Hall at St. Matthews Cathedral.
Oct. 26
Laramie Tai Chi and Tea meets: 1:30 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 1215 Gibbon St. For more information, visit visit laramietaichiandtea.org.
Oct. 27
Caregivers for loved ones with Alzheimer’s/dementia: 3 p.m., meet for coffee, pie, understanding and comradeship at Perkins Restaurant & Bakery, 204 S. 30th St. For more information, call 307-745-6451.
Al-Anon Family Group meets: 5:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian church, 215 S. 11th St. For relatives and friends of alcoholics. For information, call Jane at 307-760-4683 or Mark at 307-760-4716.
Fly fishing rod building for veterans: 7-9 p.m., Laramie Chamber Business Alliance office, 528 S. Adams St. For more information, call 307-745-4429 or 307-399-1801.
Oct. 30
Laramie Connections free Meet and Eat dinner and faith gathering: 4:30 p.m., First Baptist Church, 1517 E. Canby St.
Al-Anon Family Group meets: 6:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian church, 215 S. 11th St. For relatives and friends of alcoholics. For information, call Jane at 307-760-4683 or Mark at 307-760-4716.
Oct. 31
Alcoholics Anonymous meets: Daily at various times in person or on Zoom. For more information, call 307-399-0590 or visit area76aawyoming.org or aa.org.
Veterans service office hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Veterans Service Center at the UW Student Union, 1000 E. University Ave.
Survivors of Suicide Support Group: Meets from 5:30-6:45 p.m. at Hospice of Laramie House, 1754 Centennial Drive.
Nov. 1
Prayers & Squares Quilting Group meets: 9 a.m., Room 1 of Hunter Hall at St. Matthews Cathedral.
Nov. 2
Laramie Tai Chi and Tea meets: 1:30 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 1215 Gibbon St. For more information, visit visit laramietaichiandtea.org.
Ivinson’s women’s health team hosts prenatal education: 5:30 p.m. in the Summit conference room. For more information and registration, visit ivinsonhospital.org/childbirth.
Nov. 3
Caregivers for loved ones with Alzheimer’s/dementia: 3 p.m., meet for coffee, pie, understanding and comradeship at Perkins Restaurant & Bakery, 204 S. 30th St. For more information, call 307-745-6451.
Al-Anon Family Group meets: 5:30 p.m. at the Presbyterian church, 215 S. 11th St. For relatives and friends of alcoholics. For information, call Jane at 307-760-4683 or Mark at 307-760-4716.
Diabetes Support Group meets: 5:30-6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Email questions@ivinsosnhospital.org for the link.
Fly fishing rod building for veterans: 7-9 p.m., Laramie Chamber Business Alliance office, 528 S. Adams St. For more information, call 307-745-4429 or 307-399-1801. | https://www.wyomingnews.com/laramieboomerang/announcements/whats-happening-sept-16-2022/article_a59a1ef0-3514-11ed-a219-3bc6a3454fbf.html | 2022-09-16T12:19:42Z | wyomingnews.com | control | https://www.wyomingnews.com/laramieboomerang/announcements/whats-happening-sept-16-2022/article_a59a1ef0-3514-11ed-a219-3bc6a3454fbf.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
POWELL — Surrounded by friends — some old and some new — LeRoy and Marge Davey sat at a beautiful dinner table in a grand room with a festive cake decorated in a rose motif and a stack of greeting cards placed in front of them.
“Happy 70th LeRoy and Marge,” the cake read in fluffy pink frosting.
They had met at a Billings nightclub and danced through the night to live music. While the Powell couple couldn’t (or wouldn’t) put into words what brought them together, there was a strong attraction that has lasted through the many years of marriage.
“It takes a lot of work,” Marge said when pressed for clues to how they thrived for so long.
“We’ve been lucky,” LeRoy added.
The slight suggestion of a warm smile every time their eyes met made it apparent they were proud of their accomplishments, including rewarding careers, three children and a long list of adventures as they moved through the calendars together.
LeRoy was a popular junior high math teacher, teaching generations of students in his decades in Powell.
Sitting at the opposite end of the table was Susan Feller, one of LeRoy’s seventh-grade students nearly 60 years ago. She bragged about her expertise in math, thanks to his approach to teaching.
“I got a perfect grade,” she said, which brought a suspicious laugh from the small group.
But LeRoy immediately dispelled any doubt about her expertise, saying, “she was one of the best students I ever had.”
He taught her three children as well.
“They listened to him. And they all are good at math,” she said.
“I think he was an excellent math teacher,” Marge agreed. “All of his former students would come up to him and say, Mr. Davey, I just absolutely hated math until I got into your class.”
Marge worked in the insurance industry, beginning in the office and eventually earning her agent license. Even in their work lives, no matter what they did, they did it together.
“LeRoy was my mathematician,” she said about his assistance in her career.
Marge and LeRoy are both 93 years old. They retired about 30 years ago and traveled the world together. They loved to go to New York for Broadway shows and took long trips to Germany, Austria, Great Britain and France.
Both also loved to ride bicycles together. LeRoy craved long trips on the road while Marge preferred mountain biking off the beaten path. LeRoy became friends with Buzz Larsen, who owned Larsen’s Bicycle Shop in Powell.
LeRoy would walk by the shop almost daily and eventually bought a bike and fell in love with the sport. The two, who share the same birthday of May 2, became “fast friends of the road” and continued to ride until recently.
“We’d do the OGL — the Old Guy Loop together,” said Buzz Larsen of the 24-mile ride out of Powell on Avenue E to Wyo. Highway 294, then south to U.S. Highway 14A, taking the four-lane back to town.
“We managed to meet at the same time every day,” Larsen said of their friendship.
As with any long life, it wasn’t always easy. One of the couple’s saddest days was when they lost one of their three daughters, JoAnne, after a multi-year fight with ovarian cancer at the young age of 46. She was a clinical dietitian at Duke University and the University of Pennsylvania. She and husband, Dr. Keith McCrae, gave LeRoy and Marge their two grandchildren.
Their other daughters, Jacquie and Susan, now live in the Denver area.
Most recently, LeRoy has traded in his beloved road bike for a wheelchair and is now living apart from his wife at Cody Regional Health’s Spirit Mountain Hospice House — where their anniversary party was held. He is pleased with the level of care and being able to spend time in the nurturing environment with friends, both old and new.
He tells his closest friends that he’s “real slow at this dying thing.”
He cherishes his fond memories and every chance he has to kiss Marge and hold her hand, but doesn’t want his friends to make a big deal about his destiny. He’s not the sort to sit still while people praise him for the many thousands of lives he has changed through his long career, Marge said.
He’s still spunky. Most recently he threatened to exact revenge on the friends who sent the reporter to his anniversary celebration.
He’s not humble, he said, but hates being in the limelight. Unfortunately for LeRoy and Marge, it’s hard to hide when you’re loved by so many. | https://www.wyomingnews.com/laramieboomerang/news/70-years-of-marriage-started-with-fancy-footwork/article_b1a5628c-3518-11ed-8533-03fca76f0df3.html | 2022-09-16T12:19:48Z | wyomingnews.com | control | https://www.wyomingnews.com/laramieboomerang/news/70-years-of-marriage-started-with-fancy-footwork/article_b1a5628c-3518-11ed-8533-03fca76f0df3.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
JACKSON — Ten months after Interior Secretary Deb Haaland declared the word “sq---” derogatory, the name is gone from the nation’s federal public lands.
Haaland, who is Laguna Pueblo, declared the centuries-old term for a native woman derogatory on Nov. 19, 2021, and ordered the U.S. Board on Geographic Names — the federal body tasked with naming geographic places — to start the process of public comment for replacing it.
In Wyoming that means 41 peaks, creeks and other natural features have fresh names on USGS maps as of Aug. 8.
In Teton County, a creek, a stream and a basin no longer contain the slur.
The word will stick, however, to 40-some county addresses mostly clustered on the private “Sq--- Creek Road” in a subdivision near Game Creek.
For a web of legal, bureaucratic and emotional reasons, that’s not likely to change.
In 2020, Don and Gwenn Wadsworth first asked county commissioners to rename the road where they’ve lived for 43 years.
“It is so sad, embarrassing and hateful that we still have to tell people and write our address with the very racist word, ‘squaw,’” they wrote in another email to county commissioners and town councilors in February 2022.
Commissioner Luther Propst replied thanking the couple for raising the question of the road name, which he called “inappropriate” and “unacceptable.”
The county commission has had a few discussions in the last couple of years about adopting the road in question, and during those discussions, Propst wrote, “we have made it clear that the name will change to Game Creek Road if the county adopts the road.”
But without unanimous consent of the owners of 35 different addresses on the road, the county would likely have to condemn private property, Propst told the News&Guide.
“Such a state of disagreement and condemnation isn’t a priority for us,” Propst said. “It would upset people and expose us to concerns down in Cheyenne.”
Sq--- Creek Draw subdivision resident and local lawyer Stefan Fodor is one of those people.
Fodor, who practices real estate law, said any name change to the road would need the consent of the special improvement board that runs that private road district, and the subdivision would take consent of each landowner.
“If someone wants to now change the name of my subdivision, that does affect my rights,” he said, “because now I’ve got to talk to my bank, and I’ve got to talk to people who send me mail, and that’s an inconvenience.”
Former County Commissioner Sandy Shuptrine, who lives near but not on that road, begged to differ.
“I actually think the county does have the authority to change it,” she said. “It’s not comfortable, I get it, but I think they can clean this up.”
Shuptrine cited judicial rulings on that specific road that confirmed an original easement for the road was open to “any other person or persons, for his or their benefit and advantage, at all times freely to pass and repass.”
“So it’s a public road that runs across private property,” Shuptrine said, “and that’s kind of where we’re stuck.”
The community is also “stuck” on whether the word is offensive.
Fodor said that he’d found no “universal consensus” on whether the term for Native women is a slur.
“I don’t think we can legislate to sort of the lowest common denominator of offense,” he said.
Becky Cloetta also lives on the controversially named road and said in a neighborhood email chain that circulated following the federal name change that she did not believe the word to be racist.
“This is Wyoming, and we have a rich history that I do not want to see erased. These French and Indian names that grace our mountains, rivers, cities, and roads are what makes us Wyoming,” she wrote.
Type in “Is ‘sq---’ offensive?” and the first hit is an Indian Country Today article published in 2014 citing several Indigenous people and academics offering nuanced views, from a historical consultant saying the origin of the word is the relatively neutral “totality of being female” to an academic advocating to “reclaim our language rather than let it be taken over.”
The article’s author, Vincent Schilling, is the associate editor and senior correspondent at Indian Country Today.
“Most historians and linguists appear to be more supportive of a non-derogatory meaning, the use of the word is still looked at as offensive to many others,” Schilling writes.
The article was updated Feb. 23 to fit the current style guide for Indian Country Today, which no longer prints or repeats what it calls “the s-word.”
Two Eastern Shoshone women who spoke with the News&Guide said that, in their community, the word was definitively outdated and notoriously offensive.
“It’s racist. It’s ugly,” Lynette St. Clair said. “I’m just kind of shocked that somebody would [have] a logical explanation for not wanting to change it, you know, obviously, it’s a derogatory term.”
Robyn Rofkar, administrative assistant at the Eastern Shoshone Cultural Center, said the word is dehumanizing because it’s racialized, like saying “buck” or “papoose” instead of just saying “a man” or “a baby.”
“It is offensive,” Rofkar said. “These names have been being changed for many years now.”
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Even as an Indian Education Coordinator in Fort Washakie schools, St. Clair said it would be hard for non-Shoshone speakers to pronounce the new USGS names.
Just west of Pannaite Naokwaide, or Bannock Creek, the other former “sq---” creek in Teton County near South Park is now Paateheya’ateka’a Naokwaide, or Elk Eater Creek.
Of the over 650 name changes, many but not most found their new names from local Indigenous languages.
Asked for a pronunciation guide for the new Indigenous names, a spokesperson from USGS said the agency had no such list and recommended reaching out to local tribes.
Though it’s not convenient, St. Clair said, it’s productive for non-Shoshone speakers to learn the pronunciations and the meanings of the names.
Like most Native languages, Shoshone is traditionally oral with no standardized spelling. As linguists scramble to preserve the language in all its dialects — there are about 100 fluent language speakers on the Wind River reservation — more than one spelling method has emerged, St. Clair said.
The English translations are helpful, she said, but “I think that we need to retain as much of the original names for the lands by using the proper word while we still have speakers left to pronounce it correctly.”
When people understand the original names of these spaces, “they are able to understand the connection of language to land,” she said. “Resorting back to those original names is only right.”
What about the other maps?
While the Department of the Interior now uses “sq___” in all official communications, the word is not scrubbed from federal use.
The creek the road was named after is now Pannaite Naokwaide, or Bannock Creek, on federal maps. The creek name hasn’t changed yet on Apple Maps or Google Maps.
Requests for comment from All Trails, Apple Maps and Google Maps were not answered by press time, but in March The New York Times reported that Google Maps said it would update the names as soon as the change was complete.
Name changes still have to trickle down, even with agencies that were already on board, like the U.S. Forest Service, which was one of eight departments on the 13-member Derogatory Geographic Names Task Force.
If you’re looking for a local hike near Red Top Meadows, for example, you might use the Forest Service’s page for Sq--- Creek Trail.
Trails and Wilderness Specialist Tim Farris looks after names on local Forest Service maps, signs and in the trail database.
The change on his end hasn’t happened yet but could take as little as a week, he said.
“No one would be upset, I think,” Farris said, “at least locally.”
While “sq---” will stick around on some private addresses in Teton County, other states have passed laws that mandate the word be erased from nonfederal sites.
Among those are Oregon, Maine, Montana and Minnesota, where the city of Sq—- Lake has thus far refused to change.
Likely the most high-profile name change is of the former “Sq--- Valley” ski area near Lake Tahoe, California, which changed its name to Palisades Tahoe in November 2021.
The resort explains online that, starting in 2020, employees “spoke extensively to the local community, heavily researched local history” to arrive at a new name, and the change was community-led and rebutted “suggestions that we are ‘trying to be woke’ or that this change was required by our parent company.”
The mass, rapid renaming effort for federal use of “sq---” happened after 90 days of public comment from tribal governments and 60 days of general public comment.
The Board of Geographic Names does not determine what is or is not offensive, its website says, except notably in 1974 when it ordered the derogatory word “Jap” be replaced with “Japanese.”
In 1963 the interior secretary mandated that federal land using the n-word change to “Negro.” In June 2021 the Board of Geographic Names renamed 16 geographic features in Texas that contained the world “Negro.”
Though name changes have long been met with resistance at a local level across Wyoming, both Rofkar and St. Clair said the removal of a word many consider ugly and racist is “a long time coming.” | https://www.wyomingnews.com/laramieboomerang/news/as-nation-removes-slur-from-public-lands-it-remains-on-addresses/article_5a39279c-351b-11ed-ae65-37048cb31ab1.html | 2022-09-16T12:19:55Z | wyomingnews.com | control | https://www.wyomingnews.com/laramieboomerang/news/as-nation-removes-slur-from-public-lands-it-remains-on-addresses/article_5a39279c-351b-11ed-ae65-37048cb31ab1.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Students, Greybull police neutralize shooting scare
GREYBULL (WNE) — A handful of Greybull Middle School students and the Greybull Police Department assisted in the arrest of a male juvenile who threatened to shoot up Greybull High School.
In a group Snapchat conversation where participants played games and shared pictures with one another, a group of eighth grade students from Greybull was shocked when one boy sent a photo of GHS with the caption “I’m gonna come shoot up the school.”
Over the course of Monday evening, the juvenile sent more messages, threatening to drive 23 hours to shoot up the high school. The students grew concerned and told their parents, who reached out to the GPD to report the threats.
“These eighth graders— I’m telling you, they were awesome. They all banded together, they started talking to my sergeant who questioned them after it was reported to us,” said Greybull Police Chief Bill Brenner.
The department notified school officials late Monday night, including Superintendent Mark Fritz and GHS Principal Ty Flock, who prepared to put out an all-call early the next morning.
According to Fritz, the GPD got people involved who needed to be involved and worked through the night.
Sgt. Mark Dewees discovered the juvenile making threats lived in Switzerland County, Indiana.
Switzerland County officials had previously received a bomb threat directed at a local school that shared similarities to the threat against Greybull High School.
Dewees gave the authorities the juvenile’s name and by Tuesday morning, they had taken the 14-year-old male into custody.
“He’s facing terroristic felony threat charges. They’re going to go ahead and charge him back there,” Brenner reported.
Cheyenne man charged with vehicular homicide
CHEYENNE (WNE) — A local man is facing an aggravated vehicular homicide charge after the death of the person he allegedly struck last month.
Bryan R. Ciccone, 45, of Cheyenne has been accused of striking with his vehicle on Aug. 22 a man who was walking along the side of East Lincolnway, severely injuring the pedestrian.
The pedestrian, identified in a probable cause affidavit as Anthony Gabriel, 29 or 30 years old, died Aug. 28. An autopsy performed Sept. 6 determined the cause of death was “blunt force trauma to the head and neck due to being struck by a motor vehicle,” the affidavit said.
Documents filed in Laramie County Circuit Court on Sept. 8 charged Ciccone with aggravated vehicular homicide while driving under the influence – or, in the alternative, aggravated vehicular homicide while driving in a reckless manner. Both felony charges carry a prison sentence of up to 20 years and/or a $10,000 fine.
A preliminary hearing is set for Sept. 21 in circuit court here.
Ciccone was originally charged Aug. 23 with DUI with serious bodily injury.
At about 5 p.m. on Aug. 22, an officer with the Cheyenne Police Department responded to the 3100 block of East Lincolnway, following a report of a pedestrian-involved motor vehicle incident.
Ciccone told the officer he passed out while he was driving and hit someone walking along the side of the street, later identified as Gabriel. Ciccone said he woke up while driving in the field, with witnesses yelling that he hit a pedestrian, according to court documents.
Gabriel was taken to the hospital with “life-threatening injuries as a result of the collision.” He was pronounced dead six days later.
Man charged with kidnapping, terrorizing wife
DOUGLAS (WNE) —Trevor Colton Lake of Douglas is facing multiple felony charges, including kidnapping and terrorizing his wife, following a road rage incident near Glenrock.
The incident occurred after she filed for divorce earlier in the day.
Lake, who is 37 or 38 years old, has been bound over to stand trial in Eighth Judicial District Court after allegedly ramming his car into a vehicle driven by his wife, Crystal Marie Lake, on Aug. 8.
According to an affidavit filed with the court, after ramming the car driven by his wife, Lake got into the driver’s seat of it, hit her in the face and began driving away.
Crystal told investigators she jumped from the moving car out of fear for her safety and waved down a passing vehicle.
Officers found Trevor Lake at a local business with the car parked nearby. The car had heavy front-end damage, according to the Wyoming Highway Patrol report.
He allegedly told officers “things got out of control” and after the incident he panicked.
Court documents show charges against Trevor were amended in Converse County Circuit Court on August 29, and he was bound over prior to Sept. 2 from circuit court to stand trial in district court.
He faces a kidnapping and terrorizing charge, which carries a maximum punishment of 20 years to life in prison; felony property destruction, which is punishable by up to 10 years and a $10,000 fine; and reckless endangerment causing bodily injury of a household member, a misdemeanor punishable by a maximum of six months in jail and a $750 fine.
Search ends with charges filed against Jordan Hale
AFTON (WNE) — The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office has filed official charges against the missing suspect who turned himself into police Monday following a weekend-long search in the Star Valley Ranch area.
Sheriff Shane Johnson said the case began on Saturday, September 10, 2022 at approximately 11:50 a.m. when the sheriff’s office received a 911 call regarding an active domestic violence incident involving a firearm.
Deputies were dispatched to the Star Valley Ranch area and found that 40-year-old Jordan G. Hale had left the area after attempting to use a firearm against a family member.
According to Johnson, Hale’s vehicle was later located in the Green Canyon area, disabled in a ravine. A search for Hale in the area was unsuccessful, and alerts were issued to the surrounding area to be on the lookout for him. He was considered armed and dangerous.
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Star Valley Search & Rescue, Afton Police Department and the Wyoming Highway Patrol continued to search Green Canyon and the surrounding areas. The search extended through Sunday and into Monday morning. Drones were used as part of the search and trailheads were taped off.
On Monday, the Lincoln County Attorney’s Office obtained a warrant for the arrest of Hale, charging him with felony charges of attempted murder and aggravated assault.
Later in the day, at approximately 12:00 noon, Hale turned himself in at the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office. He was booked into the Lincoln County jail and will appear in circuit court for an initial appearance in the coming days.
Man sentenced for sexually abusing minors at day care
SHERIDAN (WNE) — Fourth Judicial District Court Judge Darci Phillips deviated from a plea agreement reached in the case of 26-year-old Caleb Morel, who faced charges for sexually assaulting three minors younger than 6 years old while working at a local child care facility.
During the sentencing hearing Sept. 8, Phillips noted several aggravating factors in the case, including Morel’s grooming of the young children under his care.
Morel originally faced four charges: first degree sexual abuse of a minor, second degree sexual abuse of a minor and two counts of third degree sexual abuse of a minor.
In the plea agreement, two counts were dismissed, leaving one count each of second degree and third degree sexual abuse of a minor.
While the plea agreement recommended Phillips sentenced Morel to 6-10 years imprisonment for the second degree sexual abuse charge, Phillips increased that term to 10-15 years.
In addition, while the agreement stipulated a three- to five-year prison term for the third degree sexual abuse charge be suspended in lieu of five years of probation, Phillips increased the term of probation to 10 years.
During the sentencing hearing, two of the families impacted by Morel’s actions read victim impact statements, describing the short- and long-term effects of the abuse their children suffered under the care of somebody they trusted.
The youngest child abused was 3 years old at the time of the crimes, his mother said.
Morel worked at Kids Country Daycare at the time of the crimes.
Drone finds drunk driver hiding in field
AFTON (WNE) — A man charged with driving while under the influence was located with a drone after he crashed and fled the scene.
The crash occurred Sunday evening on US 89 near the Wolf Den Motel between Thayne and Etna. According to the responding officer, John Timothy Robinson, 41, was traveling south, misjudged the turn and pulled into the path of a northbound vehicle driven by Victoria Trefren, 19, of Thayne.
Robinson has a local address in Etna but is from Michigan. He is working temporarily in the area, according to the officer.
According to the Wyoming Highway Patrol, witnesses stated Robinson’s driving was erratic prior to the accident before pulling out in front of Trefren.
After the cars came to rest, Robinson fled the scene on foot and attempted to hide in a nearby field. The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office was able to use a recently acquired state-of-the-art infrared drone to quickly locate Mr. Robinson.
Officials on the scene observed he appeared to be intoxicated and was subsequently charged with driving under the influence, as well as failing to report an accident, fleeing the scene of an accident and driving with an open container of alcohol.
Robinson was transported to a medical facility before being transferred to the Lincoln County Jail in Kemmerer.
No major injuries were reported despite the high rate of speed at the collision. The WHP commended the Lincoln County sheriff’s officers for their ability in locating the subject.
“It was dark with waist-high grass, and it would have been much more difficult to find him without their expertise,” WHP stated. “They deserve a lot of credit for quickly resolving this situation.” | https://www.wyomingnews.com/laramieboomerang/news/crime-and-punishment/article_c8b59356-3523-11ed-8166-7b52ff49bae3.html | 2022-09-16T12:20:02Z | wyomingnews.com | control | https://www.wyomingnews.com/laramieboomerang/news/crime-and-punishment/article_c8b59356-3523-11ed-8166-7b52ff49bae3.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
The State Loan and Investment Board approved three charter school applications Wednesday afternoon, despite pushback.
Cheyenne Classical Academy in Cheyenne, Prairie View Community School in Chugwater and Wyoming Classical Academy in Mills are authorized for five years. They can negotiate with the Office of State Lands and Investments and the Wyoming Department of Education for a contract. All three are expected to open in fall of 2023. SLIB members acted at the second such special meeting.
There was a “very complete and compelling discussion,” said Gov. Mark Gordon, the panel’s chairman. Other members are outgoing Secretary of State Ed Buchanan, State Treasurer Curt Meier, State Auditor Kristi Racines and outgoing Superintendent of Public Instruction Brian Schroeder.
Gordon directed the Office of State Lands and Investments to seek comments from school districts that will be impacted by the new charters. He wanted an opportunity to their experiences, because sometimes “the devil we don’t know is really scary.”
The schools are in Laramie County School District 1, Platte County School District 1 and Natrona County School District 1. Cheyenne has public charter PODER Academy.
Cheyenne
Cheyenne Classical Academy was the only presentation now. The other two applicants previously spoke.
Nathan Winters, director of Family Policy Alliance of Wyoming, and Rep. Jared Olsen, R-Cheyenne, were CCA board members who made the case.
Olsen hoped SLIB members would see why Laramie County would benefit from the academy.
“Cheyenne Classical Academy supports our public schools. We will not disparage our partners who work to provide the greatest education we can for our children here in Wyoming,” he said. “The CCA board has nothing but good things to say about our traditional public schools and our partners.”
He hoped that when the school opens, “you will be hard pressed to find a single trustee of our local school board who is not as passionate about this school as we are.” Olsen said the application package has letters of support from two LCSD1 trustees.
The school lacks a headmaster or facility. Winters said the school will use the Hillsdale College K-12 core knowledge curriculum. The Christian liberal arts school has been criticized.
Olsen said the local academy is unique. He said CCA will foster a school culture of moral virtue, decorum, respect, discipline and studiousness, and it will introduce pedagogy under the Socratic method.
“Citizenry making” is what he called it. The students “will be engaged to become productive, responsible citizens who enjoy lifelong learning and involvement in our community.”
School choice
Parents arguing for choice spoke in support of all three charter schools.
“Having more choices, it would just increase the other schools in the district to perform better,” said Kathy Scigliano, an LCSD1 parent. “The test scores for WY-TOPP just recently came out, and we’re seeing these terribly low scores for our children.”
Jessica Brown was another parent in the Capital City district to support charter schools. She said she is seeing increasing class sizes, teacher burnout and residents leaving. Brown said the state has to think outside of the box, and consider that the public system is being outgrown.
Amber Willoughby said she has lived in states with more opportunities, and this supported her children better. Her son attends a private school here, and he is thriving with smaller classes.
Political indoctrination allegations came up. Brandy Bailey said there are books featuring LGBTQ+ relationships, while pictures of LGBTQ+ rallies are depicted in school.
“I just want it to be neutral. I don’t want these social ideologies being pushed on my students, and they are right here” in LCSD1, she said. “I’m very grateful for this option and this choice for parents if we don’t want that indoctrination.”
Opposition
Experts, candidates for public office and community members shared their reservations. Some were concerned the logistics of funding the schools weren’t being closely examined. Others sought secularism.
“We do need religion in our lives,” said Kris Korfanta, a parent and former educator. “I just do not want my public tax dollars being spent on it. It’s a slippery slope of the separation of church and state.”
Government Relations Director Tate Mullen shared a statement on behalf of Wyoming Education Association raising concerns about public school resources. He criticized the Hillsdale curriculum.
“The president of Hillsdale College is a vehement anti-public education individual, and has acknowledged that Hillsdale curriculum has been criticized for its glossy spin on American history, as well as its ideological tilt on topics like affirmative action,” he said. “Educators and historians have also raised questions about other instructions at Hillsdale charter schools setting the negative take on the New Deal, and the Great Society, and cursory presentation of global warming.” | https://www.wyomingnews.com/laramieboomerang/news/slib-oks-3-new-charter-schools/article_08d250b6-351d-11ed-a609-7302eec785b2.html | 2022-09-16T12:20:16Z | wyomingnews.com | control | https://www.wyomingnews.com/laramieboomerang/news/slib-oks-3-new-charter-schools/article_08d250b6-351d-11ed-a609-7302eec785b2.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
It has long been said that “the sun never sets on the British Empire,” referring to the United Kingdom’s colonies around the globe. Will the death of Queen Elizabeth II trigger further shrinking of the empire, as former colonies now in the British Commonwealth debate whether to permanently sever ties? With its history of slavery, concentration camps, executions and torture, what would reparations and accountability look like?
On her 21st birthday in 1947, Elizabeth, five years before her coronation as Queen, said, “I declare before you all that my whole life, whether it be long or short, shall be devoted to your service and the service of our great imperial family to which we all belong.”
Elizabeth was in South Africa, a British Commonwealth nation, one year before its white minority imposed the racist policies of apartheid over the majority Black and other non-white populations. Over the next half-century, South Africa’s apartheid regime, shored up by the United Kingdom and the United States, demonstrated that not all in the Queen’s “imperial family” fared well.
“I would like to see the dismantling of this notion of the Commonwealth,” Cornell University Professor Mukoma wa Ngugi said on the Democracy Now! news hour. Mukoma was born in the U.S. but raised in Kenya, the son of renowned Kenyan writer Ngugi wa Thiong’o.
“’Commonwealth?’ Whose wealth?” Professor Mukoma wa Ngugi asked. “The book I’m working on now on Africans and African Americans took me to Keta in Ghana, where slaves were taken from. It’s very depressed [by] the aftershocks ... or the trauma of slavery. Maya Angelou called it melancholic.”
“I left Keta. Then I went to Bristol in England. Bristol was a slave-trading port. It’s thriving ... Most people know it now because of the dismantling of the statue of [Edward] Colston [during the George Floyd protests in 2020], who was one of the slave traders. We can see the effects of slavery, of colonialism. We can see how the wealth of England was built.”
In 1952, Elizabeth was in Kenya when she learned of the death of her father, King George VI, and became Queen. Kenya suffered for decades under British colonial rule. An organized armed resistance rose up in the 1950s, called the Mau Mau. Harvard historian Caroline Elkins documented Britain’s violence against Kenyans in her Pulitzer Prize-winning book, “Imperial Reckoning: The Untold Story of Britain’s Gulag in Kenya.”
“Nearly 1.5 million Kikuyu, or Africans, were detained in detention camps, or emergency villages, barbed-wire villages, as a way of suppressing Mau Mau,” Elkins explained on Democracy Now! “This was a story about systematic violence, torture, murder and massive cover-up ... Serious crimes happened on the queen’s imperial watch. Her picture hung in every detention camp in Kenya as detainees were beaten in order to exact their loyalty to the British crown.”
Many nations still struggle with the impacts of British colonialism. “Formerly enslaved and colonized nations and people, like those of the Caribbean, including Barbados, have been inserted in that international order in a structurally subordinate and exploitative manner,” David Comissiong, Barbados’ ambassador to the Caribbean Community, said on Democracy Now! last December, just after Barbados severed its Commonwealth relationship with the U.K., removing Queen Elizabeth II as head of state and declaring itself sovereign. “Barbados was the first society in human history that was built totally on the basis of slavery — its economy, its social system, its ideology. That’s our history. The royal family was deeply involved in the British slave trade and the system of African enslavement,” Comissiong said.
The Prime Minister of the Caribbean nation of Antigua and Barbuda, Gaston Browne, announced this week that the country will hold a referendum within three years to decide on complete separation from the U.K.
Dorbrene O’Marde, the chairperson of the Antigua and Barbuda Reparations Commission and an ambassador-at-large of Antigua, said this week on Democracy Now! that Queen Elizabeth II “managed to cloak the historical brutality of empire in this veneer of grandeur and pomp and pageantry and graciousness ... We need to examine that history a lot more closely.”
Queen Elizabeth’s eldest son has succeeded her and is now King Charles III. He will be confronted with rising demands for accountability and reparations for the generations of colonial exploitation that enriched the United Kingdom and the royal family, himself included. The Windsor family’s estimated wealth is in the billions of dollars.
“The CARICOM reparations plan talks of development,” O’Marde said. “Where the hurt of enslavement and genocide continues to exist and continues to impact the lives of Caribbean people today ... You have committed crimes against humanity and there is a moral and an ethical demand that you acknowledge these crimes.”
King Charles III should heed the call of these former colonial subjects and answer for the innumerable harms inflicted worldwide in the name of the British monarchy.
Amy GoodmanandDenis Moynihan,along with David Goodman, are co-authors of The New York Times best-seller “Democracy Now!: 20 Years Covering the Movements Changing America.” | https://www.wyomingnews.com/laramieboomerang/opinion/guest_column/impacts-of-colonialism-outlive-the-british-queen/article_ce7f421e-351e-11ed-b55f-bb0c4ae25494.html | 2022-09-16T12:20:41Z | wyomingnews.com | control | https://www.wyomingnews.com/laramieboomerang/opinion/guest_column/impacts-of-colonialism-outlive-the-british-queen/article_ce7f421e-351e-11ed-b55f-bb0c4ae25494.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
ROCK SPRINGS – A procedure regarding students’ preferred pronouns that surfaced on social media sparked questions, asking for clarity and an explanation from Sweetwater County School District No. 1.
The post was a screenshot of the Student Support Procedure. It states, “If a student is requesting the use of a transgender name and/or pronoun, we will honor their request. It is also not our obligation to notify the parent of this request and we will not do so.”
On Sept. 8, the Rocket Miner reached out to SCSD1 for clarity.
Nicole Bolton, director of human resources, stated that the district’s policies “mirror” federal civil rights laws, such as Title IX, which prohibits discrimination based on sex. She added that the post “did not contain the complete explanation that was shared with staff.”
“The information circulating is the result of requests for clarification on how federal courts and agencies, such as the U.S. Department of Education, are currently interpreting those laws,” said Bolton.
She shared the district’s preferred and chosen names procedure: “As you become acquainted with your students, you may encounter students wishing to use a preferred or chosen name. A preferred/chosen name is any name a student chooses to use other than their legal name.”
The district “is committed to promoting an educational environment that is supportive and respectful to all students. Calling a person by their preferred name and pronoun shows respect and contributes to the District’s commitment to providing a safe and nondiscriminatory educational environment. Accordingly, staff must use a student’s preferred/chosen name or pronoun in verbal, written, and electronic communications. Staff must respect the privacy of all students regarding such choice.”
Violations of the procedure “may constitute discrimination based on sex, and may result in discipline. Students who experience problems or discrimination related to their preferred/chosen name or pronoun shall be referred to the Title IX Coordinator for resources and assistance.”
Bolton stated the district’s “discussions involved the recent Notice of Interpretation issued by the United States Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, which explained that OCR will enforce Title IX’s prohibition on discrimination on the basis of sex to include: (1) discrimination based on sexual orientation; and (2) discrimination based on gender identity. Depending on the case, misgendering a student could violate both district policy and Federal law.”
Due to its complexity and sensitivity, Bolton said it precludes a “one-size fits all approach.”
“Staff were never directed not to talk to parents or lie to parents,” she said. “Decisions regarding how to support transgender and gender nonconforming students may involve the student, parents, and district administration. Teachers are expected to immediately refer such matters to their building principal, who will involve central administration. Teachers will then be informed of the district’s plan for supporting the individual student and will be responsible for supporting that student. Again, student needs will be met with an individualized response and specific support.”
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While most Wyoming critters go quiet in the winter, there is a lively ecosystem of birds waiting to be discovered for those with the patience to look and listen carefully.
Around Rawlins, winter bird watchers will have the opportunity to see birds like the house finch, Cassin’s finch, dark eyed junco, pine siskin, waxwing and nuthatch.
“Most people think that while winter hits a lot of the wildlife (migrates),” said Zach Hutchinson, a community science coordinator for Audubon Rockies. “We get a whole new set of birds in winter time.”
He explained that the best location to find birds depends on the time of year and what species people are looking for. Riparian areas and places with lots of water will show the largest diversity of bird species, while the sagebrush habitat around Rawlins will attract large quantities of birds with less diversity.
A popular winter find across Wyoming is the black-rosy finch. When viewed in the right lighting their feathers shine in a tone of iridescent pink, Hutchinson said. While these birds typically don’t spend time in town, they are likely to be spotted in rocky outcrop areas.
Local parks and yards with bird feeders or fruit bearing bushes are some of the best places to see birds in Rawlins without having to travel too far. For those willing to take a drive, the Chain Lakes Wildlife Habitat Management Area and natural areas in Saratoga and Baggs offer a host of popular bird habitats.
As surprising as it may sound, cemeteries are one of the best winter bird watching spots because of the abundance of planted pine trees, which will attract birds from miles around, Hutchinson said.
The ears can be just as much of a tool as the eyes when looking for evidence of birds in nature. In the late winter, some species of owls begin their courtships, Hutchinson said. During this time listeners can hear the hooting of great horned owls, and even distinguish between the male and female songs: the males' voices are lower in pitch, while the females’ voices are higher.
In open areas people could spot raptors like the red-tailed hawk and the ferruginous hawk. If there is an animal carcass on the ground, there is a high probability there will be a raptor nearby, Hutchinson said.
In addition to the moment of awe that comes with seeing a rare or beautiful bird, bird-watching can help people stay active and improve their memories, Hutchinson said. It can also help people reconnect in a time when social bonds have fallen by the wayside.
“There’s research that shows that going out and looking for and listening to birds is good for mental health,” Hutchinson said. “It's a great way to make friends. Once you want to see more birds it's a way to travel to places that are not as frequently visited.”
The more people spend time looking for birds, the more adventures they are likely to have.
“It increases your time outside, which increases your chances of seeing other amazing moments of nature that are outstanding,” Hutchinson said. | https://www.wyomingnews.com/rawlinstimes/news/having-a-hoot-rawlins-bird-watching-opportunities-abundant-year-round/article_6579f11a-32d5-11ed-baf2-9f901f4abae9.html | 2022-09-16T12:21:43Z | wyomingnews.com | control | https://www.wyomingnews.com/rawlinstimes/news/having-a-hoot-rawlins-bird-watching-opportunities-abundant-year-round/article_6579f11a-32d5-11ed-baf2-9f901f4abae9.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Burns at Newcastle
Records: Burns (0-2) at Newcastle (1-1)
Kickoff: 6 p.m. today at Shoemaker Field, Newcastle
Last week: Burns lost 27-21 in overtime to Torrington; Newcastle won 20-18 at Wheatland.
Last meeting: Newcastle won 10-6 on Oct. 15, 2021, in Burns
Facts: Penalties killed the Broncs in their Week 2 loss to Torrington. They committed 12 penalties in the game, including five that came on either third-and-5 or fourth-and-short, that gave Torrington a first down. However, Burns managed to stay in the game and tied it 21-21 on a deep touchdown pass to force overtime. It was unable to score in the extra frame, and fell 27-21. Despite the loss, the team made significant improvements from its Week 1 match up against Yuma. The Broncs held Torrington to 167 yards rushing, as opposed to 344 yards the week before. “We adjusted to their (rushing attack) pretty well,” coach Travis Romsa said. “They were running the ball pretty well the first two drives. We ended up coming out in the second half and stopping their run game.” ... Burns will need to put this loss in the rearview mirror, as its heads north for its first road game of the season against Newcastle.
Central at Thunder Basin
Records: Cheyenne Central (1-2) at No. 3-ranked Thunder Basin (2-1)
Kickoff: 6 p.m. today at Thunder Basin Stadium, Gillette
Last week: Central lost to Natrona County, 14-10; Thunder Basin lost to Cheyenne East, 52-42.
Last meeting: Thunder Basin won 10-7 on Sept. 17, 2021, in Gillette.
Facts: The Bolts lead Class 4A in both passing offense (303 yards per game) and total offense (487 ypg). Quarterback Alonso Aguilar leads the state in passing at 281.3 yards per game. He has thrown for a state-best 11 touchdowns. Kayden LaFramboise has hauled in nine of those scores and averaged 154.7 receiving yards per contest. “(LaFranboise) is as good as there is in the state, but he might be the best because his measurables are so good,” Central coach Mike Apodaca said. “He’s 6-foot-4, he’s fast, he’s a great route-runner, and he plays hard. That stuff just pops off the film.” … Central gave up 370 rushing yards to Natrona – including 232 to quarterback Wyatt Powell – yet only lost that matchup by four points. “You don’t normally give up 300 yards of rushing and hold the other team to 14 points,” Apodaca said. “Our defensive coordinator is obviously frustrated by the yardage, but we hung in there because we stiffened at the right times.” … Central ranks seventh in the state in both total offense (273 ypg) and scoring offense (17.3 ppg). The Indians’ eight turnovers are the most in 4A. “Our margin for error offensively is so small because we’re turning the ball over in the red zone,” Apodaca said. “Our kids are hanging in there. Not just on game day, but during practice time. They really want to fix it. I’m excited to coach them every day, because they’re working hard and trying to figure it out.”
Laramie at East
Records: Laramie (0-3) at No. 1-ranked Cheyenne East (3-0)
Kickoff: 6 p.m. today at Okie Blanchard Stadium, Cheyenne
Twitter: @jjohnke
Last week: Laramie lost 55-6 at Sheridan; East won 52-42 at Thunder Basin.
Last meeting: East won 49-8 on Sept. 17, 2021, in Laramie.
Facts: Laramie is sixth in Class 4A in total defense, giving up 302 yards per game. “They’ve changed to a 3-4 on defense, and they’re pretty impressive in it,” East coach Chad Goff said. “They have size, and their linebackers move pretty well. They’re in and out all the time, faking blitzes and actually coming on blitzes.” … East junior Kolbe Dierks is tied for second in the state in defensive points per game at 18.3. He had 23 tackles (10 solo and three for loss). He also has recovered a fumble, blocked a kick and broken up two passes. … Laramie is giving up an average of 38.7 points per game. However, there is no quit in the Plainsmen. “They’ve battled all the way to the end in every game we’ve watched,” Goff said. “They’re getting better every week, which makes you have to prepare for them and take them seriously. You can tell they’re understanding their stuff better each week, so we have to be solid in what we do.” … East junior quarterback Cam Hayes is second in the state in passing at 212 yards per game. Senior receivers Dom Kaszas and Garet Schlabs rank sixth and seventh, respectively, in receiving average. Kaszas is averaging 60.3 yards per game, while Schlabs checks in at 59 yards per game. … “We’ve done a good job of handling adversity,” Goff said. “I’m pleased with all of our units right now. The first game, our offense was on fire. Our second game, the defense was rolling. In the third game, special teams got it done. All three phases are coming together and producing every night. That’s what we need.”
Campbell County at South
Records: No. 5-ranked Campbell County (2-1) at Cheyenne South (0-3)
Kickoff: 6 p.m. today at Bison Stadium, Cheyenne
Twitter: @MattAtencio5
Last week: Campbell County beat Rock Springs, 31-28; South lost at Kelly Walsh, 17-7.
Last meeting: Campbell County won 67-15 on Sept. 17, 2021, in Gillette.
Facts: The Bison left Kelly Walsh feeling like they could have won, first-year South coach Eli Moody said. “There was more disappointment among the team after that loss than there was after the other two because we were so competitive in that game,” Moody said. “They know they were competitive and missed some opportunities. It wasn’t like our loss to Sheridan, where we were excited because we got some points on the scoreboard. We were disappointed, because we were right there in the game and could have come home with our first win, if a few plays went differently.” … Campbell County sophomore quarterback Mason Drube is third in Class 4A in passing at 171.3 yards per game. He also runs for an average of 41 yards per game, and ranks third in the state in all-purpose offense (212.7 ypg). “(Drube) can really give people problems,” Moody said. “He knows when he should just pull the ball down and run, and he’s effective at it. But there are also clips on film where he throws it 40 or 50 yards and threads the needle. He’s a really dangerous guy.” … South senior safety Matt Rivera is tied for second in the state in defensive points per game (18.3 ppg), while junior safety Damien Pino is tied for eighth at 16.3. … Moody said South’s offensive line has grown considerably through the first three contests. “I bet we gave up double-digit sacks in our first game, but we were better against Sheridan and even better last week against Kelly Walsh,” he said. “We got some drives going, and it wasn’t just three-and-out or one first down and then a punt. We’re moving down the field and getting three or four first downs. Unfortunately, we stalled out, and were only able to get seven points on the board. But drives are looking better.”
Wright at Pine Bluffs
Records: Wright (0-2) at Pine Bluffs (2-0)
Kickoff: 5 p.m. today at Carlstrum Field, Pine Bluffs
Last week: Wright lost 21-6 at Southeast; Pine Bluffs won 61-0 at Guernsey-Sunrise.
Last meeting: Pine Bluffs won 48-6 on Oct. 8, 2021, in Wright.
Facts: The Hornets enter tonight’s matchup coming off a dominant win over Guernsey last week. Ryan Fornstrom posted 10.5 tackles, including nine tackles for loss in just one quarter of play. He also caught two passes for 81 yards and two touchdowns. ... Ryan Mohren and Justin Lerwick led the way on the ground for the Hornets, rushing for 133 yards. Lerwick added three touchdowns, as well. ... Despite the dominant win, coach Will Gray says the team still has some things to improve on, primarily in its kickoff coverage. ... The focus on kick coverage will help this week, as the team will face off against Wright. Gray said the speed Wright has on the back end of its kick return could present a challenge. While the team is young, Gray also noted the challenges Wright present to his group. ... ”They blitz a lot, and our linemen will have to have their head up and communicate with each other,” Gray said. “They are also young. Traditionally, young guys get better every week. We just have to be prepared.”
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Execs from Meta, ByteDance, Spotify, Bose, Sony, LinkedIn, PwC, and more will participate in sessions focusing on the Metaverse, and other top real-time engagement trends
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Agora, Inc. (NASDAQ: API), a pioneer and leading platform for real-time engagement APIs, today announced the full lineup of speakers for its flagship RTE2022 conference, which is set to take place from October 10 to October 12, 2022. RTE2022 – the world's largest conference exploring real-time engagement (RTE) technologies – will bring together the most influential and innovative leaders in the space to explore the future of interactive live streaming, the Metaverse and XR, social gaming, entertainment and commerce, virtual learning and collaboration, and more.
The conference – which is free and held virtually with a one-day live program in San Francisco – is expected to host approximately 400 in-person participants including exhibits, networking receptions, as well as thousands of attendees from around the world.
"Real-time engagement technology is the most authentic way to stay connected in-person, in digital worlds, and across the metaverse," said Tony Zhao, Agora's CEO and Founder, who will give the keynote speech at RTE2022. "For RTE2022, the theme is Out of This World, and we look forward to bringing together visionaries and experts from all over the globe to tell us how technology has inspired them and how they are reimagining the future of human interaction without boundaries."
This year's RTE2022 conference boasts an impressive and diverse lineup of speakers over its three days, including:
- Meta – Tolu Arogunmati, Product Manager and Tiantian Xu, Product Designer: Tolu will speak at the session Reimagining Sports Fan Engagement with New Real-Time Experiences, while Tiantian will conduct the session UX Design in Metaverse - Best Practices for Designing Virtual Experience.
- ByteDance – Xiaoyu Chen, Director of AI Solutions: Panelist at The Next Generation of Video Engagement Experiences in Social Environments and Platforms session.
- Spotify – Matt Ao, Senior Engineering Manager: Panelist at From Content Creation to Social Engagement: The Intersection of Technology Platforms and Digital Economy session.
- Bose – Marko Stamenovic, Principal Machine Learning Engineer: Panelist at Seeing is Believing, But Is Hearing session.
- Sony Corporation – Akira Tsukahara, Business Producer: Panelist at Seeing is Believing, But Is Hearing session.
- LinkedIn – Shiva Kumar Balakrishnan, Partnerships Lead, Live Events: Panelist at From Content Creation to Social Engagement: The Intersection of Technology Platforms and Digital Economy session.
- PwC – Jason Lovell, Metaverse Strategy: Panelist at Embracing the Core Technology of the Future: Real-Time Engagement as the Frontier of the Next Generation session.
- HTC – Shen Ye, Global Head of Products: Panelist at The Emergence of New Hardware Technologies: Creating Immersive Experiences in a Virtual World session.
- Magic Leap – Lisa Watts, VP Product Marketing & Developer Programs: Panelist at The Emergence of New Hardware Technologies: Creating Immersive Experiences in a Virtual World session.
- Makers Fund – Yohei Ishii, Venture Capitalist: Panelist at A Sense of Place: How RTE Enables Spatial Interactivity Beyond Our Physical World session.
- Andreessen Horowitz – Connie Chan, General Partner: Panelist at The Retail Revolution: Experiential E-Commerce in the Physical and Digital World session.
To see the full list of speakers set for RTE2022, please visit https://rte2022.agora.io/page/2201120/speakers.
About Agora
Agora is the leading Real-time Engagement Platform as a Service (RTE PaaS) company. Agora's mission is to make real-time engagement ubiquitous, allowing everyone to interact with anyone, in any application, anytime and anywhere. Agora's platform provides developers with simple, flexible and powerful application programming interfaces, or APIs, to embed real-time video and voice engagement experiences into their applications.
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It might sound overly simple, but getting excited to work out is half the battle. We’ll take whatever tips and tricks we can find to make our days more active, which can, in turn, help us live healthier and happier lives.
One easy way to boost your motivation? Get a new pair of sneakers.
We were delighted to see there’s a sleek pair of New Balance women’s sneakers ranked as Amazon’s No. 1 Best Seller in Women’s Cross Training Shoes. These will bring some pep to your step and add style to your fitness wardrobe.
New Balance Women’s FuelCore Nergize Sneakers offer a light yet supportive foam midsole to deliver comfort with each step and include a memory foam insert for extra cushioning. The upper consists of mesh and synthetic materials for a chic, supportive fit that hugs the foot in a bootie style. The sole is made of rubber.
These New Balance FuelCore sneakers are built for a performance fit. The company recommends ordering a half-size bigger than your typical New Balance size. Prices range from $43.70-$135.95 depending on size and which of the 12 available styles you choose.
These shoes are practical, but they also look good enough to wear anywhere. Take your New Balance FuelCore shoes to the gym, run errands around town, or put them on for an outing with your family. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars on Amazon from more than 54,900 reviewers, a majority of customers have said they loved the shoes. Many have purchased more than one pair and highly recommend them to others.
“I was super surprised at how light and airy the shoes felt,” said reviewer KWag9, who claims to have worn only flip-flops for the past decade except for exercising. “I put them on and even went for walks around the neighborhood to see if they were comfortable. I immediately fell in love with the fit of the shoe.”
Another reviewer named Marjorie sought these shoes specifically to make her time at a Disney park more comfortable. When she tested them out with a 3-mile walk around the zoo and found they held up, she trusted them enough to take on her big trip.
“No blisters, no pain,” the customer reported afterward. “Best shoe ever!!! I’ll buy another pair as a backup bc I love them so much! Highly, highly recommended!!”
Other reviewers have mentioned that these shoes work well for those with bunions, perhaps because of the stretchy mesh on the upper.
Cross-training shoes like these New Balance FuelCore sneakers are best for short runs, gym workouts, exercise classes and weight lifting. They come in regular and wide sizes between 5-12 for women.
Do these kicks inspire you to shift your workout into high gear?
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CHEYENNE – Athletes saying they want to play aggressively and with confidence is one thing. Doing it is another.
Through the first three games this season, Cheyenne South safeties Matt Rivera and Damien Pino have done just that.
Rivera is tied for second in Class 4A defensive points per game at 18.3. Pino is tied for eighth at 16.3. Both players are putting up those numbers after moving from outside linebacker to the Bison’s safety spots.
“You’d have a hard time watching film and finding a play where one of them isn’t in the vicinity of the football,” first-year South coach Eli Moody said. “They’re flying around sideline to sideline and making plays.”
The defensive points system used by the state statistician gives a certain number of points for solo tackles, tackles for loss, interceptions, blocked kicks and other defensive stats. While it can be a good way to measure a defensive player’s impact on the game, critics say it favors players from bad offensive teams because they have more opportunities to accumulate stats.
Moody said he understands that perspective, but says Rivera and Pino aren’t benefitting from a South offense that’s ranked last in the 10-team 4A classification in total offense.
“Our offense was on the field more against Kelly Walsh than it was on the field in the first two weeks, and those two were still out there making plays,” the coach said, referencing the Bison’s 17-7 loss Sept. 9 in Casper.
The 29 tackles Rivera has posted are already more than he had all last season (25). He also has two tackles for loss and an interception.
“I made it a goal to play confident and fly around the field,” the senior said. “My sophomore year, I was iffy. Last year, I kind of found that confidence. I know what I’m doing, and I go out and do it.
“You have to shut out the second thoughts and go out and do what you need to do.”
Rivera’s knowledge of South’s defense helps him be a leader, Pino said.
“We play a lot alike, and I really look up to him on the football field,” the junior said. “He’s smart, he’s a really good teammate and a leader. He teaches me a lot.
“When I do something wrong, he’ll correct it. He won’t yell at me or bash me. He’ll give me good feedback so I can do it right the next time.”
Pino posted just five tackles last fall, but already has 26 stops and an interception.
“I get my adrenaline going, and then I’m not scared of anyone, even if they’re a lot bigger than me,” Pino said. “I’ve always been that way when I’m on the field.”
Rivera describes Pino as a playmaker.
“He had a good head on his shoulders and has good tackling form,” he said.
Learning how to tackle as linebackers has helped Rivera and Pino in their new roles. The move to the secondary has meant learning coverage responsibilities.
“I’ve had to work on my coverage quite a bit,” Pino said. “It’s a lot different dropping back in coverage, instead of moving up like a linebacker. I felt pretty comfortable with it after a couple weeks.”
Rivera and Pino have made the move look relatively seamless, Moody said.
“They’re two of the better athletes on our team, and have linebacker in their background,” the coach said. “They’ve been solid tacklers, and we thought they could be a good safety net in the back. They have good football IQs, and they’re not going to miss many tackles.
“They’ve picked it up a lot faster than they give themselves credit for.”
Jeremiah Johnke is the WyoSports editor. He can be reached at jjohnke@wyosports.net or 307-633-3137. Follow him on Twitter at @jjohnke. | https://www.wyomingnews.com/wyosports/high_school/cheyenne_south/souths-matt-rivera-damien-pino-excelling-in-new-roles/article_9cdb8e3c-3552-11ed-b5dc-f733a08e048e.html | 2022-09-16T12:22:20Z | wyomingnews.com | control | https://www.wyomingnews.com/wyosports/high_school/cheyenne_south/souths-matt-rivera-damien-pino-excelling-in-new-roles/article_9cdb8e3c-3552-11ed-b5dc-f733a08e048e.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Ukrainian authorities were expected to begin recovering bodies Friday from a mass burial site in a forest recaptured from Russian forces, a delicate task that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said would help show the world "what the Russian occupation has led to.”
The site, containing hundreds of graves, was discovered close to Izium after a rapid counteroffensive by Ukrainian forces retook the northeastern city and much of the Kharkiv region, breaking what had largely become a stalemate in the nearly seven-month war.
To bolster the offensive, the Biden administration announced another $600 million package of military aid Thursday for Ukraine, including more of the weaponry that has helped its troops seize the momentum.
Associated Press journalists who visited the burial site Thursday saw graves amid the pine trees, marked with simple wooden crosses. Most were numbered — and the count went into the 400s.
It was not clear who was buried in many of the plots or how all of them died, though witnesses and a Ukrainian investigator said some were shot and others were killed by artillery fire, mines or airstrikes.
There was at least one mass grave, with a marker saying it contained the bodies of 17 Ukrainian soldiers.
In his nightly televised address on Thursday, Zelenskyy said “more information — clear, verifiable information” about the burial site was expected Friday.
“The necessary procedural actions have already begun there,” he said. "We want the world to know what is really happening and what the Russian occupation has led to.”
Zelenskyy invoked the names of other Ukrainian cities where authorities said retreating Russian troops left behind mass graves of civilians.
“Bucha, Mariupol, now, unfortunately, Izium," he said. “Russia leaves death everywhere. And it must be held accountable for it."
The marking of individual graves with wooden crosses differed from some other burial sites discovered earlier in the war and seen by AP reporters — including some around Kyiv that are being investigated as sites of possible war crimes. Bodies found outside the capital in the town of Bucha and elsewhere after Russian forces withdrew had been dumped together and buried without markers.
Izium resident Sergei Gorodko said that among the hundreds buried in individual graves were dozens of adults and children killed in a Russian airstrike on an apartment building.
He said he pulled some of them out of the rubble “with my own hands.”
Sergei Bolvinov, a senior investigator for Ukrainian police, told British TV broadcaster Sky News that some of the people buried were shot, while others died from artillery fire, mines or airstrikes.
The mass grave of Ukrainian soldiers could contain more than the 17 bodies mentioned on its marker, said Oleg Kotenko, an official with the Ukrainian ministry tasked with reintegrating occupied territories.
“We haven’t counted them yet, but I think there are more than 25 or even 30,” he said, basing his estimate on video footage of the site that Russian soldiers posted on social media. | https://www.katc.com/news/national/russia-ukraine-conflict/ukraine-combs-mass-burial-site-says-russia-leaves-death | 2022-09-16T12:22:30Z | katc.com | control | https://www.katc.com/news/national/russia-ukraine-conflict/ukraine-combs-mass-burial-site-says-russia-leaves-death | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
LARAMIE — After winning four straight Central Rocky Mountain Region titles, the University of Wyoming rodeo teams want to take it to the next level.
“We know how to win the region, and this group is as talented and as important as any of the ones before them. I know they can do that,” says Beau Clark, who has won the CRMR with both the men’s and women’s programs in each of his four years at UW, in a news release. “I’ll trade a regional championship for the preparation it takes to win the nation. I don’t know what will happen along the way, but it is not our focus to be the best in the region — we want to be the best in the nation.”
It begins this weekend when the Cowboys and Cowgirls open the fall portion of their season at the Chadron State College Rodeo in Chadron, Nebraska.
“I am excited about what we are doing and where we are going this year. We are building one thing a day for the next 10 months, and we are controlling what we can control,” Clark says. “We are learning how to have a process and routine that brings out the optimal competitor in each individual athlete. We are sharing our focus with each other, and we are doing big things. It has been an incredible four weeks of practice, and we are just getting started with the process that we are set to follow the next 10 months.”
It is a long haul to prepare for the year-end College National Finals Rodeo next June in Casper. Five regional rodeos are set in both the fall and spring seasons, with the top two men’s and women’s teams advancing to the CNFR.
With high team and individual goals, the Cowboys and Cowgirls return a solid nucleus of veterans for both clubs.
For the men’s team are past CNFR qualifiers Cameron Jensen, from Hyannis, Nebraska; Brice Patterson, of Bozeman, Montana; and Kemmerer’s Donny Proffit. Jensen and Patterson are multiple-event competitors, with Patterson holding the title of returning CRMR all-around champion. All have won individual regional event titles.
Clark says he does not have a six-man points’ team set for this weekend, but he adds at least seven other UW team members are in the mix to join the returning veterans.
Just like the men’s team, the Cowgirls have several returning past CNFR qualifiers in Riata Day, from Fleming, Colorado; Jackson’s Hailey Hardeman; Faith Hoffman, from Kiowa, Colorado; and Kelsey Lensegrav, of Interior, South Dakota. Three of them have won individual regional event titles during their UW careers. Besides the returning veterans, six others are being considered for the four-person women’s points team.
“Our women’s team is strong, and we are focused on individual growth as a team,” Clark says. “So many have stood out the last four weeks, and they are all growing on a daily basis.”
He adds that the mix of returning competitors and newcomers already has strengthened the overall UW program.
“It will unfold throughout the year, and we will know more how they will impact our program in four to five months. We will be different in March and April,” Clark says. “This is going to be a journey, and our focus is not on Chadron this weekend but what we can build during the entire year.”
With an emphasis on setting goals, Clark has changed, in subtle ways, how the teams approach the season, even bringing in a mental strength coach — Donene Taylor, of Glenrock.
“Donene has had a big impact on our team, and I am excited to build with her this year and, hopefully, many to come,” Clark says. He also has added Kade Russow as the director of rodeo operations and marketing.
With the season beginning this weekend, Clark expects another competitive CRMR, but the year is all about the road to Casper and the CNFR.
“We are going to focus on controlling what we can control,” he says. “We do not have any control over the other teams and the successes they will have. We are going to build as individuals and as a team during the year. We are going to control what we can and build this out for an entire year.” | https://www.wyomingnews.com/wyosports/rodeo/college_high_school/uw-rodeo-begins-fall-schedule/article_4537e1d0-3534-11ed-986a-374008d651b0.html | 2022-09-16T12:22:32Z | wyomingnews.com | control | https://www.wyomingnews.com/wyosports/rodeo/college_high_school/uw-rodeo-begins-fall-schedule/article_4537e1d0-3534-11ed-986a-374008d651b0.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said 310 Cityscape Travel System strollers have been recalled due to faulty brakes.
The recalled models are Cityscape Travel Jogger strollers No. TJ75B12A. The recalled lot number is 111444 0122, and the date of manufacture of the recalled strollers is 10 28 2020, the CSPSC said.
The CPSC said the strollers' parking brake could fail, which could cause the stroller to fall and pose an injury hazard.
The strollers were sold through Amazon early last year for around $175.
Customers are being told to stop using the recalled strollers.
The CSPC said Amazon and Baby Trend are reaching out to affected customers to offer a voucher or full refund. Customers who do not hear from the companies can call Baby Trend at 800-328-7363. | https://www.katc.com/news/national/strollers-sold-through-amazon-recalled-due-to-faulty-brakes | 2022-09-16T12:22:36Z | katc.com | control | https://www.katc.com/news/national/strollers-sold-through-amazon-recalled-due-to-faulty-brakes | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
WASHINGTON, DC, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - The founders of the District Cup are pleased to announce the 102nd District Cup presented by Truist will be played on the National Mall on Sunday, September 25.
The 2022 District Cup benefits: Nats4Good, Georgetown University Hospital - Capital Breast Cancer Center, Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington, and The Jamaur Law Foundation.
Games are played at West Potomac Park: 4592 Ohio Drive SW, Washington, DC 20418
- 12:30 PM - Cultural Polo Cup Final
- 2:00 PM - The District Cup Final
- 4:00 PM - Trophy & Award Presentations
Admission is by ticket only or for press with pre-cleared credentials. Contact Christian Bentley: christian.bentley@thedistrictcup.com to obtain credentials to cover the event.
On-camera interviews and video opportunities with polo ponies are available at Twilight Polo on Saturday, September 17 between 6-8:30 pm at Great Meadow in The Plains, Virginia. Additional advanced coverage opportunities include the preliminary matches of the District Cup being played from 1- 4 pm on Friday, September 23 at Great Meadow Sheila C. Johnson Polo Field in The Plains, Virginia.
"We are delighted to celebrate 102 years of polo on the National Mall with this year's District Cup. We can't wait to host members of the Diplomatic Corps in addition to the local DC community in what promises to be a fantastic celebration of sports, international friendship, and our beautiful capital city" said Nico Baca, co-founder of the District Cup.
Co-chairs of the 2022 District Cup are: Scotty Greenwood, Tamon George, Jocelyn Moore, Sandy Thurman, Linda Moore, Charlie Muldoon, and founders Nico Baca and Dario Sotomayor.
Since 1920, the District Cup has been played at West Potomac Park. District Cup organizers work closely with the National Park Service and various polo clubs across the country and several international federations to actively recruit players, horses, and polo experts to keep our beloved horses, riders, and guests safe. The District Cup is an inclusive event intended to provide access to polo and encourage participation in the sport.
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THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- During Huntsman's (NYSE: HUN) second quarter earnings conference call, the Company provided third quarter adjusted EBITDA guidance of between approximately $310 million and $355 million, excluding Textile Effects. The Company now expects third quarter adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations to be between $260 million and $280 million. As previously announced, Huntsman will begin reporting Textile Effects as discontinued operations following the announced agreement to sell the division to Archroma, a portfolio company of SK Capital Partners.
Peter Huntsman, Chairman, President, and CEO commented:
"Huntsman is feeling the same pressures as others in the industry as we are being impacted by persistent and extraordinary cost of energy in Europe, together with lower than expected demand across segments in our portfolio, primarily within Polyurethanes and Performance Products. The economy in China continues to lag our expectations due to continued Covid-related lockdowns. While the United States remains our most resilient market, demand in residential housing has slowed.
"We remain on track to exceed our previously announced cost optimization and synergy program and expect to deliver an annualized run rate of approximately $170 million by year-end. Given the current operating environment, we are evaluating further cost reduction and optimization opportunities and we are actively moving product into Europe from our facilities in the United States and Asia."
About Huntsman:
Huntsman Corporation is a publicly traded global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated and specialty chemicals with 2021 revenues of approximately $8 billion. Our chemical products number in the thousands and are sold worldwide to manufacturers serving a broad and diverse range of consumer and industrial end markets. We operate more than 70 manufacturing, R&D and operations facilities in approximately 30 countries and employ approximately 9,000 associates within our four distinct business divisions. For more information about Huntsman, please visit the company's website at www.huntsman.com.
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Ukraine's battlefield victories are a reason for celebration. But could it could also usher in another dangerous phase — with Russia's President Vladimir Putin lashing out in other ways.
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Ukraine's battlefield victories are a reason for celebration. But could it could also usher in another dangerous phase — with Russia's President Vladimir Putin lashing out in other ways.
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A new study from Nielsen finds that Latino viewers not only love to watch shows on streaming platforms, but they also influence which are the most popular.
Researchers looked at 530 shows that streamed in 2021 and the first part of 2022 in English and Spanish. The study found nearly half of the shows considered the most "bingeable" had Latinos in front of and behind the cameras, as writers, directors and producers.
"I think that's a really important marker for how Latinos are influencing America's most watchable entertainment," says Stacie de Armas, Senior Vice President at Nielsen.
The study shows that Latino-led content attracted new viewers to streaming platforms, and then they stayed to watch other shows.
"It's important to have Latinos on camera," says de Armas. "But if you also add behind the camera, look at how much higher your binge ability becomes. So it becomes a business case for media companies that are looking to acquire content."
She points to the popularity of Hulu's mystery-comedy Only Murders in the Building. Selena Gomez not only co-stars but is one of the executive producers of the show.
Latinos represent 19% of the U.S. population, de Armas says, yet they account for 42% of the country's most-watched content on the streamers. And she says they account for many new subscribers to streaming platforms.
The study shows Latino audiences enjoy crime dramas and 20% of viewers felt best represented by comedies. De Armas says the finding is interesting "because if you look to comedy, actually representation is pretty low on screen," adding there's more work to be done on all fronts.
"I'm curious, as a researcher, about the social science around this," she adds. "How does this perhaps influence identity formation of Latinos and other people's perception of Latinos?"
The study also showed that among the most popular recent shows for Latino viewers was HBO Max's Gordita Chronicles (the coming-of-age comedy about a young Dominican woman in Miami was canceled after its first season).
"It did attract a significant amount of new viewers to the platform just for that show," says de Armas. "Once they came to the platform, they watched Gordita Chronicles. They binged it. They stayed on the platform after the premiere and watched more content. And in fact, about 78,000 or 57% of that new audience was Hispanic."
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A fundraiser for an Iowa teen who was a victim of human trafficking and convicted of killing her rapist, has easily surpassed the $150,000 restitution fee she was ordered to pay his family.
As of Friday morning, a GoFundMe account set up on behalf of Pieper Lewis has collected nearly $450,000 from people who say they're disgusted by the court-enforced restitution order.
Judge says he had 'no other option' but to order restitution
The 17-year-old pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and willful injury for killing Zachary Brooks in 2020. According to Lewis, Brooks, who was 37 at the time, repeatedly raped the then-15-year-old in the weeks before his death. She told the court that eventually, something in her snapped and, in a fit of rage, she stabbed Brooks at least 30 times.
During a sentencing hearing Tuesday, Polk County District judge David M. Porter deferred two 10-year prison terms, ruling that Lewis's time in juvenile detention was enough time served, and ordered her to five years probation.
Porter addressed the unfairness of forcing Lewis to provide monetary compensation to her own abuser's family, saying he had "no other option." The restitution is mandatory under Iowa law, and the state is not among those that have established so-called safe harbor laws, which provide varying levels of criminal immunity for trafficking victims.
Outrage, support and money flood Lewis' GoFundMe
The GoFundMe page was launched by Leland Schipper, a former math teacher of Lewis, who described feeling "incredibly proud of her."
"[T]he judge recognized that Pieper was a victim and a child. He, like almost everyone who knows the details of Pieper's case, empathized with a girl with no violent history before or after this incident, who saw killing a man as the only way out of a truly horrific situation," Schipper wrote in a message to would-be donors.
His words and those of Lewis, have moved tens of thousands of people who are pouring money into the account.
"My donation isn't much , but it's sent with LOVE," wrote Michelle Randall, who gave $5.
A man named John Dore, gave $20 and added, "Some laws are bad laws and hurt people who shouldn't be hurt any further. We made those laws and it's up to us to fix them. I think you've been very brave. May your life be filled with peace, with love, and---especially---with justice."
More than 26 people have donated between $1,000 to $5,000 since Lewis's sentencing hearing.
After overwhelming and rapid support, the fundraising goal has been raised
Schipper initially set the fundraising goal at $150,000, but when it became clear that they would exceed the threshold within the first 24 hours, he raised it and said he would continue accepting donations above $200,000.
In an update, Schipper wrote:
"The funds will be used in the following ways: 1) Pay off Piepers 150k restitution 2) Pay off the additional 4k in restitution to the state 3) Remove financial barriers for Pieper in pursuing college/university or starting her own business. 4) Give Pieper the financial capacity to explore ways to help other young victims of sex crimes!"
Lewis addressed the court on Tuesday, reading from a prepared letter.
"My spirit has been burned, but still glows through the flames," she said. "Hear me roar, see me glow, and watch me grow."
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A fresh defamation trial for conspiracy theorist Alex Jones that began this week could offer slivers of insight into the effectiveness of "deplatforming" — the booting of undesirable accounts from social media sites.
This trial, in Connecticut, is the second of three trials Jones faces for promoting lies on his streaming TV show and Infowars website that the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting was a hoax. The victims' families, whom Jones called "crisis actors," have faced harassment, threats and psychological abuse. In August, a Texas jury awarded family members $45.2 million in damages, though Jones says he intends to appeal the decision.
Jones, a serial conspiracist and fabulist, was kicked off almost all major internet and social media platforms in 2018 after he threatened then-special counsel Robert Mueller, who was investigating then-President Donald Trump's ties to Russia. Initially, a round of media coverage touted flagging traffic to Jones' websites as evidence that "deplatforming works." However, revelations from Jones' defamation trials may point to the existence of a rarified class of extreme internet personalities who are better shielded from efforts to stem the reach of their content.
In the Connecticut trial, a corporate representative for Jones' companies has testified that Infowars may have generated anywhere from $100 million to $1 billion in revenue in the years since the Sandy Hook massacre. Testifying during the previous trial in Texas, Jones told the court that Infowars earned around $70 million in revenue in the most recent fiscal year, up from an estimated $53 million in 2018, the year Infowars was broadly deplatformed.
The difference between Jones and many of the other right-wing actors who have been deplatformed, says political scientist Rebekah Tromble, who directs George Washington University's Institute for Data, Democracy & Politics, "is that Infowars had an existing infrastructure outside of social media."
Infowars makes about 80% of its revenue selling products, mostly dietary supplements, according to court filings from the largest of Jones' nine private companies. He grew his talk radio audience aided by an early partnership with a sympathetic distributor and now owns his own network and independent video-streaming site.
A growing body of research suggests deplatforming toxic actors or online communities does usually reduce audience size significantly, with the caveat that this smaller audience migrates to less regulated platforms, where extremism then concentrates, along with the potential for violence.
Gauging the effectiveness of deplatforming is complicated, in part because the word itself can refer to different things, says Megan Squire, a computer scientist who analyzes extremist online communities for the Southern Poverty Law Center.
"There's losing your site infrastructure, losing your social media, losing your banking. So like the big three, I would say," says Squire. She says they've all had different impacts depending on the specific case.
Squire's research shows that traffic to Jones' online Infowars Store remained steady for about a year and a half after he was removed from major social media sites. It then declined during 2020 until the lead-up to that year's presidential election and its violent aftermath, when the Infowars Store's traffic saw a massive spike that reached levels Jones hadn't seen since two years before his deplatforming.
Jones' resilience is more of an exception than the rule, says Squire. She points to the case of Andrew Anglin, founder of the neo-Nazi website The Daily Stormer. Following the violent 2017 Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville, Va., he lost his web domain and has had to cycle through 14 more, losing traffic each time. Squire says Anglin is on the run from various lawsuits, which include a ruling that he owes $14 million in damages for terrorizing a Jewish woman and her family.
Post-deplatforming survival strategies
Even after social media bans, conspiracists like Jones find workarounds. Squire says it's common for other users to host the banned personality on their own channels or simply repost the banned person's content. People can rebrand, or they can direct their audience to an alternative platform. After bans from companies including YouTube and PayPal, white supremacist livestreamer Nick Fuentes ultimately built his own video-streaming service where he encouraged his audience to kill lawmakers in the lead-up to the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
Other internet communities have shown similar resilience. A popular pro-Trump message forum known as TheDonald was banished from Reddit and later shut down by a subsequent owner after the Capitol riot and yet is now more active than ever, according to Squire. When Trump himself was banned from Twitter, Squire watched as the messaging app Telegram gained tens of thousands of new users. It remains a thriving online space for right-wing celebrities and hate groups.
As for raising money, even if extremists are completely cut off from financial institutions that process credit cards or donations, they can always turn to cryptocurrency.
"100% of these guys are in crypto," says Squire, which, she notes, is not necessarily easy to live off. Its value is volatile, and cashing it in is not always straightforward. Still, Squire and her colleagues have found anonymous donors using crypto to funnel millions of dollars to Jones and Fuentes.
"We live in a capitalist society. And who says that entrepreneurs cannot be on the conspiracy side of things as well?" says Robert Goldberg, a history professor with the University of Utah. He points out that conspiracy peddlers have always been "incredibly savvy" with whatever fresh technology is available to them.
"The Klan's Atlanta, Georgia, headquarters would sell hoods and robes and all this merchandise, this mark, this bling, if you will, to the 5 to 6 million people who joined the Ku Klux Klan in the 1920s," he says. But aside from the heyday of the KKK, Goldberg says, selling conspiratorial materials about the Kennedy assassination, UFOs or the 9/11 terrorist attacks has generally been far less lucrative, until now.
Power and lies
A bigger question for researcher Shannon McGregor at the University of North Carolina's Center for Information, Technology, and Public Life is what conspiracy entrepreneurs hope to achieve with their reach.
"Why are these people doing this in the first place? What are they getting out of it? And in a lot of cases in this country in particular, in this moment, it's about hanging on to power," says McGregor. Fringe communities always exist in democracies, she says, but what should be concerning is their proximity to power.
She rejects a "both sides" framing of the issue, identifying it as primarily a right-wing phenomenon that dates back decades. "Since like the Nixon era, at least, this right-wing, ultraconservative media ecosystem has been aligned with political power, makes it much more unlikely that it will actually go away," says McGregor.
Deplatforming and punitive defamation lawsuits, she argues, are less of a solution than "harm reduction." When one individual conspiracist or conspiracy site loses its audience, replacements quickly emerge. None of this means, McGregor and other experts agree, that efforts to contain the spread of extremist or anti-democratic narratives should be abandoned altogether.
"I think overall, [social media company] representatives would prefer if the conversation became, 'Oh, well, deplatforming doesn't work, right? ... So, you know, this isn't our responsibility anymore,'" says Tromble.
Squire says there's no doubt that anything that makes it harder for toxic conspiracists to operate smoothly or spread their message is worth doing. It makes the platform they're removed from safer and bolsters the social norm that there are consequences for harassment and hate speech.
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About 50 migrants arrived by plane in Martha's Vineyard, Mass., Wednesday on flights paid for by DeSantis. The governor says the flights help protect his state from the costs of illegal immigration.
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About 50 migrants arrived by plane in Martha's Vineyard, Mass., Wednesday on flights paid for by DeSantis. The governor says the flights help protect his state from the costs of illegal immigration.
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Florida pays for flights sending migrants from Texas to Martha's Vineyard. Nearly four out of 10 people say their finances are worse than a year ago. The challenges King Charles III has to face.
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Florida pays for flights sending migrants from Texas to Martha's Vineyard. Nearly four out of 10 people say their finances are worse than a year ago. The challenges King Charles III has to face.
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In the 1970s, John Singer left the Army and changed his name to Faygele Ben-Miriam. Two friends — Patrick Haggerty and Ronni Gilboa — remember the gay rights activist who died in 2000.
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In the 1970s, John Singer left the Army and changed his name to Faygele Ben-Miriam. Two friends — Patrick Haggerty and Ronni Gilboa — remember the gay rights activist who died in 2000.
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NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WindRose Health Investors, LLC ("WindRose"), the New York-based healthcare private equity firm, announced today that it has completed an investment in Third Wave Recovery Systems, LLC ("TWRx" or the "Company"), a provider of rebate administration services for hospitals, long-term care (LTC) facilities, and select specialty physician groups. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
In conjunction with WindRose's investment, TWRx acquired SRX, LLC ("SRX"), a leader in pharmaceutical rebate management services for the skilled nursing and LTC industry. The Company appointed a new executive team to lead the combined entity, including CEO Ed Lagerstrom, former President of UnitedHealthcare Networks.
"I'm pleased to have the opportunity to collaborate alongside WindRose with talented healthcare executives on a disruptive business model," said Mr. Lagerstrom. "TWRx is positioned as a market leader, predicated on transparency, compliance, and trusted partnerships with its customers."
WindRose's investment in TWRx will support the Company's strong momentum in the rebate administration marketplace. With WindRose's investment, industry knowledge, and broad array of relationships across the healthcare industry, TWRx is well-positioned to continue its rapid growth trajectory. Eric Moskow, M.D., co-founder of TWRx, will continue to lead the Company as its Chairman and will remain a significant shareholder.
"TWRx's mission has always been to establish strong industry relationships to understand what's really affecting outcomes and cost in the market," said Dr. Moskow. "As we meticulously considered our long-term strategic options, we determined that SRX and TWRx were a natural fit. WindRose's investment validates our belief in the impact of the TWRx platform, and we are excited to have them as a partner going forward."
"The acquisition of SRX cements TWRx as the premier platform within the rebate and prescription drug management space," said Alex Buzik, Partner at WindRose. "We believe that the Company will continue to build upon its existing service offering to create further value for its clients. We are excited to partner with Dr. Moskow, Ed, and the rest of the TWRx team as they solidify TWRx as the highest quality rebate management company in the industry."
McDermott Will & Emery LLP acted as legal advisor to WindRose and Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky, and Popeo, P.C. acted as legal advisor to Third Wave.
About WindRose Health Investors
WindRose makes equity investments in companies that operate within the services sectors of the healthcare industry. The firm focuses on companies with profitable business models and a demonstrated ability to deliver cost-effective solutions. WindRose manages over $2.6 billion in investments. WindRose is based in New York City and invests in companies throughout the United States. For more information, please email us at info@windrose.com.
About Third Wave Recovery Systems, LLC
TWRx is a rapidly expanding pharmaceutical rebate manager offering market-differentiated services to LTC facilities, hospitals, oncology practices, and other specialty provider groups. The TWRx platform that leverages advanced technology, analytics and nationwide industry contracts to assess and reduce the net-cost of its client's drug spend. For more information, please visit https://www.thirdwaverx.com/.
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Homemade cards requested for Monroe County servicemen and servicewomen
Military Families of Monroe County seeks homemade cards for military personnel.
Area residents, schools, churches and organizations are asked to create Christmas and “thank you for your service” cards that the local group can mail to servicemen and servicewomen from the Monroe County area who are currently serving.
“We’re in need of handmade cards for our November care package workshop,” the organization said. “They’ll receive the packages around Christmas.”
Cards need to be received by Oct. 31.
Since the organization began in 2011, more than 600 care packages have been set to Monroe area troops. More than 21 Hero Homecoming events also were held.
Military Families of Monroe County is a non-profit organization and consists of all volunteers.
“99.9 percent of all proceeds benefit our local military personnel,” the organization said.
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United Way of Monroe/Lenawee Counties kicks off annual campaign today
The United Way of Monroe/Lenawee Counties’ annual campaign kicks off today with a breakfast and golf outing at the Monroe Golf & Country Club.
Hosting the kick-off event will be Daniel Mussap of Gerdau Steel, campaign chair, and Devan McDaniels, labor campaign chair, from United Food & Commercial Workers 876.
The event will introduce the theme of this year’s United Way campaign: “Join Us in a New Way to Live United.”
“The new theme emphasizes new beginnings with the leadership transition to new executive director, Laura Schultz Pipis,” the United Way said in a statement.
“The United Way board and staff are working on new and strategic ways to address fundraising needs for the 36 agencies they support in both Monroe and Lenawee Counties,” Schultz Pipis added.
“For us, the campaign means one in every six people (in our service area), one way or another, is touched by services provided by the United Way," Mussap said. "And for us to continue providing this help, we need more community support. There are different ways you can contribute to this cause, and the most important to me is to get involved. Be a part of it. Even if you don’t have much time, the little you donate can make a difference.”
This year the United Way is also emphasizing a transition to increased use of virtual fundraising tools and social media outreach. Part of the campaign is a hashtag game with prizes. The hashtag #newwaytoliveunited will be used on social media platforms.
Residents can follow United Way on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tik Tok for games and prizes.
The United Way also has new themed display posters, brochures and bookmarks available to help spread the awareness of “New Ways to Live United.” These items are available at their offices at 216 N. Monroe St. in Monroe and 136 E. Maumee St. in Adrian.
United Way of Monroe/Lenawee Counties serves people living in Monroe and Lenawee Counties. It’s non-profit, 501[c][3] agency “that brings people and communities together to advance the common good,” United Way said. “The organization partners with local non-profits, businesses, governments and social service agencies to address our community’s most pressing needs. Contributions raised in each county stay in that county; decisions about which programs to invest in and which partnerships to pursue are made in each local community by local volunteers.”
Annually the United Way funds 25 local Monroe County agency programs and 11 local Lenawee County agency programs. They serve as donor designation vehicle for many additional nonprofit agencies as well.
They also sponsor countywide 2-1-1 services, coordinate Project Ramp, six annual Health Check events and the Emergency Food and Shelter Program.
For more information on United Way, contact the Monroe County office at (734) 242-1331 or make an appointment to visit the office.
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Recovery Advocacy Warriors to host open house Sept. 22 in Monroe
Recovery Advocacy Warriors will host an open house from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 22 at its new location, 552 Rambow Rd.
"RAW is Monroe's local Recovery Community Organization and provides a wide array of community events, education and recovery support groups," Sarah Derigo, RAW program manager, said.
Attendees can tour the new location, learn about RAW's services and meet the coaches.
"RAW has experienced significant growth in the past few years and just recently expanded to its own physical location in July," Derigo said.
RAW began in 2018, as part of Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan.
RAW is currently open by appointment only.
For more information, contact RAW at (734) 240-3850, ext. 3227 or email rawmonroe@ccsem.org.
"We are a small, dedicated team of people with lived experience in recovery and work diligently to reduce stigma and enhance the quality of life in Monroe County through holistic wellness and non-clinical services," Derigo said. "We offer services and events, such as weekly mutual support group, volunteer programming, recreational softball, one-on-one recovery coaching, naloxone distribution and training, recovery coach education services, the annual Recovery Picnic and Overdose Awareness walk, art therapy and recovery yoga. This is a community program that is inclusive of people in all stages of recovery and the community at large." | https://www.monroenews.com/story/news/2022/09/16/warriors-for-recovery-raw-hosting-open-house-in-monroe/67929977007/ | 2022-09-16T12:26:23Z | monroenews.com | control | https://www.monroenews.com/story/news/2022/09/16/warriors-for-recovery-raw-hosting-open-house-in-monroe/67929977007/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Former Monroe County Sheriff Walter O. Trowbridge dies
Former Monroe County Sheriff Walter O. Trowbridge, who spent almost 40 years in law enforcement and was credited for developing specialized investigative units, died quietly Wednesday with many family members by his side. He was 92.
Trowbridge, who served as sheriff from 1984-88, chose not to run for a second term because of constant battles with the Monroe County Board of Commissioners. His son, Rob, said his father was the first Republican sheriff and the board was comprised of a Democratic majority.
"It was county politics," Rob, 64, recalled. "There were a lot of battles with the board and my father at that time, and it was to be expected. It was actually comical at times."
But those years did not detract from Trowbridge's dedication to law enforcement, or his 30 years with the sheriff's office.
"We lost a great former law enforcement command officer who dedicated his entire life to serving the good citizens of Monroe County and worked his way up through the ranks at the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office," said Tom Redmond, retired sheriff's detective. "He was a good officer, a good husband, a good father, and a good leader and friend. We lost a truly good gentleman."
During his tenure, Trowbridge was credited for creating specialized investigative programs within the department, including an auto theft unit and expanding the detective bureau into special investigations. He also was instrumental in forming the county's first Cooperative Drug Enforcement unit, now called MANTIS, which still exists today.
Michael B. Davison, who retired from the sheriff's office as a lieutenant, said Trowbridge ran the marine division, the dive team, canine unit and the first aviation unit. Davison also credited Trowbridge with sending him to the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia, for specialized training.
"He gave me the opportunity to fulfill a career that some would only hope for," Davison said.
Trowbridge, a lifelong Monroe County resident, had a lengthy background in law enforcement. He was influenced by the death of a great uncle, Monroe County Deputy Sheriff Edward Sylvester Kinsey, who was shot and killed during a raid on a bootlegging operation in April, 1929.
Prior to joining the sheriff's office in 1955, he served in three branches of the military and was a Korean War veteran. He was in Arizona with the Air Force when he met his future wife, Juanita. They were married 64 years before she passed away in 2015.
Following his career in law enforcement, Trowbridge worked in the family business, was interested in technology and enjoyed riding motorcycles, something he loved doing even when he turned 90 years old.
"He always stayed active," said his son, Rob. "He was always tinkering."
The Trowbridges raised four children: Brenda, Cindy, Linda and Robert. They had six grandchildren, including the late Capt. Joseph Liedel of the Monroe Township Fire Department, who died in 2020 of a medical condition while he was on duty.
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Matthews to run for MCCC trustee
Jason Matthews, the elected president of the Monroe/Lenawee County AFL-CIO Central Labor Council, has announced his candidacy for a seat on the Monroe County Community College Board of Trustees.
"Jason is driven by his desire to improve the community and has a strong track record in volunteering," read a press release from Matthews' camp. He is the founder and organizer of Cultivate Community, also known as the "Clean it, Paint it, Plant it Program." He brought back and organized the Annual Labor Day Parade and Festival. Jason participates in the Gate Drive to benefit the United Way of Monroe/Lenawee Counties at DTE Monroe Power Plan and Fermi. He is a bell ringer for the Salvation Army of Monroe County raising funds for their annual campaign. He serves as a volunteer for the annual Easter Egg Hunt for the Monroe/Lenawee County AFL-CIO CLC in partnership with United Way of Monroe County. Additionally, Jason regularly volunteers for the Mobile Food Pantry and for Oaks of Righteousness.
"In recognition of his service to Monroe County he was awarded the United Way Everyday Hero Award, the Monroe Township Charlie Jackson Community Leadership Award, and the Walt Campbell Award."
An electrician by trade, Matthews works as an electrical superintendent for the Mid-American Group. He is a 23-year member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 8 and spent eleven years at the Fermi II Nuclear Power Plant.
"Jason Matthews is running for MCCC Trustee in an effort to build upon and expand the programs at the college," the press release continued. "He is particularly passionate about affordable education, hands-on training opportunities, and career preparedness. His key priorities include expanding educational opportunities in Monroe County, spearheading the Construction Readiness Program, and working with private industry to connect students to well-paying career pathways."
A long-time Monroe County resident, Matthews currently lives in Lambertville with his wife, Greta, and their five children. | https://www.monroenews.com/story/news/local/2022/09/16/matthews-to-run-for-mccc-trustee/69494612007/ | 2022-09-16T12:26:23Z | monroenews.com | control | https://www.monroenews.com/story/news/local/2022/09/16/matthews-to-run-for-mccc-trustee/69494612007/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Port of Monroe and partners strengthen Great Lakes short-sea-shipping network
The Port of Monroe recently commissioned a new Manitowoc crawler crane. Its first job was to load approximately 400 tons of special bar quality (SBQ) steel onto Interlake Steamship Company’s M/V Paul R. Tregurtha, the largest ship sailing the Great Lakes.
The crane was purchased with funds through the U.S. Maritime Administration’s Marine Highway program, according to a press release on the port's website. MARAD designated the Port of Monroe as part of Marine Highway Route M-90 in 2016. As a Marine Highway, the Port and its stakeholders are committed to developing and expanding marine highway service options in the United States to expand the use of America’s navigable waterways.
This latest cargo evolution is a perfect example of how the Port is working with its industry partners and local stakeholders to create new short-sea-shipping opportunities on the Great Lakes/St. Lawrence Seaway system.
“Every ton counts. Though small by volume, the enormity of this cargo evolution rivals anything that the Port has done in the last decade,” said Capt. Paul C. LaMarre, Port Director, Port of Monroe. “This trial cargo is the epitome of U. S. flagged, short sea shipping on the Great Lakes.”
The Port’s industrial partner and neighbor Gerdau Special Steel was looking for the most economical way to move SBQ manufactured in Monroe to their grinding ball mill in Duluth, Minnesota. The SBQ is used as a feedstock to manufacture grinding balls used in the mining industry.
The Tregurtha, one of the Port’s most frequent visitors, was identified as the perfect vessel to move the SBQ as it is on a dedicated route between Monroe and the twin ports of Duluth/Superior. The cargo was efficiently transported on an all-marine route, through the Soo Locks, saving at least 13,000 highway miles and 275 driving hours in truck resources on America’s congested roadways. | https://www.monroenews.com/story/news/local/2022/09/16/port-of-monroe-and-partners-strengthen-great-lakes-short-sea-shipping-network/69494584007/ | 2022-09-16T12:26:39Z | monroenews.com | control | https://www.monroenews.com/story/news/local/2022/09/16/port-of-monroe-and-partners-strengthen-great-lakes-short-sea-shipping-network/69494584007/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
In 2012, L.A.-based Anthony (Tony) Mostrom was selected to create over 300 portrait illustrations for a massive extravaganza: Jack White’s Third Man Records/Revenant Records’ two-volume opus, The Rise & Fall of Paramount Records. The project won Grammy Awards for its design, and in 2015, the Delta Blues Museum of Clarksdale, MS, mounted the exhibition Anthony Mostrom: Paramount Portraits—Drawings From the Rise & Fall of Paramount Records, Vol. 1 & 2.
One “box” is a detailed facsimile of a vintage-looking, handmade, sawn-oak phonograph carrying case; the other is a Machine Age-styled stainless steel and aluminum streamline portable turntable container. That Third Man and Revenant pulled out all the stops is an understatement.
Mostrom has worked on music packages for releases by Derek Bailey, Bob Dylan, The Eels, Henry Kaiser, Charley Patton and others. He is also a writer for Los Angeles Times and LA Weekly, and his comics and illos have appeared in dozens of magazines. I asked him to reflect on his exacting, stylized drawings for the Paramount set.
The Paramount Records boxed set is quite a massive (indeed, so much more ambitious than a mere CD box set) and beautiful (if not exquisite) production. How did you become involved?
I knew Dean Blackwood, the proprietor of Revenant Records and the guy who conceived these sets, for many years. I was just a big fan of his label, and I’d helped him out by supplying some obscure tapes here and there mainly of obscure avant-garde music. One day in September 2012 he called me up and said he had an art gig for me, which would involve a lot of work and time, so we talked about doing this and, of course, I was on board to do it … though when he told me it would involve literally hundreds of portraits of musicians, to be drawn over a two-year period for the two box-set volumes, it sounded like a huge bite out of my time—but I knew the only possible answer was, of course, yes. It had to be done, and it had to be me doing it.
Are you a longtime fan of the Paramount blues artists?
Yes, which is a big reason why I say these Paramount projects “had to” involve yours truly, which is something I felt right away. Somehow, suddenly in 1973 when I was 15 I became an instant fan and devourer of country blues music. I started buying LP compilations of Blind Lemon Jefferson, Blind Willie McTell and Barbecue Bob with a hungry fervor. It turned out there was a little record shop in Venice, CA, at the time that was being run by Mary Aldin, a blues DJ on a local Los Angeles radio station, and I went there and it was a goldmine of all these obscure, hard-to-find compilations, mainly from Europe, of very obscure bluesmen from the 1920s. I spent a couple of hundred dollars on those, walking out of there with my arms full and happily taking a bus all the way back home to the San Fernando Valley. I still have those records, too. The music is so “protein-rich” to the ears … I thought so then and I still think so now. And in this field, the discoveries even today just keep on coming: Just recently I heard some “new,” ultra-obscure 1920s bluesmen I wasn’t aware of whose sides were fantastic: Smokey Harrison and Bogus Blind Ben Covington. The music is rough and powerful, scratchy and profane … it’s everything good. A cornucopia of riches, this stuff.
You are a journalist, as well as an illustrator/comics artist. How are these disciplines wed?
In my mind, they aren’t. They’re just two interests that have been running parallel since I was pretty young, although the truth is I didn’t really start writing professionally until I was 25, except for a few childhood stabs at it. The first published articles were in fact about criminals, old L.A. criminals. I’ve written a lot about music, too, in my time, but never blues, actually.
How did this fascination with vintage criminals develop?
I remember discovering the famous Depression-era gangsters when I was a young, gawky 14-year-old Catholic school boy. Somehow I zeroed in on a book in the school library that was called The FBI Story. It had chapters on John Dillinger and Ma Barker. I was fascinated. And the fact that this was from the past, the era of old black-and-white movies, straw hats and Ford Model A’s added a special luster to the whole subject for me. But I was already what you might call “cheerfully morbid.” To quote Anthony Perkins in Psycho, “a boy needs a hobby.”
Are there other passions for history that intersect with crime and music? Is there a theme in your creative life?
Probably the overriding theme is a fascination with the 1920s generally, especially the grotesque: When I was about 6 or 7 I was deeply into the silent movie monsters of Lon Chaney Senior: the Phantom of the Opera and the Hunchback, all that good stuff. Even as a 6-year-old I drew some homemade Phantom “comic books,” which my mother kept. In fact it’s easy to see now how that easily led to the old-time criminals—these real-life, grotesque and evil people. But the musical interest is totally apart from that, except for the fact that it too is old and “vintage.” This fascination extends to the whole design look of the 1920s and ’30s, by the way. In fact, 1928 is probably my favorite year, visually speaking: the clothes, the movies, the relatively primitive magazine graphics, even the colors they liked to use back then: puce, mauve, teal and this weird, dark muddy yellow … it’s interesting.
From your written essays I see you’re an avid researcher. How much of your time was spent uncovering these Paramount artists?
Well, a lot actually, because I was mainly on my own when it came to trying to find any photos of the most ultra-ultra-obscure of these musicians going back to 1917. (Other team members did try to help, especially Alex van Der Tuuk, the great Paramount scholar from Holland.) As you can see when you flip through the biographical books in both sets, there were a lot of players that I never did find, which is really too bad. We had a few rare successes though, like contacting the grandson of this or that musician, and they actually would supply a photo to us. Professor Jerry Zolten, I think, managed to do that in a few cases.
What are you working on now?
I’m drawing some comic strips, actually, about some of the greatest of these Paramount Records bluesmen. Sort of inspired by the whole Rise & Fall of Paramount experience and the impressive “wonder cabinets” they turned out to be. These strips are sort of a promise I made to myself 9 or 10 years ago, but it’s never too late. I don’t know who will publish them, but we shall see! | https://www.printmag.com/daily-heller/the-daily-heller-the-blues-in-black-white/ | 2022-09-16T12:28:13Z | printmag.com | control | https://www.printmag.com/daily-heller/the-daily-heller-the-blues-in-black-white/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
PRINTCast: The PRINT Podcast Studio is a curated collection of cutting-edge podcasts we love about design, creativity, branding, books, and further subjects afield. Here’s the latest episode of Evolve CPG, a podcast about innovative leaders who are evolving the Consumer Packaged Goods industry by building better products and better brands to imagine a better world.
Although not particularly new to the US market, tahini has historically been found gathering dust at the bottom of the shelf in the international foods aisle instead of being celebrated in the kitchen for its versatility.
Today we are joined by Amy Zitelman, CEO and Co-Founder of Soom Foods, to talk about the various culinary uses of tahini, why she and her sisters started importing it, and the sustainable, regenerative qualities of the sesame crop and supply chain.
Tune in to hear from this inspiring entrepreneur who refused to allow the lack of evidence for a thriving tahini market in the US to deter her!
Key Points From This Episode:
- The role of consumer education when introducing products to a new market.
- Why Soom Foods founders, Amy Zitelman and her sisters chose to import tahini into the US.
- The rise of tahini in the national consciousness and its culinary versatility.
- What differentiates Soom from other tahini brands in the US.
- The importance of quality invariability in the US market.
- The pros and cons of prioritizing product simplicity.
- Soom Foods’ omnichannel sales approach.
- The sustainable and regenerative qualities of the sesame crop and supply chain.
- The advantages of regenerative agriculture.
- How Amy and her sisters manage the marriage of family and business.
- How the family dynamic permeates Soom’s company culture.
- Why ignorance is bliss when it comes to starting a business.
- The fine balance between trusting your intuition and calling on others’ perspectives.
- The value of feedback. | https://www.printmag.com/printcast/importing-food-culture-with-amy-zitelman-of-soom-foods/ | 2022-09-16T12:28:19Z | printmag.com | control | https://www.printmag.com/printcast/importing-food-culture-with-amy-zitelman-of-soom-foods/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Execs from Meta, ByteDance, Spotify, Bose, Sony, LinkedIn, PwC, and more will participate in sessions focusing on the Metaverse, and other top real-time engagement trends
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Agora, Inc. (NASDAQ: API), a pioneer and leading platform for real-time engagement APIs, today announced the full lineup of speakers for its flagship RTE2022 conference, which is set to take place from October 10 to October 12, 2022. RTE2022 – the world's largest conference exploring real-time engagement (RTE) technologies – will bring together the most influential and innovative leaders in the space to explore the future of interactive live streaming, the Metaverse and XR, social gaming, entertainment and commerce, virtual learning and collaboration, and more.
The conference – which is free and held virtually with a one-day live program in San Francisco – is expected to host approximately 400 in-person participants including exhibits, networking receptions, as well as thousands of attendees from around the world.
"Real-time engagement technology is the most authentic way to stay connected in-person, in digital worlds, and across the metaverse," said Tony Zhao, Agora's CEO and Founder, who will give the keynote speech at RTE2022. "For RTE2022, the theme is Out of This World, and we look forward to bringing together visionaries and experts from all over the globe to tell us how technology has inspired them and how they are reimagining the future of human interaction without boundaries."
This year's RTE2022 conference boasts an impressive and diverse lineup of speakers over its three days, including:
- Meta – Tolu Arogunmati, Product Manager and Tiantian Xu, Product Designer: Tolu will speak at the session Reimagining Sports Fan Engagement with New Real-Time Experiences, while Tiantian will conduct the session UX Design in Metaverse - Best Practices for Designing Virtual Experience.
- ByteDance – Xiaoyu Chen, Director of AI Solutions: Panelist at The Next Generation of Video Engagement Experiences in Social Environments and Platforms session.
- Spotify – Matt Ao, Senior Engineering Manager: Panelist at From Content Creation to Social Engagement: The Intersection of Technology Platforms and Digital Economy session.
- Bose – Marko Stamenovic, Principal Machine Learning Engineer: Panelist at Seeing is Believing, But Is Hearing session.
- Sony Corporation – Akira Tsukahara, Business Producer: Panelist at Seeing is Believing, But Is Hearing session.
- LinkedIn – Shiva Kumar Balakrishnan, Partnerships Lead, Live Events: Panelist at From Content Creation to Social Engagement: The Intersection of Technology Platforms and Digital Economy session.
- PwC – Jason Lovell, Metaverse Strategy: Panelist at Embracing the Core Technology of the Future: Real-Time Engagement as the Frontier of the Next Generation session.
- HTC – Shen Ye, Global Head of Products: Panelist at The Emergence of New Hardware Technologies: Creating Immersive Experiences in a Virtual World session.
- Magic Leap – Lisa Watts, VP Product Marketing & Developer Programs: Panelist at The Emergence of New Hardware Technologies: Creating Immersive Experiences in a Virtual World session.
- Makers Fund – Yohei Ishii, Venture Capitalist: Panelist at A Sense of Place: How RTE Enables Spatial Interactivity Beyond Our Physical World session.
- Andreessen Horowitz – Connie Chan, General Partner: Panelist at The Retail Revolution: Experiential E-Commerce in the Physical and Digital World session.
To see the full list of speakers set for RTE2022, please visit https://rte2022.agora.io/page/2201120/speakers.
About Agora
Agora is the leading Real-time Engagement Platform as a Service (RTE PaaS) company. Agora's mission is to make real-time engagement ubiquitous, allowing everyone to interact with anyone, in any application, anytime and anywhere. Agora's platform provides developers with simple, flexible and powerful application programming interfaces, or APIs, to embed real-time video and voice engagement experiences into their applications.
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PROVIDENCE, R.I., Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bally's Corporation (NYSE: BALY) today announced that Marc Crisafulli, EVP of Government Relations, Legal and Regulatory, will retire from the company, effective September 16, 2022.
Marc joined the company in May 2019 as EVP of Government Relations and then later served as EVP of Twin River Worldwide Holdings and President of Twin River and Tiverton Casinos, prior to the company's rebrand to Bally's Corporation in 2020. During his time with the company, and especially in his most recent role as Executive Vice President of Government Relations, Legal and Regulatory, Marc helped advance Bally's strategy by overseeing critical legislation and spearheading important partnerships in Rhode Island.
Lee Fenton, Bally's Chief Executive Officer, said, "I want to thank Marc for his commitment and many contributions to Bally's over the last few years. I especially want to acknowledge Marc's work with the State of Rhode Island, including his efforts in advancing important state legislation and for his role in moving our corporate headquarters to Providence. On behalf of our Board and management team, we want to thank Marc for his guidance and for his role in positioning us for our next phase of growth. We wish him the best in his retirement."
Most notably, under Marc's leadership, Bally's worked with International Game Technology (IGT) and the State of Rhode Island to form a three-way agreement, later resulting in passage of legislation 2021-H 5223A and 2021-S 0040A, aimed at preserving and enhancing Rhode Island's gaming revenue. Known as the Marc A. Crisafulli Economic Development Act, this legislation established a 20-year joint venture between Bally's and IGT that will create a licensed video lottery terminal provider to supply all gaming machines to the Rhode Island Division of Lotteries for Bally's Twin River Casino Hotel and Tiverton Casino Hotel and the State. The legislation also provides for a $250 million economic development investment plan.
Soo Kim, Chairman of Bally's Corporation's Board of Directors, said, "Marc led a robust expansion of Bally's in recent years. During his time, he developed important relationships and respect among regulators, partners, and colleagues. We look forward to building on what Marc has helped establish, and we wish him all the best in this next chapter."
Marc Crisafulli, outgoing EVP of Government Relations, Legal and Regulatory, said, "I could not be prouder of what our team has accomplished in just a few years, and I am especially grateful for the relationships formed and efforts executed in the State of Rhode Island. It has been a privilege to see the company grow and evolve, and I want to thank Lee and Soo, and the entire team for their support, leadership and friendship. I wish the company continued success."
About Bally's Corporation
Bally's Corporation is a global casino-entertainment company with a growing omni-channel presence of Online Sports Betting and iGaming offerings. It currently owns and manages 14 casinos across 10 states, a horse racetrack in Colorado and has access to OSB licenses in 18 states. It also owns Gamesys Group, a leading, global, online gaming operator, Bally's Interactive, a first-in-class sports betting platform, Monkey Knife Fight, the fastest growing daily fantasy sports site in North America, SportCaller, a leading, global B2B free-to-play game provider, and Telescope Inc., a leading provider of real-time fan engagement solutions.
With approximately 10,000 employees, Bally's casino operations include more than 15,800 slot machines, 500 table games and 5,300 hotel rooms. Upon closing the previously announced Tropicana Las Vegas (NV) transaction, as well as completing the construction of a land-based casino near the Nittany Mall in State College, PA, Bally's will own and manage 16 casinos across 11 states. Its shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "BALY".
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WASHINGTON, DC, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - The founders of the District Cup are pleased to announce the 102nd District Cup presented by Truist will be played on the National Mall on Sunday, September 25.
The 2022 District Cup benefits: Nats4Good, Georgetown University Hospital - Capital Breast Cancer Center, Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington, and The Jamaur Law Foundation.
Games are played at West Potomac Park: 4592 Ohio Drive SW, Washington, DC 20418
- 12:30 PM - Cultural Polo Cup Final
- 2:00 PM - The District Cup Final
- 4:00 PM - Trophy & Award Presentations
Admission is by ticket only or for press with pre-cleared credentials. Contact Christian Bentley: christian.bentley@thedistrictcup.com to obtain credentials to cover the event.
On-camera interviews and video opportunities with polo ponies are available at Twilight Polo on Saturday, September 17 between 6-8:30 pm at Great Meadow in The Plains, Virginia. Additional advanced coverage opportunities include the preliminary matches of the District Cup being played from 1- 4 pm on Friday, September 23 at Great Meadow Sheila C. Johnson Polo Field in The Plains, Virginia.
"We are delighted to celebrate 102 years of polo on the National Mall with this year's District Cup. We can't wait to host members of the Diplomatic Corps in addition to the local DC community in what promises to be a fantastic celebration of sports, international friendship, and our beautiful capital city" said Nico Baca, co-founder of the District Cup.
Co-chairs of the 2022 District Cup are: Scotty Greenwood, Tamon George, Jocelyn Moore, Sandy Thurman, Linda Moore, Charlie Muldoon, and founders Nico Baca and Dario Sotomayor.
Since 1920, the District Cup has been played at West Potomac Park. District Cup organizers work closely with the National Park Service and various polo clubs across the country and several international federations to actively recruit players, horses, and polo experts to keep our beloved horses, riders, and guests safe. The District Cup is an inclusive event intended to provide access to polo and encourage participation in the sport.
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Gundry MD's Support of charity: water Has Funded Over 250 Clean Water Projects, Providing Clean Water to Over 37,000 People in Ethiopia, Nepal, Uganda, and Madagascar
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gundry MDTM, a wellness brand of food and supplements founded by top cardiothoracic surgeon and nutrition pioneer Dr. Steven Gundry, announces the progress of their ongoing sponsorship of charity: water. Since 2016, Gundry MD has supported charity: water to bring clean and safe drinking water to people in developing countries. Nearly 1 in 10 people worldwide live without clean water. Of this number, the majority live in isolated rural areas and spend hours every day walking to collect water for their family. charity: water's approach isn't just to build water projects but to keep these projects sustainable so that clean water can keep flowing for years to come.
Gundry MD's support of charity: water has funded 255 water projects across Ethiopia, Nepal, Uganda, and Madagascar. Their donations of over $2 million toward these water projects have had a total impact of serving 37,096 people.
"Nothing is more important to our health and longevity than having clean water to drink," said Dr. Stephen Gundry, founder of Gundry MD "The important work that charity: water is doing helps to change so many lives and preserve communities, and I couldn't be more proud of our Gundry MD's sponsorship of this incredible organization."
Dr. Steven Gundry and Gundry MD are committed to continuing their support of charity: water and helping to bring clean drinking water to the millions of people worldwide that do not have access to it. The majority live in secluded areas, where the water is often contaminated and carries diseases that kill more people each year than all forms of violence, including war. By supporting charity: water, Gundry MD helps give these families access to clean water that allows for better health, increased access to food, more time for children's education, and a growing local economy.
About charity: water
charity: water is a nonprofit organization that brings clean and safe drinking water to people in developing countries. Built on a transparent foundation, 100 percent of public donations collected by charity: water go to clean water initiatives and they work alongside strong local partners to build and maintain water projects. charity: water was created in 2006, and since then they have helped more than 15 million people gain access to clean water. To learn more about charity: water please visit charitywater.org
About Gundry MD
Founded in 2015 by heart surgeon, nutrition pioneer and medical-device inventor Dr. Steven Gundry, Gundry MD is dedicated to providing cutting-edge solutions to its users by using science-backed ingredients to offer metabolism support, energy, smooth, easy digestion, and a youthful-feeling mind and body. These amazing results all begin with feeding your body powerful nutrients like polyphenols, a powerful health supporter. Based on his many years of research on nutrition, Dr. Gundry helps create every Gundry MD product. Best-selling Gundry MD products include Total Restore, Bio Complete 3, Energy Renew, MCT Wellness, and Polyphenol-Rich Olive Oil. All Gundry MD products come with a 90-day refund guarantee if you are not satisfied. For more information about Gundry MD, visit www.gundrymd.com or @gundrymd on Instagram and Facebook.
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GAITHERSBURG, Md., Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX), a biotechnology company dedicated to developing and commercializing next-generation vaccines for serious infectious diseases, today announced that the Taiwan Food and Drug Administration (TFDA) has granted expanded emergency use authorization (EUA) for Nuvaxovid™ (NVX-CoV2373) COVID-19 vaccine for active immunization to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in adolescents aged 12 through 17.
"In Taiwan, we have seen strong use of our protein-based COVID-19 vaccine in adults and are pleased to expand availability to adolescents aged 12 through 17 as we prepare for more time spent indoors during the fall and winter months and possible COVID-19 surges," said Stanley C. Erck, President and Chief Executive Officer, Novavax. "We believe that our vaccine, developed using an innovative approach to traditional technology, may help increase adolescent vaccination rates."
The EUA is based on data from the ongoing pediatric expansion of the Phase 3 PREVENT-19 trial of 2,247 adolescents aged 12 through 17 years across 75 sites in the U.S., to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of Nuvaxovid. In the pediatric expansion, Nuvaxovid achieved its primary efficacy endpoint with clinical efficacy of 78.29% (95% CI: 37.55%, 92.45%) overall at a time when the Delta variant was the predominant circulating SARS-CoV-2 strain in the U.S. The efficacy analysis was supported by assessment of antibody titers that were shown to be higher in adolescents than in young adults.
Preliminary safety data from the pediatric expansion showed the vaccine to be generally well-tolerated. Serious and severe adverse reactions (AR) were low in number and balanced between vaccine and placebo groups, and not considered related to the vaccine. Local and systemic reactogenicity was generally lower than or similar to adults, after the first and second dose. Among participants 12 through 17 years of age, solicited ARs following administration of any dose of the vaccine were injection site pain/tenderness (75.0%), headache (56.9%), fatigue/malaise (57.9%), muscle pain (49.0%), nausea/vomiting (19.9%), joint pain (16.2%), fever (16.9%), injection site swelling (8.0%), and injection site redness (7.5%). Most were mild-to-moderate in severity and lasted less than two days. No new safety signal was observed through the placebo-controlled portion of the pediatric expansion.
In the 12 through 17-year-old population, the vaccine has been authorized in more than 10 markets including the U.S., the European Union, and the United Kingdom (U.K.).
The TFDA previously granted EUA for Nuvaxovid to prevent COVID-19 in adults aged 18 and older in June 2022.
The trade name Nuvaxovid™ has not yet been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
- Nuvaxovid is contraindicated in persons who have a hypersensitivity to the active substance, or to any of the excipients.
- Events of anaphylaxis have been reported with administration of COVID-19 vaccines. Appropriate medical treatment and supervision should be available in case of an anaphylactic reaction following the administration of the vaccine. Close observation for at least 15 minutes is recommended and a second dose of the vaccine should not be given to those who have experienced anaphylaxis to the first dose of the vaccine.
- Anxiety-related reactions, including vasovagal reactions (syncope), hyperventilation, or stress‐related reactions may occur in association with vaccination as a psychogenic response to the needle injection. It is important that precautions are in place to avoid injury from fainting.
- Vaccination should be postponed in individuals suffering from an acute severe febrile illness or acute infection. The presence of a minor infection and/or low-grade fever should not delay vaccination.
- Nuvaxovid should be given with caution in individuals receiving anticoagulant therapy or those with thrombocytopenia or any coagulation disorder (such as haemophilia) because bleeding or bruising may occur following an intramuscular administration in these individuals.
- The efficacy of Nuvaxovid may be lower in immunosuppressed individuals.
- Administration of Nuvaxovid in pregnancy should only be considered when the potential benefits outweigh any potential risks for the mother and foetus.
- The effects with Nuvaxovid may temporarily affect the ability to drive or use machines.
- Individuals may not be fully protected until seven days after their second dose. As with all vaccines, vaccination with Nuvaxovid may not protect all vaccine recipients.
- The most frequent adverse reactions in adolescents 12 to 17 years of age were injection site tenderness, injection site pain, headache, myalgia, fatigue, malaise, nausea or vomiting, arthralgia, injection site swelling, pyrexia, and injection site redness.
For more information on NVX-CoV2373 please visit the following website:
Nuvaxovid is a protein-based vaccine engineered from the genetic sequence of the first strain of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 disease. The vaccine was created using Novavax' recombinant nanoparticle technology to generate antigen derived from the coronavirus spike (S) protein and is formulated with Novavax' patented saponin-based Matrix-M™ adjuvant to enhance the immune response and stimulate high levels of neutralizing antibodies. Nuvaxovid contains purified protein antigen and can neither replicate, nor can it cause COVID-19.
Nuvaxovid is packaged as a ready-to-use liquid formulation in a vial containing 10 doses. The vaccination regimen calls for two 0.5 ml doses (5 mcg antigen and 50 mcg Matrix-M adjuvant) given intramuscularly 21 days apart. The vaccine is stored at 2°- 8° Celsius, enabling the use of existing vaccine supply and cold chain channels. Use of the vaccine should be in accordance with official recommendations.
Novavax has established partnerships for the manufacture, commercialization, and distribution of Nuvaxovid worldwide. Existing authorizations leverage Novavax' manufacturing partnership with Serum Institute of India, the world's largest vaccine manufacturer by volume. They will later be supplemented with data from additional manufacturing sites throughout Novavax' global supply chain.
NVX-CoV2373 continues being evaluated in two pivotal Phase 3 trials.
PREVENT-19 (the PRE-fusion protein subunit Vaccine Efficacy Novavax Trial | COVID-19) is a 2:1 randomized, placebo-controlled, observer-blinded trial to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and immunogenicity of NVX-CoV2373 with Matrix-M adjuvant in 29,960 participants 18 years of age and over in 119 locations in the U.S. and Mexico. The primary endpoint for PREVENT-19 was the first occurrence of PCR-confirmed symptomatic (mild, moderate, or severe) COVID-19 with onset at least seven days after the second dose in serologically negative (to SARS-CoV-2) adult participants at baseline. The statistical success criterion included a lower bound of 95% CI >30%. A secondary endpoint was the prevention of PCR-confirmed, symptomatic moderate or severe COVID-19. Both endpoints were assessed at least seven days after the second study vaccination in volunteers who had not been previously infected with SARS-CoV-2. In the trial, NVX-CoV2373 achieved 90.4% efficacy overall. It was generally well-tolerated and elicited a robust antibody response after the second dose in both studies. Full results of the trial were published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM).
The pediatric expansion of PREVENT-19 is a 2:1 randomized, placebo-controlled, observer-blinded trial to evaluate the safety, effectiveness, and efficacy of NVX-CoV2373 with Matrix-M adjuvant in 2,247 adolescent participants 12 to 17 years of age in 73 locations in the U.S., compared with placebo. In the pediatric trial, the vaccine achieved its primary effectiveness endpoint (non-inferiority of the neutralizing antibody response compared to young adult participants 18 through 25 years of age from PREVENT-19) and demonstrated 80% efficacy overall at a time when the Delta variant of concern was the predominant circulating strain in the U.S. Additionally, immune responses were about two-to-three-fold higher in adolescents than in adults against all variants studied.
Additionally, a trial conducted in the U.K. with 14,039 participants aged 18 years and over was designed as a randomized, placebo-controlled, observer-blinded study and achieved overall efficacy of 89.7%. The primary endpoint was based on the first occurrence of PCR-confirmed symptomatic (mild, moderate, or severe) COVID-19 with onset at least seven days after the second study vaccination in serologically negative (to SARS-CoV-2) adult participants at baseline. Full results of the trial were published in NEJM.
Novavax' patented saponin-based Matrix-M adjuvant has demonstrated a potent and well-tolerated effect by stimulating the entry of antigen-presenting cells into the injection site and enhancing antigen presentation in local lymph nodes, boosting immune response.
Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX) is a biotechnology company that promotes improved health globally through the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative vaccines to prevent serious infectious diseases. The company's proprietary recombinant technology platform harnesses the power and speed of genetic engineering to efficiently produce highly immunogenic nanoparticles designed to address urgent global health needs. The Novavax COVID-19 vaccine, has received authorization from multiple regulatory authorities globally, including the U.S. FDA, the European Commission, and the World Health Organization. The vaccine is currently under review by multiple regulatory agencies worldwide, including for additional indications and populations such as adolescents and as a booster. In addition to its COVID-19 vaccine, Novavax is also currently evaluating its COVID-19-Influenza Combination vaccine candidate in a Phase 1/2 clinical trial, its quadrivalent influenza investigational vaccine candidate, and an Omicron strain-based vaccine (NVX-CoV2515) as well as a bivalent format Omicron-based / original strain-based vaccine. These vaccine candidates incorporate Novavax' proprietary saponin-based Matrix-M adjuvant to enhance the immune response and stimulate high levels of neutralizing antibodies.
For more information, visit www.novavax.com and connect with us on LinkedIn.
Statements herein relating to the future of Novavax, its operating plans and prospects, its partnerships, the timing of clinical trial results, the ongoing development of NVX-CoV2373, NVX-CoV2515 and bivalent Omicron-based / original strain based vaccine, a COVID-seasonal influenza combination investigational vaccine candidate, a quadrivalent influenza investigational vaccine candidate, the scope, timing and outcome of future regulatory filings and actions, including Novavax' plans to supplement existing authorizations with data from the additional manufacturing sites in Novavax' global supply chain, additional worldwide authorizations of NVX-CoV2373 for use in adults and adolescents, and as a booster, the evolving COVID-19 pandemic, the potential impact and reach of Novavax and NVX-CoV2373 in addressing vaccine access, controlling the pandemic and protecting populations, the efficacy, safety intended utilization, and the expected administration of NVX-CoV2373 are forward-looking statements. Novavax cautions that these forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, challenges satisfying, alone or together with partners, various safety, efficacy, and product characterization requirements, including those related to process qualification and assay validation, necessary to satisfy applicable regulatory authorities; difficulty obtaining scarce raw materials and supplies; resource constraints, including human capital and manufacturing capacity, on the ability of Novavax to pursue planned regulatory pathways; unanticipated challenges or delays in conducting clinical trials; challenges meeting contractual requirements under agreements with multiple commercial, governmental, and other entities; and those other risk factors identified in the "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" sections of Novavax' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 and subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). We caution investors not to place considerable reliance on forward-looking statements contained in this press release. You are encouraged to read our filings with the SEC, available at www.sec.gov and www.novavax.com, for a discussion of these and other risks and uncertainties. The forward-looking statements in this press release speak only as of the date of this document, and we undertake no obligation to update or revise any of the statements. Our business is subject to substantial risks and uncertainties, including those referenced above. Investors, potential investors, and others should give careful consideration to these risks and uncertainties.
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How Putin's invasion impacts your power bill
Surging electricity costs are a fresh source of inflationary pressure.
Driving the news: This week's Consumer Price Index report showed costs for electricity in the U.S. climbed at their fastest rate in 40 years.
- In August, average electricity prices were nearly 16% higher than they were in August 2021.
Why it matters: Like high gasoline prices, escalating electricity costs act as a tax on consumer spending, potentially slowing the economy.
- On a more personal level, it’s a hardship for many families. Over 20 million U.S. households have fallen behind on their utility bills, as Bloomberg recently reported.
- Those delinquencies, and the end of pandemic-related moratoriums on utilities cutting service, sets the stage for a “tsunami of shutoffs,” one observer told Bloomberg.
The big picture: Surging American electricity costs are a distant but direct consequence of the Russian war on Ukraine, which created arguably the biggest shock to the global energy system since the oil crisis of the 1970s.
How it works: Prior to the war, Russia was the main supplier of Europe's imported energy in the form of oil, natural gas and coal.
- Since the invasion, sanctions and embargoes disrupted those supplies. (Russia just cut off all natural gas flows to Germany via its Nordstream 1 pipeline under the Baltic sea, for instance.)
- European prices for these products exploded higher as a result.
- Those high prices attracted imports from around the world — including from the U.S., via stateside export terminals that liquefy the gas for overseas shipping.
- To compete with high European prices, U.S. natural gas prices have risen too — though not as much. The U.S. benchmark for wholesale natural gas is up about 70% over the last 12 months, while the European benchmark has skyrocketed by roughly 240%.
- Since natural gas is the source of about 40% of U.S. electricity generation, those higher prices feed through to higher monthly bills.
Yes, but: America's system of regulated utilities, which forces some power providers to get regulators' clearance for price increases, means Americans are being spared the full impact of the gas price spike.
- It's cold comfort — but at least electricity bills aren't up 70%, as natural gas prices are.
What we're watching: How Washington policymakers respond to the inevitable rise in consumer complaints about soaring electricity bills.
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INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ren, a leading innovator in reshaping today's philanthropic economy, today announced it received prestigious recognition in the 10th annual Best in Biz Awards International program, an independent global business awards program judged each year by prominent editors and reporters from top-tier publications.
Ren is the winner of a silver award in the Company of the Year – Americas category. The award highlights Ren's ongoing commitment to serving as an innovator and forward-thinking leader in charitable giving services.
Winners in this year's Best in Biz International program were determined based on scoring from an independent panel of judges hailing from a wide spectrum of top-tier publications and media outlets and representing a total of 15 countries from all continents. Each year, only editors, writers, and contributors to business, consumer, financial, trade, and technology publications, as well as broadcast outlets and analyst firms, serve as judges in Best in Biz Awards. The program's uniqueness stems, in part, from this unparalleled composition of its judging panels, enabling it to best leverage the judges' objectivity, experience, and unmatched expertise to determine award winners.
"Ren is honored to receive this recognition from independent judges around the globe," said Joe Fisher, President and CEO at Ren. "We are a trusted partner to financial institutions, advisors, and charities. We arm them with services, expertise, and modern solutions they need to maximize the impact of charitable giving."
Since 2011, Best in Biz Awards has made its mark as the only independent business awards program judged each year by a who's who of reporters and editors. For more information, visit http://intl.bestinbizawards.com.
Ren is a driving force that powers people, ideas, and institutions for good. As a leading independent philanthropic solutions provider in North America, Ren supports more than $20 billion of assets and delivers the expertise, standards, and technology necessary to power growth and scale throughout the philanthropic economy. The country's most elite financial services firms, nonprofit organizations, and community foundations rely on Ren to provide online access for donors, professional advisors, and staff to manage their planned gifts, including charitable trusts, donor-advised funds, pooled income funds, endowments, and private foundations. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Ren holds a SOC 2 Type 1 certification that underscores its commitment to trust, security, compliance, and transparency. Visit www.reninc.com.
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The strong dollar is keeping a lid on import prices
Import prices have started to tumble, thanks to the strong dollar.
Why it matters: The decline shows one channel through which the Fed's rate hikes — the key reason for the recent strength in the greenback — can tamp down inflation.
Driving the news: Fresh government data on Thursday showed import prices fell sharply for the second straight month in August.
- Prices for all imports fell 1% during the month.
- Much of that was because of lower prices for imported petroleum, which dropped more than 7% during the month.
- It's not just oil though. Prices for non-fuel imports have fallen for four straight months.
Between the lines: The drop in import prices is really just the flip side of the runaway strength of the U.S. dollar.
- One widely watched measure of the dollar, the ICE U.S. dollar index, is up roughly 14% in 2022, a massive move compared to the moderate ranges currencies typically trade in.
How it works: When currencies appreciate it means that money is able to buy more foreign goods than it used to, or buy the same amount at a lower price. Thus, in this case, import prices are lower in dollar terms.
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GREENWICH, Conn., Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Starwood Property Trust, Inc. (NYSE: STWD) ("the Company") today announced that the Company's Board of Directors has declared a dividend of $0.48 per share of common stock for the quarter ending September 30, 2022. The dividend is payable on October 14, 2022 to stockholders of record as of September 30, 2022.
About Starwood Property Trust, Inc.
Starwood Property Trust (NYSE: STWD) is a leading diversified finance company with a core focus on the real estate and infrastructure sectors. An affiliate of global private investment firm, Starwood Capital Group, the Company has successfully deployed over $91 billion of capital since inception and manages a portfolio of over $27 billion across debt and equity investments. Starwood Property Trust's investment objective is to generate attractive and stable returns for shareholders, primarily through dividends, by leveraging a premiere global organization to identify and execute on the best risk-adjusted returning investments across its target assets. Additional information can be found at www.starwoodpropertytrust.com.
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Things to do in Austin, Sept. 16-18
🎉 Celebrate Diez y Seis, or Mexican Independence Day, at the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center's 15th-annual Viva México celebration tomorrow from 6-10pm.
🎨 Visit one of Austin's museums for free through Sunday for this year's Austin Museum Day.
🍿 Head to Dreamland tonight for a free screening of Disney's "Coco" at 7pm.
🩰 Catch Ballet Austin's version of "The Taming of the Shrew," a one-weekend-only comedic ballet from tonight through Sunday. Tickets start at $15.
⚽️ For sports fans: Watch Austin FC and Nashville SC at Q2 Stadium at 8pm Saturday. Plus, the Texas Longhorns will take on the UTSA Roadrunners at DKR Stadium at 7pm Saturday.
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Best Day Ever: Enrique Mazzola of Lyric Opera
Lyric Opera of Chicago has opened its season with Verdi's "Ernani," directed by Enrique Mazzola.
- We recently caught up with the colorful music director to ask about his ideal day in Chicago.
🥐 Breakfast: "I am very Italian in my habits, and in Italy, differently from here, we are used to a breakfast that is just a lovely cappuccino and a croissant (we call it 'cornetto'). So for my breakfast, usually I go to Hendrickx, a magnificent Belgian bakery. I suggest the chocolate croissant!"
🚶 Morning activity: "If I am free in the morning, I just go out and walk along the Lakefront trail to relax."
🍔 Lunch: "When I arrive home in Chicago, after a few months in Europe, I run to Little Goat for the best burger!"
🛍 Afternoon activity: "Lyric Opera for rehearsals or, for shopping, Nordstrom, Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, but also every boutique on Michigan Avenue."
🇻🇳 Dinner: "I love Le Colonial. Fantastic Vietnamese food with a lovely modern presentation. My very favorite is ca hoi nuong (a delicious roasted salmon)."
🎼 Evening activity: "No doubt about this one — conducting at Lyric Opera. This is my passion, and I have the privilege to love my job, make music, and inspire the thousands and thousands of people coming to Lyric for an extraordinary evening! Please come join us!"
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Dallas Fair Park renovation headed to voters
Prominent Dallas politicians and business leaders have partnered to urge voters to approve a proposition that would increase the hotel occupancy tax to fund a new convention center and the renovation of key buildings in Fair Park.
Driving the news: Dallas heavyweights — including current Mayor Eric Johnson, former Mayor Tom Leppert and former U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison, for whom the convention center is named — gathered yesterday to promote Proposition A, which will be on November ballots.
Why it matters: Though most of the $1.5 billion measure would go toward building a convention center, $300 million would be earmarked for Fair Park, potentially making it the largest single investment in the landmark's history.
Details: The bonds would be paid for by a 2% increase to the city's hotel occupancy tax, which is applied to stays at hotels and motels and short-term rentals.
- Fair Park's money will go toward revitalizing the Cotton Bowl, Music Hall, Band Shell, Coliseum, and the Automobile and Centennial buildings.
- The new convention center would still be named for Hutchison and is being pitched as a connector of Downtown and southern Dallas.
By the numbers: Some 5.5 million people visit Fair Park annually, and only 40% go during the State Fair of Texas, which opens Sept. 30.
- Last winter, 232,000 people visited the holiday light maze Enchant during its first year in Dallas.
What they're saying: The investment in Fair Park will end decades of a "band-aid and duct tape approach" to maintenance, Fair Park First CEO Brian Luallen tells Axios.
- "The visitor experience is very poor," he said.
The bottom line: The Transform Dallas coalition will heavily promote the proposition until Election Day to ensure it gets noticed down-ballot amid a heated governor's race and closely watched midterms.
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Broncos game day: Where to tailgate, park and more
Football is back, and we've got you covered if you intend to head to the stadium this season.
- Here's what you need to know to be game-day ready:
Key home games
1. San Francisco 49ers, Week 3
The Broncos and Niners ran the NFL in the '90s, and we may see history repeat itself this decade, too.
- Details: Sunday, Sept. 25 at 6:20pm
2. Las Vegas Raiders, Week 11
Denver lost both games to the Raiders last year, so getting revenge in Mile High would be sweet.
- Details: Sunday, Nov. 2o at 2:05pm
3. Arizona Cardinals, Week 15
New Broncos QB Russell Wilson has plenty of experience against Arizona from his days as a Seattle Seahawk. Wilson is 11-8-1 against the Cards in his career.
- Details: Sunday, Dec. 18 at 2:05pm
Tickets
Single-game tickets are available here.
How to get there
Information about parking and other ways to get to Mile High Stadium is available here.
- Stadium Address: 1701 Bryant St.
Where to eat/drink
Just outside of Mile High stadium, Little Machine Brewery features two dog-friendly patios, local art and a round bar.
- Hours: Sunday 11am-10pm, Monday-Thursday noon-11pm, Friday-Saturday 11am-11pm
- Address: 2924 W. 20th Ave.
2. Cilantro
Cilantro's menu is mostly comprised of cuisine from the Mexican state of Jalisco, and it's an easy walk to the stadium.
- Hours: Daily 11am-9pm
- Address: 1703 Federal Blvd.
3. Briar Common Brewery + Eatery
Get ready for the game while sipping one of Briar Common's fruit beers on the rooftop patio.
- Hours: Sunday 11am-9pm, Monday-Thursday 11am-10pm, Friday-Saturday 11am-11pm
- Address: 2298 N. Clay St.
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What's new for Denver Broncos games at Empower Field in 2022
The Denver Broncos return to Mile High Stadium on Sunday for their first home game of the season.
Catch up quick: Quarterback Russell Wilson's team started with a loss on a controversial last play in Seattle on Monday night.
- Next up: The Houston Texans. The Broncos rate higher in our NFL power rankings, but the Texans surprised many with a tie in the opening week.
What's new: Plenty is new on the field with Wilson at the helm and new coach Nathaniel Hackett making calls.
Yes, but: What we're excited about is the new menu of concessions at Broncos stadium.
- A food hall concept in section 127 will offer three restaurants — including burgers from The Cherry Cricket, tacos from Wild Taco and Osteria Marco.
- Hot Tots — from chef Frank Bonanno's Capitol Hill neighborhood joint — is a tasty and not-to-spicy tater tots and crispy chicken in section 119.
- And you can find Boulder-based Ozo Foods' plant-based burgers throughout the stadium, as well as a surprisingly good plant-based meatball sub.
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Demand Pullback Anticipated in Other Markets
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a recently published report from Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for market information about the telecommunications, networks, and data center industries, the US cloud hyperscalers—Amazon, Google, Meta, and Microsoft—increased data center capex by 45 percent in 2Q 2022, propelling global data center capex to new heights. However, demand pullback is anticipated among certain Chinese and Tier 3 US cloud service providers and select enterprise verticals.
"Data center capex attained the highest growth in more than three years, driven by ongoing footprint expansion and adoption of accelerated computing by the US hyperscalers," said Baron Fung, Research Director at Dell'Oro Group. "However, growth in other markets was mixed, as some enterprise customers are delaying their data center purchases due to mounting economic uncertainties, while others continue to contend with persistent supply challenges. Nevertheless, double-digit growth in server average selling prices from the transition to new server architectures and higher supply chain costs fueled topline growth for the quarter," explained Fung.
Additional highlights from the 2Q 2022 Data Center IT Capex Quarterly Report:
- Backlog and higher equipment pricing are projected to drive data center capex in the second half of 2022.
- The Top 4 US cloud service providers are scheduled to launch services in more than 30 new regions in 2022.
- Data center capex growth is expected to moderate in all segments in 2023.
Dell'Oro Group's Data Center IT Capex Quarterly Report details the data center infrastructure capital expenditures of each of the ten largest Cloud service providers, as well as the Rest-of-Cloud, Telco, and Enterprise customer segments. Allocation of the data center infrastructure capex for servers, storage systems, and other auxiliary data center equipment is provided. The report also discusses market trends, drivers of the leading Cloud service providers' capex growth during the quarter, and the outlook for the next year. To purchase this report, please contact us at dgsales@delloro.com.
Dell'Oro Group is a market research firm that specializes in strategic competitive analysis in the telecommunications, enterprise network, data center infrastructure, and network security markets.Our firm provides in-depth quantitative data and qualitative analysis to facilitate critical, fact-based business decisions. For more information, contact Dell'Oro Group at +1.650.622.9400 or visit www.delloro.com.
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Des Moines' weekend planner: Sept. 16-17
Friday
- Friday through Sunday at Western Gateway Park in downtown DSM. Free admission.
🍁 Beaverdale Fall Festival: There's no people parade thanks to sewer construction but the annual dog parade, car night and other thrills are on.
- Friday and Saturday on Beaver and Urbandale avenues, between Beaver Crest Drive and Adams Avenue in DSM. Free to attend.
🎭 "Guys and Dolls": The local production launches Friday and will run through Oct. 2.
- The DSM Playhouse. Tickets range from $29-$53.
Saturday
🗑 MEGA SCRUB: Dump bulk items, household hazardous waste and tires for free.
- Multiple locations, 7am-1pm. DSM residents only.
🍺 Lua Oktoberfest & Parking Lot Party
- At Lua Brewing in DSM, 11am-11pm. ($18-$22)
🏈 College Football
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Free speech film features landmark Tinker v. Des Moines case
The 1960s court case Tinker v. Des Moines is featured in a free online film posted by the Annenberg Public Policy Center at the University of Pennsylvania.
- It's in recognition of Constitution Day this Saturday.
Why it matters: The case resulted in a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that confirmed students' rights to free speech or expression in public schools.
Plus: The film features interviews with Mary Beth Tinker.
- She was 13 when she, her brother John and three other students were suspended from Des Moines Public Schools for wearing black armbands in protest of the Vietnam War.
Catch up fast: School officials said the armbands were a distraction to education. The ACLU challenged the case as a violation of the First Amendment.
- Lower court decisions siding with the school were overturned in a 1969 SCOTUS ruling that says constitutional rights do not end at schoolhouse gates.
Yes, but: The court also established guidelines — commonly known as the "Tinker Test" — that say students can't substantially disrupt school or impinge on the rights of others.
The intrigue: The film highlights the reaction to a silent, symbolic protest from a few teenagers and how it developed into a landmark case.
- Her family got hate mail and a bomb threat to their home soon after the school suspensions, Mary Beth says in the film.
Watch it: "First Amendment: Student Freedom of Speech"
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Roof leak causes $90K in damage at Wells Fargo Arena
Roof leaks last month caused roughly $90,000 in damages at Wells Fargo Arena and Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center.
- The site's general manager Chris Connolly told Axios Thursday that electrical damages at Wells Fargo resulted in a power failure and emergency repairs.
State of play: Some of the roofs are nearly two decades old and their replacement is among Polk County government's top priorities for next spring.
- The total cost for roof replacement is estimated at $6 million.
Driving the news: Some of the work is being expedited to avoid more damage, Polk County Administrator John Norris tells Axios.
- He gave preliminary approval last week for the county to move ahead with just over $1.3 million worth of repairs, which will take about four months to complete.
Of note: Emergency repairs should not affect the county's ongoing review of whether to add solar panels to the roofs.
- Solar decisions will likely be made next year, Norris said.
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Vasectomies in Iowa have increased since overturning of Roe v. Wade
Vasectomies at Lakeview Center for Urology in West Des Moines have more than doubled since Roe v. Wade was overturned in June, Fawad Zafar, a doctor there, tells Axios.
Why it matters: Lakeview's experience isn't isolated, marking what could be a significant shift in the evolution of the attitudes about a man's role in family planning.
- Doctors across the country are reporting surges in the procedure's popularity, The Washington Post reports.
Catch up quick: Decisions about abortion access are now largely in the hands of state governments.
- For now, abortion remains legal during the first 20 weeks of pregnancy in Iowa but Gov. Kim Reynolds is working to further restrict the procedure.
State of play: Dozens of Iowa's obstetric units and birthing centers have closed since 2000, creating what some refer to as a maternal/child health desert.
- The longtime demise of family-planning and care options has resulted in a change in psyche among men, The Post reports.
- A Generation Lab poll in May found that 11% of men would be more likely to get a vasectomy if abortion was illegal, Axios' Shawna Chen reports.
Zoom in: Lakeview is now performing more than 60 vasectomies a month and has extended its hours to accommodate the demand, Zafar said.
- Both single men and those in relationships are increasingly seeking the procedure. And the majority don't have children, Zafar said.
Of note: Vasectomies generally cost around $1,000, according to NerdWallet.
- They can be successfully reversed in most cases, according to an analysis published last year in the journal SN Comprehensive Clinical Medicine.
Big picture: It's unclear if the recent uptick in vasectomies at some facilities is a blip or the start of a long-term trend, The New York Times reports.
- Planned Parenthood North Central States, which operates in DSM, saw a small increase in questions about the procedure — which it doesn't offer — soon after the Supreme Court ruling. But that has since leveled off, spokesperson Sheena Dooley told Axios.
- Broadlawns Medical Center's Urology Clinic has not seen an increase in demand, spokesperson Katie Wengert told Axios.
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Projects scrutinized as Arkansas' ARPA funds dwindle
Water projects got a nod, while hospitals got a timeout from the Arkansas Legislative Council's (ALC) expenditure review committee this week.
State of play: Approval by the ALC is the next step in funding projects that received initial recommendations from the governor-appointed American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Steering Committee.
Flashback: In all, the committee recommended spending over $423 million from the state's total of $1.57 billion in federal funds last month.
- The group suggested a combined $280 million for water projects requested by the state Department of Agriculture in mid-August.
- Then in late August, the steering committee recommended a combined $114 million for projects — including money to keep several Arkansas hospitals from closing their doors.
What happened: The ALC committee on Tuesday approved $5 million to the Department of Human Services to support training for behavioral health, $25,000 to the Department of Finance and Administration for COVID-19 testing reimbursement, $280 million to the Department of Agriculture for water projects and $4.6 million to Black River Technical College to construct short-term training and housing facilities.
Yes, but: The ALC did not take action on several requests collectively seeking about $105 million of ARPA money, the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reported.
- The denials included the request for $60 million to help keep hospitals from closing, $10 million to benefit rural hospitals through the Arkansas Rural Health Partnership and several requests by colleges and from Women and Children First for a combined $35 million for health care-related building projects.
Details: The ALC review committee was concerned the requests were "haphazard," or projects lacked clearly defined objectives, the Arkansas Advocate reported.
- Senate President Pro Tempore Jimmy Hickey (R-Texarkana) told the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette that he wants each hospital seeking ARPA money to explain its need and how the money will help the hospital.
The other side: The Department of Human Services' original request to the steering committee stated that to be eligible for emergency funds, DHS would require a hospital to show it's in "immediate jeopardy" of closing and would have to provide a detailed plan for financial sustainability within 90 days.
Context: The ARPA Steering Committee was appointed in May 2021 to make recommendations on the distribution of the federal federal funds. Money must be spent on one of eight criteria, including water and sewer infrastructure, and addressing health care needs exacerbated by the pandemic.
Of note: Cindy Gillespie, secretary of the Department of Human Services, announced her resignation on Thursday. She's leaving to spend more time with family.
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Arkansas' brewery production rankings
Breweries in Arkansas are going strong despite the craft beer industry taking a pandemic-induced hit.
By the numbers: Three of the state's five largest breweries increased production in 2021, and one saw just a 3% dip.
- Springdale-based Core Brewing experienced a whopping 510% increase.
Context: Jesse Core, CEO of Core Brewing, told the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette the uptick in manufacturing can be attributed to moving away from pubs and focusing on distribution.
The big picture: The U.S. craft beer industry grew by 8% in 2021, while the overall market moved up 1%.
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Your Salt Lake City weekend mixtape: Sept. 16-18
Still making plans? Here are some ideas!
State Fair shows
The fair's final weekend brings beats, booms and vrooms. Tickets include fair entry, so check out our fair food guide before you go!
Friday: Rap artist Flo Rida, with the Ying Yang Twins
When: 7:30pm
Tickets: $37-$57
Saturday: Day of Wreckoning Demolition Derby
When: 7pm
Tickets: $22 in advance, $26 day-of.
Sunday: Monster Truck Insanity Tour
When: 6pm
Tickets: $20 in advance, $24 day-of.
Classic Car Show
Let's hear your best "ah-OOOOH-gah!" for old-timey cars, music and food trucks tonight at the ballpark.
When: 5-8pm Friday
Where: Smith's Ballpark north parking lot
Cost: Free!
9th and 9th Street Festival
More than 100 vendors, artists, food trucks and other exhibits and activities will take over the 9th and 9th intersection in Salt Lake City.
When: 10am-6pm Saturday
Cost: Free!
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Let's call San Francisco "Frisco"
The "Can we call it 'Frisco?'" debate has resumed, courtesy of SFGate.
What they're saying: "Frisco comes from Black San Francisco," Gunna Goes Global, a local rapper and actor, said.
- "To say 'Frisco' is to stand in solidarity with Black, Latino, Samoans [and] Filipinos who are still here," Krea Gomez-Jones said. "That is why to ignore this as part of our lexicon is erasure. It's another way to make us invisible."
Be smart: Word on the street is Joshua Norton, a self-proclaimed emperor of San Francisco, tried to ban the use of "Frisco" in 1872.
- There's even a book titled "Don't Call It Frisco," by former SF Chronicle columnist Herb Caen.
- As SFGate's Alan Chazaro writes, the conversation on "Frisco" often centers around the opinions of the city's white, affluent residents.
Megan's thought bubble: I've rarely called San Francisco "Frisco," but I love its roots in Black culture. And I'm all for reclaiming the word, especially as Frisco's Black population is the only racial group to consistently decline in every census count since 1970.
- But I will draw the line at "San Fran." Those are fighting words.
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Husted promotes Next Generation Jobs with visit to AMG Vanadium
ZANESVILLE - Keeping jobs in Ohio is among the reasons Lt. Gov. Jon Husted is on the road for his Next Generation Jobs Tour.
One of those businesses which brought employment to the state was AMG Vanadium, as Husted took a tour of the facility on Wednesday at the Eastpointe Business Park.
Husted also promoted the administration's TechCred program, which allows people to train and earn certificates and certifications for a variety of industries, including technology jobs.
"AMG needs a talented workforce, and our TechCred program helps people receive the correct certifications to help fill jobs at places like this," Husted said after his tour. "This program has produced more than 48,000 credentials in three years, and the fast-pace training aids potential employees for new jobs and employers looking to fill openings."
The support of this administration was among the reasons the company chose Muskingum County, noted AMG Vanadium President Tom Centa.
"We built a $300 million facility that created 100-plus jobs because the state supported our investment," he said. "The administration did what they could to help us make this happen. Their support is vital to our business and businesses across the state."
Husted noted Ohio's booming economy currently has a record-low unemployment rate of 3.9%. There are more than 200,000 jobs posted at OhioMeansJobs.com and more than 114,000 of those pay $50,000 or more per year. Those numbers are why the administration continues to fight for businesses to come to Ohio.
"We understand the importance of training and workforce development," Husted said. "We're creating jobs faster than we can fill them. We have a lot of available jobs that can lead to job security and help people live the American Dream. There are great careers and meaningful employment in our state.
"We want people to live comfortable lives, but a business like AMG also helps our country compete globally," he added. "This state-of-the-art facility in Ohio produces something our country needs. It's vital to keep those jobs here."
AMG recycles Vanadium, an element mostly mined in foreign countries like China, Russia and South Africa. The element makes steel stronger, making structures like bridges and buildings sturdier. Husted said on his tour he learned 1 pound of Vanadium makes 1 ton of steel 20% stronger.
"There's not enough of this element in America so we lean on countries like China to import it. We want to be more competitive globally, while making our country less dependent on others," Husted remarked. "Places like AMG are a testament of the workforce and business environment in our state. I'm proud that we have a special and amazing facility like this as part of Ohio's booming economy."
State Representative Adam Holmes remembered how hard he and other state leaders fought to get AMG to invest in Ohio. He is pleased to see the impact it has had on the local economy and hopes programs implemented by the state will continue to allow AMG and others to thrive.
"There were great pains in getting AMG to build in Ohio, but the strategic leadership of our state helped land them," he said. "The state has developed programs to help fill jobs at places like this. Many of these businesses also invest in their communities and want to keep the area they're working on beautiful. These places are important to our state, and it's great to be able to showcase them, especially ones in Muskingum County."
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Local News Briefs
Protective Services slated to meet
ZANESVILLE − The Muskingum County Adult and Child Protective Services will meet at 5 p.m. Oct. 6 in the agency's office, 205 North Seventh St.
Locals attend UF
FINDLAY − Several local students started classes at the University of Findlay for the fall semester. Hannah Chaney of Zanesville and Karlie Graham of Zanesville are majoring in animal science. Katelyn Heath of Somerset is pursuing a doctor of pharmacy degree. McKenna Headley of Crooksville is majoring in biology. Izaiah Steinmetz of Zanesville is majoring in computer science. Bella Vaughn of Zanesville is pursuing degrees in equestrian studies and animal science.
Resurfacing of Brandywine Boulevard starting
ZANESVILLE − The City of Zanesville has announced milling and repaving of Brandywine Boulevard from Northpointe Drive to Eastward Circle. Work will be from Sept. 19 to 23 with traffic restrictions based on work being done. Motorists are encouraged to find alternate routes.
MVHC awarded
ZANESVILLE − Muskingum Valley Health Centers has received a Silver Status Health Center Quality Leader recognition from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration.
The honor recognizes the highest performing health centers nationwide that have made notable quality improvement achievements in the areas of access, quality, health equity and health information technology. Those awarded Silver Status are in the top 20% nationwide who have achieved the best overall clinical performance among all health centers.
MVHC was also recognized as a National Quality Leader in Maternal and Child Health. To achieve this recognition, health centers must meet or exceed national benchmarks. MVHC was among 16 health centers nationwide who received this award and was the only recipient in the state of Ohio.
Other recognitions received include Access Enhancer, Health Disparities Reducer, Advancing Health Information Technology (HIT) for Quality and Patient Centered Medical Home Recognition (PCMH). These recognitions are given for increasing the number of patients served, increasing access to comprehensive healthcare services, reduction of health disparities and optimization of health information technology to increase access and quality of care. | https://www.zanesvilletimesrecorder.com/story/news/local/2022/09/16/local-news-briefs/69494784007/ | 2022-09-16T12:44:08Z | zanesvilletimesrecorder.com | control | https://www.zanesvilletimesrecorder.com/story/news/local/2022/09/16/local-news-briefs/69494784007/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Public Records: Muskingum County Real Estate Transfers
Aug. 29
1460 Ethel Stemm to Danielle Edwards, 1211 Greenwood Ave., Zanesville, $10,000
1461 Andrew Ankrum to Tyler Szoke, 606 Spangler Drive, Zanesville, $60,000
1462 Jodi McClure to Casey Scott, 2135 Armco Ave., Zanesville, $47,000
1463 Chad Lambert to James and Wendy Woodard, 1985 Wild Turkey Lane, New Concord, $34,900
Aug. 30
1464 Sharon Wince to Andrea Wiseman, 4065 Roadayle Drive, Roseville, $142,000
1465 Hunter Schmidt to Tiffany Leslie and Dereck Cooper, 941 Francis St., Zanesville, $175,900
1466 Robert Kamenski to Larry and Kathlaine Snyder, 2360 Stonington Way, Zanesville, $615,000
1467 Sylvia McLain to Brenda Douglas, 325 Water St., Duncan Falls, $140,000
1468 Kyle and Maria Rock to Mercedes Tonnous, 759 St. Louis Ave., Zanesville, $186,000
1469 Wildwood Investments Ltd. to Danny and Janet Crawford, 6815 Paul Andrew Drive, Zanesville, $37,000
1470 Andrew Taylor to Tristan and Kathleen Rock, 6355 Tanglewood Drive, Nashport, $270,000
1471 Diane Walsh to Andrew and Chelsea McMahan, 1063 Moxahala Ave., Zanesville, $115,500
1472 LKMM LLC to Loren Chase Camp, 719 Convers Ave., Zanesville, $275,000
1473 Benjamin and Amanda Smith to Carla Reynolds, 1621 Spruce St., Zanesville, $170,000
1474 Jordan Earwood to Ross and Emilea Allison, 2530 Carol Lane, Dresden, $309,000
1475 Saylor Helsel (Kelly) to Vincent DeFelice, 20.007 acres, Dietrick Hill Road, Philo, $60,000
1476 Matthew Holtz to Brian and Jennifer Watkins, 7359 Hunter Drive, Nashport, $340,000
1477 Austin Lucas and Kaleigh Young to Tasha Lucas, 2000 Montgomery Ave., Zanesville, $176,000
1478 Jennifer Foster to CPS Landholdings LLC, 823 McIntire Ave., Zanesville, $75,000
1479 Justin and Kristina Smith to Austin James and Lauren Montgomery, 84.869 acres, Butterbean Ridge Road, Philo, $240,000
Aug. 31
1480 Daniel Blackburn to Katlynn and Ashley Leek, 2208 Hazel Ave., Zanesville, $191,000
1481 Zachery and Mylie Zehendner to Candi Frame, 433 Echo Ave., Zanesville, $180,000
1482 Paul Hausisen to Brian, Tracie and Ellis Hill, 0.721, 10.991 and 28.208 acres, Ford Road, Mount Perry, $115,000
1483 Timothy Jones to Terry Bocook and Roger Smith Jr., 370 Sheridan St., Zanesville, $35,000
1484 McKinley Tyo to Aaron and Jerrica Winland, 2870 Faye Drive, Zanesville, $231,900
1485 Marsha Wilson to Sabrina and Jeffrey Creeks Jr., 1054 Putnam Ave., Zanesville, $29,000
1486 David and Amy Graves to Chad and Billie James, 2.00 acres, Copeland Woods Road, Dresden, $25,000
1487 Judy Estadt to Casey Biedenbach, 1.383 acres, Sonora Road, Zanesville, $36,000
1488 Jonathan Campbell to Chad and Shasta Shiner, 6495 Winter Wood Drive, Nashport, $245,000
1489 Teresa Ernst to Christopher and Melanie Wheeler, 637 Locust Ave., Zanesville, $194,900
1490 Douglas Littick to LKMM LLC, 2735 Woodside Drive, Zanesville, $135,000
1491 Cottonwood Property Management LLC to Ranfort Distribution LLC, 1029 Eastman St., Zanesville, $64,900
1492 Cindy Spoon to Keystone Real Estate Holdings LLC, 5335 Old Town Road, Mount Perry, $57,500
1493 Andrew Ankrum to Isaac Pepper, 1131 Sharon Ave., Zanesville, $12,500
Sept. 1
1494 Geraldine Fleming to Don and Tammy Mozena, 417 Bailey St., Zanesville, $8,700
1495 Dianna and Herbert Wood III to Walton Sites LLC, 724 Shelby St., Zanesville, $12,000
1496 Susan Nolen to Don and Tammy Mozena, 149 Hamline Ave., Zanesville, $11,000
1497 Emanuel and Breanna Eicher to Madison and Victoria Raber, 4700 Fostor Road, Dresden, $210,435
1498 Darla Gore and Donald Dalrymple to Kristopher and Kendra Kemp, 2055 Shady Lane, Zanesville, $125,000
1499 Eleanor Robison to Nathan Lawler and Kaycie Schluessler, 22 Fifth St., Frazeysburg, $69,000
1500 Cheek Family Farm LLC to Jacob and Abbigail Mansfield, 39.23 and 26.92 acres, Perine Road, Zanesville, $299,000
1501 Ryan Zink and Douglas Ray to DR Investment Trust, 2930 Pure Country Drive, Zanesville, $30,000
1502 DR Investment Trust to Ryan Zink, 1011 Keen St., Zanesville, $30,000
1503 Sabrina and Jeffrey Creeks Jr. to Diverse Funding Group LLC, 1054 Putnam Ave., Zanesville, $26,000
1504 Southeastern Ohio Broadcasting System Inc. to Marquee Broadcasting Ohio Inc., 629 Downward Road, Zanesville, $228,750
Sept. 2
1505 Mark and Keely Dempsey to Jason Hillis, 158 East Main St., New Concord, $112,500
1506 Dow Cameron to Amy Poulton, 1336 Lewis Drive, Zanesville, $36,600
1507 Joshua and Marcy Caudill to Tyler Bay, 6495 Vroom Road, Nashport, $202,500
1508 Douglas Briggs to David Purkey, 3702 Colony Hill Drive, Zanesville, $166,000
1509 Kevin and Suellen Sicard to Bryan and Erin Paisley, Lot 41, Linvale Estates #2, Academy Court, Norwich, $22,500
1510 Sally Smith to Ray and Victoria Benish, 6975 Clay Pike, Chandlersville, $224,900
1511 Reese Warne to Matthew and Courtney DeSalvo, 11375 Sarchet Lane, Dresden, $196,000
1512 Charles and Christena Burgoon to Trillion Investments LLC, 159 Pine St., Zanesville, $10,000
Property Transfers Exempt from Conveyance Fees
Aug. 29
E1120 William McKelvey to Marilyn McKelvey, 10135 Pidcock Road, Norwich
E1121 Crystal and George Kinder Jr. to Donald and Crystal Linscott, 560 Pearl St., Philo
E1122 Darrel Cubbison to Carol Cubbison, 1925 Rix Mills Road, New Concord
E1123 Dortha Hamilton to Gary Hamilton, 2436 Center Drive, Zanesville
E1124 Gary and Debbie Hamilton to Steven Hamilton, 2436 Center Drive, Zanesville
E1125 Michael and Martha Scott to Matthew Scott, 1820 Erin Road, Zanesville
E1126 Michael and Martha Scott to Matthew and Michelle Scott, 1820 Erin Road, Zanesville
E1127 Wilma Prince and Pamela Moore to Edmund Prince Jr., 9575 N. Morrison Road, Dresden
E1128 Thomas and Madonna Henning to Thomas and Madonna Henning, 54 S. Mail St., Roseville
Aug. 30
E1129 Larry and Roberta Miskimens to Drew and Jaala Pierce, 1730 Bridge St., Dresden
E1130 Zanesville Muskingum County Port Authority to AMG Vanadium LLC, 1.033 acre split, Innovation Way, Washington Township
E1131 Richard Reeves to Daurvale Jones .46, .5, Lot 23, Hatcher's Addition, Circle Drive, Mount Perry
E1132 Dawn Chrisman to Freedom Chrisman, 3410 Boggs Road, Zanesville
E1133 Carla and Edwin Foster to Edwin and Carla Foster, 3355 Kennedy Drive, Zanesville
E1134 John Abel to John and Tracy Abel, 4935 Rider Road, Roseville
E1135 David Newell to Christine Newell, 1546 Wheeling Ave., Zanesville
E1136 Janet Watson to Margaret Watson, Donna Jasper, J. Mack and Jim Watson, 15505 Chandlersville Road, Chandlersville
E1137 Muskingum County Land Reutilization Corporation Inc. to Russell Faulhaber, 940 Hughes St., Zanesville
Aug. 31
E1138 Joseph Gillogly to Tamara Hern and Joseph Gillogly, 5380 Jonathan Drive, Zanesville
E1139 David Bush to Judith Bash, 10284 Dozer Ridge Road, Blue Rock
E1140 Marian Nichols to Michelle Nichols, 4665 Frazeysburg Road, Zanesville
E1141 Michael Campbell to Michelle Campbell, 1400 Marion Ave., Zanesville
E1142 Esther Lewis to Yvonne Adams, 104 Pierce St., Zanesville
E1143 Raymond Little and Malee Nakwaree to Malee Nakwaree, 2590 Stone Creek Circle, Zanesville
E1144 Cheryl and Phillip Crowder and Christina Dobbins to Todd and Kaleigh Dobbins, 39.646 acre split, Irish Ridge Road, Philo
E1145 Cheryl and Phillip Crowder and Christina Dobbins to Nathan and Hannah Eveland, 39.646 acre split, Irish Ridge Road, Philo
Sept. 1
E1146 Robert and Ramona Morrow to Robert and Ramona Morrow, 8670 Hansel Road, New Concord
E1147 Arnold Dingess to Marian Dingess, 1039 Sunset Ave., Zanesville
E1148 Judy Noel to Madisen Stiverson and Dakota Ittner, 486 Military Road, Zanesville
Sept. 2
E1149 Matthew Schreiber to Ami Schreiber, 820 Kingsview Drive, Zanesville
E1150 Adam Brenner to Kathryn Brenner, 4890 Northcrest Drive, Nashport
E1151 Lucille Bowers to Marsha Volpi, 1233 Eppley Ave., Zanesville
E1152 Cris Sidwell to Tricia Sidwell and Caleb Rodgers, 2775 Thompson Run Road, Zanesville
E1153 Walter Church to Todd Church, 9990 Haver Hill Road, Roseville | https://www.zanesvilletimesrecorder.com/story/news/local/2022/09/16/public-records-muskingum-county-real-estate-transfers/65739816007/ | 2022-09-16T12:44:14Z | zanesvilletimesrecorder.com | control | https://www.zanesvilletimesrecorder.com/story/news/local/2022/09/16/public-records-muskingum-county-real-estate-transfers/65739816007/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Week 5 Preview: New Lex, Tri-Valley square off in anticipated clash
It's five weeks into the high school football season and Tri-Valley is gearing up for another big game. It's something Scottie fans have come to expect this time of year.
That's another matter in New Lexington, where midseason showdowns with heavy implications have been few and far between the past decade.
In a year when things are different than the norm, though, it's only natural for the Panthers to be playing for high stakes this week, too.
The unbeaten Panthers (4-0), ranked seventh in Division IV, by the Associated Press, host the 3-1 Scotties in a battle of arguably the Muskingum Valley League's top teams. It figures to be a lively Jim Rockwell Stadium crowd in the Perry County seat.
That crossover match highlights a Week 5 slate that also includes Coshocton visiting Morgan in the Small School Division and Sheridan trekking to John Glenn in the Big School Division. Crossover battles include West Muskingum at Philo, Meadowbrook at River View and Crooksville at Maysville.
Zanesville, coming off a convincing win at Lakewood last week, continues Licking County League play this week when it hosts Heath in a crossover.
Rosecrans welcomes Portsmouth Notre Dame in a nonleague tilt between Division VII schools.
The last time Tri-Valley and New Lex played a game when both had these sort of expectations was in 2008, when the Panthers took an unbeaten record into Jack Anderson Stadium in Week 9 and left with a 19-7 win.
One week later, New Lex dropped a 7-0 decision in the infamous Mud Bowl in Week 10 at Sheridan, a win that clinched the No. 1 ranking in Division III by the AP. The Panthers went on to the Division IV state semifinals.
Tri-Valley missed the playoffs that season under coach Justin Buttermore, whose teams wouldn't miss the postseason again until his 2016 squad finished 9-1 and barely missed.
The Panthers' program has taken a polar opposite turn. They have won more than five games just once since a 7-3 season in 2012 and have one playoff win.
The teams are in different divisions now, but there is still plenty at stake, playoff points chief among them. New Lex currently sits atop Division IV, Region 15 and Tri-Valley is fifth in Division III, Region 11.
New Lex coach Kevin Board knows this isn't the dominant Scotties' teams of the past, but they still have plenty of playmakers.
"They're still good with super athletic receivers and a quarterback with a quick release. Their defensive box is still very talented," Board said. "They beat us 48-6 last year, and their (former) quarterback set their school record for passing yards so that still burns. With them being Division III, a win over them likely gets us at least a home game in the first round. It would definitely be a big get for us."
This is a different group of Panthers led by senior quarterback Lukas Ratliff. His leadership gives New Lex an edge, but the Panthers have versatility, as Board said, "this group is as talented as I've had in my time here."
Ratliff is 67-of-95 passing for 1,039 yards with 7 TDs and just 2 INTs, while he has also run for 121 yards on 26 carries. His top targets, Jeric Braglin, Ryan Hobbs and Tatem Toth, have 57 catches for more than 800 yards between them.
"These guys believe in Lukas. They see how he attacks practice and cares about everything. He's always been a vocal leader and knows how to rally the troops," Board remarked. "Our line has given him time and kept him off his back, and Hunter (Rose) makes us more diverse. Then you look outside and see Tatem (Toth) who is 170 yards from breaking the league record for career receiving yards, and Jerek (Braglin) is having an outstanding season on the other side.
"This group has been playing together for years, and many have been playing (varsity) for me since they were sophomores," he added. "We can hurt teams in multiple ways, which really prevents the opposition from keying in on one player or spot."
Tri-Valley coach Cameron West called New Lex "a great football team."
"Offensively they do a great job of making you defend the entire field and getting the ball to their playmakers," West said. "Their quarterback and running back are great players who make them go. We will be challenged defensively to try and slow their offensive attack. Defensively they are just as good. They are fast and physical and they play with great effort. Coach Board has done a great job creating energy in New Lex. It will be a challenge, but our kids are excited."
This game will provide insight of both teams. Board noted going 3-7 last year has motivated this team. He also reminds them rankings don't mean a thing if they stop winning.
"Our motto coming into this season was Mission. Many were part of the playoff win over Westfall but last year was one of the lowest lows here in awhile so they're playing to prove something," Board said. "We've focused on ourselves. We're making too many mental miscues. We've overcome eight turnovers and 28 penalties the last two weeks, but we have to eliminate those or at least, cut them down.
"I expect a fun atmosphere and playoff-caliber game," he added. "This is the type of environment we want to play in down the road. It's going to be a packed stadium and people from out of town for Hall of Fame Night. You shouldn't need to have to get up for a game like this because these are the games you want to play in."
bhannahs@gannett.com; @brandonhannahs | https://www.zanesvilletimesrecorder.com/story/sports/high-school/football/2022/09/16/week-5-preview-new-lex-tri-valley-square-off-in-anticipated-clash/69492966007/ | 2022-09-16T12:44:20Z | zanesvilletimesrecorder.com | control | https://www.zanesvilletimesrecorder.com/story/sports/high-school/football/2022/09/16/week-5-preview-new-lex-tri-valley-square-off-in-anticipated-clash/69492966007/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
SALISBURY, Md. -- Motorcyclists on Delmarva for this years Delmarva Bike Week are asking other drivers to be mindful on the roads. Hundreds of bikes are out on the roads across the peninsula, and there have already been a few accidents that involved motorcycles. One of those accidents, which happened in Ocean City on Wednesday afternoon, was fatal.
That fatal accident is on the minds of riders this weekend, and we had a chance to speak with some riders at Perdue Stadium, who have a message for other drivers.
"Go slow, be safe, and you know keep a lookout, there's a lot of us out here," said Robert Whitmer.
Other motorcyclists we spoke with said drivers need to be careful off the road as well.
"You should be mindful of when you're about to get out of a parking lot to double check you're rear view and make sure that there is no motorcycle passing by," said Sandra Minzer. "Even opening doors you have to be careful."
Those riders also bring up the point of thinking of the families of those who are riding bikes this weekend, and to keep that in mind before potentially making a reckless move on the road.
"Just be safe, watch out for others, you know think about other peoples families riding on motorcycles this weekend and play it safe," said Nicole Carson.
Minzer echoed that sentiment.
"I want to go home to my family, and I don’t want anybody who is desperate to cut us off because they don’t want to be behind us," said Minzer.
All of that being said, these riders are here to have a fun weekend, and to safely coexist with every other driver on the road.
"It’s Ocean City lets have fun and take it easy and just be very safe," said Minzer.
For everybody to stay safe this weekend, it's important for motorcyclists and drivers to stay alert. Some of the more concentrated areas of bikers this weekend will be Perdue Stadium in Salisbury, the convention center in Ocean City, and the inlet in Ocean City. Both Ocean City locations will have concerts going on all weekend long for the OC BikeFest. | https://www.wboc.com/news/driver-safety-during-delmarva-bike-week/article_8d0db348-35b8-11ed-a3bb-6f02e9bf070e.html | 2022-09-16T12:48:03Z | wboc.com | control | https://www.wboc.com/news/driver-safety-during-delmarva-bike-week/article_8d0db348-35b8-11ed-a3bb-6f02e9bf070e.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Patricia Gladys Mascari, “Pat”, 83, of Selbyville, Delaware, was called to be with the Lord and loved ones on September 9, 2022 after a brief stay at AccentCare Hospice Unit, Wilmington, Delaware. Pat made a valiant effort to make the best of her last few years and succumbed to Parkinson’s and cardiovascular disease.
To read full obituary, click Here. | https://www.wboc.com/obituaries/patricia-gladys-mascari/article_aec5d096-35b4-11ed-91ac-df7dd9ca39bf.html | 2022-09-16T12:48:09Z | wboc.com | control | https://www.wboc.com/obituaries/patricia-gladys-mascari/article_aec5d096-35b4-11ed-91ac-df7dd9ca39bf.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
William (Bill) E. Postles Jr., 91, of Salisbury passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at The Macky and Pam Stansell House in Ocean Pines. Born July 20, 1931 in Dover, DE., he was the son of the late William and Pauline Postles.
To read the full obituary, click Here. | https://www.wboc.com/obituaries/william-bill-e-postles/article_2924bc6c-35b5-11ed-a669-5bba0170de9e.html | 2022-09-16T12:48:16Z | wboc.com | control | https://www.wboc.com/obituaries/william-bill-e-postles/article_2924bc6c-35b5-11ed-a669-5bba0170de9e.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said 310 Cityscape Travel System strollers have been recalled due to faulty brakes.
The recalled models are Cityscape Travel Jogger strollers No. TJ75B12A. The recalled lot number is 111444 0122, and the date of manufacture of the recalled strollers is 10 28 2020, the CSPSC said.
The CPSC said the strollers' parking brake could fail, which could cause the stroller to fall and pose an injury hazard.
The strollers were sold through Amazon early last year for around $175.
Customers are being told to stop using the recalled strollers.
The CSPC said Amazon and Baby Trend are reaching out to affected customers to offer a voucher or full refund. Customers who do not hear from the companies can call Baby Trend at 800-328-7363. | https://www.fox17online.com/news/national/strollers-sold-through-amazon-recalled-due-to-faulty-brakes | 2022-09-16T12:48:16Z | fox17online.com | control | https://www.fox17online.com/news/national/strollers-sold-through-amazon-recalled-due-to-faulty-brakes | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (Sept. 16, 2022) Personnel assigned to Naval Support Activity Souda Bay attend MWR’s End of Summer Beach Party at Marathi Beach on Sept. 16, 2022. NSA Souda Bay is an operational ashore installation which enables and supports U.S., Allied, Coalition, and Partner nation forces to preserve security and stability in the European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Nicholas S. Tenorio/Released)
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NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (Sept. 16, 2022) Personnel assigned to Naval Support Activity Souda Bay attend MWR’s End of Summer Beach Party at Marathi Beach on Sept. 16, 2022. NSA Souda Bay is an operational ashore installation which enables and supports U.S., Allied, Coalition, and Partner nation forces to preserve security and stability in the European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Nicholas S. Tenorio/Released)
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No fewer than 169 Individuals from vulnerable households have been trained, on Friday, in Benin to benefit from the Nigeria CARES (COVID-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus (N-CARES) code named EDO-CARES) grants in Edo.
The permanent secretary, ministry of youth and humanitarian affairs, Mrs Ifueko Alufohai, who disclosed this during a one-day livelihood support training and orientation organised by the State Cash Transfer Unit (SCTU), explained that the beneficiaries would be given grants ranging from N20,000 to N200,000.
Alufohai explained that the N-CARES was an emergency relief world bank-funded programme put in place to ameliorate the adverse effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on livelihoods, especially of the operators of businesses in the informal sector.
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The head, State Cash Transfer Unit, Flora Bossey, in her welcome address said the programme was designed for economically active youth and women.
According to Bossey, “this programme is Disbursement Linked Indicator (DLI 1.3) under the EDO-CARES livelihood support programme, one of the eleven DLI being supported by the state government.
“The programme is taking place in two pilot local government areas of Oredo and Ikpoba-Okha in the state. The beneficiaries were selected from the state social register for the poor and vulnerable households.
“The state government has made it possible for the beneficiaries to receive grants to improve their businesses that were affected by COVID-19.
She added that the training was the first round of livelihood and soft skills training to support the beneficiaries’ businesses before the grants would be disbursed.
Mrs Precious Osunde, who spoke on behalf of the beneficiaries, thanked the state government for the kind gesture and promised to expand her business with the grant. | https://tribuneonlineng.com/edo-trains-169-individuals-from-vulnerable-households-for-edo-cares-grants/ | 2022-09-16T12:59:33Z | tribuneonlineng.com | control | https://tribuneonlineng.com/edo-trains-169-individuals-from-vulnerable-households-for-edo-cares-grants/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Nnamdi Kanu receives legal team in DSS custody
•as he hopes for victory in his appeal against FG's terrorism charges
The detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, has again received his legal team while in the custody of the Department of State Service (DSS) and expressed optimism that the terrorism charges preferred against him by the Federal Government would be quashed by Court of Appeal.
The legal team, on a routine visit granted by the Federal High Court, was led by Chief Mike Ozekhome (SAN) and Ifeanyi Ejiofor who were accompanied by some of Kanu’s family members.
The visit was to give the detained Biafra nation agitator, feedback on the Court of Appeal’s proceedings of September 13 where the legal team prayed the Appellate Court to dismiss the remaining seven charges of terrorism and treasonable felony against him.
A statement released by Ejiofor after the visit said that Kanu was in high spirits and confident that the Court of Appeal, sitting in Abuja would discharge and acquit him from the terrorism charges.
The lawyer, in the statement, hinted that Kanu is very optimistic that “the trial phase is gradually coming to an end”.
The statement reads in part, “Kanu was enthused by the accounts of the advocacy and submissions of Chief Ozekhome during the proceeding, happy with the panel of Justices and was completely convinced that justice is already in the offing
“He unequivocally reiterated his abiding confidence in his dogged legal team, who have always been up to the daunting task”.
Kanu had on September 13 prayed the Court of Appeal in Abuja to review the April 8 ruling of the Federal High Court which struck out only eight out of the 15-count charge and upheld seven charges against him.
In his appeal dated April 29 and marked CA/ABJ/CR/625/2022, Kanu insisted that the treasonable felony charges against him have no basis in law and applied to be discharged and acquitted by the Court of Appeal.
Ozekhome who argued the appeal on his behalf urged the appellate court to order his release from DSS solitary confinement.
Kanu’s grouse was that the charge gave unlawful global jurisdiction to the high court and that it also failed to disclose the location or date the alleged offences were committed.
A 3-man panel of the Court of Appeal led by Justice Jummai Hanatu has however reserved judgment in the appeal till a date that would be communicated to the parties involved.
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- Nnamdi Kanu receives legal team in DSS custody | https://tribuneonlineng.com/nnamdi-kanu-receives-legal-team-in-dss-custody/ | 2022-09-16T12:59:52Z | tribuneonlineng.com | control | https://tribuneonlineng.com/nnamdi-kanu-receives-legal-team-in-dss-custody/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said, global estimates show that medication errors contribute to over 3 million deaths every year adding that the situation has been exacerbated by overwhelmed health systems during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The WHO regional director for Africa, Dr Matshidiso Moeti, in her message 2022 World Patient Safety Day, with the theme: “Medication Safety: Medication Without Harm”, said about one in every four cases of preventable medication harm is clinically severe, or life-threatening.
The day is marked on 17 September of every year, with the aim of raising awareness of the importance of people-centred care and preventing harm to patients.
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Moeti noted that this year’s theme specifically draws attention to the need to improve systems to support safe medication and address unsafe practices.
“It focuses on three primary areas, namely: high-risk situations; transitions of care; and polypharmacy, which is the use of multiple medicines at once. Polypharmacy is particularly common amongst older people with chronic health diseases,” he said.
According to WHO regional director for Africa, medication errors occur most commonly due to weaknesses in medication systems, and are aggravated by shortages of well-trained health staff, and poor working and environmental conditions for delivery of quality health care.
Moeti noted that consequently, patients’ rights to medication without prejudice can be compromised through inappropriate prescribing, transcribing, dispensing, administration and monitoring practices.
“Global estimates show that medication errors contribute to over 3 million deaths every year, a situation which has been exacerbated by overwhelmed health systems during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“About one in every four cases of preventable medication harm is clinically severe, or life-threatening.
“While there is limited data for the African continent, it is generally acknowledged that there is a high magnitude of unsafe medication practices. Among low- and middle-income countries, the African Region has the highest prevalence of substandard and counterfeit medicines (18.7%).” Moeti said.
She, however, warned that administration of surplus medication at home, the purchase of medication from pharmacies on the advice of friends and relatives rather than trained professionals, and the use of old prescriptions to buy medication to treat a current ailment, are all common practices that should be avoided.
“One study done in 2021 shows that as many as one in every three respondents admitted to self-medicating to prevent COVID-19. This is unacceptably high because such unguided practices often lead to dangerous consequences as a result of drug interactions, or incorrect administration, dosage or choice of treatment.”
She said the consequences of this include delays in treating diseases, dependence and abuse, disability, and even death.
According to her, weak medication systems and/or human factors are the major contributory factors to unsafe practices, with many countries lacking the capacity to detect, evaluate and prevent medicine safety issues.
“As WHO, we are working with member states to implement the WHO global patient safety action plan 2021 to 2030. A regional patient safety strategy and road map are currently being developed to guide its implementation.”
“Some notable highlights include support to establish and strengthen national medicine regulatory authorities (NRAs), by building regulatory capacity and promoting regulatory harmonisation and cooperation. Strengthened regulatory systems serve to eliminate barriers which impede access to safe, effective and quality-assured medical products.
“Efforts to enhance the role of health technologies in medication decision-making, including initiatives to reduce antimicrobial resistance, have led to eight countries being assisted to implement antimicrobial stewardship interventions at national and health care facility level.
“WHO is also supporting overall improvements in Infection Prevention and Control, IPC, measures, including injection safety, in all member states.
“The global campaign’s call to action is “KNOW. CHECK. ASK”. It aims to encourage and empower patients and their caregivers, as well as health care professionals (nurses, physicians, pharmacists), to take a more active role in ensuring safer medication practices, and medication-use processes.
“On World Patient Safety Day today, I urge all stakeholders to fully commit to implementing the WHO global patient safety challenge: Medication without harm, and to accelerate the actions necessary to ensure safe medication practices.”.
“The need for accurate data and information to guide future decision-making and optimisation of therapeutics for good treatment outcomes in the region cannot be overemphasised.” | https://tribuneonlineng.com/over-3-million-patients-die-annually-due-to-medication-errors-globally-%E2%80%95-who/ | 2022-09-16T12:59:59Z | tribuneonlineng.com | control | https://tribuneonlineng.com/over-3-million-patients-die-annually-due-to-medication-errors-globally-%E2%80%95-who/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Grammy-nominated hip-hop performer Mystikal is scheduled for arraignment on charges accusing him of raping and choking a woman and illegally possessing drugs at his Louisiana home.
Charges the performer will face during his arraignment Monday will include first-degree rape, which carries an automatic life sentence if Tyler is convicted.
“My client is innocent of all charges,” attorney Joel Pearce said in a text message Thursday. He said the rapper, whose given name is Michael Tyler, had a court order to protect him from the woman, and he is “the true victim.”
Pearce said he hopes he will be allowed to present evidence supporting bond for Tyler, who has been held without bond since the end of July. A judge denied bond on Aug. 4, but Pearce, who did not then represent the performer, said it was not a full bond hearing that would take evidence in Tyler’s favor.
Tyler was arrested July 31 on charges accusing him of choking and raping the woman at his home in Prairieville, an Ascension Parish community of about 33,000 near Baton Rouge.
A news release Wednesday from the district attorney’s office said Tyler was indicted last week on 10 counts including rape, domestic abuse battery by strangulation and false imprisonment. Investigators who searched his home found “evidence to corroborate the victim’s account of the rape along with a variety of illegal narcotics,” the statement said.
An Ascension Parish grand jury brought the charges in two indictments handed up Sept. 6, The Advocate reported.
District Attorney Ricky Babin said in an email that because they are part of an ongoing criminal matter, the indictments are not public records under state law.
Pearce represented Tyler on rape and kidnapping charges that prosecutors in northwest Louisiana dropped in December 2020. Those charges, brought in 2017, had kept him jailed for nearly 18 months before he was released on $3 million bond.
Mystikal told The Associated Press in April 2021 that he now is proud of lyrics he can imagine rapping to God.
His 2000 hit “Shake (It Fast) earned a 2001 Grammy nomination for best rap solo. In 2003, his “Tarantula” was nominated for best rap album and the single “Bouncin’ Back” for best male rap solo.
He pleaded guilty to sexual battery later in 2003. He served six years in prison. | https://www.siouxlandproud.com/news/national-news/rapper-mystikal-to-face-arraignment-on-rape-drug-charges/ | 2022-09-16T13:00:55Z | siouxlandproud.com | control | https://www.siouxlandproud.com/news/national-news/rapper-mystikal-to-face-arraignment-on-rape-drug-charges/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Adult film star Mia Khalifa has wowed followers by taking a short trip to Faversham. The town played unsuspecting host to a social media and Pornhub sensation who has 27.6 millions followers on Instagram.
The photos show the Lebanese-born star walking along Faversham's coastline and streets. She said she was enjoying what Kent had to offer and described Faversham as a "proper British sea(mud) town".
Mia headed to the north east Kent coastline and documented her trip on Instagram. Fans were left stunned by her arrival in the town, leaving comments on her posts.
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Fans reacted to the news and left comments including "Mia khalifas in Faversham wtf??" Another user added a local in-joke, saying: "Go to carters newsagents it’s cultural heritage".
She captioned the post "Badgyal", perhaps playing up to her controversial reputation. The series of snaps show her walking next to boats and down the high street.
Khalifa has also noticed the cultural differences between the UK and US, where she has now lived for over 20 years. She posted a screenshot to her story where she apparently asked a friend via text: "How do you say bad b**** in British it doesn't fit here".
Describing the English countryside as "so beautiful", she posted a video for fans. A saluting emoji and Union Jack accompanied the video.
Further posts show Mia has also visited London's Bond Street on her UK break. She recently visited Berlin and has been travelling across the world in recent months.
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First look inside new Canterbury Las Iguanas restaurant as opening date confirmed | https://www.kentlive.news/news/celebs-tv/adult-film-star-mia-khalifa-7593950 | 2022-09-16T13:00:56Z | kentlive.news | control | https://www.kentlive.news/news/celebs-tv/adult-film-star-mia-khalifa-7593950 | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Several DWP benefits are set to rise by twice the rate of inflation next year. Many household incomes will take a plunge in real terms this year as inflation rockets ahead of April's increases.
Next year the annual uprating mechanism could work in people's favour. The Department for Work and Pensions uprate benefits each year in April but the percentage increase is based on inflation figure for September, Express.co.uk reports.
In September 2021 last year, inflation stood at just 3.1%, so key benefits increased by that amount in April 2022. By then, consumer price growth had already jumped to 7.8%, which meant payments were actually worth less in real terms.
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Around nine million households on means-tested benefits due to low incomes, both in and out of work, will experience an average real-terms cut of £500 per year, the Rowntree Foundation warned. Low-income households with children would be even worse off, experiencing a “real-terms cut of £720 per year”, it added.
Its calculations were based on an anticipated inflation figure of 6% for this year. Their actual losses will be even higher as the Bank of England predicted inflation would hit 13.3% in October.
Inflation could peak in September 2022 and trail off afterwards. So instead of getting a sub-inflationary rise from April next year, claimants could see their incomes jump in real terms.
Claimants of PIP and 11 other DWP benefits because this should deliver them a bigger increase next year. Inflation is now set to fall to 5.2% in the second quarter of 2023, according to Capital Economics. That quarter begins in April, when claimants are likely to get a double-digit increase.
Nicholas Hyett, investment analyst at the Wealth Club said it is far too early to be celebrating victory in the war against rising prices. “Critical everyday items like food and home heating continue to get more expensive, sucking disposable cash out of consumer wallets.”
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TEA, S.D. (KELO) — We’re hearing for the first time from current South Dakota teachers about the new social studies content standards proposed by the Department of Education.
The public has until 2 p.m. Friday to submit their comments and testimony to the state ahead of a public meeting in Aberdeen on Monday. Two teachers from the Tea Area District are sharing how the new standards might impact their classrooms.
Legacy Elementary teacher Kristi Desaulniers finds the proposed social studies content standards as not age-appropriate for her fourth graders.
“Here’s one: the student explains the way society changed with the fall of the Roman Empire and the perpetuation of the eastern Roman Empire in Constantinople,” Desaulniers said.
Desaulniers says the new standards call for too much memorizing of names and dates at the cost of teaching critical thinking.
“The proposed standards don’t seem to be offering the same kind of thinking that we want our students to have to be life-long, engaged citizens in our world, they seem to be more memorizations and recitations,” Desaulniers said.
Tea High School social sciences teacher, Ryan Decker, says the new standards get too bogged-down in details so students miss the big picture of American history. Plus, he says the proposed content leaves little room for students to discuss current events.
“That’s an incredible amount of material to get into and it could potentially hamstring us from having timely conversations or being able to say, let’s really look here because we’ve got to meet these standards as laid out,” Decker said.
Both teachers say it’s important for parents to share their opinions on the new standards so that decisions can be made in the best interest of their students.
“Please talk to people in education. Get out information. Get your voice heard,” Desaulniers said.
“And together, I think we can come to an understanding of really what needs to be done moving forward,” Decker said.
KELOLAND News reached out to other local school districts Thursday. The Brandon Valley superintendent told us that the district’s social studies department is reviewing the standards to come up with what he calls “consensus comments.”
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Concerns have been raised over businesses at a new leisure complex being allowed to stay open late, fearing “inebriated” customers will disturb them into the early hours. A five-screen Curzon cinema has already launched at the £115m Riverside development in Canterbury, and a licence has been granted for a BrewDog craft beer bar – despite objections from neighbours.
Now, an application has been lodged for an upmarket bar and restaurant called Sekkoya to be allowed to stay open until 3am at the sprawling site in Kingsmead. It will occupy one of the 13 units at the city council-owned complex, but an opening date or the identities of the other businesses set to move in have not yet been revealed while final negotiations continue.
The company behind Sekkoya, Citi Riverside Holdings Ltd, says it will provide the sort of “classy dining experience Kent doesn’t have”, and bring “something entirely new to Canterbury”. The director, who also runs the Citi Terrace bar in the city centre, wants to open the new eatery until 3am and serve alcohol until 2am. The application also asks for a licence for “ambient” live music, dance performances and film screenings until 2am.
But vice-chair of the St Stephen’s Residents Association (SSRA), Jennifer Holland, has objected to the bid. She said: “Several residents have commented that it can be very disturbing having noisy groups of people walking past their houses at night time, accompanied by an increase in traffic.”
Representations were also made by SSRA chairman Pauline Walters, who said: “To encourage the drinking of alcohol until three o’clock in the morning goes against all government and health department measures to reduce alcohol intake, particularly among the clientèle that would be attracted to late-night drinking.”
Cllr Michael Dixey, who represents Westgate, is not on the licensing sub-committee but is sympathetic to the SSRA’s concerns. “Unless there’s good reason, these premises shouldn’t be given licences beyond the council’s core hours,” he said.
It is council policy to grant licences to businesses operating within “core hours” – defined by the authority as closing at 12.30am on Friday and Saturday and midnight on other days – as long as they do not violate any other licensing rules. Companies that want to be allowed to open outside these core hours are subject to more scrutiny when applying for licences.
Cllr Dixey agreed that venues serving alcohol and staying open so late at the Riverside development would create the potential for anti-social behaviour. The residents group also opposed BrewDog’s application to be allowed to stay open until 1am on Friday and Saturday and midnight from Sunday to Thursday.
In her objection, Ms Holland told the council groups of young people disturb residents late at night already, and that BrewDog’s intended opening hours would lead to this “happening on every day of the week, with no respite”.
The council subsequently granted a licence for the bar and brewery company to instead operate during “core hours”, with the business required to stop the sale of alcohol half an hour before closing. The decision on Sekkoya’s premises licence is due to be made at a meeting of the licensing sub-committee on Wednesday, October 26.
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LONDON (AP) — Two minutes of silence will be observed Monday across the United Kingdom at the end of Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral at Westminster Abbey, giving British public across the nation a chance to pay their respects to the late monarch.
Buckingham Palace released more details Thursday about the state funeral of the queen who died Sept. 8 at 96 and her private interment later Monday. Her death at her beloved Balmoral Castle summer retreat ended the monarch’s 70-year reign.
Edward William Fitzalan-Howard, the official in charge of arrangements, said the funeral and events over coming days are intended to “unite people across the globe and resonate with people of all faiths, whilst fulfilling her majesty and her family’s wishes to pay a fitting tribute to an extraordinary reign.”
Tens of thousands were standing in a line Thursday that snaked for more than four miles along the River Thames in London, waiting to file in silence past her coffin.
“The queen held a unique and timeless position in all our lives. This has been felt more keenly over the past few days, as the world comes to terms with her demise,” Fitzalan-Howard said.
On Friday evening, King Charles III and his siblings will stand vigil at their mother’s coffin for 15 minutes as it lies in state at the 900-year-old Westminster Hall at the Houses of Parliament. Charles, Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward also stood vigil with the coffin when it lay in St. Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh earlier this week.
After the state funeral on Monday, attended by 2,000 guests, including U.S. President Joe Biden and other visiting heads of state, Elizabeth’s coffin will be carried through the historic heart of London, from Westminster Abbey to Wellington Arch near Buckingham Palace on a horse-drawn gun carriage with Charles and other royals walking behind.
Also among the funeral guests will be nearly 200 people honored by the late queen for their work responding to the COVID-19 pandemic and in sectors including charities, healthcare and education.
Amid pomp and pageantry, the coffin will travel along virtually the same route, including down the flag-lined Mall to the one it passed Wednesday in front of hushed throngs of mourners when it was taken from the palace to the Houses of Parliament.
London’s Heathrow Airport announced it will halt all flights for 15 minutes before the two-minute national silence on Monday, until 15 minutes after it has finished “to avoid noise disruption.”
From London, the queen’s coffin will then be driven in the state hearse to Windsor for a committal service at St. George’s Chapel near Windsor Castle, attended by 800 people, including members of the queen’s household and Windsor estate staff.
At the end of the service, the coffin will be lowered into the Royal Vault and the sovereign’s piper will play a lament. The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, will pronounce the blessing and the congregation will sing “God Save The King.”
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Sophie Wessex will take on several patronages following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, royal sources believe. The Countess of Wessex had a close relationship with The Queen and is being lined up to take on key roles that were previously fulfilled by Her Majesty.
The Countess of Wessex - who was raised and educated in Kent - is set to be the figurehead for organisations including the Women's Institute and Dogs Trust. Sophie was viewed as a 'second daughter' to the monarch and a trusted confidante, reports the Mirror.
Her increased role in royal life is said to be a direct wish of The Queen herself. Sophie is already a patron to more than 70 charities and institutes including Childline, Blind Veterans UK and is the president of Girlguiding UK - having been a Brownie herself as a child.
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Royal sources said: “The Queen and the countess had a fantastically warm and joyful relationship. Her Majesty admired Sophie’s quiet sense of duty, her strong work ethic and the way she balanced her public and family lives. They also shared many of the same interests.
“The Queen’s decision to pass on these patronages reflects the closeness of their bond. Sophie’s growing popularity with the public is also evident and she will take on a larger public profile in a new-look monarchy of King Charles.”
Sophie joined her husband Prince Edward in Manchester yesterday (September 15) to see floral tributes to the Queen in St Ann's Square. They then lit candles in her memory at Manchester Cathedral.
She was praised for her empathy after hugging a young boy with special needs, Josh, and laying his flowers in the square as he paid his respects. Before leaving, she returned to Josh in his Union Jack baseball cap to embrace him once more.
His mum, Sue, said: “She was warm and wonderful. Sophie had time and a hug for everyone.” Another onlooker said: “She was so genuine and approachable.”
The depth of the relationship between the Queen and Sophie is only becoming more apparent, with the pair spending Saturday afternoons watching old films or walking their dogs together. The loss of the Queen Mother and Princess Margaret early on in their friendship sealed their bond and has strengthened ever since following the deaths of Sophie's mother and Prince Philip.
The source said: "The Queen trusted Sophie implicitly. They also have the same sense of humour and she was able to chat and laugh with her like she used to with her sister.”
“She welcomed Sophie’s common sense, particularly after the Harry and Meghan drama. But she is inherently kind, so it was no surprise to see her putting all that aside as she and Meghan travelled by car together this week.”
Sophie has been working as a full-time royal for 20 years, after marrying Edward in 1999. Previously she ran her own PR company for five years and in earlier life spent time working as a ski representative in Switzerland.
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A public consultation on the introduction of parking charges by Tunbridge Wells Borough Council asked residents if they would "rather pay for car parking via a £10 rise in council tax". Council chiefs will decide on Thursday (September 22) whether to press ahead with sweeping and hefty car parking charges.
The cabinet could opt to introduce all the price hikes from December 1, apart from in Dunorlan Park. But they have other options, which includes keeping free periods for Yew Tree Road in Southborough and/or in Paddock Wood.
They could also agree to consult on introducing parking charges in Dunorlan Park, the proposal for which caused a public outcry in recent weeks. The parking charges report in July sets out the wallet-busting increases at council car parks including Crescent Road, Great Hall, Torrington, Beech Street, John Street and the Royal Victoria Place.
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Price hikes have rocketed in some areas, with increases of 33 per cent, 50 per cent and even by more than 65 per cent, in the case of all-day parking in Linden Park Road. Season ticket charges are also rising steeply, with increases most commonly at £50 a year.
The six week consultation on parking charges which ended on September 5 sparked 921 respondents, many from Southborough and Paddock Wood, where Southborough's Yew Tree Road, and Paddock Wood East and West car park hikes are considered the most contentious.
According to the council report which will be presented at cabinet, 80 per cent of respondents were against paying 50p for the first two hours of parking in Yew tree Road. While 79 per cent were against paying 50p for the first hour of parking at Paddock Wood.
Council leaders have said the charges would help plug the £944,000 revenue budget hole in this financial year. When residents were asked in the consultation how to find the money, the "main suggestions from respondents were for the number/cost of councillors and staff to be reduced", said the report.
Although the council asked if residents would "rather pay" £10 in their council tax towards parking, the report states the council was prevented from doing this because the annual increase cap for the council was £5. The report said 47 per cent of respondents said they would be supportive of paying the £10, but they were generally people who wanted to keep free parking in Yew Tree Road and Paddock Wood.
The plan to introduce parking charges in Dunorlan Park was pushed off course almost immediately after an outcry from park users and the Friends group.
The proposal had included a £5 charge for more than three hours, and a £1 charge for the first hour. However, on Thursday, the cabinet could resurrect this idea and launch a consultation.
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Almost three months after Roe v. Wade was overturned, the landscape of abortion access is still shifting significantly in some states, sometimes very quickly.
Changing restrictions and litigation in neighboring Indiana and Ohio this week illustrate the whiplash for providers and patients navigating sudden changes in what is allowed where.
Sister clinics who just weeks ago were sending patients from Ohio, where most abortions were banned, to Indiana, where the procedure was allowed, have now flip-flopped roles after the two states’ access restrictions reversed, at least temporarily.
Here is a deeper look at the current state of the shifting national landscape:
WHAT CHANGED THIS WEEK?
An Ohio judge blocked enforcement on Wednesday of the state’s ban on most abortions after fetal cardiac activity is detected. The ban had been in effect since shortly after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe on June 24. The judge’s action allows abortions to resume in pregnancies up to 20 weeks’ gestation for 14 days.
Then, on Thursday, a new Indiana law took effect that bans most abortions, marking its status as the first state in the nation to approve new abortion restrictions since the high court’s abortion ruling. Republican Gov. Eric Holcomb signed the ban into law Aug. 5.
Under the new law, abortions are permitted only in cases of rape and incest before 10-weeks post-fertilization; to protect the life and physical health of the patient; or if a fetus is diagnosed with a lethal anomaly. A doctor who performs an illegal abortion or who fails to file required reports must lose their medical license.
HOW IS THIS AFFECTING PROVIDERS?
All seven Indiana abortion clinics lost their licenses Thursday under the state’s new law, which allows abortions to only be performed in hospitals or outpatient surgical centers owned by hospitals. More than 98% of the state’s abortions were done by those clinics in 2021.
Abortion clinics in the state told The Associated Press they will remain open to refer patients out of state, including to neighboring Ohio.
“I thought that today would be the worst day,” Dr. Katie McHugh, a provider at the Indianapolis abortion clinic Women’s Med, told the AP on Thursday. “But I think the worst day was yesterday, knowing that the patients that we saw in the office yesterday were the last ones that we would see, and knowing how much it meant for all of us that were there — the staff, the physicians and the patients — that we were able to provide that care to the last moment.”
Dr. Alison Case — who since 2020 provided medication abortions at the South Bend abortion clinic Whole Woman’s Health — will continue her work as a family practice doctor in Indianapolis.
She said she worries for the labor and delivery patients she oversees at a hospital in the city.
“I think there’s going to be more people forced to carry their pregnancies to term, so I think we’ll see more deliveries,” she said. “But I think, important to note, we’re also going to see more of these complications.”
In Ohio, clinics were preparing for a high volume of patients coming in from surrounding states following the judge’s ruling — though they realize it could be short-lived.
“Well, I never expected to be a surge state,” said Iris Harvey, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio, using the new lingo of the field. “For 14 days, we might be.”
Ohio clinics that had been prohibited from performing most abortions will resume those services beginning Friday.
HOW IS THIS AFFECTING PATIENTS?
The shifting legal landscape has required patients in affected states to regroup, sometimes repeatedly. Kellie Copeland, executive director of Pro-Choice Ohio, an abortion rights advocacy group, said some have been unable to terminate their pregnancies.
Harvey said Planned Parenthood has set up a central location for abortion requests and hired additional staff, oftentimes social workers, to help people navigate various states’ laws as they change.
McHugh said Women’s Med received “dozens” of calls Wednesday from patients who could not schedule an abortion that day due to Indiana’s 18-hour waiting period on the procedure.
“Every time it was a difficult conversation, because every time it was like breaking the news to someone that they couldn’t get their care,” McHugh said.
Lawyers were still reviewing whether patients traveling from Indiana to Ohio would be able to get anything but a surgical abortion. The two-pill regimen used in medication abortions would generally mean taking one pill in a permissive state and one in a restrictive state, the latter potentially breaking the law, providers said.
Anti-abortion groups continue to tout existing restrictions and the new ones being passed in the states in the wake of the Supreme Court’s ruling.
“Ohio is pro-life and this law was supported by the people,” said Margie Christie, president of the Right to Life Action Coalition of Ohio. “Women do not need abortion in Ohio. We have abundant resources for mothers and their children to thrive.”
WHEN WILL THE LANDSCAPE SHIFT AGAIN?
With Indiana’s ban taking effect, the nation has 13 states with current bans on abortion at any point in pregnancy and one more, Georgia, with a ban on abortions after fetal cardiac activity can be detected — usually around six weeks, often before women realize they’re pregnant.
Though it had not yet been signed by the governor, a ban approved by West Virginia lawmakers Wednesday had already prompted the state’s only abortion clinic to close, pushing potentially more patients to neighboring Ohio. Arizona’s ban is scheduled to kick in Sept. 24, with legal cases and legislative action expected to continue to change the status of abortion access of some states.
Then, on Nov. 8, abortion-related measures will be on ballots in at least five states. In California, Michigan and Vermont, voters will be asked to protect the right to abortion. In Kentucky, the question is whether to amend the state constitution to declare that it does not include the right to abortion. And Montana voters will decide on a measure to require medical care for infants born alive after an attempted abortion. | https://www.wwlp.com/news/states-scramble-as-us-abortion-laws-change/ | 2022-09-16T13:01:37Z | wwlp.com | control | https://www.wwlp.com/news/states-scramble-as-us-abortion-laws-change/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
A hosepipe ban which came into force in parts of Kent on August 12 is still in force. South East Water introduced the temporary restrictions after the driest July since records began in 1832.
The ban, which also affects much of Sussex, means residents cannot use hosepipes or sprinklers for domestic purposes such as washing cars or watering the garden. And so far there is no news on an end date for the ban.
With September predominantly dry so far, what hope is there for an early lifting of the restrictions? Many gardeners will be keenly awaiting news.
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What are the prospects for rain?
According to the Met Office’s latest forecast, there will be no significant rain for the next seven days. The BBC forecast provided by Meteo Group, which runs until September 29, only shows one day of rain – on Monday, September 26.
There is little comfort to be found in the long-range forecasts for those hoping for rain. The Met Office says that the first half of October will see high pressure centred close to the south of the UK, meaning that drier weather is more likely here, with temperatures generally above average.
Meanwhile, theweatheroutlook forecast for the autumn says autumn will have below average rainfall – “A slightly warmer than average autumn with slightly below average rain is forecast. However, the chance of colder periods later on is considered to be higher than the norm.”
What has South East Water said about the hosepipe ban
South East Water has not given an end date for the hosepipe ban yet. On the companies website it says 'It is likely that it will continue until we are confident that the demand for water has reduced back to manageable levels. We will keep the position under constant review.
'This really is just a short temporary measure to help us in these very unusual circumstances.' Any one affected by the hosepipe ban should be notified once it has ended.
How can I save water?
South East Water has the following suggestions on its website:
- Take shorter showers
- User water butts in your garden
- Turn off the tap while brushing your teeth
- Report leaks
- Make sure dishwashers and washing machines are full before you turn them on
- Fix dripping taps.
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Kochi: With the recurring incidents of drug deals and murder, taking houses on rent in the Kakkanad area is now at the mercy of the police.
A circular, issued by the Kakkanad police last month, had stipulated that those residing at flats on rent should mandatorily procure the tenant verification certificate from the police station. But it is being contended that there is no such certificate, and that no law in India mandates the requirement of such a certificate for residing at any place.
"To those who asked about this tenant verification certificate, Thrikkakara assistant commissioner said that it is the Certificate of Non-Involvement in Offences. The police cannot insist on even this certificate. Stipulating a certificate to reside anywhere in India does not stand the scrutiny of the constitutional provisions,” V4 Kochi president Nipun Cherian has said.
Another objection raised is that accepting the stipulation for such a certificate could lead to financial frauds in the future. "In a land where a bribe needs to be given to the cop who comes home for passport clearance, there is reason to be suspicious of the intention behind such a directive," a youth who resides here said.
"Those who require the certificate have been directed to apply for it on the ‘Thuna’ website. Though the amount is remitted directly to the government, the verification is to be done by the Infopark police," he said.
“To get the certificate, Rs 620 has to be remitted on the website to avail the government service. Over 10,000 people from other districts are estimated to be residing in the Kakkanad area, which is known as the Silicon Valley of Kerala. Levying Rs 620 from this many people, would lead to financial transactions involving large sums of money. Under the cover of this, the aim is to commit other financial frauds,” Nipun alleged.
“The directive that the certificate of the police is required to stay on rent would make it nearly impossible to get a place of residence for those who have been entangled in any legal case," says Kurian Thomas who works in the IT sector.
“Even if involved in a case, how can a person be termed as guilty until the court declares so? We should remember that such draconian regulations are in a country where a person is presumed innocent until proven guilty. The main problem is that the police, who say that this is the way to prevent drug deals and murders in Kakkanad area, are not able to do their duty.
“Without taking even the basic steps to prevent drug trafficking, the police are trying to cash in on the techies who stay on rent. As there are mechanisms in place to detect drug abuse, why is the police scared of utilising these? There could be specific reasons behind this. Those who have any financial means would not wait in queue to get the police certificate. Instead they would try to procure it by even bribing some cop. The police are eyeing this," he said.
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Kollam: The Congress on Friday suspended three of its workers for allegedly vandalising a shop after its owner Anaz's refused to donate more money towards Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Yatra in Kerala.
The three suspended workers are Vilakkudy west constituency president Salim Zainuddin, Youth Congress state secretary H Aneesh Khan and District Congress Committee member Kunnikode Shahjahan.
Anaz had already paid Congress Rs 500. However, this failed to appease the three. They insisted on Rs 2,000.
When Anaz refused, they scattered the vegetables from the shop on the road.
The footage of the attack made rounds on social media enraging many.
Congress was quick to react. Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee president K Sudhakaran, in his tweet, labelled the incident as "unacceptable" and said the three were suspended with immediate effect.
"They do not represent our ideology and such behaviour is inexcusable," Sudhakaran said.
He also added that, unlike other parties which get corporate donations, Congress "crowdfunds small donations voluntarily".
"The politics of Congress is of getting together. Bharat Jodo Yatra is to unite the country," Sudhakaran said.
However, he refrained from admitting that his party workers had vandalised the shop. Instead, he wrote, "Congress workers should have shown the maturity to avoid such bad situations even though it is obvious that it was the shopowner himself who destroyed the vegetables."
The party is investigating the matter.
The Bharat Jodo Yatra, which entered Kerala on September 10 evening, would traverse through the state covering 450 km, touching seven districts for 19 days before entering Karnataka on October 1. It is devised as a way to revitalise the party after its string of debacles and leadership crises these past years. | https://www.onmanorama.com/news/kerala/2022/09/16/congress-workers-vandalize-shop-kollam-suspended.html | 2022-09-16T13:03:20Z | onmanorama.com | control | https://www.onmanorama.com/news/kerala/2022/09/16/congress-workers-vandalize-shop-kollam-suspended.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Thookkupalam (Idukki): A group of 5 men allegedly vandalised a hotel in Ramakkalmedu and attempted to manhandle a staff alleging that there weren't enough chicken pieces in the fried rice they had ordered.
The five-man gang smashed plates and damaged tables creating an alarming atmosphere in the Zieon Hills resort in Ramakkalmedu, the resort authorities alleged.
The incident happened on Wednesday night at 10.30. The gang ate food including chicken fried rice from the resort. According to one of the staff, one of the five men smashed his plate and demanded more chicken alleging that there was very few chicken pieces in the fried rice that was served.
The gang allegedly damaged the tables and also tried to manhandle a staff. The staff said that one of the men had injured his hand as well.
The resort owners and Kerala Vyapari Vyavasayi Ekopana Samithi office bearers have given a complaint to the Nedumkandam Police.
The Police said that the investigation is on.
Meanwhile, the accused men maintained that they had only engaged in a verbal argument as they were not served the food they ordered and that they had not damaged the tables. | https://www.onmanorama.com/news/kerala/2022/09/16/dispute-chicken-pieces-idukki-hotel.html | 2022-09-16T13:03:32Z | onmanorama.com | control | https://www.onmanorama.com/news/kerala/2022/09/16/dispute-chicken-pieces-idukki-hotel.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
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Dr. Don Rowe is a medical doctor and cardiology specialist. He performs heart catheterizations, transesophageal echocardiogram, cardioversions, echocardiography, vascular ultrasound interpretation, nuclear and non-nuclear stress test interpretation as well as consultative cardiology.
Dr. Rowe spoke with rolling out about the causes heart problems, how they affect the Black community, and best practices for taking care of our hearts.
What should a person know about their heart and how to take care of it?
One interesting thing about the heart is it’s a really important organ, and it supplies all the other organs. Without a heart, we have no chance or no opportunity, and it’s really important to protect this critical organ. It also turns out that heart disease and cardiovascular disease are the number one cause of death in the world. This is important because it turns out the great majority of cardiovascular disease [deaths] are preventable deaths. That’s the part that always bothers me because people die for no reason by not paying attention to their diet, their exercise, sleep duration and quality. That level of stress, sugar intake, and weight are absolutely modifiable risk factors to decrease our risk of dying from cardiovascular disease. I was always amazed how a lot of the deaths related to cardiovascular disease are absolutely preventable.
How do cardiovascular diseases affect the Black community?
Cardiovascular diseases disproportionately affect our people. It disproportionately affects our people in many ways. One is access to health care, the second is the equity within the health care once they get health care, and three is the cost of health care. Another one is the fear and stigma about the Black community within healthcare. At some point, you have to make up your mind that living is better than not living. You’re fully aware and educated about this history, but then you say to yourself, “I better invest in myself to give myself the best chance to stay alive.” What I mean by that is to check your blood pressure, and make sure you’re checking with your doctor at least once a year. In most cases, there may even need to be more check-in with your doctor if one has an underlying cardiovascular risk factor already. If you know that you normally were feeling pretty good, and you notice over the last two or three weeks you have fatigue, your appetite is bad, you have shortness of breath, for some reason you feel like your heart is racing all the time, and you have more trouble sleeping, all these things are early precursors that something may be wrong. In other words, to deal with this, you invest in yourself first, and then you go seek medical care. | https://rollingout.com/2022/09/16/dr-don-rowe-discusses-how-the-black-community-can-take-care-of-their-hearts/ | 2022-09-16T13:08:12Z | rollingout.com | control | https://rollingout.com/2022/09/16/dr-don-rowe-discusses-how-the-black-community-can-take-care-of-their-hearts/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Majorlilkween continues to make smoke in New York with her latest collaboration “Rogue” with Bali Baby.
The single is ntended to be a women’s empowerment anthem encouraging self-love in the social media era. At 16 The rapper moved from the European nation of Estonia to New York City to pursue her fashion career. Recently, she talked with rolling out about her latest single and her booming career.
How would you describe your creative process?
I am a very hands on and visual person.
It all starts with vibing to melodies, samples or just playing instruments at the studio. Then, the producer and I start building the beat. Once we have something we both like, he keeps fine tuning and I start writing. After I lay down a demo, I take it home, listen to it a thousand times and rearrange things until I’m ready to go back to the studio.
Then, I lay down a first draft with my vocal coach/writer Leighann Benn and we work on lyrics, melodies and harmonies, if needed.
Then, I move on to mixing and mastering. By that time, I already had a concept for the cover and visual.
Once we have everything shot, I edit the photos and video, and then the marketing planning begins. Usually I’m working on two or three songs at various stages at a time.
Who in New York is making smoke right now?
In music, obviously Ice Spice literally applies the pressure on all the girlies.
Shxpir is an incredible New York-based photographer, visual and digital artist, doing the sickest animated installations and pop ups for brands like Private Policy, Salvadore Ferragamo and Coach. Murder Bravado is the hardest designer emerging from New York period. His denim work is super creative and iconic. Ev has a co-sign from Virgil and got all the biggest rappers on lock.
How was it working with Bali Baby?
It was a dream. I’ve known her for a few years prior so we already had built a relationship and chemistry. I adore her work ethic and how on point she is with even the smallest details. We both have that in common. She was into the whole creative vision of the song, images and video while bringing her own bad b— flavor to the table. I had so much fun, it didn’t even feel like we were working. When women come together it truly is magic.
What advice do you have for aspiring artists?
Be your own biggest supporter, if you want something bad enough it will happen and you will put in the necessary work. Don’t let nothing or no one stop you. Believe in the dream. Practice makes perfect. Go out of your way to find ways to make it happen.
Where can people find your music?
I am on Spotify, Apple Music, Soundcloud, Tidal, YouTube and TikTok as Majorlilkween. Instagram @alexelizabethljadov and Twitter @lostmyjuul. | https://rollingout.com/2022/09/16/majorlilkween-details-new-bali-baby-collaboration-reveals-whos-making-smoke/ | 2022-09-16T13:08:18Z | rollingout.com | control | https://rollingout.com/2022/09/16/majorlilkween-details-new-bali-baby-collaboration-reveals-whos-making-smoke/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Mistakes and missed opportunities will forever be the story of Week 1’s loss to the Bears. If the 49ers are going to even their record against the Seahawks, defensive coordinator DeMeco Ryans knows what has to be done by his players.
“We have to do our part on Sunday. We have to finish. That’s one thing we didn’t do this past Sunday, we didn’t finish. We had opportunities to close that game out, and defensively we didn’t get the job done. For us, the thing coming in is how much better can we play? How can we help support our team and put us in position to win the game?”
It’s no secret Kyle Shanahan wants to lean on the defense this season. Hell, the way he manages games it feels like he wants to do that every season. With Trey Lance under center, that goes double for 2022. With that in mind, it would be understandable if Ryans and the defense put extra pressure on themselves this year because of the inexperience at quarterback.
Hufanga the Unrelenting got things off to a great start last week with an early interception of Justin Fields. Unfortunately for the 49ers that was the only turnover they generated all game. Ryans let it be known that the standard is higher this week.
“We just got to go get the ball more. I think it was great for Huf getting the one interception, but my challenge to our guys is can we get more? Can we get more? Can we get more? So if we continue to play like we played on Sunday, play smarter and continue to attack the ball. Everyone’s going to be happy with the results on Sunday.”
From your lips to God’s ears, coach. With a couple of turnovers and a little more success inside the red zone, the 49ers would look like a completely different team in Week 2.
Hear more about this and other stories in today’s 49ers in Five podcast. Our five minute daily update gives you the latest news, best audio clips, and everything else you need to know about the team. Subscribe to the Niners Nation Podcast Network today so you don’t miss an episode! | https://www.ninersnation.com/2022/9/16/23355948/49ers-news-in-five-demeco-ryans-we-didnt-finish-last-week | 2022-09-16T13:13:59Z | ninersnation.com | control | https://www.ninersnation.com/2022/9/16/23355948/49ers-news-in-five-demeco-ryans-we-didnt-finish-last-week | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
“The fact neither player has even gotten a limited session is not a good sign for their availability in Week 2. Kittle and Brunskill have both been absent from every practice this season.”
Steve Young: Kyle Shanahan got caught being too conservative with Trey Lance in Week 1
“Kyle was not expansive with the game plan for Trey,” Young told Tolbert & Copes on Wednesday afternoon. “It wasn’t like here’s your coming out party. Not it was very, very careful, very reserved. Got to the 10-0 lead. At halftime Kyle probably thought to himself ‘perfection.’ Everything’s fine, let’s go close this down and then they got jammed up.
Branch: 49ers’ Javon Kinlaw on encouraging opening: ‘I’ve got two legs now’ (paywall)
“As far as explosion, power, stuff like that, I’ve got two legs now,” Kinlaw said. “I’ve been operating on one good leg for a long time. So for me to have two legs and be able to use both the right way? And have no pain when I’m trying to plant on it? Of course it’s going to make a difference. People are just starting to see now what I can really do.”
Talanoa Hufanga and the 49ers defense focus on key matchups against Seattle (paywall)
“Ward spent the past three seasons in Kansas City, but he never faced Metcalf because the Chiefs didn’t play the Seahawks in that span. That’ll change on Sunday, with the battle between the 6-foot-4 Metcalf’s blistering speed and Ward’s silky smooth movement set to be a headlining matchup of the game.”
La Canfora: Shanahan colleagues expect him to bench Lance if 49ers lose to Seahawks
“Quoting a “contract negotiator” for an NFL franchise, La Canfora wrote, “Look at the level of detail that went into that contract. That’s not the kind of thing you do for your backup, right before your raw quarterback makes his first Week 1 start, if you aren’t concerned about him. The deal is structured the way it is because Garoppolo is likely to play. Or they expect him to play. My guess is sooner rather than later.”
“It definitely wasn’t anything like that,” Lance assured. “I know you guys freak out when BA only has a certain amount of touches but it’s definitely not, like you go into a game being like ‘OK, we’re going to give Deebo the ball eight times plus’ or whatever it may be. Deebo’s obviously going to get more touches because he’s in the run game.”
Papa says 49ers ‘annoyed’ by Week 1 loss, must play ‘sharper’
“Independent of Trey, the team around him has got to play better,” Papa continued to Maiocco. “The mistake they made Sunday in Chicago is they put it on the quarterback.”
Richard Sherman remains confident in 49ers Super Bowl prediction
“I think it was kind of an asterisk game with the conditions being what they were,” Sherman said. “Anybody would have struggled in a monsoon rain. The receivers have a hard time grabbing the ball. Obviously, the Deebo [Samuel] fumble was huge. But it’s the conditions that make it tougher on everybody in a football game...I think in normal conditions, in normal everyday conditions, I think the team will be fine. I think [Lance] will be fine, and I think he showed a lot of poise and a lot of positive things in that game.”
Corey Wootton calls out Kyle Shanahan after coach’s comments on KNBR
“So the Bears got you. You talk about play calling, this, that and the other, the same thing that happened in the Falcons game. You abandoned the run game when you had the game on lock. Same thing you did in the second half, that’s why the Bears were able to get the dub.
It is [personal]. I don’t like his arrogance. I told you guys that. I feel he carries himself in a different manner and it rubs me the wrong way and it rubs a lot of people that played in the league the wrong way too.” | https://www.ninersnation.com/2022/9/16/23356110/49ers-news-trey-lance-dancers-video-twitter-reactions-javon-kinlaw-steve-young-benched-starter-jimmy | 2022-09-16T13:14:06Z | ninersnation.com | control | https://www.ninersnation.com/2022/9/16/23356110/49ers-news-trey-lance-dancers-video-twitter-reactions-javon-kinlaw-steve-young-benched-starter-jimmy | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Grammy-nominated hip-hop performer Mystikal is scheduled for arraignment on charges accusing him of raping and choking a woman and illegally possessing drugs at his Louisiana home.
Charges the performer will face during his arraignment Monday will include first-degree rape, which carries an automatic life sentence if Tyler is convicted.
“My client is innocent of all charges,” attorney Joel Pearce said in a text message Thursday. He said the rapper, whose given name is Michael Tyler, had a court order to protect him from the woman, and he is “the true victim.”
Pearce said he hopes he will be allowed to present evidence supporting bond for Tyler, who has been held without bond since the end of July. A judge denied bond on Aug. 4, but Pearce, who did not then represent the performer, said it was not a full bond hearing that would take evidence in Tyler’s favor.
Tyler was arrested July 31 on charges accusing him of choking and raping the woman at his home in Prairieville, an Ascension Parish community of about 33,000 near Baton Rouge.
A news release Wednesday from the district attorney’s office said Tyler was indicted last week on 10 counts including rape, domestic abuse battery by strangulation and false imprisonment. Investigators who searched his home found “evidence to corroborate the victim’s account of the rape along with a variety of illegal narcotics,” the statement said.
An Ascension Parish grand jury brought the charges in two indictments handed up Sept. 6, The Advocate reported.
District Attorney Ricky Babin said in an email that because they are part of an ongoing criminal matter, the indictments are not public records under state law.
Pearce represented Tyler on rape and kidnapping charges that prosecutors in northwest Louisiana dropped in December 2020. Those charges, brought in 2017, had kept him jailed for nearly 18 months before he was released on $3 million bond.
Mystikal told The Associated Press in April 2021 that he now is proud of lyrics he can imagine rapping to God.
His 2000 hit “Shake (It Fast) earned a 2001 Grammy nomination for best rap solo. In 2003, his “Tarantula” was nominated for best rap album and the single “Bouncin’ Back” for best male rap solo.
He pleaded guilty to sexual battery later in 2003. He served six years in prison. | https://www.wwlp.com/news/national/rapper-mystikal-to-face-arraignment-on-rape-drug-charges/ | 2022-09-16T13:14:33Z | wwlp.com | control | https://www.wwlp.com/news/national/rapper-mystikal-to-face-arraignment-on-rape-drug-charges/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Oil has been catching a bit of a bid in the last hour and some of that is due to a report from Reuters highlighting the thinking of Saudia Arabia and Russian leaders.
Saudi Arabia and Russia, the de facto leaders of the OPEC+ oil producer group, see $100 a barrel as a fair price that the global economy can absorb, sources familiar with government thinking in the two countries told Reuters.
The report says that recent signals suggest a preferred price level of around $90 to $100 a barrel for Brent crude, according to three government sources and analysts who spoke with Reuters. Read more here.
OPEC had previously talked about $75-80 as a fair price for oil but once they got a taste of that $100 oil, they certainly liked it. Saudi Arabia is slated to be the strongest global economy this year.
It's also increasingly clear to me that there won't be enough investment in oil supplies to sustain future demand if oil isn't close to $100. That's an argument Saudi Arabia frequently uses. The recent decline in US rig counts along with Bakken production bears that out. Long cycle oil projects aside from Guyana are virtually extinct. | https://www.forexlive.com/news/saudi-arabia-and-russia-see-100-as-a-fair-price-for-oil-report-20220916/ | 2022-09-16T13:17:18Z | forexlive.com | control | https://www.forexlive.com/news/saudi-arabia-and-russia-see-100-as-a-fair-price-for-oil-report-20220916/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
The JPY is the strongest and the GBP is the weakest as the North American session begins.
China economic news was weaker today.
FedEx after the close, announced a bunch of cost cutting measures. It is thought that as FedEx goes, so too goes the global economy.
Along those lines, UK retail sales showed the weakness with a decline of -1.6% vs -0.5% estimate. Yesterday the US retail sales also came in weaker (especially taking into consideration the revisions to the prior month)
Stocks are down in premarket trading in the US as bad news is no longer good news, but is truly bad news. The expectations are that earnings will be ratcheting lower and that will lead to lower prices.
The major indices are down in premarket trading and down this week (S&P closed down -4% for the week yesterday and is looking to tack on other declines today at the moment). Today is quadruple witching which can bring volatility along with volume in the stock market.
The Michigan sentiment index (a timely index of the state of the consumer) is set to be released at 10 AM ET. Included is a measure of current expecations, future expectations and 1 and 5 year inflation expectations - all of which is important as as the economy sits on the recessionary/stagflationary fence. It is the preliminary report of data received so far. The final will be released a week or two down the road.
A look at the market levels shows:
- spot gold is trading near unchanged at $1664.75
- spot silver is down $0.13 or -0.73% at $19.02
- WTI crude oil is trading at $85.99 which is up 1.05% on the day
- The price of bitcoin is up a little at $19,850 but remains below the $20,000 level at the start of the north American session
In the premarket for US stocks, major indices are lower after yesterdays declines:
- Dow industrial average is down -235 points after yesterdays -173.27 point decline
- S&P index is down -35.5 points after yesterdays -44.68 point decline
- NASDAQ index is down -121 points after yesterdays -167.3 point decline
In the European equity markets, the major indices are trading lower led by the German DAX:
- German DAX, -1.58%
- France's CAC -1.12%
- UK's FTSE 100 -0.20%
- Spain's Ibex -0.74%
- Italy's FTSE MIB -0.73%
In the US debt market, yields are mixed/little changed:
In the European debt market, the yields are tilting to the upside: | https://www.forexlive.com/technical-analysis/the-jpy-is-the-strongest-and-the-gbp-is-the-weakest-as-the-na-session-begins-20220916/ | 2022-09-16T13:17:30Z | forexlive.com | control | https://www.forexlive.com/technical-analysis/the-jpy-is-the-strongest-and-the-gbp-is-the-weakest-as-the-na-session-begins-20220916/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
(Our Auto Expert) — The motor city’s fighting spirit is still evident as the North American international auto show returns after three years. Recovery is slow for the show and for auto sales, down 17 percent, due to parts shortages.
This has not stopped automakers from introducing new groundbreaking vehicles. Ford used the Detroit show as the opportunity to introduce a new generation of the best-selling sports coupe in the world. The new Mustang.
Sold in 70 countries, this new Mustang will surprise and delight you. The most powerful the company has ever made. You can rev it from the key fob and drift it.
The drama and razzmatazz are back at auto shows. Jeep has got it all, and they rolled out a 30th Anniversary Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe. It’s been 30 years since they broke the glass famously In Detroit as they rolled out the original Grand Cherokee.
President Biden made a memorable trip to Detroit after the automaker confirmed it would build its new electric Jeeps in the United States. Jeep also announced it would build a Wrangler Willy’s 4xe plug-in hybrid and a luxury Jeep Wagoneer 4xe plug-in hybrid.
Jim Morrison is head of the Jeep brand in North America he had this to say: “we listen to our customers, and I have to say thanks to our customers for driving us that way, right? It’s listening to Grand Cherokee customers over the years. They’ve helped us refine this. At every step of the way,”
Tim Kuniskis is head of Dodge and looks to the future of their brand with electrics, he stated: “looking for emotion, excitement, performance. And we’ve been very clear. We said the only way we’re going to get people to come into the space, muscle car contenders, to come into this space is if we give them something better than what they have today” The North American auto show was a success. We can’t wait to see what the future of electric cars holds. | https://www.wpri.com/automotive/detroit-comes-stampeding-back/ | 2022-09-16T13:18:15Z | wpri.com | control | https://www.wpri.com/automotive/detroit-comes-stampeding-back/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
WARWICK, R.I. (WPRI) — Rhode Island Energy customers could be shelling out more money for their utility bills come fall.
The utility told customers back in July to expect higher electricity bills this coming winter, then said the same for residential and commercial gas customers earlier this month.
Rhode Island Energy said the rate hikes are a temporary fix to offset the higher costs to provide power, given the current state of the economy.
Electricity customers are expected to see their bills increase roughly $52 per month from October through March, while gas bills could go up 15% for residential customers and 16% for small businesses starting Nov. 1.
On Friday, the R.I. Public Utilities Commission is scheduled to take public comment at a 9 a.m. meeting from people who want to speak out about the proposed rate hikes.
Those interested in participating can do so through Zoom or by calling 929-205-6099 and entering meeting number 819 5874 3926, followed by the # symbol when prompted.
Anyone who wishes to comment is asked to enter the meeting or call in five to ten minutes prior.
Those who want to listen in but not provide comment can watch the meeting here.
Written comments can also be submitted by emailing PUC.PublicComments@puc.ri.gov, SUBJECT: RI Energy Rate Change.
Rhode Island Energy says help is available for Rhode Islanders who need help paying their bills. The utility offered the following tips:
- Shop for electricity: We encourage customers to use the Last Resort Service rates as a reference point when shopping for the electricity supplier that offers the service and price that is right for them. If customers do choose to shop for a supplier, we encourage them to pay attention to the specific terms of the agreements they sign. Sometimes suppliers offer introductory offers or special incentives. Customers should be aware of variable rates that often start low and then increase significantly with the price of energy. For tips on smart shopping, visit the state of Rhode Island’s website.
- Save energy: Reducing the amount of energy used at a home or business can save customers money on their monthly bills. Rhode Island Energy offers tips, programs, and rebates that can help. Residential customers can also sign up for a free home energy audit. For more information, visit RIEnergy.com.
- Get bill assistance: We offer numerous programs and tools – including budget billing and payment plans – to help customers who are having trouble keeping up with their electric bills. To learn more, visit RIEnergy.com or call 1-800-743-1104.
12 News will be at the meeting and have an update at noon on WPRI 12 and right here on WPRI.com. | https://www.wpri.com/money/puc-taking-public-comment-on-proposed-utility-rate-hikes/ | 2022-09-16T13:18:21Z | wpri.com | control | https://www.wpri.com/money/puc-taking-public-comment-on-proposed-utility-rate-hikes/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
BOSTON (AP) — The sex lives of constipated scorpions, cute ducklings with an innate sense of physics, and a life-size rubber moose may not appear to have much in common, but they all inspired the winners of this year’s Ig Nobels, the prize for comical scientific achievement.
Held less than a month before the actual Nobel Prizes are announced, Thursday’s 32nd annual Ig Nobel prize ceremony was for the third year in a row a prerecorded affair webcast on the Annals of Improbable Research magazine’s website.
The winners, honored in 10 categories, also included scientists who found that when people on a blind date are attracted to each other, their heart rates synchronize, and researchers who looked at why legal documents can be so utterly baffling, even to lawyers themselves.
Even though the ceremony was prerecorded, it retained much of the fun of the live event usually held at Harvard University.
As has been an Ig Nobel tradition, real Nobel laureates handed out the prizes, using a bit of video trickery: The Nobel laureates handed the prize off screen, while the winners reached out and brought a prize they had been sent and self-assembled into view.
Winners also received a virtually worthless Zimbabwean $10 trillion bill.
Curiosity Ig-nited? Learn more about some of the winners:
GET YOUR DUCKS IN A ROW
“Science is fun. My sort of a tagline is you’re not doing science if you’re not having fun,” said Frank Fish, a biology professor at West Chester University in Pennsylvania who shared the physics Ig Nobel for studying why ducklings follow their mothers in single-file formation.
It’s about energy conservation: The ducklings are drafting, much like stock cars, cyclists and runners do in a race, he said.
“It all has to do with the flow that occurs behind that leading organism and the way that moving in formation can actually be an energetic benefit,” said the appropriately named Fish, whose specialty is studying how animals swim.
He shared the prize with researchers at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland, who found that the ducklings actually surfed in their mother’s wake.
THAT SYNCING FEELING
Eliska Prochazkova’s personal experiences inspired her research on dating that earned her and colleagues the cardiology Ig Nobel.
She had no problems finding her apparent perfect match on dating apps, yet she often found there was no spark when they met face-to-face.
So she set people up on blind dates in real social settings, measured their physiological reactions and found that the heart rates of people attracted to each other synchronized.
So is her work evidence of “love at first sight”?
“It really depends, on how you define love,” Prochazkova, a researcher at Leiden University in the Netherlands, said in an email. “What we found in our research was that people were able to decide whether they want to date their partner very quickly. Within the first two seconds of the date, the participants made a very complex idea about the human sitting in front of them.”
A CRUEL STING
Solimary García-Hernández and Glauco Machado of the University of São Paulo in Brazil won the biology Ig Nobel for studying whether constipation ruins a scorpion’s sex life.
Scorpions can detach a body part to escape a predator — a process called autotomy. But when they lose their tails, they also lose the last portion of the digestive tract, which leads to constipation — and, eventually, death, they wrote in the journal “Integrated Zoology.”
“The long-term decrease in the locomotor performance of autotomized males may impair mate searching,” they wrote.
THAT’S A MOOSE, DUMMY
Magnus Gers won the safety engineering Ig Nobel for making a moose “crash test dummy” for his master’s thesis at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, which was published by the Swedish National Road and Transport Research Institute.
Frequent moose vs. vehicle collisions on Sweden’s highways often result in injuries and death to both human and animal, Gers said in an email. Yet automobile makers rarely include animal crashes in their safety testing.
“I believe this is a fascinating and still very unexplored area that deserves all the attention it can get,” he said. “This topic is mystical, life threatening and more relevant than ever.”
CAN YOU SPEAK LEGALESE?
Anyone who has ever read a terms of service agreement knows that legal documents can be downright incomprehensible.
That frustrated Eric Martinez, a graduate student in the brain and cognitive science department at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology who also has a law degree from Harvard.
He, Francis Mollica and Edward Gibson shared the literature Ig Nobel for analyzing what makes legal documents unnecessarily difficult to understand, research that appeared in the journal “Cognition.”
“Ultimately, there’s kind of a hope that lawyers will think a little more with the reader in mind,” he said. “Clarity doesn’t just benefit the layperson, it also benefits lawyers.” | https://www.wpri.com/news/national/constipated-scorpions-love-at-first-sight-inspire-this-years-ig-nobel-awards/ | 2022-09-16T13:18:27Z | wpri.com | control | https://www.wpri.com/news/national/constipated-scorpions-love-at-first-sight-inspire-this-years-ig-nobel-awards/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Fall is the perfect time to plan a getaway or vacation, with unique and affordable options that are not available during the crowded summer. Fall is when the kids are back in school, the weather is moderate and it’s less expensive to travel. All these facts make fall a fantastic time to plan a getaway. Travel expert Kendra Thornton shares travel tips and super secrets for finding the best deals and destinations.
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