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PHOENIX — A family of four has been displaced by a fire in north Phoenix, according to authorities.
The fire broke out Saturday afternoon at a home near 43rd Avenue and Cactus Road, said Capt. Scott Douglas with the Phoenix Fire Department.
Douglas said a man was treated for minor smoke inhalation at the scene.
The fire started in the kitchen, according to Douglas.
"Crews arrived and quickly attacked the flames from interior positions as well as from the roof," said Douglas. "The fire was then contained with no extension spreading to the neighboring residences."
Douglas said the displaced family is being assisted by a crisis team.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
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Residents in wildfire-prone areas are urged to have an emergency supplies kit to bring with them of they are evacuated from their homes, especially as Arizona residents are beginning to see early widespread fire activity throughout the state.
An emergency supply kit should be put together long before a wildfire or another disaster occurs. Make sure to keep it easily accessible so you can take it with you when you have to evacuate.
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that residents near a disaster store emergency supplies in a plastic tub, small suitcase, trash can, backpack, or other containers.
Residents should make sure they have the necessities, such as three gallons of water per person and a three-day supply of ready-to-eat food, the NFPA said. A first-aid kit, prescription medications, contact lenses, and non-prescription drugs should also be taken into account.
Copies of any important family documents, including insurance policies, identification, bank account records, and emergency contact numbers should also be taken and put into a waterproof, portable container in your kit, the NFPA said.
The association lists other items that would help in a disaster, including:
- Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person
- Battery-powered or hand-cranked radio and a NOAA weather radio to receive up-to-date information
- Dust mask or cotton T-shirt to filter the air
- Matches in a waterproof container
- Complete change of clothing including long pants, long sleeve shirts, and sturdy shoes stored in a waterproof container
- Signal flare
The entire NFPA checklist of supplies can be found here. | https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/family-displaced-by-fire-in-north-phoenix/75-3918b722-2237-4200-bd20-9f131718aa5a | 2023-07-09T00:42:46 | 0 | https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/family-displaced-by-fire-in-north-phoenix/75-3918b722-2237-4200-bd20-9f131718aa5a |
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. — In response to the ongoing challenge of finding affordable childcare in western Washington, Snohomish County leaders have allocated $7.6 million to six capital projects that will increase high-quality, affordable child care.
The projects will create nearly 360 new childcare slots across the county. Five of the six funded projects are located in extreme childcare deserts. Award amounts and information about the projects are listed below.
Volunteers of America Western Washington (VOAWW) – Lynnwood Neighborhood Center
Awarded $2 million
As part of the larger Lynnwood Neighborhood Center project, VOAWW will build new classroom space to serve 62 children including preschool, toddler, and infant classrooms. Additional services available on-site include family support, behavioral health integration, on-site medical services and community-based intensive services for children, youth, and adults.
Rise Up Academy – Academy Expansion Project
Awarded $2 million
This project will construct a new childcare and early learning facility that will increase Rise Up Academy’s childcare capacity from 70 to 130 slots. The larger project, while not funded with this award, will also include long-term affordable housing units.
“At Rise Up Academy, we embrace excellence and serve as beacons of hope for children, families, and communities in their pursuit of breaking free from the cycle of poverty and academic challenges that plague BIPOC communities,” said Dr. Paul A. Stoot, Sr., CEO and executive director of Rise Up Academy.
Thursday's announcement happened at Rise Up Academy, formerly known as Greater Trinity Academy, where the work they've done for the past 23 years was highlighted. Mariam Tourè served as an example of their successful early childcare program. Tourè started at the Academy when she was two years old, only speaking French.
"It's part of the reason that upon entering public school, I skipped kindergarten and first grade. That's why I started high school at 13 years old," Tourè said.
While at Rise Up, she had the chance to read a book for Bill Gates, Sr., a well-known philanthropist, who was amazed a 5-year-old had such advanced reading skills.
"It's really crazy to think about, so many years ago, that was Bill Gates, Sr. because I had no idea, but that also makes it real because I didn't know who he was. I was just doing what I knew how to do," she said.
The 18-year-old credits Rise Up Academy for the success she's seen so far in her life. Now, she's giving back as a teacher. The planned project that'll expand access to Rise Up's early childcare program makes Tourè happy.
"It makes me excited for the future of the school and the future of the kids," she said.
Tourè plans to join the military where she will eventually transition into the nursing field.
Housing Hope – Tomorrow’s Hope Child Development Center
Awarded $1 million
Housing Hope will construct a new facility for Tomorrow’s Hope Child Development Center, doubling the program’s capacity to provide full-day, trauma-informed child care for children who have experienced homelessness, poverty, or early traumas. The project will create 136 to 142 new childcare slots. This facility will also provide job training in the early childhood education field and on-site behavioral health services for children and parents.
Camp Fire Snohomish County – Camp Killoqua Child Care Center
Awarded $1 million
Camp Killoqua plans to renovate and transform an existing large open conference room into childcare classrooms and create a fenced play area. This project will create 32 additional childcare slots.
“Camp Fire Snohomish County is very excited for this incredible opportunity from Snohomish County! We are thrilled to begin offering childcare options in North County for families that have known us for years,” Krissy Davis, Executive Director of Camp Fire Snohomish County, said. “Our new facility will incorporate our tried-and-true programming alongside child care and connections to nature and the outdoors. We are so grateful to Snohomish County for helping us bring this dream to life!”
Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County – Edmonds Club Child Care
Awarded $1 million
This project constructs a new one-story, 12,000-square-foot building to expand childcare offerings from the current 70 slots to up to 120 slots once the expansion is complete.
Latino Educational Training Institute – Incubators for Families’ Success
Awarded $656,193
LETI will develop a 1,232-square-foot modular building and outdoor playground for a child development center beside their current office. This project will provide approximately 20 childcare slots for Latino and immigrant community members.
These awards are funded through the County’s federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) allocation. | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/snohomish-county-allocating-76-million-increase-affordable-childcare/281-9e6b4bef-b514-49c5-9098-6ed191185fdb | 2023-07-09T00:56:27 | 0 | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/snohomish-county-allocating-76-million-increase-affordable-childcare/281-9e6b4bef-b514-49c5-9098-6ed191185fdb |
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The police blotter is a public record of incidents as reported by law-enforcement agencies. All individuals arrested or charged with a crime are innocent until proven guilty. The information printed is preliminary and subject to change.
Thursday 06/22:
North Bend
• 12:01 am, family dispute, 900 block of Montana Ave.
• 12:56 am, 42 year old female cited on warrant, 1200 block of Clark Street.
• 7:13 am, juvenile problem, Virginia and Broadway.
• 7:43 am, burglary, 1500 block of McPherson Ave.
• 9:28 am, disorderly conduct, 1800 block of McPherson Avenue.
• 4:34 pm, 43 year old cited for driving while suspended, Sheridan and Washington.
• 6:21 pm, phone harassment, 3800 block of Vista Dr.
Coos Bay
• 12:15 am, shoplifter, 1000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 4:26 am, animal neglect, 400 block of N 14th Street.
• 9:03 am, theft, 1000 block of N Bayshore Drive.
• 10:58 am, criminal mischief, 300 block of S 6th St.
• 11:01 am, civil issue, Woodland Drive.
• 1:32 pm, fraud, 1000 block of Augustine Avenue.
• 1:41 pm, theft, 700 block of S 7th Street.
• 2:51 pm, 38 year old male booked at Coos County jail on warrants, 3rd and Central.
• 2:55 pm, family dispute, 400 block of W Ocean Blvd.
• 2:58 pm, dispute, 1000 block of Augustine Street.
• 3:46 pm, 33 year old male booked at Coos County jail on warrant, 200 block of Central Avenue.
• 4:14 pm, theft, 1200 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 5:26 pm, disorderly conduct, 100 block of S 2nd St.
• 6:17 pm, shoplifter, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 7:16 pm, criminal mischief, 400 block of W Ocean Blvd.
• 9:20 pm, assault, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 9:35 pm, shoplifter, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 9:57 pm, shoplifter, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 9:57 pm, fraud, 200 block of S Schoneman Street.
• 10:03 pm, theft, 700 block of S Broadway Street.
• 10:12 pm, disorderly conduct, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 10:48 pm, disorderly conduct, 600 block of S 11th St.
• 11:14 pm, dispute, 1000 block of Newmark Avenue.
Coquille
• 1:26 am, 29 year old male transported to Coos County jail on theft III, 200 block of W Highway 42.
• 6:22 am, located wanted subject, 300 block of E 3rd Street.
Reedsport
• 7:31 am, disorderly conduct, NRA Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area.
• 8:33 am, theft, 2100 block of Birch Avenue.
• 4:51 pm, theft, Best Western.
Friday 06/23:
North Bend
• 7:00 am, disorderly conduct, 800 block of California Avenue.
• 9:58 am, disorderly conduct, 3000 block of Broadway Avenue.
• 10:08 am, theft, 3800 block of Brussells Street.
• 10:27 am, theft, 1100 block of Virginia Avenue.
• 12:37 pm, theft, 1600 block of Virginia Avenue.
• 1:37 pm, disorderly conduct, 2400 block of Connecticut Avenue.
• 2:16 pm, theft of services, 1900 block of Newmark St.
• 2:33 pm, drinking unlicensed premises, 1200 block of Virginia Avenue.
• 3:45 pm, civil problem, 700 block of Virginia Ave.
• 4:44 pm, burglary, 2200 block of McPherson Ave.
• 5:57 pm, disorderly conduct, 1700 block of Virginia Avenue.
• 7:10 pm, dispute, 700 block of Connecticut Ave.
• 7:33 pm, dog bite, 3200 block of Tremont Avenue.
Coos Bay
• 10:00 am, vicious dog, 500 block of S Wasson St.
• 11:51 am, animal injured, 2300 block of Ocean Blvd.
• 12:00 pm, unauthorized use of motor vehicle, 300 block of S 10th Street.
• 12:47 pm, 44 year old male lodged at Coos County jail on warrant, resisting arrest, assault on a peace officer and escape III, Empire Lakes/John Topits Park.
• 3:10 pm, violation of restraining order, 1400 block of Ventana Court.
• 3:18 pm, fraud, 200 block of Broadway.
• 3:38 pm, located stolen property, 800 block of D St.
• 3:49 pm, vehicle vs pedestrian, 900 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 4:05 pm, 37 year old male transported to Coos County jail on warrant and theft III, 2000 block of Newmark Ave.
• 4:26 pm, civil problem, 800 block of S 1st Street.
• 4:43 pm, theft of chainsaws from garage, 1600 block of Bayview Drive.
• 6:02 pm, civil problem, 200 block of N Wasson.
• 7:33 pm, dead animal, 2500 block of Koos Bay Blvd.
• 9:31 pm, disorderly conduct, 1100 block of Newmark Avenue.
Reedsport
• 12:59 am, juvenile problem, 3000 block of Ridgeway Drive.
• 2:20 am, noise complaint, 1900 block of Cedar Avenue.
• 11:54 am, fraud, Reedsport Police Department.
• 2:43 pm, disturbance, 1200 block of Winchester Ave.
Saturday 06/24:
North Bend
• 11:44 am, disorderly conduct, Newmark and Broadway.
• 2:27 pm, shoplifter, 2100 block of Newmark Street.
• 4:23 pm, disorderly conduct, 3700 block of Buccaneer Lane.
• 6:15 pm, violation court order, 2000 block of Sherman Avenue.
• 6:58 pm, theft of bike, 2300 block of Montana Avenue.
• 7:58 pm, theft of services, 700 block of Connecticut Avenue.
Coos Bay
• 2:39 am, theft of bike, 1900 block of N 7th Street.
• 6:18 am, 72 year old female transported to Coos County jail on violation of restraining order and criminal trespass II, 200 block of N Broadway Street.
• 9:46 am, dead animal, 2500 block of Koos Bay Boulevard.
• 9:49 am, graffiti calls, 700 block of S Empire Blvd.
• 10:10 am, 69 year old male transported to Coos County jail on warrant, Empire Lakes/John Topits Park.
• 10:14 am, dead animal, 500 block of Lockhart.
• 10:50 am, disorderly conduct, 300 block of W Central Avenue.
• 11:08 am, 39 year old male transported to Coos County jail on harassment, 300 block of W Central Ave.
• 11:15 am, theft of mail, 400 block of Newmark Ave.
• 12:19 pm, dispute, 500 block of 10th Avenue.
• 12:34 pm, 40 year old female transported to Coos County jail on criminal mischief I, Isthmus Slough Bridge.
• 1:42 pm, theft, 500 block of 11th Avenue.
• 4:03 pm, burglary, 100 block of LaClair Street.
• 4:21 pm, shoplifter, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 4:42 pm, theft, 700 block of S Empire Boulevard.
• 9:12 pm, 35 year old male served on warrant, 200 block of N Baxter Street.
• 10:40 pm, 39 year old male transported to Coos County jail on criminal trespass II, 2000 block of Newmark Avenue.
• 11:24 pm, family dispute, 1900 block of Newmark Ave.
Coquille
• 2:13 am, 29 year old male transported to Coos County jail on burglary II, theft III, criminal mischief III and probation violation detainer for Parole & Probation, Riverwalk.
• 9:20 pm, disorderly conduct, 200 block of W Highway 42.
• 2:31 pm, minor in possession tobacco, 96900 block of Highway 42S.
• 2:44 pm, theft, 600 block of N Central Boulevard.
• 6:57 pm, dispute, 1500 block of N Ivy.
• 7:24 pm, disorderly conduct, 1000 block of N Knott Street.
• 7:26 pm, 39 year old male transported to Coos County jail on disorderly conduct II, two counts menacing, two counts attempted assault IV and physical harassment, N Birch and W 6th.
• 10:11 pm, assault/dispute, 800 block of N Elliott St.
Reedsport
• 2:15 am, disturbance, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
• 10:12 am, theft, Ace Hardware.
• 5:10 pm, juvenile problem, 1000 block of Ranch Rd.
Sunday 06/25:
North Bend
• 1:22 am, dispute, 1500 block of Sherman Avenue.
• 2:59 am, theft of ticket voucher, 3200 block of Tremont Avenue.
• 7:09 am, animal complaint/barking dogs, 2500 block of Sherman Avenue.
• 10:37 am, 47 year old male transported to Coos County jail on warrant, 1600 block of Virginia Ave.
• 11:40 am, theft, 2100 block of Virginia Avenue.
• 12:45 pm, theft, 2000 block of Clark Street.
• 4:25 pm, male subject transported to Coos County jail on warrant, 1800 block of Newmark Street.
• 4:39 pm, harassment, 2100 block of Ohio Street.
• 7:36 pm, juvenile problem, 1200 block of Virginia Ave.
• 8:25 pm, threats, 1100 block of Virginia Avenue 12:22 am, domestic dispute, 3200 block of Tremont Avenue.
Coos Bay
• 10:34 am, narcotics investigation, 100 block of S 7th Street.
• 10:59 am, theft, 300 block of E Street.
• 11:54 am, family dispute, 700 block of S Cammann St.
• 12:34 pm, dispute, 100 block of Ocean Boulevard.
• 1:26 pm, 65 year old male cited on criminal trespass II, 1000 block of Evans Blvd.
• 3:20 pm, custodial interference, 400 block of S Wall Street.
• 4:53 pm, juvenile problem, 400 block of S Wall St.
• 5:41 pm, animal complaint, 100 block of S 7th St.
• 6:16 pm, fire, 200 block of Hull Street.
• 6:59 pm, 65 year old male transported to Coos County jail, 1000 block of Evans Blvd.
• 7:05 pm, hit and run accident, Newport and Hugo.
• 8:45 pm, dispute, Broadway and Tioga.
• 8:47 pm, dispute, 1000 block of Elrod Avenue.
• 9:23 pm, runaway juvenile, 700 block of S Cammann Street.
Coquille
• 2:43 am, prowler, 1500 block of N Ivy Street.
• 10:06 am, 39 year old male cited for driving while suspended, Finnley Loop and Tanana Lane.
• 2:57 pm, theft, 400 block of N Central Boulevard.
• 11:50 pm, disorderly conduct, 800 block of E 11th St.
Reedsport
• 1:08 am, noise complaint, 800 block of S Hill Drive.
• 8:16 am, trespassing, Church of God.
• 10:46 am, theft, The Church of Latter Day Saints.
• 4:14 pm, trespassing, Ace Hardware. | https://theworldlink.com/news/local/police-blotter/article_eb781d02-1d65-11ee-9c18-e3e6ad0c44e3.html | 2023-07-09T00:58:33 | 0 | https://theworldlink.com/news/local/police-blotter/article_eb781d02-1d65-11ee-9c18-e3e6ad0c44e3.html |
Summer is finally here! After you’ve celebrated our independence with fireworks at the Mill Casio on July 3rd followed with the fireworks display in downtown Coos Bay on July 4th and before you head out on a vacation, take a look at all the things going on at home, just in the month of July.
The little Theatre on the Bay hosts great country music at the Little Ole Opry, weekends from July 8th through July 30th. North Bend holds their quarterly Sip & Stroll on Friday night the 21st with the proceeds going to the Main Street program to continue to deliver Community Main Street events. The 44th annual Oregon Coast Music festival kicks off with a free concert at Mingus Park Saturday July 15th followed by performances at different venues through July to the 299h. Saturday July 22nd at noon, there is another free concert of Celtic music and Dancing in the gardens at Shore Acres. This year, why not see all the performances. | https://theworldlink.com/news/local/the-chamber-minute-a-lot-to-do/article_82d9edce-1d66-11ee-a6f4-2f6412e3aacf.html | 2023-07-09T00:58:39 | 1 | https://theworldlink.com/news/local/the-chamber-minute-a-lot-to-do/article_82d9edce-1d66-11ee-a6f4-2f6412e3aacf.html |
PITTSBURGH — The Allegheny County Medical Examiner said a body was found in the Monongahela River.
Emergency crews were called to the area near the Smithfield Bridge on Fort Pitt Boulevard on Wednesday at around 6:46 a.m.
The man found in the river has been identified as 39-year-old Raheem Buchanan.
Buchanan’s manner of death has not been released at this time.
Pittsburgh Police are investigating.
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Smith's Gardentown general manager up for national award
Michael Fiore, vice president and general manager of popular local nursery Smith’s Gardentown is one of just three finalists for the National Young Retailer of the Year award.
Fiore’s family has owned and operated Smith’s for four generations and over 74 years, and now Fiore is receiving national recognition for the work he and his family have done.
Fiore began working full-time for Smith’s nine years ago, and has helped grow the business's online presence through social media.
Application for the award included an essay regarding challenges in the garden center industry, and Fiore’s submission was enough to land him a finalist spot.
Next, he’ll interview with a panel of judges at the Cultivate 23 symposium and trade show in Columbus, Ohio, July 17. The symposium will also feature the announcement of the winner of the award. If Fiore wins, he’ll make an appearance on the cover of “Green Profit” magazine.
Fiore was also invited to serve as a speaker at a conference in Minneapolis. | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/07/08/smiths-gardentown-general-manager-up-for-national-award/70384948007/ | 2023-07-09T01:09:49 | 1 | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/07/08/smiths-gardentown-general-manager-up-for-national-award/70384948007/ |
SEATTLE — Liam Blakey loves collecting old pictures.
On a recent trip to a Snohomish antique shop Liam, whose father works for KING 5, paid 25 cents for a shoebox full of obscure photos.
But what was inside was priceless.
"I'd seen the name, but I couldn't put a face to the name," said Liam.
Among the dozens of photos were a handful that had the name Dick Spady handwritten on the back.
But who is Dick Spady?
Liam posted that question on a Seattle history Facebook page and found the answer.
"I just thought, cool! Mystery solved! I thought that would be it," said the UW history graduate.
Dick Spady is none other than the founder of the Seattle institution Dick's Drive-In.
He died in 2016 at the age of 92.
The photos are dated 1947.
They show Spady at just 24 years old when he was studying business at Oregon State -- seven years before he opened the first of his legendary burger joints.
The photos also show Dick with his mom, girlfriend at the time, and baby brothers.
Very few photos from that era still exist. When the Spady family found out, they offered to pay Liam for them. But Liam had something else in mind.
"My one stipulation in giving them back was I wanted a free Dick's burger," chuckled Liam. "I'm assuming one will be in the mix when I return the photos to the family."
On Wednesday, Liam handed over the photos to Dick's son, John Spady, outside the landmark drive-in on 45th Avenue in Seattle's Wallingford neighborhood.
"I want to thank you, Liam, for recovering our family history from the dustbin," John said, shaking hands.
"Or the shoebox," laughed Liam.
Spady believes the pictures probably got to the antique store via an estate sale from Dick's late ex-girlfriend, Audrey Stoneburg.
"Having these echoes of our past is really meaningful and helps put things in perspective," said Spady.
As a finder's fee, Liam gratefully accepted $50 in gift certificates for free Dick's burgers.
As they said their goodbyes Liam and John posed for a picture under the iconic, spinning Dick's sign.
Liam's dad, Mike, snapped the shot.
It's a photo that now adds to their own family history.
"I'm very passionate about making sure history is preserved," said Liam. "That's my number one goal, in the end." | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/family-photos-dicks-burgers/281-3420a5df-0761-4934-99da-305f37cd3ff1 | 2023-07-09T01:13:14 | 0 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/family-photos-dicks-burgers/281-3420a5df-0761-4934-99da-305f37cd3ff1 |
WASCO COUNTY, Ore. — A fire is burning near Mount Hood prompting Level 3 (Go Now) evacuation orders for nearby people camping, according to Wasco County Sheriff's Office.
The fire was reported just after 4 p.m. near Boulder Lake and Bonney Meadow Campgrounds in the Mount Hood National Recreation Area, roughly 22 miles from Mount Hood.
Level 3 (Go Now) evacuation orders are in place for Boulder Lake, Bonney Meadow, Badger Lake, Camp Windy and Post Camp campgrounds, according to WCSO. National Forest Road 4480, 4481 and 4890 are currently closed.
WCSO said the fire is approximately 25 acres. Oregon Forest Service and Oregon Department of Forestry are also responding to the fire.
No details on a cause or exact containment at this time.
Here's what evacuation levels mean
Level 1 Notice - Be Ready: Residents should be aware of the danger that exists in their area and monitor local media outlets for information. Residents with special needs should take note and begin making arrangements to evacuate. Evacuations at this time are voluntary.
Level 2 Notice - Be Set: This level indicates there is significant danger to your area, and residents should either voluntarily relocate to a shelter or outside of the affected area, or if choosing to remain, to be ready at a moment's notice. Emergency services cannot guarantee that they will be able to notify you if conditions rapidly deteriorate.
Level 3 Notice - Go Now: Danger to your area is current or imminent, and you should leave immediately. Listen to local media and watch for emergency personnel who may be coming by to give further instructions regarding the evacuation.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available. | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/wildfire/fire-government-camp-wasco-county-evacuations/283-5c663b68-f658-4227-81eb-2477387ccac4 | 2023-07-09T01:13:20 | 0 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/wildfire/fire-government-camp-wasco-county-evacuations/283-5c663b68-f658-4227-81eb-2477387ccac4 |
The Bunker Coffee House hosted an open house filled with laughter and celebration to mark its one year anniversary on Saturday.
Dedicated to veterans, the coffee house, 2211 50th St., provide free services such as hair cuts, help in finding affordable housing and additional programs and services.
Jo Winn, the founder of the Bunker Coffee House offers one-on-one’s to sit down with veterans over a cup of coffee and a pastry to listen and create a plan on how to help them.
“This is the umbrella of love right here,” Winn said.
Winn said the fellowship between the veterans who come to the coffee house is why she created it. “With everything going on in the world, we’ve gotten away from just loving each other,” she said. She said the Bunker Coffee House is a place where no matter the circumstance, everybody is welcome. Winn said she’ll always listen to people because she’s “been through it.” “No matter what the need is, we’re here to support everyone and that’s the beauty of it (the coffee house),” Winn said.
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Winn described the environment of the Bunker Coffee House as “veterans helping veterans.”
Art Provencher frequents the café often and said he enjoys having a place where he can “just be around other veterans” since he’s a veteran himself.
“I try to make it at least once a week and we just spend time sitting and talking with veterans (and) helping them if they’re having issues,” Provencher said.
Brad Cramlet and John Argust also go to Bunker’s frequently. Cramlet said they like to come especially during the winter when it’s cold out and the two of them try to go every Friday.
“We come because we support this organization,” Argust said. “It’s dedicated to veterans and low-income people in our community which we really support as individuals.”
They said their favorite part about the coffee house is the “friendliness.”
State Sen. Robert Wirch came to the open house for his first time. He said he’s been trying to visit the Bunker Coffee House for a while now, but hasn’t found the right time.
“It’s important that we show our appreciation for the people who have served our country,” Wirch said. Wirch said he’s “very impressed” with what the Bunker Coffee House is doing and said it’s a “great place” for veterans to go to. “I love this effort to honor the veterans in this community and have a place where they can gather and trade stories,” Wirch said.
Winn said she is “blessed” to have the doors to the coffee house open. She said she would like a few more volunteers, but is proud of all the work they have put in.
“With all the support in Kenosha, there’s nothing we can’t do for someone,” Winn said.
Winn’s non-profit Walkin’ In My Shoes also was marking its 18th anniversary. | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/bunker-coffee-house-has-an-open-house-to-celebrate-its-one-year-anniversary/article_d127e9e2-1daa-11ee-8c19-e7e4418371b9.html | 2023-07-09T01:28:15 | 0 | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/bunker-coffee-house-has-an-open-house-to-celebrate-its-one-year-anniversary/article_d127e9e2-1daa-11ee-8c19-e7e4418371b9.html |
Kenosha HarborMarket’s 21st outdoor season continues with more than 130 booths every week through August, and more than 100 in September and October.
Find them at Second Avenue and 56th Street every Saturday,through Oct. 28.
Fresh produce is best
With the peak of the Wisconsin growing season upon us, it’s time to savor that fresh, direct-from-the-grower produce that is worth waiting for. Chat with the grower and learn more about the fruits and vegetables that you are eating. Strike up a conversation to find out why Mirai sweet corn is SO sweet. Get predictions of when Michigan-grown fruits, including cherries, plums, peaches and grapes, will arrive. Learn about heirloom varieties of produce, including the popular rainbow carrots. Explore all of the different varieties of lettuce, pepper and beans. Inquire as to why microgreens are so good for you.
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All of the dozen produce vendors at Kenosha HarborMarket, including Piscasaw Gardens, Van Laar’s Fruit Farm, Churchill Orchards, Wayne Miller Orchard, Vintage Prairie Farm, Family Farmers Market, Creator Farms and Song’s Farm, are happy to discuss the food that they bring.
Farmers currently have fresh cherries, blueberries, raspberries, rainbow carrots, garlic, greens, beets, beans, mushrooms, microgreens, turnips, zucchini, beets, lettuce, kale spinach, peppers, fresh herbs and much more. Tomatoes and peppers will be arriving shortly. Later in the summer expect the customer-favorites of sweet corn, sugar cube melons, super sweet watermelon, peaches and plums. Between May and October Kenosha HarborMarket farmers bring more than three dozen varieties of fresh produce.
Several growers bring buckets of just cut flowers direct from the field, and assemble one-of-a-kind bouquets throughout the day. Each grower has a different variety of flowers, and all hand-make lush, long-lasting bouquets.
Locally raised meat, poultry & eggs
You can also buy meat, poultry and eggs directly from the farm.
Adoption Acres and Sherwood Game Farm offer an assortment of beef, chicken, pork and duck every week, as well as small-batch sausages and bacon. Eggs are also available from Adoption Acres, Sherwood Game Farm and Cannivera.
These farmers are also happy to talk about the practices they use to bring fresh food directly to you.
Savor the experience
Shopping local at Kenosha HarborMarket is an experience meant to be savored. Walk the length of the market (over three blocks long) a few times. Pick up some fabulous foods from one of over two dozen prepared food and beverage vendors. Then grab a table and enjoy the sounds of live music (at two booths), serene green space and trees and an often-refreshing lake breeze.
Make a day of it every Saturday through Oct. 28, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Second Avenue and 56th Street. See you at KenoshaHarborMarket, your weekly destination for shopping local since 2003 and Kenosha’s Best Event in 2021 and 2022. | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/community-update-from-kenosha-harbormarket-fresh-produce-is-best/article_02c8a7e6-1da3-11ee-b6c3-7770e5930892.html | 2023-07-09T01:28:21 | 0 | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/community-update-from-kenosha-harbormarket-fresh-produce-is-best/article_02c8a7e6-1da3-11ee-b6c3-7770e5930892.html |
SPEEDWAY, Ind. — Indianapolis police officers handed out hundreds of backpacks filled with school supplies Saturday.
The department's Southwest District was at Allison Innovation Center on Cossell Road with around 800 backpacks to give to kids who stopped by.
Officers said they know it can be stressful for families to find all of the required supplies before the first day of school.
"It's a great way to help," said IMPD's Thomas Thompson. "They want to help the community in that need."
If you missed Saturday's giveaway, there are more opportunities before the start of the school year. Click here for more information. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/impd-partners-with-allison-provide-backpacks-school-supplies-800-kids-indianapolis/531-218991c0-04ae-418e-af4d-39c85e6f089b | 2023-07-09T01:32:19 | 1 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/impd-partners-with-allison-provide-backpacks-school-supplies-800-kids-indianapolis/531-218991c0-04ae-418e-af4d-39c85e6f089b |
MARTINSVILLE, Ind. — A house fire in Martinsville killed a person and their pet dog Friday night.
At around 9:30 p.m., the Martinsville Police Department responded to the report of a fire with a person trapped and attempted to rescue the resident.
Authorities said fire conditions rapidly deteriorated and attempts to save the resident were unsuccessful.
Firefighters got the blaze under control in about five minutes.
The cause of the fire is under investigation. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/martinsville-house-fire-kills-person-their-pet-dog-indiana/531-c0dd7ef9-3828-42ee-b90b-40da49fff25f | 2023-07-09T01:32:25 | 1 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/martinsville-house-fire-kills-person-their-pet-dog-indiana/531-c0dd7ef9-3828-42ee-b90b-40da49fff25f |
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — More than 100 racers from across the country came out to Laurel Run for the 117th Giants Despair Hillclimb.
The event got its start back in 1906, making it one of the world's oldest motor races.
"As the local volunteers and folks that organize it, we want to keep the tradition going. It's a long time; a lot of effort goes into keeping this going," said Dan Jones, Giants Despair Hillclimb Association.
Racers like Michael Kester of Larkesville say a lot of time goes into getting a car ready to take on the hill. It's one mile long with six winding turns.
"There's a lot of things that go through your head; braking, clutch, hitting the turn just right, then the next turn, always looking ahead," said Michael Kester, Larksville.
Racers tell Newswatch 16 the adrenaline rush of making it up Giants Despair is only part of the fun, "The history, there's a lot of history here, the hill had a lot of renowned drivers that have run here in the past, and this is our hometown race," said Ronald Moreck, Kingston.
"With this race, there are a lot of drivers that really like the history that's involved, like Carol Shelby and Roger Penske, they were really big names," said Jack Danko, Laurel Run.
For many in the crowd, spending the weekend at the hill climb is a tradition.
American Legion Post 815 looks forward to the 40-year tradition of their biggest fundraiser of the year.
"We do a lot of work with veterans in the community, we run different picnics for them, so any extra funds we can get to help support our veterans is welcome," said Mary Ann Sawicki, Secretary Auxilary American Legion Post 815.
The cars will take it to the hill Sunday starting at 9 a.m.
Check out WNEP’s YouTube channel. | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/luzerne-county/giants-despair-hillclimb-returns-laurel-run-dan-jones-michael-kester-ronald-moreck-jack-danko-mary-ann-sawicki/523-3c69ad13-d2c2-4804-b021-1fd21811f97b | 2023-07-09T01:36:00 | 1 | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/luzerne-county/giants-despair-hillclimb-returns-laurel-run-dan-jones-michael-kester-ronald-moreck-jack-danko-mary-ann-sawicki/523-3c69ad13-d2c2-4804-b021-1fd21811f97b |
WAYNE COUNTY, Pa. — Storms throughout Wayne County washed out roads and forced a restaurant to temporarily close Friday.
Mr. Yock's BBQ in Salem Township near Lake Ariel was flooded when heavy rains passed through the area Friday afternoon.
No one was injured, but everything inside, and the building itself, was heavily damaged.
The owner says clean-up has already started and hopes to be able to reopen soon.
Roads that were washed out from the storms were also cleared and reopened.
See news happening? Text our Newstip Hotline. | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/wayne-county/storm-damage-forces-restaurant-to-close-in-wayne-county-mr-yocks-bbq-lake-ariel-salem-township/523-bad3de77-34fe-477a-971b-e6917b311a80 | 2023-07-09T01:36:06 | 1 | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/wayne-county/storm-damage-forces-restaurant-to-close-in-wayne-county-mr-yocks-bbq-lake-ariel-salem-township/523-bad3de77-34fe-477a-971b-e6917b311a80 |
Efforts to find a North Texas woman last seen nearly seven years ago were re-energized this weekend.
For more than six years, Art Sahlstein has been helping the family of Typhenie Johnson find clues into her Oct. 2016 disappearance when Johnson was 25 years old. She was last seen outside the Post Oak East Apartments on Tristan Lane in east Fort Worth on Oct. 10, 2016.
Sahlstein led a group of people searching for Johnson on Saturday after police announced this week human remains found in March by railroad tracks along South Hughes Avenue, near East Rosedale Street, have been positively identified as Taalibah Fatin Bint Islam. She was reported missing in 2006 when she was 20 years old.
In 2019, Islam’s ex-boyfriend Christopher Revill was sent to prison for the disappearance of Johnson. However, neither authorities nor Johnson’s family have been informed of exactly what happened to Johnson or where she is.
“We’ve always believed that Typhenie would be found close to Taabilah and vice versa,” Salstein said Saturday.
He estimates about 80 to 100 square miles have been searched over the last six years. On Saturday morning, a group of volunteers came out once again to look for anything that might lead them to Johnson.
Anissa Camp knows Sahlstein through their shared hobby of fossil finding.
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“I look for everything. I’m very good at spotting bone, because of the fossil stuff. A lot of fossilized stuff looks like fresh bone. If you can spot bone, you can spot anything, but there’s clothing that we have been told that she might have been wearing,” Camp said. “Of course unfortunately in an area like this, there’s so many dump sites that it’s hard to know what is out of place.”
Janelle Hofeldt, Johnson’s aunt, lives in Minnesota and has provided updates on the search for her niece throughout the years through a Facebook group.
“Typhenie’s favorite quote, what I always go by, is ‘never going to quit’,” Hofeldt said Saturday. “In my heart, Typhenie is still with us. In my heart and my soul, she’s still here.”
Since her niece’s disappearance, Hofeldt said people like Sahlstein, search party volunteers, and Islam’s family have grown close with her family.
“What our family would probably want is everyone…just on praying for Talibah’s family, what they’re going through and for Typhenie,” she said. “Just keep that prayer going. It helps us. It makes us even stronger that we have multiple people out there helping us.”
Sahlstein said his group will not give up on the search for Johnson.
“They look at it in the way I do. These missing ladies out here could be my daughter. That’s where it hits home to you. That’s what keeps you going,” he said. “Perseverance is the main thing. Determination to get this done. These people don’t waver that come to me.”
A GoFundMe was recently started by Islam’s family to lay her to rest. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/never-going-to-quit-the-search-for-typhenie-johnson-continues-after-2016-disappearance/3292192/ | 2023-07-09T01:50:00 | 1 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/never-going-to-quit-the-search-for-typhenie-johnson-continues-after-2016-disappearance/3292192/ |
Early rains had umbrellas out but not the sun as the Three Rivers Festival's annual parade got underway Saturday.
The procession featured festive floats, dancers, roller-skaters, high school marching bands and other celebrants.
They were boosted by throngs of parents and other supporters who – because of the rains – outnumbered those lining the downtown Fort Wayne streets.
By early afternoon, though, the cloudy skies cleared with thousands roaming the area during the event that kicked off Friday.
Fort Wayne resident Brittany Armer, 34, and her three sons were among the first to watch the parade and didn't mind getting soaked – well, not too much.
"Raining on our parade, yes that's right," Armer said responding to a question. "But that's OK. We wanted to support this."
So did her sons Bentley, 12; Kole, 10; and Ronin, 10. But when asked whose idea it was to ignore the weather, they all quickly pointed to Mom.
"Her idea," Bentley smiled.
Dental hygienist Chrissy Stephan, 44, was spotted walking along Main Street dressed as the tooth fairy for OMSA Oral Surgery Group.
"We're participating," she said, taking shelter beneath an umbrella so her wings and tutu didn't get wet." It's for the community."
Vincent and Abby Bane, who are Allen County Fair participants, said they were excited to join the parade, something they don't usually get to do.
"This is our opportunity," Abby Bane said.
"For all of the hard work that's put into this, this is the least we can do by coming out," Vincent Bane said.
Longtime Roller Dome DJ Alex Davis said he knew the rains wouldn't cancel the parade.
"Nah, this is the Midwest, man," said Davis, serving as the event's hype man while supplying a musical backdrop for revelers.
When the weather cleared, Chalk Walk artist Vanessa Navarro, 23, checked damage to her work along Main Street in front of the Arts United campus.
"It's going to be a scene from 'Alice in Wonderland,' " said Navarro, a server and barista at Ophelia's. "It's OK. It's not that bad. "My dad's on the way with some towels."
Fort Wayne’s biggest annual festival this year is themed United Through the Arts. Art in the Park, another festival feature, has 100 local and national artisans offering their wares.
Summit City artist Theoplis Smith III served as the parade’s grand marshal and says the theme makes sense because the arts do so much to unite people.
"The art community really is flourishing in Fort Wayne, and I recently talked to someone who said they moved here because they heard so much about it," Smith said. "That's incredible. We've come so far in the last five to 10 years."
The Three Rivers Festival wraps up with a fireworks finale at 10 p.m. July 15. For the full schedule, visit www.threeriversfestival.org/event-schedule. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/art-takes-center-stage-at-festival-parade/article_123ed7c8-1d98-11ee-bf71-c7aaf271ff2a.html | 2023-07-09T02:03:56 | 1 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/art-takes-center-stage-at-festival-parade/article_123ed7c8-1d98-11ee-bf71-c7aaf271ff2a.html |
There was no way a little morning rain was going to put a damper on Fort Wayne’s biggest annual outdoor celebration of the arts.
East Main Street and Freimann Square were packed with artists, patrons and festival-goers Saturday afternoon, many browsing booths featuring paintings, sculptures, jewelry, pottery, woodworking and more.
A few yards away, dozens of chalk artists created a mosaic of murals along the downtown street, as part of the annual Chalk Walk, hosted by the Fort Wayne Museum of Art.
Saturday’s festival featured more than 100 vendors, artists and live musicians. Many of the artists were local, but many traveled from around the country to participate Saturday.
“There are lots of new artists this year,” said Chris Shatto, Art in the Park chair. “And, as always, we have a great musical lineup.”
Beneath a tent adorned with the words “Phresh Laundry,” local artist Theoplis Smith III spent the afternoon working on whimsical paintings and chatting with guests browsing the festival’s various booths. It was his second year participating. Smith, whose work can be seen in murals citywide, sits on the city’s Public Art Commission and was Grand Marshall of Saturday morning’s Three Rivers Festival parade.
“My goal is to make sure we do two things: expose each other to art – have a life exchange – and encourage each other,” he said.
Local industrial artist Mike Vargas started out as a hobbyist looking for something to do to help him quit drinking. On Saturday, visitors to his table marveled at the incredibly detailed metalwork sculptures made from salvaged items and scrap metal.
Vargas finds his raw materials throughout the community. Many of the parts he uses come from local businesses or garage sales, he said.
Vargas makes his living creating and selling his art through his business, Gearhead Custom Co. He’s been creating metal sculptures for about five years – exactly as long as he’s been sober.
Saturday was Vargas’ second time participating in Art in the Park. He enjoys seeing the community come out every year to support local artists.
“It really brings faith back, knowing people are still into original handmade or painted stuff with real character. It’s not just the cookie-cutter stuff you can buy on Amazon,” he said.
Volunteers who helped set up Saturday’s festival were ecstatic over the turnout for the annual art show.
“I think it’s wonderful. I’m just glad to see everyone getting along and enjoying the day,” volunteer Jane Surbeck said.
Smith said festivals such as Art in the Park highlight the fact that Fort Wayne is a community that values vibrant, diverse local art.
“Art is a reflection of the voices that are among us," he said. The more voices that are represented in local artwork, "the more we can all flourish.” | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/diversity-in-art-artists-enhance-annual-downtown-event/article_b3231d56-1ddf-11ee-ace0-ef4ce6aba0e0.html | 2023-07-09T02:04:02 | 1 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/diversity-in-art-artists-enhance-annual-downtown-event/article_b3231d56-1ddf-11ee-ace0-ef4ce6aba0e0.html |
Crews extinguished a kitchen fire near downtown within 14 minutes Saturday.
The Fort Wayne Fire Department responded about 12:30 p.m. to a report of a fire in a two-story home at 2213 Fox Ave.
Two adults and a child self-evacuated the home. No injuries were reported.
The home's first-floor received heavy damage from the fire, which started at the stove. Some flames also spread to the second floor, a news release said.
The residence had heavy fire, smoke and water damage, officials said.
The fire's cause remains under investigation, the release said. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/police-fire/downtown-fort-wayne-homes-kitchen-catches-fire/article_324cf5c2-1dc0-11ee-85ec-77168bfc312f.html | 2023-07-09T02:04:09 | 0 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/police-fire/downtown-fort-wayne-homes-kitchen-catches-fire/article_324cf5c2-1dc0-11ee-85ec-77168bfc312f.html |
The West Flagstaff Little League Majors baseball team is going to state.
WFLL won the Arizona District 1 championship in dominant style Friday at Continental Park, defeating city rival Continental Little League 16-1. As the undefeated team in the double-elimination bracket, it needed to win just one game in the championship round to claim the title.
WFLL poses with its district championship banner pic.twitter.com/HOeNSp81Z1
— Eric Newman (@enewmanwrites) July 8, 2023
The reward is a trip -- albeit a short one -- to the state tournament, which is set to be take place in Flagstaff. Success in that bracket would mean a trip to regionals, and, if WFLL can put together a historic run, the Little League World Series.
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“I think, with our defense and our pitching, we can beat anybody,” WFLL manager Shane Burcar said. “We’re not going to be outclassed. It’s a blessing, we get to play for another two weeks guaranteed, and we’re a few games away from maybe being on ESPN.”
WFLL's bats were hot, and each of the 12 batters reached base at least once in the contest. The team got particularly impressive efforts from the bottom portion of its lineup.
Murph Keck, the 11th hitter in the order, led the way by going 3 for 3 with four RBIs and two runs scored. Ben Clonts, batting eighth, went 3 for 3 with three runs and an RBI.
Most of WFLL's production came from playing small ball. Michael Rodriguez and Adrian Crockett both hit RBI doubles at different spots, but all of the other runs came from singles, passed balls from CLL and aggressive running on the bases. It was a style of offense Burcar was proud of.
“We preached to be accountable in their at-bats. Our kids did a good job to get the pitch count up and get the ball into the outfield, and we had good base running so guys could score from second base,” he said.
CLL's Austin Clouse scored on a passed ball in the bottom of the first inning to give his team a brief 1-0 lead.
WFLL responded with three runs in the top of the second to take a 3-1 lead, and never looked back. Drake Shafor hit an RBI single in the top of the third to extend the lead to 4-1. Then WFLL added four more in the next frame to go ahead 8-1 after four innings.
Meanwhile, WFLL's Brisson Burcar was cruising through the game on the mound. After giving up a single and a run in the first inning, he went until the bottom of the fifth without allowing another hit.
But CLL kept it interesting in spots. With two outs, CLL had the bases loaded. Meanwhile, Shane Burcar had to pull his son off the mound as Brisson reached his pitch limit. Carson Abbey came in to relieve, throwing a clutch strikeout.
“It's 8-1 and you’ve got an 11-year-old in that situation, and he came in and pumped strikes. The game still could have swung and he did a great job to get that out,” Shane Burcar said.
Getting out of a jam, WFLL blew the game away with eight more runs in the top of the sixth inning. Abbey got through the bottom of the sixth inning cleanly to secure the victory.
West Flagstaff Little League wins the District 1 Majors championship with a 16-1 win over its city rival in Continental Little League pic.twitter.com/pywcKKkFXv
— Eric Newman (@enewmanwrites) July 8, 2023
The loss ends the district tournament run and season for CLL. Despite a disappointing loss, CLL manager Josh Clouse was proud of his team’s efforts.
WFLL beat CLL in the tournament’s opening round on June 28. From there, it won six consecutive elimination games to reach the championship round.
“Hats off to West Flagstaff. They’re well coached and they’re rolling and doing some great things. But our boys battled. They got down and got through that elimination bracket and competed all week. There’s nothing more I can ask for,” Clouse said.
The end of the run also constitutes Clouse’s final child in the Little League all-stars games going back several years. He’s seen four Clouse kids go through the system -- three in baseball and one in softball -- and has appreciated what his family has experienced in the process.
“It’s been amazing. It’s hard to believe that it’s our last kid’s 12-year-old year. We’re looking at some intermediate play where they’re not going straight to juniors, but we’ll see what the future holds at Continental. If not there, it’s travel ball, juniors and high school right around the corner,” he said.
WFLL will serve as the de facto host for the state tournament beginning July 17. For the first time in over 10 years, the competition is being held in Flagstaff. Though he would have liked to be playing at state one more time, Josh Clouse is excited that Flagstaff will have a hometown team at the next level.
“I’m glad West Flagstaff is representing Flagstaff in the tournament,” he said. “We’ve got some of our local kids in the tournament. It’s going to be an incredible event. We want to put on a show for Flagstaff and Little League baseball in Arizona.”
WFLL will play the winner of the District 3 tournament on July 17 in the first round. | https://azdailysun.com/sports/local/west-flagstaff-little-league-wins-district-1-title-with-victory-over-continental/article_19a86562-1d46-11ee-b0b7-4fa993fd8166.html | 2023-07-09T02:04:51 | 1 | https://azdailysun.com/sports/local/west-flagstaff-little-league-wins-district-1-title-with-victory-over-continental/article_19a86562-1d46-11ee-b0b7-4fa993fd8166.html |
SAN MARCOS, Texas — Hays County crews are working to put out a brush fire north of San Marcos on Saturday evening.
The City of San Marcos said its firefighters were assisting Hays County officials.
As of around 7 p.m., no residents were affected, the City said.
No other information is available at this time. | https://www.kvue.com/article/news/local/hays-county-brush-fire/269-8d97b293-59c3-402c-ad33-a4d144a8e6f8 | 2023-07-09T02:07:59 | 1 | https://www.kvue.com/article/news/local/hays-county-brush-fire/269-8d97b293-59c3-402c-ad33-a4d144a8e6f8 |
TRAFFIC
Cross Fire closes southbound lanes on I-17 near Arcosanti
Aidan Wohl
Arizona Republic
Northbound lanes on Interstate 17 near Arcosanti between State Route 69 and State Route 169 reopened, but southbound lanes remained closed due to a brush fire, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation's Twitter account.
The highway closures, which initially affected both directions, were caused by a brush fire called the Cross Fire at milepost 264. The Cross Fire was estimated to be 5 acres at the time of the closure, according to the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management.
There was no estimated time to reopen the highway, according to ADOT.
ADOT advised people to expect delays and to seek an alternative route. | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-traffic/2023/07/08/cross-fire-closes-southbound-lanes-on-interstate-17-near-arcosanti-north-of-phoenix/70394968007/ | 2023-07-09T02:30:08 | 0 | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-traffic/2023/07/08/cross-fire-closes-southbound-lanes-on-interstate-17-near-arcosanti-north-of-phoenix/70394968007/ |
GARY — Police are investigating a 30-year-old man's report of a stabbing early Saturday.
The victim could not provide information on what happened, Cmdr. Sam Roberts said. No location or other information is available.
The man was treated at Methodist Hospital, Roberts said. His condition is unknown.
Anyone with information on this incident can contact Detective Olivia Vasquez at 219-881-1210.
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PORTAGE — Firefighters are getting 15% raises over three years, the City Council has decided.
The new agreement, already ratified by members of firefighters union Local 3151, calls for increases of 6.2% in 2023, 5% in 2024, 3.8% in 2025. This year’s raise is retroactive to Jan. 1.
Among a series of smaller issues addressed by the contract is that major medical coverage runs consecutively with family medical leave, but one doesn’t trigger the other, City Attorney Dan Whitten said.
“It’s a good contract. I think it’s a fair contract. I think both sides compromised,” he said. “We had professional bargaining, so I congratulate them on that.”
Councilman Collin Czilli said this contract is the last for a few years for city employees.
The city completed two years’ worth of bargaining for the various departments, and he’s happy with the results, he said.
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Councilman Ferdinand Alvarez asked whether the contract would be available to the public. Just put in a records request through the clerk-treasurer’s office, Czilli replied.
In other business, Mayor Sue Lynch invited the public to the groundbreaking for the new Portage library garden, scheduled for 1 p.m. July 20. “COVID kind of slowed us down, but we’re very excited to see this project take off,” she said.
The library garden will provide outdoor learning and relaxing opportunities, following on the heels of its Valparaiso counterpart.
The garden will be built on the site of the old police station, south of Portage Public Library.
Streets and Sanitation Superintendent Randy Reeder said June was a busy month, with 1,079 people dropping off grass clippings, leaves and limbs or to pick up free mulch.
“We literally gave away 3,000 cubic yards of mulch from our yard-waste site,” he said. With the materials dropped off, more will be available in the fall.
A newly acquired bucket van will be useful for the city’s banner program as well as exterior repairs on city-owned buildings, Reeder said. This will mean no longer having to borrow or rent equipment.
The city’s recycling program is still suspended as the city works to get into compliance with recycling guidelines, he said. One recycling tote last week had a cat tree in it, a definite no-no.
He also warned that the city’s policy for picking up bulk items allows for up to 40 square feet on the first trash day of the month. More than that, and the city will charge a fee for picking it up.
Someone who cleaned out an entire house could have been charged $400 for putting everything out by the road, he pointed out.
Valparaiso just began charging for picking up bulk items, he said. Lake Station already does, and Hobart will as well. Those cities don’t offer any free pickup of bulk items, Reeder said. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/government-politics/higher-pay-on-the-way-for-portage-firefighters/article_fc9ccce4-1dc0-11ee-90c8-abba015937b1.html | 2023-07-09T02:36:50 | 0 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/government-politics/higher-pay-on-the-way-for-portage-firefighters/article_fc9ccce4-1dc0-11ee-90c8-abba015937b1.html |
VALPARAISO — Opportunity Enterprises is launching a support group for caregivers of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
CARES – Connect, Advocate, Refresh, Encourage and Support – will meet from 5:30-7 p.m. the second Thursday of each month at the organization’s lakeside property at Lake Eliza.
CARES will provide an opportunity for caregivers to connect with others from the community who are facing the same experiences and challenges.
Each session will host a guest speaker followed by a chance for networking and fellowship over light refreshments. Speakers will cover a range of topics and provide valuable information to caregivers.
Though hosted at OE, the event is open to anyone.
The first meeting is July 13. Amanda Sparks, Connections Case Management’s Field Coordinator, is the guest speaker. Sparks will facilitate a discussion about case management roles, responsibilities and resources.
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All meetings will be held at OE’s Lakeside building located at 32 S. Fish Lake Road in Valparaiso. For more information, contact OE’s Senior Director of Respite Operations Walter Lenckos by email at walter.lenckos@oppent.org or by telephone at 219-464-9621, extension 443.
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Since 1967, Opportunity Enterprises has worked to create inclusive and equitable opportunities for people of all abilities. More than 350 staff members serve more than 1,000 people throughout Northwest Indiana each year. For more information, visit oppent.org. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/porter/opportunity-enterprises-launches-new-support-group/article_a00d6e34-19ba-11ee-a402-871bfdbe200b.html | 2023-07-09T02:36:56 | 0 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/porter/opportunity-enterprises-launches-new-support-group/article_a00d6e34-19ba-11ee-a402-871bfdbe200b.html |
Lightning arcs across the sky in Tyler, Texas, as a series of storms rolled over east Texas, early Wednesday, April 25, 2007. (AP Photo/Dr. Scott M. Lieberman)
Lightning arcs across the sky in Tyler, Texas, as a series of storms rolled over east Texas, early Wednesday, April 25, 2007. (AP Photo/Dr. Scott M. Lieberman)
Lightning arcs across the sky in Tyler, Texas, as a series of storms rolled over east Texas, early Wednesday, April 25, 2007. (AP Photo/Dr. Scott M. Lieberman)
Lightning arcs across the sky in Tyler, Texas, as a series of storms rolled over east Texas, early Wednesday, April 25, 2007. (AP Photo/Dr. Scott M. Lieberman) | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/person-transported-to-hospital-after-lightning-strike-in-vance/ | 2023-07-09T02:37:48 | 1 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/person-transported-to-hospital-after-lightning-strike-in-vance/ |
PITTSBURGH — Damar Hamlin’s CPR Tour continued in Pittsburgh on Saturday with a softball game for charity.
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The softball game helped raise money for the Chasing M’s Foundation. The organization is dedicated to proving health and safety to youth through sports, training and programming.
A few of Hamlin’s friends from Pitt and the NFL helped him raise awareness by taking the field at The Charles L. Cost Field.
Before the game, the family of Elijah Jordan Brown Garcia from New Jersey was recognized. Elijah was 12 years old and collapsed and died on a football field in February because no one knew CPR and it took more than 30 minutes for emergency crews to arrive.
NFL Super Bowl champ Aaron Donald and former Pittsburgh Steeler James Conner also participated in the event.
Hamlin will close out the tour on Sunday when CPR training will be provided at the PNC Park Riverwalk.
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Chandler man charged in Nebraska teen's death linked to popular Tucson eatery
A man charged in the stabbing and dismemberment of a Nebraska teen was also the owner of a popular Tucson restaurant.
Anthonie Ruinard Jr., 37, of Chandler, was booked Wednesday on a first-degree murder charge after authorities found his vehicle contained DNA belonging to Parker League. The 18-year-old’s dismembered remains were recovered the morning of June 12 in a bonfire pile in Tonto National Forest.
Pastiche Modern Eatery’s liquor license is registered under Ruinard Inc., whose director is Ruinard, the Arizona Corporation Commission’s database shows.
Situated on North Campbell Avenue near East Blackridge and East Hedrick drives, Pastiche shuttered sometime in February. The business’s last Facebook post, dated Feb. 4, reported water damage as the cause. The Pima County Assessor’s Office online records show there was a small fire on Feb. 1 at the establishment.
Though the restaurant’s website is now down, as recently as June 6, its landing page read, “Pastiche is Temporarily Closed. We Will Be Closed Until Further Notice.”
Owner traced back to victim's slaying, records say
League was reported missing by family on June 12 when he was supposed to fly back from a June 9 trip to Phoenix, according to court documents.
Burned beyond recognition, League was identified by dental records, court documents show. He was stabbed multiple times in the back and dismembered, including decapitation, court documents say.
Charging documents say Ruinard was traced back to League’s slaying through surveillance footage showing the men leaving a Phoenix nightclub together in the early morning of June 11. League was last seen alive on a gas station’s June 11 surveillance footage showing him in Ruinard’s company and traveling in a car registered under the suspect, charging documents say.
A purchase on League’s bank card was made after he was found dead, according to court documents.
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Ruinard’s vehicle provided detectives with blood that a “rapid” DNA test showed belonged to League, according to charging documents.
In addition to the murder charge, Ruinard is facing 10 other charges, including abandonment and concealing of body parts, and credit card theft and fraudulent card use.
As of Saturday evening, jail and court records show Ruinard was being held in jail custody on a $2 million bond.
Restaurant enjoyed long legacy
Pastiche, according to its Yelp business page, was founded in 1998 and changed ownership in 2017 and again in May 2021.
Ruinard’s “plans for Pastiche are to expand and create multiple locations to expand the Pastiche brand,” read a statement on Yelp.
The restaurant’s website in February 2020 boasted Pastiche being a 2018 and 2019 recipient of “Diners’ Choice” on the restaurant reservation and review website OpenTable.
A July 30, 2005, article in The Arizona Republic reported that Pastiche was named “rising star of the year” by the Arizona Restaurant and Hospitality Association.
The Arizona Corporation Commission’s database shows Ruinard is the director of multiple other business ventures in Maricopa County, including those with names related to ammunition, frozen yogurt and gyms. | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona/2023/07/08/chandler-man-charged-in-nebraska-teen-death-linked-to-popular-tucson-eatery/70394989007/ | 2023-07-09T02:56:19 | 1 | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona/2023/07/08/chandler-man-charged-in-nebraska-teen-death-linked-to-popular-tucson-eatery/70394989007/ |
BARNUM — A child was rescued from inside a burning home during a structure fire on Saturday afternoon, July 8, in Barnum Township.
A homeowner called 911 to report the fire at 3755 Grizzly Lane. Two adults were outside the residence when they observed smoke coming from the house. One of the adults evacuated a small child from inside the home after seeing the incident.
An adult was taken to a local hospital by Essentia Health-Moose Lake Ambulance for non-life threatening burns and smoke inhalation.
The home was declared a total loss.
The Barnum Fire Department was assisted by fire departments from Moose Lake, Kettle River, Mahtowa and Carlton. The cause of the fire is being investigated by the Minnesota Fire Marshal's Office and Carlton County Sheriff's Office. | https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/news/local/home-destroyed-in-barnum-township-fire-child-saved | 2023-07-09T03:41:04 | 0 | https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/news/local/home-destroyed-in-barnum-township-fire-child-saved |
CARLTON — Four passengers in two vehicles were taken to local hospitals after a head-on collision in Twin Lakes Township on Saturday afternoon, July 8.
Carlton County deputies responded to the intersection of County Roads 1 and 3 after report of the collision at 4:04 p.m. According to a news released from the Carlton County Sheriff's Office, a minivan attempting to turn off County Road 3 on to County Road 1 at a T-shaped intersection proceeded in front of a sport-utility vehicle moving southbound on County Road 1.
Passengers from both vehicles were taken to local hospitals, but authorities had no information on the severity of their injuries.
Carlton Fire and Ambulance and the Wrenshall Fire Department responded to the incident, which remains under investigation by the sheriff's office. | https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/news/local/minivan-suv-collide-in-carlton-county-intersection | 2023-07-09T03:41:14 | 0 | https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/news/local/minivan-suv-collide-in-carlton-county-intersection |
HOLYOKE TOWNSHIP — Two all-terrain vehicle riders were taken to a hospital after a one-vehicle crash on the Harlis Trail in the Nemadji State Forest that was reported just after 4 p.m. on Saturday afternoon, July 8.
According to a news release from the Carlton County Sheriff's Office, a woman driving the ATV lost control on a sandy stretch of trail and slid into a tree. Both she and another passenger, a girl, were injured and were taken to a local hospital by ambulance.
The Carlton County Sheriff's Office continues to investigate the incident and received assistance from the Minnesota State Patrol, Essentia Health-Moose Lake Ambulance and Kerrick Fire and Rescue. | https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/news/local/two-injured-in-atv-trail-incident | 2023-07-09T03:41:24 | 1 | https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/news/local/two-injured-in-atv-trail-incident |
Ten-thousand dollars, 160 teams, eight volleyball courts and one big cause.
On Saturday, Pink Bandana hosted its 15th annual Beat Breast Cancer Mud Volleyball Tournament at the Prague Ballpark. Pink Bandana is a nonprofit that strives to raise awareness and support for women battling breast cancer, specifically those who are under the age of 40 in Nebraska.
Each year, the tournament raises money for a breast cancer patient. This year, $10,000 was given to Kelsey Schiltz and her family.
“It means more truly than anybody can ever know,” Schiltz said. “It means so much to me and my family. It’s such a blessing and we are just so grateful and thankful for being chosen.”
Schiltz, a 32-year-old from Lincoln, was diagnosed in November of 2021 with triple-positive breast cancer and finished chemo this May.
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“It’s been a long journey and it means so much to be recognized,” Schiltz said.
Although they didn't participate in the volleyball games, she brought her husband and two daughters out for the first time and are already planning their team for next year.
Last year’s recipient, Chantel Brown, returned to the event this year to participate with her team. Brown was diagnosed in March 2020 right after the COVID-19 pandemic began, she was furloughed from work and her son was sent home for remote schooling.
“This is just an amazing organization,” Brown said. “It’s different than any other organization we have in Nebraska where you can just lay back and have fun with your friends.”
Brown said that she is still being monitored for cancer, but she is doing well. She traveled from Omaha with some friends with shirts reading, “Milk’s Breast Friends,” created from her nickname, “Milkshake.” Her team had one of the first games of the day and unfortunately lost.
“We just kind of showed up and hoped for the best,” Brown said. “It’s kind of like a tailgating experience where we play volleyball.”
Each of the eight volleyball courts are lined with a tarp and filled with sand and knee-deep water. Each pit has its own bracket that narrows down throughout the day in a triple-elimination until a final eight remain for the championship. The triple-elimination is new this year to allow each team to play a minimum of three games throughout the day.
President and Co-Founder Jeremy Stanislav founded the event with his brother after attending a similar event in Adams.
“For me, it started out just wanting to have a fun event, but then we started to meet these women who had become friends,” Stanislav said. “I just started really wanting to help women with breast cancer, especially the ones under 40.”
Their first event took place in 2008 in Abie, Neb. where $1,900 was raised for a 23-year-old. Since then, the board has opened applications each October for women with breast cancer to apply. Stanislav said they try to find the person that they can help the most financially.
“It’s really all about the cause, that’s why we do it,” Stanislav said.
This year, the teams were capped at 160 with an entry cost of $180 per team. The money is used for the recipient as well as for their Pink Bandana Scholarship fund. A $4,000 scholarship is given to a Nebraska senior who has battled breast cancer or is the child of someone who has battled breast cancer within the past five years.
In the thousands of participants, everyone had their own reasons for coming to support the cause whether it’s their history with cancer, knowing a cancer patient or just enjoying a fun day of philanthropy.
Allison Brooks came for her third year with shirts reading “Here for Beers and Boobs.”
“We have some friends who lost their sister to breast cancer and they donated, so we come out here and hang out with them,” Brooks said.
Brooks said it was a good cause and likes that the donations are given directly to a recipient rather than a foundation so they can see where the money is going. In 2019, her team made it all the way to the final eight.
“We come to drink, have fun and support breast cancer,” Brooks said.
Eric Capron and his wife Mary have a long history at the mud volleyball tournament and even got engaged at the event in 2016. Eric has been coming since the second year it was founded and this year, they decided to bring their kids to keep the tradition going for the next generation.
“All of our kids lost both of their grandmas last year and one was because of breast cancer,” Eric said. “It’s close to the heart for everybody involved.”
Evan Anderson from Lincoln also lost a grandma to cancer. He said she passed away from bone cancer before he was born.
“Cancer in general is a terrible thing,” Anderson said. “I’d like to help out as much as I possibly can.”
Anderson plays sand volleyball regularly with friends and attended the mud volleyball tournament for his first time this year. He said it certainly won’t be his last time.
In addition to all the supporters at the event, some tournament participants are facing their own battle with cancer, including Kate Larson from Lincoln who was diagnosed last June with breast cancer and is now in remission.
“There’s still a long journey ahead, but I’m in a much better place than where I started,” Larson said. “I have my moments that are down, but you gotta keep moving forward, you can’t do anything else. I have two kids and I have to live for them.”
Larson has attended several times as a spectator to support the cause and decided it was finally time to join in on the fun with her husband after her diagnosis.
“I couldn’t play last year because I had some back-to-back surgeries,” Larson said. “This just brings a whole new meaning for me, coming here and being a part of this.” | https://journalstar.com/news/local/mud-volleyball-tournament-raises-10k-for-lincoln-breast-cancer-patient/article_1360e9d6-1de1-11ee-91b7-13131c79048f.html | 2023-07-09T03:41:40 | 0 | https://journalstar.com/news/local/mud-volleyball-tournament-raises-10k-for-lincoln-breast-cancer-patient/article_1360e9d6-1de1-11ee-91b7-13131c79048f.html |
PHOENIX — Hotter temperatures and dry conditions are bringing elevated fire danger, especially in the high country of Arizona, which is why fire prevention officials are growing more concerned about human-caused fires.
“In 2023, we’ve already had over 1,250 wildfires in the Southwest Region,” said Jennifer Diamond with the Southwest Fire Prevention Team. “And a large number of those are human-caused fires.”
The top cause of concern is vehicle-related fires, Diamond said.
“The goal here is to prevent wildfires,” Diamond said. “We want the safety of our firefighters, we want the safety of our communities.”
The Flying V Fire currently burning in the Salt River Canyon has reached 831 acres, according to the latest estimates from the Type 3 Team fighting the fire.
Before the Type 3 Team took over the fire, the Bureau of Indian Affairs Wildland Fire Management- Fort Apache Agency said it believed the fire was human-caused. However, the Type 3 team says they’re still investigating.
Brian Jones was driving on the US 60 on Wednesday, the day the Flying V Fire started. As he entered the Salt River Canyon, Jones said he noticed something not right.
“I noticed a vehicle pulling a utility trailer that was obviously broken, the back right wheel was completely gone,” Jones said.
As he continued into the canyon, Jones and his wife would find small fires on the side of the road. Jones said he and others tried to get them put out.
“I got out, grabbed the blanket and went across the street trying to beat the fire down. And even in that very short time, it was extremely hot,” Jones said.
Diamond said simple things like securing chains, not parking or driving vehicles on dry vegetation, and keeping an eye on wheels and brakes can make a difference in keeping vehicle-related fires from starting.
“It can happen right away, which is why I recommend looking in your rearview mirror, making sure that you didn't accidentally start a fire,” Diamond said.
In addition to taking precautions around keeping fires from starting, Diamond notes that there are various fire restrictions around Arizona. If you’re heading outdoors, you can check the latest restrictions here. | https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/wildfire/fire-prevention-officials-warn-preventable-vehicle-related-fires-southwest/75-f3ebef7c-ce83-439a-bba5-66b723e79ed3 | 2023-07-09T03:45:25 | 1 | https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/wildfire/fire-prevention-officials-warn-preventable-vehicle-related-fires-southwest/75-f3ebef7c-ce83-439a-bba5-66b723e79ed3 |
DALLAS — File this one in your bookcase under: Heartwarming.
A TikTok video that has gone viral just goes to show what a small act of kindness can do. This one has changed the life of an author from Arlington.
The video shows two men walking by the local author, Shawn Warner, promoting his debut novel at a Kroger in Fort Worth. The opening caption reads, "This new author seemed super defeated when I first walked past him. So before I left the store, I decided to go back."
Warner explains the premise of his book, "Leigh Howard and the Ghosts of Simmons-Pierce Manor," to the men.
"It's about a teenage girl who teams up with a ghost of multiple personalities to solve the mystery of her parents' murder," Warner said.
Jerrad Swearenjin told WFAA he filmed the video after feeling inspired by Warner's dedication to selling his book.
"It was just supposed to be, hey, here’s a fellow neighbor who’s just struggling and I wanted to help him out," Swearenjin said.
Swearenjin's caption in the middle of the video reads, "I don't know this guy and this isn't a sponsorship. I just wanted to show a stranger some kindness."
The TikTok poster bought two copies of the book. After just two days since it was posted, the video garnered over 15 million views, and Warner's book shot up to the No. 1 best seller on Amazon.
"[The response to the book] hasn't stopped!" Swearenjin told WFAA Wednesday. "I can barely open the app without it freezing and crashing because it’s getting so much love."
Warner thanked everyone who saw the video and bought his book. He said he was still looking into the next book signing at another Kroger location in Dallas.
He told WFAA the outpouring of support makes him emotional.
"Just to be nice to some guy sitting alone selling books...the generosity that poured out of that was just amazing, I get choked up," Warner said tearfully. "They gave me a chance. And that’s just beautiful."
Warner's wife, Lizette, said she was blown away by her husband's dedication.
"He doesn’t give up, and he’s been like that for years!" she said.
Warner is an Army veteran and lost his job several years back after layoffs and his company. But he never gave up on himself.
"That whole demeanor it’s so admirable of someone who just stays on that path and keeps believing," Lizette gushed.
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Three years after a young mother was killed at work, federal authorities have announced another arrest in the case.
Andrew Charles Beard is currently serving a 43-year sentence after he cyberstalked his ex-girlfriend 24-year-old Alyssa Burkett and stabbed her to death in the midst of a custody dispute.
Russell Forsyth said not a day goes by that he doesn’t think of his granddaughter.
“Alyssa was such a bright light,” said Forsyth.
The little girl she left behind just turned four.
“On Mother's Day, she said she had a gift for her mother, and she wanted to see if we could take it to Heaven and give it to her,” he said.
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With the case seemingly behind them, Forsyth said news of an additional arrest this week came as a shock. Friday, beard’s ex-fiancé, Holly Elkins, appeared in a Miami federal court over charges connecting her to the case.
Federal authorities said Elkins helped Beard stalk Burkett and helped him purchase the van, shotgun shells and knife used to carry out the crime, along with makeup he used to disguise himself.
During the murder, investigators said Elkins remained at Beard’s home with Burkett’s daughter. She later falsely claimed to police that Beard was with her at the time.
“He was under the influence of Holly Elkins. And what she did you know, even though she didn't participate in the murder itself, seems as bad if not a little bit worse than what he did,” said Forsyth.
Now family waits to see if more justice will be served as they prepare to mark three years without Alyssa. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/doj-announces-additional-arrest-in-2020-custody-battle-murder-of-carrollton-mother/3292244/ | 2023-07-09T03:57:34 | 1 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/doj-announces-additional-arrest-in-2020-custody-battle-murder-of-carrollton-mother/3292244/ |
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson says he wants to push for the city to have the lowest property tax rate of any major city in the region, but in the meantime is looking for some financial relief himself.
The mayor and his wife are protesting the appraised value of their more than 5,000-square-foot White Rock Lake area home in East Dallas, according to the Dallas Central Appraisal District. The property was appraised at almost $1.6 million, and Johnson’s family is estimated to pay close to $33,000 in city, school district, county, college and hospital district taxes. A little more than a quarter of it, 28%, would go to the city.
The Johnsons have owned the home since 2012, according to public records. Appraisal district records show they have appealed their appraisal every year since, said Cheryl Jordan, the appraisal district’s director of community relations. She said she didn’t know the results of those appeals.
In an April 2021 newsletter to residents, Johnson noted the largest portion of property taxes typically go to the school district, not the city, and that Dallas “already has the highest property tax rate of any major city in the state.”
“Your school district will take up the lion’s share of what you owe,” Johnson said. “But the cost will be significant, and you will probably ask yourself the perennial question: Is it worth it?”
Neither Mayor Johnson nor his office’s spokesperson responded to requests for comment Friday.
The market value of the Johnsons’ home has gone from $280,000 in 2013 to $1.8 million this year, according to appraisal district data. The market value is an estimate of how much the home could be sold for, while the appraised value is the figure the central appraisal district uses to determine a homeowner’s tax bill.
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The pilot and owner of a small airplane died following a crash landing near Sherman on Saturday, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
At about 9:40 a.m. a 1969 Piper Twin Comanche took off from Aero County Airport in McKinney and crash-landed near the 600 block of FM-697, according to preliminary reports.
The Federal Aviation Administration said in a statement that the plane crashed in a Grayson County field.
The pilot was identified as 69-year-old Paul Edward McBride from Dallas. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The department said the FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board have taken over the investigation. In a statement, the FAA said that only the pilot was on board the aircraft at the time of the crash.
The agency and the NTSB will investigate. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/pilot-dies-in-airplane-crash-outside-of-sherman/3292231/ | 2023-07-09T03:57:47 | 0 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/pilot-dies-in-airplane-crash-outside-of-sherman/3292231/ |
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ATLANTIC CITY — The Ocean Club Condominium's Art Gallery, a private gallery for residents of the complex, held its second annual exhibition June 23.
This time around, the show was open to nonresidents as well as residents. The current exhibition features the works of nine resident artists and 13 guest artists. More than 100 people attended the event, which included photographs, acrylics, watercolors, pastel art, glass and three-dimensional pieces.
In addition to artwork, the event featured live music provided by resident musician Andy Kahn.
The gallery, open to residents and their guests, will continue to feature the current exhibit into early January. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/atlantic-city-condominiums-hold-2nd-art-gallery-exhibition/article_916c4faa-1c15-11ee-ba45-13d30700daa5.html | 2023-07-09T04:08:24 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/atlantic-city-condominiums-hold-2nd-art-gallery-exhibition/article_916c4faa-1c15-11ee-ba45-13d30700daa5.html |
Roman and Katie Griko, owners of Crab Cakes R-Us, sit outside their closed business Saturday afternoon in Wildwood. The owners were monitoring a portable generator that was keeping their products cold, since the power went out the day before due to a fire at a substation on the island.
Matthew Strabuk photos, Staff Photographer
Jim Dietz, and one of his employees, Casey Baltzer, 15, remarked that in the four years he has run Jurassic Swirled ice cream parlor, he has never had to deal with a power outage like the one caused by Friday’s fire at a substation.
Matthew Strabuk, Staff Photographer
Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood.
Matthew Strabuk, Staff Photographer
Traffic lights throughout Wildwood were still out Saturday afternoon, like this corner of 16th Street.
WILDWOOD — Atlantic City Electric customers in the Wildwoods remained without power Saturday afternoon, but officials were hopeful that wouldn’t have been the case later that night.
Atlantic City Electric, in an update at 3 p.m. Saturday, had hopes that 80% of its customers would have their power restored by 6:30 p.m. and that all customers would get their electric back by 9. A fire at the Lake Avenue substation around noon Friday had left 24,000 without power.
Over 75% of customers who lost power shortly after noon Friday had it restored by 3 p.m. Saturday.
“Crews are continuing to focus on very complex outages, including installing temporary equipment at the substation to restore all remaining customers safely and as quickly as possible,” Atlantic City Electric said in a statement at 3 p.m. Saturday.
The company said it had maintained contact with its customers and advised them to consult the outage map or by logging into their accounts online or on the company’s mobile app for estimated restoration times.
“We know this has been a challenging event for our customers and we are working safely and as quickly as possible to restore service for all customers,” the company said Saturday afternoon. “We appreciate our customers’ continued patience as we work to restore their service.”
Wildwood Mayor Pete Byron said Friday the outage could have a significant impact on revenue for the city this weekend, calling it “devastating” and that businesses “could be losing hundreds of thousands of dollars.”
Some North Wildwood businesses suffered from the loss of power, while others got lucky. Several restaurants along New Jersey Avenue had signs outside saying they were closed during the day Saturday due to having no power.
“Almost everything was ruined,” said Gianna Gross, an employee at Potito’s Bakery in North Wildwood, which opened Saturday despite having no power.
“We had to throw away pretty much all of the baked goods, but we were able to make fresh donuts, so that’s pretty much why we’re open today,” Gross said.
Gross said the bakery was only accepting cash and had barely any customers all day. She hoped to close early unless the power came back on.
Nathan Brown, a Wildwoods BBQ employee, sat at a picnic table outside the closed restaurant Saturday afternoon waiting for some good news.
“We probably won’t be able to open today,” Brown said. “We had to close all day (Friday). They say power should be back on by 3, so we’ll see.”
Brown said the power outage was especially hurtful since the restaurant has been preparing for the upcoming New Jersey State Barbecue Championship, which will be held July 14-16 in North Wildwood.
Wild Fox Café, located right across the street from Wildwoods BBQ, got its power back around 10 p.m. Friday, employees said.
Down the street, Jenni Mac’s Snacks was open, as they were able to salvage their product the night before, owner Jenni McCormick said.
“I sold some of my cold items right after the power went off, and then I even set up some burners outside for a bit,” McCormick said. She said she was able to take most of her food home to store it in her personal freezer.
Jurassic Swirled, an ice cream shop in North Wildwood, was open because an employee’s dad loaned them a generator Friday night, owner Jim Dietz said.
“We lucked out. Otherwise we’d be a couple thousand down the drain, literally,” Dietz said.
A fire at a substation caused parts of the Wildwoods to lose power Friday afternoon, according to police.
The Byrne Community Center at 401 West Youngs Avenue in Wildwood was open to serve as a cooling center for those still without power, police said.
The fire originated in the small building on Lake Avenue. Atlantic City Electric was forced to shut down the substation, which impacted electrical service to about 24,000 customers in Wildwood and Wildwood Crest. Parts of Lower Township were impacted, too.
The fire began about noon. Police alerted the public to the fire at 12:26 p.m., and it was contained shortly after 1 p.m.. The cause of the fire was under investigation.
Staff writer John Russo contributed to this report.
On July 8, 2023, Potito's Bakery on 17th street in Wildwood still had no power since a blackout occurred due to a fire affecting a sub station on Oak and Susquehanna the afternoon of the day before.
On July 8, 2023, Owen's Pub on 17th street in Wildwood was closed due to a fire at a substation on the island the day before, but preparing to reopen with the activation of a large generator.
On July 8, 2023, Owen's Pub on 17th street in Wildwood was closed due to a fire at a substation on the island the day before, but preparing to reopen with the activation of a large generator.
On July 8, 2023, Rich and Linda's Barbershop was one of many businesses in Wildwood with operations suspended, due to a fire at a substation the day before.
Roman and Katie Griko, owners of Crab Cakes R-Us, sit outside their closed business Saturday afternoon in Wildwood. The owners were monitoring a portable generator that was keeping their products cold, since the power went out the day before due to a fire at a substation on the island.
On July 8, 2023, Wildwood business owner and resident Jim Dietz, remarked that in the 4 years that he has run Jurassic Swirled ice cream parlor, he has never had to deal with a power outage like the one caused by yesterday's fire at a substation.
Jim Dietz, and one of his employees, Casey Baltzer, 15, remarked that in the four years he has run Jurassic Swirled ice cream parlor, he has never had to deal with a power outage like the one caused by Friday’s fire at a substation.
On July 8, 2023, Wildwood business owner and resident Jim Dietz, standing by a generator lent to him by a friend that helped save his entire inventory, remarked that in the 4 years that he has run Jurassic Swirled ice cream parlor, he has never had to deal with a power outage like the one caused by yesterday's fire at a substation.
On July 8, 2023, Beach Bums on New Jersey Ave. was one of the Wildwood business temporarily closed due to a fire at a substation the day before that caused a black out in the city.
On July 8, 2023, Wildwood business owner Jennifer McCormick, owner of Jenni Mac's Snacks, just opened her doors for Memorial Day and was lucky to live just over on the mainland where she could transport her perishable foods till power could be restored, which eventually came on about 8 o'clock.
On July 8, 2023, Wildwood business owner Jennifer McCormick, owner of Jenni Mac's Snacks, just opened her doors for Memorial Day and was lucky to live just over on the mainland where she could transport her perishable foods till power could be restored, which eventually came on about 8 o'clock.
On July 8, 2023, A generator was operating at the corner of 8th street and New Jersey Ave. in Wildwood , helping during the blackout that had affected the entire island the day before due to a fire at a substation.
On July 8, 2023, A generator was operating at the corner of 8th street and New Jersey Ave. in Wildwood , helping during the blackout that had affected the entire island the day before due to a fire at a substation.
On July 8, 2023, Little Giant Food Market on Surf ave in Wildwood could be seen operating a generator to assist with the blackout caused by the substation fire.
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
On July 8, 2023, Potito's Bakery on 17th street in Wildwood still had no power since a blackout occurred due to a fire affecting a sub station on Oak and Susquehanna the afternoon of the day before.
Matthew Strabuk
Traffic lights throughout Wildwood were still out Saturday afternoon, like this corner of 16th Street.
Matthew Strabuk, Staff Photographer
On July 8, 2023, Owen's Pub on 17th street in Wildwood was closed due to a fire at a substation on the island the day before, but preparing to reopen with the activation of a large generator.
Matthew Strabuk
On July 8, 2023, Owen's Pub on 17th street in Wildwood was closed due to a fire at a substation on the island the day before, but preparing to reopen with the activation of a large generator.
Matthew Strabuk
On July 8, 2023, Rich and Linda's Barbershop was one of many businesses in Wildwood with operations suspended, due to a fire at a substation the day before.
Matthew Strabuk
Roman and Katie Griko, owners of Crab Cakes R-Us, sit outside their closed business Saturday afternoon in Wildwood. The owners were monitoring a portable generator that was keeping their products cold, since the power went out the day before due to a fire at a substation on the island.
Matthew Strabuk photos, Staff Photographer
On July 8, 2023, Wildwood business owner and resident Jim Dietz, remarked that in the 4 years that he has run Jurassic Swirled ice cream parlor, he has never had to deal with a power outage like the one caused by yesterday's fire at a substation.
Matthew Strabuk
Jim Dietz, and one of his employees, Casey Baltzer, 15, remarked that in the four years he has run Jurassic Swirled ice cream parlor, he has never had to deal with a power outage like the one caused by Friday’s fire at a substation.
Matthew Strabuk, Staff Photographer
On July 8, 2023, Wildwood business owner and resident Jim Dietz, standing by a generator lent to him by a friend that helped save his entire inventory, remarked that in the 4 years that he has run Jurassic Swirled ice cream parlor, he has never had to deal with a power outage like the one caused by yesterday's fire at a substation.
Matthew Strabuk
On July 8, 2023, Beach Bums on New Jersey Ave. was one of the Wildwood business temporarily closed due to a fire at a substation the day before that caused a black out in the city.
Matthew Strabuk
On July 8, 2023, Wildwood business owner Jennifer McCormick, owner of Jenni Mac's Snacks, just opened her doors for Memorial Day and was lucky to live just over on the mainland where she could transport her perishable foods till power could be restored, which eventually came on about 8 o'clock.
Matthew Strabuk
On July 8, 2023, Wildwood business owner Jennifer McCormick, owner of Jenni Mac's Snacks, just opened her doors for Memorial Day and was lucky to live just over on the mainland where she could transport her perishable foods till power could be restored, which eventually came on about 8 o'clock.
Matthew Strabuk
On July 8, 2023, A generator was operating at the corner of 8th street and New Jersey Ave. in Wildwood , helping during the blackout that had affected the entire island the day before due to a fire at a substation.
Matthew Strabuk
On July 8, 2023, A generator was operating at the corner of 8th street and New Jersey Ave. in Wildwood , helping during the blackout that had affected the entire island the day before due to a fire at a substation.
Matthew Strabuk
On July 8, 2023, Little Giant Food Market on Surf ave in Wildwood could be seen operating a generator to assist with the blackout caused by the substation fire.
Matthew Strabuk
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
Matthew Strabuk
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
Matthew Strabuk
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
Matthew Strabuk
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
Matthew Strabuk
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
Matthew Strabuk
Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood.
Matthew Strabuk, Staff Photographer
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
Matthew Strabuk
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
Matthew Strabuk
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
Matthew Strabuk
On July 8, 2023, Workers were busy at the Oak and Susquehanna electrical substation in Wildwood, where a fire the day before caused an ongoing blackout on the island.
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Roman and Katie Griko, owners of Crab Cakes R-Us, sit outside their closed business Saturday afternoon in Wildwood. The owners were monitoring a portable generator that was keeping their products cold, since the power went out the day before due to a fire at a substation on the island.
Jim Dietz, and one of his employees, Casey Baltzer, 15, remarked that in the four years he has run Jurassic Swirled ice cream parlor, he has never had to deal with a power outage like the one caused by Friday’s fire at a substation. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/atlantic-city-electric-aiming-for-9-p-m-restoration-for-all-wildwoods-customers-without-power/article_88f1e418-1d80-11ee-aa47-733e760fc884.html | 2023-07-09T04:08:31 | 1 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/atlantic-city-electric-aiming-for-9-p-m-restoration-for-all-wildwoods-customers-without-power/article_88f1e418-1d80-11ee-aa47-733e760fc884.html |
NORTHFIELD — Michael “Gus” Gustray, an Atlantic County biologist, watched as helicopter blades picked up speed, blowing back the dry grass before the chopper lifted off on a search-and-destroy mission, banking over a line of trees and heading toward the wide expanse of salt marsh.
The target: Tiny insects that can weigh as much as 2½ grains of table salt.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention calls the mosquito the world’s deadliest animal because the diseases they spread kill hundreds of thousands worldwide every year.
In addition to that, they are very annoying.
Because of the heat-trapping effects of fossil fuel emissions, they are also here longer. By analyzing temperature and humidity trends from a station at Atlantic City International Airport, science and news group Climate Central found the mosquito season here is 23 days longer on average than it was in 1979.
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“From what we are seeing, that’s fairly accurate,” said Doug Abdill, the superintendent of Atlantic County’s anti-mosquito efforts. “It’s not like one kind of mosquito is living longer, but there are more days in the year that are suitable for a mosquito to be alive.”
In practical terms, there are now more than five months of every year on average when weather conditions in South Jersey are conducive to mosquito bites. And if West Nile virus or any of the other diseases they spread are circulating, each bite can bring a severe health risk in addition to an itchy bump.
Which one is which?
The Cape May County Departments of Health and Mosquito Control are asking the public to not …
Patrick McGrath, an identification specialist with the Atlantic County Office of Mosquito Control, said staff members start checking water temperatures in March. When the water gets to be about 55 degrees, mosquitoes become active enough to start to breed.
The most intense activity comes in June, July and August, but the mosquitoes have been around longer and longer in recent years, as shown in mosquito traps placed around the county.
“We were ending up around the middle of October, when it started to get cooler. Now, we’re doing these collections longer. We’re doing them into November now,” McGrath said.
He and Gustray, a biologist with the department, were in the county’s mosquito lab in the basement of a small, nondescript building at the county’s public works yard off Dolphin Avenue. There’s a flat-bottom outboard boat on a trailer outside with the Atlantic County seal and the words “mosquito control,” but no other indication that this is mosquito central for the county.
McGrath had a tiny mosquito under a microscope, one of those caught in a light trap. The device looks like a well-made birdhouse, with wooden sides and a metal roof. The light attracts mosquitoes, which are then caught and contained.
Gustray shows off some of the other tools, including one that uses stinky standing water in a black plastic tray. When a mosquito comes in to lay its eggs, a surprisingly gentle fan blows it into a container set above the water. Yet another trap uses dry ice to create carbon dioxide. For a mosquito, carbon dioxide is an indication that something is exhaling, and where there is breathing, there is blood.
Earlier that day, Gustray watched as the helicopter took off from the open field at Stillwater Park at Shore Road. The county office does not own a helicopter but at times rents one to reach remote areas such as in the salt marsh, sometimes in cooperation with the state mosquito program.
In Atlantic County, the office of mosquito control falls under the county Department of Public Works. Its job is to cut back on the mosquito population, but also to understand what mosquitoes are out there and what dangers they present.
Note: This story originally ran in Dec. 2018
The team works with the state’s mosquito control program under the Department of Environmental Protection to watch for diseases and study mosquito populations.
There are 63 different mosquito species in New Jersey, and more than 40 of those have a home in Atlantic County.
When Gustray gives talks in schools or at community groups, he said, many express surprise that there are multiple species of mosquitoes. Many just assume a mosquito is a mosquito, he said. But there are complicated differences, including in what time of day they feed, where they reproduce and their preferred habitat.
Some prefer salt marshes, others standing fresh water. Some like stormwater basins, while some, including the aggressive Asian tiger mosquito, which can carry West Nile virus and eastern equine encephalitis, can lay eggs in the water that collects at the bottom of a potted plant tray or other small container.
In addition to other means of control, mosquito experts say pouring out any standing water around homes can make a noticeable difference in the mosquitoes in the air.
“If we could get people to understand the habitats, and just how little water they need to breed in, I don’t think we would have the amount of problems,” McGrath said.
After Gustray and McGrath identify the mosquitoes, they freeze some of them — mostly species most likely to carry diseases — to be sent to state labs for testing.
It’s about more than heat
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While heat waves strike more frequently and severely now than they used to, and with humid heat becoming more common, such conditions alone don’t necessarily mean that summer skeeters will be unbearable this year.
As much as warmth, mosquitoes need water, McGrath said. Not only do they need it to lay their eggs, most species of mosquitoes tend to be more active on humid days than on hot, dry ones.
At Cape May County’s Mosquito Control Commission, Matt Diem, the assistant superintendent, said a drought can be extremely damaging to crops and wildlife — and to mosquito populations.
“They really don’t like it when it’s very low humidity,” he said.
Over the past two years, below-average rainfall kept down mosquito populations. There has been some rain recently, but Diem said it looks like this could be another dry, hot summer.
“I guess the perfect storm would be warmer temperatures and a wet summer,” Diem said.
Interviewed earlier, McGrath made the same point. Mosquitoes need water.
“If things start to warm up earlier and we have a crazy downpour, that’s a horrible recipe,” he said. “That’s what happened this year.”
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While much of the year has been unusually dry, a single storm this spring dropped between 5 and 7 inches of rain as the weather warmed, fueling a mosquito outbreak.
Atlantic County’s mosquito control efforts began more than a century ago, at the beginnings of organized efforts to control mosquitoes, running through the famous pesticide trucks fogging streets with a mixture of diesel fuel and DDT, to today’s efforts with integrated pest management, in which Abdill said the team seeks to control the insects with as little impact on non-target species as possible.
Now, every county has its own mosquito control effort, coordinating through the state. Within that world, it’s accepted that warming temperatures are influencing what kinds of mosquitoes can thrive here and how long they will stick around.
“The evidence is there. You can’t refute that,” Gustray said.
This is the first story in a two-part collaboration with Climate Central examining connections between climate change and mosquito hazards. Priyanka Runwal (Climate Central) contributed reporting. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/changing-climate-gives-mosquitoes-more-time-to-live-each-year/article_074a1010-144e-11ee-9b23-7300de178c0f.html | 2023-07-09T04:08:37 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/changing-climate-gives-mosquitoes-more-time-to-live-each-year/article_074a1010-144e-11ee-9b23-7300de178c0f.html |
Eye health and good vision go hand in hand with general health care. And there are simple actions you can take to help care for your eyes and keep them healthy.
From the moment you awaken to the moment you go to sleep, your eyes play a critical role in how you move through the world and enjoy your life. For this reason and many more, it’s vital to keep your eyes healthy. Follow these key measures to help maintain good vision and enjoy lifelong eye health.
1. Visit your doctor for regular check-ups and any eye problems you experience. The American Optometric Association recommends eye exams starting at 6 months, again at 3 years, at the start of school and every two years until age 60. After age 61, exams should be yearly.
Those who wear corrective lenses or those defined as having a family history of eye disease, high blood pressure, diabetes or taking certain medications should undergo more frequent exams. If you’re unsure, discuss this with your doctor to determine what is best for you.
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Many vision problems (e.g., near-sightedness, far-sightedness) and eye diseases (glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration) have no obvious symptoms. Early detection of these conditions is possible with routine exams, and it can facilitate early intervention that will help maintain good vision, eye health and possibly prevent vision loss.
Visit your eye doctor if you experience any sudden change in vision, development of blurred vision or difficulty seeing, increased tearing, mucus secretion, an eye injury, sudden appearance of spots, strings or floaters in your field of vision, flashes of light, redness, eye pain or pressure, cloudy vision or anything eye concerning.
2. By getting regular exams and discussing your family history, you and your doctor are better able to anticipate, prevent and treat eye disease. Most diseases that cause blindness, like glaucoma and diabetes, can be treated or slowed if diagnosed and managed properly. And there have been major medical advances for age-related macular degeneration and cataracts.
3. Wear the right prescription lenses (or consider corrective surgery). Not wearing your prescribed eyeglasses or contacts can create discomfort from eyestrain, headaches or possibly even injury brought on by the lack of safe vision. If wearing prescriptive lenses is uncomfortable, ask about alternatives, like switching from eyeglasses to contact lenses or exploring corrective surgery.
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4. Protect your eyes from harmful rays. Ultraviolet radiation comes from sunlight, tanning beds, blacklight lamps and other forms of light. When frequently exposed, it can lead to an increased risk of cataracts or yellow raised spots on the surface of the white of the eye.
Sunglasses can protect your eyes from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Experts recommend using sunglasses that block 99% or 100% of UV-A and UV-B radiation — and wearing them whenever outdoors in daylight. Children are particularly vulnerable to the harmful effects of UV rays because their eyes are still developing. They should develop the habit of donning sunglasses young.
5. Wearing safety glasses and protective goggles when playing sports or working with hazardous materials lowers your risk for eye injury, vision damage and loss of sight.
6. Along with adjusting lights for comfort, every 20 minutes, look away from electronic devices for 20 seconds. This allows your eyes to readjust.
7. Protect eyes from short-wavelength visible light. Most digital devices and newer LED and fluorescent lights emit more wavelengths near the shorter, bluer part of the spectrum. High, continual exposure to these wavelengths can cause slow damage to the retina, which may result in problems like age-related macular degeneration later in life. Special glasses and lens coatings are available to block short-wavelength visible light.
8. Eat a well-balanced diet, including five servings of fruits and vegetables each day. Choose foods rich in antioxidants, like leafy, green vegetables and fish. Omega-3 fatty acids, lutein, carotene, vitamins C and E, and zinc can promote eye health.
9. Maintain a healthy weight. Increased weight can elevate your risk for heart disease, stroke, diabetes and hypertension, and these conditions can jeopardize your eye health.
10. Exercise regularly. Exercise improves blood circulation, increases oxygen levels to the eyes and helps remove toxins.
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11. Manage chronic health conditions. Uncontrolled diabetes and hypertension can have devastating effects on your eyes. Both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes can result in diabetic eye disease. Uncontrolled hypertension can also be detrimental, damaging the eye’s tiny, delicate blood vessels that supply the retina or nerves.
12. Remain smoke free. Smoking exposes your eyes to high levels of noxious chemicals and increases the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration, cataracts and nerve damage, all conditions that can lead to blindness.
Making these simple adjustments can do a lot to take care of your eye health and vision for a lifetime.
Dr. Nina Radcliff, of Galloway Township, is a physician anesthesiologist, television medical contributor and textbook author. Email questions for Dr. Nina to editor@pressofac.com with “Dr. Nina” in the subject line.
This article is for general information only and should not be used for the diagnosis or treatment of medical conditions and cannot substitute for advice from your medical professional. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/column/keys-to-healthy-eyes-and-good-vision-dr-nina-radcliff/article_52e2b070-1c4d-11ee-b07a-47cd283208e3.html | 2023-07-09T04:08:43 | 1 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/column/keys-to-healthy-eyes-and-good-vision-dr-nina-radcliff/article_52e2b070-1c4d-11ee-b07a-47cd283208e3.html |
Probably the only criteria that could eclipse the visual appeal or quality of construction of a particular property is its location, and in the case of the home at 8 S. Haverford Ave. in Margate, there would be no trading one asset for another.
The brand-new five-bedroom, 4½-bathroom, custom-built home is magnificent in form, function and aesthetic appeal. It is also sited — with direct objective of the owners, who sought out the ideal location before making their investment — on a quiet, one-way street that gets relatively light traffic year-round and is within easy walking distance of the beach, Casel’s supermarket, the public library, a Starbucks and lots of culinary hotspots.
“It’s in an excellent location on the south side of Margate, where there’s not a lot of new construction, especially in this price range,” says Rich Jackson, owner of Blue Sky Builders and co-owner of 8 S. Haverford. “You’re within walking distance of almost everything, and the (Huntington Avenue Park) beach (about a block away) has the bathrooms, which is a feature that a lot of people like.”
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Jackson and his business partner hired noted local architect Michael Kolchins, of Mays Landing, to design the new home, which is ready for occupancy now and includes among its many incredible amenities a four-stop elevator originating from an oversized one-car garage. The home’s ground level also features a large covered veranda in the fenced-in rear yard that leads onto a stone-paver patio, ideal for barbecuing or entertaining with family and friends. There is also an enclosed outdoor shower in the backyard.
The home’s main living level is composed of a large open-floor plan with a family room, a generous separate dining area and a state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances and a large center island with counter seating. The kitchen boasts a SubZero and Wolf stainless-steel appliance package, and gorgeous countertops with matching backsplashes. There is also a powder room or half-bath on the first level, which opens onto the first of two balconies that span the entire width of the home’s front façade.
Sited on a spacious 2,600-square-foot lot, the home showcases high ceilings, hardwood flooring and custom woodwork throughout, including a second floor with three spacious bedrooms — each an ensuite with its own private bath. The home’s generously sized master suite includes a large walk-in closet, a spa-like master bath with his-and-hers vanities and a private balcony. The third floor has two more generously sized bedrooms that share a full bathroom.
Among the home’s other fine touches are a stone veneer on its front and rear support posts, composite railings on both front decks that are practically maintenance free, and Hardie siding enveloping the home’s exterior. Hardie siding (JamesHardie.com) is a fiber-cement composition that is not only decorative but resilient to damage from moisture, decay, insects or the elements.
For more information or to take a tour of this brand-new, custom-built home in Margate, qualified buyers can call the direct line of listing agent Brian Hiltner at 609-703-4789 or Paula Hartman at 609-271-7337, or the office of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach at 609-487-7234. Prospective buyers can also email Brian at HHTBrianHiltner@gmail.com or Paula at redheadedrealtor@aol.com.
This article was produced with the support of Paula Hartman of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/contemporary-custom-built-margate-home-awaits-making-of-summertime-memories/article_30fc2c2c-1c0f-11ee-bf3d-e32439f7b239.html | 2023-07-09T04:08:49 | 1 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/contemporary-custom-built-margate-home-awaits-making-of-summertime-memories/article_30fc2c2c-1c0f-11ee-bf3d-e32439f7b239.html |
ATLANTIC CITY — Authorities have arrested a suspect in a murder that took place early Saturday, the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office said.
About 5 a.m., police responded to the 1100 block of Pacific Avenue for a physical altercation. When they arrived, they found Jewel Lonon suffering from stab wounds. Lonon died from his injuries, the Prosecutor's Office said in a news release.
Investigators identified as a suspect 37-year-old Julio Felix Vazquez-Dones. Vazquez-Dones was charged with murder, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose and unlawful possession of a weapon. He is being held in jail pending court.
Police and the Prosecutor's Office are still investigating. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-courts/man-arrested-in-early-saturday-atlantic-city-murder/article_9ba315e2-1db1-11ee-ace7-57ced3873b53.html | 2023-07-09T04:08:50 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-courts/man-arrested-in-early-saturday-atlantic-city-murder/article_9ba315e2-1db1-11ee-ace7-57ced3873b53.html |
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE — Cape May County Commissioner Marie Hayes has stepped down from her post to become the county surrogate.
Hayes took on the new role Thursday, according to a news release.
Hayes was nominated by Gov. Phil Murphy and confirmed by the state Senate to fill the seat of Dean Marcolongo, who was named a Superior Court judge earlier this year.
Hayes will hold the position until after the general election, when a new surrogate will be elected. A Republican, Hayes is running for the office and will face Democratic candidate Beverly McCall.
“The surrogate’s office is a unique elective office,” Hayes said. “We help families with wills, adoptions, and guardianships, among other things. There is a real opportunity to help people that I am truly looking forward to in this new role.”
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CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE — In November, Beverly McCall will challenge fellow Ocean City resident…
The Cape May County Republican organization will choose someone to fill Hayes' seat on the county governing body, with the expectation that the same person will run for the seat in November.
"CapeGOP leadership will be meeting shortly to determine the timing of a special convention to select a person to fill the vacancy and run in November," county Republican Chairman Michael Donohue said Friday.
That will mean three of the five seats will be up for a vote this year, with incumbent Will Morey running for reelection, joined by Melanie Collette on the Republican ticket.
There is currently a single Democratic nominee for the Board of County Commissioners, Patricia O'Connor. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/government-politics/marie-hayes-named-cape-may-county-surrogate/article_348caabc-1cee-11ee-8d09-d3b966cf5d93.html | 2023-07-09T04:08:56 | 1 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/government-politics/marie-hayes-named-cape-may-county-surrogate/article_348caabc-1cee-11ee-8d09-d3b966cf5d93.html |
ATLANTIC CITY — The nonprofit Communities Revolutionizing Open Public Spaces, or C.R.O.P.S., was happy to be included in a proposal from Village Super Market for a new grocery store in Atlantic City.
But maybe the company could have talked with them first.
“They didn’t contact us prior to putting out that document,” said Alicia Newcomb, the C.R.O.P.S. executive director, when contacted last week. She said the group welcomes the chance to talk and potentially work with the supermarket chain, regardless of whether the company receives the grocery contract.
Village Super Market was one of four companies to submit a proposal to the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority to bring a full-service grocery store to Atlantic City, with the hope of ending the city’s status as a food desert.
Also submitting proposals were JAS Group Enterprise, Save Philly Stores and Bailing International Firm, according to CRDA, which listed the respondents to its request for proposals during a meeting June 8. Proposals include mixed use development, including a plan that would include a residential component.
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The CRDA had previously committed to spending $18.7 million to build a supermarket at Baltic and Indiana avenues, where there is now a parking lot. The plan was to lease that building to Village Super Market for $1 a year to operate a ShopRite, which would have been one of several the chain operates in the region.
But that deal fell through, after a high-profile groundbreaking and close to a year of talks. Even in announcing that talks had ended this year, the CRDA said Village Super Market could submit a new proposal.
The executive summary of the proposal promised 125 jobs in the construction phase of the project and between 75 and 150 permanent full-time jobs when completed, envisioning a $40 million impact to the local economy.
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Some details of the summary of the proposal were redacted in the version released by the CRDA, potentially including some of the financial elements of the plan. The summary indicates financing for the proposal would require cooperation from government agencies, including the CRDA, the city, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority and the Atlantic County Improvement Authority.
The proposal cites a CRDA award of $350,000 to C.R.O.P.S. for an urban farming plan.
“Village welcomes the opportunity to explore partnership opportunities with C.R.O.P.S. to assist in building out their vision for urban farms in Atlantic City, and in raising the additional $350,000 in funding required by the CRDA to fully fund the program,” the proposal reads.
C.R.O.P.S. is eager for the conversation, Newcomb said.
Newcomb reached out to the company after a summary of its proposal for an Atlantic City supermarket became public. She said she heard back June 27, and there are plans for a call with company representatives in July, after the next meeting of the CRDA Board of Directors planned for July 18.
But changing a community from a food desert “goes beyond simply adding a grocery store,” Newcomb said.
Attempts to arrange an interview with a representative of Village Super Market were unsuccessful.
A company spokesperson responded to the request with a prepared statement: “Village Super Market has submitted a proposal to the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority. We are excited to be part of the process with the hope of building a full-service grocery store bringing fresh food and an exceptional shopping experience to the residents of Atlantic City.”
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The Bailing International Group proposes a 55,000-square-foot facility, with 45,000 square feet of that dedicated to a grocery store, to include prepared dishes and Jersey Fresh items. The supermarket would also include “American, Asian and Latino food sales areas” that would reflect the diverse population of Atlantic City.
The proposal also includes 10,000 square feet of restaurants and other food vendors. It envisions outdoor space in the parking lot reserved for festivals and special events. That proposal estimates $21.6 million in business in the first year.
JAS Group Enterprise of Princeton cited its experience in Atlantic City in its proposal, which calls for a 35,000-square-foot grocery and 116 workforce apartments, along with 18,000 square feet of retail.
“We believe the grocery store will fill a vacuum from city residents, employees, students and visitors, as the urban center has lacked a full-service supermarket for more than 15 years,” the proposal reads.
Save Philly Stores, of Broomall, Pennsylvania, owns and operates the Save-A-Lot in Atlantic City’s Renaissance Plaza and another dozen stores around greater Philadelphia. The company is owned by Shawn and Susan Rinnier. The summary of that proposal, too, included a redacted section, with a single paragraph blacked out in the publicly posted version.
In a 2021 interview, Shawn Rinnier discussed plans to modernize the Save-A-Lot store and said it would be difficult to compete with a supermarket around the corner that benefited from public money.
“I’d love to pay $1 a year,” he said at the time.
The company said it is well positioned to design, develop and build a new store on Baltic Avenue. The proposal indicates there are 230 Save-A-Lot stores operating in neighborhoods that would otherwise be classified as food deserts — those viewed as lacking immediate access to affordable, nutritious food — and cited experience in urban communities, including Atlantic City.
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“The proposed project would consist of a 24,500 square foot Save A Lot together with approximately 200 parking spaces operating 24 hours a day. The site plan is designed to allow for the development of two retail outparcels of approximately 4,500 and 3,000 square feet to complement the grocery store, but this proposal includes only the development and operation of the grocery store,” the summary of the proposal states.
The proposal also cites the company’s community engagement, including donations to community groups, schools and other organizations.
Officials with the CRDA had no immediate answer to when a vote on the proposals may come before the Board of Directors. There was no discussion of the proposals, or mention of the supermarket project, during the board’s most recent meeting June 20.
Karen Martin, the authority’s acting communications director, previously said the process typically takes about 12 weeks from the proposal to an in-house review process before being brought to the board for a vote. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/grocery-proposal-cites-work-with-crops-in-atlantic-city-that-was-the-first-the-group/article_82f5f2e8-1cd6-11ee-8f00-d37181531bc1.html | 2023-07-09T04:09:03 | 1 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/grocery-proposal-cites-work-with-crops-in-atlantic-city-that-was-the-first-the-group/article_82f5f2e8-1cd6-11ee-8f00-d37181531bc1.html |
OCEAN CITY — The city held its annual Freckle Contest on Wednesday at the Music Pier on the Boardwalk.
The contest was divided into five age ranges and was open to anyone who wants to compare the number of freckles on their face with others.
The winners of the 5-and-under category were Mackenzie Jordan of Philadelphia in first place, followed by Reed Gillespie of Medford in second place and Gabi Mininsohn of Gaithersburg, Maryland, in third place. Madison Jordan of Philadelphia received honorable mention.
The winners of the 6-to-8 category were Joseph Giglio of Havertown, Pennsylvania, in first place, followed by Colin Williams of North Wales, Pennsylvania, in second place and Demi Detullio of Dividing Creek in third. Adeline Horcher of Langhorne, Pennsylvania, received honorable mention.
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The winners of the 9-to-12 category were Nora Mahoney of Syracuse, New York, in first place, followed by Logan Connolly from West Chester, Pennsylvania, in second place, and Grace Caldwell of Jackson in third place. Shane Jackson of Holland, Pennsylvania, received honorable mention.
Sean Friel of Lower Merion, Pennsylvania, won first place in the teen category, followed by Savannah Bell of Broomall, Pennsylvania, in second place and Kailee Kline of Spring City, Pennsylvania, in third. Kennedy Lewis of West Chester, Pennsylvania, received honorable mention.
Kelly Bickhart of West Chicago won first place in the adult category, followed by Lindsey Detullio of Dividing Creek in second place and Lisa Lessig of West Deptford in third. Karen Jeffers of Skillman received honorable mention. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/oc-freckles/article_e776774e-1d01-11ee-83e8-63d4bb284193.html | 2023-07-09T04:09:09 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/oc-freckles/article_e776774e-1d01-11ee-83e8-63d4bb284193.html |
Saturday will be the better of the two weekend days for the beaches, bays and boardwalks. However, Meteorologist Joe Martucci explains when you'll have dry time Sunday, too.
Coastal flooding will also be around for up to two hours between 10 p.m. and 3 a.m. Saturday night.
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Drought expanded into more of South Jersey this week, and we continue to search for widespread rain across the area. We won’t have it Saturday, as the usual p.m. showers and storms pop up. However, there is the possibility that it passes Sunday night.
Drought has expanded into more of South Jersey, according to the United States Drought Monitor's Thursday update, as limited showers and storms failed to quench the ground.
Dense fog will be present until about midmorning. We’ll start off in the upper 60s inland again, with low 70s at the shore. Be careful driving.
For Saturday, I do believe most areas west of the Garden State Parkway could tap into an hour’s worth of rain during the afternoon.
That’s because a very slow moving cold front has finally entered the region. It’s weak, but it’ll be enough to bring isolated showers and storms from 1 to about 9 p.m.
If you get caught in a thunderstorm, flooding rain will be possible. We’re loaded with moisture in the air, as we can all feel. Plus, there is not much to steer these storms one way or another.
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Those east of the parkway look to be dry. All plans at the shore will be great.
Otherwise, expect a mix of sun and clouds. High temperatures will peak around 90 for Hammonton and those well inland. Egg Harbor Township and those closer to the bays will be in the mid-80s. The actual shore will be around 80 degrees. The southeast wind brings us this setup for a fourth day in a row.
The evening will be comfortable, sliding through the 70s under a mainly clear sky. Coastal flooding will be very limited for the night; up to three inches of salt water will be possible between 11 p.m. and 3 a.m. This will bring our eight-day streak of flooding to an end.
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Overnight, patchy, dense fog will develop again. The moist, southerly air going over a relatively cooler air mass brings the fog here through midmorning.
Overnight lows will be in the low 70s, balmy.
Then we get to Sunday. Rain will likely come in two rounds.
The first will be showers and storms from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. This is a big window. However, I expect some places to be completely dry. If you can handle an hour or two’s worth of rain in or around your outdoor plans, you’ll be OK.
Highs will be around 80 at the beaches to the low 80s at the shore. The clouds and rain showers will keep temperatures down.
The next round will come for up to three hours between 7 p.m. Sunday and 3 a.m. Monday. Damaging winds and roadway flooding will be possible as a low-pressure system moves from Virginia over New Jersey and into New England.
This will be a case where North Jersey gets more rain than us, where it should be a Sunday night washout as opposed to just a few hours of rain. North Jersey has been keeping the rain to itself this year, where it’s been near average for rain. Meanwhile, we’ve been below average.
Sunday night’s lows will hover around 70 degrees. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/weather/nj-weekend-weather-forecast-for-july-8-9/article_1982ec0c-1ceb-11ee-b853-4f7c17772fd6.html | 2023-07-09T04:09:16 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/weather/nj-weekend-weather-forecast-for-july-8-9/article_1982ec0c-1ceb-11ee-b853-4f7c17772fd6.html |
A look at how local minor league players are performing (stats through Thursday):
Triple-A
RHP Brett Kennedy (Atlantic City), 28, was optioned back to the Louisville Bats (Cincinnati Reds) on Thursday. Kennedy was called up Tuesday and pitched in his first major league game since 2018, when he was with the San Diego Padres, and earned the win for the Reds. Kennedy’s contract was purchased May 13 by the Reds from the Long Island Ducks of the independent Atlantic League. In eight minor league starts with Louisville this year, he was 2-2 with a 3.71 ERA and 37 strikeouts in 43 2/3 innings.
2B Buddy Kennedy (Millville), 24, is playing for the Reno Aces (Arizona Diamondbacks). Through 71 games, he was hitting .340 (89 for 262) with 18 doubles, seven triples, four home runs, 60 runs and 37 RBIs. He had walked 60 times and struck out 50 times, and his OPS was .981.
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LHP Jay Groome (Barnegat), 24, is pitching for the El Paso Chihuahuas (San Diego Padres). Through 17 starts, he was 1-6 with an 8.69 ERA and 71 strikeouts in 77 2/3 innings. In his last start Wednesday, he allowed a run on six hits and two walks and struck out three in six innings and got the no-decision.
Double-A
RHP Sean Mooney (Ocean City), 25, was assigned to the Wichita Wind Surge (Minnesota Twins) and placed on the seven-day injured list to start the season (right shoulder fatigue). He was later moved to the 60-day IL.
High-A
RHP Chase Petty (Mainland Regional), 20, is pitching for the Dayton Dragons (Cincinnati Reds). Through nine starts this season, he was 0-1 with a 1.53 ERA, a 1.08 WHIP and 39 strikeouts in 35 1/3 innings.
Single-A
LHP Noah Dean (Pinelands Regional), 22, is pitching for the Salem Red Sox (Boston Red Sox). Through 13 starts in his first pro season, he was 1-5 with a 7.97 ERA and 44 strikeouts in 35 innings.
SS Josh Hood (St. Augustine Prep), 22, is playing for the Modesto Nuts (Seattle Mariners). Through 62 games, he was hitting .255 (64 for 251) with 15 doubles, two triples, five homers, 40 runs, 33 RBIs and 16 stolen bases in 18 tries.
RHP Joe Joe Rodriguez (Vineland), 23, pitching for the St. Lucie Mets (New York Mets), was 1-1 with an 11.44 ERA and 22 strikeouts in 19 2/3 innings (14 appearances). | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/sports/local/brett-kennedy-sent-back-to-triple-a-louisville-local-minor-league-update/article_1ccfec32-1ce8-11ee-ab33-d7e50bc0890d.html | 2023-07-09T04:10:09 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/sports/local/brett-kennedy-sent-back-to-triple-a-louisville-local-minor-league-update/article_1ccfec32-1ce8-11ee-ab33-d7e50bc0890d.html |
Lightweight Double
MAINLAND REGIONAL
Molly Lind, Chloe Reganato
This crew of sophomores finished third at the Garden State Scholastic Rowing Championships (commonly called States) and won the five-boat girls double race at the Atlantic County High School Rowing Championships.
Junior Four
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP
Rachel Kent, Rachel Yushan, Sarah Conant, Casey Herron, coxswain Alyssa Backlyki
The Eagles finished second at both States and the Philadelphia City Championships and won a six-boat race at the Atlantic County Championships. They finished fifth in a semifinal at the Stotesbury Cup Regatta in a field of 56 boats. Also took fifth in a semifinal at the Scholastic Rowing Association of America (commonly called “Nationals”).
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Varsity Four
ATLANTIC CITY
Grace Gaskill, Lexi Gormley, Claire Kelly, Melissa Tran, coxswain Tasnova Tayeba
The Vikings gets the edge over Ocean City and Egg Harbor Township. Atlantic City won the Atlantic County Championship in a nine-boat field. A week later, A.C. placed fifth among 46 boats at Stotesbury. EHT placed fourth to O.C.’s fifth at States, and O.C. was sixth in a semifinal at the City Championships.
Varsity Eight
HOLY SPIRIT
Allie Solari, Ava Buccafurni, Gwen Amalfitano, Julianna Gorka, Allie Lee, Taya Anderson, Olvia Bencze, Chloe Cooke, coxswain Sara LaVigna
The Spartans started off the championship races by finishing second at both the States and City regattas. Holy Spirit won a two-boat Atlantic County Championships race and then placed second to Mount St. Joseph Academy, a Philadelphia suburb power, at Stotesbury in a 27-boat field. The Spirit crew placed fifth in the final at Nationals.
Lightweight Four
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP
Izzy Patel, Gianna Middleton, Mollie Ireland, Lily Winkler, coxswain Talia DeNafo
The lightweight four division had a season-long multi-rivalry, mostly among Egg Harbor Township, Holy Spirit and Ocean City. Oakcrest and Absegami were in it, too. EHT was second and Ocean City third at States, and the Eagles were second and Holy Spirit third at the City event. After two losses to Spirit, EHT finished up by placing second at Nationals to lead all area girls and boys boats.
Lightweight Four
HOLY SPIRIT
Grace Fishbein, Summer Stevenson, Melissa Ledwold, Caroline Spina, coxswain Gia Rynkiewicz
The Spartans beat EHT by 0.10 seconds in the six-boat Atlantic County race and placed third to Ocean City’s fourth and EHT’s fifth at Stotesbury in a field of 12 boats. Holy Spirit finished third and Ocean City sixth at nationals.
Lightweight four
OCEAN CITY
Molly Hoffman, Leah Japzon, Julia Gray, Bridget Millar, coxswain Lauren Shaw
The Red Raiders were third at States, fourth at the City Championships and at Stotesbury, and sixth at nationals.
Junior Quad
HOLY SPIRIT
Jordan Costantino, Makayla Cappuccio, Rosie Handle, Eve Amalfitano
This crew finished fourth at States, sixth at the City Championships and won a two-boat race in the Atlantic County event. The Spartans were fifth in a semifinal at Stotesbury.
Second eight/junior eight
ATLANTIC CITY
Anna Tran, Yaisha Rios, Chloe Connors, Mackenzie Morgan, Mardiha Ahmed, Elon Lomax, Sophia Mammucari, Gabriela Tayoun, coxswain Isabella Gravely. Other junior eight rowers: Maggie Morgan, Kaitlynn Do, Zuzanna Turska, Lauren Fox.
The Vikings’ second eight won a three-boat race at States and was second at the City Championships. The junior eight, with many of the same rowers, won at Atlantic County and was fifth at Stotesbury among 41 crews.
Freshman eight
OCEAN CITY
Erin Loughran, Jada Smith, Romi Yakita, Borana Bixha, Kailyn Kelly, Madison Hart, Vicky Sakhno, Addison Guest, coxswain Addison Bradshaw
The O.C. crew won the Atlantic County race after finishing second at States and fourth at the City Championships.
Novice four
OCEAN CITY
Margot Swift, Daniela Ritzel, Reese Hemberger, Ava Ryan, coxswain Alivia Adams
This crew had a great season, winning at States, the City Championships and Atlantic County.
Junior eight
OCEAN CITY
Casey Coffey, Adison Conti, Atea Loesch, Kaitlyn Calloway, Marissa Trostle, Reese Powell, Bria Condella, Samantha Parsons, Jena Ellis, Marina Zappone, Rainey Puerta
O.C. ran two junior eights for much of the season. The top crew’s best finish was second at States and fourth at the City Championships. The Red Raiders’ top crew, which had some changes during the season, was sixth in a semifinal at nationals.
Novice eight
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP
Leila Imberti, Amber Sullivan, Skyelar Ellis, Michelle Rodriguez-Guerrara, Lily Corcoran, Ella Berg, Mia Storz, Kaitlynn Zimmerman, coxswain Alanna Malc
This crew won at States and Atlantic County and was third at the City Championships. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/sports/local/highschool/the-press-girls-crew-all-stars/article_898b6f50-0fdb-11ee-ae65-e3d990a48a40.html | 2023-07-09T04:10:15 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/sports/local/highschool/the-press-girls-crew-all-stars/article_898b6f50-0fdb-11ee-ae65-e3d990a48a40.html |
NORTH BRADDOCK, Pa. — This weekend marks the 268th anniversary of the “Battle of the Monongahela.”
People can visit several free events at the Battlefield History Center in North Braddock.
The battle, also known as “Braddock’s defeat” is considered the most widely recognized battle of the French and Indian War in 1755.
The history center is displaying artifacts from the battle itself.
The museum opens with complimentary admission on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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PITTSBURGH — Thousands of people filled the streets near Acrisure Stadium on the North Shore to see Ed Sheeran perform.
PHOTOS: Ed Sheeran visits Pittsburgh during ‘Mathematics Tour’
“This will be my first concert,” said 18-year-old Jeremiah Thomas, who drove to Pittsburgh from Paden City, W.V. with his coach and two friends. “I think it’ll be a great experience. I’m looking forward to it a lot.”
Renea DeVaughn’s children and grandchildren came in from up and down the East coast surprising her on her 75th birthday with tickets to see the Grammy winner.
“I like his music,” said DeVaughn of Penn Hills.
DeVaughn’s daughter Darlene Jackson flew in from Atlanta, Ga. for the surprise.
“I love him too but she loves him even more, so when we decided to come, I had to listen to his music to get familiar with it and I love it,” Jackson said.
DeVaughn wasn’t the only one to get a huge surprise.
Earlier in the day during the lunch rush, the mega pop star made a pit stop at Caliente Pizza & Drafthouse in Crafton. Sheeran was serving up slices to starstruck fans.
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“Oh my gosh, he’s right there!” yelled fan Kallie Netherton. “I’m going to the show tonight, and we heard he was going to be here so we rushed here. We came from Cincinnati, so we rushed here to be here to see him and then he handed me a pizza and I freaked out. I just cannot believe it.”
Sheeran also gave away 100 concert tickets to his show Saturday.
Brittany Shane of Robinson Township snagged a pair of tickets hidden in the pizza box Sheeran gave her.
“He was so nice,” Shane said. “He was just giving out to everybody. There were hundreds of people so excited. The fact that he does this for his fans and wants to get down there, that’s why everybody loves him so much.”
Back on the North Shore, businesses, including Southern Tier Brewing Co. are seeing sales add up, thanks to Sheeran’s ‘Mathematics Tour.’
“It’s very lively. People are having a great time right now,” said Nick Hurst, the front-of-house manager at Southern Tier Brewing Co.
Southern Tier Brewing Co. Host and Server Assistant Rachel Westley said wait times for tables were about two hours.
“At the peak of it, our wait list was almost 60 people, so there was definitely a huge influx of people coming in than what we’d normally see on a Saturday,” she said.
Hurst said they’re prepared.
“We’re staffed all the way up,” he said. “We had extra trucks come in from Lakewood, from all of our other vendors. We’re here. We’re ready. We’re fully stocked.”
While the ‘Perfect’ singer-songwriter might not see the record-breaking crowds at Acrisure as Taylor Swift did, his concert is still expected to have a big economic impact.
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PITTSBURGH — If you watched Steelers wide receiver George Pickens in his rookie season, it would be hard not to get excited with all the highlight reel plays he put up throughout the season. But Pickens could be up to make a bigger leap into superstardom if he continues his upward trend.
If you are betting historically, the chances that Pickens lands into a 1,000-yard club are high. According to David Gautieri, out of 36 receivers drafted since 2000 that had 800 or more yards their rookie seasons, 24 of those guys ended up with or paced for 1000 or more yards their second year. That’s around 66 percent.
It’s a good sign, but there’s even more that could really pop Pickens more. Among early declares into the NFL Draft, which Pickens was, that climbs up to a whopping 86 percent or 18 of 21 players. To say the least, when you are as productive a rookie as Pickens was in his first year, the signs are good historically.
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ROCHESTER, Minn.-- The Rochester Garden and Flower Cub is working to connect the community with nature through their annual garden tour.
The tour kicked off Saturday at Rochester Community Technical College's S.M.A.R.T Garden and continued on to 5 other gardens throughout Northwest Rochester. Some of the gardens featured in the tour were selected by the club to show off.
Pamela Hein, the club's coordinator says, “They all have different features and different types of gardens. So there's always something for everyone. They're available to anyone in the public to come and sit a spell or tour and spend at their leisure."
Since 1929 the Garden and Flower Club has been dedicated to sharing gardening tips and activities.
The gardening club meets at 6pm every third Thursday of each month at the Eagles club. Meetings are open to the public. | https://www.kimt.com/news/local/garden-club-offers-tours-to-educate-the-community/article_7ba1d67e-1e07-11ee-81f7-d71b60ae534f.html | 2023-07-09T04:14:28 | 0 | https://www.kimt.com/news/local/garden-club-offers-tours-to-educate-the-community/article_7ba1d67e-1e07-11ee-81f7-d71b60ae534f.html |
KIMT NEWS 3–Social media giant, Meta Platforms Incorporated, or Meta, launched a new platform on Wednesday that is going toe to toe with Elon Musk's Twitter.
The emergence of the Threads app, has been described by some of it's users as a mirror to twitter--with extra perks.
The app has already attracted over 70 million users since Wednesday, according to Threads CEO, Mark Zuckerberg. Users can sign up through their Instagram account to use the text-based conversation platform. For those already on Instagram , followers will carry over into Threads. Another comparison to note is that Threads has a character limit of 500 words, compared to Twitter's 280 word count.
Users can also repost, reply or quote a thread. Twitter has since threatened legal action against Meta over the new app accusing them of hiring former twitter employees to create a 'copycat app'. In the letter , Twitter's attorney Alex Spiro said they "intend to strictly enforce its intellectual property rights”. Meta spokesperson, Andy Stone wrote on the app, that "no one on the threads engineering team is a former twitter employee."
A few users shared with KIMT that they intend to keep both threads and twitter. one person even shared their critiques of threads saying there are limited features such as explore sections, and no talk rooms or hashtags.
As of now the app's developers are telling users that if they want to delete their threads account, they will have to also delete their Instagram. They recommend setting up a second Instagram account specifically for Threads. | https://www.kimt.com/news/local/threads-app-met-with-legal-action-from-competitor/article_7ac4cdec-1e07-11ee-82ca-7f1c5c66cb3f.html | 2023-07-09T04:14:34 | 0 | https://www.kimt.com/news/local/threads-app-met-with-legal-action-from-competitor/article_7ac4cdec-1e07-11ee-82ca-7f1c5c66cb3f.html |
Late pitch to save McCoy; Jimmy Buffett surprise; nurse suspended: Top stories this week
- Weary neighbors of Providence's historic Cranston Street Armory fear another disappointment in their decades-long effort to see it redeveloped.
- What's on the menu for this year's Providence Restaurant Weeks, which runs July 9-23?
- Baseball players with RI ties are awaiting the call at this weekend's MLB Draft.
- Providence Journal News Quiz: What happened this week?
Here's a look at some of The Providence Journal's most-read stories for the week of July 2, supported by your subscriptions.
- What's to become of the historic Cranston Street Armory? That's what weary residents of Providence's West End are asking after decades of passionate but (so far) fruitless advocacy for its redevelopment. With the latest proposal in limbo amid an embarrassing national scandal, neighbors are in a familiar place: feeling defeated and wondering when they will see progress — if ever. Columnist Mark Patinkin says it's time for state officials to summon the political will to save a Rhode Island landmark.
- Providence Restaurant Weeks gets underway this weekend. Food writer Gail Ciampa whets your appetite with a guide to special menus and promotions.
- Which baseball players with Rhode Island ties might be tapped when the MLB Draft begins Sunday night? Bishop Hendricken pitcher Alex Clemmey is expected to be off the board early, but he could have some company. For the latest on the draft and other high school and college sports news, go to providencejournal.com/sports.
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Billionaire with RI ties wants to buy McCoy Stadium to bring back baseball. Is it too late?
Journal sportswriter Eric Rueb broke the news this week about a billionaire businessman with ties to Rhode Island who is hoping to save McCoy Stadium and bring baseball back to Pawtucket. But the city’s mayor says the final pitch to save the ballpark has long since been thrown.
Stefan Soloviev, who studied at the University of Rhode Island, says he’s willing to buy the stadium and its land, make the necessary renovations and do whatever is needed to ensure professional baseball returns. But Pawtucket Mayor Don Grebien said plans to demolish McCoy and use the site for the city’s new high school are signed, sealed and delivered.
Soloviev said he's beaten the odds before, saving a stretch of railroad slated for demolition in Colorado.
Sports: Billionaire with RI ties wants to buy McCoy Stadium to bring back baseball. Is it too late?
A nurse reportedly wrote his number on a patient's thigh. The state suspended his license.
The state Department of Health suspended a nurse’s license to practice after a patient accused him of writing his name and phone number on her thigh and touching her inappropriately during an examination.
Interim Director Dr. Utpala Bandy suspended the license of Raymond Dillon III after determining that continuation of his practice would “constitute an immediate danger to the public.”
According to the suspension notice, a female patient at an unidentified urgent care center said Dillon rubbed her arm and her upper leg after raising her shorts without permission to admire a tattoo. He reportedly encouraged the patient to call him, saying he could provide any prescriptions she needed, and commented about taking her out for wine, according to the notice.
Local news: A nurse reportedly wrote his number on a patient's thigh. The state suspended his license.
Why a plane saying that the RI shore isn't private flew over beaches on Saturday
A small plane with a banner stating, "THE RHODE ISLAND SHORE IS NOT PRIVATE!" flew over South County beaches last Saturday.
"The point is the Rhode Island shore belongs to the Rhode Island public — always did," said Scott Keeley, the activist who organized the demonstration.
Keeley said he initially envisioned the fly-over as a protest, but it ended up being a celebration of new legislation that allows public use of the shoreline within 10 feet of the visible high tide line.
On Friday, however, a group of coastal property owners drew a new line in the sand, filing a federal lawsuit to overturn the shoreline access law on constitutional grounds.
Beach access: Why a plane saying that the RI shore isn't private flew over beaches on Saturday
Jimmy Buffett plays a surprise performance in Portsmouth
Jimmy Buffett sings that life is “more manageable when thought of as a scavenger hunt as opposed to a surprise party,” but that didn’t stop him from surprising an audience in Portsmouth last Sunday.
The singer-songwriter made an impromptu 45-minute appearance at Sunset Cove, bringing the screaming crowd to its feet.
A video of the concert posted to Facebook shows Mac McAnally, the headliner for the show and longtime member of The Coral Reefer Band, in the middle of singing “It’s Five O'clock Somewhere.” When he got to the lyric “At a moment like this, I can't help but wonder what would Jimmy Buffett do,” Buffett himself showed up with an answer.
Entertainment: Jimmy Buffett plays a surprise performance in Portsmouth, RI. How did it happen?
2 RI Christmas Tree Shops to close in company's bankruptcy proceedings
Christmas Tree Shops in Warwick, Middletown and North Attleboro, Massachusetts, appear poised to close their doors forever.
The liquidation sales and closure of all Christmas Tree Shops in the country was outlined in proposed orders filed in federal Bankruptcy Court in Delaware on June 29.
The Massachusetts-based retailer filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on May 5, along with its parent company, Handil Holdings. The two Rhode Island stores are among 74 Christmas Tree Shops stores — all the remaining locations — that are slated to be closed.
Business: 2 RI Christmas Tree Shops to close in company's bankruptcy proceedings
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FORT WORTH, Texas — The City of Fort Worth and its police department are planning to install gunshot-detecting microphones atop utility poles around town.
The technology will help authorities gather leads more efficiently by harvesting evidence almost immediately after a violent crime is detected.
Police presented the plan to city council in May.
"These are the types of calls that are often very hard to pin down," Fort Worth police Sgt. Jason Spencer told WFAA in May. "This is an additional piece of integration that will help us... address some of these crimes that, honestly, are just getting missed right now."
The sensors are programmed to alert police only after detecting gunshots, not other noises or voices. One manufacturer compared its microphone system to an Amazon smart-home device which listens once a user says "Alexa."
After a gunshot, the devices would prompt existing cameras and license-plate readers to point in the direction of the sound. Integrated, smart streetlights could also illuminate darker areas to give police a better look at a potential scene.
"We might hear a gunshot from a drive-by shooting, and then see that vehicle on camera fleeing at a high rate of speed and get a license plate off it," Spencer said.
It's not yet clear when city workers will begin installing the sensors. Fort Worth police in May told city councilmembers the department planned to secure a grant to pay for the technology.
Initially, police will place the microphones in communities where gunshots often break the night's silence. Many of these locations already have Flock cameras, which automatically read license plates.
"It'll be like having a really attentive neighbor," Spencer said.
City Councilman Michael Crain said he'd support using taxpayer money for more gunshot detectors, assuming the pilot program works as intended.
"Any time you have objective technology - body cameras and everything else - I'm very supportive of that," Crain told WFAA in May.
Crain said it's important to "balance" concerns about privacy, but added that Fort Worth "can't continue to grow and be prosperous as a city if people don't feel safe."
But gunshot detectors are not universally accepted.
Chicago's city watchdog issued a report noting that gunshot detectors "rarely lead to evidence of a gun-related crime."
New Orleans abandoned similar technology after police could not demonstrate the sensors cut crime. But years later, Crescent City leaders are considering redeploying the equipment.
Chicago and New Orleans used ShotSpotter acoustic gunshot technology. A different company would make Fort Worth's sensors.
"We support our public safety officers," Crain said. "We don't follow the lead of every other, larger city."
"If we work together to tell how this technology will help keep people safe, I think we can just tell the story better than maybe some of these other cities," he added. | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/gunshot-detectors-microphones-fort-worth-privacy-shooting/287-441d985d-1b0a-434d-b7fb-6ff115ffdddd | 2023-07-09T04:36:50 | 1 | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/gunshot-detectors-microphones-fort-worth-privacy-shooting/287-441d985d-1b0a-434d-b7fb-6ff115ffdddd |
FORT WORTH, Texas — The City of Fort Worth and its police department are planning to install gunshot-detecting microphones atop utility poles around town.
The technology will help authorities gather leads more efficiently by harvesting evidence almost immediately after a violent crime is detected.
Police presented the plan to city council in May.
"These are the types of calls that are often very hard to pin down," Fort Worth police Sgt. Jason Spencer told WFAA in May. "This is an additional piece of integration that will help us... address some of these crimes that, honestly, are just getting missed right now."
The sensors are programmed to alert police only after detecting gunshots, not other noises or voices. One manufacturer compared its microphone system to an Amazon smart-home device which listens once a user says "Alexa."
After a gunshot, the devices would prompt existing cameras and license-plate readers to point in the direction of the sound. Integrated, smart streetlights could also illuminate darker areas to give police a better look at a potential scene.
"We might hear a gunshot from a drive-by shooting, and then see that vehicle on camera fleeing at a high rate of speed and get a license plate off it," Spencer said.
It's not yet clear when city workers will begin installing the sensors. Fort Worth police in May told city councilmembers the department planned to secure a grant to pay for the technology.
Initially, police will place the microphones in communities where gunshots often break the night's silence. Many of these locations already have Flock cameras, which automatically read license plates.
"It'll be like having a really attentive neighbor," Spencer said.
City Councilman Michael Crain said he'd support using taxpayer money for more gunshot detectors, assuming the pilot program works as intended.
"Any time you have objective technology - body cameras and everything else - I'm very supportive of that," Crain told WFAA in May.
Crain said it's important to "balance" concerns about privacy, but added that Fort Worth "can't continue to grow and be prosperous as a city if people don't feel safe."
But gunshot detectors are not universally accepted.
Chicago's city watchdog issued a report noting that gunshot detectors "rarely lead to evidence of a gun-related crime."
New Orleans abandoned similar technology after police could not demonstrate the sensors cut crime. But years later, Crescent City leaders are considering redeploying the equipment.
Chicago and New Orleans used ShotSpotter acoustic gunshot technology. A different company would make Fort Worth's sensors.
"We support our public safety officers," Crain said. "We don't follow the lead of every other, larger city."
"If we work together to tell how this technology will help keep people safe, I think we can just tell the story better than maybe some of these other cities," he added. | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/gunshot-detectors-microphones-fort-worth-privacy-shooting/287-441d985d-1b0a-434d-b7fb-6ff115ffdddd | 2023-07-09T04:37:37 | 0 | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/gunshot-detectors-microphones-fort-worth-privacy-shooting/287-441d985d-1b0a-434d-b7fb-6ff115ffdddd |
Teen accidentally shot, killed by brother, Phoenix police say
A teenager died in a shooting at a north Phoenix apartment complex on Friday morning, according to the Phoenix Police Department.
At about 10:35 a.m. Friday, officers responded to reports of a shooting at an apartment complex off Bell Road and North Seventh Street. When officers arrived, they found a boy, later identified as Antawn Haynes, 16, who had a gunshot wound. Haynes was taken to the hospital where he was later pronounced dead, according to a police news release.
Preliminary information from detectives suggested that Haynes' older brother owned a handgun, and that Haynes grabbed his brother, causing the handgun to accidentally fire, police said.
Haynes' brother was released by officers from the area of the shooting after being interviewed, according to the police news release.
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OGUNQUIT, Maine — Like many people who go on to become professional actors, Max Clayton caught the theatre bug early.
"In elementary school, I did a production of 'The Sound of Music' in Manchester, New Hampshire, where I’m from," he said. "I played Kurt von Trapp, and I fell in love with it. But it wasn’t something that I ever thought I could make a career out of."
In time, Clayton’s ambitions changed, and this month he has the lead role in "Singin' in the Rain" at Ogunquit Playhouse, not much more than an hour's drive from his hometown. The people who know him best, some of whom even watched him on stage as a youthful von Trapp, are enthusiastically coming over from New Hampshire to catch his performance.
"I think the most people I’ve had at one show is 70 friends and family," he said. "It’s been so overwhelming and incredible and so humbling… it feels like a homecoming."
It's also a bit nerve-wracking, which is not a feeling that a veteran of Broadway, Carnegie Hall, Radio City Music Hall quite expected. But that’s what happens when people you’ve known all your life are scattered throughout the audience.
"Ogunquit Playhouse is super-intimate and there’s really not a bad seat in the house. Knowing that all my closest family and friends are in the audience watching me—it's like I’m in the living room again," he said with a laugh. "I’d rather be in front of a sea of strangers." | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/207/for-an-actor-at-ogunquit-playhouse-the-hardest-part-is-performing-in-front-of-friends-and-family-acting-theatre-theater-singin-in-the-rain-207/97-c7e7e898-7b50-4e52-ba7c-b89c4ae76f67 | 2023-07-09T04:44:12 | 0 | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/207/for-an-actor-at-ogunquit-playhouse-the-hardest-part-is-performing-in-front-of-friends-and-family-acting-theatre-theater-singin-in-the-rain-207/97-c7e7e898-7b50-4e52-ba7c-b89c4ae76f67 |
SULLIVAN, Maine — A 25-year-old bicyclist was injured in a crash on Route 1 in Sullivan Friday morning.
According to the Hancock County Sheriff's Office, Justin Kane, 25, of Sullivan swerved in front of a 2018 Mack Truck 800 while attempting to cross the road "without regard to traffic."
Kane and the truck were both traveling eastbound on Route 1.
The sheriff's office said the driver of the truck was not given enough time to stop and then struck Kane.
Kane reportedly suffered injuries not considered life-threatening and was brought to the Northern Light Hospital in Ellsworth for treatment.
The Hancock-Sullivan bridge and Route 1 have since reopened for thru traffic after being shut down earlier in the day due to the crash.
The Hancock County Sheriff's Office was assisted on scene by state police, Sullivan Fire Department, Hancock Fire Department, and Maine Medical Emergency Medical Services. | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/public-safety/bicyclist-injured-in-sullivan-crash-route-1-maine-hancock-sullivan-bridge-road-closure/97-96ddbcc1-5ef9-4e51-a649-5bb3dad47266 | 2023-07-09T04:44:18 | 1 | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/public-safety/bicyclist-injured-in-sullivan-crash-route-1-maine-hancock-sullivan-bridge-road-closure/97-96ddbcc1-5ef9-4e51-a649-5bb3dad47266 |
LEBANON, Maine — The Lebanon Fire Department is facing multiple challenges in the months ahead—from voters, sewage issues, and the loss of its leader come Sunday.
Chief Kurk Flynn announced he was resigning from the department after his July 9 shift.
He said working extensive overtime while his son deals with health issues back home in Vermont was the last straw, and said many in town support his team, even organizing a "meal train" to feed them.
But, he said, others have fought many needed upgrades and repairs to equipment and to the station itself, including when residents voted against plans for a new building in June.
Miranda, a resident, spoke at length to the select board during their June 29 meeting, admonishing them for not providing enough detail in their proposal to voters. She said, with more complete plans, Lebanon voters would likely be more willing to pass it, whether or not their taxes would rise.
"I just wanted you to understand not everybody voted it down because they don't want it, they don't like the chief, they're on one side or another," she said to the board.
Sewage pipes burst two days after the vote, forcing the firefighters and EMTs into a trailer parked outside the station, with bathrooms in another small trailer around the corner. They have also faced harassment, with one commenter on a Lebanon Facebook page calling the firefighters a "goon squad" when they attended a select board meeting.
Pauley Rumery said the mission remains the same.
"Whatever happens around here we'll still get on that truck we'll get on that ambulance and do what we do for the residents of Lebanon," he said.
Flynn said he’s fought for his team and hopes they get support.
"I guarantee this town I gave you 100 percent of my time all the time," he told NEWS CENTER Maine Friday afternoon. "And I'm ready to go home and see my boy and my grandkids and, especially, my wife."
In August, Lebanon voters will decide if they want the town to make immediate plans to get the fire crew back inside a solid structure. Meanwhile, the town is conducting research to determine the best location and plan for a potential new fire station.
They intend to present their findings to voters in November when residents will again decide the future stability of the department.
NEWS CENTER Maine tried to reach both members of the town’s select board fire subcommittee for comment but did not hear back. | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/sewage-a-resignation-and-stopped-by-voters-lebanon-fire-department-faces-mounting-challenges-town-politics-maine/97-f9eb5dcf-34cd-4e93-a43a-c30a4cb58522 | 2023-07-09T04:44:24 | 1 | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/sewage-a-resignation-and-stopped-by-voters-lebanon-fire-department-faces-mounting-challenges-town-politics-maine/97-f9eb5dcf-34cd-4e93-a43a-c30a4cb58522 |
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. — In what appears to be a brazen theft, two men were caught on camera allegedly stealing over $2,600 worth of merchandise from a Bass Pro Shops in Gwinnett County, the department said in a social media post with a video of the incident.
The incident happened July 2 at the store located at Sugarloaf Mills in Lawrenceville off Sugarloaf Parkway, according to Gwinnett County Police. The two suspects are now wanted by police and are asking the public's help in identifying them.
In the video, one of the suspects is pushing a shopping car and walking right by the checkout register. The store manager then runs up to him as he is approaching the door to exit the store.
After the manager confronts them, he puts his hand on the shopping cart and is then shoved away by the suspect pushing the cart.
You can watch the full video below:
Gwinnett County Police is asking anybody who recognizes them to call Crime Stoppers Atlanta at 404-577-8477. | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/man-shoves-off-bass-pro-shops-employee-2-suspects-steal-over-2600-merchandise-gwinnett/85-f4968832-e782-42af-8dd6-1bede3f95eb0 | 2023-07-09T04:45:36 | 1 | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/man-shoves-off-bass-pro-shops-employee-2-suspects-steal-over-2600-merchandise-gwinnett/85-f4968832-e782-42af-8dd6-1bede3f95eb0 |
SEATTLE — Taylor Swift will be in Seattle for the Eras Tour on July 22 and 23. Swifties: Are you ...Ready for It?
The Eras Tour is Swift's sixth headlining tour. The concert will feature songs from all of her 10 studio albums. She has not toured for her studio albums Lover, Folklore and Evermore due to COVID-19. This tour will also feature tracks from her latest album, Midnights, which was released in October of 2022.
Eras Tour openers
The openers for both Seattle shows are Gracie Abrams and HAIM. The first opener will take the stage at 6:30 p.m.
Doors at Lumen Field open at 4:30 p.m.
Abrams, known for songs such as, "I miss you, I'm sorry" and "Feels Like," is touring with Swift for the first time ever, and has already performed several sets with the star on this tour.
July 22 will be HAIM's first performance opening for Swift on the Eras Tour. The Haim sisters and Swift have collaborated on songs such as "No Body, No Crime" on Swift's "Evermore" album and a remix of "Gasoline" on HAIM's album, "Women in Music Pt. III."
Setlist
Based on the schedule so far, Taylor Swift is expected to start her portion of the show at about 7:50 p.m., and the set typically ends at 11:30 p.m.
While Swift is known to change things up from town to town, Swifties can expect a three-hour-plus show jam-packed with at least 44 songs.
Here's the list of tracks Swift is expected to sing in order:
Songs from the "Lover" era
- "Miss Americana and The Heartbreak Prince"
- "The Man"
- "The Archer"
- "Cruel Summer"
- "You Need to Calm Down"
- "Lover"
Songs from the "Fearless" era
- "Love Story"
- "Fearless"
- "You Belong With Me"
Songs from the "Evermore" era
- "Willow"
- "Champagne Problems"
- "Marjorie"
- "'Tis the damn season"
- "Tolerate It"
Songs from the "Reputation" era
- "Delicate"
- "…Ready for It?"
- "Don’t Blame Me"
- "Look What You Made Me Do"
Song from the "Speak Now" era
- "Enchanted"
Songs from the "Red" era
- "22"
- "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together"
- "I Knew You Were Trouble"
- "Nothing New"
- "All Too Well (10-Minute Version)"
Songs from the "Folklore" era
- "Cardigan"
- "Invisible String"
- "The 1"
- "Betty"
- "The Last Great American Dynasty"
- "August"
- "Illicit Affairs"
- "My Tears Ricochet"
Songs from the "1989" era
- "Shake It Off"
- "Style"
- "Blank Space"
- "Bad Blood"
- "Wildest Dreams"
Acoustic set or "surprise songs"
Swift will pull two songs from her catalog to play acoustically. One song will be played on the guitar and one song will be played on the piano. These songs are a secret until the moment she performs them.
Songs from the "Midnights" era
- "Anti-Hero"
- "Lavender Haze"
- "Midnight Rain"
- "Bejeweled"
- "Vigilante Shit"
- "Mastermind"
- "Karma"
Watch KING 5's top stories playlist: | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/what-time-taylor-swift-lumen-field-what-to-know-about-seattle-setlist/281-53c9867e-6547-40f9-a3f9-b716aee2f7a9 | 2023-07-09T04:51:15 | 1 | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/what-time-taylor-swift-lumen-field-what-to-know-about-seattle-setlist/281-53c9867e-6547-40f9-a3f9-b716aee2f7a9 |
PORTLAND, Ore. — Family members and friends of 32-year-old Colin Michael Smith continue to grieve his death, after he was stabbed to death early Sunday morning.
The stabbing took place in Southeast Portland's Buckman neighborhood, where family members of Smith said he was at a bar with friends.
"He brought so much happiness and joy to my life," Smith’s friend Paulina Solis said.
His sister Danielle Smith said Colin was full of life. The two were just two years apart in age and born five days apart.
"We'd share birthdays, until we didn't want to share birthdays anymore," Danielle Smith said.
Danielle Smith and Solis both said Colin was a protector of people he cared about. On Sunday, July 2, Smith had just gotten off of work and went to a bar with some friends, Solis said. One of his friends is a member of the LGBTQ+ community.
She said once at the bar, the group began to be harassed by a man who used homophobic slurs. Smith decided to stand up for his friend, Solis said.
"I know he was probably just trying to de-escalate and get this person to move on,” Solis said. “And that's when he was killed."
There have already been 45 murders this year in Portland, according to Portland police.
On Friday, police arrested 24-year-old Rahnique U. Jackson of Portland by members of the U.S. Marshal's Service in Southeast Portland, according to police. He was transferred over to Portland Police Bureau homicide detectives, interviewed, then booked into the Multnomah County jail on charges of second-degree murder and unlawful use of a weapon.
"I just want to stress, it was a hate crime,” Danielle Smith said. “Nothing more, nothing less."
Jackson had already been arrested twice for strangling someone in 2018 and 2019. The second case was dismissed.
If you would like to help Smith’s family as they pay for funeral costs, you can find more information on GoFundMe. | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/colin-smith-was-stabbed-to-death-at-a-portland-bar-on-july-2/283-da88d57f-d2ad-44ed-8cce-c6936ed094c2 | 2023-07-09T05:04:04 | 1 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/colin-smith-was-stabbed-to-death-at-a-portland-bar-on-july-2/283-da88d57f-d2ad-44ed-8cce-c6936ed094c2 |
SOUTH CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – While K-9 Chase is still missing and questions about his disappearance are unanswered, community members on Saturday gathered in Chapmanville and South Charleston to celebrate his birthday and to advocate for the missing K-9.
In South Charleston, members gathered at the Criel Mound, while in Chapmanville, members gathered at the high school. Both services were hosted by the “Justice for K9 Chase” Facebook group.
“We want him to know we are still looking for you. We know you cannot speak, so we’re trying to make sure that your message is sent out,” said Jennifer France, “Justice for K9 Chase” Facebook Group member.
Another “Justice for K9 Chase” Facebook Group member, Darlena Skinner, shared similar sentiments, “It’s just sad. He’s such a beautiful dog. Like I said, he’s not a dog to us, he’s an officer. He deserves to be found and brought home.”
K-9 Chase’s handler Marcus Dudley reported his dog had slipped his collar and jumped the fence in April, but the South Charleston Police Department said that story doesn’t add up.
While the investigation is still ongoing, community members said they want answers for K-9 Chase, and they don’t want his story to be forgotten.
“Somebody somewhere knows something, and hopefully this will bring some news to bring this baby home, and I hope we do because we’re not going to stop looking,” Skinner said. “They just love Chase. It’s like we adopted him. So yes, we want justice for Chase, to bring him home.”
The “Justice for K9 Chase” Facebook group was created after K-9 Chase disappeared, and now the group is growing with more than 3,000 members. They said they will keep holding ceremonies for K-9 Chase until they get answers.
“We pray that he’s alive,” Frances said. “Every hope is that he’s there and we can find him.”
“Justice for K9 Chase” members said no matter what happened, they want K-9 Chase’s story to be lifted high; but more than anything they want justice. | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/community-holds-candlelight-vigil-to-honor-and-remember-missing-chapmanville-k-9/ | 2023-07-09T05:18:10 | 0 | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/community-holds-candlelight-vigil-to-honor-and-remember-missing-chapmanville-k-9/ |
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Two people were rescued from Proposal Rock along the Oregon coast by a US Coast Guard air crews, officials tweeted Saturday evening.
An 18-year-old man was stranded on the rock near Neskowin Beach when the Coast Guard from Newport came to the rescue. The teen was hoisted from Proposal Rock and then taken to paramedics. Authorities said he had “minor hand abrasions” and was “in stable condition.”
The second person rescued by the Coast Guard from Depoe Bay had reportedly gone into the water to help the stranded teen. No further information is available on this second person.
KOIN 6 News will have more information as it develops. | https://www.koin.com/local/oregon-coast/coast-guard-air-rescues-2-near-neskowin-beach-on-oregon-coast/ | 2023-07-09T05:20:43 | 0 | https://www.koin.com/local/oregon-coast/coast-guard-air-rescues-2-near-neskowin-beach-on-oregon-coast/ |
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — A brewing competition was held at Susquehanna Brewing Company in Jenkins Township Saturday.
The Home Brew Invitational is the first of five competitions to be held across the state.
People could sample more than 30 home-brewed creations and then vote on their favorites, but judges picked the top three winners.
"We brought a lot of beers that people love that are going to be great on a hot summer day like this. We wanted to bring people in, and the beer that we ultimately submitted for the competition and that we won here today with that's a tried and true competition beer," said Dave Taylor, Tom Ryan Brewing.
Those winners will move on to the state championship in October.
Check out WNEP’s YouTube channel. | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/luzerne-county/susquehanna-brewing-company-hosts-homebrewing-competition-jenkins-township-dave-taylor/523-11bc5ce4-d0c1-48db-ac24-32d2e9493478 | 2023-07-09T05:44:39 | 0 | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/luzerne-county/susquehanna-brewing-company-hosts-homebrewing-competition-jenkins-township-dave-taylor/523-11bc5ce4-d0c1-48db-ac24-32d2e9493478 |
LYCOMING COUNTY, Pa. — A movie theater in Lycoming County is closing.
The Regal Cinemas theater at the former Lycoming Mall in Muncy Township will be closed before the end of the month.
A manager tells Newswatch 16 July 20 will be the location's last day.
See news happening? Text our Newstip Hotline. | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/lycoming-county/movie-theatre-in-lycoming-county-to-close-muncy-township-regal-cinemas-mall/523-eb220900-a694-4738-990b-d6ebb074d961 | 2023-07-09T05:44:45 | 1 | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/lycoming-county/movie-theatre-in-lycoming-county-to-close-muncy-township-regal-cinemas-mall/523-eb220900-a694-4738-990b-d6ebb074d961 |
EAST STROUDSBURG, Pa. — For the first time in the program's nearly 50 year history, meteorology is a course offered for upperclassmen high school students enrolled in the Upward Bound program at East Stroudsburg University in Monroe County.
To commemorate the existence of the new class, Stormtracker 16 Meteorologist Jeremy Lewan was invited to deliver a presentation as a guest speaker for this summer's Upward Bound cohort. Jeremy spoke about his experience as a broadcast meteorologist at WNEP, as well as his other involvements.
The Program Director of the Upward Bound program at ESU, Janine Hyde-Broderick, explained, "Upward Bound is a pre-college prep program for high school students who will be the first in their families who go on to college—underrepresented students. We provide support for them throughout the entire time they're in high school with financial aid information...with tutoring...."
Meghan Whitney teaches the new meteorology course, as well as biology, to the Upward Bound students. She explained that "the experience here for Upward Bound is one that is not replicable...the kids they come in...they love it. They love what I teach."
Her meteorology classes are often broken up into 3 segments. The first 10 minutes of class consist of a discussion of the current reported weather conditions in East Stroudsburg, then she goes on to deliver her lecture on a weather topic, and for the last 10 minutes of the day, she brings the students outside to complete a weather journal of the conditions they feel.
Two-thirds of the high school students enrolled in the Upward Bound program are both low income and first generation, and the other third are either one or the other. They juggle 5 classes a day in the summer for 6 weeks, and during the school year, they take 3 additional classes on Saturdays. The extra academic and social preparations provide a sturdy foundation of support for these students to help propel them to succeed in college and in life. The Upward Bound program has been in existence nationally since 1965, and at East Stroudsburg University since 1974. | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/monroe-county/meteorology-classes-are-offered-for-the-first-time-at-east-stroudsburg-universitys-upward-bound-program/523-27581e38-db1f-4ba0-a4ab-f06840aef2cc | 2023-07-09T05:44:51 | 1 | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/monroe-county/meteorology-classes-are-offered-for-the-first-time-at-east-stroudsburg-universitys-upward-bound-program/523-27581e38-db1f-4ba0-a4ab-f06840aef2cc |
LAKE ARIEL, Pa. — The Lake Ariel Volunteer Fire Company hosted the event, and volunteers gave out snacks and drinks.
The parade and fireworks were originally scheduled for last weekend to celebrate the Fourth of July but were postponed because of the rain.
Folks say they had fun regardless, and it was a great family event in Wayne County.
Check out WNEP’s YouTube channel. | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/wayne-county/parade-and-fireworks-display-in-wayne-county-lake-ariel-volunteer-fire-company-basket-raffles/523-9923e16b-29ec-4aa6-8c9e-42dd6b553253 | 2023-07-09T05:44:57 | 1 | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/wayne-county/parade-and-fireworks-display-in-wayne-county-lake-ariel-volunteer-fire-company-basket-raffles/523-9923e16b-29ec-4aa6-8c9e-42dd6b553253 |
NICHOLSON, Pa. — A project to restore an old train station in Wyoming County is finally complete.
The grand opening of the Nicholson Tourism Center took place at the DL&W Railroad Station.
The Nicholson Heritage Association has been working to restore the station since 2012.
Members of the heritage association say the station is important to the area's history.
"As a little girl, I remember freight cars coming into here with automobiles for Sherwood's garage and feed for the feed mills, and it was a huge asset to the town because it brought so much stuff in. Before that, they did do some passenger work through here. So it's been a very important part in Nicholson's history through the years," said Marion Sweet, Chairman of the Nicholson Heritage Association.
Photographs and other artifacts will be on display inside the station.
Check out WNEP’s YouTube channel. | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/wyoming-county/train-station-restoration-project-completed-nicholson-tourism-center-dlw-railroad-station-wnep/523-c9f7a335-6564-4170-9879-6f3cb6766e31 | 2023-07-09T05:45:04 | 1 | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/wyoming-county/train-station-restoration-project-completed-nicholson-tourism-center-dlw-railroad-station-wnep/523-c9f7a335-6564-4170-9879-6f3cb6766e31 |
FALLS, Pa. — One person was taken to the hospital after a water rescue in Wyoming County Saturday night.
Crews responded to the Susquehanna River near Falls shortly before 9 p.m. Saturday night.
One person was rescued from the water and transported to Geisinger Wyoming Valley for treatment.
There is no word yet on what led to the rescue or the severity of the person's injuries.
See news happening? Text our Newstip Hotline. | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/wyoming-county/water-rescue-in-wyoming-county-susquehanna-river-falls-greater-pittston-germania-hose-scuba/523-24a32219-6120-49a0-89ac-f5fd0130ab79 | 2023-07-09T05:45:10 | 0 | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/wyoming-county/water-rescue-in-wyoming-county-susquehanna-river-falls-greater-pittston-germania-hose-scuba/523-24a32219-6120-49a0-89ac-f5fd0130ab79 |
July 2, 1936—July 5, 2023
TWIN FALLS — Dr. Bob Ridgeway, 87, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2023. He was born on July 2, 1936, in Twin Falls to parents Kenneth and Leone Ridgeway. After attending local schools and graduating from the “new” Twin Falls High School in 1954, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps serving his country for three years in Southern California, Japan, the Philippines and Okinawa. In1957, he enrolled at the University of Idaho becoming a proud member of Delta Tau Delta fraternity. While in Moscow, a fraternity brother introduced him to his future wife Nancy Nicolin. Their college romance grew and the couple married in 1958. In 1960, Bob moved his wife and young family to Chicago to attend Loyola University Dental School. He relocated to Kimberly, Idaho in 1964 where Dr. Ridgeway D.D.S. opened up his first dental office on Main Street. In 1969, Bob and his family returned to Chicago to enter an Orthodontic residency at Loyola University. After two years of practicing in Palatine, Illinois, he returned to his hometown and opened his orthodontic office practicing for over 30 years.
Bob was active in the Idaho State Dental Association serving as president in 1984, and a year later, he was elected president of the Idaho State Orthodontic Society. In 1996, he received the prestigious President’s Award by the ISDA, and was appointed by Governor Phil Batt to serve on the Idaho State Board of Dentistry where later he would serve as Chairman.
An avid golfer and runner, Bob was a life-long member of Blue Lakes Country Club. When he wasn’t hitting the links he could be found running along the many country roads of Southern Idaho where he was a regular participant in local road races. His passion for running led him to complete in five marathons including qualifying and finishing the 1982 Boston Marathon. When it came time to relax, Bob found solitude in the Sawtooth Mountains with his family and their dogs at the Ridgeway cabin at Smiley Creek.
After retiring in 2001, a passion for travel led Bob and Nancy on journeys across the world including classic bike trips across Eastern Europe and France, cruises along the Rhine river in Germany, rail adventures in Switzerland, and epic visits to Paris, Stockholm and Copenhagen. Retirement gave Bob and Nancy the opportunity to escape 16 seasons of Idaho’s winter and spend time in sunny Chandler, Arizona.
A life-long supporter of the University of Idaho, Bob supported his Vandal athletic teams through thick and thin attending annual homecoming football games and following his teams on radio and TV whenever he could. He supported many U of I fundraising opportunities and established the annual Tom Ridgeway Memorial Endowment at his fraternity.
Bob is survived by Nancy, his wife of 65 years and their children Mike (Janaye), Gregg (Sheila), Steve and Megan Fleshman (Brent). He was preceded in death by his son Tom (1959-1981). Other survivors include his brother Jerry Ridgeway and grandchildren Nicole (Tom), Alex (Stephanie), Lucy, Max, Ella, Avery, Mason, great-grandson William and the family’s beloved golden retriever Zoey.
A celebration of life will be held in Twin Falls later this summer. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests making a donation to your favorite charity in Bob’s name or send a donation to the Twin Falls Animal Shelter, 420 Victory Ave. Twin Falls, Idaho 83301. Condolences may be left by visiting www.whitereynoldschapel.com. | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/obituaries/bob-ridgeway/article_ce053c6e-3dff-50a9-a141-4e5c2bfe4fec.html | 2023-07-09T05:45:22 | 0 | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/obituaries/bob-ridgeway/article_ce053c6e-3dff-50a9-a141-4e5c2bfe4fec.html |
Oct. 2, 1930—June 20, 2023
BUHL — It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our loving husband, father and grandfather.
We celebrate a life well lived.
Charles F. Stillman “Chuck” was born in Salt Lake City October 2, 1930 to John and Vernetta (Reynolds) Stillman. As an only child he spent all his youthful summers picking fruit on the family farm. This experience cemented his decision to get a college degree.
After serving two years in the Army during the Korean War, he returned to the University of Utah and completed his BS in Civil Engineering. He then took a job with the Idaho Department of Transportation in Boise, Idaho and that is where he met his soul mate and wife, Raquel J. Olsen of 67 years.
Chuck and Raquel were married September 29, 1956 and created their home in Salt Lake City. Their three daughters were blessed to come from this union.
Chuck worked at Kennecott Utah Copper in various engineering capacities and retired in 1993. Chuck and Raquel moved to Idaho in 2001 where he spent his time golfing and gardening. Besides being generous with his family and friends, Chuck also donated to every charity that wrote to him. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the charity of your choice.
His survivors, who mourn this great man, are his loving wife, Raquel; daughters: JoLynda, Kelli (Bob) and Michele (Chris); six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
He helped all of us with construction projects and there are memories of his help and handiwork everywhere. His memory will live forever in our hearts through life lessons and generosity.
So long Dad — We love you more than tongue can tell! | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/obituaries/charles-francis-stillman/article_320d9ae8-a31a-5a1a-b9aa-fdd2aefa2c14.html | 2023-07-09T05:45:29 | 1 | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/obituaries/charles-francis-stillman/article_320d9ae8-a31a-5a1a-b9aa-fdd2aefa2c14.html |
Aug. 7, 1958—July 1, 2023
JEROME — Dorinda (Dee) Jewel Silver, 64 of Jerome, Idaho, passed on July 1, 2023 in Oahu, Hawaii. Dee was born on August 7, 1958, in Jerome, Idaho.
Dee married George (Pee Wee) Silver III on September 21, 1975. Dee attended Jerome School District and graduated from CSI with her GED.
Dee loved Jesus and enjoyed telling people about her love for Him and how her life had changed since she gave her life to Him.
Dee will be remembered for being an exceptionally dedicated public servant, serving as a 911 dispatcher for Idaho State Police, Sircom, and Twin Falls Police Department. She was highly respected in her profession as one of the lead trainers that traveled throughout the state teaching and was featured on Rescue 911 for her heroism during an officer involved shooting. Dee loved being a public servant and will be remembered for her professionalism and giving calm, steady guidance during emergencies.
Dee lived the majority of her life in Jerome, Idaho and enjoyed traveling around the country to visit her Children and relished watching her Grandchildren in their various sporting events and performances. After retiring, Dee enjoyed snow birding with Pee Wee in Arizona for the past few years and was looking forward to the upcoming trips that she had planned with him.
There was nothing that brought Dee more joy than spending time with her family. She enjoyed planning family trips and reunions and was always planning the next one before the current one was over. Dee had an infectious laugh and would light up a room with her smile. She had a giving and generous heart and loved to help others in any way that she could.
Dee is survived by her loving spouse: George (Pee Wee) Silver III, Children: Douglas (Salt Lake City, UT), Dorinda (Ron) Eppers (Jerome, ID), Daniel (Jeanne) (Filer, ID), Jay (Jamie) (Sedro Woolley, WA), Lucas Martin (Genesee, ID), Grandchildren: Veronica (Devin) Kelsey, Dakota (Jana) Silver, Nauvre Silver, Lilly Silver, Samantha Silver, Kimberly Silver,Chloe (Jacob) Mahler, Michael Eppers, Violet Silver, Jaxon Silver, Morgan Silver, Nevaeh Silver, Great Grandchildren: Natalie and Rylie Gonzalez, Siblings: Debbie Young, Kathy Bailey, Nancy Harwager.
Dee is preceded in death by: Parents- Ralph and Fern Gardner, Siblings- Denise Fiscus and Dennis Gardner, Grandchildren- Brittany Silver, Brandon Silver, Baby Mahler
Service will be held on July 15, 2023 at 1:00 P.M. at Canyon Crossing Church in Twin Falls, Idaho. | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/obituaries/dorinda-dee-jewel-silver/article_e04d0199-49fa-56c9-a38e-29c3c03949bc.html | 2023-07-09T05:45:35 | 1 | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/obituaries/dorinda-dee-jewel-silver/article_e04d0199-49fa-56c9-a38e-29c3c03949bc.html |
MIDDLETON — Jean R. Callen-Egbert, 90, of Middleton, died Thursday, June 22, 2023, at Grace Assisted Living - Meridian. Services will be at 11:30 am Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Resurge Church, 936 Taylor Ave. #101, Meridian, Idaho 83642.
MIDDLETON — Jean R. Callen-Egbert, 90, of Middleton, died Thursday, June 22, 2023, at Grace Assisted Living - Meridian. Services will be at 11:30 am Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Resurge Church, 936 Taylor Ave. #101, Meridian, Idaho 83642.
Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/obituaries/funeral-notices/jean-r-callen-egbert/article_66dd14d3-5b98-53ac-94e3-1eeac10aec99.html | 2023-07-09T05:45:41 | 1 | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/obituaries/funeral-notices/jean-r-callen-egbert/article_66dd14d3-5b98-53ac-94e3-1eeac10aec99.html |
April 26. 1951 - June 24, 2023
Bruce passed away at home on June 24, 2023. He was born April 26, 1951 (his father's birthday) to Donald R. and Rosalea N. Whitehead, Kimberly, ID. Bruce spent his entire youth in Kimberly, graduated from Kimberly High School and attended Arizona State University.
His summers while attending ASU were spent working in the Club 93, Jackpot, NV, and upon graduating from ASU with a Master's degree in Music Education, he continued to work at the Club 93, as a Dealer, Pit Boss eventually raising to the position of General Manager.
After leaving the Club 93 he worked several years at Ropers Men's Store in Twin Falls. His main love was music especially the piano and trombone. He was a member of the ASU Sun Devil Marching Band while in college. He also played in the Twin Falls City Band, Twin Falls Symphony, CSI Jazz Band and was involved in the Magic Valley Delettante and Twin Falls Little Theater.
Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Don and Rosalea and his grandparents, Harry and Atella Whitehead and Christian and Hattie Newman. He is survived by his brother, Jim (Bev) Whitehead of Meridian, ID, one nephew, Chad Whitehead, Caldwell and one niece, Angela (Rod) Richardson, Meridian. | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/obituaries/harry-bruce-whitehead/article_455c2e77-1f1b-58f6-810f-7fd23b2a87e2.html | 2023-07-09T05:45:47 | 0 | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/obituaries/harry-bruce-whitehead/article_455c2e77-1f1b-58f6-810f-7fd23b2a87e2.html |
ODESSA, Texas — Ector County Sheriff’s Office is currently working on an unattended death.
They are encouraging the public to avoid the area of 56th and Angus at this time due to the large law enforcement presence at the location.
On Saturday, at about 6:18 p.m., the Ector County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched reference an ambulance run to 2614 W 56th.
Upon arrival, deputies located a white male deceased from what appeared to be a single gunshot wound to the head.
The investigation is ongoing, more information will be released as soon as it becomes available.
The next of kin has not been notified at this time. | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/ector-county-sheriffs-office-investigating-unattended-death/513-91f12f56-879f-450f-84ee-4948d1bcfda5 | 2023-07-09T05:56:03 | 1 | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/ector-county-sheriffs-office-investigating-unattended-death/513-91f12f56-879f-450f-84ee-4948d1bcfda5 |
MIDLAND, Texas — Ski Skeller Sports has been a staple in the Midland community for decades.
But now, the owners of the store are ready to move on to the next chapter of their lives and are selling the business.
The business that would become Ski Skeller Sports was first opened up back in 1967 by Dick Ragan, who had the initial vision to open up a skiing shop.
If you want to learn the whole history, click here.
Saturday was their last day of operation, as it closed for good at 5 p.m. with an "everything must go" sale. | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/longtime-midland-store-ski-skeller-sports-officially-closes-its-doors/513-49bb62d5-2349-4bec-8625-36c208207a72 | 2023-07-09T05:56:03 | 1 | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/longtime-midland-store-ski-skeller-sports-officially-closes-its-doors/513-49bb62d5-2349-4bec-8625-36c208207a72 |
ODESSA, Texas —
Birthdays may come and go, but how often can someone say they made it to their 100th birthday? Well, one Odessa veteran can today.
Local veteran and Odessa resident James Kelley celebrated his 100th birthday today at the Crossroads Church, surrounded by all of his friends and family.
Kelley served from 1942 to 1945 during World War II as an assistant engineer on a B-24 bomber.
There are people who see reaching 100 as an accomplishment in itself or even as something to fear. But Kelley feels there's nothing to worry about and that it's just a normal part of life.
"It's just a number," Kelley said when asked if people should be afraid to get to 100.
Kelley also says that he's grateful for all of the love and attention he's received from his friends, family and community. | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/odessa-veteran-celebrates-100th-birthday/513-3ba3b040-2c41-4a67-89df-e64cb40764f9 | 2023-07-09T05:56:05 | 1 | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/odessa-veteran-celebrates-100th-birthday/513-3ba3b040-2c41-4a67-89df-e64cb40764f9 |
BOISE, Idaho — Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that about 244,000 American children and adolescents have, according to the American Diabetes Association.
To help fund research to find a cure, children from across the country will meet with congressmen and state representatives next week to talk about what it's like to live with Type 1 diabetes.
12-year-old Charlotte Swenson from Boise will be representing the state of Idaho at the JDRF Children's Congress to help emphasize the importance of Type 1 diabetes research.
Type 1 diabetes is something that Charlotte is all too familiar with, she was diagnosed with the autoimmune disease when she was 5 years old.
"It's a lot harder to live with Type 1 diabetes," Charlotte said. "Because I see my brothers eat and when I can't eat, I'm like, 'oh, okay. Go ahead.' So, yeah, it's just hard to stay out of games when my blood sugar's low, and have to take a break for a long time."
Unlike Type 2 diabetes, Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease and a chronic condition where the pancreas produces little or no insulin.
"So, you are born with it," Charlotte said. "Babies and adults can get it, and it's where your body does not make insulin, and your blood sugar goes up and down like a roller coaster."
Next week, Charlotte will be in the nation's capitol to talk to congressmen and state representatives about what it's like to live with Type 1 diabetes. She'll be going with the JDRF nonprofit.
"Its goal is to find a cure for Type 1 diabetes," Charlotte said. "And until they can find a cure, they teach people about what it's like to have Type 1 diabetes and fund research for a cure."
Charlotte will be the Idaho delegate at the JDRF Children's Congress.
She, alongside kids from across the country, will speak with state representatives and congressmen to discuss the importance of furthering research for Type 1 diabetes, and raise support for the renewal of the Special Diabetes Program.
"Basically, the Special Diabetes Program helps prevent, treat and cure Type 1 diabetes, and I will be asking them to renew the fund to help do that," Charlotte said.
Because at the end of the day, Charlotte knows what an impact that funding can have – and she has a mission:
"To make a difference," Charlotte said. "And just to get people to know that Type 1 is a thing, and it's a really hard thing to live with."
The JDRF 2023 Children's Congress also aims to accelerate progress toward more affordable insulin, and make sure Type 1 diabetes screening and monitoring is more widely accepted in the healthcare system.
JDRF is also hosting the 'One Walk' on Oct. 14 at Kleiner Park in Meridian to raise money to help with Type 1 diabetes research.
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WASCO COUNTY, Ore. — A fire is burning near Mount Hood prompting Level 3 (Go Now) evacuation orders for nearby people camping, according to Wasco County Sheriff's Office.
The fire was reported just after 4 p.m. near Boulder Lake and Bonney Meadow Campgrounds in the Mount Hood National Recreation Area, roughly 22 miles from Mount Hood.
Level 3 (Go Now) evacuation orders are in place for Boulder Lake, Little Boulder Lake, Bonney Meadow, Badger Lake, Camp Windy and Post Camp campgrounds, according to WCSO. National Forest Road 4480, 4481 and 4890 are currently closed.
WCSO said the fire has burned approximately 25 acres. Oregon Forest Service and Oregon Department of Forestry are also responding to the fire.
No details on a cause or exact containment at this time.
Here's what evacuation levels mean
Level 1 Notice - Be Ready: Residents should be aware of the danger that exists in their area and monitor local media outlets for information. Residents with special needs should take note and begin making arrangements to evacuate. Evacuations at this time are voluntary.
Level 2 Notice - Be Set: This level indicates there is significant danger to your area, and residents should either voluntarily relocate to a shelter or outside of the affected area, or if choosing to remain, to be ready at a moment's notice. Emergency services cannot guarantee that they will be able to notify you if conditions rapidly deteriorate.
Level 3 Notice - Go Now: Danger to your area is current or imminent, and you should leave immediately. Listen to local media and watch for emergency personnel who may be coming by to give further instructions regarding the evacuation.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available. | https://www.ktvb.com/article/news/local/wildfire/fire-government-camp-wasco-county-evacuations/283-5c663b68-f658-4227-81eb-2477387ccac4 | 2023-07-09T06:24:15 | 0 | https://www.ktvb.com/article/news/local/wildfire/fire-government-camp-wasco-county-evacuations/283-5c663b68-f658-4227-81eb-2477387ccac4 |
PAYSON, Ariz. — On Friday, State Route 87 was damaged by a fire when a vehicle crashed into a tanker carrying 8,600 gallons of unleaded gasoline, according to the Town of Payson Fire Department.
The fire department said the gas being carried by the tanker ignited during the crash, causing a massive fire that quickly spread to surrounding areas.
Crews are working to put out the fire near milepost 244 on State Route 87.
The fire department said, "The decision was quickly made to allow the gasoline to burn off and put all efforts into controlling the vegetation fire."
Engines from multiple agencies, two hotshot crews, aircraft and support staff were all brought in to help contain the fire, according to the fire department.
Officials with Tonto National Forest said as of Saturday morning the fire was around 10-12 acres and 20% contained.
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An emergency supply kit should be put together long before a wildfire or another disaster occurs. Make sure to keep it easily accessible so you can take it with you when you have to evacuate.
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that residents near a disaster store emergency supplies in a plastic tub, small suitcase, trash can, backpack, or other containers.
Residents should make sure they have the necessities, such as three gallons of water per person and a three-day supply of ready-to-eat food, the NFPA said. A first-aid kit, prescription medications, contact lenses, and non-prescription drugs should also be taken into account.
Copies of any important family documents, including insurance policies, identification, bank account records, and emergency contact numbers should also be taken and put into a waterproof, portable container in your kit, the NFPA said.
The association lists other items that would help in a disaster, including:
- Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person
- Battery-powered or hand-cranked radio and a NOAA weather radio to receive up-to-date information
- Dust mask or cotton T-shirt to filter the air
- Matches in a waterproof container
- Complete change of clothing including long pants, long sleeve shirts, and sturdy shoes stored in a waterproof container
- Signal flare
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Hestia is WTVA’s Pet of the Week for July 7, brought to you by Cloverhaven Animal Hospital in Tupelo.
Do you want to adopt her? The adoption fee is $50.
Call the Tupelo-Lee Humane Society at 662-205-4221 or visit TupeloLeeHumane.org.
Hestia is WTVA’s Pet of the Week for July 7, brought to you by Cloverhaven Animal Hospital in Tupelo.
Do you want to adopt her? The adoption fee is $50.
Call the Tupelo-Lee Humane Society at 662-205-4221 or visit TupeloLeeHumane.org. | https://www.wtva.com/news/local/pet-of-the-week---hestia/article_340c0b2a-1cfb-11ee-949a-df5deab34012.html | 2023-07-09T06:55:03 | 0 | https://www.wtva.com/news/local/pet-of-the-week---hestia/article_340c0b2a-1cfb-11ee-949a-df5deab34012.html |
EUPORA, Miss. (WTVA) — Authorities found a woman dead from an apparent gunshot wound Thursday evening in Webster County.
Webster County Deputy Coroner Jonathon Skelton said the woman’s body was found at approximately 7:00 inside a house in the 4000 block of Mt. Vernon Road.
He is not ready to release the woman's name but said she was in her 40s.
An autopsy will be performed. The death is being investigated as a possible homicide, Skelton said. | https://www.wtva.com/news/local/shooting-victim-found-dead-thursday-in-webster-county/article_26d841fe-1ce1-11ee-a81f-a35843d17b5d.html | 2023-07-09T06:55:09 | 1 | https://www.wtva.com/news/local/shooting-victim-found-dead-thursday-in-webster-county/article_26d841fe-1ce1-11ee-a81f-a35843d17b5d.html |
MARION COUNTY, Fla. — They chanted, “Justice for A.J.”
It was called “Th National Day of Righteous Outrage.”
The rally drew a large crowd of family, friends, supporters, civil rights leaders, and faith leaders to Ocala Saturday.
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They gathered at the Kingdom Revival Church to call for justice for Ajinke A.J. Owens, who was shot and killed last month.
The Marion County Sheriff’s office said Owens’s neighbor Susan Lorincz fatally shot her through her locked front door.
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According to the Sheriff’s office, Lorincz tried to claim she feared for her safety, but duties said Lorincz threw a roller skate at Owens’ children. That’s when the mother of four went to confront her neighbor and was shot.
Records show Lorincz called 911 on her neighborhood’s children at least a dozen times and claimed they were trespassing and harassing her.
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Right after the shooting, in a 911 call, Lorincz is heard telling the Sheriff’s office she didn’t know what to do.
“I just grabbed my gun and shot at the door I thought she was going to kill me,” Lorincz said.
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The goal of those at the rally was to get justice for A.J. Owens.
Owens’s Family attorney, Anthony Thomas, demands that the manslaughter and assault charges brought against Lorincz be upgraded to second-degree murder.
“We pray that the judge, prosecutors, and everyone involved does their due diligence to ensure Susan Lorincz receives the maximum penalty for what she’s done,” said Thomas.
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Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump was also at the rally. “It was not ok; what happened to A.J.,” said Crump.
For family and friends, they are trying to keep A.J. Owens’s memory alive.
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A.J.’s mother, Pamela Dias, thanked all the organizers
“It is with great pleasure that I stand before all of you because you all continue to fight for justice for my daughter,” Dias said.
Lorincz is expected back in court this coming on Tuesday. In the meantime, she’s at Marion county jail on a $154,000 bond.
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SAN ANTONIO — Dean DeSoto regularly sees people who have been cited for aggressive driving in San Antonio, but those interactions don't happen on the road.
Instead, he sees them at court-mandated classes the drivers are ordered to attend at Community Alliance for Training and Safety (CATS), where DeSoto serves as executive director.
The drivers are required to take either four or eight hours of "aggressive driving" classes based on their offense. The position gives DeSoto a good idea of how many aggressive drivers and road-rage incidents the city is seeing each year.
"We have about 70 drivers a month go through the program right now," DeSoto said.
As of this weekend, 2023 has seen 503 aggressive drivers on Alamo City streets. And DeSoto said incidents are becoming more violent.
"It's abnormal," he said.
What's behind the road rage?
DeSoto said a bigger population and additional traffic are part of the problem, but he's also seeing people becoming more reckless and "competitive" on the road.
"Now we are hearing about people going 100 mph in 30 mph zones," DeSoto said.
While the Texas Legislature passed constitutional carry in 2021 and eliminated the requirement to have a license to carry, DeSoto said he doesn't believe easier access to guns is to blame. Instead, he says, people are simply not thinking through their actions.
"We drive, we have a choice. We make these decisions, we have a choice. We forget that choice," he said. "There is a lot of impulsivity to it. Why would you shoot somebody who cut you off? It makes no sense. Does it solve the problem? No it doesn't."
The classes initially work with large groups before breaking into smaller ones to discuss reasons for personality changes and frustrations behind the wheel. DeSoto said many class members don't have a particular reason for their actions.
"Most of the time it's blind rage, but there have been other factors," he says, citing alcohol and methamphetamine. "Some of the clients have felt a spiritual depravation. They said, 'I've determined that my life is devoid of spirituality.' Some people have disclosed that in the groups."
A lack of data
SAPD does not currently track road-rage events. DeSoto said it would be better if they did, before adding the data wouldn't be as useful as one might think.
He said there is actually is no statewide or "common" definition of road rage in Texas. This means different law enforcement agencies use different metrics to determine a road-rage incident, making it difficult to compare data.
"You can't really attack the problem until you have a good tracking base," DeSoto said. "They are working on it... we need a common definition, and that would be helpful."
CATS is able to keep stats thanks to its proximity with people in the local justice system.
Still, DeSoto also said he has been working with the University of Texas at San Antonio to go over the currently available road-rage data even without a common definition.
He says Houston is currently seeing the highest number of road-rage-related fatalities, while Dallas and San Antonio sit at No. 2 and No. 3, respectively.
He said the UTSA analysis also shows San Antonians are seeing more road-rage incidents per capita than the other cities.
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NESKOWIN, Ore — Two people were rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard at Proposal Rock near Neskowin Beach along the Pacific Ocean on Saturday evening.
The 13th Coast Guard District says an 18-year-old man was stranded and a second person entered the water in an attempt to assist them.
An aircrew from Air Facility Newport rescued the first person.
"The aircrew arrived on an MH-65 Dolphin and safely hoisted the 18-year-old off the rock with minor abrasions in his hands from traversing the rock," said Petty Officer Annika Hirschler.
The individual was transported in stable condition.
A crew from U.S. Coast Guard Station Depoe Bay rescued the second person by land, the Coast Guard said.
"Coast Guard land support was sent to assist and this person is also reported to be in stable condition," Petty Officer Hirschler said.
Coast Guard rescue at Proposal Rock
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DAVIS, Calif. — A man in Davis was taken to the hospital for immediate surgery after police say he was stabbed in a suspected domestic violence incident.
His wife was discovered to have multiple injuries, police said, and she was also taken to the hospital.
They responded to reports of the stabbing Saturday evening at the Terracina At Wildhorse Apartments on Moore Boulevard.
After the man was discovered stabbed, police say they took two young children who witnessed the assault into protective custody.
None of the children were found to be injured.
The couple involved in the alleged domestic violence incident are married, according to police, and they have in the past responded to calls for service for that apartment.
"It appeared to be a violent struggle—it's still under investigation," Davis Police Lt. Mike Munoz told ABC10. "Both subjects were located out in front of the apartment."
The weapon used appeared to be a kitchen knife, Munoz said. | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/davis/davis-man-stabbed-alleged-domestic-violence-incident/103-aefa7869-0e06-4ca5-91e0-daf475df0871 | 2023-07-09T08:47:47 | 1 | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/davis/davis-man-stabbed-alleged-domestic-violence-incident/103-aefa7869-0e06-4ca5-91e0-daf475df0871 |
SACRAMENTO, Calif — After getting multiple letters from local authorities, Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg announced more temporary Safe Ground sites for homeless residents.
But some advocates say they've seen enough of temporary solutions to the city's housing crisis.
"Safe Ground sites work for individuals unsheltered in the sense they provide safety from sweeps, or criminalization for not having housing. Nevertheless, tent cities, encampments and outside shelters are not safe, adequate (nor) humane options during the extreme weather temperatures here in Sacramento," said Zuri K. Colbert, founder of the Sacramento Community Lead Advocacy Program (CLAP).
Steinberg said Miller Park is set to reopen with 60 tents after being shut down for the past several months
The site was initially open through 2022 with about 80 tents, multiple bathrooms and electricity.
However, city officials closed the site after it was deemed unsafe during the January storms.
"If there is going to be an expansion of Safe Grounds, then implementing trailers or motorhomes like the great Camp Resolution site," Colbert said. "Trailers are expensive but will not be as costly in the long run than the detrimental impact being unsheltered has on community members."
Poor People's Campaign of Sacramento representative and pastor Kevin Carter said city officials need to move beyond creating small increments of housing and shelter.
"If you just put up a place that can hold, oh, 200 people, and you still have 10,000 more on the streets—what have you accomplished and who have you listened to?" he said. "When are you going to think bigger?"
According to Steinberg, Sacramento currently has 1,100 safe spaces and beds every night, though there are almost 9,300 residents in total without housing. | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/sacramento/sacramento-homeless-advocates-say-tent-cities-arent-resolving-crisis/103-f7692576-f8b7-4856-816e-5a89649a892d | 2023-07-09T08:47:53 | 0 | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/sacramento/sacramento-homeless-advocates-say-tent-cities-arent-resolving-crisis/103-f7692576-f8b7-4856-816e-5a89649a892d |
New Texas Tech student regent Steeley Smith talks passions, priorities as leader
From a passion for wanting to help people throughout her life, Steeley Smith from the Hill Country city of Mason is set to be the voice and advocate for over 60,000 students from around Texas and the nation.
Appointed by Texas Gov. Gregg Abbott on Jun 13 as the new student regent to the Texas Tech University System Board of Regents, Smith will represent every student across the five component institutions in the system.
Born in Mason, a community of about 2,000 people between San Angelo and San Antonio, Smith was raised in the agriculture industry.
Gov. Abbott appoints Steeley Smith to serve as Texas Tech University System student regent
"I started when I was about 5 years old, rodeoing competitively and that was a very, very big part of my life just growing up," she said. "Whenever I got into high school, I was interested in different things — theater, debate (and) FFA."
Earning several state-wide accolades in debate and golf, Smith set her eyes on college - and she had a choice to make.
Although she comes from a family full of Red Raider fans, Smith is a first-generation student. At first, she wanted to be "rebellious," so she looked at other colleges first. Still, she decided to give Texas Tech a chance.
"As soon as I went on my tour at Texas Tech — it just felt right at home," she said. "I felt connected to my fellow students like my tour guides and all of the students that we were able to talk to and all of the professors that I was able to talk to. I felt like it was the perfect fit for me."
And it would be a perfect fit for Smith, with Tech leaders echoing their confidence in her as a Red Raider.
“Steeley is driven, ambitious and hard-working – all characteristics that will serve her well as the student regent,” said Texas Tech President Lawrence Schovanec. "I am pleased she has been appointed to the Board and expect she will find much success representing the viewpoints of our diverse student bodies.”
Schovanec said in a news release from the system, that Smith has been actively involved at Tech from the start and has a lot of experience and a wealth of knowledge that she brings to the table.
Smith is currently working on her third degree from the university — a master's in agribusiness from the Davis College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources.
She previously earned her bachelor's in agricultural communications from the Davis College in 2021 and her master's in media & mass communications from the College of Media & Communications in 2022.
During her time there, Smith has been a part of numerous organizations including the Mortar Board Honor Society and the Texas Tech Terry Scholars while also receiving distinction as a "Top 10 Freshmen" her first year at Tech.
She also served as the advertising sales manager for The Agriculturalist — a student-led publication designed to give students real-world experience to help build their portfolio.
For Smith, she took the opportunity she was given and ran with it, leading her to win national awards for a feature she wrote.
"I wrote about how COVID and how our farmers and ranchers weren't able to actually go to the Capitol and lobby in person for themselves," she said.
As a 7th generation rancher, Smith said a farmer's or rancher's relationship with their elected officials is vital to their livelihoods.
Goals as a Texas Tech System student regent
Now, as student regent, she serves as the storyteller and advocate for the system's entire student body.
The thing she wants to advocate for during her tenure — increasing mental resources on every institution's campus.
"Midwestern State, just recently changed their counseling center from eight to five to 24/7. And I thought that was awesome," she said. "The Tech System is already doing great things in that area so I hope to kind of continue to push that momentum forward.
Smith said she knows that for some students, they will be at the most vulnerable point of their lives when they first step foot on campus, with some being in a new city, state, or even country.
She hopes to make those students and every student feel safe and at home at Texas Tech. Smith will be sworn in and sit in on her first board meeting in Lubbock on Aug. 10 and 11.
"I just want to make sure that as a university system, we are able to make sure that we are helping our students become the best version of themselves that they can be," she said. "I'm excited to get to play a part in that because Tech has done that for me." | https://www.lubbockonline.com/story/news/local/2023/07/09/new-texas-tech-student-regent-talks-passions-priorities-as-leader/70339750007/ | 2023-07-09T09:50:47 | 0 | https://www.lubbockonline.com/story/news/local/2023/07/09/new-texas-tech-student-regent-talks-passions-priorities-as-leader/70339750007/ |
After he crossed the finish line, R.J. Redstrom lay down in the grass to let his body rest and soak in the moment.
He had just completed the 158th triathlon of his life. But this one, which took place last month in Maryland, was by far the most important. It was so important, he has restarted counting. This was race No. 1.
It was the first triathlon since the 60-year-old Powhatan resident almost died. In 2020, Redstrom was hospitalized with a severe case of COVID-19, and his only hope was a double lung transplant, a rarely used treatment at the time.
During a 12-hour surgery at the University of Virginia, doctors inserted two new lungs into his chest. The ensuing recovery was a slog. His body, which was at peak performance before his illness, struggled to regain its strength.
By the spring of 2023, his medical staff urged him to take the plunge and return to racing. He found the Rock Hall triathlon on the eastern shore and signed up. When he had finished, he felt something he hadn't experienced in three years.
"For the first time since the transplant," Redstrom said, "I felt like a whole person again."
It was Aug. 2020 when Redstrom caught COVID-19, when cases were high and vaccines weren't available yet. He isn't exactly sure how he contracted the virus.
A week after he tested positive, when he couldn't breathe anymore, he took an ambulance Henrico Doctors' hospital. The treatments available at the time – Remdesivir, corticosteroids and an antibody therapy – all failed him. His condition deteriorated.
If he was going to die, he decided, he didn't want to prolong it. He signed a DNR, instructing hospital staff not to revive him if his body crashed.
But there was one possible treatment that most of the medical staff hadn't considered, a double lung transplant. Because COVID usually wreaks havoc a host of organs, a transplant is useless for most patients. Only one lung transplant had been performed on a COVID patient in the whole country at the time.
The damage in Redstrom's body was limited to only his lungs, making him an ideal candidate. On Oct. 13, 2020, Redstrom underwent a lung transplant surgery at UVa. Two days later, he opened his eyes and told his mother hello.
157 triathlons
Before he got sick, Redstrom was an avid runner and weightlifter. He wanted to do something big when he turned 44 years old, the age at which his father died of a heart attack.
Redstrom signed up for a triathlon, purchased a guide book and started training. During the next 13 years, he completely 157 of them, about one per month. The longest of which – known as a half Ironman – was a seven-hour endeavor requiring 13 miles of running, 56 miles of biking and 1.25 miles of swimming.
After his transplant, he set a goal of completing a triathlon within a year. But his breathing and heart rate remained slow, and he realized it was a nearly impossible goal. Eventually his doctors changed his medication, allowing his heart to beat faster and Redstrom to push his body harder.
He started exercising twice a week with a sports medicine team and gained back 20 pounds he had lost.
Now he bikes Wednesday nights at the West Creek office park, swims two nights a week at ACAC and runs on the weekends, all in addition to his day job at Chippenham Hospital, where he is vice president of human resources.
Taking care of his lungs requires other responsibilities, including swallowing about 25 pills a day. The medicine makes him immunocompromised, so he wears a mask and avoids crowded restaurants and large meetings. He washes his hands constantly.
"It's worth it, because I have not had one ailment since the transplant," Redstrom said.
For Redstrom to receive two lungs, someone else had to die. Redstrom doesn't know the person's name, age or gender. Redstrom calls the donor "anonymous hero" of his story.
Organ recipients are given the opportunity to contact their donor's family, so Redstrom wrote them a letter and asked to meet. But the family never responded, and Redstrom said he accepts their decision.
Despite the challenges he faces, Redstrom never gets down about his life, said Jo Romance, his long-time girlfriend. He's never upset about having contracted COVID or the burden that comes with transplanted lungs.
"He has the best attitude of any person I've ever met," Romance said.
Redstrom wasn't quite ready for race No. 158. His body wasn't as fast as it used to be, and Redstrom waited until he could compete at a strong level. Races often require participants to finish within a certain time or be asked to leave the course.
A nurse practitioner at UVa, where Redstrom visits for checkups every three months, offered some advice. "Just do one," she told him. Stop worrying about how long it takes to finish.
Redstrom accepted the advice and looked for a suitable race – there are a limited number of triathlons in which he can compete. Because of the risk of infection, Redstrom can't swim in fresh water, restricting him to pools and salt water. The swimming portion of Rock Hall's race took place in the Chesapeake Bay.
In triathlon parlance, this race was known as a "sprint," a 750-meter swim, 15-mile bike ride and 5 kilometer run. Its cutoff time was 2 hours, 30 minutes, so Redstrom set a goal of 2:25.
Many of his supporters wanted to come – the UVA transplant team and his mother offered to cheer him at the finish line. But Redstrom didn't want to make a big fuss, so he told them all to stay home.
The announcer was ready
The swimming portion of the race was a bear. In the first five minutes, Redstrom's heart rate took off, his breathing sped and he struggled to pump enough air into his lungs.
He swam over to a kayak stationed along the course. Racers are allowed to hold on and rest, while the kayak remains motionless. He took a minute to catch his breath and off he went.
He felt strong during the cycling portion of the race. But the run was difficult, just as he expected. His lungs don't let him push hard for long periods of time.
"So I go in spurts," he said.
Though most of his supporters weren't at the finish line, one was – Romance. When she saw Redstrom turn the corner on to the final straightaway, she let out a big cheer.
"Come on, R.J., you're at the end! Here he comes!"
There he went, in a steady jog, into a windscreen corridor leading to the finish line. The race clock read 2:12 – meaning Redstrom had smashed his goal by 13 minutes. Romance had notified race officials of Redstrom's feat, and the announcer was ready.
"This is his first triathlon with his new lungs," the announcer bellowed, drawing cheers from the crowd.
But Redstrom didn't hear any of it. He was too focused on finishing and too overwhelmed by the moment. Finishing triathlons had once been commonplace for him. This one was a years-long endeavor.
"It's kind of hard to describe," Redstrom said. "I didn't set a world record, but I felt like I was me again, and I could do the things I wanted to do."
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A 3rd place trophy from the 2019 Jamestown Sprint Triathlon hangs on the wall of RJ Redstrom’s office. The 2019 triathlon was the last time Redstrom competed with his own lungs. | https://richmond.com/news/local/double-lung-transplant-triathlon/article_e85ccfe2-1c2e-11ee-b918-f7f68bb47bf5.html | 2023-07-09T10:25:07 | 1 | https://richmond.com/news/local/double-lung-transplant-triathlon/article_e85ccfe2-1c2e-11ee-b918-f7f68bb47bf5.html |
Q: My parents had a land trust for their home. It seemed like it was a common thing at the time, but I haven’t heard about them in a long time. Do people still use land trusts?
A: Land trusts are simple trusts designed to hold title to real estate. What we know as a land trust is really an Illinois Land Trust and while I don’t think they were very common, a lot of people used them.
My first job out of law school was working for a bank’s trust department, where I handled their land trusts. At the time, a lot of local banks offered them through their trust departments.
How they would work is people would convey their homes to the trustee, usually a bank, and the trustee would hold title to their home. If anyone went to the county assessor to find out who owned the home, they would discover that it was Community Bank as trustee for Trust 100 or something like that. Because the bank would show up on the county records, true ownership could be concealed from the public.
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Now why did people use land trust, you may ask? Well, most of the individuals that I worked with did it for probate avoidance. Back in the day, there weren’t a lot of easy ways to plan around real estate. If you wanted a convenient way to convey your home after death without going through probate or granting a present interest in the real estate, a land trust could be the solution.
Within the terms of the land trust, the grantor could designate who would receive the beneficial interest in the trust after death. The contingent beneficiaries could essentially end up owning the home after the grantor’s death without going through probate.
In addition to probate avoidance and privacy, land trusts offered some limited protections against creditors. It was mostly smoke and mirrors but it offered limited protections.
In addition to individuals, land developers used land trusts as a convenient way to own and track their land. When the developer sold a lot, the land trustee would issue a deed and mark it off their list of ownership. The land trustee could be a record keeper for the developer.
Now a days you don’t see land trusts all that often. Once Transfer on Death Deeds arrived, probate avoidance could be had without paying annual fee. However, I still like land trusts. Land trusts offer a lot of flexibility that can’t be had with TOD Deeds. Also, that privacy thing is nice.
Most banks have gotten out of the land trust business. Today, the region looks to the Indiana Land Trust Company, located in Crown Point, to handle their land trust needs. The folks over there are expert in land trusts and can better describe the benefits of land trusts then I could ever hope too.
I guess the simple answer to your land trust question is yes, land trusts are still around and people use them in estate plans. Perhaps not quite as frequently as they used to but they are still a useful device in our quiver of estate planning arrows.
Christopher W. Yugo is an attorney in Crown Point. Chris’ Estate Planning Article appears online every Sunday at www.nwi.com. Address questions to Chris in care of The Times, 601 W. 45th Ave., Munster, IN 46321 or to Chrisyugolaw@gmail.com. Chris’ information is meant to be general in nature. Specific legal, tax, or insurance questions should be referred to your attorney, accountant, or estate-planning specialist. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/business/estate-planning-land-trusts/article_d818fcbc-1cd0-11ee-b4d0-670f6375e8b2.html | 2023-07-09T12:04:17 | 1 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/business/estate-planning-land-trusts/article_d818fcbc-1cd0-11ee-b4d0-670f6375e8b2.html |
How sweet it is: July 9 is Sugar Cookie Day ... but, really, isn’t that EVERY day? There’s never a bad time to eat a cookie, unless you’re in the dentist office. Then maybe hold off, at least until your teeth are cleaned.
The Kenosha History Center, 220 51st Place (on Simmons Island along the Kenosha harbor) is hosting Cars and Coffee today. The free event is 8 a.m. to noon in the venue’s parking lot. Car enthusiasts will be showing off their classic vehicles. Also, the History Center will open early, at 9 a.m., for tours. The gift shop will also be open, and food vendors will be there, too.
Play ball! The Kenosha Kingfish are back in action today at Simmons Field. The Kingfish are hosting the Kalamazoo Growlers for a 1:35 p.m. game. It’s “Star Wars” Night (or ... afternoon) at the ballpark, so be on the lookout for Storm Troopers. For tickets, call 262-653-0900 or go to kingfishbaseball.com.
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Bristol Progress Days wraps up today with the town’s famous “Candy Parade,” starting at 12:30 p.m. at Highway 45 and 82nd Street and ending at Hansen Park, 8600 200th Ave. The festival also features a carnival and concludes with fireworks tonight at dusk. Admission is free.
The Bristol Renaissance Faire is open for another season of making merry while wearing chain mail. The Faire is open weekends through Sept. 4, located just west of I-94 at the Wisconsin/Illinois border. For more details, go to renfair.com/bristol/ | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/kenosha-area-events-for-sunday-july-9/article_5fec9992-1c3f-11ee-a7a8-7f1d39b70228.html | 2023-07-09T12:22:15 | 1 | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/kenosha-area-events-for-sunday-july-9/article_5fec9992-1c3f-11ee-a7a8-7f1d39b70228.html |
WGTD (91.1 FM) is owned and operated as a public service of Gateway Technical College and is an affiliate of Wisconsin Public Radio.
For an updated schedule, go online to wgtd.org. WGTD 91.1-FM’s “Morning Show” airs 8:10 to 9 a.m. weekdays.
Guests this week include:
Monday, July 10: Carly Mikula, a recent graduate of Kenosha Unified’s Harborside Academy, returns to the program to talk about her recent participation in the Jimmy Awards in New York City—the first Kenoshan to ever appear at the event, which featured nearly 100 of the finest musical theater students from across the country. We also speak with her voice teacher and coach, Kristen Singer, who guided her through the preparation process.
Tuesday, July 11: Robert L. Harris, author of “Returning Light: 30 Years on the Island of Skellig Michael.” The island, off the coast of Ireland, was the location of filming some crucial scenes in the 2014 film “Star WarsL The Force Awakens.”
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The island includes remarkably well-preserved ruins of an 8th century monastery. Harris has been the main caretaker of the island since 1987.
Wednesday, July 12: Jonathan Scott, author of “Into the Groove: The Story of Sound from Tin Foil to Vinyl.” This new book chronicles the history of recorded sound from before the time of Thomas Alva Edison (inventor of the phonograph) to the development of the long-playing record.
Thursday, July 13: Nan Calvert pays her monthly visit to the program.
Friday, July 14: Rescheduled from last week: Andrew D. Blechman, author of “Pigeons: The Fascinating Saga of the World’s Most Revered and Reviled Bird.” | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/wgtd-announces-morning-show-schedule-for-this-week/article_13befb7c-1ce5-11ee-a08e-ef3e29c3bc30.html | 2023-07-09T12:22:21 | 1 | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/wgtd-announces-morning-show-schedule-for-this-week/article_13befb7c-1ce5-11ee-a08e-ef3e29c3bc30.html |
Amari Rodgers on his struggles with Green Bay Packers and future with Houston Texans
Just because you make it to the NFL doesn't mean it will last forever. Amari Rodgers knows that all too well.
Rodgers had a successful career at Clemson as a slot receiver after making a name for himself at Knoxville Catholic.
But when helping out with the Knoxville Catholic Legacy Football Camp on Saturday, Rodgers opened up about the start to his NFL career.
After being selected by the Green Bay Packers in the third round of the 2021 NFL Draft, he was released on Nov. 15, 2022. Even after getting cut after playing only 26 games, the return specialist was surprisingly able to maintain a collected mentality.
"I just took it all in and just took every day for a grain of salt honestly, because the NFL means not for long," Rodgers said. "It can be taken from you any day. Just being able to soak it all in and just enjoy every single moment, was important to me. I feel like I had a great opportunity to do that with the patronage."
And though his career with the Packers was short-lived, Rodgers was ready to move on to his next chapter.
"It's part of the league. It happens to a lot of people. It doesn't work out somewhere., but another opportunity opens up somewhere else," Rodgers said. "Everything is not going to be peaches and cream. You just got to realize that just you just have to continue to grow and continue to believe in yourself and your craft and in the next opportunity just just make the best out of it."
Although he had some impressive appearances in a reserve role as a rookie with the Packers, seven fumbles loomed large.
That seventh fumble was costly, with the Packers releasing him two days later.
The next day the Houston Texans claimed Rodgers off waivers and he quickly got his second chance.
"Just knowing that I had an opportunity. That was the biggest motivator because easily you can be out of this league and nobody gives you a chance. So just being grateful to have had another chance to go out and show my talents and put on for another team and city," said Rodgers, the son of former Tennessee quarterback and current Baltimore Ravens wide receivers coach Tee Martin.
"So just being able to go out there and just prove to the other team that you are what they thought you were and maybe didn't work out in their plan, it worked out somewhere else."
The 5-foot-9 Rodgers immediately took advantage of his clean slate and went on to make an impact in a short amount of time. In six games, he recorded 12 receptions, 154 receiving yards with one touchdown. He had nine receptions and 95 yards in the season and a half with the Packers.
Rodgers' time with the Packers helped him succeed with the Texans but age and growth are the true difference-makers heading into the 2023 season.
"I'm going to my third season, I have a lot of stuff that I've seen with the Packers. I was able to play with Aaron Rogers and Davante Adams the best of the best in the league. I was able to see it and see how they prepared, I took it in every single day and I just took it with me," Rodgers said. "Just knowing that I'm more mature now, I know what it looks like I know what it takes to be successful in the league. I feel like that's definitely gonna help me out."
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Now, all Rodgers wants to do is help the Texans and new coach DeMeco Ryans win more games. Houston was 3-13-1 in 2022.
"My goal is to help them win. We have a new staff and new everything. Just get to get back on the winning track, turn the city back up and definitely solidify myself in the league as a playmaker. Get the bad taste out of my mouth that I have with Green Bay," Rodgers said. | https://www.knoxnews.com/story/sports/local/2023/07/09/amari-rodgers-houston-texans-green-bay-packers-nfl-clemson/70394506007/ | 2023-07-09T12:25:43 | 0 | https://www.knoxnews.com/story/sports/local/2023/07/09/amari-rodgers-houston-texans-green-bay-packers-nfl-clemson/70394506007/ |
Ashlee Rosko said she feels like “Merlin’s apprentice” after learning from Yano Harris, a tie-dye artist, for nearly five years.
In preparations to retire from tie-dying because arthritis in his hands prevents him from continuing, Harris, who has been tie-dying his entire life, taught Rosko, of Kenosha, all the tricks of his trade.
“Ashlee and I talk every day. I’m her teacher,” Harris said. “She’s still going to have issues with the tie-dye but we know the language now ... I can work her through any problem just over the telephone.”
After being hosted by Rosko for nearly five years making tie-dye together, Harris decided it was time for a new adventure since he’s 71 years old.
And what an adventure.
Harris is biking from Kenosha to Key West, Florida by New Year’s and then to the Vietnam War Memorial in Washington, D.C., by Memorial Day 2024. He’s calling his journey the “Wall to the Wall Tour: Small Town America.”
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He will be displaying a 50-foot long by 9-feet high tapestry he and Rosko created together in 2019 in celebration of Woodstock’s 50th anniversary and in tribute to the band “The Grateful Dead.”
Helping veterans
“He’s going to fly the tapestry there (at the Vietnam War Memorial) to honor all of those that weren’t able to dance through life in the way they should’ve been able to,” Rosko said. “It will also be a reminder that “War — what is it good for? Absolutely nothing.”
As he bikes across the country, Harris said people will eventually be able to pledge a certain amount of money for every mile he bikes to go towards helping homeless veterans. Although the details aren’t finalized, he said he’s working with people to get the fundraiser started “soon.”
“We have the life we have because of those young men, and they should not be homeless on the streets of America,” Harris said. “So that’s what we’re trying to do; we’re trying to raise some money for them.”
Harris will also be flying the tapestry at various sites across the United States as he bikes from city to city.
He kicked the tour off in Kenosha at the Simmons Island Beach House where they displayed the tapestry for a day in honor of plans to reopen the beach house.
“It makes me feel wonderful because I look around and I see the smiles on people’s faces (when he flies the tapestry), and right now we need more smiles on people’s faces in this country,” Harris said.
The tapestry
He originally wanted to create the 50-foot tapestry to celebrate 50 years of “music in the fields” in honor of Woodstock.
“He (Harris) ended up coming to me and saying, ‘Listen. I have this vision that I’ve been thinking about for some time; let’s call it my opus. With the 50th anniversary of Woodstock coming up, I want to make this 50-foot tapestry by 9-feet tall and I can’t do this alone,’” Rosko said.
At the time Harris asked her, Rosko said it felt “serendipitous” because she was undergoing invasive vocal surgery. She knew by taking on this project she would still be “part of the music” in case she couldn’t sing, teach or even talk again.
In all, Harris said it took the two of them about 400 hours in July of 2019 to complete the tapestry, which they finished in time to bring to the music festival at Bethel Woods in August.
“We danced the tapestry into the mud when (Carlos) Santana took the stage,” Harris said.
The tapestry incorporates all of the members of The Grateful Dead. Harris said the stellar faces represent Ron McKernan, Jerry Garcia, Phil Lesh and Bob Weir. The bears in the VW bus depict Bill Kreutzmann and Mickey Hart as they’re “driving the bus just like the drums do in the music.”
Rosko and Harris consider themselves “Grateful Dead artists.” Because the band played at the first Woodstock, and since most of their art is in honor of The Grateful Dead, they wanted to incorporate the band into the 50-foot tapestry.
Tie-dye apprentice
Creating the tapestry was the start of Rosko’s nearly-five-year tie-dye apprenticeship.
After Harris left Rosko’s home, she said he officially “passed the torch” off to her as she graduated from her apprenticeship. She said it seemed like the right time for her to take over since she’s going into business with the Simmons Island Beach House to sell her tie-dye.
As exciting as the new chapter is for them, they also said it’s “bittersweet” because it meant saying goodbye to each other, for now.
“There’s no such thing as goodbye. We’ll all see each other again, whether it’s on this side of the rainbow or the other,” Rosko said.
Rosko is planning on flying with her 9-year-old son Johnny to Washington, D.C., to meet Harris on Memorial Day 2024.
Although Harris isn’t making any more tie-dye designs, he said Rosko’s designs are “just as good” as his. They will also be selling some of Harris’ older tie-dye designs to raise money for Johnny’s college tuition fund on their Facebook page “YanoDyesHappy” after July 19.
“I’m excited to be back on the road, but it was sad to see them go, Johnny the most. I miss the little guy,” Harris said.
Rosko will be posting updates on his bike journey on Facebook at YanoDyesHappy. | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/tie-dye-master-trains-kenosha-apprentice-his-skills-for-5-years-heads-out-on-u/article_7a4e70ce-0fa3-11ee-94aa-ffd0ca7dfdde.html | 2023-07-09T12:30:58 | 1 | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/tie-dye-master-trains-kenosha-apprentice-his-skills-for-5-years-heads-out-on-u/article_7a4e70ce-0fa3-11ee-94aa-ffd0ca7dfdde.html |
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