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The New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association has rescheduled state championship events because of the impact of the smoke from Canadian wildfires.
The state track and field championships at Franklin and Delsea Regional high schools will now be held Saturday as a one-day meet, the NJSIAA announced Thursday. The competition will begin at 9:30 a.m. The meets were scheduled to be held Friday and Saturday. Tickets purchased for Friday and Saturday will be good for Saturday.
The NJSIAA also said that state Non-Public baseball finals have been moved from Thursday to Friday at Veterans Park in Hamilton Township, Mercer County. The Non-Public B game will be played at 4 p.m. followed by the Non-Public A contest at 7.
All other state championship events are on as scheduled. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/sports/local/highschool/state-track-and-field-and-non-public-baseball-championships-rescheduled-due-to-smoke/article_4b09a44c-061f-11ee-b4df-a7ba65d61606.html | 2023-06-08T18:30:35 | 1 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/sports/local/highschool/state-track-and-field-and-non-public-baseball-championships-rescheduled-due-to-smoke/article_4b09a44c-061f-11ee-b4df-a7ba65d61606.html |
DALLAS (KDAF) — All throughout the month of June we are nationally celebrating pride!
Dallas’ Art District is partnering up with three museums – the Crow Museum of Asian Art of The University of Texas at Dallas, Dallas Museum of Art, and the Nasher Sculpture Center for a night you don’t want to miss.
The night will be filled with local artists, gourmet food, community mural and other family-friendly activities. “The museums will host programming in their spaces that will feature a variety of events, concerts, films, informational tables, and guided tours. Don’t miss this in-person opportunity to uplift and celebrate Pride, through the lens of the arts, for the entire community with our Pride Block Party!,” Dallas Art District said.
For more information and complete lineup of events and activities, click here. | https://cw33.com/news/local/celebrate-pride-at-the-2023-dallas-art-district-pride-block-party/ | 2023-06-08T18:33:43 | 0 | https://cw33.com/news/local/celebrate-pride-at-the-2023-dallas-art-district-pride-block-party/ |
TEXAS, USA — As we begin to enter the hot summer months, it's important to remind ourselves of the extreme dangers that Texas heat brings.
This article is going to focus primarily on the facts surrounding hot car deaths and children in Texas, as well as steps everyone can take to diminish the number.
First, we have to understand what can happen to a child's body when left in an unbearable condition such as a hot car.
According to the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), when a child is left alone in a car, they can experience hyperthermia or heatstroke. This occurs when the child's body temperature gets so hot that it can no longer cool itself down.
Hyperthermia in children can happen really fast as a child's body can heat up three to five times faster than an adult's, according to DSHS.
Pair that with the temperatures inside of a car growing exponentially and it can spell disaster in a matter of minutes.
According to DSHS, the unfortunate and tragic reality is that Texas leads the U.S. in hot car deaths among children and heat stroke is the leading cause of non-crash related deaths in children under 15.
Now that we know some facts, let's look at some ways to avoid these tragic incidents.
The DSHS says that parents or guardians should never leave a child alone in or around a car, and should make it a routine to check the front and the back seat every time they leave the car.
It's also important to note that it is illegal in Texas to knowingly leave a child younger than the age of seven in a car unattended for longer than five minutes, according to Penal Code Chapter 22.10.
According to DSHS, it can also be very beneficial for parents or guardians to teach children to never play in or around cars and to call 911 if you come across an unattended child in or around a car.
The DSHS offers multiple resources for hyperthermia, heat stroke and hot car death prevention. If you would like to browse and sign up for reminders, visit here.
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EVERETT, Wash. — A Seattle man is warning other drivers about gas theft after he went hiking with some friends on Saturday morning and came back Sunday night to an empty tank.
Avid hiker and adventurer Mitch Pittman said he parked in the South Everett Park and Ride in the morning to carpool with a group of friends.
It's not clear when thieves got to his SUV but on Sunday night his gas gauge was already empty and he figured he was siphoned.
It was not until he managed to get to the Chevron on 112th Street East to fill up that he noticed the gas going straight through and spilling on the ground.
"I heard gas just pouring out of the bottom and I was like, they drilled a hole," Pittman said.
KING 5 spoke with a gas station manager who confirmed Pittman was the second person to have the same issue this week.
He said he was lucky he was not at a trailhead and could at least get to a gas station, but still, the theft shocked him.
"I know that a lot of folks are having hard times and gas is really expensive too, so I figured it was stolen, but I had no idea people would go to this length to drill a hole in the gas tank to get it," Pittman said.
Gas prices in Washington may be down about $1 a gallon compared to last year, but Everett police said gas thefts are still a nuisance for drivers. Gas thefts have been a consistent problem but more so 5-6 months ago, although it's not clear how many cases of drilling and stealing there have been.
Police encourage drivers to park in a secure lot if they can and to park in a well-lit area.
Pittman said he managed to patch up the whole and file a police report for insurance, but the theft has him rethinking where he parks for his next hike.
"This is my first time parking at that park and ride, but we go to plenty of others on the way to Rainier or Snoqualmie Pass, so it's definitely pretty normal," Pittman said. "But I'll definitely be rethinking that now." | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/seattle-man-warns-drivers-thieves-drill-hole-gas-tank/281-4bef1342-c6cd-4c78-85be-74b42245e89e | 2023-06-08T18:43:43 | 0 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/seattle-man-warns-drivers-thieves-drill-hole-gas-tank/281-4bef1342-c6cd-4c78-85be-74b42245e89e |
BEAVERTON, Ore. — The Washington County Sheriff's Office is warning the public about the possibility of a particularly dangerous batch of fentanyl circulating on the streets following a string of 15 overdoses across the county in the past five days, four of which were fatal.
Seven of the overdoses, including one fatality, were in Beaverton, and another of the fatal overdoses was in Hillsboro. The other seven overdoses, including two fatalities, were in unincorporated areas of the county, according to a Thursday news release from the sheriff's office.
Fentanyl is suspected in all of the cases. The spate of overdoses could indicate the presence of a batch of fentanyl that is exceptionally dangerous, and users should be aware of that possibility, the sheriff's office said, although the office did not include any other details about the suspected batch.
Each overdose drew a response from either the sheriff's office or the Beaverton or Hillsboro police departments. All of the cases are being investigated by the Westside Interagency Narcotics Team and the Washington County Medical Examiner.
Portland police issued a similar warning last month after the city saw eight suspected overdose deaths in one weekend, six of which were likely due to fentanyl. Police said the culprit in some of those cases may have been a blend of cocaine and fentanyl that the uses mistakenly believed was pure cocaine.
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HARRISBURG, Pa. — Pennsylvanians are being warned of a "sophisticated" rental scam.
According to Attorney General Michelle Henry, scammers are using fake ads and altering existing, legitimate ads to obtain personal information, security deposits and rent payments of victims.
Scammers reportedly take ads from legitimate rental companies or real estate listings and alter the ad by changing the contact information or hacking the actual realtor's email account.
Some scammers will place ads for properties that are not on the market.
The scammer can then obtain personal information from an interested consumer during the "application process" and they may even illegally collect payments.
“We are approaching summertime and that means college students heading to school in the fall will need to make living arrangements, so beware of these fraudulent listings that appear to be the real thing,” Attorney General Henry said. “If a landlord refuses to meet in person and show the property, that is usually a strong indicator of a scam.”
Here are some tips to best protect yourself:
- Being wary if you cannot physically see the property.
- Confirming with whom you are dealing.
- Not wiring payments for application, security deposit, or first month’s rent.
- Not purchasing gift cards for payment.
- Not providing your Social Security number without verifying with whom you are dealing | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/pennsylvanians-warned-sophisticated-rental-scams/521-20553f61-20c3-4a0a-b5fd-6ad32079df4c | 2023-06-08T19:03:13 | 0 | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/pennsylvanians-warned-sophisticated-rental-scams/521-20553f61-20c3-4a0a-b5fd-6ad32079df4c |
WAVERLY – A contractor will work on traffic signals on Fourth Street Southwest in Waverly during the week of June 12.
During this work, signals may operate in a flashing status.
Cities With the Highest Rental Vacancy Rates
Cities With the Highest Rental Vacancy Rates
The US rental vacancy rate has been steadily declining since the Great Recession
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15. Oklahoma City, OK
14. Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
13. New Orleans-Metairie, LA
12. Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta, GA
11. Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN
10. Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
9. Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX
8. Raleigh-Cary, NC
7. Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson, IN
6. Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR
5. North Port-Sarasota-Bradenton, FL
4. Birmingham-Hoover, AL
3. Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
2. Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD
1. Charleston-North Charleston, SC
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CEDAR FALLS — A recent parking incident has led the city to consider reforming its permit system for downtown municipal lots.
The City Council voted 4-3 on Monday to look into residential parking permits for those lots. That would allow people who show proof of residency in the area to keep their vehicles in the lots all the time instead of only 48 hours.
Councilmembers Susan deBuhr, Dustin Ganfield and Kelly Dunn opposed the motion.
Staff will likely come back with more details and options for new rules before the end of the year in response to Councilmember Simon’s Harding proposal.
Right now, the number of individual permits available for a particular lot is capped at 20% of the spaces there. They can be purchased by people for $35 per month but vehicles can remain parked in one spot for no more than 48 consecutive hours.
According to the city, the 48-hour ordinance was adopted in October 2019 because of certain issues with mostly residents leaving their vehicles in the lots for extended periods of time, concerning residents and business owners about available spaces and making it challenging for snow removal.
How many people this change would impact was not immediately known by city staff.
The 48-hour ordinance is notably “easier” to enforce and more complaints often are filed during snow storms, leading the city to often put out reminders of the limit. Vehicles that don’t move interfere with snowplows and salt trucks attempting to remove snow in public right-of-ways.
Monday’s discussion came after Julie Shimek, downtown resident and owner of Vintage Iron Co., 104 Main St., earlier this year publicly made a parking complaint known publicly. Her vehicle had been towed in January from the Second Street East Lot because of allegedly having been in violation of the rule while out of town.
Shimek’s case was dismissed and her payment for the tow was reimbursed. The city ultimately indicated “there was no violation that could be cited pursuantly to the current city code.”
She and Dawn Wilson, another downtown resident and owner of Cup of Joe, 102 E. Main St., were present Monday to voice their support for the proposed change.
The clerk’s office and parking division recommended sticking with the current ordinance. However, they left open the possibility of “a temporary long-term parking” option when needed where residents could “pay an additional cost per day thru a separate application process.”
Twenty-five citations have been issued in more than three years. Vehicles are generally parked for at least 72 to 96 hours before they’re towed, but that’s a rare occurrence unless a complaint has been filed or it’s obvious they haven’t been moved.
Change in policy
The council also addressed a possible change to policy following the handling of the controversial LGBTQIA+ Month proclamation in May. Mayor Rob Green initially said he wouldn’t sign it and then changed his mind following an outcry from supporters of the declaration.
The council votes on all proclamations, per a recent change to policy. However, members supported the idea of City Attorney Kevin Rogers coming back with language that removes their involvement in proclamations.
Green takes issue with his office administering the declarations because his reading of city code indicates it is not directly given the responsibility – with the exception of emergency declarations, an authority under state code.
“Special presentations” are an allowable event as part of any meeting agenda. As the meeting’s presiding officer who sets the agenda, councilmembers note he could bring awareness to certain topics that way as opposed to proclamations. Still, the council would have some level of involvement because of its majority power to overrule him on any proposed agenda items.
In other business, the council unanimously approved:
Conveying 2.15 acres of city-owned land, at the corner of Production Drive and Technology Parkway in its industrial park, to Adam Haynes, owner of Bitcoin mining company Simple Mining. Construction of a new 9,600-square-foot building is planned after the company outgrew space it leased at 2412 Waterloo Road.
Reappointments of Donna Mallin and Julie Kliegl to the Human Rights Commission as well as Alan Stalnaker and Erik Blanchard to the Parks & Recreation Commission.
The resignation of Kendra Wohlert from the Art & Culture Board.
An agreement with Peters Construction Corporation for $40,958 to rebuild the damaged wall at Pheasant Ridge Golf Course Pro Shop on the southwestern end of the building by Oct. 21.
Cities With the Highest Rental Vacancy Rates
Cities With the Highest Rental Vacancy Rates
The US rental vacancy rate has been steadily declining since the Great Recession
Over half of renter households spend at least 30 percent of their income on rent
States in the South and Midwest have the highest rental vacancy rates
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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Johnson City Virtual Academy will no longer operate after a decision was made by the Johnson City Board of Education Monday night.
A release from the school district states that due to declining interest and enrollment, the virtual academy will be resolved. When the online school began in the 2021-2022 school year, Johnson City Schools reports there were 160 students enrolled. However, heading into the upcoming school year, only 23 middle school and 60 high school students were enrolled.
Johnson City Schools leaders stressed that an online option will still be available to families in the school district through Pearson.
The Pearson model allows students to still be enrolled in Johnson City Schools and provides certified teachers for online instruction. The school district will also have a “student success coordinator” based out of Topper Academy to be available to aid families using the Pearson option.
“We believe that this new proposed path could actually expand options for families while also bringing students back under the Liberty Bell Middle School and Science Hill High School umbrellas,” said Johnson City Schools Supervisor of Secondary and Instructional Technology David Timbs in the release. “The Pearson Virtual Option is both efficient in terms of cost and allows us to maintain personal contact and control with our students who will remain our students and not be enrolled in an online academy.” | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/johnson-city-schools-dissolves-virtual-academy-online-pearson-option-available/ | 2023-06-08T19:13:02 | 0 | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/johnson-city-schools-dissolves-virtual-academy-online-pearson-option-available/ |
Well-known Wisconsin polka musician Steve Meisner dies at 62, ending prolific career
Steve Meisner, one of Wisconsin's best-known polka musicians, died June 1 at age 62 shortly after being diagnosed with cancer.
As part of the band that carried his name, Meisner, a lifelong Whitewater resident, entertained audiences at festivals across the state with his accordion and polka tunes. He worked to keep the genre current by infusing polka classics with his own, updated sound, which he called "Meisner style."
Meisner picked up an accordion at age 5 and never stopped playing, said his longtime friend and bandmate, Don Hunjadi of Wind Lake.
Inspired by his father, Verne Meisner, who was a famous polka band leader in his own right, Meisner dedicated his life to polka music, never considering another career.
"He worked one or two days for a different employer and came home and said, 'I'm never doing that again,'" Hunjadi said.
Meisner played events like Polish Fest, Wisconsin State Fair and dozens of other county fairs, church festivals and parades. His band also regularly performed at several local German beer halls, beer gardens and bars. At his career's peak, Meisner had as many as 250 engagements booked in a year, Hunjadi said.
Sometimes, venue organizers would ask Meisner's band to wear lederhosen. He'd refuse, saying he'd worked his whole life to combat the corny stereotypes of polka music.
"He was always trying to not let polkas be the butt of the joke, or the accordion be the butt of the joke," Hunjadi said. "He would say, 'good music is good music. And if you've got a good player and a good band, people will enjoy it.'"
The band played the polka classics — injected with Meisner's signature style to keep them fresh — but he was "just as good singing Johnny Cash or Neil Diamond or Billy Joel," Hunjadi said. He was a versatile musician who also played the trumpet, tuba, bass guitar, drums and banjo, according to his obituary.
Meisner produced or created nearly 50 projects in his career, including CDs, jingles and commercials, and his music is found in two full-length movies and a short film. Recordings of some of his music are kept in the Library of Congress archives, including a 2010 performance at the American Folklife Center.
For his dedication to keeping polka music alive, he was inducted in 2019 into the International Polka Hall of Fame.
"I've made my living making people happy," he told the Daily Jefferson County Union newspaper at the time. "You go to your gig, and you do your best to make everyone happy."
Meisner had a sizable following, and fans often attended his shows at summer festivals and parades as yearly traditions. He was always gracious, Hunjadi said, stopping to chat with audience members and remembering who they were.
Recently, Meisner had been playing through pain he attributed to sciatica. After a two-hour performance on May 21, he went to the hospital, where he learned he had stage-four cancer that had spread throughout his body.
Just 11 days after his final show, Meisner died.
"The shock is beyond anything you can imagine," Hunjadi said.
More:What to know about Milwaukee's Polish Fest, one of the city's longest-running ethnic festivals
His band is booked through February, and its members are committed to playing each gig in his honor. The Steve Meisner Band's first performance since Meisner's death is Friday at Polish Fest.
"We are confident this is exactly what Steve would want as he has committed to entertaining audiences as his life’s work since he was a teenager," his family said in a statement on Facebook.
Meisner is survived by his wife, Barb, his three children, Whitney, Lindsey and Austin, his six grandchildren and other relatives. There will not be an immediate funeral service, but a public celebration of Meisner's life will be held sometime in the summer, his family said. | https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/local/2023/06/08/wisconsin-polka-musician-accordion-player-steve-meisner-dies-at-62/70301582007/ | 2023-06-08T19:13:15 | 1 | https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/local/2023/06/08/wisconsin-polka-musician-accordion-player-steve-meisner-dies-at-62/70301582007/ |
Golf course rankings: See which Flagler County courses made Golfweek's Florida Top 30
Golfweek ranks Florida's best 30 public access golf courses in 2023
Whether you are a Top-10 player on the PGA Tour or a weekend hacker, one of the attractions of the game of golf is getting to play different golf courses. People living in Florida or visiting the Sunshine State can never be disappointed by the numerous golf course options.
Florida is also a mecca for some of the very best golf courses in the country and the world. Many of these courses are off-limits because of their private membership status or they are in gated communities and not open for public play.
When it comes to playing what are considered elite, high-end courses, Golfweek makes it a little easier by ranking the best public access courses in the U.S. That includes a list for each state.
Florida had 30 courses on this year's list, including two in Flagler County: Hammock Beach Resort (Ocean) and Hammock Beach Resort (Conservatory) courses in Palm Coast were ranked at No. 10 and 11, respectively.
Golfweek uses a nationwide network of raters to compile the rankings.
According to Golfweek's website, the hundreds of members of its course-ratings panel continually evaluate courses and rate them on 10 criteria on a points basis of 1 through 10. They also file a single, overall rating on each course. Those overall ratings are averaged to produce all our Golfweek’s Best course rankings.
What are the best public-access golf courses in Florida?
The courses on this list, according to Golfweek, allow public access in some fashion, be it standard daily green fees, through a resort or by staying at an affiliated hotel. If there’s a will, there’s a tee time – no membership required. (There are a handful of courses on this list that some players might consider to be private, but they do allow non-hosted, non-member guest play in some limited form, normally through a local hotel or similar arrangement.)
Here are the Florida golf course rankings for 2023:
1. TPC Sawgrass (Players Stadium)
Ponte Vedra Beach
2. Streamsong (Red)
Bowling Green
3. Streamsong (Blue)
Bowling Green
4. Streamsong (Black)
Bowling Green
5. Bay Hill Club and Lodge
Orlando
6. Trump National Doral Miami (Blue Monster)
Miami
7. PGA National Resort (Champion)
Palm Beach Gardens
8. Innisbrook (Copperhead)
Tarpon Springs
9. Camp Creek
Watersound
10. Hammock Beach Resort (Ocean)
Palm Coast
11. Hammock Beach Resort (Conservatory)
Palm Coast
12. JW Marriott Miami Turnberry (Soffer)
Aventura
13. Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort (Burnt Pine)
Miramar Beach
14. JW Marriott Marco Island (Hammock Bay)
Naples
T15. Southern Dunes
Haines City
T15. Juliette Falls
Dunnellon
17. PGA Golf Club (Wanamaker)
Port St. Lucie
18. TPC Sawgrass (Dye’s Valley)
Ponte Vedra Beach
19. PGA Golf Club (Dye)
Port St. Lucie
20. Orange County National (Panther Lake)
Winter Garden
21. Omni Amelia Island Resort (Oak Marsh)
Fernandina Beach
T22. Club at Ibis (Heritage)
West Palm Beach
T22. Orange County National (Crooked Cat)
Winter Garden
24. Trump National Doral Miami (Golden Palm)
Miami
T25. Crandon Park
Key Biscayne
T25. Ponte Vedra Inn & Club (Ocean)
Ponte Vedra Beach
27. World Golf Village (King & Bear)
St. Augustine
28. Kelly Plantation
Destin
T29. Gasparilla Inn & Club
Boca Grande
T29. The Breakers (Rees Jones)
West Palm Beach
Staff Writer Jim Abbott contributed to this story. | https://www.news-journalonline.com/story/news/local/flagler/2023/06/08/see-which-flagler-county-courses-made-golfweeks-top-30-in-florida/70302280007/ | 2023-06-08T19:14:19 | 0 | https://www.news-journalonline.com/story/news/local/flagler/2023/06/08/see-which-flagler-county-courses-made-golfweeks-top-30-in-florida/70302280007/ |
SAN ANTONIO — A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for San Antonio and other cities surrounding Bexar County until 7 p.m. Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.
Isolated and scattered thunderstorms are possible Thursday afternoon until sundown. Parts of Bexar County and the Hill Country are under a Slight Risk for severe weather by the Storm Prediction Center.
Hazards include damaging winds greater than 60 mph, hail, and locally heavy downpours. Remember when thunder roars go indoors.
This is a developing weather event. Refresh the page for the latest updates.
SEVERE WEATHER 101
When severe weather threatens the area, it is important to know what risks a storm can bring and what you should do to stay safe.
One of the most important things to know is where you are located on a map, so when a watch or warning is put into place, you can identify if you are at risk. When the National Weather Service puts out warnings, they are county-based and sometimes include cities as well. It is important to know where you live in the county and that you can identify it on a map.
It is also important to know the difference between a watch and a warning. A watch means that conditions are favorable for something to happen, but a warning means that something has developed and it is important to take action.
So, what would cause a thunderstorm to be qualified as a "severe" thunderstorm?
Hail that is one inch large is also considered to be about the size of a quarter.
Another ingredient that would lead to a storm becoming severe is if winds are 58 mph or greater.
Winds at this strength could cause damage to roofs and could even cause trees to be knocked down.
Finally, if a tornado is present inside a thunderstorm it would qualify the storm as becoming severe.
In this instance, a tornado warning would be issued.
A tornado watch can be issued for an area if strong storms are expected, and if the storms bring the risk for tornadoes, but not all storms include the threat for tornadoes. The ingredients in the atmosphere for a tornado to form are not always there when storms are present.
If the area you are in is ever under a tornado warning, it is important to know where you should go inside your home.
Head to the lowest, interior room of your home. The basement would be best, but if you don't have one, head to the first floor of the home and get away from exterior walls, or walls that lead to the outside of the home.
It is also important to stay away from glass. The more walls you can put between you and the outside, the better.
While lightning can be frequent in storms and very dangerous, it does not lead to a storm being qualified as severe.
Remember, when thunder roars, go indoors.
Storms can also lead to flooding. Flooding may not cause a storm to be labeled as being severe, but it is the deadliest kind of weather.
South Texas is known to have major flood events every few years, so it is important to use caution and to always stay out of floodwaters. Remember, turn around, don't drown.
Entering flood water is very dangerous as you can be swept off of your feet and you don't know what could be in the water that could hurt you.
The best thing you can do to be ready for severe weather is know what you will do in the event it strikes where you live.
Make sure your family has a severe weather action plan.
Have a place everyone goes inside your home and keep supplies there, such as food, medication, batteries, and flashlights.
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A Wright County man is facing a first-degree burglary charge after allegedly threatening his mother with a pickaxe.
According to court records, 23-year-old Warren Clayton Miller is facing 25 years in prison for allegedly entering through the back door a Rowan residence listed as both his and his mother's address around 11:30 p.m. May 21.
The affidavit states that once inside Miller confronted his mother with the weapon and threatened to kill her if she didn't give his dogs back before leaving.
An arrest warrant was executed on Miller on May 31. First-degree burglary is a class B felony. A preliminary hearing was held Thursday afternoon.
One time presidential candidate and religious broadcaster Pat Robertson has died, the Christian Broadcasting Network said in a news release.
North Iowa History: Police photos
Judge Boynton
Judge Boynton in judge's study. April 28, 1948
Check forger in court
Check forger in police court. November 5, 1946.
Kitts & Hardy
Kitts & Hardy, March 15, 1951.
Kitts trial
Kitts trial-posed Belcastro. March 16, 1951.
DeWayne Frampton
May 18, 1956. DeWayne Frampton, patrolman.
M.A. Pelham portrait IHP
Iowa Highway Patrolman M.A. Pelham.
Warren Tilton
October 29, 1956. Warren Tilton, new cop.
Fred Buchner, portrait IHP
New highway patrolman Fred Buchner.
Calvin Anderson portrait
New officer Calvin W. Anderson MCPD
Lt. Cletus Stangl, IHP
Lt. Cletus Stangl, IHP
H. Jack Lien MCPD portrait
H. Jack Lien, new MCPD patrolman
Ronald Thielen, MCPD
Ronald Thielen, MCPD new patrolman
Jim Fountas, MCPD
Jimmy Fountas, new MCPD patrolman
Sgt. Pete Hall, IHP
Sgt. Pete Hall, IHP
Sgt. Delmar Smith, MCPD
Sgt. Delmar Smith, MCPD
Kenneth Kruggel, MCPD
Kenneth Kruggel, MCPD patrolman
Harold Thomas, MCPD
Harold Thomas, MCPD new patrolman
Friederich Langen, IHP
Friederich Langen, IHP.
MCPD badge #45 for Carey
Police badge for Carey
Wendell Stream, IHP
Wendell W. Stream, IHP
Chief Stanley McClintock
Chief Stanley McClintock
Al Schloemer portrait
Al Schloemer Mason City Police
Dennis Wasicek portrait
Dennis Wasicek, MCPD new officer
Sgt. Wendell Stream
Sgt. Wendell Stream IHP
Denny Gerdom IHP
Denny Gerdom IHP
Carl Condon IHP
Carl Condon, IHP from Hampton
Sally Hamblin dispatcher
Sally Hamblin police dispatcher
Auto theft school
Auto theft school
Ron Carpenter, portrait
MCPD Patrolman Ron Carpenter
C.S. Tyler
IHP trooper C.S. Tyler
Roger Brown, IHP
IHP Trooper Roger Brown
Iowa-Minnesota troopers at border
Iowa-Minnesota Troopers meet at border
Iowa-Minnesota troopers at border
Iowa-Minnesota Troopers meet at border
Ed Christensen at Sheriff's Office
Ed Christiensen at Sheriff's Office
Ed Christensen at Sheriff's Office
Ed Christensen at Sheriff's Office
Sheriff Jerry Allen
Sheriff Jerry Allen
Police Station cornerstone
Police station cornerstone being laid
Captain Walt Reindl, MCPD
Mason City Police Captain Walt Reindl
Larry Davis, portrait MCPD
Larry Davis, new patrolman at MCPD
Michael Montgomery, portrait MCPD
Michael J. Montgomery new patrolman at MCPD
New police station
New police station-west side
New police station
New police station-east side
Sheriff Jerry Allen, portrait
Sheriff Jerry Allen portrait
Garvin Ward, portrait
Garvin Ward, Patrolman MCPD
Prince Philip, Wes Greenan
Prince Philip at air port with Lt. Wesley Greenan
Judge Butler portrait
Judge WP Butler
Auxiliary policemen WWII
April 8 1942. Auxiliary policemen sworn in for duration of war.
Chief Patton
From back of original: "Aug. 14 1936, #1731. Chief Erwin J. Patton, 1932-1934"
Chief Risacher
Leo F. Risacher. Patrolman 1923, Detective 1924-34, Captain 1934-55, Chief 1955-63.
Chief Wolf
May 13, 1936. Safety Patrol boys, Chief of Police [Wolf], Mr. Kargis.
Jewell, Duane 1971
May 5, 1971. Elwin Musser photograph. Duane Jewell.
John Wallace
John W. Wallace, 1937-43
Kleinow, Eugene
Elwin Musser photograph. Eugene Kleinow. March 6, 1978.
Leo Alstott
Joel Hanes collection. Mason City policeman Leo Alstott.
Patton, EJ 1934
Scanned from 1934 "Who's Who In Mason City."
Police and fire chief 1949
Challenge by Chief for polio ball game played between police and Highway Patrol vs firemen, August 1949.
Police and Fire depts.
September 29, 1919
Police dept PB 40
PB 40, no date. Old police dept.
police patrol car
Police patrol car; no additional info.
Policecars copy
no info on photograph
Policecars
No info on photograph
Roll call briefing at old station
Roll call briefing at old police station. L To R: Rudy Alman, RonEckhardt, Ron Carpenter(standing), Lt Myron (Lefty Lewis), and Ken Rodemeyer. Taken in Late 1971 or Early 1972.
Schiffman and squad car
Patrolman Ralph Schiffman next to squad car. Date unknown. Photo from Mason City Police Dept.
Scott, Greg and Dennis Rye
Steve Rye collection. 12/7/1991. Dennis and Greg Scott - father/son in uniforms. Dennis, Fire Dept. captain. Greg, Police Dept. #5911.
SL195 Remington shells.jpg
SL195, Remington shells 32s
2 boys at Sheriff's Office
Flash of two boys in jail at Sheriff's Office. Photo taken on September 17, 1934.
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Old Police Station. Photo taken on May 29, 1935.
Dr. Houlahan fingerprinted
Dr. J. Houlahan getting fingerprinted at Police Station Photo taken on August 31, 1942.
Boy Scouts at station
Feb. 8, 1936. Police court ruse by Boy Scouts.
Blizzard and Highway Patrol
Feb. 9, 1936. Blizzard Scenes, Highway Patrol officers.
Police with new boats
Police Department with boats in case of floods. March 4, 1936.
Buchanan.jpg
James Buchanan portrait taken on March 19, 1936.
Sheriff's convention
July 7, 1936. Sheriff's convention.
Jack Burnette, Highway Patrolman
Jack Burnette, Highway Patrolman January 13, 1937
John Wallace
Johnnie Wallace, Deputy Sheriff. Photo taken on April 5th, 1937.
Ed Christianson portrait
Portrait of Ed Christianson, Deputy Sheriff. July 18, 1937.
Pierce with kids
Lollipops for good little girls and boys. Patrolman Dick Pierce. May 31, 1938.
John Wallace giving auto instructions
Johnny Wallace giving instructions on operation of auto on June 7, 1938.
Safety meeting
Dec. 12, 1938. Sergt. Reese at YM safety meeting. MC Cerro Gordo County safety council
G-Man BC Coulter
March 1, 1939. Mason Cityans question G-Man BC Coulter at work.
Jack Gordon murderer
Jack "Indian" Gordon with sheriff's deputies. Held on murder charges. May 13, 1939.
Abel's wrecked safe
July 11, 1939. Abel's wrecked safe after robbery.
Risacher and Wolfe in 1939
Captain Leo Risacher and Chief Harold Wolfe on July 28, 1939.
Sheriff Tim Phalen
Sheriff Tim Phalen, photo for cut. Taken on September 2, 1939.
Dreher murder suspect
Dreher Case. Ostenrieder one of killer in Mason City. Photo taken on September 29, 1939.
Colwell murder
Dec. 11, 1939. Blewitt-Carter murder pictures. Colwell, IA.
Rock Falls bank robbery
Bank Robbery at Rock Falls, Iowa. Photo taken on June 21, 1940.
Allie Allen Murder house
Murder house of Allie M. Allen at 1644 North Federal Avenue October 1, 1940.
Blanchards Jewelry robbery
Blanchards Jewelry Store window broken and robbed on March 11, 1941.
Highway patrolman checking brakes
Patrolman checking brakes on April 26, 1941.
Incendiary pencil demonstration
Incendiary pencil demonstration at peace officers meeting at YMCA. Photo taken on June 4, 1941.
Incendiary pencil
June 4, 1941. Incendiary pencil demonstration at peace officers' meeting at YMCA.
Policemen taking tests
Policeman and Fireman taking tests. Photo taken on June 13, 1941.
Soondergaard and Quintard arrested
July 22, 1941. Soondergaard and Quintard arrested after honeymoon. Pictures taken at police station.
Soondergaard and Quintard arrested
July 22, 1941. Soondergaard and Quintard arrested after honeymoon. Pictures taken at police station.
Soondergaard and Quintard arrested
July 22, 1941. Soondergaard and Quintard arrested after honeymoon. Pictures taken at police station.
Soondergaard and Quintard arrested
July 22, 1941. Soondergaard and Quintard arrested after honeymoon. Pictures taken at police station.
Robbery at Newberry's
October 18, 1941. Robbery at Newberry's
Klipto safe cracked
Nov. 4, 1941. Klipto safe cracked
Ventura bank attempted robbery
Dec. 29, 1941. Ventura State Bank attempted robbery. Lawrence Bliss, cashier.
Robbery at First Methodist Church
Robbery at First Methodist Church. Photo taken on December 31, 1941.
Police map
Mar. 7, 1942. Photo of police chart - map
Glen Wilson
Mar. 10, 1942. Glen Wilson, 4 S Monroe
Stork at police station
Stork at police station on August 24, 1942.
Thornton robbery footprint
Nov. 24, 1942. Sheriff's office, footprints at Thornton, robbery at drug store.
Blackout control center at police station
Blackout control center at police station on December 10, 1942.
For he's a good fellow
For he's a good fellow. Photo taken July 19, 1943.
Sheriff with two boys
They had themselves a good time — Swain boys — Photo taken September 24, 1943.
Murderer Kaster at Sheriff's Office
Murderer Stanley Kaster in Sheriff's Office on October 4, 1943.
Murderer Kaster at Sheriff's Office
Murderer Stanley Kaster in Sheriff's office on October 4, 1943.
Man caught with furs out of season
Furs — $11,500 worth — caught out of season by William DeBruym on October 28, 1943.
Frank Brothers arraigned for manslaughter
Frank Brothers arraigned for manslaughter.
Man with a gun
Mar. 4, 1944. Man with gun.
Vandalized schoolhouse
4/24/44. Kids break into school room.
Capture of escaped convicts
Capture of escaped convicts on December 11, 1944.
Brake inspection in front of P.D.
They passed the brake check on May 26, 1945.
Highway Patrolmen with illegal ration books
Iowa Highway Patrol with illegal ration books on May 28, 1945.
Peace officer conference training
Frisking of criminals at peace officers conference May 29, 1945.
Patrol by Junior Chamber of Commerce
Street Patrol by junior of commerce on June 16, 1945.
Attempted jailbreak
Scene of attempted jailbreak. Photo taken on August 9, 1945.
Highway patrol and Breenan
Brennan and captor. Photo taken on August 29, 1945.
Wolfe and Phalen horse race
One for the books. Chief Harold Wolfe and Sheriff Tim Phalen in horse race.
Wolfe and Phalen horse race
One for the books. Chief Harold Wolfe and Sheriff Tim Phalen horse race. August 30, 1945.
Grand Jury
Sept. 4, 1945. First federal grand jury meets here.
Police training on arrest
They captured the "fugitive" October 5, 1945.
Officials check plans in front of P.D.
Officials check plans on October 29, 1945.
Officers find ammunition in car
Officers found this in car. November 15, 1945.
Sheriff make big haul of liquor
Sheriff makes a big haul of liquor. December 28, 1945.
Officer Bruns next to car
Injured in crash Mrs Maude Combs. On January 29, 1946. Officer William Burns.
Highway patrol with booze
"How dry I am" February 27, 1946.
Mrs. Bauer leaves inquest
Apr. 23, 1946. Mrs. Bauer leaves inquest
F.B.I. training session
What's wrong here! April 23, 1946
Richard Pierce Portrait
Portrait of Patrolman Richard R. Pierce Taken on April 29, 1946.
Highway patrolmen at accident scene
Traffic accident on May 18, 1946. Wreck near county farm.
Clear Lake bike accident
July 19, 1946. Sheriff's office, bicycle accident on Clear Lake road
Electrocution scene
Electrocution scene (Marvin Olson electrocuted by live wire on August 8th 1946).
Highway patrol with loot
Loot found in car. October 25, 1946
Policemen's wives club
Policemen's wives club November 20, 1946
Wrecked coupe
Mar. 26, 1947. Wrecked coupe for sheriff's office.
Mott murder scene
Arlene Mott murder scene. November 13, 1947.
Police chart
Feb. 6, 1948. Police chart.
Near drowning
May 12, 1948. Mrs. Kramer, 941 S Adams. Near drowning.
Highway Patrolmen with Eldora escapees
Eldora Boys escape found in Manly. Photo taken on August 26, 1948.
Highway Patrolmen with Eldora escapees
Highway Patrolman with escaped Eldora boys found in Manly. Photo taken on August 26, 1948.
Policemans wives club
Marge Wolskey residence police auxillary meeting.
Holmes accident
Dec. 1, 1949. Robert L Holmes, 5 miles south of Mason City. Taken at 11:00 a.m.
Murder at Blue Ribbon Tavern
Murder at the Blue Ribbon Tavern on July 12, 1952.
Murder at Blue Ribbon Tavern
Murder at Blue Ribbon Tavern on July 12, 1952.
Reese IHP
July 26, 1952. Robert Reese, 647 S Carolina. Iowa Highway Patrol.
Police map
Feb. 2, 1953. Police Dept., of map by Mr. Reublitz.
Sidewalk
Feb. 19, 1953. Slippery sidewalk.
DeWilde auto robbery
Apr. 5, 1953. Window at DeWilde Auto Service showing where robbery was committed.
SL33730.jpg
Jan. 1, 1959. Police map of traffic spots.
Police with Easter Seal Society
May 1960. L to R: Leo Risacher, M.D. Kubicek, Wes Greenan, M.E. Corless.
Police convention
Oct. 12, 1965. Policeman's convention, Des Moines
Thomas Runyan
Mar. 4, 1937. Thomas Runyan, criminal, brought to Mason City.
Thompson, Gerald 1965
Elwin Musser photograph. Gerald Thompson. Jan. 11, 1965.
Verhelst murder case.jpg
November 14, 1947. Funeral for slain girl, Patterson. Verhelst charged with murder. Judge Dunn is in office.
Wallbaum
Dillinger film: Officer Conrad Wallbaum directing traffic after robbery.
Walskog1
Elwin Musser photo. Oct. 4, 1958.
Walskog2.jpg
Elwin Musser photo, Oct. 4, 1958.
Zenor police cars
June 27, 1964. Zenor's. Police cars.
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Passengers board the Red Way inaugural flight to Orlando, Florida, at the Lincoln Airport on Thursday.
HAYDEN ROONEY, Journal Star
The Red Way inaugural flight to Orlando takes off at the Lincoln Airport on Thursday.
HAYDEN ROONEY, Journal Star
Airport crews make final checks before the inaugural flight to Orlando took off at the Lincoln Airport on Thursday.
HAYDEN ROONEY, Journal Star
Red Way flight attendants wait to board the inaugural flight to Orlando at Lincoln Airport on Thursday.
HAYDEN ROONEY, Journal Star
Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird poses for a photo before boarding the inaugural Red Way flight to Orlando at the Lincoln Airport on Thursday.
HAYDEN ROONEY, Journal Star
Lincoln Airport’s Transportation Security Administration checks passengers before they board the inaugural flight to Orlando at the Lincoln Airport on Thursday.
HAYDEN ROONEY, Journal Star
Breakfast plates wait for passengers on the inaugural Red Way flight to Orlando at the Lincoln Airport on Thursday.
HAYDEN ROONEY, Journal Star
Transportation Safety Administration agents check Lincoln Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird’s bags and coffee before the inaugural Red Way flight to Orlando at the Lincoln Airport on Thursday.
HAYDEN ROONEY, Journal Star
Passengers wait to board the inaugural Red Way flight to Orlando at the Lincoln Airport on Thursday. Officials said the flight was full.
Rick Moeller has his grandson's second birthday party to attend on Saturday in Orlando, Florida.
It worked out perfectly that Red Way, "Lincoln's airline," according to its CEO Nick Wangler, began flying out of Lincoln Airport on Thursday.
"This just coincided with my schedule," said Moeller, a Nebraska native who retired after a long warehouse management career in Los Angeles and was back in town to visit some family.
Every traveler has a story, a reason for boarding an airplane, and Thursday was no exception as the Lincoln Airport's new terminal was bustling with activity — most of it having everything to do with Red Way's first day of operation.
"Not everyone is going to Disney World," said Nick Cusick, a member of the Lincoln Airport Authority Board of Directors who was flying to Orlando on Red Way's maiden voyage.
Make no mistake, there were families in Lincoln Airport's fancy new terminal dressed for a day or two with Mickey. Others were ready for some sunshine with an ocean view. And there were a few businessmen in the mix as well.
And then there were officials like Cusick, Lincoln Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird and David Haring, the executive director of Lincoln Airport, who were showing support to the city's newest air endeavor.
There was a festive mood with snacks and swag. Heck, even the flight crew members were treated like rock stars as they posed for photos and chatted with passengers.
"This is a big day for the Lincoln Airport," Gaylor Baird said. "We're so excited to have expanded air service for our community. So many families and travelers are headed to Orlando and all the wonderful things to do there.
"It's exciting for Lincoln."
For the mayor, it was a day trip. She flew to central Florida and made the return flight later in the day.
Red Way will fly there — and to Las Vegas — twice a week, meaning the next flight back to the Lincoln Airport is Sunday.
That works perfectly for Moeller, who plans to spend a couple of weeks with his daughter in Orlando before returning to Lincoln.
"It's good for Lincoln the way it's set up," he said.
Thursday's flight was sold out, while the afternoon flight to Las Vegas was about 70% full — a good sign, Wangler said.
Over the next two weeks, Red Way will start flying twice a week to Atlanta; Austin, Texas; Dallas; Minneapolis; and Nashville, Tennessee.
The flights are three and four days apart to mirror the average stay at a destination, Haring said.
Lincoln's dive into the leisure travel industry was a creative approach to landing another air carrier — something that's been a need for all of Cusick's 11 years on the board.
"This is a very entrepreneurial sort of arrangement," said Cusick, CEO of Bison Inc. "It's not the norm, so absolutely, we'd love to see American, United and Delta service, but this model will work. The flight is full. That shows there is a big pent-up demand. I think it will satisfy that need."
But there will be some necessary traveler adjustments, Haring said. He made the trip to help fliers navigate the return flight. For example, before boarding Thursday's flight, he perused the Red Way website and found a tab for the airport in Orlando and determined the gate out of which Red Way will operate.
"That was one of the questions that I had about it," Haring said. "When we're coming back, and I've got to tell my Uber driver where to drop me off, that's helpful."
These are uncharted waters, Haring said, but the more people who use the leisure travel carrier, the more comfortable they will become with the concept.
And having more direct flight choices is a big thing, the mayor said.
"Now we have even more affordable flights to desirable destinations for our community," Gaylor Baird said. "That's good for families. That's good for our businesses. We want people to be able to connect to places they want to go and we want to bring new people to our community."
Lincoln Airport’s Transportation Security Administration checks passengers before they board the inaugural flight to Orlando at the Lincoln Airport on Thursday.
Transportation Safety Administration agents check Lincoln Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird’s bags and coffee before the inaugural Red Way flight to Orlando at the Lincoln Airport on Thursday. | https://journalstar.com/news/local/first-red-way-flights-depart-from-lincoln-airport/article_60d317f4-05fc-11ee-873f-b7fb8f228556.html | 2023-06-08T19:19:44 | 1 | https://journalstar.com/news/local/first-red-way-flights-depart-from-lincoln-airport/article_60d317f4-05fc-11ee-873f-b7fb8f228556.html |
MATTOON — The Prairie Stitchers and the Bloomington/Normal Modern Quilt Guild plan to hold their third annual Outdoor Quilt Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Lytle Park in Mattoon.
Prairie Stitchers member Jamie Willis said more than 50 quilts will be on display, including the miniature 20-square-inch quilts created by the Bloomington/Normal Modern Quilt Guild.
Willis said the show also will once again feature "mystery quilts" that local enthusiasts created as they received individual pieces of the pattern over the course of several weeks from quilter Jan Little of Mattoon. The pattern has a circular optical illusion theme.
Quilter and instructor Sandy Evans of Westfield will judge the quilt entries and present a best in show award. Attendees also are invited to vote on their favorite quilts.
"We want as many people as possible to come vote for their favorites for the viewers' choice award," Willis said.
The quilt show, held with the support of the Mattoon Arts Council, will take place amid the garden, gazebo and lawn bowling area at the north end of Lytle Park, off of Western Avenue. The Mattoon High School junior class will sell bottled water and other cold beverages at this event. June 17 is the rain date for the show. | https://pantagraph.com/life-entertainment/local/events/central-illinois-quilts-on-display-at-saturday-show-in-mattoon/article_98a82930-061a-11ee-9457-ab237f8ac323.html | 2023-06-08T19:25:36 | 1 | https://pantagraph.com/life-entertainment/local/events/central-illinois-quilts-on-display-at-saturday-show-in-mattoon/article_98a82930-061a-11ee-9457-ab237f8ac323.html |
Check out our roundup of the latest special events, music, theater, nightlife and kids events.
To submit an item, send an email to features@pantagraph.com.
Special events
Bloomington-Normal
Autorama At the Arena; 8 a.m.-4 p.m, June 10, Grossinger Motors Arena, 101 S. Madison St., Bloomington; free
Miller Park Zoo's 132nd Birthday Celebration; 1-3 p.m., June 10, Miller Park Zoo, 1020 S. Morris Ave., Bloomington.
Active Senior Tour at the Zoo; 8:30-9:30 a.m., June 14, Miller Park Zoo, 1020 S. Morris Ave., Bloomington; $5.
ISO Annual Meeting & Luncheon; 11:30 a.m., June 14, Bloomington Country Club, 605 Towanda Ave., Bloomington; $35.
Coalescence Theatre & B-N Black History Project present Spoken Word w/ Shatriya Smith; 8 p.m., June 15, Jazz Upfront, 107 W. Front St., Bloomington.
Central Illinois
Secrets of the David Davis Mansion; 2 p.m., June 11, C.H. Moore Homestead and DeWitt County Museum, 219 E. Woodlawn St., Clinton.
Music
Bloomington-Normal
Gong Show Karaoke w/ Joel Johnson; 7-11 p.m., June 8, Jazz Upfront, 107 W. Front St., Bloomington.
Retro Thursday w/ Magic Man; 8 p.m., June 8, Jazz Upfront, 107 W. Front St., Bloomington.
James McMurtry w/ BettySoo; 8 p.m., June 9, The Castle Theatre, 209 E. Washington St., Bloomington; 18+; $25.
Peoria Rythym Kings; 8 p.m., June 9, Jazz Upfront, 107 W. Front St., Bloomington.
Hairbangers Ball; 7 p.m., June 10, Saturday's on the Square, downtown Bloomington; free.
The Harry Tonchev Trio; 8 p.m., June 10, Jazz Upfront, 107 W. Front St., Bloomington.
Highway 309 LIVE: Jaimee Harris w/ emily the band; 6:30 p.m., June 12, Normal Theater, 209 W. North St., Normal.
Open Stage w/ Maestro; 8 p.m., June 14, Jazz Upfront, 107 W. Front St., Bloomington.
Phillip Phillips; 7:30 p.m., June 15, The Castle Theatre, 209 E. Washington St., Bloomington; 18+; $22.
Central Illinois
Five Points Fridays with Harvest Sons and Matt Eckberg Band; 5-9 p.m., June 9, Five Points Washington, 360 Wilmor Road, Washington; free.
Five Points Fridays with Black Velvet; 5-9 p.m., June 14, Five Points Washington, 360 Wilmor Road, Washington; free.
Theater
Bloomington-Normal
2023 10-Minute Play Festival: The Waiting Room; 7:30 p.m., June 8-10 and June 15; 2 p.m., June 11, Heartland Theatre Company, 1110 Douglas St., Normal; $7-$17.
Goldfinger; 7 p.m., June 8 ; 4 p.m., June 10; 3 p.m., June 11, Normal Theater, 209 W. North St., Normal.
Thunderball; 7 p.m., June 9 and 11; 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., June 10; 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., June 11; Normal Theater, 209 W. North St., Normal.
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory; 1 p.m., June 12 and 7 p.m., June 14, Normal Theater, 209 W. North St., Normal.
For Kids
Bloomington-Normal
Kinder Camp: Art Workshop; 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m., June 8-9, Children’s Discovery Museum, 101 E. Beaufort St., Normal; for incoming kindergartenders.
Master Gardener/Master Naturalist Program—Vermiculture; 10 a.m.-12 p.m., June 8, Children’s Discovery Museum, 101 E. Beaufort St., Normal.
Family Paint Night: Firefly Jar; 6-8 p.m., June 9, Children's Discovery Museum, 101 E. Beaufort St., Normal.; Grades K-5.
Camp Discovery: Art Explorations; 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., June 12-16, Children's Discovery Museum, 101 E. Beaufort St., Nomrla; Grades 1-6.
Master Gardener/Master Naturalist Program - Praying Mantis; 10 a.m.-12 p.m., June 15, Children's Discovery Museum, 101 E. Beaufort St., Normal. | https://pantagraph.com/life-entertainment/local/looking-for-something-to-do-this-weekend-in-central-illinois-heres-the-list/article_abb3ada6-03c2-11ee-aaa3-f3c8832b1b64.html | 2023-06-08T19:25:42 | 1 | https://pantagraph.com/life-entertainment/local/looking-for-something-to-do-this-weekend-in-central-illinois-heres-the-list/article_abb3ada6-03c2-11ee-aaa3-f3c8832b1b64.html |
News emerged in mid-2022 that auto loan default rates had started to rise, especially among younger generations. Since then, default rates have only continued to increase.
Younger age groups are still the most heavily affected. In 2022, data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York (also known as the New York Fed) revealed that 3.59% of auto loans held by borrowers aged 18-29 were headed into serious delinquency, which is defined as payments being 90 or more days late. That figure reached 2.3% for borrowers between the ages of 30 and 39.
In fact, auto loan delinquency rates rose in 2022 for every age group except for borrowers aged 60 to 69. Delinquency rates rose to an average of 1.85% across all age groups – a 16% increase from 2021.
Low-Income and Low-Credit Borrowers Are the Hardest Hit
While delinquencies and other effects of rising costs and rates have impacted nearly all segments of borrowers, it has been borrowers with lower incomes and lower credit scores that have seen the most acute effects.
Automoblog spoke with Andy Arledge, Associate Executive Vice President of the North Carolina State Employees' Credit Union (SECU) Consumer Lending division, about these effects from the lender's perspective.
Arledge explained that SECU has seen a reduction in loan applications and originations in recent months, along with an increase in delinquencies. A drop in loan applications and originations signifies a decrease in demand, while a rise in delinquencies indicates that borrowers are having a harder time meeting their payment obligations.
"We have experienced a slight decrease in application and origination volume, which has been across all credit score tiers," said Arledge. "However, borrowers with lower income and lower credit scores have experienced higher delinquency and charge-off rates, as expected."
Rising Costs of Living Have Eaten Into Family Budgets
The increase in the price of vehicles and auto loan rates is only part of the reason for the increase in delinquency rates, according to Arledge.
"Delinquency and charge-offs have increased over the last few months," he said. "Several reasons likely contribute to this, including the rate increases. But also, a large factor is the inflation rate, which has resulted in increased costs for consumer goods and services."
According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), overall inflation hit a 40-plus-year high of 7.1% in 2022, with the costs of goods and services rising in every sector. Food costs rose 10.6% in 2022, and energy costs climbed by 13.1%.
These cost-of-living increases were not met with an equivalent increase in wages. The Conference Board estimates that the U.S. median wage rose by around 3.6% in 2022.
As a result, individuals and families had to increase their expenditures on necessities at a far higher rate than their wages increased. This left the average American with much less room in the budget for car payments and other expenses. | https://pantagraph.com/news/local/crime-courts/5-arrested-after-stolen-vehicle-flees-gridley-traffic-stop/article_5c6699d0-061e-11ee-aeae-17cc69d3f09b.html | 2023-06-08T19:25:48 | 1 | https://pantagraph.com/news/local/crime-courts/5-arrested-after-stolen-vehicle-flees-gridley-traffic-stop/article_5c6699d0-061e-11ee-aeae-17cc69d3f09b.html |
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management has issued a statewide Air Quality Action Day for Friday, saying the stagnant weather pattern continues to move smoke from Canadian wildfires across the state.
Air quality may continue to be affected over the weekend, the department said in a statement.
It encouraged Hoosiers to carpool or use public transportation; combine errands into one trip; turn off lights; set the air conditioner to a higher setting; use propane gas instead of charcoal when grilling outdoors; and avoid using drive-throughs and gas-powered equipment. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/indiana/idem-issues-statewide-air-quality-action-day-for-friday/article_3ba2ee58-062b-11ee-8e14-734deb36f494.html | 2023-06-08T19:27:47 | 0 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/indiana/idem-issues-statewide-air-quality-action-day-for-friday/article_3ba2ee58-062b-11ee-8e14-734deb36f494.html |
MERRILLVILLE — The Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority has a busy summer of planning ahead in anticipation of taking four new transit development districts to the state for approval this fall.
RDA President and CEO Sherri Ziller told the agency's board of directors at its Thursday meeting that the TDD boundary development process is beginning for districts around the Gary Metro Center, the Hammond South Station on the West Lake Corridor, the Dune Park Station on the South Shore Line and the Valparaiso transit station under construction.
The new TDDs — in which future growth in property and income taxes will be available to support development — will join seven established last year. Planning within those seven districts in Dyer, Munster, Hammond, East Chicago, Gary, Portage, Ogden Dunes and Michigan City is continuing this summer
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The four new districts will be the subjects of public hearings in July, Ziller said, with RDA board approval in late summer and presentation to the State Budget Committee in October.
Some of the RDA's work becomes more complex July 1, when new state laws come into force. Ziller noted that the legislature "routinely gives the RDA more things to do," and this year's session continued that trend with two laws: one that makes the Valparaiso TDD possible and another that creates a complex framework for construction of a new Metro Center in Gary, demolition of derelict property in the immediate area of it and construction of a new Lake County convention center.
Most immediately for the RDA, the Gary-related legislation creates the potential for transit-oriented development that would exceed the possibilities at the existing Metro Center, giving new urgency to TDD planning there. The RDA also has the responsibility of commissioning a feasibility study for a convention center.
The state would contribute $3 million annually for two years for the Gary demolition projects, $3 million for 25 years for the new Metro Center, and $5 million for 20 years for the convention center, providing that local matches of equal amounts are made. While the state money won't be available until 2025, the RDA is authorized by the legislation to front the $3 million for the next two fiscal years on behalf of the state in order to get the Gary work underway, and to be reimbursed for that.
The framework established by the legislation involves city and county government as well as the RDA and the state.
"Our first step of this is coordination with the state to align our processes so we can begin to fulfill the intent of the legislation," Ziller said.
The Valparaiso legislation authorizes a TDD centered on Valparaiso's bus station at 260 Brown St., next to the Journeyman Distillery under construction now in a relatively undeveloped area near downtown.
Board member Patrick Lyp, also the Valparaiso city attorney, said the city looks forward to joining the TDD program.
"We had the first commuter bus to Chicago back in 2008. Since 2018 we have also had a shuttle bus that meets every South Shore train at the dunes station," he said. City officials have "certainly been embracers of transit and connectivity to Chicago."
More information about TDDs is available at the RDA's website for the effort, nwitdd.com. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/development-planning-picks-up-as-rail-projects-take-shape/article_907f3bfa-0619-11ee-b937-3388bcac74e9.html | 2023-06-08T19:29:07 | 0 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/development-planning-picks-up-as-rail-projects-take-shape/article_907f3bfa-0619-11ee-b937-3388bcac74e9.html |
New courtrooms begin to take form at City-County Building
Beginning in January, people stopping by the City-County Building might have noticed some offices shifting locations and teams of construction workers navigating the building.
For the past six months there has been an ongoing project to remodel parts of the building to accommodate more judges and provide more courtroom space after a state mandate increased the number of district court judges in various parts of Kansas.
Court Administrator Todd Heitschmidt said the process for getting new judges has been a long time coming, but the change was abrupt.
"We've always been asking for more judges, and just never thought we'd get them," Heitschmidt said. "Then we got three at once."
New judges in District 28:Saline County to remodel part of city county building for new judges
Remodeling process necessary after mandate
The remodeling project will add two courtrooms and space for staff that will accompany two new district judges and a magistrate judge in the 28th Judicial District.
Funding was approved by the governor in spring of 2022 for the additional judicial roles, which prompted a quick process for the county to create space for those positions.
In addition to what was required, the remodeling project will add a space for jurors to check in and stay during the voir dire process.
Heitschmidt worked with County Administrator Phillip Smith-Hanes on logistics of creating space for additional court staff. Some county departments like Planning and Zoning, the County Administrators and County Attorney's office, and Appraiser's Office were relocated.
City-County Building shows its age in construction process
When adding a jury room, the construction team realized there was no plumbing in part of the building they were working in. Hutton, a local construction, architecture and facility services firm, was challenged to safely navigate part of the third floor that overhangs the floors below.
Braden Holle with Hutton said the plumbing to the jury room on the third floor had to be routed to second-floor plumbing. But it was a challenge with the concrete beams that go around the perimeter of the building.
"As it goes between each floor structure it gets more challenging," Holle said.
In the ceilings of the third floor were old copper wire telephone switching equipment from the 60s that Holle's team had to remove.
"One of the construction guys, I think, described this building as a beast," Smith-Hanes said. "This building was built in the late 60s, kind of fallout shelter era of time so there are a lot of these columns that are really reinforced."
What's left to go?
The courtroom on the third floor, and part of the first floor, including a public entrance, is expected to be complete toward the end of June.
More remodeling on the third floor, which includes the juror check-in space and reception, is expected to be complete around October this year.
Note: A previous version of this article named Harbin Construction as the contractor for the courtroom remodeling project. Hutton, a local construction, architecture and facility services firm, is the company completing the project. The Salina Journal regrets this error and thanks you for your readership.
Kendrick Calfee has been a reporter with the Salina Journal since 2022, primarily covering county government and education. You can reach him at kcalfee@gannett.com or on Twitter @calfee_kc. | https://www.salina.com/story/news/local/2023/06/07/courtrooms-added-to-city-county-building-after-state-mandate/70290043007/ | 2023-06-08T19:29:44 | 1 | https://www.salina.com/story/news/local/2023/06/07/courtrooms-added-to-city-county-building-after-state-mandate/70290043007/ |
Rural Saline County will soon have a new option for broadband internet
Rural communities in Saline County will soon have a new option for broadband internet.
Nex-Tech, an information technology company, announced Tuesday that it is making progress in a project in rural Saline County to route fiber optic cables and become a local option for high-speed internet.
Nex-Tech's broadband service is a step toward one of the County's goals in utilizing American Rescue Plan Act funding. Among several others, the issue of access to broadband internet for Saline County's rural residents has been a focus of the board of commissioners.
At the June 6 meeting, Nex-Tech Engineering Supervisor Jeremy Rumbeck presented a map showing areas of the county that will be built out.
"The project includes about 130 miles of fiber optic cable to be placed and will be passing approximately 669 structures, or homes and businesses," Rumbeck said.
County advocates broadband access with federal funds
Last August, County Commissioners approved letters of support and dedication of grant matching funds for three firms that were applying to the State of Kansas' Capital Projects fund for projects in rural Saline County.
In January, the governor announced an award to Nex-Tech. The county is currently working on an agreement with Nex-Tech for the grant matching funds, which will come back to the commission for approval at a later date.
At the June 6 meeting, Nex-Tech provided a brief overview of what the project will look like and where they are in the process as of now.
So, what's the timeline for NextTech's project in rural Saline County?
There is already an ongoing Nex-Tech project in the city of Salina. The new project in rural Saline County has not begun construction yet, but is beginning the engineering process.
More on the city project:City Commission allows more access for fiber internet installation
With the award of state funding, Nex-Tech is required to have the project complete by the end of 2024. After the engineering process, Nex-Tech expects to begin construction in the early spring of 2024.
Kendrick Calfee has been a reporter with the Salina Journal since 2022, primarily covering county government and education. You can reach him at kcalfee@gannett.com or on Twitter @calfee_kc. | https://www.salina.com/story/news/local/2023/06/07/rural-saline-county-residents-will-soon-have-access-to-nexttech-fiber/70290027007/ | 2023-06-08T19:29:50 | 0 | https://www.salina.com/story/news/local/2023/06/07/rural-saline-county-residents-will-soon-have-access-to-nexttech-fiber/70290027007/ |
Local company chosen for Jerry Ivey Memorial Park pond demolition
The next step in the removal of the pond located at Jerry Ivey Memorial Park is set after Salina has chosen a local company to do the demolition work.
The Salina City Commission approved a bid by T&R Dirt for just under $125,000 for the demolition work and for soil transfer to fill in the pond, which has been plagued by a blue-green algae problem for years.
Details are still being worked out on how exactly the process will work for the pond to be filled, but Jeff Hammond, director of the city's parks and recreation department, said time is of the essence to complete this project.
Originally, the city planned to use soil given by Schwan's for its pizza plant expansion project for the pond and several other projects in town, but the timeliness of the project meant that different soil will need to be used at Jerry Ivey.
"The timing of the Schwan's soil testing would delay this project," said City Manager Mike Schrage.
Schrage said the city has a soil deficit, even taking into account the Schwan's soil, so it would need to eventually bring in additional sources of soil anyway.
"We're getting off-site soil that's already been tested for the Jerry Ivey project," Schrage said.
The commission voted 5-0 to approve the T&R bid.
Other commission business
The Salina City Commission also voted to approve an amendment to taxable industrial revenue bonds for the Great Plains Manufacturing Project on South Ninth Street.
The amendment will extend the deadline of when the tax exemption bonds can be used by two years to Dec. 31, 2025, but not the amount of the bonds, which is up to $20 million. | https://www.salina.com/story/news/local/2023/06/07/salina-construction-company-to-demolish-jerry-ivey-pond/70288734007/ | 2023-06-08T19:29:56 | 0 | https://www.salina.com/story/news/local/2023/06/07/salina-construction-company-to-demolish-jerry-ivey-pond/70288734007/ |
Saline County designates Salina 311 as 'Official County Newspaper' for legal notices
County treasurer says move comes largely as a cost savings measure
Saline County has designated Salina 311 as the Official County Newspaper for publication of legal notices. According to Jim DuBois, county treasurer, the move comes largely as a cost-saving measure. Last year, he said, the county paid roughly $50,000 to publish legal notices in the Salina Journal.
After a concept discussion with the commissioners in April, a request for proposals was sent out to papers on April 20. Both the Salina Journal and Salina 311 provided price proposals, which were reviewed by county staff.
DuBois said choosing Salina 311 would cut the publication costs in half from last year.
Both newspapers meet all requirements in the state statute, K.S.A. 64-101(b), to qualify as the Official County Newspaper. Since Salina 311 is published in Saline County, and due to the significantly lower cost, county staff recommended naming Salina 311 as the Official County Newspaper for publication of legal notices.
Commissioner James Weese asked DuBois if the fact that the Salina Journal publishes out of county would disqualify it from being considered as the Official County Newspaper. DuBois explained that state statues allow for printing to occur elsewhere in Kansas, but that priority goes to one published locally if it meets all other requirements of the statute.
"This was reviewed by our county counselor, (Salina 311) is published in Salina... the Salina Journal is published in Hutchinson, so by statute, you're correct," DuBois said.
The Commission approved the recommendation in a 5-0 vote Tuesday.
Kendrick Calfee has been a reporter with the Salina Journal since 2022, primarily covering county government and education. You can reach him at kcalfee@gannett.com or on Twitter @calfee_kc. | https://www.salina.com/story/news/local/2023/06/07/saline-county-chooses-salina-311-to-publish-legal-notices/70294177007/ | 2023-06-08T19:30:02 | 1 | https://www.salina.com/story/news/local/2023/06/07/saline-county-chooses-salina-311-to-publish-legal-notices/70294177007/ |
What to know before heading to Salina's Smoky Hill River Festival
Even before the first band hits the Eric Stein Stage at 6 p.m. Thursday for Festival Jam, people will have flocked to Salina for this year's Smoky Hill River Festival.
With dozens of musicians, artists, food vendors and more making their way to Oakdale Park for the festival this year, here's a few things to know before joining the more than 60,000 festival-goers this weekend.
When and where is the festival?
The festival officially begins as the gates to Oakdale Park open at 4 p.m. Thursday with access to the park available at the Mulberry Street, Fourth Street, Kenwood Park and Tony's Pizza Events Center bridges and at the north Oakdale Drive gates.
Throughout the event, daily and weekend admission wristbands can be purchased at every gate entrance except for the Kenwood Park bridge and cost $10 for the day or $20 for the weekend.
Festival hours run 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Thursday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Free parking is available at the lots next to Tony's Pizza Events Center, other lots near the festival or on public streets except where prohibited.
OCCK also will allow free rides to the festival on the CityGo bus system for anyone wearing a wristband on Thursday, Friday or Saturday and the transportation provider also offers expanded bus service for regular Salina CityGo routes throughout the festival.
More:Details, additions announced for Smoky Hill River Festival
What can and cannot be brought into the festival?
With rain and possible storms forecast throughout the weekend, festival-goers should prepare accordingly.
While items like individual canopies, tents or plastic ground tarps are not allowed to be brought into the festival, people looking to stay dry are allowed to bring blankets, chairs and umbrellas.
Shade umbrellas are also allowed, but must be placed in designated and marked areas.
Blankets, umbrellas and chair cannot be left overnight with staff removing all forgotten items to the lost and found each night after the festival closes.
Salina city ordinance prohibits smoking, electronic cigarettes or tobacco products throughout parks in the city and the river festival is no exception.
While there are more than 30 vendors selling a variety of food, festival-goers are permitted to bring coolers with drinks and snacks with them, but glass containers and bottles cannot be brought into the park.
Pets and animals, with the exception of licensed service animals, are also not permitted on the grounds, so festival-goers should forego bringing their four-legged friends.
Finally, no unauthorized vehicles, including bicycles, skates, rollerblades and scooters are allowed in the park during the festival.
More:Local company chosen for Jerry Ivey Memorial Park pond demolition
Where is information found online and on-site at the festival?
Before heading out to the Smoky Hill River Festival, people can find out more information on its website, www.riverfestival.com, including a digital version of this year's festival program.
During the festival, there are two information booths open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. These booths are located north of the Kenwood Bridge and west of the art/craft demonstration area. | https://www.salina.com/story/news/local/2023/06/08/salina-smoky-hill-river-festival-2023-starts-thursday-what-to-know/70288875007/ | 2023-06-08T19:30:08 | 0 | https://www.salina.com/story/news/local/2023/06/08/salina-smoky-hill-river-festival-2023-starts-thursday-what-to-know/70288875007/ |
INDIANAPOLIS — Indy Juneteenth, Inc. and other local organizations have prepared a week full of celebrations to start Monday June 12. Here's what you need to know ahead of the festivities:
College & Career Conference
June 12 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Celebrations will begin Monday with the Indy Juneteenth College and Career Conference at the Amp at 16 Tech hosted by Indy Juneteenth, Inc.
An RSVP into the fair will give you access to breakout sessions, laptop giveaways, internship opportunities, career info, FAFSA workshops, Greek Life, Freshmen Expectations, swag bag giveaways and more.
The conference will start at 10 am and will go until around 2 pm.
To RSVP to the event, click here.
Volunteer & Trivia Night
June 13 | 6 - 9 p.m.
Tuesday will bring on the competitiveness with "Black Entertainment Trivia" at Vibez Ultra Lounge hosted by Indy Juneteenth, Inc.
The night will feature multiple different trivia, games and challenges.
The fun will start at 6 p.m. and will run until around 9 p.m.
TO RSVP to the trivia night, click here.
Culture Cooking
June 14 | 6 - 8 p.m.
Celebrations will continue Wednesday June 14, with the 4th annual cooking event designed to highlight Black chefs.
"Culture Cooking" will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. at Indy's Kitchen hosted by Indy Juneteenth Inc.
The cooking will be hosted live on the Indy Juneteenth Facebook and Instagram pages.
For more information on the cooking event, you can visit the Indy Juneteenth Facebook page here.
Amateur boxing tournament
June 15 | 7:30 p.m.
Thursday will bring back some competition with the inaugural Indy Juneteenth amateur boxing tournament.
Weigh-ins for the event will begin at 4 p.m. and the show will start at 7:30 p.m. in the Christamore House Boxing Club at 502 N. Tremont St.
For more information on the belts show, you can visit the USA Boxing website here.
Peace Walk
June 16 | 5 - 9 a.m.
KIPP Indy Schools has scheduled the "4th Annual Juneteenth Peace Walk" Friday from 5-9 a.m.
The start and end locations are at KIPP Indy Legacy High School located at 2255 Ralston Ave.
For more information on the walk, you can visit the KIPP Indy Schools walk page here.
Juneteenth Foodways Festival
June 16 | 4:30 - 8 p.m.
Friday will bring back the flavor with the second annual Juneteenth Foodways Festival hosted by the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site.
The free event will allow attendees to "taste, celebrate and experience how Black cuisine adds flavor to America's favorite foods."
For more information on the food festival, you can visit the festival's site here.
Festival & Parade
June 17 | 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
The "6th Annual Indy Juneteenth Festival & Parade" will begin Saturday June 17 hosted by Indy Juneteenth, Inc.
The parade begins on North and Pennsylvania Streets at 10 a.m. followed by the festival, which runs from noon to 7 p.m.
The festival celebrating freedom through diversity and inclusion will feature over 200 vendors, live performers, and a health and wellness village leading yoga and other group exercises.
Headlining artists include Lorea, Dwani, Kom Band, Terrance Anderson and Ground Zero.
The celebration will be free and open to the public in Military Park at 601 W. New York St.
For more information on the festival and parade, click here.
Juneteenth and Jazz Community Celebration
June 17 | 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The Eiteljorg Museum will host a free day in honor of Juneteenth on Saturday June 17.
The celebration will feature multiple performances, different activities and food.
For more information on the event, click here.
To reserve your free spot at the event, click here.
Juneteenth Jubilee
June 17 | 4 - 9 p.m.
Arts for Lawrence is set to host the "3rd Annual Juneteenth Jubilee" Saturday at 4 p.m.
The jubilee is a free community event featuring musicians, dancers, actors, singers and visual artists from the Indy area. The lineup announcement is expected to be released soon.
The event will also have food trucks, vendors, kids activates and more.
For more information on the event, click here.
To claim your free ticket, click here.
Juneteenth Freedom Celebration
June 17 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Tarkington Park in Broad Ripple is set to host the "3rd Annual Juneteenth Freedom Celebration" Saturday at 45 W. 40th St.
The free community event will start at 10 a.m. and feature a youth basketball clinic, blood drive, health clinic, food trucks, performances and more.
For more information on the event, click here.
Free Day! Juneteenth at the Indiana State Museum
June 17 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The Indiana State Museum is partnering with White River State Park to offer free admission in honor of Juneteenth.
All 12 Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites will be free to the public from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The festival will feature live performances by local artists, opportunities to chat with curators, food trucks, and hands-on art activities.
To learn more about Free Day! Juneteenth, click here.
Juneteenth Eastside Celebration
Juneteenth | Noon - 5 p.m.
The Moorhead Community Resource Center is hosting the "2nd Annual "Juneteenth Eastside Celebration" at 8400 E 10th St.
The free celebration will feature food trucks, vendors and community resource providers.
For more information on the event, click here.
Firework Show
Juneteenth | 7 - 10 p.m.
Day-of celebrations will light up the sky with a firework show outside of the Flanner House at 2424 Doctor M.L.K. Jr. St.
The firework show, hosted by Indy Juneteenth Inc., will begin immediately after 9 p.m.
For more information on the firework show, click here. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/heres-how-celebrate-juneteenth-indy-holiday-festival-parade-firework/531-b43b5ab4-fc0d-4260-b2a8-46fd38e88378 | 2023-06-08T19:30:58 | 1 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/heres-how-celebrate-juneteenth-indy-holiday-festival-parade-firework/531-b43b5ab4-fc0d-4260-b2a8-46fd38e88378 |
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WTVA) — A man is accused of breaking into two churches in Columbus.
The Columbus Police Department identified the suspect as Deshon Marquez O’Neal.
He’s accused of breaking into the Columbus Church of Christ and Our Savior Lutheran Church.
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According to Police, he admitted to stealing robes from a church.
O’Neal told officers his name was Jesus and claimed he burglarized the churches for religious reasons, according to Police. | https://www.wtva.com/news/local/man-arrested-for-church-burglaries-in-columbus/article_f38fadec-0619-11ee-b651-5f4b9ec34614.html | 2023-06-08T19:39:35 | 0 | https://www.wtva.com/news/local/man-arrested-for-church-burglaries-in-columbus/article_f38fadec-0619-11ee-b651-5f4b9ec34614.html |
BREAKING NEWS
Train carrying new vehicles derails near Williams
Laura Daniella Sepulveda
Arizona Republic
Over 20 train cars carrying new vehicles were upturned after a freight train derailed overnight near Williams, according to the Coconino County Emergency Management Department.
The emergency management department said the incident happened early Thursday morning, just east of the town of Williams.
A total of 23 wagons derailed and had serious damage, the emergency management department said. The train cars were carrying a variety of new cars, vans and trucks.
No one was injured as a result of the incident and cleanup was underway. | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-breaking/2023/06/08/williams-train-derails/70301896007/ | 2023-06-08T19:45:16 | 0 | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-breaking/2023/06/08/williams-train-derails/70301896007/ |
'It's a really weird year': No extra fire restrictions in effect for Coconino National Forest
More than a month into fire season, the area is typically be under full fire restrictions by this point, officials said.
FLAGSTAFF — There are no current fire restrictions in the Coconino National Forest except for the year-round bans that are already in place as an unusual fire season continues in northern Arizona.
"It's a really weird year in that no fire restrictions are in effect right now," said Randi Shaffer, Deputy Public Affairs Officer with the U.S. Forest Service.
Right now, there are only small area closures around three wildfires that are currently burning in addition to the existing year-round camping and campfire ban, the boundaries of which were expanded in May to cut down on human-caused fires.
Reggie Roakes, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Flagstaff, attributes this year's unusual fire season to the area's record-breaking winter snowfall followed by extensive snowmelt and extended showers.
This has created ample moisture for the area and kept wildfire fuels from drying out early, he said.
In normal years, the area is usually under Stage 2 full fire restrictions by this point in the season, Shaffer said.
"We'd typically be at the point where we're not allowing campfires for dispersed camping or allowing campfires for campground camping," she said.
Rangers are still patrolling the forest as the agency continues with public outreach to educate those who may be used to camping in the newly restricted areas.
Shaffer emphasizes that mindful camping, like fully extinguishing campfires and ensuring its cold to the touch before leaving, is still vital to keeping the area safe and fire-free.
"Just because there are no fire restrictions in effect doesn't mean the best practices of having a campfire out in the forest don't still apply," she said.
Reach the reporter at LLatch@gannett.com.
The Republic’s coverage of northern Arizona is funded, in part, with grants from Vitalyst Health Foundation and Report from America. To support regional Arizona news coverage like this, make a tax-deductible donation at supportjournalism.azcentral.com. | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-wildfires/2023/06/08/no-fire-restrictions-in-place-throughout-coconino-national-forest/70302315007/ | 2023-06-08T19:45:22 | 0 | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-wildfires/2023/06/08/no-fire-restrictions-in-place-throughout-coconino-national-forest/70302315007/ |
Night construction on Interstate 5 near Woodburn to cause delays in June
Shannon Sollitt
Salem Statesman Journal
Night construction will cause some delays and new traffic patterns on Interstate 5 this month near Woodburn and Donald.
Oregon Department of Transportation is replacing two weigh-in motion scales, used to weigh semi-trucks while they're still in motion, and will be working from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. Sunday through Thursday in June.
Construction will take place near milepost 271 for northbound traffic and milepost 276 for southbound traffic. The work will limit travel to the far-left lane only for northbound and southbound traffic.
ODOT is asking drivers to be patient and alert in the work zone and expect delays. Drivers can check TripCheck.com for information on traffic impacts. | https://www.statesmanjournal.com/story/news/local/2023/06/08/odot-i5-night-construction-traffic-woodburn-oregon/70298698007/ | 2023-06-08T19:45:34 | 0 | https://www.statesmanjournal.com/story/news/local/2023/06/08/odot-i5-night-construction-traffic-woodburn-oregon/70298698007/ |
COCOA BEACH, Fla. – Comic Con returns to the Space Coast on June 10 and 11 for a weekend jam-packed with cosplay, comic books and content creators.
Back in full swing for the first time since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Space Coast Comic Con 2023 will offer tabletop gaming tournaments, cosplay competitions and a Q&A panel for special guests, among several other small events throughout the weekend.
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Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the minds behind several successful comic books, cosplay influencers and vendors.
Additionally, there will be an opportunity for Central Florida filmmakers and comic book writers to showcase their work.
Ticket prices for the event range from $5 to $30 and can be found on the Space Coast Comic Con website.
You can listen to every episode of Florida’s Fourth Estate in the media player below: | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2023/06/08/cocoa-beach-welcomes-back-space-coast-comic-convention/ | 2023-06-08T19:48:32 | 0 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2023/06/08/cocoa-beach-welcomes-back-space-coast-comic-convention/ |
The following is the opinion and analysis of the writer:
The charged debate on raising the debt limit dominated headlines for months in Arizona and across the country, and only got more heated in the 97 days between President Biden’s first and second meeting with Speaker McCarthy.
The drumbeat of dire predictions got a lot of people worked up but did little to solve the actual problem. When the speeches finally came to an end, all the sky-is-falling scenarios amounted to little more than partisan rhetoric.
According to a recent poll, 60% of Americans supported raising our nation’s debt limit while cutting federal government spending. This context is key. Critics accused House Republicans of being extreme and unreasonable by insisting from the outset that spending reductions needed to be on the table.
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Like so many of their arguments, it simply wasn’t true.
In fact, the legislation we passed reflects the priorities of most of the hardworking men and women I represent in southeastern Arizona. It’s a reasonable and responsible approach to dealing with the debt limit while laying the groundwork for reining in out-of-control government spending.
The Fiscal Responsibility Act passed with bipartisan support in the House and Senate and was signed into law by the President on June 3. Not everyone is completely happy with the end result – me included. However, I am proud to have supported the bill because it’s a good start.
As a conservative, I prioritize responsible governance. The reasons to support this legislation were both clear and compelling:
- We avoid a default and we pay our bills;
- We don’t do a “clean lift” with no spending behavior changes - unlike the last nine times under Democrats and Republican majorities;
- We do not raise taxes;
- We create no new government programs;
- We included work requirements for unemployment benefits
- We will spend less money next year than we did last year; and
- We will implement the single largest deficit reduction in our nation’s history.
Factor in that all this was accomplished while protecting our sacred obligations to our seniors through Medicare and Social Security and increasing funding for our veterans. Two other major provisions - clawing back $28 billion in unspent COVID relief funds and pumping the brakes on President Biden’s reckless student loan forgiveness program – made me even more confident that this was the best deal on the table.
As significant as these accomplishments are, they amount to small steps in the right direction. We still have a lot of work to do. We must reduce government spending and continue our aggressive efforts at tackling our nation’s $32 trillion debt. Getting our financial house in order is like changing the direction of a large ship. To do so, we must turn it one degree at a time.
The Fiscal Responsibility Act also reflects our divided government - Republicans control the House and Democrats control the Senate and the White House. My constituents elected me to govern and get results, not get on TV and grandstand.
For me, that means closely examining the size and scope of the federal government. The next important step is the House appropriations process where Congress will determine the amount and purpose of federal government spending. As the only member of the Arizona congressional delegation on the House Appropriations Committee, I have a seat at the table where I will be combing through spending proposals line-by-line in the weeks and months ahead. I’m committed to forging a budget that responsibly funds our government.
For too long, Washington has had a spending addiction. Passage of the Fiscal Responsibility Act is a step in the right direction. It’s the beginning of a necessary and long overdue process of getting the federal government on a path towards fiscal sanity. It is not a final victory. I’ll take the wins in this bill and continue fighting for more. The work isn’t done.
Juan Ciscomani represents Arizona’s 6th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. | https://tucson.com/opinion/local/congressman-juan-ciscomani-the-debt-limit-bill-is-a-responsible-step-in-the-right-direction/article_09c4e29e-062e-11ee-b74a-8f6ab76d47cf.html | 2023-06-08T19:52:40 | 0 | https://tucson.com/opinion/local/congressman-juan-ciscomani-the-debt-limit-bill-is-a-responsible-step-in-the-right-direction/article_09c4e29e-062e-11ee-b74a-8f6ab76d47cf.html |
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — A Schuylkill County man will spend time in prison for an armed carjacking and fire in Luzerne County.
David Carls of Frackville was sentenced to seven to 14 years in state prison on charges related to the carjacking, robbery, and arson in November of 2021.
He entered a no contest plea earlier this year.
Police said Carls carjacked the woman and then started the fire at the home in the Beech Mountain Lakes development in Drums.
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COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP, PA — Few campsites at Tobyhanna State Park in Coolbaugh Township were filled on Thursday morning.
Some campers brought their RVs, while others, like Terry Place from Pennsburg, had a tent.
"We're just goofing around, but we've been here all week, and we really have had a fun time with the grandkids," said Place.
But fun for these mid-week campers was put on pause when thick smoke and haze from wildfires in Canada made their way to our area.
"We were a little disappointed in the weather because the smoke kind of covered up the sun. It was pretty chilly. We had hoped to go out on the water, maybe rent a boat or whatever, I don't know, but that just wasn't going to happen," Place said.
After spending all of Wednesday inside their camper, Alma Storm and her boyfriend Bill Legg decided to take advantage of the less smoky weather.
"Today, we kind of just played cards in the camper, and then we came out to get some sun. The air is much better, and we went for a walk," Storm said.
Despite thick smoke and haze on Wednesday, campers tell Newswatch 16 they weren't too concerned with being outside.
"It wasn't that bad. It was definitely smoky, and you could see the smoke, but we did alright, and we just hung around the campfire a lot. We were kind of making our own smoke. But we three in our group, we're asthmatics, and they all did just fine," Place said.
"I wasn't nervous. Bill has COPD, so I mean, he had to stay in, but we just stayed in. It was comfortable inside," Storm said.
Campers hope their next state park vacation will have clearer skies and warmer weather.
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Information from the state DEP about air quality is posted HERE. | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/monroe-county/campers-make-most-of-smoky-pocono-vacation-tobyhanna-state-park-smoke-canadian-wildfires/523-d1ea5acc-1d78-402e-801f-3f928b892d8e | 2023-06-08T20:00:30 | 1 | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/monroe-county/campers-make-most-of-smoky-pocono-vacation-tobyhanna-state-park-smoke-canadian-wildfires/523-d1ea5acc-1d78-402e-801f-3f928b892d8e |
WAYNE COUNTY, Pa. — A man is accused of driving into a shed and beating up a man inside, according to state police in Wayne County.
Investigators said Michael Farley, 40, drove his vehicle into a shed on a property on Stanton Drive in Clinton Township, north of Waymart. Farley allegedly got out of his vehicle and assaulted a man inside the shed with a wrench.
It happened around 7 p.m. Saturday.
Farley was picked up after a traffic stop on Monday and charged with aggravated assault, simple assault, and recklessly endangering another person.
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Benton Harbor released from EPA order to fix drinking water system
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Thursday released the city of Benton Harbor from a November 2021 order to fix problems with its drinking water safety procedures to protect residents from exposure to lead.
The order less than two years ago after a federal and state inspection of the city's drinking water system found violations and deficiencies. Benton Harbor residents and environmental and civil rights groups had filed an emergency petition for intervention by the EPA two months before the order was issued. The city had exceeded the federal lead action standard of 15 parts per billion for three straight years.
“We are pleased that the city has taken action as directed by EPA to protect public health and ensure this crucial access,” EPA Region 5 Administrator Debra Shore said in a statement. “Today’s action recognizes the important progress in the community to reduce exposure to lead and better protect the city’s drinking water system from harmful pollution and hazards.”
Lead levels in the city's drinking water were first found to exceed state and federal action standards in 2018. The EPA identified deficiencies in the city’s water system and criticized officials for a lack of records, insufficient public notice on elevated lead levels and a need to improve its corrosion control formula and better monitor residual disinfectants in the water.
Lead levels have since declined under the federal action standard during the past three half-year samplings. The latest reading in the first half of 2022 was 8 ppb, according to the state of Michigan.
Officials first tried treating the city's lead water lines with a corrosion chemical blend that failed to control harmful lead levels in the drinking water. This method was criticized as ineffective by water quality specialists. Residents were also given water filters but lacked proper instruction on how to install and maintain them.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer issued an executive directive in November 2021, ordering all lead service lines in Benton Harbor to be replaced by 2023. All of Benton Harbor's water service lines have since been replaced or verified as non-lead, according to the EPA.
While Benton Harbor has satisfactorily completed all the terms of the 2021 order, it must continue to comply with the Safe Drinking Water Act requirements, the EPA said. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) will continue to maintain this compliance.
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Glass-blowing event to benefit Metro Detroit schools returns after 2-year hiatus
After a two-year hiatus, a fundraiser that helps put art classes, materials and lessons from artists in Detroit area schools is roaring back.
This weekend, the Michigan Glass Project will host its 9th annual glassblowing and live arts festival at the Russell Industrial Center and a few other venues. Glassblowers from around the country will craft one of a kind pieces and there also will be a gallery show. Proceeds from the event, organizers say, will benefit Art Road Nonprofit, a group whose mission is to bring art classes back to Metro Detroit schools.
"(To the kids) art is everything; art is life; art is forever," said Carol Hofgartner, co-founder of Art Road Nonprofit. "These students take art seriously ... we're incredibly grateful for all these artists coming from around the country, so they can dip into their own creativity and make magic and meaning all weekend long."
Hofgartner said this year will mark the sixth year the Livonia-based nonprofit is the beneficiary of the Michigan Glass Project, as it has received $475,000 since the collaboration.
"Our event space is extraordinary and more than just a festival; The Michigan Glass Project's core values include collaboration and community," said Allison Key, co-founder and executive director of The Michigan Glass Project, in a statement. "The festival creates an opportunity for each individual's unique and personal contribution to join together with those around them, impacting a greater whole and ultimate goal."
Glassblowing artists from New York to Los Angeles will work throughout the weekend, creating pieces for the silent auction that end that ends on Sunday. A large-scale art gallery at the Russell Industrial Center also will showcase donated paintings, photographs, and prints, many made by live painters on site, the project said.
Through donations and the auction, Key said, a check is written to Art Road Nonprofit, which allows the group to bring art programming to Detroit-area schools.
During the 2018-19 school year, Art Road Nonprofit offered classes in five schools, serving nearly 2,100 students: Detroit's Spain Elementary/Middle School, the Charles Wright Arts Academy, Edison Elementary School, Ecorse's Ralph Bunche Academy and Grandport Middle School.
Hofgartner said 2021, however, their reach was reduced to Edison Elementary School due to the lack of funding. She said with the help of The Michigan Glass Project, they'll be able to grow their program again.
"Art is one of our first languages, so with COVID-19, students didn't have one of their first languages ... for them, the impact is huge," she said.
In DPSCD, principals are permitted to choose the admission of music, gym or art programs to the schools, based upon the number of students enrolled, according to Kristina Christian, principal of Edison Elementary School. All three programs are available at the school located on Detroit's westside, she said.
"The art program has had a profound impact on our school environment; the vibrant art work displayed throughput the hallways and classrooms has created an atmosphere of inspiration and positivity for our scholars," Christian said.
Students' artwork is also posted to social media so parents and members of the school's community can see the students' creativity on display, Christian noted. She said with the presence of Art Road Nonprofit in classrooms, students are able to use paint for drawings and construct models and sculptures of various objects.
"Its fosters a sense of pride with our scholars and ownership ... and makes our school welcoming and an inclusive space for everyone," Christian said. "We are so appreciative and thankful for Art Road."
The Michigan Glass Project kicks off 7p.m. Thursday with a documentary showing at The Detroit Film Theater at the Detroit Institute of Arts and closes 7 p.m. Sunday with a silent auction.
There will be 96 borosilicate glass artists working on 36 torches, 48 live painters and 90 DJs with live musical acts from local and national artists, the project said.
Tickets are available at the door. More information on the event can be found at: themichiganglassproject.com and artroadnonprofit.org.
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Cherry Street Pier is now home to an art installation that is focused on ending youth incarceration by displaying art about incarcerated youth.
“Freedom Constellations,” is an informative and immersive experience put on by multiple nonprofit organizations in the city, including Performing Statistics and Mural Arts Philadelphia, and the goal is for people to see what it means to lock up kids and it does so with virtual and augmented reality.
The art exhibit will be showcased at the Cherry Street Pier from now until Sunday.
“These people behind these walls are people too, they have a voice just like I do and all the people I work with,” Maria Murray, a Juvenile Law Center youth advocate, said. “We want them to know that they’re not alone, we’re fighting with them.”
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The art installation doesn’t just focus on youth incarceration but it also highlights the need for prevention.
The exhibit shows statistics such as how much money is spent to incarcerate youth versus how much is spent on community resources that could be keeping them from ending up incarcerated, said Mark Strandquist from Performing Statistics, a national cultural organizing project that uses art to advocate for a world without prisons.
The installation was done in partnership with Mural Arts Philadelphia, the nation’s largest public art program that’s dedicated to the belief that art ignites change.
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“Regardless of the experiences that I faced or other youth faced, it doesn’t define us,” Duane Price, a Juvenile Law Center youth advocate and one of the people depicted in the art installation, said. “We deserve a chance, a second chance like everyone else.” | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/new-art-installation-at-cherry-street-pier-focuses-on-ending-youth-incarceration/3581896/ | 2023-06-08T20:04:46 | 0 | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/new-art-installation-at-cherry-street-pier-focuses-on-ending-youth-incarceration/3581896/ |
MITCHELL — The following cases were among those heard Tuesday, June 6, during a circuit court session at the Davison County Public Safety Center, with Judge Chris Giles presiding:
- Roberta Woodside, 44, of Mitchell, was sentenced to 10 years in prison with five years suspended for distribution of a controlled substance in a drug free zone, a Class 4 felony that carries a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison and a $20,000 fine. She was also sentenced to five years in prison with five years suspended for possession of a controlled substance (meth), a Class 5 felony. The distribution of a controlled substance in a drug free zone carries a mandatory minimum sentence of five years in prison. A presiding judge can deviate from imposing the mandatory minimum, but Judge Giles imposed the five-year mandatory minimum prison sentence. Woodside’s charges stem from her selling a controlled drug to a confidential informant at a local gas station that was within 1,000 feet from John Paul II Elementary school. Woodside’s attorney, Keith Goehring, argued Woodside had a breakthrough while seeking help for her mental health at a South Dakota facility during her incarceration and said a prison sentence could lead to setbacks on her road to recovery. Goehring also explained Woodside turned to substance use to cope with her history of suffering from traumatic events. For the distribution charge, she received credit for serving 206 days in jail. Woodside also received credit for serving 204 days in jail for the possession of a controlled substance charge.
- Brenda Dwyer, 50, of Sioux Falls, was sentenced Tuesday for three separate drug possession charges. For all three of the possession of a controlled substance (meth) charges, which are each Class 5 felonies, she was sentenced to five years in prison with five years suspended. In total, Dwyer had a combined 15 years of prison time suspended for the charges. Davison County State’s Attorney Jim Miskimins said the “wheels really fell off” for Dwyer when she racked up three felony drug possession charges in less than a year and recommended a prison sentence be imposed. Dwyer’s attorney, Doug Pappendick, pointed to her efforts in rehabilitation as reasons to consider a probation sentence. As part of her sentencing, Dwyer will serve four years of probation.
- Beau Christensen, 42, place of residence unknown, pleaded not guilty to third-degree burglary, a Class 5 felony that carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a $10,000 fine. According to an arrest affidavit, Christensen allegedly broke into a Mitchell garage and stole $1,150 worth of tools, including a plasma cutter and chop saw. Christensen allegedly pawned the items at two Sioux Falls pawn shops. He was on parole at the time of the burglary. He is scheduled to face a jury trial in October unless he changes his plea prior to the trial date.
- Lindsey Hatwan, 43, of Mitchell, was denied her request for a bond modification. Hatwan is in custody for allegedly violating probation, which she’s been serving for possession of a controlled substance (meth), a Class 5 felony. In early May, Hatwan was granted a personal recognizance bond and was charged with possession of meth shortly after her release. During Tuesday’s hearing, Judge Giles said he had suspicions that Hatwan was tampering with her drug tests while on probation but did not say there was concrete proof of the allegation. With the bond modification denial, Hatwan remains in custody on a no-bond hold.
- John Fredericks, 52, of Mitchell, denied violating probation. He was serving probation for possession of a controlled substance (meth), a Class 5 felony that carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a $10,000 fine. He is scheduled to appear in court on June 20.
- Tyanna WittJohnson, 18, of Sioux Falls, failed to appear in court Tuesday for two counts of possession of a controlled substance, a Class 5 felony, possession of marijuana in the amount of 2 ounces or less, possession of alcohol by a minor and use or possession of drug paraphernalia, each misdemeanor offenses. A bench warrant has been issued for her arrest.
- Cassidy Jones, 23, of Mitchell, was sentenced to six years in prison with six years suspended for grand theft in the amount between $5,000 and $100,000, a Class 4 felony that carries a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison and a $20,000 fine. According to Davison County Deputy State’s Attorney O’Keefe, Jones received roughly $11,000 in paychecks from Pizza Ranch while she was no longer working for the establishment. O’Keefe explained the paychecks were delivered to her by mistake. However, Jones used some of the money to install funds into an inmate’s commissary account, O’Keefe said. As part of her sentencing, Jones was ordered to serve six years of probation and help pay roughly $12,000 in restitution fees. She was granted a suspended imposition with the condition of successfully completing probation.
- Deven Winter, 21, of Mitchell, was sentenced to serve two years of probation for violating probation. She’s serving probation for identity theft, a Class 6 felony.
- Ernest Isburg, 60, of Sioux Falls, failed to appear in court Tuesday for possession of a controlled substance (meth), a Class 5 felony that carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a $10,000 fine, and use or possession of drug paraphernalia, a misdemeanor offense. A bench warrant was issued for his arrest.
- Bryon Fischer, 49, of Mitchell, had his case extended two weeks. Fischer is facing the following charges: grand theft in the amount between $2,500 and $5,000, a Class 5 felony that carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a $10,000 fine, aggravated assault with intent to cause bodily injury, a Class 3 felony that carries a maximum sentence of 15 years in prison and a $30,000 fine, aggravated eluding, a Class 6 felony, unauthorized ingestion of a controlled substance, reckless driving and failure to make a proper stop, each misdemeanor offenses. According to an arrest affidavit, Fischer allegedly led officers on a vehicle pursuit on March 5 after taking an “unknown amount” of pills. During the pursuit that stretched from high-traffic Mitchell roads to Highway 38 on the east side of Mitchell, Fischer allegedly attempted to strike a Highway Patrol trooper’s vehicle, which caused the trooper to swerve toward a nearby ditch, the affidavit says. The pursuit came to an end when Fischer’s truck began experiencing mechanical problems along Highway 25. When Fischer brought the truck to a stop, officers managed to arrest him. According to the affidavit, Fischer began experiencing medical problems when officers took him into custody, prompting emergency transportation to Avera Queen of Peace hospital in Mitchell.
- Zeraya Sellers, 19, of Mitchell, denied violating probation on Tuesday. Sellers was serving probation for possession of a controlled substance (meth), a Class 5 felony that carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a $10,000 fine. According to attorneys, Sellers is facing additional charges in Hanson County. She was granted a PR bond on Tuesday to allow her release from jail. There are bond conditions attached to Sellers’ PR bond.
- Marcus Eaglestar, 20, of Mitchell, pleaded guilty to possession of a controlled substance (meth), a Class 5 felony. His attorney, Zach Flood, said the drug possession charge is Eaglestar’s first felony offense. He was granted a suspended imposition with the condition of successfully completing probation. Eaglestar received credit for serving 51 days in jail.
- Ian Austin, 27, of Mitchell, denied violating probation. He was serving probation for possession of a controlled substance (meth), a Class 5 felony. Austin’s case was extended two weeks.
- Aria Uthe, 25, of Sioux Falls, failed to appear in court Tuesday for a sentencing hearing in connection to a possession of a controlled substance (meth) charge, a Class 5 felony that carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a $10,000 fine. A $5,000 cash bond bench warrant was issued for her arrest. | https://www.mitchellrepublic.com/news/local/davison-county-felony-court-cases-for-june-6 | 2023-06-08T20:08:21 | 0 | https://www.mitchellrepublic.com/news/local/davison-county-felony-court-cases-for-june-6 |
Atlantic County authorities used prom season to educate area teens about the risks of impaired driving.
Led by county Prosecutor William Reynolds, law enforcement spoke to students at Atlantic City, Oakcrest, Absegami, Egg Harbor Township and Mainland Regional high schools from May 16 to June 5.
Staff from the Prosecutor's Office stayed with students following the presentation, offering them breakout question-and-answer sessions and interviews.
Reynolds was joined by Sgt. James Rosiello, who worked on fatal car crash scenes in Atlantic County for over 15 years, the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office said Thursday.
"Every fatal crash I’ve investigated has a common thread: a poor choice by one of the involved parties contributed to the deadly sequence of events to follow," Rosiello said in a news release.
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Teenagers are said to face a higher chance of being involved in a serious crash because of their inexperience as motorists, the Prosecutor's Office said.
Combined with alcohol or distractions like texting, the risk rises.
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"The pain and suffering go well beyond the initial scene and of that felt by those directly involved," Rosiello said. "On one side, a family must deal with the loss of a loved one without warning or a chance to say goodbye. Another family may be shattered by the poor choices their loved one made and the legal consequences that follow."
The students at each high school were given presentations on how alcohol can impair their decision-making behind the wheel and slow reaction times to sudden situations on the road.
A blood alcohol concentration of just 0.05% — less than the legal limit — leaves a driver three times more likely to be involved in a fatal collision. That risk rises to 18 times for drivers at 0.1%, slightly above the legal limit, the Prosecutor's office said.
Atlantic County has averaged nearly 40 yearly fatalities on its roads over the past decade, the Prosecutor's Office said. New Jersey has lost more than 3,200 lives in fatal collisions since 2018.
State law considers intoxicated or distracted driving as signs of recklessness, which could yield convicted offenders three to five years in prison.
Speaking from experience, John Kufos told students about how leaving the scene of a fatal accident led him to prison. He pleaded guilty to drunken driving and leaving the scene of a near-fatal accident when he hit a pedestrian in Ortley Beach, Ocean County, in 2011.
“I would do anything to change the past, but I must live with the consequences of my decisions every day," Kufos said. "I hope that my experience can change someone else’s future. I want to thank the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office for allowing me to share my story with so many students. We can save tomorrow’s victims by making the right decisions today." | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/assembly-series-urges-atlantic-county-teens-to-drive-sober/article_37984e48-0603-11ee-bf92-4f4f338482e8.html | 2023-06-08T20:10:40 | 1 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/assembly-series-urges-atlantic-county-teens-to-drive-sober/article_37984e48-0603-11ee-bf92-4f4f338482e8.html |
NORTH WILDWOOD — Two 18-year-olds from Pennsylvania turned themselves over to police Thursday for a set of car burglaries over Memorial Day weekend.
Daniel R. Harvey, of Havertown, and Eric J. Grigorians, of Newtown Square, were charged with burglary, conspiracy to commit burglary, theft and disorderly conduct. They were released on summonses pending court, police said in a news release.
Their charges come nearly two weeks after they allegedly broke into several cars May 28.
Police released images of the pair recorded by a surveillance camera. They allegedly burglarized vehicles in the 300 block of West 19th Avenue, as well as 21st and Surf avenues, Lt. Katherine Madden previously said.
They targeted multiple unlocked cars in the city between 4 and 5 a.m. that day, police said. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/north-wildwood-police-arrest-2-in-car-burglary/article_e2558624-062c-11ee-9e81-8b1c0b574e20.html | 2023-06-08T20:10:46 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/north-wildwood-police-arrest-2-in-car-burglary/article_e2558624-062c-11ee-9e81-8b1c0b574e20.html |
Mike Trout, 31, a 2009 Millville High School graduate, is a center fielder with the Los Angeles Angels and was the 2014, 2016 and 2019 American League MVP.
Tuesday: Went 1 for 2, walked twice, drove in two runs and scored one in a 7-4 win over the visiting Cubs in their series opener. Trout batted third, down one spot from his customary place in the lineup, and played center field.
Wednesday: Batting third and playing center field, went 1 for 4 with a solo homer in a 6-2 win over the Chicago Cubs. Trout's homer, his 14th of the season, led off the fourth inning. He also struck out twice.
Thursday: Drew Smyly (5-3, 3.56 ERA) is scheduled to start the 9:38 p.m. series finale for the Cubs. Trout is batting .278 with two homers and seven RBIs in 18 career at-bats against him.
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Up next: The Angels will begin a three-game series at home Friday against the Seattle Mariners.
Stats: Trout is hitting .265 (60 for 226) with 14 home runs, 35 RBIs and 38 runs scored in 59 games. He has walked 29 times and struck out 72 times. His on-base percentage is .363, his OPS .863. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/sports/local/daily-mike-trout-report-homers-in-win-over-cubs/article_bb908e58-0541-11ee-87b0-7b68e474b68c.html | 2023-06-08T20:10:58 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/sports/local/daily-mike-trout-report-homers-in-win-over-cubs/article_bb908e58-0541-11ee-87b0-7b68e474b68c.html |
ARKANSAS, USA — D.R. Horton Inc. of Arlington, Texas, continues to expand its footprint in the northwest Arkansas real estate market.
D.R. Horton, the nation’s largest homebuilder since 2002, paid $1.4 million for 16 lots in the Hylton Place subdivision in Springdale. The subdivision is in Phase 2 of construction.
Sales prices for homes in the east Springdale subdivision start at about $300,000 and go up to $400,000.
To read more on D.R. Horton, our content partner Arkansas Business has the full article here.
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FORT SMITH, Ark. — The 188th Wing, Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Fort Smith will soon have a new leader as Col. Dillon R. Patterson will assume command of the base on Sunday, June 11, 2023.
Col. Patterson will take over from Col. Jeremiah Gentry, who is retiring after more than 20 years of military service.
The formal change of command ceremony will take place at 2 p.m. on Sunday, according to a media advisory.
The Ebbing Air National Guard Base is set to be the site of a military sales pilot training program that will bring F-35 fighter planes and a Republic of Singapore F-16 squadron to the installation.
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Canadian wildfire smoke has been choking the tri-state area for days now.
The prolonged problem is the result of a stalled weather pattern that happened at the wrong place and the wrong time for those in the Great Lakes, Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.
We’re under a weather pattern know as an "Omega Block" to meteorologists. Simply put, it’s a big ridge of high pressure over the center of North America with flanking low pressure areas over the East and West Coast.
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Another weather system that has helped drive the great Canadian-American smokeout — a low-pressure system over Maine and Nova Scotia — "will probably be hanging around at least for the next few days," U.S. National Weather Service meteorologist Bryan Ramsey said.
"Conditions are likely to remain unhealthy, at least until the wind direction changes or the fires get put out," Ramsey said. "Since the fires are raging — they’re really large — they’re probably going to continue for weeks. But it’s really just going be all about the wind shift."
The alignment of these high and low pressure systems causes the jet stream – the river of air running about 30,000 feet aloft — to become severely buckled. The shape of the flow resembles the Greek letter omega (Ω).
The buckled jet stream ends up creating the equivalent of an atmospheric traffic jam. It stops the migration of the high and low pressure systems, which leads to stagnant weather patterns.
In our case, the low pressure system along the East Coast is positioned perfectly to transport Quebec wildfire smoke directly down to the New York City area – day after day after day.
The smoke has been a problem since Tuesday, but you may have noticed it to be worse in the afternoon and evening compared to the early morning hours. It isn’t your imagination, it’s a real thing. But why does that occur?
Much of the wildfire smoke is carried in the wind flow aloft, several thousand feet up. During the day, as temperatures climb, the atmosphere becomes unstable. Pockets of warm, buoyant surface air begin to lift through the atmosphere – much like a hot air balloon rises.
To fill the void, colder air aloft mixes down to the surface and takes its place. A vertical circulation develops that is a very common phenomenon, but when there’s smoke lingering above, it gets mixes down to ground level, too. That’s a big reason why concentrations of smoke are worse in the afternoon and evening.
The atmosphere stabilizes and vertical mixing ceases as temperatures cool overnight, allowing the smoke to partly dissipate. By morning, the haze may still be there, but it’s less severe.
To end the smoky haze over the tri-state area, one of two things needs to happen. Either the fires get put out, or the wind patterns shift and blow the smoke away from us.
This week, it looks like a wind pattern shift is likely to occur first. The low pressure area over the East Coast will move out as we head through this weekend. This comes with a change in wind direction that we think will clear out a majority of the smoke.
As of Thursday afternoon, it looks like air quality this weekend will improve to moderate, which is safe.
Jennifer Peltz, Rob Gillies and Michael R. Sisak of the Associated Press contributed to this report. | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/smoke-map-when-will-smoke-clear-in-nyc-and-why-is-it-worse-in-the-afternoon/4405882/ | 2023-06-08T20:16:06 | 0 | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/smoke-map-when-will-smoke-clear-in-nyc-and-why-is-it-worse-in-the-afternoon/4405882/ |
Racing at Belmont Park was canceled Thursday due to poor air quality from wildfires in Canada.
It’s the second straight day the continuing fires north of the border have impacted sports in the Northeastern United States. Several Major League Baseball games were called off Wednesday. A National Women’s Soccer League game in New Jersey and an indoor WNBA game set for Brooklyn were also called off Wednesday amid hazy conditions that have raised alarms from health authorities.
With weather systems expected to barely budge, the smoky blanket billowing from wildfires in Quebec and Nova Scotia and sending plumes of fine particulate matter as far away as North Carolina and northern Europe could persist throughout Thursday and possibly the weekend.
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The New York Racing Association canceled live racing at Belmont Park two days before the facility is scheduled to host the final leg of the Triple Crown with the Belmont Stakes.
As previously announced, morning training was canceled Thursday at both Saratoga Race Course and Belmont Park. The conditions that necessitated the cancelation of training are likely to persist this afternoon and into the evening, according to the NYRA, and a twilight racing program that would kick off the 2023 Belmont Stakes Racing Festival has been cancelled.
“Based on current forecast models and consultation with our external weather services, we remain optimistic that we will see an improvement in air quality on Friday,” NYRA President & CEO David O’Rourke said in a statement.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul warned the Belmont Stakes could be called off if the air quality index exceeds 200 on its scale.
If the air quality is 150 to 200, only horses that pass an additional pre-race vet examination will be permitted to race.
People come from all over the country,” Hochul said. “It’s huge for the local economy. And so we … hopefully can get this going, but there’s no assurance of what the weather’s going to be. So it’s going to be a last minute decision, I’m sure.”
The possibility of postponement comes a day after games in New York and Philadelphia were postponed because of the poor air.
The New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) was delaying its non-public state championship baseball games from Thursday to Friday.
The Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference has moved its 12 boys and girls state tournament semifinals from Thursday to Friday.
The NFL’s New York Giants also canceled practice Thursday. | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/will-belmont-stakes-be-called-off-ny-gov-kathy-hochul-says-its-up-in-the-air/4406207/ | 2023-06-08T20:16:07 | 1 | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/will-belmont-stakes-be-called-off-ny-gov-kathy-hochul-says-its-up-in-the-air/4406207/ |
MODESTO, Calif. — Three people are in custody after they allegedly shot and killed a Modesto man who was following them after a burglary.
The shooting happened near Monticello Lane, just south of West Hatch Road, around 4:30 a.m. Wednesday.
First responders found 37-year-old Emmanuel Gomez dead in a car with at least one gunshot wound.
Police now say Gomez was following three people who allegedly burglarized his neighbor’s car when he was shot, causing him to crash into the orchard where he was found dead.
The Modesto Police Department identified the suspected shooter as 20-year-old Deshawn Austin. He was arrested on suspicion of murder, having a firearm while committing a felony, and burglary.
Two minors, both 16-year-olds, were arrested on suspicion of burglary.
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ROCKLIN, Calif. — People at Boulder Ridge Park in Rocklin may see more police patrols in the area after an increase in illegal activity.
The Rocklin Police Department said there have been more vehicles illegally parked, loud music, fireworks and cars doing donuts in the street near the park.
Over the past six months, police have increased patrols and issued warnings, but said going forward they will be issuing more citations.
The street along Park Drive is a popular place to watch the sunset, but recent incidents are disrupting neighbors, the police department said.
"We aren’t interested in surprising people with tickets, we just want to address the community concerns in this area," the police department wrote in a social media post.
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ROSEVILLE, Calif. — Roseville broke ground on a major regional sports facility Thursday.
The soccer complex is located at 2600 Westbrook Boulevard in the Westpark neighborhood. Once complete, it will have 10 lighted, artificial turf fields as well as supporting amenities, which include restrooms, shade structures, concessions and parking.
"We'll even have a large all-inclusive playground on the property that kids can play in whether they're visiting the soccer complex or not," Jill Geller, Roseville's Director of Parks, Recreation and Libraries, previously told ABC10.
Geller said the city chose artificial turf because it can withstand heavy use and the fields can be played on even in the winter months.
The sports complex is scheduled to be completed by early 2025.
Beyond soccer, the field could also be used for flag football, rugby, field hockey and lacrosse.
Also, the sports complex is set to be a huge boost to the economy in Roseville.
"This complex will generate millions of dollars in local revenue every year. We'll have people coming from all over the region and maybe even the nation staying in our hotels, shopping at our shops, eating at our restaurants, so this will be an economic boon for us," Geller said.
The 51-acre facility could also host tournaments, bringing in people from all over the region.
"Our population is growing obviously, and youth sports are increasing in popularity, so I truly feel like this complex is addressing a need that we have here in our own city as well as attracting these regional events," Geller previously told ABC10.
View a larger version of the master plan for the complex HERE.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Expect some lane changes on westbound Highway 50 starting around 5 a.m. Friday. This means that in order to exit to 16th and 10th streets from westbound 50, or to north and southbound I-5, cars need to use the two far right lanes.
The two far left lanes won't be able to exit at those locations but rather continue toward West Sacramento. The two lanes on the right will still have the option to continue west.
Dennis Keaton with Caltrans District 3 says they're anticipating backups for a couple of weeks as people get used to the shift, mainly impacting traffic on southbound Business 80 and northbound Highway 99.
In addition to the lane shifts, Caltrans is spreading the word about work zone safety. Keaton says Caltrans is working with California Highway Patrol to help enforce the speed limits.
Even with the enforcement, he says a lot of people are still speeding up to 75 mph or faster through the work zone.
"We’d like the public to cooperate with us because as much as we have the cooperation and the help from the CHP, we still need motorists to slow down on their own, stay off the phones and obviously don't get behind the wheel if you're impaired," said Keaton.
Keaton says in order for contractors to progress down Highway 50, they need to move lanes over to be able to pour concrete in new areas and create a safe environment for highway workers to do their jobs.
Loud construction noises are also expected along Highway 50 as work is done. | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/traffic-lane-switch-for-westbound-highway-50-starts-friday/103-4f18e376-b2d7-4a89-b5c7-0414e46118f0 | 2023-06-08T20:20:46 | 1 | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/traffic-lane-switch-for-westbound-highway-50-starts-friday/103-4f18e376-b2d7-4a89-b5c7-0414e46118f0 |
VALPARAISO — Valparaiso police say a 20-year-old woman kicked at and spit in the face of a police officer while being taken into custody on allegations of breaking into a local home and entering and damaging two vehicles.
Gracey Lovitt of Mishawaka faces felony charges of residential entry and battery against a public safety official, and misdemeanor charges of resisting law enforcement, disorderly conduct, criminal mischief and unauthorized entry of a motor vehicle, court records show.
A resident of the 800 block of Lafayette Street reportedly told police that around 9:10 p.m. Tuesday, Lovitt opened an unlocked front door, entered the home uninvited and threw property around while yelling incoherently.
She is also accused of entering a vehicle in the 800 block of Napoleon Street and another in the 800 block of Lafayette Street and causing damage to the interiors, police said.
While being placed in the rear of a squad car, Lovitt reportedly spit in the face of a Valparaiso police officer and repeatedly kicked him in the shin, according to charging documents.
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Lovitt also ignored the orders of officers, attempted to force her way by them, and repeatedly screamed at officers and bystanders, police said.
Lovitt has bonded out of the Porter County Jail and her case is pending before Porter Superior Court Judge Mike Fish.
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Bob is a 23-year veteran of The Times. He covers county government and courts in Porter County, federal courts, police news and regional issues. He also created the Vegan in the Region blog, is an Indiana University grad and lifelong region resident. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/crime-courts/valpo-cop-battered-by-woman-accused-of-breaking-into-home-vehicles-charges-say/article_65d07400-0623-11ee-a079-e3b12e1262e3.html | 2023-06-08T20:21:27 | 0 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/crime-courts/valpo-cop-battered-by-woman-accused-of-breaking-into-home-vehicles-charges-say/article_65d07400-0623-11ee-a079-e3b12e1262e3.html |
Richmond International Airport is busy and likely to be busier after starting new routes to four major markets last month, as well as seasonal service to four other cities.
But even before these new routes, passenger traffic jumped more than 21% for the calendar year to date, through April, airport data shows.
The 696,685 passengers who got off planes in Richmond and 690,221 who boarded flights here more than doubled airport traffic from the pandemic-depressed levels of 2021.
April’s traffic - 393,355 passengers - set a record for the month and was the second-best ever for the 96-year-old airport.
"Richmond International Airport has been on a strong recovery trajectory for more than a year," said Perry J. Miller, president and CEO of the Capital Region Airport Commission, which oversees the airport.
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"Earlier this spring, we broke through into record passenger territory. The airport is in growth mode to accommodate the aviation needs of the community it serves,” he added.
The airport is looking to be even busier in the months ahead with new services to Los Angeles, Minneapolis/St. Paul and Las Vegas, which started last month, while flights to Phoenix started in February.
In addition, seasonal service started last month to four destinations: the New York-Islip airport on Long Island, east of the city; Jacksonville, Florida; Providence, Rhode Island; and Cincinnati.
So far, planes are more crowded – that 21% increase in passenger traffic has those individuals flying on only 3% more airline fights, which totaled 16,430 through April.
The much smaller air taxi business saw a 24% increase, to 4,622 flights, while general aviation traffic – small, private planes - jumped by 42% to 11,016 flights.
The airport’s freight business is also booming this year, up more than 36% through April to 37.2 million pounds. Mail volume is down, however, dropping 60% to 68,308 pounds.
In its just-approved operating budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, the commission assumed more business than last year, with revenue from parking, landing and other fees, concessions and rents up 12% to just under $61.8 million.
The airport handles about 150 flights a day. They go to 30 different destinations, including New York's big three airports, Chicago's two airports, San Francisco, Houston and the major airport hubs at Atlanta, Detroit, Dallas and Nashville.
Richmond's airport underwent a major expansion of its facilities in 2007. | https://richmond.com/news/local/business/richmond-international-airport-traffic-up-sharply/article_9a674db8-0607-11ee-95f3-bb3b3a36c702.html | 2023-06-08T20:22:22 | 0 | https://richmond.com/news/local/business/richmond-international-airport-traffic-up-sharply/article_9a674db8-0607-11ee-95f3-bb3b3a36c702.html |
OZONA, Texas — The Ozona Stockman announced it will be ceasing operations and its final issue will be printed June 21.
Founded in 1892 as the Ozona Kicker, the Stockman enjoyed much success throughout the years.
The paper has won several awards in sweepstakes, general excellence, news and sports reporting, photography, advertising and special sections from the National Newspaper Association, Texas Press Association, South Texas Press Association and West Texas Press Association.
According to the Stockman, "the newspaper industry in general has been in a slow decline for the past 20 years for varying reasons, including internet access, competition for classified and advertising dollars online, and the growth of social media."
To read the full article on the Ozona Stockman website, click here.
The paper is also having an "Everything Must Go" sale; to learn more about that, click here. | https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/local/ozona-stockman-will-print-final-issue-june-21/513-df7368ea-409d-4886-ad7e-7b246d9779d3 | 2023-06-08T20:22:34 | 1 | https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/local/ozona-stockman-will-print-final-issue-june-21/513-df7368ea-409d-4886-ad7e-7b246d9779d3 |
RANGER, Texas — An Eastland woman died early Tuesday morning after being struck by a car. The Texas Department of Public Safety said the driver of the car did not know Sherry Ann Maxey, 64, was laying in the roadway.
According to DPS, the incident happened at approximately 1:05 a.m. Tuesday on I-20 at milepost 350 within Ranger city limits.
The car, driven by Viola Joyce Savage of Irving, was traveling east on Interstate 20. Unbeknownst to Savage, Maxey was laying in the right-hand lane of the eastbound lanes at the milepost.
DPS said at the time of the crash, Maxey did not have any identification on her person. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Neither Savage or her passenger were injured in the crash.
The report states DPS investigators are waiting for toxicology reports from a medical examiner's office to determine of impairment may have contributed to Maxey's death. | https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/local/pedestrian-laying-in-roadway-dies-after-being-struck-by-car-in-ranger/504-cdde56db-c038-41ed-b78f-e8789a25e897 | 2023-06-08T20:22:40 | 1 | https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/local/pedestrian-laying-in-roadway-dies-after-being-struck-by-car-in-ranger/504-cdde56db-c038-41ed-b78f-e8789a25e897 |
SAN ANGELO, Texas — According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 800,000 U.S. citizens suffer heart attacks each year.
Medical centers across the country hope to treat and care for those patients in the best way possible and Shannon Medical Center is being recognized for just that.
The hospital is one of only 262 medical centers across the country to receive the NCDR Chest Pain- MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for following the standards of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association regulations.
"It is an honor to award Shannon Medical Center with the Platinum Performance Award for their valuable national leadership and dedication to meeting comprehensive performance measures in patient care," NCDR Chest Pain- MI Registry Subcommittee chair member and Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center cardiologist, Michael C. Kontos, MD, FACC, said.
Shannon was chosen for the award based on the 2021-2022 performance years.
The award itself was accepted in 2023 thanks to the center's high-end medical practices and procedures.
Go to acc.org to learn more about the American College of Cardiology and all of its provided services. | https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/local/shannon-medical-center-earns-2023-award-for-heart-attack-treatment/504-79ef1bcc-5f09-45c7-b039-6c24d02416e3 | 2023-06-08T20:22:46 | 0 | https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/local/shannon-medical-center-earns-2023-award-for-heart-attack-treatment/504-79ef1bcc-5f09-45c7-b039-6c24d02416e3 |
OZONA, Texas — The Ozona Stockman announced it will be ceasing operations and its final issue will be printed June 21.
The paper is having a "Going Out of Business! Everything Must Go" sale.
All office supplies are 50% off (this excludes paper products). All sales are final and there will be no refunds or returns.
Everything is on sale including desks, tables, chairs, shelves, printers, glass display cases, file cabinets and an antique industrial electric paper cutter.
To learn more about the Ozona Stockman, visit the website. | https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/local/the-ozona-stockman-having-everything-must-go-sale/513-ad8c47a1-fae7-4019-affc-d916b7a1f799 | 2023-06-08T20:22:52 | 1 | https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/local/the-ozona-stockman-having-everything-must-go-sale/513-ad8c47a1-fae7-4019-affc-d916b7a1f799 |
Even with pollution advisory, Phoenix still has better air than East Coast
An air quality alert was issued for Maricopa County on Thursday. Even with the alert, the county's air quality is still significantly better than in parts of the East Coast, where smoke from Canadian wildfires has been impacting cities like New York City.
On Thursday morning, the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (AZDEQ) issued a High Pollution Advisory for the Phoenix area. The advisory which comes into effect on Friday, is expected to impact 1.7 million residents.
The advisory places restrictions on wood burning in residential areas of Maricopa County, and prohibits the use of leaf blowers. Furthermore, officials are encouraging the public to avoid the use of off-road vehicles.
Air in Arizona significantly cleaner than East Coast
As of Thursday, the air quality in Phoenix was relatively good with a 40 on the AQI scale. The AQI scale measures the levels of pollutants in the air, with a lower score meaning a cleaner air. These relatively good levels differ greatly from other parts of the country mainly the Northeast, which is being impacted by wildfire smoke from Canada.
In New York, which had a 174 AQI level as of Thursday, pictures of a smoked-out skyline went viral showing the effects of the worsened air quality in the area. In Washington, DC, Thursday's Arizona Diamondbacks-Washington Nationals game had to be postponed due to the low air quality levels in the area.
How can I check air quality?
Air quality can always be checked using an index map or by visiting any of the ADEQ forecast reports updated hourly online.
ADEQ also provides a list of the three levels of precaution to follow:
Level one: Stay smoke aware (no smoke, haze, light smoke, smoke in the vicinity)
Level two: Reduce outdoor activities (smoke in the vicinity, patchy smoke, widespread moderate smoke)
Level three: Stay indoors (heavy to dense smoke)
How can I help prevent ozone pollution?
AZDEQ gave recommendations to residents on how to mitigate ozone pollution:
- Drive as little as possible: carpool, use public transit, or telecommute. For information on transportation alternatives, visit Valley Metro: www.ShareTheRide.com.
- Fuel your vehicle after dark or during cooler evening hours.
- Reduce your time waiting in long drive-thru lines. For example, at coffee shops, fast-food restaurants, or banks. Park your vehicle and go inside.
- Use low-VOCs (volatile organic compounds) or water-based paints, stains, finishes and paint strippers.
- Delay big painting projects until HPAs have passed.
- Make sure containers of household cleaners, garage and yard chemicals and other solvents are sealed properly to prevent vapors from evaporating into the air.
- Eliminate wood burning in fireplaces, stoves, chimeneas, and outdoor fire pits.
- Avoid using leaf blowers. Use a rake or broom to keep debris out of the road and away from storm drains, ditches, and streams.
- Conserve electricity. | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix-weather/2023/06/08/phoenix-area-under-high-pollution-advisory-on-friday-june-9/70290843007/ | 2023-06-08T20:24:35 | 1 | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix-weather/2023/06/08/phoenix-area-under-high-pollution-advisory-on-friday-june-9/70290843007/ |
RENTON, Wash. — A nationwide extradition warrant has been issued for a homicide suspect accused of shooting and killing a 21-year-old man in a parking lot in March 2020.
Oshea Larenze Harold Williams, 25, is wanted for first-degree murder, the Renton Police Department announced Wednesday.
Williams is accused of shooting Jimm Andreas Route, 21, multiple times in the parking lot of the Formula One Fast Lube near Rainier Avenue South and Southwest Victoria Street in Renton on March 10, 2020. Witnesses told police they saw a gunman fire several shots into a white car that was parked.
Williams was identified as the suspect in April 2020. however, police say he has been able to avoid capture since then.
At the time of the crime, Williams was described as being 5-foot-4 and 130 pounds with brown eyes and black hair.
Police are seeking the public’s help in locating Williams.
Police say Williams should be considered armed and dangerous. If you see Williams, call 911. If you have information about Williams’ whereabouts, contact Detective Jacon Renggli at jrenggli@rentonwa.gov or (425) 430-7525. Tips can also be submitted to CrimeStoppers at (800) 222-TIPS or online at P3Tips.com.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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Coos Bay City Council weighed in on a possible shopping cart ordinance at their work session on Tuesday, May 23, with most councilors leaning toward not adopting an ordinance in favor of an electric braking system for shopping carts.
Tom Lindahl, Administrative Captain with the Coos Bay Police Department, provided a staff report discussing a possible shopping card ordinance at Tuesday’s night’s meeting. Lindahl said that in addition to reducing abandoned shopping carts being a 2023-2025 City Council Goal, city staff also frequently get asked about the issue.
“We frequently get questions from the public about this,” Captain Lindahl said. “I believe at a town hall meeting last June we got a lot of questions about this. I think it comes up pretty frequently from members of the public.”
Currently, there is no statewide statute that requires municipalities to have ordinances address abandoned shopping carts. That said, there are Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 98.515 and 98.520. Under ORS 98.515, local governments are permitted to enact ordinances regulating the unauthorized appropriation of shopping carts if they chose so.
ORS 98.515 also requires that enacted ordinances conform to ORS 98.520. Under ORS 98.520, signs must be posted informing the public that theft of shopping carts is a crime, a toll-free number must be posted where the public can report stolen shopping carts, and shopping carts must be marked with the businesses name and the toll-free number. In addition, businesses are required to retrieve shopping carts within 72 hours of being notified the shopping cart has been abandoned, otherwise they are fined $50. Businesses may also contract services for retrieving abandoned shopping carts and governments may dispose of shopping carts in their custody after 30 days.
Serval municipalities around Oregon have shopping cart ordinances in place, including Newport, Tillamook, Lincoln City, Portland Metro Area, Roseburg, and a vast majority of cities west of the Cascades.
Currently, when City staff find abandoned shopping carts, they are taken back to the business, or the businesses loss prevention team will retrieve them from the city, Officer Lindahl said. Officer Lindahl stated that the City of Coos Bay has collected about 30 shopping carts per month over the last 5 months, with spikes in cart collection in the summer months.
“On average they’ve collected about 30 carts per month,” Lindahl said. “That’s for the last five months. Over the summer months, it was substantially higher. It was probably about 100 carts per month.”
According to Public Works and Community Development Director Jim Hossley, that comes out to about $5,000 for the cost of cart collection during that period of time. Mayor Joe Benetti said that he didn’t think $5,000 was enough money to require an ordinance, and that he was more interested in pursuing an electric braking system for shopping carts instead.
“$5,000 doesn’t seem like it’s enough, but that’s just me,” Mayor Benetti said. “I’m not so interested in the ordinance. I’m interested in something they use up in the Salem area. A manager of the store up there uses an electric fence situation with brakes on the carts, so they can’t leave the property. I think that’s where we should go. I think the ordinance will be something that’s hard to do, and again, will take more manpower.”
Councilor Stephanie Kilmer agreed that the problem needed to be addressed, but that fining businesses $50 for a stolen cart may not be the right solution.
“This is definitely a growing problem,” Kilmer said. “This is more today than I think we we’re talking about a year ago. I’m not so sure that even a $50 [fine] is going to make a business want to go pick up a cart. Because they have a problem with getting people to do that as well. I think we need to work with the businesses that have shopping carts and find something that’s really going to stick and work for everyone.”
Councilor Drew Farmer was leaning away from an ordinance that fined businesses for stolen carts as well, noting, “A lot of times [people] rip off the identifiers so you got a cart with nobody to find.”
Councilor Farmer also suggested the city require businesses to contract with other companies to retrieve the carts for them.
“We could also require businesses to contract with somebody to pick up carts,” Councilor Farmer said. “I can think of a couple agencies in town that would pursue a contract of that type. I didn’t imagine staff to do it. I ran the numbers on what it would cost based on what we have already paid this year and it came up just shy of $20,000 per year.”
Mayor Benetti responded by saying he didn’t think a fine or contracting system would solve the root of the issue, abandoned carts, as much as operate as a band aid solution.
“I think that an ordinance where we just fine a business $50 or contract out with someone, I don’t think that’s going to solve this issue,” Mayor Benetti said. “There’s another expense for taking the cart back. If we can set up a braking system, I know it works up in Salem. These are even solar I understand.”
Councilor Stephanie Kilmer noted that she wanted to look at the effectiveness or ordinances in other communities before taking further action.
“I think that Newport, Lincoln City, and a lot of our coastal communities already have this ordinance in place, which will make it easier,” Councilor Kilmer said. “I would like us to go back to those cities and get some more information from the ordinances that they have in place.”
The council agreed to research the topic more before making any further decisions on whether to adopt a shopping cart ordinance.
Look for more updates on a possible shopping cart ordinance and other City Council News at https://theworldlink.com/news/. | https://theworldlink.com/news/local/city-council-weighs-in-on-shopping-cart-ordinance/article_132c80ce-0630-11ee-838f-8bf78a15013c.html | 2023-06-08T20:33:26 | 1 | https://theworldlink.com/news/local/city-council-weighs-in-on-shopping-cart-ordinance/article_132c80ce-0630-11ee-838f-8bf78a15013c.html |
A 33-year-old rural Coos County woman is facing multiple sex charges following her arrest June 6.
A Coos County Sheriff's Office Facebook post states 33-year-old Sarah Burnett was arrested in Hauser by a deputy serving a warrant for her arrest.
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A 33-year-old rural Coos County woman is facing multiple sex charges following her arrest June 6.
A Coos County Sheriff's Office Facebook post states 33-year-old Sarah Burnett was arrested in Hauser by a deputy serving a warrant for her arrest.
Burnett was transported to the Coos County Jail, where she was booked and held. She faces multiple crimes including:
Burnett is being held pending arraignment with a $250,000.00 bail.
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North Bend City Council adopted two ordinances at their May 23 meeting, including an ordinance adopting the Housing Production Strategy.
Ordinance 2067
The first ordinance adopted was Ordinance 2067. Ordinance 2067 officially updates the Housing and Economy chapters of North Bend’s Comprehensive Plan to implement the Economic Opportunity Analysis, Housing Production Strategies, and Housing Needs Analysis. Each plan is required by the state for cities of over 10,000 people.
Key recommendations from the Economic Opportunity Analysis included maintaining North Bend’s current supply of land, taking inventory of key properties and publicly owned land, streamlining the permit and review processes, engaging regional partners, and supporting connections between local industries, among many others.
The Housing Needs Analysis was used to inform the Housing Production Strategy. Key strategies from the Housing Production Strategy included rezoning land, regulatory incentives for affordable and workplace housing, expanding the range of housing types that can be built in city limits, tax exemptions for certain types of housing, among many others.
Key findings from the Housing Needs Analysis included that North Bend has a need for 260 new housing units over the next 20 years, with a majority of those units as single-family homes. The analysis also projected that North Bend will have 128 acres of available land accommodating 1,016 units over the next 20 years. The analysis stressed a continued need for a range of housing types.
City staff noted that they were happy with the way each plan turned out, despite some issues with the growth projections in the Housing Needs Analysis.
“The only thing we had issues with was the growth projections,” city staff noted. “But it follows what the state requirements project. They did add some addendum to this document because the growth rate was projected extremely low, in our opinion. So, some historical context has been added [to the document].”
According to the consultant group that helped prepare the Housing Needs Analysis, Oregon state law requires that cities use growth estimates from Portland State University’s research center. So, while historical context was added to the plan, the growth estimates in the plan stayed as projected by the university.
Councilor Jenny Jones added that the City Council all agreed the growth projections were too low.
“Just to reiterate, and I think all of us agree with this, the projections for the housing needs were much lower than any of us experienced either as individuals or through any of the organizations we talked to,” Councilor Jones said.
Ordinance 2068
The second ordinance adopted was Ordinance 2068. Ordinance 2068 amended Title 18 of the North Bend City Code so that the Housing Production Strategy can be safely implemented.
Changes to the city code include amendments allowing for middle housing types in all residential zones; reducing the allowed minimum lot sizes for triplexes, quadplexes, townhomes, and cottage clusters in all residential zones, increasing the allowed density of multi-family housing; increasing the maximum allowed lot coverage in R-5, R-6, R-7, and R-10 zones; and allowing for a second accessory dwelling unit if the unit is internal or attached to the primary unit.
To sum it all up, city staff said that this ordinance simply allows more housing to be placed on individual lots.
“What this ordinance does is allow for a little more denser housing to be placed on these lots,” city staff said. | https://theworldlink.com/news/local/council-adopts-housing-production-strategy/article_bf4dff62-0631-11ee-8919-378c1f9ded36.html | 2023-06-08T20:33:38 | 0 | https://theworldlink.com/news/local/council-adopts-housing-production-strategy/article_bf4dff62-0631-11ee-8919-378c1f9ded36.html |
September 29, 1957 – June 5, 2023
A funeral service for Debra Kay Lathrom, 65, of North Bend, will be held on Saturday, June 17, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the North Bend Chapel, 2014 McPherson Avenue, with Pastor Mark Schiro presiding. A graveside committal will follow at Ocean View Memory Gardens Cemetery in Coos Bay. A public visitation will be held on Friday, June 16, 2023 from 1-5 p.m. at the North Bend Chapel.
Debbie was born on September 29, 1957 in Lamar, Colorado to Lee Roy Lathrom and Lola Mary (Ledbetter) Lathrom. She passed away peacefully on June 5, 2023 in Coos Bay.
Debbie was a proud graduate of North Bend High School. She enjoyed spending time with her family, watching the ocean, playing cards, feeding the wildlife and she loved collecting Dalmatians and all things Disney.
Debbie is survived by her mother, Lola Lathrom of North Bend; son, Jonathon and Lisa Kingsley of Salem; son, Adam Kingsley of Coos Bay; grandchildren, Hope, Adam Jr., Emily, Zoe and Sylvia Kingsley; siblings, Terry Lathrom of Coos Bay, Michael and Judy Lathrom of Portland, Raymond and Lori Lathrom of Hillsboro and Linda Wilkinson of Eugene; and numerous nieces and nephews and extended family members.
Debbie was preceded in death by her father, Lee Roy Lathrom; brother, Jimmie Lathrom; brother-in-law, John Wilkinson; and sister-in-law, Carla Lathrom.
Friends and family are encouraged to sign the online guestbook at www.coosbayareafunerals.com and www.theworldlink.com. Arrangements are under the care of North Bend Chapel, 541-756-0440. | https://theworldlink.com/news/local/obituaries/debra-kay-lathrom/article_1b1a1088-060f-11ee-a2fe-bbf8677164da.html | 2023-06-08T20:33:44 | 0 | https://theworldlink.com/news/local/obituaries/debra-kay-lathrom/article_1b1a1088-060f-11ee-a2fe-bbf8677164da.html |
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – They might be cute and fluffy and tempting to approach, but the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is reminding the public to stay away from seals, sea lions and their pups.
In June, pacific harbor seal pupping season is in full swing and it’s not uncommon for people to see pups left alone on shoreline rocks or the beach while their mother hunts in the ocean. Mother seals must eat so they’re able to feed their pup.
However, if a mother seal returns to shore and sees activity near her pup, she might not rejoin it.
That’s why it’s important for people to avoid pups when they see them.
ODFW said other marine mammals that also spend time on the beaches in summer include California sea lions and elephant seals. Elephant seals molt this time of year and ODFW said while they might not look pretty, they are not sick.
All marine mammals are protected by the Marine Mammal Protection Act and it is a violation of federal and state laws to harass, touch or feed marine mammals.
The Oregon Marine Mammal Stranding Network documents and investigates marine mammal stranding events. It is primarily a volunteer organization and ODFW said it does not provide rehabilitation services to harbor seals, elephant seals and California sea lions, in accordance with ODFW’s policy on marine mammal rehabilitation.
Anyone who discovers a marine mammal that is obviously injured, sick or being harassed, report it to the Oregon State Police tip line at 1-800-452-7888. | https://www.koin.com/local/oregon-coast/leave-the-seals-alone-oregon-wildlife-officials-remind-public-during-pup-season/ | 2023-06-08T20:34:38 | 0 | https://www.koin.com/local/oregon-coast/leave-the-seals-alone-oregon-wildlife-officials-remind-public-during-pup-season/ |
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — It was 25 years ago that a tragedy struck the Wichita area. On June 8, 1998, an explosion at the DeBruce Grain elevator, the largest grain elevator in the world at the time, killed seven people and injured 10 others.
The grain elevator is near 55th Street South and Hoover Road, southwest of Wichita. It is now owned by Viterra, the new name for Gavilon, which bought DeBruce in 2010.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration found that there was too much grain dust on the day of the explosion, and the dust collection systems were not working. Investigators said some systems had been down for over a year.
The explosion
Grain dust is highly combustible. When it is suspended in the air, it can be explosive.
People in the DeBruce elevator before the explosion told investigators “that the cloud of suspended grain dust was often so thick that during these times one could not see their hand in front of their face.”
OSHA found that the DeBruce grain most likely ignited when a conveyor belt roller jammed, but the belt continued moving over it. The machine heated “well beyond” the level needed for ignition.
The dust ignited in a tunnel and shot in both directions. The resulting explosions shot to the headhouse, a structure in the middle of the silos that extended from the basement to 197 feet above the ground. From there, the blast wave traveled to the galleries along the top of the silos.
The south gallery grain dust had just been cleaned, so the fire went out. But the north gallery explosions continued into empty silos, down into the basement, where it again went several directions, including north to the exit. As the explosions traveled underneath silos, they also rose through the silos and blew off many silo tops.
The victims
The explosions killed seven men who worked for either DeBruce or Labor Source Incorporated.
- Jose Luis Duarte, 41, DeBruce
- Howard Goin, 65, DeBruce
- Lanny Owen, 43, DeBruce
- Victor Manuel Castaneda, 26, LSI
- Raymundo Diaz-Vela, 23, LSI
- Jose Prajedes Ortiz, 24, LSI
- Noel Najera, 25, LSI
Ten men were injured. Three worked for DeBruce, five worked for LSI, one for Dusenbery Trucking, and one for Rob Heimerman Trucking.
Ten people were on the DeBruce property adjoining the elevator. Most of them helped with immediate search-and-rescue efforts. OSHA says they were also helpful with the investigation.
Search and rescue
OSHA said the DeBruce Grain Emergency Action Plan “existed only on paper and had neither been described to nor rehearsed with workers.” Investigators also said there was an absence of documented work assignments, which made it difficult to know where the workers would be.
First responders arrived at DeBruce Grain within 10 minutes of the explosion. But they had trouble finding out how many people were in the structure and where they should start looking for them.
There was also concern that there might be more explosions. So fire and emergency personnel worked with caution, “even in rescuing and treating badly injured survivors.”
There were many challenges because of the immense size of the elevator and limited access to some of the damaged areas.
Some of the severely injured made it to the top of the 120-foot-tall silos. Others were helped to the top by rescue crews. From there, a large crane sent over by a local company assisted with getting them down. A U.S. Army helicopter from Fort Riley arrived to lift an injured worker from a gallery roof. The rescues took about four hours.
But there were still some people who had not been found. The day after the explosions, President Bill Clinton declared Sedgwick County a federal emergency, which allowed the Federal Emergency Management Agency to send 20 trained searchers and 42 support personnel to help local rescue crews.
They were initially looking for survivors. But as days passed, it became a search for bodies. It took five weeks before the last victim’s body was found.
The investigation
The Grain Elevator Explosion Investigation Team (GEEIT) handled the investigation into the DeBruce Grain explosion. The team arrived two weeks after the disaster.
The investigators analyzed physical evidence from the wreckage. They looked for marks, patterns, residue and scorching. It helped them determine where the explosions started and then traveled. The physical evidence also included studying the injuries. Plus, the investigators said they observed a massive amount of grain dust throughout the building.
The team also interviewed the injured and uninjured workers, plus people who had been around the elevator before the blast. They also talked to three people who heard the explosions.
One person about a half mile away was outside when he heard a loud explosion. He turned toward the elevator and saw black smoke at ground level. He saw a fireball shoot out the side and above the headhouse a split second later. He said it shot up about twice the height of the headhouse, approximately 500 feet.
Another person who was in his home about seven-and-a-half miles from the elevator heard a series of at least five explosions. He said the blasts woke his 18-year-old son.
The findings
OSHA blamed DeBruce for “deliberate” corporate decisions. The investigators said DeBruce allowed massive amounts of fuel to continually be created and distributed throughout the elevator, delayed repairing grain dust control systems, and abandoned preventive maintenance of equipment.
These three factors — voluntarily exercised by DeBruce in opposition to widely-known and recognized methodology for explosion prevention — caused the catastrophe. All three, which were well within DeBruce cognizance and control, made the disaster an inevitability.”
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
In February 2001, DeBruce agreed to pay $685,000 in fines while admitting no fault. The government had planned to take the company to trial at the end of that month.
DeBruce called the government’s case a ‘misdirected investigation’ but said it could no longer afford the time and resources needed to fight it. DeBruce said it was paying the fine to avoid putting the victims’ families through the pain of a trial. | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/25-years-ago-debruce-grain-elevator-explosion/ | 2023-06-08T20:35:06 | 1 | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/25-years-ago-debruce-grain-elevator-explosion/ |
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – The Wichita Fire Department responded to a fire at a south Wichita motel.
It started around 3 p.m. Thursday in the 2100 block of S. Broadway at the Imperial Motel.
A fire on the outside made its way to the attic. Crews were able to get the fire out quickly.
If you are traveling on Broadway, traffic may be impacted near the motel.
KSN News has a crew heading to the scene. | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/fire-under-control-at-south-wichita-motel/ | 2023-06-08T20:35:12 | 0 | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/fire-under-control-at-south-wichita-motel/ |
CHENEY LAKE, Kan. (KSNW) — The Reno County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help as they investigate a hit-and-run accident.
It happened on Willison Road, about a quarter mile south of Pretty Prairie Road, on the northeast side of Cheney Lake. The sheriff’s office says there were called to the area around 2 a.m. Thursday on the report of a crash between a white Chevrolet Silverado and a blue Dodge Ram.
The driver of the Silverado, a Hutchinson man, was treated by EMS. However, they could not locate the driver of the Dodge Ram.
A search was conducted of the area, including the use of a drone with an infrared camera, but the driver was not found. Inside of the Ram, deputies found a wallet with an ID that matched the registered owner of the pickup.
The sheriff’s office says as deputies were clearing the accident scene, the Dodge Ram’s owner called 911 to report that it had been stolen. The case is still under investigation.
Anyone who may have witnessed the crash or who may have information about what happened is asked to contact the Reno County Sheriff’s Office at 620-694-2735. | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/reno-county-deputies-seek-info-on-hit-and-run-crash/ | 2023-06-08T20:35:18 | 1 | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/reno-county-deputies-seek-info-on-hit-and-run-crash/ |
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — A jury has found Javan Ervin guilty of causing a crash that killed a pregnant Wichita woman on Thursday.
Ervin was found guilty of seven of eight counts he was charged with:
- Murder in the First degree; In the commission of a felony
- Aggravated battery; Reckless deadly weapon to cause great bodily harm/disfigurement or death
- Flee or attempt to elude LEO by engaging in wickless driving
- Flee or attempt to elude; Motor vehicle accident or damage property
- Criminal possession of weapon by felon; Convicted within 5 years
- Failure to stop at accident; resulting in death
- Drive while license cancelled/suspended/revoked
Ervin was found not guilty of criminal possession of a weapon by a felon.
Prosecutors said Ervin was a robbery suspect and took off from officers when he crashed into a car at Central and Ridge in July 2021. The impact of that crash killed Samantha Russell, but doctors were able to save her baby.
Ervin’s case was declared a mistrial in April because a juror allegedly told the judge another juror commented about media coverage in the jury room.
Sentencing is scheduled for Wednesday, July 26. | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/wichita-man-found-guilty-by-jury-in-crash-that-killed-pregnant-woman/ | 2023-06-08T20:35:24 | 0 | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/wichita-man-found-guilty-by-jury-in-crash-that-killed-pregnant-woman/ |
OTIS, Oregon — A Lincoln County couple are homeowners once again, and more than grateful a nonprofit that stepped up to give them hope following the historic wildfire season in 2020.
Scott and Barb Benedict's home in Otis was wiped out when the Echo Mountain Fire tore through their neighborhood near Lincoln City, reducing parts of it to little more than some visible scars like a burnt-out stove.
"It was challenging at first; it was devastating. We had nothing, so it was tough to find things we needed," Barb Benedict said.
Nearly three years later, the Benedicts are about the receive one of Oregon's first mass timber modular homes. The 990-square-foot structure was trucked in from Portland and then pieced together in just a couple of hours, right where their old house used to be.
"This is amazing, absolutely amazing, and it is such a thing they did for us," Barb Benedict said.
The modular home is one of several that were built earlier this year at the Port of Portland's Terminal 2.
"The task was not only to come out with a modular home with a certain style, it was to come out with a home that can be delivered quickly," said Ernesto Fonseca, CEO of Hacienda Community Development Corp.
Fonseca's nonprofit began building prototype modular homes to help put a dent in Oregon's affordable housing crisis, and to help families like the Benedicts, who would otherwise still be living in their travel trailer after the wildfire.
"People put their names in, and there was a drawing and you had to qualify and there were certain qualifications you had to meet, and then your name was put into a hat," Scott Benedict said.
Barb Benedict said she found out on her birthday that she and her husband would be getting a new house, which made the news even sweeter.
The Benedicts still have a few more weeks to wait before they can move in. They expect to be able to start living in their new home sometime next month, once the plumbing and electric work is complete. | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/couple-lost-everything-wildfires-new-home/283-82032dd8-8fe5-4431-800d-8a0af9ff9527 | 2023-06-08T20:36:53 | 1 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/couple-lost-everything-wildfires-new-home/283-82032dd8-8fe5-4431-800d-8a0af9ff9527 |
Multiple Delaware events canceled due to poor air quality, festivals still on so far
Smoke from wildfires in Canada has filled the skies in the eastern United States, prompting organizations to cancel or move outdoor events in Delaware.
Aware of the poor air quality in the area, the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environment Control advised event organizers to move outdoor activities inside.
“Right now, we need everyone to be safe, especially Delawareans with increased risk from this very unhealthy air,” said Secretary DNREC Shawn M. Garvin. “We love to get outdoors, especially here in Delaware, but today is not the day. Delawareans should spend this time indoors as much as possible.”
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Three major festivals scheduled for this weekend, the Holy Trinity Greek Festival in Wilmington, St. Anthony’s Italian Festival in Wilmington and the Delaware Pride Festival in Dover, had not been cancelled as of Thursday afternoon.
As for others, here is a list of Delaware events affected by poor air quality.
Torch run for Special Olympics ceremony
Thursday's formal ceremony for the Law Enforcement Torch Run for the Special Olympics was canceled.
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DMV operational changes
The Delaware Division of the Department of Motor Vehicles made operational changes for Thursday, including making cash booths at toll plazas unattended and canceling road testing in Wilmington, Delaware City and Dover.
Horse races at Delaware Park
Live horse races at the Delaware Park Race Track in Wilmington were canceled on Wednesday and Thursday.
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Unveiling of Delaware’s first dual-language learning trail
The new trail, which was supposed to be unveiled Thursday in Wilmington, has signs offering interactive learning activities for children and their parents. Wilmington Mayor Michael Purzycki was supposed to attend.
Brandywine Zoo’s storytime
The weekly storytime in the Wildlife Amphitheater at the Brandywine Zoo that usually happens every Thursday was canceled.
Beer garden at Hamilton’s on Main
Hamilton’s on Main in Newark canceled the weekly beer garden “in an abundance of caution.”
YMCA programs and activities
The YMCA of Delaware canceled all outdoor activities and programs on Thursday. Its childcare programs will keep all children inside. | https://www.delawareonline.com/story/news/local/community-news/2023/06/08/hazardous-air-quality-canada-wildfires-force-delaware-cancel-events/70303356007/ | 2023-06-08T20:39:17 | 0 | https://www.delawareonline.com/story/news/local/community-news/2023/06/08/hazardous-air-quality-canada-wildfires-force-delaware-cancel-events/70303356007/ |
ODESSA, Texas — The City of Odessa is warning citizens that they are experiencing some issues with their 911 phone lines.
According to the city, those calling 911 and their non-emergency numbers have not either not been able to get through or have had their calls dropped.
Odessa is working with AT&T to solve the problem.
This is all the information we have on the situation. We will update this story when the issue is resolved. | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/city-of-odessa-experiencing-issues-with-911-calls/513-737c2639-318a-470d-baa3-5018f033cd72 | 2023-06-08T20:41:08 | 0 | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/city-of-odessa-experiencing-issues-with-911-calls/513-737c2639-318a-470d-baa3-5018f033cd72 |
MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas — The eastbound right lane of I-20, Midkiff Rd to LP 250 will be closed Thursday night, June 8 from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Watch for slow moving vehicles in this work zone.
MIDLAND COUNTY, Texas — The eastbound right lane of I-20, Midkiff Rd to LP 250 will be closed Thursday night, June 8 from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Watch for slow moving vehicles in this work zone. | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/midland-county-road-closed-thursday-night/513-40bed459-945b-43eb-ac58-52d90e2dc7f3 | 2023-06-08T20:41:14 | 1 | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/midland-county-road-closed-thursday-night/513-40bed459-945b-43eb-ac58-52d90e2dc7f3 |
DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa Senate Democrats elected a new Minority Leader Wednesday night, ousting former leader Sen. Zach Wahls.
The decision to elect Sen. Pam Jochum of Dubuque was made unanimously ahead of the 2024 caucuses, according to a press release from the Iowa Senate Democrats.
“As a united team, Senate Democrats will continue to fight for the principles we believe in on behalf of the people of Iowa... Senate Democrats look forward to offering a better way forward for the people of Iowa – in 2024 and beyond," Jochum said in a statement.
Jochum, who represents District 36, is currently serving her fourth term in the Iowa Senate. Previously, she was the Senate President and Assistant Democratic Leader, and served in the Iowa House as well.
The Iowa Capital Dispatch, Iowa Field Report and Iowa Starting Line reported Wednesday that the change in leadership might stem from the firing of two longtime staffers within the Senate.
Local 5 has reached out to Wahls and Iowa Senate Democrats, but has not yet heard back about the staffers' employment.
While the exact reason for Wahls' removal has not yet been made public, Jochum thanked him for his dedication in the release, writing “I want to thank Sen. Wahls for his vision and leadership in guiding our caucus over the last three legislative sessions."
Jochum has advocated for expanding affordable health insurance coverage, protecting disability health services and more during her time in politics.
The next session of the Iowa General Assembly begins Jan. 8, 2024. | https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/local/local-politics/pam-jochum-zach-wahls-iowa-senate-democrats-minority-leader/524-18e7ec27-3a97-45fb-a384-216bded21ff3 | 2023-06-08T20:46:27 | 0 | https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/local/local-politics/pam-jochum-zach-wahls-iowa-senate-democrats-minority-leader/524-18e7ec27-3a97-45fb-a384-216bded21ff3 |
Smoke from Canadian wildfires is still producing elevated levels of fine particulates in the region, prompting the fourth consecutive day of air quality alerts.
“Exposure to smoke can cause health problems for anyone, but certain groups are more at risk than others,” said Ohio Department of Health Director Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff in a statement. “These include people with chronic heart or lung disease, children, the elderly and pregnant women. It is important to take precautions until our air quality improves.”
The air quality index for Friday is 103 in Dayton, 123 in Cincinnati and 97 in Columbus, according to AirNow. Any reading above 101 is considered hazardous for sensitive groups.
Smoke from wildfires contains particulates, which can be inhaled into your lungs and cause irritation of the eyes, nose or throat, coughing, shortness of breath, and chest pain; and can also aggravate chronic heart and lung conditions, Vanderhoff said.
In a Canadian fire season that is just getting started but could become the worst on record, more than 400 blazes — more than one-third of them in Quebec — burned Thursday and displaced 20,000 people in Canada. The smoke billowing from the fires sent plumes of fine particulate matter as far away as North Carolina and northern Europe, the Associated Press reported.
U.S. National Weather Service meteorologist Bryan Ramsey said the smoke will probably be hanging around.
“Conditions are likely to remain unhealthy, at least until the wind direction changes or the fires get put out,” Ramsey said. “Since the fires are raging — they’re really large — they’re probably going to continue for weeks. But it’s really just going be all about the wind shift.”
The smoke has led Major League Baseball to postpone some games, caused thousands of flights to be delayed and closed parks, including the National Zoo in Washington, D.C.
The most important precaution is to limit outdoor activity, especially outdoor exercise, and to spend more time indoors, Vanderhoff said.
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A Montana man was killed in a two-vehicle crash in western North Dakota's McKenzie County, the same day a truck driver died in the county after suffering a medical emergency while on the road.
The two-vehicle crash happened about 6:40 a.m. Central time Wednesday on a county road 14 miles northwest of Watford City. A westbound car driven by Clay Youngbird, 28, of Sidney, Montana, entered the eastbound lane and collided head-on with an oncoming pickup truck driven by Colton Wood, 31, of Williston, according to the Highway Patrol.
The car rolled in the ditch, and Youngbird was ejected. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Wood was taken to a medical facility with what the Patrol said were minor injuries.
The second incident happened about 7:20 a.m. on U.S. Highway 85 about 12 miles west of Watford City. David Jordann was found unconscious inside a semitrailer that had gone in the ditch. He was taken to a Watford City hospital, where he was pronounced dead, the Patrol reported. | https://bismarcktribune.com/news/local/accident-and-incident/2-die-in-separate-mckenzie-county-crashes/article_6d36b858-0605-11ee-8801-0be184c0908b.html | 2023-06-08T20:48:23 | 0 | https://bismarcktribune.com/news/local/accident-and-incident/2-die-in-separate-mckenzie-county-crashes/article_6d36b858-0605-11ee-8801-0be184c0908b.html |
DALLAS (KDAF) — The DC Universe is embarking to the land of Dallas, TX as The Flash in Concert makes a speedy destination to The Music Hall at Fair Park.
Fans of The Flash will be able to watch the new DC movie with a twist. The movie will be accompanied by a live musical score performed by the Dallas Pops Symphony.
This is part of DC’s DC in Concert: Film Concert Series, “For the First time, the DC Universe is coming to audiences, live. Fans will unite to see these epic films on larger-than-life screens with the amazing scores performed live,’ DC Universe said on their website.
The event will take place on July 31, with tickets going on sale July 9 at 10 a.m. You can find out more information here. | https://cw33.com/news/local/cws-the-flash-is-in-concert-with-its-world-debut-in-dallas-how-to-participate/ | 2023-06-08T20:48:23 | 1 | https://cw33.com/news/local/cws-the-flash-is-in-concert-with-its-world-debut-in-dallas-how-to-participate/ |
LANCASTER, Pa. — Amid a Code Red air quality warning from the National Weather Service and the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, health experts have advised people to limit their time outdoors.
For those who have to go outside, there are precautions they can take to protect themselves from the smoke.
“The best precaution is not being outside,” said Dr. Taj Rahman, medical director of pulmonary medicine at UPMC. “Having said that, if you have to be outside, one of the good things would be to have a mask on.”
Health experts recommend wearing a mask for any prolonged period outside. Preferred masks include respirators and the same N-95 masks that many wore during the pandemic. Both can protect against fine particulate air pollution. Other masks, such as surgical or cloth masks, do not work as well, but are better than nothing.
Dr. Rahman also suggested limiting activities outside that can increase breathing or make you feel out of breath.
“Avoid jogging outside or more strenuous activities, anything to prevent these particles from getting into the lungs,” he said.
Not everyone, though, can avoid being outside. Construction worker Matt Spohn was outside paving a sidewalk Thursday morning without a mask.
“Because it's not really that bad out, I don't think. There's plenty of other people out here working. It just doesn't phase me,” Spohn said.
Poor air quality is especially hazardous for those with asthma, heart disease and lung disease. If you have one of those conditions and work outside, health experts suggest watching the forecast tomorrow morning. If it is Code Red or worse, you may want to consider calling off work. | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/protect-wildfire-smoke-outside/521-3f092340-85b9-4af3-bb31-4552dcc49cac | 2023-06-08T20:49:43 | 1 | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/protect-wildfire-smoke-outside/521-3f092340-85b9-4af3-bb31-4552dcc49cac |
BANGOR -- The Maine State Police is asking for your help in locating a man wanted for several crimes in Hancock and Penobscot Counties.
David Michaud, 42, of Lee has multiple warrants for his arrest.
They say they have reason to believe Michaud has cut his hair and lost weight since this picture was taken.
If you see David Michaud do not approach him.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Bangor Regional Communications Center at 973-3700 option 9 and ask for Trooper Ramp. | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/maine-state-police-looking-for-man-from-lee/article_dac3eb96-0634-11ee-8ff4-dbf9b418e7a1.html | 2023-06-08T20:53:14 | 0 | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/maine-state-police-looking-for-man-from-lee/article_dac3eb96-0634-11ee-8ff4-dbf9b418e7a1.html |
Midland’s gas price average remains 3 cents lower than the state average, AAA Texas reported Thursday.
Midland saw no change in the gas prices this week, with an average per gallon at $3.08. That price is below the $3.11 average across the state and higher than the $3.00 average in Odessa.
A few West Texas cities saw dramatic increases in gas prices this week like Abilene and El Paso, where drivers experienced a 13- and 14-cent increase, respectively. Odessa also reported no change.
Odessa is home to the third-cheapest gas price average in Texas, tied with Victoria and Sherman-Denison. The cheapest price across the state was $2.97 in McAllen.
“Crude oil prices have been increasing with news of Saudi Arabia planning to reduce its oil output next month. On the other hand, there are still concerns about gas and oil demand in the face of a possible economic slowdown with inflation and higher interest rates on the minds of investors. Demand was at summer-like levels over the Memorial Day holiday weekend, which continues to support the outlook of strong demand for travel over the summer months,” AAA reported.
The only West Texas city posting a sub-$3 gas price average is San Angelo at $2.99 (down 1 cent this week). Other averages included $3.05 in Lubbock (down 4 cents), $3.15 in Abilene, $3.18 in Amarillo (up 5 cents) and $3.47 in El Paso.
The price of gas in Midland has decreased $1.42 in the last year. The state average has decreased $1.51.
Texas has the third-cheapest gas price average nationwide. Mississippi still has the cheapest gas prices in the country. | https://www.mrt.com/news/local/article/aaa-texas-gas-prices-midland-odessa-remain-18142749.php | 2023-06-08T20:53:48 | 1 | https://www.mrt.com/news/local/article/aaa-texas-gas-prices-midland-odessa-remain-18142749.php |
The setting of a new city sales tax record is not a matter of if but when.
The Texas Comptroller reported this week that the City of Midland will pocket another $5.303 million – another record for that particular month – to increase the total for the fiscal year to $50,822,185.
That means with an entire quarter left in the fiscal year, the city will not only blow past the sales tax forecast for the year ($57 million) but the record ($60.3 million in 2019).
Should the city finish with the exact same amount as in FY 2022, that would add additional $16.42 million for a total of $67.24 million, which is nearly $7 million more than fiscal year 2019 when the current record was established and more than $10 million over what the city budgeted for the current fiscal year. The City of Midland is 22.19% ahead of the pace set last year.
Sales tax revenue is generated by sales tax income from two months prior to collection; June’s collection is based on April sales. The city’s fiscal year runs from October through the following September.
City sales tax report
June 2023: $5,303,373
June 2022: $4,872,944
Percentage difference: 8.83
Fiscal year-to-date 2021: $50,822,185
Fiscal year-to-date 2022: $41,591,527
Percentage difference: 22.1 | https://www.mrt.com/news/local/article/city-midland-s-sales-tax-collection-continues-18142305.php | 2023-06-08T20:53:54 | 0 | https://www.mrt.com/news/local/article/city-midland-s-sales-tax-collection-continues-18142305.php |
BALTIMORE — Poor air quality conditions continue throughout Baltimore leaving a layer of haze throughout the city from the wildfires in Canada.
Code Red has been extended into day two from the Maryland Department of Environment due to the massive amounts of smoke from the wildfires in Canada.
This means air quality is at unhealthy levels for everyone, especially in young children and older adults with respiratory issues and heart conditions.
Mayor Brandon Scott recommends those who must go outdoors to wear masks.
"This is a serious thing and as I said yesterday, if you don't have to be outside don't. And those who have preexisting conditions should be wearing a mask, I know when I go outside I'll be wearing a mask,” said Scott.
Scott said all outdoor activities have been suspended by Recs and Parks through Friday.
This caused places like the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore to close at noon. Some who went to check out the animals said they didn't even notice a change in the air.
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"I was surprised because I don't, I’m not on current events so I didn't realize the air quality was that bad,” said Bridget Walters who was leaving the zoo.
"It hasn't really affected me too much today. You can smell it at different times, it almost smells like you're sitting around a campfire,” said Christopher Henard.
"I didn't honestly see much of a difference, we came down here and had the day planned out and figured why not if it was that bad we would just take the kids home, but we haven't had any issues today,” said Rebecca Straining.
While others like Marie Lagos played it safe and followed the mayor's recommendation of masking up.
"We're wearing the mask because we want to protect our lungs, we want to protect the kids lungs. You can see the haziness in the air, it's really pretty heavy and you can feel it, you can taste it actually,” said Lagos.
Some don't have the option of staying indoors due to work or just wanted a quick workout before the air quality got worse. Either way, the air quality index is at 170 and the Department of Environment says steps should be taken to reduce outdoor exposure.
The City of Baltimore is distributing N-95 masks and offering extended stay for the homeless at the following addresses:
- My Sister’s Place Women’s Center | 17. W. Franklin Street
- Beans and Bread | 402 S. Bond Street
- The Franciscan Center | 101 W. 23rd Street
The CDC also provided some recommendations and resources regarding the wildfire smoke, starting with how it affects health.
Breathing in smoke can affect you right away causing:
- Coughing
- Trouble breathing
- Wheezing
- Asthma attacks
- Stinging eyes
- Scratchy throat
- Runny nose
- Irritated sinuses
- Headaches
- Tiredness
- Chest pain
- Fast heartbeat
A list of resources can be found here. | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/code-red-air-quality-continues-into-day-two-for-baltimore | 2023-06-08T20:53:56 | 1 | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/code-red-air-quality-continues-into-day-two-for-baltimore |
BALTIMORE — Police have released surveillance photos of a man wanted for attacking a pair of pro-life protesters.
A $2000 reward is now being offered for information leading to his arrest.
It happened May 26 outside a North Baltimore Planned Parenthood on N. Howard Street.
Two men, ages 73 and 80, were at the location opposing abortion.
Surveillance reportedly shows the man pictured below speaking to one protester in an aggressive manner, before rushing and tackling him over a flowerpot.
The second protester, identified as Mark Crosby, ran over to help only to be shoved to the ground.
While already down on his back, the suspect is seen punching Crosby in the face with a closed fist.
Before walking away the suspect allegedly kicked Crosby in the face with what police described as "extreme force."
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Aside from reviewing video footage, police say they spoke to at least three people who personally witnessed the assault.
The assault left Crosby hospitalized with serious facial injuries.
A GoFundMe has been set up to help with Crosby's medical expenses.
Anyone knowing the identity or whereabouts of the suspect is asked to call Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7Lockup. | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/police-release-photos-offer-reward-for-man-wanted-in-planned-parenthood-attack | 2023-06-08T20:54:02 | 1 | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/police-release-photos-offer-reward-for-man-wanted-in-planned-parenthood-attack |
WATERLOO — One in five children in Northeast Iowa faces hunger. When schools are closed for summer, kids who rely on free or reduced-price school breakfast and lunch have less access to nutritious meals that they need to grow and thrive.
The loss of two meals a day that were once provided at a free or reduced cost can present a big challenge to some families in both urban and rural areas. This summer, the Northeast Iowa Food Bank is partnering with 19 different sites, with help from many community partners, to provide a variety of breakfast, lunch and snack options for children who are at risk of going hungry when school is out.
“The summer months are not easy for many of our Northeast Iowa neighbors who have children,” said Barbara Prather, executive director of the Northeast Iowa Food Bank. “When school ends, so does access to school meals that families and children rely on.”
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The Northeast Iowa Food Bank will be providing meals at 12 Northeast Iowa partnering sites:
- Bethel United Presbyterian Church, 208 N. Vine St., West Union, 11:30 a.m.-noon through Aug. 18.
- Valley Elementary Learning Center, 23493 Canoe Road, Elgin, 9:30–10 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-noon through July 21.
- St. Joseph Community School, 216 N. Broadway Ave., New Hampton, 7:15-7:45 a.m., 11:15-11:45 a.m. through Aug. 15.
YMCA, 669 S. Hackett Road, Waterloo, 11-11:30 a.m. through Friday.
- Orchard Hill Church, 3900 Orchard Hill Drive, Cedar Falls, 11-11:30 a.m. through Friday.
- Orange Elementary, 5805 Kimball Ave., Waterloo, 11-11:30 a.m. through Friday.
- Trinity United Methodist Church, 1400 W. Bremer Ave., Waverly, 11 a.m.-noon through Aug. 15.
- Wadena Public Library, 136 S. Mill St., Wadena, 11 a.m.-noon through Aug. 15.
- Young Parents Together, 1605 Lafayette St., Waterloo, 4-5 p.m. through Aug. 18, Mond
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- Arlington Public Library, 711 Main St., Arlington, 10:30 a.m.-noon, June 12-Aug. 15.
- YWCA, 425 Lafayette St., Waterloo, 8:30-9 a.m., noon-12:30 p.m. through Friday.
- Kingsley Elementary School, 201 Sunset Road, Waterloo, 8:30-9 a.m., noon-12:30 p.m. through Friday.
- West Central Community School District, 305 Pember St., Maynard, 8-8:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m.-noon through June 30.
- First Presbyterian Church, 505 Franklin St., Waterloo, 8:30-9 a.m., noon-12:30 p.m., June 12–July 18.
The Northeast Iowa Food bank is also partnering with eight locations to provide afternoon snacks:
- Boys and Girls Club, 515 Lime St., Waterloo, 4-4:30 p.m., June 22–Aug. 11.
- Boys and Girls Club, Teen & Education Center, 815 E. Fourth St., Waterloo, 4-4:30 p.m., June 12–Aug. 11.
- Boys and Girls Club, 316 McCoy Rd., Elk Run Heights, 4-4:30 p.m., June 12–Aug. 11.
YMCA, 669 S. Hackett Road, Waterloo, 3-3:30 p.m. through Aug. 17.
- Orchard Hill Church, 3900 Orchard Hill Dr., Cedar Falls, 3-3:30 p.m. through Aug. 17.
- Orange Elementary, 5805 Kimball Ave., Waterloo, 3-3:30 p.m. through Aug. 17.
- St. Joseph Community School, 216 N. Broadway Ave., New Hampton, 2-3 p.m. through Aug. 15.
- Salvation Army, 89 Franklin St., Waterloo, 3-4 p.m., June 12–Aug. 11. | https://wcfcourier.com/news/local/summer-meal-program-sites-begin-waterloo/article_096f5678-03de-11ee-90af-53699ed35fe3.html | 2023-06-08T20:55:34 | 1 | https://wcfcourier.com/news/local/summer-meal-program-sites-begin-waterloo/article_096f5678-03de-11ee-90af-53699ed35fe3.html |
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A Mason City man already facing felony drug charges was arrested again on Thursday morning and charged with intent to deliver methamphetamine.
According to court records, 45-year-old Dalles Benjamin Dodge was arrested at his residence around 9 a.m.
The affidavit states that police found two baggies containing methamphetamine weight more than five grams on Dodge's person.
Dodge had a warrant for his arrest issued on April 19 after being charged with three counts of delivery of methamphetamine and one count of possession of methamphetamine. Those affidavits state that Dodge sold drugs to an individual working with law enforcement.
Dodge is facing up to 55 years in prison if convicted on all charges. No court date has been set as of Thursday afternoon. | https://globegazette.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/mason-city-man-picks-up-another-drug-charge/article_1451ec56-062a-11ee-af00-efc6a2844126.html | 2023-06-08T20:58:09 | 1 | https://globegazette.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/mason-city-man-picks-up-another-drug-charge/article_1451ec56-062a-11ee-af00-efc6a2844126.html |
Wally Mason, director and chief curator of the Sheldon Museum of Art, will retire on June 30.
Mason, who came to the Sheldon from Marquette University in 2014, is the fifth director of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln art museum, which opened in 1963. A national search for his successor is underway.
In a letter to members of the Sheldon Art Association, Mason reflected on his nine-year leadership of the museum, writing:
“I’m proud of all that we’ve accomplished together since 2014. We’ve experienced profound financial and collection growth, greater student engagement, and an unprecedented global pandemic that continues to pose new challenges," he wrote. "Throughout it all, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Sheldon Art Association board and members, museum staff, donors, grantors, and visitors have provided crucial support, and the wisdom they have shared has been a cherished gift.”
Mason’s accomplishments at Sheldon include creating a publicly accessible online database of the museum’s collection of more than 13,000 objects and bringing about acquisitions that strengthened the collection. Those acquisitions include major works by Richard Avedon, Robert Colescott, Lois Dodd, Leonardo Drew, Melvin Edwards, Jane Freilicher, John Marin, Elizabeth Murray, Joyce Pensato, Peter Saul, Ursula von Rydingsvard, Stanley Whitney and Sue Williams.
The Sheldon was one of the initial museums to receive artwork through Museum Exchange, the first digital platform for art donations — a matchmaker of sorts that brings together philanthropic collectors with accredited art museums. Since the launch of Museum Exchange in April 2021, the Sheldon has received 30 works through the platform.
Mason also aligned the Sheldon’s exhibition schedule with the university’s academic calendar, integrated the museum’s collection and exhibition with academic curriculum across the university and created new positions dedicated to academic engagement.
Mason’s efforts to increase financial support of the museum are particularly exemplified by several generous contributions that have prompted the naming of six galleries and a substantial grant that will enable Sheldon to develop online curriculum modules using objects from the museum’s collection to meet state education standards for high school students in communities throughout Nebraska.
Mason initiated and oversaw improvements to the museum’s landmark building, a high-modernist structure that opened in 1963. High-efficiency LED lighting has been installed in all public spaces, and a Collection Observation Lab was constructed to accommodate classes and scholars.
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Reach the writer at 402-473-7244 or kwolgamott@journalstar.com. On Twitter @KentWolgamott
L. Kent Wolgamott, the recipient of the 2018 Mayor’s Arts Award, has written about arts and entertainment for Lincoln newspapers since 1985, reviewing thousands of movies and concerts and hundreds of art exhibitions. | https://journalstar.com/life-entertainment/local/sheldon-museum-of-art-director-wally-mason-to-retire-on-june-30/article_cc7b5e68-062d-11ee-98b6-ab015e041a9e.html | 2023-06-08T20:59:49 | 0 | https://journalstar.com/life-entertainment/local/sheldon-museum-of-art-director-wally-mason-to-retire-on-june-30/article_cc7b5e68-062d-11ee-98b6-ab015e041a9e.html |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A man charged with extorting the family of a missing 18-year-old student whose disappearance many believe he was involved in is now in Alabama.
Joran van der Sloot, who was serving decades-long sentences for murder and drug trafficking, landed at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport Thursday afternoon. Van der Sloot, who is facing federal wire fraud and extortion charges, had made the trip from a prison in Peru to the United States on Wednesday. He and his legal team had previously fought the extradition but lost their appeal in court.
Despite never being charged, van der Sloot has long been considered the chief suspect in the disappearance of Natalee Holloway, who was last seen leaving a bar in Aruba on May 30, 2005, after graduating from Mountain Brook High School. As of Thursday, Holloway has never been found and she was declared legally dead by an Alabama court in 2012.
Specifically, van der Sloot is charged with extorting Holloway’s family in exchange for information on where she was buried back in 2010.
In Lisa Pulitzer and Cole Thompson’s “Portrait of a Monster: Joran van der Sloot, a Murder in Peru, and the Natalee Holloway Mystery,” van der Sloot allegedly began corresponding with John Q. Kelly, an attorney that had formerly represented the Holloways. In his emails, which ran from March 29, 2010, to May 27, 2010, van der Sloot offered to share the location of Holloway’s body, as well as who was responsible for her death, in exchange for $250,000.
“In subsequent emails, Joran agreed to an initial payment of $25,000 to show Kelly where Natalee’s body had been buried,” Pulitzer and Thompson wrote. “Upon recovery and confirmation of the remains, Joran would receive the remaining $225,000.”
According to the book, Beth Holloway subsequently wired $10,000 to Kelly to give van der Sloot, with the remaining $15,000 to be wire to his bank account in the Netherlands. Kelly claimed that after the second wire transfer was completed, van der Sloot took him to a nearby house in Aruba, claiming that Holloway’s body had been buried under the house after he had allegedly killed her by accident after throwing her down on the beach and hitting her head. Van der Sloot claimed Holloway was buried by his father, Paul, who died in February 2010 due to a heart attack.
However, Pulitzer and Thompson wrote that van der Sloot’s claims proved to be untrue.
“A review of the permit for the house that Joran had selected in the burial spot revealed there had been no foundation or structure at the location at the time of Natalee’s disappearance,” the book stated. “Although a building permit had been requested for the parcel on May 26, 2005, and an inspection had been conducted on June 15, the permit was not issued until October 18, 2005, more than four months after Natalee vanished.”
Additionally, Pulitzer and Thompson reported that the house was not under construction at the time of Holloway’s disappearance.
In an interview with “Today,” Kelly claimed that after the meeting, van der Sloot emailed him and told him he had lied about the location.
“He indicated it was all a hoax, which is sort of his M.O. with everybody — get the money, then say it’s a hoax and avoid criminal prosecution,” Kelly said.
Despite Kelly telling the FBI about having evidence of wire fraud and extortion, federal agents did not arrest van der Sloot, who said they were hoping he would lead them to the body so they could charge him with murder. Instead, van der Sloot subsequently left Aruba for Peru, telling his mother that he was playing in a poker tournament there.
“In hindsight, Joran’s escape to Peru could have been avoided had an extortion charge been used to detain him,” Pulitzer and Thompson wrote. “Instead, he managed to flee the country with $25,000 of extorted money, having only led his victims to another dead end of lies.”
On June 30, 2010, van der Sloot was indicted on wire fraud and extortion charges in Alabama. Leading up to the indictment, then-U.S. Attorney Joyce White Vance sought a warrant for van der Sloot’s arrest, but Aruban authorities did not push to have him extradited back to the country.
A couple of months after fleeing Aruba, van der Sloot was arrested and charged in the murder of Stephany Flores, who was found dead in a hotel room Lima, Peru on May 30, 2010, the fifth anniversary of Holloway’s disappearance. In 2012, van der Sloot pleaded guilty to her murder and was sentenced to 28 years in prison. In 2021, he was convicted of drug trafficking while in prison and sentenced to an additional 18 years in prison.
While awaiting trial for Flores murder, van der Sloot gave an interview to the Dutch newspaper, De Telegraaf in 2010, where he allegedly admitted to extorting the Holloways.
“I wanted to get back at Natalee’s family,” van der Sloot said. “Her parents have been making my life tough for five years. When they offered to pay for the girl’s location, I thought: ‘Why not?'”
However, van der Sloot’s then-attorney Maximo Alteza claimed his client had been misquoted.
“Maybe there were some mistakes in the translation,” Alteza said.
Van der Sloot is scheduled to appear at the Hugo L. Black Courthouse sometime Friday for his arraignment hearing, where he will plead either guilty or not guilty to the extortion charges against him. | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/watch-live-joran-van-der-sloot-arrives-in-birmingham-to-face-wire-fraud-extortion-charges-involving-natalee-holloways-family/ | 2023-06-08T21:02:58 | 0 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/watch-live-joran-van-der-sloot-arrives-in-birmingham-to-face-wire-fraud-extortion-charges-involving-natalee-holloways-family/ |
SAN ANTONIO — The official start of summer doesn't kick off until June 21, but 90-degree heat has taken hold of San Antonio right on schedule—and even warmer weather is on the horizon.
Chances of showers and storms remain in the forecast for Thursday, but by this weekend big weather changes hold tight through next week.
In preparation of summer-like heat, San Antonians want to have sunscreen and check those AC filters as we could hit our first 100-degree day by next week. Until then temperatures will rise from the mid-90s on Saturday to possibly 100 degrees on Wednesday next week.
This weekend also brings dangerous heat index levels between 100 and 106 degrees. The afternoons are most dangerous; that's when temperatures are at their highest and when residents should be exercise extreme caution when outdoors.
Here's some advice on how to stay prepared during the heat:
- Take frequent breaks if you work outdoors.
- Drink plenty of water. Avoid drinking alcohol and caffeine.
- Wear loose-fitting, lightweight clothing.
- Check on family and friends who do not have AC.
- Check on your animals.
- Avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest parts of the day.
Bexar County provides tips on what to look for in heat-related illnesses:
- Heat exhaustion - Heavy sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, tiredness, dizziness, headaches, nausea, vomiting, or fainting.
- Heat stroke - Extremely high body temperature (above 103 degrees). Red, hot or dry skin with no sweat, rapid or strong pulse, confusion or unconsciousness.
This heat is brought by a new weather pattern that moves into the Alamo City this weekend keeping a lid on clouds and storm development for the rest of the week. Chances of shower development could change but currently remain low. | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/san-antonio-weather-hot-temperatures-safety-texas-100-tips/273-c41f2782-c073-4f8e-8717-91a545589804 | 2023-06-08T21:06:20 | 0 | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/san-antonio-weather-hot-temperatures-safety-texas-100-tips/273-c41f2782-c073-4f8e-8717-91a545589804 |
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"Take advantage of this awesome networking opportunity and try to go outside your comfort zone a little bit," said Ann Schick, an academic adviser at Heartland Community College and member of the Becoming BN committee. "That's where you will grow, and you never know where you might learn about your next job opportunity."
The McLean County Chamber of Commerce hosted "The Center of it All Welcome Party" at Fiala Brothers Brewery & Beer Hall Wednesday to connect young professionals with the Bloomington-Normal business scene.
The event was open to people ages 18 through 25, including recent graduates, career professionals and entrepreneurs, and was aimed at providing them an opportunity to expand their professional networks, exchange ideas and gain insight from others in the community.
Some of the companies and organizations in attendance included Carle BroMenn Medical Center, State Farm, Country Financial, Growmark, Habitat for Humanity, Rivian and the Illinois Farm Bureau.
The event was organized by Becoming BN, a workforce development program organized by a subsidiary of the McLean County Chamber of Commerce named COMPACT, Schick said.
Schick said the chamber has been hosting social networking events like this since 2019, when they noticed a number of interns and students coming to Bloomington-Normal during the summer and wanted to show them what the area has to offer.
"This time we're trying to cut it down to one big event to really welcome people and kick things off for the summer and let them see our local businesses that are unique and special to Bloomington-Normal," Schick said.
Business leaders and local officials like Normal Mayor Chris Koos were in attendance to welcome the crowd and talk with individuals.
"There's so much opportunity in Bloomington-Normal," Koos said. "I know you're all working all kinds of different jobs, building your resume and getting work opportunities, and we're glad you're here and we hope you stay here."
"We'd understand if you don't, but you're missing a real opportunity in this community to stay," Koos added.
Victoria Padilla, communications director for the Regional Office of Education #17 and member of the Bloomington-Normal Young Professionals committee, said events like these help attendees learn how to network with new people and brand themselves to employers.
Padilla, originally from the Chicago area, said the affordable cost of living, available jobs and proximity to other major cities attributed to her choice to stay in Bloomington-Normal.
"Sometimes when you're 22 or 23 or fresh out of college, the thought of reaching out to a chamber or going to a networking event like this can feel intimidating, but making those connections and having those friendships are important," Padilla said.
Madelyn Hultz, 21, a senior nursing major at Illinois State University, said she found out about the event from a friend in the College of Business and wanted to connect with others before she graduates in the spring of 2024.
“I thought this would be a good way for me to get myself out there and meet new people and get connected, because I feel like I haven’t done a lot of that, and it’s useful for the future," Hultz said.
Jay Dykstra, 21, a senior aviation administration major at Lewis University, in Romeoville, said he heard about the event from his internship at Central Illinois Regional Airport, where he is an airport operations intern. He is looking to start a career in aviation after graduating in the fall.
“This (internship) kind of gave me a stepping stone to get into that career," Dykstra said. “I thought it was pretty cool that the area was doing something for the interns to connect."
Olivia Messerges, 20, senior agriculture consumer economics major at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and Tatiana Coleman, 20, junior film studies major at the College of William & Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia, said they both heard of the event from their internships at the Illinois Farm Bureau and wanted to learn more about local opportunities in a more social setting.
Messerges said it is encouraging to see companies like the Illinois Farm Bureau and others wanting to reach out to young professionals like herself and provide job opportunities that she could not find anywhere else.
"Events like these are really important because you can meet other people from within the city or the town and get to connect with them in different ways that you wouldn't normally get to do with a job application," Coleman said. "Especially if you're younger and you're moving here and you don't really know anyone, events like these help broaden your horizons."
To learn more about the McLean County Chamber of Commerce, visit www.mcleancochamber.org.
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BLOOMINGTON — A 49-year-old Bloomington man pleaded guilty Thursday for cocaine possession with the intent to deliver .
Brian D. Stewart received his sentence before Judge William Yoder, who accepted his guilty plea on unlawful possession of a controlled substance containing cocaine with the intent to deliver (Class 1 felony).
Brian D. Stewart received his sentence before Judge William Yoder, who accepted his guilty plea on unlawful possession of a controlled substance containing cocaine with the intent to deliver (Class 1 felony).
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According to the prosecution, Stewart was arrested by the Bloomington Police Department Vice Unit on April 14, 2022, after they arranged a purchase with him the same day.
Police found 2.2 grams of cocaine on Stewart and upon searching his residence, they found an additional 9 grams of cocaine, along with packaging materials and a scale, the prosecution said.
As part of the plea agreement, Stewart's second charge for unlawful possession of less than 15 grams of cocaine (Class 4 felony) was dismissed.
He was sentenced to 164 days in the McLean County jail, with credit for 82 days already served, plus 30 months of probation. He was also ordered to pay all necessary fines and fees.
The case was prosecuted by Assistant State's Attorney Spencer Chikahisa. Private attorney Michael Doubet, who was contracted by the McLean County Public Defender's Office, represented Stewart.
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Bryant Lewis
Bryant Lewis, 28, of Bloomington, is charged with home invasion causing injury, a Class X felony. His next appearance is Dec. 30.
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Derek Roesch
Derek Roesch of Saybrook was charged Thursday, Nov. 10 in McLean County Law and Justice Center with several counts, including:
-Two counts of unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon, Class 2 felonies
-One count of unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon while on parole, Class 2 felony
-Two counts of unlawful possession of firearm ammunition by a felon, class 2 felonies
-One count of unlawful possession of firearm ammunition by a felon while on parole, class 2 felony
-Unlawful possession of cannabis with intent to deliver (greater than 2000 grams but less than 5000 grams), a class 1 felony
-Unlawful possession of cannabis (greater than 2000 grams but less than 5000 grams), a class 2 felony
-Unlawful possession of a controlled substance, psylocibin less than 15 grams, a class 4 felony
-Unlawful possession of methamphetamine, less than five grams, a class 3 felony.
-Unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, a class A misdemeanor
Justin M. Mata
Justin M. Mata, 28, no address given, is charged with possession of less than five grams of meth with intent to deliver, a Class 2 felony, and possession of less than five grams of meth, a Class 3 felony. He was released on a $50,000 personal recognizance bond and his next appearance is Dec. 30.
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Marcus D. Wesley
Marcus D. Wesley, 36, is charged with aggravated unlawful use of a weapon in a vehicle (Class 4 felony), unlawful possession of cannabis (Class 3 felony) and unlawful possession of cannabis with the intent to deliver (Class 2 felony).
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Phillip Tinch
Phillip Tinch of Normal was charged Thursday, Nov. 10 at the McLean County Law and Justice Center with several felonies including:
- Five counts of unlawful delivery of a controlled substance, more than one but less than 15 grams of a substance containing cocaine, a Class 1 felony.
-One count of unlawful delivery of a controlled substance, less than one gram of a substance containing cocaine, a Class 2 felony.
Trisha L. Hanke
Trisha L. Hanke, 36, is charged with theft of over $10,000 (Class 2 felony). Court documents indicate she knowingly took $14,000 belonging to a Love's Travel Stop, in LeRoy, where she was employed.
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William B. Givens
William B. Givens, 49, no address given, is charged with unlawful possession of five to 15 grams of meth with intent to deliver, a Class 1 felony, possession of less than five grams of meth with intent to deliver, a Class 2 felony, possession of five to 15 grams of meth, a Class 2 felony, and possession of less than five grams of meth, a Class 3 felony. His next appearance is Dec. 30.
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David L. Oliver
David L. Oliver, 51, of Bloomington, is charged with predatory criminal sexual assault.
Kenneth E. Funk
Kenneth E. Funk, 27, is charged with residential burglary (Class 1 felony) involving an apartment in Lexington on Dec. 31, 2022.
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Jordan R. King
Charges have been filed against Jordan R. King, 34, for violation of the Illinois Violent Offender Against Youth Act.
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Holly M. Isaacson
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Kenneth L. Minton
Kenneth L. Minton, 51, is charged with aggravated home repair fraud (Class 2 felony) and theft (Class 3 felony).
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Tony L. Jackson
Tony L. Jackson, 50, is charged for violation of the Illinois Violent Offender Against Youth Act (Class 2 felony).
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Britley L. Hilger
Britley L. Hilger, 32, is charged with aggravated battery (Class 2 felony) after she supposedly punched a McLean County Detention Facility officer in the chest.
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Jasmine L. Smith
Jasmine L. Smith, 31, is charged with aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol (Class 2 felony) and five counts of endangering the life or health of a child (Class A misdemeanors).
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Jackie S. Claypool
Jackie S. Claypool, 46, appeared for a Friday bond court hearing for two new cases which charged her for one count of burglary (Class 2 felony), four counts of forgery (Class 3) and one count of deceptive practices (Class 4 felony).
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Noah R. Demuth
Noah R. Demuth, 22, of Evanston, is charged with aggravated battery of a peace officer, a Class 2 felony, aggravated battery in a public way, a Class 3 felony, mob action, a Class 4 felony, and obstructing a peace officer, a Class A misdemeanor. His next court date is Feb. 17.
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Brandon L. Parsano
Brandon L. Parsano, 39, is charged with possession of a stolen vehicle, a Class 2 felony. His next appearance is Feb. 17 for an arraignment.
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Alexander N. Williams
Alexander N. Williams, 24, was charged Feb. 2 with the following:
3 counts of unlawful delivery of cannabis between 30 and 500 grams - Class 3 felonies. 2 counts of armed violence - Class X felonies. 1 count of unlawful possession of cannabis between 2,000 and 5,000 grams with the intent to sell - a Class 1 felony. 1 count of unlawful possession of cannabis between 500 and 2,000 grams with the intent to sell - a Class 2 felony. 3 counts of unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon - Class 3 felonies. 1 count of unlawful possession of firearm ammunition by a felon - a Class 3 felony 3 counts of violating the Illinois FOID act - Class 3 felonies.
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Carlos Sanchez-Solozarzano
Carlos H. Sanchez-Solozarzano, 22, was charged with 1 count of criminal sexual assault, a Class 1 felony.
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Jaylin S. Bones
Jaylin S. Bones was charged with four counts of first-degree murder stemming from a homicide in Bloomington last year. A McLean County grand jury also returned a bill of indictment charging him with attempted first degree murder and aggravated battery with a firearm (Class X felony).
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Jordan R. King
Jordan R. King, 34, was charged with violating the Illinois Violent Offender Against Youth Act (Class 2 felony) a second time in under a month.
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Dominique M. Banks
Dominique M. Banks, 32, pleaded guilty to one count of aggravated battery involving strangulation (Class 2 felony). The incident happened in October 2022 and involved one victim.
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Austin T. Daugherty
Austin T. Daugherty, 29, was charged with burglary (Class 2 felony) after he entered an Avis Car Rental, 3201 Cira Drive, in Bloomington, without permission and with the intent to commit theft.
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Sandra M. Lewis
Sandra M. Lewis, 77, is charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance containing MDMB-4E-PINACA, a synthetic cannabinoid, with the intent to deliver (Class X felony).
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Samantha E. Morris
Samantha E. Morris, 40, is charged with aggravated battery of a peace officer (Class 2 felony) after supposedly spitting on a Colfax police officer.
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Nolan C. Love
Nolan C. Love, 46, appeared in court Friday for a bond review hearing after being charged with aggravated domestic battery involving strangulation (Class 2 felony) on Feb. 26.
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Nikkita L. Sandefur
Nikkita L. Sandefur, 36, is charged with unlawful delivery of a controlled substance (Class 2 felony) containing cocaine.
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Katlin M.B. Wilson
Katlin M.B. Wilson, 32, is charged with aggravated identity theft (Class 2 felony) after being accused of fraudulently obtaining money exceeding $300 but not exceeding $10,000 from a 60 year old man.
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Eli C. Garozzo
Eli C. Garozzo, 20, is charged with two counts of home invasion, a Class X felony, two counts of attempted armed robbery, a Class 1 felony, and two counts of residential burglary, a Class 1 felony. His bond was set at $200,000 as a 10% bond, meaning he must pay $20,000 plus fees to be released. His next appearance is an arraignment on April 13.
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Tysean T. Townsend
Tysean T. Townsend, 35, is charged with possession of a stolen motor vehicle (Class 2 felony), three counts of child abduction, aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude a peace officer and obstructing justice (Class 4 felonies).
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Curtis J. Byrd
Curtis J. Byrd, 31, is charged with two counts of burglary (Class 2 felony), two counts of fraud and two counts of financial institution fraud (Class 3 felonies).
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Noral K. Nelson
Noral K. Nelson, 31, was charged with reckless discharge of a firearm (Class 4 felony) after he was arrested in connection to a shooting along the 1500 block of S. Main Street.
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Charles J. Tankson
Charles J. Tankson, 23, was charged with burglary (Class 2 felony), theft and two counts of unlawful use of a debit card (Class 3 felonies).
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Davis, Micah S
Davis was charged with 3 counts of arson, Class 2 felonies, and 3 counts of criminal damage to property, Class 4 felonies.
His next court date is May 5 at 9 a.m.
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Livingston, Joshua D.
Livingston was charged with 2 counts of possessing stolen vehicles, Class 2 felonies, possession of less than 5 grams of methamphetamine, a Class 3 felony, and criminal damage to government property, a Class 4 felony.
His next court date is May 5 at 9 a.m.
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Kevin L. Ewen
Kevin L. Ewen, 42, appeared in a Thursday bond court hearing and was charged with aggravated battery (Class 2 felony), obstructing a peace officer (Class 4 felony) and two counts of resisting a peace officer (Class A misdemeanor).
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Emmanuel K. Mpay
Emmanuel K. Mpay, 23, appeared in a Thursday bond court hearing following a grand jury indictment for two counts of criminal sexual assault (Class 1 felonies).
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Ahmad S. Manns
Ahmad S. Manns, 19, appeared in a Friday bond court hearing and was charged with cannabis trafficking (Class X felony), unlawful possession of cannabis with the intent to deliver (Class 1 felony) and unlawful possession of cannabis (Class 2 felony).
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Dylan R Mann
Dylan R Mann, 31, appeared Friday in bond court following four grand jury indictments for two separate cases relating to aggravated assault and battery.
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Tony L. Jackson
Tony L. Jackson, 50, was charged with possession of a stolen motor vehicle (Class 2 felony), domestic battery, violation of an order of protection and driving while license revoked or suspended (Class 4 felonies).
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
William R. Linden
William R. Linden, 79, was released Tuesday on felony burglary charges for trying to pass a forged check at Busey Bank.
Zadek U. Moen
Zadek U. Moen, 20, is facing six felony drug charges after being arrested by the Illinois State Police on Thursday.
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Zachary T. Willis
Zachary T. Willis, 27, is charged with aggravated domestic battery by strangulation (Class 2 felony) and domestic battery subsequent offense (Class 4 felony).
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Cecily M. Sexton
Cecily M. Sexton, 39, was charged with two counts of burglary, a Class 2 felony; one count of forgery, a Class 3 felony; financial institution fraud, a Class 3 felony, and possession of a controlled substance, a Class 4 felony.
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Tonisha A. Jackson
Tonisha A. Jackson, 27, was charged with aggravated domestic battery, a Class 2 felony, and aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, a Class 3 felony.
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
James A. McConnaughay
James A. McConnaughay, 53, appeared in a Friday bond court hearing before Judge Amy McFarland. McConnaughay is charged with unlawful possession of 5-15 grams of methamphetamine (Class 2 felony).
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Jessica M. Longberry
Jessica M. Longberry, 38, appeared in a Friday bond court hearing before Judge Amy McFarland. Longberry is charged with burglary (Class 2 felony) and forgery (Class 3 felony).
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Barry D. Guyton
Barry D. Guyton, 26, was charged with two counts of unlawful delivery of a controlled substance, unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon (Class 2 felonies) two counts of unlawful possession of 15-100 of cocaine with the intent to deliver with one being a Class X felony and the other being a Class 1 felony.
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Keon E. Spiller
Keon E. Spiller, 22, appeared in a Friday bond court hearing before Judge Amy McFarland and was charged with attempted escape after his jury trial reached a verdict.
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Melina Aguilar
Melina Aguilar, 32, was charged with harassment of witnesses (Class 2 felonies) after asking a witness to lie on the record.
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Carlos D. Cregan
Carlos D. Cregan, 35, was charged with harassment of witnesses (Class 2 felonies) after asking a witness to lie on the record.
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TUPELO — A longtime K-9 officer for the Tupelo Police Department was forced to retire Tuesday after attacking his handler and ignoring all commands during a service call, reducing its K-9 unit to just two dogs.
Tupelo City Council voted unanimously to surplus a K-9 officer and give him to Mason’s K-9 Academy in Blue Mountain for rehabilitation or to be euthanized after the dog attacked his partner.
In early May, while on a service call, TPD Corporal Dustin Tutor was tracking a suspect to a raised swimming pool deck with his K-9 partner Paco, who had been in service for the last five years. Tutor stopped to speak with his supervisor for more information, and after the conversation, Paco attacked him. The dog bit Tutor and would not listen to commands to stop. Instead, Tutor had to use his thumb and eventually hand to force the dog to release.
“This is a sad situation…. That’s not uncommon for a dog to bite a handler. What is unusual is that dog did not let go for three minutes,” Police Chief John Quaka said. “I immediately pulled the dog out of service. That is a huge liability for the City of Tupelo."
In a letter submitted to the council, Senatobia Police Chief Richard Chandler — who previously worked in Southaven as a K-9 handler, trainer and instructor with certification — said, after speaking with Tutor about the incident, that it was not uncommon for dogs to nip at their handler in learning their place in the hierarchy. In attacking Tutor, he said, Paco displayed intent to eliminate the established alpha in the relationship.
“With the majority of working dogs in the police and military field, the working dogs understand their roles as subservient to the actual human handler in charge of them. However, there are several documented instances of working dogs that have tried to ‘take control’ of the hierarchy between handler and K-9,” Chandler wrote, adding that he believed repeated trauma was most likely the cause for Paco’s actions and that it was not the fault of Tutor or Paco’s training.
Chandler, as well as Paco’s Veterinarian Gretchen Ganas, recommended Paco be put down because he would be a danger to re-home or retire. Ganas noted that extended kenneling would only worsen Paco’s new aggressive behaviors.
Quaka noted that with Paco’s early retirement, the department will have to ask for money in the next fiscal year to procure a replacement, the cost of which is an upfront between $13,000 and $14,000 due to their specific training and special breeding. Last year, the department spent $10,600 maintaining their K-9 unit, including food, equipment, board and medical expenses.
At the beginning of the year, Quaka said, the department had four dogs on their K-9 unit, but the department was forced to retire two dogs this year. They now have one dog with the ability to detect narcotics and perform apprehensions and one dog that is used for explosives detection. He said losing the two dogs has put a strain on the department, but he expects to have at least one replacement dog by October and another dog by next year.
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City councilors push back against Mayor Smiley's tax hike. Here's what they propose.
Councilors cited an increase in the cost of living, skyrocketing rents and "soaring tax bills."
City councilors are pushing back against Mayor Brett Smiley's proposed residential tax rate hike, releasing a handful of changes to his budget after extensive consideration by the Finance Committee.
On Thursday, Council President Rachel Miller unveiled the set of budget amendments, which include lowering the proposed residential tax rate to $18.35 per $1000 of property value – a 55 cent increase from last year, as opposed to Smiley's proposed residential rate of $18.70 per $1000 of property value – a 90 cent increase over last year.
Councilors are also seeking to change the homestead exemption to 43% from Smiley's proposed 40%, which is a 5% decrease from the current level.
On the commercial tax rate – which Smiley sought to lower – the council is seeking a more modest decrease. Smiley proposed a rate of $34.10, a $1.30 decrease from the current rate, while councilors are countering with $35.10, a mere 30 cent decrease.
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Taxes became a focal point in Smiley's nearly $586 million budget proposal as public hearings brought out residents worried that they would suffer while attempting to survive as homeowners or college students in families just getting by. However, Smiley has blamed the tax increase on his predecessor, contending former Mayor Jorge Elorza's administration approved "irresponsibly low tax rates" before a potential recession.
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VALPARAISO — Valparaiso police say a 20-year-old woman kicked at and spit in the face of a police officer while being taken into custody on allegations of breaking into a residence and entering and damaging two vehicles.
Gracey Lovitt of Mishawaka faces felony charges of residential entry and battery against a public safety official, and misdemeanor charges of resisting law enforcement, disorderly conduct, criminal mischief and unauthorized entry of a motor vehicle, court records show.
A resident of the 800 block of Lafayette Street reportedly told police that around 9:10 p.m. Tuesday, Lovitt opened an unlocked front door, entered the house uninvited and threw property around while yelling incoherently.
She is also accused of entering a vehicle in the 800 block of Napoleon Street and another in the 800 block of Lafayette Street and causing damage to the interiors.
While being placed in the rear of a squad car, Lovitt spit in the face of a Valparaiso police officer and repeatedly kicked him in the shin, according to charging documents.
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Lovitt also ignored the orders of officers, attempted to force her way past them, and repeatedly screamed at officers and bystanders, police said.
Lovitt has bonded out of the Porter County Jail. Her case is pending with Porter Superior Court Judge Mike Fish.
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The new United Auto Workers leadership laid out its goals for upcoming negotiations with the Big Three automakers at the union's first-ever union-wide town hall.
UAW 2022 Constitutional Convention delegates voted last year to add the national town hall to the union's constitution “to ensure an open flow of information and better communication with the UAW’s active and retired membership.”
Newly elected reform candidates told members they plan to share in some of the auto industry's prosperity in recent years.
“These companies have been extraordinarily profitable, and our members have created incredible value for these companies during some really hard, and dangerous years,” UAW President Shawn Fain said. “They can afford our demands, and we expect them to pony up.”
The UAW will start negotiations with Ford, General Motors and Stellantis this fall.
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“These companies can afford all of our demands. Since the Great Recession, as a result of our members’ hard work, the Big Three have been amassing an ocean of money," Secretary-Treasurer Margaret Mock said.
The union wants to end the tier system in which new hires get paid less to do the exact same job as more senior employees. It gained traction as a compromise that would let automakers minimize labor costs while maintaining the wages of longtime employees, but it has proven unpopular with union members who are concerned it's unfair and divided the rank-and-file membership. It's been a common issue during strikes, such as when Lear workers walked off the job in Hammond in 2014.
“Tiers weaken us and undermine our solidarity by dividing us in our workplaces," Vice President Rich Boyer said. "Tiers must come to an end.”
The UAW also is looking to win back cost of living adjustments to help workers as inflation drives up prices.
"Inflation has gone up three times as much as our wages in the past three and a half years," Vice President Chuck Browning said. "That’s unacceptable, and unsustainable.”
The union also is fighting for job security as automakers transition to electric vehicles. Ford, for instance, has added electric production at some of its existing plants but will build electric vehicles and batteries at a new automotive complex in Tennessee and Kentucky, two states where unions have less of a foothold.
“It must be a just transition," Vice President Mike Booth said. "The transition must do right by our members, our families, and our communities.” | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/united-auto-workers-union-we-expect-automakers-to-pony-up/article_0f5bef2a-0612-11ee-aaec-73e784b5a3ce.html | 2023-06-08T21:18:12 | 1 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/united-auto-workers-union-we-expect-automakers-to-pony-up/article_0f5bef2a-0612-11ee-aaec-73e784b5a3ce.html |
Casper Pride organizers do not anticipate an increase in protestors during festivities this weekend, despite growing attacks in the U.S. on LGBTQ+ rights and representation. But safety measures are in place, organizers say.
Last week, Cheyenne held Pride events and the “worst they had was a religious protester,” said Gage Williams, a Casper Pride organizer and board member at Art 321. Casper’s Pride events have drawn religious protesters too; there’s no expectation opposition will be any stronger than usual.
Casper Pride shows “queer people exist” and celebrates an entire community that is often hidden in Wyoming, said Williams. That’s become even more crucial this year.
“We live in such a rural area in Wyoming that there isn’t the same visibility,” Williams said. “This is our one chance to realize — it does feel isolating — and bring our community together.”
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That’s why this year’s theme is community, said Mallory Pollock, executive director of Casper Pride. The events kicked off Thursday night and will continue through the weekend with a variety of adult and family-oriented activities aimed at “fostering acceptance because a healthy community understands all of its people.”
“Our events also help nurture our own community by creating completely supportive spaces, because outside of Pride Week, a disproportionate number of us are dealing with isolation,” said Pollock.
Some conservative commentators and organizations have organized boycotts against companies that have shown support for Pride and LGBTQ+ representation — including highly publicized campaigns against Bud Light and Target.
Williams said there has been similar discriminatory issues raised locally and statewide, from a push to remove certain books from school libraries to bills aimed at outlawing gender-affirming care for transgender youth.
Organizers are “cautious, but not concerned” that festivities will go on without a hitch, said Williams. Security will be present, and volunteers and local agencies are prepared for any issues should they arise.
“I’m just not afraid,” Williams said. “I hope I don’t have to see how bad it can get; when we talk about safety and all the controversy going on, Pride is even more important.”
Williams is also a therapist, so he knows from community members’ personal accounts that LGBTQ+ individuals can feel scared in today’s climate. Casper Pride is a way Wyomingites can celebrate their identities in a comfortable way.
“It’s a covert thing for people who are maybe not openly out,” Williams said. “You can be out around fellow people who support you without outing yourself.”
The celebrations were set to begin Thursday night with Pride Outside at Art 321. Art after Dark, which is only for those 18 years and older, will feature a DJ, adult-themed art projects and adult-themed beverages Friday night.
On Saturday, the Casper Pride Fest at David Street Station will be the “largest one yet,” Pollock said.
“We have completely filled David Street Station with vendors,” Pollock said.
The celebration wraps up on Sunday with the Casper Pride March, which is followed by a gathering at the Gaslight Social for food, drinks and games. A complete list of the scheduled events can be found at the Casper Pride website.
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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — A prescribed fire at the Boyd Hill Nature Preserve is scheduled to happen Friday morning, according to the city of St. Petersburg.
The fire is scheduled to begin around 9 a.m. in units 10 and 18 under the supervision of Kissimmee Valley Foresters Inc. and the St. Petersburg Parks & Recreation Department, officials wrote.
They say units 10 and 18 make up about 30 acres of the preserves' sand scrub habitat.
The areas outlined in red in the image below show units 10 and 18.
Access to the trails at the preserves will be closed, but nearby summer camps will continue as planned. Campers will remain indoors during the burn.
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TAMPA, Fla. — All that smoke in the northeast is having a ripple effect on airline flights coming in and out of the Tampa Bay area.
Dozens of flights were delayed at Tampa International Thursday, and more were likely in coming days. In a tweet Thursday, TPA said low visibility caused by smoke in the northeast was causing delays, advising travelers to check their flight statuses.
Maureen St. Guillen lives in St. Petersburg now but Thursday she was heading to visit relatives. The thick smoke had her checking her flight status.
“Because I want to see if my flight is going to be delayed or canceled because of the weather,” St. Guillen said.
The flight status boards at Tampa International Airport told the story with dozens of flight delays coming and going. Most are in the northeast. People arriving from cities there were happy to be — here.
“Super glad! I got off the plane and I just took a deep breath,” Stephanie Schreiner said. “Super glad, super nice to see clear skies, and no smoke in the air.”
Schreiner and her boyfriend, Jason Benoit, had just flown in from Philadelphia, where they say the air was barely breathable.
“It was horrible. I had to walk extra slowly yesterday. To catch my breath,” Schreiner said. “Even though I usually don't struggle walking at a faster pace around the city I really had to slow down. Because I was really struggling.”
“The whole sky was red also, rather than fog just turning everything white,” Benoit said. “It kind of looks like the apocalypse.”
For those departing it meant packing some extra face coverings.
“I have an extra face mask with me in my bag,” St. Guillen said. “As well as my check in bag as well as my pocketbook.”
And for those arriving it was chance to literally breathe easier.
“You see the sun. Back home, there's no sun,” Kathy Maxey, visiting from Pennsylvania, said. “You can't see it.”
Most were just hoping that by the time they head back to the northeast the smoke will have cleared.
“Some rain. We need some rain,” passenger Donna O’Connor said.
“Hopefully everything goes away. Hopefully everything moves through.” Benoit said. “It kind of looks like a pocket moving down so, hopefully by the time I get back up there it's clear.” | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/smoke-northeast-us-flight-delays-tampa/67-51eadab0-ec1b-4156-9e5e-d318cf6993ee | 2023-06-08T21:18:24 | 1 | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/smoke-northeast-us-flight-delays-tampa/67-51eadab0-ec1b-4156-9e5e-d318cf6993ee |
VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – The leader of an antisemitic group in Florida is threatening to sue Volusia Sheriff Michael Chitwood after the sheriff held a news conference in February.
On Feb. 27, Chitwood held a news conference to discuss members of one particular antisemitic group, a “white supremacist neo-Nazi hate group” that had been distributing hate propaganda in nearby neighborhoods and parking lots.
“We have unity in this county. We stand beside one another in this county, and we stand beside our Jewish neighbors,” Chitwood said during the conference. “We are not going to tolerate this.”
In response, the leader of the group filed a notice of intent to sue Chitwood on May 30, claiming that the sheriff’s comments put the group at risk. According to the notice, the leader accused Chitwood of threats, cyberintimidation, treason and domestic terrorism.
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The leader also lambasted Chitwood’s recent line of merchandise showing the sheriff flushing people with a swastika and the group’s logo into a toilet with the words “SCUMBAG ERADICATION TEAM.”
“I don’t know what you were thinking by posting tweets of yourself on a shirt flushing living breathing human beings with unalienable rights down the toilet for using such rights,” the leader wrote. “But when the subject is a political matter, it is clear that you should be classified as a domestic terrorist.”
As such, letter demands that Chitwood provide either “50 1 Oz. of solid gold” or $100,000 in cash as reimbursement.
The following demands were also made to Chitwood:
- Issuing a public apology on a local news station for referring to Minadeo and his group as “cowards” and “scumbags”
- Stating publicly that Chitwood will “uphold the rights of European men who choose to raise concern about nefarious political activities and groups that are actively working against the interests of Europeans in the United States”
- Removing social media posts showing Chitwood flushing “activists” down the toilet
- Debating the information in the group’s flyers with “activists” live online
- Paying $100,000 in a one-time cash payment
Chitwood has previously shown footage of antisemitic activists harassing others and using bigoted language. Chitwood said he has also received similar notices from three other people.
“What their tactic is — the ‘master race’ is — is they filed a complaint against me with the Department of Justice, which went nowhere,” Chitwood announced in response to the notices. “They filed an ethics complaint against me, which is going nowhere. So now, they have filed a frivolous lawsuit, furthermore, telling me I have to hold a press conference to talk about their group, and they’re demanding $100,000. So here’s the way I look at it: like you and your organization, you’re a bunch of pieces of (explicit).”
Chitwood then filmed himself ripping up a copy of the notice.
Additionally, Chitwood announced that he would be mailing out pacifiers that read “Mike Chitwood hurt my feelings” to each of the members who issued a notice.
The white "master race" scumbag losers who like to harass innocent people have put their brilliant minds together and sent me the dumbest notices of intent to sue I have ever received, and that's saying something. Here's my response pic.twitter.com/ddVFnEtT7o
— Mike Chitwood (@SheriffChitwood) June 6, 2023
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SANFORD, Fla. – The Sanford Police Department is searching for a missing teenager last seen on Tuesday.
Malese Wynn, 16, was last seen leaving the North Branch Library at 150 N Palmetto Avenue in Sanford at 12:49 p.m., after her parents dropped her off there just three minutes prior, the police department said.
Wynn is described as being 5 feet, 1 inch tall and weighing 90 pounds. She was last seen wearing blue jeans, a gray shirt and black shoes.
Anyone with knowledge of Wynn’s whereabouts is urged to call 911.
Correction, Wynn is 5'01"
— SanfordPolice (@SanfordPolice) June 8, 2023
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PHOENIX — The Phoenix Police Department has made over 44 substantive changes to its proposed policy that outlines when, how, and why officers shall employ violent force on a citizen.
After releasing an initial draft of the use-of-policy back in January, the agency made a number of revisions and is now seeking public feedback on the adjustments.
Perhaps one of the biggest changes between the two drafts is the elimination of a section on when officers shall use force on children.
The January draft ends with a section stating that actions used to detain an adult may "not be reasonable, necessary, and proportional when used on a child."
"When force against a child or young person is Necessary, consider the specific characteristics of the child or young person including apparent age, body size, and relative strength of the child or young person," the January draft states.
The updated draft makes no mention of using force on juveniles.
Another notable change is how the updated draft defines the core principle of using force on citizens.
The January draft defines that principle with the following:
"Employees shall use only the force that is reasonable, necessary, and proportional to effectively and safely resolve an incident. The employee will immediately reduce the level of force as the threat or resistance diminishes."
The updated draft adds to that definition by stating the following:
"Employees shall use only the force that is objectively reasonable, necessary, and proportional to effectively and safely resolve an incident. Employees are permitted to use force to control subjects in the course of their official duties as authorized by law, and in defense of themselves and others. In doing so, an employee shall use only the force that is objectively reasonable in light of the facts and circumstances confronting him/her at the time force is applied."
The updated policy also removes the term "fighting stance" from how it defines "active aggression."
Another change is the addition of language stating that "proper use of force is essential for ensuring impartial policing and for building trust in the community."
Use-of-Force policy from May 2023
Use-of-Force Policy from January 2023
Phoenix police are accepting feedback on the draft policies until June 23. Once the policy has been finalized, then it will go into effect in early 2024.
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2 are dead and 5 more were injured after a man fired into a crowd at Monroe park outside the Huguenot High School’s graduation ceremony in the Altria Theater in Richmond, Virginia on Tuesday, June 6. A 19 year-old suspect was arrested after fleeing the scene on foot. 4 handguns were found in…
On Tuesday, 18-year-old graduating student Shawn Jackson and his step-father, Renzo Smith, 36, were shot and killed outside the Altria Theater. Five others were wounded in the shooting following the Huguenot High School graduation at the theater.
ASM Global, the company that manages the Altria Theater, released the following statement, “As members of the Richmond community, we are deeply saddened by (the) shooting. Along with the family and friends of the victims, we share their pain in mourning this senseless loss of life. We hope for the swift recovery of those wounded in this attack."
But ASM Global did not address whether any future performances would be cancelled at the theater.
The “Harry Potter” concert is organized by CineConcerts, a producer of live music experiences accompanied by full-length movie screenings, and Warner Bros. Consumer Products.
The Richmond Symphony has been hired to perform for the concert and was unable to provide a statement, according to a spokesperson.
Six Richmond Public School graduations were planned at the Altria Theater this week, but were moved and rescheduled to other high schools in the wake of the fatal shooting.
Calls and emails to CineConcerts and Warner Bros. Consumer Products were not returned as of press time.
The Altria Theater has a capacity for 3,565 visitors. The “Harry Potter” concert is a family-friendly event that typically draws a robust crowd.
Dust off your wand and head to the Altria Theater as the Richmond Symphony makes the classic wizardly score of “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” come to life in two live performances alongside showings of the film on the big screen. 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., 6 N. Laurel St., tickets start at $52.50. (804) 592-3368 or www.etix.com. | https://richmond.com/life-entertainment/local/art-theater/richmond-shooting-graduation-altria-theater/article_133e13e4-0616-11ee-ade4-578ad25b50e3.html | 2023-06-08T21:23:18 | 0 | https://richmond.com/life-entertainment/local/art-theater/richmond-shooting-graduation-altria-theater/article_133e13e4-0616-11ee-ade4-578ad25b50e3.html |
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