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ORLANDO, Fla. — Friday night, much of the soccer world had their eyes glued to Messi’s debut in Ft. Lauderdale, while the Lions were home in Orlando, eyeing their run at the Leagues Cup title against Houston Dynamo FC.
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Oscar Pareja kept a majority of his lineup from the past two matches.
The only change this week, Captian Mauricio Pereyra was out of the lineup and replaced by Martín Ojeda.
Orlando City dominated a majority of the possession for the night, but Houston Dynamo FC would get on the board first.
In stoppage time of the first half, Rafael Santos was called for a foul against the Dynamo’s Griffin Dorsey just inside the corner of the penalty box.
After a few minutes of City of players asking the ref to review and two yellow cards to Lion’s Pedro Gallese and Robin Jansson, the Dynamo’s Amine Bassi stepped up, sent Gallese to the left, while he slotted the ball in the top-right side of the goal, Houston up 1-0 at the half.
But it would only take the Lions rookie Duncan McGuire one minute after the break to tie it up.
Read: Lionel Messi scores a sensational game-winning goal on a free kick in his Inter Miami debut
McGuire capitalized on a bad pass from Houston’s goalkeeper, Andrew Tarbell, as the Dynamo tried to play out of the back.
McGuire intercepted Tarball’s pass at the top of the box and was able to dribble to his right and around Tarbell to score his ninth goal of the year in all matches for the Lions and tie the game at 1-1.
Despite Houston making some international subs in Mexico’s Hector Herrera and Panama’s Adalberto Carrasquilla, the Dynamo could not break down the Lions’ defense.
The Lions also brought in some fresh legs and striking power in the second half, with forwards Ercan Kara and Ramiro Enrique entering in the 63-minute, but were unable to get another goal to seal the win.
When the final whistle blew, many fans started to leave the stadium until the stadium announcer informed the crowd the game would move into penalties, one of the differences in Leagues Cup play from other regular season matches.
The team that wins the shootout earns an extra point in the Leagues Cup standings.
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So off we went, and there was no running of the wall this time, as PKs would happen on the supporters’ end of Exploria Stadium.
Oscar Pareja opted to go with three defenders in his top five for penalties, with Robin Jansson, Rafael Santos, and Antonio Carlos getting the call.
Houston would shoot first and the Dynamo’s Hector Herrera would be the first to challenge Gallese.
Herrera would try to beat Gallese to his right, but El Pulpo would extend and dive to his right to push Herrera’s shot wide.
Orlando City’s Ercan Kara would be the Lion’s first penalty taker and beat Houston’s Tarbell to the top left corner.
Houston’s next four players would make their penalties along with the Lions and designated player Facundo Torres converted the Lions’ final attempt to secure the extra point in Leagues Cup play.
Orlando City will return to Exploria Stadium on Saturday, July 29, for their second Leagues Cup game against Liga MX Santos Laguna.
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Coral Bleaching Florida This photo provided by the University of Miami Coral Reef Futures Lab, shows tissue loss to elkhorn coral on Thursday, July 20, 2023, in the North Dry Rocks Reef off the coast of Key Largo, Fla. Some Florida Keys corals are losing their color weeks earlier in the summer than has been documented before, meaning they are under stress and their health is potentially endangered, federal scientists said. (Liv Williamson/University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science via AP) (Liv Williamson)
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Heat advisory issued Saturday for all of Central FloridaRecruiters inside jail are working for human traffickers, advocate says‘Help Me’: Kidnapped girl from Texas rescued in California after writing note to passerbyNo water, homes torn apart: residents around mobile home park feel abandonedFederal judges rules injunction blocking Florida’s anti-drag law extends to all state venues
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PITTSBURGH — Emergency crews, including SWAT units, are responding to a man barricaded inside of a house in Carrick.
According to Allegheny County 911, crews were called to the 10 block of Stewart Avenue at around 7:30 a.m.
No injuries have been reported at this point, dispatch said.
Our crew at the scene learned that the incident started as a domestic and that the man barricaded inside has access to weapons.
SWAT situation on Stewart Ave in Carrick #wpxi pic.twitter.com/f2MEFt8yzZ
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DULUTH — Any chronic snooze tappers out there?
My hand is raised high.
I must have heard the initial notes of Tom Petty and Stevie Nicks’ “Insider” half a dozen times this morning before pulling myself from bed and stumbling zombie-like into my day.
Maybe I should have woken up to Petty’s “Wake Up Time” instead?
Several sleep science studies show that 57% or more of us slap, push, tap, smack or hammer the snooze buttons on our alarm clocks or smart phones at least once a morning. Another study conducted by Mattress Nerd found that we take “an average of 24 minutes to actually get out of bed and start the day.”
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And why not? Those extra nine minutes (or 18 or 27 …) can be spent blissfully tucked into bed, stalling the true start of the day.
Of course, the sleep scientists frown upon us snooze tappers. They say those blessed nine-minute intervals only serve to mess up our body’s inner sleep clock and leave us fatigued throughout the day.
I suppose that we could set our alarm clocks to the time we would typically snooze our way to, but where’s the fun in that? I probably would just continue hitting snooze anyway and really get a late start on my day.
Tap, tap, tap, zzzzz …
Maybe we should give that snooze button a rest this weekend, huh? That would keep the sleep scientists happy. Plus, there’s nothing wrong with sleeping in — uninterrupted — once in awhile.
Here are some DNT highlights from the past week:
Flying in a blue dream
Highlighted by thrilling performances from the U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels, the 2023 Duluth Air and Aviation Expo brought crowds to the Duluth International Airport to take in the soaring sights and sounds.
The DNT’s arts and entertainment reporter Jay Gabler and DNT photographer Clint Austin were on hand to chronicle the opening day’s events, which unfortunately included a serious injury during a demonstration by the U.S. Navy Parachute Team. But the most recent word is that the parachutist is in stable condition and recovering following the accident.
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After a 45-minute pause, the show resumed and ultimately culminated in the Blue Angels scorching and scraping the Northland skies. Tag along with Gabler and Austin here.
Moving day approaches
In a little more than a week, the shiny, new Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center will be open for business.
At a cost of approximately $900 million, there are a lot of impressive bells and whistles to check out. The public was invited to an open house Friday, July 21, but if you couldn't make it, no worries.
The zoo turns 100
Minnesota Vikings fullback — and proud Duluth Denfeld alum — C.J. Ham held his annual youth football camp last weekend, and that means NFL training camps, preseason games and the kickoff of the 2023 season can’t be far away.
Catch a wave
Here are a few more stories from the past week to check out:
- Under review: Duluth City Council to introduce marijuana smoking ordinance
- On the ballot: Duluth School Board to ask voters to fund technology
- Water strider: ‘Silent sport fanatic’ Rauschenfels thrives with Duluth Rowing Club
- Bygones: 100 years ago, monkeys raced electric cars in Duluth
- Movie review: ‘Oppenheimer’ explores enigma behind atomic bomb
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OXFORD — If you ask Sharo "Shy" Perry, her father was a Mississippi treasure.
The legendary blues musician Bill "Howl-N-Madd" Perry died on May 8, 2023, at age 75. He was born in Tula, a small community in Lafayette County. His family moved to Chicago, Illinois, when he was a teenager, and he later spent time in California before returning to his home state where he lived out the remainder of his life.
"He was always proud to say that he was from Mississippi," Shy Perry said. "He never denied where he was from."
Hill country blues with a twist
Seeing the Mississippi Blues Trail historical marker near the Lafayette County Courthouse on Wednesday brought back a flood of memories for Shy Perry and her brother Bill Perry Jr.
Bill "Howl-N-Madd" Perry's first guitar was won by his father in a craps game when he was a boy, and he learned to play by watching others perform. One of his biggest inspirations was Ned Bowles, a local bluesman.
He described his musical style as hill country blues but had a certain way of holding the neck that made his style truly unique.
"Because he taught himself how to play, he really used his thumb a lot when he made chords," Shy Perry said. "And that would make the chord a lot bigger, more defined, and just different than how the chord would normally come out. He added depths to it."
Perry got his start in music playing with gospel groups after his family moved to Chicago. His first opportunity to sing in front of a crowd came from Mississippi blues singer and guitarist Little Milton Campbell.
He played guitar in Campbell's band and had the chance to perform a few solo songs before the star came on stage. Perry was also paid to tune Campbell's guitar and drive the band to shows on tour.
"Dad was a hustler," Shy Perry said, laughing. "He always found ways to make money."
After a stint in California, he returned to Mississippi and joined a group called The Relaxations. When his children developed an interest in music, they started a family band and traveled playing music together.
Perry and his wife, Pauline, were together for 57 years. She supported him through struggles and accomplishments and does the same for her children. Shy Perry described her as the backbone of the family.
Perry performed for more than 60 years in almost every state and in many countries in North and South America, Europe, Asia and Africa. His last live performance was at the International Jazz Festival 2023 in Angola, Africa, with his children in April.
The "Howl-N-Madd" moniker was befitting of his character, his children said, and he howled the name every time he said it.
"I'm Hooooowl-N-Madd," Bill Perry Jr. said, imitating his father's jubilant wail.
"Everybody knew that howl," Shy Perry added.
It wasn't that he was mad in the upset sort of way, more like out of his mind mad, particularly for music.
Although known for the blues, Perry's musical style varied greatly. He also made gospel, R&B, country, jazz and funk records.
He could adapt to all types of music, his children said, but he always wanted to have his own sound.
"One thing that stood out about Pop, he always wanted it to sound funky," Bill Perry Jr. said.
Sharing Perry's music with a new generation
As Shy Perry, singer and musician, and Bill Perry Jr., musician and filmmaker, pursue their own creative endeavors, they also want to share their father's music with a new generation of fans.
A GoFundMe campaign seeking to raise money to keep his music and memory alive has raised more than $1,100, surpassing its initial goal.
New t-shirts, hats and CDs are being made, but the Perry children have their sights set on even larger ways to honor their father.
They hope to get Bill "Howl-N-Madd" Perry his own historical marker in Oxford, establish a music festival in his name and bring more of his music to streaming services.
Seeing the outpouring of support from people who knew or admired their father feels good.
"He lived and died for his music," Shy Perry said. "That's exceptional. He spent his whole life dedicated to his music, his love for music, and sharing the knowledge with others to make sure they carry some kind of legacy on."
Bill Perry Jr. hopes the music touches new fans and leads to a desire to know more about his dad, similar to the experience he once had with jazz musician Miles Davis.
"When I got into Miles, his music, it made me want to get into his character," Bill Perry Jr. said. "I really got into the man and went and learned his backstory."
He added, "That's what I hope the younger generation will do with my dad."
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The splash pad is back at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.
It’s been three years since there’s been a water play feature. But now, the water is flowing at Waterway, a brand-new splash space in the Children’s Garden that opened Friday.
“Waterway is our reimagined splash pad, an area that’s always been a favorite for families,” said Marta Zoellner, director of youth and family engagement. “We are so excited to have it back open, expanded and redesigned with more fun features.”
“Waterway was made with two distinct areas, one for toddlers and one for older kids,” Zoellner said. “The toddler section has a little streambed they can sit and play in, while the part for bigger kids has sprays and jets.”
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In the spray section, children can work together to cover nozzles to create a larger “gusher” effect.
Waterway is intended for children ages 10 and under.
More seating has been added for parents and caregivers with a seat wall. There is also easier access to restrooms.
“With the previous splash pad, we had to chain it off when it wasn’t in operation to protect the surface of the pad. We chose the surface of this new installation intentionally so we would be able to activate the space year-round, gathering groups or having drop-in programming during the cooler months,” Zoellner said.
“From a very practical standpoint, I’m excited to have a splash pad that runs using the latest technology. This is all behind the scenes, but the old one was one of the first generations of splash pads, so the new system is a huge step up.
“Of course, the most exciting thing was to walk out of my office this morning and see so many kids and caregivers out there having a blast on a hot summer day. It’s been a long road to get to this point, and we’re thrilled that the Waterway is now open!” she said.
Waterway will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily when the weather is 70 degrees or higher.
Waterway is included in general garden admission, which is $17 for adults, $13 for youth ages 3-12, free for children under 3 and free for members.
Previously, the space was called WaterPlay. It did not open in 2020 because of COVID-19 and remained closed in 2021 and 2022.
Waterway is part of Lewis Ginter’s recent investment of more than $1 million in the Children’s Garden, which includes the Klaus Family Tree House.
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is at 1800 Lakeside Ave.
If you’re looking for other splash pads to keep your kids cool this summer, here’s a quick list:
Free splash pads at Richmond parks
Fairmount; 2000 U St.
Battery Park, 2719 Dupont Circle
Free splash pads in Henrico County
Dorey Park: 2999 Darbytown Road, Henrico
Dunncroft/Castle Point Park: 4901 Francistown Road, Glen Allen
Short Pump Park: 3329 Pump Road, Henrico
Eastern Henrico Recreation Center: 1440 N. Laburnum Ave., Henrico
Twin Hickory Park & Recreation Center: 5011 Twin Hickory Road, Glen Allen
SplashMor at the Children’s Museum of Richmond: General admission is $9, free for children 12 months and under. 2626 W. Broad St.
Stony Point Fashion Park: Free. 9200 Stony Point Parkway.
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SAN ANTONIO — Three people were killed and three others injured in a tragic house fire early Saturday morning on the northeast side of San Antonio.
The fire started around 3 a.m. in a home on Winding Oak Drive near Birch Tree Street.
When fire crews arrived on scene, they could hear people screaming inside the house. They immediately went into a rescue operation and kicked the door down and made their way into the home.
SAFD Fire Chief Charles Hood said two adults and one childe died in the fire. Three others were taken to the hospital.
Chief Hood believes the fire may have started in the garage and spread to the rest of the home. The cause of the fire is not known.
He said in remarks to the media that his crew members will be greatly affected by this incident.
"Members that were here tonight, we will make sure that they get a critical incident stress debrief," Chief Hood said. "It's very challenging to see some of the images and experience what they experienced, bringing out a family of six this evening."
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A Chesterfield grand jury on Monday indicted Robert T. Braithwaite on charges of manslaughter and driving under the influence manslaughter.
Braithwaite, of North Chesterfield, was driving west on Robious Road on April 16 when his 2016 Hyundai Sonata hit a 1995 Nissan Frontier that was turning left onto Woodmont Drive just before 8 p.m., police said.
The other driver, John M. Wilson, 56, and Braithwaite were taken to hospitals with serious injuries. Wilson died two days later.
Police said Braithwaite was arrested without incident on Friday and taken to the county jail, where he is being held on a secured bond.
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In May 1953, students at the York County Training School for Negroes had to attend class in school buses after a fire that week destroyed the school’s 11-room main building near Yorktown. Five classes were held on buses and three in small buildings that were saved from the flames.
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In November 1982, a crowd filled Regency Square mall for the first day of Sunday store openings in Henrico County. Before the Sunday closing law, or so-called blue law, was formally repealed by the Board of Supervisors, Henrico residents — who in a referendum that month voted in favor of repeal — had to travel to surrounding localities to shop on a Sunday.
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In March 1959, visitors at the Richmond Boat Show inspected a new cruiser, a sort of floating camper, during the five-day event at the State Fairgrounds in Henrico County. It was considered to be the first strictly marine show to be held in Richmond.
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In August 1971, members of Camp Willow Run gathered outside their dormitories, which were former train boxcars. The railroad-themed camp, on a Lake Gaston peninsula in Littleton, N.C., is still run by Youth Camps for Christ Inc. The dining hall, modeled after an 1890 train depot and built from plans furnished by the Southern Railway Co., was the focal point of activities.
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In July 1963, John Adam, director of talking books for the Royal National Institute for the Blind in London, visited Richmond and showed Virginia Library for the Blind employee Mrs. Richard V. Carter a new cassette system for recording and reproducing audio tapes of books. Using a federal grant and tapping into British expertise, the Virginia library was testing the system, whose cassettes offered more capacity and lasted longer than old discs used by blind patrons.
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This September 1953 image shows the canal locks in downtown Richmond between 14th and Pear streets. After their installation and later refurbishment in the mid-19th century, the locks increased boat traffic and allowed for easier transport of goods to and from the city.
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In September 1935, a small group of men, part of a larger army of workers and 70 trucks, reinforced dikes with sandbags to protect the 5-mile area controlled by Richmond’s Shockoe Creek Pumping Station from flooding caused by a severe storm.
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In July 1977, Christine Bunce, a student at Manchester High School in Chesterfield County, worked in the Chippenham Hospital gift shop in Richmond as a volunteer. The nickname “candy striper” came from the red-and-white striped aprons worn traditionally by volunteers.
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In April 1976, men tended to the roasting planks at the 28th annualshad planking in Wakefield, an event in Sussex County that lured politicians, reporters, campaign workers and others to kick off the electoral season. Sponsored by the Wakefield Ruritan Club, the event historically was a function of the state’s Democrats, but it evolved into a bipartisan tradition.
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In October 1941, babies slept in the nursery at Brookfield, located on West Broad Street in Henrico County. The home for unwed mothers was the successor to Spring Street Home in Richmond’s Oregon Hill area, which was established in 1874 by the Magdalen Association to help single women and their children.
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In April 1979, the St. Mary’s Hospital Orchestra rehearsed in the hospital auditorium in Henrico County. The orchestra, which formed in 1966 and initially consisted of staff doctors and hospital employees, performed several public concerts a year at the hospital.
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In May 1950, motorcyclists raced in the 10-Mile National Motorcycle Championship at the Atlantic Rural Exposition grounds in Henrico County. The winner was “Little Joe” Weatherly of Norfolk, who later turned to stock car racing and won NASCAR titles in the 1960s before being killed in a race accident in Riverside, Calif., in 1964.
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In July 1954, Kitty Liles performed with her band. Liles had played the drums for years, starting when she was a student at Varina High School in the 1940s. In 1954, Liles was using money from her gigs around Richmond to pay for her pursuit of a social work degree at Richmond Professional Institute.
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In September 1948, Richmond actress, singer and national radio show host Patsy Garrett greeted a friend downtown during her visit here. Garrett was known for her time on Fred Waring’s “Pleasure Time” radio show in the 1940s and for her recurring film and television roles in “Nanny and the Professor,” “Room 222” and the “Benji” movie series.
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In September 1985, NASCAR Cup driver Kyle Petty inspected his wrecked Ford Thunderbird after a practice session at the half-mile Richmond Fairgrounds Raceway during the Wrangler 400. Petty’s car hit Dale Earnhardt’s, with Petty getting the worst of it.
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In March 1969, balmy weather drew a large crowd to Monroe Park in downtown Richmond. A small band joined the gathering, serenading visitors as spring arrived.
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In April 1968, David Long manned the bar at an exhibit at a Virginia Restaurant Association convention, and Barbara Ann Brigel took a spot along the brass rail. That year, the General Assembly allowed liquor by the drink to become a local option in Virginia.
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In June 1941, Patrick Henry’s “Give me liberty or give me death” speech was re-enacted at St. John’s Episcopal Church on Church Hill in Richmond as part of its bicentennial celebration. Construction of the church, built on land donated by city founder William Byrd II, was completed in June 1741.
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In July 1979, two boys walked along the rocks in the James River near the Lee Bridge in Richmond.
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In May 1942, actress-singers Dorothy Lamour (center), Patsy Garrett (at left) and actor Bert Lytell (at right) visited Richmond as part of a rally to stimulate sales of war bonds and stamps. They stood under a “Welcome to Richmond” sign and were flanked by Malcolm Bridges (left), the executive secretary of the Richmond Chamber of Commerce, and Ship Ahoy Girls Jetsy Parker and Dorothy Schoemer. The rally drew more than 5,000 people.
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This 1966 image of a quiet night on Franklin Street in downtown Richmond was captured by Times-Dispatch photographer David Harvey, who became renowned for his National Geographic magazine work and has received national awards. His photographs have been exhibited nationwide, including at the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts locally.
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In June 1977, John Stevens and his long-eared assistant performed a magic trick. Known as Nabis the Magician, Stevens was among the Richmonders in the International Brotherhood of Magicians. The local chapter had 25 members who met regularly to discuss their craft.
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In January 1970, Virginia Gov. Mills E. Godwin Jr. received his final salute from state police as he and his wife, Katherine, left the Executive Mansion in Richmond en route to the inauguration of A. Linwood Holton Jr. Godwin, then a Democrat, returned as governor four years later as a Republican.
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In July 1961, two men fished for bluegills in Chickahominy Lake, a large water-supply reservoir along the New Kent-Charles City county line.
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In June 1968, Toru Yanagida (left) and Ken Seguchi posed at Hillcrest Dairy in Crewe, in Nottoway County. They were learning American farming techniques from the dairy farm’s owners, Mr. and Mrs. Victor Johnson, who were their sponsors. Seguchi was a dairy farmer from Gifu, Japan, and Yanagida was a student in a college horticulture program in Hokkaido.
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In May 1973, local Scouts assembled their tents amid exhibits at the daylong Scout-O-Rama at the State Fairgrounds in Henrico County. In addition to traditional skills of woodcraft, wilderness survival, camping and cooking, the event highlighted Scouting’s growing attention to archaeology, seamanship, aviation, metal detection, TV and space technology, among other topics. More than 2,000 Cub and Boy Scouts attended the event that year.
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In June 1977, a crowd lined up for drinks and barbecue chicken at the Virginia Chicken Festival in Crewe, a town in Nottoway County southwest of Richmond. Held on the pavilion grounds of the Southside Electric Cooperative, the annual affair was sponsored by the Burkeville Ruritan Club and the Crewe Kiwanis Club. It attracted state and local politicians — including gubernatorial nominees John Dalton and Henry Howell — among the more than 3,500 attendees that year.
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In February 1973, prisoners at the Virginia State Penitentiary made and stacked license plates. The pen was along Spring Street at Second Street in downtown Richmond. A print shop, metal shop, textile plant, leather shop and woodworking area offered vocational training to prisoners. Today the site is largely occupied by Afton Chemical Corp., a unit of NewMarket Corp.
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In November 1951, workers constructed a new lane on Monument Avenue in Henrico County. The truck was occupying what used to be the front yard of a house in the 6500 block. The road was being widened for divided lane traffic in the block between Bevridge Road and Roxbury Road.
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"Responding officers learned that a juvenile went under the water without coming back to the surface," police said in a statement. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The apartment building is just south of Falling Creek, a tributary that leads to the James River to the east.
At least two others have drowned in the same area of the waterway — an 18-year-old man in March 2004 and a 47-year-old man in May 2001.
Anyone with information is asked to call police at (804) 748-1251 or Crime Solvers at (804) 748-0660.
This July 1955 image shows the building, at Madison and Grace streets in Richmond, that once sat downtown and housed First Presbyterian Church. Completed in 1853 at the current site of Old City Hall, the building’s outer shell was moved to Madison and Grace in the mid-1880s to make room for the city building. In 1943, the Acca Shriners, who had lost the Mosque (now Altria Theater) during the Great Depression, purchased the old church building. They used it until the mid-1950s; the building has since been torn down.
In May 1977, this 150-foot smokestack came down, thanks to Controlled Demolition of Towson, Md. The smokestack stood behind what used to be Broad Street Station in Richmond; the demolition was part of a contract with the state for removal of the stack and several buildings in the area.
This April 1951 image shows St. Andrew’s School in Richmond’s Oregon Hill area. Noted philanthropist Grace Arents founded the school in 1894 and was a key supporter of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church. The school offered a wide range of programs, including sewing, music and physical education. It still stands today, serving low-income children.
In May 1959, the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway announced plans to move about a third of its workforce from Richmond to Huntington, W.Va., by 1961-62. Many employees worked in the First and Merchants National Bank building at Ninth Street downtown, which was partially owned by C&O. The building has been converted to First National Apartments.
This July 1947 image shows the new Curles Neck Dairy plant at 1600 Roseneath Road in Richmond. The building, which cost more than $200,000, gave the 13-year-old dairy modern features including a refreshment room that served up to 50 people, ice-cream-making facilities and curbside service. The building is now home to the Dairy Bar restaurant.
This March 1987 image shows the Independent Order of St. Luke building at 900 St. James St. in Richmond, which was the new home for the city’s Head Start program. The building, which today stands empty, was built in the early 1900s and was expanded between 1915 and 1920. It was home to the benevolent society under Maggie Walker’s leadership, as well as the first location of the St. Luke Penny Savings Bank that she ran. The building is on the National Register of Historic Places.
This May 1935 image shows Herbert’s shoe store at 419 E. Broad St. in downtown Richmond. The store advertised itself as “the first air-cooled shoe store in the entire South.” A fall sale that year offered women’s shoes as low as $1.77.
This May 1957 image shows the Woolworth’s at Fifth and Broad streets in downtown Richmond. The $1 million building opened in September 1954, and it housed several departments for the nearby Miller & Rhoads, which had an earlier store on the site in the late 1800s. An ad for the Woolworth’s Easter sale offered handbags for $1, records for 99 cents, and cowhide and plastic belts for between 39 and 98 cents.
In February 1968, the National Theater on East Broad Street in Richmond was about to undergo a $150,000 remodeling to make it suitable as a movie theater – the building, which opened in 1923, was designed more for vaudeville and other live performances. In June 1968, the theater reopened as The Towne and operated until 1983. It has since been restored again and now hosts concerts.
This July 1955 image shows the building, at Madison and Grace streets in Richmond, that once sat downtown and housed First Presbyterian Church. Completed in 1853 at the current site of Old City Hall, the building’s outer shell was moved to Madison and Grace in the mid-1880s to make room for the city building. In 1943, the Acca Shriners, who had lost the Mosque (now Altria Theater) during the Great Depression, purchased the old church building. They used it until the mid-1950s; the building has since been torn down.
Times-Dispatch
In May 1977, this 150-foot smokestack came down, thanks to Controlled Demolition of Towson, Md. The smokestack stood behind what used to be Broad Street Station in Richmond; the demolition was part of a contract with the state for removal of the stack and several buildings in the area.
Don Pennell
This April 1951 image shows St. Andrew’s School in Richmond’s Oregon Hill area. Noted philanthropist Grace Arents founded the school in 1894 and was a key supporter of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church. The school offered a wide range of programs, including sewing, music and physical education. It still stands today, serving low-income children.
Times-Dispatch
In May 1959, the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway announced plans to move about a third of its workforce from Richmond to Huntington, W.Va., by 1961-62. Many employees worked in the First and Merchants National Bank building at Ninth Street downtown, which was partially owned by C&O. The building has been converted to First National Apartments.
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This July 1947 image shows the new Curles Neck Dairy plant at 1600 Roseneath Road in Richmond. The building, which cost more than $200,000, gave the 13-year-old dairy modern features including a refreshment room that served up to 50 people, ice-cream-making facilities and curbside service. The building is now home to the Dairy Bar restaurant.
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This March 1987 image shows the Independent Order of St. Luke building at 900 St. James St. in Richmond, which was the new home for the city’s Head Start program. The building, which today stands empty, was built in the early 1900s and was expanded between 1915 and 1920. It was home to the benevolent society under Maggie Walker’s leadership, as well as the first location of the St. Luke Penny Savings Bank that she ran. The building is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Masaaki Okada
This May 1935 image shows Herbert’s shoe store at 419 E. Broad St. in downtown Richmond. The store advertised itself as “the first air-cooled shoe store in the entire South.” A fall sale that year offered women’s shoes as low as $1.77.
Times-Dispatch
This May 1957 image shows the Woolworth’s at Fifth and Broad streets in downtown Richmond. The $1 million building opened in September 1954, and it housed several departments for the nearby Miller & Rhoads, which had an earlier store on the site in the late 1800s. An ad for the Woolworth’s Easter sale offered handbags for $1, records for 99 cents, and cowhide and plastic belts for between 39 and 98 cents.
Times-Dispatch
In February 1968, the National Theater on East Broad Street in Richmond was about to undergo a $150,000 remodeling to make it suitable as a movie theater – the building, which opened in 1923, was designed more for vaudeville and other live performances. In June 1968, the theater reopened as The Towne and operated until 1983. It has since been restored again and now hosts concerts.
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July 22 is Hammock Day, and if we had a hammock, we’d lie in it all day long. Instead, we can at least take this opportunity to be lazy, right? Because we really want to finish that novel we’re reading before it’s due back at the library!
- The Kenosha Woman’s Club is having a “basement sale in July” fundraiser. From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. today, visitors can shop for items, from “vintage items to brand new merchandise, classic to unique.” All proceeds go to the Woman’s Club to “continue the tradition of philanthropic work and community service.” Note: Entry is through the basement door on the west side of the building at 6028 Eighth Ave.
- The St. Therese Catholic Church festival continues today on the festival grounds outside the church, 2020 91st St. The festival is open noon to 8 p.m. today, and the band Joe 2.0 plays tonight. There are children’s activities, raffles and plenty of that “healthy” festival food offerings. The festival continues Sunday.
- A German-style biergarten is “popping up” on in HarborPark today. There will be food trucks and live music, along with vendors. Admission is free, and everyone is welcome. The biergarten is open 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Starting at 8 p.m., the Pink Floyd album "Dark Side of the Moon" (celebrating its 50th anniversary this year) will be played in its entirety. Because nothing says "beer garden" more than '70s angst! For more information, visit the event’s Facebook page, @Pop-up Biergarten Events.
- The third annual Beach Front Arts Fest — a free community event that showcases local musicians, performing artists and artisan vendors — is noon to 10 p.m. today. The daylong event takes place in Pennoyer Park, on Seventh Avenue at 35th Street, along Kenosha's lakefront. This event is free to the public and is family friendly, organizers said.
- Play ball! The Kenosha Kingfish return to Simmons Field tonight, for a 6:35 p.m. game against the Rockford Rivets. Stick around for post-game fireworks. For tickets and more information, go to Kingfishbaseball.com, call 262-653-0900, or go to the ticket office at Simmons Field, 7817 Sheridan Road.
- The Jerry Smith Farm, 7150 18th St., is hosting Chalk Fest from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today (and Sunday). Artists signed up in advance to claim an 8-by-8-foot square to create the chalk art. There will also be live music, food, a beer garden and booths offering crafts and other items. Admission is free. The chalk art People’s Choice Judging begins at 10 a.m. today. For more details, go to jerrysmithfarm.com/events/
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BLOOMINGTON — Methamphetamine charges are pending against a Bloomington man.
Anthony R. Fairchild, 53, was charged Friday with unlawful possession of methamphetamine with the intent to deliver, a Class X felony, and unlawful possession of methamphetamine, a Class 1 felony.
According to court documents, Fairchild is accused of having 15-100 grams of a substance containing methamphetamine.
Fairchild's bond was set at $400,000 with 10% to apply.
An arraignment was scheduled for Aug. 11.
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BLOOMINGTON — A Bloomington man is in McLean County custody after prosecutors say he strangled a woman.
Adonis S. Wells, 24, was charged Friday with aggravated domestic battery with strangulation, a Class 2 felony, and domestic battery, a Class 4 felony.
Assistant's State's Attorney Mark Messman said in court that the Bloomington Police Department was dispatched Thursday for domestic dispute.
Wells is accused of pushing the woman and putting his hands around her neck for approximately 10 seconds, Messman said.
The prosecutor said Wells told police that he did not want neighbors to hear the woman screaming.
Wells was held without bond and is ordered to have a bond review hearing with a domestic violence assessment on July 27.
An arraignment was scheduled for Aug. 11.
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BLOOMINGTON — State Farm announced the recipients of the 2023 State Companies Foundation Scholarship.
The foundation awards 100 four-year scholarships to the legal dependents of State Farm employees, agents, and retirees. The competition is conducted through the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
This year's recipients are as follows:
- Abhay Hiredesai; child of Naren Hiredesai
- Adithya Sathyamurthy; child of Rajeswari Sathyamurthy
- Akash Anbu; child of Kalaiselvi Rangasamy
- Alexis Leathery; child of David Leathery
- Allison Zastrow; child of Becky Zastrow
- Anne Dunne; child of Sean Dunne
- Annalise Jacobsen; child of Ernst Jacobsen
- Avani Rai; child of Brahmananda Rai
- Benjamin Heinz; child of Doug Heinz
- Carter Bergeron; child of Ken Bergeron
- Chloe French; child of Randy and Theresea French
- Connor Cox; child of Tom Cox
- Connor Henson-Stroud; child of Janae Henson
- Elijah Lewis; child of Sherman Lewis
- Ella McCully; child of Matt McCully
- Gabriel Wilson; child of Nate Wilson
- Gokul Balaji; child of Balaji Ranganathan & Pratheepa Murali
- Jocelyn Nelson; child of Ted Nelson
- Kallen Robertson; child of Kathy Robertson
- Khushi Galpalli; child of Goverdhan & Suchitra Galpalli
- Lillian Miller; child of Scott Miller
- Luke Dederich; child of Jason Dederich
- Mackenzie Winter; child of Tim Winter
- Margaret Feely; child of John Feely
- Matthew Wade; child of Scott & Stacy Wade
- Matthew Antonacci; child of William Antonacci
- Matthew Beigie; child of Sue Beigie
- Reese Mahoney; child of Patrick Mahoney
- Revanth Poondru; child of Sneha Vemula
- Riya Prasade; child of Parag Prasade
- Satvika Boyina; child of Srividya Boyina
- Seth Lambert; child of Nicole Lambert
- Sirihaasa Nallamothu; child of Sateesh Nallamothu
- Taylor Huffington; child of Tom & Tammy Huffington
- Thomas S. Park; child of Thomas H. Park
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NORMAL — The Ecology Action Center announced a McLean County household hazardous waste collection event set for Saturday, Sept. 23.
The collection will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Heartland Community College by appointment only to regulate traffic and prevent long waits.
Appointments can be made at HHWmclean.org or by calling 309-468-6449.
Accepted materials include oil-based paints, used motor oil, herbicides, pesticides, insecticides, old gasoline, pool chemicals, cleaning products, mercury, acids, household batteries, paint thinners, lawn chemicals, solvents, antifreeze, hobby chemicals, aerosol paints and pesticides, fluorescent lamp bulbs, drain cleaners and corrosives.
The collection is made possible in partnership with Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, the City of Bloomington, Town of Normal, McLean County and the Bloomington and Normal Water Reclamation District.
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How Time Flies is a daily feature looking back at Pantagraph archives to revisit what was happening in our community and region.
100 years ago
July 22, 1923: The custodian at Miller Park and members of the park board wish it known that the water in the park lake is in perfectly good condition for swimming, contrary to recent reports. Fresh water is run into the lake every day through a water main. The lake is now nearly free of moss, moreso than at any time in several years.
75 years ago
July 22, 1948: The Corn Belt Baking company of Bloomington had filed a voluntary petition in bankruptcy. The bakery has been closed since Saturday. The petition was signed by John Gray, president of the baking firm whose plant is at 321 S. Main St.
50 years ago
July 22, 1973: Thanks to the sharp ears of a farmer and McLean County sheriff's deputy Sam Rader, a police car stolen July 13 from Lincoln Sgt. Robert Robbins was found in a corn field west of Bloomington. Louis Keiser reported that he and his sons heard a radio in the field, leading to the discovery of the car that had been used in the escape of two gunmen after they robbed the Lincoln Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant.
25 years ago
July 22, 1998: Chesterbrook Academy's day care at Bloomington High School has closed because of dwindling enrollment. The First Step Day Care opened in November 1991 and was the only high school-based day care in McLean County. It lost money the past three years.
101 years ago: See vintage Pantagraph ads from 1922
Gerthart's
Union Gas and Electric Co.
Hoover
Dr. J.A. Moore Dentists
Moberly & Klenner
W.P. Garretson
W.H. Roland
Pease's Candy
Thor 32 Electric Washing Machine
The Kaiser's Story of the War
Ike Livingston & Sons
Gossard Corsets
Cat'n Fiddle
'Stolen Moments'
Case Model X
The Johnson Transfer & Fuel Co.
The Pantagraph want ads
Franklin Motor Car Co.
'A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court'
Calumet Baking Powder
Mayer Livingston & Co. Newsmarket
'The Emperor Jones'
'California Fig Syrup'
Compiled by Pantagraph staff
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Brunch on the Bay fundraiser for USF Sarasota-Manatee scholarships and initiatives set Nov. 5
ALSO: Boots Vs. Badges blood drive; Hooters Girls join fundraising effort; 13th Siesta Key Crystal Classic; Forty Carrots; back-to-school events.
Brunch on the Bay set Nov. 5 at USF Sarasota-Manatee
Tickets are on sale for the 2023 Brunch on the Bay, the marquee fundraising event at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee campus.
Brunch on the Bay, set for Nov. 5 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., is a celebration of community, philanthropy and the achievements of USF Sarasota-Manatee campus students. By supporting academic scholarships and campus initiatives, participants will experience culinary delights from the area’s finest restaurants and connect with friends and university partners who are making a difference in the community.
USF Federal Credit Union is the event's title sponsor. The event co-chairs are Lisa Krouse and Rod Hershberger. Tickets can be ordered at sarasotamanatee.usf.edu/giving/brunch-on-the-bay/index.aspx. For more information sponsorships, call Pam Gleason at 941-359-4603.
Sarasota Hooters Girls join effort to help women-owned businesses
Eight Hooters Girls from the company's regional restaurants, including Sarah Magda and Sloan Miavitz of Sarasota, are raising funds for Self-Help International, a nonprofit that supports women business owners in Ghana and Nicaragua and helps to alleviate hunger.
In addition to online fundraising efforts, the Hooters Girls recently traveled to Waverly, Iowa, for the Hooters Give a Hoot for Self-Help International Weekend. “I'm so excited to start fundraising for this amazing cause, and to raise even more money than last year,” said Miavitz, who works at Sarasota Hooters.
To learn more about Self-Help International, visit selfhelpinternational.org/our-stories. To make a donation, visit justgiving.com/campaign/giveahoot2023.
Tickets, sponsorships available for Siesta Key Crystal Classic
Online advance tickets and parking passes are now available for the 13th annual Siesta Key Crystal Classic to be held Nov. 10-13 on Siesta Beach. Volunteer, sponsorship, vendor and amateur sand sculpting contest opportunities are also available.
The four-day festival features 24 master sand sculptors competing for prizes in solo and duo categories. The festival also features live music and 80-plus shopping and food and drink vendors. Other activities include the three-day “Quick Sand” competition, sand sculpting lessons, an amateur sculpting competition, a children’s play area and people’s choice voting.
The Siesta Key Crystal Classic is presented by the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce. A portion of proceeds will be donated to the Siesta Key Crystal Classic Scholarship Fund for Ringling College of Art and Design. For tickets and sponsorship information, visit siestakeycrystalclassic.com or contact the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce at 941-349-3800 or events@siestakeychamber.com.
Community Foundation supports new therapy van for Forty Carrots
The Forty Carrots Family Center recently received a $25,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County to fund a new van for community outreach for its Mental Health Program. As part of the foundation’s Equity and Access initiative, the grant was made possible through the Leslie and Margaret Weller Fund, Arthur T. Esslinger Memorial Fund, James Franklin Warnell & Dorothy J. Warnell Fund, and the Two-Generation Approach Fund.
“To ensure our community’s most vulnerable clients have access to high-quality mental health services, Forty Carrots utilizes its five vans to travel thousands of miles each year to provide mental health therapy," said Michelle Kapreilian, Forty Carrots CEO. "Vans are key in eliminating barriers to mental health treatment.”
The therapy van is equipped with a variety of therapeutic tools, supplies, and resources necessary for therapists to create a mobile treatment room for clients at Forty Carrots’ partner locations. Visit fortycarrots.org for information.
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SunCoast Blood Centers is holding a blood drive to benefit first responders, "Boots Vs. Badges," featuring members of the Sarasota police and fire departments today from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Oak & Stone restaurant, 4067 Clark Road, in Sarasota. Blood donors will receive a $10 gift card from Oak & Stone and a Boots Vs. Badges T-shirt. For information and to schedule an appointment, call 866-97-BLOOD or visit suncoastblood.org.
· The Barbershop Men of Prayer and Greatness Beyond Measure will present a Back-to-School Day of Fun and backpack giveaway with school supplies on July 30 from noon-3 p.m. at the Alfred R. Goldstein Library at Ringling College of Art and Design. The event also offers free haircuts and hair braids, video game tournaments, and pizza. Info: 941-962-6789.
· Mothers Helping Mothers is holding its annual Back to School Supply Drive through July 30 with a goal to distribute 1,000 backpacks to families in need. Donors can visit MHMsarasota.com or drop off supplies at Mothers Helping Mothers, 5933 N. Washington Blvd., in Sarasota, on Monday, Tuesday Wednesday or Friday from 9-12 p.m.
· The Humane Society of Sarasota County, 2331 15th St., Sarasota, is taking part in “Empty the Shelters,” a nationwide reduced-fee adoption event, now through July 31. Pets will be available for adoption for $25 or less. The initiative is sponsored by Bissell Pet Foundation and MetLife Pet Insurance. Visit hssc.org.
Submissions by Scott Biehler, Marc Masferrer, Ilona Wolpin, Ann Frescura, Tonya Getzen Gowan, Cheri DeVries, Alissa Jackson.
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Clinton Plant Manager Norha Plumey walks near the facility main turbine.
CLAY JACKSON, THE PANTAGRAPH
Some site facts displayed on one of the walls in the Turbine Building at Clinton Power Station.
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Reactor operator Dave McClurg, bottom, monitors plant condition in the main control room at Clinton Power Station.
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Reactor operator Dave McClurg monitors plant condition in the main control room at Clinton Power Station.
CLAY JACKSON, THE PANTAGRAPH
Technicians inspect new fuel received and will be loaded in the reactor at Clinton Power Station this fall during its planned refueling and maintenance outage.
CLAY JACKSON, THE PANTAGRAPH
Photo is taken on the turbine deck at Clinton Power Station in the facility’s turbine and main generator which is used in the process of creating carbon-free nuclear energy for the electrical grid.
CLINTON — Inside the reactor that has stood in Clinton for more than 30 years, the length of every vent, the weight of every door, the temperature of every steam particle — every piece of the Clinton Power Station plays a role in powering hundreds of thousands of homes each year.
John Kowalski, site vice president of the Clinton Power Station, said excellent human performance and constant diligence is required to keep the nuclear facility safe and operational. That means routine safety inspections, audits and simulated emergency drills are necessary to keep the plant's numerous ventilation, monitoring and maintenance systems going.
"Everything has a function," Kowalski said.
Construction of the plant began in the mid 1970s and ended up being a $4 billion investment, which is a fraction of what such a massive project would cost today. (For instance, the projected cost to build a nuclear plant in Georgia last year was more than $30 billion, according to an Associated Press report.)
Commercial operation of the plant began in 1987. Currently, the plant produces electricity for the equivalent of more than 800,000 homes.
But such an operation would not be possible without thorough security. Plant officials recently provided a tour of the facility to Lee Enterprises journalists, explaining in detail the safeguards in place to prevent emergencies — and the protocols developed to respond in the event of one.
The diligence is reflected in the plant's most recent safety assessment, which yielded a "green" performance indicator that reflects a low number of significant safety findings.
The high marks come as owner Constellation Energy is seeking to extend its operating licenses for the Clinton plant, as well as the Dresden plant in Grundy County, by another 20 years. Clinton's license is set to expire in 2027.
'Cornerstone' of security
As staff and visitors travel through the plant, they must pass through multiple security checkpoints and test themselves for contamination before entering different areas, including the main control room.
Floors are color-coded to prevent employees from accidentally bumping into a pivotal piece of machinery and doors vary in weight and size depending on the amount of ventilation in certain parts of the plant.
Plant manager Norha Plumey said the facility has about 500 employees, including its security force.
"Security is a cornerstone of our operation, and so it's very important for us that we maintain our security workforce and our security equipment to protect the asset for the health of the public," Plumey said.
The plant's operations department also has its own fire brigade with an on-site fire marshal and two to three incident commanders. Two diesel fire pumps can pull water out of the cooling lake to spray any fires.
Unlike a pressurized water reactor, the Clinton plant's boiling water reactor is a "direct contact system" where steam generated from water passing through the nuclear core of the plant goes directly into the turbines to generate electricity.
In a pressurized water reactor, water that makes contact with the nuclear fuel runs through a steam generator before reaching the turbines.
In the event of an emergency, the plant has diesel engines to power essential systems during an outage. It's vital to have systems that can continue to inject water into the reactor and access to emergency water provisions all around the plant, Plumey said.
Kowalski said the engines are monitored daily and run monthly regardless of whether they are needed.
Should there be an issue with the diesel engines, Plumey said, there are a number of strategies, developed after the 2011 triple reactor meltdowns at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant in Japan, to maintain key plant safety functions.
'Unparalleled' control
Kowalksi said the facility's control room is unlike any other operation.
"It's unparalleled to really anything you see anywhere else," Kowalski said.
Working in the control room as a reactor operator or a senior reactor operator requires 18 months of training.
As part of their training, operators must respond to mock incidents using a simulated control room onsite.
A third of the plant's nuclear fuel is replaced every two years. When that happens, Plumey said, it is placed in a spent fuel pool to cool down for a period of time.
It is then removed, put into a cast and stored in cannisters.
In addition to the numerous safety inspections and audits, the plant — along with all others in the country — hosts two resident inspectors from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Those inspectors are also part of the process to renew the facility's license, as they will evaluate the facility to make sure it is structurally equipped to last another two decades.
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The rough north wall of Exelon's Clinton nuclear power station was designed to accommodate a second reactor building that was never built.
Ted Stoner, left, site vice president for Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant, watches plant operators in the control room last month. Stone is looking for answers to keep the plant open despite substantial annual operating losses. Go to www.pantagraph.com for a photo gallery of the power plant.
Workers at the Clinton nuclear power plant are dressed in protective suits as they recover cobalt-60 isotope from the plant's spent fuel storage pool earlier this month. The Clinton plant is one of only two in the U.S. that is making the medical isotope, which is critical in the fight against cancer.
A wall next to the generator inside Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant contains facts about the station as well as its history. The wall is actually a shield against low level radiation that can be present at the generator.
Two massive diesel-powered generators can supply power to the Clinton nuclear power plant for up to seven days without refueling. The generators are a safety precaution in the event power to the plant is lost.
A massive hatch door covers the entry to the reactor inside Exelon's Clinton Power Station. The door is used to allow workers access to nuclear material and control rods during maintenance outages.
Workers at the Clinton nuclear power plant are dressed in protective suits as they recover cobalt-60 isotope from the plant's spent fuel storage pool, right, earlier this month. The Clinton plant is one of only two in the U.S. that is making the medical isotope, which is critical in the fight against cancer.
Workers at Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant manage a spent fuel packaging area. Refueling of the plant brings in large numbers of temporary workers that significantly help Clinton's economy.
Technicians examine a delivery of the first fuel rods that were part of a refueling of the Clinton nuclear power plant in 1988. About 168 fuel rods create the fusion reaction that turns water into the steam that spins the turbine, which makes electricity at the plant.
Workers at the Clinton nuclear power plant are dressed in protective suits as they recover cobalt-60 isotope from the plant's spent fuel storage pool earlier this month. The Clinton plant is one of only two in the U.S. that is making the medical isotope, which is critical in the fight against cancer.
Exelon Corp. announced Thursday that it will close the Clinton Power Station and a second nuclear reactor in the Quad Cities. The Clinton nuclear plant employs about 700 people and is DeWitt County's largest employer. It generates about $15 million in annual local property taxes for the area.
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The rough north wall of Exelon's Clinton nuclear power station was designed to accommodate a second reactor building that was never built.
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Ted Stoner, left, site vice president for Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant, watches plant operators in the control room last month. Stone is looking for answers to keep the plant open despite substantial annual operating losses. Go to www.pantagraph.com for a photo gallery of the power plant.
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Workers at the Clinton nuclear power plant are dressed in protective suits as they recover cobalt-60 isotope from the plant's spent fuel storage pool earlier this month. The Clinton plant is one of only two in the U.S. that is making the medical isotope, which is critical in the fight against cancer.
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Exelon's Clinton Power Station.
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A technician monitors the chain reaction occurring as power is generated at the Clinton Power Station last month.
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Technicians stand in the vast control area inside Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant.
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A wall next to the generator inside Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant contains facts about the station as well as its history. The wall is actually a shield against low level radiation that can be present at the generator.
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DAVID PROEBER, The Pantagraph
Two massive diesel-powered generators can supply power to the Clinton nuclear power plant for up to seven days without refueling. The generators are a safety precaution in the event power to the plant is lost.
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DAVID PROEBER, The Pantagraph
A massive hatch door covers the entry to the reactor inside Exelon's Clinton Power Station. The door is used to allow workers access to nuclear material and control rods during maintenance outages.
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DAVID PROEBER, The Pantagraph
Workers at the Clinton nuclear power plant are dressed in protective suits as they recover cobalt-60 isotope from the plant's spent fuel storage pool, right, earlier this month. The Clinton plant is one of only two in the U.S. that is making the medical isotope, which is critical in the fight against cancer.
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DAVID PROEBER, The Pantagraph
The spent fuel storage pool, below, at the Clinton nuclear power station contains spent fuel from the time the plant opened.
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Workers at Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant manage a spent fuel packaging area. Refueling of the plant brings in large numbers of temporary workers that significantly help Clinton's economy.
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Secure storage flasks will carry spent fuel from Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant.
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A guard tower stands on the perimeter of Exelon's Clinton Power Station in April.
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Technicians practice working with mock fuel rods in 1985 before the plant was put into operation.
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An Illinois Power handout photo shows the first fuel rod being loaded into the Clinton nuclear power plant.
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Technicians examine a delivery of the first fuel rods that were part of a refueling of the Clinton nuclear power plant in 1988. About 168 fuel rods create the fusion reaction that turns water into the steam that spins the turbine, which makes electricity at the plant.
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Workers at the Clinton nuclear power plant are dressed in protective suits as they recover cobalt-60 isotope from the plant's spent fuel storage pool earlier this month. The Clinton plant is one of only two in the U.S. that is making the medical isotope, which is critical in the fight against cancer.
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Technicians stand in the vast control area inside Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant.
Contact Drew Zimmerman at 309-820-3276. Follow Drew on Twitter: @DZimmermanLee
BY THE NUMBERS
9,224,025
net megawatts of energy produced at the Clinton Power Station in 2022
800,000
homes the facility could power
1,080
megawatts of zero-emissions energy the reactor can generate
Technicians inspect new fuel received and will be loaded in the reactor at Clinton Power Station this fall during its planned refueling and maintenance outage.
Photo is taken on the turbine deck at Clinton Power Station in the facility’s turbine and main generator which is used in the process of creating carbon-free nuclear energy for the electrical grid.
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DANIVILLE, Va. — When Jeremy DiMaio took a look at the late 19th-century Gothic Revival church along Jefferson Avenue about three years ago, he asked his then 12-year-old daughter if he should buy it.
Since closing on the purchase of the nearly 150-year-old structure at 200 Jefferson Ave. in April 2021, he has been working diligently to restore it and turn it into an Airbnb christened “Church of the Perpetual Boogie.”
Though months away from completion, the building inside delivers a funky, humorous theme with irreverent touches and rich history.
In the spacious fellowship hall area converted into a living room, a life-size figure of Barack Obama sits cross-legged on a red leather sofa, sporting a smile and an “I voted” sticker.
A 36-pound, 30-foot wide reproduction of Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” on a thin, flimsy particle board adorns the back wall.
Other features include a bathroom with a blown-up 1929 First Mortgage Real Estate Gold Bond on the wall, a wood sculpture of a friar DiMaio bought at a flea market near Dulles International Airport and an enlarged First Presbyterian Church black-and-white choir photo from the mid-20th century. The latter was provided by the Danville Historical Society, he said.
He has spent about $130,000 restoring the building so far, and expects the project to cost about $300,000 by the time he finishes. That also includes plans for turning the sanctuary — which boasts an 1899 pipe organ — into a music venue.
“It will be worth it,” DiMaio, 47, said of the costly endeavor.
The name “Church of the Perpetual Boogie” continues the 1970s theme from DiMaio’s other Airbnb he owns in Afton, “Boogie Nights Manor.” The name is a nod to the 1997 Paul Thomas Anderson film “Boogie Nights,” which is set mostly during the ’70s. It’s also the title of a 1977 hit song by the funk-disco group Heatwave.
“I kind of wanted to keep the theme,” he said.
DiMaio’s ongoing project has a Facebook group with about 2,000 members. Word of the “Church of the Perpetual Boogie” has spread.
“I felt really validated when it showed up on Google Maps,” he said. “It showed up as ‘Church of the Perpetual Boogie.’”
Built around 1879, the grayish white structure contains nearly 9,000 square feet and includes a bell tower stamped in 1840. The bell tower was cast by John Wilbank, who also cast the replacement for the damaged Liberty Bell, DiMaio said.
The First Presbyterian Church was the first church in Danville when it started out as a wooden structure in the 1820s, DiMaio said. It was later expanded.
The congregation outgrew the building and moved to the currently operating First Presbyterian Church location on Main Street around 1910.
The Jefferson Avenue building, which DiMaio believes is limestone over red-brick masonry, had been vacant for 11 years when he bought it.
“I try to buy interesting properties and convert them,” he said. “I tend to find properties that have sat on the market that no one else seems to want and find an adaptive re-use.”
His Airbnb will be one unit, with three bedrooms including a total of four beds. Eventually, it will have four bedrooms, DiMaio said.
“I’ve always liked churches,” he said. “I came in here, the first thing that struck me is how sad is a building this old and this historic that’s just rotting.”
At 150 years old, the building was not going to survive much longer, DiMaio thought to himself.
He has converted one room into a dining area. That part of the church required a lot of work. The floor had three layers of paint and DiMaio spent five months scraping red paint off the wall with a razor blade.
The building also had no furniture.
“Over the last two years, I’ve acquired every single piece of furniture,” DiMaio said.
He bought furnishings and decor from all over, Facebook Marketplace, auctions and his own travels.
One item is an old machine, used to make communion wafers and patented in 1908, from a monastery in Northern Virginia. Another one of his finds includes a wine sacristy — for storing wine — made in the 1800s.
The dining room also features a Jacobean buffet table from the late 19th century. A Moroccan clay menorah, which DiMaio bought in Morocco, sits on the table and is more than 100 years old, he said.
He’s turning the fellowship hall into a living room where the sacred altar is a bar. The room is where DiMaio is rebuilding the floor.
“This area took a lot of water damage,” he said.
Half of the old nursery will become the master bedroom and the former pastor’s study will be converted to a bedroom, as well.
As for the spacious sanctuary, that is an entire project onto itself.
“My goal is to work on this space early next year,” DiMaio said.
The sanctuary includes its original hand-painted rose-glass window overlooking the balcony, as well as the original pews.
He also has plans to record an episode of the PBS series, “The Life of A Musician” in the sanctuary in front of the organ and hold a house concert for the show in the fellowship hall.
“It will be a cool music venue,” DiMaio said.
DiMaio has traveled to more than 30 countries and divides his time among Danville, Afton and Northern Virginia.
He is in Danville every other week.
“My friends and social scene is here,” DiMaio said. “It’s a cool enclave of creative, artistic people here.”
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Brevard home prices drop month over month, but is it a 'cool down'?
What goes up, must come down — even if it is sooner than expected. And there were a lot of drops in the Space Coast housing market in June.
But local Realtors and real estate agents say it's too soon to say if Brevard's market is truly cooling.
According to data from the Space Coast Association of Realtors, the median sales price for single family homes on the Space Coast saw a slight year-over-year drop in June from $367,525 in 2022 to $365,000 this year. More importantly though, June's price was a more than $6,000 drop from May's median price of $371,450.
The median sales prices is the point in the market at which half the homes sold for more and half the homes sold for less.
May's housing numbers:Home prices walk, but not sprint, toward summer peak in May
According to Donna Knowles-Lynne with the Knowles-Lynne team of Atlas Realty Florida, the Federal Reserves' interest rate hikes are taking hold of Brevard's market.
"Today’s interest rates have played a major part in current market conditions in more ways than one," she said. "When interests rates are in the 6.5-7% range, it locks a lot of buyers out of the market. Interest rates affect a buyer’s monthly payment and affordability. This also slows the market considerably. While median prices have seen a small decrease year over year, prices are still historically higher than pre-pandemic prices and buyers need to qualify for a higher monthly payment."
But others in the industry point to new home builders causing the dip and heating up the fight to grab buyers.
Steve Stark, a Realtor with Engel & Völkers Melbourne, laid out a scenario similar to buying a new car as opposed to a used car. Dealers are able to provide you with more incentives, better rates and better financing options when you buy new as opposed to buying a used car. The Brevard housing market seems to be in a similar situation.
"What we are seeing is that local builders have become a lot more competitive with their prices," Stark said. "Even beyond prices, builders with their own financing departments have been able to offer very competitive rates as well, sometimes buying down rates and/or contributing toward buyers' closing costs. So, not only have their prices come down, but a lot of buyers are seeing they can get into a brand new home more favorably than if they bought a resale at a similar price. In turn, this puts pressure on sellers of resale homes to also become more competitive."
And not everything is dropping.
The median price for townhomes and condos was up year over year at $301,950 compared to a year ago, which was $285,000. And month over month saw a nearly $7,000 price increase from May's price of $295,000.
Stark was quick to say that it's too early to tell if Brevard's overall market is getting colder.
"It depends on how you look at it," he said. "I look at the fact that the activity on the sellers' side and the buyers' side is still maintaining the same proportion. Inventory is still low. It has remained pretty steadily around this level of 2,500 residential units available, which is still a seller's market here. Prior to the pandemic, inventory was more like 4,000 to 5,000 residential units, and that was already a seller's market. So while there is more competition for buyers, and the full-throttle price appreciation has relaxed, I wouldn't characterize the market as cooling at this point."
Knowles-Lynne agreed.
"Yes, there has been a cooling down of the market," she said. "Higher interest rates with higher prices brings higher monthly mortgage payments, which inevitably causes a slowdown of the market. We are seeing a leveling in prices since the peak of the market in June of 2022. However, prices have not dropped significantly. Home values in the Brevard County area would still be considered strong."
New listings drop
June saw a significant drop in new single-family home listings year over year down 23.7 percent. The Space Coast saw a similar trend in May where the year-over-year drop was more than 14 percent. Similarly, new townhouse and condo listings fell 15.5 percent in June compared with 2022, but that is in contrast to the gain seen here in May with a 3 percent year over year increase.
But if new listings are dropping, does that mean more people are deciding to stay in Brevard?
Eva Knowles, also with the Knowles-Lynne team of Atlas Realty Florida, pointed at rising interest rates in this area of the monthly statistics as well.
"When a homeowner has an interest rate around 3% that they got by purchasing or refinancing their home, it doesn’t make sense for most people to sell their home and repurchase at 6.5 or 7%," she said. "So you have homeowners that may wish to move or upsize but the doubled interest rates would cause a significant increase in their monthly payment that they can’t afford or aren’t willing to take on. It just doesn’t make sense for most homeowners."
Stark agreed but said that you can't look at the drop in new listings in a vacuum because if there was a true shift in the market, other areas would be effected.
"It does appear from these numbers that more people are staying put," Stark said. "And these are interesting numbers, but if they were indications of a shift I would expect the inventory to rise too. Since the inventory is maintaining its level so far, I would interpret it as being a balance between the number of new listings and the buyers coming in. And that is a good place to be."
Stark says that industry experts use as stat called "absorption rate" which compares the rate of home sales with the current inventory. During the past three months, Brevard's average absorption rate has been 1.98. That means that if no new inventory came on the market, everything would be sold within 1.98 months.
"That's still a strong sellers' market," Stark said. "A truly balanced market is considered to range between an absorption rate of 3 to 6 months of inventory. Over 6 months is a buyers' market."
According to Stark, Brevard's single family homes are still in the sellers' market range. June's absorption rate or month supply was 2.2 - a 46.7 percent increase over June 2022's 1.5 month supply. Townhomes and condos saw a 113.3% surge year over year, jumping to a 3.2 month supply.
Stark says that the drop in new listings is simply a drop in supply and that the 2.2 absorption rate means that buyers are still "pretty well gobbling up" Brevard's housing inventory.
"Simply put," he said, "there's still more demand than supply."
Knowles agreed.
"On the one hand, it means that there is less activity and less supply (driven by those higher interest rates)" she said. "On the other hand, when supply is low, prices remain steady. In general, if sellers were flooding the market to sell, prices would drop. But we’re not really seeing that here. So while there are less real estate transactions than last year and interest rates are high, home values are remaining fairly steady."
Closed sales are down
Closed sales on single family homes continued to fall in June. There were 1,018 closed sales last month compared with the 1,103 closed during the same time a year ago, equating to a 7.7 percent drop. It also represents a month-over-month drop after May saw 1,060 closings. Townhomes and condos saw a 12.1 percent drop, closing only 248 units compared with June 2022's 282 units. And that drop is also similar in month-over-month closings where May saw 271 units closed.
Other statistics
- Cash sales: Cash sales on single family home listings were down 13.2% year over year. Townhome and condo saw an 11.3% drop in June compared with a year earlier.
- Pending sales: New pending sales on the Space Coast dropped 6.6 percent year over year in June for single family homes. Townhomes and condos saw a year-over-year jump of 2.8 percent.
- Traditional sales: Single family and townhomes/condos both saw drops in traditional sales with 7.8% and 11.7% respectively.
- Foreclosure/REO Sales: Single Family homes saw a 50% increase year over year. While that may seem like a lot, it isn't. There were only six foreclosure sales total last month. There were no foreclosures sales on townhomes or condos.
- Short Sale closings: Neither sector saw short sale closings in June.
Rob Landers is a veteran multimedia journalist for the USA Today Network of Florida. Contact Landers at 321-242-3627 or rlanders@gannett.com. Instagram: @ByRobLanders Youtube: @florida_today
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Lubbock entertainment news in brief
High Noon Concert Series continues
Lubbock County presents its annual High Noon Summer Concert series 2023 every Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m. at the courthouse gazebo and lawn.
This free event includes $50 cash drawings. It is free to enter, but you must be present to win. Only one ticket is allowed per person.
Performance schedule includes:
July 26: Mariachi Mi Tierra
Aug. 2: D.G. Flewellyn
Aug. 9: Jenni Dale Lord
In addition, there will be various food trucks available including Chilly Lily's, J&D Bar-B-Que and Catering, Mi Cocina, and Grub Gauntlet.
For more information, email commissionerscourt@lubbockcounty.gov or call (806) 775-1335.
Buddy Holly Center hosting Summer Showcase
The Buddy Holly Center, 1801 Crickets Ave., is hosting its Summer Showcase at 5:30 p.m. every Thursday through Aug. 17.
In addition to viewing the concerts, guests are encouraged to visit Buddy Holly exhibitions and the Fine Arts Gallery during Summer Showcase hours with free admission.
This week's entertainment will feature Jeremy Coture and his band.
Upcoming performances include:
July 27: Mark Wallney
Aug. 3: Marco's Crew
Aug. 10: Mouse Shadow
Aug. 17: Phlip Coggins
For more information, visit https://ci.lubbock.tx.us/departments/buddy-holly-center/summer-showcase-2023
Moore to perform at Cactus
Ian Moore, songwriter-singer-guitar slinger, will be live at 7 p.m. Sunday, July 23, at the Cactus Theater.
Moore would rather talk about the colors and sounds of the records, the connection with fans and of spirit. He plays shows like they are the last thing he will ever do, and though he is known for his skills as a singer, guitarist and songwriter - the ferocity and spirit are his stock-in-trade.
All reserved floor and standard balcony seats for this show are $25 and balcony box seats are $50, which includes concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Bryan brings Country on Tour 2023 to USA
Country music superstar Luke Bryan will be taking the stage on July 27 at the United Supermarkets Arena as he brings Country on Tour 2023 to the Hub City.
Special guests will be Tyler Braden, Ashley Cooke and Jackson Dean.
Bryan has been named Entertainer of the Year five times, awarded by the Academy of Country Music and the Country Music Association. In 2019, his 2013 album "Crash My Party" received the first Album of the Decade award from the ACM. Worldwide, he has sold more than 75 million records.
Some of Bryan's biggest hits include "Do I" "Rain is a Good Thing" "Someone Else Calling You Baby" "Country Girl (Shake it for Me)" and "Drunk On You", among many others. He has had nearly 30 No. 1 hits.
Tickets for this concert range start at $35 and up depending on seating and VIP package features.For more information or to purchase tickets, visit selectaseatlubbock.com
LCT presents 'Shrek Jr.'
Lubbock Community Theatre will stage "Shrek Jr." at 7:30 p.m. on July 28, 29 and 30, at the theater, 3101 35th St.
Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions.
When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad, he's handed a task — if he rescues feisty princess Fiona, his swamp will be righted. Shrek tries to win Fiona’s love and vanquish Lord Farquaad, but a fairytale wouldn't be complete without a few twists and turns along the way.
Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for children 12 and younger, seniors and students with an ID (plus taxes and fees).
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://www.lubbockcommunitytheatre.org/
Pure Prairie League to perform at Cactus
Pure Prairie League brings its legendary soft rock sound to the Cactus Theater at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, July 28.
From their beginnings in the mid-’60s in southern Ohio - as a group of friends playing cover tunes - to the present-day unit featuring founding member/innovative pedal steel guitarist John David Call, propulsive drummer/vocalist Scott Thompson, keyboard master/vocalist Randy Harper and featuring new members Jared Camic on bass and vocals, plus ace guitarist/vocalist Jeff Zona, the band continues to embellish the rich history of one of Country-Rock’s pioneering forces for more than 50 years.
Tickets are $42.50 for the first four floor rows (A-D); $37.50 for remaining floor rows (E-M); $32.50 for standard balcony; and $75 for balcony box seats, which include concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
LCT presents 'Winnie the Pooh Kids'
Lubbock Community Theatre will stage "Winnie the Pooh Kids" at 2:30 p.m. July 28, 29 and 30, at the theater, 3101 35th St.
Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals, Tigger, Piglet, Rabbit and Owl, but soon discovers that Christopher Robin has been captured by the mysterious Backson! As they prepare for a rescue operation, the animals learn about teamwork, friendship and, of course… sharing snacks.
Tickets for this production are $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and younger, seniors and students with valid ID (plus taxes and fees).
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://www.lubbockcommunitytheatre.org/
Parks brings country sound to Cactus
Kyle Park brings his full band to the Cactus Theater at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 29.
Park's latest project, his sixth studio album “Don’t Forget Where You Come From” is inspired by the style of music he grew up listening to. This new album is a return to his signature neo-traditional country sound brimming with honkytonk-fueled fiddle, pedal steel and searing guitar riffs punctuated by his most honest and contemplative lyrics to date.
Reserved tickets include: all floor and standard balcony seats, $20 in advance and $25 day of the show; and balcony box seats $40 in advance and $50 day of show. Balcony box seats include concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Queen tribute coming to Cactus
One Night of Queen will be in the Hub City for one performance at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1, at the Cactus Theater.
Gary Mullen & The Works (featuring Mullen on vocals, David Brockett on guitar, Billy Moffat on bass, Malcolm Gentles on keyboards and Jon Halliwell on drums) will have you dancing in the aisles during their two-hour show, while the band pays tribute to the stage theatrics, showmanship and music of Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame inductees, Queen.
For more than two decades, Gary Mullen & The Works have performed to sold-out audiences around the world, playing more than 2,500 live shows to audiences in over 20 countries around the globe.
Reserved seat tickets for this show include $49 for floor rows A-F; $45 for remaining floor rows G-M and ADA; $39 for standard balcony; and $90 for balcony box seats, which include concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Moonlight Musicals presents 'Oklahoma!'
Moonlight Musicals presents "Oklahoma!" Aug. 3-5, 10-12, and 17-19, at the Moonlight Musicals Amphitheater, 413 E. Broadway. Performances begin at 8 p.m.
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s first collaboration remains, in many ways, their most innovative, setting the standards and rules of modern musical theatre.
In a Western territory just after the turn of the 20th century, a high-spirited rivalry between local farmers and cowboys provides a colorful background for Curly, a charming cowboy, and Laurey, a feisty farm girl, to play out their love story.
Their romantic journey, as bumpy as a surrey ride down a country road, contrasts with the comic exploits of brazen Ado Annie and hapless Will Parker in a musical adventure embracing hope, determination and the promise of a new land.
General admission tickets are $21 and available online at selectaseatlubbock.com or https://moonlightmusicals.com/
Van Halen tribute to perform at Cactus
Fan Halen, one of the world's most authentic tributes to Van Halen, is set to rock the Cactus Theater at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4.
Fan Halen sets the stage for a night with Dave, Eddie, Alex and Michael with a true-to-life tribute to not only the band but the spirit of an era.
Based in Southern California, Fan Halen has been together more than 10 years playing to enthusiastic crowds all over the US as well as the globe including Europe, Japan, South and Central America, Canada and Mexico.
Reserved seat tickets include $27.50 for floor rows A-F; $25 for remaining floor rows G-M; $22.50 for standard balcony; and $50 for balcony box seats, which include concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Ranching Heritage Center to host inaugural Ranch Verse
Join cowboy songster Andy Hedges and special guests, Boots O’Neal, Randy Rieman, Dave Stamey, Red Steagall, and Andy Wilkinson, for a day of Western storytelling, song and poetry at the inaugural Ranch Verse on Saturday, Aug. 5.
"Ranch Verse will feature a variety of programming that will include working cowboy stories, cowboy poetry, western music, and discussions of ranch culture,” host Andy Hedges shared.
Daytime events will be free to the public and take place from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the National Ranching Heritage Center (NRHC) in Lubbock. A special welcome performance of cowboy poetry, range ballads, and storytelling by Red Steagall, Andy Wilkinson, Randy Rieman, and Dave Stamey will kick off the day from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
From 1 to 2 p.m., visitors will have the opportunity to hear a live, onstage interview with Four Sixes Ranch cowboy and Ranching Heritage Association Working Cowboy Award recipient Boots O’Neal for broadcast on the Cowboy Crossroads podcast with Andy Hedges.
Randy Reiman will take the stage from 2:15 to 3:15 p.m. to present the illustrated letters of cowboy artist Charles M. Russell through slides, commentary, and the spoken word.
Daytime events will conclude with a discussion from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. featuring Red Steagall, Andy Hedges and Dave Stamey on the poetry, music, and art emerging out of Western culture.
To learn more about Ranch Verse, visit bit.ly/ranchverse. For questions, contact (806) 742-0498.
Annual Hub City Beach Party set for Aug. 5
The 18th annual Hub City Beach Party is set for 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5, at the Depot Padio.
The event is a fundraiser for FosterALife, which provides services and opportunities to foster children as well as any abused or neglected child who has been involved with Texas DFPS in Lubbock County and the 17 surrounding counties.
Beach Party includes festive, beach related activities such as live music, a hula hoop competition, a treasure hunt (The Lost Shaker of Salt), a live auction and more. Food and souvenirs will be available for purchase.
By popular demand, the Florida band named "The Landsharks" is returning. This band is identified as a Jimmy Buffett tribute band, but they have a varied play list. They play with Jimmy Buffett as well as open for some of his shows. The Landsharks have also opened for acts such as Patti LaBelle, Three Dog Night, War and The Beach Boys. Jimmy Buffett was quoted as saying,
General admission tickets are $20 and may be purchased by calling the Select-a-Seat Box Office at (806) 770-2000 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Tickets may also be purchased online at selectaseatlubbock.com
Cactus hosts Ranch Verse concert
The National Ranching Heritage Center, in association with Cactus Theater, present an evening concert to cap an exciting day of activities celebrating western culture.
The concert features Red Steagall, Dave Stamey and Andy Hedges. The trio is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5, at the Cactus Theater.
Steagall has held celebrity status since the 1970s as a Western entertainer who emphasizes ranch life, Western heritage and cowboy values. He has spent a lifetime telling the story of ranching through his music, poetry and syndicated radio and television shows.
Hedges is a songster, reciter, storyteller, guitarist, and collector of cowboy songs and poems.
In the past two decades, Stamey has recorded eleven albums of original music, travelled literally hundreds of thousands of miles and performed thousands of shows doing just that.
Reserved seat tickets for this show include $35 for the first six floor rows, A-F; $30 for remaining floor rows G-M; $25 for standard balcony; and $50 for balcony box seats, which include concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Latin Breed to perform at Buddy Holly Hall
Latin Breed brings a Tejano Night to Remember to the Helen Devitt Jones Theater of Buddy Holly at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 11.
Considered by fans and critics alike to be one of the most important and influential bands in the history of Tejano music, the Latin Breed is one of the most distinctive Tejano bands to survive the Chicano/Tejano renaissance.
Born on the south side of San Antonio, the group was formed in 1969.
“A Tejano Night to Remember” features Bobby G. and the Galaxy Band with special guest Arturo Sedeno.
Presented by Tony Jaramillo and the Garcia Familia Reunion, this is a bi-lingual performance.
Tickets for this performance range from $35 to $100 (plus taxes and fees), depending on seating. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.buddyhollyhall.com/
Bannister to perform at Cactus
Will Bannister brings his full band to the Cactus Theater at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 11.
From New Mexico, but raised about 20 miles from the Texas line, Bannister grew up with the sounds of Merle Haggard, Hank Williams, George Strait and Brooks and Dunn.
Bannister has performed all over the country, in addition to multiple tours in the UK and Europe. His latest album, “Everything Burns”, consists of 11 songs, 10 of which were either written or co-written by Bannister.
Tickets for this concert are $20 for all floor and standard balcony; and $40 for balcony box seats, which include concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Caldwell pays tribute to Journey, Fleetwood Mac, Chicago
Caldwell Entertainment presents a tribute to Journey, Fleetwood Mac and Chicago at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12, at the Cactus Theater.
Caldwell Collective singers Jason Fellers, Brandon Gwinn, Jeff McCrieght, Sheena Fadeyi and Kassidy King will be joined by musicians Ross Raedeke, Devin Collins, Jay Saldana and West Texas legend John Sprott.
It’s not Chicago unless there are horns. Featured will be Grady Alberts and Brian Felty in the brass section to bring the house down.
Reserved seat tickets are $25 for all floor and standard balcony; and $50 for balcony box seats, which include concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
'Liberty Valance' on stage at Buddy Holly Hall
"The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance" is set for 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 15 and 16, in the Crickets Theater of Buddy Holly Hall.
Produced and performed by an independent cast of Lubbockites, the production was written by Jethro Compton and based on the short story by Dorothy M. Johnson.
Journey into the Wild West, 1890 in this classic story of good versus evil, law versus the gun, one man versus Liberty Valance. A stage play telling of love, hope and revenge set against the vicious backdrop of a lawless society.
This production is for mature audiences as it contains strong language, simulated gunshots, alcohol and tobacco consumption and racially motivated violence.
Reserved seat tickets for this production are $20 for adults and $15 for students and seniors (plus taxes and fees).For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://www.buddyhollyhall.com/
Robison to perform at Buddy Holly Hall
Buddy Holly Hall hosts Charlie Robison in concert at 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17, in the Helen Devitt Jones Theater.
It was a natural fit for the Bandera native to take the stage as the 44th artist to record for the Live at Billy Bob’s Texas music series. Recorded in August of 2012, Robison delighted his fans at the world’s largest honky tonk with their favorites, including “El Cerrito Place,” “My Hometown,” “Barlight,” southern rock anthem, “They Call Me the Breeze” and even a special rendition of Elton John’s “Rocket Man.”
Throughout his career and eight albums later, Charlie Robison has forged his own path within the country music world as well as the Lone Star music scene.
Reserved seat tickets for this show range form $35 to $69 (plus taxes and fees), depending on seating.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://www.buddyhollyhall.com/
Del Castillo returns to Cactus
Del Castillo returns to the Cactus Theater at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19.
The cross-cultural power unites music lovers of all ages, creeds and colors.
Their original music blends rock, Latin, blues and world music into a cinematic celebration of sound that lifts your soul.
The group has been honored with multiple Austin Music Awards and the Austin Latin Music Association.
Reserved seat tickets include $27.50 for first four floor rows A-D; $25 for remaining floor seats; $22.50 for standard balcony; and $50 for balcony box seats, which includes concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Rocker Cooper coming to Buddy Holly Hall
Classic rocker Alice Cooper brings his Too Close for Comfort tour to the Helen Devitt Jones Theater of Buddy Holly Hall at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 20.
Cooper brings his own brand of rock psychodrama to fans both old and new, enjoying it as much as his audiences. Cooper pioneered a grandly theatrical brand of hard rock that was designed to shock.
Drawing equally from horror movies, vaudeville and garage rock, the group created a stage show that featured electric chairs, guillotines, fake blood and boa constrictors. Cooper was discovered in 1969 by Frank Zappa in Los Angeles, where he signed them to his record label.
Some of Cooper's hits include "Schools Out", "No More Mr. Nice Guy" and "Poison".
Reserved seat tickets range from $46.50 to $99.50 (plus taxes and fees) depending on seating.
There are also several VIP package options available that include front-row seating, autographed memorabilia and more.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://www.buddyhollyhall.com/
Bruno Mars tribute to perform at Cactus
24 Magic, a touring tribute to Bruno Mars, will rock the Cactus Theater at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug 25.
Their high-energy show will have you singing and dancing to all the hits you know and love, like “Uptown Funk”, “Locked Out of Heaven” - and, of course - “24K Magic.”
Tickets for this show are $27.50 for the first four floor rows, A-D; $25 for remaining floor rows; $22.50 for standard balcony; and $50 for balcony box seats, which includes concessions.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
Jelly Roll coming to USA
Jelly Roll has announced a 44-date headlining tour and will be taking the stage at the United Supermarkets Arena at 7 p.m. on Aug. 29, with his Backroad Baptism Tour 2023.
Jason Bradley DeFord, known professionally as Jelly Roll, is an American singer, rapper, and songwriter known for his collaborations with Lil Wyte, Struggle Jennings, and Tech N9ne In 2023, he won three CMT Music Awards for the song "Son of a Sinner".
Before his transition into country music with 2023's Whitsitt Chapel album, Jelly Roll launched his career in hip hop.
Tickets for this show range from $21 to $650 (plus taxes and fees), depending on seating and VIP package features.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit selectaseatlubbock.com
LSO pays tribute to Queen of Soul
The Lubbock Symphony Orchestra opens its 2023-24 season with a tribute to the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin.The performance is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, in the Helen Devitt Jones Theater of Buddy Holly Hall.
From “Respect” to “Chain of Fools” and “Amazing Grace,” the powerhouse vocals of Capathia Jenkins and Ryan Shaw will lead us to reminisce over Aretha Franklin’s greatest hits. This high-energy performance will have you dancing in your seat and singing along.
Vocalists will be Capathia Jenkins and Ryan Shaw.
Tickets for this show range from $22.50 to $67.50 (plus taxes and fees), depending on seating. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.buddyhollyhall.com
Tesh brings Big Band Live to Cactus
John Tesh brings his Big Band Live tour to the Cactus Theater at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9.
Over the course of 50 recordings and numerous popular PBS specials spread over a quarter-century, Tesh has never failed to inspire masses of fans with his always-evolving musical muses.
Launching with his Emmy-winning, synth-driven sports music, he conquered the emerging smooth jazz genre in the ’90s with his saxophone series and later became a force in the CCM/Worship world with best-selling recordings that found inventive musical ways to share his deep faith.
Reserved seat tickets are $59 for floor rows A-F; $49 for remaining floor rows G-M; $39 for standard balcony; and $98 for balcony box seats, which include concessions.
There are also 50 meet-and-greet option tickets available for an additional $50 charge to the ticket price. The VIP patrons will meet in the lobby at 6:15 p.m. for the pre-show meet and greet with Tesh.
Note: This is the same date as the Texas Tech vs. Oregon football game.
For more information or to purchase tickets, visit cactustheater.com
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In Part 1, we responded to the questions regarding the Supreme Court ruling and the potential impact of a key provision — pre-existing protection. Good news: The Affordable Care Act/Obamacare is still in place with all the pre-existing protections!
Part 2 includes an expanded refresher plus addressing the potential COVID-19 impacts.
In Part 1 of this two-part series, we outlined the definition of a pre-existing condition.
Definition: Most insurance companies use one of two definitions: “Objective standard” definition, a pre-existing condition is any condition for which the patient has already received medical advice or treatment prior to enrollment in a new medical insurance plan (Think job change). Under the broader “prudent person’ definition, a pre-existing condition is anything for which symptoms were present and a prudent person would have sought treatment.
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Before ACA/Obamacare: Which definition may be used was sometimes regulated by state law. Ten states did not specify either definition, 21 required the ‘prudent person’ standard and 18 required the ‘objective standard.’ Every state, every insurance plan could make its own determination. Prior to the ACA, there were no insurance industry-wide pre-existing protections.
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (also known as Obamacare) was enacted March 23, 2010. It included a delayed rollout period that allowed for grandfathering in of some exclusions. However, effective Jan 1, 2014, full enactment included for individual and group health insurance plans the prohibiting of pre-existing condition exclusions in all health insurance plans. Prohibited all exclusions, waiting periods, and conditions — no exceptions.
What are some examples of pre-existing conditions?
The 10 most common diagnoses are diabetes, acne, anxiety, asthma, sleep apnea, depression, pregnancy (when changing health insurance), cancer, heart conditions and COPD. Other common conditions are extreme obesity, lupus, celiac/autoimmune disorder/gluten sensitivity, high blood pressure and any medical injury or illness that you had before you started a new health plan.
With over 134 million Americans with pre-existing conditions, the ACA/Obamacare’s protections are significant.
COVID-19 has identified a new group of pre-existing conditions. With the ever-growing number of COVID-19-infected patients, the impact of their long-term health effects is still being determined. New numbers also include over five million children infected with COVID since the onset of the pandemic. What will be their long-term health impact? Pre-existing protection for this new group is a new dynamic in the pre-existing protection category.
The term “Long Haulers” speaks directly to people who have had COVID and have new, long-term or short-term health impacts following the initial diagnosis. These people will have new healthcare bills and a new list of “potential pre-existing conditions.”
Without the protection of the ACA/Obamacare, an insurance plan or employer-sponsored plan could exclude these new costs. This pre-existing protection continues.
Day Egusquiza is the president and founder of the Patient Financial Navigator Foundation Inc. — an Idaho-based family foundation. For more information, call 208-423-9036 or go to pfnfinc.com. Do you have a topic for Health Care Buzz? Please share at daylee1@mindspring.com.
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Music, Mattel, 12 restaurants: What to know about VAI, soon to be Arizona's biggest resort
It’s impossible to ignore the huge construction site when driving on Loop 101 near State Farm Stadium in Glendale, where construction crews are building what will be the largest resort in Arizona.
The resort, called VAI, is designed to host live music events and other performances. It has a wide variety of attractions planned, including a Mattel theme park, a sand beach, a party island, a tethered hot air balloon and a “sky bar.” The whole project is projected to cost about $1 billion to build.
How many rooms will VAI have?
The resort will have about 1,100 rooms across four towers, each with a different focus. The main building, the Muse Tower, offers rooms with balconies that overlook the performance stage, where visitors and their guests can watch a performance from their rooms. The other towers, called Rhythm, Cadence and VAI Villas, offer rooms catered to different demographics, including families or those looking for a more luxury experience. The VAI Villas tower has a 5,300-square-foot penthouse and infinity edge rooftop pools planned.
Who is developing the resort?
The development team is led by Grant Fisher, 27, whose family has owned Fisher Sand and Gravel in the Valley for decades. Fisher Sand and Gravel recently submitted an application to Phoenix to build a new headquarters in the southwest part of the city, which will serve as an office space for the sand and gravel operation as well as VAI.
What kind of restaurants will VAI Resort have?
The resort will have 12 different restaurants offering a variety of styles, including Mediterranean, Italian, Asian, and a signature steakhouse in the Muse tower. Fisher described the style of the steakhouse as having a “feminine flair,” during a tour with reporters at the property in May.
At the time, Fisher said VAI is working on deals with celebrity chefs but has not yet announced any formal partnerships. The resort will also have 10 bar and lounge locations throughout the property.
What will be at the Mattel Adventure Park?
The Mattel Adventure Park will feature a three-story Barbie Beach House, and rides and games based on Hot Wheels, Thomas the Tank Engine, Barbie, Masters of the Universe and Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots.
What kind of performances will VAI host?
The centerpiece of the development is a $40 million music stage with an amphitheater and various suites and hotel rooms overlooking. The resort is expected to host concerts with more than 8,000 attendees. The stage is being designed to be “plug-and-play” for artists, so visiting acts can show up and have a fully equipped sound and lighting system, without having to bring their own equipment. In May, Fisher said the resort expects to host about 100 shows per year, or about two a week.
What will it cost to stay at VAI?
In May, Fisher said prices will vary depending on performances, seasons and other factors, but said rates can range from $500 to $900 per night depending on room size and other factors.
How much water will the development use?
The development is expected to use about 5 million gallons of water, including for the pools and the “swimming oasis,” Fisher said.
What is a party island?
The VAI swimming oasis will feature a “party island,” called Konos, named after the island of Mykonos in Greece. The island will have cabanas and daybeds, with VIP bottle service and a sky bar that is 130 feet in the air.
What kinds of stores will be at VAI?
No brands have been announced yet, but Fisher said many of the stores will be new to the Phoenix market and will have exclusive offerings at VAI.
When does VAI open?
Fisher said the resort was expected to open in mid to late 2024, later than planned, when asked about the opening in May. The opening will be phased, but Fisher said resort guests will not notice construction, which will be done internally to the closed buildings.
Reach the reporter at cvanek@arizonarepublic.com. Follow her on Twitter @CorinaVanek.
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Tucson looks at easing regulations on tiny homes in city limits
Tucson officials began discussions on how to remove zoning barriers for nonprofits and others seeking to build tiny homes in city limits.
“I’m especially interested in just making it as quick and easy for these nonprofits and getting out of the way regulations that are inappropriate,” said Councilmember Kevin Dahl at a July 18 City Council study session.
Inappropriate regulations could include parking requirements for tiny home units, Dahl said.
Dahl, along with Councilmember Lane Santa Cruz and Mayor Regina Romero, brought the issue to the council for discussion.
Tiny homes are small dwellings that are generally 400 square feet or less of floor area. According to Councilmember Paul Cunningham, they include bathrooms and kitchenettes.
Councilmember Steve Kozachik and Dahl highlighted a tiny homes manufacturer in Tucson that ships its products to Utah because the process is “more expedited” than in Arizona, Kozachik said.
Kozachik also brought up the issue of cost.
“We are making these things unaffordable through our own internal processes," Kozachik said. "Are we going to charge the same impact fees for a tiny home village as an apartment complex?”
Impact fees are one-time payments for new developments or a change in use of existing developments to pay for expanded public services.
Santa Cruz, who is an ardent supporter of tiny homes and different types of housing, said tiny homes could help Tucson's affordable housing shortage. The city not only has limited Section 8 housing vouchers but also has a lack of homes to offer the community.
She highlighted that tiny homes are not only for low-income residents but for people in all income brackets. Increasing the opportunity for tiny homes in Tucson would help the city adapt to different types of housing needs and choices, such as communal housing, Santa Cruz said.
“How can you live in a community with shared resources with other people?” Santa Cruz said. “That looks like housing cooperatives that are inclusive of tiny homes.”
She noted how some people choose to live in tiny homes as a lifestyle choice, such as communal and co-housing situations, and people who want to use fewer resources in their daily lives.
The mayor also said she has been a champion of tiny homes as part of Tucson’s housing affordability strategy.
She directed the city manager to consider changes to building codes and zoning requirements that will make it easier to include tiny homes in the “continuum of housing options for all Tucsonans.”
Discussions about tiny homes will continue at the next study session on Aug. 8.
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ORLANDO, Fla. — If you love off-roading adventures or are a modified truck fan, this weekend event is just for you.
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The I-Drive Throwdown will take over the Dezerland Action Park Orlando on Saturday and Sunday.
The truck show on International Drive will feature auto influencers from around the country.
Guests can see the power of trucks, side-by-sides and ATVs at the park, which is also home to the Orlando Auto Museum.
Read: 9 things to do this weekend: ‘Barbie,’ ‘Oppenheimer’ have arrived
Visitors can also enjoy other attractions, food and entertainment at Central Florida’s car show headquarters.
Vendors will include accessory companies and build management groups. There will also be awards and prizes at the show.
Dezerland said it expects to hold more car shows in the future as more people become interested in automotive tourism.
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EASTLAND COUNTY, Texas — An Eastland County Sheriff's Office deputy was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance Friday night.
According to Eastland County News, at approximately 9 p.m. Friday, deputies responded to a domestic fight in progress at a home on Hwy. 183, between Cisco and Rising Star.
Deputy David Bosecker was the first on scene and was immediately shot at by the suspect. Bosecker was hit and fatally wounded.
Other deputies were able to arrest the suspect before anyone else was injured. The suspect, Cody Douglas Pritchard, was taken to Stephens County Jail and charged with capital murder of a peace officer.
The Texas Rangers are leading the investigation.
Bosecker served in law enforcement for more than 21 years and was a master peace officer. He began his law enforcement career in Wise County as a deputy then transitioning to the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission. He was also a Texas Parks and Wildlife Department game warden and a Comanche Police Department office.
He was an Eastland County deputy, as of 2021, and also worked part-time for the Cisco Police Department as a marine enforcement officer.
Multiple law enforcement agencies and organizations shared condolences on social media Saturday.
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WHITEHALL, Pa. — The brand-new, $6 million Whitehall swimming pool is set to open for the season on Saturday, July 22.
Originally, construction was set to finish at the beginning of April so the pool could open over Memorial Day weekend.
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Whitehall residents who previously purchased a pool pass will automatically have it reactivated with no additional action required.
The pool will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Click here for the pool’s hours for the duration of the season.
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GREENVILLE, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police are looking for a teenager who ran away from her home in Greenville with an unknown age male.
According to state police, the teen’s parents said she left their house and was last seen on July 15.
The teenager was seen leaving in a white 2005 Dodge driven by Joseph Hershberger, from Coalport, with the Pennsylvania license plate MFXI-509, according to state police.
The teenager is 17 years old with dark brown hair and brown eyes. She’s 5 feet, 7 inches tall and weighs 125 pounds.
Anyone with information on the teenager and Hershberger’s whereabouts is asked to contact state police in Mercer.
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SUPERIOR — On a lazy Thursday morning, a lone coyote watched the world go by from the grassy area off Marina Drive between East Second Street and Barker’s Island.
After lounging in the grass for a while, the coyote stretched, yawned and slowly wandered over toward the road construction on South Marina Drive.
According to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, coyotes primarily eat small rodents and rabbits. They may attack and kill small pets, but attacks on humans are very rare.
Coyotes may be hunted year-round in Wisconsin with a license, but the trapping season is restricted. Trapping and hunting of coyotes on private property , however, is legal year-round in Wisconsin without a license.
People often confuse coyotes and wolves. Coyotes have a pointed snout and large, pointed ears, are typically 25-45 pounds and 3.5-4.5 feet long from nose to tail. Their fur can be gray, red, blond, black or tawny. Wolves have rounded ears, a "blocky" snout and are normally 50-100 pounds and 5-6 feet long. Their coats are usually buff-colored, with areas of gray and black.
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FORT MYERS, Fla. — A trailer home in Fort Myers was engulfed in flames early morning Saturday, July 22.
Emergency services from Iona McGregor and Fort Myers Beach Fire District quickly responded to the fire at Pine Ridge Palms.
Fortunately, no one was present in the trailer when it caught fire.
Officals say the fire was extinguished promptly by the responding crews.
Currently, the cause of the fire remains unknown.
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Two Rivers' Snowfest July 28-30 brings headliners Blessid Union of Souls, and more news in weekly dose
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MANITOWOC - Multi-platinum recording artists Blessid Union of Souls will headline the music lineup July 29 as part of Snowfest 2023, which runs July 28-30 at Neshotah Park, 2111 Pierce St., Two Rivers.
Since the 1995 launch of its album “Home,” the band has had eight Top 40 hits as well as performing in all 50 states and internationally as well. Songs such as “I Believe,” “Hey Leonardo” and “Brother, My Brother” are just some of the band’s hits.
The music and fun kick off at Snowfest July 28 with Bacchus Lotus, The High Rollers and headliners Bad Habitz closing out the day. Kids’ games, a demonstration from Lincoln Park Zoo, food trucks and fun fill out the day.
July 29 starts with the 11 a.m. parade in Two Rivers featuring 39 different units and, of course, snow! The fun in the park starts with kids’ performances by Strategic as well as the Lakeshore Tae Kwon Do team. A giveaway for kids is planned for 1:30 p.m. that day with a touch-a-truck event to follow. The music starts with Good Morning Bedlam, followed by Shelly Mack and the ReUnion. The Nix, including Two Rivers’ own Jon Stangel, will take the stage before handing the rest of the night over to Blessid Union of Souls.
Snowfest closes on July 30 with Daryl Rogers bringing his magical stylings to the stage before handing off to local favorites Thy Dirty Deuce with Stephen Cooper and the Nobody Famous bringing their original blues and rock and roll to the stage.
Snowfest 2023 will feature seven different food trucks with a variety of food, a vendor fair both July 29 and 30, and entertainment for kids throughout the weekend. New this year is a cornhole tournament on July 30 and mainstage kids’ performances.
Welcome to your weekly dose.Here is more news from throughout Manitowoc County.
Garden Crawl to benefit Van der Brohe Arboretum & Bird Sanctuary
A Garden Crawl to benefit Van der Brohe Arboretum & Bird Sanctuary will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Aug. 26 at 3800 N. Lincoln Ave. (State 42) in Two Rivers.
Have a glass of wine and light appetizers as you stroll the grounds of the arboretum. Refreshments will be available at each of the nine Franciscan Gardens on the grounds. Groomed gravel paths facilitate a meander to each location.
Music by Manitowoc Symphony musicians will be provided. Attendees should park and enter at the main entrance off Lincoln Avenue.
Door prizes will include two tickets to the Packers vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers game Dec. 17; one case of “Garden Crawl” wine selections; and a large river birch tree planted by Kulpa’s Tree Service.
Admission is $30 per person, cash or check only accepted at the entrance. The admission fee includes two glasses of wine (or four tastes) and appetizers. Additional drink tickets are available for purchase.
People can also get tickets in advance at either Renee’s Chocolates and Specialties, 2716 Memorial Drive, Two Rivers, or Two Rivers Main Street, 1608 Washington St., Two Rivers.
Big Brothers Big Sisters WI Shoreline earns national recognition
Fresh off hosting The Big Seafood Festival in Manitowoc, Big Brothers Big Sisters WI Shoreline is celebrating national recognition for its work.
BBBSWIS was recently recognized as a 2023 Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Quality Award winner.
Out of 225 Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies across the country, the WI Shoreline affiliate is one of 30 organizations to receive this top honor.
To be considered for the award, agencies must meet minimum requirements of children served, revenue raised and achieve a community-based program with a 12-month retention rate of 74%. BBBWIS far exceeded these metrics, reaching 79% for 12-month retention, a news release said.
The agency reported 165 children are waiting to be matched with a mentor.
“Being recognized for the Quality Award by Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is such a validating accomplishment,” said Denise Wittstock, CEO of BBBS WI Shoreline, in a news release. “The work the WI Shoreline team puts in day after day has led to our agency exceeding national standards in various programmatic goals and revenue targets. We may be a small market, but we’re achieving things only a few dozen other agencies in our federation were able to achieve.”
Wittstock was selected to serve on the Nationwide Leadership Council, the link between BBBSA and all of its agencies. She is one of 10 CEOs selected for the honor, and will represent the Midwest Region, acting as co-chairperson of the National Marketing Committee.
Upcoming events are a golf event, “Fore Kids Sake,” Aug. 8, and a tasting of exciting dishes from competing local chefs at “Chowdown” Sept. 9.
Scott Bohman Memorial Trek the Creek 5K will be Sept. 9
The Scott Bohman Memorial Trek the Creek 5K run and family walk is set for Sept. 9.
The run/walk will start at 9 a.m. at Pla-Mor Park, 314 Oakwood Drive, Francis Creek. Awards will be given to the top five finishers. Refreshments, a bucket raffle and fun for the whole family will be included.
People can register online at www.raceentry.com/races/trek-the-creek-5k/2023/register. Proceeds benefit Pink Heals of Manitowoc County, Mishicot Snack Pack Program, and the Francis Creek Lions projects, first responders and fire department.
For more details, email FrancisCreekLions@gmail.com.
Chordsmen seek Harmony Award nominees
The Clipper City Chordsmen is accepting nominations for the 2023 Harmony Award. The award will be given to a special person or group who have created harmony in Manitowoc County through service to others.
According to a news release, the award provides a chance to recognize and thank the people who have provided "a bit more harmony" in the world.
The Harmony Award will be presented to the recipient at the Chordsmen’s annual Christmas Show at 3 p.m. Dec. 9 at Endries Hall at Manitowoc Holy Family Conservatory, 6751 Calumet Ave., the former campus of Holy Family College.
Citizens are urged to nominate someone from Manitowoc County who has made a special effort to make the community and world a better place to live. A brief outline or letter identifying the nominee’s service activities should be sent to: Alan Boeldt at aboeldt323@gmail.com or 2122 Granger Road in Manitowoc, WI 54220. The nomination should be received by Nov. 4.
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YORK COUNTY, Pa. — Editor's Note: The video above is from May 2023.
County officials say the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection notified the York County Mosquito Disease Control on Saturday, of mosquito pools that have tested positive for the West Nile Virus.
The positive samples were collected from mosquito pools in York City and Spring Grove Borough.
West Nile Virus is a potentially serious illness that can be transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes. While most people infected with the virus may not show any symptoms, some individuals may develop mild to severe symptoms, including fever, headache, body aches, joint pains, vomiting, diarrhea, and rash. In rare cases, particularly among the elderly and those with weakened immune systems, the virus can lead to severe neurological complications and even death.
The county is taking precautionary measures such as monitoring mosquito activity in the area and implementing measures to control the mosquito population.
County officials urge the public to take extra precautions to protect themselves from mosquito bites and reduce potential breeding sites around their homes.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggest the following:
- Use insect repellent: Apply an EPA-registered insect repellent containing DEET, picaridin, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE), or para-menthane-diol (PMD) to exposed skin and clothing.
- Stay indoors during dusk and dawn: Mosquitoes that carry the West Nile Virus are most active during dusk and dawn. Minimize outdoor activities during these times.
- Cover up: Wear long sleeves, pants, and socks when outdoors, especially in areas where mosquitoes are prevalent.
- Eliminate standing water: Remove standing water from flowerpots, gutters, buckets, and other containers to prevent mosquitoes from breeding.
- Screen windows and doors: Ensure that window and door screens are in good repair to keep mosquitoes outside.
People are encouraged to report any dead birds, which can be potential indicators of West Nile Virus activity to the York County Mosquito Disease Control program or the DEP reporting tool https://gis.dep.pa.gov/dead_bird_geoform/.
For more information and updates on West Nile Virus prevention and control measures, people can visit the DEP’s official website at https://www.dep.pa.gov/Business/ProgramIntegration/Vector-Management/Mosquitoes/Pages/default.aspx or contact the York County Mosquito Disease Control program at (717) 840-2375.
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Arizona’s top man on NASA’s asteroid sampling mission has teamed up with actual rock ’n’ roll royalty to write the book on Bennu.
Set for release on Thursday, “Bennu 3-D: Anatomy of an Asteroid” uses images and data from the University of Arizona-led OSIRIS-REx mission to create what is being described as the world’s first complete — and three-dimensional — atlas of an asteroid.
The book was co-authored by UA professor and OSIRIS-REx principal investigator Dante Lauretta and Brian May, a Ph.D. astrophysicist also known for his other job as lead guitarist and founding member of the rock band Queen.
In Lauretta’s preface to the book, he recalls first meeting the rock star through a mutual friend in the space science world in 2016, a few months before OSIRIS-REx was launched.
“Brian and I corresponded briefly about the mission and my hometown of Tucson, Arizona, where he had spent some time enjoying the natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert and using it for self-reflection, as many do,” he writes.
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Lauretta was already quite familiar with May’s work outside of astrophysics, particularly the song “Under Pressure,” which he says helped him through some tough times as a kid.
“I was, of course, a huge fan of Brian's music,” he writes. “The fact that I was corresponding with one of my childhood heroes was beyond cool.”
They finally met in person in 2017, when May invited Lauretta and his family to join him backstage at a Queen concert in Phoenix. The two kept in regular contact after that.
“As the OSIRIS-REx mission progressed, I couldn't help but share some of the latest developments with him,” Lauretta writes. “To my delight, Brian showed a keen interest in the mission and the science behind it. It was clear that he was not just a casual fan, but a true space enthusiast and an advocate for space exploration.”
May ended up playing an important role in the asteroid sampling effort.
He and his collaborator, Claudia Manzoni, used early, publicly available data collected by the spacecraft to produce stereoscopic images that showed Bennu’s rugged and dangerous landscape in what Lauretta describes as “glorious 3-D.”
The images were so detailed and daunting that researchers began to worry that they might not find a safe place for their spacecraft to touch down among Bennu’s jumble of boulders.
Lauretta soon offered May and Manzoni formal positions on the OSIRIS-REx science team, with full access to all the mission’s data.
There was nothing casual or honorary about the invitation. “OSIRIS-REx is serious business,” Lauretta writes, “and I was not interested in tourists joining the team simply because they were celebrities.”
May and Manzoni would go on to produce countless stereo images of Bennu’s terrain that helped the team identify small craters filled with fine-grain material for the spacecraft to safely sample, which it famously did on Oct. 20, 2020.
The new book highlights 80 of those 3D images, including some that are being published for the first time. It comes with a pair of May-designed Lite Owl stereoscopic viewers to see the pictures as they were intended to be seen.
The $50 book also features 120 illustrations and 50 maps of the asteroid.
“Bennu 3-D” is co-published by The University of Arizona Press and May’s London Stereoscopic Company. Fellow co-authors include Manzoni, imaging engineer Carina Bennett, planetary geologist Ken Coles and science editor Cat Wolner.
May studied physics and mathematics in his 20s at Imperial College London, but his doctoral work was interrupted in 1974 by the growing success of the band he started with singer Freddie Mercury and drummer Roger Taylor four years earlier.
After a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame career, he returned to Imperial College in 2006 to finish his Ph.D. thesis on bands of interplanetary dust known as the zodiacal cloud.
The newly minted doctor of astrophysics would go on to help found a global awareness campaign called Asteroid Day, author several books about space and stereoscopy, and serve as a science team collaborator on NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft as it flew past Pluto.
Since then, he has produced 3D stereo images of solar system objects using data from New Horizons, OSIRIS-REx and the Japanese space agency’s Hayabusa2 asteroid sampling probe.
More research is needed, but May is almost certainly the only astrophysicist and Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award winner who is also a knight with an asteroid named after him.
Early this year, King Charles III knighted May for his contributions to music and charity, including his Save Me Trust dedicated to protecting wildlife.
The scientist and guitar legend, who turned 76 on Wednesday, hopes the new book on Bennu will appeal both to experts and laypeople.
“The OSIRIS-REx mission undertook by far the most intimate exploration of any asteroid to date, and here are the results, the fruits of the labours of a huge team of top scientists and engineers,” May writes on his website. “Our aim has been to deliver this extraordinary portrait in a form which is understandable and enjoyable to scientists and non-scientists alike.”
May and Lauretta will officially launch their collaboration on July 31 during a sold-out virtual event at London’s famed Natural History Museum, where they will talk about asteroids and show off stereoscopic photos of Bennu.
To experience the images in all their glory, the museum is encouraging those who attend the event in person or stream it online to get themselves a pair of special 3D viewers, designed by Sir Brian May himself, of course.
Contact reporter Henry Brean at hbrean@tucson.com or 573-4283. On Twitter: @RefriedBrean
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Pima County employees can now run for public office while maintaining their county employment, but the change has caused concern among some of the county’s elected department heads.
The Board of Supervisors rescinded a policy last week that requires employees to take unpaid leave while running for a paid elective office seat. Previously, the unpaid leave went into effect as soon as employees submitted their petitions for candidacy.
Supervisor Matt Heinz first proposed the change on June 6, when supervisors asked for a legal review before voting on rescinding the policy. At the board’s next June 20 meeting, the Pima County Attorney's Office provided supervisors legal advice in a closed-door executive session. The board finally approved the policy change on Tuesday, July 11.
Heinz said he’s long thought the personnel policy imposing unpaid leave is “profoundly unfair.” In “casual” conversations with county employees interested in running for varying levels of elected office at the county and state, he said many expressed concern about having to forgo pay.
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“I think it's a basic right that we should all be able to stand for elective office and seek that support from the populace,” Heinz said.
The board’s vote passed 3-2 with supervisors Rex Scott and Steve Christy opposing. Scott said he wanted to table the item to allow time to hear from the county’s elected row officers, as they had expressed concern about the change in an email to the board.
While the highly observed public races of board members are unlikely to see challengers among supervisors’ own limited staff members, the situation of employees becoming their bosses’ election challengers would be more likely in the county departments with 100-plus employees, such as the Sheriff’s Department and County Assessor’s Office.
Pima County Assessor Suzanne Droubie wrote in a July 10 email to the board, the day before its vote, requesting the personnel policy change “be tabled, and discussed at a future meeting” to allow time to discuss the policy’s effects and potential alternatives. Scott requested the item be delayed to a future meeting, but no other supervisors supported his motion.
Scott said if the board “had some time to hear from the row officers, maybe I would have ended up voting for it,” but he wanted to have the time to hear out other elected officials.
Droubie said her fellow row officers generally agree county employees running for office shouldn’t be required to go without pay. Still, concerns persist over creating tension in a workplace actively employing two opponents in an election.
“During elections, things get pretty heated … we've all seen where the candidates can be pretty aggressive with each other,” Droubie said. “When you have a situation where you have an employee that's running against an incumbent, and they're in the same office, it's not hard to understand that it creates a potential for conflict.”
Pima County Superintendent of Schools Dustin Williams shared similar concerns, noting the new policy “has the potential to cause a culture and climate issue amongst the employees of an office” if “we were to have two people, an incumbent and then another employee, running at the same time and working in such close relations.”
Both Droubie and Williams are interested in an alternative policy that allows for temporary reassignment of employees running for office outside the department they’re seeking election for.
County Administrator Jan Lesher said that staff advising the board never considered this option with the rule change. Her only concern, she said, “is simply that people who work for Pima County are working for Pima County.”
“Whether they're running for a paid or an unpaid office or running against an employee or not, my concern and the monitoring is to ensure that people are never using county resources inappropriately, or paying less attention to their county-paid job.”
County policy holds those running for office can’t use county email systems or other privileged resources to benefit their campaigns or conduct campaign-related business on county property.
Maricopa County’s employee policy does not specify rules for employees seeking office but does say “Employees are expected to behave in an unbiased manner and without favoritism for or against any political party or group” while on duty. However, “this guidance on political activity is being reviewed at this time,” Maricopa County Communications Director Fields Moseley said.
The city of Tucson does bar city employees from running for mayor or City Council positions, according to the city code. Employees can run for non-city offices unless their “principal employment” is connected to activities financed through federal money, in accordance with the federal Hatch Act.
It’s uncertain where the county policy requiring those running for any paid elected position to take unpaid leave came from. Lesher wrote in a memo to the board the policy was enacted “several years ago, in a response to an increasing number of Pima County employees desiring to run for elective office,” but later clarified she’s unaware of the year the measure went into place or the exact motivation for it.
Sheriff Chris Nanos said he can think of two employees who had to resign while running for county sheriff: Terry Staten, who lost to Mark Napier in the 2016 Republican primary, and Kevin Kubitskey, who ran against Nanos in the 2020 Democratic primary.
“I'm probably one of the only (elected officials) that actually went through that turmoil twice, and I saw it firsthand. Even though I might have agreed with (the policy) at the time, I look back on it and go, ‘That's not the way to do it,’” Nanos said. “It's wrong. It does create division, and it hurts your morale. But I think both sides do that.”
Pima County Recorder Gabriella Cázares-Kelly supports the change allowing county employees to keep working while running, as it “supports working people being a part of our government and our government being more reflective of the community it serves,” she said.
Cázares-Kelly said she doesn’t “share the concerns” of toxicity in the workplace as much as other elected county officials but said temporarily reassigning candidates could be a viable alternative.
“They still have a paycheck, and they're still utilizing their skills somewhere else within the county, and it reduces that friction between them and the incumbent … I think that's a small bit of support that the county could formalize” she said.
Those ideas were never considered by the board, however, as some row officers said they never heard back from supervisors after expressing their concerns. Supervisor Matt Heinz said he never spoke to the row officers but didn’t remember hearing from them, despite the email from Droubie sent to the entire board.
“We stand to be the ones that this policy affects the most,” Droubie said. “I don't mean this in a controversial way, I'm just saying that we felt that our opinions should carry some weight in this because this is a policy that directly affects us and our offices, or it has the potential to.”
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The Coconino County Board of Supervisors is scheduled to vote on a new ordinance regulating short-term or vacation rentals in the unincorporated parts of the county.
The ordinance, which will be voted on at a Tuesday, Aug. 8 meeting, was first presented in January, and aims to “protect the public health, safety, and welfare of owners and users of vacation and short-term rental properties” while “supporting the residential character” of neighborhoods outside of Flagstaff, Sedona, Page and Williams.
In Arizona, county leaders are not allowed to prohibit vacation rentals completely. They also can’t set rules for those same properties within the city limits of communities like Flagstaff and Williams.
Until recently, neither counties nor municipalities had the capacity to limit or regulate the operation of short-term rentals like VRBOs and Airbnbs in their area. That was until the passage of Arizona Senate Bill 1168.
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“In general I think local government is the best place to make decisions about local issues. I’m pleased that last year the Legislature changed the statute,” said Patrice Horstman, the supervisor for District 1 and chair of the Coconino County Board of Supervisors. “I’m sorry there was ever a prohibition. I think these decisions are best made at the community level.”
Now, under Arizona Revised Statute 11-267.17, counties have the ability to set some parameters for short-term rental owners in their area.
“This is the result of our communicating with the Legislature to express our concerns about not having regulatory authority over short-term rentals,” District 3 Supervisor Matt Ryan said in January. “Albeit limited, we now have a very important tool that will promote voluntary compliance and encourage people to be good neighbors.”
According to Horstman, the board and county staff considered the regulatory efforts of other municipalities in developing the language for the ordinance introduced in January.
“I think it makes it easier for our residents if they have a certain continuity or consistency in how we are interpreting the law,” Horstman said.
She calls the ordinance, which will be read for the third time in August, common sense regulation, describing it as a set of rules that requires short-term rental owners and operators to be “good neighbors.”
“I would like to believe this is reasonable and rational, and I like to believe we’re going to get a lot of support,” Horstman said. “I’m really proud of the ordinance ... we are basically requiring that short-term rentals are compliant with underlying land use. These are single-family residential neighborhoods. What this ordinance states is they must use the rental in a way that conforms with the single-family neighborhood.”
If the ordinance passes in August, short-term rental owners will only be able to "host" guests who will use the space as a temporary family dwelling.
In the draft language, “family” is defined as individuals related by blood, marriage, affinity or legal adoption/guardianship.
No more than five people who are unrelated to one another will be allowed to rent a short-term vacation rental in Coconino County, under the new ordinance.
“Most short-term rentals are utilized by families or people who are affiliated. They are usually consistent with a single-family residential neighborhood,” Horstman said. “This ordinance allows us to address the notable few who violate the concept of living in a single-family residential neighborhood.”
Horstman said even before she was elected she heard from neighbors about “party houses” and the problems associated with short-term rentals hosting events.
“These short-term rentals were not owner occupied, the owner was not living on site, many times they were not living in Coconino County, and [the rental] was being used for large parties and events,” Horstman said. “That caused problems in our single-family residential communities in terms of noise, parking, trash and traffic.”
The proposed ordinance takes direct aim at short-term rentals that were formerly used for events such as weddings and bachelor parties, stating:
“Vacation or short-term rental property shall not be used for non-residential purposes, including but not limited to special events, multi-family transient stays, or any land use or group gathering that would otherwise require a county special or temporary use permit, a county health code license, or any other regulatory license or permit required pursuant to a county ordinance or state law or rule.”
Horstman said the proposed ordinance aims to address constituent complaints about absentee owners as well.
If the new rules go into effect, every new and existing short-term rental owner will have to register a contact for their property who can be available around the clock, seven days a week.
“That is very important. A lot of the problems happen when people can’t reach the owners of a property. Now, we have a contact person if there is a violation going on,” Horstman said. "We have concerns about fire and fire restrictions. There were situations when we were under fire restrictions, the short-term rental might have a bonfire in the backyard under stage two fire restrictions. They may not be aware (from outside the region). There needs to be a contact in place to communicate rules to renters if complaints are filed.”
Horstman said contacts will also help to facilitate parking during major snowstorms so vacation renters aren’t getting in the way of residents or snow removal equipment.
Contact information is not the only paperwork new and existing property owners will need to file with the county; they’ll also have to apply for a permit or license to operate a short-term rental legally.
Before a short-term rental owner can be permitted, they also have to give notice of their intentions to their neighbors.
The permitting fee, under state law, can be no more than $250. If a property owner doesn’t secure a permit and lists their dwelling on a site like Airbnb or VRBO, they could face an initial fine of $1,000.
If a property owner doesn’t renew or apply for a permit, they’ll owe the county an additional $1,000 for every month they continue to operate. Fines for failure to register an emergency contact follow the same fee structure.
Permits can be revoked altogether if property owners intentionally allow parties or weddings to take place in their rental, if the owner knowingly houses a sex offender, or knows about the operation of adult-oriented businesses or prostitution on the property. Permits can also be revoked if a felony is committed on the rental property or if there are more than three documented minor violations of the ordinance’s rules on the property.
Some residents have taken to social media with concerns over the new ordinance’s enforcement.
“These proposed ordinances will be lacking any teeth unless there are resources to enforce the ordinances,” one Cheshire resident wrote on a neighborhood social media app.
Horstman said the county worked on consequences for violations and hoped to develop a due process that was fair and reasonable.
“You need to have effective enforcement. We did put in an appropriate and timely enforcement provision in the ordinance, the enforcement, due process, and procedure,” she said.
Under the ordinance, the process for accepting, investigating, and litigating complaints against vacation-rental owners is laid out, but Horstman said the board would like to hear more from the community. The meeting will take place virtually, and verbal comments will be heard before the Aug. 8 vote. Written public comments can be sent up to 24 hours prior to the meeting, emailed to Jess McNeely at wmcneely@coconino.az.gov or mailed to Coconino County Community Development, Planning and Zoning Division, 2500 N. Fort Valley Road, Building #1, Flagstaff, AZ 86001.
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A group of 12 young adults came to Foxglenn Park for a recent Thursday skateboarding session with +swappow PLUS as part of an annual convention meant to help youth with the transition out of foster care.
The Arizona Department of Child Safety (AZDCS) puts on the conference every year, providing people in foster care ages 14-20 with workshops, resources and a variety of activities to help them develop life skills during the transition.
Arizona has about 4,000 youth between the ages of 14-21 in its foster care system, according to AZDCS. Each year, about 700 young adults in foster care turn 18 without having found a permanent placement. The conference -- and the Young Adult Program more generally -- is meant to help such young people successfully age into adulthood.
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PK Wood and Kenzie Clark are both AZDCS Youth Advocates who helped arrange this year’s conference.
Clark said she hoped the workshops would help youth gain "resilience, vulnerability and perseverance."
“I think a lot of foster youth have a hard time making connections with people and when you take them to a place like this, they can all mingle with each other and have a similar understanding of experience that feel they’re included, they’re valued,” she said.
“It gives them an opportunity that they’re not used to. You never know what their lives are like in general,” Wood added. “...This might be something they've never done before, so they’re stepping outside of their comfort zone for the first time and they want to spread their wings and take risks.”
About 70 teenagers and young adults in Arizona's foster care system visited Flagstaff for the conference recently, staying at Little America. Among this year’s workshops were sessions on gun safety, substance awareness, Native American beading with Three Precious Miracles and the +swappow PLUS skate session.
After going over some of the basics of skateboarding -- the best positions, where to use different kinds of boards, how to get off a moving board -- +swappow PLUS Director Michael Shapiro told the group to pick out their boards and start practicing.
The participants started out riding straight lines across the park's sidewalks before some went on to try their skills in the skate course.
This type of session is the first of three tiers of programming +swappow PLUS offers to youth in foster care. Founded five years ago, the organization’s goal is to help those in foster care gain confidence and other life skills through skateboarding.
“When you’re riding a skateboard, you have to focus on your balance and you’re paying attention just to staying upright,” Shapiro said. “You’re present in the moment and you’re not thinking about what’s happened or what might happen. For the first time for a lot of these kids, they're able to be kids. They're able to just be present.”
The group offers the tier one skateboarding workshops to kids ages 7-21. Participants are given a donated board to take home and they spend some time trying out skateboarding for the first time or advancing their skills. Youth ages 13-21 can also take a 12-week personal development program, which is meant to help those who enjoy the sport progress in their ability while showing how they can move toward their goals over time.
The final tier offered is a professional development program for youth 16-21, and it focuses on teaching them how to make their own boards alongside business skills such as marketing, sales and graphic design. Participants in the program create four custom skateboards with their personal logo, keeping two, selling one and donating one to others in the program. One of those boards is made entirely by hand and another is made from recycled water bottles.
Each course, according to Shapiro, also uses skateboarding principles and techniques to teach more general life lessons -- such as, for instance, that “falling isn’t failure” and to “look where you want to go” rather than focusing on obstacles.
“If you see an obstacle, a crack in the sidewalk, don’t focus on that. Focus on the pathway through it,” he said as an example. “In the same way, if you have a person in your life you really don’t care for, you don’t focus your energy on them; you look at the people you want to be like.
He added: "We always say, you find what you’re looking for, so look for good things, then you control the narrative a little bit. ... We really try to encourage our participants to aim high.”
More about foster care in Arizona can be found at azdcs.gov/foster. To learn more about +swappow PLUS, visit swappowplus.org.
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Hundreds attend vigil for Cesar Chavez High School student found dead in Show Low Lake
More than 200 people gathered at Cesar Chavez Park in Laveen Village on Friday evening to remember and mourn the death of 15-year-old Christopher Hampton, who was found dead in Show Low Lake on Tuesday.
Hampton, a student and football player at Cesar Chavez High School, was at summer camp with his team in the White Mountains at Lakeside Blue Ridge High and decided to go to the lake at the neighboring town on Monday when he went missing.
The Navajo County Sheriff's Office and other law enforcement agencies searched for Hampton and eventually called the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office dive team, which arrived Tuesday morning.
MCSO said the team it sent deployed its remotely-operated vehicle unit upon request, which ultimately found and recovered Hampton's body.
Navajo County Sheriff David Clouse thanked the team for aiding in the investigation.
“I am very grateful for the partnership and critical support that was provided by the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office," Clouse wrote. "This was a tragic situation overall, but I am glad we were able to bring closure to the family and we couldn’t have done this without the assistance of the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Dive Team.”
Vigil attendees at one point released dozens of purple and silver balloons — the colors of Cesar Chavez High School — into the air and later lit candles for Hampton as the sun began to set.
Various teammates of Hampton's recalled the bonds they formed with him at school and practices.
One recalled the infectious smile Hampton often wore while another said it was impossible not to become friends with him.
A woman saying she was a former elementary school teacher of Hampton's described him as an energetic boy who always found a way to accomplish his goals.
Sharonda Johnson, Hampton's aunt, echoed the sentiments of his friends and teammates.
"To know Chris is to love Chris," Johnson said.
Johnson said her family deserved answers and closure as to how her athletic nephew wound up dead in a lake and urged anyone with information to share it with the authorities.
"If you know something, say something," Johnson said.
Johnson stipulated that she didn't want anyone to take matters into their own hands, but rather let law enforcement seek justice for her nephew.
The investigation into Hampton's death remains ongoing as of Friday. It was not immediately clear whether the Navajo County Sheriff's Office had any suspects or persons of interest.
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VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash in Volusia County Friday night.
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According to a news release, the crash happened around 8:50 p.m. near S Ridgewood Avenue and Harbor Road.
Troopers said a Range Rover SUV was traveling south, approaching Harbor Road in the outside lane, when the front of the car hit a bicyclist traveling between the outside lane and the outside paved shoulder.
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Investigators said the SUV driver, a 40-year-old woman from Port Orange, did not see the bicyclist in the lane because it had no lights.
She was not injured and remained on scene, officials said.
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The bicyclist, an unidentified male, was pronounced dead at the scene.
FHP said this crash remains under investigation.
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ORLANDO, Fla. — After a two-week break, the Orlando Pride will be back at Exploria Stadium Sunday night for a makeup Challenge Cup game verse NY/NJ Gotham.
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Both teams will be missing some international players participating in the Women’s World Cup.
Orlando will be without the Brazilians Marta, Adrianna, Rafaelle, and Argentine international Mariana Larroquette. Rafaelle and Larroquette signed during the international break and have not played a match for the Orlando Pride this season.
Gotham FC will also be without three U.S. international players, Kristie Mewis, Kelley O’Hara, Lynn Williams, Brazilian Bruninha, Ireland’s Sinead Farrelly, and Nigerian Ifeoma Onumonu.
In the Challenge Cup, the Pride are currently at the bottom of the group with only one point in two games.
That one point came in a tie verse the North Carolina Courage in their first Challenge Cup match in April.
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The Pride lost to the Washington Spirit, 4-2, in the Challenge Cup play in May.
But the Pride have a different energy in their last two games, beating top-tier teams in the NWSL in the Washington Spirit and OL Reign.
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The International break could be a good time for the team to make a run in both the Challenge Cup and the NWSL regular season, with international players in the World Cup impacting the rosters for the next two to five weeks, depending on how well some international squads perform in the World Cup.
When: Sunday, July 23 at 7 p.m.
Where: Exploria Stadium
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POLK COUNTY, Fla. — A pregnant woman and her unborn child were killed after a man shot them, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office said.
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According to a news release, the suspect, a 26-year-old man, shot the 21-year-old victim multiple times before shooting and killing himself.
Sheriff Grady Judd said the woman was eight months pregnant.
Investigators said the shooting happened just after 7 p.m. Friday near their home on Central Avenue West in Winter Haven, in front of witnesses.
Deputies said that based on this stage in the investigation, it is clear that it was a domestic-related double murder-suicide.
Read: Bicyclist killed after being hit by SUV in Volusia County, troopers say
The suspect, identified as Riley Groover, was previously charged with aggravated assault and domestic violence, the sheriff’s office said.
The family told investigators that Groover and the woman argued before, which had turned physical, but none of the incidents were reported to law enforcement.
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First responders and medical staff at the hospital tried to save the unborn baby but were unable to do so.
“This was a violent and horrific double murder that ended the lives of a 21-year-old woman who was eight months pregnant and her unborn baby,” Sheriff Grady Judd said. “When the suspect became enraged, family members and neighbors did everything they could to help her get away from him. Please keep this family in your prayers.”
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Police investigate after missing Laurel man found dead near New Castle at recycling center
Delaware State Police launched an investigation after a Laurel man was found dead at a New Castle recycling center last month.
The man, identified as 54-year-old Lorenzo Gomez-Lopez, was discovered on June 21, police said. Troopers responded to the Delaware Recycling Center at 1101 Lambson Lane at 1:30 p.m. that day after employees found him dead in a processing area.
Gomez-Lopez was not an employee of the recycling center, according to police.
The cause of Gomez-Lopez’s death is still unknown and autopsy results are pending, police said. He was last seen on June 18 at about 2 p.m. sitting outside a Laurel home on Yew Drive. The 54-year-old was no longer there when the family returned around 7 p.m., according to police.
Detectives are asking for the public’s help with any information about Gomez-Lopez’s whereabouts as they continue to pursue leads. Anyone with information about his death is asked to contact Detective H. Carroll at 302-365-8467 or call Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-847-3333.
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'Strongly believe it's Mattie Sheils,' officials say of body pulled from Delaware River
Bucks County officials "strongly believe" the body of a girl found in the Delaware River roughly 30 miles south of Upper Makefield is Matilda "Mattie" Sheils, the 2-year-old who along with her infant brother slipped out of the arms of family members swept away by flood waters last Saturday.
Philadelphia police in the 24th District confirmed Friday evening that the body of a white female child, “possibly related to the flash flood in Bucks County" had been recovered in the 3900 block of Delaware Avenue in the Port Richmond section of the city.
At a news conference late Friday, Upper Makefield fire Chief Tim Brewer said Philadelphia police received two anonymous phone calls two minutes apart shortly after 5 p.m. reporting a body in the Delaware River.
The second call provided a description of the child and a location in the water south of the Betsy Ross Bridge, Brewer said. Police responded to the area and removed the child from debris against a pier in the area of a waste disposal plant in Port Richmond.
A Philadelphia Fire Department medical unit waiting nearby pronounced the child dead at the scene at 5:30 p.m. The Philadelphia Medical Examiner will perform an autopsy on Saturday, Brewer said.
But based on a physical description of the child and the clothing she was wearing, "we strongly believe it's Mattie Sheils," Brewer said.
“This has been an emotional time for the community," Brewer added. "All our hearts are broken this evening.”
Crews continue search for Conrad Sheils
Brewer repeated his privacy request for the Seley-Sheils family as they process everything that has happened over the past seven "tumultuous days."
"We cannot begin to fathom the pain they’re experiencing but we will never leave their sides as they deal with this tragedy," Brewer added.
The fire chief, who has been the public face of the unprecedented search and recovery efforts, also thanked the public for its outpouring of support, love and concern for the survivors, victims and first responders who have worked nonstop since 5:30 p.m. July 15.
"Your words of encouragement, your efforts to help all have been expressed and have never gone unheard and has touched us all," Brewer said.
The discovery in the Delaware River happened nearly the same time searchers in Upper Makefield wrapped up operations Friday with no luck finding Mattie or her 9-month-old brother Conrad.
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Overnight, Philadelphia marine units will continue searching the river for Conrad, Brewer said, adding that since the floods that killed six people, local rescue units have been monitoring the river and agencies south of Upper Makefield were aware of the situation.
Day 8 of the search will resume Saturday with additional K9 teams and other resources including marine and air and diving units searching along the length of the Delaware River, Brewer said.
"We will be in the water tomorrow," he added. "We will work tirelessly to make sure that Conrad is found."
How did Mattie Sheils end up in the Delaware River?
For a young child to travel more than 30 miles down river is unusual "but certainly possible," according to Gerry Dworkin, an aquatics safety and water rescue technical consultant with Lifesaving Resources, a Kennebunkport, Maine company that trains and supports lifeguard, public safety and rescue personnel internationally.
Children are physically lighter and have less muscle mass, which makes them more buoyant meaning they can be carried further, Dworkin said.
"They can float for very long distances," he added.
Young children, like Mattie and Conrad, are also at a higher risk for hypothermia, even during the summer months, Dworkin added. A child can lose body temperature rapidly even in 70-degree water for an hour.
At one point over the last week more than 100 searchers in Upper Makefield have concentrated on a 40-acre area south of Washington Crossing Road. Weather conditions Wednesday and Thursday slowed search efforts.
The children slipped out of the arms of their mother and grandmother after the four were swept away in fast-moving flood waters after Houghs Creek overflowed as a result of up to six inches of rain in two hours.
The children’s mother, Katie Seley, 32, of Charleston, South Carolina, and four others drowned in the catastrophic flooding. Seley’s fiance, Jim Sheils, and the couple’s 4-year-old son, Jack were rescued by firefighters.
Seley’s mother, Dahlia Galindez, 62, also of Charleston, South Carolina, survived being dragged into the water and found help at a nearby home on Stonebridge Crossing Road.
Search continues for missing childrenThe search for Mattie and Conrad. Officials ID victims, missing in fatal flooding
The couple were visiting Sheils family, who live in Newtown Township, when their vehicle was one of 11 caught up in what witnesses and survives described as a wall of water that crashed downhill from Houghs Creek, a tributary of the Delaware River.
Saturday morning, Upper Makefield police posted an update with a note from the family:
"The Sheils family would like to express their continued gratitude for the overwhelming outpouring of love, support, and concern from the community and from people around the country as rescue workers have worked tirelessly to find Mattie and Conrad. We are grateful that our little Mattie has been brought home to us. We are still praying for the return of Conrad. Thank you all, again, for your compassion and your kindness. We are humbled."
How many people were swept into the water?
In total, 19 people on Washington Crossing Road were caught in the violent currents; a dozen survived including Galindez and David Love, husband of Yuko Love, 64.
Upper Makefield assists with grievingAs community gathers for Upper Makefield flood vigil, organizers talk of miracles
Love, Enzo and Linda DePiero, 78, and 74 respectively, and Susan Barnhart, 53, of Titusville, New Jersey perished in the waters and they were found Saturday and Sunday along with Seley.
Since Saturday, Upper Makefield first responders had seached night and day for the missing Sheils children, the last of the unaccounted for victims.
A search and rescue operation like never seen before included drones, air, ground and water resources including sonar, divers and dogs. Equipment and personnel were recruited from Central New Jersey and as far south as Delaware and Chester counties to aid the search.
Photos of family taken by floodsSouth Carolina family torn apart by Upper Makefield fatal floods identified
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Steel import permit applications totaled 2.8 million in June, according to the U.S. Commerce Department’s most recent Steel Import Monitoring and Analysis data.
That's up 12.8% from the 2.48 million tons in May and a 20.8% increase from the final May import total of 2.32 million, according to the Washington D.C.-based American Iron and Steel Institute. Imports of finished steel products that would require no further processing in the United States, such as at service centers in the Port of Indiana-Burns Harbor, totaled 2.11 million in June, a 12.8% increase over the final import total of 1.87 million tons in May.
For the first six months of the year, total steel imports fell 10.6% year-over-year to 15 million tons. Finished steel imports fell 14% to 11.57 million tons as compared to the first six months of 2022.
Imports of finished steel products grabbed 24% of the market share in June and 23% so far this year.
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In June, imports of reinforcing bars were up 189%, heavy structural shapes up 89%, ingots and billets and slabs up 55%, hot rolled sheets up 48% and line pipe up 34%. So far this year, imports of standard rails are up 48%, oil country goods 36%, electrical sheet and strip 27%, cut lengths plates 24% and line pipe 21%.
In June, imports from Canada fell 4% to 601,000 tons, from South Korea rose 95% to 427,000 tons, from Mexico increased 50% to 423,000 tons, from Brazil grew 20% to 288,000 and from China soared 134% to 108,000 tons. During the first six months of the year, China was the largest importer with 3.61 million tons, followed by Mexico with 2.33 million tons and Brazil with 1.94 million tons.
In the first six months of 2023, imports from Canada are up 1%, from Mexico down 21% and from Brazil up 25%.
Overall steel imports declined by 2% last year while finished steel imports rose by nearly 11%, according to the American Iron and Steel Institute. U.S. steelmakers, like the mills around the lakeshore in Northwest Indiana, made 88.775 million net tons of steel last year, down from 94.5 million the previous year.
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The School City of Hammond is hosting a job fair next Thursday.
The job fair is scheduled to take place from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the School City of Hammond Administration building, 41 Williams St.
The school district is hiring for multiple positions including teachers, paraprofessionals, bus drivers, athletic coaches and school counselors.
Their jobs webpage currently lists over 150 openings.
The School City of Hammond serves over 11,500 students at 12 elementary schools, two middle schools and two high schools.
For more information, visit the School City of Hammond website here .
Photos: Juneteenth 2023 in Hammond
Third annual Juneteenth celebration in Hammond
Okarri "DJ Karri" Jones of Hammond supplies the tunes Monday at Hammond's third annual Juneteenth celebration.
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Juneteenth: Hammond Central Regional Rings
The Hammond Central basketball team poses Saturday to show off the rings commemorating their victory in the 4A regional, a feat that hadn't happened since Hammond High won in 1954. The community raised money to buy the rings for the team and coaches.
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Juneteenth: Hammond Central Regional Rings
The community raised money to buy rings for the Hammond Central basketball team and coaches to celebrate their 4A regional victory.
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Third annual Juneteenth celebration in Hammond
Sabrina Colbert dances to the music Monday at Hammond's third annual Juneteenth celebration at Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park.
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Third annual Juneteenth celebration in Hammond
Sibyl Peeples and William Scott of Sibylicious set up their banner Monday for Hammond's Hammond's third annual Juneteenth celebration. They sell various cold beverages, including iced coffee and lemonade.
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Third annual Juneteenth celebration in Hammond
Nicki Clemons prepares the food Monday for Hammond's third annual Juneteenth celebration.
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Third annual Juneteenth celebration in Hammond
Olivia Person, 7, of Chicago gets an early start on collecting college information, talking Monday with Calumet College representatives (from top) Carlos Macias, Dylan Hill and Moises Castillo at Hammond's third annual Juneteenth celebration.
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Third annual Juneteenth celebration in Hammond
Patrons line up for the free food Monday at Hammond's third annual Juneteenth celebration.
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Third annual Juneteenth celebration in Hammond
Brianna Mattox, 17 of Hammond gets watermelon lemonade Monday from Sibyl Peeples, owner of Sibylicious, at Hammond's third annual Juneteenth celebration.
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Juneteenth: Hammond Central Regional Rings
The Hammond Central basketball team shows off the rings commemorating their victory in the 4A regional, a feat that hadn't happened since Hammond High won in 1954. The community raised money to buy the rings for the team and coaches.
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DYER — The first thing 10-year-old Mason Brewer remembers hearing was the sound of breaking glass.
His eyelids fluttered open around 1 a.m. inside his house on the 700 block of Hilbrich Court. The smell of smoke filled his nostrils as he felt the heat creeping toward him. He hopped up from the couch, rushed to unlock the front door and began to bang on the door of his parents’ bedroom, screaming, “fire!”
It took one minute and 30 seconds for Mason to wake up, alert his family of the imminent danger and lead them out of their house on the morning of Memorial Day. If not for Mason’s ability to warn his family with diligence and ease, they might not have made it out in time.
His actions and quick thinking saved his family’s life on the morning of May 29, Dyer Fire Chief Joe Martin said. Martin acknowledged the 10-year-old’s bravery with the distinguished title of “Honorary Firefighter” at a ceremony Tuesday at the Dyer Fire Department.
“People talk about firefighters being brave, being courageous,” Martin said. “This kid got his whole family out, calm, cool and collected.”
Some of Mason’s relatives drove up from Tennessee to attend the ceremony. His cousin and grandfather, who were also asleep in the home during the fire, were also in attendance. All were able to escape the home, uninjured.
Mason Brewer dons a full firefighter's uniform at a ceremony where he was named an honorary firefighter July 18 at the Dyer Fire Department.
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Mason’s mom, Brittany, said she taught Mason and his 12-year-old brother, Ethan, how to escape the home in the event of a fire at the ages of four and six. She showed them how to exit if they were trapped upstairs, how to crouch in order to avoid smoke and where to meet outside the home.
“Mason followed it to a ‘T,’ Brewer said, ”of what I showed him when he was little.”
Brittany said she practiced the fire drills with her boys because she was a “paranoid” parent. However, Martin said rehearsing the procedures are necessary for all parents and children in the event of a fire.
“If Mason didn’t react the way he did, there could have been major injuries or even worse,” Martin said. “Hopefully, this story will show families how important it is to prepare for a situation like this.”
Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors monthly or every two months, Martin said. Families should have contingency plans in the event of a fire, and parents should make sure their children know what to do and where to go.
“People don’t expect this to ever happen to them and get lulled into a sense of complacency,” Martin said. “If you don’t prepare for these things, you may not react well if it happens.”
The Brewer family recently moved into a townhouse as they await the reconstruction of their home. They lost all of their belongings in the fire, Brittany said, but she is surprised how well both of her children have handled the crisis. As for Honorary Firefighter Mason, he’s still riding the high from receiving his new title.
“We’re thankful for Mason. We’ll never forget that what he did for us,” Brittany said. “He gave us the head start that we needed to get out.”
Gallery: Recent arrests booked into Lake County Jail
Demond Tyler
Age : 23
Residence: Danville, IL
Booking Number(s): 2306450
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Cedar Lake Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Jacqueline White
Age : 37
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306462
Arrest Date: July 7, 2023
Arresting Agency: Merrillville Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kristina Schierberl
Age : 43
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306434
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Glynisha Shiel
Age : 43
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2306435
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Byron Strong
Age : 44
Residence: Glenwood, IL
Booking Number(s): 2306464
Arrest Date: July 7, 2023
Arresting Agency: Indiana State Police
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Dollie Tecaxco
Age : 44
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306428
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: LCCS
Offense Description: BURGLARY - PROPERTY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Semaj Reynolds
Age : 26
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306454
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Gary Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Fred Parker
Age : 48
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306425
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: OPERATING A VEHICLE AFTER DRIVING PRIVILEGES ARE SUSPENDED
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Paige Perry
Age : 26
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306460
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake Station Police Department
Offense Description: RESISTING - INTERFERING WITH PUBLIC SAFETY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Lawrence O'Toole
Age : 37
Residence: Crown Point
Booking Number(s): 2306463
Arrest Date: July 7, 2023
Arresting Agency: Merrillville Police Department
Offense Description: CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE - POSSESSION - SCHEDULE V
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Mathew Murphy
Age : 48
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306457
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Griffith Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Geoni McNeal
Age : 25
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306440
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: East Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: FAMILY OFFENSE- NEGLECT OF DEPENDANT/CHILD VIOLATIONS; RESISTING LAW ENFORCEMENT - FORCIBLY RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Brett Miner
Age : 41
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306443
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Shanae McGee
Age : 30
Residence: Lafayette, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306432
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - SHOPLIFTING - < $750
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Wilbur Jenkins II
Age : 39
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306444
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Merrillville Police Department
Offense Description: BURGLARY - PROPERTY - RESIDENTIAL ENTRY - BREAKING AND ENTERING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kerry Kirk
Age : 33
Residence: Gary, In
Booking Number(s): 2306426
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Robert Mathena
Age : 57
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306445
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hobart Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Nathaniel Guzman
Age : 22
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306441
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Joshua Hansen
Age : 31
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306427
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: SEX CRIME - CHILD MOLESTATION - FORCIBLE RAPE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Bradley Heideman
Age : 31
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306448
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hobart Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Kyanne Edwards
Age : 21
Residence: Lafayette, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306431
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Ollicia England
Age : 40
Residence: Gary, In
Booking Number(s): 2306461
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Indiana State Police
Offense Description: FRAUD - DECEPTION - IDENTITY; THEFT OF A FIREARM
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Kenyatta Freeman Jr.
Age : 27
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306456
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: RESISTING LAW ENFORCEMENT - VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jacob Gould
Age : 33
Residence: Whiting, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306466
Arrest Date: July 7, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake Station Police Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICIAL; DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony; Misdemeanor
Antonio Cornejo
Age : 38
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306423
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Lashionda Bradley
Age : 46
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306449
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: East Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - MODERATE BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
James Buhle
Age : 42
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306429
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - SHOPLIFTING - < $750
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Zakiya Coats
Age : 25
Residence: Calumet City, IL
Booking Number(s): 2306437
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/PERMANENT INJURY OR DISFIGUREMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Carlos Andrade
Age : 24
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306442
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Gary Police Department
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT; BURGLARY - PROPERTY; BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/SERIOUS BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Dierra Bluitt
Age : 25
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2306438
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - SHOPLIFTING - < $750
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jovon Sharp
Age : 24
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306398
Arrest Date: July 5, 2023
Arresting Agency: Merrillville Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Demetrian Shorter
Age : 23
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306420
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Schererville Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Matthew Potocki
Age : 32
Residence: Hebron, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306400
Arrest Date: July 5, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: RESISTING LAW ENFORCEMENT - FORCIBLY RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Tonie Pattent
Age : 60
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306417
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE - POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Edward Macker
Age : 64
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306409
Arrest Date: July 5, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: FRAUD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jerry Moore
Age : 51
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306415
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Winfield Police Department
Offense Description: CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE - POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Christopher Hurley
Age : 40
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2306414
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: RESISTING LAW ENFORCEMENT - VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Leroy Jefferson III
Age : 33
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306411
Arrest Date: July 5, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: FAMILY OFFENSE- NEGLECT OF DEPENDANT/CHILD VIOLATIONS
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Edwin Macias Guerrero
Age : 22
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2306394
Arrest Date: July 5, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: FRAUD - DECEPTION - IDENTITY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Patrick Hammack
Age : 45
Residence: Sumava Resorts, IN
Booking Number(s):
Arrest Date: July 5, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Mark Henderson
Age : 63
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306418
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE - POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Isabell Hernandez
Age : 30
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306416
Arrest Date: July 6, 2023
Arresting Agency: Winfield Police Department
Offense Description: CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE - POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Lexi Adams
Age : 27
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306395
Arrest Date: July 5, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - SHOPLIFTING - $750 TO $50,000
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Derrick Angelucci
Age : 32
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306399
Arrest Date: July 5, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: RESISTING LAW ENFORCEMENT - FORCIBLY RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Cartrelle Sullivan
Age : 44
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306369
Arrest Date: July 4, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Lap Dai Truong
Age : 38
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306389
Arrest Date: July 5, 2023
Arresting Agency: St. John Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
David Smith
Age : 43
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306376
Arrest Date: July 4, 2023
Arresting Agency: Gary Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - MODERATE BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Candice Johnson
Age : 19
Residence: Lynwood, IL
Booking Number(s): 2306364
Arrest Date: July 4, 2023
Arresting Agency: Dyer Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Julie Lonngren
Age : 39
Residence: Bridgeview, IL
Booking Number(s): 2306388
Arrest Date: July 5, 2023
Arresting Agency: Winfield Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Cody Nagel
Age : 33
Residence: Fort Wayne, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306373
Arrest Date: July 4, 2023
Arresting Agency: Schererville Police Department
Offense Description: FAMILY OFFENSE- INVASION OF PRIVACY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Tomislav Ristic
Age : 47
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306385
Arrest Date: July 5, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Jonathan Igras
Age : 21
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306381
Arrest Date: July 4, 2023
Arresting Agency: East Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
John Gallagher Jr.
Age : 43
Residence: Lansing, IL
Booking Number(s): 2306372
Arrest Date: July 4, 2023
Arresting Agency: Schererville Police Department
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Christina Brown
Age : 39
Residence: Dyer, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306374
Arrest Date: July 4, 2023
Arresting Agency: Merrillville Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Deanna Findley
Age : 27
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306391
Arrest Date: July 5, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - MODERATE BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Danielle Ford
Age : 31
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306390
Arrest Date: July 5, 2023
Arresting Agency: Indiana State Police
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Ramon Bridges
Age : 38
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306377
Arrest Date: July 4, 2023
Arresting Agency: Indiana State Police
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Ian West
Age : 38
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306318
Arrest Date: July 3, 2023
Arresting Agency: East Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: RESISTING - ESCAPE; DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony; Misdemeanor
Michael Wynter
Age : 60
Residence: Stone Mountain, GA
Booking Number(s): 2306321
Arrest Date: July 3, 2023
Arresting Agency: Indiana State Police
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Maltese Tally
Age : 26
Residence: Milwaukee, WI
Booking Number(s): 2306363
Arrest Date: July 4, 2023
Arresting Agency: Whiting Police Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
John Stoddard Jr.
Age : 62
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306348
Arrest Date: July 3, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake Station Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Eric Skinner
Age : 43
Residence: Lowell, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306335
Arrest Date: July 3, 2023
Arresting Agency: Other
Offense Description: BURGLARY - PROPERTY - RESIDENTIAL ENTRY - BREAKING AND ENTERING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Angel Preacely
Age : 32
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306359
Arrest Date: July 4, 2023
Arresting Agency: Indiana State Police
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Brian Riley
Age : 36
Residence: Saginaw, MI
Booking Number(s): 2306337
Arrest Date: July 3, 2023
Arresting Agency: Highland Police Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - BODILY WASTE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Aarjione League
Age : 30
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306323
Arrest Date: July 3, 2023
Arresting Agency: Gary Police Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICIAL
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Charles Moore
Age : 34
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306315
Arrest Date: July 3, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: FRAUD - DECEPTION - IDENTITY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Suzanne Krischke
Age : 57
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306333
Arrest Date: July 3, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: FRAUD - COUNTERFEITING AND APPLICATION FRAUD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Marquita Ford
Age : 34
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306355
Arrest Date: July 4, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/SERIOUS BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Antonio Galvan
Age : 23
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306327
Arrest Date: July 3, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - AGAINST A PREGNANT PERSON
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jason Brown
Age : 37
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306331
Arrest Date: July 3, 2023
Arresting Agency: Schererville Police Department
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - SIMPLE - $750 TO $50,000
Highest Offense Class: Felony
John Berrios Jr.
Age : 41
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306349
Arrest Date: July 3, 2023
Arresting Agency: Schererville Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Laura Bobadilla
Age : 48
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306358
Arrest Date: July 4, 2023
Arresting Agency: Munster Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Keith Bretthorst
Age : 42
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306345
Arrest Date: July 3, 2023
Arresting Agency: Gary Police Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Lakisha Brooks
Age : 45
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306336
Arrest Date: July 3, 2023
Arresting Agency: Schererville Police Department
Offense Description: ASSISTING A CRIMINAL
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Narcisa Apuyod
Age : 49
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306343
Arrest Date: July 3, 2023
Arresting Agency: Schererville Police Department
Offense Description: FRAUD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dan Rodriguez
Age : 50
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306299
Arrest Date: July 2, 2023
Arresting Agency: Griffith Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Michael Zivanovich
Age : 26
Residence: Dyer, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306302
Arrest Date: July 2, 2023
Arresting Agency: Schererville Police Department
Offense Description: OPERATE VEHICLE AFTER BEING HABITUAL TRAFFIC OFFENDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Shaunese Rice
Age : 24
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2306309
Arrest Date: July 2, 2023
Arresting Agency: Indiana State Police
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Robert Lay III
Age : 43
Residence: Whiting, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306300
Arrest Date: July 2, 2023
Arresting Agency: East Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Loretta Bell
Age : 40
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306312
Arrest Date: July 2, 2023
Arresting Agency: Schererville Police Department
Offense Description: RESISTING LAW ENFORCEMENT - VEHICLE; OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony; Misdemeanor
Larry Gore
Age : 63
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306305
Arrest Date: July 2, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake Station Police Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Calvin Winfield
Age : 20
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306287
Arrest Date: July 1, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Katelyn Zajeski
Age : 18
Residence: Dyer, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306264
Arrest Date: July 1, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Percy Perry
Age : 75
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306272
Arrest Date: July 1, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE - POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Andrew Wilcox
Age : 29
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306269
Arrest Date: July 1, 2023
Arresting Agency: East Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: CONFINEMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Javonni Avila
Age : 29
Residence: Whiting, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306286
Arrest Date: July 1, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Matthew Druzbicki
Age : 27
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306289
Arrest Date: July 2, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lowell Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Michael Kras
Age : 50
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306275
Arrest Date: July 1, 2023
Arresting Agency: Schererville Police Department
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Troy Sykes
Age : 40
Residence: Dolton, IL
Booking Number(s): 2306252
Arrest Date: July 1, 2023
Arresting Agency: East Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
David Venzke Jr.
Age : 28
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306241
Arrest Date: June 30, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Taylor Smith
Age : 30
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306259
Arrest Date: July 1, 2023
Arresting Agency: Schererville Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Gregory Phillips
Age : 32
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306235
Arrest Date: June 30, 2023
Arresting Agency: LSCT
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - RECKLESS
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jose Rivera Jr.
Age : 26
Residence: Oak Forest, IL
Booking Number(s): 2306225
Arrest Date: June 30, 2023
Arresting Agency: LSCT
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - AGAINST A PREGNANT PERSON
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Nicole Roge
Age : 40
Residence: Lowell, IN
Booking Number(s): 2306248
Arrest Date: June 30, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: FAMILY OFFENSE- NEGLECT OF DEPENDANT/CHILD VIOLATIONS
Highest Offense Class: Felony
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SAN ANTONIO — After 40 years of watching over San Antonio traffic, the iconic Indian statue at the Red McCombs Hyundai dealership on Loop 410 is being taken down.
McCombs Enterprises confirmed to KENS 5 Friday that the statue, known as The Chief, will be taken down on July 31, so drivers still have a chance to say goodbye.
The company says the removal is due to the ongoing renovation and construction going on in the area. It is being moved to a new location, but the company is still working to determine where that new location will be.
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EASTLAND COUNTY, Texas — An Eastland County Sheriff's Office deputy was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance Friday night.
According to Eastland County News, at approximately 9 p.m. Friday, deputies responded to a domestic fight in progress at a home on Hwy. 183, between Cisco and Rising Star.
Deputy David Bosecker was the first on scene and was immediately shot at by the suspect. Bosecker was hit and fatally wounded.
Other deputies were able to arrest the suspect before anyone else was injured. The suspect, Cody Douglas Pritchard, was taken to Stephens County Jail and charged with capital murder of a peace officer.
The Texas Rangers are leading the investigation.
Bosecker served in law enforcement for more than 21 years and was a master peace officer. He began his law enforcement career in Wise County as a deputy then transitioning to the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission. He was also a Texas Parks and Wildlife Department game warden and a Comanche Police Department office.
He was an Eastland County deputy, as of 2021, and also worked part-time for the Cisco Police Department as a marine enforcement officer.
Multiple law enforcement agencies and organizations shared condolences on social media Saturday.
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FORT WORTH, Texas — Fort Worth police need the public's help finding two girls who were last seen together at a grocery store on Thursday, July 20.
The Fort Worth Police Department (FWPD) said it was looking for 15-year-old Ronasia Wright and 11-year-old Ava Cockroft. Police described Wright as 4 feet, 8 inches tall, weighing 110 pounds, with black hair and green eyes. Cockroft is 4 feet, 9 inches tall, weighs 90 pounds, and has black hair and brown eyes.
Wright and Cockroft were last seen together around 2:40 p.m. Thursday at Diamond Mini Mart at 5900 Boca Raton Boulevard, police said.
Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Wright and Cockroft are asked to contact Fort Worth police at (817)392-4222.
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Screening of Conservation Florida documentary planned for Winter Haven brewery
Conservation Florida will hold an exclusive screening of a new documentary on July 28 at 7 p.m. at Grove Roots Brewing Co. in Winter Haven.
"Protect Our Paradise: Our Growth" is one segment of a six-part documentary series. The episode delves into Florida's growing population and how it is affecting the state’s land, wildlife and quality of life. The episode has a focus on Polk County, Conservation Florida said in a news release.
The creative team will attend to share stories of the making of the documentary.
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The six-episode series is a joint venture of Crawford Entertainment and Conservation Florida. It is scheduled for broadcast on TV stations around the state.
Admission to the screening is free, but seating is limited. Those planning to attend should RSVP at www.conservationfla.org.
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A place made by Texans for Texans. That's the one thing Texas is missing, according to Stanford graduate Lizzy McGee.
And she has just the solution. Behold, TexasLand.
The idea has been in the works since the start of the pandemic in 2020 when McGee sat down with her family and had a light-bulb moment: Texas needs its own Texas-themed theme park.
Then came the details. The park will feature rides, attractions, and various Lone Star-themed experiences. Food and drinks will also be a big component, according to McGee.
"I don't think the rides would be the focus ... you're probably doing one to two rides per hour," McGee said. "But you could also spend the day eating and drinking around Texas."
The theme park will have many indoor components, to combat Texas heat, potentially including indoor rides and waiting lines. Some attractions may include a Prada Marfa pavilion, a Fredericksburg stand that has fresh peaches, a recreation of the Fort Worth Stockyards, and a Houston pavilion featuring a rodeo.
With the Texas population booming and as the second most populous state, McGee said Texas having its own theme park is a "match made in heaven."
"You've kind of got the magic happening for the business side of things, but you need more than that. You need the secret sauce. And I think with Texas, you've got this unique culture," McGee said.
The Texas-centric theme park is still in the early stages of development, but McGee has big plans and hopes the theme park could be open in just three years.
By the fall of this year, McGee hopes to have the land purchased and for a civil engineer to assess it. She then hopes to present the theme park to investors.
"As long as we find a handful of key people who understand our vision and share our values, and understand what a theme park investment looks like ... I think we'll be able to move forward," McGee said.
By the end of 2026, McGee plans for TexasLand to open its gates.
The theme park's destination is another thing that is still in the works. While McGee is from Houston, a demand study is underway to find out where the theme park will perform best. One thing she does know is that she wants TexasLand to start off as a day-trip destination. She hopes that from any major Texas city, it might be a 90-minute drive.
With focus groups underway in the demand study, McGee says one way Texans can have their input about the park is to sign up on their website. You can also sign up for updates on the theme park here.
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As the number of 100-plus degree days pile up and Texans continue to set new records for energy demand, it begs the question: Can our power grid keep up with our growing population?
"We cannot build power plants as fast as people move in here and buy new air conditioners, or keep old air conditioners limping along," former advisor to the chair of the Public Utility Commission of Texas Alison Silverstein said. "As new businesses show up here and expand their usage of electricity, they're more and more things that we have to juggle operationally to keep the power reliable."
Even though Texas' population surpassed 30 million last year, joining California as the only state with as many people, state Sen. Nathan Johnson (D-Dallas) said he wasn't overly concerned with the grid's reliability this summer.
"Among other reasons, renewable power has been very steady. The wind has been sufficient to keep our mammoth fleet of wind turbines going," he said. "The sun obviously is shining brightly, brilliantly, and with a great deal of heat. But that's also providing solar power, including at some peak demand times late in the day."
The Texas Senate, of which Johnson is a part, sent a pair of energy bills to the House that did not pass early in this year's session. Meanwhile, in early May ERCOT officials warned that demand could outpace supply this summer. But just a few weeks later, they reversed course and said they had confidence in the grid.
"I believe that the change in policy was political and they were putting a spin on the available story because the legislature was in session and they were being told by some of the politicians whom they report to that they wanted to hear messages that supported state bills about let's build more power plants," Silverstein said.
ERCOT declined an interview request for this episode but issued the following statement.
"ERCOT will continue to operate the grid conservatively, bringing generating resources online early to mitigate sudden changes in generation or demand. ERCOT will continue to use all operational tools available, including implementation of new programs, like the new ERCOT Contingency Reserve Service (ECRS), as well as executing previous sessions’ legislative reforms (like summer and winter weatherization inspections). Depending on weather conditions and generation output, we could see tight grid conditions periodically this summer. ERCOT will continue to monitor conditions and keep Texans informed."
While the debate on which kind of energy to generate and how to pay for it was up for debate, the need to become more energy efficient was not.
"You leave the house for more than four hours, turn your thermostat up four degrees, and you'll save a lot of electricity when you're not at home," said J.P. Dowling of Houston-based Reliant Energy. "One thing we recommend to everybody is get an annual fact check to make sure it's running efficiently. And that way your electricity bills will be lower, even as it's working hard to keep people in your home."
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Clinton Plant Manager Norha Plumey walks near the facility main turbine.
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Some site facts displayed on one of the walls in the Turbine Building at Clinton Power Station.
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Reactor operator Dave McClurg, bottom, monitors plant condition in the main control room at Clinton Power Station.
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Reactor operator Dave McClurg monitors plant condition in the main control room at Clinton Power Station.
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Technicians inspect new fuel received and will be loaded in the reactor at Clinton Power Station this fall during its planned refueling and maintenance outage.
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Photo is taken on the turbine deck at Clinton Power Station in the facility’s turbine and main generator which is used in the process of creating carbon-free nuclear energy for the electrical grid.
CLINTON — Inside the reactor that has stood in Clinton for more than 30 years, the length of every vent, the weight of every door, the temperature of every steam particle — every piece of the Clinton Power Station plays a role in powering hundreds of thousands of homes each year.
John Kowalski, site vice president of the Clinton Power Station, said excellent human performance and constant diligence is required to keep the nuclear facility safe and operational. That means routine safety inspections, audits and simulated emergency drills are necessary to keep the plant's numerous ventilation, monitoring and maintenance systems going.
"Everything has a function," Kowalski said.
Construction of the plant began in the mid 1970s and ended up being a $4 billion investment, which is a fraction of what such a massive project would cost today. (For instance, the projected cost to build a nuclear plant in Georgia last year was more than $30 billion, according to an Associated Press report.)
Commercial operation of the plant began in 1987. Currently, the plant produces electricity for the equivalent of more than 800,000 homes.
But such an operation would not be possible without thorough security. Plant officials recently provided a tour of the facility to Lee Enterprises journalists, explaining in detail the safeguards in place to prevent emergencies — and the protocols developed to respond in the event of one.
The diligence is reflected in the plant's most recent safety assessment, which yielded a "green" performance indicator that reflects a low number of significant safety findings.
The high marks come as owner Constellation Energy is seeking to extend its operating licenses for the Clinton plant, as well as the Dresden plant in Grundy County, by another 20 years. Clinton's license is set to expire in 2027.
'Cornerstone' of security
As staff and visitors travel through the plant, they must pass through multiple security checkpoints and test themselves for contamination before entering different areas, including the main control room.
Floors are color-coded to prevent employees from accidentally bumping into a pivotal piece of machinery and doors vary in weight and size depending on the amount of ventilation in certain parts of the plant.
Plant manager Norha Plumey said the facility has about 500 employees, including its security force.
"Security is a cornerstone of our operation, and so it's very important for us that we maintain our security workforce and our security equipment to protect the asset for the health of the public," Plumey said.
The plant's operations department also has its own fire brigade with an on-site fire marshal and two to three incident commanders. Two diesel fire pumps can pull water out of the cooling lake to spray any fires.
Unlike a pressurized water reactor, the Clinton plant's boiling water reactor is a "direct contact system" where steam generated from water passing through the nuclear core of the plant goes directly into the turbines to generate electricity.
In a pressurized water reactor, water that makes contact with the nuclear fuel runs through a steam generator before reaching the turbines.
In the event of an emergency, the plant has diesel engines to power essential systems during an outage. It's vital to have systems that can continue to inject water into the reactor and access to emergency water provisions all around the plant, Plumey said.
Kowalski said the engines are monitored daily and run monthly regardless of whether they are needed.
Should there be an issue with the diesel engines, Plumey said, there are a number of strategies, developed after the 2011 triple reactor meltdowns at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant in Japan, to maintain key plant safety functions.
'Unparalleled' control
Kowalksi said the facility's control room is unlike any other operation.
"It's unparalleled to really anything you see anywhere else," Kowalski said.
Working in the control room as a reactor operator or a senior reactor operator requires 18 months of training.
As part of their training, operators must respond to mock incidents using a simulated control room onsite.
A third of the plant's nuclear fuel is replaced every two years. When that happens, Plumey said, it is placed in a spent fuel pool to cool down for a period of time.
It is then removed, put into a cast and stored in cannisters.
In addition to the numerous safety inspections and audits, the plant — along with all others in the country — hosts two resident inspectors from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Those inspectors are also part of the process to renew the facility's license, as they will evaluate the facility to make sure it is structurally equipped to last another two decades.
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The rough north wall of Exelon's Clinton nuclear power station was designed to accommodate a second reactor building that was never built.
Ted Stoner, left, site vice president for Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant, watches plant operators in the control room last month. Stone is looking for answers to keep the plant open despite substantial annual operating losses. Go to www.pantagraph.com for a photo gallery of the power plant.
Workers at the Clinton nuclear power plant are dressed in protective suits as they recover cobalt-60 isotope from the plant's spent fuel storage pool earlier this month. The Clinton plant is one of only two in the U.S. that is making the medical isotope, which is critical in the fight against cancer.
A wall next to the generator inside Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant contains facts about the station as well as its history. The wall is actually a shield against low level radiation that can be present at the generator.
Two massive diesel-powered generators can supply power to the Clinton nuclear power plant for up to seven days without refueling. The generators are a safety precaution in the event power to the plant is lost.
A massive hatch door covers the entry to the reactor inside Exelon's Clinton Power Station. The door is used to allow workers access to nuclear material and control rods during maintenance outages.
Workers at the Clinton nuclear power plant are dressed in protective suits as they recover cobalt-60 isotope from the plant's spent fuel storage pool, right, earlier this month. The Clinton plant is one of only two in the U.S. that is making the medical isotope, which is critical in the fight against cancer.
Workers at Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant manage a spent fuel packaging area. Refueling of the plant brings in large numbers of temporary workers that significantly help Clinton's economy.
Technicians examine a delivery of the first fuel rods that were part of a refueling of the Clinton nuclear power plant in 1988. About 168 fuel rods create the fusion reaction that turns water into the steam that spins the turbine, which makes electricity at the plant.
Workers at the Clinton nuclear power plant are dressed in protective suits as they recover cobalt-60 isotope from the plant's spent fuel storage pool earlier this month. The Clinton plant is one of only two in the U.S. that is making the medical isotope, which is critical in the fight against cancer.
Exelon Corp. announced Thursday that it will close the Clinton Power Station and a second nuclear reactor in the Quad Cities. The Clinton nuclear plant employs about 700 people and is DeWitt County's largest employer. It generates about $15 million in annual local property taxes for the area.
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The rough north wall of Exelon's Clinton nuclear power station was designed to accommodate a second reactor building that was never built.
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Ted Stoner, left, site vice president for Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant, watches plant operators in the control room last month. Stone is looking for answers to keep the plant open despite substantial annual operating losses. Go to www.pantagraph.com for a photo gallery of the power plant.
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Workers at the Clinton nuclear power plant are dressed in protective suits as they recover cobalt-60 isotope from the plant's spent fuel storage pool earlier this month. The Clinton plant is one of only two in the U.S. that is making the medical isotope, which is critical in the fight against cancer.
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Exelon's Clinton Power Station.
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A technician monitors the chain reaction occurring as power is generated at the Clinton Power Station last month.
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Technicians stand in the vast control area inside Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant.
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A wall next to the generator inside Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant contains facts about the station as well as its history. The wall is actually a shield against low level radiation that can be present at the generator.
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Two massive diesel-powered generators can supply power to the Clinton nuclear power plant for up to seven days without refueling. The generators are a safety precaution in the event power to the plant is lost.
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DAVID PROEBER, The Pantagraph
A massive hatch door covers the entry to the reactor inside Exelon's Clinton Power Station. The door is used to allow workers access to nuclear material and control rods during maintenance outages.
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DAVID PROEBER, The Pantagraph
Workers at the Clinton nuclear power plant are dressed in protective suits as they recover cobalt-60 isotope from the plant's spent fuel storage pool, right, earlier this month. The Clinton plant is one of only two in the U.S. that is making the medical isotope, which is critical in the fight against cancer.
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The spent fuel storage pool, below, at the Clinton nuclear power station contains spent fuel from the time the plant opened.
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Workers at Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant manage a spent fuel packaging area. Refueling of the plant brings in large numbers of temporary workers that significantly help Clinton's economy.
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Secure storage flasks will carry spent fuel from Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant.
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A guard tower stands on the perimeter of Exelon's Clinton Power Station in April.
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Technicians practice working with mock fuel rods in 1985 before the plant was put into operation.
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An Illinois Power handout photo shows the first fuel rod being loaded into the Clinton nuclear power plant.
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Technicians examine a delivery of the first fuel rods that were part of a refueling of the Clinton nuclear power plant in 1988. About 168 fuel rods create the fusion reaction that turns water into the steam that spins the turbine, which makes electricity at the plant.
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Workers at the Clinton nuclear power plant are dressed in protective suits as they recover cobalt-60 isotope from the plant's spent fuel storage pool earlier this month. The Clinton plant is one of only two in the U.S. that is making the medical isotope, which is critical in the fight against cancer.
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Technicians stand in the vast control area inside Exelon's Clinton nuclear power plant.
Contact Drew Zimmerman at 309-820-3276. Follow Drew on Twitter: @DZimmermanLee
BY THE NUMBERS
9,224,025
net megawatts of energy produced at the Clinton Power Station in 2022
800,000
homes the facility could power
1,080
megawatts of zero-emissions energy the reactor can generate
Technicians inspect new fuel received and will be loaded in the reactor at Clinton Power Station this fall during its planned refueling and maintenance outage.
Photo is taken on the turbine deck at Clinton Power Station in the facility’s turbine and main generator which is used in the process of creating carbon-free nuclear energy for the electrical grid.
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BLOOMINGTON — A Bloomington man faces cocaine charge after an Illinois State Police task force investigation.
Donnell A. Dunbar, 34, was charged Friday with unlawful possession of cocaine with intent to deliver, Class X felony.
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Assistant's State's Attorney Jeffrey Horve said in court that Dunbar is a major drug dealer in the Bloomington-Normal area and was being investigated by Illinois State Police Task Force Six, which conducted multiple drug transactions with the defendant.
Police arrested Dunbar on Thursday after he attempted to escape officers, crashing his vehicle into a squad car and refusing to get out before he was removed from the vehicle, Horve said.
Officers found approximately 78 grams of cocaine, packaging materials, a scale and money received from the task force drug transactions, Horve said.
Dunbar was on mandatory supervised release for a 2018 felony in which he was sentenced to 10 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections on a conviction for a Class X unlawful possession of cocaine with intent to deliver, Horve said.
He also has multiple drug related cases in McLean County, spanning from 2009 to 2018, according to court documents.
If convicted, Horve said Dunbar would eligible for a mandatory life sentence because of his previous felonies.
His bond was set at $750,000 with 10% to apply.
An arraignment was scheduled for Aug. 11.
Lab testing for the substance found at the White House on Sunday has come back positive for cocaine, according to a person familiar with the matter. CNN's Priscilla Alvarez has the latest.
Updated mug shots from The Pantagraph
Bryant Lewis
Bryant Lewis, 28, of Bloomington, is charged with home invasion causing injury, a Class X felony. His next appearance is Dec. 30.
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Derek Roesch
Derek Roesch of Saybrook was charged Thursday, Nov. 10 in McLean County Law and Justice Center with several counts, including:
-Two counts of unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon, Class 2 felonies
-One count of unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon while on parole, Class 2 felony
-Two counts of unlawful possession of firearm ammunition by a felon, class 2 felonies
-One count of unlawful possession of firearm ammunition by a felon while on parole, class 2 felony
-Unlawful possession of cannabis with intent to deliver (greater than 2000 grams but less than 5000 grams), a class 1 felony
-Unlawful possession of cannabis (greater than 2000 grams but less than 5000 grams), a class 2 felony
-Unlawful possession of a controlled substance, psylocibin less than 15 grams, a class 4 felony
-Unlawful possession of methamphetamine, less than five grams, a class 3 felony.
-Unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, a class A misdemeanor
Justin M. Mata
Justin M. Mata, 28, no address given, is charged with possession of less than five grams of meth with intent to deliver, a Class 2 felony, and possession of less than five grams of meth, a Class 3 felony. He was released on a $50,000 personal recognizance bond and his next appearance is Dec. 30.
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Marcus D. Wesley
Marcus D. Wesley, 36, is charged with aggravated unlawful use of a weapon in a vehicle (Class 4 felony), unlawful possession of cannabis (Class 3 felony) and unlawful possession of cannabis with the intent to deliver (Class 2 felony).
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Phillip Tinch
Phillip Tinch of Normal was charged Thursday, Nov. 10 at the McLean County Law and Justice Center with several felonies including:
- Five counts of unlawful delivery of a controlled substance, more than one but less than 15 grams of a substance containing cocaine, a Class 1 felony.
-One count of unlawful delivery of a controlled substance, less than one gram of a substance containing cocaine, a Class 2 felony.
Trisha L. Hanke
Trisha L. Hanke, 36, is charged with theft of over $10,000 (Class 2 felony). Court documents indicate she knowingly took $14,000 belonging to a Love's Travel Stop, in LeRoy, where she was employed.
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William B. Givens
William B. Givens, 49, no address given, is charged with unlawful possession of five to 15 grams of meth with intent to deliver, a Class 1 felony, possession of less than five grams of meth with intent to deliver, a Class 2 felony, possession of five to 15 grams of meth, a Class 2 felony, and possession of less than five grams of meth, a Class 3 felony. His next appearance is Dec. 30.
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David L. Oliver
David L. Oliver, 51, of Bloomington, is charged with predatory criminal sexual assault.
Kenneth E. Funk
Kenneth E. Funk, 27, is charged with residential burglary (Class 1 felony) involving an apartment in Lexington on Dec. 31, 2022.
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Jordan R. King
Charges have been filed against Jordan R. King, 34, for violation of the Illinois Violent Offender Against Youth Act.
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Holly M. Isaacson
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Kenneth L. Minton
Kenneth L. Minton, 51, is charged with aggravated home repair fraud (Class 2 felony) and theft (Class 3 felony).
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Tony L. Jackson
Tony L. Jackson, 50, is charged for violation of the Illinois Violent Offender Against Youth Act (Class 2 felony).
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Britley L. Hilger
Britley L. Hilger, 32, is charged with aggravated battery (Class 2 felony) after she supposedly punched a McLean County Detention Facility officer in the chest.
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Jasmine L. Smith
Jasmine L. Smith, 31, is charged with aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol (Class 2 felony) and five counts of endangering the life or health of a child (Class A misdemeanors).
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Jackie S. Claypool
Jackie S. Claypool, 46, appeared for a Friday bond court hearing for two new cases which charged her for one count of burglary (Class 2 felony), four counts of forgery (Class 3) and one count of deceptive practices (Class 4 felony).
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Noah R. Demuth
Noah R. Demuth, 22, of Evanston, is charged with aggravated battery of a peace officer, a Class 2 felony, aggravated battery in a public way, a Class 3 felony, mob action, a Class 4 felony, and obstructing a peace officer, a Class A misdemeanor. His next court date is Feb. 17.
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Brandon L. Parsano
Brandon L. Parsano, 39, is charged with possession of a stolen vehicle, a Class 2 felony. His next appearance is Feb. 17 for an arraignment.
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Alexander N. Williams
Alexander N. Williams, 24, was charged Feb. 2 with the following:
3 counts of unlawful delivery of cannabis between 30 and 500 grams - Class 3 felonies. 2 counts of armed violence - Class X felonies. 1 count of unlawful possession of cannabis between 2,000 and 5,000 grams with the intent to sell - a Class 1 felony. 1 count of unlawful possession of cannabis between 500 and 2,000 grams with the intent to sell - a Class 2 felony. 3 counts of unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon - Class 3 felonies. 1 count of unlawful possession of firearm ammunition by a felon - a Class 3 felony 3 counts of violating the Illinois FOID act - Class 3 felonies.
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Carlos Sanchez-Solozarzano
Carlos H. Sanchez-Solozarzano, 22, was charged with 1 count of criminal sexual assault, a Class 1 felony.
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Jaylin S. Bones
Jaylin S. Bones was charged with four counts of first-degree murder stemming from a homicide in Bloomington last year. A McLean County grand jury also returned a bill of indictment charging him with attempted first degree murder and aggravated battery with a firearm (Class X felony).
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Jordan R. King
Jordan R. King, 34, was charged with violating the Illinois Violent Offender Against Youth Act (Class 2 felony) a second time in under a month.
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Dominique M. Banks
Dominique M. Banks, 32, pleaded guilty to one count of aggravated battery involving strangulation (Class 2 felony). The incident happened in October 2022 and involved one victim.
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Austin T. Daugherty
Austin T. Daugherty, 29, was charged with burglary (Class 2 felony) after he entered an Avis Car Rental, 3201 Cira Drive, in Bloomington, without permission and with the intent to commit theft.
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Sandra M. Lewis
Sandra M. Lewis, 77, is charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance containing MDMB-4E-PINACA, a synthetic cannabinoid, with the intent to deliver (Class X felony).
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Samantha E. Morris
Samantha E. Morris, 40, is charged with aggravated battery of a peace officer (Class 2 felony) after supposedly spitting on a Colfax police officer.
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Nolan C. Love
Nolan C. Love, 46, appeared in court Friday for a bond review hearing after being charged with aggravated domestic battery involving strangulation (Class 2 felony) on Feb. 26.
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Nikkita L. Sandefur
Nikkita L. Sandefur, 36, is charged with unlawful delivery of a controlled substance (Class 2 felony) containing cocaine.
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Katlin M.B. Wilson
Katlin M.B. Wilson, 32, is charged with aggravated identity theft (Class 2 felony) after being accused of fraudulently obtaining money exceeding $300 but not exceeding $10,000 from a 60 year old man.
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Eli C. Garozzo
Eli C. Garozzo, 20, is charged with two counts of home invasion, a Class X felony, two counts of attempted armed robbery, a Class 1 felony, and two counts of residential burglary, a Class 1 felony. His bond was set at $200,000 as a 10% bond, meaning he must pay $20,000 plus fees to be released. His next appearance is an arraignment on April 13.
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Tysean T. Townsend
Tysean T. Townsend, 35, is charged with possession of a stolen motor vehicle (Class 2 felony), three counts of child abduction, aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude a peace officer and obstructing justice (Class 4 felonies).
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Curtis J. Byrd
Curtis J. Byrd, 31, is charged with two counts of burglary (Class 2 felony), two counts of fraud and two counts of financial institution fraud (Class 3 felonies).
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Noral K. Nelson
Noral K. Nelson, 31, was charged with reckless discharge of a firearm (Class 4 felony) after he was arrested in connection to a shooting along the 1500 block of S. Main Street.
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Charles J. Tankson
Charles J. Tankson, 23, was charged with burglary (Class 2 felony), theft and two counts of unlawful use of a debit card (Class 3 felonies).
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Davis, Micah S
Davis was charged with 3 counts of arson, Class 2 felonies, and 3 counts of criminal damage to property, Class 4 felonies.
His next court date is May 5 at 9 a.m.
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Livingston, Joshua D.
Livingston was charged with 2 counts of possessing stolen vehicles, Class 2 felonies, possession of less than 5 grams of methamphetamine, a Class 3 felony, and criminal damage to government property, a Class 4 felony.
His next court date is May 5 at 9 a.m.
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Kevin L. Ewen
Kevin L. Ewen, 42, appeared in a Thursday bond court hearing and was charged with aggravated battery (Class 2 felony), obstructing a peace officer (Class 4 felony) and two counts of resisting a peace officer (Class A misdemeanor).
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Emmanuel K. Mpay
Emmanuel K. Mpay, 23, appeared in a Thursday bond court hearing following a grand jury indictment for two counts of criminal sexual assault (Class 1 felonies).
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Ahmad S. Manns
Ahmad S. Manns, 19, appeared in a Friday bond court hearing and was charged with cannabis trafficking (Class X felony), unlawful possession of cannabis with the intent to deliver (Class 1 felony) and unlawful possession of cannabis (Class 2 felony).
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Dylan R Mann
Dylan R Mann, 31, appeared Friday in bond court following four grand jury indictments for two separate cases relating to aggravated assault and battery.
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Tony L. Jackson
Tony L. Jackson, 50, was charged with possession of a stolen motor vehicle (Class 2 felony), domestic battery, violation of an order of protection and driving while license revoked or suspended (Class 4 felonies).
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William R. Linden
William R. Linden, 79, was released Tuesday on felony burglary charges for trying to pass a forged check at Busey Bank.
Zadek U. Moen
Zadek U. Moen, 20, is facing six felony drug charges after being arrested by the Illinois State Police on Thursday.
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Zachary T. Willis
Zachary T. Willis, 27, is charged with aggravated domestic battery by strangulation (Class 2 felony) and domestic battery subsequent offense (Class 4 felony).
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Cecily M. Sexton
Cecily M. Sexton, 39, was charged with two counts of burglary, a Class 2 felony; one count of forgery, a Class 3 felony; financial institution fraud, a Class 3 felony, and possession of a controlled substance, a Class 4 felony.
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Tonisha A. Jackson
Tonisha A. Jackson, 27, was charged with aggravated domestic battery, a Class 2 felony, and aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, a Class 3 felony.
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
James A. McConnaughay
James A. McConnaughay, 53, appeared in a Friday bond court hearing before Judge Amy McFarland. McConnaughay is charged with unlawful possession of 5-15 grams of methamphetamine (Class 2 felony).
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Jessica M. Longberry
Jessica M. Longberry, 38, appeared in a Friday bond court hearing before Judge Amy McFarland. Longberry is charged with burglary (Class 2 felony) and forgery (Class 3 felony).
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Barry D. Guyton
Barry D. Guyton, 26, was charged with two counts of unlawful delivery of a controlled substance, unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon (Class 2 felonies) two counts of unlawful possession of 15-100 of cocaine with the intent to deliver with one being a Class X felony and the other being a Class 1 felony.
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Keon E. Spiller
Keon E. Spiller, 22, appeared in a Friday bond court hearing before Judge Amy McFarland and was charged with attempted escape after his jury trial reached a verdict.
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Melina Aguilar
Melina Aguilar, 32, was charged with harassment of witnesses (Class 2 felonies) after asking a witness to lie on the record.
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Carlos D. Cregan
Carlos D. Cregan, 35, was charged with harassment of witnesses (Class 2 felonies) after asking a witness to lie on the record.
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Wayne M. Damron
Wayne M. Damron, 52, is charged with one count of violation of the Illinois Murderer and Violent Offender Against Youth Registration Act (Class 2 felony).
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Terrance L. Ford
Terrance L. Ford, 25, is charged with two counts of burglary (Class 2 felony) and two counts of retail theft (Class 3 felony).
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Stanley M. Miller
Stanley M. Miller, 61, was charged Friday with aggravated driving while under the influence of alcohol (Class X felony) and driving while driver's license revoked (Class 4 felony).
MCLEAN COUNTY JAIL
Darryl R. Vinson
Darryl R. Vinson, 60, is charged with violation of the sex offender registration act (Class 2 felony).
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Jarvis K. Heads
Jarvis K. Heads, 46, is charged with two counts of unlawful delivery of cocaine between one and 15 grams (Class 1 felony) and three counts of unlawful delivery of cocaine less than one gram (Class 2 felony).
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Wesley M. Noonan
According to police, 49-year-old Wesley Noonan of Bloomington was indicted on 59 counts of possession of child pornography (Class 2 felony) on Wednesday related to an investigation by BPD's Cyber Crimes Unit.
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Brad Carter
Brad Carter was indicted on Wednesday for eight counts of dissemination of child pornography (Class X felony) and 13 counts of possession of child pornography (Class 2 felony).
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Brian K. Burnett
Burnett is charged with one count of aggravated battery with a firearm, a Class X felony, two counts of aggravated discharge of a firearm, Class 1 felonies, and one count of unlawful use of a firearm by a felon, a Class 2 felony.
The incident in question happened when a drug deal went bad in March 2022 and Burnett shot at the sellers before fleeing.
Burnett is currently in custody of the Illinois Department of Corrections.
His next court date is 1:30 p.m. August 24.
Kenneth D. Downey
Downey is charged with one count of aggravated battery, a Class 2 felony, obstructing peace officers, a Class A misdemeanor, and carrying a concealed firearm in a prohibited area, a Class B misdemeanor.
Downey confronted Illinois State Police at the LeRoy Police Station on July 17 with said firearm in his waistband. He was restrained, and then kicked LeRoy Police Chief Jason Williamson.
His bond was set at $150,000 with 10% to apply. His next court date is 10 a.m. July 28
Kenyon J. Bones
Bones is charged with one count of aggravated battery with a firearm, a Class X felony, two counts of aggravated discharge of a firearm, Class 1 felonies, and one count of unlawful use of a firearm by a felon, a Class 2 felony.
The incident in question happened when a drug deal went bad in March 2022 and Bones shot at the sellers before fleeing.
His bond was set at $500,000 with 10% to apply. His next court date is 9 a.m. July 28
Contact Mateusz Janik at (309) 820-3234. Follow Mateusz on Twitter:@mjanik99
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The Delaware State Fire Marshal’s office is investigating after two men were killed due to a fire that occurred earlier this week at the Clairborne at Lexington Farms housing development in Bear, Delaware.
According to the Fire Marshal's office, on Saturday morning, a 21-year-old man succumbed to injuries he suffered during a fire that occurred in the complex, near Summit Bridge Road and Denny Road at about 3 a.m. on Thursday.
When first responders arrived on the scene that night, officials said, smoke poured from the building and two people were trapped inside. Another two people, who were injured, were found outside the property, the Fire Marshal's office said.
One man who was pulled from that property, a 43-year-old man, was pronounced shortly after being taken to a nearby hospital, and, officials said, a second person, a 21-year-old man, died early Saturday at a hospital, due to injuries suffered during the fire.
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Two dogs also died in the fire, according to the Fire Marshal's office.
The other two people hurt in the fire, officials said, were treated and released.
A cause of this deadly fire, officials said, is still under investigation.
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Q. What new Idaho laws are now in effect that we should be aware of?
A. Following are a few of this year’s new laws in Idaho now in effect:
• Foreign governments or foreign-controlled enterprises may not purchase, acquire or hold any interest in certain types of property in Idaho.
• Homeowners associations may no longer prohibit accessory dwelling units for long-term tenants or family if they are internal to a residence.
• Medical providers may not perform surgeries or provide mediation to change the gender of a child (someone under the age of 18) unless such treatment is necessary for the biological health of the child.
• Credit unions and banks may not boycott industries involving energy-producing, oil drilling or firearm manufacturing, distribution, sale or use.
• Public entities are prohibited from entering into contracts with companies owned or operated by the government of China.
• Beginning in fiscal year 2024, every student in seventh or eighth grade in public school must complete one or more career exploration courses, taught by staff that has participated in a career exploration professional development course approved by the State Board of Education.
• New chapter governing gestational agreements, (agreements in which there is a surrogate mother).
• Corporal punishment, restraint, chemical restraint and seclusion cannot generally be used as forms of discipline in a classroom. However, physical, mechanical restraint or seclusion may be used only when a student is in imminent danger of serious bodily harm.
• New law to allow in-person visitation rights for residents in certain facilities and to provide that visitation shall not be precluded on vaccination status.
• School prayer — an employee of a public college, school district or charter school may pray at any time he is otherwise free to engage in personal conversations or other personal conduct, and a school may not take any adverse action against such employee.
• Either (or both) houses of the Idaho Legislature may intervene in a lawsuit regarding the constitutionality of an Idaho statute.
• Decriminalization of abortions to remove a dead unborn child, the removal of an ectopic or molar pregnancy, or the treatment of a woman who is no longer pregnant.
• Prohibition of business entities requiring a coronavirus vaccination in order to provide a service, product, admission to a venue or transportation services to a person.
• Prohibition of a business entity requiring coronavirus vaccinations as a term of employment unless otherwise required by federal law.
• Amendment to law to define an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy as it relates to public records.
• Expungement of juvenile records lowered from five years to three years as long as certain criteria is met.
• It is a felony to knowingly receive or accept proceeds from illegal sexual activity.
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Cupkin issued a voluntary recall of about 346,000 cups after discovering the potential for lead exposure.
The children's product-maker discovered that its 8oz and 12oz cups may cause "unacceptable exposure" to lead if the bottoms are mistreated. They noted that the liquids in the cup would not be contaminated due to the product's "double-walled" construction.
"Since our founding, Cupkin has always been guided by a strong commitment to producing safe, quality products," the company said. "Our products are rigorously tested by United States CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission)-accredited labs to ensure we provide our consumers with safe products to make their jobs as parents better by using our products."
Cupkin encourages customers who purchased these particular cups between January 2018 and March 2023, to immediately discontinue use.
Customers can also be credited a refund within 4-6 weeks by filling out this form. Affected products cannot be returned to Amazon.
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The free Hopper Trolley kicks off it's inaugural weekend in downtown Greensboro.
The free Hopper Trolley kicks off it's inaugural weekend in downtown Greensboro.
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BARBOURSVILLE, WV (WOWK) – Wyatt Blake was going about his normal routine Friday evening, unaware of the surprise concert the Cabell-Midland High School Marching Knights had planned.
“I hadn’t heard from this big band in so long. It just feels so nostalgic just to like hear them play again, it just takes me back to the old days,” Blake says after a group of current and former band members made their way into his backyard.
Wyatt says this was a surreal moment for him since he was a marching knight himself back in high school.
Fellow Marching Knights say this was all this to show their support for Wyatt who was recently diagnosed with cancer.
“He is part of our family as a former member of the Marching Knights,” Cabell-Midland High School Senior J.R. Ash says explaining why they decided to hold the surprise concert for Wyatt on Friday.
Wyatt says he did enjoy the good music and the unexpected reunion with old friends, but one of his favorite parts was feeling all the love and support from his extended marching band family.
“I’m really thankful that a lot of people are showing their support and love in their own little way and I’m really thankful for that. Yeah, I’m really thankful for that,” Wyatt tells 13 News.
Wyatt’s family says he’s doing good so far and that they’re also grateful to see a “village” standing behind him as he faces this new challenge.
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State and provincial leaders from the northwestern U.S. and Canada gathered in Boise this week for an annual summit between the region’s governments. They kicked off the gathering by considering the challenges and opportunities involved with decarbonization of the energy system.
The Pacific Northwest Economic Region is a public-private non-profit organization created by the states of Idaho, Montana, Washington, Oregon and Alaska, the provinces of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and the Yukon and Northwest Territories to collaborate on regional solutions to global issues. State and provincial governments statutorily created PNWER in the 1990s, and the organization quickly grew to include private sector participation as well.
Monday’s panel discussions focused on technological and regulatory changes that the U.S. and Canada will need to reach net-zero carbon emissions while also ensuring equity for their rural communities.
“The aspirations are ambitious, but they’re not intractable,” said executive director Dan Kirschner from the Northwest Gas Association. “We need to be thoughtful and deliberate as we move forward down this decarbonization pathway to ensure that we can continue delivering clean, affordable energy that we can rely on when and where we need it.”
“I think this past year the foot’s gone off the gas on that effort a little bit, because of the war in Ukraine,” said Justin Riemer, CEO of Emissions Reduction Alberta. “There’s a little bit more rational thought around the economic costs required to do these significant decarbonization agendas… We need to learn from one another if we’re going to be able to accelerate this and not develop these [advancements] in silos.”
STRATEGIC MINERALS
Idaho Senate President Pro Tempore Chuck Winder, the outgoing president of PNWER, said the focus for the 2023 annual summit was security and sustainability in the energy, food, and critical mineral sectors.
In remarks at the summit, Winder and Idaho Gov. Brad Little both referenced the Chinese government’s recent move to restrict exports of two rare earth minerals used in computer chip manufacturing. Those minerals could be mined locally here in North America, the state leaders said, but are currently imported from overseas, and losing access to them could cripple domestic electronic manufacturing industries.
“In most cases, for critical minerals, they’re our sole source,” Winder told summit attendees. “They’re critical to our windmills, to our generation of alternative energy, production of solar panels, microchips, about anything that’s related to energy. The Chinese have amazing control over natural resources that really are available in our two countries – but our countries have made the choice that we’re going to do it from a foreign source, we’re not going to have the impact on the environment in our countries.”
Those goals of secure and sustainable mineral, energy and food production align with the bi-national organization’s mission of increasing economic well-being and quality of life in the region while maintaining and enhancing the environment.
“I believe in the deepest part of my heart that we all want clean air, clean water, and we don’t want to pollute the land. There’s a way to do that if we work together,” Winder said.
DEVELOPING TECHNOLOGIES
“There’s a lack of understanding from the general public on how much it will cost to do all this. It’s going to cost a lot of money,” Winder said. “The goals are good, but where’s the plan?”
Many of the energy industry panelists sounded optimistic that they could achieve decarbonization in the near future. However, they were clear eyed about the hurdles ahead of reaching net zero or negative carbon emissions.
“We have a lot of work to do. We can’t set aside any of our options, including carbon capture with those fossil resources, nuclear, wind, solar, geothermal. We’ve got to use everything,” said Shannon Bragg-Sitton, Integrated Energy & Storage Systems division director for the Idaho National Laboratory.
“We first need to replace the high-quality heat that is being provided by fossil fuel resources to many of our industrial applications,” she said. “We also need a large source of clean hydrogen as a key energy carrier that becomes a feedstock for agricultural fertilizers, synthetic liquid fuels, chemicals, steel manufacturing. Finally, we need a large source of clean electricity that’s reliable, resilient, dispatchable – meaning it’s available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – and that needs to be affordable to the consumer.”
Bragg-Sitton also discussed the importance of optimizing the different types of fuel available, rather than seeing them as disconnected systems. Nuclear reactors primarily produce heat, she pointed out, and it is inefficient to convert that heat into electricity for transmission and then back into heat at its destination. She also discussed the emerging technique of producing hydrogen fuel at already licensed nuclear sites, such as Nine Mile Point in New York. That demonstration project already produces enough hydrogen for the plant’s daily operational use, and two similar projects will come online soon in Ohio and Minnesota.
“Right now, our markets are looked at separately. We have our electricity markets, and then we have heat applications for industry, and we have transportation over here,” said Bragg-Sitton. “I think we need to be a lot more creative with regulators by looking at cross sectoral analysis, better understanding how we can use energy from one sector to benefit another.”
The discussions even included off-the-cuff questions and suggestions among the panelists about how their respective organizations could reprocess or take advantage of materials that other industries consider waste or a bottleneck in their own processes.
“There’s a lot of technologies, and we’re evaluating every single one,” said Kai Guo, West Region vice president of Hydrogen Infrastructure Development at Mitsubishi Power.
Other industry leaders pointed out that they need to look at the problem from both ends of the equation, both in clean energy production and consumption.
“In addition to decarbonizing the energy markets – you know, the grid – we have to think about other sectors; manufacturing, agriculture. How do we decarbonize all those sectors as well?” Jeff Morris of Schneider Electric said. “Do we have the technology readily available to use ammonia, hydrogen, and other forms of clean fuel? I think that’s probably a key challenge that will take some years to overcome.”
“It’s not just the technology,” said Renewable Gas and Low Carbon Fuels director David Bennett from gas company FortisBC. “It’s how do you commercialize it, and how do you put the business rules in place?”
REGULATORY FRAMEWORKS
A recurring theme among the panelists was that it can be tough to predict where the market will go because these technologies are evolving so quickly.
“We range from an extremely aggressive carbon policy like the state of Washington to no carbon policy like Idaho, and so it’s extremely disjointed,” said Jeff Kugel, power supply director at Oregon-based PNGC Power. “From a utility perspective, we need tools to attack this problem, to decarbonize and achieve our goals.”
Bennett gave an example of a low-carbon fuel credit in British Columbia, originally written for fuel physically delivered to the province. Currently, newer businesses producing clean fuels inside the province can’t take advantage of it.
“It’s the outcomes that policymakers need to be focused on – because the technologies will allow you to deliver those outcomes that you aspire to. But we get locked in technology silos, it drives me nuts,” Morris said. It’s tough for utilities operating across multiple jurisdictions when those governments have different priorities and metrics for evaluating power sources, he argued, adding policymakers should focus on outcomes rather than fighting over which fuel and transmission should or shouldn’t be legal.
“If we don’t want to have carbon emissions, then if the natural gas industry is able to come up with something like renewable gas or hydrogen, then they should be allowed to do that. We shouldn’t say, because something comes to your house in a pipe, that’s bad,” Morris said. “Don’t be too prescriptive.”
A number of American cities have banned gas infrastructure in new construction projects since 2019, including New York state earlier this year. However, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals recently struck down the first law of its kind in Berkeley, CA.
Lawmakers in Idaho on near-party lines this session passed a law that bans local governments from prohibiting or restricting natural gas energy and other types of utility connections.
“We absolutely have to think about the infrastructure,” Bragg-Sitton said. “What can we utilize from existing infrastructure? What do we need to put in place very rapidly to support this transition? How do we do so in a way that does not leave any of the communities behind that currently rely on those fossil fuels for their economies?”
ENSURING EQUITY
The energy industry leaders repeatedly emphasized the need to minimize energy price impacts for everyday consumers, especially on tribal reservations and in rural areas whose economies have relied on fossil fuels.
Morris was optimistic that flexible renewable energy options and small-scale microgrids could offer affordable energy to areas in areas where it has been cost prohibitive for utility companies to run a short transmission line. “You’re looking at some of the biggest high-voltage lines anywhere in North America, usually within eyesight of the property, and yet, they don’t have adequate electricity,” he said.
“That is something that is really hard to change, and has established distrust in some of those communities,” Bragg-Sitton said. “We are getting ahead of that now. If there’s even a point of consideration for new energy systems, there are members of the national laboratory research team or industry in those communities from day one, saying, ‘OK, here’s the options we have available.’ It might be nuclear, solar, wind – whatever that might be – and [we are] making those communities part of that decision process from day one, rather than telling them what needs to be done.”
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Stark County Health Department to spray for mosquitoes next week
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The Stark County Health Department will spray for mosquitoes next week according to the following schedule:
Tuesday: Villages of Beach City and Brewster
Wednesday: Village of Hartville
Thursday: Villages of Navarre and Hills and Dales
Spraying will take place after 8 p.m. In case of rain, high winds, or cold temperatures, spraying will be postponed. People who suffer with respiratory ailments may vacate the area. Beekeepers should take the necessary precautions to protect their hives. Do not approach the vehicle
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INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis native and radio personality Ron Sexton, known to listeners of "The BOB & TOM Show" as "Donnie Baker," died Friday.
Sexton's family announced his death on the Donnie Baker Facebook page, writing, "It is with immense sadness that we let everyone know that Ron Sexton passed away yesterday. He was Donnie Baker to most of you, but Ron and Dad to us. Please respect our privacy at this time and pray for our family."
Sexton passed away in Ohio while on tour with his stand-up comedy show, according to a statement attributed to Tom Griswold on "The BOB & TOM Show" Facebook page:
"Ron was known by millions of listeners of "The Bob & Tom Show" for the indelible comedic characters he played on-air - including Donnie Baker, Kenny Tarmac, and Floyd the Trucker, as well as his spot-on celebrity impersonations. Ron was a much-loved colleague and friend, and we will miss him greatly. We send our sincerest condolences to his family and friends. He made many, many people happy during his more than 20 years with "The Bob & Tom Show," and we will remember him with love and gratitude."
A cause of death was not announced.
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ORLANDO, Fla. — A man was arrested Monday morning for breaking into multiple homes in Lake Nona, according to the Orlando Police Department.
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Officers responded to 911 calls around 1 a.m. regarding a burglar breaking into several residences in the 11000 block of Lorenza Ln.
According to a news release, when the first officer arrived, he heard the man trying to break into another residence.
Then, more officers arrived, including an OPD K-9, to assist in the search for the suspect.
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Police said the suspect tried to run away through the exit of the community he was breaking into.
Around 1:30 a.m., the suspect was arrested and identified as 26-year-old Brayan Rodriguez.
Investigators said he was a suspect in several other burglaries and attempted burglaries in the area that happened a few nights prior.
According to jail records, Rodriguez bonded out of jail on July 18; he was facing charges of burglary and attempted burglary.
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SERIAL BURGLAR CAUGHT: The Orlando Police Department has arrested a man suspected of several burglaries in the city of Orlando. Brayan Rodriguez (DOB 11/18/96) was arrested on July 17th, 2023 after breaking into/attempting to break into residences in the Lake Nona area. pic.twitter.com/pgRD15vAd9
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ATLANTIC CITY — The resort is a 24-hour gaming mecca, with stores allowed to operate around the clock until an ordinance passed in April required those in higher-crime areas to close from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m.
A large group of affected store owners, mostly from the South Asian community, crowded a City Council meeting this week to protest what they considered unfair restrictions on their business hours.
“We feel this is discrimination,” said MD Alam of New York Deli at 649 New York Ave. “For crime you can’t shut down business like this. It’s not going to stop the crime.”
Other store owners said they are being unfairly blamed for the city’s failure to control crime.
The Pakistani-American Muslim Organization of South Jersey filed suit this month against the city over the ordinance, and a judge quickly restrained it from taking effect until further court action set for July 27.
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Council passed the ordinance as a public safety measure to discourage drug dealers and others from loitering in front of open stores — many on Atlantic Avenue — often ducking inside when police approach.
Achmed Abdullah Sr., a Black Muslim, said the stores must acknowledge the part they play.
“They are not hanging out in front of a store for no reason. They can run in and out as safe haven when police come up,” Abdullah said. “The avenue is like that now because some store owners have given them safe haven to rant and play games.
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“If you know what you are allowing in your store, and it’s not supposed to be done, then stop it,” Abdullah said.
Limited hours will create a hardship for businesses, which have high costs, Alam said, citing high property taxes and his $600-a-month bill for trash and recycling collection.
“It has to come from the business,” Alam said. “Please do something different. Make a law for everybody, not a few businesses.”
Alam and other store owners who spoke said they regularly call police about illegal activity, but police often don’t arrive in time to catch the perpetrators.
“We call the 911, and it’s 15 to 20 minutes before police come,” said Tariq Mehmood. “How can we hold a person who robs the store for 15 minutes?”
Typical response times are shorter than that, Deputy Chief Bridget Pierce said, but if store owners would give her dates and times they called she would look into whether there was a delay and what the reasons may have been.
“We asked for the ordinance,” said Black community activist Steve Young. “You take our money out of this community every day and you don’t see what our children are going through and our mothers.”
Young said everyone in the community has to help police.
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“Yeah, it’s about enforcement, but they can’t do it by themselves,” Young said.
Jahir Uddin of EZ Super Mart at 1338 Atlantic Ave., across from the public library, said all stores should be open the same hours.
“If my store is closed ... all the hangout people can go to the next store,” Uddin said. “Crime will stay there. It is never going to stop.”
Mayor Marty Small Sr. told the group he couldn’t say much because of the litigation but wanted to clarify that the decision was not his alone.
“I did not do this. We did it,” Small said of himself and council. “Check the facts.”
The ordinance was sponsored by all of council and passed with seven yes votes and one abstention from Councilman George Tibbitt.
Tibbitt said he abstained on the ordinance because he thought the hour restriction was too long.
“I agreed with you mayor, something had to be done with all the shootings and violence that happens on a daily basis,” said Tibbitt, until recently an ally of Small but now part of the 5-4 bloc on council that tends to oppose him.
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“I felt the time should be 12 at night to 6 a.m. so they could get the breakfast business,” Tibbitt said of why he didn’t vote for it. “I do understand their point. They feel they are being singled out.”
At that point, council attorney Robert Tarver warned council members they should be careful what they say as the matter is in litigation.
Council then decided to discuss it further in executive session but took no action on the issue when they came back into public session.
The original proposed ordinance required closing from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., but Councilwoman La’Toya Dunston convinced council to extend the closing to 8 a.m. to allow students more time to get to school before the businesses in troubled areas reopen.
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Overseen by one of the oldest continuously operating homeowners’ associations in the United States, and encompassing some of the most iconic and historically significant properties on the East Coast, the St. Leonard’s Tract of Ventnor keeps a discerning eye on what is constructed within its metaphorical walls.
Anything new is going to come under severe scrutiny from the St. Leonard’s Tract Neighborhood Association (StLeonardsTract.org), and have to fall within some pretty strict guidelines of conformity to blend in with the unique character of the neighborhood, which is almost entirely single-family residential and contains some luxurious properties a century old or older.
Not only were the two new beach-block homes at 107 and 109 S. Cambridge Ave. unlikely to receive any backlash from the association when plans were first proposed, the properties’ new owners and developers took some extra measures to make sure both masterpieces — each with an inground pool in a spacious fenced-in rear yard — qualified as sources of pride in the tract.
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The two homes replaced a solid-brick cottage that straddled two conforming, buildable lots, each 50 feet wide and 125 feet deep, which is large by seashore-home standards but very much the norm in that hallowed area. The original home had a detached two-car brick garage adjacent to it that took up much of the other contiguous lot. In 2011, the property’s original owners — descendants of those who originally built the home and garage in 1930 — received Zoning Board approval to subdivide the property back to two buildable lots.
Burns & Klemm Custom Home Builders (BurnsKlemm.com) was hired to develop the property for the new owners, teaming with renowned local architect Nicholas Ludovich to draw up the plans for both homes — including seven bedrooms and 5½ bathrooms in 109 and seven bedrooms and 4½ baths and a large family bonus room in 107 — leaving part of the brick foundation intact when construction began as a sort of tip-of-the-cap to the property’s history.
“The St. Leonard’s Tract is an extremely historical area, so any time you can preserve a little bit of history, it feels good,” says Michael Riordan of Keller Williams Realty Atlantic Shore, the home’s listing agent. “They kept that as a touch of tradition.”
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To ensure the existing brickwork was structurally stable, John Burns of Burns & Klemm (the Best of The Press Gold Medal winner for home builders in 2018) consulted with John Hopkins of John P. Hopkins & Son Brickwork of Brigantine. Hopkins not only gave it the green light, he expressed awe in how structures tended to be over-engineered decades ago and designed to withstand anything Mother Nature might throw at it.
Along those lines, both new homes were engineered with the finest in modern building materials. Each features a four-stop elevator originating from its attached-garage ground floor, three separate HVAC systems and three varied-level front decks that overlook the beach, Boardwalk and venerable Ventnor Fishing Pier (located at South Cambridge and the Boardwalk), which traces its history to 1914 and is the state’s longest fishing pier.
“For 109 (nearer the beach), I stepped it back about two feet so that 107 sticks out further to give it a better unobstructed view,” says Burns. “With lots that are 125 feet deep, we had a ton of room to kind of get creative and maximize space.”
Both homes also boast such amenities as two master suites with incredible deck views; gourmet kitchens with top-of-the-line Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, custom cabinetry and high-end quartz countertops; spacious open-floor plans on both main living areas; oasis-like backyard entertainment areas with enclosed outside showers; rear decks overlooking the pool area, and an overall ambience of sophistication and elegance throughout.
There will be an open house for both properties from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 22 and 23.
For more information, or to take a tour of either of these two luxurious new homes, call the direct line of listing agent Michael Riordan of Keller Williams Realty Atlantic Shore at 609-339-6004, or his office number at 609-266-7676. You can also email Mike at MrVentnor.com, or go to MrVentnor.com or BurnsKlemm.com for more information.
This article was produced with the support of Michael Riordan of Keller Williams Realty Atlantic Shore and John Burns of Burns & Klemm Custom Home Builders.
Newly listed homes for sale in the South Jersey area
5 Bedroom Home in Atlantic City - $799,000
OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY JULY 23RD, 10-12. Don't miss this lower Chelsea stunner! This recently renovated 5 bedroom 3.1 bath home sits on a large 42 X 80 lot with plenty of room for the whole family. New roof, windows, insulation, framing, siding, electric, plumbing & HVAC. Very functional open layout, with kitchen that features white soft close cabinets, quartz counters & frigidaire appliance package. Walk in pantry and large deck off the kitchen that leads to a fenced yard with plenty of room for the kiddies. Breezy front porch with ceiling fan. 2nd floor has three bedrooms and 2 fulll baths and 3rd floor features 2 more bedrooms with another full bath. Plenty of storage on the ground level for bikes, chairs and beach toys. Half a block to the beach and boardwalk and one block to the desirable Bartram Avenue beach area. Best value in Chelsea for a single family so close to the beach. Put this one on your list! Call for more details.
5 Bedroom Home in Northfield - $679,000
Sutton Woods Stunning Property! Almost 4 Acres of unbuildable woods surround this 3300+ sq foot home with 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths. Impressive curb appeal as the home is set back off the street with a long driveway and a paver walkway. 2 story impressive entryway with an oversized living room / dining room combo to the left. There are beautiful hardwood floors here! Off the dining room is a newer 3 season room with composite decking, micro screens surrounding (which will keep out pesky gnats) and clear and retractable windows which will keep out the pollen! And the tranquil and private outer deck which overlooks the current swing set or future pool. The eat-in kitchen with a center island has granite countertops, 42” upper cabinets and stainless appliances. Also, 2 large pantries! There is an office/playroom or 5th bedroom on the 1st floor with a full bathroom with Toto toilet. The two story family room has a wall of windows and a gas fireplace and leads to the laundry room, with sink and the 2 car garage with a 4 bike electric lift. There is a back set of steps in addition to the front curving stairs. The 2nd floor has 4 bedrooms, a hall bathroom with two sinks and Toto toilet and an enormous master suite with a large walk-in closet and a recently renovated bathroom with 2 sinks, 2 person shower, private toilet room with a Toto toilet and a standalone bathing tub. There is plenty of storage through this home including an attic above the garage and an attic above the 2nd floor.
5 Bedroom Home in Little Egg Harbor - $599,000
The Enchanted Garden awaits right here at the end of the cul-de-sac of Pembrook Ct. This Beautiful Symon model by Stonehenge is quite charming and offers almost a half acre of beautifully landscaped property and a lovely home. Walk into this 5 bedroom 3 bath home in awe of the condition and how much pride of ownership shows. This stately home offers 9ft ceilings on the 1st floor, has updates from original build: Traditional Colonial layout with Formal living and dining rooms, open floor plan with a beautiful kitchen with a center island, newer granite counters and backsplash. Family room has a gas fireplace, and hardwood floors throughout the first floor. First floor has 1 bedroom currently used as an office along with a full bath great for someone who may need to stay on 1 level. Second floor has 4 bedrooms, the main having a full bath and walk in closet with additional storage within. This home has a full basement approx 1272 sq. ft, (1,172 sq ft are finished and unable space for entertaining, a home gym, play room you name it. There is a well for irrigation, sprinkler system, paver patio, fire pit, area for grilling, newer 2 zoned HVAC, To name a few of the amenities right here in the heart of Little Egg Harbor, come see this exceptional home and upscale side-walked community which is just minutes to the bay and beach, close to local marinas, regional shopping and public transportation & highways.
4 Bedroom Home in Egg Harbor Township - $470,900
BUYERS FINANCING FELL THROUGH, NOW'S YOUR CHANCE TO BUY YOUR DREAM HOME! Sea Pine Estates Listing! Introducing this Venice style 2 story, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath Ryan Homes property located in the beautiful Sea Pine Estates. Neighborhood. Across from beautiful Bargaintown Park. The first floor offers a sitting room, powder room, living room with a gas burning fireplace, kitchen and dining room. The second floor offers 4 generous sized bedrooms, 2 full baths and a second floor laundry room, including a finished basement with a full bath that could be used as a mother-in-laws suite or guest suite. This home also offers an ADT alarm system . There's plenty of room in the fenced in backyard to have summer celebrations on the patio, the patio offers an outdoor gas line to hook up your grill or create an outdoor kitchen.
3 Bedroom Home in Little Egg Harbor - $250,000
What A find*Investors Wanted**Starting Bid at $250000 Home is waiting to be finished*3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath 2 story with a waterview and bulkhead on a 50x100 lot*Original Home knocked down from Storm*All Utilities accessible*Home Framed with Windows*Roof*Sheathing up on a elevated piling foundation*Home also framed out for an Elevator for Handicap Accessibility*CASH DEAL ONLY!!
4 Bedroom Home in Mays Landing - $550,000
Welcome to West Ave! The Perfect location to enjoy the Greater Egg Harbor River and also have your own Farm! This well-kept 4 Bed, 2 1/2 Bath Custom Built home has everything you could need! The Master Bedroom on the 1st Floor has an Oversized Walk-In Closet and a Double Vanity Sink in the Master Bath. The Kitchen was Remodeled with Craft Made Cabinets, Stainless Steel Appliances, A Center Island with beautiful Granite Countertops, Kick-Out Drawers, a Window Seat and tons of Cabinet space. Remodeled Mud Room, Washer/Dryer, Half Bath and Basement Access all sit off of the Kitchen. Walk into the Open Living Room Space with a Built-In Wood Burning Fireplace and Beautiful Hickory Flooring. Upstairs there are Three Bedrooms and One Full Bathroom. Inside Access to Basement leads to a Partially Finished Basement and more Space for Storage! Outside Access to Basement Leads to more Storage Room! 2 Car Detached Garage with a Lean-to Attached to the back. Bring your Farm Animals to the 2 Stall Shed on the side of the house that leads to the Large Fenced-In Area out Front. Entire Back Yard Enclosed with Keypad Access through the Gate to the Horseshoe Driveway! HW Heater, Boiler and AC Unit all have a 10 Year Transferrable Warranty. All of this PLUS Deeded Access to the Greater Egg Harbor River and a Boat Ramp! You HAVE to come check this one out for yourself!!!
5 Bedroom Home in Ocean City - $1,099,900
Ocean City Homes "Surf Sider" single family in really nice condition which is situated on a 54x94 lot with 5 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Sold fully furnished " turn key" and equipped. Carefree exterior maintenance with the vinyl siding, and front and rear decks with Trex decking. Additional features, multi-zone gas forced air heat & central air and a nice size kitchen with custom cabinets and granite countertops. Large rear deck with an awning and plenty space for outdoor dining. Nice size rear yard with vinyl fencing and alley access with rear off street parking off the alley. Plenty of exterior storage with the two large sheds. Located close to the beach, Corson's Inlet State Park and the other southend amenities on 55th street.
4 Bedroom Home in Linwood - $749,000
This unique rancher-style home futures four bedrooms and two and half bathrooms. The interior offers a specious and open floor plan, designed to create a sense of openness and fluidity throughout the living spaces. The house boasts beautiful finishes and attention to details, including gorgeous crown moldings and custom lightning, combining functionality with aesthetic appeal. With its ample space and inviting layout, this house is sure to provide a comfortable and enjoyable living experience. This exceptional house features a specious master suite that offers luxurious retreat for relaxation and comfort. The master bathroom is thoughtfully designed with a delightful jacuzzi tub and custom shower, providing you with the ultimate spa-like experience in the comfort of your own home. Furthermore , the master-suite includes a large walk-in closet, allowing for ample storage space and adding convenience to your daily routine. This elegant and well-appointed master suite adds a touch of luxury and sophistication to the overall appeal of the house, making it a truly remarkable living space. This remarkable house also includes a fantastic, over 400 square-feet bonus room, which provides you with a versatile space for multiple uses. Whether you desire a home office, a playroom for the kids, a home gym, a home theater, or a hobby room, this bonus area caters to your specific needs and allows you to customize the space to your liking. With such flexibility, the possibilities are endless, making it an excellent addition to this already extraordinary home. In addition to its impressive features, this house also included a gorgeous backyard with well-maintained landscape, providing a serene and picturesque setting. A specious deck extends from the house, offering a delightful outdoor space for relaxation and entertainment. Whether you hosting a gatherings or simply enjoying some quiet time outdoors, this house offers a fantastic blend of indoor and outdoor living options for your enjoyment.
4 Bedroom Home in Beach Haven - $3,500
WINTER RENTAL. For the first time offered as a winter rental, enjoy this spacious, 4 bed, 3 bath home in the heart of Beach Haven!
4 Bedroom Home in Brigantine - $734,900
Beautiful 2 story golf course view home in the North end of Brigantine. Home has a concrete drive and the area leading to the rear and rear yard is all pavers. The rear deck is huge and overlooks the golf course. When you step into the home and out of the foyer you will find yourself in a flowing open style floor plan from the living room to Huge family room then dining room. The kitchen is very large with plentry of counter space and Cabinates. Off the Kitchen is a small alcove that leads into the utility room, powder room and attached garage. Travel up the open carpeted stairs to the upstairs area consisting of your master bedroom with large walk-in closet and MNaster Bath. The rest of the upper level is a full hall bath and 3 additional bed rooms
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ATLANTIC CITY — At Boogie Nights on the weekend, Tina Notaro is a glitzy, gleaming, intergalactic space oddity named Sparkle who pumps up the crowd with a bubble gun in one hand and an oversized silver pinwheel in the other.
At community events, Notaro is a juggling “pink girl,” mystical mermaid or another clownish character who puts smiles on everyone’s faces with her upbeat, positive energy.
But whether it’s a family-friendly event or just for the sake of partying, Notaro is always looking for unconventional ways to spread joy and positivity throughout the community.
The 30-year-old Atlantic City resident is a professionally licensed clown, special events coordinator for the Chelsea Economic Development Corp. and a communications liaison for small businesses, organizations and local artists that need help promoting events.
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“I would describe Tina as one of the most optimistic and creative people. Her mind is always coming up with new events, reasons to get people to congregate and ways to help the community,” said Marcos Morgan, 24, a local DJ who goes by “Big Body Kito,” who has partnered with Notaro’s Noetrope Network since 2021. “At the same time, Tina still holds this childlike excitement and awe for everything she does and creates.”
Noetrope is a collective of DJs, performance artists and other creatives Notaro has gathered to collaborate on events like the New Moon Night Market and Full Moon Beach Rave.
Smaller businesses and local artists who can’t show their work during normal business hours gather for the night market from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. once a month at the Anchor Rock Club in the Orange Loop district. The beach rave events happen once a month during the summer. Local flow artists — think light-up hula hoopers and fire breathers — and musicians perform while attendees enjoy a party on the beach.
“I always wanted to contribute to the community, and this felt like the most comfortable one to join,” said Notaro, who became a full-time resident in 2020. “It always felt a little more like home compared to other cities I’ve been to.”
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In addition to being a professionally licensed clown, Notaro is an ordained wedding officiant and has worked on two local political campaigns, one for Pamela Thomas-Fields’ run against Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr. in 2020, the other for Mico Lucide’s run for Atlantic County clerk in 2021.
Notaro doesn’t wear the typical white clown makeup because she hasn’t yet found her “face,” which is different for each licensed clown. Clowns that want to trademark their faces paint their signature look on an egg, then send it to the Clowns International Egg Registry, which has been around since 1947. Registering a clown egg face costs about $80.
But she does do different circus acts besides juggling, like comedy, hula hooping, giant bubble blowing and dancing.
“Tina is a gem and cornerstone in the Atlantic City community and a force to be reckoned with creatively,” said Morgan. “Anyone who has met Tina knows she would give you her last bite of food, shirt off her back, a room in her house or literally anything she could do for someone in need, and the world needs more people like that. “
Notaro quit her job as a communications manager for the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities in April 2022 to focus on doing what she loves.
Although it was a good experience for a 2019 Stockton University alumna with a fresh bachelor’s degree in environmental science, she knew she didn’t want to continue working for the state, or government.
“I was thrilled that she quit her day job to focus on organizing events in Atlantic City,” said Elizabeth Terenik, president of the Chelsea Economic Development Corp. “She is the perfect mix of smarts, businesswoman and community activist. “
After working various roles for the EDC, Terenik hired Notaro for her event-planning skills.
Notaro worked with the corporation’s outreach team to communicate with residents for the Global Grooves event at the North2Shore Festival in June. The event drew about 600 people.
“Events are a very effective method of economic development, helping small businesses to sell their products and attracting people to the city. Events also improve the quality of life for residents. Tina totally gets this,” Terenik said.
Notaro said she always liked throwing parties, making guest lists and invitations since the time she attended Egg Harbor Township High School. She was active in theater, media and created a film festival for the school. She was also voted class clown .
“Sometimes you don’t realize your strengths because they come naturally,” Notaro said.
When she went to Stockton in 2017, she started a juggling club and ended up dating a juggler who taught her different performing arts and how to book her own gigs.
Her first booking as a clown was a fundraiser for the Atlantic City Arts Foundation in 2018. After that, she was booked at the former Bourre restaurant on New York Avenue and other local events.
With enough consistent work to sustain her, she quit her state job and focused on doing what she loves most, which is making Atlantic City “a little better than how she found it.”
To do this, she founded the Noetrope Network in 2021.
The creative network allowed her to connect with city artists, entrepreneurs and open-minded people to host different niche experiences, like the beach rave, night market and “Fatal Flaws Singles Mixer” at Tony’s Baltimore Grill.
“These events change lives, from giving people a safe, inclusive place to party and be themselves, to providing stages for up-and-coming DJs,” Morgan said. “Having a biweekly chance to practice our craft in front of hundreds of people who appreciate and support what we do works wonders for a creative, especially when we usually need to water down our passions/sound to secure corporate and wedding (bill paying) gigs.”
Notaro also hosts solo events, like her late-night sidewalk karaoke, where she randomly sets up a speaker and microphone outside a business (with their approval) at midnight and lets people sing their hearts out on the street. Or her Left-Handed Club’s annual get-together on National Left-Handed Day, which is Aug. 13.
She cites as mentors Greg Mungan, the production director for the Anchor Rock Club, who hosts diverse and inclusive events; Jon Henderson, the founder of Good Time Tricycle Productions, who produces specialty niche events in the city, and Terenik, for her leadership skills.
Although, Terenik said, “I would say we mentor each other.”
For now, Notaro’s goal is to keep giving back to the community by being a clown and producing unique events, as well as growing the Noetrope Network of artists who work together to uplift each other both spiritually and financially.
“Tina is bringing a new light to Atlantic City, a place I never would’ve expected myself to spend so much time in, and the city needs it,” Morgan said.
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It’s an easy forecast this weekend: sunshine, comfortable temperatures and, perhaps most importantly, low humidity will spread across South Jersey and the Jersey Shore this weekend. Our first heat wave of 2023 may come at the end of next week, though.
The daily rounds of thunderstorms last week and hours of soaking rain Sunday pulled parts of South Jersey out of drought in Thursday's update.
A cold front passed through the area Friday evening, which will unleash a three-day spell of dew points in the upper 50s to low 60s Saturday through Monday. By my count, that’s our longest stretch this dry in about a month.
With the driest air will come more sunshine. We’ll likely start out plenty sunny Saturday and Sunday mornings. Then, we’ll mix with a few afternoon clouds as we reach our convective temperatures, the temperature that air near the surface must reach for clouds to form from the sun shining alone.
Speaking of temperatures, we’ll have 60s for our morning low for Egg Harbor Township and inland towns. In fact, we should be below 65 degrees for our Sunday morning low, our coolest since July 1. Longport and the shore will sit around 70 degrees.
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Daytime high temperatures will be in the seasonable mid- to upper 80s everywhere. Some shore towns will dip into the 70s at times as the sea breeze develops. The beaches will have a low risk of rip currents both days, and water temperatures should hang around 70 degrees on the oceanside.
Evenings will slide into the 70s under a mainly clear sky.
So everything from the Willow Creek Winery Country Music Festival on Saturday to the Bay Atlantic Symphony at Surfside Sunday will be great. Get out, enjoy and support all of our local businesses, farms and events.
Monday will be nearly the same as the weekend. We already said the humidity would be fairly low. I did introduce a p.m. inland shower or storm, though, as a cold front approaches. The shore should wind up completely dry. Highs Monday will be in the upper 80s inland to the low 80s at the beaches.
The humidity will come back for Tuesday and beyond. Eventually, the heat will too in what could be our first heat wave of 2023.
Expect a dry, sunny Tuesday. Humidity will be noticeable, but I wouldn’t call it sticky yet. Expect 80s for highs.
A shower or storm will then be possible Wednesday. That said, more than half of us are going to be totally dry, especially north of the Atlantic City Expressway. Highs will flirt with 90 degrees inland.
The second half of the week is then expected to hit at or above 90 degrees inland, with highs in the low to mid-90s Friday.
The muggy air will be back in full force, with dew points in the 70s. It’ll feel like 100 degrees during the afternoon in spots.
The shore will be in the low to mid-80s.
Finally, hop on over to my Facebook page, Meteorologist Joe Martucci. I’m running a giveaway contest for hitting 10,000 followers. Good luck!
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SACRAMENTO, California — Two people were hurt after a shooting early Saturday morning, the Sacramento Police Department said.
The shooting happened around 12:18 a.m. in the 3700 block of Ripley Street, according to police. Two people were shot and taken to the hospital for treatment of their injuries which officers described as non-life-threatening.
Officers arrested two people at the scene who were allegedly armed with a gun. The two, who police have not identified, were arrested for firearms related charges.
Watch more from ABC10: Judge dismisses manslaughter case against former Modesto officer in shooting death of Trevor Seever| Top 10
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For many years we have been contemplating real estate transactions from the buyer’s perspective. There are all manner of ads from real estate practitioners touting their ability to sell your home for more money and get the deal done faster than the next one. That is called a “seller-centric” approach to real estate transactions. There is nothing wrong with that. However, it could create a situation where the buyer is out of the picture.
Question: I am buying my first house. Where does the inspection fit in, and how does that work?
Answer: Let’s look at the inspection process from the “buyer-centric” perspective, meaning the focus of the sale is on the buyer.
Rosie on the House certified partners Vikki Gorman and Johnathan Miller, with Realty Executives, say buyers need to know what they are buying with greater accuracy and what they may encounter once they become the homeowner.
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“Supporting the buyer requires us to switch focus,” says Gorman.
I couldn’t agree more. The current process includes many safeguards for buyers, including the opportunity to conduct a home inspection, other examinations and the opportunity to research information about the home before purchasing it. Good stuff, but there really needs to be more.
A key feature in a home purchase is the standard 10-day inspection period. While a good process, there can be a lot of confusion regarding the lack of specifics included in those reports. Not all home inspection reports are created equally. Gorman says that most inspection reports are great, but there have been some horrible ones. Those reports will note potential deficiencies but don’t provide explanations for what they may mean or offer an estimate for the repair to a potential homeowner. For example, it may be noted, “The roof appears to have some wear. You should get a licensed roofer to inspect.”
That is a bit short of all the information you should have. As a buyer, you are already paying for the home inspection and are now faced with more questions. Home inspectors are, by their training and licensing, generalists. That is their job. Most reports will note possible issues that need to be examined more deeply.
Another example of generalities is cracks in the stucco and foundations. How are you to know the difference between a crack that is superficial versus a crack that may have more to it than meets the eye?
The inspection report will typically refer you to a stucco specialist or a structural engineer for further examination and comments. Again, not really helpful to the potential homeowner.
“The buyer has the opportunity to have more inspections completed if they wish. Scheduling within the 10 days can be done,” says Gorman.
Though the more inspections you order, the more money you will spend. And the inspection fees cannot be paid out of escrow because if you back out of the contract, the inspector will not get paid.
If you don’t back out of the contract, you can request repair work from the seller to complete, or you can negotiate a credit to have the repairs done yourself.
Gorman tells us she and Miller take the buyer step by step through the buying process. A deficiency that frustrates both the buyer-centric real estate practitioner and the buyer is the lack of detail associated with a generalized home inspection.
Some buyers use the inspection report to squash the purchase out of fear of the unknown.
Q: What do you think should be included in a home inspection?
A: The issues that are often not considered part of a typical home inspection yet are a “must-know” for the potential homeowner include:
Asbestos testing: This is age-dependent. If the house was constructed before 1980, asbestos may have been used.
Lead paint testing: Also, age-dependent. If the house was built before 1978, lead paint could have been used.
Radon testing: If your home is located in a geographical area known for the presence of radon, it needs to be tested.
Permits: One of the more common problems homeowners face is when they try to remodel their new purchase, only to discover that previous work was not permitted. The inspection needs to determine if any work requiring permits was completed, and checks need to be done with the local building departments to see if permits were pulled.
Short-term rentals: Has the neighborhood you are looking to buy in have, or did they have short-term or vacation rentals? This can be very difficult to find out and isn’t always a bad element for a buyer.
In conjunction with the items listed above that are not normally looked at, it’s recommended that you get inspection reports from roofers, electricians, plumbers, HVAC, structural engineers, civil engineers and general contractors.
Ask for specific recommendations for work needed and the costs associated with those recommendations.
Gorman notes that buyers have an opportunity to purchase a standard home inspection. As a buyer-centric realtor, she believes the more comprehensive approach better suits the serious buyer and makes people more comfortable.
Such an in-depth process will also serve you, the homeowner, as a basis for establishing an ongoing maintenance program and help you prepare a budget and work schedule you can live with.
Contact the Rosie on the House office at 1-888-767-4348 for the inspection information you need.
An Arizona home building and remodeling industry expert for more than 40 years, Rosie Romero is the host of the syndicated Saturday morning Rosie on the House radio broadcast, heard locally from 10 to 11 a.m. on KNST-AM (790) in Tucson.
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COLUMBUS, Ohio — Staff members of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium were greeted by a surprise in the gorilla habitat on Thursday - the unexpected birth of a female gorilla!
According to the zoo's Facebook, the new mother of the infant, Sully, was believed to be a male gorilla before this surprise birth.
Sully, who has lived at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium with her mother and fellow troop members since 2019, was discovered holding the baby gorilla early Thursday.
"Gorillas rarely show outward signs of pregnancy because the newborns are smaller than human babies and gorillas naturally have large abdomens," the zoo said.
The zoo team said they are thrilled to welcome this new addition to their family.
"We’re thrilled by the addition of another birth for this critically endangered species. As the 34th gorilla born here since 1956 when the Columbus Zoo became the first zoo in the world to welcome the birth of a baby gorilla, she’s an important part of our work to conserve these magnificent animals."
The Columbus Zoo invites gorilla fans to officially celebrate the baby’s birth by visiting the indoor gorilla habitat that will re-open to guests starting Friday, July 21 at 11 a.m.
For more information about the birth of the new baby gorilla and her mother Sully, click here to visit the zoo's blog.
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DALLAS — Thee suspect wanted in the kidnapping of a 7-year-old girl that triggered a June AMBER Alert was arrested earlier this month.
Leonard Lamar Neal is accused of kidnapping and sexually assaulting the young girl. Police say Neal also abducted her brother.
Neal was added to the Texas Department of Public Safety's Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitives List before he was arrested.
Briana and Kenyatta Jordan told WFAA they spotted Neal getting on a DART bus and immediately called 911.
"I knew if it was him, he needed to get off the streets," Kenyatta Jordan said.
The bus, the couple said, drove away, so they followed until police could catch up and take Neal into custody.
"It was honestly something out of a movie," Briana Jordan told WFAA.
The Jordans said they didn't know there was a reward for information leading to Neal’s arrest. But when friends told them, the parents of six, gearing up for an expensive school year, got excited.
"When we found out there was gonna be a reward, I thought we’ll get the kids school stuff!" Briana Jordan said.
"Every dime I get goes towards my babies, every dime," Kenyatta Jordan added.
But the couple told WFAA Crimestoppers told them they weren't eligible for any of the money because they called 911 first instead of the Crimestoppers hotline.
"If knew about calling Crimestoppers, I still would’ve called 911 first!" Kenyatta said.
Word of the Jordans' story spread quickly, and soon reached a handful of small business owners who wanted to help.
The owners of Riddell Plumbing, Complete Fire Protection and CC Carpet, plus organizers with non-profit Texas First Responders, pooled together their money and sent the Jordans a $5,000 check.
"These people were heroes," Scott Riddell of Riddell Plumbing said. "A lot of people just stick their head in the sand and ignore things, and what they did was a great deed."
"Somebody has to step up to take care of this family," Cameron Morrison with Complete Fire Protection added.
The gesture brought the Jordans to tears.
"Because [the business owners] had no obligation, whatsoever. They weren’t the ones that said we’ll pay you," Briana Jordan said.
"I appreciate everything. I appreciate them," Kenyatta Jordan added.
WFAA reached out to Crimestoppers for a statement but as of writing have not heard back.
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Indianapolis comedian Ron Sexton, known for Bob & Tom Show character, dies at 52
Tory Basile
Indianapolis Star
Comedian Ron Sexton, best known for voicing the character "Donnie Baker" on The Bob & Tom Show, has died.
He was 52.
Sexton's family announced his passing Saturday morning in a post on his official Facebook page.
"He was Donnie Baker to most of you, but Ron and Dad to us," the post states in part. "Please respect our privacy at this time and pray for our family."
This story has been corrected to reflect Sexton's age.
This is a developing story and will be updated.
Contact the reporter Tory Basile at vbasile@gannett.com
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SUPERIOR — A 33-year-old man who injured a Superior Youth Organization board member near a baseball game Thursday evening has been arrested.
The Superior Police Department said in a news release Saturday morning that the "possible knifing" was reported at about 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 20 in a wooded area 50 yards to the west of Hayes Court Complex ball fields.
"Officers met with a victim who had lacerations on his arm and abdomen. The victim stated he could hear what he believed to be a dog in distress in the wooded area, and he went to investigate. As he entered a clearing in the wooded area, a male suspect wearing dark clothing exited a bush and attempted to use an unknown object in his hand to fight the victim. The victim exited the area and called 911," police said.
The injured board member was treated by the Superior Fire Department and later at an emergency department for additional treatment, SYO President Ryan Stovern said in a previously reported statement. The incident prompted officials to move the game from Field No. 1 to Field No. 2.
Police surrounded the wooded area and requested the Superior Fire Department fly a drone to try to locate the suspect. Officers then went into the woods with K9 Radik. While they found an encampment and "a dog that appeared in good health," the suspect was not there.
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Police were able to determine the suspect's identification. They located and arrested him later that evening.
The investigation is ongoing, police said.
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A vigil is held for Christopher Hampton, the football player who drowned at Show Low Lake
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BEL AIR, Md. — Calvary Road is reopened following a deadly motorcycle crash in Bel Air on Saturday.
Emergency crews responded to MD-136 at 12 Stone Road for a report of a crash.
One person was pronounced dead at the scene.
This article will be updated when more information becomes available.
Volunteer Firefighters from @AbingdonFire & a @HarfordCoDES EMS unit are on scene of a crash involving a motorcycle on Calvary Road (MD-136) at 12 Stones Road in #BelAirMD. One person has been pronounced dead on scene. The road is shut down, use an alternate route. #MDTrsffic pic.twitter.com/HVHCP70Agt
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WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — A 22-year-old man was hospitalized after being hit by a car while trying to walk across Interstate 235.
The Kansas Highway Patrol Crash Log says a Wichita man was driving south on I-235 just after 5 a.m. on Saturday in a 2017 pickup, roughly half a mile south of the Central Ave. exit when he hit the Iowa man.
The driver of the vehicle was uninjured. The Iowa man was rushed to a local hospital with suspected serious injuries.
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$1M Mega Millions ticket sold in Westland; jackpot rises to $820M
A Westland liquor store sold a $1 million winning Mega Millions ticket on Friday.
Trevin Yaldo, owner and manager of Hunter and Wayne Liquor at 35201 Hunter Avenue, said he was shocked and thankful when a customer relayed to him that his store sold a winner.
While Yaldo hasn't yet heard from the customer, he said other winners have returned to express gratitude.
"When they win, they thank us ... and we appreciate them, too, probably more than they appreciate us, which is how it should be," Yaldo said on Saturday.
Yaldo said his store has sold winning tickets for Powerball and Lucky for Life, as recently as roughly two years ago. He said the store received $2,000 commission from the Michigan Lottery for the Lucky for Life ticket.
"We've had a lot of good hits," Yaldo said.
The lack of a jackpot winner Friday night sent the top prize soaring to an estimated $820 million.
The numbers drawn Friday were: 29, 40, 47, 50, 57 and gold Mega Ball 25. No tickets were sold hitting all those numbers for the estimated grand prize of $720 million.
Mega Millions said the drawing resulted in eight tickets matching five white balls for a $1 million prize. Two each were sold in Florida, New Jersey and North Carolina, with one in California and the other in Westland.
The estimated $820 million in the next drawing on Tuesday night would only be distributed to a winner who chooses an annuity paid over 29 years. Nearly all grand prize winners opt to take a cash payout, which for Tuesdays drawing is estimated at $422 million.
The potential jackpot is the fifth largest in the history of the game, Mega Millions said in a statement.
Despite the game’s long odds of 1 in 302.6 million, players continue to purchase tickets as the size of the grand prize grows.
The last time a Mega Millions player hit the top prize was April 18.
Mega Millions is played in 45 states, Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Associated Press contributed.
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Power restoration expected Saturday for 10K DTE, Consumers customers
About 10,000 DTE and Consumers Energy customers were still without power Saturday afternoon, two days after severe storms charged through southeast Michigan, causing tennis ball-sized hail to fall from the sky.
By noon Saturday, the DTE Energy outage map showed more than 9,985 power outages scattered across Metro Detroit, with clusters near Westland, River Rouge and Bloomfield Township, with 1,861 crews working towards restoration.
"Our crews are working as quickly and safely as possible to restore power to everyone impacted by the extreme weather that hit Southeast Michigan this past Thursday evening. We expect to restore nearly all those impacted by end of day Saturday, July 22," the utility said. "Please stay safe by keeping at least 25 feet away from downed power lines or anything in contact with them. Assume any downed line is live and dangerous."
More: Nearly 60K customers in the dark after storms that brought rain, hail, wind
Consumers Energy reported outages affecting more than 1,200 customers Saturday afternoon in central Michigan near Hillsdale, estimating restoration by 3 p.m.
A line of storms rolled through the region by 4 p.m. Thursday as part of a squall line associated with a cold front, according to the National Weather Service, packing roughly 60-mph gusts and 1.75-2.75 inches of hail in places like Davison, 10 miles northeast of Flint.
The storm impacted more than 100,000 power customers across Michigan.
More: Massive hail damages businesses, homes in Michigan; thousands still without power
Squall lines, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, are groups of storms arranged in a line, often accompanied by gusts of high wind and heavy rain. Squall lines tend to pass quickly and are less prone to produce tornadoes.
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With shouts of "fight, fight, fight, housing is a human right," hundreds of protestors gathered outside of City Hall in Philadelphia on Saturday morning.
The gathering was organized by grassroots Pennsylvania groups and the Center for Popular Democracy.
"We have millions of people across America who find themselves with unaffordable rent, couch surfing or homelessness and there are buildings that are empty. There are office buldings that are empty, homes that are empty. And, all we are claiming is dignity for all of our families," Analilia Mejia, co-director Center for Popular Democracy, told NBC10's Leah Uko.
Mejia said that the protest was intended to call for local elected officials to step up and take measures to address the country's crisis.
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"Investments from the federal government, state governments, can house all Americans and it's time for us to do it," she said.
She pointed out that there were members of the protest who have seen astronomical increases in rent payments -- especially during the pandemic -- and said that these practices were unfair.
Protestor Teresa Quintana, who attended the protest with Make the Road Connecticut said, she works with many immigrant families who are living in difficult conditions simply because the costs of rents across the country has made life difficult for many lower-income residents.
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"They are living with cockroaches, rats, horrible conditions that their landlords are not taking care of," she said.
The day's protest effort was the closing event of the Center for Public Democracy's 2023 People's Convention.
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News-Review, Courier, Herald Times earn 13 APME awards
Jillian Fellows
The Petoskey News-Review
PETOSKEY — The Petoskey News-Review and its sister publications, the Charlevoix Courier and Gaylord Herald Times, earned 13 awards in the Michigan Associated Press Media Editors (APME) 2022 awards.
“Local newspapers are the lifeblood of the places we serve,” said Sarah Leach, North Group Editor for Gannett’s Center for Community Journalism. “We will always strive to tap into the pulse of our communities, and to tell the stories of our people. I'm so proud of our efforts and we look forward to serving you for years to come.”
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Competing in Division I, local journalists earned awards in the following categories:
- Best Headline Writing: Third place, Tess Ware
- Best Video: Third place, Paul Welitzkin
- Best Public Service: First place, Tess Ware
- Best Spot News Photo: First place, Annie Doyle
- Best Sports Photo: First place, Drew Kochanny
- Best Sports Photo: Second place, Drew Kochanny
- Best Business Writing: Second place, Tess Ware
- Best Sports Feature Story: Third place, Drew Kochanny
- Best Full Page Design: Second place, Petoskey News-Review
- Best Full Page Design: Third place, Petoskey News-Review
- Best Feature Writing: Third place, Annie Doyle
- Best Feature Photo: First place, Jillian Fellows
- Best Feature Photo: Second place, Drew Kochanny
— Contact Jillian Fellows at jfellows@petoskeynews.com.
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New Rotary Club formed in Alanson
ALANSON — A new Rotary club is currently in the process of getting off the ground in Alanson.
Sponsored by the Sunrise Rotary Club of Petoskey, the new club is officially recognized as a satellite club, which means it must have a minimum of eight members and meet at least twice per month. The new group has decided to hold one luncheon meeting on the last Wednesday of each month for official business and schedule one volunteer project per month.
The next meeting is scheduled for 11:45 a.m. on Wednesday, July 26 at Bob’s Place, 7515 U.S. 31 in Alanson. Lunch is available for participants at their own cost. The speaker is Jeff Coil, district governor for Rotary District 6290, which covers over 50 clubs from Ottawa County in West Michigan up to Sault Ste. Marie in the U.P.
If you think you might like to become a Rotarian, come to the meeting and bring a friend.
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ABILENE, Texas — The City of Abilene said it will spray for mosquitos Monday evening after a mosquito in the Abilene Zoo area tested positive for West Nile virus during routine trapping and testing.
The zoo will remain open over the weekend and will provide mosquito repellant for guest use at the entrance. The City said it will release more details about Monday night's spraying, including the time frame and the locations affected.
Zoo staff and the Abilene Taylor County Public Health District are working together to ensure the health and safety of all animals. Zoo staff is relocating certain animals to off-exhibit locations before Monday night’s spraying to prevent exposure to the insecticide.
The insecticide the City uses is EPA approved, but residents in the spraying area should avoid contact with the spray by staying indoors. People in interviews while trucks are actively spraying should remain in their vehicles with the windows up and the air conditioning off until the trucks pass and the spray is no longer visible.
Residents should also make plans to keep animals indoors during the time frame until the fog has dissipated and the residue is dry (approximately one hour). Residents who come in contact with the spray are advised to wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and water.
West Nile virus is a disease spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. Residents are encouraged to follow the four Ds to best protect themselves from mosquito bites:
Dress in long sleeves and pants when outside.
Use insect repellent containing DEET.
Drain standing water in your yard and neighborhood.
Avoid being outdoors during dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active.
Studies continually prove the most effective means of preventing mosquito borne illness is to prevent mosquito breeding. The City of Abilene Environmental Health Department uses a phased response approach to mosquito treatment which limits the spraying of insecticide to when mosquito borne illness is detected through routine surveillance.
The practice also works best to protect beneficial insects and wildlife in the area.
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SAN ANTONIO — After 40 years of watching over San Antonio traffic, the iconic Indian statue at the Red McCombs Hyundai dealership on Loop 410 is being taken down.
McCombs Enterprises confirmed to KENS 5 Friday that the statue, known as The Chief, will be taken down on July 31, so drivers still have a chance to say goodbye.
The company says the removal is due to the ongoing renovation and construction going on in the area. It is being moved to a new location, but the company is still working to determine where that new location will be.
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AUSTIN, Texas — Editor's note: This article originally appeared in the Texas Tribune here.
Lawyers for suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton are pushing to disqualify three Democratic state senators as jurors in his upcoming impeachment trial.
Paxton’s lawyers filed a motion Friday that asks Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick to disqualify Sens. Nathan Johnson of Dallas, Roland Gutierrez of San Antonio and José Menéndez of San Antonio, arguing they have a proven bias against Paxton.
“Like numerous courts around the country, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals has held for almost a century that potential jurors with a bias or prejudice against the accused are disqualified from serving on his jury as a matter of law,” the motion said. “Jurors José Menendez, Roland Gutierrez, and Nathan Johnson have such a bias and have proclaimed it loudly, time and again.”
The motion cites a number of critical public statements that the senators have made about Paxton over the years, including some in recent weeks. For example, it points to an MSNBC interview last month in which Gutierrez, who is also a candidate for U.S. Senate next year, said the evidence the House gathered “could not be refuted.”
“No one who has publicly declared the charges against a defendant irrefutable can even play at impartiality, let alone serve in an impartial manner,” Paxton’s lawyers argued.
The motion also cites a Tuesday tweet from Johnson reacting to news that a pro-Paxton political action committee had recently given $3 million to Patrick, who is presiding over the trial. Johnson called the donation “obscene.”
The tweet not only proved Johnson’s bias but also violated a gag order Patrick had issued the day before, according to Paxton’s lawyers.
The House voted to impeach Paxton in May, accusing him of a yearslong pattern of misconduct and lawbreaking. Most of the articles center on claims from Paxton’s former deputies that he abused his position to help a wealthy Austin businessman and campaign donor, Nate Paul.
Paxton is preparing for trial to begin Sept. 5 in the Senate on whether he should be permanently removed from office.
The Senate already disqualified Republican Sen. Angela Paxton — Ken Paxton’s wife — from voting in the trial when it approved rules for the proceeding last month. The chamber did so with a rule that said the “spouse of a party to the court of impeachment” has a conflict of interest.
“If Senator Paxton may be required to step aside, Senators that have demonstrated a bias or prejudice against the Attorney General must be required to do so as well,” Paxton’s lawyers said.
The impartiality of senators has long been a source of debate given that Paxton is a former senator himself, his wife currently serves in the chamber and they have their own relationships with senators. Sen. Bryan Hughes, R-Mineola, is even referenced in the articles of impeachment as an unwitting “straw requestor” for an attorney general’s office legal opinion that helped Paul. Hughes has not been disqualified.
Angela Paxton’s disqualification was the subject of a new lawsuit from Houston conservative activist Steve Hotze, a staunch Paxton supporter. Filed in Travis County district court Friday, the lawsuit argues that the trial rules unfairly singled out Angela Paxton because impeachment is an inherently political process, rife with potential conflicts of interest.
“Despite the fact that every senator and the Lieutenant Governor arguably have a conflict ‘personal or private’ interest in the impeachment proceeding and/or biases for or against General Paxton, Rule 31 targets one individual, Senator Angela Paxton, and the voters who live in Senate District 8,” the lawsuit said.
The lawsuit also challenges the sweeping gag order that Patrick issued Monday, saying it violates free-speech rights.
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Springfield resident and Ms. Wheelchair USA contestant is passionate about advocacy
A Springfield resident will be representing Oregon in the national Ms. Wheelchair USA pageant in Ohio on Sunday. Her goal? To change the stigma around disabilities.
In January 2021, Melinda Preciado's life changed. After a traumatic event, Preciado had her right leg amputated above the knee.
A former health care worker of 17 years, Preciado, 43, found herself in the position of a patient, with months of rehabilitation and endless surgeries. Since then, she has struggled with her mental health, but said she has found a new purpose in her life.
A mother of two, she was dubbed Ms. Wheelchair Oregon America in 2022 and is Ms. Wheelchair Oregon USA for 2023, which are two separate pageants.
The two pageants each have a long history across the country.
While in rehab after her amputation, Preciado heard about the competitions. She said she was shocked to find out how long they had been around — Ms. Wheelchair USA was established in 1997 and Ms. Wheelchair America in 1972.
When Preciado found out more about the volunteer and advocacy component of Ms. Wheelchair, a tradition for many pageants, Preciado knew it was her next calling.
"I thought 'Maybe one day. I mean, this (being disabled) is new to me, I don't really know what my future holds at the moment,'" Preciado said.
Friends and family pushed her to tryout. She won Ms. Wheelchair Oregon America in 2022. While this wasn't her first pageant, she was in the Miss Teen All American Pageant in 1993, this was her first as an adult.
Preciado's platform has been "adapting America for all," meaning people with mobility issues, "unseen" or "invisible" disabilities, mental disabilities and disorders and more. She said she wants to change the stigma around disabilities.
"Inside, you're a lot stronger than you think you are," Preciado often tells herself and others.
Community and discrimination
Being fairly new to the wheelchair-using community, Preciado said she is still finding her space. She has made several friends but says it can be hard to connect with other wheelchair users in person. Preciado cannot drive, since adaptive driving equipment is expensive. She often takes the bus, but even then, not all destinations are easily accessible, she said.
Preciado mentioned there are some wheelchair-user groups in Lane County, including the Wednesday Wheelers, who go on weekly hikes that are accessible for wheelchair users. She said before she lost her leg, she loved to hike.
Her work as Ms. Wheelchair Oregon has allowed Preciado to connect with people with all types of disabilities.
"That involvement really makes a huge difference," Preciado said. "It makes you still feel human, as weird as that can sound."
Preciado said they talk about everything from love life to phantom pains to everyday discrimination.
Preciado said many people don't acknowledge her or even see her as human, which is an experience many other disabled people have shared with her.
"It's been an eye opener for me with this — being in a wheelchair," Preciado said. "I've been struggling sometimes to get through doors and people just stare. It's embarrassing."
While there have been many good experiences where someone will help her get unstuck in a crack in the sidewalk, there are still negatives where people will address someone she's with instead of talking directly to her or make a disgusted face as they walk by.
Preciado said people should be more cognizant of how they talk to people with disabilities. Often, people talk to Preciado like she is a child or unintelligent, she said.
"These people are doctors, and they're authors, a lot of them are so successful in life and just the most beautiful souls," Preciado said. "People miss out on that because they assume. People miss out on getting to know me because they assume or judge me when, hey, I could have literally saved your family member's life a couple years ago."
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There has also been a lot of learning and new opportunities for Preciado.
"I'm not any different, maybe stronger inside," Preciado said. "There's little negative things, but a lot of positive. I feel like I've grown a lot, to me, in really good ways."
As a former certified registered nurse anesthetist in a Springfield emergency room, Preciado said she has long been familiar with people with disabilities and Americans with Disabilities Act standards. Her younger son, who's 19, has autism, and she has been an advocate for him and his needs. Since becoming a wheelchair user, Preciado has seen a whole new world.
Her life revolves around whether her wheelchair can fit through a door, if there are steps into a business that she cannot get up and if a place has accessible bathrooms.
"You have to plan out your whole day," Preciado said. Am I going to be able to find a bathroom I can use? Am I going to be able to? Or am I going to get stuck somewhere with my wheelchair?
"All your independence definitely goes out the window when you are in a wheelchair, or have a disability."
She said the two biggest problems in Lane County are sidewalks and bathrooms. Many bathrooms labeled for handicapped use are impractical for actual people with disabilities, she said. Preciado mentioned one bathroom where the door swung inward instead of outward.
Sometimes, Preciado will avoid eating or drinking so she doesn't have to use the bathroom while she's out.
"It's a human right to be able to use bathroom," she said.
She has spent time meeting with city, county and state leaders, talking about accessibility in Oregon. She even spoke with representatives from the Federal Aviation Administration about accessibility on planes. Preciado said she hasn't seen much concrete change since those discussions have started, but she said the consistency in showing up and advocating will make her presence known as a representative for wheelchair users.
Preciado said she understands finding funding for projects to make things accessible can be difficult to find.
She said making public and private spaces more accessible would be not only helping wheelchair users but also elderly people, those who have had joints replaced and pregnant people.
The road to nationals
Preciado is excited to participate in this year's Ms. Wheelchair USA. She's already been in contact with other contestants and said she's been feeling the love. She's not necessarily in it to win it. She's happy to be in a positive environment where she and other wheelchair users can share their sparkle.
"(Last year) I didn't win the title and that was okay, but I left so much more knowledge and sisterhood," Preciado said.
She said this year's contestants seem even more supportive of one another, and she's excited to meet everyone.
Ms. Wheelchair USA is open to any woman with mobility issues who is over the age of 18, according to the pageant's website.
The website states Ms. Wheelchair USA provides a national platform for women with disabilities to show "their own kind of glamour," while educating viewers.
Following the pageant, Preciado will also be speaking at the national Amputee Coalition conference in Florida, which she's also looking forward to and said she's a bit nervous for.
Her topics will include teaching about self-love and care as an amputee and "advocating with grace."
Disability Pride Month
July is Disability Pride Month. On July 26, 1990, former President George H. W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act into law. Preciado said many people in the disabled community consider it Disability Independence Day.
Disability Pride Month celebrates all types of disabilities, both seen and unseen.
Preciado said she found there was a lack of Disability Pride events in Oregon, and decided to make her own.
Preciado helped organize a Disability Pride Festival on July 15 at the Hilyard Community Center, inviting vendors and speakers on the history of disability and accessibility in the U.S.
Preciado has other big goals too, including creating a detailed packet to give to disabled people with a list of resources and guides to navigating the world as a person with disabilities through transportation, housing, doctors, therapy, community groups and more. Even now, she's constantly discovering new events, groups and resources, and she wants to share that knowledge with others.
To help support the disabled community, Preciado asks that able-bodied people get educated, ask respectful questions and do outside research. She recommends watching documentaries on disabilities like "Crip Camp" or attending disability events and getting involved. She doesn't mind when children have questions about her wheelchair, and encourages parents to talk with their children about disabilities at a young age to help normalize the discussion.
Preciado said able-bodied people can help recognize accessibility problems and advocate to have them fixed. For example, parents who are pushing a stroller might notice some hard-to-navigate sidewalks.
"When you have situations where you have a family member or you just are able-bodied and you see a situation, by speaking up, that's how we're going to change things," she said. "You don't have to be disabled just to make a change."
In the future, Preciado would love to help organize a bigger event like a Disability Pride parade in Springfield.
Miranda Cyr reports on education for The Register-Guard. You can contact her at mcyr@registerguard.com or find her on Twitter @mirandabcyr.
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ORLANDO, Fla. — No plans for the weekend? Opera Orlando will celebrate the third year of its summer training initiative with a free concert.
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SINGS! is a summer training program for young singers ages 15 to 20 interested in pursuing a classical singing career.
The week-long program started on July 22, will go through July 28, and will end with the concert.
During the training, students will prepare for college auditions with professionals in the field.
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“We are thrilled to see such enthusiasm for this year’s program,” said education director and SINGS! Program director Sarah Purser. “SINGS! began three summers ago with a handful of participants, and I am personally very pleased to see that this year’s program is completely full with a waiting list.”
The concert will be on July 29 at 2 p.m. at the Broadway United Methodist Church in downtown Orlando.
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ORLANDO, Fla. — Will home prices finally fall? That’s the question for worried sellers, homeowners, or those interested in buying property.
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Data from CoreLogic suggests that while home prices will continue to increase across the nation, some metro areas will see a decline in home prices over the next year.
The CoreLogic Market Risk Indicator, a monthly update of the overall health of housing markets across the US, released its top markets that will see a home price decline in 2024; most of them are in Florida.
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Here are the top 5:
- Provo-Orem, Utah.
- Lakeland- Winter Haven, Florida.
- North Port- Sarasota- Bradenton, Florida.
- Cape Coral - Fort Myers, Florida.
- Port St. Lucie, Florida.
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According to the report, these five markets are at very high risk (70% probability) of declining home prices over the next 12 months.
On the other hand, prices will continue to change in metros such as Miami, Chicago, and Houston.
Nationally, data suggests that home prices will increase year-over-year by 4.5% from May 2023 to May 2024.
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Gateway Technical College will host a National Night Out event 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 1 on the college’s Kenosha campus, 3520 30th Ave.
The event will be held at parking lot C, next to the Science Building, as well as the Kenall Protective Services Center, which can be accessed from that lot.
Faculty members and students of Gateway’s emergency services programs, as well as local law enforcement agencies, will be on hand to provide tours and several fun, hands-on activities, including:
Children’s activities
Drone demonstrations
K9 demonstrations
A tour of Gateway’s Kenall Protective Services Center
Vehicle and equipment activities and demonstrations
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The event is free and open to the public.
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live.
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Jockey International, Inc., the Kenosha born-and-based clothing manufacturer and retailer, has a new brand ambassador in country music star Dylan Scott.
The campaign, shot on a farm outside of Nashville, Tenn. features the multi-platinum singer in a wide range of scenic shots in the Jockey Outdoors and Jockey Made in America Collections.
“We were drawn to Dylan because of his dedication to his family and community, passion for the outdoors, highly engaged fan base and, of course, exceptional musical talent,” said Tom Hutchison, Jockey's vice president of marketing. “His values align nicely with ours, and it’s these common threads that make him a great ‘fit’ for our Jockey Outdoors and Jockey Made in America Collections. We’re excited to welcome him to the Jockey family.”
Scott said he was beside himself to be partnering with such a "legendary brand like Jockey."
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“I’ve worn Jockey for so many years, not just because of the quality of their clothes, but the values they represent -- family, community, traditions and service to others -- things that are as equally important to me," Scott said.
“I also have to admit, representing Luke Bryan’s clothing line is pretty cool, too,” Scott said. “I remember when I was 17- or 18-years-old watching him perform, looking up to him, and now that we’re friends to rep his Jockey Outdoors clothing line it’s pretty cool. He probably thinks I’m the little brother that won’t go away!”
Scott is best known for his three No. 1 singles “My Girl”, “Nobody” and “New Truck,” as well as his top five hit “Hooked.” Following his first career nomination for Best New Country Artist at the all-genre iHeartRadio Music Awards, his ode to his wife “Nobody” earned him a 2021 CMT Music Award for Breakthrough Video of the Year.
“My favorite piece in the Jockey Made in America Collection is the Heritage t-shirt,” said Scott. “It fits well, is comfortable and my wife likes it on me, so that’s a plus. I also think I pull it off better than Luke Bryan.”
As a third-generation, family-owned company, Jockey expressed pride for its "legacy of quality, craftsmanship and caring for communities." The Jockey Made in America collection is grown and crafted in the United States, designed with American-grown cotton.
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The Kenosha Community Foundation has awarded grants totaling more than $56,000 to 18 nonprofit organizations conducting programming in Kenosha County.
The awards ranged between $1,000 to $4,500 and derive from an investment pool reserved for unrestricted grant-making. Successful proposals ranged from responsive educational, arts and nature-based programming, to “bricks and mortar” building repairs.
“This year’s 25 grant applications made for a rigorously competitive grant cycle. We extend ‘thanks’ to the diverse applicants for sharing information and insights into current day needs and priorities." said KCF Executive Director Amy Greil. "Likewise, the KCF Grants Committee merits special appreciation for the extensive time commitment required to arrive at these determinations.
"Fortunately, some of KCF’s legacy donors have had the foresight to direct their financial gifts toward unrestricted endowment funds — the fund “type” most desirable — so that KCF has this perpetual source of funds for competitive grant-making. I am confident that the 2023 grant awards will leave outsized impacts, cutting across all segments of our community.
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To learn more about the 2023 Unrestricted Funds grants awards or if interested in making a contribution to the pool of grant funds available for distribution, visit the KCF website or reach out to office staff.
From the Community Foundation’s pool of unrestricted endowment funds, 18 grants were awarded to:
- RootPike WIN, for Lincoln Park Lagoon: Buffer Restoration
- Shalom Center, for Shalom-to-Home Kit Project.
- Kenosha Achievement Center, for Special Education and Therapeutic Coaching
- Shepherds College, for Expanding Occupational Experiences in Kenosha County
- Kenosha County Food Bank, for the 2023 KCFB Pantry Network Holiday Meal Box Program
- Kenosha Aging and Family Services, for KAFASI Senior Nutrition Programs
- American Legion, Paul Herrick Post 21, for a "Lift for the Legion" Chair Lift
- United Way, toward the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program
- Kenosha Public Museum, for the National Geographic's 'Planet or Plastic?' Exhibition
- Sharing Center, toward Sweet Home Wisconsin
- Grace Welcome Center, toward a coordinated entry
- Kenosha YMCA, for Super All Stars Adaptive Sports programs
- Womens & Children'ss Horizons, for the Support Group Project for Underserved Populations
- BeLEAF Survivors, for Stop Child Abuse & Neglect (SCAN Kenosha)
- Kenosha Literacy Council, toward Community Connections
- Boys & Girls Club of Kenosha, toward the AM Adventure
- Kenosha Creative Space, for heating system replacement
- Open Wings, for the The Makerspace Project
The Kenosha Community Foundation, organized in 1926 as a tax-exempt public charity, actively manages permanent endowments established by individuals, families, and business organizations. The foundation manages over $14 million in endowment funds and awarded over $750,000 in grants, scholarships, sponsorships, and gifts to Kenosha area not-for-profit organizations and students in 2020.
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The Rotary Club of Kenosha West has awarded $29,600 in local nonprofit grants from the proceeds of its annual softball Tournament.
Grant recipients, along with the total grant they received and the purpose of the grant, include:
- Kenosha Area Family and Aging Services, Inc, $1,000, toward a utility van to transport food, more.
- Kenosha HarborMarket, $1,000 for SNAP/EBT food support
- Sharing Center Inc., $2,000 to support un-housed families
- Matthias Academy, $2,000 for an adapted tricycle for special needs adults
- Kenosha Literacy Council, $2,000 for books and registration for students
- Hope Council on Alcohol & Other Drug Abuse, Inc., $1,000 for a laptop for Supervised Visitation Program
- Junior Achievement of Wisconsin, Inc., $1,500 for the Career/Work Readiness Program
- BeLEAF Survivors SCAN Program (Stop Child Abuse), $2,000 to support for SCAN Program
- United Way of Kenosha County, $1,150 for supplies for VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program
- Boys & Girls Club of Kenosha, $500 for athletic equipment
- Kenosha Sportfishing and Conservation Association, $1,800 for fishing supplies and river cleanup
- Kenosha Achievement Center, $1,000 for adaptive equipment for infants and toddlers
- Shalom Center, $1,800 for book/toy kits for children in the shelter
- SOS Outreach, $1,000 to the ski/snowboarding experience for youth
- Hospice Alliance, $1,750 for a new computer and software
- Kenosha County Food Bank, Inc., $1,500 for computer and printer for daily operations
- Women and Children's Horizons, $1,000 toward remodeling of a sunroom into a client resource and relaxation room
- Kenosha Human Development Services, $1,000 toward support for the Independent Living Program
- Salvation Army (Application from 2020), $2,000 for a refrigerator
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A budget override election for the Firth Rural Fire Protection District will be conducted by mail, with ballots going out starting Monday.
The Lancaster County Election Commission will conduct the special election entirely by mail, according to a news release. On Monday, ballots will be mailed to district voters in Lancaster and Gage counties with the election's deadline set for Aug. 15.
Voters can return their ballots by mail or in person to their respective county’s election office. All ballots must be received by 5 p.m. Aug. 15. Ballots can be returned during business hours or at a ballot drop box, which will be available 24 hours a day at both offices.
The voter registration deadline for the election is Friday, Aug. 4 at 6 p.m. in person at a county election office, online or through agencies including the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles or United Postal Service. Postage must be marked by Friday.
The Lancaster County Election Commissioner's Office is located at 601 N. 46th St. The Gage County Clerk's Office is located at 612 Grant St. Voters with questions about the special election should contact their respective county’s election office.
Photos: Scenes from Lincoln's May 2 General Election
Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird gives a speech after winning reelection on Tuesday at the DelRay Ballroom.
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Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird hugs supporters as she enters an election night party for Democrats on Tuesday at the DelRay Ballroom.
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Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird hugs her supporters as she enters an election night party for Democrats on Tuesday at the DelRay Ballroom.
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City Council district 3 candidate Justin Carlson talks with supporters during an election night party for Democrats on Tuesday at the DelRay Ballroom.
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Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird speaks with supporters as she makes her rounds around an election night party for Democrats on Tuesday at the DelRay Ballroom.
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Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird is embraced by Sen. George Dungan as she enters an election night party for Democrats on Tuesday at the DelRay Ballroom.
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Adam Morfeld is hugged by Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird as she enters an election night party for Democrats on Tuesday DelRay Ballroom.
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Lincoln Board of Education district 2 candidate Piyush Srivastav speaks with voters and supporters during an election night party for Democrats on Tuesday at the DelRay Ballroom.
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Lincoln Board of Education district 4 candidate Annie Mumgaard speaks to supporters during an election night party for Democrats on Tuesday at the DelRay Ballroom.
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An election night party hosted by Democrats underway on Tuesday at the DelRay Ballroom.
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Lincoln mayoral candidate Suzanne Geist embraces Tricia Nangkalaphivath as former Lincoln City Councilman Jon Camp (third from left) greets Gov. Jim Pillen during a Republican watch party Tuesday at Rosie's Downtown.
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Lincoln mayoral candidate Suzanne Geist embraces supporter Deb Portz during a Republican watch party Tuesday at Rosie's Downtown.
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From left, Bill Zuspan and Lancaster County Sheriff Terry Wagner greet Lincoln City Council district 2 candidate Tom Duden during a Republican watch party Tuesday at Rosie's Downtown.
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Lincoln mayoral candidate Suzanne Geist talks with Gov. Jim Pillen during a Republican watch party Tuesday at Rosie's Downtown.
JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star
Lincoln mayoral candidate Suzanne Geist talks with supporter Deb Portz during a Republican watch party Tuesday at Rosie's Downtown.
JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star
A scene from the Republican election night watch party Tuesday at Rosie's Downtown.
JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star
Lincoln City Council district 1 candidate Taylor Wyatt speaks during a Republican election watch party Tuesday at Rosie's Downtown.
JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star
Attorney General Mike Hilgers (right) greets Lincoln City Council district 2 candidate Tom Duden during a Republican election night watch party Tuesday at Rosie's Downtown.
JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star
Lincoln City Council district 3 candidate Elina Newman speaks during a Republican election watch party Tuesday at Rosie's Downtown.
JUSTIN WAN Journal Star
Lincoln City Council district 3 candidate Wayne Reinwald speaks during a Republican election watch party Tuesday at Rosie's Downtown.
JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star
Lincoln City Council district 2 candidate Bailey Feit speaks with supporters during an election night party for Democrats on Tuesday at the DelRay Ballroom.
KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
An election night party hosted by Democrats is underway inside the DelRay Ballroom on Tuesday.
KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
An election night party hosted by Democrats is underway inside the DelRay Ballroom on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, in Lincoln.
KENNETH FERRIERA Journal Star
City Council candidate Brodey Weber speaks with supporters during an election night party for Democrats on Tuesday at the DelRay Ballroom in Lincoln.
KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
A voter cast their ballot on Tuesday at Eastridge Presbyterian Church.
KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
Leo Otteman entertains himself with nearby power cable while and Ellie Otteman watches their mother Leslie as she casts her ballot on Tuesday at Eastridge Presbyterian Church.
KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
A voter, who did not wish to be identified, uses a polling booth to cast their ballot on Tuesday at College View Church.
KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
Hendrik Viljoen fills in their ballot at a polling booth on Tuesday at the Auld Pavilion Rec Center.
KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
Blanco Sanchez is joined by his son in a stroller as he votes in Tuesday at College View Church.
KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
Voters from different districts are separated on either side of a board as they cast their votes on Tuesday at the Auld Pavilion Rec Center.
KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
Lincoln mayoral candidate Suzanne Geist delivers a concession speech at the Republican election night watch party Tuesday at Rosie's Downtown.
JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star
Lincoln mayoral candidate Suzanne Geist speaks on stage next to her husband Mark Geist at the Republican election night watch party Tuesday at Rosie's Downtown.
JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star
Lincoln mayoral candidate Suzanne Geist embraces husband Mark Geist after delivering her concession speech at the Republican election night watch party Tuesday at Rosie's Downtown.
JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star
Lincoln City Council candidate Tom Duden (right) embraces his wife Ronda Duden after at a Republican election night watch party Tuesday at Rosie's Downtown.
JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star
Lincoln City Council candidate Tom Duden (right) embraces his wife Ronda Duden (center), along with his brother-in-law Rob Treptow at a Republican election night watch party Tuesday at Rosie's Downtown.
JUSTIN WAN, Journal Star
District 2 school board candidate Piyush Srivastav gives a speech following his election win during an election night party for Democrats on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at the DelRay Ballroom in Lincoln.
KENNETH FERRIERA Journal Star
Lincoln City Council candidate Justin Carlson gives a speech following his election win during an election night party for Democrats on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at the DelRay Ballroom in Lincoln.
KENNETH FERRIERA Journal Star
City Council candidate Brodey Weber gives a speech following his win during an election night party for Democrats on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at the DelRay Ballroom in Lincoln.
KENNETH FERRIERA Journal Star
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PITTSBURGH — The Steelers offense has been one of the more downtrodden units in football over the past two seasons. A lack of scoring, efficiency, and explosive plays have held back teams that were shut down in their tracks by the unit. One stat showcases the futility of the unit more than others.
It comes down to raw yardage. That does not always mean a lot, but sometimes when the rest of the offense collapses, they can tell a story. In the modern NFL, you need explosive plays to win and run up the score. Great quarterbacks routinely put up 30 or more points in the modern game.
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ANAHEIM — After a quiet first three innings at the big A, the Pirates and the Angels exploded for 12 runs over the course of the fourth and fifth inning as the Angels defeated the Pirates 8-5 Friday night.
Johan Oviedo (3-11) looked to put together a repeat performance of his start last week after striking out a career-high 10 against San Fransisco. But on Friday in Anaheim Oviedo worked just four innings allowing five runs on three hits including two home runs in the loss.
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EASTLAND COUNTY, Texas — An Eastland County Sheriff's Office deputy was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance Friday night.
According to Eastland County News, at approximately 9 p.m. Friday, deputies responded to a domestic fight in progress at a home on Hwy. 183, between Cisco and Rising Star.
Deputy David Bosecker was the first on scene and was immediately shot at by the suspect. Bosecker was hit and fatally wounded.
Other deputies were able to arrest the suspect before anyone else was injured. The suspect, Cody Douglas Pritchard, was taken to Stephens County Jail and charged with capital murder of a peace officer.
The Texas Rangers are leading the investigation.
Bosecker served in law enforcement for more than 21 years and was a master peace officer. He began his law enforcement career in Wise County as a deputy then transitioning to the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission. He was also a Texas Parks and Wildlife Department game warden and a Comanche Police Department office.
He was an Eastland County deputy, as of 2021, and also worked part-time for the Cisco Police Department as a marine enforcement officer.
Multiple law enforcement agencies and organizations shared condolences on social media Saturday.
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MUNCIE, Ind. — A retired Muncie Police K-9 was laid to rest on July 11.
Carlos served the Muncie Police Department alongside his partner Officer Chris Wells from 2011 to 2021.
According to a Facebook post from the City of Muncie, Carlos was one of the finest K-9 officers at locating people who needed to be found. The partners were regarded as highly respected members of the community.
Following his retirement from duty in 2021, Carlos lived happily with his loving family while tearing up their backyard, "as a dog should."
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SAN ANTONIO — A different kind of calvalry was at the Alamo Saturday for an educational program.
The Texas Camel Corps showed visitors the way camels were used by the Army when it was a military outpost in the 1850's. The Army used camels to transport supplies due to their ability to cross long distances in the heat while needing very little water, compared to horses and mules.
The camels that worked at the Alamo were stationed at Camp Verde, more than 60 miles away in the Texas Hill Country.
The Texas Camel Corps was founded in 1997 by Doug Baum. The group's goal is to educate the public about the use of camels in the 19th century.
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