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MILLVILLE — A 20-year-old city man was shot to death early Monday morning near a local school, the Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office said.
Mark Hoffman, of Newcombtown Road, was found dead of an apparent gunshot wound near Rieck Avenue Elementary School about 5 a.m., the Prosecutor's Office said in a news release.
Police were called to the area after someone found Hoffman unresponsive inside a car, the Prosecutor's Office said.
Authorities are investigating and searching for a suspect. The public was not considered in danger Monday afternoon, the Prosecutor's Office said.
Anyone with additional information can call police at 856-825-7010 or the Prosecutor's Office at 856-982-6256. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/millville-man-killed-by-gunfire-near-school/article_fadd0eda-0959-11ee-a407-93832e1d3d80.html | 2023-06-12T21:26:24 | 1 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/millville-man-killed-by-gunfire-near-school/article_fadd0eda-0959-11ee-a407-93832e1d3d80.html |
GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP — Stockton University plans to launch a pilot program through its initiative to help recovery court graduates find scholarships, training and employment with the help of nearly $1 million from the state, schools officials said Monday.
Stockton announced it was given a state Department of Labor grant for $947,100 to aid its Judiciary Opportunities for Building Success program, which helps people on probation find jobs at state colleges and universities.
Kean University, Rutgers University-Camden and three nonprofits joined Stockton in sharing nearly $6 million provided by the Labor Department, officials said in a news release.
“Chief Justice Stuart Rabner’s JOBS initiative is one of the best examples of a public/private partnership to improve society,” Glenn A. Grant, administrative director of the courts, said in a statement. “The collaboration between the Department of Labor, the Judiciary and institutions of higher learning will help to further enhance the mission of the JOBS program as we continue working to build our network of companies and organizations who see the value and importance of giving people a second chance.”
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Stockton said it intends to create SJ-JOBS, an employment program for 200 people on probation in Atlantic and Cape May counties.
Marissa Levy, Stockton's dean of the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, said the university has been a leading institution in the statewide initiative.
Levy cites full-time employment opportunities with suitable benefits, job training and mental health support as the top factors in lowering the recidivism rate among people on probation.
Stockton's SJ-JOBS program will provide a “wraparound” approach, offering people in the program social services, identifying career goals and training and eventually a job, Levy said.
“We’re not only helping people get the training they need, but we’re helping them realize that they have potential and value in society,” said Levy, who is also Stockton’s interim provost and vice president for academic affairs. “This will help the person leave the program as a fully prepared citizen.”
Stockton will partner with Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties for mental health training, Ideal Institute of Technology in Mays Landing for job training and the Atlantic County Workforce Development Board for assistance in recruitment. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/education/stockton-to-expand-job-program-for-recovery-court-graduates/article_e3d38a06-093c-11ee-8a1a-b7aeaf5d1b6c.html | 2023-06-12T21:26:24 | 1 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/education/stockton-to-expand-job-program-for-recovery-court-graduates/article_e3d38a06-093c-11ee-8a1a-b7aeaf5d1b6c.html |
Fishing in and around South Jersey has been super so far this spring.
When the wind isn’t blowing big time, the variety is very impressive. Striped bass gave way to summer flounder as a headliner, and weakfish and bluefish joined the coveted grand slam.
Kingfish and spot are two fan favorites in the surf, and they have arrived. And now we can enjoy an inshore influx of bonito and chub mackerel on the productive lumps and reefs.
Plus, there are reports of mostly yellowfin tuna in the offshore canyons.
Mike O’Neill is captain of the Stray Cat party boat that rolls from Seaview Harbor Marina in Great Egg Harbor Inlet. He said Monday that bluefish are mixed with bonito and chub mackerel on the troll inshore.
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Mike said lures such as cedar plugs and Clark’s Spoons continue the trolling tradition. And, he added, dropping bait on the wrecks can produce some ling and porgy.
Water temps off Great Egg are up to 66 degrees, he said.
Good summer flounder action is hanging around.
The active Strathmere Fishing and Environmental Club ran its summer flounder contest Saturday from Whale Creek Marina.
Tournament director Brian Hollinger said Monday they had a great turnout of 52 contestants who did “really good” in the back bays of that area. They had 20 keeper weigh-ins.
Bill Ott was the big winner with the heaviest summer flounder of 4.15 pounds, which took the Calcutta prize, and he had the biggest bluefish, a 2.9-pounder, and took that division Calcutta.
Bob Roman was second with his 3.55-pound flounder, and Joe Krajek was third at 3.74.
Hollinger is a third-generation member of a local fishing family and was out with a crew that racked up seven keepers among a total of 50-plus on his boat.
Morgan Delaney of Whale Creek Marina said “they did great," referring to all the contestants.
Tight Lines Bait and Tackle in Somers Point weighed in and sent in a photo of a 9-pound, 5-ounce summer flounder that Jim Quinn caught Saturday in the back bays off Somers Point. Just another indication that not all sizeable summer flounder have headed offshore.
The Brutus Fluke Tournament is one of the popular contests each summer. The 25th renewal is Saturday.
Tournament organizer Walter Gregory reported it has categories for summer flounder, striped bass and bluefish, plus a junior division. The entry fee is $40. The Egg Harbor Township Elks Lodge 2563 and Somers Point AMVETS Post 911 are combining efforts on the tournament. It benefits local veterans and handicapped children, Gregory noted in a news release.
Go to Brutusboy6665@aol.com for details.
Here’s another indication that summer visitors are on their way.
The latest missive from Jim Hutchinson Sr. of the Beach Haven Charter Fishing Association described the Hot Tuna with Bob Gerkens as having caught three yellowfin tuna. The heaviest went 39.4 pounds.
And, oh, by the way, Hutchinson wrote that crew also tied into a 348.5-pound thresher shark.
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Contact Michael Shepherd: 609-350-0388 ShepOnFishing@yahoo.com | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/sports/local/fishing_boating/bonito-chub-mackerel-getting-caught-at-lumps-and-reefs-shep-on-fishing/article_1da0b176-0926-11ee-a707-2b3374c8152e.html | 2023-06-12T21:26:40 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/sports/local/fishing_boating/bonito-chub-mackerel-getting-caught-at-lumps-and-reefs-shep-on-fishing/article_1da0b176-0926-11ee-a707-2b3374c8152e.html |
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) - Sharp Shooters held a cookout over the weekend to help raise money for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.
It's a foundation whose goal is to find a cure for all children with cancer. Lemonade and hot plates of food acted as incentives for passers-by to donate to the cause.
The food came from volunteers of three teams that competed for the title of best barbeque chicken. Three guest judges, including our very own Alyssa Martin, Sami Roebuck, and another guest determined the winner.
Isaac Floyd holds the title this year for best barbeque chicken recipe.
“Childhood cancer is something nobody should ever go through,” Floyd said. “This lemonade stand organization was founded by a childhood cancer patient who was four at the time. And had neuroblastoma, which is a form of brian cancer. And, in her first lemonade stand she raised 2,000 dollars on her own. And since then, people have just carried on her tradition to make sure we end childhood cancer and that's why we're here today.”
This event is over a decade old and raised nearly $23,000 during its existence.
Madison Tackett has volunteered at the event since she was six years old.
“It's nice to come out here and support because it's such a good cause,” Tackett said. “You know, people, they drive by and they go about their day not thinking about stuff like this that devastated so many families. And, it's nice to come and raise money and do our part.”
Organizers raised $3,000 in the last two weeks for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. | https://www.wtva.com/news/local/cookout-held-to-raise-money-for-alexs-lemonade-stand-foundation/article_4c19609c-08c8-11ee-b148-83bd40ddd567.html | 2023-06-12T21:28:02 | 1 | https://www.wtva.com/news/local/cookout-held-to-raise-money-for-alexs-lemonade-stand-foundation/article_4c19609c-08c8-11ee-b148-83bd40ddd567.html |
OXFORD, Miss. (WTVA) — Three men face charges as a result of dozens of auto burglaries in Oxford.
The burglaries happened in May and early June near Anderson, Anchorage and Old Sardis roads, as well as Beanland Drive.
Dewayne Pegues, 19, of Oxford, faces 32 counts of auto burglary.
Javonteze Johnson, 21, of Oxford, faces 12 counts of auto burglary.
Demarcus Govan, 19, of Oxford, faces a single auto burglary count.
The arrests are separate, according to Police, but one investigation led to police solving the other two cases. | https://www.wtva.com/news/local/three-suspects-arrested-for-dozens-of-auto-burglaries-in-oxford/article_001a58f4-094a-11ee-a27a-3bf7ae6bba85.html | 2023-06-12T21:28:08 | 1 | https://www.wtva.com/news/local/three-suspects-arrested-for-dozens-of-auto-burglaries-in-oxford/article_001a58f4-094a-11ee-a27a-3bf7ae6bba85.html |
LARGO, Fla. — Former President Donald Trump returned Monday to the Sunshine State, greeted by supporters outside his Doral golf club 24 hours before he is set to face charges in an indictment related to alleged mishandling of classified documents.
While Miami becomes the latest American city to prepare to host the former president in a courtroom—and the crowds that come with it, Trump is urging his supporters to rally.
“See you in Miami on Tuesday!!!” Trump posted on the social media site Truth Social.
The latest indictment news has already rallied his supporters across the nation and here in the Tampa Bay area.
“The atmosphere when we opened up, from our regulars, was that it's just one more crazy step on the left to try anything to keep him from being the president,” said John Tatum, owner of Conservative Grounds, a coffee shop in Largo who caters to Republicans.
“It's across the country. It's not just here in Florida,” said Nikki Rye of the growing Trump support post-second indictment.
Conservative Grounds held their annual Trump “birthday bash” and flotilla over the weekend, where folks were spotted wearing "I Stand with Trump" shirts and decked out in other MAGA gear.
On Monday, they are waving flags "in solidarity."
“We're going to speak out, we're going to show our support for him,” said Megan Powers, a local college student. “People will be [in Miami]. I wouldn't be surprised if there are people from all over the country that go there.”
And as the former president mounts another campaign for the White House, experts are watching to see if Trump gets another post-indictment-boost and how it will impact the race for the 2024 GOP nomination. Trump’s campaign raised more than $12 million in the days following his indictment in New York.
“The real question comes down to will he be able to sustain his schedule of campaigning with the court dates he has to do," says 10 Tampa Bay Political Analyst Lars Hafner. "Will the money continue to flow? This is what we'll learn over the next several months.”
Trump’s arraignment is scheduled for 3 p.m. Tuesday. He’s facing 37 counts including willful retention of national defense information and conspiracy to obstruct justice.
You can read the full indictment, here. | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/pinellascounty/trump-supporters-indictment-florida/67-b6c508a0-1d5d-46eb-ba4e-e3de0564150e | 2023-06-12T21:33:55 | 0 | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/pinellascounty/trump-supporters-indictment-florida/67-b6c508a0-1d5d-46eb-ba4e-e3de0564150e |
AUBURNDALE, Fla. — A driver said he didn't see the train coming moments before the Amtrak passenger train crashed into his car Monday afternoon in Auburndale.
First responders reported to the train collision at around 2:45 p.m. on Burnham Circle and Old Lake Alfred Road. The man's car was heavily damaged, but he was not hurt.
Polk Fire Rescue checked him out at the scene and he refused medical treatment and transport. The driver briefly spoke with 10 Tampa Bay and said he recently got new glasses and was blindsided by the train.
The Amtrak train was traveling from New York to Miami, a spokesperson for the company said. There were no reported injuries to the 122 passengers onboard.
At this time, Amtrak is working with law enforcement to investigate the crash. | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/polkcounty/polk-train-car-crash-driver-survives/67-2a47710d-2bce-4d37-af9d-0dd6c23d8925 | 2023-06-12T21:34:01 | 0 | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/polkcounty/polk-train-car-crash-driver-survives/67-2a47710d-2bce-4d37-af9d-0dd6c23d8925 |
BLOOMINGTON — Increased demand to investigate reports of child abuse and neglect in the Bloomington-Normal area prompted a fast-track approach to hiring state workers on Monday.
Hundreds of applicants from across the region showed up at the DoubleTree by Hilton, 10 Brickyard Drive, Bloomington, for the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services' inaugural "On-the-Spot" hiring event. Organizers were looking to fill roughly 100 positions in the area, including child welfare specialists, child protection specialists, child welfare trainees and child protection trainees.
Jassen Strokosch, chief of staff for DCFS, said the event consolidated the steps needed to qualify for a job with the state agency.
"If you're a candidate, you just move from table to table with your paperwork," he said. "You get all those things knocked out, and at the end, you leave us some fingerprints and a background check being run and a conditional offer if you meet the qualifications."
The expedited hiring process reduces the turnaround time needed to make an employment offer by 80%, officials said.
Bilingual Spanish-speaking child protection specialists and child welfare specialists also remain in high demand.
Strokosch said there has been some uptick in the Bloomington-Normal area over the last year in terms of investigations, and more staff is needed in the agency to accommodate the workload and fill vacancies.
The agency could not immediately provide investigation totals for the area on Monday, but did provide statewide data for recent years. There have been 47,398 investigations since Jan. 1, a little under half of the 98,289 investigations conducted in the prior year.
Previous year totals were:
- 2021: 96,568
- 2020: 83,692
- 2019: 91,140
"One of the things that's unique about DCFS is our staffing levels go up and down depending on what kind of demand we have for services," Strokosch said. "If we have more investigations coming in, we need more staff and we adjust that in real time."
DCFS considers candidates who have a bachelor's or master's degree in human services, education, criminal justice, administration or law enforcement, Strokosch said.
He said the agency hosted a similar event in Rockford last week and had almost 200 applicants walk out with a job offer.
"I would have loved something like this, especially since it's different than a college recruitment event and is very targeted on those qualified people who live and work in and around this community," said Heather Tarczan, director of communications at Illinois DCFS. "It's a really unique opportunity to be a part of a innovative organization."
While DCFS oversees child welfare in Illinois, it does not do so alone. The state contracts with private organizations throughout the state that administer foster care and other child care services.
Monday's event targeted people to work for DCFS, but Strokosch said the agency could partner with those private sector organizations down the road to connect them with applicants.
"Normally, we're at hiring fairs and universities and in all of those we partner up with the private sector," Strokosch said. "We really see child welfare, whether you're at the state or private (level), all are part of the whole system, so we want to see them succeed as well."
Among the applicants was Aleisha Mack, from Joliet, who learned about the event on the state's employment opportunities web site and thought it would be worth trying out since she had been applying for some time but never received a call back.
Mack said she was able to work with DCFS staff one-on-one and receive detailed answers for questions about certain job positions and learn that she qualified for a higher position.
"I had a lot of anxiety on the way in but I got here, I saw a lot more people than I expected and it like the focus wasn't just on me and made me feel a little relieved," Mack said. "Even with the workers walking and everybody helping you, it made for a welcoming and comfortable process."
A full list of job openings is available online at dcfsjobs.illinois.gov. | https://pantagraph.com/news/local/business/employment/demand-drives-illinois-dcfs-hiring-event-in-bloomington/article_5643e826-0945-11ee-a82d-cb8120aca97c.html | 2023-06-12T21:34:25 | 1 | https://pantagraph.com/news/local/business/employment/demand-drives-illinois-dcfs-hiring-event-in-bloomington/article_5643e826-0945-11ee-a82d-cb8120aca97c.html |
CLINTON — Ever want to meet the Clinton nuclear plant inspectors? Your chance is coming soon.
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission will host an in-person open house from 5 to 6 p.m. June 14 at the Clinton City Hall Council Chambers, 118 W. Washington St. Attendees will have an opportunity to meet the inspectors who report to the plant every day and other staff, according to a spokesperson for the commission.
There's good news to discuss, too: The commission determined that the Clinton plant operated safely during 2022. The plant, operated by Constellation Energy Generation, remains under the commission's baseline level of oversight, which still entails thousands of hours of inspection each year.
Plant inspections are performed by two resident inspectors and other specialist inspectors from the commission's office in Lisle and headquarters in Rockville, Md.
Visitors walk through a corridor of quilt during the third annual Outdoor Quilt Show on Saturday at Lytle Park in Mattoon.
Cathy Hiser of Charleston, Chrissy Leitch of Mattoon, Evelyn Webb of Decatur, and Beth Covington of Mattoon look over a display of small quilts during the annual Outdoor Quilt Show on Saturday morning at Lytle Park in Mattoon.
Bloomington/Normal Modern Quilt Guild Membership Chair Noemi Bowers, at center, talks to Jan Booker of Charleston and Norma Himes of Mattoon about the guilds display of miniature quilts during the annual Outdoor Quilt Show on Saturday morning at Lytle Park in Mattoon.
Bloomington/Normal Modern Quilt Guild President Lisa Baermann, seated, takes viewers' choice nominations and raffle tickets from Debby Schoonover of Mattoon and Louise Duncan of Trowbridge during the annual Outdoor Quilt Show on Saturday morning at Lytle Park in Mattoon. The raffle was for the guild's 64-by-82-inch "Into the Light" quilt, seen behind them.
Jan Booker of Charleston talks about the adjacent student-made quilt during the annual Outdoor Quilt Show on Saturday morning at Lytle Park in Mattoon. Her son, Jason Booker, and his classmates at Mattoon's Columbian Elementary made this quilt for retiring teacher Jane Edgar in the early 1980s.
The Mattoon-based Prairie Stitchers and the Bloomington/Normal Modern Quilt Guild held their annual Outdoor Quilt Show on Saturday at Lytle Park in Mattoon.
Visitors walk through a corridor of quilt during the third annual Outdoor Quilt Show on Saturday at Lytle Park in Mattoon.
ROB STROUD, JG-TC
Cathy Hiser of Charleston, Chrissy Leitch of Mattoon, Evelyn Webb of Decatur, and Beth Covington of Mattoon look over a display of small quilts during the annual Outdoor Quilt Show on Saturday morning at Lytle Park in Mattoon.
ROB STROUD, JG-TC
Bloomington/Normal Modern Quilt Guild Membership Chair Noemi Bowers, at center, talks to Jan Booker of Charleston and Norma Himes of Mattoon about the guilds display of miniature quilts during the annual Outdoor Quilt Show on Saturday morning at Lytle Park in Mattoon.
ROB STROUD, JG-TC
Bloomington/Normal Modern Quilt Guild President Lisa Baermann, seated, takes viewers' choice nominations and raffle tickets from Debby Schoonover of Mattoon and Louise Duncan of Trowbridge during the annual Outdoor Quilt Show on Saturday morning at Lytle Park in Mattoon. The raffle was for the guild's 64-by-82-inch "Into the Light" quilt, seen behind them.
ROB STROUD, JG-TC
Jan Booker of Charleston talks about the adjacent student-made quilt during the annual Outdoor Quilt Show on Saturday morning at Lytle Park in Mattoon. Her son, Jason Booker, and his classmates at Mattoon's Columbian Elementary made this quilt for retiring teacher Jane Edgar in the early 1980s.
ROB STROUD, JG-TC
Contact Mateusz Janik at (309) 820-3234. Follow Mateusz on Twitter:@mjanik99 | https://pantagraph.com/news/local/meet-the-clinton-nuclear-plant-inspectors/article_6a251ad8-0952-11ee-a38d-933c74a1bbdc.html | 2023-06-12T21:34:31 | 1 | https://pantagraph.com/news/local/meet-the-clinton-nuclear-plant-inspectors/article_6a251ad8-0952-11ee-a38d-933c74a1bbdc.html |
PORTLAND, Ore. — A Multnomah County jury ruled that Pacific Power was negligent in the devastating 2020 Labor Day wildfires.
The jury returned its decision Monday, saying the utility was negligent, reckless and willful, and should be held financially liable for homes destroyed in the fires. The jury awarded more than $55 million, collectively, to 17 homeowners who sued PacifiCorp a month after the fires.
The jury also applied its liability finding to a larger class including the owners of nearly 2,500 properties damaged in the fires, which could push the price tag for damages to more than $1 billion.
There has been no official cause determined for the 2020 Labor Day fires that killed nine people, burned more than 1,875 square miles in Oregon and destroyed upward of 5,000 homes and structures. The blazes together were one of the worst natural disasters in Oregon history.
The trial lasted for seven weeks and was packed with witness testimony. Plaintiff's attorneys argued that Pacific Power started these wildfires and then the company destroyed the evidence. The defense argued that Pacific Power shouldn't be held liable for climate change, that other wildfires were to blame, and that preventative power shutoffs were rare at the time.
Pacific Power released a statement that said it plans to appeal the verdict. The Portland utility said in part:
"As a result of the historic and tragic wind event of Labor Day 2020, many of our fellow Oregonians suffered losses to their homes, businesses and communities. Regardless of the outcome, a trial will never fully restore what was lost. We are proud to have told the story of our incredible employees, who meet the call to service every day in support of our communities and customers and did so in the face of the preexisting, lightning caused Beachie Creek fire that roared into the Santiam Canyon causing widespread damage that weekend.
The company plans to pursue appeals, and we are confident we will prevail."
PacifiCorp, one of several utilities owned by billionaire Warren Buffett’s Omaha, Nebraska-based investment conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway, didn’t shut off power to its 600,000 customers during the windstorm over Labor Day weekend in 2020 despite warnings from then-Gov. Kate Brown’s chief-of-staff and top fire officials, plaintiffs alleged. Its lines have been implicated in multiple blazes, one of which started in its California service territory and burned into Oregon.
The jury returned 'yes' verdicts on most charges related to four wildfires in this case: the Santiam Canyon fire, the South Obenchain Fire, the Echo Mountain fire, and the 242 fire.
Pacific Power was frequently found liable by an 11-1 or 10-2 vote, according to documents read by a judge in court Monday morning.
This case could set precedent for power companies in the future, and their liability for wildfires when given notice of dangerous wind storms.
This is a developing story and may be updated with more details. | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/verdict-pacific-power-lawsuit-oregon-wildfires/283-dc48ea39-71c0-4020-9a75-aadebd19a3b7 | 2023-06-12T21:35:01 | 0 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/verdict-pacific-power-lawsuit-oregon-wildfires/283-dc48ea39-71c0-4020-9a75-aadebd19a3b7 |
VANCOUVER, Wash. — A 17-year-old boy was arrested after a person was shot during a large fight in the parking lot of a YMCA in Vancouver on Sunday night, police said. The shooting victim, a 21-year-old man, is expected to survive.
Witnesses told police that multiple shots were fired after a fight broke out between a group of people Sunday night in the parking lot of the Clark County Family YMCA, located at 11324 Northeast 51st Circle in Vancouver. Officers responded around 9:20 p.m. As they were arriving, the shooting victim was taken away in a private vehicle. Police said his injuries did not appear to be life-threatening.
With the help of SWAT, officers tracked down the person they determined to be the shooter at an apartment in the 4900 block of Northeast Plomondon Street, about four miles southwest of where the shooting occurred. He was taken into custody and booked at the Clark County juvenile detention center. He faces a charge of first-degree assault.
A 16-year-old boy was taken into custody at the scene. He had a gun but police said they didn't believe it was the one used in the shooting. He was booked into the juvenile detention center and faces a charge of second-degree unlawful possession of a firearm.
Vancouver police said the investigation is ongoing and they won't be releasing any more information at this time.
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SEATTLE — Over $370 million will be coming into Washington state as a result of an opioid settlement with four major companies.
Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced details around the settlement Monday morning, including that all 125 eligible local governments signed onto the resolution.
CVS will pay $110.7 million to Washington state over the next 10 years, Walgreens will send $120.3 million over the next 15 years, Teva will pay $90.8 million over the next 13 years and Allergan will pay $50 million over the next seven years.
Half of the money from the settlements will go to the eligible cities and counties, while the other half will go to the state. All money from the settlements must go toward opioid remediation.
“These resources are flowing to every corner of the state to address the Fentanyl crisis and improve treatment options,” Ferguson said. “This will save lives and make our communities safer.”
King County and its local governments will receive the largest amount from the settlements at $104.4 million. Pierce County ($48.8 million), Snohomish County ($47.3 million), Spokane County ($35.6 million) and Clark County ($27.1) million round out the top five counties receiving the most from the settlements.
Allergan will stop selling opioids for a decade and Teva will no longer be able to market opioids as part of the resolutions.
Download our free KING 5 app to stay up-to-date on news stories from across western Washington. | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/370-million-washington-state-opioid-settlements/281-6db27e79-95b2-4ebd-89a3-7dd3e3c27f27 | 2023-06-12T21:35:18 | 1 | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/370-million-washington-state-opioid-settlements/281-6db27e79-95b2-4ebd-89a3-7dd3e3c27f27 |
Fire crews are on the scene of a hazardous chemical leak at a commercial building in the 2000 block of Danieldale Road in Lancaster.
Texas Sky Ranger flew over the scene Monday afternoon where video shows employees outside of the building after being evacuated.
The initial call was for an ammonia leak, but the exact chemical that was leaked has not been confirmed.
According to a city spokesperson, 15 people were taken to area hospitals with 11 sent to Parkland in Dallas.
"As of right now, there is no update on their condition. We're not sure what they were taken to the hospital for. Conditions are just currently unknown," said City of Lancaster spokesperson Keaira English. "Again we don't know what chemical it might be. Again we're just calling it a hazardous material."
Grand Prairie, Cedar Hill, Ovilla and Glenn Heights responded to help at the scene.
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Bishop Michael Olson says claims he or the Fort Worth Diocese planted drugs at an Arlington monastery amid an ongoing fight with the nuns who live there are "false and baseless." A lawyer representing the nuns says the anonymously-sourced photos are "without merit."
Olson released an eight-minute video on YouTube on Sunday, June 11, (embedded below) addressing the ongoing controversy between the diocese and The Discalced Carmelite Nuns of Arlington.
The controversy began when the diocese said a nun at the monastery admitted to breaking her vow of chastity with a priest from another diocese. Since that time, the nuns have filed a lawsuit, claiming the Diocese of Fort Worth has abused its power and invaded their privacy by seizing and copying their electronic devices.
The bishop said Sunday he was told in April that Mother Teresa Agnes voluntarily admitted outside of confession that she had broken her vow of chastity and that the act was consensual. Olson said she repeatedly admitted to church officials she'd broken her vow and that he was present when she admitted it for a fifth time and that she freely identified to him the priest involved. Olson said the conversation with Teresa Agnes took place a day before she had a medical procedure and that she was clear and lucid and not under anesthesia and that claims to the contrary are false and untrue.
Following Mother Teresa Agens's admission, Olson said an investigation was launched which included an agreement to investigate the monastery's electronic devices.
"In fact, the electronics and phone were requested calmly and given freely by Mother Teresa Agnes for purposes of the internal inquiry into this matter that involved not only her but also as she alleges, a priest. Several days later canonical counsel for both the diocese and for Mother Theresa Agnes agreed on a framework to make a copy of the devices for the investigation. This was followed and the telephone and electronic devices were returned several weeks ago," Olson said.
Olson said claims that he or the diocese have further accessed Mother Teresa Agnes's phone accounts or are spying on the sisters and are privy to privileged communications between the sisters and their legal counsel are "baseless, ludicrous and not true."
FORT WORTH DIOCESE
The bishop also refuted claims that he or the diocese have covered up the alleged wrongdoing by the priest. He said the priest's superior and bishop have been notified of the allegation and that on the advice of the priest's own canonical counsel, he would neither confirm nor deny his involvement with the nun. Olson said the priest, whom he did not name publicly, is not currently assigned.
Olson then addressed photos released by the diocese on June 7 alleging drugs were present inside the Carmelite monastery. Olson said someone closely associated with the monastery came forward with information and evidence about illegal drug activity and the diocese shared that information with police.
"I want you to know that this evidence and information was immediately reported and turned over by the Diocese of Fort Worth to the Arlington Police Department which is responsible for investigating such matters in that jurisdiction," Olson said. "Claims that the Diocese of Fort Worth, or I as its bishop, planted these drugs are false and baseless."
Olson, lastly, reiterated that the matter with the nun is a pastoral and spiritual matter and called for the faithful to pray for a just, peaceful and merciful conclusion. He also asked for prayers for the nuns and novices in the monastery for their health and salvation.
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS LAUNCHED BY ARLINGTON POLICE
Last week the Arlington Police confirmed to NBC 5 they received a letter from a local law firm containing allegations of actions taken at the monastery and launched an investigation into the matter to determine if any crimes had occurred. Police said detectives were in the early stages of the investigation and didn't release anything further.
Matthew Bobo, the attorney representing the nuns, said of the investigation by police that, "no one -- not even a sitting Catholic bishop -- is above the law."
The diocese responded, telling NBC 5 that "attorney Bobo’s press release is yet another transparent attempt to spread baseless and outrageous accusations regarding Bishop Olson’s legitimate investigation of the Carmelite monastery. Attorney Bobo’s unilateral press releases are all designed to attempt to embarrass Bishop Olson and undermine his authority."
"To be clear, however, the diocese initiated and is in communication with the Arlington Police Department regarding serious concerns it has regarding the use of marijuana and edibles at the monastery, along with other issues that the diocese will address at another time and in a proper forum. The attached photographs were provided by a confidential informant within the monastery," the diocese said.
Bobo responded on Thursday that the photos released by the diocese were a low-level public relations stunt that is attempting to deflect attention away from the criminal investigation.
"The absolutely ridiculous allegations by the diocese including anonymously-sourced photos that could have easily been staged and doctored by anyone, and from anywhere, are without merit," Bobo said.
LETTER TO THE CARMELITE AUXILIARY
On June 9, Bobo shared with NBC 5 a letter that appears to have been sent the day before from Olson to the president of the Carmelite auxiliary. In the letter, Olson said she was "complicit in their [the nuns'] rebellious disobedience" after she sent an email on May 15 to auxiliary members seeking donations to help cover the legal fees in the monastery's ongoing lawsuit against the diocese.
Olson said the letter undermined his pastoral office and enabled continued disobedience in the matter and asked that the request for donations be rescinded.
"I am respectfully asking you to rescind this invitation and to cease all efforts to raise funds for the pursuit of this lawsuit. I ask that you copy me on the email by which you rescind this invitation," Olson wrote. "Please know of my prayers for you and the Auxiliary and of my ongoing respect, love, and esteem for the sisters who suffer because of this situation brought about by their former prioress."
Olson did not address his letter to the auxiliary in his video message released on June 11. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/fort-worth-bishop-says-claims-he-or-the-diocese-planted-drugs-at-arlington-monastery-are-false-baseless/3275758/ | 2023-06-12T21:42:17 | 1 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/fort-worth-bishop-says-claims-he-or-the-diocese-planted-drugs-at-arlington-monastery-are-false-baseless/3275758/ |
Interior Secretary cancels plans at Chaco Canyon after opponents of drilling ban block roads
Opponents of a plan to halt oil and gas drilling near Chaco Canyon blocked roads leading to the site on Sunday and forced a disappointed Interior Secretary Deb Haaland to cancel a planned event and address the situation in Albuquerque.
Haaland had planned to deliver a speech at the Chaco Canyon National Historical Park celebrating the Biden administration's decision to halt new mineral extraction in a 10-mile buffer around the park. Instead, she spoke briefly in Albuquerque on the history of the Navajo and Pueblo relationship and expressed her disappointment about what had transpired earlier that day outside of Chaco Canyon.
“This morning was not ideal,” Haaland said in her recorded statement. “That’s the nicest thing I can say. To see any road into our national parks, or to our public lands blocked was heartbreaking because our public lands belong to all Americans.”
Earlier this month Haaland announced a withdrawal of more than 336,400 acres of public land, pausing new oil and gas leasing and new mining claims in a 10-mile radius around the park for the next 20 years. It was a welcome move for environmentalists, local grassroots groups against oil and gas drilling, as well as both Pueblo and Navajo tribal members.
But it was also met with backlash from Navajo Nation leadership and Navajo allotment owners, who were angered by the potential loss of income. Allotment owners and other leaders joined to block the road Sunday that led to the site of Haaland's planned speech.
In social media posts, videos showed tense moments between Navajo allotment owners against the buffer zone and Navajo individuals in support of the buffer zone. Signs that read “No Trespassing on Allottee Land,” “Navajo Land,” “Go Home,” “Dept of Interior Haaland Never Met with Navajo Allottees,” “This is God Country,” and anti-Pueblo signs were held up by allottees as they met with anyone trying to get to the park's visitor's center.
“We thought her visit was way too soon,” said Ervin Chavez, Nageezi Chapter President. “We had probably around 100 allottees that gathered at the north entrance of the park to protest. We even talked about putting up a blockage. I realize that some of those Pueblo and people from outside were upset, but enough is enough. Deb Haaland has pushed us to this point.”
For as far back as 2019, tribal, federal and state leaders have discussed a 10-mile buffer zone around Chaco Canyon. Navajo Nation leaders instead suggested cutting the 10-mile buffer zone in half to 5 miles, which allottees also weren’t pleased with. Navajo leaders had passed legislation supporting the switch.
Demonstrations have occurred before between Navajo allottees and then-Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez, who was in support of a buffer. When Haaland visited Chaco Canyon in 2019, allottees were also in attendance to express their opposition to Haaland and Nez’s stance on a buffer, but nothing occurred as extreme as what happened on Sunday.
A 'peaceful protest' and roadblock
“I was actually the first car met by the blockade created by allottees,” said Janene Yazzie of NDN Collective and a supporter of the buffer. “When we showed up, they seemed unsure on how to do it. They told me to turn around and go home. I told them I’m a Diné and I deserve to be here. They started telling me this isn’t my home and I don't belong there, this is their land, and Pueblos need to stay in their own homes. They were mistaking me as Pueblo. It got really ugly.”
Describing the scene, Yazzie said a lot of the community organizers were at the visitor's center, while she and others were at the front lines of what she said was a hostile situation. Yazzie said they were trying to keep things calm and keep the confusion from escalating because there were Pueblo tribal members, state representatives and other Navajo supporters trying to attend the event.
“The whole time we were down there facing the blockaders, who say they were peaceful, but were saying horrible things, there was only one Navajo police officer there,” said Yazzie. “This whole time at the visitor center, where there was no protest going on, there were nine Navajo cops there and none of them came down until a whole two hours later when we were facing very angry allottees.”
Even though Haaland thanked the Navajo police in her posted statement for their work to keep people safe at the protest, Yazzie said being in the middle of the protest with the lack of police presence led her to believe they weren’t protecting anyone.
At one point, she said allottees were getting violent and spoke loudly in front of an officer about shooting cars and car tires if people didn’t leave. She said she questioned the Navajo police on whether it was their job to help block the road to Chaco Canyon and protect allottees, but officers told her they were neutral and it was a jurisdictional issue.
On social media Sunday, Navajo Nation Police advised visitors heading to Chaco Canyon to postpone visits due to protests.
“I would say it was a peaceful protest and peaceful blockage of the road,” said Chavez. “Overall, it was very successful.”
Navajo president did not attend the protest
President Buu Nygren sent out a statement reiterating his disagreement with Haaland’s recent action to withdraw lands. He said concerns over the land withdrawal were ignored.
“The Department of the Interior continues to disrespect the Navajo Nation by hosting a celebration,” he said. “The financial and economic losses that are impacting many Navajo families as a result of the secretary’s recent land withdrawal are nothing to celebrate.”
Neither the president nor Speaker Crystalyne Curley were present at the protest, which Yazzie said Nygren had called for. In a Fox News article published June 10, Nygren said he asked Navajo Nation Attorney General Ethel Branch to look into all avenues when it comes to legal action against Haaland and the Department of Interior. Nygren said allottees were planning a “peaceful protest,” and that he was planning to protest Haaland’s visit to Chaco Canyon. He said he was getting calls to block her from tribal roads.
“He called for this protest,” said Yazzie. “They really believed he was at another entrance protesting, and so I believed that for a long time and it turned out he was nowhere near the event. He called for this, he ceded that hatred. He ceded that information. Then he didn't show up for his own people that he called out there to take the stand. A real leader should’ve been out there.”
Nygren's communication director Donovan Quintero emailed a statement to The Arizona Republic to clarify that Nygren did not call for the protest, and that, in Nygren's understanding, it was coordinated by Navajo allottees. He also clarified that Nygren did not say he would attend any protest relating to Chaco Canyon.
"Self-determination is the key to exercising Navajo sovereignty," Nygren said in a statement. "It empowers the Nation to continue to move forward, to make decisions that align with Navajo values and beliefs. It is through self-determination that the Navajo people can preserve our culture, our language, and our way of life for generations to come."
The president continues to foster good relationships with key allies at the federal level, such as the Department of the Interior Secretary Deb Haaland, Quintero said, even when tribal sovereignty is undermined by decisions that affect tens of thousands of Navajo allottees in the Eastern Navajo Agency. Nygren has not spoken with Haaland since her announcement, Quintero said.
'It's time we start voting red'
In April, Navajo lawmakers passed legislation at the Naabikiyati committee level rescinding the 5-mile buffer zone that was passed and opposing any buffer zone and land withdrawal. In a statement after Haaland’s announcement of the 10-mile buffer zone, Curley, the Navajo speaker, said previous Navajo leadership attempted to compromise by proposing the 5-mile buffer as opposed to 10 miles, “but our voices were not heard.”
“She (Haaland) is basically laughing at Navajo,” said Chavez about Haaland’s announcement after the legislation passed. “She has no respect. Today, I spoke to the group and said ‘Hey, it’s time we start voting red.’ You have a New Mexico delegation that’s all Democrats and they have turned their back on us and are stabbing us in the back.”
Although the ban is reported to have no effect on current Navajo leases, which many Native people, including Navajos with allotted land in the area, depend upon for income, Chavez claimed that isn't true and that the ramifications will be great for allottees.
The withdrawal of land is reported to affect 53 individual allotments, generating $6.2 million a year in royalties for some 5,462 allottees. Many Navajo families rely on this income to meet their daily needs. It is estimated that 418 unleased allotments are also associated with about 16,615 allottees, and the withdrawal could adversely affect well over 22,000 allottees.
“I realized that Lujan is stuck on this opinion; it does not impact allottees,” said Chavez, speaking of U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M. “But yes, it does. When you start to isolate allotment lands as single islands there’s no oil company out there that will risk sinking in an investment just to get to an allotment land if they can't utilize state land to transport oil out.”
Chavez also believes the oil and gas protection is only an excuse and that history is repeating itself with this buffer zone. He said since Haaland is Laguna Pueblo, some people refer to the issue as the “Deb Haaland Laguna Acoma Land Grab,” and another term is “Haaland Freeze.”
“What we are saying to allottees before you know it we’ll have another Hopi vs. Navajo in eastern Navajo, because with Hopi a lot of people were forced out and put into Newlands (Sanders),” said Chavez. “When we explained, this council is now realizing it and supporting allottees."
Yazzie said claims about Haaland's involvement were misinformation encouraged by Navajo Nation leadership and oil and gas companies, and it’s causing a dangerous divisiveness among Navajo and Pueblo. She said nothing in this moratorium affects allottees' right to develop their land.
“They’re using misinformation and telling allottees that they can do no more new leases because they can't drill horizontally through federal and therefore all leases are going to stop that benefit allottees,” said Yazzie. “And somewhere in there they say it's woven in that this is another land grab and this is going to be taken and given to the Pueblos.”
She said the information has been heard over the past two weeks or more on the radio, which is still a major way of getting information for tribal members. She said poor Navajo Nation leadership is at blame here, and her heart breaks for the misinformation that allottees are getting from leadership.
“The goal and necessary step forward is to build Diné and Pueblo solidarity,” said Yazzie. “As ugly as the hate was that we were faced with underneath it all was fear. Fear that was being planted by misinformation, confusion and poor leadership. They (allottees) don't deserve that. They don't deserve to have their poverty weaponized against them and have their lack of access to information weaponized against them, to use them as pawns for oil and gas interests and tribal leaders that support that.”
The Republic reached out to Curley to ask why she wasn't in attendance, as well as other questions, but she did not respond to inquires.
Arlyssa Becenti covers Indigenous affairs for The Arizona Republic and azcentral. Send ideas and tips to arlyssa.becenti@arizonarepublic.com.
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Gilbert police search for fugitive following SWAT standoff at Gilbert home
The Gilbert Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating a Minnesota fugitive who was last seen at a Gilbert residence Sunday evening following a standoff.
Paris Dushawn Drake Greer, 33, has been wanted in Minnesota since March 19 for charges related to robbery.
On Sunday evening, Gilbert police officers said they responded to a request for a welfare check at a residence near Lindsay and Germann roads after the caller alleged Drake Greer had threatened an individual inside the home with a firearm.
When officers arrived, witnesses exited the home and confirmed that Drake Greer was still on the scene. Negotiators attempted to make contact with Drake Greer which was unsuccessful, police said.
Gilbert Police Department's SWAT team executed a search warrant on the home and were unable to locate Drake Greer after a complete search of the property.
Drake Greer is wanted in connection to this investigation and has an out-of-state warrant. He is considered to be armed and dangerous, police said.
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A home cook from Southern Maine has made it onto the cooking reality show MasterChef.
Nina Bell of Woolwich loves foraging for ingredients. She recently auditioned for MasterChef United Tastes of America and received rave reviews from the judges for her Chinese dumplings with venison meat. That dish earned her a coveted apron and a spot on the show.
"I hunt. I have friends who are hunters and I always end up with random ground meat in the bottom of my freezer like so many others," said Nina Bell. "Dumplings are so forgiving and as long as you add the right ratio of spices and things you can put moose in there, you can put bear in there or venison and it's all going to taste good."
MasterChef airs on Fox Wednesdays at 8 p.m. | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/maine-cook-makes-it-onto-masterchef/article_fd709d00-0937-11ee-b02a-a75f782c1e2f.html | 2023-06-12T21:45:48 | 1 | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/maine-cook-makes-it-onto-masterchef/article_fd709d00-0937-11ee-b02a-a75f782c1e2f.html |
The once dormant Oceanarium in Bar Harbor is back in operation and it is welcoming visitors from both near and far.
"It's an amazing place for the community. We've had such support in opening and the kids just love it," said Meghann Harris, operations & community relations manager at the Oceanarium.
Students are getting their hands wet as they explore all the sea creatures inside this 6,500 gallon touch tank at the newly re-opened oceanarium in Bar Harbor.
"We're situated right on the marsh. There's lots of physical science to learn about and enjoy but also a sense of science literacy and an understanding of what's happening along the shore and humans interaction with it," explained Jeff Cummings, the executive director of the Oceanarium.
There are crabs and sea stars, scallops and even a jelly fish tank that will soon be home to a few jellyfish. Visitors who stop by will also get the opportunity to meet three very unique lobsters, Tangerine, who is orange or a tangerine color, Blueberry, and a Calico lobster named Hobbs.
There's another building on site that serves as the Oceanarium's Museum which has the skeleton of a juvenile humpback whale on display as well as ocean-themed artwork.
"One artist Connor O'Brien has done a sea glass collection, and he has collected over 10 years only in the confines of Bar Harbor sea glass and pottery, and put it together so beautifully," explained Harris.
Debbie Alvarez recently stopped by while visiting the Maine coast.
"Someone recommended this place really highly so we came to this place to explore," said Alvarez.
Guests says swinging by this destination while visiting Bar Harbor is well worth the trip.
The Oceanarium is currently open Wed-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. On June 21, the Oceanarium will be open seven days a week 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/oceanarium-reopens-on-the-coast/article_5900d4ae-0948-11ee-bbe8-d77fd387a919.html | 2023-06-12T21:45:54 | 1 | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/oceanarium-reopens-on-the-coast/article_5900d4ae-0948-11ee-bbe8-d77fd387a919.html |
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Protesters block Chaco Canyon road, forcing Haaland to cancel event
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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Members at Watauga Avenue Presbyterian Church have spent four years building and nurturing a pollinator garden in a small plot of city-owned land next to the church. The quiet, welcoming spot for the small church’s members and the nearby community features native plants like milkweed and coneflower that attract a variety of bees and butterflies from spring through fall.
“People are drawn to the colorful and dynamic features that are found in our garden there,” Rev. Brandon Davis, the church’s pastor, told News Channel 11 Monday. “And our church is really drawn into it because we love to work for a mission that we’re passionate about.”
While the garden is a result of four years of continuous work and care, one of its centerpieces probably took just a few seconds for vandals to topple sometime Friday night or early Saturday morning. The heavy piece of statuary, which Davis thinks will take four people to lift back to its place — with a piece or two broken off from the fall — should be put back.
“We are actively working on ways in which we can repair the statue and set it back up in a way in which it will still be a focal point for the garden there,” Davis said Monday as a couple volunteers from the congregation’s “Green Team” committee checked out the damage and talked about repairs.
“It was actually a community member who alerted us to this,” Davis said “Throughout the day, you’ll see multiple people take a stop, take a pause, take a moment to just walk through the path in the middle of the garden there.”
The vandalism spurred sadness and initial anger on the part of at least some of the small congregation’s members who have put so much time into cultivating a space the community can enjoy. But Davis said members have decided the best weapon they can use to right the wrong is prayer and forgiveness.
“I think in times where something happens to a group of people, it’s easy for us to want to punish, but we’re going to be gathering on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. to take a moment and pray over this space,” Davis said.
“Pray over the life-giving ministry that people have poured their time and effort into with the garden and to pray for forgiveness — that we can be the type of church that is forgiving in times when it might not be easy to forgive.”
The community is invited to the prayer service, as it is to learn about Watauga Avenue’s deep commitment to environmental stewardship rooted in faith. The church is one of the only, if not the only, local congregation to be a member of the Greenfaith global network.
“This green team has a focus and mission on stewardship, creation care, and sustainability,” Davis said. “We have these grand plans for way off in the future of converting to solar and things like that, but in the short term, what they felt was really a good idea was to start this garden.”
The church’s Green Team will also have a booth at August’s Meet the Mountains festival at Winged Deer Park, where they plan to tell people about their mission and distribute seed packets. They’ve also given away tomato and pepper plants to people in Watauga’s immediate neighborhood. | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/church-grace-our-reaction-to-toppled-garden-statue/ | 2023-06-12T21:46:35 | 1 | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/church-grace-our-reaction-to-toppled-garden-statue/ |
MITCHELL — A Sioux Falls cannabis company seeking to open a medical marijuana dispensary on Mitchell’s Main Street faced its first setback on Monday.
The city’s Planning and Zoning Commission denied the conditional use permit for the proposed downtown dispensary in a 3-2 vote during Monday’s meeting. The vote to deny the permit came after a California native who recently moved to Mitchell to lead renovation projects at several large Main Street buildings spoke out against the dispensary location.
Don Dahl, a contractor leading renovation projects at the former Crafty Fox and Woolworth buildings on Main Street, urged against the proposed 100 N. Main St. dispensary location over concerns it could have a negative impact on the city’s mission to revitalize downtown Mitchell. Dahl went on to call medical cannabis dispensaries “legalized drug dealers” that bring strong marijuana odors to the areas they occupy.
Dahl works for John Adamo, the California developer who purchased the former Woolworth and Crafty Fox buildings to renovate the historic Main Street properties.
“The dispensary issues are uncontrollable, and it brings an element into society that is not conducive, I believe, to what the city is planning to do with Main Street,” Dahl said. “One thing I know that attracted me and Mr. Adamo was the city showed great compassion to restore Main Street to its original glory and bring life back into town.”
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The company pursuing the conditional use permit opened Sioux Falls’ first cannabis dispensary called the Flower Shop in September 2022 on West 49th Street. The dispensary is planning to operate under the same Flower Shop name in Mitchell.
The Main Street building where the Flower Shop is eyeing to operate houses the Rusted Wing gift shop, which recently announced its closing the business.
Peter Dikun, owner of Flower Shop in Sioux Falls, emphasized the dispensary implements “strict odor control plans” to reduce the smell of marijuana aroma emitting from its Sioux Falls storefront, which would be put in place at the Mitchell location, if approved.
“We run one in Sioux Falls, and there is no issues with the smell. I think that location is perfect for that because it’s zoned correctly. There is no daycares or churches near,” Dikun said of the 100 N. Main St. building, which he noted would be renovated for the dispensary.
As a former California resident, Dahl explained his personal experience with dispensary odors. He also said medical marijuana led to a family member’s decline in academic performance.
“Things in California are so bad that the wife and I can’t really go have dinner downtown at outdoor seating places because the smell and drug abuse has gotten so bad,” Dahl said.
Commission members Kevin Genzlinger, Jay Larson and Larry Jirsa voted against the conditional use permit. Jacob Sonne and Jon Osterloo were the commission members who voted in favor of the permit.
The Mitchell City Council, sitting as Board of Adjustment, will ultimately decide the fate of the conditional use permit at its next meeting on June 20. The Planning Commission’s vote is a recommendation for the council to consider when it comes to vote.
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A number of prospective businesses have secured medical cannabis dispensary licenses in Mitchell, but one — Superior Buds — has opened at 1005 E. Spruce Street in a strip mall building. Other Mitchell dispensaries appear to be inching closer to opening for business.
The city has a cap on medical cannabis dispensary licenses, which allows for a maximum of five operating at once. There were five dispensary licenses accounted for as of 2022, but the efforts from the Flower Shop revealed one of the licenses has been freed up.
City Planner Mark Jenniges said during Monday’s meeting that BesaMe Wellness’ dispensary license was freed up. BesaMe Wellness was planning to operate a cultivation facility and dispensary inside the former Runnings building, located along South Burr Street.
It’s unclear why the dispensary license held by BesaMe Wellness was freed up. As of now, there are four dispensary licenses secured in Mitchell. | https://www.mitchellrepublic.com/news/local/permit-denied-for-proposed-mitchell-main-street-cannabis-dispensary-after-california-native-voices-concerns | 2023-06-12T21:46:43 | 1 | https://www.mitchellrepublic.com/news/local/permit-denied-for-proposed-mitchell-main-street-cannabis-dispensary-after-california-native-voices-concerns |
FOREST HILL, Md. — The Harford County community is mourning the tragic loss of a teacher.
Courtney Beth Glock, 35, was killed in a car crash in Forest Hill Saturday night.
The Sheriff's Office said Glock was driving on Walters Mill Road when she lost control and struck a guard rail.
Her car then overturned and caught fire, leaving her deceased.
Glock was a special education teacher at Joppatowne Elementary School.
The school shared the devastating news in a letter to students, family and staff.
"Ms. Glock’s passing has affected all of us very deeply. We must now focus our concern on the well-being of our students and staff as they learn to cope with this tragic loss. The students and staff will react in different ways to the death of one of our school community members. We should expect and try to understand that there will be a variety of emotions and responses to what has occurred. The most important thing we can do is to be supportive and encourage an open expression of feelings."
Additionally the school said it's implemented a plan to help students heal.
"Our teachers and counselors have been briefed on our plans and have received guidelines for discussing death and reactions to it. A Crisis Team is made available to students and staff who need support in coping with this tragedy through speaking with school counselors, school psychologists, and social workers. We will try to maintain as normal a routine and structure as the situation and people allow, and we encourage you to do the same."
As for the crash investigation, detectives are still working to determine the cause. | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/car-crash-claims-life-of-harford-county-special-education-teacher | 2023-06-12T21:50:11 | 0 | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/car-crash-claims-life-of-harford-county-special-education-teacher |
BALTIMORE — A Hip Hop Fish & Chicken restaurant in north Baltimore has been closed by the city health department due to "unsanitary conditions," including rodents and insects.
⛔️FACILITY CLOSURE⛔️
— B'more City Health (@BMore_Healthy) June 12, 2023
June 12, 2023
Name: HIP HOP FISH AND CHICKEN
Address: 1407 E. COLD SPRING LN., 21239
District: 03
Reason for Closure: UNSANITARY CONDITIONS, RODENT AND INSECT INFESTATION
Inspector: 1321
FACILITY MUST CORRECT ALL VIOLATIONS AND PASS REINSPECTION
The health department said the business, on East Cold Spring Lane at Loch Raven Boulevard, was shut down today and must pass re-inspection to reopen.
Hip Hop Fish & Chicken has 22 restaurants in the Baltimore area, as well as several in the D.C. area.
The restaurant is just down the street from Lidl supermarket, which was also shut down by the health department for rodents in May. | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/hip-hop-fish-chicken-location-closed-for-unsanitary-conditions | 2023-06-12T21:50:17 | 0 | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/hip-hop-fish-chicken-location-closed-for-unsanitary-conditions |
ORLANDO, FL (Ivanhoe Newswire) — As prices for goods and services have skyrocketed over the past few years, should you also tip more? And who should you tip? The answer is different depending on who you ask, but it seems lately, no matter what you do or where you go, you’re asked if you would like to leave a tip.
Where do tipping experts say to leave some appreciation for a job well done? Aim for 20 dollars per person for movers or home deliveries like furniture and appliance. For mail carriers, no tip is acceptable for individual deliveries, but a small holiday gift under 50 dollars is okay.
Tip five to 20 dollars for amazon deliveries only if the package is large. For nail technicians, restaurant takeout, food delivery, and dog sitters, aim for at least a 10 percent tip. At least 15 percent for dine-in restaurants, massage therapists, hair stylists, uber drivers, and house cleaners is considered proper educate.
Bartenders should get two dollars per drink or at least 10 percent of the bill. Baristas should be tipped one dollar per drink. For hotel workers, tip one to three dollars per night and five dollars for any extra services.
If you don’t have cash on hand you can use payment apps such a Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, Apple Pay, and PayPal. Beware though, before you tip, check the bill. A growing number of businesses and restaurants are incorporating a service charge into the check. | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/tips-on-tipping-who-when-and-how-much | 2023-06-12T21:50:23 | 0 | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/tips-on-tipping-who-when-and-how-much |
ALAMEDA COUNTY, Calif. — Two people wanted in the death of a Manteca woman are dead after a chase and fiery crash in Alameda County early Monday.
It all started with a carjacking in Oakland on Sunday. According to the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office, a 2007 gray Toyota Camry was stolen in the city of Oakland.
Then, around 10 p.m., Manteca police responded to reports of a shooting around the 1300 block of West Yosemite Avenue.
A woman was shot and died at the scene, her family identified her to ABC10 as Ashley Waters. They said she was waiting for her boyfriend to get off work at the time of the shooting.
The Alameda County Sheriff’s Office said deputies were involved in a chase with the Camry around 1:45 a.m. in Hayward.
A news release said deputies found the vehicle as it was going north on Interstate 880 near the Interstate 238 junction. Deputies tried to stop the car, but the driver kept going.
The driver went off the highway and started driving through the city of San Leandro, at which time the San Leandro Police Department put down a tire deflation device to stop the car.
The sheriff’s office said the driver tried to go around it and ended up colliding head-on with a tree.
Two men in the front of the vehicle were unresponsive and deputies couldn’t pull them out before the vehicle caught fire. A 14-year-old girl in the back was rescued by deputies.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A Sacramento Mexican restaurant must pay out $140,000 to employees in back wages and damages after hiring a priest to hear employees’ confessions during work hours.
It comes after an investigation by the Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division after Taqueria Garibaldi employees alleged violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Employees said the restaurants were denying employees overtime pay after they worked more than 40 hours in a work week.
The Department of Labor also found the employer paid managers from the employee tip pool illegally, threatened employees and immigration consequences, and fired a worker they believed complained to the department.
During litigation in federal court, an employee of Che Garibaldi Inc. testified that the restaurant brought in someone who identified as a priest to hear confessions during work hours. The employee said the person told workers to “get the sins out” and confess if they’d stolen from the employer, been late for work or had bad intentions for their employer.
The Department of Labor says the employer agreed to a consent judgment, which ordered Che Garibaldi and its owners and operators to pay $140,000 in back wages and damages to 35 employees.
“Under oath, an employee of Taqueria Garibaldi explained how the restaurant offered a supposed priest to hear their workplace ‘sins’ while other employees reported that a manager falsely claimed that immigration issues would be raised by the department’s investigation,” said Regional Solicitor of Labor Marc Pilotin in San Francisco. “This employer’s despicable attempts to retaliate against employees were intended to silence workers, obstruct an investigation and prevent the recovery of unpaid wages.”
The restaurant and its owners must also pay the department $5,000 in civil money penalties. | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/taqueria-garibaldi-back-wages/103-6a92d6fc-7968-4611-888a-ddb4c3cd817c | 2023-06-12T21:52:34 | 0 | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/taqueria-garibaldi-back-wages/103-6a92d6fc-7968-4611-888a-ddb4c3cd817c |
PORTAGE — The Greater Portage Chamber of Commerce hosts its 40th annual Spring Swing on Friday at River Pointe Country Club, 6700 Country Club Road, Hobart.
The outing is open to Portage Chamber members and the public.
It opens with a continental breakfast at 9 a.m., with a shotgun start at 10.
Lunch is served on the turn.
Awards and dinner, provided by River Pointe Country Club, are at 3 p.m.
Registration is $145 a person, $550 for a foursome; sign up at portageinchamber.com.
The cost includes green fees, golf carts, practice balls on the driving range, the continental breakfast, lunch, two drink tickets and dinner.
Prizes will be awarded for first-, second- and third-place teams in each flight; closest to the pin; longest drive; and longest putt.
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A 40-year-old Kenosha man accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting a young child is facing numerous criminal charges.
Anthony J. Sconzert was charged Monday in Kenosha County Circuit Court with over a dozen felonies including three counts of first-degree sexual assault of a child under 12, five counts of exposing himself to a child, one count of threats to injure or accuse of a crime and possession of narcotic drugs, among other serious charges.
Sconzert made his initial appearance at Intake Court Monday afternoon where Court Commissioner Loren Keating imposed a $100,000 cash bond. He has been in custody since Friday.
Kenosha Police arrested Sconzert Friday evening at his residence in the 5100 block of Eighth Avenue, according to the criminal complaint. When the residence was searched investigators also reportedly found a pill that tested positive for fentanyl.
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Prosecutors are recommending that Sconzert be placed on lifetime supervision based on the serious offenses.
A preliminary hearing is set for June 22. | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/crime-courts/kenosha-man-charged-with-repeatedly-sexually-assaulting-young-child-other-felonies/article_ee3103b2-0959-11ee-8318-4b4b99ff5890.html | 2023-06-12T22:01:44 | 1 | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/crime-courts/kenosha-man-charged-with-repeatedly-sexually-assaulting-young-child-other-felonies/article_ee3103b2-0959-11ee-8318-4b4b99ff5890.html |
Kenosha Community Health Center announced the appointment on Monday of Dr. Tim Sanborn, MD, MS, as chief clinical officer.
“We are thrilled Dr. Tim Sanborn has joined our team, bringing decades of clinical and administrative experience to strategically grow our services and ensure the highest quality of care.," said Mary Ouimet, CEO of Kenosha Community Health Center.
In his new role, Sanborn will oversee the clinical operations at center, working closely with medical staff to ensure the provision of comprehensive and compassionate care to all patients. His strategic guidance and extensive experience will further strengthen KCHC’s commitment to promoting the health and well-being of the community.
“The Kenosha Community Health Center and Pillar Health are striving to provide patient centered, integrated medical, dental, and behavioral health services with excellence in access, quality, and service in the communities within our scope in Kenosha, Racine, and Walworth counties. I am excited to be part of a team that brings comprehensive care to all, Sanborn said.
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He will be based at the Pillar Health Clinic, located at 4006 Washington Road in Kenosha.
Sanborn has accumulated more than four decades of experience in the healthcare industry.
He served as the director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at New York-Presbyterian Hospital-Cornell Medical Center, New York, from 1991 to 2000, where he made significant contributions to the field of cardiology.
He then served as the head of the Division of Cardiology and Vice Chairman of the Department of Medicine at NorthShore University Health System, Evanston, Ill., from 2000 to 2018. His most recent engagement was as the medical director and chairman of the Cardiothoracic Department at Froedtert South in Kenosha, from 2018 to 2022.
Sanborn holds several academic appointments at renowned institutions. His contributions include to the programs at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Boston University School of Medicine, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Cornell University Medical College, Northwestern University, University of Chicago, and the Medical College of Wisconsin.
His extensive portfolio includes over 400 peer-reviewed publications in the cardiology and public health literature.
Kenosha Community Health Center is a nonprofit healthcare organization dedicated to providing accessible and comprehensive healthcare services to individuals and families in the Kenosha community. With a team of healthcare professionals and a network of clinics, KCHC delivers high-quality primary and preventive care, dental services, behavioral health services, and more.
For more information, visit www.kenoshachc.org. | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/kenosha-community-health-center-announces-dr-tim-sanborn-as-chief-clinical-officer/article_94660ab6-0937-11ee-8f80-0fa2303d2ec2.html | 2023-06-12T22:01:50 | 0 | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/kenosha-community-health-center-announces-dr-tim-sanborn-as-chief-clinical-officer/article_94660ab6-0937-11ee-8f80-0fa2303d2ec2.html |
How much will Salisbury's property tax rate increase? Here's what's on table.
After a bevy of meetings and work sessions to finalize the FY24 budget, the Salisbury City Council is on the verge of approving a potentially controversial budget ordinance.
The most recent special session on Monday, June 3, dealt with anticipated property tax and water and sewer rate increases. The proposed budget also includes additional spending in response to nationwide inflation, employee retention efforts and what has been considered a lack of financial support by Wicomico County itself.
The final budget will be approved at the regular legislative session on Monday, June 12.
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What the constant yield rate could be
According to a formal memorandum by City Manager Andy Kitzrow, the revised budget proposes a 5% real property tax increase, down from an originally proposed 10% increase. Water and sewer rates are slated to see a 10% increase, down from the initially proposed 12%.
The $3.51 per $100 of assessed valuation for all personal property categorized as utilities, and at $2.40 per $100 of assessed valuation for all other personal property subject to taxation by the city of Salisbury is for General Fund purposes, including debt service purposes.
A proposed Fire and Life Safety Fee has been scrapped, and a 2% reduction in city employee salary increases has also been introduced
The tentative FY24 budget will see a reduction of $1.1 million in essential items. These cut items include ballistic vests for the city fire department and four additional Salisbury Police patrol vehicles worth $407,000.
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What does the budget mean for water and sewer rates?
The proposed increase of 10% represents a Residential and Small Commercial set of rates with a $28.27 minimum quarter charge, and a $4.22 commodity charge per 1,000 gallons.
Commercial rates include a $529 minimum quarter charge with a $2.45 commodity fee per 1,000 gallons.
Finally, large commercial and industrial water rates will have a $817.55 minimum quarter charge with a $1.96 commodity charge per 1,000 gallons.
Sewer rates for Residential and Small Commercial would carry a minimum charge of $69.82 per quarter and a commodity charge of $10.47 per thousand gallons.
Commercial customer charges would be $1,318.99 per quarter, with a commodity charge of $6.09 per thousand gallons. Finally, large commercial and Industrial customer charges would be $2,034.60 a quarter with a commodity charge of $4.87 per thousand gallons.
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Fruitland suspect arrested in 2022 Wicomico County homicide by Marshals in New Jersey
The suspect wanted by Maryland State Police in connection with the murder of a man last year in Wicomico County was arrested Friday in New Jersey.
The suspect, Riley Lee Collick, 44, of Fruitland, was apprehended Friday, June 9, 2023, by U.S. Marshals at an apartment in Moorestown, New Jersey. Collick was transported to a local detention center, where he is being held pending an extradition hearing back to Maryland.
Collick had an arrest warrant for first-degree murder issued for him in the death of Alejandro Roland Exantus, 32, of Laurel. Shortly before 12:45 a.m. Dec. 4, 2022, officers from the Salisbury Police Department responded to the 100 block of West Market Street for a report of a stabbing.
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According to a preliminary investigation, Collick and Exantus were involved in a physical altercation following an argument. Investigators believe Collick stabbed Exantus before fleeing the scene. Exantus was transported by ambulance to TidalHealth Peninsula Regional Medical Center, where he was declared dead.
Investigators from the Maryland State Police Homicide Unit conducted the investigation, with assistance from the Salisbury Police Department and the Capital Area Region Fugitive Task Force.
Anyone with information on this case or who may have been in the area of the crime scene is asked to call Crime Solvers at 410-548-1776 or the Maryland State Police Salisbury Barrack at 410-749-3101. Callers may remain anonymous.
The case remains under investigation.
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Maryland mass shooting leaves 3 dead, 3 injured in Annapolis
Three people were killed and three wounded in a shooting Sunday night at a house in Maryland's capital city, police said.
Annapolis Police Chief Edward Jackson told reporters at a media briefing that the shooting stemmed from what he described as an “interpersonal dispute” and that there was no further threat to the public.
“It’s a very active and fluid investigation. We’re still trying to determine everything that occurred. We’re still piecing it together. We have a lot more work to do," Jackson said.
He declined to elaborate on the relationship between the people involved, but said those killed ranged in age from their 20s to their 50s. He said that authorities hadn't established a firm motive for the shooting.
“It wasn't random,” Jackson said, noting that the victims “died outside” the home.
Numerous police cars were seen in the residential area where the shooting happened south of the city center and near the waterfront. Jackson said officers responded to the shooting around 8 p.m.
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The police department issued a news release saying that one of the wounded was flown to a trauma center. The police statement said that a suspect was in custody. The chief later described the person as a “person of interest” and that no charges had been filed.
The chief said that authorities have recovered a weapon. | https://www.delmarvanow.com/story/news/local/maryland/2023/06/12/3-dead-3-injured-in-maryland-mass-shooting-in-annapolis/70312309007/ | 2023-06-12T22:03:25 | 1 | https://www.delmarvanow.com/story/news/local/maryland/2023/06/12/3-dead-3-injured-in-maryland-mass-shooting-in-annapolis/70312309007/ |
Tony Russo, owner of popular Ocean City Boardwalk business Tony's Pizza, passes away
Tony Russo, owner and operator of one of Ocean City's landmark destinations, Tony’s Pizza, has died.
The news was shared online on Sunday, June 5, by the Tony's Pizza team.
"It is with a heavy heart that our family announces the passing of our beloved father, Tony Russo," the pizzeria said. "He died peacefully at home Thursday morning surrounded by his children, nephew, grandchildren and friends."
Russo opened Tony's Pizza on Ocean City's historic Boardwalk in 1962. Over time, the pizzeria, now located at 3 Atlantic Ave., became a staple in the resort town community. The seasonal pie joint celebrated its 60th anniversary in 2022.
Russo came to the U.S. from Sicily alongside of his mother at the age of 19 in November of 1960, The Dispatch previously reported.
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"Mom and Dad had a special place in their hearts for each customer, friend, and family member that visited them on the boardwalk," the pizzeria continued, before asking customers to share their favorite Tony's Pizza memory on Facebook in honor of the deceased Russo.
Russo's viewing will be held Monday, June 19, from 4-7 p.m. at Holy Savior Church. A funeral mass will follow on Tuesday, June 20, at 11 a.m., once again, at Holy Savior Church.
Olivia Minzola covers communities on the Lower Shore. Contact her with tips and story ideas at ominzola@delmarvanow.com. | https://www.delmarvanow.com/story/news/local/maryland/2023/06/12/owner-of-ocean-city-business-tonys-pizza-tony-russo-passes-away/70313194007/ | 2023-06-12T22:03:25 | 1 | https://www.delmarvanow.com/story/news/local/maryland/2023/06/12/owner-of-ocean-city-business-tonys-pizza-tony-russo-passes-away/70313194007/ |
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. — A Harrisburg man was sentenced up to 23 months in prison for striking a construction worker in Cumberland County.
According to the Cumberland County District Attorney's Office, Dawson Smith, 20, drove through a work zone in a pickup truck and swerved into the oncoming lane of travel, ignoring the clear construction cones.
Smith then struck the victim with his car, causing the worker to be pushed onto the hood of his pickup truck and ultimately propelled into a mailbox.
The victim suffered severe back injuries that required surgery and intensive rehabilitation. Smith fled the scene without rendering any aid to the victim.
He then attempted to locate replacement parts to conceal damage to his truck.
After the incident was covered in the news, Smith gave the police a statement acknowledging his involvement in the crash.
As a result of the incident, the victim is no longer able to work as a PennDOT flagger; he is now unable to enjoy many of his hobbies and his daughter has to assist him with travel to doctor's appointments and everyday activities.
Smith pled guilty to one count of aggravated assault by vehicle while in an active work zone, one count of accidents involving death or personal injury, one count of duty of driver in a construction and maintenance area or on a highway safety corridor and one count of driving on roadways landed for traffic.
He was sentenced to 11.5 to 23 months in Cumberland County Prison, followed by a consecutive period of 24 months probation. Smith has also been ordered to pay fines and perform 100 hours of community service.
The Cumberland County District Attorney's Office reminds drivers to exercise safe driving behavior in work zones. | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/cumberland-county/man-sentenced-striking-construction-worker-cumberland-county-work-zone/521-e58cbaf9-901a-407a-82e4-be983fbeaf01 | 2023-06-12T22:10:04 | 0 | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/cumberland-county/man-sentenced-striking-construction-worker-cumberland-county-work-zone/521-e58cbaf9-901a-407a-82e4-be983fbeaf01 |
DENVER, Pa. — A resurfacing project on Route 222 in Lancaster County that was scheduled for Monday night has been postponed due to rain, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said Monday.
The affected portion of the roadway was in East Cocalico and Brecknock townships, PennDOT said.
The work will now be performed (weather permitting) from 8 p.m. Tuesday to 6 a.m. Wednesday, PennDOT said.
The ramps from southbound Route 222 to Col. Howard Boulevard (Route 272/Denver/PA Turnpike) and from Col. Howard Boulevard to southbound Route 222 will be closed for paving overnight, PennDOT said.
Travelers on southbound Route 222 wishing to exit at Col. Howard Boulevard (Route 272/Denver/PA Turnpike) should proceed south to the Route 322 (Ephrata) Exit, bear left at the off-ramp, then keep left to northbound Route 222 and Col. Howard Boulevard (Route 272/Denver/PA Turnpike).
Travelers on Col. Howard Boulevard wishing to go south on Route 222 should take Route 222 north to the Adamstown/Knauers Exit, then turn left onto Route 568 and proceed south on Route 222.
The work is part of a resurfacing project from just south of Lausch Road in East Cocalico Township to the Berks County line in Brecknock Township and includes the four ramps at Col. Howard Boulevard (Route 272/Denver/PA Turnpike Exit).
The project includes milling, concrete pavement patching, overlay of the existing roadway, guide rail, pavement markings, signing updates and other miscellaneous construction from Lausch Road to the Berks County line and the interchange ramps to Colonel Howard Boulevard.
Nighttime paving will continue on the Route 222 mainline, and begin on Col. Howard Boulevard (SR 1040) under Route 222. There will be lane and shoulder closures during nighttime hours. Motorists should be alert and drive with caution through the work zone.
The project is expected to be completed by October 27. New Enterprise Stone and Lime Company, Inc., of New Enterprise, PA, is the prime contractor on this $8,529,957 project. | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/lancaster-county/penndot-route-222-ramp-closure-postponed-rain-lancaster-county/521-188f3057-1644-4fa5-a9f5-73a076cb403c | 2023-06-12T22:10:16 | 0 | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/lancaster-county/penndot-route-222-ramp-closure-postponed-rain-lancaster-county/521-188f3057-1644-4fa5-a9f5-73a076cb403c |
YORK COUNTY, Pa. — York County's expanded burn ban, prohibiting the use of private fireworks, went into effect on June 12 amid historically dry weather in the region.
"We are urging residents not to use fireworks whatsoever and to be considerate of their neighbors and their community around them, because of the severity of the dryness," said West Manchester Township Fire Chief Clifton Laughman.
Local fire chiefs were consulted by York County commissioners on the expansion of the burn ban that took effect on Monday. It has now been extended by 30 days and is set to end on July 12.
The extension of the burn ban has put July 4 celebration plans into question.
"It’s unfortunate because a lot of people like fireworks and a lot of people like to light them on their own," said Ted Czech, public information officer for the York County Office of Emergency Management. "This is at the recommendation of the fire chiefs in the county, these guys are the experts.”
"Unfortunately, it is a July 4th holiday, but we have to look at the people’s lives and safety more so than the entertainment," Laughman said.
Other counties across the area that have enacted burn bans, including Lancaster and Lebanon counties, do not expressly prohibit the use of fireworks.
However, county officials advise being mindful of the risks and dangers fireworks pose during the region’s dry conditions.
"When you’re using those aerial fireworks, you have the hot embers and the hot debris falling down, you have no control where it goes," Laughman said. "So, [the debris] coming down into these dry grasses, into the woods or wherever the case may be, it wouldn’t take much to ignite that off."
"This is something that is entirely preventable, so we just ask folks to please follow the burn ban," Czech said.
York County officials say they would not be surprised if other counties follow suit in banning fireworks amid dry conditions in south-central Pa. that the National Weather Service deems an enhanced fire danger.
The ban still allows professional and pre-planned fireworks displays, approved by municipalities to continue. Officials add if enough rainfall arrives over the next month to combat the dry conditions, the expanded burn ban could end early. | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/york-county-expands-burn-ban-include-fireworks-4th-of-july-celebrations-jeopardy/521-87ee36d2-63a4-4e6b-be2e-4a52a2538017 | 2023-06-12T22:10:23 | 0 | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/york-county-expands-burn-ban-include-fireworks-4th-of-july-celebrations-jeopardy/521-87ee36d2-63a4-4e6b-be2e-4a52a2538017 |
DES MOINES, Iowa — In an effort to keep up with modern technology and high cell phone use, Des Moines police presented a new digital mapping tool to the Des Moines City Council on Monday morning.
The new Law Enforcement Response Map (LERM) will provide residents and neighborhoods in multiple nearby counties with credible and timely police data.
The goal of the mapping tool is to help local police departments reach more residents in Des Moines and surrounding communities.
LERM will allow users to filter based on date, neighborhood, responding agency and more.
Users can also create an account to save recent searches and set notification alerts.
Des Moines police, the Polk County Sheriff's office and other local law enforcement agencies whose data will also be sent to the platform will all launch the platform on Thursday. | https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/local/des-moines-police-law-enforcement-response-map-crime-data-tracking-polk-county-sheriffs-office/524-4155893a-3ecb-4403-9612-97a80fc80800 | 2023-06-12T22:25:30 | 1 | https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/local/des-moines-police-law-enforcement-response-map-crime-data-tracking-polk-county-sheriffs-office/524-4155893a-3ecb-4403-9612-97a80fc80800 |
URBANDALE, Iowa — Urbandale police are asking the public for help in locating a missing 15-year-old girl.
Calleigh McFadden left her home in Urbandale on Monday, June 5 at approximately 11 p.m. and has not been heard from since.
McFadden is described as a 15-year-old, Caucasian girl with black hair and green eyes.
She is 5'4" tall and weighs approximately 148 pounds.
Police believe McFadden may be wearing a blue zippered hoodie and black or white Nike tennis shoes.
Anyone with information regarding McFadden's whereabouts should contact Detective Randy Peterson at 515-331-6811 or rpeterson@urbandale.com.
Local 5 will update this story as more information becomes available. Download the We Are Iowa app or subscribe to Local 5's "5 Things to Know" email newsletter for the latest. | https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/local/urbandale-police-missing-teenager-15-year-old-girl/524-20df247d-4708-4c87-b3e3-f27255f80b06 | 2023-06-12T22:25:36 | 0 | https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/local/urbandale-police-missing-teenager-15-year-old-girl/524-20df247d-4708-4c87-b3e3-f27255f80b06 |
Laws govern vehicles and bicycles on public roads
Bicycle safety has become a topic of increased public concern in Wichita Falls lately.
The deaths of four people in the past year, including two in June, prompted bicycle enthusiasts to appear before a recent City Council meeting to advocate for greater safety awareness. The topic also sparked a wave of discussion on social media.
More:Cyclists ask Wichita Falls City Council for more safety measures
Wichita Falls, home of the annual Hotter ‘N’ Hell bicycle race, is designated as a Bicycle Friendly community.
More:Two cyclists killed in wreck in Clay County
The list of laws governing bicycles and their relationship to motorized vehicles is not lengthy, either from the state or in local ordinances.
More:Driver charged in death of Wichita Falls bicycle rider
More:What does that bicycle symbol on some streets in Wichita Falls mean?
State laws:
- Bicycles are defined as vehicles and generally have the same rights and responsibilities as motor vehicles.
- Bicyclists are required to ride as near to the right of the roadway as practicable, when riding slower than the speed of traffic.
- Full lane use is allowed when traveling at the normal speed of traffic, preparing for a turn, overtaking and passing, avoiding hazards or unsafe conditions, traveling in a lane too narrow to share, and avoiding a mandatory turn lane.
- Bicyclists may, but are not required to, utilize any usable path for bicycles that has been provided adjacent to a roadway.
- Sidewalk riding is generally prohibited unless otherwise designated in local ordinances.
- Bicyclists on roadways must exercise due care when passing a standing vehicle or one proceeding in the same direction.
- Bicyclists may ride two abreast if traffic is not impeded.
- Bicyclists must ride with at least one hand on the handlebars.
- No bicycle may have more than one rider per saddle.
- The Texas Driving Under the Influence statute does not directly apply to bicyclists.
- Motor vehicles are required to pass bicyclists at a safe distance to the left. Motor vehicle drivers may pass bicyclists heading in the same direction in a non-passing zone only when safe to do so.
Local ordinances
- Whenever a bicycle path has been provided adjacent to a roadway, bicycle riders shall use such a path.
- Whenever a bicycle lane has been provided on a roadway, bicycle riders shall use such lane.
- A person operating a bicycle shall not be expected or required to: Ride over or through hazards at the edge of the roadway, including but not limited to fixed or moving objects, parked or moving vehicle, bicycles, pedestrians, animals, surface hazards, or narrow lanes. Ride without a reasonable safety margin on the right-hand side of the roadway.
As early as 2014, the city considered an ordinance to require drivers to give cyclists three feet of clearance when passing. Although other cities have similar ordinances, the idea was never adopted in Wichita Falls. | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/12/laws-govern-vehicles-and-bicycles-on-public-roads/70302960007/ | 2023-06-12T22:31:15 | 1 | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/12/laws-govern-vehicles-and-bicycles-on-public-roads/70302960007/ |
Suspect in Friday murder released from jail
A court affidavit filed over the weekend sheds a little light on a murder in Wichita County Friday.
Michael Wesley Randall was shot and killed as he sat in the passenger seat of a pickup in the parking lot of Lindeman Welding, 1961 Sheppard Road in Burkburnett.
The suspect is Ronald Arthur Burdick, who was arrested by Wichita County Sheriff's deputies at the scene, charged with murder, and released on bail the following day.
The victim's brother, Russell Randall, was in the driver's seat when the shooting occurred but was not hurt.
Burdick admitted shooting Michael Randall in the head as he sat with the door closed and window rolled up, but the affidavit said "the evidence at the scene did not support the account of events as stated by Burdick." The affidavit did not explain how the confession and evidence differed and did not provide a motive for the killing.
Wichita County Sheriff David Duke said on the afternoon of the shooting that the victim's brother had driven him to the shop to pick up his final paycheck. The day happened to by Michael Randall's birthday. Duke said deputies had responded to a disturbance at the shop a day earlier. The sheriff said it did not appear that Michael Randall was armed.
Burdick's bail was set at $1 million and he was released from custody on Saturday.
He was charged in 2004 with illegally carrying a weapon, a Class A misdemeanor, but the charges were dismissed. | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/12/suspect-in-friday-murder-released-from-jail/70313262007/ | 2023-06-12T22:31:21 | 1 | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/12/suspect-in-friday-murder-released-from-jail/70313262007/ |
When did Henrietta school aide accused of child sex crimes go to work for HISD?
Henrietta ISD puts out statement to families
A 19-year-old Henrietta ISD school aide accused of making and sending child pornography on Snapchat has been working for the school district since Jan. 6 this year, and the Texas Department of Public Safety has put out a plea regarding possible additional victims.
The DPS is asking parents who believe their child might be a victim of Blaine Tyler Frost or who have information helpful to investigators to contact special agents at 940-851-5554, a DPS spokesman said in a media release Friday.
"Because of his close contact with children in his work environment investigators believe there is a possibility of additional victims in this case," Sgt. Marc A. Couch said.
Frost, a paraprofessional in Henrietta Elementary School, was being held Monday in the Clay County Jail on $1 million in bonds for three charges, according to online jail records.
The Henrietta man was charged last week with one count of indecency with a child by exposure, one count of indecency with a child by contact, and one count of promotion of child pornography in connection with incidents in February involving a 3- to 5-year-old boy, according to court documents.
Frost is accused of sending child pornography he created to another suspect via Snapchat, according to allegations in court documents.
HISD is "definitely reporting" the allegations against him to the Texas Education Agency, Superintendent Jaime D. Clark said in a statement Friday to the Times Record News.
Clark addressed the situation in a letter to HISD families posted Friday morning on the district's Facebook page.
The superintendent said the district was made aware of the allegations against Frost. He has been placed on leave and is not permitted to be at any district facility.
"I know you may have more questions, but this is a police matter and the district does not have additional information to share at this time," Clark said in the letter.
She provided the DPS telephone number.
"There is nothing more important to us than the safety of our students and allegations like this against one of our staff members are difficult to hear," Clark said.
"Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you believe your student may need support in response to this situation," she said.
Special agents with the DPS Criminal Investigations Division arrested Frost on Wednesday, Couch said in a media release Friday.
The agents were originally contacted by investigators with U.S. Homeland Security Investigations out of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, who were looking into a child pornography case that led them to Frost, Couch said.
The active, ongoing case involves HSI-Irving, the Clay County Sheriff's Office and Clay County Constable's Office, Couch said.
More:Suspended Sheriff Lyde to have day in court for efforts to sink suspension order, dismiss case
Trish Choate, enterprise watchdog reporter for the Times Record News, covers education, courts, breaking news and more. Contact Trish with news tips at tchoate@gannett.com. Read her recent work here. Her Twitter handle is @Trishapedia. | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/12/when-did-henrietta-school-aide-go-to-work-for-district-more-victims-sought/70313902007/ | 2023-06-12T22:31:27 | 0 | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/12/when-did-henrietta-school-aide-go-to-work-for-district-more-victims-sought/70313902007/ |
PORTLAND, Ore. — A graduating class of Grant High School students surprised their kindergarten teacher all while dressed in their caps and gowns. Many of them hadn’t seen her in 13 years but turned out she remembered them like it was yesterday.
Ask anyone and they almost always can remember their kindergarten teacher.
And in this case, 20 high school seniors — all about to graduate surprised Sabin Elementary kindergarten teacher Emily Foster in the very classroom they first met her.
“All of a sudden, these high school graduates started walking in and kind of shocked me and blew my mind,” said Foster.
“It was a little overwhelming a little bit I think she was super excited to see all of us,” said Grant High School student Eli McConnachie.
Foster has been teaching for 42 years but she remembered the now high school graduates as she sat behind her desk pointing to them and reciting the memories she had of each one.
“She was the first teacher that most of us ever had…I met most of my friends I’m still friends with today in that class being able to say I’ve known them since kindergarten,” said McConnachie.
Foster called it "the surprise of her life."
“Just fun to see all of them just looking at them and thinking about when they were kids,” said Foster.
She’s impacted so many of them…doing a job she loves.
“It’s amazing I don’t really think about that I think about what I’m doing right now I get paid to do this and I can’t believe that I get paid to do this,” said Foster.
The seniors graduated from Grant High School over the weekend and have this message to leave behind:
“Listen to your teacher because they know what’s best they will get you where you need to go and sometimes it may not seem like that but they definitely have your best intentions at heart and they definitely care about you a lot,” said McConnachie. | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/high-school-graduates-kindergarten-teacher/283-517f8d54-f1a7-4e3e-8ddb-08b662c6518f | 2023-06-12T22:33:44 | 1 | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/high-school-graduates-kindergarten-teacher/283-517f8d54-f1a7-4e3e-8ddb-08b662c6518f |
ATLANTA — Trying to find a new place to work is never easy.
But now the Better Business Bureau is warning job seekers of a new scam which could turn a potential dream job into an instant nightmare.
Kendale Hunter was looking for employment when he got an appealing offer.
“This lady was acting like she was moving into my city and wanted me to be her handyman," Hunter explained.
But, there was a catch.
“She wanted to receive a check (from me) and send her like $1,700 back and keep $300 for myself," he said.
That raised red flags. It was all part of a scam which the Better Business Bureau (BBB) says is on the rise nation-wide and especially throughout metro Atlanta.
“How these employment scams work they typically contact job-seekers through phone, text, social media or job boards," Simone Williams, a BBB spokesperson said.
The Bureau said during the first three months of this year, its scam tracker logged $840,000 dollars in reported job scam losses. That’s up 250% from January to March of 2022.
Terrell Toles said he was one who was taken in. He explained he lost thousands of dollars to someone claiming to be offering a lucrative career in exchange for some paid training.
“I invested $3,000 out of my own pocket. I was taking all the computer courses but when it was time for me to get my certification, the company completely disappeared," Toles said.
As for Hunter, he stopped responding to his potential scammer but knows he was lucky.
“If they ask you to send money to them, it’s a scam. You really just got to read and pay attention," Hunter said.
The Better Business Bureau offered up some tips to job-seekers so you can avoid being scammed while looking for a new job online:
- Find number on business's website; call to confirm if job or offer is real
- Be cautious on giving personal information to unverified recruiters and online apps
- Never pay a stranger for a job | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/job-scams-on-rise-tips-to-know-better-business-bureau/85-aad0ebc3-f406-4f76-a65b-4a5087cac14a | 2023-06-12T22:33:50 | 1 | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/job-scams-on-rise-tips-to-know-better-business-bureau/85-aad0ebc3-f406-4f76-a65b-4a5087cac14a |
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — A fire marshal with the Little Rock Fire Department is at the scene of a house fire that sparked on 6th and Johnson Street on Monday.
According to reports, firefighters arrived at the two-story home around 12:30 p.m.
The home was under renovation so luckily there were no injuries nor was there any damage to the surrounding areas.
There is currently an ongoing investigation as to why the fire may have started. | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/little-rock-house-fire/91-8b58ec54-1ad4-4bdf-aef8-84ddf3e0417d | 2023-06-12T22:33:56 | 0 | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/little-rock-house-fire/91-8b58ec54-1ad4-4bdf-aef8-84ddf3e0417d |
MIDLAND, Texas — Whenever you’re out with your dog on a hot day, any good owner should remember that dogs need things like water to drink and maybe some shade to cool off under.
But you must also keep in mind that your buddy isn’t wearing shoes most of the time like you.
“The ground can be 10 to 20 degrees hotter than it is outside. So if it’s 90 degrees outside it can be 100 or 110 on the floor. So we need to be really careful with dogs.” said Katlyn Walthall, director of community outreach and fundraising at Fix West Texas.
This can have severe consequences on your dog’s paws and potentially lead to further issues.
“It can get red, it can get blistered, it can go raw basically so it can cause a lot of medical issues if that happens. Basically, it can cause severe burns.” Walthall continued.
Walthall says the best times to walk dogs in a hot climate is in the morning or the evening since that’s when the sun and heat isn’t as harsh.
What makes you uncomfortable on walks on a hot day might be the same for your dog.
“I think people need to realize that unfortunately can’t tennis shoes or don’t as much as humans do. So we need to be cognizant and watch out for their best interests.” Walthall added.
Walthall also says that smaller dogs generally can't sty out in the heat as long as bigger dogs.
So keep this in mind as well. | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/make-sure-your-dogs-paws-arent-getting-burned/513-711d4154-b363-47f7-8f8c-3100c8e992c8 | 2023-06-12T22:34:02 | 0 | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/make-sure-your-dogs-paws-arent-getting-burned/513-711d4154-b363-47f7-8f8c-3100c8e992c8 |
MARIETTA, Ga. — A single mom and nurse says the last two weeks have been torture at her Marietta rental home.
“I hear them all night and I am terrified of rodents, so this has just not been a good time at all," Joy Luna explained.
The renter said she started to notice damage and hear rodent activity in her walls after a hole opened up in her chimney following a bad storm. She explained it's now been two weeks since the hole formed and the rodents appeared, and she hasn't been able to get her landlord to fix it.
“I’ve seen them. They’re not like little mice. They're large rats and I kind of just hide in my living room," Luna said. "I can’t even enjoy my own house that I pay for."
Luna believes she wouldn't have a pest issue if she had been able to get the hole repaired sooner.
“I see in my lease agreement where they don’t cover pests, but you do need to fix the giant hole in my roof where they’re coming from," she said.
Attorney Tom Salata said that too many metro Atlantans like Luna are living in unacceptable conditions.
“The landlord has an obligation to make the premises habitable," Salata explained. "In Georgia, they have to make sure it’s in a livable condition and they also have the obligation to repair the premises so that it doesn’t become non-livable."
Salata said renters do have legal rights and recommend they document all communication and maintain a cordial relationship with their landlord. He also explained that in Georgia, renters can hire their own contractor to fix a structural issue and have it deducted from their rent.
Progressive Residential, the company that manages Luna's property, shared this statement with 11 Alive following Luna's claims.
Our residents are our top priority. We are researching the concerns shared by the resident and are committed to working with them directly to ensure any issues are resolved. | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/marietta-woman-feels-trapped-rental-home-filled-large-rats/85-8f32be7d-8cde-4535-a5e6-d459a47211c3 | 2023-06-12T22:34:08 | 1 | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/marietta-woman-feels-trapped-rental-home-filled-large-rats/85-8f32be7d-8cde-4535-a5e6-d459a47211c3 |
ORLANDO, Fla. — Seven years ago, on June 12, 2016, a shooter committed a horrific act of terrorism against the LGBTQ and Hispanic communities at a gay nightclub in Orlando.
At the time, it was the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history as forty-nine people were killed and 53 were wounded in the shooting.
The shooter claimed he was in alliance with the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant.
As years have passed since that unimaginable incident, here's how some of the lives lost on that day are still remembered and why many people in the LGBTQ community say recent laws in Florida are targeting them.
Remembering their lives
The Alvear family decided to turn their grief into giving by hosting the Amanda's Angels Legacy of Love toy drive every year in memory of Amanda Alvear, who would have turned 32 years old last December.
Mayra Alvear, Amanda's mom, said each year the event, which donates toys to the Howard Phillips Center for Children & Families in Orlando keeps growing.
A news release from the governor's office announced that all U.S. and Florida flags are set to be flown at half-staff on Monday in honor of Pulse Remembrance Day, which falls every year on June 12.
"As a mark of respect for the victims, their families, and the many affected by this tragedy, I hereby direct the flags of the United States and the State of Florida to be flown at half-staff at all local and state buildings, installations, and grounds throughout the State of Florida from sunrise to sunset on Monday, June 12, 2023," Gov. Ron DeSantis said in a statement.
LGBTQ communities across the Tampa Bay area and the state also joined forces to honor the lives lost at another gay club shooting last year in Colorado.
The suspect accused of entering Club Q, a sanctuary for the LGBTQ community in the mostly conservative city of Colorado Springs, was in body armor and opened fire with an AR-15-style rifle, killing five people and wounding 17 others.
To support the families who lost loved ones, St. Pete Pride said portions of their annual fundraiser last year went toward people killed and affected in Colorado Springs.
New laws in Florida
The Florida Board of Education approved a ban on classroom instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity in all grades in April, expanding the law critics call “Don't Say Gay” at the request of DeSantis as he geared up for an expected presidential run.
The proposal took effect after a procedural notice period that lasted about a month, according to an education department spokesman.
The rule change bans lessons on sexual orientation and gender identity from grades 4-12, unless required by existing state standards or as part of reproductive health instruction that students can choose not to take. Florida currently bans such lessons in kindergarten through third grade.
Amid shootings and new laws, the Human Rights Campaign declared a “state of emergency ” for LGBTQ+ people in the U.S., calling on people in government and the business community to fight for equal rights.
On June 6, however, a federal judge temporarily blocked portions of a new Florida law that bans transgender minors from receiving puberty blockers.
“Gender identity is real,” Judge Robert Hinkle said, ruling that the state has no rational basis for denying patients treatment.
The lawsuit brought by the three children's parents challenges the law Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis signed shortly before he announced a run for president.
Celebrating Pride month in St. Pete
St. Pete Pride -- one of the country's largest Pride parade -- is set to continue even though recent laws were signed by DeSantis that critics say are anti-LGBTQ.
With the Pride event taking over downtown St. Petersburg on Saturday, June 24, crowds of people will be coming out and lining the streets for the free event.
"To honor our history, celebrate our community, and create an accessible, safe place for members of the LGBTQ+ community, St Pete Pride will be hosting the largest Pride festival to date," event leaders explain online.
To learn more about the event, click here.
The Associated Press and 10 Tampa Bay's Courtney Holland and Miguel Octavio contributed to this report. | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/orlando-pulse-nightclub-shooting/67-7b09589f-44dc-47a1-a3d2-0f0e6b66367b | 2023-06-12T22:34:15 | 0 | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/orlando-pulse-nightclub-shooting/67-7b09589f-44dc-47a1-a3d2-0f0e6b66367b |
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — If you drive along Arkansas highways, you've probably noticed the humorous signs that pop up on those large digital billboards.
Fayetteville driver Matt Becker said he noticed a sign a while back that caught his attention.
"Camp in the Ozarks, not in the left lane," Becker said. "I thought it was very clever."
Ultimately, these humorous electronic signs are meant to share safety tips, just in a way that might capture your attention a bit better.
"If it's funny, then perhaps they'll be a little more memorable and perhaps they'll remember to do that thing," said Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) ITS Engineer Joseph Hawkins.
A few examples of past signs include:
- Buckle up. That seatbelt looks good on you
- Don't speed. Do a good deed
- Drive hammered, get nailed
Though Arkansas doesn't have comedy writers on the payroll, they are looking at what other states' Department of Transportation are using on their signs and then they are bringing that home.
"Our leadership asked us to develop a policy on our DMS—digital message signs—and at that time we looked around to see what other state D.O.T.'s were doing and there were lots of great examples out there," Hawkins said.
"So, instead of reinventing the wheel, we saw what worked and we collected this list. We added a few of our own."
Arkansas' state-wide traffic management team decides which sayings will be used. You won't see them every day though, only on Mondays and Fridays. ARDOT leaders don't want them to lose their effectiveness.
"I would ask drivers to always pay attention to the message board, because if we have some actual information that will help your drive, we're going to post it," Hawkins said.
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MOHAVE COUNTY, Ariz — A deputy's body-worn camera captured the moments of a man escaping a burning home in Mohave County over the weekend.
After arriving at the burning structure on Saturday, the deputy was alerted by neighbors that a man was still inside the home.
An edited, four-minute version of the deputy's body-camera video shows him walking around the property and looking for an entry point. He eventually found a window enclosure that could be ripped off, which created an opening for the man to crawl out of the fiery structure.
The Mohave County Sheriff's Office said the home was completely engulfed in flames within minutes of the man escaping out the window. The fire's cause is not yet known.
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BUTTS COUNTY, Ga. — A man is now in custody in Butts County after deputies said he drove over to his ex-girlfriend's home armed with a gun, found her in bed with her new boyfriend, and proceeded to shoot him in the head.
It all happened Sunday morning around 11 a.m. at a home along Bonnies Way in the city of Jackson, Georgia.
The person who was shot was responsive and responding to questions from deputies, but was taken to the hospital for treatment. It is not yet known what part of his head he was shot.
The suspect ran away from the scene, but Butts County Sheriff Gary Long said technology was a key aspect in capturing the alleged shooter.
"We got cameras all over the county now -- Flock cameras -- and then we got this neighborhood, people all throughout this neighborhood with cameras," Sheriff Long said. "So our investigators, through the investigation, was able to recover surveillance footage from neighbors so this case will move really quick."
Long said part of that technology from neighbors were Ring doorbell cameras who spotted the suspect. Deputies said the original call they received was for a possible home invasion, which later turned out to be a shooting.
The sheriff also said there were children inside the home when the shooting went down, but none were injured.
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SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – An Orlando police officer has been relieved of duty after video showed him being pulled over for speeding in Seminole County and leaving a traffic stop.
A Seminole County Sheriff’s Office arrest report shows Officer Alexander Shaouni was arrested last week for the incident on June 6 along Florida Avenue, east of State Road 434 north of Oviedo.
A deputy said he saw a marked Orlando Police Department SUV driving at least 80 mph in a 45 mph zone along Florida Avenue near Hammock Street, with no lights or sirens activated.
The deputy had to speed to catch up to the SUV in the area of Florida Avenue and DeLeon Street. The deputy said they put on their lights and sirens but the OPD vehicle did not pull over. The deputy had to pull their vehicle in front of the SUV to make it clear the OPD SUV needed to stop.
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Body camera video shows the deputy get out of their vehicle and meet with Shaouni, who got out of his vehicle. Shaouni, who was in a uniform with his name on it, said he was going to work. When the deputy asked what type of call, Shaouni said, “Look how I am dressed, what do you think?”
The deputy said Shaouni refused to present his driver’s license to the deputy, then got back in his SUV and drove off.
The Orlando Police Department told News 6 Monday that Shaouni was relieved of duty pending sheriff’s office and OPD internal investigations.
In the meantime, Shaouni is facing charges of reckless driving, fleeing and eluding law enforcement and resisting an officer without violence.
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WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) filled a sinkhole with tons of rock and concrete after it was discovered on Interstate 26 in Washington County.
TDOT first reported crews were assessing the sinkhole on Thursday, June 8 in the westbound lanes near the University Parkway exit. At the time, TDOT planned to close the right lane while crews were working.
TDOT spokesperson Mark Nagi told News Channel 11 on Monday that all lanes in the area have been open since Saturday.
“We cut out the waste material and placed about 15 tons of rock and 18 cubic yards of concrete in the hole and then placed an asphalt patch on it,” Nagi said in an email to News Channel 11.
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TAZEWELL, Va. (WJHL) – The Virginia State Police (VSP) is investigating after a two-vehicle crash left one person dead, one with serious injuries and a 3-year-old with minor injuries on Friday morning.
According to a release from the VSP, the crash happened at around 8:24 a.m. on Gratton Road/Route 61 in Tazewell County. A vehicle traveling north reportedly crossed the center line and struck a southbound van owned by the Clinch Valley Community Action- Head Start Program.
The driver of the northbound vehicle, Joseph Hancock, 49, of Tazewell, was pronounced dead at the crash scene, according to the release. He was not wearing a seat belt.
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MIDLAND, Texas —
Two juveniles were airlifted from Midland to a hospital in Lubbock after a wreck between a truck and an all-terrain vehicle.
According to a city of Midland spokesperson, on Sunday at approximately 9:23 p.m., officers with the Midland Police Department Traffic Division responded to the accident, which happened in the 2100 block of Barber Street.
The initial investigation revealed that a Ford F350 pickup was driving northbound on Barber Street. At the same time, a Yamaha ATV occupied by two juveniles and a 27-year old was driving eastbound in the alley of the 300 block of Elm Avenue.
When the ATV tried to cross Barber Street, the two vehicles crashed into each other.
All three occupants of the ATV were transported to a hospital, with the two juveniles being airlifted to a Lubbock hospital with life-threatening injuries.
The driver was the only occupant of the truck and was not injured.
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What to Know
- The biggest version of Summer Streets is taking place this year in all five boroughs -- this after more than 500,000 people took part last year.
- The Summer Streets program runs from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Saturdays in certain locations on a rotating basis.
- The expansion of summer streets comes less than a week after the city’s worst air quality day in decades.
The biggest version of Summer Streets is taking place this year across all five boroughs -- this after more than 500,000 people took part last year.
"It's a bold new vision for public space across the city," Mayor Eric Adams said regarding the 20 miles of streets that will form part of the latest iteration of the summer program, which will mark the largest version of the program since it launched in 2008 that closes down streets to provide extra public space for people to play, walk, and bike.
The expansion of summer streets comes less than a week after the city’s worst air quality day in decades.
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When that hazy air descended on the city, some argued that City Hall didn’t respond aggressively enough to the emergency. NY Times columnist Mara Gay under the headline On The Smoke Crisis, NYC’s Mayor Chokes —- wrote of Adams: “He could have also used the emergency to limit private car traffic across the five boroughs in a bid to improve air quality.“
However, the mayor is pushing back on the idea a driving restriction could have helped, saying would have had "very little impact" on the science.
Now that the air has cleared, advocates of Summer Streets see progress. More days — and more roads — where New Yorkers get out of their cars.
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“We want people to choose walking biking and public transportation all the time," Jackson Chabot, of Open Plans NY, said.
The Summer Streets program — which runs from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Saturdays in question — costs $1.5 million to set up and enforce. And although this year's expansion makes the program the biggest version yet, advocates hope it gets even bigger next summer.
The Summer Streets for this season are:
Summer Streets: Queens on July 29
- Vernon Boulevard between 44 Drive and 30 Drive
Summer Streets: Staten Island on July 29
- Richmond Terrace between York Avenue and Bard Avenue
Summer Streets: Manhattan on Aug. 5, 12 & 19
From Brooklyn Bridge to West 125 Street via:
- Lafayette Street and Park Avenue between Brooklyn Bridge and East 109 Street
- East 109 Street between Park Avenue and 5th Avenue
- 5th Avenue between East 109 Street and Central Park North
- Central Park North between 5th Avenue and Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard
- Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard between Central Park North and West 125 Street
Summer Streets: Brooklyn on Aug. 26
- Eastern Parkway between Grand Army Plaza and Buffalo Avenue
Summer Streets: The Bronx on Aug. 26
- Grand Concourse between East Tremont Avenue and Mosholu Parkway
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What will replace TVA's Kingston Fossil Plant? Attend an open house to weigh in
People can get more information and share their own opinions about plans for the Kingston Fossil Plant during open houses this week.
The Tennessee Valley Authority is working toward retiring its aging coal-burning power plants, including Kingston.
TVA is considering replacing the Kingston coal-fired plant with a gas plant, solar facilities and battery energy storage, according to a draft environmental impact statement that lists the potential environmental and other impacts of various options for the future of Kingston.
TVA's open houses about the Kingston plant will be:
- 6:30-8 p.m. June 13 at Rockwood High School, 512 W. Rockwood St.
- 6:30-8 p.m. June 14 at Kingston Community Center, 201 Patton Ferry Road.
Can't make the open houses? Here's where to find more
Information about the options for Kingston also is available online and through a virtual meeting room at tva.com/environment/environmental-stewardship/environmental-reviews/nepa-detail/kingston-fossil-plant-retirement.
Public comments on the Kingston environmental impact statement will be accepted through July 3, according to a press release. In addition to the open houses, comments can be submitted online, by email (to nepa@tva.gov) or by mail (Chevales Williams, NEPA Specialist, 1101 Market Street, BR 2C-C, Chattanooga, TN 37402) by the July 3 deadline. | https://www.knoxnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/12/tva-open-house-on-kingston-fossil-plant-future-uses/70313673007/ | 2023-06-12T22:56:23 | 0 | https://www.knoxnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/12/tva-open-house-on-kingston-fossil-plant-future-uses/70313673007/ |
PITTSBURGH — Two people were injured in a shooting in Pittsburgh’s Uptown neighborhood Monday afternoon.
According to Allegheny County 911, the shooting happened in the 2100 block of Watson Street at around 3:50 p.m.
Pittsburgh police said seven rounds were fired in the 100 block of Seneca Street about ten minutes prior.
A man and woman were hospitalized following the shooting. Both are listed in stable condition.
The investigation is ongoing.
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WASHINGTON — Scammers are targeting people looking for new jobs, according to the Better Business Bureau. It warns there’s been an increase in these kinds of scams.
Elizabeth Gray said she was desperate for a job. She was looking to work from home but ended up becoming a victim of a scam.
“I felt like I should have known that this was a scam,” she exclaimed.
Elizabeth explained she got a text about a new job, which is how she got her last job, as well. She recalled the company sent her checks for equipment. She was supposed to deposit them in her account and then pay a vendor through apps. When she finally contacted her bank though, she learned the checks were fraudulent. She was out $5,000.
“At first, I was in complete shock,” she said. “It felt like the world stopped for a minute.”
Elizabeth isn’t alone. The Better Business Bureau told us it’s seen a huge uptick in the amount of money people are losing in employment search scams. In just the first three months of this year, the losses victims reported hit $840,000. That’s up over 250% compared to last year.
“Unfortunately, the scammers are getting more sophisticated,” BBB Spokesperson Melanie McGovern said. “It’s getting a little bit harder to spot these scams.”
The BBB also predicts the amount of money lost in just the first six months of this year will surpass the total amount of money lost for all of last year.
McGovern gave some red flags and tips, so you don’t add to that tally.
“Make sure you’re looking the company up, you know, you can come to our website and look it up at BBB.org,” she said. “If the employer is very evasive or won’t give you straight answers, just tell them you’re not interested… …You should never have to pay your own money to do your job.”
Elizabeth hopes telling her story will help others.
“I just got away with like a scratch, but a lot of people can get away with a gushing wound from this, so if it can prevent someone from it getting the worst of them, then I am happy for that,” she added.
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PITTSBURGH — A fire broke out at Phipps Conservatory Friday night.
Pittsburgh fire crews responded to a one-alarm fire in the 700 block of Frank Curto Drive just before 9:30 p.m.
Pittsburgh public safety initially said there was damage to rare and priceless plants, but a spokesperson for Phipps tells us that no plants were damaged in the fire that happened in the Production Greenhouse.
In a statement, the spokesperson also added, “All the automatic systems worked correctly, our staff did an excellent job ensuring safety, and the police and fire departments responded appropriately.”
No injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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CANONSBURG, Pa. — A man who formerly lived in Canonsburg was sentenced in federal court for possessing child pornography.
Kevin Francisco Torres-Gerena, 29, was identified on a peer-to-peer network where offenders could access and share child pornography materials.
While executing a federal search warrant at his house in 2018, police found 116 videos and 36 pictures depicting the exploitation of minors, according to the Department of Justice.
Officials also said that most of the material found in Torres-Gerena’s home involved children under the age of 12.
According to officials, Torres-Gerena told investigators he would view the videos and images and then delete them. He would then use the same search terms again in order to conceal his activity.
Torres-Gerena was sentenced to four years in prison and ten years of supervised release.
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PITTSBURGH — Citizens Financial Group last week said it will cease to originate indirect auto loans as of July 1, joining a growing group of banks who have stopped the practice.
But the trend isn’t exactly recent. Nor was Pittsburgh untouched.
KeyBank announced during its third-quarter 2020 earnings call that it was discontinuing indirect auto lending.
“I think banks in general are going to be a little tighter with their lending now,” observed Robert Wagner, managing principal at Three Rivers Fund Advisors. Wagner tracks community banks. “The banking industry certainly has the capital to lend, but given recent developments, banks are expecting higher regulatory scrutiny and higher levels of capital requirements. So they’re going to be a little more suspect of certain loan categories.”
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PITTSBURGH — The ‘Route Zero Relay’ is on a cross-country journey. It’s a nationwide initiative calling for stronger clean car standards that made a stop in Pittsburgh on Monday.
Air quality has been a topic of concern recently, and for Dr. Stephanie Maximous from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, it’s a driving force in keeping her patients healthy.
“It’s critical, and it’s an emergency,” Maximous said. “Even just last week, we had day after day of severe air quality warnings. That was due to the wildfires coming from Canada, but we know even just that baseline, we have these ongoing risks that our patients endure.”
On Monday, there was a push for more zero-emissions vehicles and investments in clean transportation along Pittsburgh’s North Shore by local lawmakers, supporters, and healthcare professionals.
“Forty percent of air pollution-related heart disease deaths in Allegheny County occur in environmental-justice communities, even though those communities represent 27 percent of the county’s total population,” said Chris Gassman from University of Pittsburgh’s Center for Sustainable Business.
Supporters said progress is being made in the city, with historic investments in charging infrastructure, battery manufacturing, and tax incentives encouraging consumers to transition to electric and hybrid vehicles.
“Here in Pittsburgh, the city has announced it is electrifying its city bus fleet so that all of its 730 vehicles will be zero emissions by 2045,” said Patrick Campbell from the Group Against Smog Pollution (GASP).
But they said there’s still work to be done, calling upon the Biden administration and other key players in Washington to enforce and release more strict standards.
“The next step is ensuring that the EPA enacts the strongest possible standards as quickly as possible,” Campbell said.
The Route Zero Relay will conclude its tour in Washington D.C.
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MCCANDLESS, Pa. — There is mixed reaction after the North Allegheny School Board announced it would recommend Dr. Brendan Hyland as the district’s next superintendent.
Dr. Hyland recently resigned as superintendent from Plum Borough Schools where he led the district since 2018.
Some parents are extremely concerned about Dr. Hyland’s new appointment, given what happened under his watch while he was the principal at North Allegheny Intermediate.
Melinda Wedde is a mom with two kids in the NA School District who has some major hesitations.
“My main concerns with this superintendent candidate is that he has a past with the district that is not very positive,” Wedde said. “We know he’s been involved in a Title IX lawsuit with North Allegheny.”
North Allegheny Intermediate was the subject of a Title IX lawsuit in 2016. In that suit, Dr. Brendan Hyland was named as the principal who failed to protect a female student from enduring bullying and sexual harassment. The suit says the girl even attempted suicide. That lawsuit was eventually settled for a confidential amount.
“Another thing a lot of us wanted was someone with a commitment to student safety,” Wedde said. “I don’t think this candidate has a track record of a commitment to student safety at all.”
Some parents are also concerned this new hire isn’t financially responsible.
“There have been a lot of budget cuts and this will be a huge expense,” Wedde added. “He’ll be paid a lot more than the outgoing superintendent. I hope the school board will listen to the community and at the very least table the vote.
We reached out to the North Allegheny School District about the board’s choice for superintendent, but we did not hear back.
A board meeting will also be held tomorrow night in Plum. That’s when the board will make a decision on accepting Dr. Hyland’s resignation.
If appointed by the North Allegheny school board, Brendan Hyland is looking at a $240,000 salary with the district and a five-year contract.
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PITTSBURGH — With just four days left until Pittsburgh turns into “Swift-burgh” preparations at Acrisure Stadium are well underway, and around the city: hotels, parking, and restaurants are also ramping up for the big day.
Southern Tier Brewing Company anticipates record-breaking sales for this weekend’s sold-out Taylor Swift concerts and will be preparing accordingly.
“We are fully staffed; we’ve got beer taps at both ends of our entrances. We have an extra delivery this week, they’ve been prepping up on pretzels all week we are going to make sure we have everything we need to feed the masses,” said Anna Brailey, a manager at Sothern Tier Brewing Company.
It’s not just north shore restaurants that are gearing up for the “Swifties” invasion.
“We expect to be barely standing room only, we put as many tables in the beer garden as we can, and our only restriction is that if you’re coming in you are spending some money,” Brailey said.
It’s sold-out hotels too, experts say 6,000 downtown rooms have already been booked: its parking lots, and public transit: the PRT announced extra light rail trains will run to and from the stadium Friday and Saturday: and for fans who’ve waited for months.
“I sat in the queue all day to get our tickets.”
Courtney Stone is taking her two daughters. Despite being locals, they too have prepared purchased t-shirts and shimmer dresses to go along with Swift’s popular hits Bejeweled and Karma.
Stone even considered getting a hotel
“I am going to just drive us down because then if we can get back to my car, they can at least fall asleep if it takes us hours,” Stone said.
With North Shore hotels sold out and nearby lots going for upwards of $60. Experts said this weekend may be the biggest of the summer.
“We think it’s going to be record-breaking,” said, Jerad Bachar, the President & CEO of Visit Pittsburgh.
And that’s saying something after last year’s four mega concerts of the Mötley Crüe Band, Def Leppard, Metallica, and Billy Joel attracted 160,000 fans and left an economic impact of $41 million dollars.
“People are coming in for this concert all over the region so we know there is going to be a lot of out-of-town visitors who are going to stay in our hotels, eat in our restaurants…”
Officials said they won’t be able to tally the exact impact until after the concert weekend but said this will be a record-breaking concert for the city.
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WASHINGTON D.C. — As the size and danger of wildfires continue to grow across the United States, a new watchdog report is shedding light on the ongoing recruitment challenges for the federal government to hire and keep federal wildland firefighters on the job.
A new report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) said wildfires destroyed more than 12,000 homes, businesses, and other structures in the U.S. on average each year from 2017 to 2021.
Despite the growing need, recruitment remains a big challenge for the federal government.
The report points to recruitment barriers like low pay, career-advancement challenges and mental health concerns among other issues.
“Forest Service and Interior officials and all 16 stakeholders we interviewed for our 2022 report said that the pay for federal wildland firefighters is low,” the report said. “Officials and eight stakeholders also noted that the pay does not reflect the risk or physical demands of the work. We reported that the Forest Service and Interior agencies in August 2021 implemented an administration initiative to increase the minimum hourly wage for federal wildland firefighters from $13 to $15 per hour.”
The report said while the increase in pay was a positive step, “pay still did not reflect the demands of the job and was not competitive with nonfederal entities.”
“The recruitment process is broken,” said Casey Judd, President of the Federal Wildland Fire Services Association. “Let’s take care of our federal wildland firefighters. Let’s compensate them properly. Let’s recognize them for who they are and once we do that, we’ll see if we improve recruitment and retention.”
Judd said federal firefighters have been flagging these recruitment challenges since at least the 1990s and said it’s long overdue for a change.
“Maybe we should have started a wee bit longer ago and we could have had a lot of these issues resolved by now,” said Judd. “We just need better communication with all groups of folks and let’s use our money wisely.”
In response to the GAO report, a spokesperson for the U.S. Department of Agriculture pointed out that Congress did allocate more money for the Department to help address these growing needs in the latest budget: “The USDA Forest Service Fiscal Year 2024 Budget takes another significant step forward in ongoing efforts to build and maintain a professional, year-round workforce that is better aligned with the challenges of today’s wildfire activity which are expected to continue to increase due to climate change. The Budget builds upon the historic reforms in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) by providing a permanent solution for Federal wildland firefighters.
Increasing investments in the Federal wildland fire management workforce to deliver an updated, competitive, and equitable pay structure and an improved support system will help address recruitment and retention challenges that have affected this workforce for decades.
We greatly appreciate the significant resources Congress has provided through the BIL and the IRA that will allow the Forest Service, with our many partners, to take the initial steps to address the wildfire crisis.
We remain committed to working with congressional leaders on this crucial proposal. We look forward to working with Congress to support, retain, and modernize the federal wildland firefighter workforce.”
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ROCHESTER BOROUGH, Pa. — Rochester Borough police in Beaver County are looking to identify a man they said is suspicious.
According to police, the man was in the area of juveniles.
Anyone with information is asked to call Rochester Borough police at (724) 775-1100.
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PLUM BOROUGH, Pa. — A local family is mourning the loss of a beloved husband, dad and grandfather.
James Baker, 66, from Penn Hills, was riding his motorcycle days before Father’s Day when he was hit by a car along Unity Trestle Road at around 3:45 p.m. Sunday.
The car took off and Baker died from his injuries.
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Ode to Dad Fresh Strawberry Pie
By Angie Battle
- Makes one 9-inch-deep dish pie
Crust:
- 10 oz. store-bought shortbread cookies
- 7 TBSP unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ c. granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
Filling:
- 2 lbs. fresh strawberries, washed, hulled & quartered and dried thoroughly (you can reserve 7-10 whole berries for the top, if desired)
- 1 c. pureed strawberries (will take about a half pound, give or take—so, buy three pounds total)
- ½ c. water
- 2/3 c. granulated sugar
- 1 3-oz box of strawberry Jell-O
- Squeeze of fresh lemon (about 2 tsp.)
Optional:
- 2-3 oz. white chocolate, melted
- Whip cream, whipped topping, etc.
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°.
2. In a food processor, pulse the shortbread cookies until they reach a fine crumb. Add salt, sugar and melted butter, and pulse again until crumbs are evenly wet.
3. Dump the crumbs into the bottom of the pie dish, then work on the edges first: Press the crumbs evenly about a ¼” thick up the sides to the top rim. Once the sides are secured, flatten the bottom into an even layer. (If the crumbs are sticking to your hands too much, consider using a plastic foodservice glove, or putting your hand inside a plastic baggie to press the crumbs down. Using a measuring cup works well too.)
4. Bake the crust at 350° for 12 minutes, then cool thoroughly.
5. If you are using the white chocolate (which you should!) spread the chocolate across the bottom and ⅔’s up the sides of the cooled pie shell using a pastry brush. Put the whole thing in the fridge or freezer to help the chocolate thoroughly set.
6. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine the pureed strawberries, sugar, lemon juice and cornstarch with a whisk until all the cornstarch lumps are gone. Then, while whisking constantly, bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat until thick. (It should go fast!) Once it has thickened, remove from heat, then whisk in the Jell-O. Let cool for at least a half hour, or until room temperature.
7. Add most of the cooled berry sauce to the quartered strawberries, toss to coat evenly, then layer evenly in the prepared pie shell. If you save some whole berries for the top, toss the rest of the sauce with these then arrange with the bottoms up on top of the pie. Use a spatula and scrape out any remaining sauce evenly over the pie.
8. Let pie sit in the refrigerator for at least three hours to set, or overnight, then serve chilled.
* Tips: If you cannot smell the strawberries through the carton, they are bound to not taste very sweet. They should also be somewhat shiny. You can skip the white chocolate, but it does provide an excellent moisture barrier to the filling, keeping your crust crisp much longer. If you do not have a food processor, you can crush the cookies in a plastic bag, it will just take a bit longer.
Enjoy! | https://www.ktvb.com/article/news/local/idaho-today/idaho-today-flavorful-kitchen-ode-to-dad-fresh-strawberry-pie/277-ced232f3-d8ef-4edb-9933-e6158ec705dd | 2023-06-12T23:00:09 | 1 | https://www.ktvb.com/article/news/local/idaho-today/idaho-today-flavorful-kitchen-ode-to-dad-fresh-strawberry-pie/277-ced232f3-d8ef-4edb-9933-e6158ec705dd |
BONNEVILLE COUNTY, Idaho — A man was rescued from the Snake River in Heise, Idaho east of Idaho Falls on Saturday, June 10 around 8:00 a.m. According to the Bonneville County Sheriff's Office, his pickup, camper and trailer went off road and into the river.
He was rescued by Idaho Falls Ambulance, Jefferson Central Fire, Air Idaho Rescue, and Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office all responded alongside BCSO Search and Rescue, Dive Rescue and Drone teams after they had received multiple calls of a man in the water around 7:30 a.m.
"Deputies located the man on the semi-conscious on the riverbank upstream from the Byington Boat Ramp around 8:10am and were able to reach him by boat to transport him to the awaiting Air Idaho Rescue helicopter. The man was flown to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center to be treated for hypothermia and other minor injuries but is expected to survive," a press release stated.
Police said that the man was the only one in the pickup. Further, the strength of the river had moved the pickup, camper and trailer around a two-mile area in the river. The police also rescued his dog that was in the camper in the middle of the river.
"Conditions in the Snake River continue to be dangerous with high water flow from mountain runoff, strong currents and floating debris. The water temperature is extremely cold making it difficult to self-rescue if you end up in the water. Always plan for safety and consider the conditions of waters and back country areas you plan to recreate in," the release stated.
Police also thanked bystanders that helped locate the man.
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CALDWELL, Idaho — According to the Caldwell Police Department (CPD), they have evacuated the Walmart Neighborhood Market at Ustick Road and South 10th Avenue in Caldwell because a "wanted suspect" is inside the store.
"Today at 1:20 p.m., officers were called to a dispute in the area of 4900 block of Pioneer Ave. Officers arrived but the man had left. Officers canvassed the area but he was not located. The reporting party said he was a felon and he was armed. At 2 p.m., an employee at the Walmart called to report a suspicious man in the restroom. Police responded and recognized the man as the suspect from the earlier dispute call. A team of crisis negotiators are now in contact with the suspect," CPD stated.
Police are asking for people to avoid the area. KTVB contacted CPD, and the department said that they are communicating with the suspect who is still inside.
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WILDWOOD — An 18-year-old was charged with murder Monday after he allegedly stabbed someone to death during a fight, the Cape May County Prosecutor's Office said.
DaJohn L. Taylor, of Hightstown, Mercer County, turned himself in to police for killing Kaiden Braithwaite, 20, of Cliffwood, Monmouth County, the Prosecutor's Office said in a news release.
Taylor is also charged with aggravated assault, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, unlawful possession of a weapon and attempted homicide. He was taken to the Cape May County jail.
Taylor stabbed Braithwaite during a verbal fight that turned violent early Sunday morning, the Prosecutor's Office said.
A 911 caller told police about a disturbance near Magnolia and Atlantic avenues at 2:23 a.m. Officers found Braithwaite dead from several stab wounds, the Prosecutor's Office said.
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Detectives found there was a fight between two groups at a property in the 300 block of Magnolia. One group walking by confronted another sitting on the porch of that residence, after which shouting escalated into a physical altercation, the Prosecutor's Office said.
Taylor stabbed Braithwaite and two other people multiple times before running from the area, the Prosecutor's Office said. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/verbal-fight-leads-to-deadly-weekend-stabbing-in-wildwood/article_9b5932d8-0961-11ee-bfbc-87c666877675.html | 2023-06-12T23:02:03 | 1 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/verbal-fight-leads-to-deadly-weekend-stabbing-in-wildwood/article_9b5932d8-0961-11ee-bfbc-87c666877675.html |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox announced he will be holding a series of town hall meetings across Tuscaloosa this summer.
The meetings will be held in a casual, come-and-go style at locations throughout Tuscaloosa. The goal is to give residents a chance to discuss plans, ideas and concerns with city leadership. The series kicks off Saturday with District 6 Councilor John Faile.
The town hall schedule is as follows:
- Saturday, June 17: Jack’s on Skyland Blvd, 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
- Friday, June 30: Live at the Plaza, 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- Saturday, July 22: Heritage House North River, 8 a.m. – 10 a.m.
- Monday, August 28: Catch-A-Taste, 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- TBD: Skyland Elementary, Evening
- TBD: TCTA, Evening
For updates, follow the City of Tuscaloosa or Mayor Walt Maddox on social media. For questions, call 311. | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/tuscaloosa-town-hall-meetings-scheduled-throughout-the-summer/ | 2023-06-12T23:05:51 | 0 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/tuscaloosa-town-hall-meetings-scheduled-throughout-the-summer/ |
Man accused in 2020 drug killing starts trial this week. Here's what to know
LAS CRUCES ― A jury selection launched a trial Monday for a man accused of shooting another man more than a dozen times in 2020.
Angel Rosales, 25, faces a jury for first-degree murder, armed robbery and possession of a firearm as a felon. Rosales is also charged with conspiracy to commit first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit armed robbery. If convicted, Rosales could face decades of prison for killing 27-year-old Justin Eric Clark on Dec. 15, 2020.
Rosales will now plead his case to a jury over the next four days. Prosecutors with the Third Judicial District Attorney's Office will do the same.
A robbery, a murder, and a drug deal gone wrong in Doña Ana
Doña Ana County Sheriff's Detective Lawrence Louick wrote in an affidavit that Rosales and his then-girlfriend, 23-year-old Jasmine Morales, plotted to ambush and rob Clark.
In the affidavit, Louick said that Rosales and Morales had an arrangement with Clark as part of Clark's drug dealing. It's unclear from the affidavit if Rosales and Morales were customers of Clarks or if they worked for him. Either way, Clark had a standing arrangement with the couple that often had the duo appear at Clark's residence in Doña Ana.
Louick said that Clark's cell phone showed that Rosales and Morales had arranged a meet-up on Dec. 15, 2020, at 7:30 a.m. When the meeting occurred, Louick said Rosales used a rifle to fire 13 .40 caliber bullets into Clark's body.
Two and half hours later, Rosales and Morales were spotted driving near West Picacho in Las Cruces by two Las Cruces Police Department officers. When the officers tried to pull Rosales and Morales over, they said Morales sped away. Eventually, the officers used a PIT maneuver to disable Rosales and Morales' car and arrested the duo. In the back of the truck they found .40 caliber shell casings and thousands of dollars in cash.
Morales was also charged with the same slate of crimes after the arrest sans the murder charge. Court records show the case remains open. Since then, Morales has been charged with six other crimes, including drug trafficking and larceny, in unrelated incidents.
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SAN ANTONIO — Pull out the hats, sunscreen and water bottles—summer heat is arriving in humidity-boosted earnest to the Alamo City region.
Though Bexar County narrowly avoided being included in a Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service for parts of South Texas on Monday, San Antonians who expect to be outside for long stretches of time this week should exercise caution.
Afternoon highs of 100-plus degrees are in store nearly every day this week, with high humidity levels boosting feels-like temperatures closer to 110.
Triple-digits are expected to be reached for the first time this year on Tuesday, and dangerous heat likely won't let up until next week at the earliest.
South Texans are encouraged to drink plenty of water, take breaks out of the sunshine and wear light-colored clothing to avoid heat-related illness such as exhaustion or heat stroke.
It's especially important, too, that pets or children aren't left unattended in vehicles this week. When it's 80 degrees outside, it takes just 10 minutes for temperatures inside cars to reach 99 degrees, according to the NWS. After 30 minutes, temps inside the car will hit 114.
CPS Energy's website, meanwhile, can be used to determine where your thermostats should be set on any given day. Monday is a Green Day, meaning utility users can save money by setting their thermostat to 78 degrees in the summer while utilizing fans to create more cooling air.
More tips can be found here.
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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Parents and student-athletes are outraged at Science Hill High School after a beloved coach was removed from his position.
David Nutter announced on his personal social media page Saturday that he would not coach for Science Hill’s cross country or track teams for the upcoming school year.
Johnson City Schools has not said why Nutter was removed from his coaching positions.
In a statement, a representative for the district said, “That is a personnel matter. Out of respect to all parties involved, we do not speak publicly about personnel matters.”
Nutter’s former student-athletes and their parents are making a push to reinstate him as coach.
“We want to know why, but there shouldn’t be a why,” said Science Hill Sophomore runner Tommy Gilmore. “He should be the coach.”
Science Hill cross country summer workouts were supposed to start Monday, but without Nutter around, many of the student-athletes and parents do not know what will happen next.
Dave Johnson is one of many parents of runners who spoke highly of Nutter.
“He’s been my son’s cross country coach since seventh grade and just really has been a great influence on him,” Johnson said. “Not just aspects of running, but aspects of life and just everything else that comes along with sports. Really helping him to grow as a person, as an athlete and as a leader as well.”
The news came as a shock to many on the cross country team, including sophomore Natalie Hayes, as they now enter summer training without a coach.
“At first, I wasn’t sure if we were going to have a cross country team because Coach Nutter is the heart and soul of the Science Hill cross country team,” Hayes said.
As of Monday, neither the runners nor their parents know who will coach them this year, but sophomore Nate Powell said he feels Nutter’s sudden departure is unfair.
“I’m fine with them bringing a different coach in,” Powell said. “I love Nutter, but the way they went about it is wrong. It’s wrong for Nutter. It’s wrong for us.”
Parents are making an effort to get Nutter back on the team. Calls for Nutter’s reinstatement flooded social media after he made the announcement.
Natalie Hayes’ mother Lara Hayes said those calls make a statement.
“Number one, let the school know that he means more to the school than maybe that they realize,” Lara Hayes said. “Also number two, to let him know that he means a lot to the students and that we’re there for him.”
At the start of an uncertain season, some student-athletes are putting their support behind Nutter.
“I want to get Coach Nutter back,” said Natalie Hayes. “I think that’s the goal, but I want Coach Nutter to know that he means a lot to everybody on the team.”
Some said the team just won’t be the same without the coach, and they might not return to the team if he’s not there.
“I’m upset,” said Gilmore. “The other runners are upset, and what I’m saying out right now is I’m not running unless it’s for Nutter.”
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A Tucson man who was convicted in May of killing his estranged wife and two children was sentenced Monday to natural life in prison.
Pima County Superior Court judge D. Douglas Metcalf issued John Edwards James three natural life sentences after he was found guilty of the murders of Willona White, 44, Talmadge Holmes Jr., 18, and Jaiden White, 14.
During the sentencing, James told the courtroom, "I didn't do this," and shook his head while Metcalf read his charges out loud.
Victim impact statements were also read in court. In a letter, Talmadge Holmes Sr., the father of Talmadge Holmes Jr., wrote that his son didn't do anything to hurt James, asking him why he murdered him. He also wrote that James deserved to spend the rest of his life in prison.
Joseph Ricks, the deputy county attorney for the Pima County Attorney's Office, called the murders "targeted and personal," stating that the natural life sentence was a great outcome for the case.
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James’ trial began on May 2 and lasted until May 15. He represented himself throughout the trial.
After the trial ended, James filed a motion for a new trial. He told Metcalf on Monday that he didn't believe he received a fair trial, and he believes the suspect was still at large.
His motion was later denied by Metcalf.
On July 1, 2021, officers arrived at a house in the 7600 block of East Toronto Street, near East Stella Road, and found both Jaiden and Holmes shot to death in their bedrooms. Their mother, Willona, was also found dead in the master bedroom, an interim complaint filed in Pima County Justice Court said.
Willona White’s family members told police they suspected James, her ex-boyfriend, was responsible for the killings due to an extensive history of domestic violence. During the time of the murders, James was out on pretrial release from a 2019 assault case against Willona White involving a firearm, the complaint said.
According to a timeline of the slayings, Willona White spoke to a friend on the phone on June 30, saying she ended the relationship and was now afraid of her life, the complaint said.
Later that day, James recorded a song on his phone that included lyrics such as, “I will load up my pistol with teeth from a pitbull” and “you play with me you play with your life,” the complaint said.
In the evening, Willona White’s neighbor reported hearing 16 to 17 gunshots followed by a small engine speeding off.
When searching the house, officers noticed a window with tape on it that looked like it had been tampered with. The tape was tested, and the DNA of James and the three victims were found on it, the complaint said.
A gray sports bag was also found near the area that had James’ DNA on it, the complaint said.
James did not give a statement to police but did say he was with a female all night at his residence. The investigation later revealed that James was not at his residence the night of the shooting, the complaint said.
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Life finds a way.
An example of nature’s resilience is on display in Catalina State Park, as flowers have started blooming atop the one remaining living arm of a giant saguaro that collapsed last year.
The saguaro, estimated to be around 200 years old, toppled in August 2022, drawing attention due to its advanced age, numerous arms and prominence along a popular trail.
A single arm remained upright even as the rest of the cactus lays nearby, decaying. And that arm is now in full bloom, showcasing vibrant flowers and even producing fruit, says Michelle Thompson, communications chief for Arizona State Parks and Trails.
“I think all of us were really surprised that that arm survived and that it was getting enough nutrients to flower and then produce fruit,” she said.
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The phenomenon of life springing from decay is not unheard of among saguaros. Thompson mentioned instances where arms closer to the ground or at the base of a fallen cactus have managed to survive. However, the current situation, with a blooming arm high up on what appears to be a dead stump, is remarkable and has caught the attention of experts and nature enthusiasts.
The giant saguaro fell along Romero Ruins Trail, making it highly visible to hikers and leading to its fame.
“Anyone who was hiking along the Romero Trail would be able to see it,” Thompson said. “I just think that helped share its notoriety, just people taking social media pictures and posting that. It was a stunner.”
There are other huge saguaros in the park of similar age and arm counts, but their locations make them less noticeable, Thompson said. Saguaros reaching the age of approximately 200 years are uncommon, and their sprawling arms add to their grandeur.
Another prominent Tucson-area saguaro that sported more than 30 individual arms and was estimated to be about 150 years old also collapsed last summer. Nicknamed Strong-Arm, it stood in Marana's Tortolita Preserve.
Eddie Celaya is a breaking news reporter and host of the "Here Weed Go!" podcast. He graduated from Pima Community College and the University of Arizona and has been with the Arizona Daily Star since May 2019. | https://tucson.com/news/local/giant-dead-saguaro-flowers/article_37110e00-094c-11ee-8fe9-7bd695bfdfa5.html | 2023-06-12T23:17:47 | 1 | https://tucson.com/news/local/giant-dead-saguaro-flowers/article_37110e00-094c-11ee-8fe9-7bd695bfdfa5.html |
ROCKDALE COUNTY, Ga. — A former Rockdale County Sheriff's deputy was arrested and faces murder charges in connection with the father of her unborn child's death in Clayton County.
The Clayton County Police Department said officers responded to the 1200-block of Southlake Court, which is the address for the Southlake Cove Apartments, in Jonesboro on June 4 at 8 p.m. in reference to a person shot. When officers arrived, the police department said they found Terrell Douglas, 28, near the entrance of an apartment door with a gunshot wound.
Douglas was taken to the hospital, where he later died, according to the Clayton County Police Department.
A Clayton County Police investigation revealed Douglas and former Rockdale County Sheriff's Deputy Jovaa Jackson, 31, were in a relationship and Douglas was the father of her unborn child.
Witnesses told Clayton County Police that Douglas had been visiting a friend when Jackson arrived and an argument ensued between Douglas and Jackson. The argument turned deadly when Jackson took out a handgun and shot Douglas, Clayton County Police added.
The Rockdale County Sheriff's Office said Jackson was hired in October 2015 and "resigned in lieu of termination" in May of 2023. The police department added that she was under investigation for employee misconduct.
Clayton County Police said Jackson turned herself in on June 6. She turned over a weapon to detectives, the police department said.
According to Clayton County Police, Jackson faces the following charges:
- Malice murder
- Stalking
- Possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime
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ATLANTA — Atlanta Police are investigating after a person was shot at Piedmont Park Monday.
11Alive SkyTracker flew over the scene around 6:30 p.m., where crime scene tape was seen around the basketball and tennis courts.
APD said the person who was hurt is alert, conscious and breathing.
Detectives are still investigating what happened. APD said it will provide an update as more information becomes available.
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OLD TOWN -- A recent outbreak of browntail moths at a local playground left some community members wondering what they should do.
After discovering a brown tail moth infestation at Binnette Park in Old Town, Miriam Wilcox wasn't sure where to turn.
Wilcox was enjoying a day at the park with her daughter and son Sunday afternoon, but after they finished up their snack Wilcox noticed some unwanted guests were starting to bug her.
"I look down and there's a caterpillar crawling across the table that doesn't look like the normal eastern tent caterpillar," says Wilcox, "Didn't really think much about it. The kids were playing on the playground and I was trying to figure out how I should- if I should report it, who to report it to, and then my son says 'Well mom those moths you're talking about... There's some all over the playground'".
Knowing browntail moth caterpillars can cause intense rashes, Wilcox was worried about her children's safety.
After finding and documenting the invasive caterpillars, Wilcox took to Facebook to alert community members through the community action old town page, where many people pointed her in the direction of old town public works.
Once notified, the city wasted no time getting to work.
Old Town's Assistant City Manager, travis roy says, "We reached out to a contractor to come look at the situation to see what needed to be done next. We closed the park. We do have signage up. We're working on getting those messages on our website and on our Facebook page".
City officials say if you see brown tail moths either out in public or on your own property you need to keep your distance.
"Just the little hairs can fly off of them in a tree. They can shed them so to speak," says Roy, "They can come from the caterpillars and you can inhale them or they can land on your skin from multiple feet away or falling out of a tree onto you. If it's not your property, tell somebody. You can call the old town city hall at 827-3962 and give us the information and we'll act on that". | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/browntail-moth-outbreak-found-and-contained-in-old-town/article_f8889120-096a-11ee-9bb9-efb46ad7c423.html | 2023-06-12T23:18:48 | 0 | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/browntail-moth-outbreak-found-and-contained-in-old-town/article_f8889120-096a-11ee-9bb9-efb46ad7c423.html |
BANGOR -- A former Lee Academy basketball coach and teacher charged with sexually abusing a student made his initial appearance in court today.
Twenty-eight year old Michael Richardson has been charged with five counts of gross sexual assault, and one count of unlawful sexual contact.
Richardson, who had been living in a dorm at Lee Academy according to Penobscot County Prosecutor Chelsea Lynds, turned himself in Friday to Maine State Police when he learned a warrant was issued for his arrest.
Lynds originally wanted his bail set for 25 thousand dollars, but Richardson's defense attorney Jonathan Goodman argued that his bail should be set for 15 thousand dollars instead. District Court Judge Meghan Szylvian agreed to his motion.
According to Goodman, "We're requesting a lower amount of bail. 15 thousand dollars, we believe this is appropriate. I've researched cases in the Bangor area and it seems like in conjunction with what other, more serious allegations with in the last couple years that at 15 thousand dollars, it seems to be a reasonable cash bail in this case."
"From the states perspective he's a threat to the community," said Lynds. "Students, minor students are obviously are at the most vulnerable members of society. Teachers are in a position of trust and the evidence supports overwhelmingly that he took advantage of that power dynamic."
Richardson's next court date is a dispositional conference that is scheduled for September 5th. | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/lee-academy-coach-and-teacher-charged-with-sexually-abusing-student/article_7c00dea4-096b-11ee-b05f-7b0f309b7eac.html | 2023-06-12T23:18:54 | 0 | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/lee-academy-coach-and-teacher-charged-with-sexually-abusing-student/article_7c00dea4-096b-11ee-b05f-7b0f309b7eac.html |
BLUE HILL- A 25-year-old Penobscot man died in a motorcycle crash in Blue Hill .
It happened just before one am Sunday on Union Street.
Lt. Tim Cote with the Hancock County Sheriff's Department says Asher Bowden lost control of the motorcycle he was driving while attempting to negotiate a curve.
The motorcycle hit a utility pole.
Asher died at the scene.
The cause of the accident remains under investigation. | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/man-killed-in-blue-hill-motorcycle-crash/article_724833f6-0968-11ee-9cd3-47f80991c12e.html | 2023-06-12T23:19:00 | 1 | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/man-killed-in-blue-hill-motorcycle-crash/article_724833f6-0968-11ee-9cd3-47f80991c12e.html |
SOUTHWEST HARBOR -- Southwest Harbor Police Department and the Maine State Police Major Crimes Unit are investigating the death of a female who was found in a ditch near 61 Maine Street Sunday morning.
According to Department of Public Safety's Public Information Officer Shannon Moss, a passerby noticed the female at approximately 11:37 a.m. Sunday morning before calling 911.
The cause of the death is still undetermined and the Office of Chief Medical Examiner is expected to conduct an autopsy.
Hearing about the incident for the first time, Southwest Harbor residents say they'd never expect something like to happen in this town.
"I've never really thought about southwest harbor being a dangerous place or an unsafe place. It's really sad when someone in the community is hurt," said Talia Morson-Allen.
"I've never seen anything like this. I've never heard anything like this down here but I think it's sad and it's uncalled for, and I would really like to get some answers," said Hal Foster.
Maine State Police are asking anyone with information on this case to call (207) 973-3700. | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/police-investigating-death-of-female-found-in-ditch/article_1eeba9ca-096a-11ee-967c-3f299d64cae3.html | 2023-06-12T23:19:06 | 1 | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/police-investigating-death-of-female-found-in-ditch/article_1eeba9ca-096a-11ee-967c-3f299d64cae3.html |
BROOKSVILLE, Fla. — The DeSantis Administration says it wants Hernando County voters to decide whether the superintendent job should be appointed by the school board – as it currently is – or, whether it should be an elected position.
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill to put the issue to a vote, which could have implications on school districts beyond Hernando County.
As conservatives have push to take more control of school districts and local education, DeSantis upped the ante last week, signing a bill targeting Hernando School Superintendent John Stratton.
“I'm not naive,” Stratton said at the last board meeting. “I know that politics play a huge role in every bit of this.”
Stratton does, however, appear to have the support of many parents, district employee and students. He also has the backing of at three of the district's five board members, which allowed him to survive repeated no-confidence votes.
Two years ago, Stratton also survived a failed senate bill aimed at making the superintendent job an elected position rather than a board appointee.
Board member Linda Prescott, who supports Stratton, said it’s difficult to move forward collaboratively under such circumstances.
“I'm willing to work, but it is very hard to work with someone you know wants you gone,” Prescott said, “And wants the superintendent gone.”
“They will keep pushing the envelope until they get the answer that they want,” 10 Tampa Bay Political Expert Lars Hafner said.
Hafner says putting the superintendent’s position to a referendum in Republican-leaning Hernando County is just another avenue to replace Stratton.
“And if the majority in any one county happens to be dominated by a party, like Hernando and the Republicans, it could be smart strategy,” Hafner said.
While the governor's proposal specifically targets Stratton, Hafner warns that if DeSantis succeeds, other districts that have appointed superintendents like Hillsborough County could be next.
Florida and Alabama are the only two states remaining which still allow superintendents to be elected.
The rest of the country has moved away from that, calling education non-partisan, and opting for leadership with educational expertise regardless of politics.
“You're going to see a lot of money poured into Hernando County to win the ballot initiative,” Hafner predicts, “And more if they win the superintendent of their choice, because they believe that will be the start of being able to do that throughout the state of Florida.”
Hernando voters will have their say on the referendum during the 2024 primary election. | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/hernandocounty/hernando-county-voters-future-superintendent-stratton/67-fdb8ea20-4544-4372-9767-953b6e6a766a | 2023-06-12T23:22:26 | 0 | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/hernandocounty/hernando-county-voters-future-superintendent-stratton/67-fdb8ea20-4544-4372-9767-953b6e6a766a |
MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — The Manatee County Sheriff's Office is searching for a 4-year-old boy who is part of an active investigation, the agency said Monday.
The boy who goes by Daniel has brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a navy blue shirt with an astronaut and planets.
It's believed he could be with his father, Maynor Daniel Perez Martinez, the sheriff's office said.
Anyone with information about the child's location is urged to call the Manatee County Sheriff's Office at 941-747-3011.
The sheriff's office did not provide details on what the active investigation was in connection to the child. | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/manateecounty/search-child-manatee-county-investigation/67-fa1154b8-d996-40f7-8bc3-d7a6e73ea2d5 | 2023-06-12T23:22:32 | 1 | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/manateecounty/search-child-manatee-county-investigation/67-fa1154b8-d996-40f7-8bc3-d7a6e73ea2d5 |
DES MOINES – Another dry week with more isolated rain showers left 5.8 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending Sunday, according to the United States Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Service. Some farmers were finishing up soybean planting as planting nears conclusion. Other field activities included cutting hay and spraying crops. Drought concerns are increasing.
“While below-average precipitation in the first half of June has been helpful for field work, soil moisture levels remain low and drought conditions have worsened across large swaths of the state,” said Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig. “Though the more seasonal temperatures have helped alleviate some moisture stress in both corn and soybeans, we are now in an ‘El Niño Advisory’ and outlooks thankfully indicate more rainfall chances through the end of the month.”
Topsoil moisture condition rated 14% very short, 46% short, 39% adequate and 1% surplus. Subsoil moisture condition rated 13% very short, 46% short, 40% adequate and 1% surplus.
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Corn emergence is nearing completion at 98%, one week ahead of last year and eight days ahead of the five-year average. Corn condition declined to 70% good to excellent. Ninety-five percent of soybeans have emerged, 11 days ahead of last year and two weeks ahead of the average. Soybean condition dropped to 66% good to excellent. Sixty-six percent of the oat crop has headed, 10 days ahead of last year and nine days ahead of normal. There were reports of some oat fields starting to turn color. Oat condition declined to 66% good to excellent.
Ninety-one percent of the state’s first cutting of alfalfa hay has been completed, roughly two weeks ahead of last year and the five-year average. Hay condition declined to 49% good to excellent. Pasture condition rated 41% good to excellent. No major livestock concerns other than precipitation needed to improve pasture conditions.
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Spotty showers and thunderstorms were reported across much of Iowa last week, though unseasonably dry conditions continued, especially in northeastern Iowa, according to Justin Glisan, state climatologist with Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship.
Rainfall deficits were in the one- to two-inch range with only pockets in the northwest above normal. Warmer temperatures persisted across Iowa’s northwestern two-thirds while conditions were seasonal to cooler over the southeastern one-third; the statewide average temperature through the reporting period was 69.8 degrees, 1.3 degrees above normal.
Weekly rain totals ranged from no accumulation at multiple stations to 3.15 inches at Estherville Municipal Airport. The statewide weekly average precipitation was 0.53 inch, while the normal is 1.15 inches. Logan (Harrison County) and Sioux City Airport reported the week’s high temperature of 93 degrees on the 7th, on average 13 degrees above normal. Chariton (Lucas County) and Elkader (Clayton County) reported the week’s low temperature of 42 degrees on the 9th, on average 13 degrees below normal.
Is it too hot to walk your dog? 5 safety tips for summer weather
How hot is too hot to walk my dog?
Summer can bring scorching temperatures that leave responsible dog owners wondering when it’s too hot to take their pup on a walk. Dogs tend to overheat more quickly than humans, so paying careful attention to the temperature and your dog’s body language is essential.
As a general rule, if the temperatures are over 90 degrees, you’ll likely want to wait until the cooler evening for a walk. You can also place the back of your hand on the sidewalk or pavement and hold it there for seven seconds. If that’s too hot for your hand, it’s also too hot for your dog’s paws.
How can I prevent my dog from overheating on walks?
Following a few simple safety tips can make long summer strolls just as fun for your dog as they are for you. Here’s what you need to know as the temperatures rise.
1. Timing is everything.
When the sun is at its peak, pavement can become scorching hot. It’s best to save walks for early mornings or late evenings when the temperature is cooler. Skip mid-day walks when the sun is blazing unless you can stroll in a wooded area where the ground gets plenty of shade.
2. Stay hydrated.
Just as it’s important for people to get plenty of water on hot days, it’s also important for dogs. When walking in the summer, grab a cold water bottle and a collapsible dog bowl. If you notice excessive panting or salivation, take a break and give your dog time to hydrate. Freezing low-sodium broth in an ice cube tray is also a great way to get your dog more fluids in the summer.
3. Stay in the shade.
Staying in shady wooded areas is ideal, but for city-dwellers, it’s best to cross to the shady side of the street. Plan your dog's walking routes in areas with more tree or building coverage to keep your dog’s paws cooler. As a bonus, it might help you avoid your next sunburn.
4. Protect their paws.
As mentioned before, if the sidewalk is too hot for the back of your hand, it’s also too hot for your dog’s paws. Stick to grassy areas, or get some breathable dog booties to protect their paws from hot pavement.
5. Watch for signs of overheating.
Dogs produce far less sweat than people, so they’ll need your help to stay cool in the summer.
Watch for common signs of your dog overheating which include:
Excessive panting
Difficulty breathing
Drooling
Weakness
Fatigue
Collapsing
If you notice any of these symptoms, get to a shady spot and offer your dog plenty of water. Wetting your dog’s paws, belly, and ears with cool water can also help bring down their body temperature. You can even store some dog ice cream in the freezer for a special treat when you get home.
Is it safe to walk my dog in the summer?
When walking your dog in the summer, it’s important to keep the warning signs of overheating in mind, especially with dog breeds that have short noses or thick coats. If you follow a few simple safety tips, your dog can enjoy the long summer days and all the extra evening walks that come with the season. | https://wcfcourier.com/news/local/usda-iowa-crop-report-drought-fears/article_f1210f78-095d-11ee-a04f-9fdfa44e7f6e.html | 2023-06-12T23:23:58 | 1 | https://wcfcourier.com/news/local/usda-iowa-crop-report-drought-fears/article_f1210f78-095d-11ee-a04f-9fdfa44e7f6e.html |
Dallas Police are asking for help identifying and finding the person who they say kidnapped a 7-year-old girl on Sunday.
After an AMBER Alert was issued Sunday evening, the child was found at about 12:40 a.m. Monday walking in the apartment complex where she was taken from in Southern Dallas. The child was taken to a hospital for an evaluation and no further details were shared about her condition.
"It's a relief that she was recovered safely, now the main job is finding out who the suspect is, the vehicle and bringing some closure for this family and for this little girl," said Kristin Lowman, a spokesperson for the Dallas Police Department.
On Monday DPD released a timeline of what took place on Sunday.
Investigators said a 9-year-old and a 7-year-old girl left their apartment on the 1500 block of Argentia Drive at about noon. While walking, they were approached by a man who offered them a ride.
"They were approached by a Black male suspect in what's being described as a gray crossover vehicle, stopped and offered the children a ride and the children got in the car. They went to a local store where the 9-year-old got out, went to the door, turned back around once realized the store was closed and the suspect drove off with the girl inside the car," said Lowman who said this took place around 12:15 p.m.
Police said an adult who found the 9-year-old in the parking lot of a shopping center at West Kiest Boulevard and South Polk Street called 911 around 12:33 p.m.
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That's when the search began for the 7-year-old girl. As police responded to the scene, they began to identify the children along with attempting to identify the suspected driver, according to DPD.
Police then issued the AMBER Alert at 6:45 p.m. after, after the girl had disappeared for about six hours. She was later found in her apartment complex around 12:40 a.m.
"Almost 1 a.m. when a child was seen in that same apartment complex where they had left from, the neighbor recognized her and she was taken to a local hospital for treatment," said Lowman.
Police said no vehicle was seen dropping the child off near where she was found.
"The investigation continues and we are asking for the public’s help to identify the suspect, and vehicle used in the kidnapping," police said Monday afternoon in a statement.
The man who offered the kids a ride was described as Black with short dark hair. He was estimated to be about 30 years old. The vehicle was described as a gray crossover SUV with spots of color missing.
Anyone with information is asked to call 214-671-4268. The FBI and Secret Service are assisting the Dallas Police Department.
TEXAS STATEWIDE ALERT PROGRAMS
There are seven kinds of alerts that can be issued for people in Texas. They are listed below with links to a page with more information.
- Active Shooter Alert (in development)
- AMBER Alert
- Blue Alert
- Silver Alert
- CLEAR Alert
- Camo Alert
- Endangered Missing Person Alert | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/amber-alert-discontinued-for-girl-7-in-dallas/3275304/ | 2023-06-12T23:24:23 | 1 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/amber-alert-discontinued-for-girl-7-in-dallas/3275304/ |
In Arlington, healthcare workers and others took a break to honor a woman who spent decades helping patients while breaking barriers.
On Monday, surrounded by loved ones and former colleagues, Margaret Taylor was celebrated as the first Black nurse in the City of Arlington.
Taylor grew up in segregated Arlington, she rode the bus to Fort Worth and graduated from high school in 1957.
Then a family member set her on a path that would unknowingly change history.
"My aunt worked in the cafeteria and she said they're starting a nursing school why don't you go get you a job - and I've been here ever since," said Taylor.
She went on to care for patients for 45 years, she retired in 2014.
On Monday, ahead of the Juneteenth holiday, Tarrant County celebrated Taylor's service and impact on Black history and the community.
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Taylor was remembered for running a tight ship, with kindness. "Everything she did had a caring attitude and a little laugh and so patients were always happy to see her," a fellow nurse said.
Others were on hand to meet and learn from the woman who blazed a trail for future generations.
"I did not get here without being on the shoulders of those who came before me and so to have the presence of her and to know how she conducted herself, role-modeling the behaviors that I will continue to be inspired by and to continue to walk in my own profession as a Black nurse and know what I need to do in my community to continue to influence and mentor others who will come behind me," said registered nurse Ashel Carter.
At age 85, Taylor is enjoying retirement and has advice for today's youth.
"Keep striving for whatever your dream is even if it's a dishwasher if that's what want, do it," she said. "You can be what you want to be, set your mind and your heart to it, you can do it." | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/arlington-honors-the-first-black-nurse-in-the-citys-history/3276010/ | 2023-06-12T23:24:29 | 1 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/arlington-honors-the-first-black-nurse-in-the-citys-history/3276010/ |
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People are still cleaning up the aftermath of massive hail that fell across parts of North Texas.
From Denton to Dallas and Frisco to Farmersville, the damage is widespread. The shredded leaves are a telltale sign of where large hail occurred.
“It was very scary. Very scary. You could just hear things breaking all over the place and that’s the second time in my life I’ve ever been in a hail storm that big,” said Montie Upchurch, whose home was damaged by hail.
Neighbors at Rocky Point Mobile Home Park in Flower Mound are dealing with dented cars, broken windshields, and broken windows on their homes. They believe the hail was as big as tennis balls.
“It came up and hit the window – and my nose was about this far from the window,” said Gary Bitsko, holding his hand right up to his nose. “That’s when I shut the door.”
He had two windows damaged in the storm. His neighbor Upchurch also had three windows smashed by the stones.
Upchurch said he worries about how families will cover the costs of the widespread damage.
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“I’m not going to be able to fix my truck, I just have no money. This is a pretty poor neighborhood. Luckily, I think my landlord is going to come fix the windows,” he said.
Elsewhere, large hail was reported in places like Argyle, Bartonville and other parts of Denton County.
We saw auto glass repair teams replacing windshields and roofers sending drones up to inspect damage across the area.
Your pictures of large hail in Sunday evening storms, June 11, 2023
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Neighborhoods in Collin County and further east were also hit.
“I feel sorry for a lot of the homeowners in North Texas, I feel like especially in the Frisco, McKinney, Allen corridor. We just keep getting hit every year. Over and over, back to back,” said Jason Hamilton, co-owner of Major League Roofing in Frisco.
Hamilton was on the move throughout Monday responding to calls.
“Some of my customers have contacted me today. We just put a roof on them, you know, six months ago,” he said. “I just got off a roof in Farmersville. It was totaled, every slope was totaled.”
If your neighborhood experienced large hail but you don’t see any obvious damage on your roof, experts say you might want to get an inspection. Even if the shingles are intact, markings that look like this are an indicator of further damage underneath the shingles on the fiberglass and other material that could lead to a leaky roof down the line.
“It's very important to have a have a roofing company inspect your roof and really try to find honest guys,” said Hamilton. “And that's important. You want to be honest with your customers, you don't want to have them file a claim when they don't need to and if they do need to, then you need to kind of help them through that process.”
Hamilton also recommends talking to your home insurance. Make sure your deductible isn’t too high.
"I would say the number one thing that's important is to check your percentage of your policy. If you have a deductible, you want to make sure that it's at 1% or lower, because that's the portion of the claim that the homeowner is actually responsible to pay out of their own pocket. A lot of folks choose a two or a 3% deductible and then they have a catastrophic event. It doesn't take too long to figure out that math," he said.
The type of insurance you have also matters.
"Make sure you have what's called an RCV policy, not an ACV policy. What that's going to do is that's going to allow you to restore your home back to its original condition. An ACV policy is only going to pay out a depreciated amount over time,” Hamilton said.
If you have damage, keep in mind that roofing repairs and replacements are expensive.
“All of our pricing in roofing is really based off of the oil price,” said Hamilton. “It's an asphalt-based product. And so as the price of oil goes up, the price of material goes up, I would say an average home in the metroplex on a roof is going to run between $20,000 and $50,000. It really depends on the size.”
While the cleanup continues, residents know it’s just another season of living with hail in North Texas.
“Nobody got hurt though, that’s what’s important,” said Upchurch. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/residents-clean-up-large-hail-damage-across-north-texas/3275975/ | 2023-06-12T23:24:41 | 1 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/residents-clean-up-large-hail-damage-across-north-texas/3275975/ |
Swings, slides and other equipment retired from McKinney parks are finding new life on playgrounds in Africa and Europe.
The city is partnering with Project Playground, a Houston-based business that takes playground equipment that's being retired or demolished and refurbishes it before relocating it to new homes overseas.
Earlier this year a play structure from McKinney's Fitzhugh Park was recently refurbished and sent to Africa where it's now being loved by 1,400 elementary school children in Zambia.
"Following the addition of a playground on our property, we have noticed that school children come earlier than usual to school just to have more time to play. It has improved attendance and punctuality in schools where we hardly have any absenteeism," said Matimba, who works at the Nakowa Primary & Secondary School in Zambia.
McKinney is donating equipment from six more parks, including Hill Top, A. Hardy Eubanks, Jr., Dr. Charles McKissick, Finch, W.B. Finney, and Serenity parks, which will be refurbished and sent overseas.
"Part of our mission as the Parks and Recreation Department is to connect people to spaces that allow them to build strong relationships, improve overall wellbeing, and foster inclusiveness. This is a tangible way we can use our resources to do that not just in McKinney, but in another part of the world," said Michael Kowski, director of parks and recreation. "We want to be the model for others to follow, and this is a great way we can be good stewards of our resources and continue to enhance the quality of life in McKinney and even around the globe."
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The city said the playground from Eubanks Park is heading to Romania while the play structure and swings from Finch Park will go to Botswana. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/retired-mckinney-playgrounds-headed-overseas-to-africa-europe/3275840/ | 2023-06-12T23:24:47 | 1 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/retired-mckinney-playgrounds-headed-overseas-to-africa-europe/3275840/ |
BALTIMORE — June 12 is the day Baltimore City Police will start writing citations for lower level crimes.
It’s something former State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby did away with, but the new leadership decided it was time to bring back a modified version.
Current State's Attorney Ivan Bates recently rolled out the new citation docket and he said this plan is in alignment with the city’s plan to attack the issue in Baltimore from a holistic approach.
“Mass incarceration doesn’t benefit anybody and it really has hurt the Black community, my community. When I look at that we will not go back there as long as I’m State's Attorney however, we will have accountability. We’re trying to steer individuals who may be doing some of the wrong things per say, but we’re not trying to criminalize them we’re trying to steer them in the right direction,” Bates said.
Some of the reasons to receive a citation includes disorderly drinking, driving or riding on a dirt bike, loitering, urinating in public and possession with intent to deliver marijuana just to name a few. Bates talked about why these low level crimes are now becoming a focus.
“So for us the entire state [has] been doing it, we in Baltimore City haven’t been doing it, we’re getting back to doing it the right way. But the voters have been saying they want this to happen,” Bates said.
Instead of being arrested for these low-level crimes, people will get a written citation to appear in court the first two times. They will then complete community service and have the option to receive wrap around services provided to have their records expunged.
“So we have job training, or you know if it's drugs, you been using drugs for the past three, four years, we have drug treatment. Individuals who have mental health will go ahead and give them mental health screening and services that they need to help them. We don’t want individuals to have a record,” Bates said.
Citation docket offenses will be reviewed in court once a month in three locations, Wabash for the westside, Eastside courthouse on North Avenue for east-siders, and Patapsco for the southern part of the city.
However, for the people who are repeat offenders and try their luck a third time they could risk receiving jail time.
“We just want to make sure we do it in a manner we’re not trying to hurt individuals, we’re trying to help individuals and give the wraparound services that individuals need,” Bates said.
The first trial date will be July 17, Bates said part of the goal of the citation docket is to hopefully encourage people not to re-offend and to give them the hand that they need to help themselves.
To learn more information about the citation docket and the process click here. | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/citation-offenses-start-being-distributed-monday | 2023-06-12T23:28:23 | 0 | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/citation-offenses-start-being-distributed-monday |
DALLAS — ERCOT is forecasting Texas will blow past its record-high demand for energy this week.
Parts of North Texas, including Fort Worth, hit 100 degrees for the first time this year Sunday, June 11. In the next 10 days, North Texas will likely see seven days where temperatures top 100.
“That extra degree or two of heat is causing that extra thousand megawatts to be needed,” Doug Lewin, author of Texas Energy and Power newsletter, said. “That can be the difference between outages and not.”
Lewin doesn’t expect outages this week or possibly at all this summer, but conservation calls are a possibility.
Headed into summer, record demand for ERCOT is 80,038 MW set July 20 of last year when Texas set records 11 different times.
ERCOT expected peak demand this summer to pass that, hitting 82,739 MW.
Now, in just the second week of June, forecasts as of Sunday evening are for a peak of 81,871 MW at 5 p.m. on Friday, June 16.
“This is going to continue to be a problem. They’re going to continue to under-predict,” Lewin said. “We’re going to have very few years that aren’t extreme years going forward. That’s just the new reality.”
The rise in demand is substantial: 1,000 MW is roughly the capacity needed to power 200,000 homes.
Outages usually happen because of three issues: high demand, unexpected outages and poor performance from wind and solar.
This week, while demand will be high, ERCOT is forecasting around 5,000 MW of outages which is about normal, and Lewin points solar generation should perform extremely well.
“We’re at twice as much solar [capacity] and almost three times as much storage as last summer,” Lewin said. “That is going to make a big difference. It’s one of the reasons why next week isn’t going to be as big an issue.”
Lewin’s long-term concern is a lack of HVAC efficiency and a need for a conservation system that’s more regulated and automatic than simply asking for public help. He also puts the surge in demand on statewide growth along with global warming.
“Every time we break a record, that indicates a failure because we are not implementing energy efficiency solutions,” he said. “We are not implementing demand response solutions.”
With a hot summer possibly ahead, both Texans and the grid could need relief.
“It’s like I tell my kids, ‘focus on the things that you can control’,” he said. “You can’t control the wind, but you can control demand-side, storage, all of these kinds of things.” | https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/local/ercot-projecting-new-record-energy-demand-with-100-degree-heat/287-a58a800e-c4c4-4121-99ae-9755124135ce | 2023-06-12T23:28:23 | 0 | https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/local/ercot-projecting-new-record-energy-demand-with-100-degree-heat/287-a58a800e-c4c4-4121-99ae-9755124135ce |
They're celebrating a milestone by giving back to the community they've called home for 11 years.
Live! Casino and Hotel Maryland held a day of service for their 11 year anniversary.
Eighty workers volunteered for projects like a food drive at Our Daily Bread Rehabbing, a home for young adults experiencing homelessness with City of Refuge Baltimore, a community clean-up with 6th Branch, and senior bingo at Morningside House of Friendship.
City of Refuge says help like this is vital.
"We would have really struggled to get this done, and we would've had to get it done just as we could. But when a company comes in and volunteers with us like this it allows us to shove the needle so much faster. So instead of one or two people working on a project, I now have up to twenty to help us get this project going so we can move youth in," said Bill Humphrey, Executive Director of City of Refuge.
Live! holds a day of service every year on their anniversary. | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/live-casino-hotel-celebrates-11-year-anniversary-with-day-of-service | 2023-06-12T23:28:29 | 0 | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/live-casino-hotel-celebrates-11-year-anniversary-with-day-of-service |
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