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The mayor of Philadelphia expressed shock and sorrow over the killing of a Filipino lawyer who was shot in the city over the weekend and is offering a $20,000 reward for information that will lead to the arrest of the shooter, a senior Philippine diplomat said.
John Albert Laylo and his mother were heading to the airport to board a flight early Saturday when someone in a nearby car fired several rounds into their Uber at a red light near the University of Pennsylvania, police said. Laylo was hit in the back of the head and died Sunday in a hospital.
“I am sorry. It’s terrible,” Philippine Consul General Elmer Cato quoted Mayor Jim Kenney as telling him in a meeting at Philadelphia City Hall in an apology for Laylo’s family and the Philippines. The mayor told him a $20,000 reward was being offered for any information that will lead to the arrest of the gunman, he said.
The victim’s mother, Leah Laylo, “told me to convey to the mayor her anguish, her anger and her demand for justice” and Kenney gave his assurance “that everything will be done to bring whoever is responsible for the death of her son to justice,” Cato told The Associated Press.
“I also conveyed the great importance the Philippine government places on this case and the hope that authorities would do everything they can to solve the case,” he said.
Laylo, 35, had last worked for a private company in Manila, Cato said. He had also served as a legislative staffer for opposition Sen. Leila de Lima from 2016 to 2018 then left to take up graduate studies. De Lima earlier expressed hope a suspect would immediately be held to account “for the brutal and senseless act.”
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In Cato's meeting with Kenney, who was with two police officials involved in the investigation of the shooting, “we were told it is mostly likely a case of mistaken identity,” Cato said without elaborating. He added police were analyzing video footage that showed some vehicles, including a black Cadillac, near the car carrying Laylo and his mother shortly before or around the time of the attack.
Kenney expressed his concern over the proliferation of guns that has led to deadly shootings in the U.S., Cato said.
In tweets earlier this week, Kenney said he was appalled by the “senseless” shooting. “Every act of gun violence is an unspeakable tragedy,” he wrote, while also calling for anyone with information about the shooting to contact police.
Philadelphia, along with other large U.S. cities, is experiencing a surge in gun violence. In one notable episode June 4, a gun melee in the South Street entertainment district, about 3 miles from the shooting that killed Laylo, left three people dead and several others injured.
Laylo’s mother, who was slightly injured by glass fragments during the shooting, posted to Facebook that she and her son had been on vacation together. She shared snapshots of her and her son touring sites in New York, Washington and Philadelphia.
The victim’s remains may be flown back to the Philippines on Tuesday, Cato said. | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/philadelphia-mayor-sorry-slain-filipino-lawyer-laylo/3277538/ | 2022-06-22T13:13:05 | 1 | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/philadelphia-mayor-sorry-slain-filipino-lawyer-laylo/3277538/ |
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The 22-year-old woman accused of driving drunk and killing three people, including two Pennsylvania state troopers, on I-95 in Philadelphia will appear in court Wednesday morning.
Janaya Tanae Webb, of Montgomery County, has been sitting in a Philadelphia jail since the deadly crash.
Webb is charged with third-degree murder and DUI among other offenses in the crash on I-95 near the Broad Street exit in South Philadelphia on March 21, 2022.
A number of witnesses are expected to testify during Wednesday’s preliminary hearing.
NBC10 was there when a group of state troopers filed into the courthouse before 8 a.m. in a show of support for the victims.
The crash that took the lives of the two state troopers happened around 12:40 a.m. in the southbound lanes of I-95 near Lincoln Financial Field. Sources told NBC10 Pennsylvania State Troopers Martin F. Mack III, 33, and Branden T. Sisca, 29, had just pulled over Webb when they received a call about a man who was walking on the highway. They then left Webb as they responded to the man.
The two troopers spotted 28-year-old Reyes Rivera Oliveras walking on the highway. As they tried to get him into their vehicle, a driver, who officials identified as Webb, drove up to the scene and tried to use the shoulder of the highway to get around them.
The driver hit all three men, police said. The impact was so great that it threw the two officers and Oliveras into the northbound lanes of I-95, police said.
Police said Webb remained at the scene, her car badly damaged, and was later taken into custody. Her alcohol level at the time was twice the legal limit of .08 BAC, according to police.
In March, Webb gave a post-Miranda Rights statement to officers that she had been drinking “strawberry Henny” -- referring to Hennessy Cognac -- prior to the crash, the Philadelphia District Attorney's office said.
Webb’s lawyer Michael Walker argued that his client was very young, a first-time offender and posed no danger to the public.
However, a judge ruled, based on the seriousness of the charges that “there is a public safety issue here,” and kept Webb behind bars until Wednesday’s hearing. | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/woman-charged-in-crash-that-killed-3-including-2-troopers-due-in-court/3277773/ | 2022-06-22T13:13:17 | 1 | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/woman-charged-in-crash-that-killed-3-including-2-troopers-due-in-court/3277773/ |
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Last week, the break of a 24-inch transmission water line impacted the city of Odessa and its residents.
Lack of water availability and boil water notices were part of the routine for a couple days while the break was fixed, the water plant was back online and pressurizing and the system was fully restored.
Communities and residents from across the Permian Basin helped in any way they could, including handing out bottles of water or providing equipment for the infrastructure replacement.
The episode brought state and national attention to Odessa. The city was even “trending” nationwide on Twitter.
The Reporter-Telegram had an opportunity to communicate with Mayor Javier Joven about the break and the efforts to bring water back to Odessa residents.
MRT: At what point did you know the water break was going to be as significant as it became?
Mayor Joven: This is a three-part answer. The first sign of concern that this waterline break was beyond what the city of Odessa normally experiences was the diameter of the pipe (24 inches). Secondly, the inoperable diversion valve west of the break on 42nd Street and State Highway 385 elevated the concern by a big percentage. Lastly, the rapid pressurization and volume of water loss at a fast rate was the final determination all that came to a head at 4 a.m. Tuesday (June 14). As Odessans started to wake up to start their morning, we had to break the news of the severity of the line break and announce the decision to take the water treatment plant offline.
MRT: Considering the age and condition of pipes under Midland and Odessa, how much more of this do you expect we will see?
Mayor Joven: The City of Odessa experiences breaks quite regularly but normally during cold or freezing temperatures. The concern here is that this particular break occurred in the spring not winter. Combining that fact with a valve failure elevates my concern to prioritize infrastructure as the highest quality-of-life issue facing our city, state and nation.
MRT: As the City of Odessa goes though budget season, will there be more attention given to this type of infrastructure improvement?
Mayor Joven: Budget time is here for the City of Odessa. The City Council discussion will focus on priorities and the scope of each projects’ costs, including the delivery of debt and timing, the use of bonds or certificates of obligation. There is a question here here that really needs to be asked: does this line break constitute an emergency or lack of prioritization of past councils? The City of Odessa’s Infrastructure Masterplan has identified both water and sewer priorities and yet in the past this work hasn’t been prioritized over other less important things.
MRT: Is there misinformation about the pipe break/water system outage that you want to address?
Mayor Joven: Yes. I’d like to clarify that the City of Odessa and this City Council has failed to identify and prioritize the replacement of aging infrastructure. It’s been my priority to propose placing on the ballot a city water and sewer underground infrastructure bond. Along with a city-wide road rebuild bond and a sewer plant bond. I also want to remove the ordinance allocating 1% of debt issuance to public art. That 1% of $95 million at the water treatment plant has to be spent on public art at the water treatment plant. Those monies are better to be reinvested in infrastructure. Art is important, but not at the expense of water and sewer, roads, etc .
MRT: What was the thing you were most proud of when looking at the response? What was the area where you see room for improvement?
Mayor Joven: I’m most impressed by the response of our ICP team, the Public Works department and city staff -- the dedication to reestablish water to the residents, coordination of city services, accurate information from the public information officer, OFR, OPD and TEDM and all the countless state agencies and federal and state officials. But I am most proud of what West Texans -- both Odessa and Midland and around the state – did as they offered assistance. The countless restaurant owners in both cities who stepped up were a huge help. Thank you. Makes me proud to call West Texas home.
On the second question, there’s always room for improvement. Establishing a West Texas warehouse to store essentials to respond faster to an emergency event and cut our turnaround time from Dallas, Austin/San Antonio/Houston for basic PoE, water, etc. in bigger volume. I was informed that this warehouse idea is in discussion. | https://www.mrt.com/news/local/article/Odessa-s-mayor-reflects-on-city-s-infrastructure-17256587.php | 2022-06-22T13:16:08 | 1 | https://www.mrt.com/news/local/article/Odessa-s-mayor-reflects-on-city-s-infrastructure-17256587.php |
It's every parent's worst nightmare.
Every year, about 38 kids across the country die from being in hot cars.
So far this year, five have already died, including a child in Houston who was forgotten inside a car for several hours in triple-digit heat.
With the never-ending heat wave in North Texas, first responders have a warning for parents.
On Tuesday, Cook Children's hospital in Fort Worth put on a demonstration to show exactly what that looks like.
Representatives set up a digital thermometer inside a vehicle in the middle of the afternoon.
It hit triple digits outside and inside, the temperature soared quickly.
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Within minutes, it reached 124 degrees. About an hour or so later, it hit 141 degrees inside the SUV.
Experts say this kind of heat can start shutting down organs in anyone stuck inside.
“Inside the vehicle can be 20 or more degrees hotter inside the car than the outside temperature. So it only takes a few minutes for a child to heat up,” said Dana Walraven with Cook Children’s and Safe Kids North Texas. “Children heat up three to five times faster than that of an adult."
If you think it's impossible to forget a child, it's not.
In the last two years, MedStar of Fort Worth has responded to about a dozen kids in hot cars. Already this summer, crews have responded to three incidents, all under 4 years old.
No fatalities have been reported in recent years. But there have been two hot car deaths of children in Texas so far this year.
If you look closer at their data, MedStar is finding that some kids are wandering off from parents, climbing inside vehicles without them knowing, and getting locked in the car.
MedStar says it's important for parents to have situational awareness. Keep your keys out of reach, lock your doors, and look before you lock.
"Speaking from personal experience I have that a three year old and a five year old – I can I can understand how these things can happen,” said Desiree Partain, transformation manager for MedStar. “You get into this kind of haze as a parent, whether you're sleep deprived. We like routine. And sometimes that routine is getting ready for work and leaving the house – and yes, we may have put kiddo in the car but our brains are so occupied with life and work and everything around us. I could understand how a parent could take their kid to work and not realize that they're in the car seat. So it's real."
So the same goes for your pets. They can't sweat, so they can suffocate in the heat even with the windows cracked open.
If you need to, set daily alerts on your phone to check the back seat.
There are also some car seat brands that have sensors on it that will connect to your phone and notify you if someone is still in the car. Some newer car models also come with a reminder feature on the dashboard to alert the driver to check the backseat before getting out.
MedStar says you can also make a habit of putting your purse or other crucial item in the backseat so that you’re forced to go back there to grab it. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/inside-temp-reaches-141-degrees-in-cook-childrens-hot-car-demonstration/2997651/ | 2022-06-22T13:16:11 | 1 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/inside-temp-reaches-141-degrees-in-cook-childrens-hot-car-demonstration/2997651/ |
Members of the Planning and Zoning Commission moved Midland’s newest restaurant a step forward at Tuesday’s meeting.
Commissioners unanimously approved a Specific Use Designation with Term for the sale of all alcoholic beverages, for on premises consumption, in a restaurant for Champs Sports Grill and Bar. The restaurant will occupy the former Brew Street location at 4610 N. Garfield St.
Brian Burns, who made the request along with business partner Andre Patterson, said Champs will feature a full menu including appetizers, a couple of different burgers, salads, chicken-fried dishes, steaks and traditional sports grill fare like chicken wings. Burns said plans are to open the new restaurant in late July.
The two owned and operated a Champs Sports Grill and Bar in Lubbock, but Patterson said they closed it during the COVID-19 pandemic.
They explained that they are reopening Champs in Midland because they also own and operate Horizon Transportation, a trucking company.
Proposed hours for Champs are from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. the following day Monday through Sunday. | https://www.mrt.com/news/local/article/P-Z-approves-designation-for-Champs-Sports-Grill-17256397.php | 2022-06-22T13:16:14 | 1 | https://www.mrt.com/news/local/article/P-Z-approves-designation-for-Champs-Sports-Grill-17256397.php |
Two Jesuit priests have been killed inside a church where a man pursued by gunmen apparently sought refuge in a remote mountainous area of northern Mexico, the religious order's Mexican branch announced Tuesday.
Javier Campos Morales and Joaquin Cesar Mora Salazar were killed Monday inside the church in Cerocahui, Chihuahua.
Violence has plagued the Tarahumara mountains for years. Cerocahui is near a point where Chihuahua state meets Sonora and Sinaloa, a major drug producing region.
A statement from the Roman Catholic Society of Jesus in Mexico demanded justice and the return of the men's bodies. It said gunmen had taken them from the church.
"Acts like these are not isolated," the statement said. "The Tarahumara mountains, like many other regions of the country, face conditions of violence and abandonment that have not been reversed. Every day men and women are arbitrarily deprived of life, as our murdered brothers were today."
President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said during his daily news conference Tuesday that the priests were apparently killed by gunmen pursuing another man who sought refuge in the church. That man was also killed, the president said.
Lopez Obrador said authorities have information about possible suspects in the killings and that the area has a strong organized crime presence.
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Chihuahua Gov. Maria Eugenia Campos wrote in her Twiter account that she "laments and condemns" the killings, and said security arrangements had been discussed for priests in the area.
The killing of priests has been a persistent tragedy in Mexico, at least since the start of the drug war in 2006.
The church's Catholic Multimedia Center said seven priests have been murdered under the current administration, which took office in December 2018, and at least two dozen under the former president, who took office in 2012.
The center said that in 2021, a Franciscan priest died when he was caught in the crossfire of a drug gang shootout in the north-central state of Zacatecas as he drove to Mass. Another priest was killed in the central state of Morelos and another in the violence-plagued state of Guanajuato that year.
In 2019, a priest was stabbed to death in the northern border city of Matamoros, across from Brownsville, Texas. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/texas-news/jesuits-2-priests-killed-in-northern-mexico-near-texas-border/2997689/ | 2022-06-22T13:16:17 | 0 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/texas-news/jesuits-2-priests-killed-in-northern-mexico-near-texas-border/2997689/ |
A former Ocean City pizza shop owner pleaded guilty Tuesday to evading income taxes and failing to pay the IRS $208,448 in taxes.
Ernesto Cannuscio, 70, of Linwood, pleaded guilty in front of U.S. District Judge Karen Williams to conspiracy to evade income taxes and could face up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
Cannuscio, who was a former 50% owner and operator of Mario's Pizzeria & Restaurant on Bay Avenue, failed to deposit a significant number of cash receipts to the pizza shop's corporate bank account between October 2013 and September 2018, and used a portion of those cash receipts to pay employees cash wages off the books, according to court documents and statements.
He also did not tell his accountant about the unreported cash receipts and knowingly provided his accountant with business bank statements that did not have the unreported receipts, which caused the accountant to underreport gross receipts on the corporate tax returns, as well as the flow-through income that should have been reported on Cannuscio's personal income tax.
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In addition, Cannuscio evaded employment taxes by not informing the accountant about the cash wages paid to employees, according to the IRS.
“Business owners have an obligation to properly report all of the income earned whether paid in cash, check or credit card,” Tammy Tomlins, acting special agent in charge of IRS Criminal Investigation's Newark Field Office, said in a news release. “Failing to intentionally report income and paying employees cash off the books to evade taxes will not go unpunished.”
Sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 25. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/former-ocean-city-pizza-shop-owner-pleads-guilty-to-evading-income-taxes/article_71701e50-f1b6-11ec-b586-33dd3dff1f78.html | 2022-06-22T13:17:27 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/former-ocean-city-pizza-shop-owner-pleads-guilty-to-evading-income-taxes/article_71701e50-f1b6-11ec-b586-33dd3dff1f78.html |
HOUSTON — A simple car ride can have deadly consequences if you forget about what's in the backseat.
An average of nearly 40 children a year die nationwide in hot cars. This is why automakers are promising all new vehicles will have rear seat safety alarms by 2025.
How they work
One alarm system will allow your vehicle to sense when a backseat seatbelt is locked. A display will appear on the dash when the car starts, indicating a seatbelt was locked. When the car comes to a stop, an alarm will go off, signaling to check the backseat.
Cell phone providers are also assisting with rear seat safety alarms by allowing drivers to connect a plug-in device into the computer of their vehicles. It's a mirror image of your car, so if your car has an alert to check your backseat, your phone will also alert you to check your backseat.
Other, more sophisticated alarms, sense actual motion in the backseat after a driver leaves.
According to the KHOU 11 Weather Team, the heat will be sticking around for the next several days, with no relief in sight until maybe Monday or Tuesday of next week.
Amber Rollins, with the nonprofit Kids and Car Safety, said Texas has the highest number of hot car deaths in the country. Nationwide, 56% of hot car deaths happen when a child is accidentally left in a car. Twenty-six percent when a child gets in themselves and can’t get out.
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It doesn’t take long for a car to become an oven.
"Most people don’t realize that the majority of the increase in temperature inside of a car happens within the first 10 minutes," Rollins said. “Their little bodies heat up 3 to 5 times faster than an adult.”
Rollins says kids should know three things:
- How to honk the horn
- How to turn on flashers
- How to unlock a front door if they can’t get out of a back one
Additionally, the Harris County Sheriff's Office said kids should know how to unbuckle their car seats. | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/rear-seat-alarm-installed-new-vehicles-by-2025/285-a8456fb6-861c-49c7-91a9-14bb4143adbc | 2022-06-22T13:21:44 | 0 | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/rear-seat-alarm-installed-new-vehicles-by-2025/285-a8456fb6-861c-49c7-91a9-14bb4143adbc |
ALEXANDRIA, Minn. — A man from Miami, Arizona was killed and his wife was injured after severe storms caused a tree to fall on their summer home in Minnesota.
Mark Edward Bunney, 72, and his wife Debbie, were sleeping on separate couches in the living room Monday night when 70 mph winds knocked down a tree.
“There was this crash, like an angry crash, and then something fell on me,” Debbie said. “I said, ‘what’s happening?’ and then the whole celling fell down. I thought we were in a tornado.”
The tree ripped through the ceiling of the couple’s mobile home located about 140 miles northwest of Minneapolis.
“My foot was stuck behind a big wood beam, and I couldn’t move,” Debbie said. “[Mark] was about three feet away from me and I could only see his feet. The rest of his body was covered with celling debris… I could tell he wasn’t alive, he wasn’t responding or moving.”
Debbie screamed for help. She felt helpless.
After several minutes neighbors arrived to aid her, some called 911.
At 11:40 p.m. the Douglas Sheriff’s Officer got the reports of people trapped inside a home. Alexandria firefighters got the couple out.
At the hospital, Debbie got the official confirmation that her husband of 43 years had passed away.
“I had such a sense of joy for him because he took a shortcut through cancer. He got called home and he didn’t have to face a bunch of ugly side effects and losing his beautiful brown hair that he still had,” Debbie said.
A fighter until the end
Mark Bunney was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer after doctors looked at his CT scans when he tested positive for COVID at the start of June.
The couple had made their annual summer trip to their Minnesota home when they got the news.
“He struggled the last three weeks,” said Mark’s son, Isaac Bunney. “We were praying for a miracle.”
Mark had his first chemotherapy treatment on Friday.
The family connected on Father’s Day and thought it would be their last because of the aggressive disease, Isaac said.
On Monday, Mark had an oxygen problem and went to the hospital. When he returned home, it was late and windy.
Debbie said her husband chose to sleep on the couch and she followed him and slept on his recliner to keep him company when the tragedy happened.
“I’m sad because I lost my love, but I’m so happy for him,” Debbie said. “Even though he wanted to fight, fight hard, he got to go home first.”
A loving husband, father, neighbor
Mark Bunney and his wife met at the Maranatha Baptist Church in Globe. They have been members for 44 years.
“He would take donuts to church and some of the little kids started calling him The Donut Man, then those kids forced their parents to bring some too. There were always donuts at church,” Mark’s son said.
The ‘Donut Man’ was also known as ‘coach’, after being involved in their five son’s baseball and football teams through little league, high school, and at the YMCA, Isaac said.
As a grandfather of 10 children, Mark enjoyed playing the piano and composing songs with his guitar for them. A private living room concert was typical, his son said.
“He had a great sense of humor, he loved puns, very witty,” Debbie said.
After growing up on the San Carlos Apache Indian tribe, Isaac said his father held a deep appreciation for the Apache community.
“He always loved us. We were always disciplined with love,” Mark's son said.
The family plans to bury him in the Globe-Miami area.
“[His] keys to life were-- choices and consequences, balance, and God has a plan,” Isaac said. “You can boil him down to those three things.”
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WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — A real estate group based in Kansas City, EPC Real Estate Group, announced on Tuesday plans to develop the land adjacent to Riverfront Stadium, along the west bank of the Arkansas River.
EPC Real Estate Group says the area around the stadium will be called “Wichita’s Ballpark District” and will transform the section of S. McLean Blvd. between Maple St. and Texas St. to become a “communal gathering place” for guests.
The buildings will be a full-service hotel, office building, retail, and restaurant space. According to a news release, the first step in the overall redevelopment project will also include significant improvements to the west bank of the Arkansas River.
The hotel, named “Unscripted Wichita,” will have 155 rooms and multiple food and beverage options. They intend to open an “expansive” indoor-outdoor rooftop bar and lounge with views of the Wichita skyline and Riverfront Stadium.
Unscripted Hotels is managed by Dream Hotel Group. They manage properties in multiple cities like Los Angeles, New York, and Nashville. The “Unscripted Hotels” began with a property in Durham, North Carolina, in 2017.
There are also plans to incorporate a 283-stall parking garage. The Ballpark District will reportedly feature electric car charging stations.
“This addition to our riverfront adds a much-needed amenity that furthers vitality to the popular Delano neighborhood while advancing our overall downtown redevelopment efforts,” Mayor Whipple said in a news release. “Wichita presents the perfect opportunity for growth, and we’re thrilled to see continued investment in our city.”
The hotel is expected to open in 2024. For more information, you can visit the Ballpark District website by clicking here. | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/real-estate-group-to-develop-land-near-riverfront-stadium-arkansas-river/ | 2022-06-22T13:21:55 | 1 | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/real-estate-group-to-develop-land-near-riverfront-stadium-arkansas-river/ |
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – Spirit AeroSystems on Wednesday announced the company would hold an hourly job fair on Saturday, June 25.
The job fair will be from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Spirit HR Service Center Gymnasium in the 3400 block of S. Oliver.
Experienced and inexperienced aviation industry workers are invited to apply. Applicants should pre-register online for the fair by clicking here.
WSU Tech will be on-site to offer training opportunities through the Wichita Promise Scholarship.
The company says qualified candidates will have the opportunity for interviews and on-the-spot job offers for careers to produce the best in aerospace.
Spirit says they offer excellent pay and benefits – including tuition assistance – and opportunities for advancement. In addition, they are offering $3,000 sign-on bonuses to hourly workers. | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/spirit-aerosystems-to-host-hourly-job-fair-saturday/ | 2022-06-22T13:21:58 | 0 | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/spirit-aerosystems-to-host-hourly-job-fair-saturday/ |
How a 3rd-generation fire watcher sees the climate change from her tower in the pines
She practices her violin for upcoming performances with the White Mountain Symphony Orchestra while watching for smoke from 31 feet off the ground.
She occasionally spots a turquoise-feathered Lazuli bunting while scanning the horizon for flames.
Her grandfather is believed to have been the first fire lookout in Arizona, stationed at the Woody Mountain tree stand near Flagstaff in 1910.
For the past 30 summers, except for the one after she had her daughter, Janie Croxen Ringleberg has called in to the Springerville Interagency Dispatch Center at 0800 before she starts her shift as one of the few remaining paid fire watch tower employees anywhere. At one point, Arizona had 120 active lookouts, according to the Forest Fire Lookout Association. As of 2011, only 77 towers were still standing and 58 were last known to be staffed by temporary employees or volunteers.
Ringleberg has seen, maybe as well as anyone, how climate change, drought and historical fire suppression have worsened wildfires and changed Arizona's alpine forests. To accompany a series of stories for the 20th anniversary of the Rodeo-Chediski fire, the most devastating in state history at the time and a disaster that became lodged in the minds of many White Mountain residents, The Arizona Republic talked with her about it.
She shared her love of the forest, her wisdom from the tower and her fears for the future.
On the wildfire watch:A fire lookout's life at 40 feet up, diligently scanning for smokes
Mrs. Ringleberg, what made you decide you wanted to spend your days scanning the horizon for smoke?
What inspired me was, I am, I guess what you would consider a third-generation lookout. My grandfather, Fred Croxen, was a lookout. He said that he was the first Forest Service lookout in Arizona. This was back about 1916. He had wanted to go and serve the country with World War I. But the Forest Service was a new agency and he was a civil servant that they wanted to have out here helping to take care of the timber resource. I think he really only did that maybe one year, but then he became a forest district ranger here and there throughout Arizona. My father didn't make a career of being a lookout either. But he did do an occasional summer here and there in the (Santa) Catalina Mountains north of Tucson.
I just kind of grew up hearing Forest Service stories. So I majored in wildlife ecology at the University of Arizona. And then it seemed natural for me to apply with the Forest Service. My first year out of college, I was hired to be on a firefighting engine crew. And while there, it didn't take long for me to meet the love of my life, my husband, Joe. Some of our conversations were around putting fires out. So we got married, and he finished his degree in forestry, and I followed him in his career.
I haven't always worked up in the lookout tower I have done a lot of fieldwork too. But the lady that was the supervisor for the lookout towers was needing to fill a position for somebody who had left. So in conversation with Joe, she found out that I had lookout experience. And so she said, would you like to come to work? And the rest is history. I did go to work, and I've been here ever since.
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What does a typical day consist of for you up there?
I call the dispatchers' office in Springerville at 0800. That's when all the lookouts across the Mogollon Rim go into service in the morning. Since May 8 (this year), I have been working six days a week, each of those have been 10-hour days, from 0800 to 1830. We typically get sufficient rains beginning shortly after the fourth of July. So that's when I suspect we will get a little bit of a reprieve up here.
Eight to nine o'clock in the morning, that's my bird-watching time. That seems to be when the birds on the mountaintop here are still active from the earlier cooler hours of the morning. This stationary platform is great for that, because I'm at eye level with a lot of the birds that come up to the mountaintop, and I enjoy looking at them through binoculars up close.
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As the morning progresses, I enjoy doing various needlework projects, mostly cross stitch or embroidery. Then at noon, I go out of service for half an hour and I get out of here. I enjoy walking 15 minutes down from the tower and then back up. That kind of transitions the day for me puts a fresh start on the afternoon. The rest of the day is basically just catching up on my reading. I also, from time to time, bring my violin up, and I'm able to practice while shuffling some looks around to make sure that I'm keeping up on what's happening in the landscape around me.
On windy days, I don't do a whole lot of reading. I do mostly scrutinizing, almost like I'm watching a television screen all day because a little bit of something going wrong with heavy winds knocking it forward would just be bad news. Real bad news.
There's also an educational component to your role, right?
Yes, another aspect of my job is welcoming tower visitors. I enjoy having them because everybody is interesting, everybody comes from a different walk of life. I get upwards of 1,000 people each season visiting up here. My tower is 11 by 11 (feet) in dimension, so there is room for visitors to come up and it's just 31 feet off the ground, so that's not too intimidating for a lot of people.
Lots of times they bring up grandkids or their children and I have a little program up here called the Smokey Bear Springer Mountain Kid Club. That's where I do my education on the importance of fire prevention with the children. Of course, the adults are listening in on this too. I have a little mock-up of a campfire that I get out and we pretend like we're roasting marshmallows and hot dogs and then I tell them that it's important to have enough water and a shovel to drown the fire, stir the fire and then feel the fire. I tell the kids, "don't forget to leave Smokey a hot dog or a marshmallow." But really the main thing he wants to find is a campfire mud pie.
Then I take the kids' picture, with parents' permission, and I have them holding a little figurine of Smokey Bear, sort of like the Oscar figurines. I have dozens of kids' photographs on the walls here (in the tower) with them smiling and having a good time.
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How have you seen the forest around Pinetop change over your 30 years in the Springer Mountain Lookout?
What was happening historically was that the Ponderosa pine forest was resistant to fire as long as the fires were cooler. They say that every acre of the Ponderosa forest burned on average every 15 years. And that was frequent enough so that the accumulated branches and the grasses underneath the trees could be burned up in cooler fires that wouldn't be hot enough to scorch their way all the way up the tree, then get into the crown and blow during a windstorm from crown to crown.
Then fire suppression became the goal. Those crown densities in the forest (became) so tight that the wind just blows the fire and the flames from tree top to tree top, for acre after acre.
Now, it seems like, over the whole state, our range lands and our forests now are working under the goal of restoration. Because we realized that the historic forest was a healthy forest. There were very few doghair thickets, and it had a much lower crown density per acre. It was a forest that would be able to sustain itself and not burn up.
It seemed like the scale tipped in Arizona for us right about 1990. That's when we encountered our first fire, it was called the Dude Fire. It burned 28,400 acres and burned up 56 homes and six firefighters died in that fire as well. That was the beginning of forest fires that were over 20,000 acres in size. And that was the beginning of what we call the megafires.
You've witnessed some of those megafires from the tower. Has seeing that changed how you do your job?
Well, in all actuality, I have not changed my vigilance at all. I have the same level of vigilance now that I did 30 years ago. Even though the national forests have been thinned out, that doesn't necessarily mean that the urban private lands around me are that different from what they were 30 years ago. Unfortunately, there are still acres and acres of private land that are just the same as they were 30 years ago. So there's just as much need, maybe more if there are more people living up here, for me to be up here because now I am not only taking care of the natural resource of the forest, I'm watching out for people's lives.
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How long do you plan to (wo)man the Springer Mountain Lookout?
I have two grandchildren that are going to be getting up into a fun age. I want to be retired during the summers during that precious time of their childhood to be able to visit with them more.
It's going to be emotional for me to give this up. I do want it to be continued. There's probably somebody out there who is going to take it over for me. And that's wonderful because I want this tower to be enjoyed and utilized by the public and to continue to be a service to this urban interface.
That's my great hope, that somebody will come along who has as much interest in it as I have had over the years.
Joan Meiners is the climate news and storytelling reporter at The Arizona Republic and azcentral. Before becoming a journalist, she completed a Ph.D. in ecology. Follow Joan on Twitter at @beecycles or email her at joan.meiners@arizonarepublic.com. | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-environment/2022/06/22/third-generation-fire-lookout-has-seen-forests-evolving-firsthand/7505104001/ | 2022-06-22T13:24:19 | 1 | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-environment/2022/06/22/third-generation-fire-lookout-has-seen-forests-evolving-firsthand/7505104001/ |
A Navajo woman is walking to Washington, D.C., to focus attention on her missing aunt
Seraphine Warren has walked this route before in the name of her missing aunt, Ella Mae Begay.
Wearing a red shirt and skirt, a face mask, sunglasses, a bandanna and running shoes, Warren was less than 5 miles from Window Rock.
Almost one year ago exactly, she walked to Window Rock from Sweetwater, near Teec Nos Pos, where her missing aunt lived and was last seen. In the Navajo Nation capital, Warren wanted to get tribal leaders' attention about Ella Mae and the lack of response to the case.
Now a year later, Window Rock is only a pit stop on the road to Warren's ultimate destination: Washington, D.C.
The disappearance of Ella Mae Begay, who was reported missing June 15, 2021, from Sweetwater, captured national attention due in part to Warren's determination to bring focus to the case by showing up and speaking out.
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Warren’s criticism of law enforcement, including the Navajo Nation police, Navajo Criminal Investigators and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, sheds light on her experiences with law enforcement agencies, which seemed to work separately from one another, creating more obstacles when it comes to missing-persons cases on the Navajo Nation.
It also drew attention to the Navajo Nation’s long list of missing people, which dates back to the 1950s, a list of people who went missing and were never heard from again.
“I still feel helpless,” said Warren. “The only time I feel better is when I'm doing something for my aunt.”
While Warren walked toward Window Rock, monsoon clouds rolled in, bringing cooler temperatures. The wind that has become never-ending on the Navajo Nation diminished in strength. By then, Warren had been walking 100 miles.
“I really didn’t think that my aunt being missing would correlate with everything that I am doing,” said Warren. “When I was leaving, I was trying to think what to bring along the way. It was my son who said, ‘What are you doing? You don't need anything.’ And then I instantly thought, 'I don’t need anything.' My aunt was forced to leave her house with nothing.”
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Warren’s perseverance and demand for action have inspired others who are going through similar situations. Marilene James has been the voice for her niece, Jamie Yazzie, who went missing in 2019 and whose remains were found in November 2021.
“She is really fighting for this,” said James, talking about Warren in an earlier interview. “She gets a lot of backlash, but who else is going to do it? There are a lot of people who want to do it, but they’re scared.”
Yazzie was a mother of three boys and a nurse's assistant in the pediatric center of the Pinon Health Center in the Navajo Nation when she went missing in June 2019.
“She was a hardworking mother of three boys,” said James. “She was a really outgoing and fun person. She was the type to take the time out of her day to be there with you.”
And like Warren, James said she found law enforcement unreliable throughout the entirety of the ordeal, from the day her niece went missing to when her remains were found. She said once Navajo Nation criminal investigators and the FBI stopped assisting, and after she found out that information they gave to law enforcement wasn’t documented as they thought, she took matters into her own hands.
James began to share flyers on social media, with information about Yazzie. She also purchased a billboard and put Yazzie’s picture on it in hopes someone would recognize the missing woman and notify authorities.
Now the billboard asks for information on Yazzie’s killer.
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The family members left behind, wondering where their loved ones are and never receiving answers from authorities, have become a close group, leaning on one another for support.
“Two years looking for her (Yazzie), I got to know all these people,” said James. “And I’m like I want to do something more. I want to keep going and telling people my niece was missing, and then at the end we found out she was murdered. I can’t let this be it because there are other people that aren’t going to speak out because they’re afraid or they don’t know where to turn.”
Asking candidates for their plans
The Navajo Nation Division of Public Safety reported as of 2021, approximately 59 people on the Navajo Nation have been missing since the 1970s, including 15 women and 44 men. This number continues to grow as more missing-persons flyers are posted on the Navajo Nation Police Department’s Facebook page every week.
During Warren’s walk, which she is documenting on Facebook, she posted a video of herself walking by campaign signs for Navajo Nation candidates.
“All delegates, where are you? New presidential candidates, what's your plan?” was what she captioned her video.
It's election season for the 24 Navajo Nation council delegates and Navajo Nation president, along with other local government officials. So far, there are 17 presidential candidates all vying for a chance as the head of the executive office.
Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez has met with Warren on several occasions during the past year and met with her again recently during her walk, which Warren noted. But she said Nez gave her no new information.
“What people don't understand is there isn't much hope or resources to turn to,” said Warren. “When someone goes missing, you put all your hopes and confidence in the police department to find out something, and it hasn’t happened yet. It’s been like that for years on the Navajo Nation.”
The anguish of not knowing where a loved one is becomes even more heart-wrenching when authorities seem to have forgotten about the missing and have stopped notifying families with information or updates on them.
Warren said this type of non-response has happened to other families. She hears the stories and she doesn’t want that to be the case for her family.
“I can’t let this one go like that,” said Warren. “I just can’t. Everything is connected to my aunt.”
Warren said she is disappointed in how the media is reporting the story, to the point where she isn’t really interested in speaking to reporters.
“As reporters, I would like you to put in the facts that I am actually saying,” said Warren. “Every time you guys do a report, you guys are jamming up the story and you’re not talking about the main problems. We don't have rehabilitation centers, there’s no counseling centers, we are still low staff in police departments.”
One resource Warren wants for her own family are counseling services for her uncles and mother, elders who are going through a traumatic ordeal, one that has taken a toll on them mentally and emotionally. Warren said she worries about them because no one is checking on their well being and seeing how they’re handling the whole situation.
“When I do these walks for my aunt, I know I am worrying them, but I am also giving them hope we’ll figure something out,” said Warren. “I think they’ve been hanging on so long, knowing someone is still doing something and nobody has just stopped.”
Anyone who wants to help Warren with her walk or other work to find Ella Mae Begay can donate at gofund.me/69f122a5, or find more information on Facebook by searching for Trailing Ellamae.
Arlyssa Becenti covers Indigenous affairs for The Arizona Republic and azcentral. Send ideas and tips to arlyssa.becenti@arizonarepublic.com. Follow on Twitter: @abecenti.
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BELLINGHAM, Wash — A 55-year-old California man and his 10-year-old son were identified as the victims who died in last week’s fatal rafting incident on the Nooksack River.
John Coleman of Berkeley, California, and his son died when they were swept downriver after a raft overturned on the North Fork of the Nooksack River Tuesday, June 14, the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office told The Bellingham Herald in an email.
The son’s name was not released, nor was the name of anyone else in the raft at the time of the incident.
At about 3 p.m. Tuesday, a commercially operated river raft with four customers and a guide flipped at a rapid near the Snowline neighborhood of Glacier, a sheriff’s office said in a release.
While one of the bodies was located about a half-mile downstream from where the raft flipped. The other was not found until the next day, according to the release.
The guide helped rescue the of two females, according to the release. But Coleman and his son were swept downstream.
The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office dispatched a swift-water rescue team along with K9 and drone teams to search the area, according to the release. Border Patrol, Trauma and Rescue also responded, along with a CBP helicopter.
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — We're no stranger to heat in the Carolinas, especially during summer when afternoon highs routinely reach the 90s.
We know heat can hit the human body hard, but what about your car?
Let's connect the dots.
Extreme makes every part of your car work harder, according to AAA, and one of the biggest problems is your batter. The heat can affect the chemical process inside the batter, making it harder for it to hold a charge and produce power. A weak battery could leave you stranded on a hot day.
And don't forget about your tires.
AAA said high temperatures can affect the tire pressure, causing uneven wear and tear on your tires and increasing the likelihood of a blowout. The hot weather can also mean your car will struggle to start.
When your engine is too hot, fuel doesn't circulate as well, making it harder to get your car going. So, what can you do?
If possible, park in the shade, and check your car more often.
Experts recommend checking your battery at least twice a year. And check your tire pressure every month.
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HOUSTON — As we continue to see record heat across Texas, new data shows how even a quick errand, or a moment of accidental forgetfulness can turn deadly for kids left alone in cars.
A child's body heats up 3- to- 5 times faster than an adult's. For kids, heat stroke can start when body temperature reaches 104. A 107-degree body temperature is deadly.
Car temperatures can climb by 19-degrees in just 10 minutes.
According to the National Safety Council, 38 kids die every year after being left in hot cars. Five of those deaths are here in Texas.
But these deaths are completely preventable, and new technology is being built into cars to help.
There are features like seatbelt sensors that alert you to check the backseat if something is buckled in. There's also a device that plugs into your car and will send an alert to your phone as well.
Also, so many of these deaths can be prevented by teaching your kids these four things.
- How to unbuckle their car seat.
- How to honk the horn.
- How to turn on flashers or hazard lights.
- How to unlock the front doors, if the child lock is on the back doors. | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/how-to-prevent-child-hot-car-deaths/285-dc59d330-a002-465f-89a9-fbff0613106d | 2022-06-22T13:30:37 | 1 | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/how-to-prevent-child-hot-car-deaths/285-dc59d330-a002-465f-89a9-fbff0613106d |
FORT WORTH, Texas — Finding baby formula is getting harder by the day. For months, a shortage has forced parents to drive store to store and ask people they know for help to get by. While some companies like Abbott are increasing production to get more formula on store shelves, there has been a growing number of mothers who are donating breast milk to milk banks.
“There's a significant increase on calls both from mothers who are wanting to help and donate breast milk to families who are looking for an alternative,” said Shaina Starks, Milk Bank of NTX Director of Operations.
The Mothers’ Milk Bank of North Texas has seen both the need for donations and donations from mothers producing excess milk fluctuate over that last few months. Their team of lab technicians have increased operations to provide much-needed relief to families that are having trouble getting formula.
“It really does create a sense of community to have them reach out and see that bill go full circle to the babies in need,” said Starks.
So, how safe is it and what does the process look like from the moment breast milk is donated to getting it into your hands?
“We follow guidelines that are put forth by the FDA, CDA, World Health Organization to ensure that this milk is going to be safe for anybody receiving it,” says Starks.
Here’s how it works:
Once a mother signs up to become a milk donor, she’ll undergo a screening process that includes a medical interview, physician approval and a blood test. Once approved, mothers are able to drop off their milk or have it picked up from their home.
Then, it’s taken to the milk bank’s laboratory where it goes through a pasteurization process. Lab technicians will also test for nutritional and bacterial content. Once it’s complete, an infant can receive that milk in a few days.
The donor milk is free and each baby 6 months and under can get up to 34 ounces. Because it’s a one-time donation for recipients, there is still a huge need for mothers to continue donating.
For more information on how you can become a donor, a list of drop-off locations, and how to receive milk, visit texasmilkbank.org | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/baby-formula-shortage-texas-mothers-donate-breast-milk/287-ef9f3639-44fb-43c3-885a-d8ef9202f732 | 2022-06-22T13:40:25 | 0 | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/baby-formula-shortage-texas-mothers-donate-breast-milk/287-ef9f3639-44fb-43c3-885a-d8ef9202f732 |
HOUSTON — A simple car ride can have deadly consequences if you forget about what's in the backseat.
An average of nearly 40 children a year die nationwide in hot cars. This is why automakers are promising all new vehicles will have rear seat safety alarms by 2025.
How they work
One alarm system will allow your vehicle to sense when a backseat seatbelt is locked. A display will appear on the dash when the car starts, indicating a seatbelt was locked. When the car comes to a stop, an alarm will go off, signaling to check the backseat.
Cell phone providers are also assisting with rear seat safety alarms by allowing drivers to connect a plug-in device into the computer of their vehicles. It's a mirror image of your car, so if your car has an alert to check your backseat, your phone will also alert you to check your backseat.
Other, more sophisticated alarms, sense actual motion in the backseat after a driver leaves.
According to the KHOU 11 Weather Team, the heat will be sticking around for the next several days, with no relief in sight until maybe Monday or Tuesday of next week.
Amber Rollins, with the nonprofit Kids and Car Safety, said Texas has the highest number of hot car deaths in the country. Nationwide, 56% of hot car deaths happen when a child is accidentally left in a car. Twenty-six percent when a child gets in themselves and can’t get out.
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It doesn’t take long for a car to become an oven.
"Most people don’t realize that the majority of the increase in temperature inside of a car happens within the first 10 minutes," Rollins said. “Their little bodies heat up 3 to 5 times faster than an adult.”
Rollins says kids should know three things:
- How to honk the horn
- How to turn on flashers
- How to unlock a front door if they can’t get out of a back one
Additionally, the Harris County Sheriff's Office said kids should know how to unbuckle their car seats. | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/rear-seat-alarm-installed-new-vehicles-by-2025/285-a8456fb6-861c-49c7-91a9-14bb4143adbc | 2022-06-22T13:40:31 | 1 | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/rear-seat-alarm-installed-new-vehicles-by-2025/285-a8456fb6-861c-49c7-91a9-14bb4143adbc |
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Abortion is health care. Without it, further inequity for women and people who can get pregnant is a guarantee. That is YWCA Southern Arizona’s position, and that’s why YWCA is supporting the Arizona Right to Reproductive Freedom Initiative.
Getting pregnant is a risky proposition, especially in the U.S., with one of the highest rates of maternal mortality among high-income nations. While this is a sobering fact by itself, it’s even worse for Black women, who are up to four times more likely than white women to die from a pregnancy-related cause.
Serious health risks increased by carrying a pregnancy include high blood pressure and gestational diabetes, common complications often causing lifelong impacts that may significantly shorten a woman’s lifespan. Each person should have the option to willingly sign up for these potentially lifelong impacts, instead of being legally required to put their health, and even lives, at risk upon becoming pregnant.
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Pregnancy also has a significant impact on economic and educational outcomes for women in the U.S. Since Roe, women’s participation in higher education and the workforce has seen steady gains. “Research makes clear that there is a connection between abortion access and educational attainment. A 2019 report published by the Center on the Economics of Reproductive Health found that abortion access led to significant increases in high school graduation, college entrance, and labor force participation, particularly among Black women,” as the YWCA USA and other organizations argued in the Mississippi abortion case the Supreme Court is considering. Access to abortion is not just an issue of gender equity but of racial equity as well.
In contrast, women denied abortions were more likely to report struggling to pay for food and basic necessities, a problem compounded by lack of access to affordable child care, which results in leaving school, switching to part-time work, or taking leaves of absence that position women well behind their peers in earning potential — missing a year of work results in an average 39% loss in income, on top of the already-existing gender pay gap, which is even larger for women of color. The denial of abortion care results in poverty and inequitable access to opportunity. If we truly care about equity, legal abortion is necessary, and no woman must be forced to carry an unwanted pregnancy to term.
However, imagine for a moment a world in which no pregnancy was unwanted or accidental. Here are just a few reasons why even in that world, abortion is a necessary part of reproductive health care:
10%-15% of known pregnancies end in miscarriage, making this an incredibly common occurrence. It is also indistinguishable from a medication-induced abortion. If abortion is illegal, doctors would hesitate to provide the care necessary to women experiencing miscarriages, potentially putting their lives in danger (we are already seeing this happen in Alabama).
An ectopic pregnancy, which begins to grow into a fetus while it’s still in the fallopian tube or abdominal cavity, threatens the life of the person carrying it, making abortion the only safe treatment.
20% of all pregnancies will experience a potentially serious complication. Without legal abortion, some doctors will refuse patients care or wait too long to decide if a woman’s life is threatened enough to eliminate the risk of liability, resulting in an even higher rate of maternal mortality in the U.S.
Imagine finding out that a wanted pregnancy was not viable in a world without legal abortion. You’d be forced to carry it to term, waiting long months, incurring all the physical risks of pregnancy, and experiencing untold grief and trauma before being able to try again.
An Arizona without legal abortion is quite simply an Arizona in which it is not safe to have a uterus or carry a pregnancy. YWCA’s mission is eliminating racism and empowering women. In order to do either, we have to continue working to expand abortion access, not ban it.
If you are interested in supporting the the Arizona Right to Reproductive Freedom Initiative, the YWCA Southern Arizona is hosting a drive-up petition signing from 7 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 2, at the YWCA’s main campus at 525 N. Bonita Avenue in Tucson.
Lara Ruggles is a singer-songwriter and electronic music producer performing as Sharkk Heartt and working as director of development and marketing at YWCA Southern Arizona. Ruggles also serves on the board of the National Independent Venue Association and chairs NIVA’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) committee. She lives in Tucson. | https://tucson.com/opinion/local/local-opinion-abortion-is-necessary-part-of-health-care/article_102037c6-ee63-11ec-b73f-2f6779bd4aef.html | 2022-06-22T13:48:54 | 0 | https://tucson.com/opinion/local/local-opinion-abortion-is-necessary-part-of-health-care/article_102037c6-ee63-11ec-b73f-2f6779bd4aef.html |
GARY — A 19-year-old man was found dead Tuesday afternoon in the 4600 block of Grant Street by officials responding to a report of gunfire in the area, according to the Lake County coroner's office.
Jeremiah Williams, whose address is unknown, was found with gunshot wounds and his death has been ruled a homicide, officials said.
The coroner's office said it was called out to the scene at 3:43 p.m.
Other agencies involved include the Gary police and fire departments, Lake County police and the Lake County/Gary Metro Homicide Unit.
Gallery: Recent arrests booked into Lake County Jail
Salvador Casares
Age : 43
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205089
Arrest Date: June 13, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION; THEFT - PROPERTY - SHOPLIFTING - $750 TO $50,000
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Jonathan Colon
Age : 35
Residence: Montgomery, TX
Booking Number(s): 2205105
Arrest Date: June 14, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Daniel Swets
Age : 44
Residence: St. John, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205044
Arrest Date: June 11, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Karen Sweet
Age : 63
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205025
Arrest Date: June 11, 2022
Offense Description: OPERATING A VEHICLE AFTER DRIVING PRIVILEGES ARE SUSPENDED
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Amaan Smith
Age : 28
Residence: Chicago Heights, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205033
Arrest Date: June 11, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Anthony Smith
Age : 35
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205039
Arrest Date: June 11, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - SIMPLE - < $750
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Diandre Smith
Age : 25
Residence: Glenwood, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205029
Arrest Date: June 11, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/PERMANENT INJURY OR DISFIGUREMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jeremy Soria
Age : 28
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205045
Arrest Date: June 12, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Michael Rogers
Age : 28
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205049
Arrest Date: June 12, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Lynn Lessard
Age : 56
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205038
Arrest Date: June 11, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Leondre Lewis
Age : 29
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205028
Arrest Date: June 11, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Richard Moss
Age : 35
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205042
Arrest Date: June 11, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Anthony Person Jr.
Age : 38
Residence: Steger, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205023
Arrest Date: June 11, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Consuela Folger
Age : 51
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205040
Arrest Date: June 11, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - SHOPLIFTING - < $750
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Michael Jones Jr.
Age : 31
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205050
Arrest Date: June 12, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Ramiro Escamilla
Age : 24
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205022
Arrest Date: June 11, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY - PROPERTY - RESIDENTIAL ENTRY - BREAKING AND ENTERING - W/NO INTENT OF FELONY THEFT; BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony; Misdemeanor
Matthew Evans
Age : 28
Residence: South Holland, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205047
Arrest Date: June 12, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Evan Alexander
Age : 25
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205037
Arrest Date: June 11, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Edward Anaszewski
Age : 52
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205048
Arrest Date: June 12, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Andre Bullock
Age : 31
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205046
Arrest Date: June 12, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Amanda Wilk
Age : 26
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205065
Arrest Date: June 12, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Travis Spoolstra
Age : 21
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205064
Arrest Date: June 12, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
David Stibgen
Age : 30
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205056
Arrest Date: June 12, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jason Miller
Age : 21
Residence: N/A
Booking Number(s): 2205055
Arrest Date: June 12, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE; THEFT - PROPERTY - SIMPLE - $750 TO $50,000
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Tracey Spencer
Age : 47
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205070
Arrest Date: June 13, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Haley Kniola
Age : 22
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205067
Arrest Date: June 12, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - SIMPLE - < $750
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Tyler McKenzie
Age : 23
Residence: Perry, FL
Booking Number(s): 2205072
Arrest Date: June 13, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Noel Garabito Jr.
Age : 34
Residence: Lansing, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205063
Arrest Date: June 12, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Ebonie Byers
Age : 30
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205060
Arrest Date: June 12, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - INSTITUTION - BANK/FINANCIAL
Highest Offense Class: Felony
William Ellis
Age : 30
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205061
Arrest Date: June 12, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Devante White
Age : 28
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2204992
Arrest Date: June 10, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - FROM MACHINE OR DEVICE - $750 TO $50,000; BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony; Misdemeanor
David Wszolek
Age : 52
Residence: LaPorte, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205010
Arrest Date: June 10, 2022
Offense Description: OPERATING A VEHICLE AFTER DRIVING PRIVILEGES ARE SUSPENDED
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Sterling Walton IV
Age : 22
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2204999
Arrest Date: June 10, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Tavares McKinstry
Age : 37
Residence: Indianapolis, IN
Booking Number(s): 2204997
Arrest Date: June 10, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kenneth Mezydlo
Age : 54
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2204993
Arrest Date: June 10, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kaleb Wall
Age : 33
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205002
Arrest Date: June 10, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Jenifer Joy
Age : 35
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205008
Arrest Date: June 10, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Jacob Kelley
Age : 19
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205007
Arrest Date: June 10, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - AGAINST A PREGNANT PERSON
Highest Offense Class: Felony
John Madden
Age : 58
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number(s): 2204994
Arrest Date: June 10, 2022
Offense Description: WEAPON - POSSESSION - DESTRUCTIVE DEVICE (EXPLOSIVES) - W/KNOWLEDGE IT WILL BE USED
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kori Arguelles
Age : 26
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205003
Arrest Date: June 10, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Rondell Christmas
Age : 23
Residence: Lynwood, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205011
Arrest Date: June 10, 2022
Offense Description: INVASION OF PRIVACY; BURGLARY - PROPERTY - RESIDENTIAL ENTRY - BREAKING AND ENTERING
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Michael Tsouchlos
Age : 54
Residence: Marathon, FL
Booking Number(s): 2205206
Arrest Date: June 17, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Vernon Walters
Age : 61
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205200
Arrest Date: June 16, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - AGAINST A PREGNANT PERSON
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Megan Phillips
Age : 35
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205202
Arrest Date: June 16, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING; OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony; Misdemeanor
Antonio Steward
Age : 38
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205190
Arrest Date: June 16, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Javante Toran
Age : 30
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205192
Arrest Date: June 16, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - AGAINST A PREGNANT PERSON
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kerri Olson
Age : 43
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205188
Arrest Date: June 16, 2022
Offense Description: 2205188
Highest Offense Class: Felony
John Bowling
Age : 50
Residence: Dyer, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205195
Arrest Date: June 16, 2022
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Amy Hunt
Age : 26
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205208
Arrest Date: June 17, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Kevin McGrath
Age : 31
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205204
Arrest Date: June 16, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Nicholas Naumoff
Age : 54
Residence: Munster, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205184
Arrest Date: June 16, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
William Nunez III
Age : 28
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205207
Arrest Date: June 17, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Francisco Tequimila
Age : 22
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205163
Arrest Date: June 15, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - FIREARM - BY A SERIOUS VIOLENT FELON
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Cheri Terranova
Age : 32
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205162
Arrest Date: June 15, 2022
Offense Description: NEGLECT OF DEPENDANT/CHILD VIOLATIONS
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Clevon Riley
Age : 28
Residence: Michigan City, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205155
Arrest Date: June 15, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Stephanie Sons
Age : 34
Residence: Lowell, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205170
Arrest Date: June 15, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Anthony Mauer
Age : 27
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205165
Arrest Date: June 15, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Kirk McGuire
Age : 32
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205178
Arrest Date: June 15, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Tyrone McKee
Age : 59
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205158
Arrest Date: June 15, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Nicole Peterson
Age : 50
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205152
Arrest Date: June 15, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jeremy Jones
Age : 25
Residence: South Holland, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205161
Arrest Date: June 15, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - SIMPLE - < $750
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Artesta Lewis
Age : 69
Residence: Harvey, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205153
Arrest Date: June 15, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICIAL
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Joyce Edwards
Age : 52
Residence: South Bend, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205169
Arrest Date: June 15, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/PERMANENT INJURY OR DISFIGUREMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Sarah Fox
Age : 34
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205179
Arrest Date: June 15, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Brandon Johnson
Age : 32
Residence: Dolton, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205182
Arrest Date: June 16, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Denzel Shaw
Age : 29
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205124
Arrest Date: June 14, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Sade Vigilant
Age : 26
Residence: Lansing, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205112
Arrest Date: June 14, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Amanda Nippers
Age : 25
Residence: Lowell, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205118
Arrest Date: June 14, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Michelle Mendez
Age : 43
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205121
Arrest Date: June 14, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Daniel Lumsdon
Age : 54
Residence: Crete, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205134
Arrest Date: June 14, 2022
Offense Description: PUBLIC INDECENCY - INDECENT EXPOSURE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Saivion Covington
Age : 27
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205115
Arrest Date: June 14, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Robert Currie
Age : 28
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205113
Arrest Date: June 14, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - INVOLUNTARY MANSLAUGHTER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Joseph Gutierrez
Age : 22
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205123
Arrest Date: June 14, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - FIREARM
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Landrum Coleman Sr.
Age : 45
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205114
Arrest Date: June 14, 2022
Offense Description: WARRANT - DEFENDANT IN CUSTODY; ORDER TO APPEAR; DEFENDANT AT LIBERTY; NOTICE TO APPEAR; ARREST UPON FAILURE TO APPEAR
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Charles Carter Jr.
Age : 36
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205131
Arrest Date: June 14, 2022
Offense Description: FAILURE TO REGISTER; RESISTING - ESCAPE
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Joseph Boatman
Age : 31
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205117
Arrest Date: June 14, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - AGAINST A PREGNANT PERSON; POSSESSION - FIREARM - BY A FELON
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
James Burnett III
Age : 32
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205116
Arrest Date: June 14, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - SIMPLE - < $750
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Joel Acosta
Age : 31
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205109
Arrest Date: June 14, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - SIMPLE - MORE THAN $50,000; THEFT - PROPERTY - SIMPLE - < $750
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Tyree Baines
Age : 25
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205140
Arrest Date: June 14, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING LAW ENFORCEMENT DEFENDANT USES A VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Marcus White
Age : 37
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205107
Arrest Date: June 14, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Daiquan McClinton
Age : 20
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205093
Arrest Date: June 13, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - DECEPTION - IDENTITY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Douglas Mills
Age : 37
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205085
Arrest Date: June 13, 2022
Offense Description: CONFINEMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Latanya Snelling
Age : 54
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205099
Arrest Date: June 13, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - POCKET-PICKING - $750 TO $50,000
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Malik Ward
Age : 25
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205086
Arrest Date: June 13, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - AGAINST A PREGNANT PERSON
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Matthew Manous
Age : 23
Residence: Munster, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205081
Arrest Date: June 13, 2022
Offense Description: CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE - POSSESSION - SCHEDULE V; OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony; Misdemeanor
Steven Heintz
Age : 52
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205096
Arrest Date: June 13, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Benjamin Hynek
Age : 23
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205098
Arrest Date: June 13, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Joshua Hynek
Age : 33
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205097
Arrest Date: June 13, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Krystal Johnston
Age : 45
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205101
Arrest Date: June 14, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Demarco Dillon
Age : 21
Residence: Calumet City, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205087
Arrest Date: June 13, 2022
Offense Description: ROBBERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Michael Creedon
Age : 59
Residence: Crystal Lake, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205083
Arrest Date: June 13, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
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LIBERTY TOWNSHIP — Firefighters arrived Tuesday night to find flames and heavy smoke coming from a garage in the 600 block of Meridian Road, the Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Department reports.
Firefighters said they were required to establish their own water supply during the 9:45 p.m. call as there were no hydrants nearby.
The fire was extinguished and the cause is now under investigation, LTVFD said.
The local department was assisted by firefighters from Washington Township and South Haven.
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The 27-year-old female resident showed police a video of the man knocking on the door around 10:07 a.m. that day and then opening it and closing it before walking away.
Firefighters arrived Tuesday night to find flames and heavy smoke coming from a garage in the 600 block of Meridian Road, the Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Department reports. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/fire-rips-through-porter-county-garage-cause-under-investigation-department-says/article_ced5d525-c29f-592e-850c-fc7b98d3b777.html | 2022-06-22T13:52:20 | 1 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/fire-rips-through-porter-county-garage-cause-under-investigation-department-says/article_ced5d525-c29f-592e-850c-fc7b98d3b777.html |
UNION TOWNSHIP — A local resident said she was vacuuming her house when a man dressed in blue Best Buy shirt with a Geek Squad emblem on it opened her door without her knowledge, Porter County police say.
It was only later, after receiving a notification from her doorbell surveillance camera, that the woman learned of the incident, she reportedly told police.
The woman said neither she nor her neighbors were expecting any deliveries from Best Buy or Geek Squad services, and store officials said their Geek Squad employees wear black collared shirts, according to police.
Police said they were called out at 11:10 a.m. Monday to the home in the 300 block of Railroad Avenue. The 27-year-old female resident showed them a video of the unidentified man knocking on the door around 10:07 a.m. that day and then opening it and closing it before walking away.
He was described as Hispanic, somewhere in his late 40's or early 50's, with dark colored hair and wearing glasses and a brace on his left wrist, according to the incident report.
The resident said she did not see any Best Buy or Geek Squad vehicles in the area.
Police confirmed the contents of the surveillance video and said the man never entered the house.
Gallery: Recent arrests booked into Porter County Jail
Antoine Whiting
Arrest date: June 10, 2022
Age: 49
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number: 2202362
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Terry Markwell
Arrest date: June 10, 2022
Age: 30
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202361
Charges: Possession hypodermic syringe or needle, felony
Gloria Maxon
Arrest date: June 10, 2022
Age: 50
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number: 2202368
Charges: Theft, felony
Trent Nicholas
Arrest date: June 10, 2022
Age: 21
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202371
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Ryan Malarik
Arrest date: June 10, 2022
Age: 24
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202357
Charges: OWI, felony
Gary Bolcerek
Arrest date: June 10, 2022
Age: 48
Residence: Porter, IN
Booking Number: 2202375
Charges: Burglary, felony
Stefan Colville
Arrest date: June 10, 2022
Age: 34
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202358
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Jacob Henn
Arrest date: June 10, 2022
Age: 32
Residence: LaPorte, IN
Booking Number: 2202359
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Haley Greco
Arrest date: June 9, 2022
Age: 30
Residence: South Bend, IN
Booking Number: 2202350
Charges: Possession of cocaine or a narcotic drug, felony
Junice Busch
Arrest date: June 9, 2022
Age: 64
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number: 2202352
Charges: Fraud, felony
DeVante White
Arrest date: June 8, 2022
Age: 28
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number: 2202345
Charges: Resisting law enforcement, felony
Timothy Szparaga
Arrest date: June 8, 2022
Age: 52
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202335
Charges: Domestic battery, misdemeanor
Agustin Rios Guzman
Arrest date: June 8, 2022
Age: 37
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number: 2202346
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Henry Scaggs
Arrest date: June 8, 2022
Age: 26
Residence: Michigan City, IN
Booking Number: 2202334
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Spencer Marsh
Arrest date: June 8, 2022
Age: 24
Residence: Michigan City, IN
Booking Number: 2202337
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Carlos Castillo
Arrest date: June 8, 2022
Age: 25
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number: 2202336
Charges: OWI, felony
Ronald Epting
Arrest date: June 8, 2022
Age: 23
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202343
Charges: Possession legend drug, felony
Michael Swienconek
Arrest date: June 7, 2022
Age: 40
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number: 2202320
Charges: Theft, felony
Gregory Devetski
Arrest date: June 7, 2022
Age: 73
Residence: Chesterton, IN
Booking Number: 2202324
Charges: OWI, felony
Jamey Goin
Arrest date: June 7, 2022
Age: 43
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202321
Charges: Theft, felony
Michael Miller
Arrest date: June 6, 2022
Age: 59
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202316
Charges: OWI, felony
Nicholas Cervantes
Arrest date: June 6, 2022
Age: 24
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number: 2202318
Charges: Resisting law enforcement, felony
Josip Markovich
Arrest date: June 6, 2022
Age: 40
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202317
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Bianca Martin
Arrest date: June 6, 2022
Age: 26
Residence: Crete, IL
Booking Number: 2202315
Charges: Domestic battery, felony
Kevin Zaragoza
Arrest date: June 5, 2022
Age: 43
Residence: Porter, IN
Booking Number: 2202314
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Travis Ridge
Arrest date: June 5, 2022
Age: 24
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202305
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Maurice Russell Jr.
Arrest date: June 5, 2022
Age: 22
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number: 2202310
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Jewel Summers
Arrest date: June 5, 2022
Age: 25
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number: 2202309
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Crystal Jenkins
Arrest date: June 5, 2022
Age: 31
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number: 2202308
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Jacob Nimon
Arrest date: June 5, 2022
Age: 25
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202311
Charges: OWI, felony
Kenneth Clasen
Arrest date: June 5, 2022
Age: 22
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202307
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Jacob Furlow
Arrest date: June 5, 2022
Age: 38
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number: 2202306
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Tyler King
Arrest date: June 15, 2022
Age: 28
Residence: Westville, IN
Booking Number: 2202437
Charges: OWI, felony
Daniel Brubaker
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 40
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202399
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Bryan Burke
Arrest date: June 14, 2022
Age: 36
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202420
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Patrick Navarro
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 49
Residence: Michigan City, IN
Booking Number: 2202406
Charges: Domestic battery, felony
Christina Creech
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 36
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202391
Charges: Theft, felony
Debra Veatch
Arrest date: June 15, 2022
Age: 68
Residence: Westville, IN
Booking Number: 2202438
Charges: Domestic battery, misdemeanor
Rafael Rodriguez
Arrest date: June 14, 2022
Age: 58
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number: 2202419
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Rudolph Carrillo III
Arrest date: June 15, 2022
Age: 41
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202448
Charges: Battery, misdemeanor
Isiaha Gonzalez
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 24
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202400
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Nancy Becker
Arrest date: June 13, 2022
Age: 64
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202408
Charges: Domestic battery, misdemeanor
Nathaniel Guzman
Arrest date: June 16, 2022
Age: 21
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number: 2202457
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Benjamin Wright
Arrest date: June 14, 2022
Age: 32
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202424
Charges: Habitual traffic offender, felony
Robert Carter Jr.
Arrest date: June 15, 2022
Age: 39
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202439
Charges: Possession of paraphernalia, felony
Nicholas Hadarich
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 22
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202402
Charges: Domestic battery, felony
Nicole Culpepper
Arrest date: June 13, 2022
Age: 35
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202418
Charges: Maintaining common nuisance, felony
Sandra Isom
Arrest date: June 16, 2022
Age: 38
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202453
Charges: Domestic battery, felony
Tylor Ahrens
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 27
Residence: Stanwood, MI
Booking Number: 2202403
Charges: Battery, felony
Jeremy Hostetler
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 35
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202393
Charges: Theft, felony
Cheryl Pittman
Arrest date: June 13, 2022
Age: 51
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202415
Charges: Battery, felony
Amanda Kesler
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 49
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202392
Charges: Habitual traffic offender, felony
Sierra Gentry
Arrest date: June 15, 2022
Age: 31
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202446
Charges: Intimidation, felony
Anthony Peek
Arrest date: June 16, 2022
Age: 27
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202454
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Robert Brown
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 38
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202405
Charges: Theft, felony
Susanne Morgan
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 57
Residence: Harvard, IL
Booking Number: 2202398
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Jared Struss
Arrest date: June 16, 2022
Age: 25
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202456
Charges: OWI, felony
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CROWN POINT — The Lake County election board is taking steps to reduce conflicts among polling place workers amid an unprecedented rise in "meanness," based both on personality and partisanship.
The bipartisan election oversight panel directed its staff Tuesday to expand poll worker training by including more information on proper workplace behavior, conflict resolution and kindness, as well as compiling a list of poll workers who seem to repeatedly instigate feuds with their colleagues.
“A lot of times we have people that may have been out of a professional setting for a period of time, and what might have been appropriate when they were working may not be appropriate now,” said Kevin Smith, election board chairman.
Michelle Fajman, executive director of the Lake County Board of Elections and Voter Registration, said the May primary election saw more animosity among poll workers than any prior election.
She said there were a number of arguments over policies and procedures that occasionally devolved into shouting matches in front of voters, which in past years would have been resolved by working together to figure out the right thing to do.
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Some poll workers also sniped at each other over food at polling sites, allegations of incompetence and made repeated snide comments, Fajman said.
“There was just a lot more meanness out there to each other,” Fajman said. “A lot more than we’ve ever experienced.”
Fajman attributed the rise to a willingness among some people, particularly in the political realm, to say anything they think without first thinking about how another person might react to it, along with the constant questioning of motives even when a person has given no reason to doubt their honesty.
“We know it’s a long day. But just try to be pleasant and follow the rule of treat others as you want to be treated,” Fajman said.
The board as a whole got a glimpse of some of the issues at stake as it weighed a complaint filed by three workers at the Munster early voting site (two Republicans and one Democrat) against a Republican election official.
The complainants alleged the official repeatedly spoke in a rude and condescending manner to them and to voters, showed no patience with voters needing extra assistance, urged one poll worker to throw a bottle of water at another poll worker and generally was disruptive to the effective operation of the polling site.
The official denied the allegations, including the claim they were racially motivated. She insisted she always was polite to her colleagues and to voters and never suggested anyone hit anyone with anything.
The election board ultimately dismissed the complaint because it found the official’s behavior, whether accurately described or not, did not amount to a violation of state election law.
At the same time, the board unanimously agreed action is needed to reduce or prevent similar conflicts among Lake County election workers in the future.
Primary election recap: An indicted sheriff cruises to victory, an incumbent loses and referendums pass
It was a busy night for 2022 primary candidates as election results came in. Catch up on their reactions, the results and more from the May primary election.
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Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. won Indiana's Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate Tuesday. He will face U.S. Sen. Todd Young, R-Ind., and Libertarian James Sceniak in the Nov. 8 general election.
When it comes to the new technological system "Oracle" being used for county finances, John Petalas said he looks forward to the transition.
Here's a look at early returns for the Porter County Council races.
Unofficial vote tallies show Martinez was expected to win his party's nomination following challenges from ex-Gary Police Chief Richard Ligon, sheriff's Officer Maria Trajkovich and Anthony Williams.
Peggy Holinga-Katona said she looks forward to working alongside John Petalas, who won the nomination for Lake County Treasurer.
Unofficial results show Jennifer-Ruth Green, of Crown Point, prevailed Tuesday in the Republican primary for U.S. House District 1 over former LaPorte Mayor Blair Milo and five other GOP contenders.
Cedar Lake Town Council President Randy Niemeyer appears to have defeated Lake County Councilman Christian Jorgensen, R-St. John, in the GOP primary contest for Lake County Council District 7.
The referendum will institute a tax increase estimated at $0.3294 per $100 of assessed value.
Both Sue Neff and Becky Gesse Harper are employed in the assessor’s office and were looking to succeed their boss, Jon Snyder.
Five individuals were on the ballot for Lake County clerk.
Unofficial results show Pete Lindemulder, of Schererville, prevailed Tuesday in the GOP contest over Tony Ferraro, also of Schererville in the Republican primary for Lake County Council District 4.
Barb Regnitz is a retired financial adviser. Prior that that, she was a software engineer and project manager, most of that time for United Airlines.
Winfield voters chose Zachary Beaver, Michael Lambert, Louie Gonzalez and Sara Kubik to more on to the runoff General Election.
State Sen. Michael Griffin, D-Highland, will get a shot at winning a four-year term in the Indiana Senate in his own right.
Unofficial results showed that incumbent Kevin Connelly has won the Schererville ward 2 Town Council primary.
Trustee Kimberly "Kim" K. Robinson won a three-way race for the office in 2018 with 59% of the vote,
State Sen. Rodney Pol, D-Chesterton, appears to have triumphed over three opponents to claim the Democratic nomination in Indiana Senate District 4.
VALPARAISO — Results late Tuesday showed school referendum supporters ahead of opponents with votes still to be counted.
Check out a list of local election results from the 2022 May primary.
"It's not dead," a Valparaiso poll worker said. But, "It's not like a general election (with voters) outside the door."
Turnout was slow across much of Northwest Indiana, which poll workers said is typical for an off-year primary election. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/elections/lake-county-seeking-to-reduce-conflicts-among-poll-workers/article_f61a9904-0974-56d8-a072-3d014eaf8b77.html | 2022-06-22T13:52:25 | 1 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/elections/lake-county-seeking-to-reduce-conflicts-among-poll-workers/article_f61a9904-0974-56d8-a072-3d014eaf8b77.html |
GARY — The Marquette Greenway Trail is not what Mitch Barloga would call "a linear project."
The decades-in-the-making bike trail would connect three states, five counties and some 20 municipalities to create an idyllic ride around the southern tip of Lake Michigan.
However, stitching together miles of disjointed trails in a Region crisscrossed by some of America's busiest highways and rail lines all while trying to build along a shoreline populated by steel mills and historic sand dunes has proven to be a difficult undertaking.
Despite the challenges, Barloga and the countless other stakeholders who have been involved in the project since it was formalized in 2009 have stayed motivated.
"It is really going to transform how we can get around in Northwest Indiana," said Rafi Wilkinson, of the Indiana Dunes National Park.
Though some sections of the trail date back to the 1970s, the concept of one, united "Marquette Greenway Trail" was created in 2009 when the Northwest Indiana Regional Planning Commission, or NIRPC, released a route proposal.
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Though the map has changed quite a bit over the past 13 years, the heart of the project remains — unite the many scenic wonders and unique communities along Lake Michigan with one comprehensive trail stretching from Calumet Park in Illinois to New Buffalo in Michigan.
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Barloga, who has spearheaded the project through his role as the transportation and planning manager for NIRPC, estimated the entire trail will likely have a final price tag of about $40 million.
Last fall, NIRPC received a federal grant that will fuel much of the remaining project. After applying four times, NIRPC was awarded a $17.8 million RAISE grant, which stands for Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity.
Rebuilding infrastructure in a sustainable and equitable way is precisely what the Marquette Greenway hopes to do. During a June 15 meeting, Barloga and Wilkinson met with the Miller Business Association to give an update on the project's current status.
"Many of us think of it as our neighborhood trail, but it is much more than that. Once the new train station is built here, it will have an ADA ramp that allows people with bicycles to get on board or disembark," said Peggy Blackwell, of the MBA. "(The Marquette Greenway) will create an even greater place for bicycle riders and hikers to enjoy these trails by benefiting from a larger regional connection."
The South Shore Line stations in Michigan City, Ogden Dunes and Chesterton will also have bike-compliant stations.
"You will be able to use this as a commuting source. You will be able to ride to a station, put your bike on it, get off at one of those stations and hook into our trail to get to work," Wilkinson explained.
Sections of the Marquette Greenway system include the Marquette Trail in Gary, Calumet Trail in Porter and LaPorte counties and shorter trails at Whihala Beach Park and George Lake, and the Singing Sands Trail in Michigan City, among other trails and designated roadways.
So far, about 22 miles of the 60-mile greenway have been constructed. Local entities are contributing over $17 million to the project. A portion of the trail will run through the Indiana Dunes National Park, helping connect the sections of the park separated by the Cleveland-Cliffs steel mill. The national park will fund their section of the trail; Wilkinson estimates the remaining work will cost the park between $15 and 18 million.
"It is meant as a way to provide non-motorized transportation into our park and help you move from one location in the park to another," Wilkinson said.
The paved trail will be between 10- and 12-feet-wide.
The goal is to complete the entire greenway by 2027, though rising material costs and land acquisition issues have complicated the project.
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A key stretch of the trail starts at the historic Union Station and continues through Miller Woods, creating a gateway into the national park. The Decay Devils, a collective of artists, urban explorers and preservationists, has been working to preserve and revitalize Union Station for years. Ultimately, the group hopes to secure enough funds to transform it into a community center.
Wilkinson said the trail extending from Union Station could become a "grand entrance into the park." However, legal questions of who actually owns several parcels of land in the area have made actually completing the stretch more difficult.
Once owned by the railroad, that land has gone through "hundreds of years of mergers, bankruptcies and acquisitions," Wilkinson said. Though the land falls within the national park's boundaries, it is unclear who currently owns it.
The park has tried to acquire the properties for decades, working closely with the Gary Redevelopment Commission. Wilkinson said the RDC is currently in the process of obtaining nine of the necessary parcels.
Another section that has been difficult to complete is the one-mile segment that would cut through the town of Ogden Dunes. About a year ago, a petition opposing the bike trail was created. The petition said the trail would bring in too many outside cyclists, disturbing peaceful green space and making nearby homes less secure.
"To say that they're (Ogden Dune residents) not in favor of this is maybe an understatement, but it is not a complete opinion of the community," Barloga said.
If NIRPC cannot get the necessary approvals, the trail will go around the southern edge of the town.
"One way or another, we are going to make this happen," Barloga said.
Despite the many challenges, those invested in the project have their eyes trained on the finish line.
"You are talking about a national audience — you are talking about millions of visitors to the national park every year now having an extra outlet to ride," Barloga said, adding that the trail could draw as many as a few thousand riders a day.
The trail could also boost ecotourism in the area. During his presentation to the MBA, Barloga showed a table that said, on average, each cyclist spends $47.30 a day when visiting an Indiana bike trail. That money goes toward things like food, maps, parking and gear — an influx of outside dollars that will benefit local businesses.
For Wilkinson, the Marquette Greenway is just the beginning. Once completed, the trail will create an expansive east-west connection along Lake Michigan. From there smaller north-south projects will continue to link communities.
The city of Gary has also applied for a RAISE grant to complete a $3.8 million study for "Gary Elevated," a project that would convert the former Wabash elevated rail line that ran through the city's Midtown area, into a bike trail. Barloga said the project would be similar to The 606 in Chicago, a 2.7-mile former rail line that is now a recreational trail.
The city will likely hear back about the grant money in August. If the money is awarded, the study could start before the end of the year.
"It's a long view, but when we look at the next 20 years, the next 30 years, ... the Marquette Greenway Trail spurs all of these future developments," Wilkinson said. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/lake/gary/more-than-a-neighborhood-trail-marquette-greenway-bike-trail-moves-closer-to-finish-line/article_ec01aafb-9243-5ec3-8706-1b6243591afc.html | 2022-06-22T13:52:35 | 1 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/lake/gary/more-than-a-neighborhood-trail-marquette-greenway-bike-trail-moves-closer-to-finish-line/article_ec01aafb-9243-5ec3-8706-1b6243591afc.html |
New York City is revising its single NYPD patrol plan for the subway system following an attack on an officer deployed as part of the initiative that just rolled out this week, police officials confirmed Wednesday.
Mayor Eric Adams had announced the rollout just a day ago, saying he conducted solo transit patrols himself during his days with the NYPD. Single patrols, which the Democrat said began Monday night, are deployed to stations on a need basis. Officials say the idea is that more cops patrolling the transit system will help lower crime.
The modified plan will still continue "the solo patrol concept by spreading officerse out on posts," a spokesperson said, but the two officers will stay within each other's sight.
"This will increase visibility of police officers looking out for the riding public while at the same time looking out for each other," the NYPD statement said.
"The incident involving the officer who was assaulted is a reminder that there are individuals who have no respect for the law or those who enforce it," it continued. "A police officer should be able to instruct someone not to smoke on a subway platform without that resulting in a serious altercation. This will not be tolerated which is why we have steadily increased uniformed presence in the transit system."
The transit officer was performing solo patrol at the Pennsylvania Avenue station shortly before 7 p.m. Tuesday when he saw a 24-year-old man smoking a cigarette on the southbound No. 3 platform, according to the NYPD.
The cop told the smoker to put the cigarette out, at which point police say the smoker threw himself down the platform staircase. The officer went to help him and the suspect dragged the officer the rest of the way down the stairs, the officials said.
The two started to struggle and the suspect allegedly tried to grab the cop's gun, police said. The officer was able to apprehend the suspect, who is homeless and who was taken to a hospital for evaluation. The officials say he has a history of attacking NYPD officers. Details on those prior cases weren't immediately available.
The officer was taken to a hospital for evaluation but was expected to be OK. The 24-year-old suspect faces charges including assault on a police officer, attempting robbery, resisting arrest and obstructing governmental administration.
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Adams said his administration has been looking into how best to utilize resources and the solo patrol concept appears to be the "smart" way to deploy them.
"We were not deploying our police. You see it at parades, you see you walk down a friendly parade, you see a parade, you see five officers on one side of the street on the corner, five at another side of the street. This is not how you deploy your manpower," the mayor at an unrelated Tuesday briefing when asked about the new subway plan.
"I promised this on the campaign trail, I'm living up to the promise of the chief of department, chief of patrol, the police commissioner," Adams added. "It was clear that passengers who stopped us, spoke with us, they said, 'We want to see that blue uniform. … We feel better, and we feel as though the police are present.'"
Police unions, though, had balked at the plan, saying deploying lone NYPD officers throughout the subway system would put cops at greater risk of violence. The Brooklyn incident Tuesday only served to intensify the tone of their message.
"The mayor knows the history of transit policing as well as we do," the Detectives' Endowment Association tweeted in part. "It's a matter of life and death."
A spokesperson for the Patrolmen's Benevolent Association said its president, Patrick Lynch, had spoken with Adams about the attack and that the mayor assured Lynch the plan would be modified so there were at least two NYPD cops in every patrol area. | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/nyc-tweaks-new-subway-patrol-plan-after-cop-is-attacked-on-day-1/3744202/ | 2022-06-22T13:54:26 | 0 | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/nyc-tweaks-new-subway-patrol-plan-after-cop-is-attacked-on-day-1/3744202/ |
Cops are looking for a man they say ambushed a 29-year-old woman as she walked in Queens over the weekend, choking her and throwing her to the ground before dragging her into a small park and sexually abusing her, authorities say.
The woman was walking near 118th Street and North Conduit Avenue in Ozone Park around 6 a.m. Saturday when cops say the stranger grabbed her from behind. He hauled her into a small park area at the location after choking her, then proceeded to sexually abuse her, the NYPD said. Afterward, he stole a ring and ran off.
The woman was taken to a hospital for treatment.
Police released surveillance footage of the suspect (above). Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS.
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ST. LOUIS — Profit over safety.
Yarnell Sampson believes that was the case for his son, Tyre Sampson. The 14-year-old died after falling from a 430-foot Florida drop-tower amusement park ride in March.
In a news conference Monday morning, his father asked for the ride to come down, asked for a permanent memorial and wanted a public apology from the companies involved. This includes Slingshot and ICON Park.
Just last Monday, Sampson's autopsy was released.
The report by the Orange County Medical Examiner's Office ruled the death was an accident. Sampson slipped out of his seat about halfway down the FreeFall ride.
The autopsy showed that Sampson weighed 383 pounds when he died. The weight limit for the ride was 287.
An initial report by outside engineers hired by the Florida Department of Agriculture said sensors on the ride had been adjusted manually to double the size of the opening for restraints on two seats. This resulted in Sampson not being properly secured.
"The autopsy was finally received and confirmed everything we suspected. Tyre was too big to be on the ride," Attorney Ben Crump said Monday. "The weight limit was 287 pounds but they didn’t follow their own restrictions."
Crump elaborated that Tyre died from blunt force trauma to his head, blunt force trauma to his torso, blunt force trauma to his extremities, and multiple internal organs were lacerated.
Sampson’s parents have sued the ride’s owner, manufacturer and landlord, saying they were negligent and failed to provide a safe amusement ride.
On Monday, his father shared the disappointment that the memorial on site was no longer there.
He said he was promised the company would clean it up and make it look better to allow more fresh items at the memorial. Sampson said it's the ride that should be removed.
"I think the ride needs to come down because that’s a permanent reminder, every time I look up at that ride that my son actually had fell down 400 some feet crashing to the earth to his death," Sampson added.
Sampson shared the goal is to get 25,000 signed petitions to get FreeFall taken down permanently.
He also said his son's death has weighed heavy on him, losing 15 pounds from emotional turmoil. This Father's Day was also his birthday.
"This is the first year and the first time that me as a father, that I don’t have him with me on Father’s Day and my birthday. This is my celebration to be with my son," Sampson said. "We’re from St. Louis... Illinois — they thought they were going to sweep it under the rug. I am a fighter. As long as I’m here, I’m going to speak up for him, he deserved that."
The Tyre Sampson bill
Florida State Representative Geraldine Thompson is proposing a Tyre Sampson bill on the very first day of the legislative session.
Currently, it's already required for operators of these kinds of rides to send the manufacturer’s guidelines to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Then, the department inspects to make sure everyone is in compliance with the guidelines.
Thompson said after the inspection and a permit being given, the Slingshot group adjusted the seats.
"This bill that will be introduced and will take into account the safety record of any company that wants to operate a ride of this nature, the bill would say we will take into account the safety record of the operator who has had previous experience," Thompson explained.
She added that Slingshot wants to open a second ride.
"They've gotten a lease from ICON Park, it's the second lease, and want to open a second ride as if Tyre Sampson's life was inconsequential. There should be no permit. We want signage so a potential rider will know for him or herself what the weight and height limit is. They are absolutely tone deaf to say that they are going to open a second ride to make money even as we are still investigating with this ride," Thompson added.
An attorney for the ride’s owner, Orlando Slingshot, has said the company is cooperating with state investigators in the case.
On Monday, Orlando Slingshot attorney Trevor Arnold shared this statement with 5 On Your Side:
"We support the concepts outlined today in Florida Senator Geraldine Thompson’s ‘Tyre Sampson Bill’. The safety of our patrons always comes first. Our company is not planning to open a new ride at ICON Park, however we do hope to reopen the Slingshot ride, once we have all the necessary approvals from the Department of Agriculture. Also, we have been coordinating with representatives of Tyre’s family to return items from the memorial area to them, and we will continue to do so in the future."
Arnold also stated that the Slingshot ride was closed after the fatal incident on FreeFall. They hope to reopen the Slingshot ride. | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/tyre-sampson-father-autopsy-results/63-6395cb75-4945-4c91-8ff6-d10d9afa7446 | 2022-06-22T14:05:24 | 0 | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/tyre-sampson-father-autopsy-results/63-6395cb75-4945-4c91-8ff6-d10d9afa7446 |
MARION COUNTY, Fla. – The Marion County Sheriff’s Office joined the search for a missing boater in Lake Weir on Tuesday.
Marion County Fire Rescue and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission are also part of the search efforts.
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The Ocala StarBanner reported Tuesday that the sheriff’s office was notified around 2:30 p.m. to the boat stuck on Lake Wier with one overboard and three children between the ages of 8-12 still onboard.
At the time of this report, firefighters did not know if the missing boater had been located.
News 6 has reached out to the sheriff’s office to learn more.
This is a developing story. Check back with News 6 for the latest updates. | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/22/marion-county-sheriffs-office-dive-team-joins-search-for-missing-boater-in-lake-weir/ | 2022-06-22T14:07:07 | 1 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/22/marion-county-sheriffs-office-dive-team-joins-search-for-missing-boater-in-lake-weir/ |
ORLANDO, Fla. – Enjoy singing to your favorite songs while spending time with friends? Well, these Central Florida karaoke bars can make that dream a reality. Find a full list of karaoke bars in the area below.
Big Daddy’s Orlando
This is both a karaoke and a sports bar, where people can not only sing their hearts out, but enjoy food and drinks as well.
Big Daddy’s also offers happy hour deals, pool, darts and a patio.
Patrons must be 21 and up to enter.
Hours: Sundays through Saturdays 2 p.m.- 2 a.m.
Address: 3001 Corrine Drive, Orlando, FL 32803
Q Karaoke
If you want to skip the waits and start singing with your friends right away, this is the place for you.
They have private karaoke rooms and also offer alcoholic drinks and Japanese-Korean eats.
On weekends, they recommend people make reservations.
To reserve, call (407) 476-8280.
Hours: Thursdays and Sundays 6 p.m.-12 a.m.
All other days 6 p.m.- 2 a.m.
Address: 4519 S Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL 32839
Jerry Nice and Easy
They offer karaoke night, pool, darts and drinks.
Hours: Tuesdays through Sundays 10 a.m.- 2 a.m.
Address: 5470 Hoffner Ave., Orlando, FL 32812
Aloha Beautiful
This is downtown Orlando’s only karaoke bar with an island and Tiki theme, according to their website.
To reserve a table, visit opentable.com.
Hours: Tuesdays through Saturdays 5 p.m.- 2 a.m. Sundays 3 p.m.- 10 p.m.
Address: 69 E Pine St. 2nd Floor, Orlando, FL 32801
CityWalk’s Rising Star
If you ever want it to feel what it’s like to perform in a concert, this is the place for you.
Rising Star offers a venue for karaoke singers to come and sing with a live band and backup singers and dancers in front of a real audience.
The place offers food and drinks as well.
Hours: Open everyday, 7 p.m.- 12 a.m. Mondays through Wednesdays all ages are welcome; Thursdays are 18+ only.
Address: 6000 Universal Blvd., Orlando, FL 32819
Orlando Obt Karaoke
Here you can sing your favorite songs in a private room with room service from the bar.
They offer songs in English, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Spanish, Indonesian and Russian.
Hours: Open everyday, 7:30 p.m.- 2 a.m.
Address: 7130 S Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL 32809
Kitty O’ Sheas
This place offers daily food and drink specials and a game room.
Hours: Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 10:30 p.m.- 2 a.m.
Address: 8470 Palm Parkway, Orlando, FL 32835
Rhonda’s A Neighborhood Bar
This Sanford karaoke bar offers drinks, food and an atmosphere that feels like home.
Hours: Open everyday, 10 a.m.- 2 a.m.
Address: 2617 S Orlando Drive, Sanford, FL 32773
Howl at the Moon
If you are looking to do karaoke with live music, this is a great place.
They have a big selection of alcoholic beverages as well, including bucket drinks.
Hours: Open everyday, 7 p.m.- 1:45 a.m.
Address: 8815 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819.
The Geek Easy
This location is comic book-themed and it features video games, live events and a full bar with craft beers.
Hours: Mondays from 7:30 p.m.- 1 a.m. and Fridays from 6:30 p.m.- 2 a.m.
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'The suffering she endured': Jill Phipps' family mourns as killer husband sent to prison
One year, 11 months and nearly two weeks.
That's how long Brenda Limbach told a Marion County judge she'd been waiting for her daughter's killer to be sent to prison.
"Mostly sleepless nights with the thoughts of our precious Jill and the suffering she endured," Limbach told Marion Superior Judge Angela Davis at a sentencing hearing Tuesday.
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Jason Phipps, 40, was sentenced to 22 years imprisonment Tuesday for fatally shooting his wife, Jill Phipps, early in the morning July 8, 2020. She was 38 when she died.
Jason Phipps was convicted of voluntary manslaughter after a 2-day bench trial May 24. On top of his prison sentence, he must complete substance abuse and mental health evaluations.
Originally charged with murder
Prosecutors originally brought a murder charge against Jason Phipps, but Davis found that "sudden heat" was a factor in the crime, which reduces a murder charge into a lower charge of voluntary manslaughter under Indiana law.
Voluntary manslaughter carries a maximum penalty of 30 years imprisonment. Sudden heat means intense emotions like fear or anger prevent someone from premeditating their crime.
Weeks before the shooting, police had seized a handgun from Jason Phipps. Under Indiana's red flag law, law enforcement can remove firearms from someone they believe to be a threat to themselves or others.
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In that incident, an Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officer found Jason Phipps outside in his underwear yelling at Jill Phipps and walking toward her with his fists clenched. The officer also found redness on Jill Phipps' neck and lip, although she didn't say if her husband had assaulted her.
The handgun seizure was never followed with a red flag court proceeding against Jason Phipps, which, had it occurred, may have temporarily suspended his right to own a gun.
Seventeen days after that seizure, he used a different gun — a shotgun — to end Jill Phipps' life.
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Limbach is now grandma and mom
Two of the Phipps' children were in the house July 8, 2020 and heard the gunshot, police said. They both saw their mom wounded. One of the children took the shotgun from Jason Phipps after the shooting, according to police testimony.
The children also allegedly told police Jason Phipps would "sometimes hit Jill."
Now Limbach is taking care of those kids. With her daughter's death and her son-in-law's imprisonment, Limbach and her husband Tom are moving forward in their new, sudden roles as the parents of adolescent children.
The shooting "not only took my daughter away," Limbach said in a statement presented Tuesday, "it changed our lives forever."
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — There’s only 6 more months to go in 2022, which means it’s time to start preparing for next year’s “Chicken Daddies” calendar!
Kohr Harlan, also known as Mr. May, went out to Oregon City to see if he can top last year’s photoshoot. | https://www.koin.com/local/kohr-explores-mr-may-strikes-a-pose-for-2023-chicken-daddies-calendar/ | 2022-06-22T14:21:58 | 1 | https://www.koin.com/local/kohr-explores-mr-may-strikes-a-pose-for-2023-chicken-daddies-calendar/ |
The fate of the so-called fairness ordinance in Lincoln is in flux — but it’s worth noting that the protections supporters seek still exist, for now.
The announcement of an initiative to get the question on the November ballot is the latest development in a dizzying four months marked by passage of the ordinance that broadly updated city code and expanded protections to include sexual orientation and gender identity; a successful referendum petition; and the City Council’s decision to rescind it rather than risk defeat at the ballot box.
Just a little more than a week ago, Tom Beckius, one of four council members who voted to rescind the ordinance, pointed out that the city — even without the updated ordinance — investigates complaints of discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
In fact, the Lincoln Commission on Human Rights, charged with investigating discrimination claims involving housing, employment and public accommodation, has been investigating claims involving sexual orientation and gender identity since a U.S. Supreme Court ruling in June 2020.
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In the landmark case, the high court ruled the definition of "sex" in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 includes sexual orientation and gender identity.
The case was related to employment, but the Biden administration issued an executive order directing all federal agencies to recognize that federal bans on sex discrimination include sexual orientation and gender identity.
Then, in June 2021, Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird signed an executive order mandating that the Lincoln Commission on Human Rights investigate such claims.
So, why, if an executive order is in place, did supporters want to see the protections enshrined in city code?
The short answer is, it’s more permanent.
A mayor who didn’t agree with the executive order could rescind it, said City Attorney Yohance Christie. To change a city ordinance requires a majority vote by the City Council — and that action is subject to a referendum.
That, of course, is what happened with both of the fairness ordinances approved by two city councils a decade apart. One sat in limbo for 10 years, until last week, when this City Council rescinded both.
The council did so, not because it opposed the protections, but because at least some members feared the transgender community would be targeted and that supporters weren’t prepared to win at the ballot box against well-organized, well-funded opponents.
Another difference from the executive order is that the ordinance was broader, Christie said. It updated the code in various ways, including adding protections for active military and veterans and updating language regarding disabilities.
The proposed ballot language in the latest initiative includes many of those updates, too, a point supporters will surely make as they collect signatures in the coming months.
Vaccine incentive ends
Lancaster County board members Tuesday ended a vaccine incentive the county had offered employees during the pandemic, a program that resulted in about two-thirds of its employees being vaccinated.
The county commissioners passed the resolution last September, after hearing from some department heads that vaccination rates were low. The information was anecdotal, because the county didn’t require proof of vaccination.
But commissioners wanted to encourage employees to get vaccinated, so they passed a resolution reimbursing employees about $200 for the vaccine and $59 for the booster.
To be reimbursed, employees did have to provide proof of vaccination, and 686 of the county’s 1,019 employees were reimbursed as of the June 9 pay period.
The incentive was offered to all employees — full-time, part-time, seasonal and those who work on an on-call basis, said Barb McIntyre, city-county personnel director.
The county allocated about $200,000 in federal American Rescue Act funds for the incentive program and spent about $186,000, said County Budget Director Dennis Myers.
Early on, lots of employees took advantage. In October 2021, the county spent $77,120 on reimbursements. It began to decline after that, with the county spending $1,126 in May and $355 for the first pay period in June.
McIntyre told the board the county has gotten a few emails from employees who want to take advantage of the program before it ends Aug. 1.
A new sound system
Pinnacle Bank Arena is getting a new sound amplifier.
The West Haymarket JPA, the quasi-governmental agency created to oversee creation and management of the arena and other West Haymarket redevelopment projects, approved the purchase of the amplifier for $61,980 at a special meeting last week.
The arena’s sound system failed during the state high school basketball tournament in March, according to Chief Assistant City Attorney Chris Connolly.
While touring bands performing at the arena bring their own sound systems, other events, such as basketball games and graduation ceremonies, use the arena’s sound system.
Renting equipment costs about $4,000 for each event, Connolly said, so the city asked the JPA board to hold a special meeting to approve the lowest bid for the amplifier rather than wait for the next scheduled meeting in August.
Tim Clare, a University of Nebraska regent and member of the JPA board, noted that a new sound system would have cost about $250,000, but arena staff was able to pinpoint the problem and order just the amplifier.
Preserving Robber's Cave history
Robber’s Cave — carved into sandstone south of Van Dorn Park as an early brewery warehouse before becoming a gathering place for adventurous teens and ultimately an official tourist spot — can now become even more official.
The cave already is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Now, History Nebraska gave the city of Lincoln a $40,000 matching grant to develop a management plan for Robber’s Cave, digitize material related to historical resources, make more information available on the website and to hold lectures.
The grant was one of three announced by History Nebraska as part of its certified local government program designed to increase local preservation activities.
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COBB COUNTY, Ga. — Editor's Note: The video in this story is from a January report.
The Supreme Court of Georgia has reversed the conviction in a high-profile hot car death from 2014.
Justin Ross Harris' conviction for murder and other crimes related to the death of his toddler son, Cooper, was reversed because the jury “heard and saw an extensive amount of improperly admitted evidence.”
The parts of his conviction related to sex crimes against a 16-year-old girl - which were used at trial as evidence against him in support of the murder charge - were upheld and he will remain in prison.
The Georgia Supreme Court, however, ruled that the evidence to support the sex crimes convictions were not relevant to the murder charge and should not have been presented in the same trial.
Cooper, who was 22 months old at the time of his death, died of hyperthermia on June 18, 2014, after Harris left him strapped into a rear-facing car seat in the back of his SUV. It was parked outside his office building.
A Cobb County grand jury later indicted Harris for five crimes related to Cooper’s death.
His trial was relocated to Glynn County where a jury found him guilty of all charges in November 2016. He was sentenced to life in prison without parole.
Harris was also charged with three sex crimes against a 16-year-old girl, that were alleged to have occurred between March and June 2014. He was sentenced to 12 years for those - the Supreme Court did not overturn the convictions on that matter.
The Supreme Court said the basic facts of the murder case in Cooper's death were "undisputed" - it was Harris' fault - but the issue at trial was "what was going through Harris' mind when he left the vehicle and walked into work that morning."
“The State’s theory was that Appellant [Harris] intentionally and maliciously abandoned his child to die a slow and painful death trapped in the summer heat, so that Appellant could achieve his dream of being free to further his sexual relationships with women he met online. The defense theory was that Appellant was a loving father who had never mistreated Cooper and simply but tragically forgot that he had not dropped off the child on that particular morning. During Appellant’s trial, substantial evidence was presented to support both theories,” Chief Justice Nahmias writes. “But the State also presented a substantial amount of evidence to lead the jury to answer a different and more legally problematic question: what kind of man is Appellant?”
The Supreme Court's majority opinion said there was no relevant connection between the evidence that Harris was a bad husband and the question of whether he intentionally murdered his son.
The Court found that a "large amount of the evidence of... sexual activities had minimal probative value in showing his alleged motive (to kill Cooper) and was needlessly cumulative or highly prejudicial."
Outside of some communications presented in court from the day Cooper died, which "offered insight into Harris' activities and state of mind shortly before leaving Cooper in the SUV and while the child was dying," most of the other evidence shown in court "did not speak directly to Harris' possible motivation to kill his son as much as it demonstrated his 'repugnant character.'"
“[T]he State convincingly demonstrated that Appellant was a philanderer, a pervert, and even a sexual predator,” Chief Justice Nahmias wrote in the opinion. “This evidence did little if anything to answer the key question of Appellant’s intent when he walked away from Cooper, but it was likely to lead the jurors to conclude that Appellant was the kind of man who would engage in other morally repulsive conduct (like leaving his child to die painfully in a hot car) and who deserved punishment, even if the jurors were not convinced beyond a reasonable doubt that he purposefully killed Cooper."
The evidence, the Court explained, that Harris may have had a "sex-crazed double life" was not "relevant to show his motive for murdering Cooper."
The evidence for that claim - that Harris intentionally left Cooper to die - was "far from overwhelming."
The Court found the trial court "abused its discretion" by not severing the murder case from the case related to sexual communications with a minor.
"We cannot say that it is highly probable that the erroneously admitted sexual evidence did not contribute to the jury’s guilty verdicts," the opinion concludes.
This is a developing story. Check back often for new information.
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DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — DeKalb police are searching for a 13-year-old boy who went missing on Wednesday.
The department said Da'arian Tucker was last seen along the 3000 block of Orbit Circle.
Tucker was described as 5-foot-5 and 115 pounds; officers said he has brown eyes and black hair. He was last seen wearing a white shirt and blue jeans.
Contact DeKalb County's SVU team at 770-724-7710 if you have any information about Tucker's disappearance. | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/missing-in-georgia/daarian-tucker-13-dekalb-3000-orbit-circle/85-83270309-f8cd-46b2-a12a-94468acf6ede | 2022-06-22T14:29:33 | 1 | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/missing-in-georgia/daarian-tucker-13-dekalb-3000-orbit-circle/85-83270309-f8cd-46b2-a12a-94468acf6ede |
HOUSTON — A simple car ride can have deadly consequences if you forget about what's in the backseat.
An average of nearly 40 children a year die nationwide in hot cars. This is why automakers are promising all new vehicles will have rear seat safety alarms by 2025.
How they work
One alarm system will allow your vehicle to sense when a backseat seatbelt is locked. A display will appear on the dash when the car starts, indicating a seatbelt was locked. When the car comes to a stop, an alarm will go off, signaling to check the backseat.
Cell phone providers are also assisting with rear seat safety alarms by allowing drivers to connect a plug-in device into the computer of their vehicles. It's a mirror image of your car, so if your car has an alert to check your backseat, your phone will also alert you to check your backseat.
Other, more sophisticated alarms, sense actual motion in the backseat after a driver leaves.
According to the KHOU 11 Weather Team, the heat will be sticking around for the next several days, with no relief in sight until maybe Monday or Tuesday of next week.
Amber Rollins, with the nonprofit Kids and Car Safety, said Texas has the highest number of hot car deaths in the country. Nationwide, 56% of hot car deaths happen when a child is accidentally left in a car. Twenty-six percent when a child gets in themselves and can’t get out.
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It doesn’t take long for a car to become an oven.
"Most people don’t realize that the majority of the increase in temperature inside of a car happens within the first 10 minutes," Rollins said. “Their little bodies heat up 3 to 5 times faster than an adult.”
Rollins says kids should know three things:
- How to honk the horn
- How to turn on flashers
- How to unlock a front door if they can’t get out of a back one
Additionally, the Harris County Sheriff's Office said kids should know how to unbuckle their car seats. | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/rear-seat-alarm-installed-new-vehicles-by-2025/285-a8456fb6-861c-49c7-91a9-14bb4143adbc | 2022-06-22T14:29:39 | 0 | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/rear-seat-alarm-installed-new-vehicles-by-2025/285-a8456fb6-861c-49c7-91a9-14bb4143adbc |
NEW YORK — James Rado, co-creator of the groundbreaking hippie musical “Hair,” which celebrated protest, pot and free love and paved the way for the sound of rock on Broadway, has died. He was 90.
“Hair,” which has a story and lyrics by Rado and Gerome Ragni and music by Galt MacDermot, was the first rock musical on Broadway, the first Broadway show to feature full nudity and the first to feature a same-sex kiss.
“Hair” made possible other rock musicals like “Jesus Christ Superstar” and “Rent.” Like “Hamilton,” it was one of only a handful of Broadway shows in the past few decades to find its songs on the pop charts.
The so-called “American tribal love-rock musical,” had its world premiere at the Public Theater in New York City’s East Village in 1967 and transferred the following year to Broadway, where the musical ran more than 1,800 performances. Rado played Claude, a young man about to be drafted and sent to the war in Vietnam.
Clive Barnes, theater critic for The New York Times, called the show “the first Broadway musical in some time to have the authentic voice of today rather than the day before yesterday.” The New York Post said it had “unintentional charm,” contagious high spirits and a “young zestfulness” that “make it difficult to resist.” Variety, however, called it “loony.”
It lost the Tony in 1969 to the more traditional “1776” but won a Grammy Award. The 2009 revival won the best revival Tony. The show was revived on Broadway in 1977 and again in 2009. It was made into a movie directed by Milos Forman in 1979 starring Treat Williams and Beverly D’Angelo.
“Hair” spawned four top four singles on the American pop charts, including the No. 1 hit “Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In” by the Fifth Dimension, which won the Grammy Award for record of the year and best pop vocal performance by a group in 1970. Others included “Hair” by the Cowsills, “Good Morning, Starshine” by the singer Oliver and “Easy to Be Hard” by Three Dog Night. The cast album itself stayed at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 for 13 weeks
“Hair” tells the story of Claude and Berger, best buddies who find freedom in the late 1960s. Between draft-card burnings, love-ins, bad LSD trips and a parade of protest marches, the two wander through a New York filled with flower children, drugged-out hippies and outraged tourists who don’t approve of the wild goings-on. In one song, Claude poignantly sings, “Why do I live, why do I die, tell me where do I go, tell me why.”
The show is playful and chaotic, but there’s also a sense of outrage in its protests against war, racism, sexism, pollution and the general hypocrisy of an era dominated by the American involvement in Vietnam.
“I’d still like ‘Hair’ to be about what it was about then,” Rado told The Associated Press in 1993. “‘Hair’ had a spiritual message, and it has a mystical message I hope is coming through — there’s more to life than the way it’s been devised for us, explained to us, taught to us.”
The songs of “Hair” have been used in everything from the films “Forrest Gump,” “Minions” and “The 40-Year-Old Virgin” to TV shows like “Glee,” “So You Think You Can Dance” and “My Name Is Earl.” Billboard magazine lists “Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In” at No. 66 of all-time top 100 songs.
In 2019, the original 1968 Broadway cast recording was inducted into the National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress. Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden deemed “these aural treasures worthy of preservation because of their cultural, historic and aesthetic importance to the nation’s recorded sound heritage.”
Rado was born in Venice, California, and raised in Rochester, New York, and Washington, D.C. After serving two years in the U.S. Navy, he moved to New York and studied acting with Paula and Lee Strasberg.
Rado was part of the ensemble of the Broadway play “Marathon ’33” in 1963 and played Richard Lionheart in “The Lion in Winter” in 1966 opposite Christopher Walken. He met Ragni when he was cast in the off-Broadway musical “Hang Down Your Head and Die.”
The two were interested in birthing a new kind of show and focused on the hippie scene. They wrote the script while sharing an apartment in Hoboken, New Jersey. Rado originated the “Hair” role of the draftee Claude on Broadway.
“Hair” met resistance across the country. In addition to the use of four-letter words, the flouting of authority, sexual references and gross-out humor, the end of Act 1 had the entire cast strip naked to “Where Do I Go” and there was what many believed was desecration of the American flag.
There were church pickets in Evansville, Indiana. Municipal officials in Chattanooga, Tennessee, denied a request to stage the show, determining that it would not be “in the best interest of the community.” In Denver, police threatened to arrest anyone who appeared nude onstage. A Boston visit was challenged in court on the basis of flag desecration.
The original Public Theater production had cut the nude scene, but the creators wanted it back for the Broadway debut. Under the law at that time, New York City allowed nudity onstage onstage as long as the actors weren’t moving, which is why the whole cast of “Hair” stood together in a row, nude and perfectly still.
After “Hair,” Rado wrote the music and lyrics of the off-Broadway show “Rainbow,” co-authoring the book with his brother, Ted Rado. He later teamed up with Ragni to create the book and lyrics for the show “Sun.” Ragni died in 1991. Rado wrote a new show called “American Soldier” with his brother.
In 2009, Rado, MacDermot and Ragni were inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr., of the group The Fifth Dimension, were joined onstage by the Broadway cast at the time for a finale that brought the ceremony’s approximately 1,000 guests to their feet. MacDermot died in 2018.
Rado told the Hudson Reporter in 2009 that none of the show’s creators anticipated that it would have such an enormous impact. “We thought we’d stumbled on a great idea, and something that potentially could be a hit on Broadway, never thinking of the distant future.”
He is survived by his brother Ted Rado, sister-in-law Kay Rado, nieces Melanie Khoury, Emily DiBona and Melissa Stuart, great-nieces and a great-nephew.
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A limited number of campsites will made available at Rainbow Plaza, located at 250 Water Avenue, adjacent to the Umpqua River waterfront. The campsites are for dry camping only and do not offer the use of utilities. Public restroom facilities are nearby at Rainbow Plaza Boat Launch during daylight hours.
The rules and regulations for the 2022 summer camping season have changed and are available on the city website, at City Hall and the Reedsport Police Department. Sites cost $15 a night, and stays are limited to 14 consecutive days in a 30-day period.
Reservations and site permits can be obtained at City Hall (451 Winchester Ave.) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday – Friday.
You may obtain a site permit at the Reedsport Police Department (146 N. 4th) after 5 p.m. and on weekends. | https://theworldlink.com/news/local/camping-available-at-rainbow-plaza/article_3746c2d0-f1aa-11ec-99f4-97ead7109393.html | 2022-06-22T14:46:51 | 0 | https://theworldlink.com/news/local/camping-available-at-rainbow-plaza/article_3746c2d0-f1aa-11ec-99f4-97ead7109393.html |
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Some kids in Fort Worth may still be talking about their big weekend of fishing. It brought something good for them and the volunteers who made it happen.
Greenbriar Lake at Greenbriar Park, 5200 Hemphill Street, was the place to be for an annual youth fishing tournament.
Texas Parks and Wildlife stocks the lake with catfish, and kids aged three to 16 reel 'em in. The Osprey Bass Anglers of South Fort Worth provides the rods, reels, bait and the prizes like the $100 a little girl got for catching an albino catfish.
The fishing club started back in 1991. And, with the help of sponsors and volunteers, it hosted its 31st fishing tournament for kids this past Saturday.
For four hours, kids put away devices, got outdoors and connected with family and new friends. And, they may have learned what so many anglers know: "A bad day of fishing is better than a good day at work." | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/something-good/fort-worth-kids-spend-the-day-fishing-for-fun/2997701/ | 2022-06-22T14:47:39 | 0 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/something-good/fort-worth-kids-spend-the-day-fishing-for-fun/2997701/ |
The head of the Texas state police pronounced the law enforcement response to the Uvalde school shooting an “abject failure,” telling lawmakers that there were enough officers and firepower on the scene to have stopped the gunman three minutes after he entered the building.
Col. Steve McCraw also said officers would have found the door to the classroom where the assailant was holed up unlocked if they had bothered to check it.
Instead, police with rifles stood in a hallway for over an hour, waiting in part for more weapons and gear, before they finally stormed the classroom and killed the gunman, putting an end to the May 24 attack that left 19 children and two teachers dead.
“I don’t care if you have on flip-flops and Bermuda shorts, you go in,” McCraw, director of the Texas Department of Public Safety, said Tuesday in blistering testimony at a state Senate hearing.
The classroom door, it turned out, could not be locked from the inside by design, according to McCraw, who also said a teacher reported before the shooting that the lock was broken. Yet there is no indication officers tried to open it during the standoff, McCraw said. He said police instead waited for keys.
“I have great reasons to believe it was never secured,” McCraw said of the door. ”How about trying the door and seeing if it’s locked?”
Delays in the law enforcement response at Robb Elementary School have become the focus of federal, state and local investigations. Testimony was scheduled to resume Wednesday.
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McCraw lit into Pete Arredondo, the Uvalde school district police chief who McCraw said was in charge, saying: “The only thing stopping a hallway of dedicated officers from entering Room 111 and 112 was the on-scene commander who decided to place the lives of officers before the lives of children.”
Arredondo made “terrible decisions,” said McCraw, who lamented that the police response “set our profession back a decade.”
Arredondo has said he didn’t consider himself the person in charge and assumed someone else had taken control of the law enforcement response. He has declined repeated requests for comment from The Associated Press.
The police chief testified for about five hours Tuesday at a closed-door hearing of a Texas House committee also investigating the tragedy, according to the panel chair.
Senate members hearing the latest details reacted with fury, some decrying Arredondo as incompetent and saying the delay cost lives. Others pressed McCraw on why state troopers on the scene didn’t take charge. McCraw said the troopers did not have legal authority to do so.
The public safety chief presented a timeline that said three officers with two rifles entered the building less than three minutes behind the gunman, an 18-year-old with an AR-15-style semi-automatic rifle. Several more officers entered minutes after that. Two of the officers who went into the hallway early on were grazed by gunfire.
The decision by police to hold back went against much of what law enforcement has learned in the two decades since the Columbine High School shooting in Colorado in which 13 people were killed in 1999, McCraw said.
“You don’t wait for a SWAT team. You have one officer, that’s enough,” he said. He also said officers did not need to wait for shields to enter the classroom. The first shield arrived less than 20 minutes after the shooter entered, according to McCraw.
Eight minutes after the shooter entered, an officer reported that police had a heavy-duty crowbar that they could use to break down the classroom door, McCraw said.
The public safety chief spent nearly five hours offering the clearest picture yet of the massacre, outlining a series of other missed opportunities, communication breakdowns and errors based on an investigation that has included roughly 700 interviews. Among the missteps:
- Arredondo did not have a radio with him.
- Police and sheriff’s radios did not work inside the school. Only the radios of Border Patrol agents on the scene did, and they did not work perfectly.
- Some school diagrams that police used to coordinate their response were wrong.
State police initially said the gunman, Salvador Ramos, entered the school through an exterior door that had been propped open by a teacher. However, McCraw said the teacher had closed the door, but unbeknownst to her, it could be locked only from the outside. The gunman “walked straight through,” McCraw said.
The gunman knew the building well, having attended the fourth grade in the same classrooms where he carried out the attack, McCraw said. Ramos never communicated with police that day, the public safety chief said.
Sen. Paul Bettencourt said the entire premise of lockdown and shooter training is worthless if school doors can’t be locked. “We have a culture where we think we’ve trained an entire school for lockdown ... but we set up a condition to failure,” he said.
Bettencourt challenged Arredondo to testify in public and said he should have removed himself from the job immediately. He angrily pointed out that shots were heard while police waited.
“There are at least six shots fired during this time,” he said. “Why is this person shooting? He’s killing somebody. Yet this incident commander finds every reason to do nothing.”
Uvalde Mayor Don McLaughlin said Tuesday that the city has “specific legal reasons” that it’s not answering questions publicly or releasing records. “There is no cover-up,” he said in a statement.
Later in the day, the Uvalde City Council voted unanimously against giving Arredondo, who is a council member, a leave of absence from appearing at public meetings. Relatives of the shooting victims had pleaded with city leaders to instead fire him.
“Please, please, we’re begging you, get this man out of our lives,” said Berlinda Arreola, the grandmother of Amerie Jo Garza.
After the meeting, the mayor pushed back on McCraw’s testimony casting blame on Arredondo, saying that the Department of Public Safety has repeatedly put out false information about the shooting and glossed over the role of its own officers.
He called the Senate hearing a “clown show” and said he heard nothing from McCraw about state troopers’ involvement, even though McLaughlin said their number in the school hallway at points during the slaughter surpassed that of any other law enforcement agency.
Questions about the law enforcement response began days after the massacre. McCraw said three days afterward that Arredondo made “the wrong decision” when he chose not to storm the classroom for more than 70 minutes, even as trapped fourth graders inside two classrooms were desperately calling 911 for help and anguished parents outside the school begged officers to go inside.
An hour after the shooter first crashed his truck outside the school, Arredondo said, according to McCraw’s timeline: “People are going to ask why we’re taking so long. We’re trying to preserve the rest of the life.”
But McCraw said Tuesday that the amount of time that elapsed before officers entered the classroom was “intolerable.”
Police haven’t found any red flags in Ramos’ school disciplinary files but learned through interviews that he engaged in cruelty to animals. “He walked around with a bag of dead cats,” McCraw said.
In the days and weeks after the shooting, authorities gave conflicting and incorrect accounts of what happened. But McCraw assured lawmakers: “Everything I’ve testified today is corroborated.”
McCraw said if he could make just one recommendation, it would be for more training. He also said every state patrol car in Texas should have shields and door-breaching tools.
“I want every trooper to know how to breach and have the tools to do it,” he said. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/texas-news/top-texas-cop-police-response-to-uvalde-school-shooting-was-abject-failure/2997764/ | 2022-06-22T14:47:45 | 0 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/texas-news/top-texas-cop-police-response-to-uvalde-school-shooting-was-abject-failure/2997764/ |
MADEIRA BEACH, Fla. — Hubbard's Marina has operated at John's Pass at Madeira Beach since 1976, and in the 90s, staff began to notice sand accumulating beneath the boardwalk.
Construction projects on the south jetty and then a 2006 project on the John's Pass bridge exacerbated the build-up, Captain Dylan Hubbard said.
Today, a sandy semicircle stretches out from the land and into the channel; creating a narrower passage and a faux beach that drops off into deep water and swift currents.
For years, businesses and locals of the area have fought for something to be done about the sand, which has caused numerous concerns for safety and business, but have been met with city and county gridlock.
Finally, a dredging project is underway to remove the sand; funded by $1.5 million from a budget signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis on June 2.
The project will begin sometime after turtle nesting season along the beaches of St. Petersburg and Clearwater ends Oct 31. Right now, the Army Corps is analyzing the sand to be repurposed for beach nourishment, said State Rep. Linda Chaney, R-St. Pete Beach.
Chaney fought for funding to dredge the area for the last two years. She made it a priority after hearing from locals in the area.
"So many of the businesses and residents came to me and said that this was very important to them, that they had been trying to get this done for years, and it was gridlocked," Chaney said.
The build-up has impacted rainwater drainage for both Gulf Boulevard and the city.
"It rains and that drain is clogged with sand that backs up water on the Gulf Boulevard and can cause accidents and prevent access to John's Pass," Hubbard said. "It also blocks the city drain, and when that's clogged with sand, the streets of John's Pass flood."
It's disrupted manatee and dolphin migration patterns; pushing the animals away from the sea wall and into the main channel where boats move across them.
It's prohibited business growth at the boardwalk, as well. Hubbard's Marina is no longer able to operate on one full side of its dock. Hubbard said their boats are the "last line of defense" in keeping the sand back.
"We have to constantly fight every month to hold that sand back or it would completely overtake our dock and leave us with dry land," Hubbard said. "It takes a lot of manpower, a lot of fuel, a lot of wear and tear on our boats, and a lot of long nights trying to battle that sand."
However, the public safety issues are the main cause for concern, Hubbard said. Naive tourists and residents alike find themselves on the half-moon of beach being swept away by strong currents, despite signs warning them not to.
In May, a 22-year-old Virginia man drowned after struggling to swim west of the swim buoys near John's Pass.
Since January 2020, there have been 32 water rescues off of John's Pass, said Clint Belk, the Madeira Beach Fire Department chief. The fire department responds to the most water rescue calls in this location, he said.
Sergeant Ron Blair with the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Marine and Environmental Lands Unit said its rescue team responds to frequent calls around John's Pass year-round but especially during the summers.
"We have extreme high tides extreme low tides, which really make the current very strong anywhere in the county but especially through our passes," Blair said.
The build-up contributes to the dangerous currents by forcing the water to go through a more narrow pass.
"When you when you make that pass narrower and narrower, water is going to go through there at a faster pace," Belk said. "They don't realize when they're on the buildup of sand. The water looks like it goes out like a beach but then there's a sudden drop-off, and then they're swept out in the current."
Despite the increased level of danger over the years, John's Pass has been a huge part of the community since the 1800s.
"It's an iconic location not only for tourists, but for locals," Chaney said. "It was something that the residents did not want to lose, which would happen if the pass closed in."
Now, with state funding to dredge the pass, locals and Chaney are excited for the future of the pass.
"Myself and the residents and the businesses are just thrilled beyond belief," Chaney said. "When we saw it got signed, we couldn't even believe it... we were literally jumping up and down on the beach." | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/pinellascounty/johns-pass-dredging-project-boardwalk/67-ec34032d-57fd-4f0d-a99c-2e484a031b30 | 2022-06-22T14:48:57 | 1 | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/pinellascounty/johns-pass-dredging-project-boardwalk/67-ec34032d-57fd-4f0d-a99c-2e484a031b30 |
ODESSA, Texas — The ECISD Board of Trustees have appointed Dennis Jones as the new representative for school board Position 7.
Jones has been in Odessa for 17 years and worked as a prosecutor, judge, and private practice lawyer. He also has previous teaching experience at Angelina College and Odessa College.
The school board held a meeting on June 20 and interviewed all eight candidates for the position.
The Trustees said this was a difficult decision and appreciated all the people that applied for the position. | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/ecisd-board-of-trustees-appoints-new-representative-for-school-board-position-7/513-c2c7fa11-5d38-456d-94ac-803c4d8136da | 2022-06-22T14:53:07 | 1 | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/ecisd-board-of-trustees-appoints-new-representative-for-school-board-position-7/513-c2c7fa11-5d38-456d-94ac-803c4d8136da |
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas — The Ector County Utility District had a meeting last night to discuss the new water rates for customers.
They talked about four different rate scenarios for rate changes. The one that was chosen does not raise any costs for customers across the board. It lowers the minimum charge for single-families by $10.
ECUD said the more they lower the rates, the less money they have to expand their system. The goal is less expense for water and the access to it.
The new rates will go into effect on August 27 of this year. | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/ector-county-utility-district-discusses-new-water-rate-for-ector-county-customers/513-8baa9b03-1ac4-4ec0-a02b-b37d991c571f | 2022-06-22T14:53:13 | 1 | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/ector-county-utility-district-discusses-new-water-rate-for-ector-county-customers/513-8baa9b03-1ac4-4ec0-a02b-b37d991c571f |
ODESSA, Texas — One person has been killed in a fatal crash in Ector County this morning.
Texas DPS said the crash happened on Highway 302 and FM 866 at 3:30 a.m.
The crash is currently under investigation and the identity of the killed person has not been released yet.
We will continue to update this story as we receive more information. | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/one-dead-after-fatal-crash-in-ector-county/513-4d376eb8-7234-47e8-9a4f-81708d49400b | 2022-06-22T14:53:19 | 1 | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/one-dead-after-fatal-crash-in-ector-county/513-4d376eb8-7234-47e8-9a4f-81708d49400b |
FREDERICKSBURG, Texas — Until the early 1940s, when people in Fredericksburg wanted to visit San Antonio without having to drive, they took a train.
The route by the long-forgotten San Antonio, Fredericksburg and Northern Railroad Company took travelers through the Hill Country. When it was discovered that one of the hills was too steep for the locomotive to climb, workers dug a tunnel in 1913 for the train tracks.
The route lasted until 1942 when the railroad company went bankrupt and the tunnel was abandoned.
Several years later, a nearby landowner thought he saw smoke rising from the old tunnel one evening at sunset. He went for a closer look and discovered that it wasn’t smoke but the nightly swarm of millions of Mexican free-tailed bats leaving their home for the nightly feast of insects.
PHOTOS: Old Tunnel State Park
Their sunset-flight continues to this day. Nearly every evening from May through October visitors can catch their emergence from the tunnel at Texas’s smallest state park, known simply as the Old Tunnel State Park.
Located south of Fredericksburg in Gillespie County, the park offers its visitors a front-row seat to the nightly ritual. The best months for viewing, according to park rangers, are August and September after bats give birth to their offspring.
It’s considered one of the best “bat shows” in the state, but one that has limited seating, so it’s best to check out the details at the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department website.
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Through thickening smoke pushing southeast over Ash Creek Ridge, horse trailers and families in SUVs roll south toward Phoenix on Fain Road near Prescott, past a sign in a dried-grass yard advertising firewood for sale.
On the northbound side of the divided highway, another line of cars heads in the opposite direction, toward a helicopter tilted with the effort of hauling a massive pouch of reservoir water at the end of a rope across the weirdly dimmed horizon.
Those headed north are on their way to an emergency community wildfire meeting, in search of answers from Prescott National Forest officials about the fate of their homes. It’s become a common sight across the West.
The early evening light is eerie. Roadside rock formations are cast in golden hour glamor against a backdrop of gray-brown smoke flecked with patches of blue sky and the beginnings of a desert sunset. In the parking lot of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, fire personnel clad in protective neon-yellow clothing direct residents inside to a meeting room.
At this point, on April 28, the Crooks Fire has already burned 9,014 acres and is only 23% contained. Officials say its next move is “hard to predict” because of wind and rough terrain.
Six neighborhoods around Prescott have already been ordered to evacuate. Five more are on the “Set” list, one stage past “Ready,” poised to leave everything behind at a moment’s notice. They can go to a shelter at the nearby Yavapai College gymnasium, but they don’t know what they will find there, or what they might find after they return home.
At the meeting, a man stands in the back of the room holding a large gray file folder by the handle. He sports square-rimmed glasses, practical Under Armour tennis shoes, jeans, black cowboy hat and cellphone at the ready in a belt holster. He waits patiently for the long roster of officials to finish their presentations and open the question and answer period.
“I live close enough to the fire that embers are now starting to fall on my house,” said Ronald Amerson, addressing the room. A veteran of the Iraq War and a 15-year resident of Prescott, he wanted to know when he could expect to see aircraft responding to the threats in his area.
“Aviation is only as good as the people on the ground because they have to work together,” is the answer he gets from incident commander Rocky Opliger. They placed orders for helicopters shortly after the fire broke out, Opliger adds, but they have to compete for resources with concurrent blazes in New Mexico and Flagstaff. “That’s the challenge of what we face in the Western United States.”
About 50 other residents are in attendance. A few raise their hands and ask about specific addresses, whether anyone can tell them if those structures still stand. Some want to know why, after 10 days, so little progress has been made.
Jake Guadiana, state safety officer with the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, steps up to the microphone and delivers some hard truths about the modern-day risks of building a home in a Western forest.
“The current firefighter today is no different than the displaced members. We are away from our homes. We’re away from our families. And I’ve heard this said, ‘Well, you chose that career.’ You’re right, we did choose this career. And oftentimes you chose where to live. So do us a favor, do your part and clean up around your properties.”
'Don't they know the world is coming to an end?'
Amerson’s house survived the 9,400-acre Crooks Fire. But his gray file folder held documents related to a lawsuit he filed against Yavapai County on March 10 over their uneven enforcement of his neighbors not clearing dry brush from around their homes, as is recommended by current Arizona fire safety protocol.
He says the situation causes him emotional distress, because he knows more fires are on the way and he doesn’t want to spend every minute worrying about whether nearby unkempt landscapes will result in the ignition of his home, regardless of what precautions he takes on his own behalf.
About 200 miles to the east, in Arizona’s Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests, longtime residents of Pinetop-Lakeside know all too well the stress Amerson feels.
Ryan Reinhold’s home in Pinetop backs up against the city’s Woodland Park. He’s been there since 1981, and he remembers well the Rodeo-Chediski Fire, the 2002 blaze that — at 468,638 acres — became the largest in the state’s recorded history and forced the evacuation of several forested communities in the White Mountains, including Pinetop-Lakeside, Hon Dah, Show Low and Heber.
“We really didn’t know (the status of the fire or our home),” he said. “Of course, you take your birth certificate and your passport. We took our photo albums. We weren’t sure how long we were going to be gone. No one knew.”
Reinhold and his wife took refuge from the historic fire with family in the community of Top of the World, about 90 miles to the southwest and out of reach of the flames. He said it was a weird feeling arriving, having had to leave most of their life behind in Pinetop. Things felt so normal there that day.
“It was like, ‘Don’t they know the world is coming to an end?’”
On June 29, 2002, the approximately 3,500 residents of Pinetop-Lakeside were cleared to return home. Reinhold arrived to find 2 inches of ash on every surface and a “very gray and smoky smell.” Otherwise, his family emerged unscathed.
But they had some decisions to make about what to do next. Reinhold sensed that this was the beginning of a new reality. In all likelihood, he knew, this was not the end of packing up their birth certificates and photo albums to flee growing flames, of wondering what they would find when they got back.
Even then, 20 years ago, it was clear the winds of Western wildfires were shifting. A warming, drying climate and a history of fire suppression that allowed flammable material to accumulate in the forest at levels not seen before were adding up to bigger and hotter blazes each and every year.
Trading the trees for the forest
Fire lookout Janie Croxen Ringleberg, who has been climbing the stairs to the Springer Mountain Fire Lookout Tower above Pinetop-Lakeside to scan the horizon for smoke for the past 30 summers, said it’s clear from her vantage point that a history of forest management largely through fire suppression over the past 100 years has put Arizona's high country in a difficult situation.
“You could liken it to looking out over Mr. McGregor’s carrot patch," Ringleberg said. "It is way too thick and overgrown."
Since 2002, Reinhold has completely redone his home’s landscaping. He’s removed “truckloads and truckloads” of junipers, trees that he planted in the early 1980s. He once cultivated dozens of them. Now he has one left. He also cut down about 40 ponderosa pines on his property in the early 2000s. He had wanted to live surrounded by forest. But after Rodeo-Chediski, it just didn’t seem worth it.
“The Rodeo-Chediski really made me think about, if a fire gets started, where are the prevailing winds, are they going to push it toward my house?" he said. "Thinning trees became a big thing."
It seemed worth changing his surroundings to let him find some peace staying in his home. He moved to the White Mountains, to Show Low, when he was 24, with no job. He just knew it was where he wanted to be.
He made it work, first cooking in a restaurant, then finding employment at the White Mountain Independent newspaper, where he “did everything.” He wrote, sold ads, even built the photography dark room.
He met his wife, Lorinda, in Show Low and they raised two children in the Pinetop house that backs up onto Woodland Park. He laughed as he told a story about a relatively small wildfire, dubbed the Twin Fire, that broke out right before their wedding. While clearing brush from around his house, a branch whacked him in the face. The bruise he sports in his wedding photos foreshadows the imprint fire would have on their lives.
Eventually Reinhold found his way to a career as a judge; his wife taught elementary school for 30 years. They’re Pinetop lifers. But, with conditions constantly worsening, it hasn’t been easy.
“We gnash our teeth about the lack of moisture. I encourage my neighbors to thin. But the bigger threat is the forest.”
Around the corner from the Reinholds, Mark and Leslee Wessel left town for a few years after the Rodeo-Chediski Fire and went to live in Nome, Alaska, where Mark finished out his career as a nurse with the Public Health Service. But in 2007, they came back.
“We like living here,” Leslee said. “The land is just gorgeous, the trees and the lakes and the mountains.”
Leslee was Pinetop-Lakeside’s first secretary and clerk. The couple were some of the few people allowed to stay in town during the Rodeo-Chediski Fire so she could continue her work as a clerk for the fire command center while Mark helped with local emergency medical care. He was working one day when a fire crew leader came in with heat stroke. For weeks, their daily routine included maddening uncertainty.
“We hadn’t seen a lot of fire, it kind of took us by surprise,” she said. “Driving through an evacuated community, a desolate community, I don’t know how to describe it. We would go to work and not know what we would find when we got home, or if we could get home.”
Despite that experience and their exodus afterward, they returned to Pinetop because they feel the benefits still outweigh the fire risks. But they readily admit that it’s been stressful and expensive. Since Rodeo-Chediski, they estimate they have spent about $20,000 to hedge their bets against future fires: a new fire-resistant roof, concrete siding and redesigning their landscaping to make sure flammable material is at least 30 feet away.
Like Amerson in Prescott, they’re frustrated that they haven’t seen the same efforts from all of their neighbors. Many of the homes on their street are summer getaways for residents of the hotter Phoenix metro area. There have been conflicts over how many trees should go and how many should stay. The Wessels feel that long-term residents generally understand the risks and thin the forest around their home.
But newer and temporary occupants have made comments to them along the lines of “I want the trees around my home. If my house burns, I’ll just collect the insurance money and go back to Scottsdale.”
Fatigue and finances on the frontlines
Not everyone has the means to make those kinds of decisions. Pinetop-Lakeside firefighters make about $40,000 to $50,000 per year, according to Fire Chief Jim Morgan. They have to leave their own homes behind to face the health and safety risks of defending other properties for most of the summer. Morgan was on fire assignments 155 days last year. Some departments in the state have had a hard time staying staffed.
“We’re asking our folks to work in riskier and riskier environments now,” he said. “And we’re seeing it more where firefighters are being killed. It does weigh on you. Our folks are fatigued.”
In Prescott, a majority of firefighters are seasonal employees who work for $15 to $18 per hour, according to Jake Guadiana, the state safety officer. He says the work attracts a hardy, resilient crew, but there are costs.
“It's high speed, there's loud noises, adrenaline, spikes and drops in cortisol. It wreaks havoc on our system,” Guadiana said. “We do have a bunch of mental health programs. But still, it's just that invisible scar or wound that not a lot of folks know about on the public side of things.”
Since Morgan took leadership of the Pinetop-Lakeside fire station in 2014, he has been working on promoting awareness of the program Firewise, to get residents to maintain their properties in a way that minimizes fire risks for everyone. He has found some success, but it’s slow work. Many newer residents who relocate to the mountains to retire from other areas of the country seem unaware of the fire hazards.
“I'm trying to figure out what is the magic pill to get folks to engage,” Morgan said. “Those that were directly impacted by disaster will have a long-lasting, life-changing appreciation for disaster and how to prepare for it. Folks that maybe endured the disaster but weren't directly impacted, they lose that memory in about 90 days. It just becomes commonplace.”
For towns that are dependent on summer tourism revenue, the fires can also disrupt the cash flow from local taxes going to fund the firefighting effort. That puts more strain on Morgan’s crew.
On top of that, with every major fire, some residents leave the area, taking their property taxes with them if they can’t sell their damaged homes. After the 2018 Camp Fire in Paradise, California, only about 1,000 out of 18,000 property owners rebuilt. Now their Fire Department is running on fumes, Morgan said, relying on temporary government funding to maintain fire and emergency services.
Securing home insurance is also becoming increasingly difficult for residents of areas like Pinetop with high wildfire risk. Companies are starting to require thinning efforts that can cost up to $2,800 per acre. The Fire Department gets called out to about two homes per week to help consult on landscaping changes after a homeowner’s insurance company has threatened to cancel their policy.
“So far there have been other secondary insurance markets willing to take that risk,” Morgan said. “I don’t know how long that’s going to last.”
The crux of a community
On June 29, 2002, after 11 days of wondering what they would find left of their community after the Rodeo-Chediski Fire, displaced Pinetop-Lakeside residents started filtering back into town. Lookout Janie Croxen Ringleberg remembers it as an emotional day.
“The mayor at the time was dressed in her firefighting clothes and waving at everybody driving back in,” she said. “People handled it in different ways. Some people were absolutely traumatized and other people went with the flow.”
Neither Ringleberg nor the current mayor, Stephanie Irwin, remember many people deciding to move away. The community was shaken, but not broken. There are about 4,000 permanent residents within Pinetop-Lakeside limits today. Irwin estimates that about 70% of the people who lived in town during the Rodeo-Chediski Fire are still there.
But they live with a new vigilance. Irwin thinks the massive 2002 fire brought the White Mountain region together, as communities helped each other during periods of evacuation and after returning. They also now share a sense of anxiety.
“Fear about high winds is worse now,” Iwrin said.
They’re not alone. With wildfires becoming increasingly catastrophic across the western United States in recent decades due to climate change, the U.S. Department of Human and Health Services started offering crisis counseling in 2012 through its National Disaster Distress Helpline, specifically for those affected by Southwestern wildfires.
Hannah Collins, the agency’s communications manager, was unable to share the number of calls they get related to wildfire, but said the helpline “has recorded many presenting concerns of emotional distress in the immediate aftermath of wildfires, as well as concerns related to recovery months and sometimes years later.”
After 2002, Pinetop-Lakeside pivoted to make changes to reduce fire risk and its trauma. The town thinned Woodland Park, the one behind Ryan Reinhold’s home. The White Mountain Apache Tribe has done extensive thinning of their lands that surround the town. Following Firewise protocol for keeping a tidy yard is now a requirement to obtain a building permit. And there is a push by the Fire Department, Irwin said, to require more fire-resistant building materials, which others consider cost prohibitive.
Those who stayed are resilient and determined to stick it out in the White Mountains. But the Wessels live with their photo albums ready to go. Reinhold rakes up pine cones and needles from the “messy Ponderosas” in the park behind his house several times a year in an effort to reduce volatile fuel accumulation on the forest floor. And Ringleberg feels, daily, the increased importance of her role scrutinizing the sky for smoke from her tower.
Though they’ve chosen to stay, they all recognize the threat of the overgrown forest.
“If a fire started now, there’s no stopping it,” Irwin said.
Others are making new commitments to a wildfire-prone life. At the Crooks Fire emergency community meeting in Prescott in April, Don and Melissa Lazok were one of the couples who raised their hands during the question and answer period and inquired about their property.
They haven’t built on it yet. It’s their retirement plan. And already they’re attending meetings about whether it has burned, and driving the dirt road, fists clenched, the day after evacuation orders are lifted to see what remains.
The Lazoks bought their 12-acre forest property in December. They said neither the Crooks Fire nor the increased risk of severe wildfires that hangs heavy over the West, has yet dissuaded them from building.
Have you moved away from a wildfire risk-prone area after experiencing a fire threat or evacuation or do you know someone who has? If you're willing to share your story, we'd like to talk with you to help us with our future coverage. Please send a note to climate reporter Joan Meiners at joan.meiners@arizonarepublic.com.
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Arizona attorney general sues Scottsdale school district and board member Greenburg
Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich filed a lawsuit against the Scottsdale Unified School District and board member Jann-Michael Greenburg, accusing them of violating Arizona's Open Meeting Law last summer.
Brnovich contends the governing board, through Greenburg, who was board president at the time, broke state law on Aug. 17 when it issued content-based restrictions on public comment, allowing people to only talk about one of the agenda items.
Board members also violated the law when they cut off speakers who tried to give input on any other topic, including a proposed mask mandate that was also on the agenda, according to the attorney general’s complaint.
The complaint also says board members were in violation of the state's Open Meeting Law on Aug. 23 when they restricted in-person access in the boardroom when COVID-19 mitigation strategies were one of the agenda items. The 39 people who addressed the board that evening had to wait outside and enter the boardroom one at a time.
Greenburg told The Arizona Republic at the time that the decision to restrict access came at the advice of police amid heightened tensions over face coverings.
The attorney general also says Greenburg broke the law when he interrupted parent Amanda Wray when she talked about a neo-Nazi propaganda comic book being distributed at a school campus. When Wray accused a district employee of distributing the material, Greenburg said that wasn’t true.
Wray “correctly explained to Greenburg that he is not allowed to interrupt public comments,” according to the complaint.
Once Wray finished her comments, Greenburg said he wanted to make clear that no district employee distributed the material. Once he was done with his statement, he was caught on the microphone whispering to his colleagues, “Jesus f------ Christ, these people.” He apologized after parents told him they had heard him.
“I did cuss on the mic and I’m very sorry about that. I apologize to our community, I apologize to my fellow board members, to staff and parents watching. These things happen,” he said. “I have to admit it was done out of frustration.”
Greenburg's father, Mark Greenburg, is suing Wray for defamation for comments she made about a leaked Google Drive folder that contained social media posts and other detailed information on parents. Wray, in turn, filed a lawsuit with other parents last month against the district and Mark Greenburg over the Google Drive.
District's response
Three complaints were filed with the Attorney General’s Office after these two meetings.
After receiving notice of the complaints in November, the district sent a response to the attorney general in December, according to SUSD spokesperson Kristine Harrington, who also said the district hadn’t received any additional information about it until it learned about the lawsuit.
Harrington said the district doesn’t comment on pending litigation but maintains it complied with the Open Meeting Law.
Attorney Jennifer MacLennan wrote SUSD’s response, saying it was the district’s position that state law allowed SUSD to limit comments, citing a 1999 attorney general opinion. Brnovich argues the district’s position ignores that at the time the opinion was issued, the state Open Meeting Law was silent on whether a public body could allow public comment.
MacLennan also wrote in the response that Wray had been permitted to finish her remarks and concluded them three seconds before her time was up. She also argued that board members are allowed to address criticism and that Greenburg didn’t break the law when he corrected Wray.
Masks, curriculum, 'communism': Scottsdale district, board face continued turmoil
The Arizona Republic reached out to Jann-Michael Greenburg for comment but did not hear back.
Brnovich is asking that a judge issue an order that:
- Prohibits the district from covering any of Greenburg’s legal fees.
- Declares SUSD and Greenburg violated state Open Meeting Law and enters a judgment requiring them to comply with the law.
- Imposes a civil penalty on Greenburg to be paid to the district in the maximum amount allowed under the law.
- Awards all other relief under the Open Meeting Law, including ordering appropriate measures to prevent violations or removing Greenburg from office.
- Awards the Attorney General's Office his attorneys' fees and costs.
Jann-Michael Greenburg's term is up in January. He already has announced he is not running for reelection.
Brnovich, who has served as attorney general since 2015, is running for the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate.
Greenburg, SUSD on the hot seat again
This isn't the first time the Greenburgs or the Scottsdale school district have been the topic of controversy in recent months.
In November, several parents and some of Jann-Michael Greenburg's colleagues on the board called for his resignation after news of his father's files containing information on parents who had been critical of the district came out.
The governing board doesn't have the power to oust Jann-Michael Greenburg from the board, but members did remove him as president of the board.
At the same time, Superintendent Scott Menzel announced a district investigation into the files to see if any district resources were used to create or maintain the files. In February, the district released the findings of the investigation, which concluded no school official used district computers in connection with the drive.
The Scottsdale Police Department also investigated the files and interviewed several parents, including Wray, and concluded that no criminal conduct under its jurisdiction had been committed.
Mark Greenburg, in his lawsuit against Wray, accused her of defaming him and invading his privacy by sharing a copy of his personal Google Drive folder.
Wray, on the other hand, is accusing Mark Greenburg of defamation for collecting information on a bankruptcy for someone with a similar name but who is not her. Her lawsuit argues that Mark Greenburg shared that file with his son and two others and by wrongfully associating the bankruptcy with her could harm her career as a financial adviser.
Reach the reporter at rclo@arizonarepublic.com or at 480-267-4703. Follow her on Twitter @renataclo.
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Police seek man in gas station shooting on Detroit's west side
Detroit — Police are asking the public for help to find a man wanted for wounding another man Monday at a west side gas station.
The shooting happened at about 4 p.m. Monday at a gas station in the 8900 block of Puritan Avenue near Wyoming Avenue, officials said.
According to a preliminary investigation, the shooter and the victim got into an argument inside the gas station. At some point, the man produced a gun and fired shots at the victim, a 41-year-old man, striking him.
Police said the shooter then fled.
Medics took the victim to a hospital where he was treated for a non-life-threatening
injury.
Officials said the shooter was last seen wearing a white T-shirt, ripped blue jeans and Converse sneakers.
Anyone with information about the suspect or the shooting should call the Detroit Police Department’s Twelfth Precinct at (313) 596-1240 or Crime Stoppers of Michigan at 1 (800) SPEAK-UP.
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SULLIVAN COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) announced Wednesday that drivers should expect delays on Boone Dam Road beginning June 27 as crews work to pave the street.
The Sullivan County Highway Department will pave the road located between Highway 75 and Minga Road, according to a release. After the road is paved, it will be striped.
Through the road work, one lane will remain open, but motorists should be aware of crew workers as they direct traffic and pave.
The project will wrap up by June 30, weather permitting. | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/expect-delays-on-boone-dam-road-june-27-30/ | 2022-06-22T15:17:14 | 0 | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/expect-delays-on-boone-dam-road-june-27-30/ |
RANDALIA, Iowa — A northeast Iowa farmer has pleaded not guilty to neglect charges after more than 3,000 feeder hogs died on his property.
Derek David Smith, 41, of Randalia, waived an arraignment and filed a written not guilty plea to one count of livestock neglect on Monday, the Waterloo Cedar Falls Courier reported.
Court records indicate Smith was hired by Valley Farms to care for the hogs. Authorities found more than 3,000 hogs dead at Smith's confinement operation on June 2, according to court records.
The animals died from lack of feed and another 200 hogs had to be euthanized for health reasons, according to the records.
Smith's trial is tentatively set for August in Fayette County District Court in West Union.
The charge is a serious misdemeanor punishable by up to a year in jail and a $2,560 fine.
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ATLANTIC CITY — City Council will consider two ordinances to double fines for littering and one to raise the cost of a jitney ride from $2.25 to $2.50, at its Wednesday night meeting.
Ordinance 27 amends existing city law to increase first littering offense fines from $500 to $1,000; and fines for second offenses and subsequent offenses from $1,000 to $2,000, plus community service. After a third offense punishment could include 90 days in jail for each additional offense.
Councilmen Muhammad Zia and MD Hossain Morshed, who represent the 4th and 5th wards, are sponsors of both anti-littering ordinances.
Both have repeatedly asked the administration to address quality-of-life problems in their wards, such as broken street lighting, poor upkeep of properties, lack of parking for residents, and trash on the streets.
Current fines have not been a deterrent, according to the wording of the ordinance, but it does not say how often tickets have been issued for littering or how much enforcement of existing law has taken place.
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A request for information from a police spokesperson about how often littering tickets have been issued was not immediately answered.
Ordinance 28 addresses fines for creating obstructions on city streets or sidewalks by dumping trash, building materials and other debris. Upon conviction the fine would be any amount up to $2,000 for each offense and/or 90 days in jail.
Council meets at 5 p.m. Wednesday at Council Chambers at City Hall. The meeting can also be viewed remotely by clicking on the link for the meeting on the city calendar. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/atlantic-city-council-set-to-raise-littering-fines-to-2-000/article_893e3722-f230-11ec-8087-7fc65efdc6e4.html | 2022-06-22T15:19:31 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/atlantic-city-council-set-to-raise-littering-fines-to-2-000/article_893e3722-f230-11ec-8087-7fc65efdc6e4.html |
BRIDGETON — The months-long search for a man wanted for attempted murder ended Thursday evening when police ran him down as he tried fleeing.
City resident Joshua Tapia, 22, is believed to have been involved in an April 13 shooting, in the 100 block of Church Street, in which the man suffered a gunshot wound in his torso area. The man was treated at Inspira Medical Center in the city, police said.
Tapia, who had outstanding warrants for the shooting, was located by police around 6 p.m. Thursday on Wood Street exiting his vehicle. He ran from officers when they told him he was under arrest, police said.
Tapia was chased by the officers and taken into custody. During a search, officers found a loaded .38 special revolver, police said.
Tapia is charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault, certain persons not to have weapons, unlawful possession of a weapon, possession of a weapon for unlawful purposes, resisting arrest and obstruction. He was taken to the Cumberland County jail upon his arrest, police said. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/bridgeton-man-wanted-for-attempted-murder-arrested-thursday/article_49f82c4e-f22b-11ec-a411-2b287ea3763e.html | 2022-06-22T15:19:37 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/bridgeton-man-wanted-for-attempted-murder-arrested-thursday/article_49f82c4e-f22b-11ec-a411-2b287ea3763e.html |
MIDDLE TOWNSHIP – Four seniors graduated from Coastal Preparatory High School in Middle Township on Thursday, June 16, said to be the largest graduating class for the school so far.
The school is one of only three high schools in the state designed to educate and support students who are in recovery from substance abuse.
Coastal Prep is a partnership between the Middle Township School District and Cape Assist, the leading prevention and treatment agency in Cape May County.
Thursday’s graduation brings the total number of students who completed the program and graduated to six.
Details of the graduation released by the Middle Township school district withheld the names of the students and their family members, citing privacy concerns.
“Honestly, I never thought I would be here,” one student was quoted as saying.
School officials said other students felt the same.
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“My old school – it just wasn’t a good fit for me. There were just so many kids, and I never got the one-on-one time I needed,” the student was quoted as saying in information released by the district. “It was very much a sink or swim situation there. Here, at Coastal Prep – they helped me learn how to float.”
The school uses space at the Court House Church of Christ.
Opening in March of 2019 thanks to a state grant, Coastal Prep provides students with a safe, non-judgmental environment where they can continue their education and receive recovery support, according to Middle Township school officials. They say the setting makes it easy for students to find a sense of belonging and develop lasting connections with teachers, counselors, and their peers.
“We’re a family,” said Anna Cannella, transition coordinator for Coastal Prep. “I’m so, so proud of these students and excited for them to reach this milestone, but selfishly, I’m heartbroken that I won’t be seeing them every day.”
Serving the state’s eight southernmost counties, some students travel as far as an hour and a half each way to make it to class every day.
“It’s an incredible commitment and a testament to how hard these students work and how much they want this,” said Michael Hickman, the interim director of the school.
“This is a program for kids who want to change their lives,” added Katie Faldetta, the executive director of Cape Assist. “These students are ready to start a new chapter and that means doing something radically different. They are ready for that change.”
“This program has humble beginnings, but it’s been incredible to watch it grow,” said Toni Lehman, assistant superintendent of Middle Township School District. “This is more than a school; it is a home, and this is a family. Each student has a unique story that brought them here and a bright future thanks to all they’ve accomplished here.”
“Honestly, before we were here, graduation didn’t seem like it was going to happen,” said a parent of one of the graduates. “We are so grateful for this program. It gave our son his confidence back – his future back. We are extremely proud of him and so thankful for the wonderful teachers, counselors, and staff. This program has meant so much to our family, we are so thankful he had this option, this experience.” | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/four-graduate-from-recovery-high-school-in-cape/article_c26c91c6-f1b1-11ec-89f6-0f5542ffebec.html | 2022-06-22T15:19:43 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/four-graduate-from-recovery-high-school-in-cape/article_c26c91c6-f1b1-11ec-89f6-0f5542ffebec.html |
Both the Atsion Recreation Area and Batsto Village were expected to reopen Wednesday morning now that a large wildfire surrounding them in the Wharton State Forest is almost fully contained.
Hiking and biking trails, however, will remain off-limits to visitors until further notice. Kayaking and canoeing on the Mullica and Batsto rivers will also be suspended, the Wharton State Forest said on its Facebook page.
Firefighters said Wednesday morning that they managed to keep the fire 95% inside their containment zone, with the fire already burning through about 13,500 acres of the Pine Barrens.
State Fire Warden Greg McLaughlin said Tuesday that investigators suspect the fire was caused by illegal campfire activity.
On Monday, McLaughlin and DEP Commissioner Shawn LaTourette forecasted the fire to burn across about 15,000 acres, making it New Jersey's last wildfire since 2007. The pair also said at lease one campground was evacuated and over a dozen buildings were threatened by the raging blaze.
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WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — Tuesday was the official start of summer, but we have been feeling the heat in Kansas for a few weeks now.
Several air conditioning companies claim summer started early this year. Since then, they have been trying to catch up on calls but not without running into a few hiccups.
“We had a couple of hot weeks in May which is uncharacteristic for this time of year, but it really kicked the ball off and the phones lit up,” said Michael McDowell, general manager of Dan’s Heating and Cooling.
McDowell said his team answers hundreds of calls a week.
“They think, oh well, everything’s fine. That it will be OK. And then we go right back to that blistering Kansas heat. Well, don’t be fooled. Your unit’s not keeping up for a reason,” added McDowell.
Jim Kuhn, service manager at Roth Heating and Air, is also getting a flood of calls.
“A lot of electrical issues, condenser fan motors failing, capacitors failing, and we’ve been seeing a lot of refrigerant issues. Systems low on refrigerant” mentioned Kuhn.
Kuhn said demand for R-22 refrigerant is high, but manufacturers have stopped producing it due to upcoming changes in the Clean Air Act.
“So I expect that we’re going to have some issues getting R-22 a little later in the season,” commented Kuhn.
That’s not all. Suppliers haven’t been able to provide all the necessary products.
“There’s been some equipment issues, and I expect that to continue until the manufacturers are able to keep up with the demand,” continued Kuhn.
Many times calling with bad news.
“Yeah, we thought we’d have a piece of equipment in here, but it got snatched up by somebody else in another location that needed it first and when you called we thought we’d have extra. So then we’re caught scrambling to try and provide an explanation to the customer,” concluded McDowell.
McDowell and Kuhn say the best way to keep your AC running efficiently is to have it serviced every year. Changing the filter regularly and washing the outdoor coils will also help. | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/the-heat-is-on-is-your-a-c/ | 2022-06-22T15:21:56 | 1 | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/the-heat-is-on-is-your-a-c/ |
After another expansion COVID-19 vaccine eligibility, Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) will begin offering doses for infants and young children on Wednesday, June 22.
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) had approved COVID vaccines for children as young as six months old on Saturday, June 18.
Children aged six months to 5 years can receive the Moderna vaccine in two doses spaced four weeks apart. Those aged six months to 4 years can now receive three doses of the Pfizer vaccine: the first two doses are spaced three weeks apart, with a third dose coming at least two months later.
A lower dose of the Pfizer vaccine had previously been approved for those aged 5 and older, and the Moderna vaccine had previously been approved for those 18 and older.
“Trials have shown the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines to be safe and effective in preventing severe illness, hospitalization and death in young children,” according to CCHHS.
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This expansion also means CCHHS will be adding more hours to the vaccination clinic held at its office. The clinic will now be offering free COVID vaccinations and boosters from 12 to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
In addition to the recently-approved vaccines for infants and young children, the clinic will continue to offer COVID vaccinations to older children and adults.
An appointment is required (registration is available online in English and in Spanish).
A full list of vaccination locations in Coconino County can be found at coconino.az.gov/2580/COVID-19-Vaccination-Locations. | https://azdailysun.com/news/local/coconino-county-to-begin-offering-covid-vaccines-for-young-children/article_e98d0968-f173-11ec-84ff-4b6dfa4c9ed8.html | 2022-06-22T15:26:41 | 1 | https://azdailysun.com/news/local/coconino-county-to-begin-offering-covid-vaccines-for-young-children/article_e98d0968-f173-11ec-84ff-4b6dfa4c9ed8.html |
Garnering national recognition once again, Northern Arizona men's basketball assistant coach Tyler Ojanen was named to Silver Waves Media's Most Impactful Mid-Major Assistant Coaches list in early June.
Ojanen, who was recognized by Silver Waves Media for the second time in three years following distinction in 2020, was selected after the global media company consulted with a panel of basketball professionals.
Ojanen, who recently completed his third season on the NAU men's basketball coaching staff, works primarily with the Lumberjacks' post players. In 2021-22, he was instrumental in guiding Carson Towt to a breakout season that concluded with Towt ranking among the NCAA's elite rebounders.
Under Ojanen's guidance, Towt ranked 35th in Division I in rebounds per game (8.8) and 39th in total rebounds (280) with the latter ranking as the sixth-most in a single-season -- and second-most in the last 60 years -- in program history. Towt also ranked 44th in the country with a Big Sky leading 2.9 offensive rebounds per game.
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Towt also led the team with 119 assists and the redshirt freshman posted the second triple-double in program history on Jan. 5 versus Embry-Riddle with 10 points, 14 rebounds and 11 assists.
Ojanen also coached Ezekiel Richards to a successful first season as a Lumberjack after transferring in from Santa Clara. Richards started 19 games at the center position and ranked fourth in the Big Sky with 32 blocks. He twice came up a block shy of tying the NAU single-game school record of six with five rejections versus Washington and Idaho.
Both Towt and Richards, along with Nik Mains who spent time at the 4 spot on the court, return for the Lumberjacks this fall.
Ojanen was one of four Big Sky Conference assistant coaches on Silver Waves Media's Mid-Major list. | https://azdailysun.com/sports/local/nau-roundup-mens-basketball-assistant-tyler-ojanen-earns-national-recognition/article_8e1bf794-f185-11ec-92fa-df04bde6552e.html | 2022-06-22T15:26:47 | 1 | https://azdailysun.com/sports/local/nau-roundup-mens-basketball-assistant-tyler-ojanen-earns-national-recognition/article_8e1bf794-f185-11ec-92fa-df04bde6552e.html |
PHOENIX — On one of the brightest days of the year, a light is shining on mental health awareness for Valley families. The 10th annual “Climb Out of the Darkness” event will be held at Encanto Park in Phoenix on Saturday, at 8:30 a.m.
The walk is free and open to anyone who wants to support people who are battling perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Valley mom Heather Gonzales said this event means a lot to her as she's still working through PTSD after experiencing postpartum psychosis from the birth of her first child.
Gonzales said she started noticing strange symptoms about five days after her first daughter, Shiloh, was born.
“I started to have out of a kind of body delusion, hallucination, in which I was in a coma," Gonzales said.
Gonzales' screams woke her husband from a dead sleep and he flew out of bed to help her.
“I handed him the baby and I started jumping up and down saying I don’t want to die, I don’t want to die," Gonzales said. "Trying to wake myself out of a coma. So he saw that and had no idea what was going on.”
The next morning, the new mom was checked into a hospital, where she would spend several traumatic weeks without her newborn daughter.
“When I was in the hospital, I slept about 20 minutes a night for almost 30 days," Gonzales said. "So now when I can’t sleep I become very anxious and have panic attacks.”
A team of professionals, therapies and medicine helped Gonzales survive and recover from postpartum psychosis.
“It’s kind of hard to look back and describe how I felt because I was so lost in the psychosis," she said. "Every minute and every day was something that wasn’t true.”
Caitlin Skeens is a Postpartum Support International board member in Arizona and a mental health therapist. She said there needs to be more resources for families in the Valley.
“There are so few providers who specialize in treating perinatal mood and anxiety disorders," Skeens said. "Just getting the help is extremely important, but really the right help is extremely essential.”
Skeens said PSI is working hard to train other industry professionals in caring for people with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Postpartum depression is something CDC research shows impacts about one in eight women and men can experience it too.
Saturday, the organization welcomes Gonzales to share her story at “The Climb” walk and fundraiser in Phoenix.
“I will be speaking," Gonzales said. "I get to have both my daughter’s up there to talk about my experience with postpartum psychosis.”
It's story of how she climbed out of her own dark experience, and today is now raising her 6-year-old daughter Shiloh and 9-month-old daughter Vida with her husband.
Skeens said signs of these disorders can show up any time during pregnancy through one year postpartum. They can look like anxiety, OCD or even depression. If you or someone you know needs help, you can go to postpartum support international’s online directory to find specially trained professionals. Personal primary care providers can also offer referrals.
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SAN JOSE, Calif. — A person suspected of two killings in two different cities in less than 12 hours was taken to the hospital Wednesday after barricading themselves in San Jose.
An officer shot the person after an hours-long barricade in San Jose. The person was taken to a local hospital. According to the San Jose Police Department, the person pointed a gun at special operations personnel.
The Modesto Police Department said the person is wanted for two killings Tuesday night, one in San Jose and one in Modesto.
A man was killed in San Jose around 7 p.m. on Tuesday, just hours before the person drove to Modesto, according to Modesto police. A 29-year-old woman was shot and killed near the 500 block of Ramsey Drive around 9:20 p.m. on Tuesday. The person led CHP on a one-hour chase and the person left the vehicle and barricaded themselves in San Jose, according to Modesto Police Department.
The person also shot at officers, according to the San Jose Police Department. . Some residents in the area of the 100 block of Bendorf Dr. were evacuated because the person was shooting during the barricade, according to the San Jose Police Department.
The barricade is near Edenvale Elementary School in the Edenvale neighborhood of Santa Clara County.
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A 55-year-old customer has been arrested for allegedly grabbing the neck of a Long Island movie theater employee in the cinema parking lot -- and gouging the eye of a 16-year-old employee who tried to intervene, Nassau County police said.
Donald Ahlers Jr. allegedly squeezed the woman's neck after the two got into some sort of argument in the parking lot outside Sayville Cinemas on Railroad Avenue in Patchogue Saturday night, police said. Then he allegedly turned his rage on a 16-year-old employee who tried to step in, punching the boy in the face and jabbing his eye.
The woman identified herself in a now-deleted Facebook post as manager of the Sayville theater for the last six or seven years.
"Luckily, one of my staff, a 16-year-old kid, literally saved my life by knocking this man off of me," the woman wrote. "In return, the man threw my staff to the ground and gave him several hard blows to the head and tried jabbing his eyeballs out with his thumbs."
She says he eventually got in his car and drove off.
"There was no remorse," the woman added. "Next time, someone may not be as lucky as me to have someone step in and help."
Ahlers Jr., of East Islip, was arrested Tuesday afternoon on charges including assault, criminal obstruction of breathing and child endangerment. He is expected to be arraigned on Wednesday. Attorney details for him weren't immediately clear.
Sayville Cinemas said in a Facebook message it was grateful for the community help. | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/angry-ny-moviegoer-squeezes-managers-neck-attacks-teen-employee-who-steps-in-cops/3744484/ | 2022-06-22T15:28:38 | 0 | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/angry-ny-moviegoer-squeezes-managers-neck-attacks-teen-employee-who-steps-in-cops/3744484/ |
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — For 50 years, CPRF has been helping people with disabilities find independence and employment.
It includes assisting with job placement, advocacy, employment training, and customized wheelchairs.
“What they get here from these wheelchairs is something that is so, so great for the person whether they’re 5 or whether they’re 55, and they’re able to get around, they’re able to live as normal of a life as they can and be productive in the workplace,” said Russ Meyer, River City Roll board chairman.
The River City Roll Gala, benefitting CPRF, will be Saturday, June 25 at 6:30 p.m. at Mark Arts.
There will be a dinner, a live and silent auction and dueling pianos.
Proceeds will benefit the CPRF Wheelchair and posture seating clinic and equipment fund. | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/50th-anniversary-river-city-roll-gala-raising-funds-for-customized-wheelchairs/ | 2022-06-22T15:32:54 | 0 | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/50th-anniversary-river-city-roll-gala-raising-funds-for-customized-wheelchairs/ |
EL DORADO, Kan. (KSNW) – The El Dorado swimming pool opened just in time for the first day of summer.
The pool was unable to open last month because of grounding issues with the underwater lights. However, the pool was fixed ahead of schedule and reopened on Tuesday.
“We’ve got a lot of people here and a lot of people swimming and enjoying the cool water, so I would say it’s pretty important to our community, and it’s really good that we were able to get it open,” David Dillner, El Dorado city manager, said.
“I like to cool off especially. Yea, it’s really hot now, and I’m ready anytime to come here,” Tyson Gilliland, swimmer, said.
The city slashed admission fees to just $1 for the rest of the summer. | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/el-dorado-pool-reopens-after-grounding-issues-fixed/ | 2022-06-22T15:33:00 | 0 | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/el-dorado-pool-reopens-after-grounding-issues-fixed/ |
Since John and Nancy McKearney got into the baking business 26 years ago, the Tucson couple has found ways to continuously reinvent themselves.
First there was the bakery and cafe, Village Bakehouse, the couple opened in 1996, a year after moving to Tucson from Michigan.
Five years later, after receiving high interest from local restaurants and grocers, the McKearneys decided to sell the business to instead focus on wholesale, creating Bakehouse Bread Company.
By 2014, Bakehouse Bread went statewide, distributing its sweet breads to Fry’s Food and Drug stores throughout Arizona. It would go regional a year later in seven western states with Smith’s Food and Drug.
Today, you can find Bakehouse Bread’s sweet loaves in more than 2,000 stores nationwide.
But the business, with about 55 employees and a facility on Tucson’s west side, is looking to up the ante, as it prepares to pitch its products to one of the biggest players in the retail game: Walmart.
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More than 1,200 businesses applied for Walmart’s Open Call, with just 12 Arizona companies selected. Bakehouse is the only Tucson-area business pitching to Walmart executives on June 29 in Bentonville, Arkansas.
The Open Call process is designed to bring shelf-ready products made, grown or assembled in the U.S. to shoppers across the country, both in-store and online.
And the McKearneys say Bakehouse Bread is ready to take things to the next level, selling about 60,000 loaves weekly, with room for expansion.
The opportunity came up after Nancy McKearney was engaging in market research, something she often does before launching new efforts within the business.
“I was in a Walmart store six to eight months ago and saw that they had upped their bakery game,” she said. “I thought to myself, I could see our product looking mighty fine here.
“Walmart always impresses me. You can see it when you go to the condiments aisle. If you’re a mustard person, they have so much to choose from and I always think, they’re really taking a chance on businesses, and they seem very savvy.”
In addition to pitching their new coffee cake and other popular loaves, including zucchini, banana and cinnamon swirl, Bakehouse Bread Company will get to engage in Open Call seminars discussing finance, supplier diversity, logistics and sustainability.
Each 30-minute pitch is considered on an individual basis and if accepted, could come to fruition in a variety of ways whether that’s with an online presence on walmart.com, or landing on the shelves of a brick-and-mortar store locally, regionally or nationally.
For the McKearneys this is the next logical step.
“We think this is a good move because we’ve been taking baby steps,” John McKearny said. “We were local for quite a long time and then we expanded out in this region and now that we’re nationwide … our sales are fantastic. Our product gets positive results everywhere so this seems like the next logical step, to partner with Walmart, and keep our momentum growing.”
For more information on where to find the sweet breads, visit bakehousebreadcompany.com. | https://tucson.com/news/local/subscriber/this-tucson-bakery-has-caught-the-eye-of-retail-giant-walmart/article_0e811bc4-f183-11ec-a87f-c7a741e4330b.html | 2022-06-22T15:33:37 | 0 | https://tucson.com/news/local/subscriber/this-tucson-bakery-has-caught-the-eye-of-retail-giant-walmart/article_0e811bc4-f183-11ec-a87f-c7a741e4330b.html |
Where and when to see fireworks displays in Monroe County
There will be several chances for people in Monroe County to view fireworks displays and celebrate Independence Day. Bloomington isn't hosting a fireworks display this year, but the city is sponsoring a parade in downtown on July 4.
The 2022 Monroe County Fair kicks off June 24 with a fireworks display at the fairgrounds, 5700 W. Airport Road. Gates will open at 6 p.m. for an evening featuring live entertainment, fair food, vendors and classic cars. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.
Ellettsville's fireworks display is set for July 2 at dusk near the cross-country track and tennis courts at the Richland-Bean Blossom school complex.
Lake Lemon will be the site of a fireworks display at 10 p.m. on July 3 at Riddle Point Park, 7599 N. Tunnel Road. The cost is $20 per vehicle to support the Lake Lemon Conservancy District. There will be food trucks and attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.
Emmanuel Church, 1503 W. That Road, will host Fireworks for Freedom, at 6:30 p.m. July 3. The church is offering grilled hamburgers and hot dogs and attendees are encouraged to bring sides and lawn chairs or blankets. Bounce house, cornhole tournament, volleyball and lawn games also are planned. Free.
Grace Baptist Church, 2320 N. Smith Pike, will have Red, White and BOOM at 6 p.m. July 3. There will be bounce houses, games and hot dogs and chips. Fireworks begin at dusk.
Bloomington will celebrate Independence Day with a parade in downtown starting at 10 a.m. July 4. The Bloomington Community Band will play on the Courthouse Square starting at 9 a.m. | https://www.heraldtimesonline.com/story/news/local/2022/06/22/fireworks-displays-monroe-county-july-4-independence-day/7658675001/ | 2022-06-22T15:35:33 | 1 | https://www.heraldtimesonline.com/story/news/local/2022/06/22/fireworks-displays-monroe-county-july-4-independence-day/7658675001/ |
While Mental Health Awareness Month is recognized nationally each year in May, it is a medical issue that is present and prevalent in our population every moment, every day of the year.
I was inspired and driven to author this article about mental health issues as they were the subject of essays submitted by students seeking a scholarship award from The Clay Davison Legacy Scholarship Fund; a fund established with the Kenosha Community Foundation that awards scholarships to students pursuing a degree in a mental health related field of study.
Here’s the backstory of this fund: Its namesake, Clay Davison, was a talented Kenosha teenager; an accomplished athlete who enjoyed football, baseball, boxing, and weightlifting. He was comedic; dinnertime was referred to as the “Clay Show.” Clay was popular; a friend, advisor, and confidant. From an outsider’s point of view, Clay had it all. Yet, at the age of 14, Clay started experiencing depression issues. Despite the efforts of his family and loved ones encouraging him to seek help, Clay’s decisions took him down a dark path that resulted in him taking his life on June 21, 2014.
Clay’s mother, Felicia Labatore, stated, “Clay made thousands of great decisions throughout his life, and I will never let this one decision define who he was.” Felicia made a promise to do everything in her power to bring awareness to mental health issues. She further stated, “I want every person; you, me, son, daughter or loved one, to be healthy, happy and truly live their life without fear of being labeled.”
And thus, the inspiration to create a legacy in Clay’s memory took hold. It seems apropos, since Clay was considered a comedian, that his family and loved ones organized a comedy show. The fundraiser provided the seed money that established the Clay Davison Legacy Scholarship fund with the Kenosha Community Foundation.
Each scholarship applicant responds to this question: “How have you or your family been affected by mental health issues or crises?” The essays were compelling. They read like the narrative in a novel, yet these stories are real, not fiction. Due to the sensitive nature of their essay content, one will note attribution, and another will not. Tristin Jantz, a Westosha Central graduate and scholarship award recipient, wrote about her odyssey through finding treatment, exacerbated by insurance/payment issues and delays in finding a provider due to the increased demand for mental healthcare treatment because of the covid-19 pandemic. With treatment delayed, Tristin found therapy through tennis. It renewed her flagging energy. Additionally, she focused her energy on organizing a Walk for Autism Awareness fundraiser. These activities sustained her until she was able to see her physician. Tristin states that “….I understand. These two simple words upended my entire mentality towards my mental health……I was convinced that no one could possibly understand what was happening in my head; I felt like no words could be used to describe my anguish- but the doctor understood…. Months ago, I sat hunched over in a chair in the doctor’s office from embarrassment. Now, I eagerly await the time when I can show others that they are truly seen. Just having one person to say “I understand” gives hope. In the near future, I will return the honor of giving it to others.”
Another applicant wrote, “This is a difficult essay for me to write and I feel I have a connection to Clay and his story. I too had the label of being funny, smart and an overall good life. Everybody thought I had everything I needed and there was nothing for me to be depressed about….. Everything I have been through has made me look at the world through a different lens.”
I’ll conclude with a student scholarship applicant’s insightful essay quote (wisdom well beyond a teenager), “People may appear to be happy on the outside, but nobody knows the mental struggles that may be going on inside. The way you treat someone may give someone hope and the encouragement to hang on to just one more day. It is important to walk gently in the lives of others. Not all wounds are visible.”
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ORLANDO, Fla. – Burglars broke into a home in the Bay Hill area of Orange County and stole tens of thousands of dollars in valuables over the weekend, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office said.
The suspects also provided deputies with the clearest images of themselves you may ever see from surveillance footage.
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The burglary was reported on Monday, but the resident believes the burglary happened between Friday and Sunday while they were on vacation.
The sheriff’s office posted video from surveillance cameras at the home. In the video, you can see the two light-skinned men looking directly into the cameras, which even in the dark appear to be remarkably clear.
Help ID: These guys probably didn't know they were looking right into the camera when they broke into this Bay Hill area home and took tens of thousands of dollars in valuables. If you have information about their identities, call @CrimelineFL at 1-800-423-8477. pic.twitter.com/No20viDzZx
— Orange County Sheriff's Office (@OrangeCoSheriff) June 22, 2022
One of the men has dark, curly hair and facial hair. The other is clean-shaven with dark hair. Both men, aged mid-20s to early 30s, are seen wearing dark coats with hoods outside. One of them was also wearing a light-colored hoodie with a New York Yankees logo and light-colored pants underneath the dark coat.
Anyone who can help identify the two suspects was asked to call Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS (8477). | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/22/burglars-look-directly-into-cameras-as-they-break-into-bay-hill-area-home-deputies-say/ | 2022-06-22T15:38:41 | 0 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/22/burglars-look-directly-into-cameras-as-they-break-into-bay-hill-area-home-deputies-say/ |
COCOA, Fla. – The Cocoa Police Department announced Wednesday its officers had begun searching for a missing teen believed to be in Orange County.
A’querya Collins, 17, is considered endangered “due to her state of mind,” police said. According to a tweet, the department believes Collins is in the Waterford Lakes area.
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Police said Collins currently has blonde hair, as seen in the photo at the top of this story.
Anyone who sees Collins was asked to send a text or email to the address dropadime@cocoapolice.com.
No other information was shared at the time of this report.
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— CocoaPolice (@cocoapolice) June 22, 2022
A'QUERYA COLLINS is 17 and is missing. She is considered endangered due to her state of mind. She is believed to be in the Waterford Lakes area. She has blonde hair as seen here. If you have seen her, please text or email us at dropadime@cocoapolice.com. pic.twitter.com/pRvM75loGO | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/22/cocoa-police-search-for-missing-endangered-17-year-old-girl-who-may-be-in-orange-county/ | 2022-06-22T15:38:48 | 0 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/22/cocoa-police-search-for-missing-endangered-17-year-old-girl-who-may-be-in-orange-county/ |
ORLANDO, Fla. – You won’t see any alligators or windmills at this new mini golf venue in Orlando.
PopStroke opened its newest location in Waterford Lakes, offering two different 18-hold putting courses. Golf pro Tiger Woods is a part of the concept.
“Tiger is a partner in the business and Tiger and his design company TGR designs designs each course on each property so they’re all unique,” Director of Operations Tim Glita said.
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The courses are built entirely of synthetic turf with fairways, bunkers and rough incorporated throughout just like a traditional golf course. But you won’t need a golf cart to get around or a tee time reservation.
The Tiger Black course is a bit easier, geared more towards children and families.
“That course is also ADA accessible, so anyone with a stroller or wheelchair can easily come out and have a great time putting with us,” Glita said.
For more experienced mini golfers, the Tiger Red Course is more challenging.
PopStroke has a companion app where you can order food, drinks and keep score while on the course. Top scores are displayed on the jumbotron.
To keep cool there are misting stations along the course. Popstroke also has a full service bars, a restaurant and ice cream parlor. Families can also continue the competition off the course, with games including foosball and corn hole on site as well as a covered playground. | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/22/tiger-woods-team-behind-new-popstroke-mini-golf-venue-in-orlando/ | 2022-06-22T15:38:54 | 0 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/22/tiger-woods-team-behind-new-popstroke-mini-golf-venue-in-orlando/ |
MINNEAPOLIS — On Wednesday, June 22, family, friends and the community are invited to join a celebration of life for Marion Barber III in Minneapolis.
Barber III, who played football for Wayzata High School and the University of Minnesota before being drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in 2005, died earlier this month at the age of 38.
"So many have reached out, and we are humbly overwhelmed with support from friends, family, coaches, teammates, and even those we are meeting for the first time, telling stories about MBIII," his family wrote in a statement. "We are comforted knowing how many lives he touched and how loved he was during his time here."
The celebration of life will begin at 12 p.m. at Huntington Bank Stadium, located at 420 23rd Ave. SE in Minneapolis.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Marion S. Barber III Scholarship fund at the University of Minnesota College of Education and Human Development. According to family, the fund will provide scholarships for undergraduates with financial need and will give preference to students "who support the University’s mission of creating a diverse and inclusive student body, including those with underrepresented identities or who have overcome obstacles and challenges to achieve their educational goals."
Donations can be made online or by mailing a check to the UM Foundation, PO Box 860266, Minneapolis, MN 55486-0266.
Barber grew up in Plymouth and was a standout running back and defensive back for Wayzata High School, culminating in a trip to the Class AAAAA state tournament in 2000. He went on to star for the Gophers, amassing 3,276 rushing yards and 35 touchdowns. He's currently fifth in school history in career rushing yards.
After playing with the Cowboys for six seasons, Barber ended his career in Chicago and retired in 2011. According to reports from the Associated Press, Barber had issues with mental health after his NFL career ended.
"Marion was one of the best to ever play at Minnesota, and he is a big reason why many people are Gopher fans today," Gopher head coach P.J. Fleck said in a statement following Barber's death. "The Barber family is synonymous with Gopher football and we are absolutely heartbroken for Marion Jr., Karen, Dom, Thomas and the entire family. We will do everything we can to support the family during this difficult and tragic time."
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From Ukraine to Maryland's Eastern Shore, this SU professor observes elections up close
When Ukrainians went to the polls in 2019 and elected President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, a Maryland election judge was there to observe the democratic process play out.
Todd Becker has observed foreign elections for decades with the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), giving him a unique perspective on the state of elections now under fire for everything from unfounded claims of fraud to pandemic-related changes.
The election administration in his Maryland district on the Eastern Shore has been “extremely well carried out,” especially in the context of the European elections he’s seen.
“I can compare this with my overseas experience in both very democratic states and very undemocratic states,” said Becker, an adjunct professor of political science at Salisbury University, who has worked as a Wicomico County election judge since 2014.
He calls the process in Germany “the best I’ve seen anywhere,” noting the country’s automatic voter registration system, their use of paper ballots, and the counting conducted by computer.
“Maryland has a fairly similar system,” said Becker, adding that the only difference is the German voter registration system is more advanced in keeping the computer records.
The former State Department official observed Germany’s 1990 election after the fall of the Berlin Wall and monitored the process again in the early 2000s when Angela Merkel was elected Germany’s chancellor.
Becker’s primary election experience over the past decade, though, has been closer to Berlin, Maryland than Berlin, Germany. He said what he’s seen locally serving as the chief election judge in Wicomico County’s Eden are solid procedures implemented by experienced election workers.
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Election workers are trained, procedures are well explained, and the equipment is delivered on time, Becker said. “We can lay out the election polling place in under an hour.”
“In Maryland, we always have workers on site, we always have two or three people, we always have representatives of both political parties so that there’s a check and balance,” he said. “That’s not the case in Belarus.”
As part of his work with OSCE, Becker said he witnessed ballot stuffing in the Eastern European country, which shares borders with both Russia and Ukraine. Additional votes were added to transparent ballot boxes, probably during the lunch hour, said Becker, the OSCE-trained election observer. Belarus has only had one president in its nearly 28-year history.
“There were opportunities for government officials to manipulate the ballot (in Belarus),” the Salisbury professor said. “Not the case anymore in Ukraine […] not the case in First District of Maryland, where I’ve worked.”
From Ukraine to Wicomico County
Becker observed both the first and second rounds in the 2019 election of Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who is now fighting to repel a Russian invasion.
Prior to Ukrainian independence from Russia in 1991, Becker said the country did not have experience for free elections, and it takes time for poll workers to learn.
Before the 2019 election of Zelenskyy, he observed elections in the Ukrainian port city of Odesa earlier in the decade. The latest election was an improvement from what he’d seen previously.
“I could see a steady progression,” said Becker, “where the poll workers were better, the records were better, accounting techniques were better.”
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He noticed only one or two weak spots in Ukraine’s elections, where the transfer of ballots from local precincts to regional precincts is not as well controlled as it is in the United States.
The last election he worked was not overseas, however. It was in Wicomico County in 2020.
“The election officials in this district where I work, Wicomico County, are hardworking, dedicated, efficient, and effective,” he said.
Wicomico County’s Election Director Dionne Church said the work of election judges is essential, and applications for judges are accepted year-round. | https://www.delmarvanow.com/story/news/local/maryland/2022/06/22/salisbury-university-professor-observes-elections-home-and-abroad/7628962001/ | 2022-06-22T15:41:32 | 1 | https://www.delmarvanow.com/story/news/local/maryland/2022/06/22/salisbury-university-professor-observes-elections-home-and-abroad/7628962001/ |
NAPLES, Fla. – Myra Janco Daniels the founder and longtime CEO of the Naples Philharmonic (now Artis-Naples) died Wednesday at age 96, her assistant confirmed.
Daniels is best known for founding the music, theater, dance, opera and art center in 1989 that has since been renamed to Artis-Naples, according to a press release from a representative for Daniels.
She also founded the Naples Museum of Art, now called the Baker Museum, on the same campus in 2000.
Daniels, originally from Gary, Indiana, worked as an advertising executive in Chicago for years before coming out of retirement in the 1980s and starting a small music ensemble in Collier County that would become the start of the Naples Philharmonic orchestra.
According to her biography, Daniels would go on to open the venue with then-First Lady Barbara Bush attending the opening night in 1989.
Daniels retired as CEO of the Philharmonic Center in 2011 after building the venue into a $100 million corporation. A street near the now Artis-Naples was renamed Myra Janco Daniels Boulevard shortly after her retirement.
Daniels continued supporting various charities and artistic ventures in Southwest Florida after her retirement including the building where WGCU TV stands at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) named the Myra Janco Daniels Public Media Center.
Daniels passed away just three days before her 97th birthday. A memorial and celebration of life will be held for Daniels at a later date. | https://nbc-2.com/news/local/2022/06/22/myra-janco-daniels-founder-of-the-naples-philharmonic-center-for-the-arts-dies-at-96/ | 2022-06-22T15:44:00 | 1 | https://nbc-2.com/news/local/2022/06/22/myra-janco-daniels-founder-of-the-naples-philharmonic-center-for-the-arts-dies-at-96/ |
'We are trying to help people': Phoenix gas station owners slash prices to help drivers
The owners of C K Food Mart, a gas station on the corner of 20th Street and Osborn Road in Phoenix, have decided to help Arizona residents in a big way — by lowering gas prices to $4.99 a gallon.
Other gas stations in the Valley have almost reached a $6 per gallon price tag, but owners Jaswinder Singh and Ramandeep Kaur say that cutting roughly 70 cents per the price of a gallon from the county average is their way of helping their community.
"Gas is too expensive. We are trying to help people," Singh said.
They made the decision four months ago. Cars now pile up at the gas station and people are in line with cash in hand ready to get their gas.
They only accept debit payments and cash at their pumps for people to get the reduced gas price. "We used to take credit but we got a lot of chargebacks," Singh said.
And while slashing the prices means losing money, Singh said that the blessings they receive from people are "more important than money. Money we can make later. Right now we know that the situation is pretty tight and people need to save money," Singh said.
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Arizona native Patricia Vaughn has always gotten her gas at C K Food Mart, but what Kaur and Singh are doing has given her a reason to always come back. "I came here today to fill up my van and take it back I thought I would spend $80 or $90, but I only spent $55," Vaughn said.
Another Arizona resident, Santiago Reyes, has decided to get his gas from there to save money. "I heard about it and shot down here. Couldn't believe it but it's true," he said.
Kaur said people from out of state are also going out of their way to make a stop at their gas station and fill up. "They want to see if we are doing this and they take pictures with us, and send thank you cards," Kaur said.
Throughout this gas price surge, C K Food Mart has kept their gas prices at no higher than $5.19 per gallon, Singh said.
According to the American Automobile Association, Arizona has an average price of $5.37 a gallon as of June 21, 2022, while the national average sits at $4.97.
However, Maricopa County is the most expensive in Arizona, with an average of $5.67. In the Phoenix-Mesa region, the average is priced at $5.65 per gallon.
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GREENSBORO — New, walk-through scanners meant to detect and deter hidden guns are up and running at Smith and High Point Central high schools.
Students going to summer school at Smith walked through for the first time Tuesday morning.
Akeyvion Millner, a rising junior, said he was surprised to discover the scanner when he came to school on Tuesday, but is happy the district is trying it.
"It's about time they put scanners in," he said, referencing stories he's seen on the national news about students who committed shootings with guns they brought to school.
Millner said the scanner didn't appear to be creating any additional line for students, beyond the wait they already have to scan their student IDs when they come in the building.
For now, this is a trial run. Guilford County Schools is borrowing these Evolv Express touchless body scanners before deciding whether to buy them for its traditional high schools across the district. Leaders expect that could cost between $750,000 and $1 million, with the money to come from the district's federal COVID-19 dollars.
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Leaders are watching how the scanners work with students at summer school at the two schools. They are also holding two open houses, where community members, students and staff will have an opportunity to see the scanners and give feedback.
Those will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. today at Smith and from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday at High Point Central.
"Really we want the community to come out and tell us what they think, tell us how they feel about it and a lot of our opinion will be based on that," said Mike Richey, the district's executive director of emergency management. "If the community is supportive of it, then we will probably go forward. If we do go forward, we would love to go forward fairly quickly, for the simple reason that any change goes much more smoothly when we put it in place before the school year comes."
Contact Jessie Pounds at 336-373-7002 and follow @JessiePounds on Twitter. | https://greensboro.com/news/local/education/watch-now-new-body-scanners-demonstrated-ahead-of-community-open-houses-at-2-guilford-high/article_d799eb2c-f1aa-11ec-880c-9f6629a0d14e.html | 2022-06-22T15:48:22 | 1 | https://greensboro.com/news/local/education/watch-now-new-body-scanners-demonstrated-ahead-of-community-open-houses-at-2-guilford-high/article_d799eb2c-f1aa-11ec-880c-9f6629a0d14e.html |
Average daily flows
Snake River at Heise9,711 cfs
Snake River at Blackfoot2,971 cfs
Snake River at American Falls10,478 cfs
Snake River at Milner0 cfs
Little Wood River near Carey215 cfs
Jackson Lake is 46% full.
Palisades Reservoir is 72% full.
American Falls Reservoir is 60% full.
Upper Snake River system is at 63% of capacity.
As of June 21. | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/average-daily-streamflows/article_165a44a6-f179-11ec-ba7f-0b590aed47bb.html | 2022-06-22T15:51:19 | 1 | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/average-daily-streamflows/article_165a44a6-f179-11ec-ba7f-0b590aed47bb.html |
BURLEY — A Burley woman was charged with felony assault with intent to murder after her sleeping husband woke up and found her standing over him with a knife.
Irene Diaz Gomez, 26, was also charged with felony aggravated assault after the incident on June 14.
Cassia County Sheriff officers responded to a southeast Burley address and found a man who did not speak English. A neighbor was initially used to translate until a bilingual officer arrived.
The man said he was sleeping when Diaz-Gomez returned home “extremely intoxicated,” according to court records.
He said he saw his wife standing above him wielding a knife and she said “I am going to kill you.”
The man told police he grabbed the knife from her and threw it into the garbage outside.
Diaz-Gomez left the residence on foot.
Diaz-Gomez called 911 while the officer was searching for her and the sheriff’s office 911 mapping system showed she was about a block away.
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When the officer arrived back at the residence Diaz-Gomez was in the apartment standing by her husband.
She did not want to speak with the officer about what had happened.
The officer retrieved the knife from the garbage.
A preliminary hearing in the case is set at 9 a.m. in Cassia County Magistrate Court on Friday. | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/police-burley-woman-stood-over-sleeping-husband-with-knife/article_4c6a7db6-f234-11ec-9706-6b0ccc4d9ae6.html | 2022-06-22T15:51:26 | 1 | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/police-burley-woman-stood-over-sleeping-husband-with-knife/article_4c6a7db6-f234-11ec-9706-6b0ccc4d9ae6.html |
TWIN FALLS — The College of Southern Idaho announced Tuesday that Michelle Schutt, president of Learner and Community Services, will be leaving the college in early July.
Schutt, who has been at CSI since 2015, is leaving to take over as president of Greenfield Community College in Greenfield, Massachusetts.
CSI President L. Dean Fisher recognized Schutt’s contributions to the college.
“On behalf of CSI, I want to thank Michelle for her work over the past seven years to advocate for and support our students,” Fisher said. “I wish her the best of luck in her new position. I am confident that her student-focused advocacy will benefit her new institution.”
During her time at CSI, Schutt has overseen a broad range of student services including academic advising, student admissions and orientation, student affairs, campus housing, and campus safety, among others. She was instrumental in the creation of Gilbert’s Pantry, which provides CSI students with access to food and to other basic supplies. Schutt led the efforts to partner with the Idaho Food Bank to augment the resources available to Gilbert’s Pantry in an effort to serve increased numbers of students experiencing food insecurity. She also helped to oversee the recent remodel of Eagle Hall, the college’s main dormitory building and has been part of a core team working on the CSI’s Hispanic Serving Institution efforts.
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“Dr. Schutt has been a strong source of expertise for the College in critical areas such as Title IX, CSI Provost Dr. Todd Schwarz said. “She was solely responsible for the development and deployment of our Campus Assessment Resource Education (CARE) Team which has worked tirelessly in the background for years to ensure that campus concerns for students were consistently and fully addressed.”
“I’m proud of what we have accomplished at CSI during my time here,” Schutt said. “I appreciate the opportunities that have been afforded to me and I want to thank all of the wonderful people I have gotten to know and to work with at the college and across the Magic Valley. At the same time, I am very excited to begin this new leadership adventure at Greenfield Community College.”
Schutt’s departure leaves a hole in the CSI leadership structure and plans for filling that void will be announced in the coming weeks. For more information about Dr. Schutt’s appointment at Greenfield Community College, please visit www.gcc.mass.edu. | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/csis-schutt-steps-down-accepts-job-in-massachusetts/article_88235788-f1a8-11ec-b8fd-8bd830a02368.html | 2022-06-22T15:51:32 | 0 | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/csis-schutt-steps-down-accepts-job-in-massachusetts/article_88235788-f1a8-11ec-b8fd-8bd830a02368.html |
The House committee investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection has proved that former President Donald Trump willfully disregarded credible evidence that he had lost the 2020 election to President Joe Biden.
This evidence came from his attorney general, Bill Barr.
It came from his campaign manager, Bill Stepien.
It came from his daughter, Ivanka Trump.
The former president chose to pursue the “big lie” that the election had been stolen, pressure election officials in battleground states to change the outcome, intimidate Vice President Mike Pence to refuse to certify the results, raise $250 million in contributions and unleash a mob’s deadly violence upon the Capitol for the first time since 1814.
So a Hobson’s choice now confronts we the people.
Does the current administration bring a criminal indictment against its predecessor? That’s something you’d expect to see in Brazil or Italy but not the country we live in.
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Or does the U.S. concede that the former president is above the law with all that portends?
Where we are in 2022 can be traced to a pair of decisions your elected representatives and senators made a year earlier.
First was impeaching Trump for his role in the insurrection.
Ten House Republicans, including Washington’s Jaime Herrera Beutler and Dan Newhouse as well as Wyoming’s Liz Cheney and Illinois’ Adam Kinzinger, joined all 222 House Democrats in supporting impeachment.
Unfortunately, none of the people serving you — Washington’s Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Idaho’s Russ Fulcher and Mike Simpson — were so inclined.
That afforded the Senate an opportunity to settle the matter even if it came nearly a month after Trump’s term ended. Assuming two-thirds of the Senate voted to convict, a simple majority next could have voted to ban Trump from ever again holding federal office.
Doing so would have liberated the nation from Trump’s toxicity. Fewer people would give him money. And without his status as the GOP’s presumed frontrunner for the 2024 nomination, Trump would not be the overwhelming factor he has become in the midterm Republican primary elections.
Such a political verdict may well have rendered the need for a judicial verdict unnecessary.
Seven Senate Republicans — including Alaska’s Lisa Murkowski, Maine’s Susan Collins, Nebraska’s Ben Sasse and Utah’s Mitt Romney — voted to convict. Because a majority of Republicans, including Idaho’s Mike Crapo and Jim Risch refused, Trump retains the venom he has used to intimidate his party ever since.
The next opportunity to avoid this dire situation came when the House voted to create a bipartisan commission similar to the tribunal that investigated the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Simpson was among 35 House Republicans who joined 217 House Democrats to establish that commission.
Among those who voted no were McMorris Rodgers and Fulcher.
Unlike the House panel now underway, the commission had the best chance of rising above partisan rancor. It would have had the resources, credibility and time to pursue the facts, where ever they lead.
A handful of Senate Republicans — again including Murkowski, Collins, Sasse and Romney — voted yes. But too many, including Crapo, stood in the way. Risch was not present, but also would have voted no.
All of which has resulted in the House panel with all its limitations — including a membership consisting of Democrats and Republicans Cheney and Kinzinger, who the GOP has disowned. With the midterm elections expected to hand over majority control to the GOP, the panel is under pressure to wrap up by the year’s end.
What would you call this behavior other than abdication of duty?
For this behavior to continue in the face of Trump’s culpability would be unconscionable.
These five Republicans — McMorris Rodgers, Fulcher, Simpson, Crapo and Risch — were sent to Washington, D.C., to lead, not follow, their constituents.
They should return home and begin painstakingly to break the hypnotic spell Fox News and social media have cast over so many people within their political base.
And when the time comes, as it will, they need to stand behind the Department of Justice as it finally brings Trump to account.
Here’s a final opportunity to redeem themselves and avoid Cheney’s prophesy: “There will come a day when Donald Trump is gone, but your dishonor will remain.” | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/idaho-view-the-hobson-s-choice-that-now-confronts-us/article_69d69dac-f19f-11ec-9d52-d7f870a75dfd.html | 2022-06-22T15:51:38 | 0 | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/idaho-view-the-hobson-s-choice-that-now-confronts-us/article_69d69dac-f19f-11ec-9d52-d7f870a75dfd.html |
The Downtown Market on Main has officially started, making it the perfect way to kick off summer.
The market which began Saturday, will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through August 27 on Main Avenue in downtown Twin Falls.
This marks the second year of the Market on Main, which is currently facilitated by multiple local small business owners.
“It’s a market not just for farmers, but for makers and small businesses,” Khristin Quigley, Unique Twist Jewelry owner, said. “There are a lot of them who don’t have a brick and mortar and who deserve attention.”
There are a variety of different vendors who will participate this year, including, pottery artists, oil painters, boutiques, and farmers.
According to Quigley, they have doubled in size since last year’s market.
“Last year we had 25-30 (vendors) each week,” Quigley said. “There are about 55 this year.”
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What makes the market more interesting is that vendors change each week, allowing people to be surprised with new booths to explore.
Quigley said it makes a great place for these vendors to participate because the market doesn’t take any commission. They just require vendors to pay a fee for each time they book a spot, in which the facilitators take that money and put it back into the market.
Vendors can also pick and choose which weeks they want to participate in or choose to be a part of each one.
“It supports our downtown,” Quigley said. “It’s important to make our downtown thrive.” | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/kick-off-your-summer-with-the-market-on-main/article_c30a17d2-edc6-11ec-97b4-3f39e043064b.html | 2022-06-22T15:51:41 | 0 | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/kick-off-your-summer-with-the-market-on-main/article_c30a17d2-edc6-11ec-97b4-3f39e043064b.html |
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — PA Pride Fruited Sour, the latest collaborative effort from Breweries in PA, will hit the shelves on Friday, the brewery collective announced this week.
The sixth release from Breweries in PA, the new fruited sour brew will showcase the variety of flavors found throughout Pennsylvania agriculture, using locally grown ingredients with fruit additions to give the beer its full-bodied flavor, Breweries in PA said in a press release.
"Locally made grain and malt from Deer Creek Malthouse (West Chester) and Southern Aroma hops from King of Prussia-based Zuckerman Honickman are featured as some of the key ingredients that bring this beer to life," Breweries in PA said in its announcement. "Peach and Pear were used to highlight the robust fruit flavor."
Clocking in at a robust 5.7% alcohol by volume, PA Pride Fruited Sour will be packaged and released in 16-ounce cans by more than 20 breweries in Pennsylvania, including:
- Artifice Ales and Mead, Manheim (Lancaster County)
- Big Bottom Brewery (Dillsburg, York County)
- Gearhouse Brewing Company (Chambersburg, Franklin County)
- Shy Bear Brewing (Lewistown, Mifflin County)
In addition to the packaged cans, several of the breweries carrying this beer will also have it available on draft, Breweries in PA said.
As with all the previous releases, the label for this beer features artwork that encapsulates the Pennsylvania agriculture landscape.
In addition to some of the locally made ingredients being used to produce this beer, Pennsylvania’s own “Philly Sour Yeast” will be utilized as well, Breweries in PA said. Philly Sour Yeast is a special yeast that was isolated in West Philadelphia by a research team from University Of The Sciences led by Dr. Mathew J. Farber.
As the University describes, this yeast “yields beers with bright lactic acidity balanced by a slight sweetness and mouthfeel from glycerol produced during fermentation.”
"For PA Pride Fruited Sour, small additions of pale wheat malt and rolled oats were added for body and mouthfeel," Breweries in PA said. "On this canvas, the tartness and stone fruit notes created by the Philly Sour yeast blend with refreshingly juicy peach and pear puree.
"Southern Aroma hops add the subtlest hint of a floral earthiness to the beer’s aroma. The flavors of PA Pride Fruited Sour hearken to classics of summer like sour-sweet peach ring gummies and the elegant sparkling Bellini and will deliver maximum summer refreshment in a can."
This fruited sour beer is already the second PA Pride beer to release this year, the brewery collective said. In addition to these releases, a Multi-Grain Saison and Amber Lager are planned to release to the public throughout the remainder of the year.
Follow BreweriesInPA.com/PAPride for all current and future release details, including a map of all breweries which will have these beers available for sale. | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/juniata-county/pa-pride-fruited-sour-beer-rollout-breweries-in-pa/521-e5223675-1c01-4dca-bcc4-da328e25cd14 | 2022-06-22T16:05:21 | 0 | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/juniata-county/pa-pride-fruited-sour-beer-rollout-breweries-in-pa/521-e5223675-1c01-4dca-bcc4-da328e25cd14 |
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Editors note: The attached video is from June 15.
The Pennsylvania Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP) will have permits on sale to encourage antlerless harvests.
These permits will allow the Department of Conservation and National Resources (DCNR) and private landowners to more effectively manage white-tailed deer populations as well as curb damage to forests and crops.
The DCNR is offering hunters 30,024 permits in 104 units, totaling more than 1.3 million acres.
"Habitat conditions guide all of DCNR's DMAP applications," said DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn. "DMAP permits remain an important tool upon which state forest and park managers rely heavily for continued sustainability of state plants and forests."
Hunters can obtain permits directly from license issuing agents or the Pennsylvania Game Commission website.
DCNR's goals for DMAP are as follows:
- Promote a diverse, healthy natural habitat that supports wildlife diversity and healthy deer populations;
- Provide additional hunting opportunities;
- Establish and maintain regeneration to support sustainable forestry practices with minimal need for deer fencing; and
- Promote a healthy, sustainable forest and native, wild plant communities.
Twenty-six state parks will also be participating in the program this year.
Applicants for DMAP permits can find DCNR tract locations and maps, availability numbers, past hunter success rates, and other information on this interactive map. | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/permits-deer-management-assistance-program-pennsylvania/521-6c252fa8-fdc4-41d7-ba6c-5d60474480ce | 2022-06-22T16:05:27 | 1 | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/permits-deer-management-assistance-program-pennsylvania/521-6c252fa8-fdc4-41d7-ba6c-5d60474480ce |
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — Note: The video is from May 19.
After an uptick in the number of bear sightings in the area over the last few months, including recent sightings in East Manchester and Windsor townships, York County Regional Police on Wednesday provided tips for residents on what to do if a bear shows up in their neighborhood.
Juvenile bears are often spotted this time of year, as mating season runs in June and July and many sows begin to chase off their previous litters of cubs.
"These juvenile bears (between 1.5 and 2 years old) are curious and are trying to find their own range to make their home territory," the police department said in a press release. "Bears typically travel quite a distance and (sightings) in this area (last) a short period of time…..UNLESS, they find food."
And that's where residents come in, the police department said.
"It is important to minimize the opportunities for the bears to find food at your homes or properties," police said. "Bears will be attracted to the scent of food scraps left in garbage cans outside, bird feeders, pet food left outside, gardens, and food grease on outdoor grills."
Bears generally avoid humans and will run off when they see or smell humans, according to police. But people should not underestimate a bear’s size, speed or strength. Bears are fast for their size, and even a young bear's claws are sharp enough to injure a human.
Bears are wild animals, and should not be approached, according to police.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission provides several suggestions or warnings for people to use in case of encountering a black bear:
- Alert the Bear – make noise so the bear can hear you, see you and or smell your human scent. Do not surprise a bear as they can be unpredictable at that time.
- Get Back – slowly walk away while facing the bear so you know where the bear is. Do not run!
- Stay Calm – While walking away do not make sudden movements. Attempt to get space between yourself and the bear and to a place of safety: residence, vehicle or other obstacle to be placed between yourself and the bear.
- Pay Attention – Bears may stand up in order to use their senses to determine what you are. Do not view this as a sign of aggression. Continue to walk away while facing the bear and make noise.
- Fight back – Black bear attacks are extremely rare. If a black bear attacks, you should fight back by using anything available to you to strike at the bear. | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/york-county/bear-activity-sightings-increase-in-york-county/521-3996a32e-ce2c-404e-9530-57a82607aef6 | 2022-06-22T16:05:34 | 0 | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/york-county/bear-activity-sightings-increase-in-york-county/521-3996a32e-ce2c-404e-9530-57a82607aef6 |
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – The Kanawha-Charleston Health Department has placed its first order for Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines for children under the age of 5 years old.
According to Dr. Steven Eshenaur, Health Officer and Executive Director at KCHD, health officials anticipate the doses will arrive within the next week.
According to the KCHD, the Pfizer vaccine that is available for children between 6-months and 4-years of age and is given in a series of three shots. Health officials say the first two doses are administered three weeks apart, and the third dose is administered eight weeks after the second dose.
The KCHD says Moderna’s vaccine that is available for children between the ages of 6-months and 4-years of age is given in two doses that are administered four weeks apart.
“We are in the process of training additional staff to give the shots so that we are ready to begin serving the public as soon as the vaccines arrive,” said Dr. Steven Eshenaur, Health Officer and Executive Director at KCHD. “As soon as the vaccines are here—which is anticipated within the next week—we will make another announcement as to their availability.”
For more information on vaccines, COVID-19 testing or any other public health service, visit the KCHD’s website or call 304-348-8080. | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/kchd-to-receive-shipment-of-covid-19-vaccines-for-kids-under-5/ | 2022-06-22T16:07:35 | 1 | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/kchd-to-receive-shipment-of-covid-19-vaccines-for-kids-under-5/ |
HOUSTON — A simple car ride can have deadly consequences if you forget about what's in the backseat.
An average of nearly 40 children a year die nationwide in hot cars. This is why automakers are promising all new vehicles will have rear seat safety alarms by 2025.
How they work
One alarm system will allow your vehicle to sense when a backseat seatbelt is locked. A display will appear on the dash when the car starts, indicating a seatbelt was locked. When the car comes to a stop, an alarm will go off, signaling to check the backseat.
Cell phone providers are also assisting with rear seat safety alarms by allowing drivers to connect a plug-in device into the computer of their vehicles. It's a mirror image of your car, so if your car has an alert to check your backseat, your phone will also alert you to check your backseat.
Other, more sophisticated alarms, sense actual motion in the backseat after a driver leaves.
According to the KHOU 11 Weather Team, the heat will be sticking around for the next several days, with no relief in sight until maybe Monday or Tuesday of next week.
Amber Rollins, with the nonprofit Kids and Car Safety, said Texas has the highest number of hot car deaths in the country. Nationwide, 56% of hot car deaths happen when a child is accidentally left in a car. Twenty-six percent when a child gets in themselves and can’t get out.
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It doesn’t take long for a car to become an oven.
"Most people don’t realize that the majority of the increase in temperature inside of a car happens within the first 10 minutes," Rollins said. “Their little bodies heat up 3 to 5 times faster than an adult.”
Rollins says kids should know three things:
- How to honk the horn
- How to turn on flashers
- How to unlock a front door if they can’t get out of a back one
Additionally, the Harris County Sheriff's Office said kids should know how to unbuckle their car seats. | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/rear-seat-alarm-installed-new-vehicles-by-2025/285-a8456fb6-861c-49c7-91a9-14bb4143adbc | 2022-06-22T16:08:04 | 0 | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/rear-seat-alarm-installed-new-vehicles-by-2025/285-a8456fb6-861c-49c7-91a9-14bb4143adbc |
Pre-war homes—those built before 1939—are architectural gems. They are sturdy, charming, and often what people are referring to when they look at the prevalent colorless, linear designs of today and lament “they just don’t make them like they used to.”
In some ways, that’s a good thing. Pre-war homes often contained materials we know to be hazardous today, like asbestos and lead. But their signature characteristics, including hardwood floors, nickel accents, ornate crown molding, and high ceilings, are among the features many people look for in a dream home.
Preserving the history of these properties, many of which you’ll find on the National Register of Historic Places, is labor that often extends beyond the scope of an individual homeowner. Depending on where these homes are located, special permission by local historic commissions may be required before renovations can be done in an effort to preserve their historic architectural integrity.
Stacker compiled a list of counties in Texas with the most pre-war homes using data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Counties are ranked by the highest percent of homes that were built before 1939 based on 2020 5-year estimates.
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#30. Haskell County
– Homes built before 1939: 16.6%
– Homes built since 2000: 6.8%
– Median year built: 1963
– Total homes: 3,465
#29. Eastland County
– Homes built before 1939: 16.6%
– Homes built since 2000: 11.8%
– Median year built: 1969
– Total homes: 10,413
#28. McCulloch County
– Homes built before 1939: 17.1%
– Homes built since 2000: 12.1%
– Median year built: 1968
– Total homes: 4,335
#27. DeWitt County
– Homes built before 1939: 17.4%
– Homes built since 2000: 18.7%
– Median year built: 1973
– Total homes: 9,253
#26. Dickens County
– Homes built before 1939: 17.4%
– Homes built since 2000: 7.3%
– Median year built: 1956
– Total homes: 1,363
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#25. Hemphill County
– Homes built before 1939: 17.7%
– Homes built since 2000: 23.2%
– Median year built: 1979
– Total homes: 1,744
#24. Knox County
– Homes built before 1939: 17.7%
– Homes built since 2000: 6.7%
– Median year built: 1961
– Total homes: 2,030
#23. Concho County
– Homes built before 1939: 18.1%
– Homes built since 2000: 15.7%
– Median year built: 1973
– Total homes: 1,659
#22. Coleman County
– Homes built before 1939: 18.1%
– Homes built since 2000: 8.6%
– Median year built: 1965
– Total homes: 5,547
#21. Presidio County
– Homes built before 1939: 18.5%
– Homes built since 2000: 10.0%
– Median year built: 1976
– Total homes: 4,065
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#20. Throckmorton County
– Homes built before 1939: 19.1%
– Homes built since 2000: 9.7%
– Median year built: 1966
– Total homes: 1,059
#19. Wilbarger County
– Homes built before 1939: 19.1%
– Homes built since 2000: 7.1%
– Median year built: 1962
– Total homes: 6,242
#18. Runnels County
– Homes built before 1939: 19.7%
– Homes built since 2000: 6.9%
– Median year built: 1958
– Total homes: 5,245
#17. Donley County
– Homes built before 1939: 20.0%
– Homes built since 2000: 9.2%
– Median year built: 1970
– Total homes: 2,150
#16. Mitchell County
– Homes built before 1939: 21.1%
– Homes built since 2000: 5.5%
– Median year built: 1958
– Total homes: 4,077
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#15. Wheeler County
– Homes built before 1939: 21.2%
– Homes built since 2000: 15.4%
– Median year built: 1963
– Total homes: 2,715
#14. Menard County
– Homes built before 1939: 21.6%
– Homes built since 2000: 11.0%
– Median year built: 1970
– Total homes: 1,826
#13. Cottle County
– Homes built before 1939: 21.9%
– Homes built since 2000: 6.5%
– Median year built: 1965
– Total homes: 1,100
#12. Mason County
– Homes built before 1939: 23.5%
– Homes built since 2000: 17.1%
– Median year built: 1970
– Total homes: 2,755
#11. Armstrong County
– Homes built before 1939: 23.7%
– Homes built since 2000: 8.1%
– Median year built: 1962
– Total homes: 913
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#10. Childress County
– Homes built before 1939: 25.2%
– Homes built since 2000: 11.2%
– Median year built: 1968
– Total homes: 2,860
#9. Collingsworth County
– Homes built before 1939: 25.7%
– Homes built since 2000: 10.6%
– Median year built: 1959
– Total homes: 1,467
#8. Carson County
– Homes built before 1939: 26.2%
– Homes built since 2000: 9.9%
– Median year built: 1961
– Total homes: 2,787
#7. Hardeman County
– Homes built before 1939: 28.9%
– Homes built since 2000: 6.3%
– Median year built: 1960
– Total homes: 2,411
#6. Roberts County
– Homes built before 1939: 30.6%
– Homes built since 2000: 16.0%
– Median year built: 1961
– Total homes: 445
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#5. Foard County
– Homes built before 1939: 31.6%
– Homes built since 2000: 5.4%
– Median year built: 1962
– Total homes: 829
#4. Terrell County
– Homes built before 1939: 36.2%
– Homes built since 2000: 0.0%
– Median year built: 1949
– Total homes: 746
#3. Hall County
– Homes built before 1939: 36.5%
– Homes built since 2000: 4.2%
– Median year built: 1956
– Total homes: 1,916
#2. Motley County
– Homes built before 1939: 41.5%
– Homes built since 2000: 5.4%
– Median year built: 1948
– Total homes: 781
#1. Loving County
– Homes built before 1939: 43.7%
– Homes built since 2000: 0.0%
– Median year built: 1954
– Total homes: 87
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After a year of pandemic-induced isolation in the U.S., air travel began to pick up again in 2021. Many people traveled for work, while others cooped up at home decided to go on a much-needed vacation.
Last year, 674 million passengers flew on U.S. airlines, according to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics. While that number seems like a big one—it’s 83% more than the year before—it still remains below pre-pandemic levels.
To shed more light on the state of travel in the U.S., luggage storage app Bounce examined flight data from the Department of Transportation to find the most popular destinations from major U.S. airports in 2021, the latest information available. The data only includes domestic flights, as reported by U.S. airlines. In the event of a tie, the most popular location in 2020 was used.
Unsurprisingly, the most popular destinations were warm-weather spots like Los Angeles and Orlando; however, there are a few surprises on the list, as well.
As the country continues to emerge from the lingering pandemic, new travel trends have also emerged. Corporate travel—which made up a large portion of air and hotel spending—has made a slow rebound. Business travel is unlikely to return to pre-pandemic levels this year, according to a 2022 Deloitte outlook report.
The age of traveles may also be shifting. Travelers over age 55, who were projected to be a large share of travelers before the pandemic, are now less likely than 18-34 year olds to take a trip, the report also found. This continues the trend in 2021, when 18-34 years took an average of 2.7 trips. This was higher compared to 35-54 year olds (2.4 average trips) and those 55 years and older (1.7 average trips).
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
– Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
– Top destination: Denver, Colorado
– Travelers in 2021: 690,690
General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (BOS)
– Location: Boston, Massachusetts
– Top destination: Orlando, Florida
– Travelers in 2021: 594,460
Detroit Metro Wayne County (DTW)
– Location: Detroit, Michigan
– Top destination: Atlanta, Georgia
– Travelers in 2021: 682,330
Minneapolis-St. Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Field (MSP)
– Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
– Top destination: Phoenix, Arizona
– Travelers in 2021: 641,880
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
– Location: San Francisco, California
– Top destination: Los Angeles, California
– Travelers in 2021: 795,540
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
– Location: Newark, New Jersey
– Top destination: Orlando, Florida
– Travelers in 2021: 971,460
Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
– Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
– Top destination: Atlanta, Georgia
– Travelers in 2021: 1.1 million
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
– Location: Queens, New York
– Top destination: Los Angeles, California
– Travelers in 2021: 1.1 million
George Bush Intercontinental/Houston Airport (IAH)
– Location: Houston, Texas
– Top destination: Denver, Colorado
– Travelers in 2021: 741,410
Miami International Airport (MIA)
– Location: Miami, Florida
– Top destination: New York, New York
– Travelers in 2021: 917,830
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
– Location: Seattle, Washington
– Top destination: Anchorage, Alaska
– Travelers in 2021: 844,500
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
– Location: Orlando, Florida
– Top destination: Atlanta, Georgia
– Travelers in 2021: 1.1 million
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
– Location: Phoenix, Arizona
– Top destination: Denver, Colorado
– Travelers in 2021: 1 million
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
– Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
– Top destination: Los Angeles, California
– Travelers in 2021: 923,540
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
– Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
– Top destination: Orlando, Florida
– Travelers in 2021: 614,650
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
– Location: Los Angeles, California
– Top destination: New York, New York
– Travelers in 2021: 1.1 million
Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD)
– Location: Chicago, Illinois
– Top destination: Los Angeles, California
– Travelers in 2021: 948,890
Denver International Airport (DEN)
– Location: Denver, Colorado
– Top destination: Phoenix, Arizona
– Travelers in 2021: 1.0 million
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
– Location: Fort Worth, Texas
– Top destination: Los Angeles, California
– Travelers in 2021: 992,140
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
– Location: Atlanta, Georgia
– Top destination: Orlando, Florida
– Travelers in 2021: 1.1 million
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Lincoln Police officers participating in an enhanced traffic enforcement effort along O Street over Memorial Day weekend handed out 135 citations and issued about 110 additional warnings in a three-day project that was marred by a double-fatal crash.
The department announced the results of its annual O Street effort in a news release on Wednesday, more than three weeks after the grant-funded enforcement detail finished its work along the corridor, where they issued 27 speeding citations and 34 "other traffic citations" and a dozen tickets for unnecessary noise. They also made five DUI arrests and arrested three people for outstanding warrants.
In total, officers warned, ticketed or arrested 258 motorists or pedestrians along the roadway over the weekend, which ended tragically May 29 when an 18-year-old Omaha man in a Ford Taurus struck a Toyota Corolla turning in front of him at the 52nd Street intersection, sending both cars into a crowd of people gathered along the sidewalk.
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Kyvell Stark, who police said was driving close to 90 mph in the moments before the crash , was charged with two counts of manslaughter and two counts of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol causing serious bodily injury.
The crash — which happened even as the police department conducted high-visibility traffic enforcement along O Street — has called into question the efficacy of traditional traffic enforcement methods along the corridor, which has been plagued by perilous driving behavior for decades despite persistent police attention .
And though city officials — including Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird and Police Chief Teresa Ewins — have promised to implement policy changes to address safety issues along the roadway, potential solutions to O Street's longstanding problems remain unclear .
Most dangerous cities in Nebraska
Dangerous Cities in Nebraska
See how your hometown ranks among the most dangerous cities in Nebraska. Ratings have been determined according to the number of violent crimes per 1,000 people in cities of at least 10,000, with violent crime being classified as murder, forcible rape, robbery and aggravated assault. The numbers are for 2019, the most recent year for which the FBI provides data.
6. South Sioux City
With 30 violent crimes in 2019 and a population of 12,771 (the smallest on our list), the city in northeast Nebraska had 2.35 violent crimes per 1,000 people.
Photo: An RV park in South Sioux City on the Missouri River.
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5. Scottsbluff
The city of 15,862 had 53 violent crimes for a rate of 3.34 per 1,000 in 2019.
Photo: Gering Police Officer Jordan McBride talks with Scottsbluff Police Officer Michael Modeac as he puts up crime scene tape at the scene of an armed standoff in Scottsbluff in June 2021.
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4. North Platte
With a population of 23,705 and 89 violent crimes, the city had a rate of 3.75 per 1,000.
Photo: Union Pacific train engines line up outside a service building in North Platte.
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3. Lincoln
The Star City had a population of 291,128 with 1,115 violent crimes, a rate of 3.83 per 1,000.
Photo: Police in Lincoln investigate a shooting near the intersection of 14th and E streets in August 2019.
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2. Grand Island
With a population of 51,821 and 236 violent crimes, the largest of the Tri Cities had a 2019 rate of 4.55 per 1,000 people.
Photo: Grand Island police and State Patrol personnel investigate after a body was found in a Grand Island yard in August 2020.
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1. Omaha
In 2019, the state's largest city at 470,481 people had 2,833 violent crimes for a rate of 6.13 per 1,000.
Photo: Omaha police and University Police guard the entrance to the Nebraska Medicine Emergency room after an Omaha police officer was shot at Westroads Mall in March 2021.
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A note about the numbers
With eight violent crimes in 2019, Boys Town topped the state at 13.82 per 1,000 people, which is a misleading stat because it only had a 2019 population of 579.
Photo: The statue at the entrance to Boys Town. It doesn't take much to skew the numbers.
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — For the first time since Sloss Furnace ran as an active plant, it’s lighting up the night sky in Birmingham.
Energy efficient lights have been added throughout the facility. They will allow the historic landmark to be visible at night from across the city.
“Tonight, that legacy is going to shine even brighter,” Mayor Randall Woodfin said Tuesday night. “Thanks to this project, residents visitors and more will be able to see Sloss Furnace literally from every corner of this great city.”
Woodfin, Sloss Furnace Board Members and neighbors flipped the switch Tuesday night, turning on the lights for the first time.
The historic landmark has long been seen as a symbol of the Magic City’s industrial roots. The building has been preserved over the years by the Sloss Furnace Board of Directors. The idea to light up Sloss came from board member Cathy Sloss-Jones. Her great great grandfather built Sloss Furnace back in 1881 and she wants to see the landmark continue to shine in Birmingham’s future.
“This represents why we are here as a city and it is a historic landmark a national historic landmark, but it’s also old and rusty and needs a lot of love,” Sloss-Jones said.
She explained it was also their goal to get the lighting project finished in time for the World Games.
“We are lighting it very specially for the world games, so it will rotate in colors,” she explained.
After the World Games are finished, the furnace will be lit in a more neutral white tone, with the option of changing the colors for special events and holidays. | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/sloss-furnace-lights-up-birmingham-skyline-ahead-of-world-games/ | 2022-06-22T16:22:23 | 1 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/sloss-furnace-lights-up-birmingham-skyline-ahead-of-world-games/ |
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb signed a proclamation Wednesday calling for a special session of the General Assembly to discuss his plan to return funds from the state reserves to Hoosier taxpayers.
The state currently has more than $1 billion in surplus for the fiscal year. Holcomb has proposed paying out $225 to taxpayers — in addition to the previously announced $125 from the automatic taxpayer refund — to help ease the financial strain many Hoosiers are feeling.
"This is the fastest, fairest and most efficient way to return taxpayers' hard-earned money during a time of economic strain," Holcomb said. "Indiana’s economy is growing and with more than $1 billion of revenue over current projections, Hoosier taxpayers deserve to have their money responsibly returned. I'm happy to be able to take this first step and look forward to signing this plan into law as soon as possible."
The proclamation calls for the General Assembly to meet July 6 to take action on his plan. Under the plan, individual taxpayers would receive about $225, while married couples filing jointly would receive around $450. That, paired with the $125 — or $250 for joint filers — that have already begun hitting some Hoosiers' accounts, brings the total to $350 for individuals or $700 for couples to get back from the state. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/indiana/indiana-governor-eric-holcomb-special-session-state-reserves-taxpayers/531-5c234b19-ecbf-49e9-9f68-32b8524f1de3 | 2022-06-22T16:34:48 | 1 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/indiana/indiana-governor-eric-holcomb-special-session-state-reserves-taxpayers/531-5c234b19-ecbf-49e9-9f68-32b8524f1de3 |
Richmond Times-Dispatch welcomed five interns this summer across four departments: news, sports, photo and copy editing.
Katherine Lutge, Metro News Intern
Hometown: Midlothian
Education and involvement: Katherine is a rising senior at Virginia Tech double majoring in multimedia journalism and political science. At Tech, she is the New York Times Campus Ambassador, the Event Coordinator for Society of Professional Journalists and the Alumnae Relations Director for her sorority, Kappa Alpha Theta. Katherine graduated from James River High School’s Leadership and International Relations Center in 2019.
Experience: This is Katherine’s second Richmond news internship following her internship at NBC12 News (WWBT-TV) last summer where she worked as a Digital Content Producer. She worked in childcare in the summer of 2020 and was a camp counselor at Westview on the James for three summers.
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Fact Fun: "I have gone by four nicknames: Kat, Kate, Katie, and KEBL [my initials]. I can tell when I met someone by the name they know me by."
Most surprising aspect of working at RTD so far: "So far the most surprising, but amazing, thing is the independence I have as a reporter. I love that I get to see a story from start to finish. It's exciting to see your name in print on a byline, especially when it's on the front page. One of my favorite stories was picked up by The Associated Press and was shared on many news sites including The Washington Post."
Favorite thing(s) about RVA: "Richmond has been my home my entire life, but I am still discovering it. I especially love art, the James River and all the breweries and restaurants. Working at the RTD has allowed me to see more of the city I’ve grown up in."
Career aspirations: "I hope to work in political journalism following elections or government. I would love to work in Washington, D.C., one day."
Madyson Fitzgerald, Metro News Intern
Hometown: South Chesterfield
Education and involvement: Rising senior at the University of Richmond majoring in journalism and leadership studies
Experience: Copy chief at The Collegian (UR’s student-led newspaper), communications assistant at UR’s Bonner Center for Civic Engagement, former editorial intern at The Henrico Citizen, former copywriting intern at Thompson Hospitality LLC and former contributor at Urban Views RVA
Fun Fact: "I won an award at the Miss Virginia Princess Pageant in 2006."
Most surprising aspect of working at RTD so far: "I think the most surprising aspect of working here so far has been the amount of encouragement I’ve received to cover things that matter to me. I’ve actually had numerous people ask what topics interest me most these past few weeks, and they’ve all been helpful in providing more information or recommending people to speak with that may have more information."
Favorite thing(s) about RVA: "I love that Richmond is like a big little city. There’s always something to do without it being too overwhelming at the same time. To be more specific, though, I really love the Chesapeake Pizza at Bottom’s Up in Shockoe Bottom, picnics at Libbie Hill Park, skating at the Rollerdome, basketball games at UR and VCU, late-night runs with my friends to the Cookout on Broad Street, the little boutiques in Carytown and so much more. I just feel like there’s never a dull moment here, and I love it."
Career aspirations: "After graduating next spring, I want to continue working in daily print journalism. I really enjoy reporting on climate change and housing, so I hope that I can continue to follow those beats. I’m also interested in exploring markets outside of Virginia to see what other regions have to offer."
Armond Feffer, Photo Intern
Hometown: Denver, Colo.
Education and involvement: Armond is a proud graduate of the University of Missouri Class of 2020. He majored in photojournalism.
Experience: Armond has worked with The Denver Gazette, The Indian Express and the Columbia Missourian before RTD.
Fun Fact: "I can name every country’s capital city!"
Most surprising aspect of working at RTD so far: "I am astounded at how helpful everyone has been. Colleagues always stop what they are doing to take the time to assist me or answer my questions. I have never felt like 'the intern.'”
Favorite thing(s) about RVA: "The James River, the rich history and the food!"
Career aspirations: "I would love to be a staff photographer for a wire agency one day."
Joe Dodson, Sports Intern
Hometown: Staunton
Education and Involvement: Graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with degrees in Digital and Broadcast Journalism. Was a staff writer for the Commonwealth Times and the Sports Director for WVCW.
Experience: Joe published articles for the VCU Capital News Service wire system that were shared with publications such as The Washington Post and Virginia Business Magazine. Joe spent last summer as a broadcast intern for the Tri-City Chili Peppers, where he gained experience directing live broadcasts.
Fun fact: "I minored in Anthropology in college because I am fascinated by primatology and getting to know other cultures."
Most surprising aspect of working at RTD so far: "I have been pleasantly surprised by the veteran staffers' willingness to help me as a journalist."
Favorite things about Richmond: "I’ve loved every part of living in Richmond over the last four years, but if I had to pick my favorite thing, it is enjoying the James River during the summer."
Career Aspirations: "I hope to continue to share the stories of the community I live in."
Bre Offenberger, multiplatform editing intern
Hometown: Vienna, W.Va.
Education and involvement: Bre graduated from Ohio University in April with a Bachelor of Science in journalism and an English minor. She worked for the campus newspaper, The Post, as copy chief for two years and became managing editor her senior year.
Experience: Bre has worked for CityScene Magazine as an editorial assistant, StartupNation as an editorial intern mainly focused on editing and Play Too Much as a music writing intern. She currently freelances for Evergreen Entertainment, a music public relations agency, as an editor and publicity coordinator.
Fun Fact: "I won a tennis state championship in high school, then quit playing competitively right after. I still watch it on TV constantly. If I’m not working, I’m probably catching up on tennis news."
Most surprising aspect of RTD so far: "Without a doubt the camaraderie. I’ve never felt so welcomed so quickly, and everyone is so kind and willing to put everything down to help you out when you’re in a bind."
Favorite thing about RVA: "It feels so big yet so small at once. It has everything, but it doesn’t feel too overwhelming. It’s very cute, quaint and homey."
Career aspirations: "I’d like to work my way up the editing ladder, hopefully to a senior editing position. I don’t see myself ever leaving editing, and I’m perfectly fine with that." | https://richmond.com/news/local/meet-the-2022-richmond-times-dispatch-summer-interns/article_e5addc46-6c38-5de9-a2d3-fb7c5f55b751.html | 2022-06-22T16:35:29 | 0 | https://richmond.com/news/local/meet-the-2022-richmond-times-dispatch-summer-interns/article_e5addc46-6c38-5de9-a2d3-fb7c5f55b751.html |
A Berne truck driver was injured this morning in a rollover crash on a DeKalb County road, the county sheriff's department said.
Ian Hirschy, 24, was driving an asphalt truck west in the 4600 block of County Road 56 shortly after 5 a.m. when the truck ran off the roadway and re-entered on an uneven surface, the sheriff's department said in a statement.
It said "the corrective action and the uneven surface conditions caused the truck to overturn approximately two times," coming to rest upright in a field just off the road.
Hirschy suffered head and abdominal injuries, and was taken to Parkview Regional Medical Center for treatment, the sheriff's department said. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/berne-truck-driver-hurt-in-dekalb-crash/article_95e355de-f235-11ec-89ef-ab1ee1b9f2c6.html | 2022-06-22T16:35:43 | 0 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/berne-truck-driver-hurt-in-dekalb-crash/article_95e355de-f235-11ec-89ef-ab1ee1b9f2c6.html |
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb has called a special legislative session for July 6 to take action on a plan to return another $225 from state reserves to each Hoosier taxpayer, the governor's office said today.
“This is the fastest, fairest and most efficient way to return taxpayers' hard-earned money during a time of economic strain,” Holcomb said in a statement.
“Indiana’s economy is growing and with more than $1 billion of revenue over current projections, Hoosier taxpayers deserve to have their money responsibly returned. I’m happy to be able to take this first step and look forward to signing this plan into law as soon as possible.”
Each taxpayer would collect about $225 in addition to $125 Hoosiers are currently receiving from the state’s automatic taxpayer refund, the statement said. In total, it said, each eligible Hoosier would receive about $350; a married couple filing jointly would receive about $700. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/holcomb-calls-tax-refund-special-session-july-6/article_905dd052-f245-11ec-8160-87da1ca89f07.html | 2022-06-22T16:35:49 | 1 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/holcomb-calls-tax-refund-special-session-july-6/article_905dd052-f245-11ec-8160-87da1ca89f07.html |
A 33-year-old man was in critical condition at a Fort Wayne hospital after an early-morning stabbing today.
Steuben County police said an argument broke out at a residence in the 2300 block of West Orland Road in Pleasant Township just before 12:30 a.m. They said the victim was outside suffering from an apparent stab wound in the abdomen.
Officers arrested Angola resident Jose M. Tafolla, 19, and he is charged with battery with a deadly weapon, a felony.
The incident remains under investigation. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/police-fire/steuben-county-man-critical-after-stabbing/article_cc193dd0-f22b-11ec-9235-cfc4a6e65c28.html | 2022-06-22T16:35:55 | 0 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/police-fire/steuben-county-man-critical-after-stabbing/article_cc193dd0-f22b-11ec-9235-cfc4a6e65c28.html |
INVERNESS, Fla. — It wasn't a typo: 540 gallons of diesel fuel were stolen last week from a 7-Eleven — and the search is on for the thieves, the Citrus County Sheriff's Office confirmed.
Two trucks were seen on camera rolling up around 9 a.m. Wednesday, June 15, at the gas station on U.S. Highway 41, the agency said in a news release. Somehow, the suspects collected the fuel without paying.
Deputies are looking for two trucks, including a white — and possibly newer — Chevy Silverado. Another is believed to be a gold Ford pick-up, possibly an early 2000s model with an extended cab.
Both left the gas station in an unknown direction, the sheriff's office said.
With diesel fuel averaging about $5.72 a gallon last week, according to AAA, it's estimated the total value of the stolen fuel is a little over $3,000.
Anyone who has an idea about who was driving the trucks or where the vehicles might be located is asked to call the sheriff's office at 352-249-2790. To remain anonymous and possibly be eligible for a cash reward, people can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-888-269-8477. | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/citruscounty/fuel-stolen-7-eleven-gas-station/67-6efef65b-c336-4ec9-8211-08e001065cbe | 2022-06-22T16:37:46 | 0 | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/citruscounty/fuel-stolen-7-eleven-gas-station/67-6efef65b-c336-4ec9-8211-08e001065cbe |
DUNEDIN, Fla. — Deputies had a lot of cuteness on their hands last weekend after someone dropped off 12 kittens at a park.
After getting a call about the animals left abandoned in a carrier, Pinellas County Sheriff's Office deputies responded and brought them to their north district station, the agency wrote on Facebook.
It's believed the kittens are about 4-to-5 weeks old.
There's likely no room for 12 kittens to be running around the sheriff's office, so all of them will be put up for adoption through Suncoast Animal League when they reach 12 weeks old and pass their medical program, the agency said.
Anyone interested in adoption is asked to check with the Palm Harbor-based animal shelter. | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/pinellascounty/12-kittens-rescued-dunedin/67-da1bd066-ef2b-4269-983d-65e0765ef4a8 | 2022-06-22T16:37:54 | 0 | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/pinellascounty/12-kittens-rescued-dunedin/67-da1bd066-ef2b-4269-983d-65e0765ef4a8 |
FORNEY, Texas — A North Texas school district has announced an updated dress code for the upcoming school year, including a ban on hoodies and dresses.
The Forney Independent School District, a district of about 14,000 students east of Dallas, announced the changes Tuesday.
Two main changes were outlined in the new dress code:
1. No clothing with hoods (hoodies, jackets, etc.) will be allowed in the building at all times.
2. Dresses, skirts and skorts aren't allowed for students beyond the 4th grade.
According to the district's online statement and YouTube video, officials said there are short- and long-term benefits for the new dress code.
The statement said it'll help students individually and their learning environment as a whole.
"The use of a school dress code is established to improve student self-esteem, bridge socio-economic differences among students, and promote positive behavior, thereby enhancing school safety and improving the learning environment," the district said.
The YouTube video from Forney ISD focuses on the dress code's impact on students' future career, emphasizing the importance of professionalism and a strong work ethic.
"Things like creativity and collaboration are so important, but what's also important are some of the foundational baseline employability skills," Superintendent Justin Terry said.
"We are so excited to reset this bar with you - with our parents, with our community members, with all of our business partners - as we work together to take our schools, our classrooms back for the future of our kids to have a safe, enjoyable and excitable learning environment with Forney ISD," Terry said.
The first half of the video is voiced by a student. She said she has to learn more about the world outside of textbook and pick up things like professionalism and having a good work ethic.
"Every profession has a dress code, whether it's scrubs, a welding helmet, or a chef's apron," she said. "The way I dress plays an important role in professionalism and safety, both in the classroom and on the job site."
The video goes on to list "Professionalism and Strong Work Ethic" as one of the top employee abilities that employers look for.
Terry said there will be more announcements from Forney ISD throughout the summer. | https://www.kvue.com/article/news/local/texas/new-forney-isd-dress-code-hoodies-hoods-dresses-skirts-skorts/287-b57bf67f-5723-49ad-b605-b79c26956f46 | 2022-06-22T16:40:39 | 0 | https://www.kvue.com/article/news/local/texas/new-forney-isd-dress-code-hoodies-hoods-dresses-skirts-skorts/287-b57bf67f-5723-49ad-b605-b79c26956f46 |
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