text string | url string | crawl_date timestamp[ms] | label int64 | id string |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BELTON, Texas — The Belton Police Department is asking for your help in finding a man who is in dire need of medication.
Police said they are searching for Matthew Zayed. He's described to be 5’5, 225 pounds, with brown eyes, short black hair and no facial hair.
Zayed was last seen in the 1000 block of Carla Kay Drive in Belton at around 5 p.m. Thursday. He may be headed to his mom’s home on Yuma in Temple, police added.
If you see him, call Belton PD at 254-933-5840.
Also on KCENTV.com: | https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/missing-belton-police-searching-man-in-dire-need-of-medication/500-b84653b0-f22b-4d6a-b32d-cc12093297b4 | 2023-06-02T04:24:31 | 1 | https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/missing-belton-police-searching-man-in-dire-need-of-medication/500-b84653b0-f22b-4d6a-b32d-cc12093297b4 |
PLEASANT PRAIRIE — A man and a woman suffered injuries, with at least one life-threatening, following a collision with a vehicle in the 11100 block of Sheridan Road late Tuesday.
Village police officers, along with fire and rescue, responded to the scene of the two-vehicle crash shortly after 10 p.m., assisting with the two injured individuals, said Sgt. Sean Flahive of the Pleasant Prairie Police Department. According to the preliminary investigation, advanced life support was deployed for the man, who was apparently driving the motorcycle.
Both the man and the woman, his passenger, were airlifted in two separate medical helicopters from a landing zone established at Prairie Lane Elementary and they were later taken to area hospitals, he said. Neither victims’ conditions were immediately available and the extent of the woman’s injuries was also not known as of early Wednesday. Flahive said authorities on scene were working to identify the man and the woman.
The driver of the vehicle was not injured and was cooperating with the investigation.
Because of the seriousness of the injuries, village authorities called on the Kenosha County Major Crash Assistance Team to aid in the investigation. The team includes officers from Pleasant Prairie, Twin Lakes and Kenosha Police departments and the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department.
Sheridan Road in the village was closed between 104th and 116th Streets for more than four hours as the investigation was underway, Flahive said.
IN PHOTOS: Local police K-9 units
Pleasant Prairie Officer Mike Algiers and K-9 Chase
Local dealership provides wheels for new KPD K9
Local dealership provides wheels for new KPD K9
K9 officer Jaxx sworn in by Twin Lakes Police Department
K9 officer Jaxx sworn in by Twin Lakes Police Department
K9 officer Jaxx sworn in by Twin Lakes Police Department | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/accident-and-incident/update-motorcyclists-airlifted-to-hospital-following-collision-in-pleasant-prairie-sheridan-road-segment-re-opened/article_a51923f6-ff6a-11ed-9e60-bbeaba6fb58c.html | 2023-06-02T04:27:26 | 1 | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/accident-and-incident/update-motorcyclists-airlifted-to-hospital-following-collision-in-pleasant-prairie-sheridan-road-segment-re-opened/article_a51923f6-ff6a-11ed-9e60-bbeaba6fb58c.html |
Editor’s note: Ruben Williams is the Kenosha-born author of “Northern Lights”, his inaugural, self-published novel and the focus of a “meet and greet” event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Blue House Books, 5915 Sixth Ave., Suite A in Kenosha.
The 31-year-old writer and current long-term substitute teacher, is a 2010 Tremper High School graduate where he also was an outstanding basketball player. He lives in Dallas with his wife and three children. Williams holds a bachelor’s degree in English for secondary education and expects to graduate with a certified teaching license this spring. He plans to teach full-time in Dallas.
After high school, Williams attended Southern Illinois University in Carbondale and then the University of Wisconsin – Parkside for a semester before resuming basketball play in 2012 at Riverland Community College in Austin, Minn. A torn Achilles’ heel, however, abruptly ended his career.
People are also reading…
Following his injury, Williams worked everywhere from a car dealership to real estate and banking while he figured out what he wanted to do. He re-enrolled in college, this time online with Grand Canyon University in 2019 after returning to Kenosha a year earlier. It was during that time, Williams began writing his book, which is available for pre-order at Blue House, Amazon and Barnes & Noble, among others. Its official release is June 13.
Earlier this spring, following a presentation to middle school students at 21st Century Preparatory School in Racine, Kenosha News reporter Terry Flores caught up with the author for an interview in this web exclusive.
Q: What is Northern Lights about?
A: Northern Lights is about a journey for the main character, James, going from really being unsure about himself to having a more positive outlook about life because he's somebody who doesn't really know who he is in the beginning. And he goes to see the Northern Lights in Alaska. He’s a sophomore at a private school. He’s also in a foster home and so he’s struggling trying to figure out why he's being abused at his foster home. He's growing up in a bad neighborhood, but he's going to a beautiful (private) school. And he's conflicted.
Q: What inspired you to write this?
A: It really started as almost like an autobiography. I was gonna start writing about my life and I'm like, `No, this could be more creative.’ And so I decided to put in some pieces of my life, a few people that I know and immerse him in the characters. He doesn’t really know how to express (himself) – (except) through his writing, his poetry. So, his writing is really his outlet and he writes very mature for his age. He writes from his life experience.
Q: You address themes that are heavy hitting – sexuality, suicide, racism, abuse, friendship and spirituality. Who is the audience you’re trying to connect with and how did you get through these themes?
A: I believe being a teacher really helped me finish the book. And it helped me change a lot of things that I had written originally because now I see 13-,14-,15-year-olds – they, don't know how to express these adult-like themes. So, I wanted to kind of give them an outlet to say, “Hey, I feel that.” Now, they have the language to read. For me, it was emotional because there were a few scenes that really hit me. The first one was the beginning where there's a lot of talk from the foster parent to him, and he just blows up. The other one is where he's dealing with suicide because I've dealt with that where I was on the edge.
Q: When did you start writing Northern Lights?
A: In 2018 and I didn’t finish until 2022.
Q: Talk about the process and what helped you to finish this?
A: No. 1, it was therapy for me. No. 2, I know there are kids, and even adults, who will connect with this story. And I feel like they need this.
Q: How will your audience, who are youth, particularly youth of color, connect with Northern Lights?
A: I walk through his thoughts, the daily thoughts that he's thinking. Situations come up. He talks about it. He writes about it, but he doesn't say anything to anybody about the realness. It's raw. It's, it's out there. It has real language in their language that they use. Emotions that they feel, and they don't have to feel like they're alone because I was there at one point and I wanted to put what I felt on paper because I know you feel this way. Read about it. Now you can change something about it because he did it, because I did. There’s hope.
Q: Why did you leave Kenosha for Texas?
A: I felt like my time was almost up here in Kenosha. It was like, OK, I've done a lot of things here. I want to experience something different. And so moving down there actually really helped me grow because I found my mentor down there, which is my pastor now. I was able to really open up and really express my true emotions and like stuff that I'm dealing with openly and I've never been able to experience that. So, I felt like it was my destiny to go someplace else to basically, in lack of a better word, get free, which is the reason why I wrote the book too, because a lot of the book is about just experiencing different emotions.
Q: When you were away from Kenosha and writing Northern Lights, the protests and rioting over the police shooting of Jacob Blake was taking place, amplifying what Black men, Black people, face every day in America. How is that addressed in your book?
A: There’s an instance in there (where the main character and his friend encounter a police officer who is responding to a report of a theft at store they’re at). And, I don’t tell it just from the Black person’s perspective. The Black dad who is a higher ranking officer knows the officer has a job to do. So, it’s lets figure this out and look at both sides of the story to figure out what is going on. Yes, wrong is wrong. The officer, in this scene, is wrong, but there’s still another side to it.
Q: Do you think that society has been able to get past its implicit biases about people who are different?
A: We still don't feel seen, even though, is there progress? Sure. But it still feels as if the mindsets of people who are not within the communities of color aren't understanding the plight of just us being. One of the first paragraphs (in the book) is a poem where James is writing about his hair. Just simply his hair. And he says, “I don't know why my hair is so dangerous.” When they see Black people with locks, they automatically think they think gang banger. They think this, they think that, they don't see I’m a teacher. For me, I’m a teacher. I teach middle school kids.
Q: Why did you want to be a writer? And are there any parallels with you and James, your character?
A: Experience. Living experience to where it was really like another outlet outside of basketball that I really hid. Kinda like the main character. I didn’t want anybody to know because … the people that I was around, you know, they were athletes, popular people. It’s almost like an unwritten rule amongst the Black community. You can be smart, but if you’re too smart and you’re hanging around a certain group of people, you’re looked at as less than.
Q: Previously, you were in an industry, banking, where you could've made a lot of money. Why did you leave it to become a teacher?
A: I did it because, first of all, I felt as if I had a mission and a goal from God to help kids. And, here's the thing, teaching isn't my end goal. I think my target audience, at heart, is kids. Doing what I did today (at 21st Century Prep), telling them my story and that there is hope. That's what I'm meant to do. Because, they’re forgotten.
For more on the author, visit https://www.rubeniwilliams.com/about | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/web-exclusive-now-living-in-texas-kenosha-african-american-writer-self-publishes-inaugural-book-for/article_0526c9e8-c2e8-11ed-88b1-1b5417636a87.html | 2023-06-02T04:27:33 | 1 | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/web-exclusive-now-living-in-texas-kenosha-african-american-writer-self-publishes-inaugural-book-for/article_0526c9e8-c2e8-11ed-88b1-1b5417636a87.html |
Skip to main content
Home
Local
Sports
Things to Do
Nation Now
Business
Travel & Explore
Politics
Opinion
Investigations
eNewspaper
Advertise with Us
Obituaries
Archives
Weather
Crosswords
Newsletters
AZ International Auto Show & New Car Buyer's Guide 2020 Model Year
Connect With Us
For Subscribers
Contributor Content
Family of Phoenix teen killed on Mother's Day seek public's help
8 PHOTOS | https://www.azcentral.com/picture-gallery/news/local/phoenix/2023/06/02/family-phoenix-teen-killed-mothers-day-seek-publics-help/12013388002/ | 2023-06-02T04:31:03 | 1 | https://www.azcentral.com/picture-gallery/news/local/phoenix/2023/06/02/family-phoenix-teen-killed-mothers-day-seek-publics-help/12013388002/ |
Skip to main content
Home
Local
Sports
Things to Do
Nation Now
Business
Travel & Explore
Politics
Opinion
Investigations
eNewspaper
Advertise with Us
Obituaries
Archives
Weather
Crosswords
Newsletters
AZ International Auto Show & New Car Buyer's Guide 2020 Model Year
Connect With Us
For Subscribers
Contributor Content
Maricopa County highways, public transit may lose future funding
13 PHOTOS | https://www.azcentral.com/picture-gallery/news/local/phoenix-traffic/2023/06/02/maricopa-county-highways-public-transit-may-lose-future-funding/12014456002/ | 2023-06-02T04:31:09 | 1 | https://www.azcentral.com/picture-gallery/news/local/phoenix-traffic/2023/06/02/maricopa-county-highways-public-transit-may-lose-future-funding/12014456002/ |
GODDARD, Kan. (KSNW) — The Goddard Education Foundation announced Thursday the death of Goddard USD 265 Assistant Superintendant Ryan Jilka.
He died at the age of 50 on Monday, May 29.
“During his 25 years of service to Goddard Public Schools, he impacted thousands of students and families as a teacher, coach, principal, district administrator, and chairman of recent bond campaigns,” the Goddard Education Foundation said.
A memorial service for Jilka will be at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, June 5, at Central Community Church, 6100 W. Maple St. It will be live-streamed on the church’s website, centralcommunity.church.
The Goddard Education Foundation says it is honored to receive contributions in memory of Jilka. They ask you to please visit www.goddardef.org to contribute to the GEF in honor of his life and legacy in Goddard.
Contributions can also be mailed to the Goddard Education Foundation at 201 S. Main St., Goddard, KS 67052. | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/goddard-assistant-superintendent-dies/ | 2023-06-02T04:31:20 | 1 | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/goddard-assistant-superintendent-dies/ |
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — Friday, June 2, marks the first day of Riverfest 2023! The festival will be going on until Saturday, June 10.
There will be food and drinks, a space for kids to play, a parade, a concert and fireworks, among other things.
Here is a schedule of Riverfest events for Friday, June 2:
Medallion Hunt from June 1 to June 8
Get your daily clue for The Eagle Medallion Hunt on Kansas.com. Clues will lead you to the medallion that is hidden somewhere in Sedgwick County.
Admirals’ Breakfast from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at Hyatt Regency Wichita
Past Admiral Windwagon Smiths are hosting the breakfast to celebrate this year’s Admiral Windwagon Smith.
A traditional breakfast will be served.
Quantum Credit Union Food Court – from 11 a.m. to 9:45
You can purchase food and drinks from vendors using tickets sold at the ticket booths. Cash is available from Fidelity Bank ATMs.
During the Food Court Business Lunch, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday, you can get into the food court without a button.
A list of food court vendors can be found here.
Wagonmaster’s River Tour from 5 to 8 p.m. under the Douglas Street bridge
The Wagon Master River Tours take guests along the Arkansas River. Cruises depart under the Douglas Street bridge.
Paddle boats from 5 to 8 p.m. at River Vista
Free with your Riverfest button.
Kids’ Corner from 5 to 10 p.m. at A. Price Woodard Park
The Kids Corner is a place for children to have fun, and each day of the festival holds something new. Activities range from meeting Disney princesses, having dinosaur encounters, having fun with bubbles, balloon art, and more.
There is currently nothing listed on Riverfest’s website for Friday, June 2, but you can check out the entertainment schedule here.
WEEE Entertainment Carnival from 6 to 11 p.m. at 511 S. Water Lot D
There will be a Ferris wheel, Tilt-A-Whirl, Viper, Kiddie Cars and Oscar – the octopus and fish ride and many more.
Admission is free with a Riverfest button. Tickets for rides must be purchased. Riverfest food court tickets will not be accepted for rides.
Hot air balloons from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the 500 block of S Wichita St
The hot air balloons will float above the crowds of Riverfest.
Hot air balloons are subject to wind and weather conditions.
Safelite Autoglass Sundown Parade from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in downtown Wichita
The Sundown Parade, a Riverfest tradition, will be bursting with sights and sounds as it moves through downtown Wichita. The parade route is highlighted in the top right corner of the Riverfest map.
Be sure to say hi to KSN News if you attend!
Shaggy with Cash Hollistah and DJ Caron after the Safelite Autoglass Sundown Parade at Walser Auto Campus Kennedy Plaza Stage
Shaggy, a dancehall artist, will be performing with Cash Hollistah, a hip-hop artist, with DJ Carbon.
The concert is at Century II and will follow the Safelite AutoGlass Sundown Parade. Following the concert will be the Textron Opening Night Fireworks Display.
Admission is free with the purchase of a Riverfest button, but VIP Tickets are available for purchase.
Textron Aviation Opening Night Fireworks after Shaggy along the Arkansas River from Maple/ Waterman to 1st St.
Sit along the Arkansas River bank between Kellogg Avenue and First Street to watch the Textron Opening Night Fireworks. They will begin at 9:45 p.m. and are launching from the Douglas Avenue Bridge.
Daily fun
- Riverfest Carnival
- Drinks and beer garden
- Boats & Bikes at River Vista
Click here for more information about Riverfest’s daily fun.
General information:
Buttons:
Don’t forget to buy your Riverfest button! Buttons are $15 for adults and $5 for children ages 6-12. Admission is free for children under the age of 5. These buttons are good for the duration of the festival. Buttons are available for purchase at any local QuikTrip.
Parking:
VisitWichita has put together an interactive parking map to help you find the most convenient parking option, including covered parking.
Click here to view the interactive map.
Hours:
Riverfest is open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.
Ticket booths close 15-30 minutes prior to the festival grounds closing.
To find more information about Riverfest 2023 and what events are coming up, head to their website or download their app on Google Play or the App Store! | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/it-is-the-first-day-of-riverfest-what-is-there-to-do/ | 2023-06-02T04:31:26 | 0 | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/it-is-the-first-day-of-riverfest-what-is-there-to-do/ |
CLACKAMAS COUNTY, Ore. — A brush fire near Beavercreek has prompt evacuations notices for part of Clackamas County. The fire has burned about 30 acres, according to Clackamas Fire.
The fire is burning near the intersection of South Upper Highland Road and South Lower Highland Road. This is a rural area with homes in the general area.
At around 5:40 p.m. Clackamas Fire officials issued a Level 2 (Be Set) evacuation notice for anyone within a half mile radius of the fire in Beavercreek.
Clackamas fire crews, along with Colton Fire, Oregon Department of Forestry, are working on extinguishing the fire.
Here's what the evacuation levels mean
Level 1 Notice - Be Ready: Residents should be aware of the danger that exists in their area and monitor local media outlets for information. Residents with special needs should take note and begin making arrangements to evacuate. Evacuations at this time are voluntary.
Level 2 Notice - Be Set: This level indicates there is significant danger to your area, and residents should either voluntarily relocate to a shelter or outside of the affected area, or if choosing to remain, to be ready at a moment's notice. Emergency services cannot guarantee that they will be able to notify you if conditions rapidly deteriorate.
Level 3 Notice - Go Now: Danger to your area is current or imminent, and you should leave immediately. Listen to local media and watch for emergency personnel who may be coming by to give further instructions regarding the evacuation.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available. | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/clackamas-county/brush-fire-beavercreek-clackamas-county/283-4ea56e4a-555c-42e8-95fd-bd6d3b48c1bb | 2023-06-02T04:32:26 | 0 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/clackamas-county/brush-fire-beavercreek-clackamas-county/283-4ea56e4a-555c-42e8-95fd-bd6d3b48c1bb |
BORING, Ore. — Two local nonprofits have partnered together to provide more high quality food to low-income families.
Outgrowing Hunger is a non-profit that buys land in the Portland metro area for community gardens. It also utilizes farmland in rural areas. Low-income community members and farmers are then able to grow produce on the land.
Rockwood Community Development focuses on revitalizing northeast Portland. But organizers said their strong administrative team will be influential in helping Outgrowing Hunger apply for federal grants.
"By working together, we're able to leverage resources that support the community through the right channels,” Outgrowing Hunger Executive Director Adam Kohl said.
Kohl has run Outgrowing Hunger since 2011. Now, the non-profit has expanded to the point where 400 families grow and produce on farms or in community gardens.
23 refugees utilize a farm in Boring, Oregon.
"I have green beans. I have white beans. I have a collard greens," Refugee Farmer Zawadi Namukenge said.
Namukenge is from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
She and her sister now live in Oregon, growing crops at the Outgrowing Hunger farm.
Namukenge said some of the produce will be given to community members. She will then keep some for herself and sell the rest.
"When I do farm, I am happy. No stress," Namukenge said.
Kohl said some refugees farm full-time. He expects the partnership with Rockwood Community Development will help Outgrowing Hunger expand and help more low-income families.
"It's a little bit of a tenuous situation, each year we're wondering what's happening next,” Kohl said. “What are we going to do. And through this partnership we're going to be able to focus on longer term strategic planning."
Kohl expects Outgrowing Hunger to buy more farmland and create a hub for farmers to sell produce. But land for community gardens in Portland is expensive. Farmland in rural areas isn’t much cheaper.
Kohl expects those problems to be alleviated by partnering with Rockwood CDC, which he said is more knowledgeable about applying for federal funding. | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/nonprofits-food-accessibility-rockwood-portland/283-027cec68-cd8a-4386-87fb-817adf0cc9ae | 2023-06-02T04:32:32 | 1 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/nonprofits-food-accessibility-rockwood-portland/283-027cec68-cd8a-4386-87fb-817adf0cc9ae |
MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore. — It is a beautiful sight to behold. Multnomah Falls is a popular attraction in the Columbia River Gorge.
But if you want to drive yourself there be ready for congestion, especially on the busiest days and hours.
This is the third year the Oregon Department of Transportation is trying to address the parking and traffic issues with an online permit system through recreation.gov.
On a Thursday there were plenty of times to choose from and it’s only a two dollar processing fee to get a permit.
“You know if our friends hadn’t said anything we’d be clueless,” said Kate visiting the area from California’s Bay Area.
Not everyone knows about the system, especially tourists like Kate and partner John.
“It’s fairly confusing and it’s like. It’s gonna be one at a time permits and I guess you’re going online to do it. And maybe they need to get the word out more,” said John.
If you show up without a permit, there’s a small sign letting you know about it. But there’s also nothing keeping you from taking a parking space.
It’s not until you get to the tunnel to cross closer to the falls and lodge that your permit is checked. Plenty of people were getting on their phones, to do so with help from parking lot ambassadors at the tunnel entrance.
But on busier days like Memorial Day weekend, the traffic backed up anyway.
There was an additional problem, ODOT’s offramp gate, designed to close when the lot is too full, was not working. That allowed traffic to back up dangerously to the freeway. That’s been fixed, but bad timing on a holiday weekend, to say the least.
“The issue is there’s a limited number of parking spots and a bunch of people who want them,” said Taylor Marean.
Marean runs WaterfallShuttle.com, one of several private and public transit options to get you the Multnomah Falls car-less. Shuttles or public transit are a great way to go, but Marean sees a bad situation in the parking lot for drivers.
“There’s no traffic control, there’s no flagging there’s no services; this is Oregon’s most popular natural attraction, what the heck?”
ODOT hopes that as the permit season goes on, things will smooth out. But some wonder if checking for permits after you’re parked makes the most sense.
Wendy Hurley of Camas got a permit ahead of time, but agrees the permit checking process seems backwards.
“It's best to get checked prior. I think it would make the process easier on a busy day, yeah.” | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/parking-multnomah-falls-permit-odot/283-259a92e1-6589-4a7b-b88e-15b040e2ae00 | 2023-06-02T04:32:38 | 1 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/parking-multnomah-falls-permit-odot/283-259a92e1-6589-4a7b-b88e-15b040e2ae00 |
HOT SPRINGS, Ark. — The Hot Springs Police Department is looking for a runaway juvenile after it was reported he didn't show up for school on Thursday.
Devin Baker, 15, has blue eyes, brown hair and was last seen around 7 a.m. on June 1, 2023, in the 2800 block of Malvern Avenue.
Baker is a white male, 5-foot-8 inches tall and around 150 pounds.
Anyone with information regarding Baker's whereabouts is encouraged to contact Detective Woodall at (501) 710-6938 or swoodall@cityhs.net. | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/missing-persons-reports/police-looking-for-teen/91-b316db07-6ddc-434e-b54a-e096ded248f9 | 2023-06-02T04:41:49 | 1 | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/missing-persons-reports/police-looking-for-teen/91-b316db07-6ddc-434e-b54a-e096ded248f9 |
BENTON, Ark. — On Tuesday, Benton officials reported that a third baby was dropped off at the Safe Haven Baby Box near Fire Station 3.
"Within a minute, the personnel at station number 3 were with that baby and had him in their arms," Benton Fire Cheif Russell Evans said.
Less than a week old, the baby boy was dropped off around 5:30 p.m. and is now getting checked up at a hospital before officials find him a home.
"We don't know who came here," Safe Haven Baby Box CEO Monica Kelsey said. "We don't know who this parent was, but we want her to understand how thankful we are that she kept this child safe."
Safe Haven said the three drop-offs at Fire Station 3 in Benton is an Arkansas record and ties a fire station in Indiana for the most nationally.
Less than a month ago, a mother traveled from out of state to make a drop-off at the Fire Station 3 box because her state didn't offer anonymous and safe surrender options.
The organization has had a record 10 surrenders this year, with five babies surrendered to boxes in Arkansas— three in Benton, one in Conway and one in Maumelle.
The Arkansas Department of Health Emergency Medical Services has donated to help the fire stations be more equipped for the babies that come through the boxes.
Each station will now have a kit with medical supplies to help aid the children. | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/third-baby-at-bentons-baby-box/91-2d1130e0-f518-4caa-ade1-64630a7b5b2e | 2023-06-02T04:41:55 | 0 | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/third-baby-at-bentons-baby-box/91-2d1130e0-f518-4caa-ade1-64630a7b5b2e |
Skip to content
Main Navigation
Search
Search for:
Weather
Local
Sports
Entertainment
Investigators
Videos
Newsletters
Live TV
Share
Close
Trending
Watch NBC10 24/7 on Streaming Platforms
Wawa Welcome America
2023 Philly Mayoral Race
Phillies Baseball
Expand
Local
Breaking news and the stories that matter to your neighborhood.
Close Menu
Search for:
Local
U.S. and World
Politics
Weather
Weather Alerts
School Closings
See It, Share It
Sports
Phillies
Eagles
Sixers
Flyers
NBC Sports Philadelphia
Investigators
NBC10 Responds
Submit a tip
Watch The Lineup
Philly Live
Entertainment
Wawa Welcome America
About NBC10 Philadelphia
Our News Standards
Share a News Tip or Feedback
Share a Consumer Complaint
Share Photos and Video
Our Apps
Newsletters
Cozi TV
Follow Us
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
Contact Us | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/90-philly-schools-to-close-early-friday-due-to-extreme-heat/3577753/ | 2023-06-02T04:55:55 | 1 | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/90-philly-schools-to-close-early-friday-due-to-extreme-heat/3577753/ |
Skip to content
Main Navigation
Search
Search for:
Weather
Local
Sports
Entertainment
Investigators
Videos
Newsletters
Live TV
Share
Close
Trending
Watch NBC10 24/7 on Streaming Platforms
Wawa Welcome America
2023 Philly Mayoral Race
Phillies Baseball
Expand
Local
Breaking news and the stories that matter to your neighborhood.
Close Menu
Search for:
Local
U.S. and World
Politics
Weather
Weather Alerts
School Closings
See It, Share It
Sports
Phillies
Eagles
Sixers
Flyers
NBC Sports Philadelphia
Investigators
NBC10 Responds
Submit a tip
Watch The Lineup
Philly Live
Entertainment
Wawa Welcome America
About NBC10 Philadelphia
Our News Standards
Share a News Tip or Feedback
Share a Consumer Complaint
Share Photos and Video
Our Apps
Newsletters
Cozi TV
Follow Us
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
Contact Us | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/board-approves-philly-school-improvement-plan-that-includes-pilot-for-year-round-schooling/3577756/ | 2023-06-02T04:56:01 | 0 | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/board-approves-philly-school-improvement-plan-that-includes-pilot-for-year-round-schooling/3577756/ |
Skip to content
Main Navigation
Search
Search for:
Weather
Local
Sports
Entertainment
Investigators
Videos
Newsletters
Live TV
Share
Close
Trending
Watch NBC10 24/7 on Streaming Platforms
Wawa Welcome America
2023 Philly Mayoral Race
Phillies Baseball
Expand
Local
Breaking news and the stories that matter to your neighborhood.
Close Menu
Search for:
Local
U.S. and World
Politics
Weather
Weather Alerts
School Closings
See It, Share It
Sports
Phillies
Eagles
Sixers
Flyers
NBC Sports Philadelphia
Investigators
NBC10 Responds
Submit a tip
Watch The Lineup
Philly Live
Entertainment
Wawa Welcome America
About NBC10 Philadelphia
Our News Standards
Share a News Tip or Feedback
Share a Consumer Complaint
Share Photos and Video
Our Apps
Newsletters
Cozi TV
Follow Us
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
Contact Us | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/high-school-student-killed-in-crash-with-dump-truck-at-nj-gas-station/3577757/ | 2023-06-02T04:56:07 | 0 | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/high-school-student-killed-in-crash-with-dump-truck-at-nj-gas-station/3577757/ |
Skip to content
Main Navigation
Search
Search for:
Weather
Local
Sports
Entertainment
Investigators
Videos
Newsletters
Live TV
Share
Close
Trending
Watch NBC10 24/7 on Streaming Platforms
Wawa Welcome America
2023 Philly Mayoral Race
Phillies Baseball
Expand
Local
Breaking news and the stories that matter to your neighborhood.
Close Menu
Search for:
Local
U.S. and World
Politics
Weather
Weather Alerts
School Closings
See It, Share It
Sports
Phillies
Eagles
Sixers
Flyers
NBC Sports Philadelphia
Investigators
NBC10 Responds
Submit a tip
Watch The Lineup
Philly Live
Entertainment
Wawa Welcome America
About NBC10 Philadelphia
Our News Standards
Share a News Tip or Feedback
Share a Consumer Complaint
Share Photos and Video
Our Apps
Newsletters
Cozi TV
Follow Us
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
Contact Us | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/temple-police-union-calls-for-resignation-of-vp-of-public-safety/3577761/ | 2023-06-02T04:56:13 | 0 | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/temple-police-union-calls-for-resignation-of-vp-of-public-safety/3577761/ |
OAK HARBOR, Wash. — An Oak Harbor resident snapped a photo of a black bear wandering through their yard on Thursday.
The Island County Sheriff's Office said the sight is an uncommon one on Whidbey Island, however, the agency noted there have been more sightings as of late. Black bears are good swimmers and have been known to visit islands from time to time.
Deputies were alerted to the sighting in the Strawberry Point area of Oak Harbor. A community member spotted what they believed to be a bear roaming the area and was able to take a picture to share with them.
According to the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW), there are hundreds of complaints each year about bear sightings in urban areas.
The best way to avoid conflict with bears is to use prevention methods, including making sure wild animals can't access trash, pet food, bird feeders or any type of food storage.
Bears are known to opportunistically seek out food in areas where natural foods are scarce, according to WDFW.
In the event that someone comes into close contact with a bear, WDFW offers these tips:
- Stop, remain calm, and assess the situation. If the bear seems unaware of you, move away quietly when it’s not looking in your direction. Continue to observe the animal as you retreat, watching for changes in its behavior.
- If a bear walks toward you, identify yourself as a human by standing up, waving your hands above your head, and talking to the bear in a low voice.
- Don’t throw anything at the bear that the bear could interpret as a threat or a challenge.
- If you cannot safely move away from the bear or the bear continues toward you, scare it away by clapping your hands, stomping your feet, yelling and staring the animal in the eyes. If you are in a group, stand shoulder-to-shoulder and raise and wave your arms to appear intimidating. The more it persists the more aggressive your response should be. If you have bear spray, use it.
- Do not run from the bear. Bears can run up to 35 mph and running may trigger an attack. Climbing a tree is generally not recommended as an escape from an aggressive black bear, as black bears are adept climbers and may follow you up a tree. | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/bear-sighting-whidbey-island/281-6d8c170d-be5e-4d5a-a6ca-68793adb8bfb | 2023-06-02T04:59:14 | 1 | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/bear-sighting-whidbey-island/281-6d8c170d-be5e-4d5a-a6ca-68793adb8bfb |
Skip to content
Main Navigation
Search
Search for:
Local
Weather
Responds
Investigations
Video
Sports
Entertainment
Newsletters
Live TV
Share
Close
Trending
June Astronomy: Look Up! 🌖
Gerber Baby Search 👶🏽
Hurricane Season Begins 🌀
Sign Up for Good News 😊
Watch Us 24/7 📺
Expand
Local
The latest news from around North Texas. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/efforts-continue-in-dallas-to-stop-teen-crime/3269566/ | 2023-06-02T05:02:18 | 1 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/efforts-continue-in-dallas-to-stop-teen-crime/3269566/ |
A Dallas nonprofit is celebrating a huge milestone as it continues its mission to make sure no family goes without lifesaving medicine.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul of North Texas has a freestanding charitable pharmacy in Dallas, the first of its kind in Texas.
Recently, the organization has officially surpassed the fulfillment of 200,000 prescriptions, at a value of $55 million (AWP). That’s free prescriptions for thousands of families across the state who don't have insurance and live at or below the poverty level.
“The $55 million milestone in free prescriptions is significant and a tangible reminder of the great work we are doing in our community, and how vital our services are,” said Luis Gonzalez, CEO of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of North Texas. “We are grateful to our supporters who have helped grow the Pharmacy, and we look forward to the future as we continue to grow the Pharmacy’s reach and capabilities, beyond ever who we are serving today.”
The pharmacy opened its Dallas location in 2018 but the need has spiked dramatically since the pandemic.
From 2021 to 2022, the pharmacy realized a 165% percent increase in prescriptions dispensed.
Local
The latest news from around North Texas.
While the pharmacy fills a variety of different prescriptions, Basaglar insulin - which is used for diabetes management - is the most common prescription dispensed, and it has been for the last two years. For the uninsured, a 90-day supply of Basaglar typically costs approximately $750 out-of-pocket.
Since the day the free pharmacy opened in North Texas, 5,480 individuals have been served, with 2,879 alone in the last fiscal year. The Pharmacy dispensed 9,596 prescriptions in March 2023, alone.
In 2021, the pharmacy was able to get more funding to expand its services and deliver prescriptions to homes across the state.
Individuals who wish to receive medications through SVdP must complete a brief application process and meet four qualifications:
- They must have no health insurance coverage
- Earn a household income at or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Level
- Proof of residence in the state of Texas
- Have a valid prescription.
Based on these qualifications, 1 in 6 Texans would qualify for service at the SVdP Pharmacy.
“The number is a hard reality that there are so many people in our state who can’t afford the medication they need to survive,” said Carlos Irula, Pharmacist-In-Charge for the St. Vincent de Paul Pharmacy. “God has blessed us with an outstanding staff and an amazing mission. Getting to this milestone, we’ve learned a lot and gotten to know so many of our neighbors and are grateful we could solve this healthcare issue for them and provide them free medication."
Outside of the free pharmacy, SVdP also provides emergency assistance to people in need in the forms of rent, utilities, food and hygiene aid. They also facilitate other programs like afterschool education for students and low-interest loans for those trapped in debt.
To learn more about the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, visit www.svdpdallas.org. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/free-pharmacy-in-dallas-surpasses-200000-prescriptions-for-families-in-need-across-texas/3269398/ | 2023-06-02T05:02:25 | 1 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/free-pharmacy-in-dallas-surpasses-200000-prescriptions-for-families-in-need-across-texas/3269398/ |
Skip to content
Main Navigation
Search
Search for:
Local
Weather
Responds
Investigations
Video
Sports
Entertainment
Newsletters
Live TV
Share
Close
Trending
June Astronomy: Look Up! 🌖
Gerber Baby Search 👶🏽
Hurricane Season Begins 🌀
Sign Up for Good News 😊
Watch Us 24/7 📺
Expand
Local
The latest news from around North Texas. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/free-pharmacy-in-dallas-surpasses-200000-prescriptions-for-families-in-need/3269595/ | 2023-06-02T05:02:31 | 0 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/free-pharmacy-in-dallas-surpasses-200000-prescriptions-for-families-in-need/3269595/ |
Skip to content
Main Navigation
Search
Search for:
Local
Weather
Responds
Investigations
Video
Sports
Entertainment
Newsletters
Live TV
Share
Close
Trending
June Astronomy: Look Up! 🌖
Gerber Baby Search 👶🏽
Hurricane Season Begins 🌀
Sign Up for Good News 😊
Watch Us 24/7 📺
Expand
Local
The latest news from around North Texas. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/north-texas-superintendent-arrested-after-sex-sting-operation/3269568/ | 2023-06-02T05:02:37 | 0 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/north-texas-superintendent-arrested-after-sex-sting-operation/3269568/ |
Skip to content
Main Navigation
Search
Search for:
Local
Weather
Responds
Investigations
Video
Sports
Entertainment
Newsletters
Live TV
Share
Close
Trending
June Astronomy: Look Up! 🌖
Gerber Baby Search 👶🏽
Hurricane Season Begins 🌀
Sign Up for Good News 😊
Watch Us 24/7 📺
Expand
Local
The latest news from around North Texas. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/officials-call-for-strip-club-to-be-shut-down/3269575/ | 2023-06-02T05:02:44 | 1 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/officials-call-for-strip-club-to-be-shut-down/3269575/ |
As “Monica” opens, we see the title character on her phone, making a short series of calls that, it is soon revealed, is in preparation to return from Los Angeles to help care for her terminally ill mother.
That return, however, is complicated, to say the least, because Monica is a trans woman, estranged from her mother and brother and struggling to survive mentally and materially after being kicked out of the family decades before.
That’s the gist of director Andrea Pallaoro’s tightly focused intimate film that’s as much character study as family drama.
The character under study is, obviously, Monica, who’s played by Trace Lysette, a transgender woman and actress best known for playing a stripper in “Hustlers” and a yoga teacher in the Amazon series “Transparent” in her first lead role.
Literally in every scene in the movie, Lysette delivers a quietly powerful performance, conveying Monica’s pain and confusion, her work as a masseuse, video sex worker and, perhaps, a prostitute, and her affection for the woman who rejected her, putting her on a bus and sending her away.
People are also reading…
Mother Eugenia is played by Patricia Clarkson, who, as always, is excellent. This time she portrays a woman suffering from a brain tumor, refusing treatment and medicine and, therefore, dying in her home, where she’s cared for by her son, Monica’s brother Paul (Joshua Close), his wife Laura (Emily Browning) and the kind Leticia (Adriana Barraza).
There are powerful, small moments scattered throughout the tightly framed, shadow-saturated film that often finds Monica and the other characters speaking from outside the frame, or their faces cut in half or deep in shadows.
For example, Eugenia seemingly does not recognize her child when they’re introduced, even asking her name. Monica responds. Eugenia asks if it is a family name. The answer: She chose the name herself. To which Eugenia responds that she would have liked to have chosen her name.
Monica’s hurt and confusion are palpable as the question of whether Eugenia knows her child has come home is raised for the first time in the movie, which refuses to be conventional, visually and plot-wise.
That means “Monica” isn’t tied up with a touching, uplifting Hollywood-style ending. Nor is everything that is going on with her and the family spelled out in the quiet picture’s spare dialogue.
But the movie works on its own terms, effectively looking at Monica through Lysette’s superb performance that powerfully brings a trans woman and her life to the screen. | https://journalstar.com/life-entertainment/local/review-trace-lysette-carries-monica-as-trans-woman-who-reconnects-with-dying-mother/article_d934c7fc-ff02-11ed-b451-5b2715dd17a4.html | 2023-06-02T05:03:35 | 0 | https://journalstar.com/life-entertainment/local/review-trace-lysette-carries-monica-as-trans-woman-who-reconnects-with-dying-mother/article_d934c7fc-ff02-11ed-b451-5b2715dd17a4.html |
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — An event featuring a market and costume contest was held in Kingsport to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
High Voltage Kingsport hosted “Superheroes for Cystic Fibrosis” on Thursday evening.
To raise money, vendors sold handmade goods, a raffle has held, and the venue donated $1 for each pint sold.
Costume contests were held for adults and children for prizes. | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/kingsport-event-raises-money-for-cystic-fibrosis/ | 2023-06-02T05:04:26 | 1 | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/kingsport-event-raises-money-for-cystic-fibrosis/ |
TAMPA, Fla. — City of Tampa officials are set to discuss the future of its police department at 7:45 a.m. Friday, June 2.
Mayor Jane Castor will be joined by Police Interim Chief Lee Bercaw for a news conference at the Tampa Police Department Headquarters, the city announced in a news release.
The city did not specifically say what topics will be discussed at the event, but it is highly anticipated to be surrounded on the subject of the police department's police chief.
Back in December of 2022, former Tampa Police Chief Mary O'Connor resigned from her position as top cop of the department after an internal affairs investigation into a golf cart traffic stop in which body camera video showed her displaying her credentials and saying, "I'm hoping that you'll just let us go tonight."
The Nov. 12 encounter in Pinellas County involving O'Connor's husband did not meet the level of "high standards for ethical and professional behavior that apply to every member of our police force," Castor said in a previous statement. O'Connor's husband was behind the wheel of the golf cart, which authorities say didn't have a license plate and was being driven outside a residential area.
Tampa City Council then voted unanimously on Dec. 15, 2022, to officially appoint Bercaw the position of interim chief of police in Tampa. He has served that role ever since.
10 Tampa Bay's Andrea Chu and Claire Farrow contributed to this report. | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/hillsboroughcounty/tampa-police-department-future/67-3fbc8ecc-a282-4e37-be62-82e41e17bdf6 | 2023-06-02T05:14:51 | 1 | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/hillsboroughcounty/tampa-police-department-future/67-3fbc8ecc-a282-4e37-be62-82e41e17bdf6 |
SARASOTA, Fla. — The New College of Florida trustees dominated by conservatives appointed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis chose a new mascot Thursday for the Sarasota school: The Mighty Banyans.
The tree mascot will replace one that has been in use since 1997, which is the mathematical formulation of the Null Set. That's usually expressed as "( )" and was viewed by many students, faculty and alumni as perfectly suited to the quirky, historically progressive college that doesn't use traditional grades.
This new mascot features a brown, fierce-looking banyan tree with “arm” branches raised in a muscular flex pose. It does retain the Null Set brackets as eyebrows and sports a leafy hairdo. New College is adorned with banyan trees big enough for a person to climb inside on its bayside campus.
“It needed to be something uniquely New College," said interim President Richard Corcoran.
Among many changes under the new trustees, New College is upgrading its sports teams to include baseball, softball, soccer and basketball, Corcoran said. Mariano Jimenez, a former coach at Team USA Baseball and former sports agent, has already been hired as athletic director and baseball coach.
Yet even this decision was not without controversy. Trustee Grace Keenan, president of the New College student government, criticized the process as leaving out too many students and others who would want input into choosing a new school mascot.
“There are a lot of hurt feelings as to how this has gone down. It’s not a good look," said Keenan, noting the design by a student was just unveiled Thursday.
Corcoran, however, said he has discussed the mascot with numerous people over the past weeks. Corcoran also circulated a survey that included 16 choices for a mascot, ranging from Sea Turtles to Gamechangers, although the list did not include Mighty Banyans.
“It’s not like there hasn’t been conversations and inclusion," he said.
New College has become the focal point of a campaign by DeSantis, who last week announced he is running for the Republican presidential nomination, to rid higher education in the state of he calls left-leaning “woke” indoctrination on campuses.
The new trustees previously terminated the school’s president in favor of Corcoran and scrapped the college’s small office of diversity, equity and inclusion. Later, the trustees denied tenure to five professors despite criticism that such a move poses a threat to academic freedom.
Keenan said the trustees missed a chance to build bridges with students, faculty and alumni by pushing forward with the mascot vote.
“We’re trying to develop relationships, and trust and credibility. I think something like this is where we can collaborate,” she said. | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/sarasotacounty/conservative-trustees-mighty-banyans-mascot-florida-college/67-a4ed7cad-51e3-4b07-abb3-60824e008552 | 2023-06-02T05:14:57 | 1 | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/sarasotacounty/conservative-trustees-mighty-banyans-mascot-florida-college/67-a4ed7cad-51e3-4b07-abb3-60824e008552 |
Events
Friday, June 2
HOLY TRINITY GREEK FESTIVAL: 5 to 10 p.m. June 2, noon to 11 p.m. June 3, noon to 10 p.m. June 4; authentic Greek food, dance performances, live music; Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 7004 Ridge Ave., Egg Harbor Township. 609-653-8092.
JOHN KING AND JANET PAYNE OPENING RECEPTION: 4 to 6 p.m.; featuring artists John King and Janet Payne; the artists' works will be on display through the month of June; Harbor Gallery at the Nature Center of Cape May, 1600 Delaware Ave., Cape May. 609-427-3045.
Saturday, June 3
2023 NEW JERSEY ARTS ANNUAL EXHIBITION CLOSING RECEPTION: 1 to 4 p.m.; meet the artists and see their artwork during the closing reception of this year's New Jersey Arts Annual exhibition; food, refreshments, and live music; artwork addresses life and the climate; Stockton University Kramer Hall, 30 Front St., Hammonton. 609-626-3805 or noyesmuseum.org.
People are also reading…
ACUA'S HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DROP-OFF: 8 a.m. to noon; safely dispose of hazardous materials including, oil-based paint, motor oil, fluorescent light bulbs, rechargeable batteries and more at ACUA's drop-off event; Atlantic County Utilities Authority, 6700 Delilah Road, Egg Harbor Township. 609-272-6950 or acua.com.
ATLANTIC CITY BEER AND MUSIC FESTIVAL: June 3, 4; 17th Annual Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival presented by Ocean Casino Resort; two days of live music, craft beers, food and activities; Hops Trot 5K on June 4; Bader Field, 545 N. Albany Ave., Atlantic City; $62-$159. acbeerfest.com.
AVALON HISTORY CENTER LECTURE: 1 to 2 p.m.; lecture with Jerry McNeff as he examines the life of Charles Lindbergh, both his exploits and his foibles; Tennis Building, 250 39th St., Avalon. 609-967-7155 or avalonfreelibrary.org.
FLOUNDER FISHING LECTURE: 11 a.m. to noon; captain Barrett Francis will discuss local flounder fishery; Public Library, 235 32nd St., Avalon. 609-967-7155 or avalonfreelibrary.org.
LIGHTHOUSE FULL MOON CLIMB: 8 to 10 p.m.; climb the lighthouse under the full moon; Cape May Lighthouse, 215 Light House Ave., Cape May; $12. 609-884-5404 or capemaymac.org.
RACIAL EQUITY: COLOR-CODED INEQUALITIES PROGRAM: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; social justice program featuring a panel and group discussions focusing on a range of topics such as housing stability, generational wealth building, youth violence, conflict resolution and more; Stockton University - Atlantic City Campus, 3711 Atlantic Ave., Atlantic City. tsloan814@aol.com.
STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE BASH: noon to 3 p.m.; fundraiser for Vineland Memorial Veteran's Home; all-you-can-eat Strawberry Shortcake; pulled pork and hamburger platters available; eat-in or take-out; rain or shine; Redeemer Lutheran Church, 2384 E. Landis Ave., Vineland; $6. 856-691-4278.
WALK-IN JOB SKILLS LAB: 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays through June 24; receive assistance with job-related tasks; Public Library, 1 N. Tennessee Ave., Atlantic City. 609-345-2269 or acfpl.org.
Sunday, June 4
LE TOUR DE DOWNBEACH FAMILY FRIENDLY BIKE RIDE: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 2023 Tour de Downbeach Family Friendly Bike Ride, “Happy Ride”; rain date June 11; 14-mile bicycle tour; meet at Newport Avenue and the Boardwalk, 6500 Atlantic Ave., Ventnor; $25. margatehasmore.com.
NORTH TO SHORE JERSEY FESTIVAL: NJ ARTS ANNUAL ART EXHIBITION: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; 2023 New Jersey Arts Annual Art Exhibition; state-wide juried exhibition; Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University, 2200 Fairmount Ave., Atlantic City. 609-626-3420 or noyesmuseum.org.
For kids
Saturday, June 3
'A HUMDINGER OF A CRAFT AND STORYTIME': 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.; for ages 3 and older; bird-centered storytime and craft; Egg Harbor Township/Atlantic County Library System, 1 Swift Drive, Egg Harbor Township; registration required. 609-927-8664 or atlanticlibrary.org.
'DEATH OVER DONUTS' MYSTERY GAME: 11 a.m. to noon; celebrate National Donut Day with a "Whodunit" mystery game for ages 13 to 18; Public Library, 1 N. Tennessee Ave., Atlantic City. 609-345-2269, ext. 3050 or acfpl.org.
DROP-IN LEGO PLAYTIME: 1 to 2 p.m. Saturdays through August; Egg Harbor Township/Atlantic County Library System, 1 Swift Drive, Egg Harbor Township. 609-927-8664 or atlanticlibrary.org.
SATURDAY FAMILY STORYTIME: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturdays through August; Egg Harbor Township/Atlantic County Library System, 1 Swift Drive, Egg Harbor Township. 609-927-8664 or atlanticlibrary.org.
Groups
Friday, June 2
AMERICAN MAH JONGG: 1 to 3 p.m. Fridays; Wildwood Crest Branch, 6300 Atlantic Ave., Wildwood Crest. 609-463-6350 or events.cmclibrary.org.
CONVERSATIONAL LENAPE LANGUAGE - WITH TERI HISLOP: 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Fridays; newcomers welcome; Lower Cape Branch, 2600 Bayshore Road, Lower Township. 609-463-6350 or events.cmclibrary.org.
'LIGHTBULB' ONLINE GROUP: 3 to 4 p.m. Fridays; virtual group presented by the Mental Health Association in New Jersey; weekly online discussion group and forum to ask questions about mental health and wellness. 609-652-3800 or MHANJ.org.
Saturday, June 3
KNIGHTS OF THE SQUARE TABLE CHESS CLUB: 1 to 3 p.m. every other Saturday through Aug. 26; open to all ages; Absecon branch/Atlantic County Library System, 305 New Jersey Ave., Absecon; registration requested. 609-646-2228 or atlanticlibrary.org.
Health, fitness
Friday, June 2
YOGA WITH TANYA DELFINI: 10 to 11 a.m. Fridays through December; no class Sept. 8, Nov. 10, 24; Cape May County Library/Sea Isle City Branch, 4800 Central Ave., Sea Isle City. 609-463-6350 or events.cmclibrary.org.
Sunday, June 4
MEDITATION - ONLINE GROUP: 7:15 to 8 p.m. Sundays; offered by The Mental Health Association in Atlantic County; staff offer a guided calming meditation or breathing exercise; to receive a link by email and join the group online, email btrendler@mhanj.org. 609-652-3800 or MHAAC.info.
Music
Friday, June 2
MUSIC TO MY EARS - ONLINE: 7 to 10 p.m. Fridays through Aug. 4; uplifting online discussion group in which participants share favorite music selections and what it means to them; virtual event hosted by the Mental Health Association in New Jersey. 609-652-3800 or mhanj.org.
Saturday, June 3
CAPE MAY COUNTY STRING BAND: 2 to 3 p.m.; performance will feature the traditional String Band music heard at the Philadelphia Mummers' Parade; Cape May County Park & Zoo, 707 U.S. 9, Middle Township. 609-463-6350 or events.cmclibrary.org.
JOHN WAITE CONCERT: 8 to 10 p.m.; see John Waite perform his iconic rock show; Levoy Theatre, 126-130 N. High St., Millville; $59. 856-327-6400 or levoy.net.
Sunday, June 4
NORTH TO SHORE JERSEY FESTIVAL: YOUTH JAZZ RECITAL: 2 to 4 p.m.; the Chicken Bone Beach Historical Foundation will hold its second Youth Jazz Recital; Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University, 2200 Fairmount Ave., Atlantic City; free. 609-626-3420 or noyesmuseum.org.
PIPE ORGAN BENEFIT CONCERT: 4 to 5 p.m.; Monte Maxwell, renowned organist, will be performing a concert at St. Nicholas of Tolentine to benefit the third phase of restoration of the interior of the church; St. Nicholas of Tolentine Church, 1409 Pacific Ave., Atlantic City. nickmyers87@me.com. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/community-calendar/article_69a6c6c8-ffdf-11ed-87d5-0ff3e7b50743.html | 2023-06-02T05:24:33 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/community-calendar/article_69a6c6c8-ffdf-11ed-87d5-0ff3e7b50743.html |
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE — Sixth graders from Wildwood Middle School learned about their dream careers during Atlantic Cape Community College’s second annual Career Exploration Fair, held May 23 at the Cape May County campus.
The fair was a collaborative event between the middle school and Atlantic Cape Workforce Development. More than 50 students from the middle school were in attendance and were divided into three groups that traveled to various info tables where they learned from career professionals what it is like to work in their field.
Professionals included staff from Atlantic Cape’s nursing, arts, culinary arts, communication and technology fields, in addition to local leaders in finance, law enforcement, health and human services, education, natural resources, business, management and administration.
“This is an incredible program," Wildwood Middle School special education teacher Jonathan Long said in a news release. "It is invaluable to the students to have them come here and experience the types of career opportunities that are available."
People are also reading…
For more information, visit workforce.atlantic.edu. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/education/wildwood-middle-school-students-attend-atlantic-cape-career-exploration-fair/article_0c4aec14-009a-11ee-9359-1fff377d8fa8.html | 2023-06-02T05:24:39 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/education/wildwood-middle-school-students-attend-atlantic-cape-career-exploration-fair/article_0c4aec14-009a-11ee-9359-1fff377d8fa8.html |
MARGATE — A charity golf tournament benefiting both Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties and the Milton & Betty Katz Jewish Community Center raised more than $135,000 on May 18.
The NFI & The Brown Family Fore Charity Golf Tournament brought more than 170 golfers to Harbor Pines Golf Club in Egg Harbor Township. The team representing Jewish Family Service won the tournament.
“The funds raised from the golf tournament will support agency programs and services which continue to experience immense need from many people in the region," Andrea Steinberg, CEO of Jewish Family Service, said in a news release. "We are grateful to our naming sponsor, NFI and The Brown Family, as well as staff and volunteers who were able to assist at this annual fundraiser.”
For more information on Jewish Family Service, visit jfsatlantic.org. For more information on the Katz JCC, visit jccatlantic.org. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/golf-tournament-raises-135-000-for-jewish-family-service-and-jcc/article_55539be0-ffe6-11ed-9659-c31e3297a665.html | 2023-06-02T05:24:45 | 1 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/golf-tournament-raises-135-000-for-jewish-family-service-and-jcc/article_55539be0-ffe6-11ed-9659-c31e3297a665.html |
CONVERSE, Texas — Some lucky person in Converse has two million more reasons to be happy after matching five numbers on a Powerball ticket.
They will claim a Powerball prize worth $2 million for the drawing on May 15. They purchased their ticket at the Z-Mart on the 3800 block of Quiet Meadow Street in San Antonio.
They have chosen to remain anonymous.
The winner's lucky ticket matched all five of the white ball numbers drawn (1-26-28-55-58), but not the red Powerball number (25). The Power Play number was 2.
MORE LOCAL STORIES
Learn more about KENS 5:
Since going on the air in 1950, KENS 5 has strived to be the best, most trusted news and entertainment source for generations of San Antonians.
KENS 5 has brought numerous firsts to South Texas television, including being the first local station with a helicopter, the first with its own Doppler radar and the first to air a local morning news program.
Over the years, KENS 5 has worked to transform local news. Our cameras have been the lens bringing history into local viewers' homes. We're proud of our legacy as we serve San Antonians today.
Today, KENS 5 continues to set the standard in local broadcasting and is recognized by its peers for excellence and innovation. The KENS 5 News team focuses on stories that really matter to our community.
You can find KENS 5 in more places than ever before, including KENS5.com, the KENS 5 app, the KENS 5 YouTube channel, KENS 5's Roku and Fire TV apps, and across social media on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and more!
Want to get in touch with someone at KENS 5? You can send a message using our Contacts page or email one of our team members. | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/converse-resident-wins-2m-powerball-prize-lottery-texas-winner-san-antonio-money-cash/273-33611808-a8bc-4624-8e60-87fe6bfe82ac | 2023-06-02T05:34:06 | 0 | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/converse-resident-wins-2m-powerball-prize-lottery-texas-winner-san-antonio-money-cash/273-33611808-a8bc-4624-8e60-87fe6bfe82ac |
DALLAS — You know that old trope you see and movies and cartoons where dogs attack postal workers? Well, turns out there's some truth behind it -- so much so that dog attacks on mail carriers is something the United States Postal Service (USPS) tracks.
And in Texas, it seems like dogs particularly love attacking postal workers: Texas ranked as second-worst state for do attacks on mail carriers in 2022 with 404 of them. Texas's volume of dog attacks trailed only that of California's 675 last year.
As cities go, Dallas ranked as the third-worst city in the country with 44 dog attacks in 2022, trailing only the No. 1-ranked Houston (57 attacks) and No. 2-ranked Los Angeles 48 attacks).
Beyond the old cliché of dogs just despising mail deliverers, there's some real danger at play when these attacks happens, the USPS said.
“When letter carriers deliver mail in our communities, dogs that are not secured or leashed can become a nemesis and unpredictable and attack,” said USPS employee safety and health awareness manager Leeann Theriault in a statement. “Help us deliver your mail safely by keeping your dog secure and out of the way before your carrier arrives.”
USPS says more than 5,300 of their employees were attacked by dogs while delivering mail last year, and that aggressive dog behavior is a common safety concern they face.
This June, the USPS is running a campaign called National Dog Bite Awareness Week with a theme of "Even good dogs have bad days."
USPS advises that pet owners securing their dogs before their mail carrier approaches will minimize potentially dangerous interactions. They also advise that pet owners to keep dogs either inside, behind a fence, on a leash or away from the door when the mail traditionally arrives at their door.
Children should also not take mail directly from a carrier either, USPS advises, as dogs may view the carrier as a threat to the child.
“When our mail carriers are bitten, it is usually a ‘good dog’ that had not previously behaved in a menacing way,” said USPS Occupational Safety and Health Senior Director Linda DeCarlo in a statement. “In 2022, too many aggressive dogs impacted the lives of our employees while delivering the mail. Please help us reduce that number by being a responsible pet owner who secures their dog as we deliver the mail.”
USPS mail carriers are also trained to be alert and to respect a dog's territory while delivering, as well as trained on how to react should a dog attack or try to attack them.
“Recently, I was delivering to a customer’s mailbox and was nearly bitten by their large aggressive dog,” said Swain Lowe, a letter carrier in Manassas, Virginia. “Despite the dog being behind a fence, it still managed to jump over and charge me. Thankfully, I was aware of it and remembered not to run but to turn and use my satchel as a shield to prevent what could have been a terrible bite.” | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/dallas-dogs-attacked-third-highest-amount-postal-workers-usps/287-1eb3e7a7-af2f-4f28-9f56-97058ec34b5c | 2023-06-02T05:34:12 | 0 | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/dallas-dogs-attacked-third-highest-amount-postal-workers-usps/287-1eb3e7a7-af2f-4f28-9f56-97058ec34b5c |
SAN ANTONIO — Scammers are exploiting commonly searched phrases to give you links that will try to trick you into giving up money or personal information. So, stay on the safe side and do not search certain phrases.
A quick search is an easy way to find a contact for a company’s customer service information, but scammers use it as a way to direct communications to them.
“They handle these calls, hundreds a day and they’ll sound just like the technician,” said Peter Warmka, a cybersecurity expert with The Counterintelligence Agency.
Instead, go directly to the company’s webpage and find the “contact us” tab.
One of the best ways to make sure you are not a victim of identity thief is to monitor your credit report. You are able to get a copy for no cost but never search “free credit report.”
“They’re going to ask you for all this really, really crucial information,” Warmka said.
It could include your date of birth and Social Security number. That makes it easy to steal your identity.
Instead, go directly to AnnualCreditReport.com for a free credit report.
Job seekers should stay away from searching “high-paying remote jobs.” The Better Business Bureau (BBB) said employment scams in Texas are skyrocketing.
“Cybercriminals are just extremely tricky now,” said Jason Meza with the BBB. “They’re doing their homework. They know who the people that are in positions of hiring. They know the recruiting agencies. They know the companies that are probably hiring as well and they’re posing, imitating, duplicating.”
Watch out for offers that say you are “automatically qualified,” or ask you to pay for equipment. Avoid this common habit any time you search something:
“We click on the usually the top three (results), so again, fraudsters have capitalized on that,” said Michael Skiba, known as Dr. Fraud.
Also, be careful when you do a web search on your cell phone.
“The issue is just the text is smaller, the screen is smaller so a lot of times you can’t see certain things as opposed to on a laptop,” Skiba said. “So just do a little more due diligence if you’re actually on your mobile phone doing these searches because things, those red flags, aren’t going to jump out to you.”
Also, look at the web address. If it is really long, it can be an imposter website. | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/dont-search-these-phrases-scam/273-a4f2d5e6-de7a-4540-bd70-0b8918d83272 | 2023-06-02T05:34:18 | 1 | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/dont-search-these-phrases-scam/273-a4f2d5e6-de7a-4540-bd70-0b8918d83272 |
FORT WORTH, Texas — As Pride month begins, a Fort Worth artist says she has been uninvited from a weekend artisans market based on her support of LGBTQ+ organizations. And the social media response to that decision has been fierce.
Carlie Alaniz sells homemade mugs, pots, candles and other art. Her company, Lucky Pot Co., makes appearances at local weekend markets, including The Roots Market which held its first event this past Mother's Day weekend at 1250 W. Magnolia Avenue in Fort Worth.
But on Wednesday, May 31, Alaniz said she received the following message from The Roots Market:
"...we wanted to clarify some things with you! We first want to apologize for accepting your application and not doing our research before hand. Our business (the Market) has values just like any other business. Our values are biblically based, we do not have the same views as LGBTQ+. We apologize for accepting your application and not doing our research before hand, and we will be refunding you your vendor fee now! Thank you... we wish you the best."
Alaniz said she has already received a refund of the $50 vendor fee.
"My initial response was, I was more shocked at first," Alaniz told WFAA of what she admits was a decidedly "polite" rejection letter.
"After the shock wore off, I kind of got mad," she said.
But a competing market, the Wandering Roots Markets, where Alaniz has also sold her art before, heard about the situation and offered her a free spot at their market at the Tanger Outlets in Fort Worth this weekend.
In a written statement to WFAA, co-founder and event coordinator Shea Dardis said:
"Wandering Roots Markets was established in 2020 by two LBGTQIA+ allies and has hosted The Lucky Pot and many other members of the DFW queer community. Wandering Roots Markets are and always have been a safe and welcoming space for creatives of all race, religion and sexual orientation to market and sell their handcrafted goods."
On Thursday, in a Facebook post to counter social media chatter where some people have been confused over which market is which, Wandering Roots Markets posted "Y'all Means ALL at Wandering Roots Markets."
"They've taken it with grace basically," Alaniz said. "And hey, we're like two different things."
WFAA has not received a response to a request for comment from The Roots Market. Email and social media requests were not answered. But it's important to point out, and Alaniz said she recognizes this as well, that what a faith-based organization does and who they include and who they do not, is not necessarily illegal according to Supreme Court precedent.
But she does find it disappointing.
"You have the right to believe what you want to believe in," Alaniz said. "But on the other half of that, they have the right to know who you believe in and are supporting and giving money to."
"If they had told you, you probably wouldn't have applied in the first place?" WFAA reporter Kevin Reece asked.
"Right, yes sir," she replied.
Meanwhile, as the social media storm continues, Alaniz will be at the Wandering Roots Markets at Tanger Outlets in Fort Worth on Saturday, June 3. | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/fort-worth-artist-disinvited-from-weekend-market-over-lgbtq-beliefs/287-fd6cf268-ab0f-4521-a039-d3327e1b420e | 2023-06-02T05:34:24 | 1 | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/fort-worth-artist-disinvited-from-weekend-market-over-lgbtq-beliefs/287-fd6cf268-ab0f-4521-a039-d3327e1b420e |
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — An LGBTQ+ owned restaurant just opened in midtown Sacramento's Lavender Heights neighborhood and they have a handcrafted menu fit for all.
Roscoe's Bar and Burgers is described as “an elevated American bistro with food served pub style."
They have food and drinks ranging from salads and half-pound burgers to pub tacos and shrimp po boys.
They also have weekly events including drag brunch, drag bingo, karaoke, trivia nights, piano nights, comedy nights and more.
“It's a visual journey,” said owner TJ Bruce. “Between all of the celebrities and sports figures on the walls and the wallpaper and furniture, everything is very kind of eclectic and there’s lots to look at. I think people are going to really enjoy it.”
June is Pride Month and Bruce says he's glad Roscoe’s opened in time for the occasion.
"It's very important to have an anchor restaurant in the neighborhood,” said Bruce. “We've never had one that was right here next to the clubs, so we're excited to be here. Of course we want everybody to come check it out! We want to be very inclusive and welcoming to everybody here in Sacramento."
Roscoe's is located at 2007 K Street in midtown and is open late every day for those who want to grab food after a night out.
WATCH MORE ON ABC10: 'Solomon’s Diner' relaunches in downtown Sacramento honoring Tower Records | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/roscoes-bar-burgers-opens-midtown/103-70b9635d-571f-48d6-a203-efd627b7687d | 2023-06-02T05:35:36 | 1 | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/roscoes-bar-burgers-opens-midtown/103-70b9635d-571f-48d6-a203-efd627b7687d |
Inclusion mural
Most Popular
-
Fort Wayne cardiologist ordered to pay $2.67 million to former patient
-
Lutheran Hospital to end heart transplant, inpatient burn services
-
Who could Komets target as next head coach? Here are 15 possibilities
-
Woodlan senior eyes pharmacy career, leaves mark on New Haven
-
Recent divorce filings in Allen County | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/inclusion-mural/article_6d3687d0-00d2-11ee-9fcf-ab0fc54d4a23.html | 2023-06-02T05:41:35 | 1 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/inclusion-mural/article_6d3687d0-00d2-11ee-9fcf-ab0fc54d4a23.html |
Lunch on the square
Most Popular
-
Fort Wayne cardiologist ordered to pay $2.67 million to former patient
-
Lutheran Hospital to end heart transplant, inpatient burn services
-
Who could Komets target as next head coach? Here are 15 possibilities
-
Woodlan senior eyes pharmacy career, leaves mark on New Haven
-
Recent divorce filings in Allen County | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/lunch-on-the-square/article_0864147e-00d4-11ee-8fe7-932c03dcc3cc.html | 2023-06-02T05:41:41 | 0 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/lunch-on-the-square/article_0864147e-00d4-11ee-8fe7-932c03dcc3cc.html |
Milk donation
Most Popular
-
Fort Wayne cardiologist ordered to pay $2.67 million to former patient
-
Lutheran Hospital to end heart transplant, inpatient burn services
-
Who could Komets target as next head coach? Here are 15 possibilities
-
Woodlan senior eyes pharmacy career, leaves mark on New Haven
-
Recent divorce filings in Allen County | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/milk-donation/article_c633bc4c-00df-11ee-8918-03e2846a8f56.html | 2023-06-02T05:41:47 | 0 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/milk-donation/article_c633bc4c-00df-11ee-8918-03e2846a8f56.html |
ECTOR COUNTY, Texas — The Ector County Appraisal District reappraises property values every year.
This year, they used 2022 data to find the market value. The district sent out about 95,000 property tax appraisals to every property owner, and they have begun hearings on property tax protests.
The district has seen about 2,500 protests so far, with a total expectation of around 5,000. The goal for appraisers is to find the appropriate value for property, and they want people to reach out if they disagree with their new property tax.
"That's kind of the taxpayers' responsibility," said Layne Young, assistant chief appraiser for the Ector County Appraisal District. "It's their right to protest the value, so I encourage people to question our values, and if they have a question about it, they can definitely call us, and we'll try to get back with them and try to inform them."
When it comes to protesting property tax appraisals, Young says they want to help people beat them.
“We look at the market, what’s happening in the market, if properties are selling for more than what we’ve had them appraised for, we have to adjust the values," said Young. "We’re always trying to educate and inform the public on the appraisal process and how to beat us. If our information [is] not correct, then they need to be able to present a good case, and we want people to know how to do that.”
The district’s website has several options to find information about the protest process under the "general" section.
Protests have roughly doubled since 2018 in Ector County, but they have been slightly increasing in recent years.
The district’s job is simply to get the values right.
“We are all taxpayers, and we’re all paying our part, so, it is a little bit frustrating when values are going up and people are only thinking about the taxes, but really our biggest concern is ‘what is the market value of the property? Can we support that value?' and if we can’t, then we want to make an adjustment to it," said Young.
Around 5,000 total protests are expected in the district due to this being a typical year for property tax values.
“The increases from one year to the next are not that dramatic," said Young. "Values in Texas have seen a big increase. Odessa in particular has not been as much as the rest of the state. We’ve only seen about a three to maybe 10% increase on different types of property.”
Young excluded mineral values from that relatively small increase, saying that those have seen a pretty good increase in the last year.
As for protests, Young mentioned that the deadline has passed for residential and some commercial property in Ector County, but personal property and industrial accounts have until June 23. | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/property-tax-appraisal-protest-hearings-ector-county/513-37f8787c-a1af-42a5-b1bb-16780c297827 | 2023-06-02T06:08:03 | 1 | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/property-tax-appraisal-protest-hearings-ector-county/513-37f8787c-a1af-42a5-b1bb-16780c297827 |
David Amiel Koenen
January 25, 1933-May 28, 2023
LATIMER-David Amiel Koenen, 90, of Latimer, Iowa, went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 28, 2023, at Franklin General Hospital in Hampton, under the care of MercyOne North Iowa Hospice. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, June 1, 2023, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Latimer. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 2, 2023, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Latimer. Burial will take place in the St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery. Counsell Woodley Funeral Home of Hampton is caring for David and his family.
David was born on January 25, 1933, to David H. and Amelia G. (Janssen) Koenen. After his parents' death, David was raised by Rinder and Lena Dirksen, his aunt and uncle. He was baptized at Zion Reformed Church and later joined St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Latimer, Iowa.
David attended Franklin Consolidated School in Latimer, graduating in 1951. Right after graduation, he joined the United States Navy and was trained as a hospital corpsman. On August 11, 1952, he married Marjory Pralle. Through this union, David and Marjory were blessed with four daughters.
After his discharge from the Navy, David and Marjory lived in Latimer. He worked at the Latimer Grocery Store, Latimer Produce, the Muhlenbruck Oil Co. and kept books for local businesses. David was blessed with the opportunity to serve others when he entered the insurance business with Aid Association for Lutherans.
David was an active member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Latimer, where he served as a Sunday School teacher, elder, school board member and church treasurer.
Throughout David's journey on earth, he experienced many trials. One of these being a caregiver for his daughter, Shari, and his wife. But through these difficult times, David remained faithful and leaned on the promises of his Heavenly Father.
David is survived by his daughter Pam (Tom) Tyrrell of Clarion, and their children Kristen (Matt), Joe (Karla) and Daniel (Liana); daughter Julie (Brad) Homan of Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, and their children Jon (Tanya), David (Trisha), and Allison (Ben); daughter Susan (Scott) Wilcox of Seward, Nebraska, and their children, Erin (Jason), Mark (fiance Lauren) and Lauren; 20 great grandchildren; sister-in-law Carol Ann Koenen; along with many special nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife Marjory, his parents and his guardians, daughter Shari Jean, and granddaughter Marin Lynn Wilcox; brothers Jerry (Carol) and Bill; sisters Louisa (Henry) Wiemann, Florence (Harvey) Koelder, Amelia (Dale) Langford, and niece Cherylene Stoltenberg.
Memorials may be directed to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, St. Paul's Lutheran School and Lutherans for Life. | https://globegazette.com/news/local/obituaries/david-amiel-koenen/article_e0ac93e5-8b09-50ac-bf70-67d3a4b6b7f0.html | 2023-06-02T06:34:02 | 0 | https://globegazette.com/news/local/obituaries/david-amiel-koenen/article_e0ac93e5-8b09-50ac-bf70-67d3a4b6b7f0.html |
Debra S. Friest
July 11, 1957-May 26, 2023
MASON CITY-Debra S. Friest, 65, a longtime resident of Mason City, died Friday, May 26, 2023.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Sunday, June 4, 2023, at Ward Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 310 First Ave. N., Clear Lake, with Rev. Jake Dunne of Epiphany Parish officiating. Burial will follow in Pleasant View Cemetery, Thornton.
Deb's family will greet relatives and friends beginning at 9:30 a.m. until the time of her service at the funeral home on Sunday.
Should friends desire, memorials may be left in care of Deb's family to 16 S. Indiana Ave., Mason City, IA, 50401.
The daughter of Wayne and Dorothy (Hidding) Wonsmos, Debra Sue was born on July 11, 1957, in Hampton, IA. She grew up in Clear Lake alongside her younger sister and best friend, Valerie. She attended and graduated from Clear Lake High School in the Class of 1975.
For many years Deb worked in manufacturing across northern Iowa, most recently at Cargill prior to her retirement in 2018. She also held a real estate license and earned her Associates of Arts degree from NIACC. Following retirement Deb spent the last five years in Arizona.
In earlier years she enjoyed bowling on the Tuesday night women's league at Lee's Lanes in Mason City. Deb has always loved time in the outdoors, whether that be gardening, taking long walks, or photographing birds and wildlife. She was a talented artist and enjoyed painting, cooking, quilting, and crocheting. Over the years Deb crocheted countless hats, scarves, and blankets for family and friends alike.
Deb was a loving mother to Derek and Mindy, and a devoted grandmother to Cydney, Hailey, Caleb, and Alexys. She cherished their time spent together and loved socializing with friends. Deb will be remembered as a friend to many; she had a contagious laugh that would fill the room and could always be counted on to help a friend in need. Deb always kept busy around the house, whether it was rearranging the furniture or working on her latest home improvement project; she was always very handy!
Those grateful in sharing in her life are her children, Derek (Samantha) Friest, Mason City, and Mindy (Matthew) Winters, Rockford; grandchildren, Cydney, Hailey, Caleb, and Alexys Winters; sister, Valerie Williamson, West Des Moines; nephews, Steven and Matthew Williamson; niece, Alison Williamson; and friend, John Harbachek.
She is preceded in death by her parents.
Ward Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 310 First Ave. N., Clear Lake, IA. (641)357-2193. ColonialChapels.com | https://globegazette.com/news/local/obituaries/debra-s-friest/article_ed642a8d-c157-5b76-9ed0-66ca81e8dc87.html | 2023-06-02T06:34:08 | 1 | https://globegazette.com/news/local/obituaries/debra-s-friest/article_ed642a8d-c157-5b76-9ed0-66ca81e8dc87.html |
Karen Marie Levis
May 31, 2023
MASON CITY-Karen Marie Levis, 78, of Mason City, IA, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at Epiphany Parish - St. Joseph Catholic Church, 302 Fifth St SE, Mason City, with Rev. Jake Dunne officiating. Burial will be held in Elmwood St. Joseph Cemetery, Mason City.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, June 5, 2023, at Hogan-Bremer-Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St NE Mason City, Iowa, with a Vigil Service beginning at 6:30pm. | https://globegazette.com/news/local/obituaries/karen-marie-levis/article_cfabb8da-e7d9-51f8-a19f-f2976a9a90bc.html | 2023-06-02T06:34:14 | 1 | https://globegazette.com/news/local/obituaries/karen-marie-levis/article_cfabb8da-e7d9-51f8-a19f-f2976a9a90bc.html |
PORTLAND, Ore. — The City of Portland is working with the National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform as part of a new "Portland Ceasefire" plan to reduce gun violence through expanded outreach programs and individual interventions.
At a press conference Thursday, Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler outlined a new organizational structure for Portland's Office Violence Prevention, Community Safety Division, Police Bureau, city leaders and community groups.
The "Portland Ceasefire" model is designed to identify people who are at the highest risk of being victims or perpetrators of gun violence, connect with them, and offer services, intervention and support.
The initiative includes the "Cure Violence" model and funding for community organizations and street level outreach programs, as KGW outlined in a report on May 4.
Portland is paying the nonprofit NICJR $437,600 for a year of training, consulting and review.
"The strategies that I’ve just outlined are the best ones for right now that we believe can make the biggest impact in reducing gun violence in the near term," said Wheeler.
Wheeler also announced the city will not move forward with gunshot detection technology proposals, citing a lack of police resources and a prioritization of community outreach work.
He said the "Portland Ceasefire" model is better equipped to deal with the city's gun violence issues right now.
Portland's number of homicides to date in 2023 is similar to this time last year, although the total number of shootings is down.
When asked whether an overall reduction in gun violence is reflective of national trends, Wheeler said regardless he believes this is the right approach.
"I firmly believe whether the data is going in the right direction or the wrong direction that we have an obligation to act at the local level with the best information that we have, with the strategies we believe will show the best results," he said.
Portland is using $4.5 million over the next two years to fund street level outreach workers through the 'Cure Violence' model — a public health approach to reducing gun violence.
Portland Police Bureau Chief Chuck Lovell also spoke at the press conference, sharing that officers on the Focused Intervention Team have collected more illegal guns so far in 2023 than they did in all of 2022
. | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/portland-contracts-national-institute-gun-violence/283-131aaec8-21ec-46a5-bef9-92d08b2220e6 | 2023-06-02T06:42:55 | 1 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/portland-contracts-national-institute-gun-violence/283-131aaec8-21ec-46a5-bef9-92d08b2220e6 |
SEATTLE — In a dispute about the pressure that organized labor can exert during a strike, the Supreme Court ruled Thursday against unionized drivers who walked off the job with their trucks full of wet concrete.
The decision united liberal and conservative justices in labor's latest loss at the high court. The lone dissenter in the case, Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, said the ruling would hinder the development of labor law and “erode the right to strike."
Justice Amy Coney Barrett, writing for the majority, said the union failed to take reasonable precautions to protect the company's concrete when the drivers went on strike. Barrett wrote that the drivers for Washington state-based Glacier Northwest quit work suddenly, putting the company's property in “foreseeable and imminent danger."
"The Union's actions not only resulted in the destruction of all the concrete Glacier had prepared that day; they also posed a risk of foreseeable, aggravated, and imminent harm to Glacier's trucks," Barrett wrote in a decision joined by four other justices. Three more justices agreed with the outcome in the case but did not join Barrett's opinion.
In 2018, the court’s conservative majority overturned a decades-old pro-union decision involving fees paid by government workers. More recently, the justices rejected a California regulation giving unions access to farm property so they could organize workers.
Justice Samuel Alito wrote in a separate opinion in the Washington state case that the federal National Labor Relations Act protects the right to strike, but with limits. He said it “does not protect striking employees who engage in the type of conduct alleged here.”
In her dissent, Jackson wrote: “Workers are not indentured servants, bound to continue laboring until any planned work stoppage would be as painless as possible for their master.”
This case stemmed from contract negotiations in 2017 between Glacier Northwest and the local Teamsters union, representing the drivers. When negotiations broke down, the union called for a strike. Drivers walked off the job while their trucks were full of concrete, which must be used quickly and can damage the trucks if it’s not.
Glacier says the union timed the strike to create chaos and inflict damage. Glacier not only had to dump the concrete but also pay for the wasted concrete to be broken up and hauled away.
The company sued the union in state court for intentionally damaging its property; the lawsuit was initially dismissed.
The question for the Supreme Court was about how the case should proceed. Glacier said its lawsuit in state court should not have been dismissed at the outset. The union said Glacier’s lawsuit should only be allowed to go forward in state court if the federal National Labor Relations Board first found that the union’s actions were not protected by federal law.
Barrett wrote that because the union did not take reasonable precautions to protect Glacier's property, the trial court was wrong to think federal law required dismissing the lawsuit. By “reporting for duty and pretending as if they would deliver the concrete, the drivers prompted the creation of the perishable product. Then, they waited to walk off the job until the concrete was mixed and poured in the trucks,” Barrett wrote.
Lawyers for the union had said that in this case the drivers were instructed to be conscientious when they walked off the job, to bring their full trucks back to Glacier’s facility and to leave the trucks’ mixing drums spinning so that the concrete would not immediately begin to harden.
Barrett said that argument wasn't persuasive. “That the drivers returned the trucks to Glacier's facility does not do much for the Union — refraining from stealing an employer's vehicles does not demonstrate that one took reasonable precautions to protect them,” Barrett wrote.
In a statement, Glacier Northwest's lawyer, Noel Francisco, said the decision “vindicates the longstanding principle that federal law does not shield labor unions ... when they intentionally destroy an employer’s property,”
“Our client is entitled to just compensation for its property that the union intentionally destroyed,” he said.
The case is Glacier Northwest v. International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local Union No. 174, 21-1449. | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/supreme-court-rules-against-union-labor-dispute-truck-drivers-wet-concrete/281-c19e78de-dc96-4f50-b43a-6cff0e9530a0 | 2023-06-02T06:42:57 | 0 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/supreme-court-rules-against-union-labor-dispute-truck-drivers-wet-concrete/281-c19e78de-dc96-4f50-b43a-6cff0e9530a0 |
The Knights of Columbus (Chapter 1261) was recently awarded a $500 grant for community services.
The funds will be used to purchase perishable and non-perishable food to be placed in the holiday food baskets program. Baskets are distributed to men, women, and children needing essential daily nutrition during Christmas.
The North Bend City Council annually awards limited funds via grants to community groups and projects. This is done in connection with North Bend’s budget process.
The funds are, in essence, state funds the City receives as its portion of the Oregon revenue sharing to cities.
Part of the Council’s criteria in considering grant applications is whether a particular community group or project helps cut the need for public assistance or aids one of our municipal departments. | https://theworldlink.com/news/local/knights-of-columbus-receives-grant-for-holiday-food-baskets/article_73b801a0-0083-11ee-8b5b-1f3ff8989a95.html | 2023-06-02T07:08:17 | 1 | https://theworldlink.com/news/local/knights-of-columbus-receives-grant-for-holiday-food-baskets/article_73b801a0-0083-11ee-8b5b-1f3ff8989a95.html |
RUPERT — Who you become in life is more important than what career you choose, more than 250 seniors were told Thursday as they graduated from Minico High School.
Valedictorian Claire Neibaur told the audience about her dreams when she was younger, from becoming a candy store owner to a dolphin trainer. But in the end, she reminded everyone that who we want to be — being kind, forgiving and grateful — are some of the things that matter most.
Neibaur recounted the class’s hardship of remote learning when the COVID pandemic struck. But despite the obstacles, graduating seniors are capable of fulfilling their dreams, and they have been shaped by positive role models including parents and teachers.
Not long after she gave her serious speech, she also pulled off what was perhaps the biggest prank of the evening. When she was about to receive her diploma, she handed Principal Kimberley Kidd a live duck.
People are also reading…
Kidd, who has served as principal of the school for four years, wondered if all 250 graduates were going to give her the same type of present. They didn’t.
Keynote speaker and football coach and teacher Keelan McCaffery, who is leaving the school this year, urged students to be resilient in the face of adversity.
“You guys are going to make mistakes,” McCaffery said. “How do I know this? Because we all do.”
But struggles can make one stronger, as he told of losing his mother when he was 9 years old, and a brother at the age of 29.
In college, he aspired to become a physical therapist but didn’t make high enough grades.
“I was devastated,” McCaffery said. “It felt like I let everyone down.”
But that caused him to change course and he found his passion for teaching, he said.
In her speech, Student Body President AnnaLee Van Every thanked teachers for persevering, especially during the pandemic.
“They prepared lessons and wore funky masks so we could be here,” Van Every said.
She also invited fellow graduating seniors and other members of the audience to take a selfie and send it to someone who has made a positive impact on their lives.
Kidd, in a previous interview with the Times-News, said she has seen the students progress through the grades and is excited for what the future holds for them outside of high school.
Twenty-seven of the graduates also earned their associate’s degrees from the College of Southern Idaho.
The ceremony was held on the school’s soccer field, not necessarily because of people requesting an outdoor setting, but the school’s gym, built in 1956, although much-loved, doesn’t offer enough seating, said Kidd. In addition, it can get hot in there.
Fortunately, the weather presented a perfect setting for the graduation ceremony. | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/more-than-250-minico-high-school-grads-receive-diplomas/article_99854d12-00f0-11ee-ac8e-335415e77616.html | 2023-06-02T07:22:12 | 1 | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/more-than-250-minico-high-school-grads-receive-diplomas/article_99854d12-00f0-11ee-ac8e-335415e77616.html |
Jan. 2, 1944 - May 25, 2023
TWIN FALLS — Vivian Jeanne Earl Spencer, 79, passed away May 25, 2023, at home with her family by her side.
Jeanne was born January 2, 1944, in Wendell, Idaho to L. Ray and Vivian Stanger. She was a natural mini mother and teacher as the oldest of six children. Jeanne grew up in the Magic Valley area and was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
Jeanne married Stan Earl in November of 1961. Together they welcomed three children: Jay, Janelle, and Arlon. Ten years later the final, and as he claims, "the favorite", Dustin was born, completing their family. They had numerous adventures and some of their favorites were riding their motorcycle and snow machines together. Stan died in 1984, leaving Jeanne and Dusty to have many adventures of their own as the older siblings had already left the nest.
Jeanne later married Glen Spencer in September of 1992. Traveling was also an exciting activity they shared, making countless trips around the country. Between the two of them they had eight children. Jeanne loved her family and especially loved family reunions. Gathering as many of her 8 children, 47 grandchildren, and 47 great-grandchildren was a highlight of her summers.
Over her lifetime Jeanne was an active member within the community and served in various capacities and callings within the church. She loved teaching the youth both at church and as a seminary teacher. Highlights of her church service included two missions with Glen as Family History and Deseret Industries missionaries, and more than 4 years in the Twin Falls Temple. She was also an avid journal writer, filling dozens of spiral notebooks to document over 60 years of her life.
Jeanne is preceded in death by her parents, L. Ray and Vivian, siblings: Donna and Lonny, son, Arlon, and a great-grandchild.
She is survived by her husband, Glen Spencer, children: Jay (Paula) Earl, Janelle (Charles) Green, Dustin (Amber) Earl, Thom (Stephanie) Spencer, Tiffany (Jody) Dille, Tara (Howard) Wicker, Pam (Cameron) McHan, and Karen Earl. She is also survived by her 47 grandchildren, 47 great-grandchildren, three siblings, and many nieces, and nephews.
We would like to thank Hospice Visions, namely Steve, Keeley, and Heather, as well as the rest of the staff for the care they gave to Jeanne over the last several months.
A viewing will be held on Friday, June 2, 2023 from 10:00 am until 11:00 am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Eastland in Twin Falls.
The funeral service will be held starting at 11:00 am at the Church with burial to follow at 2:30 pm at the Wendell Cemetery in Wendell.
Funeral arrangements are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Wendell Chapel.
Condolences, memories and photos can be shared with the family by following the obituary link at www.demarayfuneralservice.com. | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/obituaries/jeanne-earl-spencer/article_28535d3f-b240-5609-9ce6-882d3532b1cb.html | 2023-06-02T07:22:18 | 1 | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/obituaries/jeanne-earl-spencer/article_28535d3f-b240-5609-9ce6-882d3532b1cb.html |
The Former Governors' Mansion State Historic Site will host a rock painting event Tuesday from 1-3 p.m.
Rocks and paint will be provided or participants can bring their own. Cookies and lemonade will be served. School groups and summer camps can attend and the outdoor event is free. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
The mansion is at 320 E. Ave. B in Bismarck. | https://bismarcktribune.com/life-entertainment/local/events/former-governors-mansion-state-historic-site-hosting-rock-painting-event/article_ec56740c-00b0-11ee-9875-dfe5dc89208d.html | 2023-06-02T07:35:15 | 1 | https://bismarcktribune.com/life-entertainment/local/events/former-governors-mansion-state-historic-site-hosting-rock-painting-event/article_ec56740c-00b0-11ee-9875-dfe5dc89208d.html |
The Bismarck Historical Society will host a program at First Presbyterian Church.
Ann Vadnie, a member of the Bismarck Historical Society Board of Directors, will talk about the history of the church celebrating its 150th anniversary.
Refreshments will be served at 11 a.m. June 11 with the program set for 11:30 a.m. in the lower level of the church at 214 E Thayer Ave. | https://bismarcktribune.com/life-entertainment/local/events/presentation-set-on-history-of-first-presbyterian-church-celebrating-150th-anniversary/article_99bd9f82-00af-11ee-9838-c7ed0422a5ab.html | 2023-06-02T07:35:21 | 1 | https://bismarcktribune.com/life-entertainment/local/events/presentation-set-on-history-of-first-presbyterian-church-celebrating-150th-anniversary/article_99bd9f82-00af-11ee-9838-c7ed0422a5ab.html |
A break-in at a high-end watch store on Staten Island was caught on camera, as the video showed the seemingly knowledgeable thieves swipe $2.5 million in merchandise.
The five masked people could be seen in the video moving with purpose, carrying tools to get the job done. A source familiar with the matter said the burglars may have had to cut a whole in the back of the building just to get inside — a surprising note given that the rear of the building is up against a wooded area.
Shortly after getting inside, they easily pried open the door to get to where the goods were stored: an office inside a nondescript building in a strip mall in the Tottenville neighborhood.
Get Tri-state area news and weather forecasts to your inbox. Sign up for NBC New York newsletters.
"Pelican case, that's something we used in law enforcement all the time. A hard case to their their take in," said former FBI Special Agent Tim Gallagher, who described what tools the robbers had with them. "The hand truck, showing that they're looking to encounter safe — they just take the whole safe with them at that point. Drill it out somewhere else down the line."
"I imagine that this is an organized group, that has gone up and down the East Coast. And by the time the owner realized what happened, they're already three or four states away," said Gallagher, who is now the Chief Security Officer at Investigation Firm Nardello and Company. He said the suspects seen in the video are professionals.
The Memorial Day heist at The Wrist Watcher netted the burglars $2.5 million in luxury watches. They took the safe and the $160,000 in it.
On its website, the store describes itself as a retailer of pre-owned luxury watches. There are clear photos of the pricey inventory featured, including a rose gold chocolate Rolex — the price tag of which was listed at $44,000. Others were listed for more than $40,000 as well.
The Wrist Watcher’s Instagram account where they show off their merchandise has 116,000 followers, which Gallagher said may have been an added risk for the business.
"To the business owner, you’re walking a fine line. You want to get as much information out there as you can to bring business in. But at the same time, you’re putting your information out there, which can make you a target," said Gallagher said.
During the pandemic, luxury watch sales surged. But Gallagher said that so have thefts of the pricey time pieces. However, he added that time may not be on the crooks’ side.
“All those devices that were stolen, all those watches — they have numbers all over the inside of them. So when someone buys them and they look to put them into service, it can be recognized where it’s from. And that can ultimately give police and the FBI the break they need to bring these actors to justuice, get them off the streets.
In an Instagram post, the owner of the store thanked people for their support, adding that he can’t discuss the details of the case due to the ongoing investigation. He did say that he will be bolstering security at the store. | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/burglars-steal-2-5-million-in-watches-from-high-end-staten-island-store-police/4387431/ | 2023-06-02T08:08:35 | 0 | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/burglars-steal-2-5-million-in-watches-from-high-end-staten-island-store-police/4387431/ |
A commencement address from a law school graduate of a New York City university is sparking a firestorm of criticism.
Lawmakers and politicians from around the country, as well as Jewish groups and more, are bashing a student speaker at the CUNY Law School for her remarks that were highly critical of Israel and blasted the NYPD as "fascist." Some trustees for the school are even calling the student's words "hate speech," and there are calls for the dean of the law school to be fired.
Many of the words from graduate Fatima Mousa Mohammed during her commencement speech bluntly criticized CUNY for failing to speak up against a list of perceived injustices.
Get Tri-state area news and weather forecasts to your inbox. Sign up for NBC New York newsletters.
"The self-serving interest of CUNY Central. An institution that continues to fail us. That continues to train and cooperate with the fascist NYPD. The military!" Mohammed said in her speech. "Daily, Brown and Black men are being murdered by the state at Rikers...The law is a manifestation of white supremacy that continues to oppress."
And while those comments were enough to illicit reaction from some groups, it was her tirade against Israel that has drawn the fiercest backlash.
"As Israel continues to indiscriminately rain bullets and bombs on worshipers, murdering the old and young," said Mohammed. "As it continues its project of settler colonialism expelling Palestinians from their homes."
The comments drew swift condemnation from politicians across the political spectrum, from Republican Texas Sen. Ted Cruz, who said in a tweet that Mohammed "enthusiastically celebrates antisemitism," to Democratic Brooklyn Rep. Dan Goldman, who said "with antisemitism on the rise this kind of hateful and misleading rhetoric is unacceptable."
On Wednesday, New York City Mayor Eric Adams blasted the speech as well.
"If I was on that stage when those comments were made, I would have stood up and denounced them immediately because we could not allow it to happen," he said.
At the conclusion of the student speech, the CUNY law dean clapped for the student — prompting some, including the president of the World Jewish Congress, to call for her firing.
Sudah Setty, the dean who has faced calls to be fired, did not immediately respond to requests for comment from NBC New York.
Not everyone has jumped at the opportunity to bash Mohammed. IN fact, some have turned and blasted the critics.
Several student groups, including a group made up of Jewish law students, said Mohammed was right to criticize Israel for its military policies and for her criticism of Mayor Adams. The Council on American-Islamic Relations and other groups have voiced support as well, saying the critics are Islamophobic who want to silence message in support of Palestinian people.
NBC New York was unable to reach the speaker, Mohammed, but she has declined comment to other outlets. | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/cuny-commencement-address-sparks-firestorm-over-comments-on-israel-fascist-nypd/4387264/ | 2023-06-02T08:08:41 | 0 | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/cuny-commencement-address-sparks-firestorm-over-comments-on-israel-fascist-nypd/4387264/ |
GREENSBORO — “Love don’t pay the bills.”
That was the message Emily Massey-Currie and many other Guilford County Schools employees delivered to the Board of Commissioners.
More than 100 people showed up at a public hearing Thursday night on the proposed $918.6 million Guilford County budget. The plan would maintain the property tax rate — 73.05 cents per $100 of property valuation — but does not include additional funding requested by the schools.
In his proposal, County Manager Michael Halford recommended $245 million for the school district’s operations — roughly the same amount as the current year.
However, the Guilford County Board of Education requested about $101 million more — a 41% increase.
The school district wants to spend $77.6 million to increase pay for classified employees — staff such as bus drivers, teacher assistants, maintenance workers and custodians.
People are also reading…
Some of those workers, along with other school staff, told commissioners Thursday that while they love their jobs, they need a pay increase.
“Everything has went up except my paycheck,” said Sonya Aikens, lead custodian at Grimsley High School. “All I’m asking is fair pay for what I do.”
School bus driver Lillian Maxwell said higher pay also is needed to attract new employees.
“We are currently 77 bus drivers short in transportation,” she said. “We need your help Board of Commissioners.”
Steven Nance, who works as a mechanic at Northwest High School and also as a second-shift mechanic countywide, said the pay structure is unjust. “It is not right that we have to work 54 years to get max pay. It’s not right.”
Nance said there is such a shortage of mechanics that he has to work from 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. “because there is only me and my supervisor on second shift.”
Massie-Currie, a teacher assistant, said her job not only requires specialized training, but it also requires love.
“Just anybody cannot be thrown into a classroom with … children that have conditions like Down syndrome, autism, cerebal palsy,” she said. “You got to be picking up those students. You got to be changing diapers. You got to be potty training. We’re doing a whole lot more than just making copies and drinking coffee.”
School workers also noted that new employees often are paid as much as those who have worked with the district for for decades.
County commissioners told the crowd that they heard them and would consider their request during upcoming budget work sessions. They also said the General Assembly needs to step up and help fund these pay increases.
“They got a whole lot more money than we do,” said Melvin “Skip” Alston, who chairs the Board of Commissioners. “We know you need more pay, but we can’t put this whole burden on Guilford County taxpayers.”
Alston said the county has asked for specific details regarding classified employee pay, noting that while some are paid $15 an hour, others are paid $100,000 a year.
“Also, hold our municipalities accountable,” Alston said. “If we can get $25 or $30 million out of our municipalities, that can go toward teacher salaries, that can go toward classified workers."
Rule changes in 2018 allowed cities to fund schools within their boundaries.
“Before municipalities couldn’t contribute to schools, but now they can,” he said. | https://greensboro.com/news/local/education/guilford-school-employee-pay-raises/article_a0894cc4-00b6-11ee-a1d6-9388df8b2d37.html | 2023-06-02T08:16:11 | 0 | https://greensboro.com/news/local/education/guilford-school-employee-pay-raises/article_a0894cc4-00b6-11ee-a1d6-9388df8b2d37.html |
INDIANAPOLIS — Kids are home for the summer and budgets for many right now are tight.
So many families around Indianapolis may struggle to great fresh produce on the table. But a program at the Indianapolis Public Library is working to change that.
Over at the Indianapolis Public Library Martindale-Brightwood branch, branch manager Theresa Coleman surveys a library within the library - the seed library, that is.
"It is exciting," Coleman said.
The program both exciting and important.
"Everybody should have fresh vegetables in their garden or fresh vegetables on their plate. It's just an important nutritional thing that everybody should have," Coleman said.
And with many families in Indianapolis living in food deserts or simply unable to afford fresh produce, sharing these seeds can be vital.
"You know, anybody that goes grocery shopping notices that one of the most expensive items we pick up in the store is produce - fresh produce. Look at peppers, tomatoes and how much these items cost," Coleman said. "And so to give opportunity to people who, maybe, you live in a food desert or there's a grocery store nearby, but nearby is five miles. And if you don't have a car and you're using the bus, that's not the best way to get your fresh produce."
So they're helping people grow their own. Everything from veggies to herbs, even flowers, all able to be checked out along with your library books.
"That's right. Except you don't have to bring anything back," said Lorie Takacs with the Indianapolis Public Library Martindale-Brightwood Branch.
The program started in 2014. Over the years, they've expanded it to 20 branch locations, including their bookmobile.
And demand is high.
"When I worked in another location, I maybe had three packets left at the end of the season. I think we packed up 72,000 packets of seeds and we've given away maybe 55,000," Coleman said.
And while they'll want their books back, staff are happy to see the seeds go for good.
They're hopeful they'll help grow an interest in gardening while supplying needed nutrition for Indianapolis families.
And the best part?
"Free, free, free. That's the library," Coleman said.
Families can check out 25 packets of seeds per year. To find a location near you with a seed library, visit the Indianapolis Public Library website. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/seed-library-helping-feed-indianapolis-families-foster-interest-in-gardening/531-089a6ce9-5fd4-493a-8e33-854c6b09c815 | 2023-06-02T08:41:38 | 0 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/seed-library-helping-feed-indianapolis-families-foster-interest-in-gardening/531-089a6ce9-5fd4-493a-8e33-854c6b09c815 |
Country
United States of America US Virgin Islands United States Minor Outlying Islands Canada Mexico, United Mexican States Bahamas, Commonwealth of the Cuba, Republic of Dominican Republic Haiti, Republic of Jamaica Afghanistan Albania, People's Socialist Republic of Algeria, People's Democratic Republic of American Samoa Andorra, Principality of Angola, Republic of Anguilla Antarctica (the territory South of 60 deg S) Antigua and Barbuda Argentina, Argentine Republic Armenia Aruba Australia, Commonwealth of Austria, Republic of Azerbaijan, Republic of Bahrain, Kingdom of Bangladesh, People's Republic of Barbados Belarus Belgium, Kingdom of Belize Benin, People's Republic of Bermuda Bhutan, Kingdom of Bolivia, Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina Botswana, Republic of Bouvet Island (Bouvetoya) Brazil, Federative Republic of British Indian Ocean Territory (Chagos Archipelago) British Virgin Islands Brunei Darussalam Bulgaria, People's Republic of Burkina Faso Burundi, Republic of Cambodia, Kingdom of Cameroon, United Republic of Cape Verde, Republic of Cayman Islands Central African Republic Chad, Republic of Chile, Republic of China, People's Republic of Christmas Island Cocos (Keeling) Islands Colombia, Republic of Comoros, Union of the Congo, Democratic Republic of Congo, People's Republic of Cook Islands Costa Rica, Republic of Cote D'Ivoire, Ivory Coast, Republic of the Cyprus, Republic of Czech Republic Denmark, Kingdom of Djibouti, Republic of Dominica, Commonwealth of Ecuador, Republic of Egypt, Arab Republic of El Salvador, Republic of Equatorial Guinea, Republic of Eritrea Estonia Ethiopia Faeroe Islands Falkland Islands (Malvinas) Fiji, Republic of the Fiji Islands Finland, Republic of France, French Republic French Guiana French Polynesia French Southern Territories Gabon, Gabonese Republic Gambia, Republic of the Georgia Germany Ghana, Republic of Gibraltar Greece, Hellenic Republic Greenland Grenada Guadaloupe Guam Guatemala, Republic of Guinea, Revolutionary
People's Rep'c of Guinea-Bissau, Republic of Guyana, Republic of Heard and McDonald Islands Holy See (Vatican City State) Honduras, Republic of Hong Kong, Special Administrative Region of China Hrvatska (Croatia) Hungary, Hungarian People's Republic Iceland, Republic of India, Republic of Indonesia, Republic of Iran, Islamic Republic of Iraq, Republic of Ireland Israel, State of Italy, Italian Republic Japan Jordan, Hashemite Kingdom of Kazakhstan, Republic of Kenya, Republic of Kiribati, Republic of Korea, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Republic of Kuwait, State of Kyrgyz Republic Lao People's Democratic Republic Latvia Lebanon, Lebanese Republic Lesotho, Kingdom of Liberia, Republic of Libyan Arab Jamahiriya Liechtenstein, Principality of Lithuania Luxembourg, Grand Duchy of Macao, Special Administrative Region of China Macedonia, the former Yugoslav Republic of Madagascar, Republic of Malawi, Republic of Malaysia Maldives, Republic of Mali, Republic of Malta, Republic of Marshall Islands Martinique Mauritania, Islamic Republic of Mauritius Mayotte Micronesia, Federated States of Moldova, Republic of Monaco, Principality of Mongolia, Mongolian People's Republic Montserrat Morocco, Kingdom of Mozambique, People's Republic of Myanmar Namibia Nauru, Republic of Nepal, Kingdom of Netherlands Antilles Netherlands, Kingdom of the New Caledonia New Zealand Nicaragua, Republic of Niger, Republic of the Nigeria, Federal Republic of Niue, Republic of Norfolk Island Northern Mariana Islands Norway, Kingdom of Oman, Sultanate of Pakistan, Islamic Republic of Palau Palestinian Territory, Occupied Panama, Republic of Papua New Guinea Paraguay, Republic of Peru, Republic of Philippines, Republic of the Pitcairn Island Poland, Polish People's Republic Portugal, Portuguese Republic Puerto Rico Qatar, State of Reunion Romania, Socialist Republic of Russian Federation Rwanda, Rwandese Republic Samoa, Independent State of San Marino, Republic of Sao Tome and Principe, Democratic Republic of Saudi Arabia, Kingdom of Senegal, Republic of Serbia and Montenegro Seychelles, Republic of Sierra Leone, Republic of Singapore, Republic of Slovakia (Slovak Republic) Slovenia Solomon Islands Somalia, Somali Republic South Africa, Republic of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands Spain, Spanish State Sri Lanka, Democratic Socialist Republic of St. Helena St. Kitts and Nevis St. Lucia St. Pierre and Miquelon St. Vincent and the Grenadines Sudan, Democratic Republic of the Suriname, Republic of Svalbard & Jan Mayen Islands Swaziland, Kingdom of Sweden, Kingdom of Switzerland, Swiss Confederation Syrian Arab Republic Taiwan, Province of China Tajikistan Tanzania, United Republic of Thailand, Kingdom of Timor-Leste, Democratic Republic of Togo, Togolese Republic Tokelau (Tokelau Islands) Tonga, Kingdom of Trinidad and Tobago, Republic of Tunisia, Republic of Turkey, Republic of Turkmenistan Turks and Caicos Islands Tuvalu Uganda, Republic of Ukraine United Arab Emirates United Kingdom of Great Britain & N. Ireland Uruguay, Eastern Republic of Uzbekistan Vanuatu Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of Viet Nam, Socialist Republic of Wallis and Futuna Islands Western Sahara Yemen Zambia, Republic of Zimbabwe | https://www.postregister.com/news/local/arts-music-briefly/article_35c53a04-0095-11ee-aad4-f7afb0323467.html | 2023-06-02T09:04:14 | 1 | https://www.postregister.com/news/local/arts-music-briefly/article_35c53a04-0095-11ee-aad4-f7afb0323467.html |
MOUNT CARMEL, Pa. — A victim of hazing at the hands of current and former Mount Carmel Area football players has filed a civil lawsuit against the school and the players charged.
Investigators say nine victims were blindfolded, told to pull down their pants, and burned with sparklers and punks, which are burning sticks used to keep bugs away in 2020.
In the lawsuit, Michael Reeder claims he was subjected to physical and sexual harassment and abuse under Title 9.
Reed is seeking $75,000 in damages from each defendant.
Four players were sentenced for their roles in the hazing incident earlier this year.
Five others face charges in the juvenile system.
Want to see what Newswatch 16's newscast was like in 1976? Head on over to WNEP's YouTube. | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/mount-carmel-hazing-victim-files-lawsuit-michael-reeder-physical-and-sexual-harassment-and-abuse/523-3d2898fb-be10-4c0c-bcfe-c35ae082a062 | 2023-06-02T09:04:22 | 1 | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/mount-carmel-hazing-victim-files-lawsuit-michael-reeder-physical-and-sexual-harassment-and-abuse/523-3d2898fb-be10-4c0c-bcfe-c35ae082a062 |
Remote Area Medical bringing free Telehealth Mobile Clinic Truck to Clinton Friday, June 2
Free medical services to be provided; no dental or vision services
Remote Area Medical – RAM – a major nonprofit provider of pop-up clinics delivering free, quality dental, vision and medical care to those in need – will hold a free Telehealth Mobile Clinic on Friday, June 2. This one-day, medical-only clinic aboard RAM’s Telehealth Truck will be set up at the Apple Discount Drugs, located at 520 Clinch Ave., Clinton.
This clinic is in collaboration with Apple Discount Drugs, according to a RAM news release.
This mobile telehealth unit will give individuals an opportunity to speak to a doctor alongside an in-person nurse.
All RAM services are free and on a first-come, first-served basis. No ID or insurance is required. Once patients arrive to the mobile unit, additional information regarding next steps will be provided.
Clinic doors open at 9 a.m. This is a medical-only clinic. No dental or vision services will be provided.
Services available at the free RAM Telehealth clinic include medication refills, second opinions on diagnoses, blood sugar/diabetes education, evaluation and prescriptions for common ailments, cold, flu, UTIs (urinary tract infections), sinus infections and more.
For more information, to donate or to volunteer, visit www.ramusa.org or call 865-579-1530. Patients may also visit the Facebook Event for this clinic at https://fb.me/e/LVHoj8Ya. | https://www.oakridger.com/story/news/local/2023/06/01/remote-area-medical-bringing-free-telehealth-mobile-clinic-to-clinton/70277696007/ | 2023-06-02T09:06:11 | 0 | https://www.oakridger.com/story/news/local/2023/06/01/remote-area-medical-bringing-free-telehealth-mobile-clinic-to-clinton/70277696007/ |
BASEBALL
S.J. Group I finals
4 p.m.
(2) Audubon at (1) Buena
S.J. Group III finals
2 p.m.
(9) Mainland at (2) Delsea
SOFTBALL
S.J. Non-Public B finals
4 p.m.
(3) Gloucester Catholic at (1) St. Joseph
BOYS VOLLEYBALL
S.J. Group IV semifinals
5 p.m.
People are also reading…
(5) Cherry Hill East at (1) Southern
GIRLS LACROSSE
S.J. Group II semifinals
4 p.m.
(4) Barnegat at (1) Haddonfield
S.J. Group III semifinals
3:45 p.m.
(4) Ocean City at (1) Moorestown
S.J. Group IV semifinals
3:30 p.m.
(4) Southern at (1) Cherokee
BOYS LACROSSE
S.J. Group IV semifinals
5:30 p.m.
(4) Southern at (1) Eastern
State Non-Public A quarterfinals
4 p.m.
(5) St. Augustine at (4) Pingry
BOYS AND GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD
3:30 p.m.
S.J. Groups I and IV championships Day 1 at Pennsauken
S.J. Groups II and III championships Day 1 at Delsea Reg. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/sports/local/highschool/high-school-schedule-for-friday-june-2-2023/article_6adb211e-008f-11ee-be16-c3399e07b96b.html | 2023-06-02T09:15:18 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/sports/local/highschool/high-school-schedule-for-friday-june-2-2023/article_6adb211e-008f-11ee-be16-c3399e07b96b.html |
A 65-year-old man who was the victim of an attempted early morning mugging in Queens is facing more than two dozen additional charges after he allegedly shot and killed his attacker — but the slew of charges are not directly related to the deadly shooting.
Investigators previously revealed that Charles Foehner had a license for a shotgun and a rifle, but not for the pistol he fired, and he did not have a concealed carry permit. A judge signed off on a search warrant of his home, which led to a discovery of more than two dozen unlicensed firearms.
Foehner faced a judge Thursday evening, and faces 25 counts of criminal weapon possession, according to police.
In a surprising turn, the judge recused herself in the middle of proceedings because of ties to the case. Those connections involve the search warrant that led to the discovery of the guns — and because Foehner is not facing any charges in relation to the shooting itself, the judge had ties to parts of the case not included in the charges.
Get Tri-state area news and weather forecasts to your inbox. Sign up for NBC New York newsletters.
The ordeal started overnight Wednesday in Kew Gardens, when a man shattered the front door of an apartment building on 82nd Avenue near Queens Boulevard. Witnesses said the man, identified by police as Cody Gonzalez, also damaged a call box in a building's foyer across the street. The door for that building was left in pieces, with the noise from the incident waking up tenants who lived there.
Police said that just minutes later, around 2 a.m., is when the deadly encounter occurred in a driveway by the building’s parking garage. Gonzalez allegedly tried to mug Foehner as he was walking back home.
Foehner said the man threatened him with a sharp object, so he responded by pulling out a gun he was carrying. Police told NBC New York that what Foehner thought was a weapon turned out to be a pen.
One person who lives nearby said they heard three gunshots. Gonzalez was shot and later died from his injuries, according to police.
Gonzalez’s aunt told NBC New York her 32-year old nephew suffered from a mental health condition, but he didn't deserve to die for the attempted mugging.
"He was never aggressive with people. He truly didn’t deserve to go that way. It was devastating to us," said Iris Gonzalez. "He didn't have to shoot him."
The aunt believes Gonzalez was off his medication when he tried to smash his way into the two apartment buildings. But other relatives said they understood Foehner's actions given the situation.
"If he tried to rob him, the guy’s only defending himself. You can’t blame him for defending himself," Gonzalez's cousin, Anthony Aguilar, told the New York Daily News.
"We don’t fault the shooter. We all feel that Cody should had been in a psych facility. If anything, the state failed him," said another cousin, Stephan Gonzalez.
Police said Foehner has no criminal history. His wife did not wish to speak to reporters as she left court Thursday night. Foehner's next arraignment hearing is scheduled for Friday. | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/two-dozen-new-charges-filed-against-man-accused-of-killed-suspected-queens-mugger/4387638/ | 2023-06-02T09:41:37 | 1 | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/two-dozen-new-charges-filed-against-man-accused-of-killed-suspected-queens-mugger/4387638/ |
2 priests left trail of abuse from Pekin to Bloomington, investigation reveals
A boy was abused by two priests when he was a freshman at Trinity High School in Bloomington in 1964. He chose to share his experiences with Illinois Attorney General's Office investigators even though talking about it prompts him to have nightmares.
“Every time I have to tell my story, I don’t sleep well for several nights,” said "Nathan," a pseudonym given to him for the report. “I just feel so much shame and guilt."
William Harbert, who taught sex education to the freshman boys, was known for grabbing children by the groin as they walked through the halls of the school.
“We thought it was grab-assing, but he would do it often. I remember times walking down the hallway, going to the bathroom, and he would grab you by the groin and say, ‘Gotcha!' said Nathan. Harbert once accompanied Nathan and a few other boys to a dentist's appointment after school. The groin-grabbing happened in the car, according to the report.
Even after Harbert was transferred to Saint Joseph in Pekin, he managed to continue abusing Nathan and his friends. He offered to pick the boys up for a hayrack ride in Pekin, where he served the boys fruit-flavored gin. On the ride home, he accompanied the boys into a gas station bathroom, where he did more groin-grabbing, according to the investigation. He offered Nathan so much gin he blacked out.
Details on the unthinkable:Inside the scathing report on abuse in the Catholic Diocese of Peoria
Nathan also described abuse he endured at the hands of a priest named M. Duane Leclercq. He jumped on the teen several times after wrestling practice, knocking him to the mat and grinding his groin into him, the report said. Leclercq also followed Nathan home a few times, where he sat down and watched TV with the family.
With both priests, there is evidence that the Diocese of Peoria was aware of their troubling behavior, but did little to address it. Church documents reference a 1985 incident where Leclercq was called in for police questioning after a 16-year-old boy reported that the priest fondled him at his apartment. Leclercq was accompanied to the police interview by Bishop John Myers, who was then serving as a vicar general. The diocese’s reaction was to reassign Leclercq to Creve Coeur. Even though Leclercq also confessed to abusing another boy and hosting many young men in his apartment, he was not even required by his employer to get psychological counseling.
As for Harbert, there is ample evidence that the Catholic Diocese of Peoria knew of his behavior all the way back to 1974, when Bishop Edward O’Rourke responded to a letter from a couple who said they knew the real reason why Harbert left Saint Rose in Rushville. O’Rourke thanked them for keeping quiet:
“I greatly appreciate your wisdom and tact in avoiding public comment about the personal problems of Father Harbert.”
More:The list of 51 Peoria Catholic Diocese clergy named in a 2023 report on child sex abuse
O’Rourke’s replacement, Bishop Myers, was also aware of the priest's past. In 1988, he responded to a letter from a victim’s mother describing abuse that occurred in the 1970s: “During the period which you mentioned, the diocese did have Father Harbert in psychotherapy. It is amazing that this kind of thing could occur, but who knows the mystery of evil in this world.”
Later that year, Myers wrote another letter to the mother of two victims: “Only recently have I become aware of specific instances of [Harbert’s] problem. I assure you that he has been receiving help for a long time and that we do monitor the situation.”
Though Harbert was removed from the ministry in 1993, the abuse may have continued, according to the report. A 1994 letter to Harbert from the diocese’s vicar general shows that the church was still receiving reports of young boys coming and going from Harbert’s home.
A total of 12 people have come forward to report abuse by Harbert. The earliest reported case was in 1966 in Rock Island County. Victims have also come forward from Bureau and Tazewell counties, and Florida.
'He messed up my life':2 Chillicothe boys endured repeated sexual abuse by priest
Harbert died in 2003. | https://www.pjstar.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/priests-groped-and-abused-children-in-bloomington-il-and-pekin/70262161007/ | 2023-06-02T10:03:15 | 1 | https://www.pjstar.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/priests-groped-and-abused-children-in-bloomington-il-and-pekin/70262161007/ |
Second in a series on Cedar Valley Top 10 Nurses.
WAVERLY — Being a hospice nurse requires empathy, compassion, the ability to build trust with terminally ill patients at the end stage of their lives, and interpersonal communication skills to speak with families going through difficult times.
Andrea Burgart has all of those skills and more in her role as a registered nurse at Cedar Valley Hospice. She is being honored as one of The Courier’s Cedar Valley Top Nurses for 2023. She was the top vote-getter in nominations as the people’s choice winner.
“I found my way into hospice nursing. I had a friend in high school who had leukemia and passed away. I helped care for my grandmother at the end of her life. I knew what hospice care looked like, and I understand what an important choice hospice is for families,” she explained.
People are also reading…
Burgart, 36, works primarily out of the Cedar Valley Hospice office in Waverly. Clinical Services Manager Taylor Kramer, a registered nurse, said the staff is excited about Burgart being named a top 10 nurse.
“She is so deserving of this award. She focuses on the mission statement of Cedar Valley Hospice. She takes making each moment matter to a new level, providing compassionate care to patients and families,” Kramer said.
Kramer described Burgart as “selfless and loving while fighting her own health journey, but that hasn’t stopped her from providing top-notch, empathetic and compassionate care to each patient she encounters.”
Making a personal connection and spending quality time with her patients is important.
“It’s good to have trust develop and I want to formulate a good relationship right off the bat with my patients and their families. Some patients begin to think of me as family,” said Burgart.
In her nominations, supporters describe Burgart as the “most selfless, compassionate person and nurse you could ever know. She gives 100% to all of her patients and has a heart of pure gold. She genuinely cares about people and is committed to giving the best care she can to all patients she cares for.”
She also can relate to their illnesses on a personal level. Burgart was diagnosed with a primary brain tumor in 2010.
“So I’ve had similar thoughts and faced thoughts about the end of life and what that would look like,” she explained. In recent months, the wife and mother of two daughters, ages 2 and 5, suffered a relapse. “It’s discouraging and stressful, and I’m currently involved in clinical trials in Philadelphia.”
Cedar Valley Hospice staff and colleagues have been supportive, she said. “I go once a month to Philadelphia for infusions. And I’m taking pills, as well, and considering what my next options are.
“My experience has given me a deeper level of understanding and connection with my patients. We share similar anxieties and fears about the future.”
In the face of her own health challenges, “she is a warrior,” wrote nominators.
Burgart originally studied finance before realizing she wanted to connect with people, not balance sheets. She graduated from Kaplan University in 2015 with her RN and completed her bachelor’s degree in nursing in 2017. Her first nursing job was at Covenant Hospital in Waterloo in 2015 (now MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center).
“I had always had the goal of working at Mayo with oncology patients and started working inpatient medical oncology in 2017. I worked inpatient until COVID in 2020. I started working remotely for Mayo in a Remote Monitoring Program for COVID+ patients recovering at home to triage calls and provide guidance.”
Burgart has worked at Cedar Valley Hospice since April 2021.
In her free time, she and her husband Gerry enjoy spending time outdoors with their daughters, Isla and Ruby, and their Australian shepherd. “We’ve always been 50-50 with everything but now he’s taking on more responsibilities, and I have a big family pitching in to help. They’re enjoying time with the girls.”
As a hospice nurse, “I feel like I’ve really found where I need to be. I’m where I need to be in my own personal journey.
“More than anything, I realize the future is unknowable. I’ve found I’m more accepting of mortality, and I’ve been able to connect with my patients on a deeper level. In a way, it’s therapy for me,” Burgart added. | https://wcfcourier.com/news/local/andrea-burgart-hospice-nurse-connects-with-her-patients-on-deeper-level/article_ab75c03c-88ce-5174-90d9-27094f53b6d3.html | 2023-06-02T10:08:04 | 1 | https://wcfcourier.com/news/local/andrea-burgart-hospice-nurse-connects-with-her-patients-on-deeper-level/article_ab75c03c-88ce-5174-90d9-27094f53b6d3.html |
CEDAR FALLS — Gov. Kim Reynolds could soon sign a bill into law that would reduce funding to Iowa area education agencies, which provide special education services to public and private school students.
During the legislative session, lawmakers passed a bill that would cut nearly $30 million statewide from AEAs’ appropriations. This includes a $7.5 million annual cut as well as an additional $22 million reduction.
In Iowa, nine AEAs serve about 72,000 students ages 3 to 21 that have individualized education programs, which provide students who have identified disabilities with specialized instruction and services.
Central Rivers Area Education Agency, headquartered in Cedar Falls, serves about 55,000 students. Of those students, about 9,500 of them have IEPs, according to Chief Administrator Sam Miller.
He said special education is about 75% of what the AEA focuses on. Some services provided include speech pathology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, audiology for hearing screenings and school psychology.
Miller said by law, AEAs must have their budgets approved by March and have notices posted by May 1. He said those dates are important because funding cuts proposed by the Legislature happened after May 1.
If the bill is signed, Miller is most concerned about what will happen in future fiscal years.
“A question we’re going to have (for) the Legislature next fall is we can’t wait until May to know what our funding is,” he said. “If you’re going to tell us you need to tell us (earlier) because we need to make adjustments.”
He said the funding cuts could affect 18 to 22 staff members in future fiscal years.
One possibility of lessening the potential blow to Central Rivers’ budget is by dipping into the organization’s reserves, but Miller said they are “not in the financial position to sustain these cuts in the future.”
Miller is retiring from Central Rivers in August and Joel Pedersen will be taking his spot starting July 1.
He said Pedersen would have to sit down and figure out what the AEA can do with the cuts to “have the least impact on kids.”
“The problem we have is we’re a service agency,” Miller said. “Everything we do impacts kids.”
Over Miller’s eight years at the helm of the organization, he said Central Rivers has made cuts by shutting down satellite sites, combining staff positions, and closing media centers. Now, he said, they’re down to people.
However, the special education needs in the district have never been greater. Because of more needs, staffing has been spread out.
Staffing could thin even more with the passing of a law where Iowa families can apply for state money to attend private schools, also known as education savings accounts. The issue is, Miller said, that AEAs do not get reimbursed for services they provide to those schools.
Last school year, there were a little more than 800 students using special education services provided by AEAs who attended private schools.
Miller said both school districts and AEAs will not know the number of students attending private schools until Labor Day. Iowa’s new open enrollment rule also allows students to enroll in a different school at any time.
“Right now the AEA provides services to students who go to parochial schools even though we don’t get funded for it, we do it because it’s the right thing to do,” he said. “As more students are potentially going to attend parochial schools, we are asking legislators and the governor to consider this funding issue. All kids deserve the service they need.”
With these potential cuts, AEAs at the same time are receiving more money than last year due to a 3% increase in state supplemental aid to public schools. Miller said it depends on how you look at the situation.
Central Rivers based its budget on the 3% increase where they would have received $850,000. With the additional cuts, it would be a decrease of $640,000, putting Central Rivers at an increase of $210,000.
“So, yes, we’re getting $210,000 more than last year,” he said. “But if you look at expecting $850,000 and find out you’re getting $210,000, that’s a budget shortfall.”
Last month, after being asked by reporters about the potential cuts, Reynolds said she was still reviewing the bill.
“I truly don’t believe, if we decide to move forward and sign the bill that that will impact their ability to provide the services at a local level,” she said. “We appreciate what they do and we don’t foresee any delays in the services that they provide to school districts. So (I) feel confident in that.”
Photos: Grundy Center/Gladbrook-Reinbeck defeats Des Moines Christian in the Class 1A Boys' semifinals at Des Moines on Thursday, June 1
Kate Walton, a lobbyist for the Area Education Agencies of Iowa, speaks to lawmakers during a subcommittee hearing on a bill that would reduce funding to AEAs. | https://wcfcourier.com/news/local/education/central-rivers-aea-worried-about-potential-cut-from-the-state/article_a0c3a1d0-00bb-11ee-a51e-dfe8e1114280.html | 2023-06-02T10:08:10 | 1 | https://wcfcourier.com/news/local/education/central-rivers-aea-worried-about-potential-cut-from-the-state/article_a0c3a1d0-00bb-11ee-a51e-dfe8e1114280.html |
Local LGBTQ leaders hoping to ban conversion therapy practice in York County
Individuals from over 30 organizations attended a town hall event at Marketview Arts in downtown York on Wednesday to raise awareness about conversion therapy.
Conversion therapy is a practice involving counseling and psychotherapy to attempt to eliminate individuals’ sexual desires for members of their own sex, according to the American Psychological Association.
In the last few years, the conversation of social issues facing LGBTQ+ individuals have increased, including the right to use restrooms and participation in activities such as sports aligned with their gender identity.
More:Threats cancel drag queen story hour at York Jewish Community Center Pride event
More:Red Lion Area School District postpones town hall on transgender student use of restrooms
Over 75 individuals, including parents, teens and York County LGBTQ leaders, attended the meeting, which began with an introduction to what conversion therapy is and the effects it may have on children, teens and even some adults.
Patrick Cochran of PFLAG National, an organization that provides support for parents and families of LGBTQ youth, presented statistics that conversion therapy has been labeled dangerous by organizations such as the "American Psychological Association and Pan American Health."
More:South Western School Board to revisit proposed transgender bathroom policy
More:York drag queen Jada Sparxxx: 'I love it’ when politicians label me a threat to kids
"Lots of people think of it (conversion therapy) as something they no longer do – unfortunately, that's not the case. We know about nearly 700,000 survivors of conversion therapy; 16,000 of LGBTQ youth are at risk of being put through conversion therapy by a licensed medical health professional," Cochran said.
Cochran said that conversion therapy efforts cost the U.S. an estimated $9.23 billion each year, according to a peer-reviewed study in the journal JAMA Pediatrics.
The town hall also included a panel discussion joined by Preston Heldibridle, executive director of PA Youth Congress, and Alex Redcay, a professor of social work at Millersville University.
York County panel representatives included Maria Gable, vice president of the board for the Rainbow Rose Center, who said she was a survivor of conversion therapy, and Kathy Vosburg, treasurer of PFLAG York and a mother to a transgender teen.
Gable said her conversion therapy did not work and led her to believe "something was wrong" with her.
Cochran said that in the state of Pennsylvania, there are a handful of cities and counties that have banned conversion therapy.
"York City and York County have not, so we would like to change that," Cochran said.
Panelists encouraged audience members who support the rights of the LGBTQ community and who are against conversion therapy to take action and ask local legislators to support the Pennsylvania Fairness Act. | https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/lgbtq-leaders-hoping-to-ban-conversion-therapy-practice-york-county/70276908007/ | 2023-06-02T10:20:19 | 0 | https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/lgbtq-leaders-hoping-to-ban-conversion-therapy-practice-york-county/70276908007/ |
Good behavior won Easton Eberly a ride to school in a Springettsbury Township Police car
Sirens wailed as the crowd chanted Thursday outside of Stoney Brook Elementary School, but it was all for good behavior.
Seven-year-old Easton Eberly was selected out of 520 students at the school for a ride to school in a Springettsbury Township Police cruiser. Teachers from each class selected students based on the criteria of "following directions, body under control, and using kind words," Principal Diane Grondin said. One lucky student was randomly chosen for the ride from that group.
The student body was outside and all ready for the arrival at the bus loop of the school. Eberly made two loops past the cheering crowd with Springettsbury Township Police Officer Jesse Trout at the helm of the Ford Explorer Police Interceptor emblazoned with the words "Kindness Matters" along the doors. The arm of its tiny captive, with head almost below the window, could be seen waving.
More:Photos: Central York prom 2022
The police cruiser was decorated in art created by a North Hills Elementary School student who won a contest last year, Trout said.
"He got nervous real quick. As we pulled in, he got real shy and wanted to get out out right away. I had to reach across and pull the door shut, Trout said. The plan was to make two passes around the bus loop past the screaming crowd.
More:York Art Association will have to move for I-83 widening project
In retrospect, after the cheering crowd had melted back into the school and it was quiet again, Eberly said, "It was really cool."
"At this age group, I just get them to see me in a more positive light and be more familiar with me so when they do move up into the middle school they are more comfortable with me," said Trout, who is the school resource officer for Central York School District.
I have captured life through the lens since 1983, and am currently a visual journalist with the USA Today Network. You can reach me at pkuehnel@ydr.com. | https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/springettsbury-township-police-bring-student-to-school-for-being-good/70274429007/ | 2023-06-02T10:20:25 | 0 | https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/springettsbury-township-police-bring-student-to-school-for-being-good/70274429007/ |
Britt's police chief has filed a lawsuit against the city of Britt and Mayor Ryan Arndorfer for allegedly sending sexually harassing messages, videos and images.
Police Chief Mark Anderson filed complaints with the Iowa Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Dec. 2, 2021. The ICRC issued a right to sue letter on Feb. 21, and Anderson filed suit May 12.
The lawsuit, filed May 12, claims after Anderson was hired in September 2017, Anderson was added to a group chat which included Arndorfer and former Councilman Chad Luecht, who according to the council minutes resigned in April. The petition states all involved are homosexual, and Anderson was using the group as support because he was going through a divorce.
The petition claims that in late 2017 and early 2018, Luecht and Andorfer began treating Anderson differently, sending him inappropriate and sexually graphic messages via the text group and Snapchat. Anderson allegedly told them he was not comfortable with the messages, but they did not stop.
People are also reading…
Anderson married his husband, Austin, in September 2020. The suit alleges Arndorfer pressured Anderson to send him nude photos of the couple and told him, "We'd take Austin's nudes, but we'd rather have yours."
The mayor also allegedly suggested creating a nude calendar for the police department and wanted to include a photo of Austin. Arndorfer allegedly threatened to publicly reveal the contents of the group messages if Anderson did not comply. The petition claims Arndorfer also threatened to withhold resources from the police department if Anderson did not send nude photos.
On Jan. 13, 2020, Anderson told City Council Administrator Deb Sawyer about the group chat and what was going on. She then told Luecht to stop, which he did, but Arndorfer allegedly did not stop sending inappropriate messages via Snapchat after Sawyer told him to stop as well.
Anderson allegedly received another explicit message July 1, 2021. He did not respond to Arndorfer's message. Later in July, Anderson received a 1.5% pay raise, while other members of the department received 6% raises.
The petition states at the Jan. 3, 2023, council meeting, Luecht chastised the police department and said he had no confidence in Anderson's ability as chief — a position Anderson had served in since October 2018.
Anderson's lawyer Madison Fielder-Carlson responded to an inquiry from the Globe Gazette with a statement:
"Mark is proud of his service in our armed services and as a police officer for the City of Britt. He is hopeful this lawsuit will help lead to meaningful change in the community and better awareness of the importance of power dynamics and consent."
The petition alleges two violations of the Iowa Civil Rights Act for discrimination based on sex and sexual orientation and one violation of the Iowa Civil Rights Act for retaliation.
Andorfer was not available at city hall and had not returned an email as of print deadline on Wednesday. Contact information for Luecht was not immediately available.
No court or trial dates have been set as of Thursday. | https://globegazette.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/britt-police-chief-sues-mayor-city-for-discrimination-based-on-sex-and-sexuality/article_cb037c64-0097-11ee-aafd-3343e45c1181.html | 2023-06-02T10:24:41 | 1 | https://globegazette.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/britt-police-chief-sues-mayor-city-for-discrimination-based-on-sex-and-sexuality/article_cb037c64-0097-11ee-aafd-3343e45c1181.html |
Canadian visitor Terry Undershultz may not be eligible for the Iowa residents' free fishing weekend, but he's grateful for introducing folks to the sport he loves so much.
Robin McClelland
Clear Lake Fishing Club will host the Jeff Geisman Memorial Kids Fishing day on June 2 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ventura Grade in Ventura.
You get a line and I'll get pole, and we'll fish for free at the crawdad hole, Honey, Baby, mine.
Iowans can indeed go fishing for free this weekend, Friday through Sunday, courtesy of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
All other DNR fishing regulations remain in place, but children and adults can cast a line without a license June 2-4 at all of Iowa's public rivers, lakes and ponds.
For traveling fisherman Chris Tucker of Minnesota, it's just another ideal North Iowa day on Clear Lake.
"Fishing season hasn't started yet in Minnesota. I've got my nonresident license, and I like to come down for early fishing. I've been a pipe-fitter and plumber my whole life. Took some time away and put a lot of effort into learning the fish, the bodies of water and how the whole environment plays together," he said.
Tucker may take on being a guide in the future, but for now he's taking advantage of what fishing has to offer. "When I'm out on the lake, I don't worry about anything else. It's a stress reliever."
His fishing boat is decked out with gear of all sorts, but that isn't what he thinks this weekend is about.
"Sure, when you get up to my level, the gear matters, but just starting out? Nah. Clear Lake, especially, has great spots off the boat piers and at the jetty at Ventura Cove for good shore fishing. Right now? Anybody can catch a fish," Tucker said.
He recommends shore fishing with any pole and bait in the mornings and evenings if you're looking to catch some walleye. "They're biting for sure. You won't catch them out in the middle of the day, though," he advised.
If you stop in to the Crazy Minnow on Clear Lake's South Shore Drive, Dave Templeton will tell you something similar.
"They're catching everything right now. It's gonna be 89 degrees and the water is already up into the 70s," Templeton said. "Crappie, muskie, yellow bass, perch, bluegill, walleye, largemouth bass, monster catfish." Templeton whipped out his phone to show a photo of a friend with a massive catfish caught just the other day.
Every year, Kevin Paul of Clear Lake Bait and Tackle makes a donation to the Clear Lake Fishing Club for gear and prizes on Take a Kid Fishing Day. The children's day tournament will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Ventura grade. The DNR will be there from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. giving presentations on fishing and boating safety.
"It's now called the Jeff Geisman Memorial Kids Fishing Day in honor of our late vice president," said Alex Templeton, vice president of the fishing club. "Kids day was his favorite part of every year."
According to a Facebook post from the fishing club, age groups are 0-5, 6-10 and 11-15. First, second, and third place prizes are awarded for heaviest stringer, and there is a Big Fish category for each division. Everyone gets a prize regardless of if they catch a fish.
Each body of water and location has slightly different rules for bag and size limits. The DNR provides a booklet of fishing regulations at any licensing location, or it can be viewed and downloaded here.
DNR Conservation Officer Ben Schlader said there is always a lot of activity on Clear Lake during free fishing weekend.
"With walleye on Clear Lake, the bag limit is three and the length limit is 22 inches, and you have to immediately release alive all 17- to 22-inch walleyes; no more than one walleye longer than 22-inches may be taken per day. Since the bag limit is three, you could take two smaller than 17 inches," Schlader said.
Iowa law requires all residents over 16 years of age to be licensed during all other times of the season. Fishing licenses can be purchased with the DNR Go Outdoors Iowa online licensing system at license.gooutdoorsiowa.com/.
Canadian visitor Terry Undershultz may not be eligible for the Iowa residents' free fishing weekend, but he's grateful for introducing folks to the sport he loves so much. | https://globegazette.com/news/local/iowans-can-enjoy-free-fishing-weekend-courtesy-of-iowa-dnr/article_a3a0cc14-0090-11ee-9cde-b7aec15470cd.html | 2023-06-02T10:24:47 | 0 | https://globegazette.com/news/local/iowans-can-enjoy-free-fishing-weekend-courtesy-of-iowa-dnr/article_a3a0cc14-0090-11ee-9cde-b7aec15470cd.html |
'It's probably overdue': Bartow to name street after NFL Hall of Famer Ken Riley
The posthumous accolades keep coming for Ken Riley, a Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee and Bartow native who never forgot about his community.
Bartow is set to name Gibbons Street after Riley at 9:30 a.m. Saturday in a street-sign unveiling at Gibbons and Bennett Court, the city said.
The new street will be christened Ken Riley Way. Riley’s wife still owns a home on Gibbons Street where the couple had lived.
The street renaming follows Riley’s induction into the Hall of Fame in February and after his death almost three years earlier at age 72. He retired from the NFL 40 years ago.
Riley played cornerback for 15 years with the Cincinnati Bengals and by the time he hung up his helmet for the last time, he had accumulated multiple records.
He held the Bengals' records for the most seasons played, most regular-season games played, career interceptions returned for yardage and postseason interceptions, according to the Hall of Fame. He also led the Bengals in interceptions seven times and led the AFC three times.
'Never say never'Bartow's Ken Riley is finally enshrined in Pro Football Hall of Fame
A pictorial remembranceKen Riley through the years in Polk County
East End CatalystBartow picks, with apartments, possible rehabbed cigar factory
Another highlight in his football career was his appearance in Super Bowl XVI, when the Bengals faced the San Francisco 49ers in a contest the Bengals ultimately lost.
Riley was picked in the sixth round of the 1969 draft. He played high school football at the all-Black Union Academy in Bartow before before the integration of schools. He was a quarterback at Union and later at Florida A&M.
In 1982, he was inducted into the Florida A&M Athletic Hall of Fame. After the NFL, he was the school's head football coach from 1986 to 1993, leading his teams to two Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference titles and two coach of the year awards.
Riley was also an NFL coach from 1984 to 1985 and finished his career as the defensive backs coach of the Green Bay Packers, the Hall of Fame said.
City Commissioner Steve Githens said Mayor Leo E. Longworth worked with the city attorney to ask residents along the street to be renamed, and none of the residents objected.
"He came back to Bartow,” Githens said. “He was always focused on Bartow. ... He never forgot his Bartow roots.”
In a January 2009 Ledger report, he appeared for the opening of “Polk’s Pigskin History” installment at the Polk Historical Museum in Bartow and signed autographs.
According to Charles Luster, museum director at the African American Heritage Museum, Riley connected with the younger generation because after his football career, he interacted with them.
“They can relate to Riley,” Luster said. “He came back and did a lot of programs in the community so the younger generation 20 to 30 years younger would know him personally.”
The museum features a Union Academy exhibit with Riley’s photo and his accolades as well as a Bengals jersey he wore during the Hall of Fame induction ceremony, he said.
Luster also said there are several other Bartow streets named after notable people, from Martin Luther King Street to George Gause, the first Black mayor of Bartow, and L.B. Brown, who was born enslaved but become a master carpenter and successful businessman in Polk County, among others.
Of the street naming for Riley, Longworth said “it’s probably overdue” because when he came back to Bartow he was active on committees and boards. "He gave of his time selflessly to the city of Bartow, so it’s not just the Hall of Fame.”
Naming an existing street after someone significant is reserved for a once-in-a-lifetime person and they have to mean a lot to the city, he said.
“He was just a quiet person who didn’t have to talk a lot to say a lot.” Longworth said. | https://www.theledger.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/bartow-to-name-street-after-hall-of-famer-ken-riley/70277487007/ | 2023-06-02T10:30:14 | 0 | https://www.theledger.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/bartow-to-name-street-after-hall-of-famer-ken-riley/70277487007/ |
Introducing a new feature: Food Truck Fridays, a weekly video series about the various and varied food trucks in the Richmond area.
Each week, we will talk to a different owner/chef about their food, history and culture, highlighting their signature dishes and love of food.
Up first: Monique’s Crêpes.
This week’s feature highlights the sweet and savory crepes served piping hot by Monique Sage Pakora at Monique’s Crêpes.
Growing up, Pakora was surrounded by French foods and culture. When her mother left her home in Casablanca at age 19, she brought her culture and recipes with her. Now, Pakora wants to spread the joy and comfort of her heritage with the people of Richmond.
To Pakora, the food trailer is more than just the food she makes or the smiling faces she gets to serve — it has been a respite during difficult times when she was able to find comfort in the day-to-day work and joy in serving the delicacies of her childhood.
The menu at Monique’s Crêpes includes sweet and savory crêpes featuring dishes like Alexander the Crêpe, Marie Antoinette and L’Elvis. Many of the entrees are filled with locally grown fruits. Dishes typically run $7.50 to $10.
Top five weekend events: Greek Fest, Shakespeare Fest & Ashland Strawberry Faire
Monique Sage Pakora's food truck serves sweet and savory crêpes featuring dishes like Alexander the Crêpe, Marie Antoinette and L’Elvis. Many of the entrees are filled with locally grown fruits. | https://richmond.com/life-entertainment/local/food-drink/introducing-food-truck-fridays-moniques-cr-pes/article_4993e014-fb25-11ed-a383-4b3797b68cc9.html | 2023-06-02T10:40:31 | 1 | https://richmond.com/life-entertainment/local/food-drink/introducing-food-truck-fridays-moniques-cr-pes/article_4993e014-fb25-11ed-a383-4b3797b68cc9.html |
As his career has developed, singer-songwriter Matt Butler has found himself on an unconventional path, playing many gigs in what might be considered unusual venues in front of what might be considered tough crowds.
Jails and prisons.
Though slightly intimidating at first — and occasionally even now — Butler has come to love it.
“For whatever reason, I feel much better and much more comfortable playing inside of jails for the incarcerated than I do playing in front of people in the outside world,” he said in a phone interview from his home in New York City.
It is a calling, he says, and an honor.
He will perform and lead workshops at the Chesterfield County Jail on Saturday, a place that helped inspire this side of his work and where he has played numerous times.
People are also reading…
“I can’t tell you how many times he’s been here doing concerts,” said Chesterfield Sheriff Karl Leonard. “Just an amazing individual. He really connected with our folks.”
On top of that, Leonard said, “I love his music. He is really good.”
Butler’s appearance in Chesterfield comes a day after the release of his debut album, “Reckless Son.”
Butler, 36, came to know about Chesterfield a few years ago while writing music for a documentary about teens struggling with substance abuse and drug addiction. As he was researching the subject, he came upon a video on social media of men singing as part of Chesterfield jail’s HARP program: Helping Addicts Recover Progressively.
“I remember thinking to myself ... maybe some of those guys would relate to some of the music I had written for the film,” Butler recalled. “Simultaneously I felt ... music meant something very, very important in that moment to them that went beyond just being entertaining. That was the reason I felt called to music, as well. I felt there was something about it that was a little more transcendent that just being entertainment.”
And he felt compelled to do something.
He asked around to see if he might be able to visit Chesterfield to perform. A more immediate connection was made to a jail in New York, so in 2016 the Albany County Jail was the first of what has become more than 150 concerts in jails and prisons across the country.
“But it was a video of Chesterfield that was the initial impetus and the thing that put it in my head,” said Butler, who first performed in Chesterfield in 2017.
Through his musical storytellling, Butler shares relatable messages of hope and understanding for those who have struggled with addiction, Leonard said.
“He inspires so many people,” he said.
This is not necessarily the direction Butler could have anticipated for his career when he was a self-described “punk rock dude” in his teens.
“That is 100% correct,” Butler said with a laugh, noting that he moved into more of a storytelling style in his 20s. “At the same time, though, one could argue what I do is incredibly rock ’n’ roll. It’s a very punk-rock quality to what I’ve been doing as far as going into some of the rougher places that one could play.”
His songwriting has evolved to reflect his own experiences — he acknowledges his own struggles with mental health — as well as those of the people he has met behind bars. The result are songs that speak to people who have wrestled with their own demons, particularly addiction, which affects so many in all walks of life, Butler said.
Butler performs in a variety of venues, but he's found a bond with audiences in jails and prisons that he has not always found in clubs and theaters.
“The reactions were very strong from the beginning, and that’s something that really took me by surprise and also made the experience, to some degree, really rewarding,” he said. “As an artist, I didn’t feel like I’d ever connected to anybody with my work the way I did when I was performing in prisons. There’s a lot of laughing and crying. I never thought that would be possible.”
Butler started out working his for-free jail and prison appearances around nearby paying gigs, but as his reach and popularity has increased, he’s created a nonprofit — Art That Serves — that is dedicated to bringing the arts to incarcerated populations. The nonprofit, still in its fledgling stages, helps cover his travel expenses, and he hopes to build it into something more sustainable as time goes on.
Butler hopes his jail and prison appearances serve as “a very small part of somebody’s healing process.
“That’s my little piece of contribution to what is a much larger and sophisticated problem,” he said.
Leonard said Butler’s mere presence means a lot to those who will be listening on Saturday, noting that Butler would be performing in New York just days before coming to Chesterfield.
“That sends such a message to them of hope, that people care,” Leonard said. “He could go anywhere he wants, but he’s taking his time to come inside a jail on a Saturday in June. He just serves to heighten their hope and personal recovery.” | https://richmond.com/life-entertainment/local/music/musician-coming-to-chesterfield-jail-using-song-for-hope-and-healing/article_644be796-ff1f-11ed-bcab-0f85fb5a7538.html | 2023-06-02T10:40:37 | 0 | https://richmond.com/life-entertainment/local/music/musician-coming-to-chesterfield-jail-using-song-for-hope-and-healing/article_644be796-ff1f-11ed-bcab-0f85fb5a7538.html |
The symbolism of the moment and the task ahead of him is not lost on Earl Gary.
“I think it’s very unique, the odds of me getting in a position like this,” Gary said. “I’m really grateful to be given this opportunity to perform with all of the history that comes with it.”
Gen. Robert E. Lee's statue rests on the ground after being taken off its pedestal on Sept. 8, 2021, following a ruling by the Virginia Supreme Court on Sept. 2, 2021, allowing for its removal.
BOB BROWN, Times-Dispatch
Gary's YME Landscape , a Black-owned Richmond company, has been chosen to revitalize the circle on Monument and North Allen avenues where the Robert E. Lee statue once stood. His company's involvement in the project marks another symbol in the lessening of the city’s Confederate presence with a Black crew working to reimagine the space once inhabited by the general.
The controversial bronze statue was taken down in 2021, after activists called for its removal in the wake of George Floyd's murder. The empty pedestal was leveled in February 2022. The statue was transferred to the Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia.
YME Landscape owner Earl Gary uses a compact tractor to move topsoil for temporary landscaping at the former site of Gen. Robert E. Lee's statue on Monument Avenue on Wednesday.
Daniel Sangjib Min, TIMES-DISPATCH
YME and the Department of Public Works recently began site work at the circle. The plan calls for the grounds of the former monument to be spruced up with 6,000 plants and 28 trees.
“I’ve been doing landscaping for a long time, but I don’t think I had too many jobs where I had to plant 6,000 plants,” Gary said.
Gary
Daniel Sangjib Min, TIMES-DISPATCH
Prior to starting YME in 2007, Gary, 47, had an engineering background, graduating with an electrical engineering technology degree from Old Dominion and working on industrial projects and energy audits for such places as UPS, Courtyard by Marriott and the Minnesota Air National Guard.
Earl Gary shows a plan on Wednesday for temporary landscaping at the former site of Gen. Robert E. Lee's statue on Monument Avenue.
Daniel Sangjib Min, TIMES-DISPATCH
But Gary wanted to start his own firm due to the uphill climb of finding job opportunities and receiving promotions.
“A lot of times when I was working in engineering, I was pretty much the only minority working there,” he said. “I learned really quickly, ‘Am I ever going to get that junior executive position or senior executive position?’ I’m not saying I couldn’t, but the landscape didn’t look the same to me as someone that’s not in the minority.”
Alfred Brown Jr., from left, Alex Brown and Ronald Simms of YME Landscape spread topsoil for temporary landscaping at the former site of Gen. Robert E. Lee's statue on Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday. YME Landscape owner Earl Gary, in the background, uses a compact tractor to move topsoil.
Daniel Sangjib Min, TIMES-DISPATCH
Gary saw similar things with his grandfather and father while growing up in Richmond, as they worked at Allied Signal and Honeywell, former names of what is now AdvanSix. They were often the only minorities on their teams.
After Gary met a Black electrical engineer who worked with his dad, he gained interest in doing that line of work. Gary also developed a vision of creating space for more minority engineers.
The circle at the intersection of Monument and North Allen avenues, where the Robert E. Lee statue once stood, is shown.
Daniel Sangjib Min, TIMES-DISPATCH
"I got to see that lineage, and I'm like, 'Well, I'm gonna take what I saw and maybe try to transfer it a little bit differently in this generation,'" he said. "Instead of me being that only minority in that function, maybe I can create a minority function."
Gary established YME partly due to his interest in landscaping, but also as a way to raise money to further his engineering career.
“My granddad, he always worked on lawn mowers, stuff like that, so I knew how to cut grass,” Gary said. “I just figured if I can get enough landscaping work, I probably can build my own engineering firm.”
Customize your experience so you see the stories most important to you. And sign up for personalized notifications so you don't miss any important news.
TO DOWNLOAD
For Android users: https://go.richmond.com/googleplay
For Apple users: https://go.richmond.com/apple
Gary eventually got his own firm, founding Fulcrum Engineering Solutions more than six years ago. The company’s civil engineers prepare sites for construction and development.
Gary said it’s important to have more Black and minority-owned businesses, particularly in cities like Richmond that are majority-minority.
“I think it’s really important,” he said. “I think a lot of the Black-owned businesses we do have, it takes awhile for them to be more of a corporation. I don’t want to say they’re all sole proprietors, but they often end up being the main person working the entire time until they get to retirement; if somebody doesn’t take it over, then it’s one-dimensional.”
As YME begins the early stages of working on the landscaping plan, Gary hopes the work will be completed by mid- to late July.
Second District City Council member Katherine Jordan said the fencing and barriers surrounding the former Lee Circle will not be removed until the project is completed to ensure staff safety.
Brothers Alfred Brown Jr. and Alex Brown are working at YME for the summer while attending Virginia Commonwealth University and Old Dominion University, respectively. Both say the project is a good opportunity to create a nice visual space for Richmonders.
“It’s nice to be able to turn it into something everyone can enjoy,” Alfred Brown Jr. said. “It won’t be just patch and dirt when we’re done. We’re just happy to help out with changing the city environment.”
100 photos of the Robert E. Lee statue coming down in Richmond
The Robert E. Lee Statue makes its way down moment avenue on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
A pedestal sits empty after the Robert E. Lee Statue was taken down on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Community members watch as crews take the Robert E. Lee Statue down on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Deja Spicely watches as crews take the Robert E. Lee Statue down on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
A person watches as crews take the Robert E. Lee Statue down on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
A person watches as crews take the Robert E. Lee Statue down on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews take the Robert E. Lee Statue down on Wednesday.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews take the Robert E. Lee statue down on Sept. 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Lightening strikes behind a pedestal where Robert E. Lee sat since 1890 on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Lightening strikes behind an empty pedestal where Robert E. Lee sat since 1890 on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
A woman waves as crews take away the Robert E. Lee Statue down moment avenue on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Kate Fowler makes prints as crews take the Robert E. Lee Statue down on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890. The print said "Giddy Up Loser."
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Community members watch as crews take the Robert E. Lee Statue down on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Bee The Gardner watches as crews take the Robert E. Lee Statue down on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
A pedestal where Robert E. Lee sat since 1890 sits empty on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia. The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews take the Robert E. Lee Statue down on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews take the Robert E. Lee Statue down on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews take the Robert E. Lee Statue down on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Ryshawn Lee Taylor Richardson watches as Crews take the Robert E. Lee Statue down on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews take the Robert E. Lee Statue down on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews take the Robert E. Lee Statue down on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Community members raise their fists as crews take the Robert E. Lee Statue down on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia. The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Workmen begin removal of the plaques on the side of the pedestal after the statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee was removed from its pedestal on Monument Ave. in Richmond, VA Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN
A workman uses an electric saw to cut the statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee after it was removed from its pedestal on Monument Ave. in Richmond, VA Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021 following a ruling by the Virginia State Supreme Court Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, allowing for the removal of the statue. The statue was cut into two pieces for easier transport.
BOB BROWN
The statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee is guided by workmen after it was removed from its pedestal on Monument Ave. in Richmond, VA Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021 following a ruling by the Virginia State Supreme Court Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, allowing for the removal of the statue.
BOB BROWN
The bottom part of the statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee is placed on a trailer after being cut from the rest of the sculpture following removal from its pedestal on Monument Ave. in Richmond, VA Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN
The top half of the statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee is moved by a crane after being cut from the rest of the sculpture after removal from its pedestal on Monument Ave. in Richmond, VA Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021 following a ruling by the Virginia State Supreme Court Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, allowing for the removal of the statue.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
The lower part remained after the top half of the statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee was cut off and moved by a crane after removal from its pedestal on Monument Ave. in Richmond, VA Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021 following a ruling by the Virginia State Supreme Court Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, allowing for the removal of the statue.
BOB BROWN
The top half of the statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee, left, is moved by a crane after being cut from the rest of the sculpture, right, following removal from its pedestal on Monument Ave. in Richmond, VA Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021. A ruling by the Virginia State Supreme Court Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, allowed for removal of the statue.
BOB BROWN
The top half of the statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee is moved by a crane after being cut from the rest of the sculpture after removal from its pedestal on Monument Ave. in Richmond, VA Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021 following a ruling by the Virginia State Supreme Court Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, allowing for the removal of the statue.
BOB BROWN
Watching as the statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee is removed from its pedestal on Monument Ave. in Richmond, VA Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021 in Richmond, VA are, from left, Del. Delores McQuinn, D-Richmond, Virginia First Lady Pam Northam and state Senator Mamie Locke, D-Hampton.
BOB BROWN
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam, left, and Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney, right, arrived at the statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee before it was removed from its pedestal on Monument Ave. in Richmond, VA Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021 following a ruling by the Virginia State Supreme Court Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, allowing for the removal of the statue. Stony had removed the other Confederate statues on Monument Avenue, but Lee was on state, not city property. Northam had vowed to take the Lee statue down and after a lengthy court appeal process, accomplished his promise.
BOB BROWN
The statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee is removed from its pedestal on Monument Ave. in Richmond, VA Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021 following a ruling by the Virginia State Supreme Court Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, allowing for the removal of the statue.
BOB BROWN
People crowded barriers to watch as the statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee was removed from its pedestal on Monument Ave. in Richmond, VA Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021 following a ruling by the Virginia State Supreme Court Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, allowing for the removal of the statue.
BOB BROWN
The statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee is prepared for removal from its pedestal on Monument Ave. in Richmond, VA Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021 following a ruling by the Virginia State Supreme Court Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, allowing for the removal.
BOB BROWN
The statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee was removed from its pedestal on Monument Avenue on Wednesday.
BOB BROWN/Times-Dispatch
The statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee is removed from its pedestal on Monument Ave. in Richmond, VA Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021 following a ruling by the Virginia State Supreme Court Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, allowing for the removal of the statue.
BOB BROWN
The feencing around the statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee appears to make an X as it was removed from its pedestal on Monument Ave. in Richmond, VA Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021 following a ruling by the Virginia State Supreme Court Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, allowing for the removal of the statue.
BOB BROWN
The statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee is removed from its pedestal on Monument Ave. in Richmond, VA Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021 following a ruling by the Virginia State Supreme Court Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, allowing for the removal of the statue.
BOB BROWN
Tim Smith, of Washington, DC sketches before the removal of the statue of Robert E. Lee from its pedestal on Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
EVA RUSSO/TIMES-DISPATCH
Onlookers gather in the public viewing area to watch the removal of the statue of Robert E. Lee from its pedestal on Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
EVA RUSSO/TIMES-DISPATCH
Gary Flowers, host of The Gary Flowers Show, a radio show in Richmond, VA, has someone snap a photo with his phone after the removal of the statue of Robert E. Lee from its pedestal on Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
EVA RUSSO/TIMES-DISPATCH
Onlookers were kept behind barricades as the statue erected to honor Robert E. Lee was removed from Monument Ave. in Richmond, Va. on Wed. Sept 8, 2021
DEAN HOFFMEYER/TIMES-DISPATCH
The bottom half of the Lee statue is loaded onto a flatbed truck on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Rig Mading, of Stafford, attends the removal of the statue of Robert E. Lee from its pedestal on Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
EVA RUSSO/TIMES-DISPATCH
The bottom half of the Lee statue is loaded onto a flatbed truck on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
The bottom half of the Lee statue is loaded onto a flatbed truck on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
The statue of Robert E. Lee is removed from its pedestal on Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
EVA RUSSO/TIMES-DISPATCH
The statue of Robert E. Lee is removed from its pedestal on Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
EVA RUSSO/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews prep the statue of Robert E. Lee for removal from its pedestal on Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
EVA RUSSO/TIMES-DISPATCH
Robert E. Lee statue on Monument Ave. is lifted in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
DANIEL SANGJIB MIN/TIMES-DISPATCH
One of spectators holds a Black Lives Matter flag as Robert E. Lee statue on Monument Ave. is removed in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
DANIEL SANGJIB MIN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews work on removing Robert E. Lee statue on Monument Ave. in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
DANIEL SANGJIB MIN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews work on cutting the top part of Robert E. Lee statue on Monument Ave. in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
DANIEL SANGJIB MIN/TIMES-DISPATCH
The top part of Robert E. Lee statue is lifted on Monument Ave. in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
DANIEL SANGJIB MIN/TIMES-DISPATCH
The top part of Robert E. Lee statue is lifted on Monument Ave. in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
DANIEL SANGJIB MIN/TIMES-DISPATCH
The top part of Robert E. Lee statue is lifted on Monument Ave. in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
DANIEL SANGJIB MIN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews work on cutting the top part of Robert E. Lee statue on Monument Ave. in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
DANIEL SANGJIB MIN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews work on cutting the top part of Robert E. Lee statue on Monument Ave. in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
DANIEL SANGJIB MIN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Robert E. Lee statue on Monument Ave. is removed from a pedestal in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
DANIEL SANGJIB MIN/TIMES-DISPATCH
"I've never thought I would see this day," says Amanda Lynch of Richmond as she witnesses the removal of Robert E. Lee statue on Monument Ave. in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
DANIEL SANGJIB MIN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Robert E. Lee statue on Monument Ave. is lifted in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
DANIEL SANGJIB MIN/TIMES-DISPATCH
(From left) Raymond McCoy, Muhammad Abdul-Rahman, and Andrew Horton, all of Richmond, pose with borrowed flags for a photo just before the removal of the statue of Robert E. Lee from its pedestal on Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
EVA RUSSO/TIMES-DISPATCH
Onlookers attend the removal of the statue of Robert E. Lee from its pedestal on Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
EVA RUSSO/TIMES-DISPATCH
Councilman Michael Jones Richmond City Council 9th District speaks to the media after the statue of Robert E. Lee is removed from its pedestal on Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
EVA RUSSO/TIMES-DISPATCH
Onlookers document the removal of the statue of Robert E. Lee from its pedestal on Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
EVA RUSSO/TIMES-DISPATCH
Dr. Kenneth Warren Foster and his son Xavier Foster, 6, of Richmond, attend the removal of the statue of Robert E. Lee from its pedestal on Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, September 8, 2021. Foster noted that, aside from recognizing "the removal of racist symbols," his son is the sixth generation in his family to witness the statue. His ancestor Jack Foster lived in Richmond when the statue was originally unveiled.
EVA RUSSO/TIMES-DISPATCH
The statue of Robert E. Lee is removed from its pedestal on Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, September 8, 2021.
EVA RUSSO/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews begin cutting the Lee statue into pieces to be transported away from Monument Avenue in Richmond, Va., on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews begin cutting the Lee statue into pieces to be transported away from Monument Avenue in Richmond, Va., on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews begin cutting the Lee statue into pieces to be transported away from Monument Avenue in Richmond, Va., on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews begin cutting the Lee statue into pieces to be transported away from Monument Avenue in Richmond, Va., on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
DANIEL SANGJIB MIN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews work on the Lee statue after it was removed from its pedestal in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
The Lee statue is on the ground after being removed from its pedestal on Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
The Lee statue is on the ground after being removed from its pedestal on Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
The statue of Robert E. Lee is removed from its pedestal in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
The statue of Robert E. Lee is removed from its pedestal in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia.The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews begin removing the Lee statue from Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews start to remove the Lee statue from Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
DANIEL SANGJIB MIN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Gov. Ralph Northam and First Lady Pamela Northam were on hand to watch the removal of the Lee statue from Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews begin removing the Lee statue from Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
DEAN HOFFMEYER/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crowds watch the Lee statue being removed from Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews begin removing the Lee statue from Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews begin removing the Lee statue from Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crowds wait to get in to watch the removal of the Lee statue in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
DEAN HOFFMEYER/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews begin removing the Lee statue from Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
A crowd gathers to watch the Lee statue come down in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
DANIEL SANGJIB MIN/TIMES-DISPATCH
A man ascends to the Lee statue on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia. The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
The Lee statue seen on on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia. The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
The Lee statue seen on on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia. The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
The Lee statue seen on on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia. The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews prepare to remove the Lee statue from Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
Crews prepare to remove the Lee statue from Monument Avenue in Richmond on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.
BOB BROWN/TIMES-DISPATCH
The Lee statue seen on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia. The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
The Lee statue seen on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at Monument Avenue in Richmond, Virginia. The 21-foot bronze statue weighs 12 tons and is on top of a 40-foot granite pedestal. It was dedicated in 1890.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH
The Lee Circle on Wednesday morning as seen on the left, and afternoon on the right.
SHABAN ATHUMAN/TIMES-DISPATCH | https://richmond.com/news/local/black-owned-company-tasked-with-revitalizing-former-lee-site/article_295950de-fbf4-11ed-8dad-4369adce5714.html | 2023-06-02T10:40:43 | 0 | https://richmond.com/news/local/black-owned-company-tasked-with-revitalizing-former-lee-site/article_295950de-fbf4-11ed-8dad-4369adce5714.html |
A group of residents steadily began to form as the first police cruisers began blocking off the entrance to the Southwood Apartment complex.
In an hour, that group would steadily grow into a crowd of over 50 consisting of primarily residents, local organizers and labor union representatives. With signs in hand, reading “No More Rent Increase,” they had set out to put an end to drastic rent increases.
The rally, organized by political advocacy group New Virginia Majority , came after several residents received notices that, if they renewed their leases, they would face an increase in rent — with most, adding hundreds more to their bill.
Mark Hubbard, right, a consultant for Southwood Apartments, walks back to the rental office at the complex on Thursday as Jorge Figueroa, left, and New Virginia Majority organizers hold a rally to protest rent increases.
Eva Russo, Times-Dispatch
Resident Elmer Villanueva, who has lived at the complex for 13 years, said his rent has been $830 for a two-bedroom home. When he received his renewal form, the new rent offered was $1,585 — nearly double his previous rent.
While the apartment complex agreed to discount his rent, Villanueva will still have to pay an additional $155 each month if he wants to continue living in the complex.
“We are human and we need to be treated with dignity and fairness, not rent increases,” Villanueva said.
Mark Hubbard , a consultant for the complex, said the average cost for a one-bedroom is $880; a two-bedroom is $1,180; a three-bedroom is $1,400; and a town house costs $1,500 to rent.
The new increases, which are universal for all tenants, include up to a $150 monthly increase for a one-bedroom and up to $250 for a two- or three-bedroom or town house.
“I think it would be hard to find a complex that’s not raising rents and our fees are extremely competitive for the market,” Hubbard said.
Across the city, rents have gone up drastically, and many across the city are feeling the cost burden. The protest also underlines the affordable housing crisis facing Richmond residents that has led City Hall to commit millions toward building more homes.
Southwood represents the city’s largest Latino neighborhood. Many residents feel like the rent hikes are predatory. With many living at the poverty line, with an average of $250 earnings per week, rent increases are not feasible.
Since then, residents said they saw improvements to their homes. According to Hubbard, the complex spent millions to make necessary maintenance repairs.
Richmond residents and New Virginia Majority organizers hold signs spelling out "no more rent increases" during a rally at Southwood Apartments on Thursday.
Eva Russo, Times-Dispatch
But some tenants said they are still facing problems.
Jorge Figueroa, a five-year tenant, said his home needs major repairs. He said there is mold in his bathroom, the sink drains are rusted, and his floorboards are cracked and broken. This month, he received a notice that his rent will be increased drastically.
“The issue with the apartments is that they’re not getting the proper maintenance and there’s a lot of inhumane conditions,” Figueroa said.
With the demonstration, New Virginia Majority organizer Sofia Vega said the organization hopes to bring attention to the issue and help residents live a little easier without the financial burden.
According to Hubbard, the complex maintains an open-door policy.
Customize your experience so you see the stories most important to you. And sign up for personalized notifications so you don't miss any important news.
TO DOWNLOAD
For Android users: https://go.richmond.com/googleplay
For Apple users: https://go.richmond.com/apple
Recognize this? 1950s photos from The Times-Dispatch archives
Richmond in the 50s
Tornado damage from June 14, 1951 storm. Photo taken June 23, 1951. Location is Monroe Park.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
The 300 block South Lombardy Street after tornado. Storm was June 14, 1951.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
Tornado felled trees in front of Commonwealth Club on Franklin St., June 13, 1951.
Carl Lynn
Richmond in the 50s
In March 1956, jazz trumpeter Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong and his All-Stars played a concert at the Mosque, along with Woody Herman and his Third Herd. Ticket prices were $1.50, $2 and $2.50. Four days later, the Mosque was scheduled to host two shows by an emerging star, the day before his self-titled debut studio album was released. His name: Elvis Presley.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In July 1950, heavyweight boxing legend Jack Dempsey came to Richmond as a headline attraction for a different event: He was referee of a wrestling match. He stayed at the Hotel John Marshall, which was certainly more peaceful than City Stadium -- not having lost a punch over the decades, the 55-year-old got involved in the match there and knocked out the tag team partners Dick Lever and Wally Dusek.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
South Richmonders had this view of a Dec. 24, 1951, fire on North Side at the F.L. Parsley storage plant on Rady Street. Three fuel oil and kerosene tanks caught fire, sending black smoke across much of the city. More than 100 firefighters were needed to stop the blaze, which threatened a nearby stream, coal yard and other properties. When the owner of neighboring fuel tanks was told that his were saved, he called it "the nicest Christmas present ever."
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In January 1957, the University of Richmond's Boatwright Memorial Library created a vivid reflection in Westhampton Lake. Students were in the middle of exam week at the time.
Richmond Crawford Jr.
Richmond in the 50s
Several stories below the clock itself, four small balconies jut out from the clock tower on Old City Hall in downtown Richmond. In February 1957, building supervisors looked out from the platforms, which once were public observation spots.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
NAACP officials Thurgood Marshall (left) and W. Lester Banks made their way to a General Assembly meeting on Feb. 20, 1957. In the years after the Supreme Court's 1954 Brown v. Board of Education ruling, Virginia engaged in Massive Resistance to oppose school desegregation.
Lynn
Richmond in the 50s
A view of East Broad Street in downtown Richmond on a cloudy day in October 1954. The distinctive Old City Hall, with its High Victorian Gothic style, is at left, bounded by 10th and 11th streets. The building is a National Historic Landmark.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
On March 11, 1952, American poet Robert Frost chatted with students Anne Holmes (left) and Beverly Gilbert at a reception that followed his address and poetry reading at Westhampton College. Two months earlier, he addressed the Woman's Club in Richmond.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In October 1957, Queen Elizabeth II visited Jamestown to mark the 350th anniversary of the nation's first permanent English settlement. The trip, which featured a 21-gun salute upon her arrival at Patrick Henry Airport, included a visit to Williamsburg and the College of William and Mary. The queen returned to Virginia in 2007 for Jamestown's 400th anniversary.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In April 1952, Betsy Marrin and Doris Bolton admired the springtime blooms in the Italian Garden at Maymont Park. In May of that year, during Park and Recreation Week, Maymont opened a nature center in what had been a stone and brick stable.
Carl Lynn
Richmond in the 50s
In March 1957, actor Robert Mitchum stopped in Richmond -- though not for reasons related to his role in the film "Heaven Knows, Mr. Allison," which was playing at local theaters. He had visited Virginia weeks earlier to scout for movie locations, and he was returning to the state to interview promising actors with the Barter Theatre in Abingdon.
Charles Rosson
Robinson and Newcombe
On April 8, 1952, the Brooklyn Dodgers played an exhibition game in Richmond. In the dugout at Mooers Field Jackie Robinson visits with teammate Don Newcombe - a star pitcher who was on military duty at Camp Pickett.
Richmond in the 50s (236).jpg
In April 1951, a couple strolled through the gardens at Shooters Hill in Goochland County. In the 1950s, the historic home was often the site of Tuckahoe Garden Club events; estate owner Mrs. H.C.L. Miller was club president.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s (235).jpg
In May 1957, patrons enjoyed the roller coaster at the amusement park in Buckroe Beach in Hampton. Buckroe Beach was a popular destination for Richmonders in the first half of the century as railroads offered direct trips to the area, where visitors could rent a cottage for $50 to $75 a week.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s (233).jpg
In September 1954, the Canadian ship Notting Hill was docked at Richmond’s Deepwater Terminal on the James River. Tobacco, textiles, newsprint, machinery and steel were among many products that came into or exited the terminal on cargo ships.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s (234).jpg
In October 1981, Melvin “Shot” Walker worked the grill at the White Spot in Charlottesville. The popular diner, located along the Corner in the heart of the University of Virginia, was opened in 1953 by Paul Dunsmore. The building used to house a beauty salon, and a white spot on the floor where a salon chair once sat gave the eatery its name.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s (231).jpg
In January 1954, shoppers waited for buses in the snow on Broad Street in downtown Richmond. An accompanying article said the storm brought out a “spirit of neighborliness” among passengers as they “gossiped with strangers about the terrible weather.”
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s (232).jpg
In November 1950, Richmond firefighters battled an early morning blaze at Monument Methodist Church, located at Allen and Park avenues. More than 150 firefighters and two-thirds of the city’s firefighting equipment responded to the blaze, which caused extensive damage. Four firemen were injured, mainly from ice that formed on ladders and sidewalks in the freezing cold.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s (229).jpg
In September 1951, the area of Hull Street between 12th and 13 streets in South Richmond was dug up for utility work and street rebuilding.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s (230).jpg
The Dec. 6, 1953, edition of The Times-Dispatch included a photo spread on the Southern Biscuit Co., whose products – under the Famous Foods of Virginia brand – established the company as one of America's largest producers of cookies and crackers. Here, baked cookies moved along a conveyor. The Richmond factory near Scott’s Addition now houses the Cookie Factory Lofts apartment complex.
Staff photo
1954 Branch House
In May 1954, James River Garden Club members visited the Branch House on Monument Avenue in Richmond to make last-minute arrangements before the weekend’s flower show. As part of event, the Antiquarian Society of Richmond also prepared an exhibit of 18th-century furniture in the library of the house. Proceeds helped restore local gardens
staff photo
1956 Richmond Virginians
In April 1956, members of the Richmond Virginians engaged in a pre-practice bull session in their locker room. The International League baseball team held spring training in Haines City, Fla., before returning to their local base of Parker Field.
Joseph Colognori
Richmond in the 50s
In August 1951, June Maile showed youngsters from the Belle Bryan Day Nursery how to play “London Bridge is Falling Down” during the nursery’s annual outing at Byrd Park.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In spring 1950, work was scheduled to begin to widen this south end of the North Boulevard railroad overpass. The work was expected to cost about $165,000 and take approximately seven months.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In June 1950, these young ladies cooled off during a heatwave and enjoyed a boat ride on Fountain Lake at Byrd Park in Richmond. From left are Margaret Jones, Betty Evans and Anita Hagopian.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
This September 1951 image shows the Bridge at Falling Creek. The granite arch span, most of which can still be seen today, was built in the 1820s – at a cost of just over $2,000. The bridge was retired from service in the early 1930s after a new span began carrying southbound U.S. 1/301 traffic over Falling Creek in Chesterfield County. The bridge was added to the National Register of Historic Places in the 1990s.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
This October 1951 image shows Forest Hill Presbyterian Church, with its new attached building at right. The church was organized in 1924 and several years later built its first building on West 41st Street in Richmond. In 1942, it started using an old house at 4401 Forest Hill Ave. for all meetings outside regular services. By 1946, the church received a permit to construct a new building on the site of the Church House.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
This July 1950 image shows a crumbling Richmond-Ashland Electric Line viaduct, covered in vines, near Moore Street in Richmond. The structures, which remained after the electric trolley system folded in the late 1930s, had become a nuisance, with chunks of concrete falling off of them at times. It took more than 15 years after this image was taken until the last of the structures was removed.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In September 1954, floats in the National Tobacco Festival parade completed their promenade around City Stadium before the football game between the University of Richmond and Hampden-Sydney College. The festival ran in Richmond from 1949 to 1984 and was a top event in the city during its run. A predecessor festival was held in South Boston before World War II.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
This June 1950 image shows the former Westwood Circle in Richmond, a traffic circle at the intersection of North Boulevard, Hermitage Road and Westwood Avenue. In November 1961, a $150,000 project removed the circle, added islands and traffic signals, and diverted some traffic around the busy intersection. City safety official John Hanna called the intersection the “most complicated we have had to redesign and signalize in the past 14 years.”
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
This April 1955 image shows men dipping for herring in Falling Creek in Chesterfield County. Herring would arrive in rivers in the spring to spawn, and dipping was a popular activity that allowed men to socialize while stocking up on fish that could be salted and eaten through the year.
Mike O'Neil
Richmond in the 50s
In December 1953, the new whirlaway, a merry-go-round type of gadget turned by the foot power of dozens of students, was popular at Dumbarton Elementary School in Henrico County. The attraction was part of a new set of playground equipment purchased with $750 donated by the Lakeside Lions Club. Watching the children (from left) were H.F. Taylor, Lions Club president; Joseph Rotella, school principal; and F.M. Armbrecht, chairman of the PTA recreation committee.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
This June 1952 image shows one of “Dr. Duval’s pills,” part of a trio of 30-inch granite Turkish cannonballs, in its new location at John Marshall High School at Eighth and Marshall streets in Richmond. After standing for many years on a pedestal in front of Grays’ Armory at Seventh and Marshall, this one was destined to join its two mates at the city Works Department trash heap at the old fairgrounds, where those two had lain missing since World War II until being rediscovered in January 1952. This one was instead saved with a move out of the way of downtown traffic.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
This March 1952 image shows a wagon, believed to have been Union Gen. Ulysses S. Grant's during the Civil War, as it was retired to the Army’s Richmond Quartermaster Depot at Bellwood. The wagon was among numerous items being transferred from Cameron Station in Alexandria; it can still be seen at the Army Quartermaster Museum at Fort Lee.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In November 1952, Armistice Day ceremonies were held at the old John Marshall High School in Richmond. Today known as Veterans Day, the 1952 events marked the 34th anniversary of the end of World War I. At John Marshall, the school’s band and color guard took part in the service, and wreaths were placed on two plaques bearing names of former students who gave their lives in the two world wars.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In June 1950, gleeful children left Ginter Park School in Richmond as they were dismissed for the summer months – though they did need to return a few days later for their report cards.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In September 1950, there were still working cart and wagon horses in Richmond, in addition to police horses that patrolled the streets. That month, city officials pondered whether furnishing water to this old horse trough – on North Second Street near Bates Street – and two others was still justified. The cost of supplying water to all three was about $500 per year.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In March 1951, reigning horse of the year Hill Prince came home to The Meadow, near Doswell in Caroline County, after suffering a leg fracture during training in California. Trainer J.H. “Casey” Hayes delivered a pat to the Thoroughbred’s nose. Owned by Mr. and Mrs. Christopher T. Chenery, Hill Prince did not return to racing until fall 1951 and only raced one more year after before being retired.
Michael O'Neil
Richmond in the 50s
This June 1964 image shows the newly renovated Park Avenue Methodist Church. The building at Park and Allen avenues in Richmond housed Monument Methodist Church before a fire in 1950 caused extensive damage. The following year, that congregation was part of a merger that formed Reveille United Methodist. The Byrd Park Methodist congregation, later renamed to Park Avenue, moved into the structure in 1952. The building is now occupied by Community Church of God in Christ.
Don Pennell
Richmond in the 50s
In December 1954, actor Paul Douglas was in Richmond to star in a stage production of “The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial,” and he renewed acquaintances – and shared family photographs – with local actress and singer Patsy Garrett, a friend from their days in radio. Douglas may be most known for the film “Angels in the Outfield”; Garrett was known for her roles in the “Benji” films and as the “Purina Cat Chow Lady” in TV commercials.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In January 1952, Virginia Union University basketball teammates (from left) Andrew Rodez, Herman Howard and Ricky Johnson rested during a practice before an upcoming game against North Carolina College. The Panthers were on an eight-game winning streak, but they lost 76-73 in overtime to NCC.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In July 1952, the nation's first 24-hour peacetime air raid alert system, called Operation Skywatch, began operation. Air Force members and volunteers staffing the Richmond filter station began plotting sightings of planes as they were called in.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In November 1953, University of Richmond basketball coach Les Hooker was surrounded by four returning members from the previous season’s team, which won the Big Six title in Hooker’s first season and earned him coach of the year honors. Pictured (left to right) are Ken Daniels, Warren Mills, Hooker, Ed Harrison and Walt Lysaght.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In October 1956, members of the Richmond Square Dance Federation danced in Bon Air. According to an accompanying article, square dancing was enjoying a revival at the time. The local federation, assisted by the city parks department and state Chamber of Commerce, planned to host a square dancing festival the next month with groups from across Virginia.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In April 1950, firemen W.M. Alley and J.B. Winston mounted Richmond’s oldest fire engine, Old 798. Though long out of use, the engine was brought out for special occasions and parades. When Old 798 was still active, it was pulled by two horses that responded to the fire bell with excitement, a veteran fire chief said.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In October 1952, University of Richmond cross country coach Fred Hardy trained his runners – team captain Bill Jordan set the pace – ahead of a meet against Virginia Military Institute in Lexington.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In January 1957, Dot Perkins led a dance class in “the hut” at the Powhatan Hill playground in Richmond. The playground received the Quonset hut, a semicircular structure made out of corrugated metal, in 1947 after city officials authorized using $15,000 to erect it. It quickly became a center of extracurricular activities for area children.
Richmond Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In September 1951, a boy fished at the dam of Lakeside Lake in Henrico County. Lewis Ginter built the dam in the 1890s to connect Lakeside Park to the Lakeside Wheel Club. Today, the lake is in on the grounds of Jefferson Lakeside Country Club.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In July 1950, a curb boy at Arnette’s Ice Cream Co., served Beverly Page French a banana split. The ice cream shop, located on Willard Road in Henrico County, was a popular hangout for local teens.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In October 1954, a group of costumed children celebrated Halloween at the William Fox playground in Richmond.
Richmond Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In June 1953, James R. Osterbind posed for a photo during his workday at Tredegar Iron Works in Richmond. Osterbind was one of several members of his family who worked at Tredegar over the course of four generations. Tredegar opened in 1837, was a major manufacturing center for the Confederacy during the Civil War and continued as a production facility through most of the 1950s.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In January 1953, Richmond city workers painted lane lines on Cowardin Avenue using a new power-driven machine. Previously, it took two men to do the process - one to hold a piece of rope along the line and another to apply paint.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In May 1955, Richmond fireman W.L. Clary of Engine Co. 1 welcomed some friends on the firetruck: Smokie Jr. and Back Tap, a pair of Dalmatians.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In October 1954, traffic stacked up at Fifth and Franklin streets in downtown Richmond on a busy shopping day.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In December 1951, Mrs. Herbert Flax showed her daughter, Susan April, how the light candles on the menorah in celebration of Hanukkah at Temple Beth Israel in Richmond. Flax was chairwoman of Women’s Club gift shop.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In March 1957, a boy and girl walked through Chesterfield County farmland with their tools, ready to help with planting. Blossoms on the nearby plum tree were signs of spring.
O'Neil
Richmond in the 50s
In July 1954, Kitty Liles performed with her band. Liles had played the drums for years, starting when she was a student at Varina High School in the 1940s. In 1954, Liles was using money from her gigs around Richmond to pay for her pursuit of a social work degree at Richmond Professional Institute.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
This September 1953 image shows the canal locks in downtown Richmond between 14th and Pear streets. After their installation and later refurbishment in the mid-19th century, the locks increased boat traffic and allowed for easier transport of goods to and from the city.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In June 1951, square dance caller Richard Chase taught playground directors some steps ahead o f a dance scheduled for the Byrd Park tennis courts in Richmond as part of Park and Recreation Week. The program was organized by the city and sponsored by Thalhimers.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In August 1954, members of the Richmond Civic Ballet rehearsed for an upcoming performance. The open-membership volunteer group, which held roughly a dozen performances annually at local events, was organized almost four years earlier by local former professional dancers Betty Carper Grigg and John Hurdle.
Michael O'Neil
Richmond in the 50s
In October 1954, students crowded into the new Douglas S. Freeman High School in Henrico County. The school, which cost about $1.1 million, opened the previous month and had roughly 500 high school and 500 elementary students.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In August 1953, members of the Monacan Junior Woman’s Club sought volunteers for the upcoming blood drive at Tuckahoe Elementary School in Henrico County. While Mrs. Allan J. Carter called prospects, Mrs. William F. Thornton worked at the typewriter.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In January 1950, Bobby Seal (left), 15, and Marvin “Kayo” Williams, 14, played billiards on the new table at the Salvation Army’s Red Shield Boys Club, which was on Church Hill in Richmond.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In October 1957, about 100 firefighters needed four hours to control a blaze in the 700 block of East Main Street in downtown Richmond. The fire caused $100,000 in damage and displaced Nathan’s tailor shop and the DeJarnette & Paul insurance agency.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In March 1952, Mrs. V.C. Wiltshire, 85, prepared for spring planting at her home on Patterson Avenue in Richmond.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In October 1951, Mrs. R.L. Mattox showed off her unique mailbox at her home on state Route 35 in Prince George County. The mailbox post was made using an old log cabin chain and required an hour’s worth of welding. Mattox and her husband were inspired by a design they saw in a magazine.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In September 1950, ground was broken for the South Richmond Health Center at 14th and Bainbridge streets. Members of the Richmond public health community and South Richmond Community Nursing Service participated in the ceremony. The clinic, which opened in January 1952, was staffed by volunteer nurses.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In July 1953, tennis players (from left) Cliff Miller, Al Dickinson and Bob Figg Sr. discussed the Country Club of Virginia’s annual tennis competition, which began the day before. Only Dickinson survived the first day of the event.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In May 1953, shoppers crowded the streets of downtown for Richmond Day, a promotion that began the year before. Like Black Friday, shoppers were lured to stores with deals such as $1 televisions, 2-for-1 car deals and $1 dresses. Merchants reported strong sales.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In August 1954, Melvin Doggett (left) and Jeff Martin sought relief from the summer heat … by getting even hotter. The men used the “hot boxes” at the Richmond YMCA, which could be set to 115 degrees and could leave the body cleansed and refreshed.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
This December 1952 image shows East Broad Street in downtown Richmond at night.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In September 1950, Sherry Gilman placed a letter in a barrel-turned-mailbox on Honaker Avenue in Richmond. The barrel was serving as a temporary mailbox for the newly developed residential area in the West End.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In June 1952, motorcyclists raced in the 10-Mile National Motorcycle Championship at the Atlantic Rural Exposition grounds in Henrico County. More than 4,000 spectators saw Bobby Hill of Columbus, Ohio, the nation’s top racer, ride bike No. 1 to victory in the 20-lap championship race.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In December 1957, firefighters battled at blaze at L.R. Brown & Co., a furniture store on Hull Street in South Richmond. The warehouse blaze destroyed a lot of pieces intended for Christmas gifts.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In October 1951, workers constructed a section of Forest Hill Avenue in South Richmond. The segment sits between Westover Hills Boulevard and Prince Arthur Road.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In July 1951, two women enjoyed the white sand beach of Cape Charles on Virginia’s Eastern Shore.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In July 1951, Alonzo Moore, 74, walked down a street in Cape Charles on Virginia’s Eastern Shore and blew his horn, alerting locals to his sale of the fresh catch of the day.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In February 1953, Richmond Department of Utilities workers used a 65-foot hook-and-ladder fire truck to install new lights on Broad Street after attempts to secure other ladder facilities from private companies had failed.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In June 1951, the summer heat sent crowds to Pocahontas State Park in Chesterfield County for a swim. Earlier that month, the state’s nine parks welcomed more than 77,000 visitors during their unofficial opening week for the season.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In July 1956, Warren Collazzo and Pat Benedict of the Eastern Parkway Skating Club in Brooklyn, N.Y., practiced a routine they would use in an international skating competition that was underway at the Arena in Richmond. The multipurpose venue at Boulevard and Hermitage Road hosted sporting events, concerts, shows and exhibitions for more than 40 years before being torn down in the late 1990s to make way for Sports Backers Stadium.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In May 1950, Clifford Burgess (from left), Harlean Bibb, Charles King and Shirley Kingsley, who attended Summer Hill School in South Richmond, practiced a square dance called “Duck for the Oyster.”
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In June 1950, Barbara Kilday (from left), Becky Branch and Jill Arnold set up a net for tennis. The 14-year-olds were attending summer school in the Richmond area.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In February 1951, Roman West pulled the cord of a steam whistle at T&E Laundry on Marshall Street in Richmond. The whistle was one of nine that was being used in a citywide test of the audibility of air raid signals.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In November 1950, farmer Ray Welch of Northumberland County used his homemade portable corn elevator. The device scooped grain from ground level and transferred it up for storage, and the wheels allowed it to be moved from place to place. “Everybody who farms has to make every kind of gadget he can for himself,” Welch said.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In June 1950, a school group followed a nature trail at Forest Hill Park in Richmond and explored a wildflower preserve and bird sanctuary.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In May 1955, a tugboat from New York City left Richmond’s Upper Terminal with three steel barges in tow. The barges were made at Richmond Steel Co. for businesses in New York.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In April 1955, students at Ridge School in Henrico County enjoyed their new merry-go-round. It was presented to the school by the PTA, which had collected donations for playground equipment.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In May 1956, Ann Huxley adjusted the blade height on her lawnmower before cutting the grass at her home on Three Chopt Road in Henrico County.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In November 1951, a dachshund float towered above spectators lining the curb during the Thalhimers Toy Parade in downtown Richmond. The parade was first held in 1929 and, after a pause during World War II, resumed in 1946. Thalhimers department store employees worked for months to build floats, design routes and prepare costumes. The parade was cancelled in 1973 as in-store activities took greater prominence.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In July 1950, an employee of Richmond optician J.S. Galeski helped make a plastic eye. Galeski wanted to improve the appearance and standardize the production of replacement eyes, which had been made of glass by skilled artisans. His plastic models came in many sizes and colors.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In August 1955, Mrs. Burlee stood on her front lawn at Tree Hill Farm in Henrico County’s Varina area and admired the view of Richmond. The farm dated to the 1700s, and a large oak on the property, which was felled by a storm in 2012, was known as the “Surrender Tree” – legend says it is where Richmond Mayor Joseph Mayo surrendered the city to Union forces in April 1865 near the end of the Civil War. More recently, the farm served as a set for the 2015 film “Ithaca,” starring and directed by Meg Ryan.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In April 1953, 15-year-old Doris Ann Williams operated her ham radio; she was the youngest female amateur shortwave operator in Richmond. The John Marshal High School freshman began learning short wave code the year before. Her father, Roland, was a former radio operator for the city Police Department, which sparked his daughter’s interest in the hobby.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In May 1953, Richmond, Fredericksburg and Potomac Railroad conductor H.C. Rollins (right) and flagman C.H. Smith did pre-trip paperwork in a train caboose before a ride to Washington.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In March 1953, L. Howard Jenkins, head of a Richmond book manufacturer that bore his name, supervised workers at his plant on West Broad Street. The company dated to the 1880s.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In February 1951, Mrs. J.H. Boxley diverted her husband’s attention from his bookkeeping to show off new inventory at the L’Pell’s clothing store they owned on East Grace Street in Richmond.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
This October 1951 shows one side of Bloemendaal House, the former home of Richmond businessman Lewis Ginter and now part of Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.
Staff photo
1953 Monument and Horsepen
In November 1953, a 10-block section of Monument Avenue between Horsepen Road and Keystone Drive in Henrico County began carrying eastbound and westbound traffic on separate sides of the median. About 20 signs were erected to let motorists know that they no longer shared a single side. The change was in anticipation of expanding the configuration to begin at the city limits.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In April 1952, Eleanor Brown, a student at Brook Hill School, donned a bunny suit for the Richmond Easter Parade. Local public schoolchildren celebrated with egg hunts and early dismissal for the Easter festivities.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In September 1953, lightning flashed over South Richmond during a storm that brought heavy rain and stiff wind to the city.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In May 1950, motorcyclists raced in the 10-Mile National Motorcycle Championship at the Atlantic Rural Exposition grounds in Henrico County. The winner was “Little Joe” Weatherly of Norfolk, who later turned to stock car racing and won NASCAR titles in the 1960s before being killed in a race accident in Riverside, Calif., in 1964.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In November 1951, workers constructed a new lane on Monument Avenue in Henrico County. The truck was occupying what used to be the front yard of a house in the 6500 block. The road was being widened for divided lane traffic in the block between Bevridge Road and Roxbury Road.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s
In May 1956, area residents enjoyed a refreshing swim in the James River — a reprieve from record high temperatures during the spring month.
O'Neil
Richmond in the 50s
In March 1950, four girls played jump-rope in a Richmond city park.
Richmond Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In July 1950, women lounged on a floating platform at a swimming hole that was once a quarry. Starting in the 1800s, the area near what is now Willow Oaks was occupied by a large number of granite quarries. As they closed and were allowed to fill with water, they became popular recreation spots.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In March 1956, a full house at the Arena in Richmond watched the State Group 1 high school basketball tournament. Admission was $1 per game for adults and 50 cents for students. Newport News High School won the tournament.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In January 1957, Mrs. Hunter Jones hitched a ride behind a ski plane that was visiting Chesterfield County’s Parnell Field, which opened in March 1946 as the first postwar airport in the Richmond area. Located on Bells Road, Parnell Field had two dirt runways, and at its peak, it was home to as many as 30 light aircraft. It closed in 1972.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In June 1955, Central National Bank opened an "auto branch" at Third and Marshall streets in downtown Richmond, a block from the main office. The branch featured drive-in windows, walk-up service and a night depository. The bank had opened a West End auto branch at West Broad Street near the Boulevard in 1948.
RTD Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In August 1956, Criglersville general store owner Robert H. Gibbs served customer Lindsay Utz while they discussed topics of the day. The store, built in 1917 in Madison County, also served as the community’s post office and telephone collection agent. In this rural area, the store was a community gathering place, with an old 1917 Simmons Giant coal-burning stove to keep people warm.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In April 1950, this coal bin in the Highland Springs High School shop building was cleaned out and converted into a practice room for the school band. The Henrico County school’s band previously practiced in the school basement, which caused a noise problem in classrooms. The shop building was located offsite nearby.
RTD Staff
Richmond in the 50s
This November 1950 image shows the Sixth Street Market, where the city of Richmond was set to raise rents to be more in line with prevailing rates. Rents at the 17th Street Market also were going up, and the city planned to raise the sanitation tax on vehicles using street space in the market areas from 10 cents to 50.
RTD Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In September 1956, students at the Grace Arents School, located on Oregon Hill, were among those all over Richmond who participated in a fire drill. The students filed out in an orderly column while a teacher remained at the door to make sure all youths exited safely.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In May 1955, shoppers on Broad Street in downtown Richmond rushed to find bargains at the fourth annual Richmond Day. Deals included winter coats for $1 for early customers, television sets between $1.98 and $19, and a seven-diamond ring for $39. Many stores participated in the sales event, and customers lined up as early as 8:30 p.m. the night before in hopes of getting the best deals.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s (42).jpg
In May 1958, Homer E. Pate, whose arms and legs were paralyzed, worked in leather craft as part of his rehabilitation. With him was Margaret Williams, an occupational therapist at McGuire Veterans Administration Hospital in Richmond.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s (40).jpg
In November 1959, Mrs. Frank L. Jobson (seated) and Adele Clark admired a banner for the Equal Suffrage League of Virginia, which they helped form 50 years earlier in Richmond. Women won the constitutional right to vote in 1920 – “and neither of us has missed an election since 1920,” Clark said.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s (38).jpg
In October 1958, chemists Owen R. Blackburne (left) and Bill Simmons distilled volatile acids at the Richmond Sewage Disposal headquarters near Rocketts Landing.
Staff photo
Richmond in the 50s (39).jpg
In March 1959, employees of the Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles on West Broad Street in Richmond prepared for an onslaught of customers before doors opened for business.
Staff photo
1951 Lee statue
In April 1951, photographer Ewing Krainin was in Richmond to take a series of pictures for a national magazine. He enlisted the aid of the fire department and its tallest extension ladder to get fresh angles on historic landmarks, including the Robert E. Lee statue on Monument Avenue.
Michael O'Neil
1952 Monument Avenue
An October 1952 image of the Monument Avenue median adorned with autumn leaves.
Staff
1955 Parker Field
On April 9, 1955, the Boston Red Sox topped the New York Giants, 5-2, in an exhibition game seen by more than 12,600 spectators at Parker Field in Richmond. Pictured are center fielders Jimmy Piersall from Boston and Willie Mays of New York. (To that point, only a 1954 exhibition between the New York Yankees and Richmond Virginians drew a larger crowd.) Willie Mays (right) and Jim Piersall April 9, 1955
RICHMOND TIMES-DISPATCH
Richmond in the 50s
In January 1955, a snowy slope at Forest Hill Park in Richmond came to life on a cold afternoon. Sledders turned out after school and stayed late on hard-packed snow. Two days before, a snowfall that officially measured 7.6 inches had fallen – it was the most since 1948.
Mile O'Neil
Richmond in the 50s
In February 1952, Gene Autry performed shows at the Mosque that included singing, Native American dances, trick-roping and Autry’s famous horse, Champion. Here, Autry met 7-year-old J. Harvie Wilkinson III, now a judge on the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, who wore his best Western outfit for the occasion.
Louis Patterson
Richmond in the 50s
In September 1952, Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower was on a whistle-stop tour of Virginia and North Carolina in his campaign for the presidency. Here, he greeted a crowd of 25,000 from his train in Petersburg, the last stop before heading to Richmond for his sixth speech of the day.
Charles Rosson
Richmond in the 50s
In July 1950, heavyweight boxing legend Jack Dempsey came to Richmond as a headline attraction for a different event: He was referee of a wrestling match. Dempsey passed through town the day before the event, and for a bit of relaxation, he got a scalp massage from George Dunn in the Hotel John Marshall barbershop.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
This April 1951 image shows the Richmond skyline as seen from the south end of the Lee Bridge. The span in the foreground was a small automobile bridge to Belle Isle, mainly used by employees working on the island. The bridge was largely washed away in rains from the remnants of Hurricane Agnes in 1972, and now only the supports and a small portion on the island remain.
RTD Staff
Richmond in the 50s
On Nov. 3, 1950, Nobel laureate and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Pearl S. Buck addressed the Virginia Teachers Association and Virginia Education Association in separate sessions; the VTA was a black organization. Regarding segregation, she suggested that “in later years we will find teachers of all races meeting here together.”
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
On Oct. 27, 1953, retired middleweight boxing champion “Sugar Ray” Robinson headlined two shows at the Mosque. Robinson turned to dancing and singing when he stopped boxing in 1952 but resumed fighting in 1955 when his entertainment career waned. During his show in Richmond, he was backed up by Count Basie's orchestra and completed no fewer than five costume changes.
Richmond Crawford Jr.
Richmond in the 50s
In May 1954, swimmers cooled off on a hot day at Granite Quarry in Chesterfield County. Starting in the 1800s, the area near what is now Willow Oaks was occupied by a large number of granite quarries. As they closed and were allowed to fill with water, they became popular recreation spots.
Richmond Crawford
Richmond in the 50s
On July 11, 1950, part of the ceiling of the Park Theater at 810 E. Broad St. collapsed during a showing, injuring 17. The theater, which reopened a month later after repairs, had a long history. It opened as the Lubin in 1909, became the Regent briefly in 1916 before changing name to the Isis in the same year. After closing in 1929, it reopened as the Park in 1938, then closed again in 1953.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
On June 13, 1951, a tornado struck Richmond, causing massive damage in its 4-mile path of destruction --including a truck crushed by a fallen tree at Belvidere and Franklin streets downtown.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In November 1954, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother visited Richmond on a U.S. tour. Before a crowd of about 6,000 people at Capitol Square, Gov. Thomas B. Stanley escorted her into the Capitol for a tour.
Staff Photo
Richmond in the 50s
In September 1953, two boys surveyed the William F. Fox School, which they were ready to attend within days. The Richmond school, on Hanover Avenue in the Fan District, was dedicated in September 1911.
Staff Photo
Richmond in the 50s
This May 1950 image shows Swift Creek Mill in Chesterfield County. Now home to the local theater, the site was built in 1663 as a gristmill and changed hands and functions many times over the centuries, according to the theater's history. In 1929, operating again as a gristmill, the property became known officially as the Swift Creek Mill and remained in operation until 1956. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In October 1957, U.Va. faced Virginia Tech in the Tobacco Festival football game at City Stadium in Richmond. Here, Virginia's Jim Bakhtiar (feet in air) rolled into the end zone in the first quarter for the first of his four touchdowns. The Cavaliers trounced the Gobblers 38-7.
Joseph Colognori
Richmond in the 50s
In March 1950, a surprise 5-inch snowfall covered Richmond and kept traffic on the slushy Lee Bridge moving slowly.
TIMES-DISPATCH
Richmond in the 50s
1959 view of a staircase at Old City Hall.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
Richmond's triple railroad crossing 4th time in history 3 trains lined up TD Oct 13, 1958
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
This July 1955 photo shows the view from Richmond’s Chimborazo Hill at twilight, looking across Fulton and the James River. The photo accompanied a “Capital Sidelights” column by Charles McDowell Jr. that promoted the sunset views from the hill.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In May 1952, new policewoman Martha S. Jackson placed one of her first tickets on an illegally parked car. Jackson, one of Richmond's first full-fledged female traffic officials with full police authority, was tasked with pedestrian education and enforcement when the “walk/don't walk” lights began operation on Broad Street, as well as car tagging and intersection assignments.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In April 1952, Know-Your-Bank Week activities in Richmond included behind-the-scenes tours for bank customers and school students. Here, students from Thomas Jefferson High School were given a look inside the State-Planters Bank and Trust Co. vault by assistant cashier Ramon G. Smith. Gov. John S. Battle first designated such a week in 1950.
RTD Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In August 1950, Richmond City Clerk William T. Wells (left) swore in attorney Lewis F. Powell Jr. as member of the Richmond School Board. In 1971, Powell was nominated to the U.S. Supreme Court by President Richard M. Nixon, and he served from 1972 until resigning in mid-1987. Powell died in 1998 and is buried in Hollywood Cemetery.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
On April 14, 1951, the Deep Run races were held at the Atlantic Rural Exposition fairgrounds, now known as the Richmond Raceway Complex. The co-feature was the Richmond Plate race, a 2-mile course that Crown Royal led over the first jump before finishing third, eight lengths behind winner Flying Wing.
Joseph Colognori
Richmond in the 50s
In April 1951, W.H. Childress’ coonhound won best of breed at the Virginia Kennel Club’s 17th annual dog show at the Atlantic Rural Exposition fairgrounds. The club was first organized in October 1902, and while it put on some shows before 1935, it did not begin a consistent schedule until then.
Michael O'Neil
Richmond in the 50s
In September 1950, the Cary Street resurfacing project was approaching completion. As part of a larger resurfacing and repair project across the city, Cary was repaved with blacktop between Belmont and Nansemond streets by Richmond’s Department of Public Works.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
This December 1951 image shows the “Tummyache” persimmon tree in the back of Retreat for the Sick Hospital at Grove Avenue and Mulberry Street in Richmond. According to the story, in about 1922, the 6-year-old son of a preacher-farmer in Powhatan County kept eating persimmons one day until he developed a stomachache and was brought to the hospital. A doctor removed about a pint of seeds from the child’s stomach – and then planted one, which became this tree.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
This April 1951 image shows St. Andrew’s School in Richmond’s Oregon Hill area. Noted philanthropist Grace Arents founded the school in 1894 and was a key supporter of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church. The school offered a wide range of programs, including sewing, music and physical education. It still stands today, serving low-income children.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
In October 1950, Virginia Randolph attended the cornerstone-laying ceremony for a $262,000 addition to the former one-room schoolhouse in Glen Allen that she started in 1892 and that was named for her. In 1949, Randolph retired at age 79 from a long career that encompassed teaching and supervising teacher training and curriculums for black schools in the Richmond area. Randolph, whose efforts focused heavily on vocational education, died in 1958.
Louis Patterson
Richmond in the 50s
In July 1954, the boys choir sang in All Saints Episcopal Church, which was then on West Franklin Street. The following year, the church decided to move to River Road; the former building has since been torn down.
Carl Lynn
Richmond in the 50s
In late summer 1951, the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway ran its first diesel-powered locomotives through Richmond on two of its passenger trains. Here, train engineer Mr. Denton got orders from stationmaster Mr. Boykin. By the end of the year, the company hoped to have most of the steam locomotives in its line replaced with diesel-electric ones.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
This October 1956 image shows Tobacco Row at Dock Street, where many cigarette manufacturers were located. Tobacco planters and shippers started building facilities in Richmond in the 1600s. The brick buildings that stand there today were built in the late 1800s to early 1900s. The tobacco companies had moved out by the late 1980s, and today the old buildings have been converted mainly to retail and residential space.
RTD Staff
Richmond in the 50s
This November 1956 image shows Richmond disc jockey Alden Aaroe, who started in radio in 1938 and landed his signature morning show on WRVA in 1956. He stayed with WRVA until 1993, just several weeks before his death.
RTD Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In October 1953, Mary Workman (holding music stand), better known as Sunshine Sue, sang with her band. From 1946 to 1957, Workman was host of the popular “Old Dominion Barn Dance” music radio show, broadcast nationally on Saturday nights on WRVA from the Lyric Theater in downtown Richmond. The program helped launch the careers of several country music stars.
RTD Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In April 1950, some children took a rest and got a drink from a fountain in North Richmond located along the Richmond Henrico Turnpike. This fountain, between Dove and Vale streets just off the turnpike, is still standing, though the lion heads have since been removed and the fountain has been painted.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
This December 1950 image of East Broad Street at Fifth Street in downtown Richmond shows crowds of holiday shoppers visiting such stores as Baker's, Peoples Drug, Swatty's Pants, Haverty's Furniture and Raylass Department Store.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
This December 1950 image of East Broad Street at Fifth Street in downtown Richmond shows crowds of holiday shoppers visiting such stores as Baker's, Peoples Drug, Swatty's Pants, Haverty's Furniture and Raylass Department Store.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
This November 1951 photo from the 3100 block of West Cary Street shows Lord's Furniture and Hofheimer's shoe store. That fall, Hofheimer's offered Stride Rite children's shoes - “gas-filled balloons with every pair!” - for $4.50 to $7.95. (The location, in what is now called Carytown, is occupied by Can Can Brasserie.)
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In April 1950, Roscoe Turner (right), famed speed flier who helped develop Richmond's original Byrd Field, shook hands with Adm. Richard E. Byrd, for whom the field is named, at the dedication of Byrd Airport's new terminal building. Richmond Mayor Stirling King joined them.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In May 1950, Richmond celebrated Park and Recreation Week with a series of events, including an art carnival, puppet shows and concerts. Square dancing for all ages on the Byrd Park tennis courts was a highlight of the week.
RTD Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In October 1950, the Benedictine Cadet Corps adopted new uniforms. Father Andrew (from left), Benedictine's principal, inspected Maj. Wesley Rhodes in the old West Point style top and Col. Alfred Moss in the new, shorter Eisenhower jacket. At the same time, cadets changed to Navy pea jackets as a top coat - the previous style, an Army-type mackinaw that was made at the state penitentiary, was no longer available.
Staff Photo
Richmond in the 50s
In April 1951, a little girl met a Great Dane as the Virginia Kennel Club held its 17th annual dog show at the Atlantic Rural Exposition fairgrounds. The club had a longer history, having been first organized in October 1902. While it put on some shows before 1935, it did not begin a consistent schedule until then.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In July 1951, Office of Price Stabilization regulations were posted at the Thalhimers department store. The regulations were enacted because a surge in demand for goods after the start of the Korean War caused a rapid rise in prices. The office was closed in April 1953.
Louie Patterson
Richmond in the 50s
On Aug. 28, 1950, Richmond's first black firefighting unit took charge of Engine Co. 9 at Fifth and Duval streets. Capt. J.G. Forristal, seated beside the driver, remained head of the station, and white members who waved to their colleagues were transferred.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
A June 1950 image of the Grand Theatre at 620 E. Broad St. The theater opened in 1917 as the Bluebird, and in 1933, it reopened as the Grand, specializing in grindhouse and B movies. From 1940 until it closed in 1963, it was the home for western movies in Richmond.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In November 1950, City Council was set to consider a request to abandon the stretch of 23rd Street between Cary and Dock streets, partially occupied by the railroad tracks seen in the distance. A food broker that owned adjacent property wanted to buy the land to expand its warehouse. This land today houses part of the parking deck for The River Lofts apartments.
RTD Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In April 1952, no players were in sight at the Byrd Park tennis courts. Richmond endured five days of rain, with an official total of 3.82 inches falling. The James River reached flood stage, and while that was enough to cover docks, the rains finally relented.
Louis Patterson
Richmond in the 50s
A 1950 image of Adams Street at West Leigh Street.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In November 1950, a multifaith Thanksgiving service was held at Monument Methodist Church, located at Allen and Park avenues in Richmond. Just days after the service, the church suffered a devastating five-alarm fire – the following year, the congregation was part of a merger that formed Reveille United Methodist. The damaged building was restored and is now occupied by Community Church of God in Christ.
RTD Staff
Richmond in the 50s
This February 1952 image shows the High's Ice Cream store at 2410 E. Broad St. High's operated a number of stores in Richmond and had a plant on West Broad Street - its opening-day special in 1932 was buy one Big Cone for 5 cents, get the second free.
RTD Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In October 1950, Virginia Randolph helped S.O. Spriggs, worshipful master of East End Lodge 233, A.F. & A.M., lay the cornerstone at a ceremony for a $262,000 addition to the former one-room schoolhouse in Glen Allen that Randolph started in 1892 and that was named for her. In 1949, Randolph retired from a long career that encompassed teaching and supervising teacher training and curriculums for black schools in the Richmond area. Randolph, whose efforts focused heavily on vocational education, died in 1958.
RTD Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In June 1951, amid high temperatures and humidity, Shields Lake in Byrd Park and other pools in Richmond were setting attendance records. Shields Lake was a whites-only public swimming facility that was closed in 1955. City officials cited the high cost of necessary repairs, not court rulings against segregation, and said several new neighborhood pools could be built for less than renovating the lake facility.
Mike O'Neil
Richmond in the 50s
This March 1954 image shows Newt, the fire dog at the Henrico County Fire Department’s Station No. 7. The station was formed in 1948 as the Glenwood Farms Fire Department, serving the Mechanicsville Turnpike area. The next year, it was turned over from the Glenwood Farms Civic Association to Henrico County. This March 1954 image shows Newt, the fire dog at the Henrico County Fire Department’s Station No. 7. The station was formed in 1948 as the Glenwood Farms Fire Department, serving the Mechanicsville Turnpike area. The next year, it was turned over from the Glenwood Farms Civic Association to Henrico County.
Staff Photo
Richmond in the 50s
In December 1952, while baseball Hall of Famer Ty Cobb was in Richmond for sightseeing and duck hunting, he took time to speak to reporters about his recent articles in Life magazine disparaging “modern” baseball as lacking the individual skill his era demanded.
Louis Patterson
Richmond in the 50s
This December 1951 image shows the state Capitol’s west wing, which was added in the early 20th century. A 1951 proposal to expand the east and west wings at a cost of $875,000 was ultimately rejected.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
A June 1950 image of Peoples Furniture Store at 514 E. Broad St., where the summer furniture sale included a chaise lounge with mattress for $18.95. From 1896 to 1915, this address housed the Robert E. Lee Camp No. 1 Confederate Veterans Hall. The camp held meetings and parties at this location, while its home for veterans was at Boulevard and Grove Avenue.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
This July 1950 image shows McGuire Hall at 12th and Clay streets in downtown Richmond. It opened in 1912 to house the University College of Medicine, which merged with the Medical College of Virginia the following year. It still houses offices, laboratories and classrooms for Virginia Commonwealth University’s medical campus.
TIMES-DISPATCH
Richmond in the 50s
On Sept. 26, 1953, the Virginia Tech football team celebrated its 20-6 win over the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. When Tech coach Frank Moseley benched star quarterback Johnny Dean because of a questionable knee, former punter Jack Williams made the most of his shot at QB, scoring the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
This 1950 image shows part of the Bellona Arsenal property in Chesterfield County. Bellona was built in 1816 by the U.S. government as an Army post, and the nearby foundry supplied the military in the antebellum era. In the Civil War, the complex served the Confederacy. The Luck family renovated the remaining buildings beginning in the early 1940s.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
This April 1950 image shows a visitor drinking the natural spring water from a fountain at South Richmond’s Fonticello Park, also known as Carter Jones Park. For several decades in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the Fonticello Lithia water company advertised the medicinal properties of the spring water and sold it bottled starting at 20 cents per gallon.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In September 1950, two girls from the Belle Bryan Day Nursery visited Miller & Rhoads in downtown Richmond to see the Dunn Bros. miniature circus – “the biggest little show on Earth,” as it proclaimed itself. The 475,000-piece circus took five men 48 hours to set up on a 60-by-28 foot-table – and seven hours to break down.
Staff Photo
Richmond in the 50s
In May 1950, three members of the Thomas Jefferson High School cadet corps completed their daily flag ritual.
Staff Photo
Richmond in the 50s
On Feb. 29, 1956, the Virginia War Memorial was dedicated despite the statue “Memory” still being unfinished. The statue’s head was finally placed on March 13, after which the smoothing process was completed. With the ceiling of the memorial only 2 feet above the top of the head, it was an arduous six-hour process to get the head installed.
Staff Photo
Richmond in the 50s
This July 1950 image shows the area at the intersection of Axtell and Jesse streets in downtown Richmond. Today, the ramp linking southbound Belvidere Street to southbound Interstate 95 occupies the area.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In January 1951, three young polio patients in iron lungs were transported by truck and train from Roanoke to Richmond, where they could undergo long-range treatment at the Medical College of Virginia Hospital. Pictured are Eddie Shumate, 18, with Rowena Grisso, 16, at the far end; 11-year-old Howard Taylor is not pictured. While multiple precautions were in place, including having extra iron lungs available, the 10½-hour journey went smoothly.
Staff Photo
Richmond in the 50s
In November 1951, work to improve the 100 block of Broad Street, looking west from First Street, was completed. In addition to resurfacing the road after removing the streetcar tracks, a concrete center strip was added along with updated traffic signals, new street lights and walk-don’t walk signals. The entire Broad Street renovation project stretched from Laurel to 12th streets.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In early October 1952, temperatures reached into the mid-80s, and people around the area found ways to enjoy the unseasonably warm weather. These boys soaked up the sun while fishing at Shields Lake in Richmond. A day later, temperatures dropped into the 60s after a cold front arrived.
Mike O'Neil
Richmond in the 50s
In September 1953, members of the Virginia Military Institute football team prepared for the season. From left are guard Frank Boxley, center Fred Poss (in front), quarterback Dave Woolwine, end Wendell Shay, back Charlie Lavery and backfield coach Clark King. The Keydets finished the season with a 5-5 record.
Times-Dispatch
Richmond in the 50s
This March 1951 image shows the interior of the City Garage at the old fairgrounds property near Parker Field. From its opening in 1908 until 1954, the facility served as an administration building, Army induction center and Army motor pool before housing the city’s cars. In 1954, the building became The Arena and hosted sporting events, concerts, shows and exhibitions for more than 40 years before being torn down in the late 1990s to make way for Sports Backers Stadium.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
In April 1950, the 1st Precinct police station at 17th and East Broad streets faced an uncertain future after the decision to consolidate it with the 2nd Precinct station on Marshall Street. The 1st Precinct station required major repairs and would have cost about $4,000 per year to maintain. The building later was renovated and became a children’s recreation center.
Staff
Richmond in the 50s
A June 1950 image of the Ann Lewis women’s clothing store at 3 | https://richmond.com/news/local/government-politics/richmond--residents--strike-rent-hikes/article_f8dbacea-ffe0-11ed-95be-5364925e393c.html | 2023-06-02T10:40:50 | 1 | https://richmond.com/news/local/government-politics/richmond--residents--strike-rent-hikes/article_f8dbacea-ffe0-11ed-95be-5364925e393c.html |
On a dreary afternoon, the vibrant colors of the Progress Flag brightened the Richmond skyline.
Community members and leaders including Mayor Levar Stoney and representatives from various LGBTQ+ organizations gathered at City Hall on Thursday for the ceremonial raising of the Progress Flag and to officially proclaim June as Pride Month in Richmond.
This is the third year the Progress Flag will fly outside City Hall for the entire month of June. The Progress Flag is a variation of the well-known rainbow Pride Flag including black and brown stripes to represent LGBTQ+ people of color as well as pink and blue stripes to honor members of the transgender community.
James Millner, director of VA Pride, opened the ceremony expressing appreciation for the city’s commitment to supporting the LGBTQ+ community in a time there are efforts across the country to limit LGBTQ+ rights.
People are also reading…
“When other cities, municipalities and states are rolling back their support, rolling back their protections for LGBTQ folks, our city is leaning into it with everything they’ve got,” Millner said.
“I stand here with gratitude for that, but I also stand here and ask you to do the same thing and to stand with grit and determination for the fight that lies ahead.”
Millner also noted that there is now a Pride billboard posted along Interstate 95 featuring a message to the LGBTQ community saying: “We see you, we celebrate you, we champion justice together, love the city of Richmond.”
During his speech at the ceremony, Stoney acknowledged the city’s accomplishments in supporting the LGBTQ+ community, including the passage of legislation that would ban conversion therapy and establishing the city’s equity agenda.
“Today I commit to you that Richmond will remain a safe haven for the LGBTQ+ community,” Stoney said. “Richmond will remain a place where the LGBTQ+ community will feel loved, you will feel safe and you will feel respected.”
But Stoney also noted efforts across the country to restrict LGBTQ+ rights — including 500 bills introduced to state legislators across the nation this year and the enactment of laws to restrict or ban gender-affirming care in 17 states — and called on Virginia lawmakers to do more to protect and advocate for the LGBTQ+ community.
“Currently, the human rights of our brothers and sisters are under attack from multiple angles,” Stoney said.
“For those across the street,” he added, referring to the General Assembly, “who may say DEI is dead, I have a message for you: in Richmond, hate is dead; in Richmond, division is dead; in Richmond, discrimination is dead.”
Speaking along with Stoney and Millner were Richmond Public Schools Superintendent Jason Kamras; Richmond Police Department LGBTQ+ community Liaison Kimberly Mooney; and Richmond’s chief equity officer, Traci DeShazor, as well as representatives from LGBTQ+ organizations like Black RVA, Nationz Foundation, Diversity Richmond and Side by Side.
Both Kamras and Jamie Nolan, Side by Side co-executive director of operations and development, emphasized their support for LGBTQ+ youth.
“We aren’t banning books about gay families, we’re buying them; we aren’t curtailing transgender student rights, we’re expanding them, and we’re definitely not banning the word gay,” Kamras said.
Nolan specifically mentioned Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s plan to roll back policies that would affirm transgender and nonbinary youth in schools and referenced statistics from the Trevor Project showing that LGBTQ+ youth are at higher risks for suicide and that supportive environments fostering gender and identity acceptance have been proven to lower those chances.
“I struggled to wrap my mind around the concept that anyone would actively seek to feel a sense of peace and safety from our young people,” Nolan said. “Queer youth deserve peace.”
Pumping up the crowd with her energetic dance moves, Diversity Richmond executive director Lacette Cross effectively captured the occasion’s meaning as she encouraged her peers to remember the power of their pride.
“Let us take our dancing beat, our pride and power and let us remember that we have the power to advocate for those that need our voices,” Cross said. “We will take the sentiments of today as we raise this flag high in the city and remind every city, every single Richmond citizen and every single visitor that this is a place for you.”
Now that the Progress Flag is flowing over City Hall, VA Pride’s Endless Summer of Pride is in full swing. There will be a series of over 20 events celebrating LGBTQ+ pride across Richmond throughout June, culminating with VA Pridefest and the first Pridefest closing concert at the end of September.
Lewis Ginter Celebrates LGBTQ Youth and Families Day
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday
At a glance: In collaboration with VA Pride and several other LGBTQ organizations, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden will host an LGBTQ youth and families day. There will be over 20 vendors, information from LGBTQ groups and drag performances, as well as a youth lip synch and dance competition.
Pride Month at Starr Hill Beer Hall and Rooftop (21 and over)
When: Sunday through June 23
At a glance: Along with a packed schedule of queer events, Starr Hill Beer Hall and Rooftop will be celebrating Pride Month by donating $1 from “Love” beer sold to VA Pride.
Dine Out for Pride
When: June 5 through June 11
At a glance: VA Pride has Partnered with OutRVA and RichmondRegion Tourism to host the first-ever “Dine Out for Pride” week in Virginia. Dozens of restaurants are participating to help raise money for VA Pride and the Richmond Region Tourism Foundation. Each establishment will offer a special Jack Daniels or Tito’s themed cocktail with a portion of the sales going toward the fundraisers. There will also be mocktails. Get more info at outrva.com/dineoutforpride.
“Pridos” After Five at Lewis Ginter
When: 5 to 11 p.m. June 8
At a glance: The Richmond SPCA will hold a special Pride Month edition of its “Fidos After Five” event where owners can bring their leashed dogs to Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. There will be food and drinks, including beer and wine available for purchase as well as music by Landon Elliott. Owners are encouraged to dress up their dogs in all colors of the rainbow.
Pride Bar Crawl
When: 4 to 11 p.m. June 10
At a glance: Crawl with Us is hosting a bar crawl to benefit VA Pride. Attendees can expect special drinks and SWAG while visiting LGBTQ and LGBTQ-affirming bars and restaurants. Tickets are required, and 20% of the ticket sales will be donated to VA Pride.
Pride Month Happy Hour at Common House
When: 6 to 8 p.m. June 15
At a glance: All are welcome to enjoy food, drinks, dancing and a tour of Common House.
Pride Night with the Richmond Kickers
When: 6 to 10 p.m. June 17
At a glance: Alianz, Black Pride RVA and VA Pride welcome everyone to show their pride with Richmond’s professional soccer team. Gates will open at 6 p.m., and the game begins at 7 p.m.
Rainbow Roll
When: 6 to 9 p.m. June 18
At a glance: Head down to the Rollerdome for an evening of DJs, drag queens and roller skates that is hosted by Stacy Monique-Maxx with music by DJ Joey. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed in their most colorful outfits to show their pride. Tickets are $10 at the door and include skate rental with a portion of the admission going to He, She, Ze and we.
Pride Night at The Diamond
When: 5:30 to 10 p.m. June 23
At a glance: Richmond’s own minor league baseball team, The Flying Squirrels, are collaborating with MiLB, VA Pride and Black Pride RVA to celebrate diversity at the sixth annual Pride Night at The Diamond. The first 1,000 fans ages 15 and up will get a Pride T-Shirt. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. with the first pitch at 6:35 p.m.
Love on Tap at Hardywood Park
When: noon to 10 p.m. June 24
At a glance: VA Pride will celebrate the eight anniversary of nationwide same-sex marriage equality at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery. There will be 20 vendors featuring LGBTQ+ organizations and official Pride beer brewed exclusively by Hardywood.
Scott’s Addition Pride Crawl
When: noon to 6 p.m. Sept. 16
At a glance: Join VA Pride and OutRVA for a crawl to breweries, cideries and distilleries in Scott’s Addition. Get a Crawl Passport and check in at five or more locations to be eligible for a Pride Prize Package.
VA Pridefest 2023 on Brown’s Island
When: noon to 8 p.m. Sept. 23
At a glance: All are welcome for a day of fun, entertainment, food, drink and over 120 vendors for Richmond’s biggest LGBTQ celebration. The event will feature a Youth Pride Pavilion with entertainment and activities for all ages. The McShin Foundation will also sponsor a sober space featuring mocktails. | https://richmond.com/news/local/pride-month-richmond-lgbqt-june/article_8ab2890a-0085-11ee-99fd-bb42396f82b0.html | 2023-06-02T10:40:56 | 1 | https://richmond.com/news/local/pride-month-richmond-lgbqt-june/article_8ab2890a-0085-11ee-99fd-bb42396f82b0.html |
Palm Bay on tap for 1,200 new homes. Here's what you need to know
More than 1,000 new homes are on the horizon for Palm Bay, Brevard County's largest city.
A Madison Avenue asset manager has received environmental permits to begin early work on 1,238 homes on 450 acres north of Palm Bay Regional Park and east of St. Johns Heritage Parkway.
What's Happening?
A New York-based company, DW Partners, received an environmental resources permit from the St. Johns River Water Management District to build and operate a stormwater system for Everlands Phase 2 (aka NE Quad) and for Palm Vista Medley at Everlands.
What does Everlands include?
- Everlands Phase 2 (aka NE Quad): a 398-unit subdivision on 159 acres north of Emerson Drive.
- Palm Vista Medley at Everlands: an 840-unit residential subdivision of single-family, town-homes and paired villas on 291 acres north of Pace Drive and just south of Emerson Drive and of Everlands Phase 2.
More:More than 500 more homes on way in Palm Bay's Cypress Bay
Environmental impacts?
According to the district's technical reviews:
- Everlands Phase 2 proposes to impact 13 acres of upland cut ditches that are overgrown and "do not provide habitat for listed species."
- Palm Vista Medley is comprised of uplands, pine flatwood, oaks and grasslands with seven wetland systems and upland cut agricultural ditches.
- Both sites had historically been used as grazing lands for farming and are "sufficiently far from offsite wetlands and other surface waters to ensure they won't cause "unacceptable adverse secondary impacts" to wetland functions.
- For both projects, "no evidence was observed that the upland portions of the site are being utilized by bald eagles, and aquatic and wetland dependent listed species for nesting and denning."
What is DW Partners?
According to its website, DW Partners is "an employee-owned alternative asset manager that invests in bonds and loans collateralized by real estate."
A FLORIDA TODAY analysis of real estate properties in Brevard County found that at least 19.8% of Space Coast properties are investor-owned, up from 13.7% in 2013.
Where can I read more about growth in Palm Bay?
- Palm Bay development:Investment firm acquires 87-unit, single-family rental home development in Palm Bay
- Palm Bay charter amendments: Among seven Palm Bay charter amendments on ballot is one reducing tax increase restrictions
Jim Waymer is an environment reporter at FLORIDA TODAY. Contact Waymer at 321-261-5903 or jwaymer@floridatoday.com. Or find him on Twitter: @JWayEnviro or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/jim.waymer | https://www.floridatoday.com/story/news/local/environment/2023/06/02/palm-bay-homes-coming-st-johns-heritage-parkway/70254300007/ | 2023-06-02T10:42:06 | 0 | https://www.floridatoday.com/story/news/local/environment/2023/06/02/palm-bay-homes-coming-st-johns-heritage-parkway/70254300007/ |
MIDLAND, Texas — Summer Mummers opened its doors for the season on June 1 with its special Diamond Jubilee.
The Permian Basin's zaniest tradition and heritage cast members took to the stage at the Historic Yucca Theatre in Downtown Midland for the 75th annual performance.
This year the melodrama is titled 'Rascality on the Rig or Oil's Well That Ends Well'.
"Mummers is a wild and crazy time and it is a melodrama show kind of in style of old vaudeville where you're melodramatic and bold movements and enunciation and it's followed by the all-American Olio where we have short little acts things that you would see on older television shows and so it's a lot of fun," said Front House Chair and Melodrama Director Ben Spencer.
Mummer isn't complete of course without laughs, drinks and popcorn and lots of popcorn.
"Popcorn is the ammunition for fun not only is it the nourishment to go down with beer," Spencer said. "It is also the ammunition that you're going to throw at your neighbors or throw at the villain or just throw anywhere it's something that kind of makes it Mummers and at the end of the night, we just sweep it all up and take it out."
Summer Mummers will run ever Friday and Saturday night starting at 7:30 p.m. Tickets will cost you between $20 to $40. | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/summer-mummers-opens-season-with-special-diamond-jubilee/513-38d178cf-0d5e-4875-8da4-f8a0cf3882b3 | 2023-06-02T10:46:35 | 0 | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/summer-mummers-opens-season-with-special-diamond-jubilee/513-38d178cf-0d5e-4875-8da4-f8a0cf3882b3 |
Two separate shootings less than a block apart and within minutes of each other in the Kensington neighborhood left a teenage girl who appeared to be an innocent bystander and a man who was firing his own gun injured, Philadelphia police said.
"A coincidence that there were two shootings a half a block apart from each other, 15 minutes apart," Philadelphia Police Chief Inspector Scott Small said.
The first shooting took place just before 10:30 p.m. Thursday along the 3100 block of G Street -- just off the 800 block of East Allegheny Avenue, Small said.
Responding officers found a 15-year-old girl shot in both of her thighs, a parked car with bullet holes and evidence that at least 14 shots were fired, Small said. The girl was rushed to the hospital where she was treated in critical condition. Small said she is "expected to survive."
Get Philly local news, weather forecasts, sports and entertainment stories to your inbox. Sign up for NBC Philadelphia newsletters.
"She may have been struck by stray gunfire," Small said.
Sign up for our Breaking newsletter to get the most urgent news stories in your inbox.
As police were investigating the G Street shooting of the girl, they heard gunshots coming from less than half a block away, Small said.
Local
Breaking news and the stories that matter to your neighborhood.
Officers "within seconds" responded to Allegheny Avenue to find a man firing a handgun, Small said. The officers ordered the man -- believed to be in his late 20s -- to the ground, recovered his gun and then realized the man was bleeding.
The man was rushed to the hospital in stable condition with gunshot wounds to both of his legs.
The man told police that he was shooting his gun after being shot at during an apparent drive-by.
"We believe he was returning fire," Small said.
Police hoped that surveillance video from nearby cameras would help them track down clues that could lead them to the shooters.
The G Street shooting was the latest shooting involving a child in Philadelphia. Entering Friday, children made up about 11% of the more than 740 shooting victims in the city so far in 2023.
There are additional resources for people or communities that have endured gun violence in Philadelphia. Further information can be found here. | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/kensington-shootings/3577833/ | 2023-06-02T11:06:38 | 0 | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/kensington-shootings/3577833/ |
Skip to content
Main Navigation
Search
Search for:
Weather
Local
Sports
Entertainment
Investigators
Videos
Newsletters
Live TV
Share
Close
Trending
Watch NBC10 24/7 on Streaming Platforms
Wawa Welcome America
2023 Philly Mayoral Race
Phillies Baseball
Expand
Local
Breaking news and the stories that matter to your neighborhood.
Close Menu
Search for:
Local
U.S. and World
Politics
Weather
Weather Alerts
School Closings
See It, Share It
Sports
Phillies
Eagles
Sixers
Flyers
NBC Sports Philadelphia
Investigators
NBC10 Responds
Submit a tip
Watch The Lineup
Philly Live
Entertainment
Wawa Welcome America
About NBC10 Philadelphia
Our News Standards
Share a News Tip or Feedback
Share a Consumer Complaint
Share Photos and Video
Our Apps
Newsletters
Cozi TV
Follow Us
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
Contact Us | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/two-separate-shootings-within-minutes-and-less-than-a-block-apart/3577842/ | 2023-06-02T11:06:48 | 0 | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/two-separate-shootings-within-minutes-and-less-than-a-block-apart/3577842/ |
FARMER CITY — The Garden Clubs of Illinois Inc. and the Illinois Department of Transportation will dedicate a Blue Star Memorial Highway Marker at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 14.
The marker will be placed at the Farm Land Rest Area on Interstate 74 westbound, just west of Farmer City, in honor of Flag Day.
The marker commemorates the 75th anniversary of Blue Star Memorials in Illinois. The program began in 1945 and is a tribute to the Armed Forces who served in the United States. Illinois' first two markers were placed in April 1948.
Farmer City American Legion Post 55, Farmer City VFW Post 6190 and other veterans will participate in the ceremony, along with garden club members, IDOT personnel, the bandmaster of the 33rd IL Volunteer Regiment Band, and Harlan "Pop" Bottles, a World War II veteran.
The ceremony is open to the public.
31 craft vendors help shoppers shake off 'Winter Blues' in Bloomington
SHOP THE BLUES AWAY
021923-blm-loc-2market.JPG
021923-blm-loc-3market.JPG
021923-blm-loc-4market.JPG
021923-blm-loc-5market.JPG
Contact Olivia Jacobs at 309-820-3352. Follow Olivia on Twitter: @olivia___jacobs | https://pantagraph.com/news/local/blue-star-memorial-to-be-placed-on-i-74-near-farmer-city/article_dcf60390-ffdb-11ed-8cfc-e716b7780037.html | 2023-06-02T11:08:33 | 1 | https://pantagraph.com/news/local/blue-star-memorial-to-be-placed-on-i-74-near-farmer-city/article_dcf60390-ffdb-11ed-8cfc-e716b7780037.html |
100 years ago: New athletic director, head coach appointed at Illinois State
Learn to navigate the Newspapers.com database, perform browsing and complex search functions, and save clippings using a free user account. Tutorial developed by the University of Alabama Libraries.
How Time Flies is a daily feature looking back at Pantagraph archives to revisit what was happening in our community and region.
100 years ago
June 2, 1923: Clifford E. Horton, a present baseball coach at Clarke University and a former Ohio Wesleyan University athlete, has been appointed director of athletics and head coach at the Illinois State Normal school.
75 years ago
June 2, 1948: Ten years ago, only about 25% of McLean County farms had electricity, according to T.H. Hafer, manager of the Corn Belt Electric Co-Operative. Today, the figure stands at 95%. The Illinois figure stands at 75%, while the U.S. figure is 60%.
50 years ago
June 2, 1973: Bloomington's first muncipal parking structure should be under construction late this month. The city council awarded a contract to C. Iber and Sons Inc. of Peoria for the 600-car four-level structure. The Peoria firm's bid was $1,222,110.
25 years ago
June 2, 1998: A recently enacted parking ordinance in Clinton has resulted in almost 150 parking tickets in the past two weeks. Downtown business owners told the Clinton City Council that the maximum two-hour parking limit does not provide enough time for their clients. A major point of contention was the $75 fine for parking in the downtown area between 1 a.m. and 6 a.m.
101 years ago: See vintage Pantagraph ads from 1922 | https://pantagraph.com/news/local/history/100-years-ago-new-athletic-director-head-coach-appointed-at-illinois-state/article_86ee5c80-fd8e-11ed-a148-b7505584a621.html | 2023-06-02T11:08:40 | 1 | https://pantagraph.com/news/local/history/100-years-ago-new-athletic-director-head-coach-appointed-at-illinois-state/article_86ee5c80-fd8e-11ed-a148-b7505584a621.html |
Chiara Noja has wowed golf fans on the Ladies European Tour for the past two years.
Next week, the 17-year-old from Germany will make her LPGA Tour debut at the ShopRite LPGA Classic.
Noja joins an impressive list of players, including defending Classic champion Brooke Henderson and Lexi Thompson, who made their LPGA professional debuts in the Classic.
The $1.75 million Classic will be held June 9-11 on the Bay Course at the Seaview Hotel & Golf Club in Galloway Township.
The Classic is always one of the highlights of the New Jersey sports scene. The event began in 1986 and has been held every year since except for a three-year gap from 2007-2009 when past Classic organizers were involved in a feud with LPGA officials over the tournament dates. Since ShopRite became the tournament sponsor in 1992, the event has raised more than $40 million for charity.
People are also reading…
Noja will play the Classic on a sponsor’s exemption. She turned professional in 2022, when she was 15. Noja won her first LET event in November when she defeated Charley Hull in a playoff at the Aramco Team Series (an individual event despite its name) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
All LPGA events give sponsor exemptions to allow chosen golfers to compete. These exemptions are often for promising players or local favorites. The Classic has a long history of providing some of the world’s top players with sponsor exemptions. Cristie Kerr (1996) Michelle Wie (2003), Paula Creamer (2004) and Thompson (2010) all played ShopRite on sponsor exemptions.
Noja will be one 144 golfers who tee off in the Classic. In addition to Henderson, the field includes several other past champions, including Anna Nordqvist (2015-16) and Stacy Lewis (2012-14). Other past Classic winners in the field are Mel Reid (2020), Annie Park (2018), In Kyung Kim (2017) and Angela Stanford (2003).
In addition, Jin Young Ko, the No. 1 ranked player in the world, also will compete. Ko has already won two tournaments this year. The field also includes New Jersey natives Marina Alex of Wayne in Passaic County and Karen Chung of Budd Lake in Morris County. Georgia Hall, who won the 2018 Women's British Open and is ranked No. 9 in the world, also is scheduled to compete.
Also receiving sponsor exemptions are University of Florida junior Maisie Filler, who made the cut tat last year's Classic as an exemption, and Meaghan Francella, a teaching professional at Philadelphia Cricket Club. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/sports/local/european-teen-golf-sensation-chiara-noja-to-make-lpga-tour-debut-at-shoprite-classic/article_202bee80-00c3-11ee-a39f-1f07ddec870a.html | 2023-06-02T11:21:24 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/sports/local/european-teen-golf-sensation-chiara-noja-to-make-lpga-tour-debut-at-shoprite-classic/article_202bee80-00c3-11ee-a39f-1f07ddec870a.html |
A sculpture honoring University of Nebraska alumna Willa Cather will be unveiled next week in Washington, D.C.
On June 7 at 10 a.m., Cather’s 7-foot sculpture will be dedicated and unveiled in the National Statuary Hall in the United States Capital.
Live viewing parties of the dedication ceremony are planned at the Nebraska History Museum in Lincoln and the National Willa Cather Center’s Opera House in Red Cloud. Both events are free and open to the public. The ceremony will also be available on C-Span and on the website of the Speaker of the House for a live broadcast.
Littleton Alston from Red Cloud was selected from more than 70 artists to design Cather’s sculpture. Alston is an associate professor of sculpture at Creighton University in Omaha and is the first African American artist to have a sculpture in the National Statuary Hall Collection.
People are also reading…
- Night one of Lincoln's O Street cruise relatively mellow, frustrating some attendees
- Lincoln man facing string of felonies for aggravated DUI alleged to be his fourth
- Nebraska lawmakers pass repeal of motorcycle helmet mandate
- ‘We’re going to work in June’: What to know as Nebraska enters football camp season
- Richman Gordman Zooland comeback planned at Imagination City Children’s Museum
- Boys and girls soccer: The 2023 Super-State, all-state and honorable-mention honorees
- Tractor tire explodes, killing 38-year-old Nebraska man
- Spring position recap: Nebraska’s veteran secondary still has moving pieces
- Influencer dies after live-streaming himself drinking bottles of Chinese spirit Baijiu
- Nebraska football's key recruiting weekend features prospects from hotbed states
- Breakfast in Boulder, brunch on Black Friday: Nebraska learns kickoff times for rivalry games
- Five staff members stabbed by inmates at Nebraska prison, authorities say
- UNL faculty raise concerns about moving Husker Athletics under president's purview
- As entertaining as Ground Zero has been, the time has come to turn the page
- Amie Just: The story behind Peyton Robb's gnarly leg scars shows wrestler's strength, courage
“It was an immense honor to create the Willa Cather sculpture for Statuary Hall,” Alston said in a Nebraska Today article. “I’m thrilled that Nebraska will finally have a literary heroine representing our state in the U.S. Capitol.”
Cather, a world-renowned author, will be the first Pulitzer Prize Winner and 12th woman represented in the collection. She began her time at the University of Nebraska in 1890, where her writing talents drove her into journalism and criticism. That included a stint at the Nebraska State Journal in Lincoln, where Cather served as an art critic from 1893-1896. She would later receive the Pulitzer Prize in 1923 for her novel, “One of Ours.” Her sculpture will join the one of Ponca Chief Standing Bear, which was installed in 2019.
Andrew Jewell, co-director of University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Center for Digital Research in the Humanities and advisory editor to the Cather Archive said in the Nebraska Today article that Cather is a key voice in our state’s storytelling.
“Willa Cather very explicitly represents Nebraska and Nebraskans in multiple works,” said Jewell. “To have her statue alongside that of Chief Standing Bear in the U.S. Capitol reflects the complex history of Nebraska. Their stories represent very different experiences and, as a Nebraskan, I’m thrilled that they will be there together.”
Reach the writer at 402-473-7241 or ajohnson2@journalstar.com. On Twitter @ajohnson6170
Get local news delivered to your inbox!
Subscribe to our Daily Headlines newsletter.
Alyssa Johnson
Get email notifications on {{subject}} daily!
{{description}}
Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. | https://journalstar.com/news/local/willa-cather-sculpture-to-join-dcs-national-statuary-hall/article_36a73ee4-ffc4-11ed-9d81-8ba60bf7bc2f.html | 2023-06-02T11:22:09 | 0 | https://journalstar.com/news/local/willa-cather-sculpture-to-join-dcs-national-statuary-hall/article_36a73ee4-ffc4-11ed-9d81-8ba60bf7bc2f.html |
ROANOKE, Va. – Happy Friday! Check out the Morning Sprint for what’s trending.
The digital-only newscast is filled with laughter, smiles and stories you won’t want to miss. You can catch it Monday through Friday at 8 a.m.
Don’t be shy! Be sure to join the conversation as we chat about the news of the day.
Here are some of the stories we’re discussing:
- Bristol student bound to a wheelchair receives a “speeding ticket” from SRO
- Local bakeries and shops give away free donuts for National Donut Day
- Local nonprofit opens its doors to a newly-renovated building in Roanoke
Here’s where you can watch us:
The Sprint can be watched on our website, YouTube account and wherever you stream WSLS 10 weekdays at 8 a.m.
You can also watch it on our 10 News app. Click here to download if you’re an IOS user and here to download if you have an Android.
Be sure to leave a comment. We’d love to hear from you!
Thanks for watching!
Want to know more about the Morning Sprint? Leave us a question using the form below: | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2023/06/02/coming-up-bristol-student-gets-ticket-from-sro-for-speeding-in-the-hallways-the-morning-sprint/ | 2023-06-02T11:30:19 | 0 | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2023/06/02/coming-up-bristol-student-gets-ticket-from-sro-for-speeding-in-the-hallways-the-morning-sprint/ |
Youngstown Diocese seeks to redirect St. Dyphmna fund money for mental health services
Diocese wants to use funds for mental health services
- The Massillon-based shrine draws visitors from across the U.S. and Canada.
- It's housed in St. Mary's Church at 206 Cherry Road NE.
MASSILLON − The Catholic Diocese of Youngstown wants to reallocate more than $3 million held in a fund for the National Shrine of St. Dymphna to help people with mental health issues.
The shrine — housed at St. Mary's Church at 206 Cherry Road NE — honors St. Dymphna, the patron saint of people suffering from mental health disorders.
The diocese recently filed legal action in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court in Youngstown, asking a judge for permission to divert money held for maintenance.
Noting that the shrine has more than $350,000 designated for maintenance, the diocese stated in court papers that it wants to use the $3.13 million fund to assist people in need of mental health help. The latter amount comes from the diocese and individual donations to the shrine.
In a statement, diocesan attorney Leo J. Puhalla said the lawsuit is largely procedural because both funds are already under the jurisdiction of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Youngstown Foundation.
The suit, which was filed on May 17, also names Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost as a defendant because his office oversees nonprofit organizations.
Yost spokeswoman Kelly May explained that the Attorney General’s Office must be named as a "necessary party" because of its statutory role to protect the donor’s intent and the interests of the charitable beneficiaries.
"In this case, the diocese must get the court’s permission to change the use of certain charitable funds from the purpose stated by the donor," she said. "This is not our office against the diocese but rather a procedural formality so that the court can determine if the reallocations of the funds are appropriate."
Puhalla stressed that the diocese is not seeking any public money.
"The Roman Catholic Diocese of Youngstown Foundation already holds the money associated with the St. Dymphna Fund, and as such the Roman Catholic Diocese of Youngstown Foundation does not seek to collect or secure any money from the state of Ohio or any third-party," he said.
"But rather, the proceeding at issue seeks to reallocate the money already held by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Youngstown Foundation to both maintain the current operations of the National Shrine of St. Dymphna and also assist individuals with nervous or mental disorders."
What's the history of St. Dymphna in Massillon?
The shrine was established in 1938 at the former Massillon State Hospital by the late Rev. Matthew Herttna, pastor St. Mary's, who wanted to provide priests with a place to minister to the hospital's Catholic patients.
The shrine was moved from the hospital to St. Mary's in 2012. The diocese said the shrine requires less maintenance since the move.
In 2015, St. Mary's was heavily damaged by arson. In 2017, a new shrine was underwritten by William and Patricia Crookston and designed by the Rev. Edward Gretchko, who retired from St. Mary's in 2022.
Shrine turns 85:St. Dymphna Shrine in Massillon celebrates 85th anniversary
Very Rev. Canon Matthew Mankowski is pastor of Divine Mercy parish, which includes St. Mary's.
On May 21, Divine Mercy hosted an 85th anniversary celebration of the shrine. St. Dyphmna died a martyr's death at age 15 in Ireland. Her patronage is in reference to her father's severe mental illness, which led to her death.
Her feast day is May 15.
Reach Charita at 330-580-8313 or charita.goshay@cantonrep.com.
On Twitter: @cgoshayREP | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/local/massillon/2023/06/02/the-diocese-of-youngstown-wants-funds-redirected-from-massillon-shrine/70268306007/ | 2023-06-02T11:39:35 | 1 | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/local/massillon/2023/06/02/the-diocese-of-youngstown-wants-funds-redirected-from-massillon-shrine/70268306007/ |
The Airbnb of swimming pools: Swimply app allows people to rent private pools by the hour
- Swimply is an online platform that allows pool owners to rent their swimming pools by the hour.
- Several Stark area residents have their pools listed on the site.
- Hosts say it's a good way to offset pool maintenance costs.
Andrea Johns built a swimming pool at her Lawrence Township home in 2018. It has a diving board and night lighting and is surrounded by a large patio.
She and her family enjoy spending time by the pool on weekends and weekday evenings.
But on weekdays, Johns rents the pool by the hour. She is a host on Swimply, an online platform that has been dubbed the Airbnb of swimming pools.
"I refer everybody that I know that has a pool to it," said Johns, 45, who works in the banking industry. "They think it's kind of crazy, but when you invest the kind of money that it takes to invest in a pool every year, not to mention the initial investment, it's nice to be able to share it with others at a reasonable cost."
Swimply was launched by cofounders Bunim Laskin and Asher Weinberger in New Jersey in 2018. It allows those looking to rent a pool to connect with private pool owners in their area. The company says it offers about 25,000 pools across the U.S., Canada and Australia, including nearly 100 in the Buckeye State.
Johns is one of several pool owners in the Akron-Canton region who has her pool listed on Swimply. She and other renters say it's an easy way to make extra money to help offset pool maintenance costs.
Municipal pools:Where to swim in Stark County
How does Swimply work?
Pool owners can sign up for the platform and create a listing that includes pictures, details and other amenities (restroom access, speakers, umbrellas, etc.) available in their space. They also upload documents to confirm their identity, including name and date of birth, contact information and a valid government ID. A Swimply employee verifies the information.
Swimply has a $2 million protection plan that automatically covers all hosts in the U.S. Hosts are also eligible for up to $10,000 if their pool or property is damaged during a reservation and the guest is unwilling or unable to pay for the damages.
Hosts set their own pricing and availability. They can also establish their own pool rules, such as no smoking or drinking, or limit the number of guests per rental period.
Kristen Marion, a spokesperson on behalf of Swimply, said in an email the average cost of a pool rental is $45 an hour. Costs range vary depending on the pool and backyard setup and location. Marion said they range from $15 to a few hundred dollars per hour.
"Since people use Swimply for various reasons, we find the best rentals are actually ones that have the most robust profile with nice-looking pictures of the pool and space," Marion said. "That way, users know what they’re getting. This prevents any confusion and users know what to expect upon arrival."
Some of the most lavish rentals on Swimply include a 20-by-54-foot outdoor pool located in New Jersey that features a lazy river, hot tub and full basketball court. It costs $180 per hour and allows up to 80 guests. Another in Arizona has a grotto, rope swing, slide, waterfalls, and bar and grill. It goes for about $132 per hour and permits up to 50 guests.
There is also a 40-foot by 60-foot saltwater pool listed in New Jersey for $550 per hour, but it does not have any reviews.
Pools listed in the Akron-Canton region range from $45 to $125 per hour. Some have additional amenities like hot tubs or grills that guests can rent for an extra fee.
Swimply's website shows that the company plans to expand its rental services to include pickleball, basketball and tennis courts and other unique rental spaces.
What do hosts say about Swimply?
Johns started renting her pool during the pandemic. She saw a lot of bookings over the last few years, particularly when community pools were shut down because of the coronavirus. She even had kayakers using her pool for training sessions while YMCA pools were closed.
"I had probably at least a booking a week," Johns said. "And it would range anywhere from one hour to three or four hours."
She said bookings slowed down a bit after public pools reopened, but that it's great way to share the pool with others and cheaper than going to a water park.
Angela Trayer, meanwhile, was introduced to Swimply in 2021. She has a secluded inground pool with a water slide at her Jackson Township home. Her boyfriend was talking to some friends about the pool one day when someone suggested renting it on the platform.
"I thought, 'Oh my gosh, what a good idea,'" Trayer said.
She saw it as a good opportunity to make extra money for gas and electricity costs related to the pool. Signing up for Swimply was a simple process, she said, that involved submitting photos of the pool and writing some brief descriptions about the setup.
Trayer said she's been pleased with the platform. Most of her renters are families, she said, and she sees a lot of interest from customers throughout the summer months.
"You really can't see our pool from the street, and it's fenced in and everything, so when people actually go through the gate they go, 'Wow, I didn't know all this was back here.' It's a nice response," she said.
Gary Underwood: 'It's not a lot of money, but it's better than nothing, and it helps with some of our pool costs.'
Swimply host Tara Howard, who lives in Dover, said she heard about Swimply a couple of years ago and thought it was a great way to share her pool space with others.
Howard works at a garden center. She moved to Tuscarawas County from California in 2015 and wanted to create an outdoor space that reminded her of her former home. Howard spends a lot of time setting up the space every year. It contains a variety of plants, an outdoor kitchen and a daybed.
"I keep my rentals to a minimum," she said. "I do not want big parties. So a lot of the things I have are more like dates, couples getting together and wanting a nice space to spend the afternoon."
Gary Underwood, a pool owner in Green, said he was initially hesitant about the idea. His opinion changed after he learned more about Swimply's features, including the ability to block off certain dates and message with potential customers before they book the pool.
"You can also do settings where before (customers) book anything they have to message you and tell you what they want to do," he said.
Underwood said he didn't know what to expect when he first listed his pool, but he was surprised when he started getting two or three requests for bookings per week.
"It's not a lot of money, but it's better than nothing, and it helps with some of our pool costs," he said.
Reach Paige at 330-580-8577, pmbennett@gannett.com or on Twitter @paigembenn. | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/local/stark-county/2023/06/02/swimply-app-stark-county-area-swimming-pool-owners-rent-pools-strangers-airbnb-ohio/70227347007/ | 2023-06-02T11:39:41 | 0 | https://www.cantonrep.com/story/news/local/stark-county/2023/06/02/swimply-app-stark-county-area-swimming-pool-owners-rent-pools-strangers-airbnb-ohio/70227347007/ |
SAN ANTONIO — A fire causes heavy damages to a newly constructed home on the west side late Thursday night, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
The incident occurred on the 2900 block of Chihuahua around 11:10 p.m. Thursday.
Fire officials say reports came for the smell of smoke and when they arrived on the scene found a haze around the home with a heavy fire inside.
The home was described by officials as newly built or remodeled.
Officials say there was substantial damages to the floors, walls and ceiling estimating to be around $30,000.
No injuries were reported and an investigation is underway. | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/fire-home-san-antonio/273-65d4883f-64c4-4fa7-8d7d-c35843913436 | 2023-06-02T11:48:43 | 1 | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/fire-home-san-antonio/273-65d4883f-64c4-4fa7-8d7d-c35843913436 |
PORTAGE — Police said it took them several minutes to wake up an intoxicated driver they found asleep behind the wheel of his vehicle several car lengths away from a traffic light along U.S. 6.
"I placed the vehicle in park and removed the keys from the ignition," the Portage officer wrote. "I tapped the male and shook his arm to wake him up. The male did not wake up until I conducted a sternum rub on him."
St. John Police CIT Officer Dustin Wartman is trained in mental health intervention.
Police said they found Jamaille Shaw, 21, of South Haven, at 7:51 a.m. Wednesday near the intersection with Willowcreek Road.
Shaw, who denied drinking alcohol, said he was coming from a friend's house in Hobart after working late at a local bar.
Police said they found his blood-alcohol concentration was 0.105%; the legal limit is 0.08%.
The civil suit comes in the wake of a Nov. 5, 2020 alcohol-fueled, off-duty brawl involving members of the department that resulted in allegations of a faux sexual assault and criminal charges, the suit alleges.
Shaw was taken to the Porter County Jail and faces several criminal counts of operating while intoxicated, including one of endangering others, police said.
Gallery: Recent arrests booked into the Porter County Jail
Tabitha Thompson
Arrest date: May 26, 2023
Age: 30
Residence: Michigan City, IN
Booking Number: 2302212
Charges: Possession of methamphetamine, felony
Brandon Miller
Arrest date: May 26, 2023
Age: 28
Residence: Westville, IN
Booking Number: 2302224
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Jamie Roman
Arrest date: May 26, 2023
Age: 24
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302214
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Niles Dilosa
Arrest date: May 26, 2023
Age: 25
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302213
Charges: OWI, felony
Bryan Brown
Arrest date: May 26, 2023
Age: 65
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number: 2302211
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Andrew Rudd
Arrest date: May 25, 2023
Age: 29
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302199
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Jed Saunders
Arrest date: May 25, 2023
Age: 43
Residence: Westville, IN
Booking Number: 2302202
Charges: OWI, felony
Jennifer Najera
Arrest date: May 25, 2023
Age: 37
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302210
Charges: OWI, felony
Timothy Petty
Arrest date: May 25, 2023
Age: 64
Residence: Indianapolis, IN
Booking Number: 2302198
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Alan Svitko
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 43
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number: 2302181
Charges: Possession hypodermic syringe or needle, felony
Malik Smith
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 26
Residence: New Windsor, NY
Booking Number: 2302187
Charges: Possession of cocaine or narcotic drug, felony
Jahmeel Perkins
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 26
Residence: Bridgeport, CT
Booking Number: 2302189
Charges: Possession of cocaine or narcotic drug, felony
Justin Singel
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 22
Residence: Hebron, IN
Booking Number: 2302173
Charges: Domestic battery, felony
Latasha Herrod
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 46
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302179
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
John Johnson
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 70
Residence: Chesterton, IN
Booking Number: 2302191
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Alicia Jordan
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 23
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302177
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Oralia DeLeon
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 65
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number: 2302175
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Nicholas Aubuchon
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 27
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number: 2302178
Charges: Possession of cocaine or narcotic drug, felony
Michael Clemons
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 22
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302174
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Adam Morrey
Arrest date: May 23, 2023
Age: 30
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302157
Charges: OWI, felony
Scott Vedo
Arrest date: May 23, 2023
Age: 57
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302156
Charges: Domestic battery, misdemeanor
Whitney Leonard
Arrest date: May 23, 2023
Age: 34
Residence: Chesterton, IN
Booking Number: 2302162
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Kelsie Figiel
Arrest date: May 23, 2023
Age: 30
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number: 2302170
Charges: Possession of cocaine or narcotic drug, felony
Heather Crisman
Arrest date: May 23, 2023
Age: 33
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number: 2302164
Charges: Theft, felony
Sheryl Deck
Arrest date: May 23, 2023
Age: 64
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number: 2302160
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Cortney Watson
Arrest date: May 22, 2023
Age: 23
Residence: Hanna, IN
Booking Number: 2302154
Charges: OWI, felony
Peter Ornelas
Arrest date: May 22, 2023
Age: 55
Residence: Porter, IN
Booking Number: 2302142
Charges: Domestic battery, felony
David Ramsey
Arrest date: May 22, 2023
Age: 18
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302137
Charges: Battery, misdemeanor
Erika Small
Arrest date: May 22, 2023
Age: 29
Residence: South Bend, IN
Booking Number: 2302144
Charges: Theft, felony
Alyssa Rivera
Arrest date: May 21, 2023
Age: 24
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302130
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Bree Snyder
Arrest date: May 21, 2023
Age: 32
Residence: Kouts, IN
Booking Number: 2302131
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Amy Goodpaster
Arrest date: May 21, 2023
Age: 40
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number: 2302126
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Angela Hertaus
Arrest date: May 21, 2023
Age: 45
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302132
Charges: OWI, felony
Ryan Corey
Arrest date: May 21, 2023
Age: 23
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302134
Charges: Sexual battery, felony
William Crowder
Arrest date: May 19, 2023
Age: 41
Residence: Fort Wayne, IN
Booking Number: 2302093
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Samuel Peck
Arrest date: May 19, 2023
Age: 27
Residence: Madison, IN
Booking Number: 2302110
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Daquon Butler
Arrest date: May 19, 2023
Age: 28
Residence: Chesterton, IN
Booking Number: 2302103
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Troy Worthington
Arrest date: May 19, 2023
Age: 44
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302109
Charges: Domestic battery, felony
Kevin Zaragoza
Arrest date: May 19, 2023
Age: 44
Residence: Hebron, IN
Booking Number: 2302097
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Drequain Burr
Arrest date: May 19, 2023
Age: 24
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number: 2302108
Charges: Domestic battery, felony
William Watkins
Arrest date: May 19, 2023
Age: 36
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302100
Charges: Residential entry, felony
Jack Tilden
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 21
Residence: Porter, IN
Booking Number: 2302117
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Keon Small
Arrest date: May 19, 2023
Age: 31
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number: 2302099
Charges: OWI, felony
Danko Savic
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 52
Residence: Arlington Heights, IL
Booking Number: 2302112
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Jason Neyhart
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 45
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number: 2302118
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Joanna Garner
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 38
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302114
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Victoria Johnson
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 39
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302111
Charges: Motor vehicle theft, felony
Terry Lewis
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 56
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number: 2302121
Charges: Possession of methamphetamine, felony
Thales Neves Pontes
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 29
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302113
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Ezell Banks
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 47
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302116
Charges: Intimidation, felony
Rebecca Benefield
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 19
Residence: Westville, IN
Booking Number: 2302120
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Be the first to know
Get local news delivered to your inbox! | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/crime-courts/portage-police-initially-unable-to-wake-up-intoxicated-driver-asleep-along-u-s-6/article_57ee5d22-009a-11ee-922a-17179aaf60d4.html | 2023-06-02T12:00:06 | 1 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/crime-courts/portage-police-initially-unable-to-wake-up-intoxicated-driver-asleep-along-u-s-6/article_57ee5d22-009a-11ee-922a-17179aaf60d4.html |
WATERLOO — Iowa Irish Fest announced a first ever “mixtape” live event at 10 p.m. Aug. 5.
A mixtape is a compilation of music from different sources recorded onto one medium, such as a cassette tape, CD or digital playlist.
At the festival, Irish and Celtic bands will come together for special performances for the final act on Saturday night.
Scythian, Doolin’, Screaming Orphans, Gadan, Seo Linn, Aoife Scott, Shane Hennessy, The Black Donnellys, Colm & Laura Keegan, and the Dublin City Ramblers will each take the stage to perform one of their favorite songs originally made famous by Irish and Scottish rockers such as U2, Van Morrison, The Pogues, Biffy Clyro, Thin Lizzy, The Boomtown Rats and The Cranberries.
Tickets for the festival are on sale now at IowaIrishFest.com. It will take place Aug. 4 through 6 in the Lincoln Park area downtown. | https://wcfcourier.com/news/local/iowa-irish-fest-holding-mixtape-event/article_b2991924-009f-11ee-968f-77501b9eb533.html | 2023-06-02T12:01:11 | 0 | https://wcfcourier.com/news/local/iowa-irish-fest-holding-mixtape-event/article_b2991924-009f-11ee-968f-77501b9eb533.html |
In bid to protect pedestrians, Indy defies state lawmaker to push no-turn-on-red proposal
Indianapolis city-county councilors will defy state lawmakers and revive a plan to make downtown intersections no-turn-on-red.
Republican Sen. Aaron Freeman attempted in April to block the city from passing the plan to ban right-hand turns on red lights at all intersections downtown. Gov. Eric Holcomb last month signed this into law. The city initially conceded defeat before they discovered a loophole in Freeman's legislation, spurred by traffic safety advocates, as IndyStar first reported in May.
The councilors plan to exploit that the law appears to take effect after July 1. Freeman believed that the law started when the governor signed it. Freeman's law, an amendment to House Bill 1050, targets Indianapolis and bans the city from passing ordinances to put up new no-turn-on-red signs.
With the deadline looming, councilors said they plan to hear the downtown no-turn-on-red proposals at this Monday's full City-County Council meeting, where it is expected to pass.
This marks an unprecedented chance for the city to successfully undercut a trend of Indiana Republican senators inserting themselves into how Indianapolis' Democratic officials want to run the city.
"It's rather sad to have to jump through these kinds of hoops and loops for a city to be able to do what every other city in the state of Indiana is obligated to do in the pursuit of protecting pedestrians and their community," Council Vice-President Zach Adamson said.
IndyStar has reached out to Freeman for comment.
The intersections affected include all local streets bounded by 11th Street, Oscar Robertson Boulevard, 10th Street, White River Parkway West Drive, Interstate 70 and Interstate 65. That would include all of Mile Square, Mass Ave downtown, and St. Joseph Historic Neighborhood.
The Indianapolis councilors behind the proposal — Adamson, Council President Vop Osili, and Councilor Kristin Jones — said evidence shows no-turn-on-red is a well-established best practice to reduce the number of pedestrians hit by vehicles.
Health By Design data shows that drivers failing to yield to pedestrians at intersections caused 55% of crashes downtown from 2010 to 2019.
This is just the latest legislation the state Senate has championed in recent years that targets Indianapolis, including everything from trying to prevent IndyGo from expanding transit lines to preventing the city from cracking down on bad landlords to preventing cities from targeting puppy mills just as Indianapolis was considering a proposal to do so.
Council seeks to retain power over no-turn-on-red laws
To give the city power to continue enacting no-turn-on-red restrictions even after July 1, the councilors also plan to amend the proposal to create "pedestrian safety priority areas" spanning large swathes of the city. In those areas, the Department of Public Works will have the authority to enact no-turn-on-red at signalized intersections where data supports it, if they choose to.
"This amendment is being offered to enable the city to continue taking proactive measures to protect the safety of all users of the roads within Marion County, as every other city has the authority and responsibility to do throughout Indiana," Adamson said.
Adamson said he believes this action will not be blocked by Freeman's law because the amendment would let the Department of Public Works put up new signs without the City-County Council having to first approve an ordinance to do so. Freeman's law specifically bans ordinances to put up a no-turn-on-red sign after July 1.
The pedestrian safety priority areas were identified through the Indianapolis Marion County pedestrian safety plans. It analyzed how widespread traffic crashes were in different areas to identify those that needed intervention, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration standard.
Health, safety, equity, comfort, demand and city priorities were considered to find the hotspots where there is a high priority for improving pedestrian safety, Adamson said.
City's defiance puts it at odds with Freeman
There was disagreement over whether the loophole exists.
Councilors said they believe they are on solid legal ground to move forward with their plan, having confirmed with their legal counsel that the law is not in effect yet. Indiana Legislative Services Agency Executive Director George Angelone also said the law only takes effect July 1.
"This is just how the law reads," Adamson said.
But Freeman told IndyStar in mid-May that he believed his amendment took effect when the governor signed it on May 4. The City-County Council's attorney also agreed on an initial read of the bill, which is why the council had announced in May that they were nixing the idea.
Freeman said previously that if the city proceeded with the downtown proposal, he presumed the matter would end up in a courtroom.
Freeman, who previously served on the City-County Council, has called the idea stupid, said its part of a Democratic war on cars, and that more enforcement and personal responsibility was the way to address pedestrians being killed or hurt in crashes, not a blanket ban.
"I'm all for local government until it's stupid," he had told IndyStar in April, after he had successfully passed his law.
Adamson said he does not think the state should be interfering with Indianapolis on something as local as traffic control, and that it is inconsistent with their political philosophy of smaller government.
"I take personal affront to Sen. Freeman getting involved in my district with my constituents," Jones said, citing that one of no-turn-on-red measures being considered in her district, at Palmer and Meridian streets, was the direct result of a disabled resident raising safety fears at that intersection. "If he has a problem with that, so be it."
Contact IndyStar reporter Ko Lyn Cheang at kcheang@indystar.com or 317-903-7071. Follow her on Twitter: @kolyn_cheang. | https://www.indystar.com/story/news/local/indianapolis/2023/06/02/indianapolis-no-turn-on-red-city-county-council-defies-legislature/70278284007/ | 2023-06-02T12:07:00 | 1 | https://www.indystar.com/story/news/local/indianapolis/2023/06/02/indianapolis-no-turn-on-red-city-county-council-defies-legislature/70278284007/ |
Artists' divergent styles converge in fiber show at the Vault Gallery
You might see something unusual if you visit Lynne Gilliatt's and Jean Haley's fiber arts show during the months of June and July at the Vault Gallery at Gallery Mortgage.
"One thing I think makes this show different from others that we usually see on the Gallery Walk is that nearly all the works started out as undyed, unbleached wool fabric," Haley said.
The exhibit will be featured during the first Friday Gallery Walks in June and July, and also open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday for people to see how the two Bloomington artists have combined their talents to create unique art.
Can two longtime, established artists work together?
It's not always easy for established artists to work together, and in fact, Gilliatt said learning to collaborate has been one of this show's strengths for her. Taking that a step further, Haley described working with Gilliatt as "the most fun part."
Haley tends plants in her yard, then uses them to make natural dyes to color cloth.
Now, Gilliatt, who has never before produced fabric art — she's an 80-year-old longtime Bloomington abstract painter — has brought her painterly style to Haley's wool. For this exhibit, Gilliatt's media are threads, yarns and upcycled sari-silk ribbons. "Sari' translates to “strip of cloth” in Sanskrit. (The first saris were cotton, with silk entering the scene around around 2000 BC. No two skeins or balls of sari silk yarn are the same, and they're often vibrantly colored.)
"We offer two different approaches to using the same naturally dyed wool cloth," Haley said.
For instance, both artists have pieces of Haley-dyed wool. Gilliatt uses rectangles of it as a "canvas" for her threads. Haley, however, uses the wool as the "paint" by cutting it into strips and pulling them through a linen foundation.
What's on display at the Vault Gallery
Many of the wool cloth pieces have been made into pillows or combined to make long wall hangings.
Since Haley also is a expert in rug hooking, visitors will see works she made using traditional rug-hooking techniques — with a modern twist. She particularly likes the collaborative pieces that feature Gilliatt's stitching in the center and her, Haley's, hooking as a border.
Some skirt-to-rug history
Wool garments can be mended only a certain number of times. According to Haley, in the 1800s, rug hooking became a craft, having originated in the northeastern U.S. and the Canadian Maritimes. After clothing was no longer mendable, people cut it into strips and used a hook to pull strip-loops through burlap, usually repurposed from produce sacks.
"They would make rugs for the hard floors, their hearths and even their beds," Haley said.
During the June and July First Friday Gallery Walk receptions, on June 2 and July 7, visitors will be able to watch the artists' works in progress.
Gilliatt's stitching has been attached to Kantha cloth. Kantha, referring to both the stitch and the final product, is a an embroidery craft from ancient India that was passed from mothers to daughters. It involves stitching patchwork cloth from rags into colorful fabric.
"I can’t say I’ve ever seen a show like this in town," said Gilliant, who has been a participating artist with Bloomington Watercolor Society and Upland Plein Air exhibits.
Wool Wanderings: Making it easy for visitors
Haley said many people have supported the "Wool Wanderings" exhibition, including John La Bella, who donates the gallery space, and Julie Herwitt, a Brown County artist who is helping hang the show.
Organizers have sewn information labels into the pieces or attached stickers to the walls, convenient for curious visitors.
It was really COVID-19 that gave Gilliatt the mental and emotional space to try a new genre.
"Presto, I became a fiber artist giving up painting during the pandemic. I can’t really believe it at all," Gilliatt said.
If you go
WHAT: "Wool Wanderings," fiber arts show with naturally dyed wool, yarn "painting" and rug hooking
WHEN: The months of June and July, with receptions 5-8 p.m. June 2 and July 7, during Gallery Walk. On July 7, Haley and Gilliatt will demonstrate their processes. Gallery hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday.WHERE: The Vault at Gallery Mortgage, 121 E. Sixth St.
MORE: Watch Haley hook at https://tinyurl.com/k7dxahpy | https://www.heraldtimesonline.com/story/entertainment/local/2023/06/02/2-bloomington-artists-create-fiber-art-for-exhibit-at-vault-gallery/70272869007/ | 2023-06-02T12:08:54 | 0 | https://www.heraldtimesonline.com/story/entertainment/local/2023/06/02/2-bloomington-artists-create-fiber-art-for-exhibit-at-vault-gallery/70272869007/ |
'Unsustainable': Bloomington Catalent facility cuts 150 more jobs
Catalent is cutting 150 more jobs in Bloomington because the company underestimated the complexity and difficulty of transitioning to post-pandemic production, the company’s local manager said.
“Unfortunately we didn’t anticipate the unprecedented complexity involved in exiting the pandemic, both operationally and financially, and the difficulty of pivoting this site to non-COVID programs,” said Anibal Carlo, vice president and general manager of the Bloomington facility.
More job cuts:Cook Medical to reduce global workforce by 4% in strategic realignment
“Among other problems, we created an infrastructure — people and processes — that is too costly and, therefore, unsustainable,” Carlo said.
Carlo made those comments in an internal announcement that an employee shared with The Herald-Times.
In an email, company spokeswoman Laine Mello said global demand for vaccines declined sharply as the pandemic receded, requiring the company to make adjustments.
“These changes are unfortunate but necessary to help ensure Catalent is able to continue operating in a sustainable manner,” Mello said. “The Bloomington facility remains a critical part of Catalent’s growth plans and its global network.”
Carlo said the company is cutting the jobs to eliminate duplication and operational inefficiencies. Affected employees, who were to be notified by Friday, work primarily in “leadership and support functions.”
Mello would not say what kinds of help the company is providing affected employees, but Carlo said in his announcement the company was trying to minimize the cuts’ impact by eliminating 100 open jobs and “reallocating key talent to critical roles wherever possible.”
Catalent in Bloomington grew quickly during pandemic
Catalent grew rapidly in Bloomington during the pandemic, investing millions and hiring hundreds to ramp up production of COVID-19 vaccines.
In April of last year, Catalent committed to investing $350 million in its Bloomington facility and to create “in the coming years” 1,000 new jobs with an average hourly wage of $32, or nearly $67,000 per year. A few months earlier, the company had said it expected annual sales to nearly double to $7.5 billion through 2026, based partially on demand for vaccines.
However, Catalent said in December that it was cutting about 400 local production jobs.
More:Catalent in Bloomington is eliminating 400 jobs. Here's why
At the time, General Manager Andrew Espejo told employees the company was "navigating a challenging global economic environment, which requires the company to manage its costs for the post-pandemic world.”
Efficiency lost when scale is too quick
An Indiana University economics professor said Catalent’s announcement is not a surprise, given factors including the end of the federal COVID emergency, rising inflation and likely overinvestment during the pandemic.
“There was a lot of uncertainty on how much infrastructure would be needed to get us through the pandemic and how long (vaccine producers) were going to have to do these iterations of boosters,” said Phil T. Powell, clinical associate professor of business economics and public policy and academic director of the Indiana Business Research Center.
Given the severity of the crisis, health care companies such as Catalent “felt a social responsibility to probably overinvest,” he said.
Plus, Powell said, companies had to boost production rapidly.
“When you ramp up that quickly it’s hard to do it the right way that maximizes productivity,” he said.
Across the health care sector, companies are now cutting costs as they’re seeing sharply declining demand and rising borrowing costs, Powell said.
Catalent shares close down Thursday
Investors have reacted to Catalent's recent struggles.
Catalent’s shares lost about a quarter of their value on Nov. 1 after the company lowered its earnings expectations for 2023 because of “near-term headwinds,” as CEO Alessandro Maselli put it.
On April 14, Catalent's shares lost nearly 27% of their value after the company said it was dealing with "productivity issues and higher-than-expected costs experienced at three of its facilities" including in Bloomington.
Shares fell another 26% on May 8 after the company said it was delaying the release of third-quarter results. When the company announced results on May 19, shares climbed nearly 16%.
On Thursday, shares closed at $37, down nearly 18% for the year.
The pandemic has killed nearly 7 million people globally, according to the World Health Organization. About 13.4 billion doses of vaccines have been administered worldwide.
Boris Ladwig can be reached at bladwig@therepublic.com. | https://www.heraldtimesonline.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/catalent-to-cut-150-jobs-in-bloomington-find-out-more/70278929007/ | 2023-06-02T12:09:00 | 1 | https://www.heraldtimesonline.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/catalent-to-cut-150-jobs-in-bloomington-find-out-more/70278929007/ |
Monroe County's sole commercial composter, EarthKeepers, shuts down
Starting this month, tons of organic waste — from half-eaten school lunches at Bloomington High School North to the annual leftovers of Cook employees' "Cooksgiving" — will no longer be recycled into nutrient-rich soil. At least not by Bloomington-based company EarthKeepers.
The Monroe County business, which has been providing a way for residents to get rid of their food waste through community composting for several years, officially ceased operations on May 31.
"The reality is that in the entire county, there isn't another facility that is legally allowed to take organic waste. We're the only facility. We're shutting down, so there is no place for anyone to take food waste at this moment," said Andrea Conway, co-owner of EarthKeepers.
By Conway's estimate, thousands of residents now have just two choices: send their organic materials to the landfill or compost on their own. Here's why that's a problem and what you can do:
Close to nature:How do you join a community garden in Bloomington?
What is composting? Why should people do it?
Composting is a natural recycling process where organic matter, such as leaves and food scraps, is turned into a valuable fertilizer that enriches the soil. Rather than throwing away moldy stalks of broccoli or ignoring piles of leaves, people can collect that waste in a pile and allow natural degradation to occur.
On average, Americans throw out 20 pounds of food per person every month. A recent waste composition study found nearly 40% of the waste stream in Monroe County is potentially compostable, 26.5% of which is food waste. Composting is a way to help the environment by enriching local soil and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
How do people compost in Bloomington, Monroe County?
While anyone can compost if they have some yard space and a suitable bin, residents of Monroe County also have had the option to use a pick-up or drop-off composting service by EarthKeepers.
Check your soil:Watch out for jumping worms! They are bad for the soil, your garden and the environment
EarthKeepers was the passion project of Andrea and Ryan Conway, who also own and operate Fable Farms. The Conways have been part of the community composting initiative since 2018, becoming interested when they needed composted soil.
"We felt like we hit on this magic moment where we were starting to meet the need that we had personally for our farm, but then also to meet the needs of the farmers that had helped us out with all that advice, and to tackle this huge issue in the waste stream in the county," Ryan described.
Early in the process, the Conways collaborated with another organization, Green Camino, to provide composting service to residents. Shortly after, Green Camino was absorbed into Fable Farms, where the composting service was renamed EarthKeepers.
Until May 31, the composting service was offered in two ways: either a member of EarthKeepers would pick the organic waste up from a household's curb or the client could drop off their compostable items at one of nine drop-off locations around the county. That organic matter would then be delivered to Fable Farms or a partnering site, which were certified to compost such large quantities. Composted soil was later sold to other farmers and gardeners.
How many residents are losing composting service?
In addition to individual households, several businesses contracted with EarthKeepers to compost their organic waste, including Cook Medical Group, Monroe County Community School Corp. and dozens of local restaurants. Andrea and Ryan estimate they served thousands of people in the community through composting.
Since 2020, EarthKeepers has diverted 711 tons of organic waste from Monroe County, preventing 178 tons of methane emissions from landfills. Those emissions account for about 4,031 metric tons of carbon dioxide, the equivalent of burning 453,618 gallons of gasoline.
While it took some initial outreach and education, the composting service's popularity doubled in size with each year, with Andrea noting that they added around three dozen commercial kitchens within the past year. In 2022 alone, EarthKeepers collected 411 tons of organic waste.
But it wasn't enough to keep going.
Why is EarthKeepers closing its community composting service?
"It's a math game," Ryan said. "And that math started ending in subtractions."
While the business was sustaining itself, Ryan and Andrea noted they never personally made a considerable profit. That didn't pose a problem in the beginning, as this was a passion. However, the recent slumping economy and rising inflation made it harder for the business to sustain itself.
Since they began adding more restaurants to their clientele, thanks in part to a recent partnership with the city, contamination became much more of an issue. Only specific materials can be composted; for example, plastic does not decompose. Because a commercial kitchen typically has high turnover, the knowledge of what is and is not compostable leaves along with the rotating restaurant staff. Even with re-education efforts, there was a domino effort, leading to more labor hours by EarthKeepers dedicated to sifting through the waste to ensure no non-compostable material made its way into the soil.
On top of that, a site they had used to help bear the composting load closed unexpectedly earlier this year. Initial plans to buy more property were halted by Monroe County's rezoning plans, which limits where large-scale composting can be conducted.
So, with less space, a rising client pool and climbing costs, the Conways decided it was time to call it quits.
When is community composting service coming back to Bloomington?
Bloomington residents may not have to wait long for a substitute. City government personnel are actively looking for a way to bring the service back.
Assistant Director for Sustainability Shawn Miya said the city has identified a new composting service provider, based in Indianapolis, that could potentially expand into Bloomington. In addition to providing residential services such as curbside pick-up and drop-off sites, this provider would also connect with commercial kitchens much like EarthKeepers did. Early talks with the service provider will begin in the coming weeks.
Additionally, the Bloomington Commission on Sustainability is currently drafting a way for neighborhoods to implement smaller hubs of community composting. Groups would have to submit an online application for a city grant, which would buy the necessary tools and bins to be placed in a communal local area.
Miya said the city hopes to offer both of these services by the end of the year.
Can I compost at home?
In the meantime, people can learn how to set up and maintain an at-home composting system. The Monroe County Solid Waste Management District will host a free "Composting 101" workshop from 9 to 11:30 a.m. June 10.
Elisa Pokral, community outreach coordinator with the Monroe County Solid Waste Management District, will go over the basics on how to get started with just a little yard space and a compost container.
"You don't have to overanalyze it. You just throw it in there, and you wait to let nature take its course," Pokral describes. "Nature knows what to do with it."
Composting can be done year-round and is not a big time commitment, Pokral said. Once you make it part of your routine and work out just what can and cannot go into your bin, it's as easy as using a regular trash or recycling container. You can also use your enhanced soil for gardening.
Once you set it up, you will start seeing a difference within three to four months, as your compost pile starts to shrink and be turned into rich, nutrient-dense soil.
You can register for the workshop by emailing Pokral at epokral@mcswmd.org or calling 812-349-2866/2020.
What can you compost?
You can compost the following materials:
- Vegetables and fruit scraps
- Dry leaves
- Egg shells
- Baking ingredients, herbs and spices
- Most cooked and raw food
- Coffee grounds, filters or tea bags (without staples)
- Paper materials such as newspapers, napkins, towels, cups or tissues
- Pizza boxes and uncoated paper carryout containers
- Cotton balls
- Houseplant trimmings and cut flowers
- Hair
- Pet food and fur
While you can technically compost meat or fish, bones, pet waste, and cheese or dairy products, both Pokral and the United States Environmental Protection Agency advise against doing so in a personal, at-home system.
Reach Rachel Smith at rksmith@heraldt.com. | https://www.heraldtimesonline.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/composting-basics-in-bloomington-monroe-county/70272643007/ | 2023-06-02T12:09:06 | 0 | https://www.heraldtimesonline.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/composting-basics-in-bloomington-monroe-county/70272643007/ |
It's Your Business: Help Downtown Bloomington determine how to better itself on June 2
Attention all public space enthusiasts! Join us at the Innovation Showcase in downtown Bloomington from 6 to 8 p.m. June 2 in addressing the question: How might we bring more value to people coming downtown?
Downtown Bloomington Inc. supporters and volunteers have been hard at work bringing together ideas to enhance the downtown experience. We partnered with Dave Huber to leverage human-centered design practices. We collaborated with representatives from local businesses, attractions, residents, nonprofits and local artists in bringing diverse points of view in an attempt to bring more flair of design and entrepreneurship to our public spaces.
We used a mixture of empathy, strategy, ideation and prototyping that led the group to create and test new and refreshed ideas.
We are now asking for your help to experience, test and provide input across the following categories and teams:
Team Placemaking featuring Alley Activation with Live Muralist Caleb Poer and Jazz in the Alley offering opportunity to collectively enjoy and connect via artistic activities and events.
More:Bloomington's first Cosmic Songwriters Festival draws crowd
Team Live Entertainment featuring Zion Crossroads and Traverse Marks on the Courthouse Lawn — bring a chair and enjoy free live music
Team Fun Bus providing a “Go Express” bus circulating to the downtown galleries for Gallery Walk happening this same evening.
Team Diversity and Inclusion asking about critical issues that affect our community members to help us understand strengths and challenges in a confidential manner with results reported in group form only.
Team Sustainability asking “what if” questions related to sustainability.
Team Uniquely Bloomington Information Station sharing all there is to do while visiting downtown to make the most of your trip. While downtown enjoy Gallery Walk featuring 14 galleries and Limestone Comedy Festival in multiple downtown venues. Grab a bite at our multitude of restaurants.
More:It's Your Business: Building partnerships, finding climate solutions are Shawn Miya's goals
We are asking for your help to come out to experience. You can register at https://tinyurl.com/yjmm2zcw or stop by the Monroe County Courthouse lawn for a map and we will then send you a follow up survey.
You are encouraged to visit downtown throughout the month of June to enjoy more:
- Bloomington Community Farmers' Market each Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Peoples Park Concerts each Thursday 4:30-6 p.m.
- Bloomington Handmade Market and Granfalloon concert on June 10
- Art Fair on the Square from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 24
For more information contact info@downtownbloomington.com.
Talisha Coppock is executive director of Downtown Bloomington Inc. | https://www.heraldtimesonline.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/help-determine-whats-best-in-downtown-bloomington-on-june-2/70269639007/ | 2023-06-02T12:09:12 | 0 | https://www.heraldtimesonline.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/help-determine-whats-best-in-downtown-bloomington-on-june-2/70269639007/ |
Fresh Fridays are back at Hoosier Hills Food Bank starting June 9
The need for food in Monroe County and surrounding areas hasn't diminished, according to Julio Alonso, executive director of the Hoosier Hills Food Bank, so the Fresh Fridays food distribution is happening again this summer and he's anticipating more households will come to pick up food on the second Fridays of June, July and August.
“We thought last year might be the end of this program as the pandemic wound down, but we were instead hit with very high demand because of inflation at the grocery store and gas pump. Unfortunately, those high food and fuel costs haven’t gone down, but many COVID-era benefits have now expired and the need we’ve been seeing from our partner agencies has remained very high, so we’ve decided to offer this service again,” Alonso said in a recent email.
Helping:Hoosier Hills Food Bank's efforts help food insecure in 6 Indiana counties
In 2022, Hoosier Hills Food Bank had five Fresh Fridays, each with an average of 696 households picking up food. In total for 2022, 3,483 households were served. The food bank estimates there were three people in home, which would mean more than 10,000 people were served.
“Last year over 70% of the households we served on Fresh Fridays included a senior citizen and many of them said that they were struggling with the high cost of food,” Alonso said.
How many people are expected for Fresh Fridays this year?
Alonso is planning for 800 households at each Fresh Friday distribution.
"Last year, 94% of the guests surveyed reported that the high cost of food was a challenge they faced in having enough to eat. Since food prices have not come down, we anticipate that many people are still facing that challenge, especially now that some pandemic-era benefits have expired," Alonso said in his email.
Just like last year, Alonso expects many of the people who show up for Fresh Fridays will be senior citizens. While working at one of the distributions in 2022, Alonso said seniors told him they were struggling because of the high cost of food and gasoline. A Hoosier Hills Food Bank survey showed 71% of the participating households had a senior citizen in the home.
What are the day and times, and location, for Fresh Fridays?
Fresh Friday Food Distribution will be 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 9, July 14 and Aug. 11 at Hoosier Hills Food Bank, 2333 W. Industrial Park Drive. Anyone in need of food is welcome to pick up the boxes.
What's included in Fresh Friday boxes?
Each household will receive:
- 1 box of shelf stable goods (peanut butter and jelly, pasta and sauce, mac and cheese, canned fruit/vegetables, soup, tuna, beef stew and other items)
- 1 box of fresh produce (a variety of items)
- 1 dozen eggs
- 1 fresh meat item
Any other items distributed will depend on the donations received by the food bank.
How will the distributions happen?
As it has been in past years, Fresh Fridays will be a drive-thru distribution with people staying in their vehicles and staff and volunteers loading the boxes into cars. Volunteers from Cook Medical and the IU First Year Experience O-Team have been packing boxes for the Fresh Fridays distributions.
Want to help at Hoosier Hills Food Bank?
No more volunteers are needed for Fresh Fridays, but volunteers are desperately needed for other jobs, Alonso said. A recent "Stamp Out Hunger" food drive by the local National Association of Letter Carriers collected more than 36,000 pounds of food in May. That food needs to be sorted before it can be distributed and the food bank has "tons" of bulk granola that needs to be repacked.
To volunteer, go online to hhfoodbank.org or contact Ryan Jochim at 812-334-8374 or volunteer@hhfoodbank.org. | https://www.heraldtimesonline.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/hoosier-hills-food-banks-fresh-friday-food-distributions-start-june-9/70273972007/ | 2023-06-02T12:09:18 | 0 | https://www.heraldtimesonline.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/hoosier-hills-food-banks-fresh-friday-food-distributions-start-june-9/70273972007/ |
NORMAL — The northeast side of Uptown Circle from Beaufort Street to Constitution Boulevard will be closed starting at 7 a.m. Monday.
The closure is for curb and pavement repairs. No local access will be maintained.
The road closure is expected to last until 3 p.m. Monday, weather permitting.
A map of the road closure can be found at arcg.is/0u1jX9.
Call 309-454-9738 for more information.
Share the fun from the Sharin' of the Green Parade
Brendan Denison, Linda Bomya
Mark Tremper, Sam Hazleton
Jeremy Plue, Jenny Lee-Plue
Donna Edward, Mary and John Burns
Lauren and RC McBride, Neil and Shawn Finlen
Maggie Bratcher, Kimberly Lindholm, Jaime Russell, Leah Forrest
Kinsella and O’Malley Families
Bicyclists Ellie B and Bella Levine
Jeannine Tomlinson, Kelli Kiefer
Karen Stailey-Lander with Abbey
Barrett Mings helping Emily Mings with her skate
Emery, Jada, Frank and Wurth entry
Paula Sweeney, Jamie Dorsey
Kathleen Lorenz and supporters
Neil Finlen, Keith Palmgren
Scott Whitman, Dick Steffen
Contact Olivia Jacobs at 309-820-3352. Follow Olivia on Twitter: @olivia___jacobs
Get local news delivered to your inbox!
Subscribe to our Daily Headlines newsletter. | https://pantagraph.com/news/local/road-closure-planned-monday-in-normal/article_645ba422-ffee-11ed-a3cc-5fba2ebaa4a3.html | 2023-06-02T12:12:26 | 1 | https://pantagraph.com/news/local/road-closure-planned-monday-in-normal/article_645ba422-ffee-11ed-a3cc-5fba2ebaa4a3.html |
PORTAGE — A report of suspicious people looking into a vehicle at 2:30 a.m. landed a man and woman behind bars on drug and drug-related charges, Portage police said.
An officer said he was called out early Thursday to the 2800 block of Locust Street and found Randy Johnson, 41, of Lake Station, and Jamie Hall, 44, of Portage, walking north on Hickory Road.
St. John Police CIT Officer Dustin Wartman is trained in mental health intervention.
While Johnson was searching Hall's purse for identification, police spotted a glass pipe used for smoking crack cocaine, according to the arrest report.
"Randy tried to put it back in the purse," the officer said.
Police said they found Johnson with a scale he said he uses to weigh marijuana. They also found him in possession of the illegal drug.
"(The administrator) inquired as to why Edmari (Sanders) had not told him it was there to which he advised he was afraid of the trouble he would get in," police said.
Johnson provided police with Hall's name and officers learned she was wanted on two warrants from Porter County and one from Lake County.
Both were taken to the Porter County jail and Hall faces charges of possessing paraphernalia and false informing, in addition to her existing cases, police said.
Johnson faces a charge of possessing marijuana.
Gallery: Recent arrests booked into the Porter County Jail
Tabitha Thompson
Arrest date: May 26, 2023
Age: 30
Residence: Michigan City, IN
Booking Number: 2302212
Charges: Possession of methamphetamine, felony
Brandon Miller
Arrest date: May 26, 2023
Age: 28
Residence: Westville, IN
Booking Number: 2302224
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Jamie Roman
Arrest date: May 26, 2023
Age: 24
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302214
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Niles Dilosa
Arrest date: May 26, 2023
Age: 25
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302213
Charges: OWI, felony
Bryan Brown
Arrest date: May 26, 2023
Age: 65
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number: 2302211
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Andrew Rudd
Arrest date: May 25, 2023
Age: 29
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302199
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Jed Saunders
Arrest date: May 25, 2023
Age: 43
Residence: Westville, IN
Booking Number: 2302202
Charges: OWI, felony
Jennifer Najera
Arrest date: May 25, 2023
Age: 37
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302210
Charges: OWI, felony
Timothy Petty
Arrest date: May 25, 2023
Age: 64
Residence: Indianapolis, IN
Booking Number: 2302198
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Alan Svitko
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 43
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number: 2302181
Charges: Possession hypodermic syringe or needle, felony
Malik Smith
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 26
Residence: New Windsor, NY
Booking Number: 2302187
Charges: Possession of cocaine or narcotic drug, felony
Jahmeel Perkins
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 26
Residence: Bridgeport, CT
Booking Number: 2302189
Charges: Possession of cocaine or narcotic drug, felony
Justin Singel
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 22
Residence: Hebron, IN
Booking Number: 2302173
Charges: Domestic battery, felony
Latasha Herrod
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 46
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302179
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
John Johnson
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 70
Residence: Chesterton, IN
Booking Number: 2302191
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Alicia Jordan
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 23
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302177
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Oralia DeLeon
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 65
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number: 2302175
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Nicholas Aubuchon
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 27
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number: 2302178
Charges: Possession of cocaine or narcotic drug, felony
Michael Clemons
Arrest date: May 24, 2023
Age: 22
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302174
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Adam Morrey
Arrest date: May 23, 2023
Age: 30
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302157
Charges: OWI, felony
Scott Vedo
Arrest date: May 23, 2023
Age: 57
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302156
Charges: Domestic battery, misdemeanor
Whitney Leonard
Arrest date: May 23, 2023
Age: 34
Residence: Chesterton, IN
Booking Number: 2302162
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Kelsie Figiel
Arrest date: May 23, 2023
Age: 30
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number: 2302170
Charges: Possession of cocaine or narcotic drug, felony
Heather Crisman
Arrest date: May 23, 2023
Age: 33
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number: 2302164
Charges: Theft, felony
Sheryl Deck
Arrest date: May 23, 2023
Age: 64
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number: 2302160
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Cortney Watson
Arrest date: May 22, 2023
Age: 23
Residence: Hanna, IN
Booking Number: 2302154
Charges: OWI, felony
Peter Ornelas
Arrest date: May 22, 2023
Age: 55
Residence: Porter, IN
Booking Number: 2302142
Charges: Domestic battery, felony
David Ramsey
Arrest date: May 22, 2023
Age: 18
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302137
Charges: Battery, misdemeanor
Erika Small
Arrest date: May 22, 2023
Age: 29
Residence: South Bend, IN
Booking Number: 2302144
Charges: Theft, felony
Alyssa Rivera
Arrest date: May 21, 2023
Age: 24
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302130
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Bree Snyder
Arrest date: May 21, 2023
Age: 32
Residence: Kouts, IN
Booking Number: 2302131
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Amy Goodpaster
Arrest date: May 21, 2023
Age: 40
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number: 2302126
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Angela Hertaus
Arrest date: May 21, 2023
Age: 45
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302132
Charges: OWI, felony
Ryan Corey
Arrest date: May 21, 2023
Age: 23
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302134
Charges: Sexual battery, felony
William Crowder
Arrest date: May 19, 2023
Age: 41
Residence: Fort Wayne, IN
Booking Number: 2302093
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Samuel Peck
Arrest date: May 19, 2023
Age: 27
Residence: Madison, IN
Booking Number: 2302110
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Daquon Butler
Arrest date: May 19, 2023
Age: 28
Residence: Chesterton, IN
Booking Number: 2302103
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Troy Worthington
Arrest date: May 19, 2023
Age: 44
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302109
Charges: Domestic battery, felony
Kevin Zaragoza
Arrest date: May 19, 2023
Age: 44
Residence: Hebron, IN
Booking Number: 2302097
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Drequain Burr
Arrest date: May 19, 2023
Age: 24
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number: 2302108
Charges: Domestic battery, felony
William Watkins
Arrest date: May 19, 2023
Age: 36
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302100
Charges: Residential entry, felony
Jack Tilden
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 21
Residence: Porter, IN
Booking Number: 2302117
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Keon Small
Arrest date: May 19, 2023
Age: 31
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number: 2302099
Charges: OWI, felony
Danko Savic
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 52
Residence: Arlington Heights, IL
Booking Number: 2302112
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Jason Neyhart
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 45
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number: 2302118
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Joanna Garner
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 38
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302114
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Victoria Johnson
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 39
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302111
Charges: Motor vehicle theft, felony
Terry Lewis
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 56
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number: 2302121
Charges: Possession of methamphetamine, felony
Thales Neves Pontes
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 29
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2302113
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Ezell Banks
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 47
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2302116
Charges: Intimidation, felony
Rebecca Benefield
Arrest date: May 20, 2023
Age: 19
Residence: Westville, IN
Booking Number: 2302120
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Be the first to know
Get local news delivered to your inbox! | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/crime-courts/report-of-suspicious-people-lurking-around-overnight-lands-two-behind-bars-portage-cops-say/article_d3fc84e8-0135-11ee-9df6-736835ab039c.html | 2023-06-02T12:17:33 | 0 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/crime-courts/report-of-suspicious-people-lurking-around-overnight-lands-two-behind-bars-portage-cops-say/article_d3fc84e8-0135-11ee-9df6-736835ab039c.html |
The fast winds, rapid rainfall, and huge storm surges of hurricanes make this natural disaster responsible for many deaths and millions of dollars worth of damage each year. Capable of triggering flash floods, mudslides, and tornadoes, even weak hurricanes can cause extensive destruction to property, infrastructure, and crops. Other hurricanes remain at sea and never make landfall, limiting the destruction they cause. Advancements in technology, particularly satellite imaging, have greatly improved warnings and advisories that prompted live-saving evacuations. But not all lives can be spared.
Also known as tropical cyclones, hurricanes are large, wet storms with high winds that form over warm water. Hurricane season in the Atlantic Basin—the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, and the Caribbean Sea—runs from June 1 to Nov. 30 each year, though some hurricanes do form outside of this season. Many tropical storms are produced on an average year, though not all reach the strength of hurricanes.
Hurricanes are rated using the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale. Category 1 hurricanes have the lowest wind speeds at 74-95 miles per hour, and Category 5 hurricanes have the strongest winds at 157 miles per hour or higher. Storms that are Category 3 and above are considered major hurricanes.
Hurricanes and other weather disasters have become more reliably destructive in recent years. There were 21 named storms and seven hurricanes during the 2021 Atlantic hurricane season, with four of those seven hurricanes considered major. 2021 marked "the sixth consecutive above-normal Atlantic hurricane season," according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. NOAA predicted another above-average season for 2022, a forecast already coming true.
Some hurricane seasons are worse than others. In 1920, the strongest hurricane was a Category 2 storm that killed one person in Louisiana. Others are devastating and destroy entire cities. Hurricane Katrina, an infamous storm that struck the U.S. in 2005, delivered lasting damage to New Orleans and cost the country over $100 billion.
Stacker obtained hurricane data, updated in 2021, from the NOAA's Atlantic Oceanic and Meteorological Laboratory. A list of notable events or facts from each year was compiled from news, scientific, and government reports. Read on to learn about the noteworthy tropical storms and hurricanes from the year you were born.
You may also like: How to prepare for 15 types of emergencies | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/weather/weather-forecast-northwest-indiana-hammond-gary-valparaiso-crown-point-chicago/article_06e7473c-0080-11ee-865d-7b1d3bdcc043.html | 2023-06-02T12:17:37 | 1 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/weather/weather-forecast-northwest-indiana-hammond-gary-valparaiso-crown-point-chicago/article_06e7473c-0080-11ee-865d-7b1d3bdcc043.html |
ROUND ROCK, Texas — Payton Washington, one of the Texas cheerleaders who was shot in the parking lot of an Elgin H-E-B in April, has graduated high school.
Washington sat down for an interview with "Good Morning America" co-anchor Michael Strahan, where she spoke out for the first time since the attack that left her in critical condition.
Just after midnight on April 18, Washington and three of her fellow Woodlands Elite Cheer Company teammates were on their way back home to Central Texas after practice in the Houston area.
In the parking lot of the Elgin H-E-B, one of Washington's teammates, Heather Roth, opened the door of a vehicle that she thought was hers. A man, later identified as Pedro Tello Rodriguez Jr., was in the passenger seat.
Roth said she got out of the car and went back to her friend's vehicle. Authorities say Rodriguez allegedly approached the vehicle and when Roth rolled down the window to apologize, he opened fire. He injured Roth and shot Washington three times.
Washington told Strahan she acted on instinct in the moment.
"I turned immediately with my blanket," she said. "I didn't know where it was coming from or anything, but it being so loud that my ears were ringing, I knew to turn and do something."
As the cheerleaders drove off, Washington told Strahan that she was having trouble breathing and realized she had been shot.
Rodriguez allegedly fled the scene but was later arrested at his home. He has since been charged with deadly conduct, a third-degree felony. He is currently released on bail and has yet to enter a plea, according to Good Morning America.
Washington was helicoptered to a hospital near Austin in critical condition. She told Strahan that her spleen was shattered, her stomach and diaphragm each had two holes in them and doctors had to remove a lobe from her pancreas. In all, she had 32 staples.
Prior to the shooting, Washington had recently been accepted to Baylor University, set to join the school's acrobatics and tumbling team in the fall. Going from that to having difficulty doing simple things like standing alone has been challenging, Washington said.
“It was hard … hurting to walk or stand is really weird when, a week before, you were doing a bunch of flips, running the track, and doing long jump, and all this stuff,” Washington told Strahan.
But now she is moving forward. Just five weeks after the shooting, she joined her friends at graduation from Stony Point High School in Round Rock.
“You can literally do anything if you push and you persevere,” she told Strahan. “Don't doubt yourself ever because you can do anything as long as you're putting your 120% into it.” | https://www.kvue.com/article/news/local/cheerleader-shot-elgin-graduates-high-school/269-564d5882-2ecc-46c1-a875-7fd6d0f6cfdd | 2023-06-02T12:22:22 | 1 | https://www.kvue.com/article/news/local/cheerleader-shot-elgin-graduates-high-school/269-564d5882-2ecc-46c1-a875-7fd6d0f6cfdd |
GREENSBORO — The Guilford County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved giving a Winston-Salem company more than $15 million in incentives on Thursday night.
ProKidney LLC plans to create 330 new jobs over five years and build a $458 million facility by 2027, said Marvin Price of the Greensboro Chamber of Commerce.
The average salary would be $74,646, with no new job paying less than $15 an hour.
The company, which currently has 80 employees, is a late clinical-stage cellular therapeutics company focused on chronic kidney disease.
“ProKidney manufactures cell therapy products that uses a patient's own cells to restore damaged kidney tissue by engrafting into, repairing or replacing damaged tissue and organs,” Price said.
He noted the jobs would provide opportunities for graduates of N.C. A&T, High Point University and other local schools. The new facility would be located off Greenbourne Drive in Greensboro.
People are also reading…
The company also is considering sites in Providence, Rhode Island; College Station, Texas; Boston and San Diego, Price said.
The company said in its first-quarter earnings report on May 11 that it had cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities totaling $463.7 million as of March 31 — just $5.7 million more than its capital investment pledge.
County Manager Michael Halford said once the company fulfills its part of the agreement, the county would pay out the incentives over ten years in the form of grants.
The city of Greensboro also has a public hearing Tuesday evening to consider incentives of more than $13 million for the company.
The company would be eligible for an additional $250 incentive per job from the city for any new employee whose permanent address is located in an Impact Zone or who is hired through NCWorks Career Centers.
ProKidney is likely to also receive incentives from the state. | https://greensboro.com/business/local/guilford-prokidney-incentives-jobs/article_6574f404-0100-11ee-88db-efddf4fb57cf.html | 2023-06-02T12:35:20 | 0 | https://greensboro.com/business/local/guilford-prokidney-incentives-jobs/article_6574f404-0100-11ee-88db-efddf4fb57cf.html |
As a wildfire continued to burn in Ocean County, New Jersey, the smoky conditions contributed to the closure of a miles of the Garden State Parkway just as folks head to the Jersey Shore for the weekend.
The New Jersey Turnpike Authority -- which operates the Garden State Parkway -- announced Friday morning just after 5:30 that the combination of wildfire smoke from the Allen Road Wildfire in the Bass River State Forest and dense fog led to the closure of the GSP between the Atlantic City Expressway (Exit 38) and NJ 72 (Exit 63).
As of 7:15 a.m., NJ 511 tweeted that northbound and southbound traffic was being diverted from the GSP.
Get Philly local news, weather forecasts, sports and entertainment stories to your inbox. Sign up for NBC Philadelphia newsletters.
The GSP is a critical road for people accessing Jersey Shore points. No word yet when traffic might return to normal. In the meantime, adjacent U.S. Route 9 could be used as an alternate through parts of the closure.
Stafford police tweeted Friday morning that due to the GSP closure that traffic was being diverted on Route 72. They warned drivers to expect delays.
This all comes as firefighters make progress in containing a massive wildfire that has burned thousands of acres of a New Jersey forest and at one point threatened buildings.
As of 5 p.m. Thursday, the Allen Road Wildfire in Ocean County's Bass River State Forest was 50% contained after burning 5,000 acres.
Firefighters first responded to the blaze Wednesday afternoon at 4:45 p.m. The fire was initially burning in only several dozen acres, but quickly spread.
At least six homes were threatened by the flames and evacuated and the Timberline Campground was evacuated, the forest fire service said. In total, about 40 people were evacuated.
As of Thursday evening, Allen Road and Oswego Road remained closed as well as Stage Road between North Maple Avenue and Rt. 679 and Route 679 between Rt. 563 and Leaktown Road.
While zero residential structures were threatened as of late Thursday, the Timberline Campground and the Batona Trail in Bass River State Forest remained closed.
Fire officials expected the battle against the blaze to take some time to fully contain.
The smoke from the Allen Road Fire was blowing over other parts of New Jersey and Delaware, adding to an already rough air quality due to Canadian wildfire smoke.
This is the latest wildfire to strike the Garden State amid a stretch of mostly dry weather.
Sign up for our Breaking newsletter to get the most urgent news stories in your inbox. | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/bass-river-wildfire-garden-state-parkway/3577854/ | 2023-06-02T12:38:21 | 1 | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/bass-river-wildfire-garden-state-parkway/3577854/ |
ROCKWALL, Texas — Six families have filed a lawsuit against a North Texas school district, alleging that an "unauthorized program" allowed a sixth-grade boy access to a kindergarten classroom, where he's accused of sexually assaulting girls.
The lawsuit against the Rockwall Independent School District states the incidents happened during the 2021-2022 school year at Amy Parks-Heath Elementary School
According to the lawsuit, a program set up by the school's principal, Lindy Lewis, had allowed sixth graders from Cain Middle School into kindergarten classrooms to help the younger students with reading and math.
The parents of the kindergarteners were not made aware that sixth graders would be interacting with their students, according the lawsuit. The suit states that the program happened over the course of "many months."
"These parents were under the impression that their kids were safe in school, as they trusted [Rockwall ISD] and relied on the representations of Amy Parks-Heath as being an exceptional campus," the lawsuit stated.
The sexual assault reports began in April 2022, according to the suit, after a kindergarten boy told his father about what he witnessed happened to a girl. The assault was reported to the students' teacher, Ashley Rankin, the lawsuit states.
Rankin then began reporting the alleged incidents to school officials and had sought help on how to address them, according to the lawsuit. She, along with officials, learned that multiple girls had been allegedly sexually assaulted by the same sixth grader, the lawsuit states.
According to the lawsuit, after the sixth grader was questioned and admitted to the incidents, the district's human resources director, Mark Speck, "insisted that the perpetrator board the same bus home that day with some of the kindergarten girls that the sixth grader admitted to sexually assaulting."
The lawsuit states that the sixth grader was also allowed back onto the campus for a picnic event.
The families in the lawsuit accuse the school of trying to cover up the incidents by allowing "the perpetrator to continue roaming freely even after Rankin had sounded the alarm bells that she needed help," along with not letting parents know about what happened.
Rankin was forced to resign as a teacher at the school, according to the lawsuit.
While the lawsuit states that at least five girls reported sexual assaults, plaintiffs do not know the total number of girls who may have been abused, according to the families' attorneys from Simon Greenstone Panatier, PC and Fortenberry Firm PLLC.
The attorneys said the sixth grader has been prosecuted by the Rockwall County District Attorney's Office.
The families in the lawsuit are seeking a jury trial.
WFAA reached out to Rockwall ISD for a comment but has not heard back. | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/lawsuit-against-rockwall-isd-alleges-6th-grader-sexually-assaulted-kindergarten-girls-unauthorized-program/287-ec46a691-b607-4c18-952d-dd975603223c | 2023-06-02T12:44:05 | 1 | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/lawsuit-against-rockwall-isd-alleges-6th-grader-sexually-assaulted-kindergarten-girls-unauthorized-program/287-ec46a691-b607-4c18-952d-dd975603223c |
The Idaho Manufacturing Alliance is conducting a survey in partnership with the Idaho Department of Commerce to assess the health and current landscape of the Idaho manufacturing industry supply chain.
They are asking representatives of manufacturing businesses to participate in a survey to increase understanding of opportunities, needs, barriers, and other issues affecting the growth and resiliency of Idaho’s manufacturing sector.
Responses to this survey are crucial to help the state build a manufacturing sector strategic plan.
This project is funded through the U.S. Economic Development Administration and all reports will be available to the public.
The report will include the current landscape, as well as scenarios for increasing supply chain efficiencies in Idaho in terms of costs, benefits, feasibility, risks, and tradeoffs.
People are also reading…
Once completed, the final assessment and strategic plan will be available from the Idaho Manufacturing Alliance website. | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/business/supply-chain-survey-seeks-to-assess-idahos-manufacturing-trends/article_80946158-0091-11ee-9188-9bf414654bb9.html | 2023-06-02T12:50:23 | 0 | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/business/supply-chain-survey-seeks-to-assess-idahos-manufacturing-trends/article_80946158-0091-11ee-9188-9bf414654bb9.html |
The Jerome County Sheriff’s Office will conduct a free boat safety course at 2 p.m. June 10 at 2151 South Tiger Drive in Jerome.
To sign up or for more information, contact Lt. Craig Kingsland at 208-595-3310 or email him at ckingsland@co.jerome.idaho.us. | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/jerome-sheriffs-office-plans-boat-safety-course/article_23c53e90-0099-11ee-aae4-eb7bee017700.html | 2023-06-02T12:50:29 | 1 | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/jerome-sheriffs-office-plans-boat-safety-course/article_23c53e90-0099-11ee-aae4-eb7bee017700.html |
The police officer who shot two dogs that were loose on Interstate 84 on Saturday has been put on administrative leave while an independent investigation is conducted, police say.
The Heyburn Police Department issued a news release Thursday to announce that a neighboring law enforcement agency will conduct an investigation of the incident.
The initial press release issued by the department said that officers determined that the dogs posed a threat to motorists’ safety.
The release did not state the officer’s name or the specific agency that is conducting the investigation, but said the agency will determine whether there were any violations of law or violations of the Heyburn Police Department policy and procedures.
“Upon completion, their findings will be presented to Chief (Ryan) Bertalotto for further action if appropriate, and to determine if the officers’ actions were appropriate and/or reasonable in the best possible service to the Heyburn community,” the release said.
People are also reading…
The release said that the police department’s relationship with the community is its “top priority” and pledged to provide the investigation’s conclusions to residents “with full transparency.”
Bertalotto didn’t return a phone call from the Times-News.
The shooting sparked outrage among many people who viewed a video shot by Stephanie Carsner of Declo while others on social media have defended the police officer’s actions.
Carsner, through social media, said the incident is an example of animal cruelty and is encouraging people to speak out.
An animal rescuer, Carsner said she had permission from an Idaho State Police officer to capture the animals before they were shot.
She hopes to place the item on the agenda of the next city council, but Mayor Dick Galbraith said he wouldn’t consent to that as long as the matter is under investigation. He said the investigation should take about a week.
“Personally, I feel very bad that this happened at all,” Galbraith told the Times-News on Thursday.
He said he understands why many people are upset by the incident, as many pet owners regard their pets part of the family. He said he has been in contact with the dogs’ owners and they ask that people respect their privacy. | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/officer-put-on-leave-investigation-underway-after-dogs-shot-on-i-84/article_00c5a3a2-00c2-11ee-b640-c36c2dc4acd1.html | 2023-06-02T12:50:35 | 0 | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/officer-put-on-leave-investigation-underway-after-dogs-shot-on-i-84/article_00c5a3a2-00c2-11ee-b640-c36c2dc4acd1.html |
Subsets and Splits
No community queries yet
The top public SQL queries from the community will appear here once available.