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For many decades, the Colorado River was managed with the attitude that its water levels would remain roughly stable over time, punctuated by alternating wet and dry periods.
But in the face of possibly the river's driest period in 1,200 years, a new approach is now needed to managing the river's reservoirs — one that can account for "deep uncertainty" about future climate and runoff conditions, says the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. And for the next two months, the bureau wants to hear from the public about how it should go about operating reservoirs including Lake Mead, Lake Powell and other parts of the river system under such conditions.
The bureau announced last Friday in the Federal Register that it wants written, public comment on what issues should be covered for revising operating guidelines for the reservoirs that date back to 2007 and expire at the end of 2026. It's also looking for public guidance on how the feds can best insure that the process used to conduct the revisions is "inclusive, transparent, and encourages meaningful engagement." The entire effort will be carried out under the strictures of the National Environmental Policy Act, with a formal environmental impact statement expected in the future.
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Publication of the bureau's announcement kicks off what's expected to be a prolonged, difficult and contentious effort to develop new guidelines, in which the seven river basin states including the numerous interest groups operating in each state pursue an elusive consensus for future river management.
The 2007 guidelines were developed after the river had experienced a five-year period of extreme drought that drove the reservoirs to what were seen at the time as extremely low levels from 2000 through 2004. But the guidelines, while allowing for cuts in deliveries of water to the Lower River Basin states when Lake Mead fell below specified levels, were based primarily on the assumption of a "stationary" climate, the bureau said in its Federal Register notice last week.
While a formal, federal review found the 2007 guidelines were effective at meeting their overall purpose, the drought's increasing severity since then showed the guidelines weren't "robust" enough to protect reservoir levels, the bureau said.
A new set of agreements, developed in 2019, were aimed at shoring up the management of the reservoirs to adapt to their continued declines. They were approved as separate drought contingency plans for the river's Upper and Lower Basin states. Arizona, Nevada and California comprise the Lower Basin. Utah, New Mexico, Colorado and Wyoming make up the Upper Basin.
But those measures have also proven "demonstrably insufficient to address the ongoing drought and low runoff conditions," the bureau said.
As a result, the federal agency was forced, starting in 2021, to take a series of emergency measures to protect reservoir levels. They culminated with this month's announcement that it wants Arizona and the other river basin states to cut their river water used by 2 million to 4 million acre-feet starting next year. The bureau says if the states don't approve their own plans for such cuts by mid-August, the agency will impose its own cuts on the system.
In half of all years since 2000, the river has carried less than 11 million acre-feet annually at Lee's Ferry, just downstream of Lake Powell, compared to a 20th century average of around 15 million acre-feet, the bureau noted. The river has had less than 8 million acre-feet at Lee's Ferry in 13% of those years, said the bureau.
Overall, the river has been 20% drier in the 21st century than in the 20th century, and 5-year average river flows have dropped by 33% in 23 years.
"Future strategies should consider these conditions and the likelihood of continued declines in supply," the bureau said.
In its notice last Friday, the bureau added, "With increasing temperatures across the basin, predictions of commensurate decreases in reliable supply, and uncertainty in future demands, Reclamation believes that future policies must be tested across a wide range of potential future conditions, including drought sequences that are longer and more severe than those that have been observed."
The latest projections of future climate change agree that temperatures will continue warming, but a wide range of potential futures are possible for both precipitation and overall impacts on river flows, said the bureau.
Experts can't say with a high degree of confidence or specificity what's most likely to happen, meaning "the question 'what will future runoff be?' cannot be answered, the bureau said. That, combined with uncertainty about future growth patterns and water use, mean "it is impossible to assign probabilities to any given future and the basin is experiencing conditions of deep uncertainty," the bureau said.
Without an approach that takes such uncertainties into account, future policies "are likely to be insufficiently robust, adaptable, and successful," the bureau said.
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Contact Tony Davis at 520-349-0350 or tdavis@tucson.com. Follow Davis on Twitter@tonydavis987. | https://tucson.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/feds-seek-ideas-on-how-to-manage-a-drier-colorado-river/article_ea3cef66-f594-11ec-af3d-cf4609f685bf.html | 2022-06-27T22:26:29 | 1 | https://tucson.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/feds-seek-ideas-on-how-to-manage-a-drier-colorado-river/article_ea3cef66-f594-11ec-af3d-cf4609f685bf.html |
The death of a 5-year-old boy whose body was found at a home in South Dallas Monday morning is being investigated by the police department's child abuse unit.
According to Dallas Police, officers were called at about 11:25 a.m. to an injured child at a home on the 2800 block of Silkwood Street.
Dallas Fire-Rescue arrived at the home a short time later and found the child deceased.
"The preliminary investigation shows that the child has signs of trauma," police said. "The Dallas Police Department’s Child Abuse Unit will be leading the investigation."
Officials said witnesses were taken to the Child Advocacy Center for questioning.
Police revealed no further information about the child or his injuries. The investigation into the boy's death is ongoing and no arrests or charges have been announced.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Dallas Police Department and reference case 115651-2022. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/child-5-found-dead-in-dallas-child-abuse-unit-leading-investigation/3001563/ | 2022-06-27T22:27:08 | 1 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/child-5-found-dead-in-dallas-child-abuse-unit-leading-investigation/3001563/ |
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Video obtained by NBC10 shows the chaos on a South Philadelphia street after a deadly shootout sent neighbors running for cover last Thursday night.
Philadelphia police said two men were killed and two others were injured in the gunfire on the 1200 block of South Bucknell Street. At least 30 shots were fired in what investigators are calling a "massive" shootout in the Grays Ferry neighborhood.
Police said they’re looking for four people who were involved in the deadly violence.
The video, obtained by NBC10 from police sources, shows the moments after three men drove up the block and began shooting. The Ring doorbell camera captured bullets flying through the street, neighbors running, and a man scrambling to hide underneath a car.
The video shows one man firing back at one of the shooters, but he's shot and falls. Then another shooter fires at 36-year-old Raheem Hargust and 36-year-old Vincent Jackson, both already on the ground.
Both men later died at the hospital, police said.
Hargust’s widow recalled the harrowing moments, “And I kept screaming where’s my husband at? And when his sister came out his grandmothers’ door, he was laying on the ground and the cops picked him up and put him in the cop car.”
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She described her husband of 10 years as a loving, humble family man. Now, she said she wants justice.
“You took some valuable lives, you jeopardized children that [were] out here, starting a summer,” Hargust’s wife said. “You destroyed my family, his family, his mother, his father, his siblings. It’s gonna take us a long time to get over this senseless murder.”
Police are looking for four suspected shooters and a 2015 or 2017 silver Hyundai Sonata. Investigators said they believe the gunmen came to the block to kill Hargust and Jackson.
As of Monday afternoon, at least 251 people had been killed in Philadelphia, according to police. That's down 6% from last year, which wound up the deadliest on record.
There are additional resources for people or communities that have endured gun violence in Philadelphia. Further information can be found here. | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/caught-on-video-massive-shootout-in-south-philly-kills-2-men/3283095/ | 2022-06-27T22:29:32 | 0 | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/caught-on-video-massive-shootout-in-south-philly-kills-2-men/3283095/ |
John Ajilo, known on social media as the "Dancing is Happiness" street performer, was arrested last week in a Midtown subway station after multiple complaints from the MTA.
NYPD officers responded on June 23 around 10:30 p.m. to the Herald Square subway station after receiving complaints of an unauthorized performer "impeding pedestrian flow and utilizing a sound reproduction device."
The police department alleges the entertainer was given multiple warnings to leave the premises without enforcement action. After refusing to exit the station and show identification, the NYPD said Ajilo was placed into custody and removed.
“The MTA has rules of conduct that are for the safety of all riders and employees and are not optional. We appreciate the Mayor’s and police commissioner’s commitment to keeping New Yorkers safe by ensuring those rules are observed across the transit system," said Pat Warren, MTA Chief Safety and Security Officer, in a statement acquired by NBC New York.
Ajilo has accumulated over 50,000 followers on Instagram and 80,000 on TikTok, both platforms on which he posted a statement along with two videos of the arrest.
In the initial video, the musical artist is seen stating to the police, "I am not obstructing the law" and "I am not committing any crime," before five officers surround him and place him in handcuffs.
"I was shut down handcuffed and taken to the Police station for performing in the same spot 34th Herald Square, I had been performing on and off for about five years. The police always see me there every time and they also cheers me on," the post read.
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Based on the Subway Performance Rules, the MTA allows "artistic performances" within the system only if the shows do not impede transit activities and are done following certain guidelines — one of which includes interfering with the "movement of passengers."
NBC New York reached out to the street performer for comment and is awaiting a response.
Beloved online fans and New Yorkers are outraged by the incident and saddened for the subway performer, who has posted numerous light-hearted dances with commuters and robotic cartoon animals.
Ajilo was issued a summons at the Transit District and later released with his instrument and animatronics, which the subway performer says were damaged.
A GoFundMe page called, JazzAjilo Arrested For Playing In NYC Subway, was created on Sunday. Originally, Ajilo was asking for $50,000 to cover "court and attorney fees as well as lost income."
Within 24 hours, the fundraiser surpassed that first goal and the group upped the amount to $100,000. To date, over $63,000 has been raised in his support. | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/dancing-is-happiness-viral-subway-performer-arrested-at-nyc-station/3751529/ | 2022-06-27T22:29:45 | 0 | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/dancing-is-happiness-viral-subway-performer-arrested-at-nyc-station/3751529/ |
A Long Island woman is running out of time to save the home she's spent years trying to rehabilitate since Superstorm Sandy struck.
Doina Almazon's Hicksville house was gutted to the studs nearly nine years ago and finishing the job has been an uphill battle with the property locked up in legal fights.
"I was offered a buyback at the very beginning and my little one said, 'Mommy, I want to have a house,'" she said.
Superstorm Sandy caused a power surge at her house that damaged the boiler. Almazon was waiting for insurance money to replace it, but it didn't come in time. That February her pipes froze, damaging most of the house.
"Never in my wildest imagination would I think that I'd still be displaced after nine years. It destroyed my life. I don't have anymore pension money... because I was living off of that, paying rents, paying for storage," she said.
Almazon is suing her insurance company for the money to fix the house, but at the same time, her house was foreclosed and now the town of Oyster Bay wants to tear it down, saying it's not safe for living.
"I think it's because I'm a woman and they don't think I know anything," said Almazon.
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Demolition was averted Monday as the town reviews the case.
“Although attorneys are reviewing the case once again, neighbors have endured this eyesore of a property for 9 years. While we feel terrible for anyone in this situation, the fact remains that the house was foreclosed upon by the bank after failure to make mortgage payments and pay property taxes," a town spokesperson said.
Almazon said she's appealing the foreclosure, but the town says the house is already on the auction blocl.
"I think this is taking our home, which is the only home I have. I'm struggling, my health has deteriorated and nobody should go through this," Almazon said.
It's not clear how much time Almazon has, but regardless of the delays she doesn't know how to come up with the $500,000 needed to repay the bank. | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/li-woman-refuses-to-give-up-9-year-fight-to-save-home-damage-in-sandy/3751628/ | 2022-06-27T22:29:51 | 1 | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/li-woman-refuses-to-give-up-9-year-fight-to-save-home-damage-in-sandy/3751628/ |
In an effort to keep residents safe, particularly in the aftermath of numerous tri-state area drownings, Nassau County officials released safety water tips for the summer months.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder said drowning is the leading cause of unintentional injury-related death for children 1-4 and the second leading cause of unintentional injury-related death among children from age 1 to 14.
From Memorial Day through Labor Day, on average, 150 children under the age of 15 drowned in pools, officials said citing 2019 statistics.
According to Nassau officials, just merely teaching a child how to swim does not mean they are safe in water and should be supervised by adults to prevent drowning, adding that even less than an inch of water proving to be dangerous.
Below are Nassau County tips on how to reduce drownings:
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- Never leave children alone in or near a pool;
- Practice ‘touch supervision’ (a supervision method in which an adult is within an arm's length of a child at all times) with children younger than 5 years of age;
- If you are planning a pool party, consider hiring a certified lifeguard to supervise the pool;
- Put up a fence of at least 4 feet high, and with gates that self-close/self-latch higher than children's' reach, to separate your house from the pool to protect young children from wandering and falling into the pool;
- The CDC recommends that before you get into a pool, to ensure that you can see the drain at the bottom of the pool's deep end to check to see that there is no cloudy pool water that reduces visibility of the pool;
- Set an alarm at the doors so that you are alerted if a child attempts to leave the house to enter the yard where a pool is located;
- Consider a pool alarm that alerts if someone enters the water;
- Keep rescue equipment (like a pole with hook or life preserver) and a phone by the pool;
- Do not use air-filled "swimming aids," like floaties, as a substitute for approved life vests;
- Remove all toys from the pool after use so that children are not tempted to reach for them;
- After children are done swimming, secure the pool so they cannot get back into it;
- Place a safety cover on pool or hot tub when not in use and remove any ladders or steps used for access;
- A power safety cover that meets the standards of the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) may add to protection.
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Drain entrapment, according to officials, in an incident when a part of a child's body become trapped in a drain due to its powerful suction in a pool or hot tub filtration system, or if a child's hair, swimsuit or other materials on the body become entangled in the drain. This suction can trap a child underwater.
Because drain entrapment poses a threat, officials offer the following tips:
- Warn children about drain entrapment dangers, and teach them never to play near a pool drain, with or without a cover;
- Pin up long hair when in the water and remove loose parts of swimsuits and jewelry that can get trapped;
- Equip pools and hot tubs with an anti-entrapment drain cover and an approved safety vacuum release system and make sure covers have no cracks. Flat drain covers can be replaced with dome-shaped ones;
- Be aware of public wading pools with missing or broken drain covers.
Drownings in the tri-state area amid national lifeguard shortage
A string of recent drownings in the area have highlighted the importance of swimming safety.
2-year-old on Long Island was pulled from the water of a backyard pool in another drowning scare Tuesday.
Yellow tape blocked off the residential area around Barbara Drive in Centereach, as the toddler went under at a home's pool. The boy, whose relatives own the home where the pool is located, was not breathing and was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital. He was said to be in serious condition as of Wednesday morning, according to a Suffolk County police update.
Additionally, just last week two 13-year-olds, Ryan Wong and Daniel Persaud, were with a group of friends along Jamaica Bay when they fell into the water and were swept away. Wong survived, while his friend Persaud did not. His funeral was Tuesday.
Last month, another 2-year-old boy drowned in a backyard pool in Rockland County when the tri-state area was experiencing an unseasonably warm temperatures.
Drowning deaths are not just limited to New York. Various drownings have occurred in neighboring New Jersey over the past couple of weeks -- both in pools and open water.
Two people drowned at a New Jersey lake on the evening of June 14. Morris County officials said that EMS personnel were in the parking at Mine Hill Beach along Green Road after 5 p.m., when a group told them that two people went into the water at the sand pits and never came out.
The EMS contacted other first responders from the area, and immediately conducted a search, which came up empty for the 17-year-old and 20-year-old who disappeared, officials said.
Their bodies were recovered hours later.
In another tragedy, two brothers drowned at a school's indoor pool in Bayonne last week.
The school pool is open at night for community use, according to a city official, who said a lifeguard was on duty at the time of the incident. Their 11-year-old sister saw it happen, the official said.
The president of the Bayonne school board told NBC New York over the phone that there are two pools in the Lincoln Community School facility: the main pool where the community swim was held, and a smaller dive pool that is very deep.
The dive pool was closed and lifeguards were watching just the main pool — where everyone who was at the community swim event was supposed to be.
The two teen brothers, 16-year-old Jack Jiang and 19-year-old Chu Ming Zheng, drowned in that side dive pool, the school board official said. However, it was not immediately clear how the pair ended up in that pool.
These recent drowning comes as the nation, including the state of New York, is dealing with a lifeguard shortage.
This national lifeguard shortage forced New York City to eliminate a number of their swimming programs just ahead of the summer months, the city announced earlier this month.
NYC Parks tweeted that a number of their swim programs at their outdoor pools are canceled this summer due to not having enough lifeguards.
"Due to the national lifeguard shortage, unfortunately we will not be hosting swim programs, including lap swim, senior swim, and Learn to Swim, at our outdoor pools this summer," the tweet read in part.
Additionally, in an effort to deal with the lifeguard staffing shortage New York is currently facing, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced last week pay increases for state lifeguards.
The governor directed starting pay rates for lifeguards at upstate facilities to increase 34 percent -- from $14.95 to $20 an hour -- and 21 percent for lifeguards at downstate facilities -- from $18.15 to $22 an hour. | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/nassau-county-officials-share-water-safety-tips-following-recent-tri-state-area-drownings/3751548/ | 2022-06-27T22:29:57 | 0 | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/nassau-county-officials-share-water-safety-tips-following-recent-tri-state-area-drownings/3751548/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — If you’ve ever played a slot machine at a casino and hit a triple seven or got the big win where the screen screams jackpot at you, you’ve experienced a feeling like no other. However, there are more jackpots to be had outside of slot machines, especially for a resident in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.
The Texas Lottery reports a $7.25 million jackpot-winning ticket from Saturday’s Lotto Texas drawing was sold just outside of Dallas, in Irving. That winning ticket matched all six of the winning numbers from the June 25 drawing.
It was sold at a Circle K on Valleyview Lane in Irving, and the ticket was not a Quick Pick. The ticket purchaser also chose the cash-value option. There were also seven total secondary prize winners from this drawing that matched five of the six winning numbers to win $3,218 each.
One of those secondary prize winners also chose the Extra! option to skyrocket their winnings to $13,218. | https://cw33.com/news/local/7-25-million-jackpot-winning-texas-lottery-ticket-sold-outside-of-dallas/ | 2022-06-27T22:30:45 | 0 | https://cw33.com/news/local/7-25-million-jackpot-winning-texas-lottery-ticket-sold-outside-of-dallas/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — Averie Bishop, representing the city of Carrollton, has become the first Asian American to be crowned Miss Texas.
Bishop earned this honor this past weekend, Friday, June 25, at Eisemann Center in Richardson.
Her alma mater Southern Methodist University, congratulated her on Twitter, saying, “Big congratulations to SMU Alum Averie Bishop ’19, ’22 for becoming the first Asian American woman to be crowned as Miss Texas!”
Averie is a first-generation law student who graduated from the SMU Dedman School of Law. She also is on Mayor Eric Johnson’s 16-person Anti-Hate Advisory Council, where she helps advise the city and Dallas Police department on how they can respond to and prevent hate crimes in Dallas.
To read more about her long list of accolades and accomplishments, click here. | https://cw33.com/news/local/carrolltons-averie-bishop-has-become-1st-asian-american-woman-to-win-miss-texas/ | 2022-06-27T22:30:51 | 1 | https://cw33.com/news/local/carrolltons-averie-bishop-has-become-1st-asian-american-woman-to-win-miss-texas/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — Fourth of July is upon us and of course, everything is bigger in Texas, including their Fourth of July celebrations.
So if you are still trying to plan what you’re gonna do on the Fourth of July, try getting in on the Texas-sized celebrations going on in Dallas.
According to a new WalletHub study, Dallas is in the top 20 cities in America with the best Fourth of July celebrations. Big D ranked as the 17th best city in the nation for the Fourth of July celebrations.
Officials compared 100 of the largest cities in the U.S. based on how well they balance holiday costs with fun. Some key metrics they looked at included average beer and wine prices, duration of fireworks shows and Fourth of July weather forecasts.
Here’s how Dallas ranked in a few of those metrics:
- 41st – Walkability
- 1st – Legality of Fireworks
- 24th – Lowest Price of Three-Star Hotel Room
- 17th – Number of Fourth of July Festivals & Performances
- 1st – Prevalence of Affordable 4.5+ Star Restaurants
- 12th – Duration of Fireworks Show
The top 10 best cities for Fourth of July celebrations are:
- San Francisco, CA
- Los Angeles, CA
- Washington D.C.
- Atlanta, GA
- Las Vegas, NV
- New York, NY
- San Diego, CA
- Seattle, WA
- Orlando, FL
- New Orleans, LA
Other Texas cities that made the top 20 include:
- Houston – 12
- San Antonio – 14
For the full report, visit WalletHub. | https://cw33.com/news/local/dallas-ranks-amongst-the-20-best-cities-for-fourth-of-july-celebrations/ | 2022-06-27T22:30:57 | 0 | https://cw33.com/news/local/dallas-ranks-amongst-the-20-best-cities-for-fourth-of-july-celebrations/ |
FORT WORTH (KDAF) — How does a John Cougar Mellencamp cover band, hot dog eating contest, hot doog food trucks, wiener dogs, craft vendors and some of the weirdest and most interesting tasting beer/seltzer in North Texas sound?
Well, if it sounds fun to you, then you’re in luck and might want to check out Martin House Brewing Company’s Glizzy Fest on Saturday, July 16! Along with all the fun to be had at the fest, the brewing company is “tapping” into some of the weirdest and special brews in their lineup.
Introducing pickle mustard beer and hot dog water hard seltzer. “The event is free if not drinking like usual. If you’d like to drink, we’ll be selling wristbands for $15 at the door which gets you a souvenir suckin on chili dogs glass and four pours of beer or seltzers,” the event describes on Facebook.
For more about Glizzy Fest, click here. | https://cw33.com/news/local/glizzy-fest-in-fort-worth-to-showcase-hot-dog-water-seltzer-pickle-mustard-beer/ | 2022-06-27T22:31:03 | 1 | https://cw33.com/news/local/glizzy-fest-in-fort-worth-to-showcase-hot-dog-water-seltzer-pickle-mustard-beer/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — B4, I20… BINGO! Everyone loves a good ole game of bingo from the youngest of players to the oldest. You may want to give your hand at some fun bingo around North Texas in the summer months to get out of the heat.
Lucky for you it’s also National Bingo Day on Monday, June 27! That’s why we’re writing this story, to get you a feel for bingo again as well as show you some of the best spots to play it at around North Texas.
NationalToday says, “Nearly everyone who grew up during a certain part of the late 20th century is familiar with Bingo. The game, which first came to the U.S. in the 1930s, started with paper cards sporting 24 numbered squares arranged in five rows and five columns — plus that enticing “free space” in the middle which seems to promise a short cut to riches!”
Here’s a look at Yelp’s list of the best spots around Dallas to get some bingo in:
- I-30 Bingo
- East Plano Bingo
- Strike It Rich Bingo
- Longhorn Bingo
- Lucky Bingo Hall
- Town East Bingo
- Jupiter Bingo
- Balch Springs Bingo
- Pioneer Bingo
- Bingo Bills | https://cw33.com/news/local/here-are-the-best-spots-around-dallas-to-play-bingo/ | 2022-06-27T22:31:09 | 0 | https://cw33.com/news/local/here-are-the-best-spots-around-dallas-to-play-bingo/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — Ice cream and cake to celebrate a birthday is a combo made in heaven itself. However, a creation fusing the two as one may replace the combo as a favorite for birthday parties.
On Monday, June 27 it’s National Ice Cream Cake Day, and if you’re not celebrating a birthday, it’s a good thing there’s plenty of reason to grab one and celebrate nonetheless! With it being so hot recently around North Texas, what better dessert combo could you ask for at this time?
NationalToday says, “The perfect sweet treat for just about any occasion, this ice cream filled with layers of cake is the perfect dessert for a hot summer day (or any day of the year, really). Get excited about this amazing union of frozen yumminess with us.”
Here’s where you really need to pay attention, unless you’re extremely gifted in the realm of creamery and baking you may not know how to home-make your ice cream cake. No worries, we checked out Yelp’s list of the best ice cream cake in Dallas for you to go try:
- Baldo’s Ice Cream & Coffee
- Smallcakes Medallion – Lakewood
- Howdy Homemade Ice Cream – North Dallas
- Society Bakery – Lower Greenville
- SusieCakes
- Baskin-Robbins – Upper Greenville
- Botolino Gelato Artigianale – Lower Greenville
- Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams – Deep Ellum
- Dolly Llama – Uptown
- Pokey O’s Cookies & Ice Cream | https://cw33.com/news/local/here-are-the-best-spots-to-get-ice-cream-cake-in-dallas/ | 2022-06-27T22:31:15 | 0 | https://cw33.com/news/local/here-are-the-best-spots-to-get-ice-cream-cake-in-dallas/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — There’s nothing quite like the Texas sun and during the summertime, it’s brighter and hotter than ever, that’s why you need to protect your eyes with some sunglasses.
Funny enough, Monday, June 27 is National Sunglasses Day and what a time to celebrate when the sun and heat is top of mind and body. NationalToday says, “Everyone loves a good set of shades… so why not grab your best sunglasses and make some waves at the pool, beach, or just walking down the street with your sweet shades. Make sure you’re wearing some sunglasses and join in the fun of National Sunglasses Day on June 27!”
We wanted to do our part in helping you get your newest pair to replace those old sunglasses you’ve been wearing for years. Here are the top spots according to Yelp around Dallas to get the best sunglasses:
- Sunglass Hut
- Payrite Optical
- Goo Goo Eyes
- Krewe
- Black Optical
- Sunglass Hut At Play
- Occhiali Modern Optics
- Ray-Ban at Northpark Center
- Optique
- Accent Eyecare
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DALLAS (KDAF) — Tying the knot is at the top of mind for many couples in 2022 as COVID-19 put a pause on a lot of couples’ plans to get married over the past couple of years.
Lawnstarter has put together a list of the best cities in the U.S. for not only tying the knot but staying married too! “We compared 190 of the biggest U.S. cities across nine key indicators of nuptial success — from current marriage rates to 5-year divorce rate comparisons to wedding-venue access.”
While no Texas cities cracked the top 10, here are the North Texas cities that cracked the top 100 and a little beyond:
- Plano (35)
- McKinney (38)
- Dallas (56)
- Irving (77)
- Fort Worth (99)
- Garland (108)
- Frisco (109)
- Grand Prarie (136)
- Mesquite (154)
- Arlington (157)
Frisco and McKinney are among the top 5 cities with the highest marriage rate according to Lawnstarter. | https://cw33.com/news/local/these-north-texas-cities-are-among-the-best-to-get-and-stay-married-in-2022/ | 2022-06-27T22:31:27 | 1 | https://cw33.com/news/local/these-north-texas-cities-are-among-the-best-to-get-and-stay-married-in-2022/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — Independence Day is coming up and it’s time for barbeques, fireworks, hamburgers, hotdogs and patriotism.
If you’re new to Dallas, welcome. We’re happy to have you hear. We know it can be tough to see what kind of events are going on in town. SO… if you’re hurting for some Fourth of July ideas in Dallas, we have you covered.
Here are just some of the things going on in Dallas this Fourth of July Weekend.
- July 2: Sensory Sensitive Fourth of July Celebration at Klyde Warren Park
- July 3: Red, White and Boots Party
- July 4: Red, White and Groove
- July 4: Fair Park Fourth
- July 4: A Star Spangled Spectacular at Meyerson Symphony Center
- July 4: Rock the Fourth
- July 4: Deep Ellum Dallas Mimosa Walk
- July 4: Fourth of July Parade | https://cw33.com/news/local/things-to-do-in-dallas-for-fourth-of-july-weekend/ | 2022-06-27T22:31:33 | 1 | https://cw33.com/news/local/things-to-do-in-dallas-for-fourth-of-july-weekend/ |
FORT WORTH, Texas (KDAF) — If you’re a fan of The Sandlot, chances are you remember the iconic Fourth of July game scene.
The iconic wide shot of all the children running in slow motion through their suburban streets against a backdrop of lit fireworks and families enjoying barbecued food. It’s the picturesque Fourth of July celebration.
Though your Fourth of July celebration may not look like that 1993 movie, it can still be a great one. So, here are some of the events going on in Fort Worth this Fourth of July weekend:
- July 2: 4th of July Celebration and Fireworks Show
- July 2: 4th July Cox Running Club 5K
- July 3: Concerts in the Garden Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra
- July 4: Fort Worth’s Fourth
- July 4: Eagle Mountain Lake Fireworks | https://cw33.com/news/local/things-to-do-in-fort-worth-for-fourth-of-july-weekend/ | 2022-06-27T22:31:39 | 0 | https://cw33.com/news/local/things-to-do-in-fort-worth-for-fourth-of-july-weekend/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — Everyone loves a good dog park and in Texas dogs are one of the most welcome and loved pets people could have. Sure there are great dog parks across the country, but this North Texas city has cracked the top 10.
The city of Irving has landed on Lawnstarters top 10 list of 2022’s best dog park cities across the U.S. Here’s a look at the top 10:
- San Francisco
- Henderson
- Portland
- Tampa
- Las Vegas
- Oakland
- Irving
- Reno
- Norfolk
- Lubbock
There were also several other Texas cities that landed in the top 100, Laredo (39), Corpus Christi (41), Arlington (44), Austin (51), Houston (56), San Antonio (59), Fort Worth (60), Dallas (82), Plano (85) and Garland (88).
Lawnstarter said, “We compared 93 of the biggest U.S. cities based on dog park access, quality, and climate. More specifically, we looked at the number of dog parks per 100,000 residents, ratings, and historical weather data so you and your canine companion can enjoy the best time.”
Check out more of Lawnstarter’s findings as well as some dog park tips from the experts by clicking here. | https://cw33.com/news/local/this-city-near-dallas-is-among-the-best-u-s-dog-park-cities-in-2022/ | 2022-06-27T22:31:45 | 0 | https://cw33.com/news/local/this-city-near-dallas-is-among-the-best-u-s-dog-park-cities-in-2022/ |
DALLAS (KDAF) — Red, white and blue, barbecues, patriotism, celebrations and most of all, fireworks. That’s what Americans can expect all day during the Fourth of July!
Fireworks have been an essential part of Independence Day celebrations for as long as most of us can remember. The History Channel says, “By the time Independence Day celebrations really took off after the War of 1812 (another conflict pitting the United States against Britain), fireworks were even more widely available. They would become an increasingly important part of the festivities in the years to come, as public safety concerns caused cannon and gunfire to be gradually phased out of celebrations.”
Now that we got a little history lesson, let’s check out some of the best places in Dallas to buy fireworks according to Yelp:
- Palmer Fireworks
- USA Fireworks Super Store
- Nelson Fireworks Outlet
- Burch Fireworks
- Alamo Fireworks Megastore
- TopDog Fireworks
- Buy Em Here Pop Em Here Fireworks | https://cw33.com/news/local/where-to-buy-the-best-fireworks-around-dallas-according-to-yelp/ | 2022-06-27T22:31:52 | 1 | https://cw33.com/news/local/where-to-buy-the-best-fireworks-around-dallas-according-to-yelp/ |
Sarasota police union asks for 'competitive' wages, anti-discrimination protection in contract
The Sarasota police union has been negotiating with the city on a new contract, and members say the city has rejected each of their proposals so far.
Union leaders say they are seeking competitive wages and want an anti-discrimination clause to be added to their contract.
“Without a competitive compensation plan to attract the most top-tier officers that we can find, we are potentially setting ourselves up for a public safety crisis,” said Eric Urbain, president of International Union of Police Associations Local 6045, at a press conference Monday morning.
He said that some applicants are turning down the offers they receive from SPD and some current employees are leaving for other jobs because of the department’s wages.
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Urbain said the union is asking that its members be paid what Tampa Police Department officers made two to three years ago.
Police officers at Step 1 of SPD’s pay scale, for example, currently make $55,826. The union is asking that that amount be increased to $66,991.
Sarasota city spokesman Jason Bartolone said the city won’t be discussing the specifics of proposals outside of the normal negotiation process.
The union is also seeking to add an anti-discrimination clause to its contract. These clauses protect employees from discrimination on the basis of characteristics such as race, gender and sexual orientation.
“We are trying to employ and be a diverse department,” Urbain said. “We’ve got officers within our department that identify as gay, trans. We’ve got a great, diverse department right now. We want to keep that. We want those people to feel valued.”
The city said in its statement that it doesn’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion and other characteristics.
“These classes are already protected under state and federal law as well as local ordinance, and the city abides by those regulations in all its employment-related decisions,” the city said.
Though these classes are already protected at the federal, state and local level, the union wants the clause to be in the contract because it would mean that issues involving discrimination would be resolved according to the union’s grievance and arbitration procedure. Discrimination issues are currently handled by the city’s human resources department.
Union leaders are also asking the city to negotiate with them in good faith.
“Each proposal that we have submitted has been rejected without much counterproposal, without much discussion and without much collective bargaining in the sense of speaking to one another, working towards one common goal,” Urbain said.
The city said that it has participated in multiple negotiation session with the union and has negotiated in good faith and in accordance with Florida Statute 447, which outlines collective bargaining practices.
“We have been active participants, responded to numerous proposals and listened to the IUPA members during the negotiations,” the city said. “We will continue to do so, as we do not see this as a win/lose proposal but an opportunity for both sides to present information and come to acceptable agreements.”
The city also said that public safety is “the highest priority for our city.” It noted that the City Commission approved the addition of 10 new police officer positions to its budget this year, an investment of approximately $1.2 million.
Anne Snabes covers city and county government for the Herald-Tribune. You can contact her at asnabes@gannett.com and follow her on Twitter at @a_snabes. | https://www.heraldtribune.com/story/news/local/sarasota/2022/06/27/sarasota-police-union-asks-competitive-pay-during-contract-negotiations/7746995001/ | 2022-06-27T22:35:00 | 1 | https://www.heraldtribune.com/story/news/local/sarasota/2022/06/27/sarasota-police-union-asks-competitive-pay-during-contract-negotiations/7746995001/ |
If you’re looking for ways to celebrate Independence Day with a dazzling fireworks display or festival, there are plenty of options close to home.
We’ve got the celebrations that go far beyond pyrotechnics in and around the Miami Valley. Fireworks and events, in alphabetical order:
BEAVERCREEK
Beavercreek 4th of July Parade & Fireworks
What to expect: All the fun will kick-off with a parade at 6 p.m. The parade route will begin along Meadowbridge Drive, continue east on Dayton-Xenia Road, and will end at Beavercreek High. After the parade, food trucks, entertainment, children’s activities and fireworks will be at Dominick Lofino Park. Fireworks will begin at 10 p.m.
When: Monday, July 4 from 6-10 p.m.
Where: Dominick Lofino Park, 640 Grange Hall Road, Beavercreek
Cost: Free
CENTERVILLE
Americana Festival
What to expect: The Centerville - Washington Township Americana Festival is the largest one-day festival in Ohio, celebrated each year on July 4 (unless it’s a Sunday).
2022 Theme: Celebrating 50 Years of Americana.
This year’s Americana Festival begins with a bang on July 3rd the night BEFORE the Festival at the Centerville High School Stadium, 500 E. Franklin St. A variety of food vendors will be on hand at the stadium entrance. The celebration continues on Monday, July 4 with The Up and Running / RecPlex-Americana 5k Run/Walk, which is once again hosted by the Centerville Noon Optimist Club. Following the 5K Run, grab a spot on Franklin Street and enjoy the Americana Parade beginning at 10 a.m. Showcasing more than 120 units, the parade features numerous bands, floats, mobile and walking units. This year’s parade promises to be bigger and better than ever before.
Where: Location varies per event. Check map for specific event locations in Centerville.
Cost: Free
More info: www.americanafestival.org
DAYTON
City of Dayton Lights in Flight Fireworks Festival
What to expect: This celebration features one of the region’s biggest fireworks shows along the downtown Dayton riverfront on Sunday, July 3. Guests will be able to hear live music, eat food and engage in other fun activities before the fireworks display at 10 p.m.
When: Sunday, July 3, noon-10 p.m.
Where: RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E. Monument Ave., Dayton
Cost: Free
More info: daytonohio.gov
Family, Fun and Fireworks
What to expect: Celebrate this Independence Day at the Dayton Kroc Center. This fun and free evening includes bounce houses, yard games, and food. Guests can top off the evening by watching the Dayton Fireworks.
When: Sunday, July 3, 7-10 p.m.
Where: The Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1000 N. Keowee St., Dayton
Cost: Free
More info: www.daytonkroc.com
Red, White and Boonshoft
What to expect: Join in for this indoor/outdoor Fourth of July celebration! The day is packed with the best indoor fireworks display in town, along with explosive demonstrations, experiments, live animals, games, and more! Rain or shine.
Food will be available for purchase from local vendors, including Underdogs Mobile, Kona Ice of Troy, and Cuberland Kettle Corn. Mikesell’s chips will be available for FREE while supplies last.
When: Monday, July 4, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Boonshoft Museum of Discovery, 2600 Deweese Parkway, Dayton
Cost: Activities included with regular admission.
More info: www.boonshoftmuseum.org/events-activities/red-white-and-boonshoft
EATON
Old Fashioned Independence Day Celebration
What to expect: This annual festival in Eaton will feature food, beer, live music, children’s activities and fireworks.
When: Sunday, July 3 from 4-11 p.m. Fireworks begin at dusk.
Where: Preble County Historical Society, 7693 Swartsel Road, Eaton
Cost: $10 donation per car to the Preble County Historical Society
ENGLEWOOD
Englewood Fireworks Celebration
What to expect: Filling the air with patriotic tunes, the Englewood Civic Band will perform beginning at 7 p.m. Children will be aglow with excitement as the Englewood Fire Association will sell glow rings.
When: Monday, July 4, beginning at 7 p.m. Fireworks begin at 10 p.m.
Where: Centennial Park, Union Road in Englewood
Cost: Free
More info: Website
FAIRBORN
Fairborn’s Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks
What to expect: Join the fun in Fairborn with a block party on Sunday, July 3 in downtown Fairborn from 2-10 p.m. A parade, live entertainment and fireworks will take place on Monday, July 4. The parade begins at Fairborn Plaza Shopping Center, down Central, on Main to Broad Street at 2 p.m. Fireworks at 10 p.m. at Community Park. Food vendors will be on site.
When: July 3 and 4 from 2-10 p.m.
Where: Fairborn Community Park, 691 E. Dayton-Yellow Springs Road, Fairborn
Cost: Free
More info: Facebook
FRANKLIN
Community Fireworks
What to expect: “The Wettest 4th of July Parade in Ohio” will begin at 10 a.m. from the Lion’s Bridge, to South Main Street and along Sixth Street ending at Franklin Community Park. Fireworks will begin at 10 p.m. at Community Park. Be sure to come back to Community Park at 6 p.m. for Franklin’s All American Blast where Naked Karate Girls will perform live on stage with food trucks and concessions while the kids can play on the inflatables (arm bands available), enjoy face painting and balloon animals.
When: Monday, July 4. The Wettest Parade begins at 10 a.m. and fireworks begin at 10 p.m.
Where: Franklin Community Park, 306 E. Sixth St., Franklin
Cost: Free
HUBER HEIGHTS
Star Spangled Heights
What to expect: Start your Fourth of July celebration early with this Independence Day celebration featuring a parade, flag ceremony, family activities, food trucks, music and a fireworks show.
When: Saturday, July 2 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The fireworks display will begin at dusk.
Where: Thomas A. Cloud Park, 4707 Brandt Pike, Huber Heights
Cost: Free
More info: Website
KETTERING
Kettering Go 4th!
What to expect: Get out to Delco Park in Kettering for this long-standing family-friendly event chock-full of entertainment, live music, food vendors and food trucks, a kids zone, and, of course, fireworks. Bring your family, grab your chairs and blankets and get ready to rock with live band performances.
When: Monday, July 4, 6-10 p.m. Fireworks begin at 10 p.m.
Where: Delco Park, 1700 Delco Park Drive, Kettering
Cost: Free
LEBANON
Lebanon Independence Day Celebration
What to expect: Bring the family to enjoy a parade, live music, free inflatables and activities, including a petting zoo. Music begins at 7 p.m. Food vendors are available. Parade at 4 p.m. Celebration from 6-10 p.m. Fireworks launch at 10 p.m.
When: Sunday, July 3, from 4-10 p.m.
Where: Colonial Park West in Lebanon. Parking is available at the Warren County Fairgrounds. Handicap accessible parking is available at Colonial Park West.
Cost: Free
MORAINE
City of Moraine’s Star Spangled Boom
What to expect: The family can enjoy amusement rides, visit the family and fun zone, and check out the food trucks at 6 p.m. followed by a concert from The Menus at 7 p.m. Fireworks at Wax Park begin at 10 p.m.
When: Monday, July 4 from 6-11 p.m. Fireworks begin at 10 p.m.
Where: Wax Park, 3800 Main St., Moraine
Cost: Free
More info: https://ci.moraine.oh.us
PIQUA
Piqua 4th Fest
What to expect: The Piqua 4th Fest is back in Downtown Piqua from 3-10 p.m. Guests can expect live entertainment, vendors, food trucks and a fireworks display at 10 p.m.
When: Monday, July 4 from 3-10 p.m.
Where: Fort Piqua Plaza Banquet Center, 308 N. Main St., Piqua
Cost: Free admission
More info: www.piquaoh.org
SIDNEY
City of Sidney Fourth of July Celebration
What to expect: On July 4th, Sidney will celebrate the holiday with fireworks on the grounds of Sidney Middle School starting at 10 p.m.
When: Monday, July 4 at 10 p.m.
Where: Sidney Middle School, 980 Fair Road, Sidney
Cost: Free
SPRINGBORO
Boro Boom!
What to expect: Heatherwoode is the location for this year’s 4th of July fireworks display. Because of its elevation, great viewing locations are available all over town.
Enjoy a night under the stars as the Heatherwoode staff is planning a fun evening for those in or around the clubhouse. Two options are available: Visit the clubhouse area and bring your own seating. A menu including pulled pork sandwiches, hot dogs and funnel cakes, along with a cash bar and Kona Ice will be open to the public beginning at 6 p.m. outside the clubhouse. Live music goes 6:30 until 9:30 p.m.
For those who prefer reserved seating, the clubhouse is offering inside tables for eight and outdoor deck tables for six for $125, which includes a light buffet and two parking passes. In addition to a private cash bar and restrooms, live music starts at 6:30 p.m. Seating is limited and payment is due with your reservation, call Staci, 937-748-3222 ext. 106.
When: Monday, July 4
Where: Heatherwoode Golf Club, 88 Heatherwoode Blvd., Springboro
Cost: Free
More info: Facebook
SPRINGFIELD
Buck Creek Boom
What to expect: The 27th annual community fireworks show will celebrate America’s Independence with a spectacular fireworks display. It is possible to view the show from many locations around the community. Fireworks begin at dark, approximately 10 p.m.
When: Sunday, July 3 at 10 p.m.
Where: Buck Creek State Park, 1976 Buck Creek Lane, Springfield
Cost: Free
More info: Website
TIPP CITY
Tipp City fireworks
What to expect: Food truck rally begins at 7 p.m. and annual fireworks display begins at 10 p.m.
When: Monday, July 4, 7-10 p.m.
Where: Kyle Park, 500 S. First St., Tipp City
Cost: Free
TROY
City of Troy 4th of July Concert and Fireworks
What to expect: Celebrate Independence Day with our Fireworks display on the levee on the Great Miami River. Presented by The City of Troy & Troy Area Chamber of Commerce, Rockland Road is a self-contained six-piece family band from Nashville representing four generations of musical heritage. The band will perform a free concert at 7:30 p.m. at Treasure Island Park. Food vendors also will be present.
When: Monday, July 4, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Where: Treasure Island Park, 409 N. Elm St., Troy
Cost: Free
More info: Website
VANDALIA
Vandalia Star-Spangled Celebration
What to expect: Presented by the City of Vandalia and Butler Twp., featuring family activities, food vendors, live entertainment and fireworks at 10 p.m.
When: Sunday, July 3, 7-10 p.m.
Where: Vandalia Recreation Center and Sports Complex, 1101 Stonequarry Road, Vandalia
Cost: Free
More info: Website
WEST MILTON
West Milton 4th of July Celebration
What to expect: Celebrate the Fourth starting this weekend. Make sure you are ready to come and have a lot of family fun.
When: The parade begins at 11 a.m.; fireworks display will begin at 10 p.m. on Monday, July 4.
Where: 249 E. Tipp Pike, West Milton.
Cost: Free
More info: Facebook
XENIA
Kevin Sonnycalb Memorial Fireworks Festival in Xenia
What to expect: Fireworks by Rozzi’s Famous Fireworks, the Red, White & Blue Block Party in downtown Xenia, which is from 3 - 8 p.m. and will feature live music, sand sculptures, more than a dozen food trucks, a cornhole tournament, toy show, cruise-in and children’s activities, including face painting, a climbing wall and other games for children of all ages. The fireworks show starts at 10 p.m.
When: Friday, July 1, 3-10 p.m.
Where: Shawnee Park, 591 South Park Drive, Xenia
Cost: Free
YELLOW SPRINGS
Annual Yellow Springs 4th of July Parade & Fireworks
What to expect: Yellow Springs’ Fourth of July celebrations will include a parade at 3 p.m. Monday, July 4 and a fireworks display kicked off by The Yellow Springs Community Band. Fireworks will begin at dusk at Gaunt Park.
When: Monday, July 4
Where: Parade kicks off on Xenia Avenue, Yellow Springs.
Cost: Free
More info: Website
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UPDATE: Mobile home fire spreads to vegetation off Highway 273 south of Redding
Update, 2:40 p.m.
Authorities have started to release resources from the mobile home fire that spread to vegetation on Spring Gulch Road.
Original story
Shasta County firefighters are battling a mobile home fire west of Highway 273 between Redding and Anderson.
The fire was reported around 1:30 p.m. Monday on Spring Gulch Road just east of Fairwind Drive.
Crews reported a mobile home fully involved and the flames had spread to surrounding vegetation. They have asked for additional engines to fight the fire.
Officials also have dispatched at least one aircraft to fight the fire.
The fire was at about a half-acre as of 2 p.m.
The fire also is spotting, and flames from the spotting have burned an outbuilding on the property, firefighters told dispatchers.
Check back for updates.
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Sierra Pacific Industries closing California forests to public due to wildfire danger, drought
ANDERSON — Swaths of private California forestlands will be closed to the public starting this week due to extreme drought and risk of wildfires, the owner announced just weeks after Shasta County CEO Matt Pontes became its first director of wildfire and fuels management.
Sierra Pacific Industries said the closure will take effect July 1 and will remain in effect until further notice.
The huge lumber manufacturer owns more than 2.3 million acres of forests in California, Oregon and Washington, and is the largest private landowner in the country.
Earlier this month, Shasta County CEO Pontes announced he was joining Sierra Pacific Industries after resigning in May.
Read more:Matt Pontes, Shasta County executive officer, to join timber giant Sierra Pacific Industries
“I am extraordinarily grateful for the opportunity to join the leadership team, family culture and crew at SPI,” Pontes said in a statement. “This new role aligns with my passion in wildfire, forestry and natural resources."
Sierra Pacific normally allows the public access to its lands for recreational purposes in areas that are not actively being logged.
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“Despite some of the late spring rains, California is experiencing the driest conditions it has had in 1200 years,” spokesperson Andrea Howell said.
Sierra Pacific said it will regularly evaluate the situation but anticipates the closure will remain in effect until fall.
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The company closed its California forestlands last year from late June until early October.
To learn more about the company’s recreation access policies, visit spi-ind.com. For inquiries associated with the closure, contact the SPI California Public Recreation Hotline at 530-378-8274.
The Associated Press contributed to this report. | https://www.redding.com/story/news/local/california/2022/06/27/california-forests-closing-recreation-due-wildfire-danger-drought-sierra-pacific-industries/7750331001/ | 2022-06-27T22:45:54 | 1 | https://www.redding.com/story/news/local/california/2022/06/27/california-forests-closing-recreation-due-wildfire-danger-drought-sierra-pacific-industries/7750331001/ |
Originally published June 25 on KTVB.COM.
Following the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade on Friday, the political and legal sides of the ruling have been widely discussed.
A part of abortion equation that hasn't been discussed much over the last few months is from the provider's perspective.
Doctors are the ones in the room when the decision to have an abortion is made and they are the ones on the receiving end of Senate Bill 1385 — Idaho's trigger law that will ban abortions under most circumstances — which will go into effect sometime in August.
The bill says, "every person who performs or attempts to perform an abortion as defined in this chapter commits the crime of criminal abortion." That is unless they can prove it was to save the life of the mother.
Dr. Loren Colson is a family physician in Boise who provides obstetrics and reproductive care, including options counseling like abortion.
Colson is a member of the Idaho Academy of Family Physicians and sits on the Reproductive Health Committee. He's also one of the state leaders for the Reproductive Health Access Project.
Knowing a bit about the topic, Colson calls the Supreme Court's ruling a huge step backwards for reproductive health care.
Colson: "We know that without abortion access, that more mothers will die because they can't get the care they need. What we do know is pregnancy is a dangerous condition for a lot of people and that the U.S. has a pretty high maternal morality rate already for a developed country and that this is only going to make it worse. So, even though the law says that there's a provision for the life of the mother to allow for abortion, more mothers will still die because they did not have access to abortion care."
KTVB: "How do you weigh that with the rights of the unborn, which is the other side of this argument?"
Colson: "My belief and the belief of our professional organization here, the Idaho Academy of Physicians, is that this is a very personal decision between the patient and the provider and that is a decision that should stay in that area and not should be decided upon by anyone else, including our legislators."
KTVB: "You're going to be in this place where you're going to make a decision, like you, I will not be liable for this if the physician determined in good faith medical judgment that the abortion was necessary to prevent the death of the pregnant woman. Are there going to be situations where you're going to have to weigh your legal options over your medical options?"
Colson: "Absolutely. It's not always clear at an appointment early on in the pregnancy or later on in the pregnancy if the life of the mother is eminently in danger. There will definitely come a time when a patient is concerned based on their own health risks, that they might have pregnancy complications and that they don't want to continue the pregnancy for that reason, but in that moment it might be hard to justify that that is to protect the life of the mother, because it would be theoretical at that point that they wouldn't have had that complication already and by the time they have that complication, it might be too late."
KTVB: "What instances would that be the case?"
Colson: "Probably the most prevalent one would be a condition called preeclampsia, or if one develops high blood pressure and then a lot of different organ failure problems, such as swelling of the brain, seizures, and ultimately could lead to death. That doesn't usually happen until later on in the pregnancy."
KTVB: "Does it happen that people are given this risk assessment of preeclampsia and they say, 'I don't want to deal with that,' and they make the decision to have an abortion?"
Colson: "Yeah, I would say that is one of many factors that the folks say, 'I (don't) want to be pregnant or (put) my family at risk.' These people aren't first-time parents, they have kids, they have a family already and I think while they may even be excited about the pregnancy, it may not be an unwanted pregnancy when they weigh that against, 'is it worth it for me to leave my family to die by continue this pregnancy?' A lot of them will come to the decision of 'no, it's not worth it to me, I would not like to continue this pregnancy.'"
KTVB: "There's a lot of gray area, they say, when it comes to: what's that medical decision versus what's the life of the mother, kind of thing. What's it like to be in that gray area?"
Colson: "I think that's what's hard for folks that don't have a medical background to understand is, that is the area we always deal in is gray area, and we're constantly weighing our decisions of, these are the probabilities, what decision do you want to make as the patient, as part of shared decision-making process? It's almost never a clear-cut answer on most of medicine, and so that's why it's super important to us that we keep it between the patient and the provider and for the patient to be able to make that choice that they feel they need to make that choice, based on the information that's been laid out in front of them."
KTVB: "How is this going to change your life? Your career? Your job going forward?"
Colson: "It's going to be really tough, because I think myself and my colleagues are going to feel like we have to make a decision for patients to continue a pregnancy they may not want and to follow them throughout that entire process. So, for nine months, help them to manage themselves medically and carry a pregnancy that they don't want, that they expressed to us that they didn't want, from the very beginning."
Colson said doctors, as a species, are pretty risk averse and instead of having to face that gray area of abortion - most who now provide the option - will likely just stop providing the option to avoid the chance of any legal trouble.
He also told KTVB that, right now, a decision to have an abortion is 100% upon the patient.
When asked if this ruling shifts some of that onus to the doctor to make that decision, worrying about the legal ramifications, Colson said that decision has been made by Idaho lawmakers.
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BOISE — A new lawsuit filed in the Idaho Supreme Court on Monday charges that Idaho's 2020 anti-abortion "trigger" law violates both the Idaho Constitution and the Idaho Human Rights Act, and seeks to block it from taking effect in August.
Filed by Planned Parenthood, the lawsuit charges that the trigger law — so called because it was "triggered" to take effect if the U.S. Supreme Court overruled Roe vs. Wade — violates the Idaho Constitution's "guarantee of the fundamental right to privacy in making intimate familial decisions;" violates the Idaho Constitution's equal protection clause, along with the Idaho Human Rights Act's prohibition on sex discrimination; and violates the Idaho Constitution's due process clause due to unconstitutional vagueness.
The trigger law makes performing any abortion in Idaho, at any stage of pregnancy, a felony, with just two narrow exceptions: To prevent the death of the pregnant woman, and not from potential self-harm; or in cases of rape or incest documented with a police report provided to the doctor.
The lawsuit charges that the wording of the exceptions is so vague that medical practitioners would be unable to determine if their conduct complied with the law or not.
"It is abhorrent that we have now entered an era where the delivery of safe essential health care will be criminalized," said Dr. Caitlin Gustafson, an Idaho doctor who's a named plaintiff in the case on behalf of herself and her patients, along with Planned Parenthood, on behalf of itself, its staff, physicians and patients.
"Physicians take an oath to provide the care patients need to keep them safe," Gustafson said in a statement, "so we cannot stand by while the government intrudes on this deeply personal and complex medical decision."
The lawsuit is one of a wave across the country, including cases already pending challenging trigger laws in Louisiana, Florida, Utah and Arizona, the AP reports. At least one of those, in Florida, argues that that state's trigger law violates the Florida Constitution. Louisiana's trigger law was temporarily blocked Monday, pending a July 8 hearing.
On equal protection, the new Idaho lawsuit argues that the trigger law impermissibly discriminates against women. "The Ban purposefully places a host of burdens on women, with no equivalent burdens on men," the petition says. "The law is designed to deprive only women of the right to choose whether or not to be a parent and to their bodily autonomy." It notes that the Idaho Human Rights Act forbids discrimination on the basis of sex.
On privacy, the lawsuit cites Article I, Section 1 of the Idaho Constitution, which says, "INALIENABLE RIGHTS OF MAN. All men are by nature free and equal, and have certain inalienable rights, among which are enjoying and defending life and liberty; acquiring, possessing and protecting property; pursuing happiness and securing safety."
Citing a string of Idaho Supreme Court cases stretching back to 1971, the lawsuit says, "As this Court has recognized for almost 50 years, the right to decide whether to procreate is a fundamental right under the Idaho Constitution."
The constitutional section is expansive, the lawsuit says, and therefore protects the right to privacy in making "intimate familial decisions" as an “inalienable right.”
The petition also points to disproportionate impacts on poor women under the law, and says, "In addition, the Ban will add to the anguish of patients and their families who receive fetal diagnoses incompatible with sustained life after birth — forcing patients to carry doomed pregnancies and suffer the physical and emotional pains of labor and delivery, knowing all the while that their child will not survive."
In its 24-page petition to the Idaho Supreme Court, Planned Parenthood writes that Idaho's trigger law, which is set to take effect 30 days after the U.S. Supreme Court's Friday decision overturning Roe v. Wade is formalized through a judgment, could take effect, at the earliest, on Aug. 18, 2022. That's allowing 25 days from the decision for the judgment to issue, and then the 30-day time period after that.
It asks the court to grant an emergency ruling barring the trigger law from being enforced and declaring it both unconstitutional and a violation of the Idaho Human Rights Act; and also requests that if arguments in the case extend beyond Aug. 18, the law be blocked form taking effect in the meantime.
The case was filed against the state of Idaho; Gov. Brad Little; Attorney General Lawrence Wasden; Ada County Prosecutor Jan Bennetts; Twin Falls County Prosecutor Grant Loebs; and the Idaho state boards of medicine, nursing and pharmacy. Punishments for violations of the trigger law include prison time and suspension or permanent revocation of medical licenses.
Little's office issued this statement: "The governor’s office is reviewing the pleadings filed with the Idaho Supreme Court and will be working with counsel to respond as required by the Court.” | https://www.idahopress.com/news/local/new-lawsuit-challenges-idahos-abortion-trigger-law/article_16cf0836-14ed-5da9-a194-3a08e709d260.html | 2022-06-27T22:46:33 | 1 | https://www.idahopress.com/news/local/new-lawsuit-challenges-idahos-abortion-trigger-law/article_16cf0836-14ed-5da9-a194-3a08e709d260.html |
GREENSBORO — He may play for the Cincinnati Bengals, but defensive tackle D.J. Reader’s heart remains in his hometown.
And he’s hoping to help make affordable housing available to those living here.
“Affordable housing is a big thing and there’s never enough,” Reader said in a phone interview over the weekend. "We’re just trying to change (that) one house at a time."
Through his nonprofit, A Son Never Forgets, Reader has started buying single and multi-family properties in the south end of the city and intends to rent or sell them to low-income people.
“Just being a kid from Greensboro, I think the big thing for me was being able to just go back and be able to pour into a community that always poured into me,” said Reader, who went to Grimsley High School. “I feel like an area I could attack was affordable housing because that’s the way me and my team decided to go about it.”
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That "team" includes his mother, Felicia.
“There is a need and we can no longer just close our eyes,” she said.
She added that the group has one single-family home and two multiple-family units.
“And we're currently looking at maybe a condo, but it's not near available,” she said.
But for the other units, she’s hoping to get families into those places by sometime in July.
D.J. Reader said he’s also bought some properties that are undeveloped and is looking to partner with builders, governments and other nonprofit organizations to turn them into affordable housing.
“We’re looking for partners everywhere," said Reader, who was nominated for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award in 2019.
Potential tenants and buyers for the affording housing would come from government lists, where people have been issued housing vouchers.
“The housing prices just continue skyrocket,” Reader said. “We’re trying to help one family at a time.”
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GREENSBORO — Police have identified the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred just after midnight on Monday.
Kamrean Dale Locklear, 18, of Greensboro sustained a single gunshot wound, police said in a news release.
Around 1 a.m., police were called to the 1600 block of Orlando Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered a man who was dead. That person was later identified as Locklear.
The circumstances that led to the shooting are unknown.
The incident is now being investigated as a homicide, police said in the news release. | https://greensboro.com/news/local/police-greensboro-man-18-found-dead-after-shooting-early-monday/article_b9738f84-f657-11ec-9295-eb6961bc2592.html | 2022-06-27T22:53:19 | 0 | https://greensboro.com/news/local/police-greensboro-man-18-found-dead-after-shooting-early-monday/article_b9738f84-f657-11ec-9295-eb6961bc2592.html |
ALMA, Arkansas — The Alma Liberty Festival will take place on July 2 in downtown Alma.
The festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be food trucks and over 75 vendor booths.
There will be a kid's area with bounce arounds, a rock wall, ponies, laser tag, games, contests and more.
There will be free watermelon at noon and fireworks will start at 9 p.m.
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MENDON, Mo. — Three people have died and dozens of people were injured when a train struck a dump truck in Mendon, Missouri, emergency officials said.
In a press conference, Corporal Justin Dunn with the Missouri State Highway Patrol said one person inside the dump truck and two people on the train were killed. The superintendent with Chariton County Ambulance Service told CNN that at least 50 people were injured.
Dunn said seven of the eight train cars derailed when the train hit the dump truck at the Porche Prarie Avenue crossing at around 12:40 Monday afternoon.
MSHP Lieutenant Eric Brown said the crossing was an uncontrolled crossing over a gravel road, meaning there were no lights or crossing arms. He said uncontrolled crossings are common in rural areas. Brown said investigators did not know if the truck was stuck on the tracks or if it was moving.
In a statement, Amtrak said the train was traveling from Los Angeles to Chicago. Amtrak said there were approximately 243 passengers and 12 crew members on the train, Dunn said there were 207 passengers and crewmembers on the train.
Three passengers were being taken from the scene to University Hospital in Columbia, hospital spokesman Eric Maze said. He did not have information on their conditions.
The Missouri Highway Patrol and other local law enforcement units were at the scene to help and Amtrak said it has deployed resources to the site.
Aerial footage of the crash showed the train off the tracks with multiple train cars tipped onto their sides. First responders were on the scene standing on top of the toppled train cars.
In an interview with CNN, passenger Robert Nightingale said every car other than the engine car tipped onto its side when the train hit the truck. He said he and other passengers had to climb out of the overturned cars after the crash and sat on top of the cars until first responders arrived.
He said the passengers were then taken to an area school where some were being treated by EMS workers.
Mendon, Missouri, is a town of about 160 people about 85 miles northwest of Columbia in Chariton County, Missouri.
The statement from Amtrak is as follows:
"On June 27 at 12:42 p.m. CT, Southwest Chief Train 4, traveling eastbound on BNSF track from Los Angeles to Chicago, derailed 8 cars and 2 locomotives after striking a truck that was obstructing a public crossing near Mendon, Missouri. There were approximately 243 passengers and 12 crew members onboard with early reports of injuries. Local authorities are currently assisting customers. Our Incident Response Team has been activated, and we are deploying emergency personnel to the scene to help support our passengers, our employees and their families with their needs. Individuals with questions about their friends and family who were traveling aboard this train should call 800-523-9101. Additional details will be provided as available."
This is a breaking news story that will be updated when more information becomes available.
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PINE BLUFF, Ark. — Summer has begun, and along with summer, come sports such as baseball and softball. It also means that summer has not only brought back fun and games, but it has also brought along the heat.
For those summer games to happen, the umpire is a crucial member of the team.
Umpires are normally dressed in a lot of gear and they spend hours under the sun. During a typical game, they wear more than eight pounds of gear and when you factor in the dangerous heat, it can become uncomfortable.
Vincent Tate, athletic director for Pine Bluff Parks and Recreation said, “Summertime in Arkansas is hot.” but the heat is something he has gotten accustomed to.
When behind the plate, he is dressed head to toe in heavy protective gear.
“I have [on] a mask, I have a chest protector on, steel shoes for my feet and I have on shin guards,” Tate said.
Those safety measures are able to shield him from the impact of a ball, but they are not very effective in shielding him from the rays of the sun. Tate is on the diamond for more than 12 hours per game and that has created potentially dangerous situations.
“Yesterday, it said it felt like 106 degrees,” Tate remembered.
He also said that normally the umpires rotate their duties throughout the game.
“If we have eight games, [and] if it’s not hot, we may do four behind the plate and then we’ll do four in the field,” Tate said.
Simple things like staying hydrated throughout the week have helped him and his fellow umpires make sure that they are on top of their game.
A crucial part of beating the sun is making sure that they've taken a break in between games.
“We will normally take 20 minutes between games to just kind of refuel, rehydrate, [and] get off our feet for a while,” Tate said.
He added that those few steps have continually helped him avoid a medical emergency on the field.
“One of the biggest things with umpiring is that you’ve got to listen to your body,” Tate said.
During his career, he said he’s seen a lot of umpires suffer from heat exhaustion.
He recommended that umpires should be physically fit and that they are well acclimated to the extreme heat. | https://www.5newsonline.com/article/news/local/baseball-umpire-shares-method-to-beating-the-heat/91-153bc30a-870a-46c4-978e-35412f5c05f8 | 2022-06-27T22:55:04 | 0 | https://www.5newsonline.com/article/news/local/baseball-umpire-shares-method-to-beating-the-heat/91-153bc30a-870a-46c4-978e-35412f5c05f8 |
ARKANSAS, USA — The excitement for Fourth of July celebrations is underway and Best Friends Animal Society (BFAS) wants to help pet owners keep their pets safe and calm this holiday.
BFAS says this holiday is often traumatic for four-legged family members who get nervous when they hear loud sounds such as fireworks.
Dogs who get anxious over the sounds are known to dig under or jump over fences, break tethers or even shatter windows in response to their fireworks fears.
Your pet can end up injured or at a busy shelter overflowing with other lost pets. To avoid this, BFAS is providing tips to keep pets safe this 4th of July.
Fourth of July pet safety tips:
- Bring all pets indoors whenever neighborhood fireworks displays are likely, making sure that any potentially harmful food or alcohol is kept out of reach.
- Secure pets in a room, close the windows, draw the curtains, surround them with comforting toys, and play loud music or turn on the television to drown out the frightening sounds.
- Always keep pets away from lit fireworks (including in your own backyard). Some will chase after the bright moving objects and are at risk of being burned or blinded in the process.
- Fireworks also contain substances that are toxic if ingested, so be sure to keep unlit fireworks out of reach.
- Ensure that pets are wearing current identification tags, and make sure your current contact info is recorded with the vet clinic or shelter that implanted the microchip.
- Have a plan in place in case your pet does go missing that includes calling and visiting the local shelter and posting information about your missing pet on platforms such as Nextdoor and Facebook.
Best Friends Animal Society says with staffing shortages and decreased availability across the country, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure for your pets.
“The last thing you want is an emergency over a holiday when many veterinary clinics and shelters are closed or open only for limited hours,” said Dr. Erin Katribe, veterinarian and medical director of Best Friends Animal Society. “If you know your pets get severely anxious, discuss pharmaceutical options with your veterinarian in advance. Several medications to treat anxiety in pets are available.”
According to Katribe, it’s important to do this based on your pet’s weight, age and health issues. Pet owners are recommended to get the proper prescription and dosage from your vet.
Pet first aid kits can help treat minor injuries such as scrapes or cuts at home. More serious situations such as puncture wounds, burns, broken bones, eye injuries or heat stroke require immediate vet consultation.
“If medical care is warranted, start by contacting your veterinarian’s office to see if they can take your pet for an emergency exam. If not, you may need to go to a 24/7 emergency facility, which your vet can refer you to,” Katribe said. “I recommend that all pet owners find out the contact information of their local emergency clinic ahead of time, so that it’s quickly within reach in those unexpected moments.”
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – School may be out for summer, but local school districts want to make sure kids aren’t out of luck when it comes to receiving nutritious, free meals during the break.
In Multnomah County, almost all districts have programs set up throughout the summer to allow kids access to free meals.
Below is an explanation of how each school district in Multnomah County is ensuring children in their area don’t go hungry this summer.
Portland Public Schools
Portland Public Schools is partnering with Portland Parks and Recreation during summer of 2022 to provide daily free lunches and activities to children in the city. The free lunches will be offered to children in the community ages 1-18 at 16 parks throughout the city from June 21 through August 19.
New U.S. Department of Agriculture regulations in 2022 require all lunches to be eaten within the designated eating area at the park. Grab-and-go meals are no longer available and no food may be taken home.
Portland Public Schools has a list of park locations, menu information and allergy information posted on its website.
Parkrose School District
Parkrose School District is also offering free meals to all children 18 and younger throughout the summer. Most meal distribution sites operate Monday through Friday.
Parkrose School District said meals will be available at Gateway Discovery Park, Luuwit View Park, Parkrose High School, Parkrose Middle School, Prescott and Sacramento Elementary Schools, Russell Elementary School, and Shaver Elementary School.
Most sites are offering breakfast and lunch. All meals must be eaten on site.
The district has more information posted online.
David Douglas School District
David Douglas School District is also inviting kids to take part in the Portland Parks and Recreation Free Lunch + Play program. Throughout summer, kids are invited to eat their free meals while enjoying free concerts, movies and performances. The program includes 42 events throughout the summer.
The Free Lunch + Play program is delivered in partnership with Portland Public Schools, Centennial School District, David Douglas School District and Parkrose School District.
The David Douglas School District has a list of Lunch + Play locations in its area posted online.
Centennial School District
The Centennial School District has several sites that will be distributing breakfast and lunch to kids on weekdays throughout the summer.
It’s partnering with Portland Parks and Recreation for the Free Lunch + Play program, but the district also has a list of convenient locations on its website.
The district warns families that meals will not be offered on July 4 due to the observance of Independence Day.
Corbett School District
The Corbett School District instructs families to find a free summer lunch service using the USDA’s free meals for kids site finder. However, the closest meal distribution site to Corbett is Sweetbriar Elementary School in Troutdale. The school is a more than 5-mile drive from Corbett Middle School and High School.
The Sweetbriar Elementary School location is offering free breakfast from 7:30 a.m. to 8 a.m. and lunch from 11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday through Friday. It will be open June 27 through August 5.
Gresham Barlow School District
The Gresham Barlow School District is offering free summer meals to all kids 18 and under.
The district notified families of a few changes to the 2022 program. Parents or guardians will no longer be able to pick up meals on behalf of their children. As the USDA regulations instruct, children must remain on site while they eat their meal and participants cannot receive multiple meals at one meal service.
Meals will be served Monday through Friday. Springwater Trail High School is the only site offering breakfast every morning. The district has a full list of meal sites on its website.
There will be no meal service at Springwater Trail High School on July 1 and no meal service at all sites on July 4.
KOIN 6 News contacted Riverdale School District in South Portland to ask if they had any free meal programs for children over the summer. We did not receive a response before the publication of this article. | https://www.koin.com/local/multnomah-county/kids-can-get-free-meals-in-multnomah-county-this-summer/ | 2022-06-27T22:55:16 | 0 | https://www.koin.com/local/multnomah-county/kids-can-get-free-meals-in-multnomah-county-this-summer/ |
ARKANSAS, USA — Alan Morse, CEO of Jonesboro-based Ritter Communications, a regional telecom, and broadband provider, said Arkansas is well ahead of surrounding states when it comes to investing in high-speed Internet fiber expansion.
Ritter has operations in over 100 communities across a four-state footprint, including Arkansas, Missouri, Tennessee and Texas. Morse said The Natural State has been smart in investing federal money into broadband deployment across rural Arkansas since the COVID-19 pandemic first brought a tranche of funding to the state.
“I give kudos to Governor Hutchinson and his team, and also the Arkansas legislature for the speed with which they jumped on the availability of those funds and got them deployed. Arkansas was really one of the first states in the country to make use of the CARES Act funds that came out in 2020, and then subsequently the funds that came out in 2021.
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FORT SMITH, Ark. — The United Way of Northwest Arkansas and Fort Smith is hosting its annual Fill the Bus event in our area. Going back to school is an exciting event for kids, but for many, the cost of supplies may keep them from being able to do well in class. Fill the Bus is helping families provide their kids with everything they need to succeed this school year.
Busses will be parked in front of participating Walmart stores in four counties in Arkansas, and two counties in Oklahoma on Friday, July 29th and Saturday, July 30th.
Supplies to donate include, 3 ring binders, antibacterial wipes, ink pens, glue, markers, tissues, and pencil boxes. You can find the full list of supplies by visiting this link. When you find the items you want to donate, head to check out. Once you are done, drop off the items at the school bus collection point outside the store.
Busses will be in the River Valley area from 9am to 7pm on Friday, and 9am to 1pm on Saturday.
River Valley Locations:
- 3108 N Broadway St, Poteau, OK
- 1101 W Ruth Ave, Sallisaw, OK
- 1501 E Walnut St, Paris, AR – Friday Only
- 1400 East Main St, Booneville, AR
Busses will be in the Northwest Arkansas area from 9am to 3pm on both Friday and Saturday.
Northwest Arkansas Locations:
- 8301 Rogers Ave, Fort Smith, AR
- 2100 No. 62nd St, Fort Smith, AR – Kelley Hwy
- 2425 South Zero St, Fort Smith, AR
- 4900 Rogers Ave, Fort Smith, AR
- 8600 US 71 South, Fort Smith, AR
- 2214 Fayetteville Rd, Van Buren, AR
- 367 W Cherry St, Alma, AR
- 551 Liberty Dr, Greenwood, AR
- 1516 N 18th St, Ozark, AR
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TALLADEGA COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — A teenager was killed in a car crash outside Childersburg Saturday night.
According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, the 17-year-old was killed when their Dodge Ram left the roadway and hit a tree around 10:42 p.m. The crash occurred on Coleman Bridge Road, two miles east of Childersburg.
The teen was pronounced dead at the scene. A passenger in the vehicle was taken to UAB Hospital for treatment.
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CALIFORNIA, USA — California voters will decide in November whether to guarantee the right to an abortion in their state constitution, a question sure to boost turnout on both sides of the debate during a pivotal midterm election year as Democrats try to keep control of Congress after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.
The court's ruling on Friday lets states decide for themselves whether to allow abortion. California is controlled by Democrats who support abortion rights, so access to the procedure won't be threatened anytime soon.
But the legal right to an abortion in California is based upon the “right to privacy” in the state constitution. The Supreme Court's ruling declared that a right to privacy does not guarantee the right to an abortion. California Democrats fear this ruling could leave the state's abortion laws vulnerable to challenge in state courts.
To fix that, California lawmakers on Monday agreed to put a constitutional amendment on the ballot this year that would leave no doubt about the status of abortion in California.
The amendment would declare that the state “shall not deny or interfere with an individual's reproductive freedom in their most intimate decisions, which includes their fundamental right to choose to have an abortion and their fundamental right to choose or refuse contraceptives.”
California joins Vermont in trying to protect abortion in its state constitution. The Vermont proposal, also on the ballot this November, does not include the word “abortion” but would protect “personal reproductive autonomy” — although there is an exception “justified by a compelling State interest achieved by the least restrictive means.”
Meanwhile, four conservative states — Alabama, Louisiana, Tennessee and West Virginia — have constitutions that say a right to an abortion is not protected, according to the Guttmacher Institute, an abortion rights group.
The amendment in California is part of Democrats' aggressive strategy to expand access to abortion in response to the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling. Last week, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law aimed at shielding California abortion providers and volunteers from lawsuits in other states — a law aimed at blunting a Texas law that allows private citizens to sue people who help women in that state get an abortion.
California's massive budget includes more than $200 million to expand access to abortion in the state. The money would help pay for abortions for women who can't afford them, scholarships for abortion providers and a new website listing all of the state's abortion services in one place.
The budget also includes $20 million to help women pay for the logistics of an abortion, including things like travel, lodging and child care. But the Newsom administration says the money can't be used to help women from other states where abortion is illegal or severely restricted come to California to get the procedure.
A dozen other bills are pending that would do things like let some nurse practitioners perform abortions without the supervision of a doctor and block disclosure of abortion-related medical records to out-of-state entities.
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Dust swirls in the air at a cement factory on the outskirts of Redding as mud-caked tires travel along a wide conveyor belt. The tires are carried up 90 feet into a smoldering-hot incinerator, where they’re used as fuel for firing a kiln.
The massive, 2,700-degree kiln at the Martin Marietta, Inc. plant churns more than 2,500 metric tons of pulverized limestone and other materials daily to produce clinker, the jagged lumps of rock that are used to make cement.
The factory needs a constant and steady supply of fuel to sustain its 24-hour operations. Although the burning tires supply some fuel to fire up the kiln, about 80% still comes from fossil fuels, including high-polluting coal.
As a high-carbon and energy-intensive product, manufacturing cement, the key ingredient in concrete, takes a heavy toll on the climate. The Redding factory emitted about 282,000 tons of carbon dioxide in 2020 — equivalent to about 55,000 gas-powered cars.
Under pressure from state lawmakers, California’s cement industry is gradually taking steps to reduce its carbon footprint. But experts say the industry is one of the most difficult to decarbonize.
The state’s eight cement plants account for about 2% of California’s total greenhouse gas emissions, 8.2 metric tons of carbon dioxide, in 2017, according to a report from Global Efficiency Intelligence, an environmental research firm. Their emissions declined 20% between 2000 and 2015 because of improved energy efficiency and increased use of lower-carbon fuels.
“We are committing to get to zero by 2045,” said Tom Tietz, executive director of the California Nevada Cement Association, a trade group representing the industry. “We’re unique in how difficult that is and this is why we’re striving to collaborate with the state as much as we can to accomplish this.”
Cement is difficult to tackle for two main reasons: Fossil fuels are still the main fuel source for kilns and cooking limestone naturally releases carbon dioxide.
Keith Krugh, the Redding plant’s director of sustainability and product development, said making the switch to alternative energy sources such as tires, pistachio shells, wood chips and other waste products is just one way that the cement industry is cutting emissions.
The cement industry needs a variety of technologies to cut carbon, he said, some so costly that the industry is seeking state funding and incentives.
“This is what we must do,” Krugh said. “So what are all the different kinds of tools that we’ve got in the box to attack this problem? It’s not just a single thing. There are many different avenues that cement producers can use to get to that net-zero.”
An outsized carbon footprint
California is the second-largest cement producer in the U.S. after Texas, producing nearly 10 million metric tons of cement yearly, according to the Portland Cement Association. Large manufacturers in California include Lehigh Southwest and CalPortland.
Cement’s outsized carbon footprint is a problem that industry leaders have been working to address as California strives to decarbonize its economy. State lawmakers are increasingly targeting the cement industry because of its large role in contributing to climate change, proposing legislation that could accelerate the pace of eliminating carbon.
A first-of-its kind law passed last year is a prime example. Authored by state Sen. Josh Becker, a Democrat from San Mateo, the law requires the cement industry to offset its greenhouse gas emissions and reach net-zero carbon by 2045. The Air Resources Board must develop a metric to compare the environmental effects of different kinds of cement by July 2023.
Meeting those climate targets will require heavy investments, according to Guarav Sant, director of UCLA’s Institute for Carbon Management. The industry will need to switch to more environmentally-friendly fuels, increase energy-efficiency, invest in new carbon capture technologies and produce low-carbon cement blends, he said.
“Decarbonization is hard and it’s also really expensive,” he said. “In short, you’re talking about a significant shift in how we approach these (industry) sectors and how these sectors operate. Fundamentally we need to think about technological innovations.”
About 60% of the cement industry’s total carbon dioxide emissions in California are from heating limestone in the kiln; the other 40% is from fuel combustion and electricity use, according to the Global Efficiency Intelligence report.
Most of the fuels used in the cement manufacturing process, such as natural gas, coal and petroleum coke, emit planet-warming gases. Unlike other industries, the cement industry cannot rely on most renewable energy sources to power its operations due to the extremely high temperatures that are needed for production. That’s part of the reason why the industry is making the switch to alternative fuels that consist of recycled waste products.
The Redding factory, which produces 635,000 short tons of cement a year, uses a mix of coal, petroleum coke, tires and natural gas to fuel its operations. Fuel sources vary depending on availability and pricing, but on average, about half of its fuel comes from coal, 20% comes from petroleum coke, 20% from car and truck tires and the rest from natural gas.
Using tires for fuel eliminates only about 5% of the kiln’s emissions. Krugh said the factory, which will be sold to CalPortland effective July 1, is working to replace at least half its fossil fuels with climate-friendly alternatives within the next 10 years.
About 13,000 tons of used tires a year are burned at the plant, which keeps about a million tires out of landfills. Burning tires reduces the company’s greenhouse gas emissions because they contain a large amount of biomass in the form of natural rubber that reduces the carbon dioxide intensity of the process, Krugh said.
He said the fumes created from burning tires are captured in the kiln.
“When people think of burning a tire, they think of these tire piles that catch on fire and make a huge black horrible, contaminated cloud,” Krugh said while pointing to the plant’s 252 foot- tall smokestack. “In the cement kiln, the entire process is under time, temperature and oxygen control. You don’t see a black cloud coming out the top of the stack because all of the combustibles are completely burned due to the extremely high temperatures and process controls.”
However, documents provided by the Shasta County Air Quality Management District show that the factory, in addition to emitting greenhouse gases, is a substantial source of dust particles and smog-forming emissions. Residents filed five complaints that dust from the plant drifted onto their property last year, and the district issued a violation notice in December that has prompted the company to step up dust control. The plant also emits 62 toxic air contaminants that total more than two tons a year.
Crushing and heating limestone is a major source of greenhouse gases at cement factories because of its high concentration of calcium carbonate, a compound needed to make cement. For every ton of cement that’s produced, about 0.8 tons of carbon dioxide is released through this process. These emissions are an unavoidable byproduct, which means that the industry needs to invest in technologies that capture the carbon so it doesn’t spew into the atmosphere.
Some of these technologies aim to use carbon dioxide for cement production, while others involve capture and storage, where the carbon is injected deep underground into rock formations.
The practice is controversial due to its practicality and cost, but also because environmentalists say using carbon capture and storage for enhanced oil recovery will only prolong the lifespan of the fossil fuel industry. Many environmental justice groups, however, are not as opposed to the cement industry using carbon capture because of how difficult it is to decarbonize.
Alex Jackson, senior attorney at the Natural Resources Defense Council, an environmental advocacy group, said public investments in these carbon-capture projects could help the state ensure strong worker protection measures and community health standards that may be more difficult to enforce if companies were solely driven by market forces.
“There’s a good case to be made for leaving open the possibility of carbon capture for an industrial sector like cement that has these non-combustion emissions that are going to be difficult to avoid or eliminate entirely,” he said.
Jackson said the cement industry has resisted adapting to climate change for several reasons: Global market forces didn’t grant companies incentives, and for years there was a lack of political interest and available technology.
“There’s lots of momentum and there’s lots of promising technologies taking fruit now,” he said. “But historically, we haven’t seen the same degree of progress.”
UCLA’s Sant said carbon capture and storage is necessary to attain a net-zero future for the cement industry. But complications include the high cost and lack of infrastructure to capture, transport and store carbon dioxide, he said.
“We need things like pipelines to be able to take carbon dioxide from sequestration sites,” he said. “Most cement plants are not sitting on top of geological reservoirs. This infrastructure doesn’t exist, which makes geological capture and storage extremely hard.”
Vincent Wiraatmadja, a policy advocate at The Climate Center, a climate and energy policy nonprofit, said while carbon capture and storage for cement sounds promising, existing projects “do not have the most efficient technology.”
Globally just 27 carbon capture and storage projects are operating so far and many experts vastly disagree on its effectiveness.
“Many of the carbon capture and storage projects that exist in the world I would characterize as failures,” he said.
Wiraatmadja said the cement industry is a unique sector where carbon capture and storage could make sense because it will not be used to extract oil from the ground.
But he added,“We should be cautious about how this rolls out and not go down a slippery slope about carbon capture and storage being a silver bullet for every application. We should keep the scope narrow.”
Companies urge state funding
Cement companies say they will need public-private partnerships or state and federal funds to help them build carbon capture and sequestration facilities.
Capturing and liquefying carbon dioxide is expected to cost between $45 and $100 per metric ton of carbon dioxide, Krugh said. Since a plant emits hundreds of thousands of tons, that cost alone would reach millions. Plus, the cost of just a pipeline to deliver carbon dioxide to a sequestration site could range between $70,000 and $200,000 for each inch-mile of pipeline (a calculation used to consider diameter and length), depending on whether it passes through open rangeland or a densely populated area.
“To put this in perspective, such incremental operating expenses are in excess of the margin that most cement producers earn per ton of product sold,” Krugh said.
A bill introduced in the Legislature could help fund and demonstrate the technology for companies that are hesitant about investing. SB 905, co-authored by Sen. Nancy Skinner, would fund one to five pilot projects at cement plants by 2026 to capture carbon dioxide and store it geologically. The projects would have “unknown ongoing costs, up to the low millions of dollars annually,” according to the Senate’s analysis.
Skinner, a Democrat from Oakland, said cement is a critical building material so the state should invest public dollars in some of these projects to encourage the industry to keep operating in California. The industry is projected to grow by as much as 40% by 2040, according to the Global Efficiency Intelligence report.
“If we don’t assist the cement industry in California to become less carbon intensive or emit less greenhouse gases, then, in fact, we’ll be driving the industry out of our state,” she said. “Then we’ll be dependent on cement from elsewhere and that cement will have far more carbon content.”
Skinner is hopeful that the bill, which is pending in the Assembly’s appropriations committee, will gain enough support to make it to the governor’s desk to be signed into law.
Other bills aiming to decarbonize the industry haven’t been successful.
At an Assembly committee hearing last week, Becker urged its members to support his bill, SB 778, which would have added concrete to the Buy Clean California Act. The law requires the state to use low-carbon building materials in public works projects.
While the bill received support from the cement industry and environmental justice groups, it faced fierce opposition from the construction industry and failed to receive widespread support from the seven-member committee, with four members voting against it.
Contractors and construction industry representatives said the legislation would have complicated the permitting process for construction, limited the types of cement they could use, increased construction costs and delayed projects.
Assemblymember Tom Lackey, a Republican from Palmdale, said he could not support the bill because of the constraints the construction industry is already facing with supply chain issues and high costs. He said local air quality management districts and the state’s cap and trade program already regulate emissions from cement kilns.
“If the industry needs to go to another state to buy the product – that’s very problematic,” he said. “This bill will increase costs and slow construction.”
Becker’s effort to include concrete in the Buy Clean California Act has been five years in the making. He said he’ll continue to push for it.
“The contractors, they’ve just been adamantly opposed,” he said. “We lost in the committee, but we’re going to keep working on this. We have to get there. The industry knows that and that’s why they’re working with us.”
Looking to the future
Some companies are trying new technologies to tackle cement’s toll on the environment.
The Redding facility is the first cement plant in the state to partner on a pilot project with Fortera, a Silicon Valley-based company that makes low-carbon cement. The project, which broke ground earlier this month, involves building a small operational plant next to the existing facility that would use carbon dioxide to make cement. This process converts carbon dioxide from a gas to a mineral, creating a solid carbonate that could improve the strength and durability of cement, according to Kas Farsad, Fortera’s vice president of corporate development.
“What’s exciting about us is that we’re taking the emissions that would have been emitted by the kiln and remineralizing it,” Farsad said. “Trying to get ahead of the curve by reducing emissions and making a new (cement) material that is lower carbon has a more progressive outlook. And that’s exactly what we’re doing.”
Farsad said the project, which is expected to be fully operational by January, could transform the industry.
The plant also has been working on reducing cement’s carbon intensity by incorporating other substances into the mix, such as fly ash, which is a byproduct of burning coal, slag, which comes from iron production, or pumice, a type of volcanic ash. Adding these ingredients can replace between 15% to 30% of the clinker needed to make cement.
Tietz of the California Nevada Cement Association said the industry faces steep hurdles in the coming years as it tries to decarbonize.
“What really hits us is that there’s financial and regulatory barriers that we’ve identified that are going to be challenging for us to reach the state’s goals,” he said. “And that’s what we’re actively pursuing – resolving those barriers.”
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ROSEVILLE, Calif. — Mochinut opened its new location in Roseville on Monday, according to its Facebook page.
The menu features mochi donuts, Korean corndogs and milk tea, according to a Facebook post.
The mochi donut originated from Hawaii and is a combination of American doughnuts and Japanese mochi, according to Mochinut's website.
The restaurant in Roseville is located at 4191 Thrive Drive and is open daily from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Other locations in the area include 1714 15th Street in Sacramento, 8148 Delta Shores Circle South Suite 110 in Sacramento, 6252 Pacific Avenue in Stockton, and 4331A Elkhorn Boulevard in Antelope.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg plans to propose a new 24-hour respite and navigation center to serve homeless residents in Sacramento.
The proposal aims to allow the city-owned property at 3615 Auburn Blvd, which was formerly the Powerhouse Science Center, to be turned into a round-the-clock facility to serve residents experiencing homelessness.
The former science building is currently being used as a respite center that is only open during extreme temperatures. The proposal would keep the facility open 24/7.
Respite centers offer short-term recuperative care for people experiencing homelessness who are unwell or in need of shelter during unsafe weather conditions.
Sacramento is already home to several respite centers yet is still finding ways to combat the growing homeless crisis.
Steinberg intends to propose the new facility at an upcoming city council meeting in July.
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ANDERSON, Calif — Swaths of private California forestlands will be closed to the public starting this week due to extreme drought and risk of wildfires, the owner announced.
Sierra Pacific Industries said the closure will take effect July 1 and will remain in effect until further notice.
The huge lumber manufacturer owns more than 2.3 million acres (930,000 hectares) of forests in California, Oregon and Washington.
The company normally allows the public access to its lands for recreational purposes in areas that are not actively being logged.
“Despite some of the late spring rains, California is experiencing the driest conditions it has had
in 1200 years,” spokesperson Andrea Howell said in a press release Friday.
Sierra Pacific said it will regularly evaluate the situation but anticipates the closure will remain in effect until fall.
The company closed its California forestlands last year from late June until early October.
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MENDON, Mo. — Three people have died and dozens of people were injured when a train struck a dump truck in Mendon, Missouri, emergency officials said.
In a press conference, Corporal Justin Dunn with the Missouri State Highway Patrol said one person inside the dump truck and two people on the train were killed. The superintendent with Chariton County Ambulance Service told CNN that at least 50 people were injured.
Dunn said seven of the eight train cars derailed when the train hit the dump truck at the Porche Prarie Avenue crossing at around 12:40 Monday afternoon.
MSHP Lieutenant Eric Brown said the crossing was an uncontrolled crossing over a gravel road, meaning there were no lights or crossing arms. He said uncontrolled crossings are common in rural areas. Brown said investigators did not know if the truck was stuck on the tracks or if it was moving.
In a statement, Amtrak said the train was traveling from Los Angeles to Chicago. Amtrak said there were approximately 243 passengers and 12 crew members on the train, Dunn said there were 207 passengers and crewmembers on the train.
Three passengers were being taken from the scene to University Hospital in Columbia, hospital spokesman Eric Maze said. He did not have information on their conditions.
The Missouri Highway Patrol and other local law enforcement units were at the scene to help and Amtrak said it has deployed resources to the site.
Aerial footage of the crash showed the train off the tracks with multiple train cars tipped onto their sides. First responders were on the scene standing on top of the toppled train cars.
In an interview with CNN, passenger Robert Nightingale said every car other than the engine car tipped onto its side when the train hit the truck. He said he and other passengers had to climb out of the overturned cars after the crash and sat on top of the cars until first responders arrived.
He said the passengers were then taken to an area school where some were being treated by EMS workers.
Mendon, Missouri, is a town of about 160 people about 85 miles northwest of Columbia in Chariton County, Missouri.
The statement from Amtrak is as follows:
"On June 27 at 12:42 p.m. CT, Southwest Chief Train 4, traveling eastbound on BNSF track from Los Angeles to Chicago, derailed 8 cars and 2 locomotives after striking a truck that was obstructing a public crossing near Mendon, Missouri. There were approximately 243 passengers and 12 crew members onboard with early reports of injuries. Local authorities are currently assisting customers. Our Incident Response Team has been activated, and we are deploying emergency personnel to the scene to help support our passengers, our employees and their families with their needs. Individuals with questions about their friends and family who were traveling aboard this train should call 800-523-9101. Additional details will be provided as available."
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Q: My cat constantly rips out the hair on her sides to the point that she has bald spots in those areas. Is this an allergy or skin disease, and what can I do to stop her behavior?
A: Hair pulling in cats can be due to many conditions, including medical and behavioral issues. It is essential to take the rest of the cat into consideration to try to determine the underlying problem, so a thorough physical exam is vital for proper diagnosis and treatment.
A close examination of the skin will help rule out skin issues such as fleas, bacterial infections, fungal infections, and other skin diseases. After a thorough skin examination, a complete pain assessment is next to determine if the pain is associated with the areas themselves or if the pain is near the areas. Pain can cause strange behavioral changes such as hair plucking, skin chewing, and skin licking, as well as other behavioral issues such as hiding.
Older cats should get x-rays to rule out any spinal arthritis or other areas of discomfort that might be the underlying issue causing the hair pulling. Next, performing full blood work with a urinalysis is recommended to rule out urinary concerns and other metabolic issues.
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If everything else is normal and no underlying medical issue is associated with the hair pulling, then two other conditions need to be considered.
In some cats, food allergies and environmental allergies can cause hair plucking behavior, and most of the time, the skin looks completely normal. Unfortunately, allergies are difficult to diagnose, and sometimes, we must try medical management with food changes and medications to treat these issues.
If all is normal and allergy medications do not stop the behavior, then this likely is a behavioral issue. At this point, I recommend looking at your cat’s environment and “stress” level to determine if there is anything that you can do to make sure your cat has special private spaces to be alone and can get away from any dogs or other cats that might be causing issues in the household.
Behavioral medications can also be used temporarily in stressful situations to help with behavioral issues.
Q: How important is flea and tick prevention in Northern Arizona?
A: There are many benefits to living where we do, such as the beautiful scenery and wonderful outdoor activities. We are fortunate because fleas are not an issue here compared to other states such as California. However, we do have our fair share of ticks in our environment.
Ticks are tiny arachnids that are found all over the world in all sorts of different environments. There are hundreds of different species, and they feed by attaching to mammal skin and drinking blood. Ticks can come in different shapes and sizes and sometimes attach and feed on a dog without the owner ever seeing it, especially if your pet has a long hair coat.
The worst aspect of ticks is that they carry a multitude of tick-borne diseases that can make humans and pets very sick. The most common are Lyme’s disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and Ehrlichia. These diseases can cause mild to severe clinical signs such as pain, lethargy, fever, and general malaise. There are tick blood panels that can be performed if tick disease is suspected, but they are expensive and not always diagnostic.
For the most part, treating tick disease requires a long course of a specific antibiotic, and some tick diseases can never be cleared from the system and will flare intermittently.
Therefore, I highly recommend applying a tick preventative medication to stop ticks from attaching to your pets!
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CPS Energy’s finances are coming under increasing pressure as customers’ unpaid bills stack up amid this year’s sizzling temperatures.
One out of five CPS customers, or roughly 160,000 accounts, are at least 30 days past due on their bill, CPS Trustee John Steen said Monday at the utility’s monthly board meeting.
“We have a crisis,” he said.
It’s a continuation of an issue CPS began grappling with during the pandemic, when it stopped shutting off power to customers who were behind on their bills. Since then, customers have racked up $159 million in past-due accounts — a figure that’s held steady each month this year.
Tens of thousands of customers are catching up on their bills each month, interim CEO Rudy Garza said, but tens of thousands more are falling past due over the same month.
As the pandemic’s job losses waned, CPS resumed disconnecting past-due households in February, when it cut power to 1,300 homes, prompting customers to pay up or set up payment plans. Eighty five percent of those accounts were reconnected, CPS said.
But it’s unable to use disconnections as a collection tool now because CPS doesn’t cut off customers’ power during a heat wave. Collecting the unpaid debt was on Steen’s mind Monday.
“We’ve been assured for months and months that the customer bad debt figure would be substantially reduced upon resumption of disconnect of our residential customers,” Steen said. “I’m still respectfully waiting for a clearer picture of the financial repercussions of this customers’ debt.”
On top of record heat, higher prices for natural gas — which CPS uses to fuel its power plants — are also contributing to bigger customer bills.
Earlier this year, CPS received $20 million in federal funding through the American Rescue Plan Act, which it is using to clear the balances on some customers’ accounts. CPS plans to apply that money to customers’ accounts by August.
In the meantime, Steen said the past-due bills are pressuring CPS’ available cash. He suggested the utility may fall short of metrics that credit rating agencies use to gauge the utility’s financial health. And that, he said, could further pressure CPS finances.
The rating agencies assign a grade to help investors know how likely CPS is to pay back its debt to bondholders, who fund a big chunk of the utility’s operations each year by purchasing the utility’s bonds. A lower credit rating would force the utility to spend millions paying higher interest rates to bondholders each year.
“We were told numerous times ... that this financial problem would be quantified and well under control by now, but I believe it isn’t.” Steen said.
The utility’s chief financial officer, however, said CPS’ lower level of cash is seasonal. He said CPS will meet rating agencies’ year-end expectations and avoid a credit downgrade.
“Bad debt is something we’re keeping our eye on,” CFO Cory Kuchinsky said. “It’s not creating initial liquidity pressure for us.”
Garza said CPS’ finances aren’t at risk for now. The utility generates nearly $3 billion in revenue annually, so $160 million of missing cash is “material, but not unmanageable,” he said.
“We have tools to manage our cash position,” Garza said. “We’re not there yet.”
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Ex-San Antonio lawyer Christopher “Chris” Pettit was a “one-stop fraud shop,” an attorney representing the trustee overseeing Pettit’s bankruptcy case said Monday.
“Basically, that one stop involved trusts, it involved tax filing, it involved probate, it involved personal injury,” attorney Patrick Huffstickler told Chief U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Craig Gargotta at a hearing. “He was a licensed financial adviser so it involved investments. So there are a lot of documents.”
Pettit, a longtime San Antonio attorney, filed for bankruptcy protection and surrendered his Texas law license this month after allegations that he stole millions from clients. One creditor’s lawyer estimated at least $50 million has been misappropriated.
The allegations have triggered an FBI investigation but no charges have been filed.
Pettit did not attend Monday’s proceeding.
“I will say this on the record: At some point he’s coming to court,” the judge said. “So you can just convey that to him that he’s going to have to come to court at some point in time — live and in person.”
Eric Terry, the Chapter 11 trustee, is expected to meet with Pettit sometime this week — possibly as early as Tuesday — to get a better handle on the estate and client files. Pettit listed $27.8 million in assets and $115.2 million in liabilities in his bankruptcy — among the largest ever filed in San Antonio. His law firm, which has been shut down, also entered bankruptcy but has yet to report its assets and debts. The two cases have been consolidated.
As trustee, Terry, a San Antonio attorney, will be responsible for locating assets for distribution to creditors.
‘Little eerie’
He has visited the office at 13111 Huebner Road where Pettit maintained his personal-injury practice.
“Walking through that office building was a little eerie,” Terry said at a previous court hearing. “And it felt tragic for the people that have been robbed, quite frankly. There were overwhelming feelings at many times walking through that office building.”
In an email, Terry elaborated on what he saw.
“I stated that because I saw real names of the real people violated and victimized in the midst of a lavish law office,” he said. “I felt an overwhelming feeling of commitment to help these people.”
There are hundreds, if not thousands, of client files, Terry said.
“They’re certainly in disarray, in my opinion, and there is definite lack of controls,” he said in the earlier hearing. On Monday, though, Huffstickler said the records “are not is as bad a shape” as he expected but added “there is no easy index” to aid in finding files. As a result, it’s going to take time to for both the debtor and the trustee to get information.
“I also point out at this particular point in the case the estate has very little in the way of cash assets,” Huffstickler said. “This is one of those cases that I refer to as I’m working on a contingency basis with no upside.”
Still, there are a lot of potential assets — primarily real estate. It includes a mansion in Disney World that’s been listed for sale for $8.9 million and a residence at 555 Argyle Ave. in Alamo Heights overlooking Olmos Dam. It’s valued by Pettit at $3.6 million.
Besides four offices in San Antonio, Pettit had smaller satellite offices in Laredo and Las Cruces, N.M., for potential personal-injury cases, Huffstickler said.
That prompted Gargotta to ask if Pettit was licensed as an attorney in New Mexico. Huffstickler didn’t know but Pettit isn’t listed on the State Bar of New Mexico’s website.
Property transfers
Terry also is investigating the transfer of at least seven properties collectively worth millions of dollars. The properties were transferred by Pettit or entities he controlled to Sin Reposo LLC. That’s a company controlled by Garrett Glass, a San Antonio developer who is CFO of an oil and gas investment company based in Calgary called EF EnergyFunders Inc. The company’s principal office is in San Antonio.
Michael Colvard, Pettit’s bankruptcy lawyer, said his client transferred the properties “to get money” to resolve a court judgment against him and his firm.
Pettit didn’t list the transactions in his bankruptcy papers, but Colvard indicated the documents will be amended to include them at some point.
“We’re cooperating with the trustee and we’re going to get this information and make this information available as soon as possible,” Colvard said of the property transactions.
Huffstickler told the judge the trustee may soon file an application to hire litigation counsel to pursue cases potentially involving the transfer of assets that might otherwise belong to the bankruptcy estate.
Huffstickler said Terry wants to set up a protocol to address the return of client files, which include personal-injury cases, wills, tax returns and trusts.
“We want to get people their files,” he said. “This is a many-headed beast.”
The trustee also wants another protocol set up that would allow him to execute documents to remove Pettit or his firm as trustee on various trusts and have new trustees installed, Huffstickler said.
Terry added, “I’m committed to doing this fast. When we say a few weeks, I mean it.”
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Crews are applying bright red paint on about 2.5 miles of the bus-only median lane from Third Street downtown to Interstate 195 in Scott’s Addition. The westbound lanes are being done first.
The coating isn’t just an aesthetic choice, but a proven public safety strategy for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians.
In 2020, the Federal Highway Administration approved guidelines that called for installing red-colored pavement in transit-only lanes. The organization reviewed and studied areas like Chicago, New York and San Francisco that experimented with designated transit lanes.
The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency conducted its experiment from 2013 to 2017 to determine the effect red-painted lanes would have on its transit-only lanes.
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Red-painted transit lanes resulted in fewer transit delays, a 25% improvement in transit reliability, a 16% decrease in collisions, and a 24% drop in injury collisions. Bus lane violations fell by 51%.
The Chicago Transit Authority unveiled red bus priority zones to improve boarding safety and traffic congestion in busy corridors
From these examples, the FHWA found that red-colored pavement led to positive outcomes including reduction of vehicles occupying public transit lanes, travel time of transit vehicles and illegal parking in transit lanes.
“Because this colored pavement has been used to regulate, warn, or guide traffic, it is serving as more than an aesthetic treatment and is, by definition, a traffic control device,” FHWA’s memorandum reads.
The Richmond City Council in April 2021 approved $2 million for the project after securing a federal Department of Rail and Public Transportation grant.
The city started working on its grant proposal shortly after Richmond resident Alice Woodson, 32, was struck and killed by a Pulse bus while trying to cross Broad Street. That happened two years after the city had adopted its Vision Zero Initiative, a plan to prevent traffic fatalities and severe injuries.
As city staff continues to improve the Pulse lane, GRTC drivers will provide curbside service at marked bus stops where work is occurring.
Riders are asked to use the following stops:
Arts District westbound station — Use Stop No. 440 (Broad and Adams)
Virginia Commonwealth University and Virginia Union University westbound station — Use Stop No. 2487 (Broad and Hancock)
Allison Street westbound station — Use Stop No. 453 (Broad and Meadow)
Science Museum westbound station — Use Stop No. 460 (Broad and Robinson)
Scott’s Addition westbound station — Use Stop No. 477 (Broad and Summit)
Scott’s Addition eastbound station — Use Stop No. 393 (Broad and Belmont)
Science Museum eastbound station — Use Stop No. 459 (Broad and Robinson)
Allison Street eastbound station — Use Stop No. 391 (Broad and Allison)
VCU & VUU eastbound station — Use Stop No. 432 (Broad and Shafer)
Arts District eastbound station — Use Stop No. 385 (Broad and Adams) | https://richmond.com/news/local/heres-why-broad-street-is-being-painted-that-bright-red-color/article_4e374b58-f665-11ec-8b39-236bc45dca6e.html | 2022-06-27T23:11:05 | 1 | https://richmond.com/news/local/heres-why-broad-street-is-being-painted-that-bright-red-color/article_4e374b58-f665-11ec-8b39-236bc45dca6e.html |
GARDEN CITY, Idaho — This Fall, Garden City will be hosting a new music festival from the creators of the Treefort Music Fest.
Flipside Fest is a new neighborhood music and mural festival that will be held on September 23 through the 25 of this year. It will be an outdoor festival and will be open to all ages.
Duck Club Entertainment, the company behind Treefort, is creating this new festival in order to showcase Garden City's Live-Work-Create District.
The multi-venue festival will feature 50 local and touring bands and mural paintings from local artists.
The venues that will be hosting the festival include the Visual Arts Collective parking lot, Barbarian Brewing, Somewhere Bar, Push & Pour, Surel's Place, Roots Zero Waste Market, Vervain Collective, Coiled Wines, Community Square Development, and The Sandbar at Riverside Hotel.
Early Bird passes will be exclusively available for Duck Club email subscribers starting June 30, for $69. General admission tickets for Flipside Festival will be available July 1, and will start at $89.
The full lineup, schedule and single-day tickets will be available on August 2, on the Duck Club website.
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AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing man last seen in North Austin on Tuesday, May 12.
Police said 35-year-old Troy Martel was last seen leaving his home in the 10100 block of Middle Fiskville Road on foot around 8 p.m. There are concerns for his welfare due to medical conditions.
On May 17, Martel solicited help from a stranger at a parking lot of Sears Outlet in Spring, APD said. Harris County deputies checked the area and did not locate Martel.
Martel has family in Houston, but they have not heard from him.
He is described as a Black man, 6 feet, 2 inches tall, 210 pounds, bald with brown eyes.
Anyone with any information on his whereabouts is asked to call 911 immediately.
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ARKANSAS, USA — The excitement for Fourth of July celebrations is underway and Best Friends Animal Society (BFAS) wants to help pet owners keep their pets safe and calm this holiday.
BFAS says this holiday is often traumatic for four-legged family members who get nervous when they hear loud sounds such as fireworks.
Dogs who get anxious over the sounds are known to dig under or jump over fences, break tethers or even shatter windows in response to their fireworks fears.
Your pet can end up injured or at a busy shelter overflowing with other lost pets. To avoid this, BFAS is providing tips to keep pets safe this 4th of July.
Fourth of July pet safety tips:
- Bring all pets indoors whenever neighborhood fireworks displays are likely, making sure that any potentially harmful food or alcohol is kept out of reach.
- Secure pets in a room, close the windows, draw the curtains, surround them with comforting toys, and play loud music or turn on the television to drown out the frightening sounds.
- Always keep pets away from lit fireworks (including in your own backyard). Some will chase after the bright moving objects and are at risk of being burned or blinded in the process.
- Fireworks also contain substances that are toxic if ingested, so be sure to keep unlit fireworks out of reach.
- Ensure that pets are wearing current identification tags, and make sure your current contact info is recorded with the vet clinic or shelter that implanted the microchip.
- Have a plan in place in case your pet does go missing that includes calling and visiting the local shelter and posting information about your missing pet on platforms such as Nextdoor and Facebook.
Best Friends Animal Society says with staffing shortages and decreased availability across the country, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure for your pets.
“The last thing you want is an emergency over a holiday when many veterinary clinics and shelters are closed or open only for limited hours,” said Dr. Erin Katribe, veterinarian and medical director of Best Friends Animal Society. “If you know your pets get severely anxious, discuss pharmaceutical options with your veterinarian in advance. Several medications to treat anxiety in pets are available.”
According to Katribe, it’s important to do this based on your pet’s weight, age and health issues. Pet owners are recommended to get the proper prescription and dosage from your vet.
Pet first aid kits can help treat minor injuries such as scrapes or cuts at home. More serious situations such as puncture wounds, burns, broken bones, eye injuries or heat stroke require immediate vet consultation.
“If medical care is warranted, start by contacting your veterinarian’s office to see if they can take your pet for an emergency exam. If not, you may need to go to a 24/7 emergency facility, which your vet can refer you to,” Katribe said. “I recommend that all pet owners find out the contact information of their local emergency clinic ahead of time, so that it’s quickly within reach in those unexpected moments.”
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BURLESON, Texas — Six people have been arrested for a “variety of offenses” in a highway shooting that left a 64-year-old woman dead in the crossfire, the Burleson Police Department said in a news release Monday.
Around 6 p.m. Friday, June 24, Burleson Public Safety and Burleson police officers were called to the 300 and 400 blocks of Wilshire Boulevard at the median of Interstate 35W following a shooting incident, officials said.
When they arrived, a woman was pronounced dead at the scene, and another person was transported to a local hospital, according to police.
The victim, identified by the Tarrant County Medical Examiner's Office as 64-year-old Kathryn Bryan, died from a gunshot wound to the head.
The Burleson Police Department said Bryan was an innocent bystander who was driving in the area and “lost her life in a very aggressive and daring act of violence in the middle of a heavily-traveled roadway.”
Police began arresting suspects early Saturday, and by the evening, all six people believed to be involved in the shooting were in custody.
The suspects have not been identified at this time, but police said they are not from the Burleson area.
“We will continue to make updates on the case and will provide the names of the suspects and the final charges after our detectives are able to meet with the district attorney this week,” the Burleson Police Department said. | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/burleson-police-arrest-6-in-highway-shooting-after-woman-dies/287-2cbaf8ec-3bb6-440e-b6c9-d817651bd106 | 2022-06-27T23:22:55 | 0 | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/burleson-police-arrest-6-in-highway-shooting-after-woman-dies/287-2cbaf8ec-3bb6-440e-b6c9-d817651bd106 |
SAN ANTONIO — A lightning strike is the reason for a grass fire in Seguin, officials say.
It started around 3:15 p.m. when the Seguin Fire Department responded to a grass fire in the 4400 block of I-10 West. Officials say a lightning strike ignited the fire, but a strong north wind cause the fire to spread.
The fire spread to an RV dealership burning 20 RVs. There were no injuries reported and the fire has been extinguished and contained. | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/lightning-strike-causes-fire-seguin/273-04b14c0a-07a7-4d5d-b5fa-01dfb0ec082e | 2022-06-27T23:23:37 | 1 | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/lightning-strike-causes-fire-seguin/273-04b14c0a-07a7-4d5d-b5fa-01dfb0ec082e |
ROANOKE, Va. – More than $500,000 in grants, creative initiatives like the “Groceries not Guns” buyback program, new employees and more have been implemented in Roanoke within the last year to combat gun violence. But is it enough?
Mayor Sherman Lea admits he asks himself that often, which is why he is open to taking many different approaches to solving the issue.
“Everybody can play a role. So, I’m appreciative of citizens coming together, working with our police to try to make this work,” said Lea.
Through the city’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, $2 million was set aside for this effort. An additional $400,000 was also dedicated to the issue, according to the Mayor.
“I was encouraged by the conversation with the Governor because he feels, as I do, that we gotta take some action against these issues now,” stated Lea.
The Mayor says Governor Glenn Youngkin said money to hire more officers is in the state budget and grant money will be given out as well.
No word yet on how much or when it would arrive.
“We gotta get tougher. We gotta get harder,” said Lea.
WSLS 10 News reached out to Governor Glenn Youngkin’s team for comment. When we hear back, we will update this article | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/06/27/gov-youngkin-roanoke-mayor-sherman-lea-seeking-more-solutions-to-gun-violence-in-roanoke/ | 2022-06-27T23:25:13 | 1 | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/06/27/gov-youngkin-roanoke-mayor-sherman-lea-seeking-more-solutions-to-gun-violence-in-roanoke/ |
LYNCHBURG, Va. – From cookies to cupcakes, giant cinnamon rolls to pizza rolls, customers like Vickie Montgomery said she has enjoyed Mrs. Joy’s Absolutely Fabulous Treats in Downtown Lynchburg, not only for the tasty treats but also because of its owner Tarsha Joyner.
“[Joyner] does everything from scratch. She keeps everything on point, and she’s somewhat of a control person, but it keeps her things in order,” said Montgomery.
But one thing the detail-oriented Joyner can’t control is inflation.
Joyner said she’s facing some not-so-sweet struggles, just like other small businesses across the country.
Mrs. Joy’s Absolutely Famous Treats’ sales are down 30% compared to this time last year – and Joyner said she may have to close her doors by the end of the summer.
“If things don’t get better, then that will be it,” said Joyner.
Joyner has appeared on the Food Network four times since 2015 and recently used her online fame to post a video on social media, where she asked for suggestions.
Joyner said the cost of many ingredients has doubled, even tripled, from cream cheese to chocolate to sugar.
“Can you imagine not being able to have sugar when you run a bakery? That’s just crazy!” said Joyner.
What’s even crazier is that Joyner is taking on an additional job.
“My employees get paid before I do, so I got a part-time job for the summer,” Joyner said.
Joyner said she’s putting her degree in computer programming, graphic design and business administration to use. She’s going back into an office setting to help pay her eight employees.
“We have to give them hours or they’ll go somewhere else, and my employees are amazing, so I don’t want them to go anywhere else,” said Joyner.
Customers like Montgomery don’t want them to go anywhere, either.
“I would hate to see her close, but I can understand why,” said Montgomery.
Customers hope Mrs. Joy’s can fight the headache of inflation to continue satisfying their sweet tooth. | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/06/27/popular-lynchburg-bakery-battles-some-not-so-sweet-struggles/ | 2022-06-27T23:25:19 | 1 | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/06/27/popular-lynchburg-bakery-battles-some-not-so-sweet-struggles/ |
ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. – If you live in Roanoke County, chances are you’ve seen some construction.
“New projects on the table that were previously held up during the pandemic. Now we’re emerging from that so there’s a lot of activity underway,” said Director of Economic Development for Roanoke County, Jill Loope.
From retail stores to restaurants, there is more than $66 million dollars in new investment. The companies are creating more than 400 new jobs.
“It’s vitally important that we help our population base seek employment and job opportunities. Obviously, it’s important to our economic return on investment,” she added.
One of the most anticipated new businesses is the Chili’s that’s going in here near Tanglewood Mall, but that’s just one of the 14 new projects they’ve announced so far this year. Popeyes, Sketchers and Burlington will join the list of additions to the 419 corridor. Some other projects in the works in Roanoke County include a hotel, a Lowe’s Distribution Center and Salem Animal Hospital.
“Announcing the projects in the first half of the year, at the second half of the year that’s where you’re actually going to see the openings and all the results of that construction activity.”
A busy first half of the year, building up to a booming second half for new businesses. | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/06/27/roanoke-county-economic-development-has-announced-14-projects-so-far-in-2022/ | 2022-06-27T23:25:26 | 1 | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/06/27/roanoke-county-economic-development-has-announced-14-projects-so-far-in-2022/ |
Sheetz announced Monday that they were lowering prices on gas for the 4th of July holiday weekend.
According to the Sheetz announcement, the offer goes into effect immediately and will reduce gas prices to under $4 a gallon.
Unleaded 88 gas will be $3.99 a gallon and E85 gas will be $3.49 a gallon, Sheetz said.
Sheetz mentioned in their release that Unleaded 88 gas is approved by the EPA for vehicles newer made in 2021 or newer, as well as for some other SUVs, light-duty trucks, and Flex Fuel vehicles. They also said E85 is not compatible with all vehicles and is designed specifically for “flex-fuel vehicles” or FFVs. | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/06/27/save-on-gas-sheetz-drops-prices-on-unleaded-88-e85/ | 2022-06-27T23:25:32 | 0 | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/06/27/save-on-gas-sheetz-drops-prices-on-unleaded-88-e85/ |
SALEM, Va. – Ride by ride, the Salem Fair is gearing up for another year.
“It’s a family reunion for us because we see the people with the food vendors, with Deggeler Attractions, with the entertainers that come back year after year,” Director of Tourism for the City of Salem, Carey Harveycutter said.
A Southwest Virginia staple, in its 34th year, the fair expects to draw thousands from all over the state.
The event is the biggest source of revenue for the Salem Civic Center, with money being funneled back into city resources.
“Deggeler Attractions contributes to the community, and this year, it’s going to Salem Fire-EMS to assist them with some needed equipment,” Harveycutter said.
While the fair is known for family fun, many minds are on the safety of the event after a shooting on the fair’s opening night last summer.
The Salem Fair ensures that they are taking the proper precautions to prevent any incidents like the one that happened last year.
“It’s a troubled world that we live in today, but with metal detectors at the gates and police on-site in a number of different areas and different methods, we hope that it’s always a safe environment,” Harveycutter said.
The fair will also have one designated entrance and exit. They will also allow no unaccompanied minors without an adult aged 25 or older.
“There are no exceptions to that rule. We are not a babysitting area. We want people to be responsible. This is a great family event, and we want the families to have a good time,” Harveycutter said.
The fair opens Wednesday and will remain open until July 10.
For the full list of hours and attractions, click here. | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/06/27/the-salem-fair-takes-safety-precautions-ahead-of-opening-day/ | 2022-06-27T23:25:38 | 0 | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/06/27/the-salem-fair-takes-safety-precautions-ahead-of-opening-day/ |
MENDON, Mo. — Three people have died and dozens of people were injured when a train struck a dump truck in Mendon, Missouri, emergency officials said.
In a press conference, Corporal Justin Dunn with the Missouri State Highway Patrol said one person inside the dump truck and two people on the train were killed. The superintendent with Chariton County Ambulance Service told CNN that at least 50 people were injured.
Dunn said seven of the eight train cars derailed when the train hit the dump truck at the Porche Prarie Avenue crossing at around 12:40 Monday afternoon.
MSHP Lieutenant Eric Brown said the crossing was an uncontrolled crossing over a gravel road, meaning there were no lights or crossing arms. He said uncontrolled crossings are common in rural areas. Brown said investigators did not know if the truck was stuck on the tracks or if it was moving.
In a statement, Amtrak said the train was traveling from Los Angeles to Chicago. Amtrak said there were approximately 243 passengers and 12 crew members on the train, Dunn said there were 207 passengers and crewmembers on the train.
Three passengers were being taken from the scene to University Hospital in Columbia, hospital spokesman Eric Maze said. He did not have information on their conditions.
The Missouri Highway Patrol and other local law enforcement units were at the scene to help and Amtrak said it has deployed resources to the site.
Aerial footage of the crash showed the train off the tracks with multiple train cars tipped onto their sides. First responders were on the scene standing on top of the toppled train cars.
In an interview with CNN, passenger Robert Nightingale said every car other than the engine car tipped onto its side when the train hit the truck. He said he and other passengers had to climb out of the overturned cars after the crash and sat on top of the cars until first responders arrived.
He said the passengers were then taken to an area school where some were being treated by EMS workers.
Mendon, Missouri, is a town of about 160 people about 85 miles northwest of Columbia in Chariton County, Missouri.
The statement from Amtrak is as follows:
"On June 27 at 12:42 p.m. CT, Southwest Chief Train 4, traveling eastbound on BNSF track from Los Angeles to Chicago, derailed 8 cars and 2 locomotives after striking a truck that was obstructing a public crossing near Mendon, Missouri. There were approximately 243 passengers and 12 crew members onboard with early reports of injuries. Local authorities are currently assisting customers. Our Incident Response Team has been activated, and we are deploying emergency personnel to the scene to help support our passengers, our employees and their families with their needs. Individuals with questions about their friends and family who were traveling aboard this train should call 800-523-9101. Additional details will be provided as available."
This is a breaking news story that will be updated when more information becomes available.
The Associated Press contributed to this report. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/amtrak-train-dump-truck-northern-missouri-injuries/63-b308eb71-2f88-4343-a224-797fc53a64a9 | 2022-06-27T23:27:41 | 1 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/amtrak-train-dump-truck-northern-missouri-injuries/63-b308eb71-2f88-4343-a224-797fc53a64a9 |
INDIANAPOLIS — An IMPD motorcycle officer was involved in a crash Monday afternoon on the northeast side of Indianapolis.
The crash happened around 5:20 p.m. at the intersection of East 45th Street and North Shadeland Avenue.
Police said the officer was awake and talking when they were transported to Eskenazi Hospital.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more details are confirmed. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/impd-police-motorcycle-officer-injured-in-northeast-indianapolis-crash/531-f19d3028-fac0-48a4-8406-dd31f118ed40 | 2022-06-27T23:27:47 | 0 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/impd-police-motorcycle-officer-injured-in-northeast-indianapolis-crash/531-f19d3028-fac0-48a4-8406-dd31f118ed40 |
TRAFALGAR, Ind. — Three Indiana police officers were involved in crashes this weekend.
The most serious wreck involved an officer from Trafalgar, who crashed after a chase. Now, the department and community are pulling for him, as he recovers from critical injuries.
Police and neighbors in Trafalgar are rallying around Officer Dustin Moody, who the police chief called an outstanding public servant.
"He has a passion for law enforcement like no other," Trafalgar Police Chief Charles Roberts said. "He always tries to do the right thing and help the community in any way he can."
Moody is a husband, a father of two young boys and one of the town's four full-time officers. He joined the force in 2019 and went full-time in 2020.
He's always wanted to be in public safety, Roberts said, which is why, even before becoming a police officer, he worked as an EMT/paramedic.
Fellow officers and family members are praying for Moody's recovery after a crash after a chase over the weekend.
"It is a tough time for them," Roberts said. "Their faith is very strong and they're just praying that everything goes well. He's a great guy and a really good officer."
After two surgeries, the 30-year-old is recovering from internal injuries, investigators say, along with injuries to his back, hip and leg.
The crash happened at County Road 300 South and County Road 600 West, a rural T-intersection, when his cruiser and a pickup truck driven by 23-year-old Jacob Roberts of Nineveh both hit an embankment.
RELATED: Trafalgar officer undergoes surgeries after pursuit ends in deadly crash; other driver identified
The Johnson County Sheriff's Office, which is investigating the crash, said Moody spotted Roberts' dark-colored pickup truck turning off State Road 135 around 3:30 a.m. Saturday, squealing tires and speeding.
When the officer tried to catch up, investigators say Roberts blew through a stop sign and wouldn't stop, even when Moody turned on his lights and sirens.
At the intersection of CR 300 South and CR 600 West, where there are no lights at night, both vehicles hit the embankment.
Roberts died at the scene.
After the impact, Moody was able to radio for help himself, but then had to be cut out of the vehicle and flown to the hospital.
Police radio traffic at the time shared the danger, but also the dedication of dispatchers and first responders working to rescue him.
"I'm entrapped. I'm trapped. It's not good," Moody is heard saying to dispatchers. "Tell my family I love 'em."
"803, we've got them coming. Just stay with us," a dispatcher replied. "803, keep talking to us."
"Dustin, you keep talking," a fellow officer said.
Now, as investigators await speed data from both vehicles, along with toxicology tests on Jacob Roberts, community members are raising money for Moody's family.
A portion of sales at Small Town Pizza & Sub Co. on Tuesday and Wednesday will go toward Officer Moody. Trafalgar Discount Fireworks has an event planned Thursday with free hot dogs and chips, where 20% of sales go to the officer.
Plus, the police department has set up a donation account at Mutual Savings Bank locations in Trafalgar and Franklin.
Police say Moody's condition is improving, but he has a long recovery ahead and needs all the support he can get.
"It's been overwhelmingly positive," Roberts said. "Everybody is praying for Officer Moody. Everybody is thinking about him. He's just a great officer. I've been doing this for over 20 years and he's the best officer, one of the best officers I've seen — just his knack for the job and his passion and desire and willingness to help the community." | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/trafalgar-indiana-police-officer-dustin-moody-crash-injuries-recovery/531-601888c4-d54d-427d-9985-77131f203376 | 2022-06-27T23:27:53 | 1 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/trafalgar-indiana-police-officer-dustin-moody-crash-injuries-recovery/531-601888c4-d54d-427d-9985-77131f203376 |
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CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – West Virginia has been ranked at number 40 on the annual State LGBTQ+ Business Climate Index.
The Index is an annual report from global business network Out Leadership, which works to “create return on equality” by teaching businesses about the impacts of LGBTQ+ equality and inclusion in the workplace.
The report rates the states with a score out of 100 based on five main measures: Legal and Nondiscrimination Protections, Youth and Family Support, Political and Religious Attitudes, Health Access and Safety, and Work Environment and Employment. Out Leadership says each of those categories is broken into four subcategories in which a state could receive a score of 1.00 to 5.00, with five being the highest score for the sub-category.
According to the 2022 report, West Virginia has an overall score of 46.13, down five points from the state’s 2021 score of 51.13. The Mountain State falls just below Kentucky, which ranked at 39th with a score of 46.93. Ohio came in on the list at 31st with a score of 53.43.
The Index ranked New York at the top of the list with a score of 93.67. Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Jersey also ranked high on the list with scores above 90. South Carolina came in 50th with a score of 33.63. Oklahoma, Tennessee, South Dakota and Arkansas round out the rest of the bottom five with ranks of 49-46 respectively.
Out of the Southeast Region on the Index, West Virginia ranks directly in the middle at 6th out of 12 states. In order from highest to lowest score, the states in the region are Virginia, North Carolina, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, West Virginia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, Tennessee and South Carolina.
The index also looked at three business markers and how the state’s level of LGBTQ+ inclusiveness could impact business in the state. These markers include the effects of LGBTQ+ protections that exist in a given state, business employee turnover rates due to alleged discriminatory business environments in a given state based on salary data and costs of replacing workers, and how likely LGBTQ+ couples are to feel comfortable marrying, living and working in a community in a given state based on tax data.
Out Leadership says the data sources they use to create the index are reviewed to make sure they are independently verifiable, the most recent, have a “sufficient sample” for statistical analysis, and have available data for each state.
Earlier this year, Fairness West Virginia released study results that showed stigma and discrimination of LGBTQ+ people in the state is estimated to cost the state approximately $50 million each year. At that time, Fairness West Virginia also said that improving disparities in the state could add between $50.9 million and $68.6 million to West Virginia’s economy and that businesses in the state lose approximately $8,474 on average for every employee who leaves the state to find a community that is more LGBTQ-inclusive.
In April 2021, West Virginia Governor Jim Justice signed a bill into law that prevented transgender students from participating in interscholastic athletic events in the Mountain State. That law landed the Mountain State on California’s list of state’s where state-funded travel is restricted and resulted in lawsuits from the ACLU and Department of Justice. In July of 2021, a federal judge blocked that law from being enforced.
Earlier this year, one of the Mountain State’s Congressional representatives, Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) also co-sponsored a bill called the “Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act” that would have prevented transgender women from participating in women and girls’ sports. That bill did not move passed being discharged by the House Committee on Education and Labor. | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/how-lgbtq-friendly-is-west-virginia/ | 2022-06-27T23:28:12 | 0 | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/how-lgbtq-friendly-is-west-virginia/ |
Search warrants from the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office resulted in a drug and gun bust, the department announced Tuesday.
15,000 fentanyl pills and 11 weapons were seized in total. 11 suspects were arrested. Two are charged with the distribution of fentanyl resulting in death.
The Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office Combined Narcotics Enforcement Team and the Drug Enforcement Administration partnered with the Texas Department of Public Safety, Flower Mound Police, Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office and the Dallas Police Department to conduct the search.
The names of the suspects have not been released at this time. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/tarrant-county-sheriffs-office-search-warrants-result-in-drug-and-gun-bust/3001640/ | 2022-06-27T23:28:14 | 0 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/tarrant-county-sheriffs-office-search-warrants-result-in-drug-and-gun-bust/3001640/ |
HUNTINGTON, WV (WOWK) – A Huntington man was sentenced to prison today for child pornography offenses.
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, Curtis Ray Pelfrey, Jr. was sentenced today, Monday, June 27, to eight years in prison followed by 15 years of supervised release.
Pelfrey pleaded guilty to child pornography charges in March 2022, according to the DOJ.
Court documents from March 2022 state that Pelfrey admitted to allegedly using an online file sharing program called “eDonkey” to download and share videos and images depicting minors “engaged in sexually explicit conduct” between November 2018 and December 2019.
United States Attorney Will Thompson’s office also says Pelfrey admitted to allegedly receiving videos containing child pornography using his computer on Oct. 7, 2019 as well as having 24 videos and five images of child of images that depict minors engaging in sexually explicit conduct. Authorities say several of those videos and images “have been identified as depicting known children.”
According to Thompson, Pelfrey admitted to allegedly obtaining similar images and videos since 2014. | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/huntington-man-sentenced-to-prison-for-child-pornography/ | 2022-06-27T23:28:18 | 0 | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/huntington-man-sentenced-to-prison-for-child-pornography/ |
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KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (WOWK)—A man pleaded guilty to five counts of sexual abuse on Monday.
According to Kanawha County Prosecuting Attorney Charles T. Miller, 28-year-old Luke Aaron Cline pleaded guilty to five counts of first-degree sexual abuse. He was accused of sexually abusing the victim in 2019.
Cline is being held in the South Central Regional Jail, and he will be sentenced on Aug. 31 at 1:30 p.m.
Cline faces up to 25 years in prison and a $50,000 fine. | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/man-accused-of-sexual-abuse-pleads-guilty/ | 2022-06-27T23:28:24 | 1 | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/man-accused-of-sexual-abuse-pleads-guilty/ |
HUNTINGTON, WV (WOWK) – As the laws about abortion are changing and debated across the nation, Tri-State organizations say they want expectant parents to know about their options.
“We have received more calls about the foster care process in the last few days. We talk to them a little bit about the process and give them a little bit of information and them we follow up with them,” said Diana Lucas with Children’s Home Society of West Virginia.
Lucas says those with the organization pride themselves in being non-judgmental and allowing the mother to be as hands on as they prefer to ensure they’re comfortable.
“The mother can be as involved or not involved as they want to be. If they want a private adoption, we can help with that. If they want a closed adoption, we can help with that,” Lucas says.
Those at A New Beginning Pregnancy Resource Center, a clinic for pregnant women, say they’re also hands on for those who need the help as well.
“Many people think that once the baby’s born that we’re done with them, but we’re not,” said director Diane Bilbrey. She says they guide women through options that may appear to be intimidating.
“There are other options. One option is to go full term and take care of the baby, and we will help them with the classes. Or the other option is to put the baby up for adoption and we can seek out an organization to help them,” said Bilbrey.
Bilbrey says they “want the community to know [they’re] here for them,” so beyond emotional support, they also offer diapers, wipes, clothing, and other necessities to new moms.
If you would like to learn more information about the Children’s Home Society of WV, you can reach them here. For more information on A New Beginning Resource Pregnancy Center, you can reach them here. | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/what-are-the-options-for-pregnant-women-in-the-tri-state/ | 2022-06-27T23:28:30 | 1 | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/what-are-the-options-for-pregnant-women-in-the-tri-state/ |
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Bristol Tennessee Police Department (BTPD) announced it is sponsoring a week-long camp for elementary and middle school students.
“Camp Challenge has become a favorite event in our community each summer because it creates the opportunity for kids and police officers to come together in a fun environment,” said Lt. Greg Brown of the BTPD’s Support Services Unit. “We’ve planned a long list of activities everyone will enjoy, but more importantly, we’ve also set aside time to develop one-on-one relationships between the officers who serve our community and the young people who live here.”
The week-long camp, led by BTPD officers and funded by the City of Bristol Tennessee, will offer arts and crafts, swimming, outdoor games, field trips, SWAT team, demonstrations from the police department’s K9 unit and more.
The camp will be held Monday, July 18 – Friday, July 22 for ages 9 to 11 and Monday, July 25 – Friday, July 29 for ages 12 to 14.
Applications are due July 1 and can be picked up at City Hall and returned to the Bristol Tennesse Police Department in person or by mail to BTPD, 801 Anderson Street, Bristol, TN, 37620. For more information contact Officer Storme Rivera at srivera@bristoltn.org. | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/bristol-tennessee-police-department-to-host-camp-challenge/ | 2022-06-27T23:34:08 | 1 | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/bristol-tennessee-police-department-to-host-camp-challenge/ |
MENDOTA, Va. (WJHL) — The trial of the man accused of killing three women in Mendota is set to begin early next year.
Prosecutors said James Michael Wright’s trial is scheduled to begin on Jan. 9.
Wright faces several charges, including three counts of aggravated murder, in the 2019 deaths of Elizabeth Vanmeter, Joycelyn Alsup, and Athina Hopson. Each of their bodies was found in wooded areas with gunshot wounds to their heads, according to investigators.
Earlier this month, Wright was found competent to stand trial following a mental examination. | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/mendota-triple-murder-trial-scheduled-for-january/ | 2022-06-27T23:34:14 | 0 | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/mendota-triple-murder-trial-scheduled-for-january/ |
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Another major decision Monday from the Supreme Court, ruling in favor of religious plaintiffs.
It centers around a former Washington State high school football coach who sued his school district claiming it violated his constitutional rights when it told him to stop praying with students midfield after games.
The majority opinion reaffirms First Amendment rights, while the dissent warns of a disservice to the country’s longstanding separation of church and state.
The former coach, Joseph Kennedy, says he believes the ruling is great for America.
“People of faith or no faith – everybody has the same rights,” Kennedy said. “That is what the Constitution is all about.”
The Bremerton school district said it was following the law and would work with its attorneys to remain a welcoming, inclusive environment for all.
But, in the Tri-Cities, athletic leaders say they don’t expect much to change based on Monday’s ruling.
“I don’t think that will change anything,” said Science Hill Athletic Director Keith Turner. “If you have students that don’t want to be a part of that, we’ve never made a big deal about that either. We just made sure that their freedoms weren’t impinged upon. We don’t make them do it. It’s just their choice.”
Turner says any religious activity is led by students.
“All our practices have always been in following the law, what the law allows, and that means that it has to be student-initiated and we’ve followed that practice my whole career and we’ve never really had any issues with that,” he said. “The students organize circles after the games and that sort of thing, or even the locker room before they come out…all those things we allow the students to do that.”
The football team at David Crockett High School says the Lord’s prayer as a unit before games.
“We’ve had people in the past that have stepped out for whatever reason they didn’t want to be a part of that. We don’t ever want to put anybody in a position that’s uncomfortable for them. Faith is not something that should be forced down your throat,” said DCHS head football coach Hayden Chandley. “You’ve got all these different kids and different backgrounds, even different ethnic groups, different religions coming together for one common goal and that’s the great thing about sports. Sports brings everybody to one common goal.”
Handley also oversees the school’s Fellowship of Christian Athletes chapter.
“Anytime the freedom of religion is protected, I think it’s a great thing. Everybody should have the right to practice their faith in whatever capacity they feel lead to,” he said. “When a kid may ask me about my faith or may ask me about my religion because they’re interested because they see the way I do things, that gives an opening to be able to share your faith while not forcing that on someone.”
The ruling was 6-3 with Justice Sonia Sotomayor dissenting along with two others, calling the ruling “misguiding.”
“It elevates one individual’s interest in personal religious exercise, in the exact time and place of that individual’s choosing, over society’s interest in protecting the separation between church and state, eroding the protections for religious liberty for all,” she said in her dissent.
The Freedom from Religion Foundation, the national organization that filed to remove the three crosses on Elizabethan city land, has denounced the decision, fearing it could set a precedent.
“Today’s decision will hurt vulnerable public school children who deserve protection from religious intrusion,” said the foundation’s legal director, Rebecca S. Markert.
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes said the organization would be releasing a statement.
News Channel 11 reached out to the TSSAA, which said it does not have a comment on the ruling. | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/tri-cities-athletic-leaders-react-to-scotus-prayer-ruling/ | 2022-06-27T23:34:20 | 1 | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/tri-cities-athletic-leaders-react-to-scotus-prayer-ruling/ |
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Washington County Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget was finalized and passed in a June 23 commission meeting, with several standout changes from last year.
From 2021-22’s budget to next year’s, the Board of Commissioners agreed to allocate over five million additional dollars to the county’s general fund. Part of this included a 5% baseline raise for all county employees, as well as additional raises to those in key sectors across the county.
“Washington County employees represent the biggest and most important asset that the county has to serve its citizens,” said Fred Malone, District 8 commissioner for Washington County. “And so I am thankful that we were able to do a substantial increase for all employees, and then a little even better increase for a few significant or key positions.”
Some of those key positions included CDL drivers, teachers and patrol officers with the sheriff’s office.
All of this, without a change in property or sales taxes for the upcoming year.
For property taxes, which were held at $2.15 for every $100 of taxable property, the budget estimates a collection of $12,974,151 throughout the fiscal year. That number is identical to last year’s, and Malone said rising property values can take time before they appear as actual revenue.
“The real estate tax, it is a really stable source of revenue,” Malone said. “But it does take some time for it to actually translate into significant or meaningful dollars to the budget.”
Money, of course, has to come from somewhere. In the General Fund, cuts came in the form of budget reductions in several sectors:
- Codes Compliance (5%)
- Environmental Courtesy Clean-up (4%)
- Pauper Burials (25%)
- Juvenile Services (11%)
- District Attorney General’s Office (10%)
The county’s reappraisal program saw a 27% increase in funding for 2022-23, including a 660% increase in data processing equipment funds. The windfall took last year’s total of $5,000 up to $38,000, setting up the office for a closer look at the county’s property valuations in the next year.
Washington County teacher funds increased by $4,097,757, bringing the total for the system’s roughly 414 teachers to $28,749,474. The county estimated revenue of $18 million from local option sales taxes, all of which is earmarked for the system. In monthly breakdowns covered during the June 27 commission meeting, county documents show that every month this year has outpaced the last two in terms of sales tax revenue.
Law Enforcement
For the sheriff’s office, a 16% increase in budget translated to significant changes in some line items. Deputy salary budget allocations increased by $637,848 (22%) year-to-year, totaling over $3.5 million in FY22-23. The officer and support staff pension budget increased by 50%, bringing the total up to $789,326 for the year. Another $165,000 was allocated to the department for gasoline, a 54% increase from the previous year. Liability insurance costs also saw a significant rise, with a 71% increase taking the total to $164,000 for the year.
The Washington County Jail saw a 13% increase in budget overall, most of which came from an additional $828,788 for deputies in the system. A similar swell in pension funds was also seen, with an increase of $226,371 (57%).
Juvenile Services saw an 11% decrease in funds, largely stemming from the removal of over $51,000 in funds for paraprofessionals in the program. | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/washington-co-boasts-record-revenue-raises-for-county-employees-in-new-budget/ | 2022-06-27T23:34:26 | 0 | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/washington-co-boasts-record-revenue-raises-for-county-employees-in-new-budget/ |
ROME, N.Y. – A state prison transport van landed on its roof following a crash on Route 365 in Rome Monday morning.
The two-car crash happened at the intersection with Lamphear Road around 11 a.m.
The other vehicle was not at the scene when the NEWSChannel 2 crew arrived.
It is not yet clear if there were any prisoners in the van or if any injuries were reported.
NEWSChannel 2 has reached out to authorities for more information and is waiting to hear back. | https://www.wktv.com/news/local/state-prison-van-involved-in-crash-on-route-365-in-rome/article_abfdb888-f658-11ec-a1c8-6b1b74012048.html | 2022-06-27T23:35:41 | 0 | https://www.wktv.com/news/local/state-prison-van-involved-in-crash-on-route-365-in-rome/article_abfdb888-f658-11ec-a1c8-6b1b74012048.html |
SCHUYLER, N.Y. – New York State Police say an 18-month-old died after she was hit by an SUV in the driveway of her home in Herkimer County Monday morning.
Troopers were called to the residence in Schuyler around 10:30 a.m.
After arriving at the scene, state police spoke with the mother who said she was unloading groceries from her vehicle while her daughter was playing on an outdoor playset. When the mother was finished taking the groceries inside, she went to move the vehicle and the toddler ran out in front of it.
State police say the mother immediately brought her child inside to render aid and called 911.
The child was taken to the hospital where she was pronounced dead.
State police say the mother will not be charged. | https://www.wktv.com/news/local/toddler-accidentally-killed-in-driveway-of-schuyler-home/article_5b000c2c-f65a-11ec-8778-a7ca9a3a3450.html | 2022-06-27T23:35:47 | 1 | https://www.wktv.com/news/local/toddler-accidentally-killed-in-driveway-of-schuyler-home/article_5b000c2c-f65a-11ec-8778-a7ca9a3a3450.html |
11-year-old wins first Electronic Caregiver chess tournament
LAS CRUCES - Electronic Caregiver held its first chess tournament on Friday, June 24. The tournament, held at the Electronic Caregiver building, was a way for the company's employees to engage with the area's chess community, including youth.
Sixty-four players entered the tournament with awards going to first, second and third place in these youth age groups: kindergarten-second grade; third through fifth grade; sixth through eighth grade; and ninth through twelfth grade.
In addition, there was an open tournament for players of any age.
Manny Castillo, 11, defeated 37-year-old Rodolfo Acosta, to win the open title. Coming in third, fourth and fifth, respectively, were Ray Fourzan, 58; John Winters, 70; and Fernando Porras, 25.
Last year, Castillo was dubbed New Mexico’s 2021 Elementary School Chess Champion and has continued to compete on a national level. | https://www.lcsun-news.com/story/news/local/2022/06/27/11-year-old-wins-first-electronic-caregiver-chess-tournament/65364047007/ | 2022-06-27T23:36:49 | 0 | https://www.lcsun-news.com/story/news/local/2022/06/27/11-year-old-wins-first-electronic-caregiver-chess-tournament/65364047007/ |
'Friend of the cowboy': Remembering Baxter Black, a renowned poet who grew up in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES – Beloved writer and cowboy poet Baxter Black, who grew up in Las Cruces, passed away June 10 at his home in Benson, Arizona. He was 77.
Black is known for his poetic interpretations of everyday life. He was a published book author who also wrote a weekly column published in over 100 newspapers. His words were also transcribed for radio and television broadcasts. He appeared on NPR, the Tonight Show and at myriad events across the U.S. and Canada.
Black was born in New York City in 1945 at the Brooklyn Naval Hospital. He was the eldest of four brothers. The family later moved west and after a few stops in West Virginia and Texas, they settled in Las Cruces’ Mesilla Park neighborhood.
Jimmy Jaramillo grew up just a few houses away from the Black family on Bowman Street. Baxter and Jimmy were in attended school together from their primary school days through their 1962 graduations from Las Cruces High.
“He was in Future Farmers of America. He was real smart, real sharp,” Jaramillo said.
According to Baxter’s obituary written by family, “He made his first attempt at writing in high school where, as he would recall, ‘I wrote something religious I think …’ His teacher’s encouragement, after marking an F the size of Texas in red on the paper, was, ‘Baxter, write about what you know.’”
Following high school, Black went on to study at New Mexico State University and Colorado State University. Veterinary school followed. He graduated with his DVM in 1969.
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It was while working as the company vet for the J. R. Simplot Company, that Black fostered a talent for telling stories. His storytelling grew in popularity, as did his reputation as a cowboy poet and entertainer.
"He found that he could take the cowboys’ stories, write a poem about it, tell it back to them and they loved it,” the obituary stated.
Black met and married Cindy Lou and the couple enjoyed a 39-year marriage together. The couple had two children — daughter, Jennifer, and son, Guy. After some time in Colorado, the family laid roots in Benson, Arizona.
Particularly because of his radio and television spots, Black became a household name in the 1980s. Between 1987 to 1992, he appeared a handful of times on "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson."
Performing came naturally to Black, and he got along easily with fans. Since his death, people across the country have recounted their interactions with their beloved cowboy poet, even if they were just a few moments shared after running into each other at the airport.
When asked how Black might like to be remembered, Jaramillo responded, “as a friend of the cowboy.” But to him, Black will always be his “buddy,” someone you could talk to, hang out and enjoy a beer with.
The family said that in lieu of flowers, people can make memorial donations to the J. F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center, 26284 Oso Rd., San Juan Capistrano, California 92675; Canine Companions, 2965 Dutton Ave., Santa Rosa, California 95407; or to a favorite charity of your choice.
Leah Romero is the trending reporter at the Las Cruces Sun-News and can be reached at 575-418-3442, LRomero@lcsun-news.com or @rromero_leah on Twitter.
'I Know You’ll Miss this Man'
The Black family provided this poem, "I Know You'll Miss this Man," written by Black, to the Las Cruces Sun-News to share with the poet's many fans and friends:
The Lord spoke to the heavy hearts that stood with hats in hand"Your sadness pains me deeply and I know you'll miss this manBut, it's true what you've been hearing, Heaven is a real place.That's no small consolation. You should use that fact to face
The emptiness his parting left that seeps into your bonesAnd draw on it to ease your pain. For he is not alone.You see, all his friends are up here and all his loved ones, too,'Cause it wouldn't be a heaven without each one of you.
And heaven for a cowboy is just what you might expect,It's horses that need tunin' up and heifers that need checked.It's long rides with a purpose and a code that lights the wayAnd a satisfying reason to get up every day.
It's the ranch he's always dreamed of and never knew he'd findAnd if you think about it, you can see it in your mind.Him, leanin' in the saddle with his ol' hat on his head,Contentment set upon his face like blankets on a bed.
The leather creaks a little as he shifts there in the seat.The bit chains give a jingle when his pony switches feet.And you somehow get the feelin' that he's sittin' on a throneA'gazin' out on paradise just like it was his own.
I can promise you he's happy, though I know you can't pretendYou're glad he made the journey. It's too hard to comprehend.The earthly way you look at things can never satisfyYour lack of understanding for the answer to the 'Why?'
So, I offer this small comfort to put your grief to rest,I only take the top hands 'cause my crew's the very best.And I know it might seem selfish to friends and next of kinBut I needed one more cowboy and Baxter fit right in." | https://www.lcsun-news.com/story/news/local/2022/06/27/baxter-black-a-renowned-poet-who-grew-up-in-las-cruces-dies-at-77/65360917007/ | 2022-06-27T23:36:55 | 0 | https://www.lcsun-news.com/story/news/local/2022/06/27/baxter-black-a-renowned-poet-who-grew-up-in-las-cruces-dies-at-77/65360917007/ |
New Mexico governor orders safeguards for abortion access
SANTA FE — New Mexico’s Democratic governor took steps Monday to ensure safe harbor to people seeking abortions or providing abortions at health care facilities within the state.
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed an executive order that prohibits cooperation with other states that might interfere with abortion access in New Mexico, declining to carry out any future arrest warrants from other states related to anti-abortion provisions. The order also prohibits most New Mexico state employees from assisting other states in investigating or seeking sanctions against local abortion providers.
“Residents seeking access will be protected, providers will be protected, and abortion is and will continue to be legal safe and accessible, period,” said Lujan Grisham, who is running for a second term in November.
After the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the Roe v. Wade decision and ended constitutional protection for abortion, the battle over abortion rights has shifted to lower courts around the country, as one side sought quickly to put statewide bans into effect and the other tried to stop or at least delay such measures.
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Lujan Grisham has signaled her steadfast support for continuing legal access to abortion in New Mexico.
She also ordered a review to ensure that reproductive health care providers won't be disqualified or disciplined by state professional licensure provisions under criteria from other states.
“It means we will not cooperate for any criminalization attempt,” Lujan Grisham said at a news conference at her Capitol offices. “I think you will see a coalition of states that really work to shut off access” to abortion.
Last year, Lujan Grisham signed legislation to repeal a dormant 1969 statute that outlawed most abortion procedures.
New Mexico is likely to continue to see a steady influx of people seeking abortions from neighboring states with more restrictive abortion laws. It already hosts patients from Texas and Oklahoma, where strict abortion bans were adopted earlier this year.
Albuquerque is home to one of only a few independent clinics in the country that perform abortions in the third trimester without conditions. An abortion clinic in Santa Teresa is just a mile from the state line with Texas near El Paso. | https://www.lcsun-news.com/story/news/local/new-mexico/2022/06/27/new-mexico-governor-orders-safeguards-for-abortion-access/65364237007/ | 2022-06-27T23:37:07 | 1 | https://www.lcsun-news.com/story/news/local/new-mexico/2022/06/27/new-mexico-governor-orders-safeguards-for-abortion-access/65364237007/ |
SUGARLOAF, Pa. — It wasn't your average Amazon delivery being unloaded at Valley Elementary Middle School in Sugarloaf on Monday.
"We're here today donating about $50,000 in back-to-school supplies to our local teachers, computers that will help our students at Valley Elementary, as well as different sanitation supplies," explained Mariah Grabinski, a human resource manager at Amazon.
Amazon tells Newswatch 16 it employs 3,000 associates, many of whom have children in the Hazleton Area School District. This is part of the company's initiative to support the local community.
While the boxes of sanitation supplies are needed, the district says the delivery of 135 laptops is a big deal.
"It's a great impact," said Hazleton Area Superintendent Brian Uplinger. "Before the pandemic, we could probably purchase a laptop for $145 to $200. Now they're about $350. So, by us getting these as a donation, we're able to offset that cost, utilize it somewhere else, or even provide additional computers to other students or other buildings."
"We use them every day for all of our work. So, they're really important to all of us, so we can learn and do all of our schoolwork," said eighth-grader Lexi Staffin.
"I use it for like, imagine reading and imagine learning," said sixth-grader Katie Rodgers.
"Being as large as we are, we are fortunate enough to be one-to-one. The pandemic kind of pushed us in that direction to be able to purchase computers for every student across the district. This will help," said Uplinger.
The district forecasts more students coming into their schools as companies like Amazon continue to open or expand into warehouses nearby.
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HAZLETON, Pa. — The Laurel Mall in Hazle Township is a success story we don't often hear about — a mall filled with tenants and a waiting list to rent space.
The framing is being built for the mall's newest tenant — the Hazleton Area School District's Cyber Academy.
"It's a school in itself with over 1,000 students, 30 full-time staff members. It's a small little district in and of itself," said Hazleton Area's assistant superintendent Robert Mehalick.
Rooms will be available for teachers to use for online lessons. More space is in the back for counseling or testing needs.
"That is really our intent, to give these kids the very, very best cyber education. If this is the way that they're choosing to learn, then we're going to make certain that they have every available opportunity to be successful," added Mehalick.
The school district will be using about 9,000 square feet inside the Laurel Mall. In addition to the Cyber Academy, there will be space for an esports program, for registration that's centrally located in the community, and a school spirit store.
"We'll have backpacks, pens and pencils, anything that promotes the Hazleton Area Cougar," said Mehalick.
Leaders at the mall are happy to have something new inside the mall, outside of retail and food.
"You have service now. You have education," said manager Rocco Arruzzo. "It's good for the community. It's convenient for the parents, for the children, the teachers, the administration. I mean, you have your parking, your bus transportation, so it becomes so convenient for everyone."
"There's always something happening here, and we're going to add to that happening, and it's going to, in my opinion, it's going to draw more people into the mall," said Hazleton Area Superintendent Brian Uplinger. "Parents will be here waiting for their child to be tutored or to have their computer fixed, and we'll give them an opportunity to walk around and see what's available to them."
School officials hope to complete construction by the fall.
Check out WNEP’s YouTube channel. | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/luzerne-county/hazleton-area-expands-presence-to-laurel-mall-cyber-academy-esports-school-spirit-store/523-4edf5d5c-e95f-4a91-a83e-bc1516be5477 | 2022-06-27T23:39:15 | 0 | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/luzerne-county/hazleton-area-expands-presence-to-laurel-mall-cyber-academy-esports-school-spirit-store/523-4edf5d5c-e95f-4a91-a83e-bc1516be5477 |
POCONO SUMMIT, Pa. — David Parker has worked at Cramer's Home Centers in Pocono Summit for the past 27 years, but he's getting ready to close the business his great-grandfather started in 1915.
He reflected on his time working for the company he grew up around.
"It's neat for sure, and I just expressed that in a post the other day, driving the delivery truck through the same areas he traveled," said David Parker, the manager at the Pocono Summit location.
Cramer's was bought by Blue Ridge Lumber, a family-owned and operated building supplier based in New Jersey.
Greg Ackerson owns the company. He says they will continue serving the community.
"Pocono Summit will probably be more contractor-oriented. Both showrooms will probably be reduced in size a little bit and updated, nicer kitchen displays, probably will be carpeted — better counter experience when you come in," said Ackerson.
The decision to sell wasn't an easy one, but the Cramer family says it's time to move on.
"Recently, we have another owner that's retiring," Parker said. "It seemed like a good time to sell, and the market's good right now, and Blue Ridge is interested, so it's a good time to make the sale."
While the name at Cramer's will change come next week, almost all the employees who work here won't. Blue Ridge Lumber has extended an offer to almost all of the employees who have worked here for years.
Local customers like Calvin Lane from Tobyhanna say they'll miss Cramer's.
"They're helpful. They're friendly. They have what I need. They have the little stuff. I mean you can buy the big stuff anywhere. It's when it comes to buying the little stuff that's where the local hardware stores have it all over the big-box stores," said Lane.
Parker says he's grateful to all the people who supported the business over the years.
He told us what he'll miss the most.
"The customers, the people. The employees," Parker said. I mean I'll still be in the area so if I need things, I'll have a place to come get them, but I always loved helping people and this business allowed me to do that."
Check out WNEP’s YouTube channel. | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/monroe-county/century-old-hardware-store-in-the-poconos-closing-its-doors-cramers-blue-ridge-lumber/523-9962ddc9-ff6b-47df-9dcc-c3871b0c598a | 2022-06-27T23:39:21 | 1 | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/monroe-county/century-old-hardware-store-in-the-poconos-closing-its-doors-cramers-blue-ridge-lumber/523-9962ddc9-ff6b-47df-9dcc-c3871b0c598a |
MARSHALLS CREEK, Pa. — Fireworks filled shopping carts inside the Fireworks Outlet at Odd-lot in Smithfield Township, near Marshall's Creek.
Mike Gates from New York is one of many stocking up, looking to kick off the holiday weekend with a bang!
"We have a big group coming in for the Fourth of July at the house. Big barbeque, so we're going to do a little light show, nothing too crazy," said Gates.
Ken Schuchman is the owner of the Fireworks outlet. He says between gas prices and inflation, it's more difficult to get products.
"It's been a crazy year. It's been a challenge to get a product, but we've been partnering with some of our vendors and running private ships over from China, and as you can see, we are fully, fully stocked," said Schuchman.
Schuchman says if you're looking to buy fireworks this year, you can expect to pay more.
"People are certainly a little more concerned about the money they spend because of inflation and everything else," said Schuchman. "Just like everything, fireworks have gone up."
While prices may be up, the owner says he doesn't expect to run out of any fireworks.
"We absolutely won't run out of product," Schuchman said. "We're unloading trucks today. We're unloading trucks tomorrow, and we over-order, so that's for the benefit of our customers."
For some families, it wouldn't be the 4th of July without fireworks.
"It definitely adds a little spark – no pun intended – to the festivities, but we've gone a few years without them," Gates said. "Traditionally, we like to have some sort of celebration for the holiday."
Schuchman says while he doesn't plan to sell out, make sure to shop early to get exactly what you want.
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SHAMOKIN, Pa. — While school may be out for the summer, a program in Shamokin continues to feed students at the city's pool.
On Monday, the Belmahi family enjoyed lunch at the Lawton Shroyer Memorial Swimming Pool in Shamokin.
Monday through Friday during the summer, children under 18 can stop by the pool for a free lunch. Food is provided by the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank.
Paula Gilger manages the pool and says this program is greatly needed in areas like Shamokin, where students get free meals during the school year.
"They want to try to keep it going because during the summer, they want the kids to make sure that they're fed," Gilger said. "It used to be across town, and we tried to get it here because a lot of times when kids would be coming in, they'd be hungry as soon as they got in the pool, or they would be debating whether they would buy food or come swimming. So at least this way they can come and get something to eat and come swimming at the same time."
The pool gets 100 meals per day. Families seem to like the program.
"This community has many kids that, I can't say they don't have food, but they need some nice food," Lahouari Belmahi said.
Anyone under 18 can stop by the pool between 11 a.m. and noon for a free meal Monday through Friday. The program runs until the start of the next school year.
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PINE GROVE, Pa. — The Ruth Steinert Memorial SPCA near Pine Grove is currently home to 85 cats. And while she has seen many cats come into the animal shelter, Dawn Shutt has never heard of someone in the area getting exposed to rabies from a feral kitten. Until now.
“I was very surprised to see it because we don't see it very often. We see it more in skunks, raccoons, that kind of thing. It's very rare to see it in a kitten,” said Shutt, cat manager.
Shutt says the key to preventing rabies in your own animals is vaccination.
“Vaccinating cats helps them live longer, it keeps them healthier and it helps prevent the spread of diseases,” said Shutt.
And shelter manager, Shannon Shuttlesworth, emphasizes how the shelter makes sure their animals are properly vaccinated. Even after they've been adopted.
“The rabies vaccine is a legal, mandated vaccine. It's against the law if your animal is not vaccinated and it's three months and older. And we have different places that offer clinics, especially for low-income families.” Shuttlesworth says.
The employees at the Ruth Steinert Memorial SPCA say you need to be careful around stray animals.
“Just don't run up to them, especially if they're feral, don't touch them. Just try to quarantine them to an area and then try to get someone to come in and trap them for you. If you happen to pick on up, try to not let it bite you. Try to keep your distance and wear gloves.” said Shutt.
According to the State Department of Agriculture, feral cats are among the animals most often infected with rabies. There have been at least five such cases in Pennsylvania this year.
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PENNS CREEK, Pa. — Himalayan Black Bears are known for the distinct "V" shape on their chest. They are typically found in Asia, but these two have found their way to Penns Creek in Snyder County.
The two Himalayan Black Bears came to T&D's Cats of the World, an animal rescue near Middleburg, from an out-of-state zoo, Jennifer Mattive said.
Mattive and her family own and operate T&D's Cats of the World.
"They spend a lot of time in mountain areas where they're from, so Nepal and Tibet and China, more mountainous areas. Being close to the ground, the gravity helps them with climbing," Mattive said.
The bears have been at T&D's since November and were in temporary housing.
"So that we can get used to them, they can get used to us. We can figure out what they like and don't like. The veterinarian can come out and give them a check, make sure everything is okay," Mattive said.
Last week the bears were moved to a new, permanent enclosure.
"One at a time and they got in the pen very easily and we moved them down very quickly," Mattive said.
Mattive says the new enclosure is about one acre.
"They have grass and trees and a little pool they can get into and have some fun," Mattive said.
T&D's Cats of the World is open on weekends and Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays for tours through the end of the summer.
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A man was badly injured in a shooting Monday on Fort Wayne's south side.
A person called police about 2:20 p.m., saying gunshots were heard in the 5100 block of Bowser Avenue, between East Fairfax and East Pettit avenues.
Police found a man with gunshot wounds behind a home. He was taken by ambulance to a hospital, where he was listed in life threatening condition.
Sgt. Jeremy Webb, Fort Wayne police public information officer, said investigators received conflicting information about suspects and what happened.
"Detectives are diligently chasing all leads and trying to put the pieces together about what happened," Webb said in a statement.
The shooting remains under investigation by the Fort Wayne Police Department and Allen County prosecutor's office. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/victim-badly-injured-in-shooting/article_00774cd8-f65b-11ec-a1f3-733df58fc1c0.html | 2022-06-27T23:42:09 | 1 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/victim-badly-injured-in-shooting/article_00774cd8-f65b-11ec-a1f3-733df58fc1c0.html |
A Fort Wayne woman is charged with having a controlled substance in her blood when she was involved in a vehicle crash that killed a 67-year-old motorcyclist.
Veronica L. Holloway, 39, was charged last week with having a controlled substance or metabolite in her system, causing death.
According to a probable cause affidavit filed in Allen Superior Court, Holloway had THC, a chemical in marijuana, in her blood when she collided with a motorcycle April 19, 2021 at Indiana 14 and South Noyer Road.
Lawrence James Moran Jr. was riding the motorcycle when a vehicle pulled into his path at the intersection, police said. Moran died at a hospital from blunt force injuries due to the crash.
The coroner's office ruled Moran's death an accident. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/woman-accused-of-having-drug-in-her-system-during-fatal-crash/article_471ead54-f64f-11ec-8a88-bf068e88360d.html | 2022-06-27T23:42:15 | 0 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/woman-accused-of-having-drug-in-her-system-during-fatal-crash/article_471ead54-f64f-11ec-8a88-bf068e88360d.html |
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP — A township man on a motorcycle was fatally injured in a single-vehicle crash Saturday afternoon, police said.
At around 3:12 p.m., police responded to a crash on Delilah Road, just east of the intersection with Fire Road. There they found 31-year-old Juan Diaz Oliva, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
Diaz Oliva was riding a 2008 Honda motorcycle, traveling westbound on Delilah Road when he lost control, police said. This resulted in him and the motorcycle leaving the roadway and subsequently impacting the curb near the area where Harrison Beverage Company is located.
The impact caused the motorcycle to tumble, ejecting Diaz Oliva, police said. The motorcycle immediately caught fire after coming to a rest. Diaz Oliva sustained fatal injuries.
A preliminary investigation determined no other vehicles were involved in the crash.
Fire personnel from the Farmington and Cardiff volunteer companies put out the fire. Traffic was detoured for about 4½ hours.
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South Suburban College's Theatre Company in South Holland is holding open auditions for the time-honored baseball comedy "Bleacher Bums."
The PAC Rats Theatre Company will have open auditions at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 13 and Thursday, July 14, 2022 in the Kindig Performing Arts Center at 15800 S. State St. in South Holland.
Director Paul Braun of Highland will cast seven men and two women in the play that follows die-hard Cubs fans in the bleachers of Chicago's Wrigley Field. He will look for actors of all races and ehtnicities ranging in age from 16 to 70-plus to play roles such as "a sun-worshipper, a blind man who follows the game by transistor radio, a professional gambler, a husband and wife and a nerd."
“We’re excited to be back in the swing of things,” said Ellie Shunko, manager of the Kindig Performing Arts Center. “COVID has kept our theater dark for too long and we’re itching to flip those stage lights on and welcome the community back to our stage.”
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Actor Joe Mantegna came up with the idea for the play, which was collaboratively written by members of Chicago’s Organic Theater Company.
Auditioning actors will read from scenes and do not need to prepare audition materials or make appointments. All South Suburban College students and community members are encouraged to try out for the play, which will be performed during the last two weekends in September.
Volunteers also are needed to work backstage.
“Putting on a play takes a lot of hands,” said Shunko. “We hope that those who aren’t ready to step on stage will enjoy working backstage on lighting, sets and props.”
For more information, visit the SSC Kindig Performing Arts Center Facebook page or email ssctheatre@ssc.edu .
NWI Business Ins and Outs: Crumbl Cookies, Southlake Mall stores and StretchLab opening; Chop House on Wicker site slated for redevelopment
Opening
Freshly baked sweets and homemade ice cream are coming to Dyer, that's just the way the proverbial cookie crumbles.
Crumbl Cookies, a fast-growing chain of cookie shops, will open its first Northwest Indiana location on July 1.
It will celebrate with a grand opening from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. where it will give away swag to its customers, said Derek Hincks with Crumbl.
Utah-based Crumbl moved into the 1,350-square-foot space formerly occupied by Game Stop in the shopping center anchored by Jewel-Osco at the corner of U.S. 30 and Calumet Ave.
Crumbl offers more than 130 flavors of cookies, including milk chocolate chip, blueberry cheesecake, rocky road, honey bun, galaxy brownie, cookie butter ice cream, brownie fudge and cookie dough crunch. It frequently rotates flavors and serves up cookies either warm or chilled, depending on the flavor.
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Fast-growing
The cookies come in four-pack, six-pack and 12-pack boxes that are available for takeout or delivery. The distinctive boxes are oblong and pink to be as Instagrammable as possible.
Crumbl also has half-pints of housemade ice cream in flavors like vanilla bean, cookie dough crunch and peanut butter brittle.
It was founded in 2017 by cousins Sawyer Hemsley and Jason McGowan and has since experienced breakneck growth. It now has 300 stores in 36 states, including in Fishers, Indianapolis, Greenwood, Carmel, Bloomington and Evansville in Indiana.
For more information, visit crumblcookies.com , email In.dyer@crumbl.com or call 219-440-2063.
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Coming soon
Cycle Gear is revving up to come to Southlake Mall in Hobart.
The California-based retailer sells gears, parts and accessories to motorcyclists. The company recently signed a lease with the super-regional mall at U.S. 30 and Mississippi Street.
A spokesperson said it will open later this year, likely late in the fall, and be located next to Buffalo Wilds Winds and Red Robin outside the enclosed mall.
Founded in 1974, Cycle Gear now has 160 stores across the United States. It caters to motorcycle enthusiasts with apparel, parts and performance-oriented riding gear. It stocks a wide selection of original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket products for a variety of bikes.
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Coming soon
A new stretching studio is coming to St. John.
StretchLab bills itself as a "unique wellness concept offering customized assisted-stretch sessions in a comfortable group setting." A trained flexologist helps people work out a customized stretch routine to remedy pain or tightness or just improve their flexibility and range of motion.
The fast-growing fitness concept is owned by parent company Xponential Fitness, a California-based company that operates Pilates, cycling, rowing, dance, running, boxing, functional training and yoga studios all around the country.
Construction is underway on the new StretchLab by La Quesadilla in Shops of Ravenwood Square on U.S. 41.
“StretchLab is a really unique concept and offers a service that doesn’t exist around here," said Brett McDermott with Crown Point-based Latitude Commercial, which represented the tenant in the transaction. "I’m excited for the community to try it out as I know they will embrace it after their first session.”
StretchLab aims to open in the next few months.
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Open
Sephora at Kohl's celebrated its grand opening at the Southlake Mall Wednesday.
The store-within-a-store is selling beauty products at 1601 Southlake Mall in Hobart. The 2,500-square-foot store offers premier makeup, fragrance, skincare, and hair brands.
Beauty advisors offer help and consultations in the "fully immersive beauty experience" in which customers can try out a rotating selection of new, trending or emerging products.
It's designed to resemble a free-standing Sephora store. It carries brands like Murad, Clarins, Jack Black, Living Proof, Versace, Voluspa, Rare Beauty, NARS, Charlotte Tilbury, Kiehl’s, Giorgio Armani, Olaplex, Clinique and Sephora Collection.
Wisconsin-based Kohl's is in the process of opening 400 new Sephora at Kohl’s shops nationwide and says it is on track to open 850 total shops by 2023.
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Renovated
Umi Sushi and Lounge recently underwent a complete renovation in downtown Crown Point.
Theo's Dining Group overhauled the urbane sushi lounge at 109 W. Joliet St. It sits on the second floor above Prime Steakhouse with window views overlooking the historic Old Courthouse Square.
Owner Peter Klideris said it has a more electric feel with bright colors and neon based on pictures and videos of friends visiting Asian cities.
"It's reopened and revamped with new flooring, a new bar, new tables, new chairs and new glassware," he said. "It kept creative sushi rolls like the Godzilla roll with vodka that's set aflame right at your table to partially cook it so it has a warm flavor. It has shaved ribeye steak from Prime right on top of the roll, and it cooks it a little bit. We have adult beverages with a scented bubble on top that's popped tableside. We have a flavor blaster gun that pops bubbles tableside right on top of the cocktail."
The menu includes a variety of fresh fish and sticky rice marinated in oranges, limes, lemons and non-alcoholic rice wine. Top sellers include the Rock Lobster and the Mamacita that features yellow tail tuna, asparagus, cilantro, jalapeño, mango, cucumber, spicy mayo, eel sauce and spicy crunch.
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More chic flair
The dining room now has a more chic flair.
"Everybody's been loving it," Kilderis said. "We've never been busier. Patrons were super-excited to go from the old to the new look."
Umi is looking at adding new menu items in the future, including noodles and Wagyu or Kobe steak.
"We've been in downtown Crown Point for years and both restaurants were coming due for renovations," he said. "We felt we had to not because these new restaurants are coming to town but to be fair to our guests and provide a more classy experience."
The more, the merrier on the Old Courthouse Square, he said.
"We encourage different restaurant concepts to come to the square," he said. "So long as we're all doing something different to distinguish it, it makes downtown more of a dining destination. People come to try one place and then might come back to come to Prime or Umi."
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Coming soon
Theo's Dining Group sold the Chop House On Wicker to the owners of the neighboring Shrine of Christ's Passion, which razed the former Dick's Restaurant at 10808 Wicker Ave. in St. John.
"The Shrine made an offer we couldn't refuse," Owner Peter Klideris said. "I don't know what they plan to do but it will be great for the community. So many people go to the Shrine. As the owner of Avgo, I'm happy to have them in the community."
St. John Town Manager Joseph Wiszowaty said redevelopment plans were in the works. He said it would "definitely be a commercial development."
"We are working with the Schillings on that, however, nothing has been finalized," he said. "But definitely stay tuned."
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Closing
White Sox fans are very familiar with the Bridgeport Restaurant at 3500 S Halsted St. in Chicago.
The historic diner with the uber-vintage facade has been in business for more than 60 years. It's slated to close at the end of June.
The owners are looking for an entrepreneur who wants to take over the restaurant. They're looking for a tenant to lease it for $40 per square foot for at least a three-year term.
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Coming soon
Rainbow Cone, a staple in Chicago's far South Side Beverly neighborhood for more than 95 years, announced its summer locations.
It will serve its famous ice cream at Lincoln Park Zoo, Shedd Aquarium, Navy Pier and roaming trucks this summer. Rainbow Cone, which has the slogan "life's too short for just one flavor," also opened a stand at Guaranteed Rate Field this season.
For more information, visit https://www.rainbowcone.com/truck-finder/ .
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Shipments to the Port of Indiana-Burns Harbor have risen by 47% so far this year.
Overall dry bulk exports are up 2.44% on the Great Lakes so in 2022, according to the Great Lakes Seaway Partnership. U.S. grain shipments have risen by 38% to 312 tons, up from 225 million tons the previous year.
“Our Great Lakes ports continue to be productive, reliable, and resilient in the face of various challenges posed to the global supply chain,” said Craig Middlebrook, deputy administrator of the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corp. “From agricultural exports to renewable energy material imports, the Seaway is playing a pivotal role in moving a diverse range of essential goods around the world.”
On the Great Lakes so far this year, shipments of potash rose by 401%, ores and concentrates 332%, scrap metal 200%, coke 77% and salt 19.6%.
Wind turbine parts were shipped to ports in Chicago, Ogdensburg, Duluth, Buffalo and Oswego.
The Illinois International Port District unloaded eight ocean-going salties that brought in imported goods.
"The IIPD received significant imports throughout May as steel, wind energy equipment, and lumber arrived at our docks earlier in the season than usual," said Erik Varela, executive director of the Illinois International Port District. "Shippers around the globe can count on our multimodal facility to be a key link on the supply chain and handle a range of cargo."
The Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor unloaded seven salties that brought steel and fertilizer. They exported shipments of coal and coke.
"The Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor had a great May,” said Port Director Ryan McCoy. “Year-to-date, January through May, Burns Harbor is up 47% compared to 2021. Recent supply chain changes have increased our export opportunities. We continue to work with local businesses in northwest Indiana that should lead to additional tonnage opportunities. We anticipate a good year."
The Great Lakes-Seaway System handles an estimated 160 million tons of commercial cargo, generating $35 billion in economic activities and $14.2 billion in income.
NWI Business Ins and Outs: Parlor Doughuts, Domino's, Gyros Bar and Grill and Captain's Seafood opening
Joseph S. Pete is a Lisagor Award-winning business reporter who covers steel, industry, unions, the ports, retail, banking and more. The Indiana University grad has been with The Times since 2013 and blogs about craft beer, culture and the military.
The 12/20 landscape of Dunes Highway and the largely parallel U.S. 20 highway in Gary's Miller neighborhood have been undergoing a major transformation as many decrepit old buildings get demolished.
"Centennial Park has become a regional, destination type of park. The fees were set at a price point to be attractive for visitors but to also capture funds to help offset their impact on the park."
Great Lakes steel production fell by 13,000 tons last week, while steel capacity utilization ticked down, according to the American Iron and Steel Institute. | https://www.nwitimes.com/business/local/port-of-indiana-burns-harbor-cargoes-up-47/article_a3250be6-f44d-5646-9a63-6ba3388873be.html | 2022-06-27T23:53:28 | 0 | https://www.nwitimes.com/business/local/port-of-indiana-burns-harbor-cargoes-up-47/article_a3250be6-f44d-5646-9a63-6ba3388873be.html |
PORTER — A man who entered Lake Michigan Monday morning to help a teen swimmer in distress died, Indiana Department of Natural Resources said.
Thomas Kenning, 38, of St. Petersburg, Florida, was visiting with family and observed the teen swimmer in distress. He reached the teen and helped her to safety before going underwater and not resurfacing.
Kenning was transported to Northwest Health Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. An autopsy will determine an exact cause.
Porter and Chesterton firefighters were called out to the beach at 10:28 a.m. for swimmers in distress.
"A female teen in the water was in distress and the gentleman went into the water and attempted to rescue her," Porter Fire Chief Jay Craig said.
"She made it out with the assistance of lifeguards from (Indiana) Dunes State Park, but he got sucked under," Craig said. "Once they got her out they went back looking for the man."
Chesterton Fire Chief Eric Camel estimated the man may have been in the water 15 minutes before the lifeguards found him in the waves approximately 20 to 30 feet from shore, just west of the Indiana Dunes State Park beach.
"The man was brought on shore and CPR immediately begun," officials said.
"The lifeguards were the true miracle workers today," Craig said. "They did the best job they could under difficult conditions. They never gave up. They did a phenomenal job."
At the time of the incident, the Indiana Dunes State Park beach, immediately east of Porter Beach, was closed to swimming because of dangerous conditions, he said. Craig estimated Monday's waves to be 3 to 5 feet.
Porter Beach is an unguarded beach and is considered "swim at your own risk."
Staff Writer Annie Mattea contributed to reporting.
Indiana Dunes National Park sells new passes to visitors
Indiana Dunes National Park has sold thousands of passes as visitors adjust to new entrance fees
Indiana Dunes National Park has sold thousands of passes as visitors adjust to new entrance fees
Indiana Dunes National Park has sold thousands of passes as visitors adjust to new entrance fees
Indiana Dunes National Park has sold thousands of passes as visitors adjust to new entrance fees
Indiana Dunes National Park has sold thousands of passes as visitors adjust to new entrance fees
Indiana Dunes National Park has sold thousands of passes as visitors adjust to new entrance fees
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The man was shot about 11:35 p.m. Sunday outside the Save gas station in the 3200 block of West Fourth Avenue in Gary, according to the Lake County coroner's office and police.
A man who wandered into Lake Michigan Monday morning to help a teen swimmer in distress found himself in trouble and was later pulled from waves and rushed to the hospital in an unknown condition, local firefighters said. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/update-man-dies-after-going-into-waves-to-help-teen-in-distress-officials-say/article_d0c22675-62f8-5541-9430-5f2aaaebb7cd.html | 2022-06-27T23:53:41 | 1 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/update-man-dies-after-going-into-waves-to-help-teen-in-distress-officials-say/article_d0c22675-62f8-5541-9430-5f2aaaebb7cd.html |
ORLANDO, Fla. – The Dr. Phillips Center received $250,000 in federal funding for educational programs, theatre officials announced Monday.
U.S. Rep. Val Demings presented the money for the Arts For Every Life education programs, which focus on providing local students with access to arts education.
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“We’re grateful to Congresswoman Demings for including the Dr. Phillips Center in the Community Project Funding for District 10,” Chairman Jim Pugh of the Dr. Phillips Center said in a news release. “This funding will support multiple education initiatives and provide the opportunities for students to perform on a professional stage and share their talents with our community and beyond.”
The funding, doled out as part of Demings’ Community Project Initiative, allows the center to cater to the 100,000 individuals participating in programs like Disney musicals in schools, Applause Awards, 6th & Jazz, Project WoW, summer camps, youth theater productions, Four Counts, Quarter Notes and Teen Ambassadors.
To learn more about the educational programs the performing arts center offers, click here. | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/27/dr-phillips-center-receives-250k-to-pour-into-educational-programs/ | 2022-06-27T23:54:40 | 1 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/27/dr-phillips-center-receives-250k-to-pour-into-educational-programs/ |
ORLANDO, Fla. – Reaction to the Supreme Court’s decision that overturns the landmark Roe V. Wade ruling has been swift across Central Florida. As the debate continues about abortion rights, many children’s services agencies are also considering the potential impact on Florida’s childcare system.
“I think a lot of that is still premature. We’re probably like a lot of other industries trying to sort out what might or what might not happen,” said Glen Casel with Embrace Families.
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Glen Casel is the CEO of Embrace Families, a foster care agency in Florida. The organization takes a community-based approach to helping children at risk of abuse or neglect.
“On any given day we serve about 3,000 kids,” said Casel. “Many of our kids are still with their families, they’re just working through a crisis going on. It could be financial distress. It could be domestic violence. It could be issues with mental illness, maybe substance misuse.”
Casel says resources are already stretched thin. Caseworkers work hard and are frequently not paid enough, like a lot of people in the social work field. Another challenge is keeping up with Florida as it continues to grow. How resources may need to expand or be used differently in the wake of Roe v. Wade is unclear.
“Will the volume change? I don’t know,” said Casel. “Our job is to make sure we are here to respond to those issues, and so it’s something of course we will watch closely.”
Last year, more than 79,000 women received abortions in Florida at a licensed provider, according to data from Florida’s Agency for Health Care Administration. More than 6,000 were in Orange and Seminole counties.
While Casel says it is impossible to predict if more kids will enter the foster care system, he says the Embrace Families mission will not change. It’s a sentiment shared by many child service agencies in Central Florida, like One More Child.
“What we’ve seen is the tremendous need there is for children, for moms, for families, and the need is just continuing to grow,” said Jerry Haag, with One More Child.
Jerry Haag, who is the CEO of One More Child, expects his organization will need to help more mothers and children in the wake of Roe V. Wade. Haag says his organization, which is Christ-focused family service center, will need more resources to do it.
“We need additional resources, and those resources are foster families, meal packing parties, backpack meals, so we can get them out to families that are struggling, to moms who are struggling,” said Haag. | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/27/for-foster-agencies-impact-of-supreme-courts-ruling-on-abortion-is-unknown/ | 2022-06-27T23:54:46 | 0 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/27/for-foster-agencies-impact-of-supreme-courts-ruling-on-abortion-is-unknown/ |
OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. – A Kissimmee pastor was arrested Monday after “exposing” himself at a local Starbucks, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies said they received reports about the pastor sexually touching himself on May 9 at the Starbucks on 1041 W. Osceola Parkway.
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Reports show that 39-year-old Enginio Muniz-Colon had previously been arrested for similar charges at the same location. According to the affidavit, Muniz-Colon teaches online ministry classes.
Muniz-Colon was taken to the Osceola County Jail on a $1,000 bond. He faces charges for exposure of sexual organs.
The sheriff’s office is asking for anyone with information about this case or similar incidents to contact the department at (407) 348-2222. | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/27/kissimmee-pastor-accused-of-exposing-himself-at-starbucks/ | 2022-06-27T23:54:53 | 0 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/27/kissimmee-pastor-accused-of-exposing-himself-at-starbucks/ |
A security guard is facing charges after a fatal shooting outside a Dallas strip club overnight Friday.
A woman was killed when two security guards opened fire on her vehicle as she reportedly drove into a crowd after the club had closed early Saturday morning.
According to a statement from XTC Cabaret, one of the guards was hit by the woman and pinned between her car and another vehicle.
"Reportedly fearing for her life, the security guard shot the driver as the guard was being hit and before the driver could seriously injure or kill others," representatives said.
Dallas Police said Monday afternoon that one of the guards, 30-year-old Sterlin Hammett, has been arrested and charged with three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, one count for each person that was in the car.
Hammet has been booked into the Dallas County Jail, but a bond amount has not yet been set and it's not clear if he's obtained an attorney.
The condition of the injured guard is not immediately known. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/security-guard-arrested-after-fatal-shooting-outside-dallas-strip-club/3001688/ | 2022-06-27T23:58:22 | 0 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/security-guard-arrested-after-fatal-shooting-outside-dallas-strip-club/3001688/ |
JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. — A soldier from Joint Base Lewis-McChord died Saturday from an apparent drowning.
Specialist Xavier T. Chambers was swimming at Shoreline Park at JBLM when the incident happened. Chambers was pronounced dead at Madigan Army Medical Center, according to Colonel Joey Sullinger, I Corps public affairs officer.
Chambers was assigned to the 593rd Expeditionary Sustainment Command.
In a statement released Monday, Lt. Col. Melinda Acuna, the 53rd Transportation Battalion commander, said Chambers was a valuable member of the Tusker family and was a promising soldier filled with "raw potential."
“As a member of our team, Xavier was motivated and charismatic," Acuna said. "His loss comes too soon; we will forever be grateful for the time and the impact he had on our formation.”
Chambers was at least the fourth person to drown during the western Washington heatwave this last weekend.
A 20-year-old man is missing and presumed dead after being swept away by the current at Green River Gorge on Saturday.
In Everett, a 4-year-old girl drowned at Silver Lake on Saturday.
In Lake Stevens, a 13-year-old boy died and a 12-year-old boy and a 15-year-old girl were critically injured after they were found unresponsive in the water at Davies Park on Sunday.
The National Weather Service issued a Heat Advisory for most of western Washington this weekend as the region experienced the hottest temperatures so far this year. In Olympia, temperatures soared into the upper 80s to mid-90s on Saturday and Sunday, according to the weather service.
During hot weather, cold water in lakes and rivers can be especially dangerous for swimmers. | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/jblm-soldier-drowns-heatwave/281-c71a649d-d2aa-4c51-a4cf-d22d34c2ddbf | 2022-06-28T00:00:06 | 1 | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/jblm-soldier-drowns-heatwave/281-c71a649d-d2aa-4c51-a4cf-d22d34c2ddbf |
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