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CHICAGO — The Environmental Protection Agency temporarily lifted a federal rule for fuel sales in four states, including Indiana, in response to a fire last week at an Indiana oil refinery that could affect gas prices and supply.
The emergency waiver was granted Saturday for Indiana, Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin, EPA Administrator Michael Regan said. In a letter to state officials, Regan said the agency determined the waiver is necessary "to minimize or prevent disruption of an adequate supply of gasoline to consumers."
Governors in all four states requested the EPA waivers, according to the EPA's letter. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's office said the refinery provides about 20% to 25% of the gasoline, jet fuel and diesel used by Michigan, Wisconsin, Indiana and Illinois.
The waiver lifts a Clear Air Act requirement that lower-volatility gasoline be sold in the states during summer months to limit ozone pollution. It is in effect until Sept. 15, the EPA said.
BP said its refinery in Whiting, Indiana, experienced an electrical fire Wednesday. No one was hurt, and the fire was put out, but it caused a loss of utilities in other parts of the refinery, forcing at least a partial shutdown. The refinery is located along Lake Michigan's shoreline about 15 miles southeast of Chicago, according to the company.
The company said Sunday it is working toward a "phased restart of the refinery," but no date was given. BP spokeswoman Christina Audisho said the company was working with local and state agencies and was still assessing when affected units can restart.
On Saturday, Whitmer declared an energy emergency in Michigan and lifted laws and regulations to increase the state's fuel supply.
Whitmer hopes that by being proactive, she can keep gas prices from increasing and cut down on wait times at area gas stations.
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KUNA, Idaho —
This story originally appeared in the Idaho Press.
After the city of Kuna announced in February that Meta, the parent company of Facebook, would build its newest data center in the small town, the city’s public officials were flooded with angry emails from upset residents.
Among more than 50 pages of emails to the city, residents gave myriad reasons why they opposed the idea. And the consolations of a new water treatment facility and funding for public services from Meta were not enough to sway those who felt ire toward the project.
“People are more passionate now than they used to be, so to speak,” Kuna Mayor Joe Stear said. “So people that really don’t like something, you hear from them rapidly and pretty intensely.”
One person who wrote in vowed to campaign against Stear in “every way possible” to ensure he never holds office in Idaho again, also calling Stear a “sell out” who should resign.
Perceived politics
For the citizens of Kuna, Meta’s presumed politics play a significant role in community opposition to the project, according to emails obtained by the Idaho Press.
Many people who wrote to public officials called the private company a “socialist” organization with unconstitutional censorship policies. Private companies are not under the same obligations as the U.S. government when it comes to constitutional rights like free speech.
Some accused the company of looking to bring in “their horrible views and ways of thinking” or “shift the voting demographic” to represent the company’s “progressive ideology.” One person decried Meta’s presence in the state calling them “an enemy to Idaho and our views.”
But William Marks, community development manager for Meta’s west region, said the factors that drew the company to Idaho and to Kuna were more about infrastructure, namely, proximity to an airport, a strong power grid and access to renewable energy and water.
Water worries
Marks said all of Meta’s data centers are powered by 100% renewable energy. The centers are at net zero. The one in Kuna will have a LEED Gold rating. LEED certification is a globally recognized symbol of sustainability achievement, according to the LEED website.
“We actually give back more energy into the grid than we use,” Marks said.
But power usage is not the biggest criticism of data centers. Water usage is.
“What is that going to do to the water that we need for crops and for animals and for local landscaping? You know, these are all the things that get swept under the rug of, well, the big, big green dollar bills,” Kuna resident Mychal Wilson said in an interview.
The past couple years have been anxiety-inducing when it comes to water levels in the state. Drought conditions brought on questions about early irrigation shut offs and increased use on water reserves this year. Due to an unusually wet start to the summer, Idaho farmers didn’t end up having to face that. But drought and water use concerns haven’t been fully alleviated as most of the Treasure Valley is still classified as being “abnormally dry,” according to data from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. And data centers are notorious for their water usage, according to NBC News.
But Meta says its data centers use 80% less water than an average data center.
“That’s something we’re really proud of,” Marks said.
The data center being built in Kuna did not have to purchase any additional water rights, according to Marks. They will operate off the ones already established for the location.
According to Meta spokeswoman Melanie Roe, the facility has set a goal to “restore more water than they consume” by 2030. Roe said the company plans on achieving this by “restoring 100% of the water our data center will consume into local watersheds” through water restoration projects. The company hasn’t announced what projects it will be involved with in the Treasure Valley. Roe said the Meta is currently looking for them. Additionally, the data center will use outdoor air only to cool its data halls. Roe said this should “significantly” reduce the amount of water used by the center.
Competing for local workforce
Wilson moved to Kuna from Nampa to get away from the big commercial projects going in like Amazon and GoGo squeeZ. She said it was hard for her to see land that could be used for farming sold to large, out-of-state companies that “don’t have the same affinity for our local customs, traditions, morals and values.”
In another vein, she also worries about what it will do to local businesses.
“I struggle with major corporations in any kind of context, because they don’t care about local people. And because my husband is a local business owner, and he’s working with locals and we — I’ve seen firsthand, big corporations like this phase out small business owners,” Wilson said.
Wilson said her husband has had a hard time keeping up with larger companies who can afford to pay higher wages. He had a job listed at $20 an hour and it took him six months to fill.
Stear said Wilson’s assumptions that the Meta data center will create a similar strain are “probably correct” to an extent.
“It’ll certainly affect the workforce,” Stear said.
The construction of the Meta site will create approximately 1,200 jobs, and once the first phase of the project is complete there will be about 100 permanent jobs to fill, according to Marks.
“What does that take from other businesses and other projects in the valley that might be more important long-term as opposed to a social media network that really is just poison. That’s ripping America apart, that has us at our neighbors’ throats and our family’s throats? Why is that a priority over our community?” Wilson said.
Stear said if he had initially known the amount of jobs it would take to fill during construction he would have been a little more concerned about it.
“I guess it’s one of those things where you just kind of gotta hope for the best and I think everything will work out just fine,” Stear said.
But Marks said the presence of Meta in the community, along with the amount it has invested into it, will be beneficial to local businesses and their workforces.
According to a study by RTI International in 2020, for every $1 million spent by Meta in capital investment, 14 additional jobs were created in the economy. And for every $1 million dollars spent in operational expenses, 18 jobs were created in the economy. Marks said Meta’s initial investment in Idaho totaled at about $800 million.
He said the company is also committed to using local vendors and suppliers.
Taken off guard
The most common complaint people wrote city officials about was being blindsided by the deal. Many wondered why the announcement of the center was the first time they heard about it. They thought there should be a period for public comment.
But for public comment to happen, there has to be a need for rezoning the property’s designated use or a decision of whether or not to annex it into the city. Stear said the land was already designated for industrial use and was annexed into the city, so public comment was not part of the procedure.
“We don’t get to discriminate on ... where people come from, who can locate here and who can’t and it’s the same with businesses,” Stear said.
The mayor added that while citizens don’t get to pick and choose which companies can come to their town, he would hope any companies coming into the city would consider if it was a good fit, value-wise, for both parties.
“If they’re far enough away from aligning with the values of the community, they’re never going to be welcome there and it’s going to just create a constant disturbance,” Stear said. “And I would hope that they would sense that enough to not want to locate there but I don’t know then you just kind of start getting to discriminating and I don’t know where you draw the line on that.”
Stear has also said that for a big part of the negotiation and planning process, the city didn’t even know which company it was dealing with.
The procedure for big commercial projects coming into the state starts at the Idaho Department of Commerce. The department grants the companies anonymity by issuing the projects code names. The data center’s code name was “Project Peregrine.”
“Companies want to protect their strategic information and planned decisions from their direct market competition, maintain confidentiality during real estate negotiations, and minimize rumors that could affect relationships with investors, suppliers, employees, and other stakeholders. Until the company is certain its project will move forward, they do not want its confidential business strategies made public,” Matt Borud, marketing and innovation administrator for Idaho Department of Commerce, said.
This anonymity doesn’t sit right with Wilson.
“I think there should be public disclosure prior to the deal being done. I don’t think that all of the hoops and dots and lines are signed and it’s a done deal and then you go ‘Oh, by the way,’” Wilson said. “Things done in shadow usually are done because they’re shameful. Or they’re immoral.”
The cities working with these companies normally do not learn their identities until late in the game. In an email to a constituent, Stear said that when working on the project he thought it would be a great deal for Kuna, but when Meta revealed its identity it “took some wind out of that sail.” Still, the project pressed onward.
And Stear has hope that everything will work out well.
“Meta has been pretty good to work with,” Stear said. “This data center, that’s one of the biggest projects in the state. So for little Kuna to bring a project like that in is a big deal.”
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BOISE, Idaho —
This story originally appeared in the Idaho Press.
Going into Thursday’s special session of the Legislature, Gov. Brad Little has laid the groundwork for his single bill, cutting taxes and permanently increasing education funding, to pass both houses.
Here’s how: He’s lined up so many sponsors and co-sponsors that they make up majorities of both committees that will hear the bill, the House and Senate tax committees; and of both the full House and the full Senate.
All but one member of the GOP House and Senate leadership are signed on as sponsors of the bill. That includes Senate President Pro Tem Chuck Winder; Majority Leader Kelly Anthon; Assistant Majority Leader Abby Lee; and Majority Caucus Chair Mark Harris. On the House side, it includes Speaker Scott Bedke, Majority Leader Mike Moyle, and Assistant Majority Leader Jason Monks.
The one name missing from that GOP leadership list: House Majority Caucus Chair Megan Blanksma, R-Hammett. But Blanksma isn’t opposing the bill.
“I didn’t list my name on the front of the bill because I didn’t participate in its drafting, and I don’t want to take credit for things that I didn’t participate in writing,” Blanksma told the Idaho Press. “That does not indicate that I oppose the bill. I don’t oppose the bill.”
In addition to the GOP leadership members, co-sponsors of the bill include House Revenue & Taxation Committee Chair Steven Harris, R-Meridian, and Senate Local Government & Taxation Chair Jim Rice, R-Caldwell. Plus, there are an additional 20 senators and 33 representatives, from both parties, co-sponsoring the measure.
That makes 25 of the 35 senators, including four Democrats; and 37 of the 70 House members, including seven Democrats. That’s more than a majority of each of the houses.
Also, seven of the nine members of the Senate Local Government & Taxation Committee, including Rice, are co-sponsoring or sponsoring the bill; as are 11 of the 17 members of the House Revenue & Taxation Committee, including Harris. That likely ensures the bill would easily clear the committees, both of which it would need to pass through before reaching full votes on the House and Senate floors.
The governor’s office has posted the full list of sponsors and cosponsors online on the governor’s official website, gov.idaho.gov, along with the bill’s Statement of Purpose and fiscal note.
WINDER: GROCERY, PROPERTY TAXES ARE ‘COMPLICATED ISSUES’
Winder said he’s been asked why lawmakers wouldn’t address property tax relief or repealing the grocery tax during a special session instead of income tax cuts. “They’re complicated issues,” he said. By contrast, a one-time income tax rebate, which is part of the governor’s proposal, is relatively simple and can be quickly accomplished, especially given that the state just did one in the spring.
Currently, Winder noted, only the governor can call the Legislature back for a special session, under the Idaho Constitution, and specify the topics to be considered. He said that’s “exactly” why lawmakers have placed a constitutional amendment on the November ballot that, if approved by a majority of voters, would allow them to call themselves into special session.
The amendment would allow lawmakers to meet in special session whenever 60% of the members of each house sign a petition for it; the petition would specify the topics that could be addressed. It doesn’t have any limits on the length or frequency of self-called legislative special sessions.
Winder said income tax rebates, like those the governor is proposing, are “a simple way to give money back as quickly as possible.”
He added, “I think the session in January is going to be a really good session. I think there’s some good people coming in.” He said he’s talked to some of them, and “they’re not offended” that lawmakers are reconvening this fall “to get money back to the people.”
Winder said during the special session, anticipated to be just a single day, “We want to have everyone there early, so that we can have the committee hearings and let the public testify.” That will include remote testimony, through the same system used during the regular session. The special session will start at 8 a.m.
WHY DEMS SIGNED ON
After Gov. Brad Little’s press conference last week announcing the upcoming special session, I asked Sen. Janie Ward-Engelking, D-Boise, who appeared with Little at the press conference, why she and other legislative Democrats are supporting the Republican governor’s proposal.
“Democrats have been pushing for years to have a bigger investment in education,” she said. “Our schools are desperate now.” She noted the difficulty Idaho school districts are having filling hundreds of teacher vacancies.
In June, a State Board of Education survey of Idaho school districts identified nearly 900 teacher vacancies in Idaho that school districts were unable to fill, and that was with only 78 of the 115 districts responding.
“We’ve dug ourselves a pretty deep hole, and this is a first step to undo some of that,” Ward-Engelking said.
On the proposed tax rebate, Ward-Engelking said, “The governor listened to us,” and called for a minimum of $300 per person, or $600 for a married couple filing jointly, up from the minimum $75 that most Idaho taxpayers received in the last round of rebates. “Seventy-five dollars was not enough,” Ward-Engelking said.
She said Democrats are concerned about the long-term reduction in state revenue that the permanent individual and corporate income tax rate cuts in the bill will bring. “We know we can handle it for five years,” she said. “But the other two pieces outweigh that.”
Those are the one-time rebates and the big, permanent boost to education funding, with $330 million a year for K-12 public schools and $80 million for higher ed, plus inflation of 3% a year. “My Democratic colleagues and Reclaim Idaho pushed the need to the forefront and made it known,” Ward-Engelking said. “This gets it started.”
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Maybe the mood in the Historic Haymarket on a breezy Sunday morning was a sign that disappointment is the new norm when it comes to the Huskers.
A young man walking on Eighth Street didn't stop to ponder Saturday's downer in Dublin, but instead turned his head slightly and spoke the words many fans might have been feeling.
"I just hope we win three games," he shouted over his shoulder without breaking stride.
Nebraska dropped its season opener to Northwestern on Saturday, and one day later, the fans offered a mixed bag of emotions -- from anger with Scott Frost and the coaching staff to optimism that the quarterback situation, along with the Blackshirts, were better than they were a year ago.
Six days from now, the same area will be swarming with fans, as the Huskers take on North Dakota in their home opener.
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Despite the disappointing loss, the mood on Sunday was still cheery, with people walking the streets -- still donning their crimson and cream.
Dale, who was heading toward Lazlo's, was optimistic.
"I think the errors were less than they were in the last few years," he said.
Down the street, three men stood on a corner. After laughing with a friend who had walked by, they shared their disappointment.
"My confidence is about where it was. It kind of just, like, deflates any more hope that I would have had."
One member of the group did have some optimism.
"(Quarterback Casey) Thompson played well, the receiving corps looked good. The special teams were a lot better."
The Huskers coaching staff didn't escape criticism from a couple on Canopy Street. They cited a failed onside kick in the third quarter that changed the momentum of the game.
"I thought that onside kick was ridiculous. If we don't make a bowl game, something has to change."
As lunch hour approached, shops and boutiques opened their doors. Outside Best of Big Red, Mark displayed no concern, holding bags from assorted Haymarket shops.
"I'm still excited for the season. I was disappointed, but other than a couple critical plays, I suppose we still could have been in it." | https://journalstar.com/news/local/fans-dublin-down-as-they-look-toward-first-husker-saturday-in-lincoln/article_1d9e2bb0-3c5c-5ed5-85b3-d5f7109f88cf.html | 2022-08-29T00:31:53 | 1 | https://journalstar.com/news/local/fans-dublin-down-as-they-look-toward-first-husker-saturday-in-lincoln/article_1d9e2bb0-3c5c-5ed5-85b3-d5f7109f88cf.html |
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Beto O' Rourke missed his scheduled stops in South Texas due to a bacterial infection that put him in the hospital, a statement from O'Rourke said Sunday.
"While my symptoms have improved, I will be resting at home in El Paso in accordance with the doctors’ recommendations," O'Rourke said. "I am sorry to have had to postpone events because of this, but promise to be back on the road with you as soon as I am able."
The candidate for Texas governor was scheduled to be in Corpus Christi, Three Rivers and Goliad this weekend for his 49-day "A Drive for Texas" campaign event. Staff members of his campaign notified 3NEWS on Friday he would have to postpone the events due to an illness. No other information was given at that time.
In his statement Sunday, O' Rourke said he began to feel sick on Friday and decided to go get checked out. He thanked the doctors and nurses of Methodist Hospital in San Antonio where he said he was treated for the bacterial infection.
"The extraordinary team there — from custodians to nurses and doctors — gave me excellent care and attention, including IV antibiotics and rest," the statement said.
It is unclear when O'Rourke will continue his campaign events across Texas. Campaign officials told 3NEWS he does plan to reschedule the events he missed in the Coastal Bend. | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/beto-orourke-missed-south-texas-events-due-to-bacterial-infection/503-a8064e1c-18ee-44b4-a8b7-be395230b8b1 | 2022-08-29T00:33:44 | 1 | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/beto-orourke-missed-south-texas-events-due-to-bacterial-infection/503-a8064e1c-18ee-44b4-a8b7-be395230b8b1 |
COBB COUNTY, Ga. — Marietta firefighters extinguished a roof fire at the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office Public Safety Building on the Square, according to deputies.
The sheriff's office said the fire broke out Sunday, but it's unclear at this time what ignited the flames. A total roof replacement of the building was already underway, they said.
Sheriff's deputies evacuated the building, Magistrate Court, and Juvenile Court when the smoke alarms went off.
"Sheriff Owens is grateful to the Marietta Fire Department for their hard work, the Cobb County Fire Department for being on standby, and the Sheriff’s Office staff who sprang into action to keep everyone safe," the statement from the sheriff's office said. "The building is now back open and business will resume as usual."
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CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. — Clayton County Police need help searching for a missing 17-year-old.
They posted a photo of Sophie Bryant on Facebook Saturday morning. They said they responded to the 5000 block of Thurgood Ct. in reference to a missing person.
Officers learned that was the last pace Bryant was seen.
The teen has black hair and brown eyes. Bryant stands at 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighs about 106 pounds. Bryant was last seen in a black hoodie and gray sweatpants.
Anyone with any information is encouraged to contact the Clayton County Police Department at (770) 477-3550.
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CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. — Clayton Police are in search of a 15-year-old who has been reported missing. Authorities are looking for Jordan Philips.
On August 26, Clayton County Police said they went to the 7200 block of Fernwood Drive, which was the last place Philips was seen.
The 15-year-old is 5 feet 2 inches tall and weighs about 110 pounds. Police added that Philips has black hair and brown eyes.
Anyone with information about Philips' whereabouts is asked to contact the Clayton County Police Department at (770) 477-3550.
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'It's not like I have that on tape,' judge says of Whitmer kidnap trial juror bias claim
A juror seated on the recent trial of two men convicted of attempting to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer denied having said the accused men would "hang," according to a transcript of a meeting the juror had with U.S. District Court Judge Robert Jonker, who likened a meeting with the judge to "like you got called to the principal's office."
A coworker had alerted a defense attorney that the juror was biased. The coworker claimed the juror had said the men on trial, Adam Fox of Potterville and Barry Croft Jr. of Delaware, would receive a guilty verdict and "hang" should the juror be seated.
Jonker determined the juror was fit to serve after an investigation showed the accusation was not corroborated and provided "secondhand through another coworker."
The transcript released Friday details a short meeting between Jonker and the juror on Aug. 12, a day after the accusation came to light. The juror has not been identified. The conversation in the judge's chambers lasted less than 10 minutes.
Jonker told the juror he wanted to meet so he could ask the juror questions and better understand whether the juror was able to serve fairly, according to the transcript.
The judge first asked whether the juror believed they were able to follow instructions not to talk with anybody about the case, to which the juror affirmed.
The judge then asked whether the juror could serve fairly and impartially and decide the case based on evidence. The juror again affirmed.
Jonker later described the allegation raised by a coworker, who said the juror "had strong views about the case" before becoming a juror and, at least to some people, "expressed the intent to act on those views" by promising there would be a guilty verdict and that "these guys are going to hang, or words to that effect."
"It's not like I have that on tape," Jonker said about the claims of bias to the group assembled in his office, which also included the judge's case manager, a jury specialist and a court reporter. "It's not like I have anybody saying that under oath, but we have information that came to the court that suggests you made statements like that as recently as Monday, which was before you became a juror, in connection with your place of work."
The juror said they did not remember making statements about a guilty verdict or hanging, nor did the juror talk with coworkers about being assigned to the high-profile kidnapping case, according to the transcript. The juror said they told coworkers only that they had jury duty.
"I didn't even know what the case was until I came in Tuesday morning when I glanced at a TV and saw news cameras out here, and I'm like, I think I know what case it is," the juror said.
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The juror also said they had not paid attention to the first trial Croft and Fox faced, which ended with a hung jury and no convictions.
The juror had, though, heard about their arraignment.
"And do you remember saying anything about it then?" Jonker asked the juror.
"Not to my knowledge," the juror said.
"So from your perspective, no reason to understand why anybody would have heard, overheard or believed anybody else heard you say something like that?" Jonker said.
"Yup," the juror replied.
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Residents in a small area of Montgomery County were advised to boil their water after a main break Sunday morning may have led to microbial contamination, Pennsylvania American Water company said.
The water company said about 260 customers in Norristown, Pennsylvania may be at increased risk of water contamination and should boil water before using.
"This morning, we experienced a loss of positive water pressure due to a main break in Norristown. A loss of positive water pressure is a signal of the existence of conditions that could allow contamination to enter the distribution system through back-flow by back pressure or back siphonage," the Pennsylvania American Water said. "As a result, we are issuing a boil water advisory for customers in the affected area."
The advisory affects customers along the following streets:
- West Elm Street (between Markley Street and Noble Street)
- Noble Street (from West Elm Street to West Beech Street)
- Stanbridge Street (from West Elm Street to West
- Roosevelt Avenue (from West Elm Street to the end of Haws Avenue)
- Chain Street (from West Elm Street to dead-end)
- George Street and Kohn Streets (from West Elm Street around to West Elm Street)
Pennsylvania American Water advised residents bring all water to a "rolling boil, let it boil for one minute, and cool before using; or use bottled water." Residents should use boiled or bottled water for "drinking, making ice, washing dishes, brushing teeth and food preparation until further notice."
Inadequately treated water may contain disease-causing bacteria, viruses and parasites, which can cause symptoms such as nausea, cramps, diarrhea and associated headaches, Pennsylvania AM said in a release.
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Pennsylvania American Water said crews were working to repair the main break. The company was also collecting and analyzing water quality samples including bacteria samples.
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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Since about a year ago, co-owners Lora and Brad Eshbach have worked for the day when they could finally see smiling customers in the general store they’ve always dreamed about.
On Saturday, “The Generalist” opened its doors.
“My husband and I have been thinking about this a long time with really the community in mind,” Lora Eshbach said.
The community has sorely missed a staple. Over 100 years ago, Masengill’s department store opened in the space. Following its closing, the building has sat empty for the past few years.
“We are one of many in this community that’s made this happen, so just a big thank you to everybody involved,” Lora Eshbach said.
Eshbach said the project is more than about just opening their own business. It’s also about supporting dozens more.
“A big mission of ‘The Generalist’ is to help other businesses grow along with us, so when you support us as a small business, you’re actually supporting more than 35 local businesses,” Lora Eshbach said.
Family member Bailey Eshbach is one of the local artists that houses work in the store.
“I used to mostly just sell online, or on Etsy, or on Instagram, or something so to see people come in and be like, ‘oh look, I recognize your things,’ it’s pretty cool,” Bailey Eshbach said.
Like many others, Bailey lives downtown. A location like this gives her a place to go for essentials within walking distance.
“I have a place where I can come down and be like, ‘oh, I need some Cheetos,’ ‘oh I need a fancy drink,’ quick groceries are super accessible now to people who live downtown which is nice.”
“People are excited to spend more time downtown,” Lora Eshbach said. “That brings us a lot of joy.” | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/the-generalist-opens-in-iconic-jc-downtown-spot/ | 2022-08-29T00:35:13 | 1 | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/the-generalist-opens-in-iconic-jc-downtown-spot/ |
'Huge addition to the experience': Bridge at U.P. park makes Tahquamenon Falls more accessible
A bridge over the Upper Peninsula's Tahquamenon River hasn't hurt tourism, as some worried, and has made a visit to the park safer and more accessible, park officials said.
The142-foot-long bridge was installed in Tahquamenon Falls State Park in September amid controversy. Some patrons feared it would take away from the views in the area.
It connects the park's mainland to a 7-acre island, which has a widened walking path and views of several waterfalls on the river. Before the bridge was installed, the island was only accessible by rowboat.
That posed accessibility problems for people who couldn't maneuver a boat as well as emergency responders, prompting the $1.28 million bridge project.
Kevin Dennis, park manager at Tahquamenon Falls State Park, said that most people, once they saw the location of the bridge, didn't object.
"I think some folks maybe thought that it was going to be out more in the open view and an eyesore and all these things, but it's not," Dennis said. "It's been received overwhelmingly positively. I haven't heard a single bad comment."
Anyone can visit the island now, Dennis said.
"People with all sorts of abilities and needs are able to be there now," he said. "People with walkers and wheelchairs and electric scooters that would have never been able to be over there before are able to visit. They can all be there now."
Even before the bridge was completed, it was what visitors said they wanted to see in surveys conducted by the park. People hoped for a more accessible park, they told rangers, and the new bridge is one piece of that.
It is difficult to judge how the bridge has affected the number of visitors to the park, Dennis said. The park store, where people can typically rent the rowboats required to get to the island, is closed this year. But anecdotally, Dennis said the bridge has been a "huge addition to the park experience."
Other accessibility efforts also are available, including redesigning and rebuilding an accessible trail that goes around the island as well as some additional boardwalk.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources announced Aug. 15 that the bridge itself would be named the Ronald A. Olson Island Bridge, in honor of the chief of Michigan Parks and Recreation.
Olson has been in the role for 17 years, the state said in a news release, and naming the bridge after him is "an apt symbol for Olson, who has built a career around bringing people together and encouraging them to aim for destinations they can’t yet see."
“When it comes to possibilities in parks and recreation, nobody is better at building bridges and getting people to the table than Ron Olson,” said DNR director Dan Eichinger in the release.
Many of Olson's signature efforts have included getting more people to connect with the outdoors, making it fitting that a bridge meant to make the island in Tahquamenon Falls State Park more accessible is named after him.
The new bridge does not mean the end of the park's iconic boats. Dennis confirmed the rowboats will return in 2023.
"Folks are worried about the boats going away," he said. "But as long as the demand is there, there are going to be boats."
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EMPORIA - When Riddick Thurston Parker Jr. interviewed for the principal position at George Wythe High School, his grace, dignity and thoughtfulness left Richmond schools Superintendent Jason Kamras absolutely overwhelmed.
“I knew immediately I was going to give him the job,” Kamras said on Sunday.
After retiring from the National Football League in 2004, the former defensive lineman found his way into education. First in Baltimore, where he also met the love of life, Hollie Young, and then in Richmond, as an assistant principal at Armstrong High before recently becoming the principal of George Wythe High.
However, Parker would only serve as George Wythe’s principal for the 2021-2022 school year. Parker, 49, died suddenly while riding his bike on Aug. 19.
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He died 10 days before the start of the new RPS school year.
Family, friends, RPS staff and school board members, college and high school teammates and coaches gathered Sunday afternoon at Greensville Elementary School in Emporia to remember Parker, who was born in the Southside city near the North Carolina line.
Former George Wythe Assistant Principal Rashaad Pitt recalled on Sunday having told Parker only a few weeks ago that he had accepted a job as the principal of Charlottesville High School. In response, referencing George Wythe’s mascot, Parker said, “once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog.”
Parker is survived by his wife Hollie Young Parker, their children Olivia Vaughan Parker and Riddick “Trey” Thurston Parker III and his mother Barbara Vaughan Parker.
“He was a remarkable leader, always humble, honest, hardworking and loyal,” J. Austin Brown, RPS principal director for high schools, said Sunday.
“He exhibited a determination to improve the lives of students,” Brown said.
Kamras previously honored Parker at the Aug. 23 school board meeting.
“Riddick was a cherished member of our family who gave his full heart and his full soul to the students of the George Wythe community," Kamras said.
"He was a Super Bowl champion who could have done anything with his life but he chose to serve children and he chose to do so here in Richmond, first at Armstrong and then at George Wythe.
“His passing has left a gaping hole in our entire family but especially the George Wythe family.”
Parker wrote in his principal’s message: “To my students, staff, families, and community; I am so honored to be your servant leader. Thank you for the opportunity to work with such an amazing school community.”
Parker encouraged staff, students and parents to stop by his office or give him a call to share concerns, ideas and ask questions.
Before RPS, Parker worked for Baltimore City Public Schools as an education consultant working on literacy development and graduation pathway programs.
During his time in the NFL, he played for the Seattle Seahawks, the Baltimore Ravens and the New England Patriots, with whom he won a Super Bowl championship in 2002. He was a defensive tackle at the University of North Carolina before his pro career.
Parker held a master’s of public administration from Walden University and a graduate certificate in school administration and supervision from Johns Hopkins University. He graduated from UNC with a bachelor’s degree in history and communications. | https://richmond.com/news/local/education/rps-community-family-friends-honor-the-life-of-george-wythe-principal-riddick-parker/article_352f5de6-a2c4-5412-b801-f3002afff54a.html | 2022-08-29T00:42:30 | 1 | https://richmond.com/news/local/education/rps-community-family-friends-honor-the-life-of-george-wythe-principal-riddick-parker/article_352f5de6-a2c4-5412-b801-f3002afff54a.html |
GARY — Barbara Lynn Bennett cried during Sunday morning Mass at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church. Earlier in the week, her parish had lost its administrator, while the Diocese of Gary lost its third spiritual shepherd.
In the building he renovated 23 years ago, retired Bishop Dale J. Melczek was received Sunday for visitation prior to his funeral Monday from Holy Angels Cathedral. Melczek, who served as Gary’s bishop for 23 years, died Wednesday at age 83.
Bennett said Melczek called her an apostle because she took notes during his homilies and shared her notes around the world.
“He was a constant inspiration,” Bennett recalled. “He always said to not fear death because life is a journey until all eternity.”
Bennett was among those paying her respects to the Detroit priest who arrived in Northwest Indiana 30 years ago.
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The Sunday afternoon service began with the rite of reception of the body, followed by visitation. Visitations continue Monday from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30. As with Bishop Andrew G. Grutka, the first bishop of Gary, Melczek will be interred in the cathedral.
Two months earlier, Melczek served at the cathedral altar during a diaconal ordination Mass with current Bishop Robert J. McClory. As main celebrant at the rite of reception, McClory said it was fitting that his predecessor had renovated a church dedicated to the angels and was now among them.
“He exhibited that beautiful array of virtue, fidelity, marking a life that is worthy of reflection,” McClory said, calling Melczek a disciple who emptied himself for God and others.
“He came to know and love Christ and share Him with us,” McClory continued. “He was a tireless servant, compassionate pastor, hopeful leader, and dear brother and friend.”
The Rev. Michael Yadron, pastor at St. Thomas More in Munster, posted a photo of Melczek on his Facebook page and echoed McClory’s sentiments: “Until his last days, Bishop Melczek was still looking for new ways to share the love of Jesus in Northwest Indiana. We now entrust him to the love of Jesus so that he may be drawn forward into the Lord’s eternal embrace.”
Coming from Detroit, Melczek was appointed apostolic administrator to Gary in 1992. Melczek was named coadjutor bishop in 1995, and on June 1, 1996, he was consecrated bishop of Gary.
Reflecting on his episcopate in 2014, Melczek noted, “I was ordained as priest and bishop to be servant leader of the faith community entrusted to me. … My goal through these past years and throughout my 50 years of priestly ministry has been, above all, to help God’s people appreciate that all of the baptized are the Church, the living presence and Body of Jesus in the world today.
“All of the baptized are called to grow deeper in the love of Jesus and to actively share Jesus’ love with others in accordance with the gifts and talents that God has given them.”
Melczek oversaw the renovation and restoration of Holy Angels Cathedral in 1997. Two years later, he welcomed the Missionaries of Charity to serve the poor of the area from the former St. Mark convent in Gary.
He also welcomed the newest parish of the diocese, Holy Spirit in Winfield, and blessed the new St. John the Evangelist Church in St. John. The Rev. Sammie Maletta, pastor at St. John, recalled Melczek as a “good friend, holy man. A lot of people always cared about him, and he will be missed.”
Maletta and Melczek went together to Portillo’s for their favorite food: hot dogs.
Valerie McManus, Melczek’s secretary for 22 years, commented in the diocesan newspaper, “From the beginning, it was evident to me how much he loved God and how happy he was in his priesthood and ministering to people.” Noting how the bishop spoke and wrote about priestly joy, McManus continued, “He has certainly been an example to our priests in that regard.”
Looking ahead to the 50th anniversary of the diocese in 2007, Melczek instituted Future Full of Hope, a parish-based program for visioning and setting goals.
The bishop also tackled racism with a pastoral letter and a three-year initiative on the issue. Under Melczek’s direction, a four-year Lay Ecclesial Ministry Program was developed for adult faith formation.
Melczek also served the diocese nationally and internationally on committees of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and Catholic Relief Services, the overseas aid arm of the USCCB. Through CRS, Melczek visited several countries and led several groups overseas. He also instituted a global partnership between the Diocese of Gary and Fort-Liberté in Haiti, the poorest country in this hemisphere.
“I used to say the world was his parish,” said the Rev. Bob Kotlarz, a longtime friend from Detroit. “He was very loving, caring and joyful, a people person. He was mindful of people of all backgrounds.”
Melczek also restored the permanent diaconate in Gary, preparing laymen to serve in non-priestly ministries. Deacon Thomas Gryzbek noted how, through Melczek’s leadership, “deacons are now … actively involved in prisons, with migrant farm workers, peace and social justice issues and training programs in beautiful ways that had not existed prior to Bishop Melczek’s arrival.”
Andrean High School Principal Jaycob Knazur called the late bishop “a strong figure for everyone in the diocese, especially those in education. He was an authentic witness of the faith and a man of great zeal.”
Margaret Saliga, a retired educator from Whiting, worked with Melczek on Confirmation preparation. “He was a very loving and understanding person,” Saliga said. “The children loved him, and he loved them. He was an exceptional priest and dedicated bishop.”
Among the pallbearers was Deacon Stephen Grandfield, who serves at St. Mary of the Lake and Nativity of Our Savior in Portage. Serving with Meclzek at the Miller parish, Grandfield said, “He was what a parish priest should be. He attended all the parish meetings, he never tried to take them over, but he listened attentively.
“He was always available and enjoyed spending time with parishioners,” the deacon added. “He was a true friend.” | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/lake/gary/faithful-pay-respects-to-tireless-servant/article_c8bb7c62-8198-5998-84c9-51b758df4d3b.html | 2022-08-29T00:57:37 | 0 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/lake/gary/faithful-pay-respects-to-tireless-servant/article_c8bb7c62-8198-5998-84c9-51b758df4d3b.html |
WHITING — Move over, pierogi. Another stuffed food item is getting ready to step into the spotlight in the city.
The first Whiting Empanada Fest will be from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sept. 10 in Whiting Lakefront Park.
The fest is a collaboration between the newly formed Whiting Hispanic Heritage Organization and the Whiting Parks Department.
The Whiting Hispanic Heritage Organization was formed at the start of this year, and its founder and chairperson is Whiting Councilwoman Rebeca Uñate Michko, D-2nd.
Both of her parents came from Mexico.
"We haven't had anything for Hispanic Heritage (Month) at all, that I can think of," Uñate Michko said.
Empanada Fest has been the main focus of the new organization as it plans a full day of fun and Latin American flavor, with music playing a big part.
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Mariachis, a salsa band and traditional Mexican dancing are all scheduled for the fest.
"We've got a contract with Latin Satin Soul to close it out," Uñate Michko said.
There will also be a beer garden and, of course, empanadas will be featured.
Described as a type of turnover with a sweet or savory filling, the tasty treat is commonly baked or fried.
Adi Cruz, a member of the Whiting Hispanic Heritage Organization who also serves as parks superintendent, came up with the idea to call it Empanada Fest.
"That's brilliant because it looks like a pierogi," Uñate Michko said.
Empanada Fest is a sort of takeoff on the city's popular Pierogi Fest that occurs each July and glorifies the dumpling closely associated with Eastern European cultures.
"What I'm familiar with is pastelillos, which is a Puerto Rican version of an empanada," Cruz said. "And I know a lot of people aren't familiar with that term."
Araceli Gomez, also a member of the Whiting Hispanic Heritage Organization, said that empanadas can be found all over Latin America and that most cultures have similar foods, such as pierogis, wontons and calzones.
Other food offerings will include authentic Mexican desserts, and there will also be games for children.
Mayor Steve Spebar gave the go-ahead to use the park for the festival.
"We're celebrating the ethnic diversity of Whiting," Spebar said.
He said the most recent census numbers showed the percentage of Hispanic people in Whiting as being in the high 30s, and that it has likely risen since.
"It's a significant portion of our population," Spebar said.
Empanada Fest will be held right before the start of National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.
The inaugural fest is being presented by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union. Interested vendors or sponsors can email WhitingHHO@gmail.com for more information.
Admission to the fest is free while there is a $5 charge for parking.
The Whiting Hispanic Heritage Organization consists of members who reside in Whiting or the Robertsdale section of Hammond.
One of the goals of the organization is to develop action committees to address the challenges of members of the Hispanic population in areas such as education, health, employment and public safety.
The organization also wants to celebrate Hispanic history and contributions to the Whiting/Robertsdale community and in the entire United States.
Cruz said the organization may establish some type of scholarship program in the future. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/lake/whiting/whiting-plans-inaugural-empanada-fest/article_ab011b4c-29fd-58c7-ba81-60fb36ad9aa5.html | 2022-08-29T00:57:43 | 0 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/lake/whiting/whiting-plans-inaugural-empanada-fest/article_ab011b4c-29fd-58c7-ba81-60fb36ad9aa5.html |
AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating a missing 85-year-old.
Geraldine Godwin was last seen Saturday around 3 p.m. on the 11900 block of Swearingen Drive. She was wearing grey Capri shorts and a dark tank top that was possibly blue or gray.
Godwin is described as follows:
- White female
- Grey hair
- Blue eyes
- 4 feet, 11 inches tall
- 120 pounds
Anyone with more information is asked to call 911 or the APD's Missing Persons Unit at 512-974-5250.
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FORT WORTH, Texas — A 5-year-old boy and a 17-year-old boy have died after a drive-by shooting in a Fort Worth neighborhood on Sunday afternoon, police said.
An 18-month-old boy was also injured in the incident but is expected to survive.
Police said they responded to the shooting around 2:15 p.m. in the 8500 block of Steel Dust Drive in the northern area of the city, near Bailey Boswell Road and Saginaw Boulevard.
Officers arrived and found the three victims at the home where the shooting was reported, police said. The victims were transported to a hospital, where the teenager and 5-year-old boy died.
According to police, it's believed an unknown number of suspects drove by the home and started firing at the victims who were in the front yard. The suspects then drove away.
The victims have not yet been identified.
Further details were not immediately released as the investigation continues.
Anyone who may have information on the incident is urged to call police at 817-392-4336.
"We're seeing a rise in violent crime across the country and unfortunately we're seeing violent crime here in Fort Worth," Fort Worth Police Chief Neil Noakes said during a news conference about the shooting. "But when you have children who are murdered completely senselessly, it adds just another level to that tragedy we're all experiencing."
"I think of a 17-year-old who should be looking at his senior year, graduating and starting his life. I think of a 5-year-old who should be starting kindergarten," Noakes said. "... I can tell you this much. The Fort Worth Police Department is going to put every resource necessary to this investigation to do everything we can to bring those responsible to justice." | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/teen-5-year-old-killed-drive-by-shooting-fort-worth-steel-dust-drive/287-0297c772-f65e-4fd4-b90d-318b09339645 | 2022-08-29T01:10:42 | 1 | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/teen-5-year-old-killed-drive-by-shooting-fort-worth-steel-dust-drive/287-0297c772-f65e-4fd4-b90d-318b09339645 |
AUSTIN, Texas — While we saw some measurable rain last week, most of Central Texas remains in a drought. Many counties still have water restrictions in place, and it's hard to keep a pretty lawn, which is why experts recommend drought-resistant landscaping.
The City of Austin has created this guide, so residents know what plants are native to the state and thrive under our usual dry conditions.
Drought-resistant plants are also able to hold more water when they get it. The City of Austin said these drought-tolerant plants need little if any supplemental fertilizer and are resistant to most diseases and pests. Using less water, fertilizer and chemicals in one's yard also helps protect Central Texas water resources.
These plants are also good to have during wildfire season.
"They're not going to hold a fire, if it does occur, for very long," said Alex Bregenzer, Texas A&M Forest Service program coordinator. "It'll either burn out quickly or won't be as intense. It will be lowered to the ground."
If you're looking to take it a step further, zero-scaping is another option.
"Taking grass or taking plants and placing it with completely fire-resistant materials like stone, rock -- in some cases, concrete," added Bregenzer.
Overall, the goal is to use as little water as possible and keep a pretty lawn year-round. This is something homeowners are able to achieve with drought-resistant plants because they can withstand almost any type of weather.
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CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Beto O' Rourke missed his scheduled stops in South Texas due to a bacterial infection that put him in the hospital, a statement from O'Rourke said Sunday.
"While my symptoms have improved, I will be resting at home in El Paso in accordance with the doctors’ recommendations," O'Rourke said. "I am sorry to have had to postpone events because of this, but promise to be back on the road with you as soon as I am able."
The candidate for Texas governor was scheduled to be in Corpus Christi, Three Rivers and Goliad this weekend for his 49-day "A Drive for Texas" campaign event. Staff members of his campaign notified 3NEWS on Friday he would have to postpone the events due to an illness. No other information was given at that time.
In his statement Sunday, O' Rourke said he began to feel sick on Friday and decided to go get checked out. He thanked the doctors and nurses of Methodist Hospital in San Antonio where he said he was treated for the bacterial infection.
"The extraordinary team there — from custodians to nurses and doctors — gave me excellent care and attention, including IV antibiotics and rest," the statement said.
It is unclear when O'Rourke will continue his campaign events across Texas. Campaign officials told 3NEWS he does plan to reschedule the events he missed in the Coastal Bend. | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/texas/beto-orourke-missed-south-texas-events-due-to-bacterial-infection/503-a8064e1c-18ee-44b4-a8b7-be395230b8b1 | 2022-08-29T01:10:54 | 1 | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/texas/beto-orourke-missed-south-texas-events-due-to-bacterial-infection/503-a8064e1c-18ee-44b4-a8b7-be395230b8b1 |
A woman was shot and killed in Atlantic City early Sunday morning, according to a news release from the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office issued Sunday evening.
The Atlantic City Police Department responded to a 911 call about a shooting on South Bellevue Avenue at 1:09 a.m. Responding officers found a gunshot victim, Malikah McLaughlin, at the scene. McLaughlin, a 26-year-old from Atlantic City, was pronounced dead.
The Atlantic County Major Crimes Unit and Atlantic City police are investigating the shooting.
Those with information about the incident can call (609) 909-7800 or visit the Prosecutor’s Office website www.acpo.org/tips to fill out an anonymous-tip form. They can also call Crime Stoppers at (609) 652-1234 or 1 (800) 658-8477 (TIPS) or visit www.crimestoppersatlantic.com where information leading to an arrest and indictment can lead to a cash reward. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/woman-shot-and-killed-in-atlantic-city/article_29cb1d9c-2722-11ed-a030-03fe49cf0aab.html | 2022-08-29T01:28:39 | 1 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/woman-shot-and-killed-in-atlantic-city/article_29cb1d9c-2722-11ed-a030-03fe49cf0aab.html |
Quarterback Matthew Yascko of the Edison High School football team ran for four touchdowns and threw a TD pass to lead Edison to a 42-21 win over Cedar Creek in the Battle at the Beach finale at Ocean City on Sunday.
Edison finished the game with five straight TDs.
Darius Benjamin intercepted a pass and caught a TD pass for Cedar Creek. Pirates quarterback Billy Smith threw two TD passes.
— Michael McGarry
Edison 42, Cedar Creek 21
Edison;7 7 21 7—42
Cedar Creek;0 14 7 0—21
FIRST QUARTER
E—Parrott 7 run (Sabio kick)
SECOND QUARTER
E—Yascko 13 run (Sabio kick)
CC—Benjamin 73 pass from Smith (Best kick)
CC—Parks 23 pass from Smith (Best kick)
THIRD QUARTER
CC—Harvey 37 run (Best kick)
E—Yascko 2 run (Sabio kick)
E—Yascko 2 run (Sabio kick)
E—Harvey 33 pass from Yascko (Sabio kick)
FOURTH QUARTER
E—Yascko 1 run (Sabio kick)
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Hiker, 31, found dead near Lake Havasu City; crews rescue another 3 hikers in Phoenix area
A 31-year-old hiker who went missing at Sara Park near Lake Havasu City on Friday was found dead Saturday afternoon after parting ways with a group of hikers who were suffering from dehydration and heat exhaustion.
According to Mohave County Sheriff's Office, deputies were requested to help locate four people who had gone hiking earlier in the day at Sara Park and had become dehydrated and could not continue to the trailhead Friday afternoon. The hikers were out of water.
Three of the hikers were located by Lake Havasu City Fire Department. A 63-year-old woman and a 27-year-old woman were transported to a hospital for immediate care and a 61-year-old man was transported to the department's command post.
After speaking with the hikers, officials learned that a 31-year-old man had left them when they called 911 to search for a trailhead. At the time, he had also showed signs of dehydration and fatigue.
"A Search and Rescue arrived on scene, the use of hiking teams, biking teams and vehicle teams were deployed along the extensive trail system at Sara Park performing a route and location search," said the Mohave County Sheriff's Office in a statement.
The search continued through Friday night and ended midday Saturday when search teams located the 31-year-old man dead in the desert wilderness off of the marked trail system.
"They were visiting Sara Park from out of town and unfamiliar with the increased danger of hiking in the heat of the day and the challenging trail system during the summer," said Mohave County Sheriff's Office.
Crews rescue at least 3 hikers in Phoenix area
Sunday morning, firefighters from Phoenix, Tempe and Chandler rescued a 60-year-old woman off of South Mountain after she suffered from heat exhaustion.
Crews were called out just before 7 a.m. after the woman's daughter noticed she was suffering from heat exhaustion.
Firefighters located the woman half a mile up the trail with an "altered level of consciousness."
According to Phoenix Fire Department, the woman was treated with advanced life support measures, loaded onto a big wheel and taken to an awaiting ambulance. She was then transported to a local hospital in extremely critical condition.
Another 54-year-old woman was assisted off of Shaw Butte hiking trail in Phoenix near Seventh Street on Sunday morning after she became overheated.
Fire crews found the woman in stable condition approximately half a mile up the mountain trail and assisted her down to the parking lot where she refused ambulance transportation to a hospital.
In addition, firefighters from Phoenix, Tempe, and Guadalupe were able to locate and assist a woman who had run out of water on the Pima Canyon Trail at South Mountain.
A friend of the hiker was able to guide rescuers to the woman's location where she was found and rescued via a motorized vehicle.
The woman showed moderate signs of dehydration on initial evaluation but refused transportation to a hospital.
Phoenix has provided the following safety measures that hikers should take when hitting the trails:
- Watch the Weather: Yes, "it's a dry heat" — but Arizona's temperature can be deceiving and deadly. Hike when it's cold outside, try early mornings and evenings when there's more shade.
- Dress appropriately: Wear proper shoes, clothing, hat and sunscreen.
- Bring Water: Hydrate before you go. Have plenty of water, more than you think you need. Turn around and head back to the trailhead before you drink half of your water.
- Keep in Contact: Carry a mobile phone.
- Team Up: Hike with others. If hiking solo, tell someone your start and end times, and location.
- Be Honest: Do you have a medical condition? Asthma, heart problems, diabetes, knee or back problems? Don't push yourself! "Even trained athletes have been caught off guard by getting dehydrated on Arizona trails."
- Don't Trailblaze: Enjoy the Sonoran Desert's beautiful and undeveloped landscape, but please stay on designated trails.
- Take Responsibility: Don't be "that person" — the one who wasn't prepared, shouldn't have been there for health reasons or ignored safety guidelines. Be the responsible hiker, who takes a hike and does it right!
From the city of Phoenix:Take a hike. Do it right.
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1 person injured after shooting at Sandbar Mexican Grill in Gilbert
One person has been injured after an altercation led to a shooting at Sandbar Mexican Grill in Gilbert early Sunday morning.
Officers responded to the scene around 2:20 a.m. after receiving reports of a shooting.
Witnesses told Gilbert police that a large altercation broke out, which led to multiple shots being fired in the restaurant parking lot by suspects in a car that fled the scene, police said.
At the time, officers were unable to locate any shooting victims but were later notified by a hospital that a 27-year-old man had been admitted for injuries related to the shoot that were not life-threatening.
An investigation is ongoing.
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Glenn Mears remembered with Irish Wake
LAKE TWP. - Anyone stepping inside the Barrel Room Sunday afternoon would conclude Glenn Mears Jr., in a positive way, certainly left an impression on several people.
An Irish wake filled up the establishment in the 7900 block of Cleveland Avenue NW as surviving relatives, former business associates and friends convened to make merry and remember the former automobile dealership entrepreneur who died two weeks earlier at age 83.
"He always told me when I was growing up, 'When I die, I don't want anyone to be sad,'" Orum Glenn Mears III said of his father. "The Irish wake is designed to remember people, taking what would ordinarily be a sad occasion and making it a celebration and a joyous occasion."
When the two members of 87th Cleveland Pipe Band began playing their bag pipes, it was a standing-room crowd in the wine, craft beer and restaurant tavern. The band members came dressed in green plaid kilts.
"They actually got married here," Keri Sullivan, owner of the Barrel Room, said of Mears and his widow, Peggy Mears. "They were here a lot. When they weren't in Florida, they were here three or four days a week."
The main bar area in the establishment is named The Glenn "Smoke" and Peggy Mears Party Room.
Mears and his brother, John Mears, developed a chain of dealerships that included Park Honda, Park Acura and Park Mazda.
A video collage featuring several photographs of Mears with his family or at events was displayed in the banquet room. Photographs of him were posted throughout the establishment.
"I would do almost anything for this family," Sullivan said, explaining her willingness to dedicate her establishment to Glenn Mears Jr. "He was constantly doing things for other people."
Gleen Mears Jr. lived in the Lake Cable area of Jackson Township. He was native of New Philadelphia.
"He loved parties," Peggy Mears said. "He was such a good man. And he give so much to me from his heart."
Mears had two other sons, Mark Calvin Mears and Christopher John Mears.
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A local volunteer organization, 100+ Women Who Care Kenosha, which is focused on collective impact through local philanthropy, has announced it broke its attendance record during its recent successful gathering which resulted in a large donation to the Kenosha County Food Bank.
The group held its second quarterly meeting of the year on Aug. 11 on the rooftop of The Apis Hotel & Restaurant, and 102 women raised $10,240 at the event. Funds were awarded to the local nonprofit receiving the largest number of votes by attendees: the Kenosha County Food Bank.
Since 2018, nearly $140,000 has been donated to nonprofit organizations serving Kenosha County. Through the support of matching funds from the Robert Schulze Foundation, over $30,000 has been added to the community’s donations.
Local nonprofits including God’s Kitchen, Kenosha Literacy Council, Grace Welcome Center, Kenosha Area Family & Aging Services Inc., Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Alzheimer’s Association, Hospice Alliance and ELCA Outreach Center are among those which have also benefited from the collective effort.
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Each attendee who brings a donation — $100 for women over 40, $50 for women age 20-39, or $20 for women aged 13-19 — may nominate a local nonprofit of her choice. From those nominations, three charities are chosen at random. A representative from each charity speaks briefly to the guests, describing their mission and service to the community. Attendees then vote and the winning nonprofit receives all donations collected that evening.
The Kenosha group was formed in 2018 and is open to the public, with 90-minute meetings held quarterly.
The next meeting is Nov. 1. To learn more, visit the 100+ Women Who Care-Kenosha Facebook page @100WWCKenosha or 100WWCKenosha.org.
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Monday
KENOSHA CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE ON LICENSES/PERMITS: 4:30 p.m., at the municipal building, 625 52nd St., Room 202. Items on the agenda include: license applications; application of VPC Kenosha Pizza LLC for a new permanent outdoor extension of its liquor license at 7120 Green Bay Road; application of TNT’s Paddy O’s Pub LLC for a daily cabaret license for an event on Sept. 10.
PLEASANT PRAIRIE PLAN COMMISSION: 5 p.m., at the Village Hall Auditorium, 9915 39th Ave. Items on the agenda include a public hearing and consideration of the zoning map and zoning text amendments as the result of reconstruction of Hwy. 50, and the relocation of the western access driveway to the Dairy Queen at 4612 75th St.; and a public hearing and consideration of a flood plain boundary adjustment related to the installation of shared use paths generally located between 122nd Avenue (West Frontage Road) and 129th Avenue south of Goldbear Drive.
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KENOSHA BOARD OF PARKS: 5 p.m., at the municipal building, 625 52nd St., Room 204. Items on the agenda include request from Kenosha Running Club for use of Simmons Island Park on Sept. 14 for Harvest Moon 5K Run/Walk, including closing Kennedy Drive in that area; request from Safe Harbor Humane Society for use of Eichelman and Wolfenbuttel parks on Sunday, Oct. 2 (rain date of Oct. 9) for Safe Harbor’s Walk for Paws Dog Walk & Family Festival; request from Agape Love Christian Ministries Inc. for use of Hobbs Park on Saturday, Oct. 8, (rain date of Oct. 15) for Community Domestic Violence Prayer Vigil; award tree planting contract at citywide locations to Arthur Weiler, Inc., of Zion, Ill., for $124,000; award of contract for Southport Beach House interior renovations (Phase 4), 7825 Third Ave., to Berglund Construction Co. of Chicago for $389,980.
KENOSHA CITY COUNCIL STORMWATER UTILITY COMMITTEE: 5:30 p.m., at the municipal building, 625 52nd St., Room 202. The agenda includes an amendment to a professional services agreement with Ruekert Mielke for the Bonnie Hame Storm Sewer Design (30th Avenue to the Chrysler Basin).
KENOSHA CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE: 5:30 p.m., at the municipal building, 625 52nd St., Room 202. Items on the agenda include: award of contract for grading work (County ML and Union Pacific Railroad in Pleasant Prairie) to Super Western Inc. of Menomonee Falls for $229,300; contract for street and joint repairs on 18th Avenue from 32nd Street to 21st Street; award tree planting contract at citywide locations to Arthur Weiler, Inc., of Zion, Ill., for $124,000; award of contract for Southport Beach House interior renovations (Phase 4), 7825 Third Ave., to Berglund Construction Co. of Chicago for $389,980.
KENOSHA BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS: 5:30 p.m., at the municipal building, 625 52nd St., Room 202.
Wednesday
WHEATLAND SCHOOL BOARD: 7 p.m., in the Wheatland Center School Room (Community Room), 6606 368th Ave. Items on the agenda include: new teacher introductions; Community Education update; board goals; and facilities and operations report including building tour.
Thursday
KENOSHA COUNTY CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION: 3 p.m., at the Kenosha County Administration Building, 1010 56th St., in the second floor County Board Committee Room. Meeting will include determination of testing/selection procedure for deputy sheriff, detective, capital and chief deputy sheriff; then a closed session to consider deputy sheriff candidates.
Historical homes you can own in the Kenosha area
4 Bedroom Home in Kenosha - $399,000
LET THE RENTERS PAY YOUR MORTGAGE! Live in the 1890's farmhouse and rent the additional living space at the back of your lot. The farm house has been gutted to the framework in the past 10 years. A perfect blend of turn of the century character and modern conveniences. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout, ceramic tile in kitchen, laundry, and bathrooms. Main floor has updated kitchen with good sized island, spacious living and dining rooms, 2 bedrooms, a bath and a half, and laundry. Upstairs you'll find 2 great bedrooms, a loft/office area. and a full bath - all with hardwood floors. Newer roof, mechanicals, and most of the windows. If that's not enough there is a 1 bed/1 bath rental unit included on the over 3/4 acre lot. Low Somers taxes. Also listed as two-family #1807067.
4 Bedroom Home in Franksville - $400,000
Colonial era hobby farm situated on 5 acres features beautiful large wrap around porch,4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, built ins, 7 outbuildings including ice house, carriage house, granary, machine shed, chicken coop, milk house and goat house. Electricity in both chicken coop and garage (carriage house). Ideal for a growing family, business or hobbyist. Built in 1908, this Folk Victorian Farmhouse is packed with tons of charm and endless possibilities. Bring your design ideas. Selling as-is
4 Bedroom Home in Racine - $610,000
Have you always wanted a lake home?! Here it is! This beautiful well maintained tudor home is waiting for it's new owner. Enjoy the FABULOUS VIEWS from almost EVERY room including the bathroom. Open concept kitchen and dining. Hardwoord floors throughout that still have it's shine. Built-ins for added storage. Primary bedroom is HUGE with a walk in closet. Make this your first home or vacation home. So much to enjoy outdoor. Having a tiered deck gives elegance to the onlookers from the water. Top deckk has a pergula with a built-in bench for seating. Maintained stairway brings you to your own beach. The beach on property isn't swimmable but through the private gate on the property, allows you to enter a public park that has a swimmable beach.
4 Bedroom Home in Racine - $175,000
Cute 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath home in a nice and convenient Racine neighborhood. Kitchen and baths have been recently remodeled. New carpet throughout. Dining area has patio doors leading out to the back deck. One bedroom is on the main floor and could also be a nice, bright office/den. Fenced in backyard, 2 car garage.
4 Bedroom Home in Kenosha - $149,900
Ready for your personal touches. Partially updated home. Many projects done, however, more left. All materials on premise included in the price. Owner moved. Great 4 bedroom home with a walk up attic for extra space.
4 Bedroom Home in Pleasant Prairie - $279,900
Looking for a secluded hideaway to fix up just minutes from the tollway? Look no further. This 2 acre hideaway has room for everyone and a huge 3 car garage for the toys. There's a cozy fireplace and a dining room for the holidays. Take a look, your dream of living in the country may be closer than you think.
4 Bedroom Home in Silver Lake - $200,000
BEING SOLD AS IS. Lovely, extremely spacious Victorian home featuring original architecture with 4 BDRM, 1 BTH and hardwood floors located in the heart of Silver Lake. Radiant heat, newer windows, hot water tank and roof (2016). Private well pressure tank. Dont count this one out because of no garage , there is space for a garage to built. Enjoy your summers at the lake that is walking distance and view from your home, also a great little family and picnic park in your neighborhood. Fox River Park a little over a mile away with full park recreation and fishing and walking Trails. Val Mountain is 4 miles away for you snow lovers.
4 Bedroom Home in Kansasville - $229,900
LAKE LIVING in a Resort-Like Community just 30 minutes from the Illinois border and within 45 minutes of Downtown Milwaukee. Bring the kids and enjoy the amenities of this close-knit community. Common Area Includes: Tennis Courts, Volleyball Court, Baseball Area, Playground, 200 feet of Water Frontage with a Private Boat Slip, shared Beach Area, and a Pier. Beds, furniture, and Window Treatments included to get you started on your way to enjoying your weekends on the water! Tax Key #006032022150000 included in the sale (taxes for this parcel were $174 in 2021) which adds 30 feet of frontage on Golf Rd. CASH BUYERS - Probably won't pass for Conventional Financing. JUST BRING YOUR BOAT! MOTIVATED SELLER!
4 Bedroom Home in Zion - $199,900
ABSOLUTELY CHARMING 2 STORY, NESTLED IN THE HISTORIC DISTRICT IS WAITING FOR YOU TO CALL HOME! PROPERTY BOASTS OVERSIZED LOT WITH PLENTY OF ROOM FOR ALL VEHICLES, BOATS, ETC, ROOMY 2 CAR GARAGE WITH WORKSHOP,, SEPARATE OUTBUILDING FOR HOBBIES AND STORAGE, SPACIOUS MAIN LEVEL LIVING AREA NEXT TO YOUR ENCLOSED PORCH, DINING AREA, BONUS EATIN AREA RIGHT NEXT TO KITCHEN, ALL APPLIANCES STAY, MAIN LEVEL BEDROOM WITH PRIVATE BATHROOM, FOLLOW THE OAK RAILS UP TO YOUR GENEROUSELY SIZED BEDROOMS, WITH UPSTAIRS KITCHEN AND PRIVATE ENTRANCE. CLOSE TO SHOPPING, TRAILS, AND SCHOOLS. SET YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY!
4 Bedroom Home in Zion - $169,900
LARGE FAMILY HOME. APPLIANCES INCLUDED. 2ND LOT INCLUDED. 2 BEDROOM FULL BATH 1ST FLOOR. 2ND FLOOR 2 BEDROOMS FULL BATH. DETACHED 2 CAR GARAGE. FENCED YARD. JOINING LOT ADDRESS 3217 EZRA, 2ND 0428130007 LOT SIZE. 1475. 50 X 132. EXTRA LOT TAXES $330.31. CITY OF ZION REQUIRES REPAIRS TO BE COMPLETED BEFORE OCCUPANCY.
4 Bedroom Home in Waukegan - $129,900
Great opportunity for Investor or Handyman. 4 Bed, 1.1 Bath, over 1200 sq. ft. Full Basement, plenty of parking. Close to schools, public transportation, downtown Waukegan. Sold As-Is, NO FHA--House needs work. This property is occupied by tenants so please allow time to schedule.
5 Bedroom Home in Kenosha - $324,900
Pristine 5 bedrooms & 2.5 bathrooms home in remarkable neighborhood. Living room with fireplace and separate formal dining room upon entry. Spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances + huge family room great for entertaining and half bath also located on the main level! Second level boasts 5 generous sized bedrooms all offering fantastic closet place and 2 full baths. Partially finished basement with loads of room for storage + a workshop! Easy interstate access, amazing backyard and so much more! Schedule your private showing today! 1 Year Home Warranty Included!!
4 Bedroom Home in Racine - $154,900
Large 4 BD renovated home is move-in ready. Renovation includes a new kitchen with quartz countertops and new stainless steel appliances, new bathroom with large walk-in tile shower and tile floor, and new carpeting and flooring throughout! First floor has a formal DR, LR and a den! Large walk-in pantry off the kitchen and plenty of cabinet storage. Rooms are bright and sunny and the tall newer windows lets the sunshine in! Upstairs are 4 BD including master with 2 walk-in closets. Newer roof! Some newer windows and driveway for off-street parking.
4 Bedroom Home in Waukegan - $210,888
Vintage charmer on Waukegan's desirable northeast side. Near Walking distance to parks, school and shops. Nicely set with deep backyard, shaded trees and semi-screened front porch. All new appliances this year, including Central Air, two year old furnace and one year old hot water heater. Washer and dryer, dishwasher and automatic garage door opener. Newly renovated, bright and sunny with original woodwork, ceiling fans and hardwood floors. Two private bedrooms upstairs, master bath and full shower downstairs and huge carpeted family room with great views in back. Basement is semi-finished with half bathroom. New garage roof to be installed prior to closing. This home is a must-see!!
5 Bedroom Home in Racine - $520,000
Opportunities to own a house like this one do not come along very often. This historic Italianate stunner is located just 1 block W. of Lake Michigan in Racine's Southside Historic District. This beautifully maintained landmark home boasts 5+ BD & 3.5 BA and an open concept great room (with 2nd staircase) for today's modern living. Did we mention the first floor laundry room? Enjoy entertaining family & friends on the 4th of July watching the parade from your front porch, or from the belvedere (cupola) on top of the roof. Incredible lake and city views! Beaming wood floors throughout, and incredible detail such as: transom windows, leaded glass, ornate crown molding, French doors and bay windows. Just a short walk to Downtown Racine! Be sure to see documents for much more information!
4 Bedroom Home in Salem - $549,000
OLD WORLD CHARM & CHARACTER combined with modern updates and conveniences make this beautiful 5-acre hobby farm a dream come true! Step into this grand old lady to see all the gifts she has to offer: Lovely original woodwork with crown molding, original 5-panel doors and door knobs, 9 foot+ ceilings, and hardwood floors refinished this year. New appliances, large kitchen island, master with vaulted ceiling and walk-in closet plus awesome views of the property. Fruit trees and bushes - apple, pear, blackberry, raspberries and more. Several outbuildings and lovely pastures and paddocks with new fencing. New barn roof Aug 2022. Newer house roof, vinyl windows, well tank, and septic. See agent for complete list of BRAND NEW amenities added this year. You won't want to miss this one!
6 Bedroom Home in Waukegan - $399,000
Spacious North Shore home for half the price. Iconic house in the historic Sheridan Road neighborhood on over 3/4 acre with stone exterior, slate roof, pond/patio, two-car garage and featuring large professional greenhouse for year-round growing opportunities or other 4-season use such as a hot tub or above ground pool. Lovingly maintained, preserving its original architectural details with modern kitchen and bathroom updates. Specialty features include large kitchen with expansive solid wood cabinetry, prep-sink, high-end stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Large, formal living and dining rooms with fireplace and sun room are perfect for entertaining or enjoying time with family. Cozy paneled library with built-in bookshelves, crown molding and window seat. Second floor includes 6 bedrooms and 3 full baths including a master suite with jacuzzi tub and an overabundance of closet space. Finished basement area with large entertainment room and original prohibition era wet bar adjoining to a full bath and bonus room that could easily be used as a 7th bedroom creating a separate living space for inlaws or other family member. Massive full attic with cathedral ceilings gives the opportunity for expanding living space or lots of storage. 18'x36' professional greenhouse, new in 2020, includes radiant floor heat, backup overhead heater, ventilation fans, evaporative cooling and locking security door. Upper roof replaced in 2020, furnace and AC new in 2021 along with whole house humidifiers. Close to downtown amenities such as the famous Genesse Theater, Waukegan Harbor and Metro line to Chicago. Short drive to Illinois Beach State Park, Glen Flora Country Club and Golf Course and Great America theme park.
4 Bedroom Home in Waukegan - $165,000
Why pay RENT when you can OWN! This is an Excellent Opportunity for a young family starting out to make this property your own. This charming 4 bedroom 2 full bath split level home located on the North Side of Waukegan has hardwood flooring throughout, with 1 bedroom on the main level and 3 bedrooms on the 2nd level plus an office. Open concept formal living/dining room allows for family gatherings and entertainment. Unfinished basement for all of your storage needs. Large fenced in backyard featuring an enclosed Jacuzzi Spa that can be enjoyed all year round with plenty of space to host summer gatherings. The 2.5 Car Garage has alleyway access and enough space for 2 cars plus a workshop area! Close to schools, restaurants, shopping, and parks on the North Side of Waukegan.
4 Bedroom Home in Twin Lakes - $594,900
Beautiful 4 bedroom 3.5 bath home on nearly 1 acre. Home overlooks Conservancy along the Fox River. Nearly everything is new within the last two years. Stunning front porch, open concept kitchen, granite countertops, under cabinet lighting and center island for entertaining. Custom staircase. Large main suite features a walk-in closet, master bath, two vanities and a walk-in shower. Lower level features a large bedroom with plenty of closet space, a full bath and a bonus room. Large mudroom with built-in cabinets. 3 car garage has vaulted ceilings. 50-foot outbuilding with 15.5-foot ceilings and an attached 1 car rear garage. The easement to the building would make it convenient to run your business from home. One year home warranty up $550 is included. Don't miss this one!
4 Bedroom Home in Racine - $62,000
Attention Investors: Here is your opportunity to complete the rehab that has been started. This would make a great investment as a flip or rental. Property is being sold As-Is. Seller will not make any repairs or cure any defects. NEW: vinyl plank flooring in some rooms, tile flooring, kitchen cabinets, granite counters, updated bathrooms & some new windows. Exterior & most of Interior & doors have been freshly painted. 2016 water heater. Trim is all taken off and in back pantry room. Put your finishing touches and ideas in here. Front porch needs to be rebuilt. See City code violations in documents after Condition Report. Some of these issues may have been addressed. Use caution when looking at it and no children allowed here please.
5 Bedroom Home in Waukegan - $180,000
Big house! lot of potential and can be in-law arranged. 5 bedrooms 2 kitchens. Lots of space, only needs some TLC.
4 Bedroom Home in Lake Villa - $600,000
***RARE WATERFRONT*** opportunity on DEEP LAKE with 100ft of lake frontage, excellent fishing, boating, kayaking and one of the cleanest lakes in Lake County! 4 Pins, 2 Homes and a Large 2.5 Car garage on just under 1 acre of dry land. The remaining 1.5 acres are underwater lots. The large home is the former "Tegan's Resort" and features Original wood floors & Woodburning stove!!! First floor full bath, bedroom & laundry room, large open living room with skylights & excellent lake views and a full walkout basement. It has been vacant for a few years and could use some TLC. The second home (38770 Gratton) features 1 Bath, 1 bedroom and loft with vaulted ceilings, spiral staircase & deck with lake views! It has also been consistently rented out and is currently on a month to month lease. Boat launch right next door for easy access through the voluntary association. This is your chance to have your historic waterfront getaway and earn some income at the same time!
4 Bedroom Home in Kenosha - $1,250,000
Welcome to your own exquisite private oasis located in desirable Pleasant Prairie. This prestigious estate sits on an elegantly landscaped 4 acres with a private, electric gated entry. This architectural masterpiece features over 400K in upgrades within the last 3 years. Upgrades include a new 3.5 car attached garage with a bonus room above adding 1,013 sqft garage space and 675 sqft of living space, a new driveway, electric gate, aluminum fence, and landscaping. A full home generator, new windows, and HVAC eliminate concerns for any additional repairs. Dream home does not even begin to describe what this home has to offer. A complete list of upgrades located in documents.
5 Bedroom Home in Racine - $135,000
Plenty of room to roam in this home! This 5 bedroom, 2 full bath home is ready for it's new owner. 2 bedrooms with full bath on main floor and 3 bedrooms and full bath upstairs with an additional creative space, make it an office, a workout space the options are endless. Master bedroom upstairs has large walk in closet with beautiful glass french doors. Spacious dining room to host all of your family for those Holiday meals. Large well lit basement. Fenced yard with wood deck. Newer vinyl siding, roof, some windows and water heater. Come make this house your home.
5 Bedroom Home in Racine - $244,900
Beautiful Victorian offering views of Lake Michigan. Spacious home located in Historic District of Racine. Hardwood floors, Natural Fireplace, High Ceilings. Butlers Pantry. Updated Electric, Forced Air Furnace. Updated Baths. Built ins offer ample storage. Granite countertops. Coveted first floor laundry room. Attic space is finished and could make a fantastic master bedroom. Walking distance to all the charming downtown stores and restaurants.
5 Bedroom Home in Racine - $649,900
Wonderful lake views from this grand Tudor on Main St.! With a little TLC you can revive the historic charm of this one of a kind home! Pier access can be added. This Lake Michigan Estate is over 5,000 sq ft and boasts grace and elegance with the craftsmanship of a bygone era! Iron fenced gardens and private protected shoreline. 3rd floor is perfect for nanny's quarters or guest quarters. Finished basement area. Must see!
6 Bedroom Home in Pleasant Prairie - $319,900
PRICED REDUCED TO SELL!! YOU DRIVE BY THIS EVERY DAY - MAKE IT YOURS!!! RENOWNED SCHOOLS!! Charming 2-story family owned for YEARS! OVER 2600sq ft of living space! Enter through the giant TOTALLY REDONE Mud/Lndry room and proceed to the HUGE eat-in kitchen - just what you'd want in a home with this kind of character! PLUS formal dining room, formal living room AND family room with a cozy fireplace!!! Additional BR or office on main floor. Upstairs boasts 5 generous BR and FULL BATH! Step out of the family room onto the XTR-large deck outfitted with a motorized awning! Overlook your property (.97 acre) bordered on the north by Conservation Land - no neighbors there! ADD THE MASSIVE 3-1/2 car garage and you have the whole package - COUNTRY LIVING IN PLEASANT PRAIRIE! SEE IT TODAY!! | https://www.kenoshanews.com/news/local/local-governmental-meetings-for-the-week-of-aug-29/article_b30a5e80-26e9-11ed-ac91-3bd5596746fc.html | 2022-08-29T01:42:40 | 0 | https://www.kenoshanews.com/news/local/local-governmental-meetings-for-the-week-of-aug-29/article_b30a5e80-26e9-11ed-ac91-3bd5596746fc.html |
A splash of red briefly dotted the green landscape near the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Bridge on Sunday afternoon as the Rev. Bill McGill again delivered a speech he has spoken countless times before – the late civil rights leader’s iconic “I Have a Dream” address.
Sunday marked 59 years since Martin Luther King Jr. described his hopes for equality to more than 250,000 people gathered around the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.
“I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed, ‘We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal,’ ” King said on Aug. 28, 1963.
King would likely be discouraged that the nation still struggles with hate and discrimination, said McGill, senior pastor of Imani Baptist Temple.
“Here I am at 66 years of age, nearly, and I never thought that we would still be talking about the fulfillment of the dream,” McGill said. “I thought by now, clearly we would have made further progress than we have.”
Fewer than five people attended McGill’s annual commemoration of the speech’s anniversary, but that didn’t faze the pastor. He planned it last-minute, he said, and he offered a virtual option via Facebook.
“So, I’m actually surprised anybody, you know, showed up,” he said.
With a pail of red roses on the ground nearby, attendees Mary Fields and Amos Norman stood on either side of McGill as the pastor repeated King’s speech on a berm near Fourth and Clinton streets.
“It’s a continuous and constant fight,” Norman said of King’s dream.
McGill agreed. Instead of creating a unifying core, the pastor said, society keeps moving away from the civil rights leader’s message.
“We need these kinds of days of commemoration to help us in our racial navigation,” the pastor said.
When asked why he takes it upon himself to mark the speech’s anniversary, McGill said meeting King at age 8 was a defining moment in his life. The civil rights leader placed a hand on McGill’s shoulder and told him he saw greatness in him.
“I didn’t have a father growing up, and so I adopted Dr. King as my mentor and model,” McGill said. “I’ve tried to again replicate him in my everyday existence.”
Once finished with the speech, McGill invited the few attendees to join him on the bridge and drop 59 roses in the St. Marys River as a symbolic gesture: “We wanted the roses to be tossed in memory of each of those years that we are still actively involved in trying to make sure that the dream comes flowing down the stream.” | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/fort-wayne-pastor-marks-59th-anniversary-of-kings-dream-speech/article_fd138f66-271f-11ed-af56-735b673d5bff.html | 2022-08-29T02:13:45 | 0 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/fort-wayne-pastor-marks-59th-anniversary-of-kings-dream-speech/article_fd138f66-271f-11ed-af56-735b673d5bff.html |
A two-car collision in DeKalb County injured three people, sending them to a hospital, sheriff’s officials said Sunday in a news release.
Kimberly Quinones, 49, of Garrett was driving westbound on U.S. 6 about 10:45 p.m. Saturday when she slowed down because of an animal in the road, the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Department said.
Lonnie Lewis, 55, of Ashley was following Quinones “too closely and rear ended” the Saturn Vue with the Mitsubishi Eclipse, the news release stated.
Quinones’s vehicle sustained heavy rear-end damage and landed in a ditch. Lewis’ vehicle, which was totaled, came to rest on the road, officials said.
Quinones suffered head and neck pain. Her passenger, Jamie Ramos, 27, of Garrett suffered head and shoulder pain, the release said.
Lewis, who was not wearing a seat belt, suffered a head injury, officials said.
The release didn’t say whether Quinones and Ramos were wearing seat belts. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/two-car-accident-sends-three-to-hospital/article_513fb29a-272a-11ed-807d-1fae6524cb2a.html | 2022-08-29T02:13:52 | 0 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/two-car-accident-sends-three-to-hospital/article_513fb29a-272a-11ed-807d-1fae6524cb2a.html |
SCRANTON, Pa. — Crowds filled downtown Scranton to watch the second day of the Electric City Classic
Sunday's hill climb race along Olive Street is nothing like your typical bike race.
About 70 cyclists all took on the challenge of biking up the cobblestone hill.
Unlike Saturday's main event, the hill climb is open to amateur cyclists.
Neighbors cheered from their front lawns, watching competitors race to the finish line.
"There's the cobblestone hill climb, it's very rare, and it's hard. It's steep, it's not that long, but it's a hard effort," said Matthew Peters, cyclist.
The Electric City Classic wrapped up Sunday afternoon in Scranton.
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WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — A business expo in Luzerne County showcased business owners of color on Sunday.
It's the second annual NEPA black-owned business expo at the Mohegan Sun Pocono Convention Center near Wilkes-Barre.
Black-owned businesses from all over the area have the opportunity to put their products on display and market their brands and services.
One business owner says expos like this help people experience new things.
"I think it allows people to see diversity. Because sometimes people may just live in a bubble and may think, 'this is the only thing that I know.' But if your mind is like a parachute, it works best when it's open. So people are open to diversity are being able to experience other things," said Lisa Burton, Seacret Agent.
The business expo wrapped up around 7 p.m. in Luzerne County.
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HAZLETON, Pa. — The Hazle Township Community Park transformed into a Children's Fest put on by Hazleton Power. A group dedicated to sharing opportunities and resources for kids in the greater Hazleton area.
Children's Fest is a one-stop shop for families. A unique way to interact with local doctors and learn about county programs and extracurricular activities.
Organizations like the Pennsylvania State Police made sure to bring out all of their toys.
"I've never seen a helicopter in person before. So that was my first seeing one in person," said Edgardo Aguilar from Hazelton.
Organizers say this was their largest turnout yet. Giving exposure to places like the Hazleton Eye Specialists, who discovered a bigger need for vision services in their community.
"We are doing the spot vision screening for eye care, and we are realizing there are a lot of people out there not wearing glasses and probably not seeing their best," Jen Bissol, a technician with Hazleton Eye Specialists said.
"Patients, they don't know. Especially parents because in young children, their refractive error is always compensated because they're so young. But sometimes glasses and things like that can really help," said Hazleton Eye Specialists Technician Ann Fisher.
While the activities are kid-focused, this event is also a way for parents to learn about how to take advantage of programs designed to help families in the Hazleton community.
"I think it's really important because where do you find this information, especially when there's assistance and stuff out there, so it's great. Or if you don't know how to sign up for a certain program or when it's available," Hazelton Power Executive Director, Lauren Sanzi, said.
"If we don't do things like this, they're not going to know what's out there for the kids to do. There are a lot of things that are out there, but if it's not put out there, they don't know where to find it, unfortunately," said Sarah Molli, a parent from Hazleton.
Organizers with Hazleton Power say this year's Children's Fest was so successful, they're already looking forward to next year.
Check out WNEP’s YouTube channel. | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/luzerne-county/hazleton-hosts-childrens-fest-township-community-park-edgardo-aguilar-jen-bissol-ann-fisher-hazleton-eye-specialists-lauren-sanzi-sarah-molli/523-abc9fdf5-4252-4050-9add-3f9f67bf952a | 2022-08-29T02:32:34 | 0 | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/luzerne-county/hazleton-hosts-childrens-fest-township-community-park-edgardo-aguilar-jen-bissol-ann-fisher-hazleton-eye-specialists-lauren-sanzi-sarah-molli/523-abc9fdf5-4252-4050-9add-3f9f67bf952a |
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Fans from across the world got a front-row seat to watch some great baseball.
Fans in the stands cheered as the championship game of the Little League World Series got underway.
This year international champ Curacao faced off against the United States champ, the West team from Hawaii.
Fans say their entire time here has been a dream come true.
"It was the experience of a lifetime for him and just so great seeing all the kids out there, and they just played so hard and had a great time. It was really cool," said Jenny Melvin, Ohio.
"It’s great. you get to see all the kids walking around, meet them all, get some pictures, get some signatures. All the pros come. It’s great for the kids," said Chris Algard, Bloomsburg.
For fans like Chris Algard of Bloomsburg, it’s a tradition to attend the games.
"Me and my grandfather came many years before that for years. I think my first year was 2015 l. Mid-Atlantic. I was here for a while," said Algard.
For others, it was their first time here.
"They've watching at the whole time, the two girls, and they were like 'we really wanna go', so I’m like absolutely. We’re so excited. I'm like we're only 45 minutes away from here and never came," said Kim Holohan, Danville.
Last year the only fans allowed to watch games were those with a special pass.
So this is the first time in two years that the series was open to the public.
For Jenny Melvin and her family, it’s a moment her son Owen has been waiting for.
"We actually chose to come two years ago to play in the challenger game, so we've been waiting for two years to come and play, so yeah, it's been really cool," said Melvin.
"It's really fun, and love to bat and go out of the field even though I'm not doing that. I just love to watch baseball," said Sydney Melvin, Ohio.
While this year's game is already over, people we spoke with say they can't wait for next year.
Check out WNEP’s YouTube channel. | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/lycoming-county/final-day-of-little-league-world-series-curacao-hawaii-jenny-melvin-chris-algard-kim-holohan-sydney-melvin/523-75ecc8fd-b1dc-4616-91e5-fe632ef92a32 | 2022-08-29T02:32:40 | 0 | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/lycoming-county/final-day-of-little-league-world-series-curacao-hawaii-jenny-melvin-chris-algard-kim-holohan-sydney-melvin/523-75ecc8fd-b1dc-4616-91e5-fe632ef92a32 |
BRADENTON, Fla. — The Manatee County Sheriff's Office needs your help finding a missing 12-year-old girl who was last seen Saturday night in the Bradenton area.
Emma Holmes was seen walking away on her own from her home on Harvard Avenue, the sheriff's office said in a news release.
Deputies say Holmes may be hanging out with her friends.
The 12-year-old was reportedly wearing a black top and jeans shorts.
Anyone with information on Holmes' whereabouts is asked to contact the sheriff's office at 941-747-3011. | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/manateecounty/emma-holmes-manatee-county-missing-12-year-old-girl/67-b89b8254-3091-46b6-b0f0-bee3708b9bfe | 2022-08-29T02:40:36 | 1 | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/manateecounty/emma-holmes-manatee-county-missing-12-year-old-girl/67-b89b8254-3091-46b6-b0f0-bee3708b9bfe |
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The State Fair of Texas announced the winners of its 18th annual Big Tex Choice Awards, representatives announced Sunday.
The winners for "Best Taste Savory," "Best Taste Sweet" and "Most Creative" were the ones announced with each item being evaluated by a panel of judges. Other finalists included the Deep Fried BLT, Deep Fried Rocky Road with Blue Bell Ice Cream and the Chicharon Explosion Nachos, among others.
Still, only three could be chosen. See the winners below!
BEST TASTE — SAVORY
Fried Charcuterie Board by Tami Nevin-Mayes and Josey Mayes
Following the layout of the trendy party plate, the Fried Charcuterie Board is a combination of mozzarella cheese, salami and green apples tossed in olive oil, Italian herbs and balsamic. It is then wrapped and fried in wonton wrapping. Finally, the fried creation is topped with creamy goat cheese and hot honey.
BEST TASTE — SWEET
Peanut Butter Paradise by Chris Easter and Nicole Sternes
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The peanut-themed concoction begins with a deep-fried honeybun injected with caramel and topped with peanut butter. The dish is then layered with peanut butter treats including Reese's Piece, Butterfinger crumbles, peanut butter cups, a caramel drizzle and powdered sugar. So, yeah. It's pretty sweet, y'all.
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Cha-Cha-Chata by the Garza Family
Inspired by the famous cha-cha dance, the recipe starts with blended milk and vanilla ice cream with the Garza family's secret horchata recipe. The drink is then poured into a cup rimmed with caramel and cinnamon and topped with whippted cream, crushed candy, cinnamon galletas de gragea (a sprinkle cookie,) and deep-fried arroz con leche bites. The straw to enjoy the final product comes with a churro because honestly at this point, why not?
The State Fair of Texas is set to open its gates from Sept. 30 to Oct. 23. For more information or to buy tickets, visit BigTex.com. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/state-fair-of-texas-announces-big-tex-choice-award-winners/3058885/ | 2022-08-29T02:47:02 | 0 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/state-fair-of-texas-announces-big-tex-choice-award-winners/3058885/ |
Back to school in Taunton; new city clerk appointed: Our Top 5 stories
Before we begin the new week in earnest, we're taking a look back at the week that was, and the stories that led the news with Taunton Daily Gazette readers.
Top stories this past week included:
The Bridgewater-Raynham football team is prepping for a new season where they might still be underdogs, but they've also got more seasoned players. Coach Lou Pacheco says that now that the team has had more time together, during the season and the offseason, they are ready to tackle the challenges as football season kicks off.
Could the historic Leonard School, closed since 2009, make way for new residences? The school, which is highly unlikely to be salvageable, would be most likely torn down and replaced with a condominium complex, per the recommendation of the city's Office of Economic and Community Development. Take a look at what sort of complex could take its place, including cottage-style condominiums.
These were the Top 5 stories of the past week, according to Gazette readers:
When's the first day of school in Taunton?
Believe it or not, summer vacation has come to an end. Many Taunton area students are headed back to the classroom this week.
Some youngsters, mostly kindergarteners will still have a little more summer to enjoy, as will students in the Dighton-Rehoboth school district.
Wondering just when it's back to school for your neighborhood? We've rounded up all the start dates, right here.
Back to class:When does school start? Here's when Taunton area students will head back to class
Familiar face to lead Taunton girls soccer
There might be a new coach for Taunton girls soccer, but he's a familiar face on the local soccer scene.
Longtime Coyle-Cassidy boys soccer coach Dan Borges was named the new Taunton girls varsity coach back in May, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience with the game to a program which has struggled to succeed in recent years.
Borges led the Warriors from 1984 until his retirement in 2016. He's stayed involved in youth and club soccer in Taunton.
Warrior to Tiger:Familiar face to lead Taunton girls soccer
Taunton appoints new city clerk, but not without controversy
With the retirement of longtime City Clerk Rose Marie Blackwell at the end of June, Assistant City Clerk Jennifer Leger became acting city clerk.
Leger had been assistant city clerk since 2007, and now she has been promoted to city clerk through a vote by the City Council.
The vote has not come without some controversy though, over an amendment made to the hiring policy while the hiring process was taking place.
Not voting in unison:Taunton appoints new city clerk, but not without controversy
Top 10 questions leading into the 2022 football season
With the official start of another high school football season, Taunton, Bridgewater-Raynham, Bristol-Plymouth and Dighton-Rehoboth are back on the field, with the ultimate goal of a December trip to Foxborough to play for a Super Bowl title.
Tough schedules, new quarterbacks:Top 10 questions for the 2022 football season
Taunton colonial in cul-de-sac sells for nearly three-quarters of a million
The real estate market is showing no signs of slowing down, seemingly no matter how big or how pricey the home is.
This week's top-selling property in Taunton is another whopper: a spacious colonial at 120 Malibu Drive that sold recently for $725,000.
The house features four bedrooms and two and a half baths, for a total of 2,855 square feet of living space. The amenities include a fireplace, hot tub, central air conditioning, 40-foot open front porch, sizable 22-by-14 rear deck opening to a patio, and an in-ground pool with a detached pool house.
Real estate:Taunton colonial in cul-de-sac sells for nearly three-quarters of a million
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On Ryane Martinez-Garibay’s 22nd birthday, she started work at her retail job and texted her mom about having lunch the next day. The two would celebrate by getting Indian food, their favorite, and Ryane would show her mom her newly decorated apartment.
Instead, Ryane received a phone call from a family friend that a constable had been shot at a nearby apartment complex. She went on a frantic search to locate her mom, Constable Deborah Martinez-Garibay, who had just texted her to arrange birthday plans a few hours before.
Deborah was not at her home, and none of the nearby hospitals had reported receiving her.
Ryane eventually got another call, this time from an unknown man’s voice: “He said, your mom, she was shot, and she didn’t make it,” Ryane recalled.
Deborah was one of three killed Thursday at Lind Commons Apartments after a man being evicted shot her, apartment manager Angela Fox-Heath and neighbor Elijah Miranda before turning the gun on himself.
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Gavin Lee Stansell, the 24-year-old shooter, was facing eviction from the apartment for threatening a neighbor with a gun “and has otherwise disturbed the peace,” according to court records.
But Deborah’s family questions whether she knew of the true danger she faced, and why there was a lack of safety afforded to her and other victims.
The family says a detective working on the case alerted them that Stansell’s mother had called for a wellness check on him the morning before the shooting due to the concerning behavior he displayed. TPD could not confirm if a wellness check was called in Thursday morning, but Sgt. Richard Gradillas, a department spokesman, said he was not aware of one based on the criminal briefing of the shooting.
“As far as we know, that was not communicated to Deborah. And so she went into this situation blind,” said Joanna Caballero, one of Deborah’s three sisters.
According to Esther Gonzalez, constable for Justice Precinct 2 and a close friend of Deborah’s, constables are only given the information provided on the judgment issued for the papers they serve. Constables can look up a person through a computer system, she said, which can tell them if a person has been “booked into the jail or has had some kind of contact with law enforcement.”
Gonzalez said serving papers to those with criminal backgrounds is “a daily thing.”
“And if you have on your plate consistently 15 to 20 evictions a day, on top of all the other work we do, I mean, we’re just going through these nonstop,” she said.
As they mourn Deborah’s death, the constable’s family is waiting for answers on how such a deadly situation unfolded after a standard eviction.
“What are those steps in place to protect people? I think at the very least, they ought to do a warrant check for them prior to sending out these constables, to see what kind of threats they’re facing when they get to that place,” said Michelle Martinez-LaVetter, Deborah’s sister. “And then briefing those constables and saying you know what, this might be a little too dangerous for you. Let’s send our cops out there, and let’s send our deputies out there.”
“There’s a lot of answers that need to be had. We expect them. And we’re waiting,”
‘They sent her in there unprepared’
Deborah was appointed by the Pima County Board of Supervisors as constable for Justice Precinct 8 in midtown Tucson to replace a constable who resigned in March. A constable’s job entails serving legal summons such as eviction notices and protection orders from the justice courts to residents. As elected officials, they’re not required to have any background in enforcement or training before taking on the position.
Deborah served 16 years in the Army and ran the Tucson chapter of an adaptive golf program for veterans called PGA HOPE.
Her family says Deborah was a “force of nature” and wanted to take on the constable position while continuing her volunteer work with veterans “because she wanted to help people.”
“She would go out and get resources and then she would ask, ‘What can I do for you? You don’t need to worry about being on the street, we got this place, we got food, we got stamps.’ She would go to Walmart to donate gift cards so people could get groceries,” Deborah’s father Joe Martinez said. “And at the same time, she never quit laughing.”
But while she was excited to take on the job, Deborah’s family said after six months as a constable, she still didn’t have the county-issued firearm, Kevlar vest or badge the county issues to constables.
“I feel that they sent her in there unprepared,” said her mother, Margaret Martinez.
Gonzalez said she has a county-issued gun, Taser and vest that she was fitted for, but it took “months” for the equipment to come in. She worked for the constable’s office for 12 years before being elected and trained under former Constable Marge Cummings, who lent Gonzalez an extra vest as she waited for her fitted one to come in.
Deborah’s family says the constable was armed with her personal firearm while waiting for a county-issued one to arrive.
In addition to long wait times for equipment, Gonzalez said the constables’ office also has issues regarding communication with law enforcement. Constables rarely know the nature of the individual they’re serving papers to before they knock on their doors, according to Gonzalez.
Normally, apartment managers will give constables a forewarning about a dangerous tenant, Gonzalez said. But even when a constable asks for help, the responses given can vary. According to Gonzalez, at one meeting the constables attended, an agenda item was listed about “how we need to stop calling so much for backup.”
“There needs to be more communication within the office. … I believe that other law enforcement agencies need to communicate with our office directly because we’re not the peons of the county,” she said. “Our job is, I believe, more dangerous than what these other agencies have to go through because we are directly entering other people’s houses that we don’t know. We’re going in blind.”
Arizona law requires newly elected constables to attend a training course within six months of taking on the job. According to Scott Blake, president of the Arizona Constables Association, the training takes place each January after an election. Deborah was appointed to the position in March.
Blake said the association also hosts two 20-hour conferences a year that cover safety protocol for constables including “de-escalation techniques, communication, first aid and officer safety.” Deborah’s family said she attended a conference in Flagstaff a few weeks ago, but it’s unclear what training she may have received.
When asked about the protocol for constables approaching dangerous situations, Scott wrote in an email: “Remember sometimes when knocking on a door we have no idea what is going to happen. However, let’s say tomorrow while I am executing the eviction that I have set up for at 5 PM changes from the tenant being cooperative to a tenant that is threatening with a gun, I would feel my best option is to back out of the house if possible and then to create a safe environment for everyone at that moment. I would then get more resources on that location to resolve the situation as safely as possible.”
It’s unclear if Deborah knew Stansell’s eviction involved threats of firearms.
But according to her family, if Deborah knew the true danger that lay ahead, things would have gone differently.
“She wouldn’t have had that landlord with her. Frankly, she would have been prepared,” said Deborah’s sister Connie Hall. “She would’ve gotten backup.”
Contact reporter Nicole Ludden at nludden@tucson.com | https://tucson.com/news/local/constables-family-mourns-loss-awaits-answers-about-deadly-eviction/article_dda347b2-259d-11ed-b0e8-67fc4856be9b.html | 2022-08-29T03:32:07 | 1 | https://tucson.com/news/local/constables-family-mourns-loss-awaits-answers-about-deadly-eviction/article_dda347b2-259d-11ed-b0e8-67fc4856be9b.html |
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DALLAS — Brigham Young University banned a fan after an incident of racism at a volleyball game against Duke University went viral this weekend.
Lesa Pamplin, a Tarrant County attorney and candidate for a criminal court judgeship, tweeted Saturday that her goddaughter Rachel Richardson, the only Black starter on Duke’s volleyball team, was called the n-word and threatened by fans at the team’s game in Provo, Utah.
“She called immediately after the game when she was on the bus and she was in tears and crying,” Richardson’s father, Marvin Richardson said. “She was distraught, and she was very disturbed but what had happened to her.”
Marvin also has ties to North Texas. He was born and raised in Fort Worth, went to UNT and now works in Washington D.C. as the deputy director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF).
“I grew up in Tarrant County and Fort Worth in the 60s and 70s during desegregation. Many of the acts that I endured as a young child growing up were a lot more blatant. They were a lot more accepted,” he said. “I refuse to allow something like this to get swept under the carpet in 2022.”
Pamplin tweeted that Richardson was called the racial slur repeatedly every time she served and was threatened that she should "watch her back" when she left for the team bus.
Rachel tweeted her own statement Sunday saying she was heckled the whole game. She added while BYU’s players showed good sportsmanship, neither its coaches nor officials did anything to stop it once aware.
“It is not enough to indicate that you are not racist, instead you must demonstrate that you are anti-racist,” Richardson wrote.
Her father said the game should have been immediately stopped, and Rachel shared she only continued to play because, she wrote, she “refused to allow those racist bigots to feel any degree of satisfaction”
“It kind of speaks to where we are at this time,” Marvin Richardson wrote. “It’s unfortunate.”
BYU volleyball coach Heather Olmstead wrote in a statement Sunday, “we must do better” and that a meeting with Rachel “helped me understand areas where we can do better.”
BYU, the tenth-ranked team in the country, beat Duke 3-1 on Friday night in front of a record crowd of more than 5,500 fans.
Marvin feels the focus could’ve been about growth in a women’s sport. Instead, the attention is on racism and, after the incident, Duke’s next game was played at a high school in front of no fans for safety.
BYU athletic director Tom Holmoe addressed the school’s fans before its next game against Washington State on Saturday night.
“There were some egregious and hurtful slurs,” Holmoe said. “Cheer them on as loud as you can but do not cross the line.”
BYU said it banned one fan who was in the student section but not a student.
Marvin says support has been overwhelming, but the incident wasn’t just one person and it’s a reminder of a need for change.
“If you’re standing in the crowd and someone is doing that next to you, what is progress? Progress is someone saying, ‘Hey, stop that’,” he said. “In the moment, you stop the activity. You stop it and you call it out for what it is.” | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/duke-volleyball-player-rachel-richardson-called-racial-slur-threatened-byu/287-153ce43c-0328-4834-9970-6fe0297be14e | 2022-08-29T03:32:32 | 1 | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/duke-volleyball-player-rachel-richardson-called-racial-slur-threatened-byu/287-153ce43c-0328-4834-9970-6fe0297be14e |
LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Deputies are investigating after vandals drove, crashed and damaged eight school buses and vandalized a playground in Tippecanoe County.
Lieutenant Matthew Couch, with the Tippecanoe County Sheriff's Office, called the damage to the playground area near Wea Ridge middle and elementary schools "extensive" and the damage to the school buses "significant."
Deputies were called Sunday just before 9:30 a.m. to reports of vandalism near the schools and a damaged school bus nearby.
When they arrived, they found approximately eight Tippecanoe School Corporation buses that had been damaged, along with the playground area and equipment.
Couch's description of the scene can only be described as a shocking mess. It's a sentiment shared by Sue Scott, the communications director for Tippecanoe County School Corporation.
"We are shocked and disappointed by the damage done at two of our schools this weekend. The damage to our buses, playground and property is extensive," Scott said.
PHOTOS: Vandals crash, damage Tippecanoe County school buses, playground
Six buses were driven in and outside the secured parking area south of the middle school. Two of those buses were left stuck in the mud outside the fenced-in bus parking lot.
Another school bus was driven off the parking lot south of Wea Ridge Middle School and down an embankment and then through the fence and driven back into the parking lot.
One of the school buses looked like it had been hit in the parking lot and, when it was hit, it was pushed backward into a light pole.
Two more buses were found outside the fenced parking area. They were driven into a wooded area and onto the cross-country path near the school.
Couch said at least one, if not more, of the buses were used to crash through the lot's fence before vandals drove the buses onto school grounds.
At least one, possibly more, of the buses were used to crash through and damage playground equipment located between Wea Ridge Middle School and Wea Ridge Elementary School.
Scott said the buses involved were decommissioned and scheduled to be traded in. So, although the mess was disheartening, school operations and bus routes will thankfully not be affected on Monday.
The school district had a crew clean up the debris and make repairs at the elementary school "so students can use at least part of the playground."
Going forward, the district is working with investigators to find the vandals.
"We would appreciate any help in identifying the individuals responsible for this," Scott said.
She went on to say that the district is working with the sheriff's office to review security footage in hopes of identifying the vandals.
Anyone with information is being asked to contact the Sheriff’s Office at 765-423-9321, utilize the Safer Watch App, or to remain anonymous, call the WeTip Hotline at 800-78-Crime. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/vandals-crash-damage-tippecanoe-county-school-buses-playground-lafayette-indiana/531-c7b4aef0-1b0a-4b7c-80fe-97fb3f61f996 | 2022-08-29T03:33:42 | 1 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/vandals-crash-damage-tippecanoe-county-school-buses-playground-lafayette-indiana/531-c7b4aef0-1b0a-4b7c-80fe-97fb3f61f996 |
SPRINGDALE, Ark. — The Springdale Police Department (SPD) responded to WoodSpring Suites for a report of gunshots on Sunday, Aug. 28 at around 12:23 a.m.
When police arrived at the scene, they found a white Chevy pickup truck with approximately 15 bullet holes on the front end.
Witnesses directed police to Seamus Gilligan as the potential suspect and gave them his room number.
Police then called Gilligan via phone and he willingly came out to speak to police.
Gilligan was interviewed and he admitted to firing all the bullets into the vehicle with his pistol and said he did it because the owner of the truck had raped his friend.
SPD says they were called to the scene earlier that night for a disturbance in the parking lot involving both of them but neither of them wanted to pursue charges.
WoodSpring shooting in Springdale
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FORT SMITH, Ark. — The Fort Smith Police Department (FSPD) is investigating a domestic-related shooting that left one person dead and another injured on Sunday, Aug. 28.
According to police, this took place in the 1200 block of N. 52nd Street at around 7:21 p.m.
When police arrived, it was determined that two people had exchanged fire. Police say as a result of the shooting, one person died and a second person was taken to a local hospital. Police did not release details on the condition of the individual taken to the hospital.
FSPD says no arrests have been made at this time but all involved parties have been accounted for.
Police say this is believed to be an isolated incident with no immediate threat to the public.
No further details have been released at this time and further information will be provided when it becomes available.
Anyone with information is asked to contact FSPD at 479-709-5000
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Four-year college degrees in Michigan becoming an exception
Sarah Lawrence has a full load of classes this fall as she starts her freshman year at Grand Valley State University, where she is planning to study to be a surgeon.
She has "GVSU '26" posted on her Instagram page, but was surprised to learn that an increasing number of college students take longer than four years to complete their studies.
"Everyone posts '26,'" said Lawrence, who graduated in June from Grand Ledge High School, near Lansing. "That is the stereotypical year: Four years after you graduate high school, you are going to graduate college with a bachelor's degree."
But a four-year degree has become the exception, not the norm, at most Michigan public universities even as many in the new class of freshmen expect they will graduate in four years.
For Michigan's incoming class of 2015-16, the overall rate of public college students who earned a degree at four-year institutions four years later was 52.4% compared with 71.2% five years later and 77% six years, according to the latest state data.
This is not the case at selective universities such as University of Michigan and Michigan State University, which had 2015-16 four-year graduation rates of 82% and 67.2%, respectively.
Among the college students who are taking longer than four years to graduate is Nia Harris, a journalism major at Wayne State University who started at Saginaw Valley State University in fall 2018.
Harris, 22, originally expected to graduate this year until conditions changed.
"That was the plan at first," said Harris, who is now on track to graduate in 2024. "College has ups and downs. It threw me for a little bit of a tailspin that I wasn't expecting."
New nationwide research shows that the average full-time student does not take enough credits every semester to complete a bachelor’s degree within four years. Experts say there are many reasons for this trend. They range from the presence of more middle- and lower-income students on campus needing to work to pay for college to less shame in taking longer to complete a four-year degree.
Colleges failing to graduate students in four years is "unacceptable," said Ryan Fewins-Bliss, executive director of the Michigan College Access Network.
Tuition costs at colleges generally go up every year, said Fewins-Bliss, and some schools charge a higher tuition rate for junior and senior classes, which adds to a student's loan debt, now totaling more than $1.6 trillion nationally, including $51 billion in Michigan.
There are many costs to taking longer than four years to graduate, Fewins-Bliss said.
“It costs more for students, the likelihood that they will stop out is much higher, the debt they take on long-term is higher," Fewins-Bliss said. "All sorts of risks come from elongating the time it takes to get a certificate or degree."
Why students are taking longer
An August report from the National Student Clearinghouse sheds light on why students are taking longer to graduate. Students across America are not taking enough credits to graduate in four years: About 51% of full-time students earned 24 or more credit hours in their first year, according to the report. Meanwhile, 28% earned 30 or more hours of credit.
"The average full-time student does not even attempt enough credits to complete a bachelor’s degree in four years," the report says. "Across their first year of study, the average full-time student attempted fewer than 27 credits and earned fewer than 22. Given existing credit completion rates, this means the average full-time student is not on track to complete a bachelor’s degree even in five years."
It usually takes 120 credits for a student to graduate with an undergraduate degree in Michigan. This means students need to take 15 credit hours each semester or 30 credit hours in a year, and pass all their classes to stay on track to graduate in four years.
Experts said other reasons include a lack of academic preparation or focusing more on fun than studies; changing majors after taking classes in a course of study; dropping down to part-time status because of mental health or a need to work, and taking care of family.
"There are different reasons for different pockets of students," said Kristen Renn, a Michigan State University professor who is an expert in college student success.
The changing demographics of college campuses play a role because many students have to work while taking a heavy load of classes and studying.
“In the 1950s and 1960s, there were more predominantly wealthier students," said Renn. "But there are a lot more first-generation and lower-income students now who need to work to pay for their college education, so it sometimes take people longer financially."
Renn said she has heard students lament a poor economy and decide to stay in school longer and take a double major or get a head start on graduate coursework. She has also heard from students who aren't able to take a class they need in a timely way to graduate. She wonders if some students may stay in college longer in upcoming years because the pandemic took away a few years of the traditional college experience.
Renn remembers sitting in a meeting when MSU officials were discussing a program, Go Green, Go 15, to get students to graduate in four years. One student spoke up.
"They literally said out loud, 'Wait a minute. How come no one ever told me I had to take 15 credits a semester to graduate in four years?'" Renn said.
There used to be a time when it was shameful not to graduate from college in four years, Renn added. But she remembers taking pictures of a T-shirt in a college bookstore with a slogan, "Graduating in four years is like leaving the party at 10 p.m."
"It’s become normalized that it might take longer," she said. "But we do need students to keep taking credits to make progress."
That's why Renn calls it "the mythology of the four-year degree."
How one student's plan changed
Wayne State student Harris said her plan to graduate in four years went off track at Saginaw Valley State when she initially didn't do well academically after graduating from Cass Tech High School in Detroit.
Paying for school and being on her own for the first time were issues, she said.
"I was sheltered as a kid, so I was kind of under my parents' thumbs and so for the very first time I was able to do what I wanted to do ... be an adult for the first time," Harris said. "So I don't think I reacted well to it because I had never really had a responsibility before except for taking care of my siblings."
She said she experienced depression. She said she ended up spending a lot of time in her room and didn't go to class, turned in her homework late and didn't communicate as well as she should have with her professors so they could understand her situation.
Harris came home to Detroit after her first year at SVSU, regrouped and worked at Panda Express in Livonia. She then went to Henry Ford College from January 2020 until summer 2021.
She enrolled at Wayne State in fall 2021 and is back this fall for another 1.5 years to complete her degree. This semester, she will take four classes or 12 credit hours. She said it will have taken her five to six years to complete her studies.
Even though it is taking her longer than she planned, Harris said she did not give up.
"I need my degree," she said. "After not being in school for a year, I was sad because everyone else was in school, and I didn't want to work in fast food for the rest of my life."
"I was selling myself short if I didn't go back to school," Harris added.
How colleges are responding
Many colleges are working to address the issue that has been around for decades, said Jennifer DeHaemers, vice president for student recruitment and retention for Central Michigan University.
Universities are starting to pay a lot more attention to the issue because of the cost of higher education, she said. College rankings are becoming more important in how universities are helping students graduate and get out into the workforce, and states are moving more to performance-based funding that includes graduation rates.
Among students and parents, the biggest concern is "I want to know at the end of my program that I am going to have a job," DeHaemers said.
CMU awards about $35 million in merit scholarships annually to about 6,000 to 8,000 undergraduate students that can cover up to 65% of tuition, DeHaemers said. The scholarship requires the recipients to take 30 credit hours to keep it.
Several CMU deans and with faculty recently reviewed degree plans and reduced degree requirements in some areas of study from 130 to 120 credits.
"That's really important because you don't want to keep students here taking courses that may not be totally necessary for a degree," DeHaemers said.
CMU also invested in technology that allows students to go online and see their progress toward a degree, and in 2020 began multi-semester registration, allowing students to map out classes beyond one semester.
At Eastern Michigan University, the school adopted block tuition, which gives students an incentive to take a full course load, said EMU spokeswoman Melissa Thrasher. The flat rate tuition of $6,975 per semester is the same for undergraduate students taking 12 to 16 credit hours.
"Block tuition will enable students to graduate sooner, start their careers earlier and increase their earning potential by an additional year to two over five- and six-year graduates," Thrasher said.
EMU also offers a scholarship program known as 4WARD, which provides the final two years of tuition for free for students who pay for the first two years and live on campus all four years.
EMU's Early College Alliance helps students begin their college careers early by using their last year in high school as their first year in college.
"ECA students have a significantly higher four-year college graduation rate than other high school students in Michigan, and the college graduation rate among under-represented students far surpasses the average graduation rate of traditional Michigan high school students," Thrasher said.
"Eastern Michigan University understands that many students often require more than four years to earn their degree," she continued. "EMU has many working students on campus and has been a leader in meeting students where they are and supporting students in their unique journey to earn a degree at their own pace."
Other four-year institutions are trying other approaches.
"While our goal is always to get our students to their degree in four years or less, we understand that students often change their mind and are also making other big life choices along the way," said Derek Hall, Northern Michigan University spokesman. "To help students we have implemented holistic approaches to advising, counseling, tutoring, student involvement and access to professional staff who can guide a student to success and ultimately graduation."
Universities have the most control in ensuring a student has a clear program that makes it possible to a degree in four years, said Wayne State University Provost Mark Kornbluh.
"There's been a lot of work done at Wayne State over the last few years to develop clear, four-year paths of study, " Kornbluh said. "And it has helped: Our four-year graduation rate has gone up, and our six-year graduation rate has gone up."
UM has a wholistic application review that identifies students likely to be successful, said spokesman Rick Fitzgerald.
"Our students are also financially supported," Fitzgerald said. "UM is the only public university in Michigan that covers 100% of the demonstrated financial need of eligible Michigan residents."
Once students arrive on campus, UM works to support students through numerous mentoring programs. There are academic support resources like the First Generation Student Gateway for students whose parents did not complete a four-year college degree, Fitzgerald said.
"It's also possible that the structure of undergraduate tuition — where the full-time rate covers 12-18 credits per semester — may incentivize students to stay on track for graduation in the programs of their choice," he said.
In spite of the challenges, some say they plan to stick with the traditional plan and graduate in four years. Detroit native Jason Hardy, who is attending Grand Valley State on a full ride to play football, is one of them.
"I am going to do it," Hardy said.
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67-year-old man killed in shooting after physical altercation in Tucson
A man was killed following a shooting in Tucson on Wednesday.
According to the Tucson Police Department, officers responded to a reported shooting near Oracle and Grant roads. They identified a man with signs of gunshot trauma in a trailer parked along West Kelso Street.
The victim, 67-year-old Glenn Long, was transported to Banner University Medical Center by the Tucson Fire Department. He was later pronounced dead.
After speaking with witnesses near the scene, officers located the suspect near a Circle K North Oracle Road and Glenn Street. Police identified the suspect to be 35-year-old Cypriana Alcantar.
Detectives from the homicide unit learned that Alcantar had been at Long's trailer earlier in the day, where she was involved in physical altercation, police said.
According to Tucson police, Alcantar left the trailer and returned later that day, where she discharged a gun and struck Long.
Alcantar was booked into Pima County Jail on first-degree murder and prohibited possessor charges. She is being held on a $1 million bond. | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona/2022/08/28/glenn-long-killed-tucson-shooting-physical-altercation/7927159001/ | 2022-08-29T04:06:57 | 1 | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona/2022/08/28/glenn-long-killed-tucson-shooting-physical-altercation/7927159001/ |
DALLAS — Brigham Young University banned a fan after an incident of racism at a volleyball game against Duke University went viral this weekend.
Lesa Pamplin, a Tarrant County attorney and candidate for a criminal court judgeship, tweeted Saturday that her goddaughter Rachel Richardson, the only Black starter on Duke’s volleyball team, was called the n-word and threatened by fans at the team’s game in Provo, Utah.
“She called immediately after the game when she was on the bus and she was in tears and crying,” Richardson’s father, Marvin Richardson said. “She was distraught, and she was very disturbed but what had happened to her.”
Marvin also has ties to North Texas. He was born and raised in Fort Worth, went to UNT and now works in Washington D.C. as the deputy director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF).
“I grew up in Tarrant County and Fort Worth in the 60s and 70s during desegregation. Many of the acts that I endured as a young child growing up were a lot more blatant. They were a lot more accepted,” he said. “I refuse to allow something like this to get swept under the carpet in 2022.”
Pamplin tweeted that Richardson was called the racial slur repeatedly every time she served and was threatened that she should "watch her back" when she left for the team bus.
Rachel tweeted her own statement Sunday saying she was heckled the whole game. She added while BYU’s players showed good sportsmanship, neither its coaches nor officials did anything to stop it once aware.
“It is not enough to indicate that you are not racist, instead you must demonstrate that you are anti-racist,” Richardson wrote.
Her father said the game should have been immediately stopped, and Rachel shared she only continued to play because, she wrote, she “refused to allow those racist bigots to feel any degree of satisfaction”
“It kind of speaks to where we are at this time,” Marvin Richardson wrote. “It’s unfortunate.”
BYU volleyball coach Heather Olmstead wrote in a statement Sunday, “we must do better” and that a meeting with Rachel “helped me understand areas where we can do better.”
BYU, the tenth-ranked team in the country, beat Duke 3-1 on Friday night in front of a record crowd of more than 5,500 fans.
Marvin feels the focus could’ve been about growth in a women’s sport. Instead, the attention is on racism and, after the incident, Duke’s next game was played at a high school in front of no fans for safety.
BYU athletic director Tom Holmoe addressed the school’s fans before its next game against Washington State on Saturday night.
“There were some egregious and hurtful slurs,” Holmoe said. “Cheer them on as loud as you can but do not cross the line.”
BYU said it banned one fan who was in the student section but not a student.
Marvin says support has been overwhelming, but the incident wasn’t just one person and it’s a reminder of a need for change.
“If you’re standing in the crowd and someone is doing that next to you, what is progress? Progress is someone saying, ‘Hey, stop that’,” he said. “In the moment, you stop the activity. You stop it and you call it out for what it is.” | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/duke-volleyball-player-rachel-richardson-called-racial-slur-threatened-byu/287-153ce43c-0328-4834-9970-6fe0297be14e | 2022-08-29T04:08:20 | 0 | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/duke-volleyball-player-rachel-richardson-called-racial-slur-threatened-byu/287-153ce43c-0328-4834-9970-6fe0297be14e |
AUSTIN, Texas — While we saw some measurable rain last week, most of Central Texas remains in a drought. Many counties still have water restrictions in place, and it's hard to keep a pretty lawn, which is why experts recommend drought-resistant landscaping.
The City of Austin has created this guide, so residents know what plants are native to the state and thrive under our usual dry conditions.
Drought-resistant plants are also able to hold more water when they get it. The City of Austin said these drought-tolerant plants need little if any supplemental fertilizer and are resistant to most diseases and pests. Using less water, fertilizer and chemicals in one's yard also helps protect Central Texas water resources.
These plants are also good to have during wildfire season.
"They're not going to hold a fire, if it does occur, for very long," said Alex Bregenzer, Texas A&M Forest Service program coordinator. "It'll either burn out quickly or won't be as intense. It will be lowered to the ground."
If you're looking to take it a step further, zero-scaping is another option.
"Taking grass or taking plants and placing it with completely fire-resistant materials like stone, rock -- in some cases, concrete," added Bregenzer.
Overall, the goal is to use as little water as possible and keep a pretty lawn year-round. This is something homeowners are able to achieve with drought-resistant plants because they can withstand almost any type of weather.
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CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. — The 64th annual Steam Show kicked off in Cumberland County on Sunday.
The week-long event at the Williams Grove Historical Steam Engine Association in Monroe Township features a wide selection of steam traction engines, antique tractors and a model train exhibit.
Organizers said it's incredible to be able to help showcase history.
"Our mission statement as an organization from 1959, through incorporation in 1960 till now, was to preserve steam and agricultural past," said the President of the Williams Grove Historical Steam Engine Association Tony Thoman.
Thoman said the event's goal is to help give perspective on the future of technology.
"We want to show people where we stemmed from horses to steam engines, to tractors, to modern day, and hopefully gives us a peek into where we might end up in the future."
The event runs every day from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. through Sept. 5, for more information, click here. | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/cumberland-county/64th-annual-steam-show-cumberland-county-monroe-township/521-0cc5722a-be14-467b-a1ac-a469ccacf4f3 | 2022-08-29T04:08:38 | 0 | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/cumberland-county/64th-annual-steam-show-cumberland-county-monroe-township/521-0cc5722a-be14-467b-a1ac-a469ccacf4f3 |
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. — Like many businesses, Messiah Lifeways in Cumberland County has been no stranger to staffing shortages stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic.
The senior living facility is adapting and testing out robots to help maintain the facility.
“We are still facing challenges in hiring," Messiah Lifeways President and CEO Karl Brummer said. "We are down 20 percent of our workforce pre-covid.”
Messiah brought on 'Roving Rosie,' a robotic vacuum, and a robotic 'Mr. Mow it All' as two of the latest additions to the team this summer.
“We’re really doing this as kind of an experiment to see how it works, operates, and make sure that it’s safe," Brummer said.
Messiah officials and employees say the robots help the staff put more focus on their residents.
“We are a care business, part of what we do is hands-on care, so we don’t see that going away anytime soon," Brummer said. "But if there are other activities that we can replace by automation or robots we are willing to try it.”
And they’re not alone. Despite the national unemployment rate returning to pre-pandemic levels, the makeup of the workplace is becoming more automated just about everywhere.
Google’s parent company, Alphabet, recently debuted a robot that can take and perform commands.
"We really believe that using machine learning and AI we will be able to really crack and really improve and really enable robots to make a significant foray into the human-centric world," the senior director of Google's robotics research Vincent Vanhoucke said in an interview with FOX News.
Machines are doing a wider range of jobs than ever before, from bartenders to factory workers.
A 2017 study by the McKinsey Global Institute predicts that roughly one-fifth of the global workforce will be impacted by the adoption of AI and automation.
By the end of the decade, experts expect robots will replace 800 million workers across the world.
Brummer says while automation is the future, the goal isn’t to cut jobs but make them better.
“It’s not about replacing jobs," Brummer said. "It’s about how we make the best use of the staff that we have.”
Messiah officials say maintenance of the facility could be just the start of automation.
"One of the other areas is in dining. Many other senior organizations are struggling with dining staff," Brummer said. "I see the future is going to have to rely on technology more and more." | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/cumberland-county/mechanicsburg-senior-facility-utilizes-robots-staff-shortages/521-8e2e560a-cc36-4400-9d93-8755c3949d7d | 2022-08-29T04:08:44 | 0 | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/cumberland-county/mechanicsburg-senior-facility-utilizes-robots-staff-shortages/521-8e2e560a-cc36-4400-9d93-8755c3949d7d |
SEATTLE — Worker tracking is a trend being seen more and more across the American workforce. It's a practice where companies use technology to monitor productivity levels from their employees.
For workers that spend much of their time on the road, that vehicle can turn into an office, a cafeteria and personal space. That's why delivery driver Manya Janowitz said it was so invasive when in August, surveillance cameras were installed in the white Ford transit cargo vans she drives. She works for the Seattle-based wholesale sandwich company Homegrown.
The surveillance cameras recorded the road and inside, at the drivers.
"They were recording us, tracking our movement and notifying our bosses of our activity," said Janowitz, describing how it was uncomfortable being recorded doing a job she'd done well for the past two years.
"All day, this camera would be focused on you, like you your face constantly. It was hard to think about anything else honestly," said Janowitz.
Workers have been organizing since June with Unite Here Local 8. They are still trying to be recognized as a union.
A recent New York Times investigation revealed many major US companies, including Amazon, track productivity metrics of their workers. On August 17th, Janowitz and her co-workers at the Renton Warehouse decided to take action.
"We didn't know how we were going to be tracked in terms of productivity or idle time. We had no idea. So we also became nervous to take water breaks," said Janowitz.
They went on strike for one day, which was all they needed. Janowitz believed it was the first strike against surveillance,
"We won. We were very thrilled to come into work days later and won the right to cover the cameras with the privacy screening."
Janowitz said she and the 250 employees at Homegrown are still trying to unionize and request better pay, benefits and workplace safety. This recent win gives them hope.
KING 5 reached out to Homegrown and is still waiting on a response. | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/delivery-drivers-stop-surveillance-efforts/281-7b2ab8ec-8846-494e-a8cb-085d228e2de6 | 2022-08-29T04:15:12 | 1 | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/delivery-drivers-stop-surveillance-efforts/281-7b2ab8ec-8846-494e-a8cb-085d228e2de6 |
Police are investigating what caused a male juvenile to lose control of the moped he was riding and crash about 8 p.m. Sunday.
The moped was traveling west on Covington Road near Hadley Road when it left the road, according to a news release from the Fort Wayne Police Department.
“Roadway conditions were dry at the time,” the release said.
The moped’s driver suffered life-threatening injuries and was taken to a hospital. A second male juvenile, who was a passenger, received only minor injuries and was allowed to leave the scene, officials said.
Neither rider was wearing a helmet, the release said. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/moped-crash-sends-juvenile-to-hospital/article_714c3c84-2743-11ed-b4a0-03cd2f651b10.html | 2022-08-29T04:42:00 | 1 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/moped-crash-sends-juvenile-to-hospital/article_714c3c84-2743-11ed-b4a0-03cd2f651b10.html |
Octavia is a 1-year-old female guinea pig bonded with her sister, Aurora. They are a package deal. Octavia is shy at first but comes up to you when you offer treats. Small-animal adoption fees are currently waived. If you would like to meet her, call 427-5502.
Ozzy is an 88-pound, 1-year-old neutered Anatolian shepherd mix, and the staff recommends researching his breed. He would like an active home with no other dogs or smaller animals. To meet Ozzy, call Humane Fort Wayne at 744-0454.
Rocksteady is a 10-pound, 3-year-old spayed domestic shorthair mix. She likes to snuggle but on her terms and would do best as the only cat in the house. Her previous owner surrendered her because of allergy issues. To meet Rocksteady, call Humane Fort Wayne at 744-0454.
Octavia is a 1-year-old female guinea pig bonded with her sister, Aurora. They are a package deal. Octavia is shy at first but comes up to you when you offer treats. Small-animal adoption fees are currently waived. If you would like to meet her, call 427-5502.
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Ozzy is an 88-pound, 1-year-old neutered Anatolian shepherd mix, and the staff recommends researching his breed. He would like an active home with no other dogs or smaller animals. To meet Ozzy, call Humane Fort Wayne at 744-0454.
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Rocksteady is a 10-pound, 3-year-old spayed domestic shorthair mix. She likes to snuggle but on her terms and would do best as the only cat in the house. Her previous owner surrendered her because of allergy issues. To meet Rocksteady, call Humane Fort Wayne at 744-0454. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/pets-of-the-week/article_3fc9ad00-2553-11ed-b692-3b93dac4f51a.html | 2022-08-29T04:42:06 | 0 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/pets-of-the-week/article_3fc9ad00-2553-11ed-b692-3b93dac4f51a.html |
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A donation from Ivy Tech Community College Fort Wayne and Warsaw might be saving lives in Latin America.
The college recently donated decommissioned respiratory therapy equipment – including two mechanical ventilators, an oxygen tent and tracheostomy supplies – to One World Medics. The local charity that took the items to Latin America to be used in medical facilities, according to an Ivy Tech news release.
Jennifer Cole, the college’s program chair of paramedic science, described the partnership with One World Medics as a win-win.
“I love knowing that the equipment, which is still serviceable but outdated, isn’t going to waste,” Cole said in a statement. “It will help organizations and people provide even better care in their communities.”
One World Medics was founded in 2019 by Bryan Peterson and Jerry Shultz, an Ivy Tech Fort Wayne paramedic science graduate. They originally aimed to donate an ambulance per year, but high demand and donor support has helped them exceed that goal. The charity has sent 23 ambulances and other supplies to Latin America in three years, the release said.
“We’ve had support from our Hispanic community and El Mexicano newspaper plus local hospitals, nursing homes, and colleges,” Shultz said in a statement. “I think this isn’t something that we’re doing. It’s something that northeast Indiana is doing. We’re grateful for all of the support we’ve received.”
Peterson delivered the supplies from Ivy Tech Fort Wayne in July, the release said, and he trained medics on how to use the equipment.
“Many of the items … are more modern, innovative tools that weren’t previously available in these communities,” the release said. “The training and tools will help medics more effectively save lives in emergency situations.”
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• With the new academic year beginning, The Journal Gazette would like to share how college students make their dorm rooms home. Students wanting to show off their dorm decor – be it a theme or other unique element – should email asloboda@jg.net by Sept. 11. Please include caption information, first and last name, hometown and college.
Contests
• Entries for the inaugural Young Voices Annual Poetry Contest are due Sept. 15. The Poetry Society of Indiana is accepting original, unpublished work from students in grades three through 12 statewide. First-place winners will receive public acknowledgment on the organization’s website and social media platforms. The poems may be published in the annual anthology “Ink to Paper.” Visit www.poetrysocietyofindiana.org for information.
• The Sons of the American Revolution and the General Mad Anthony Wayne Organization are partnering to award scholarships at the local, state and national levels for essays based on an event, person, philosophy or ideal associated with the American Revolution, Declaration of Independence, or the framing of the U.S. Constitution. The first-place winner will receive $200 for a local win, $1,000 for a state win and $6,000 for a national win. The national second-place winner will receive $2,500, and the third-place winner will win $1,000. Contact Jim Hamilton at jdhvlh@aol.com or 260-409-9937 for an application. Applicants must be in the ninth grade. The deadline is 5 p.m. Nov. 1.
Field trips
• Friends of the Rivers is again seeking teachers wanting to take their students for a cruise on the city’s waterways. Field trips on Sweet Breeze, a replica canal boat, are available in late September and early October during the school day. State academic standards for social studies for third, fourth and fifth grades are used during the 45-minute tours, which depart from Promenade Park’s south dock in downtown Fort Wayne. Docent guides narrate the river route and provide a water safety demonstration. Contact 260-427-5023 to book a tour. Student tickets are $5 with the remainder underwritten by Friends of the Rivers. Visit www.forfw.org and www.RideSweetBreeze.org for information.
Huntington
Two Huntington University graduates who received a Doctor of Occupational Therapy in the spring have been named to competitive fellowships. Nicole K. Thompson has been named to Parkview’s AOTA Neurologic Occupational Therapy Fellowship. AOTA stands for American Occupational Therapy Association. Hanna Tekola• has been named to the Assistive Technology fellowship at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center.
Ivy Tech
• Ivy Tech Community College Fort Wayne and Warsaw began its fall semester Aug. 22 with the first eight-week course term. The college is offering free textbooks for this academic year and has more than 70 programs in-person and online. The next eight-week term begins Oct. 24, and students are encouraged to enroll today. The state of Indiana provides free tuition at Ivy Tech for multiple programs through the Next Level Jobs program. Visit IvyTech.edu for information.
Kindermusik
The Huntington Arts and Entrepreneurial Center has partnered with Jill Hockemeyer• , founder of Joyful Creations Studio, to launch the Kindermusik program in Huntington. For children ages 1½ and 4 years old, the class teaches socialization, body awareness, listening and communication skills, and activities stimulate language, literacy and cognitive development. The program begins Sept. 8 and costs $60 per month per family. Visit www.artsincluded.org/events for information.
Recognition
Jason Beer of Southwest Allen County Schools and Tara Cocanower• of Bluffton-Harrison Metropolitan School District are among the 25 finalists for 2023 Indiana Teacher of the Year.
• Phi Kappa Theta fraternity announced the Indiana Alpha Gamma chapter at Trine University received the Founder’s Cup at the 2022 Leadership Summit held in Texas. The Founder’s Cup is presented annually to a collegiate chapter that best exemplifies the fraternity’s core values and exceeds expectations in each of its five development areas – fraternal, leadership, intellectual, social and spiritual.
• The Delta Chi Fraternity International Headquarters awarded the Tri-State Chapter at Trine University with the 2021-22 President’s Cup in July. It is the fraternity’s most coveted and prestigious award, recognizing the top eight collegiate chapters.
Tutoring
Canterbury High School senior Anya Ramrakhiani has started a free tutoring program called Fort Wayne Hygge Tutoring. It prioritizes equity and inclusion in education by offering free, virtual tutoring to any student, pre-K through high school. Complete the form at https://forms.gle/eo3UpPiQYPnwd3p69 to sign up. High school and college students can become a tutor by filling out this form: https://forms.gle/E1r3KyP9uoqo41Y3A• .
Students and parents who have a favorite teacher can nominate the individual for Teacher Honor Roll. Send nominations to The Journal Gazette, 600 W. Main St., Fort Wayne, IN 46802; fax 461-8893 or email asloboda@jg.net.
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Philadelphia police said they have a man in custody wanted for preying on women from the driver’s side of his Dodge Charger and attacking them last spring.
Investigators said officers took 27-year-old Kyle Dennison into custody over the weekend after getting an arrest warrant accusing him of a string of sex assaults in April.
According to Philadelphia police, all of the incidents happened near the Kensington Avenue corridor with similar methods in each attack.
Detectives alleged Dennison would approach women in a dark gray Charger, and once they were inside, he would threaten them with a gun.
Officers picked him up in the Dodge Charger used in the attacks, police said.
Investigators said it’s believe Dennison targeted women he believed would not report the incidents. | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/officers-find-sex-assault-suspect-in-same-car-used-in-attacks-man-in-custody/3347453/ | 2022-08-29T04:47:38 | 0 | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/officers-find-sex-assault-suspect-in-same-car-used-in-attacks-man-in-custody/3347453/ |
STOCKTON, Calif. — Family members said Edward Williford, a man killed Friday in Stockton, had a laugh that brought happiness to everyone who knew him.
"His laugh is like, whether you are down or you got mad or anything, he'll make you laugh, and his laugh really just brought out joy to everybody," said Mikaela Moore.
Moore last spoke with her cousin a couple weeks ago after a surprise visit at work, and for Karma Warmsley, it was a sudden visit to charge a phone just a few days ago.
The 28-year-old man was shot and killed along Glendale Avenue Friday night. Few details surrounding the shooting have been released, and a suspect hasn't been identified.
"Why would you do that? That's my main question," Warmsley said.
The cousins didn't want to believe the news or the dozens of social media posts calling for Williford's soul to rest in peace.
"Everybody loves Edward, and for something to happen to him, that's just crazy. Like, I just think to myself all the time, like, Edward - I can't believe he's gone. That's just so sad," Warmsley said.
Beyond his infectious laughter, his cousins remember his passion for cooking. According to Moore, it was a hobby of his that he loved to share with others, whether he was serving up scrumptious seafood or fried chicken.
All those joyous memories contribute to the shock surrounding his death.
"I'm still going through it, because I can't believe that he's really gone," Moore said. "I still think about when we're gonna get a text or a call from him."
There's few answers in Williford's killing, specifically surrounding who killed him and why.
"Edward wasn't... a mean person at all he was he was a fun, kind hearted person," Moore said.
For now, Moore is calling on people to remember him and all the good moments they shared together.
Anyone with information on Williford's killing can call the Stockton Police Department at 209-937-8377 or Stockton Crime Stoppers at 209-946-0600.
WATCH ALSO: | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/stockton/edward-williford-stockton/103-dd235ed6-0f89-4c87-9936-e4314e87c846 | 2022-08-29T04:48:15 | 1 | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/stockton/edward-williford-stockton/103-dd235ed6-0f89-4c87-9936-e4314e87c846 |
STOCKTON, Calif. — Stockton Police Department launched an investigation after a 57-year-old man was allegedly shot and killed near Stockton's downtown district Sunday morning, marking the city's 37th homicide in 2022.
"There is a lot of contributing factors to what has conditioned our mind to believe that it's just acceptable to pull the trigger," said Toni McNeil, lead organizer for Faith In The Valley. "The community, I feel, like is almost feeling hopeless like at their wits ends."
The recent string of shootings has left many residents fearing for their own safety and wondering if there's a solution to the problem. McNeil is calling the disturbing upward trend in fatal shootings an epidemic. McNeil said feelings of hopelessness, anger and frustration are coming to head and causing the uptick in violence.
"Community organizations are just thinking outside of the box trying to come up with different original ideas in what we can do and how we can allocate for resources," she said. "Our federal government is leaning in, our state government is leaning in."
In addition to receiving funding for additional resources, McNeil says faith leaders, clergy and community members need to once again gather on a monthly basis to pray and rally for the city — one of the things she attributes to Stockton's drastic decrease in violence in 2013 following a record-setting deadly year in 2012.
"I believe that our community is in desperate need of prayer and intercession," McNeil said. "We need to wrap our arms around parents and children with love, with hope, with encouragement with life. This is all hands on deck."
Although many residents in Stockton have felt hopeless in recent months, Faith In The Valley is partnering up with community organizations, city leaders and law enforcement to develop potential solutions, according to McNeil.
"We're about to call a meeting in order for us to figure out what do we need to do in order to restore hope for a generation that has lost it and is angry and crying out for help," she said. "I'm going to have hope left until there is no more breath in my body. I will not lose hope on this city, on our youth, on the families."
WATCH ALSO: | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/stockton/stockton-community-leader-homicides-reaction/103-428aa778-4915-49e8-9222-20b4acfe1ed8 | 2022-08-29T04:48:21 | 1 | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/stockton/stockton-community-leader-homicides-reaction/103-428aa778-4915-49e8-9222-20b4acfe1ed8 |
Brigham Young University banned a fan who yelled a racial slur at a Black player on the Duke volleyball team during a match Friday night, the university said in a statement Saturday.
The fan was sitting in the BYU student section but was not a student, and has been banned from all athletic venues on campus, the statement said.
“We will not tolerate behavior of this kind. Specifically, the use of a racial slur at any of our athletic events is absolutely unacceptable and BYU Athletics holds a zero-tolerance approach to this behavior,” the statement said. “We wholeheartedly apologize to Duke University and especially its student-athlete competing last night for what they experienced. We want BYU athletic events to provide a safe environment for all, and there is no place for behaviors like this in our venues.”
The player, Rachel Richardson, who is the only Black starter on the team, was called a racial slur “every time she served,” Richardson’s godmother, Lesa Pamplin, said in a tweet.
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“For far too long, individuals have been subjected to racist slurs, taunts, and threats like the unfortunate incident that happened to my goddaughter, Rachel Richardson, at BYU," Pamplin said in a statement. "It is unfortunate that this incident has only received attention after I tweeted about it."
“Every American should be enraged that a young lady was subjected to hateful, demeaning language, and we should be even more outraged that it took a tweet from me in Tarrant County, Texas, to bring this incident to light,” the statement continued.
On Sunday, Richardson posted a three-page statement on social media about the incident and said BYU coaches and officials "failed to take the necessary steps to stop the unacceptable behavior and create a safe environment."
Richardson said the incident provides an opportunity for student-athletes, coaches, fans and administrators to educate those using hateful language.
"This is an opportunity to dig deep into closed cultures which tolerate amoral racist acts, such as those exhibited Friday night, and change them for the better," Richardson said.
Richardson is a 19-year-old sophomore from Ellicott City, Maryland.
Rachel's father, Marvin Richardson on Sunday said he was unaware of what was happening during the match Friday as he watched via a live internet broadcast from his home in Maryland. Later, his daughter called him from the team bus in tears.
"I had no clue this was going on but during the match, while this was going on, she was struggling," Richardson said. "There was no question. She told me it was hard to focus."
Richardson, who grew up in Fort Worth in the 1960s and 1970s during the era of desegregation of local schools, said he would share his experiences from that era with each of his four daughters.
"To know that same hateful rhetoric is still being spewed in 2022 in college athletic arenas, that’s not encouraging," Richardson said. "But the fact that it is being called out and the fact that it will not exist in the dark is encouraging.”
Duke said its match Saturday against Rider was moved from BYU’s Smith Fieldhouse to a different venue in Provo.
“First and foremost, our priority is the well-being of Duke student-athletes,” Duke athletic director Nina King said in a statement. “They should always have the opportunity to compete in an inclusive, anti-racist environment [that] promotes equality and fair play. Following extremely unfortunate circumstances at Friday night’s match at BYU, we are compelled to shift today’s match against Rider to a different location to afford both teams the safest atmosphere for competition.”
Duke and BYU are playing in a four-team, round-robin invitational along with Rider and Washington State. BYU beat Duke 3-1 on Friday. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/daughter-of-fort-worth-native-racially-taunted-at-volleyball-game/3058628/ | 2022-08-29T04:48:39 | 0 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/daughter-of-fort-worth-native-racially-taunted-at-volleyball-game/3058628/ |
One woman is dead after she was held hostage in her car by a male passenger, Fort Worth police reported in a press conference on Sunday.
Fort Worth police responded to a request by the Troy Police Department to assist in a vehicle pursuit at 7:23 p.m. Sunday evening. The car eventually entered Fort Worth and crashed near Spur 820.
Officers learned that the male passenger was holding the female driver at gunpoint. Officers then heard a gunshot from the vehicle and believed the driver had been shot by the suspect. At least one Fort Worth police officer fired at the male passenger and treated both the victim and the suspect.
Both have been pronounced dead.
This investigation is ongoing and information is preliminary, Fort Worth Police Chief Neil Noakes said. The Forth Worth Police Department's Internal Affairs office is handling the case.
This story is developing. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/fort-worth-pd-hostage-suspect-dead-after-vehicle-pursuit/3058947/ | 2022-08-29T04:48:45 | 1 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/fort-worth-pd-hostage-suspect-dead-after-vehicle-pursuit/3058947/ |
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HOUSTON — Everything old is new again at NASA as they prepare to launch the unmanned Orion spacecraft to the moon. The first in a series of missions, NASA said the Artemis 1 mission will provide a foundation for human deep space exploration.
It's a critical test drive, of sorts, to check out Orion's systems in a spaceflight environment and how it performs on its re-entry, splashdown and recovery. NASA said a successful mission will demonstrate its capability to "extend human existence to the moon and beyond."
By "beyond," they mean Mars.
"When we think about Artemis, we focus a lot on the moon," said chief astronaut Reid Wiseman. "But I just want everybody in this room and everybody watching to remember our sights are not set on the Moon. Our sights are set clearly on Mars."
RELATED: Artemis update: Moon rocket on track for Monday launch despite launch pad lightning strikes
Artemis 1 launch details
- Launch date: Aug. 29, 2022; window opens at 7:33 a.m. Central time
- Mission duration: 42 days, 3 hours, 20 minutes
- Total distance traveled: 1.3 million miles
- Re-entry speed: 24,500 mph (Mach 32)
- Splashdown: Oct. 10, 2022
WATCH THE LAUNCH LIVE | Coverage begins at 7 a.m. Monday on KHOU 11+ on Roku and FireTV
Monday morning, August 29, Orion will launch on board the "most powerful rocket in the world and fly farther than any spacecraft built for humans has ever flown," according to NASA. The SLS rocket will produce 8.8 million pounds of thrust during liftoff as it launches the nearly six-million-pounds Orion to orbit.
"Our teams have been working extremely hard for a very, very long time to get to this point and this is very special and we’re extremely excited,” said Artemis I flight director Rick LaBrode.
Unlike the Apollo missions to the moon in the late 60s and 70s, Orion will travel thousands of miles beyond the moon during the four to six-week mission.
“This is a mission that truly will do what hasn’t been done and learn what isn’t known,” said Mike Sarafin, Artemis I mission manager at NASA Headquarters in Washington. “It will blaze a trail that people will follow on the next Orion flight, pushing the edges of the envelope to prepare for that mission.”
To the moon and back
As Orion continues on its path from Earth orbit to the moon, it will be propelled by a service module provided by the European Space Agency. On future missions, the module will provide housing, air and water for astronauts.
To talk with mission control in Houston, Orion will communicate through the Deep Space Network.
The outbound trip to the moon will take several days. During this period, it will collect data and allow mission controllers to assess its performance.
After four to six weeks and a total distance traveled exceeding 1.3 million miles, the mission will end with a test of Orion’s capability to return safely to the Earth.
The spacecraft will splash down off the coast of Baja, California. Divers from the U.S. Navy and operations teams from NASA will approach in small boats from a recovery ship. The divers will inspect the spacecraft for hazards and hook up tow lines, and then engineers will tow the capsule into the recovery ship for its journey home.
Rocket power
The new rocket is shorter and slimmer than the Saturn V rockets that hurled 24 Apollo astronauts to the moon a half-century ago. But it’s mightier, packing 8.8 million pounds (4 million kilograms) of thrust. It's called the Space Launch System rocket, SLS for short, but a less clunky name is under discussion, according to Nelson. Unlike the streamlined Saturn V, the new rocket has a pair of strap-on boosters refashioned from NASA’s space shuttles. The boosters will peel away after two minutes, just like the shuttle boosters did, but won’t be fished from the Atlantic for reuse. The core stage will keep firing before separating and crashing into the Pacific in pieces. Two hours after liftoff, an upper stage will send the capsule, Orion, racing toward the moon.
Moonship
NASA's high-tech, automated Orion capsule is named after the constellation, among the night sky’s brightest. At 11 feet (3 meters) tall, it's roomier than Apollo's capsule, seating four astronauts instead of three. For this test flight, a full-size dummy in an orange flight suit will occupy the commander’s seat, rigged with vibration and acceleration sensors. Two other mannequins made of material simulating human tissue — heads and female torsos, but no limbs — will measure cosmic radiation, one of the biggest risks of spaceflight. One torso is testing a protective vest from Israel. Unlike the rocket, Orion has launched before, making two laps around Earth in 2014. This time, the European Space Agency's service module will be attached for propulsion and solar power via four wings.
Flight plans
Orion’s flight is supposed to last six weeks from its Florida liftoff to Pacific splashdown, twice as long as astronaut trips in order to tax the systems. It will take nearly a week to reach the moon, 240,000 miles (386,000 kilometers) away. After whipping closely around the moon, the capsule will enter a distant orbit with a far point of 38,000 miles (61,000 kilometers). That will put Orion 280,000 miles (450,000 kilometers) from Earth, farther than Apollo. The big test comes at mission’s end, as Orion hits the atmosphere at 25,000 mph (40,000 kph) on its way to a splashdown in the Pacific. The heat shield uses the same material as the Apollo capsules to withstand reentry temperatures of 5,000 degrees Fahrenheit (2,750 degrees Celsius). But the advanced design anticipates the faster, hotter returns by future Mars crews.
Hitchhikers
Besides three test dummies, the flight has a slew of stowaways for deep space research. Ten shoebox-size satellites will pop off once Orion is hurtling toward the moon. The problem is these so-called CubeSats were installed in the rocket a year ago, and the batteries for half of them couldn’t be recharged as the launch kept getting delayed. NASA expects some to fail, given the low-cost, high-risk nature of these mini satellites. The radiation-measuring CubeSats should be OK. Also in the clear: a solar sail demo targeting an asteroid. In a back-to-the-future salute, Orion will carry a few slivers of moon rocks collected by Apollo 11's Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin in 1969, and a bolt from one of their rocket engines, salvaged from the sea a decade ago. Aldrin isn't attending the launch, according to NASA, but three of his former colleagues will be there: Apollo 7's Walter Cunningham, Apollo 10's Tom Stafford and Apollo 17's Harrison Schmitt, the next-to-last man to walk on the moon.
Apollo vs. Artemis
More than 50 years later, Apollo still stands as NASA’s greatest achievement. Using 1960s technology, NASA took just eight years to go from launching its first astronaut, Alan Shepard, and landing Armstrong and Aldrin on the moon. By contrast, Artemis already has dragged on for more than a decade, despite building on the short-lived moon exploration program Constellation. Twelve Apollo astronauts walked on the moon from 1969 through 1972, staying no longer than three days at a time. For Artemis, NASA will be drawing from a diverse astronaut pool currently numbering 42 and is extending the time crews will spend on the moon to at least a week. The goal is to create a long-term lunar presence that will grease the skids for sending people to Mars. NASA's Nelson, promises to announce the first Artemis moon crews once Orion is back on Earth.
What's next?
The second flight of Artemis will carry a crew on a different trajectory and test Orion’s critical systems with astronauts aboard.
Future exploration missions with crew aboard Orion will assemble and dock with a Gateway. NASA and its partners will use the gateway for deep-space operations "to extend human exploration farther into the solar system than ever before."
With the Artemis missions, NASA will land the first woman and first person of color on the moon with plans to eventually establish the first long-term presence on the moon.
With the experience and knowledge they gain from lunar exploration, NASA said it will be ready to take the next giant leap by sending the first astronauts to Mars. | https://www.kvue.com/article/news/local/artemis-moon-mission/285-af46a3c7-da9a-4c3b-b938-fe9cc8d8e130 | 2022-08-29T05:01:53 | 0 | https://www.kvue.com/article/news/local/artemis-moon-mission/285-af46a3c7-da9a-4c3b-b938-fe9cc8d8e130 |
ANDOVER, Kan. (KSNW) — Andover Police Chief Buck Buchanan says an 81-year-old woman was killed after being found badly beaten in her some Sunday.
“We have the suspect in this case in custody,” said Buchanan
Andover police got a call from family members saying they found the woman inside her home. They reported she was in bad shape and appeared to have been assaulted.
Buchanan says the arrived and did cpr on the woman. Ambulance crews revived her but she later died at the hospital.
Then a manhunt was underway.
“During the investigation we learned that she had just picked up a 23-year old white male, a relative, from the jail,” said Buchanan. “He had been in jail for the past year, and brought him here.”
Buchanan says the suspect took the victims car. They used the FLOCK camera license reader system to locate where the car had gone.
“The FLOCK system that Wichita uses,” said Buchanan. “We were able to spot him at 13th and Woodlawn.”
Buchanan says the suspect was found in a cemetery, and appeared to be not responding.
He says police used two or three shots of Narcan to revive the suspect. He has been taken to the hospital where Buchanan says he will stay until recovered.
Buchanan says that suspect will be booked into jail on charges as early as Monday.
The identity of the victim is not yet released. Buchanan expects to release more information, including a motive, on Monday. | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/81-year-old-andover-woman-killed-suspect-caught-sunday-afternoon/ | 2022-08-29T05:06:30 | 0 | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/81-year-old-andover-woman-killed-suspect-caught-sunday-afternoon/ |
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — It’s been almost two months since Nickerson basketball star Ava Jones and her family were injured by a driver in Kentucky. Ava’s dad died from his injuries. She and her mom spent weeks in rehab, but they are back home in Nickerson now.
Surrounding communities are doing what they can to help with their medical bills. Dozens took part in a special fundraiser in Hutchinson on Sunday.
The sounds of bean bags hitting the pavement filled the air—a sign that a helping hand is on the way.
“The cornhole community is great to help during these types of events,” Brandon Strawn, a tournament organizer, said, “and it’s a large gathering of people that come out to play. This family deserves something special for them.”
More than 60 teams showed a small donation can go a long way.
“I very much want to support their family in any way we can help,” Trey Allen, a friend of Amy Jones, said. “This isn’t a big deal. $20 each but whatever we can do to help them. They’re great people.”
Trey Allen met Amy Jones when they were in sixth grade. He explained they are from a small southwest Kansas town of only 3,000 people, but they come from a strong community.
“We’re just doing the best we can for somebody that’s ours,” Allen said. “We’re trying to help her out in our own way.”
The Jones family is grateful for fundraisers like this–an event that brings out the best in Kansans from all across the state to support this cause.
“I don’t know them personally,” Dayton Will, a tournament participant from Salina said. “My buddy does so I figured come on here and support. Whether I know them or not, it’s still a great cause.”
A cause that many hope will relieve this family’s stress after all they have been through.
“All that rehab and all the time they spent alone way from home–they’ve got they’ve got payments just like everybody else,” tournament co-organizer Tracy Peterson said. “They’re going to be able to make it so hopefully that helps and feel some of the gap.”
All money raised from Sunday’s fundraiser will be used to support the Jones family directly. | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/cornhole-tournament-brings-community-together-to-support-jones-family/ | 2022-08-29T05:06:36 | 1 | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/cornhole-tournament-brings-community-together-to-support-jones-family/ |
NAMPA, Idaho — Susie Spoolstra-Kelley is celebrating the survival of her youngest son, Gabe. He came home to visit his family in Nampa this summer, after recovering from a terrible snowboarding accident.
In February of 2022, she got a late night call that every parent fears. Gabe was in the Intensive Care Unit in a Southern California Hospital.
"He actually did die and was brought to life," said Spoolstra-Kelley. "When I went into his room I didn't think he would ever be okay."
Gabe Spoolstra is a proud Marine. He was raised here in Idaho, and he's now stationed in California. He loves to snowboard, and he found a great place to do it near his base, Big Bear Mountain.
"On February 20th, around 1 o'clock I'd say, he Facetimed me from Big Bear Mountain going up the ski lift," said Spoolstra-Kelley. "He said, 'hey mom how are you doing, it's so beautiful here.'"
That was the day Gabe's world quickly changed.
"I would never have expected to have something happen like this," Gabe told KTVB.
He crashed on his snowboard, and was found unresponsive on the side of the mountain. Emergency first responders suspected a massive brain injury. He was rushed to the hospital and his mom's phone rang hours later.
"Then I get a call from Loma Linda hospital, a social worker. And she just asked me the worst question I could ever be asked," said Susie. "She said 'can you identify your son by his tattoos?' I lost my breath, literally lost my breath."
Susie, still grieving the heartbreaking loss of her oldest son Zach, couldn't believe what she was hearing. Zach Spoolstra was killed by a drunk driver in 2018. He was hit while riding his motorcycle.
"'Is he okay, is he alive, I've already lost one son! I really need you to tell me if he's okay,'" Susie said she asked the social worker. "They requested me at his bedside which is never a good thing. I drove straight to California."
On the long and grueling drive to California, Susie felt helpless. She decided to ask for prayers on her Facebook page.
"I pulled over and put a post out there. I just felt like I needed to ask everyone to pray for him. I was told he probably won't survive until I get there," said Susie. "It just went like wildfire."
The prayers and words of support were pouring in on social media as she drove all those miles from Idaho. But, when she arrived at Loma Linda Hospital, nothing could have prepared her for what she was about to see.
"When I walked into the hospital it was the worst possible scenario you can imagine," said Susie, through tears. "He was having seizures, he was intubated. He wasn't my big strong son, my Marine, and it was heartbreaking. I just held his hand, I don't think I ate for three days, I stood there and held his hand and prayed for him. I prayed to the Lord to please let him open his eyes for the first time."
Incredibly, Gabe did open his eyes. Susie said he looked right at her. His doctors were blown away.
"It was amazing," she said. "Medically speaking he shouldn't be here right now. Most of them say he's a miracle."
"I don't remember waking up, nothing." said Gabe.
Susie stayed to help with Gabe's recovery for three months. He had a long way to go, he had to use a wheelchair while he relearned to use the left side of his body. She documented it all on Facebook for friends and family, so they could see his progress.
"That's when I started posting updates every day, because literally the healing was so accelerated. Day after day there was a different miracle."
Looking back, Gabe says it's all a blurr.
"I remember bits and pieces through rehab, but when I was in the ICU and critical care I don't remember anything. But, I worked hard. I'm a Marine, so I have discipline more than most people. I did not like being in a wheelchair," said Gabe. "I just kept on giving it 110%. I had to get back."
Six months later, he is thriving, and he has big goals.
"Well, I would like to work towards becoming an inspirational speaker.
He has a message for people who are struggling.
"Just keep pushing, just find something inside of you that keeps you going," Gabe said.
This mother and son said the support they have received from the community has been unbelievable. The prayers, messages of support, donations. It all means the world.
"If I could hug every person out there who prayed for my son, I would. I can't express, there's not a word adequate in my vocabulary to say how grateful I am to all who prayed for him," said Susie.
Gabe said he has been so touched by all the love from our community.
"Thank you for praying for my mom, too, because she has truly been through more than any other mom," Gabe said.
Gabe is now back in California with the Marines, continuing his recovery. He says the military has been with him every step of the way, providing top notch care.
Here's a list of the donors Susie and Gabe would like to thank:
- Rayna Scott & Botanicals for Susie
- The Withered Barn - Homedale
- Second Chance - Weiser
- BeYoutiful Redesigns - Meridian
- Ruby Bloom - Caldwell
- Mail Room n' More / Cup of Joe n' Gifts to Go - Nampa
- Stories Unveiled - FB /IG - Boise
- River Rose Designs LLC - FB - Nampa
- Beauty from Ashes Studios - FB/IG - Nampa
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DALLAS — Editor's note: The video above is from a report on Aug. 10, 2022.
It's now time to mark down your food stops at this year's State Fair of Texas!
The State Fair on Sunday announced the winners of the 2022 Big Tex Choice Awards, which honors the top dishes in the categories of sweet, savory and creative.
The awards season began with 51 contestants and eventually came down to 10 finalists that were revealed over two weeks ago.
On Sunday, a panel of judges had the final say on the top 2022 State Fair foods after tasting the 10 dishes.
Here are the winners!
Best Taste - Savory
Fried Charcuterie Board, Tami Nevins-Mayes & Josey Mayes
Meats, cheeses, fruits – oh my! Chopped-up fresh mozzarella, salami, and crisp green apples are tossed in olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and Italian herbs. Then the ingredients are wrapped in a wonton wrapper and fried to a golden crisp, topped with creamy goat cheese and a drizzle of hot honey. Everyone's favorite appetizer rolled into one perfect bite!
Best Taste - Sweet
Peanut Butter Paradise, Chris Easter & Nicole Sternes
Man cannot live by bread alone - he must have peanut butter. Peanut Butter Paradise starts with deep-frying a honey bun. Then, caramel is injected into the honey bun and then topped with creamy peanut butter. The treat is then layered with some fan-favorite peanut butter treats, Reese's Pieces, Crushed Butterfinger crumbles, topped off with peanut butter cups, drizzled caramel, and a cloud of powdered sugar. Just another day in paradise!
Most Creative
Cha-Cha Chata, Garza Family
Sidestep all the others ‘cause it’s finally here - the milkshake that will make you Cha-Cha Chata all night long! Inspired by the cha-cha dance, the recipe starts with a triple-step of two kinds of milk and vanilla ice cream blended to perfection with the Garza family’s top-secret (but famously delicious) horchata recipe. The creamy drink is then poured into a cup rimmed with caramel and cinnamon goodness and topped with a Texas-sized dollop of whipped topping. To bring even more flavor to your tastebuds, the Cha-Cha Chata is dusted with crushed candy, a sprinkle of cinnamon galletas de gragega, and deep-fried arroz con leche bites. Take hold of the churro straw and take a sip, we promise it will cha-cha change your life!
The 2022 State Fair of Texas will run from Sept. 30 through Oct. 23. | https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/state-fair-texas-winners-2022-big-tex-choice-awards/287-52a8b30a-ce15-42c8-83d5-672615385ec4 | 2022-08-29T05:26:49 | 1 | https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/state-fair-texas-winners-2022-big-tex-choice-awards/287-52a8b30a-ce15-42c8-83d5-672615385ec4 |
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Beto O' Rourke missed his scheduled stops in South Texas due to a bacterial infection that put him in the hospital, a statement from O'Rourke said Sunday.
"While my symptoms have improved, I will be resting at home in El Paso in accordance with the doctors’ recommendations," O'Rourke said. "I am sorry to have had to postpone events because of this, but promise to be back on the road with you as soon as I am able."
The candidate for Texas governor was scheduled to be in Corpus Christi, Three Rivers and Goliad this weekend for his 49-day "A Drive for Texas" campaign event. Staff members of his campaign notified 3NEWS on Friday he would have to postpone the events due to an illness. No other information was given at that time.
In his statement Sunday, O' Rourke said he began to feel sick on Friday and decided to go get checked out. He thanked the doctors and nurses of Methodist Hospital in San Antonio where he said he was treated for the bacterial infection.
"The extraordinary team there — from custodians to nurses and doctors — gave me excellent care and attention, including IV antibiotics and rest," the statement said.
It is unclear when O'Rourke will continue his campaign events across Texas. Campaign officials told 3NEWS he does plan to reschedule the events he missed in the Coastal Bend. | https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/texas/beto-orourke-missed-south-texas-events-due-to-bacterial-infection/503-a8064e1c-18ee-44b4-a8b7-be395230b8b1 | 2022-08-29T05:26:55 | 0 | https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/texas/beto-orourke-missed-south-texas-events-due-to-bacterial-infection/503-a8064e1c-18ee-44b4-a8b7-be395230b8b1 |
WACO, Texas — Those Central Texas summers can be grueling and especially this summer. June and July saw almost no rain at all. Waco saw 35 straight days of 100 degree temperatures.
So naturally, being a plant owner during that time is going to be a struggle.
"Everything died pretty quick," Waco Plant Enthusiast and Facebook Group Admin Mary Brooks said. "I got a lot of my plants in March and they lasted through April and then it just got super hot and they did not make it through the sun."
"The drought has been pretty severe," Serena Rigby, another Plant Enthusiast said. "I know it's taken a toll on a lot of people who especially have like in-ground plants. A lot of my herbs did not survive this summer, but some of them did."
Ava Mariedees, a Plant Owner and Enthusiast from Waco, built her own greenhouse and has been growing plants for years.
She said the drought did not make life for her plants easy at all.
"There were a lot of challenges actually because all of my outdoor plants that were outside declined real fast. They needed the water from the sky, not just my water hose and my greenhouse was reaching 110 temperatures without an AC. So we had an install AC into my greenhouse in order to keep it a good temperature."
Finally, Central Texas has been seeing some rain, which has been a very welcome sight for plant owners in the area. Today's plant swap is an example of not only the different types of plant growers in the area but also the togetherness of the Waco plant community.
"There's so many people willing to share knowledge," Brooks said. "Those groups are just your friends. Like if you have a plant friend, they'll talk about it all the time."
So Sunday's plant swap served as an opportunity to both learn and enjoy a passion that can sometimes get a little difficult in our area. But as fall approaches, and hopefully more rain does too, the plant community hopes more people start growing their own plants.
"It's definitely a vibe for sure like everybody in the plant community is pretty chill. Everybody likes to share knowledge," Rigby said. "There's no gatekeeping people are really friendly when it comes to like trading and swapping and sharing plant knowledge and I think that's awesome."
More on KCENtv.com: | https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/waco-plant-swap-event-on-sunday-and-reflects-on-difficulties-of-growing-in-a-drought/500-0f287ae0-28a1-4235-84af-8fad61cf9b44 | 2022-08-29T05:27:01 | 0 | https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/waco-plant-swap-event-on-sunday-and-reflects-on-difficulties-of-growing-in-a-drought/500-0f287ae0-28a1-4235-84af-8fad61cf9b44 |
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi ISD introduced their newest member of the Veterans Memorial High School counseling team and he has already proved to be a good boy!
Paxton is a black Goldendoodle and has been on the job for two weeks. His handler, Certified School Counselor Sarah Baumgartner, said Paxton is already making a difference on campus.
“We have had a few opportunities for Paxton to have one-on-one time with students experiencing elevated emotions or a crisis,” said Baumgartner, a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate and Certified School Counselor at Veterans Memorial High School. “His fur is soft, he is calm and he provides a sensory experience that can ground a student.”
Paxton had to undergo training and pass a series of tests to be able to qualify as an official therapy dog.
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“Pax means peace,” said Baumgartner. “I gave him his name because I knew his purpose would be to light up someone’s day.”
Paxton comes to Veteran's Memorial at a time when students are under increasing pressure.
The CDC says about 9.4% of kids ages 3 to 17 had diagnosed anxiety from 2016 to 2019 — about 6 million. About 4.4%, or 2.7 million, had diagnosed depression.
Recent events are putting serious pressure on young people: The CDC says in 2021, more than a third of high school students said they experienced poor mental health during the pandemic
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ATLANTA — A group of anti-violence organizations came together Sunday trying to give people resources and support amid a rash of gun violence in metro Atlanta.
The event happened close to a location where two people were shot in July. The group's message included people needing to come together, supporting each other, and talking about their issues instead of turning to guns.
The summer heat sizzled outside Memezz Soul Food Restaurant. Owner Cynthia Douglas opened the business in 2014, but as time has gone on, she's seen violence in the area go up.
"We just need to help the people of the community," Douglas said.
H.O.P.E. Hustlers decided to take action to educate the community on how to stay safe.
“We are having a community mobilization event to combat the recent traumatic event that happened here on MLK at the Citgo," said Chetara Alexander, with H.O.P.E. Hustlers
The traumatic event happened in July when who people got shot at that Citgo, which happened to be next to Douglas' restaurant.
“This is a peaceful thing that I got going on right here in front of my restaurant today," Douglas said.
About half a dozen community organizations tried to help find a solution to gun violence, whether it's at that Citgo or in Atlanta's Fourth Ward. That's where 7-year-old Ava Phillips was fatally shot late Saturday evening.
"The H.O.P.E. Hustlers came out here today so we can give out some help to the community, some resources to help the community with mental illness, with GEDs," Douglas said.
Quality Communities also attended the event and have a strong message about gun violence.
“You have to go to the root of the problem. It’s a lack of money everybody wants some money. It starts from there, and then you’ve got guys coming out here who don’t have nothing going on, who don’t have any money, so they’re just miserable," said Oronde Sinkfield, founder of Quality Communities.
“We’re hoping to show the community we stand here in a state of solidarity with you," Alexander said. "There should be gun safety laws that should be enacted and put into place.”
A part of that safety included a "Stop the Bleed" demonstration where people learned what to do if they see someone with a gunshot wound.
“We have to learn how to take 10 before we make a decision on shooting or killing each other or robbing each other," Douglas said. "It starts with us. We’re hurting ourselves. We are hurting each other, and we have to start standing together.”
Another reason people came out is to support Douglas' restaurant. Local politicians and some people who live nearby have called for the Citgo to shut down.
Douglas said since her building is attached to Citgo's convenience store, that would mean her business would have to close as well. That's not something she can afford as a single mother. | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/atlanta-community-calls-for-peace-after-rash-of-gun-violence/85-e312eb66-7ca7-48eb-b246-673ea5d4302d | 2022-08-29T05:38:29 | 0 | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/atlanta-community-calls-for-peace-after-rash-of-gun-violence/85-e312eb66-7ca7-48eb-b246-673ea5d4302d |
Dolores L. "Dee" McEnterfer
Feb.26, 1927 - Oct. 9, 2020
VALPARAISO - Dolores L. "Dee" McEnterfer, 93, of Valparaiso passed away Friday, October 9, 2020. She was born February 26, 1927 to George F. & Viola G. (Slanger) Schlobohm and graduated from Union Mills High School in1944.
Dee worked at the Valparaiso University Bookstore for nine years, and Hoosier Fire Equipment for eight years. Her primary focus was always her family and her faith. Dee was a dedicated Girl Scout leader, a volunteer with the Porter Memorial Hospital Guild and the Lutheran Women's Missionary League, a Sunday school teacher and choir member for many years. Her quiet and gentle nature belied the strength of her convictions, as well as her ability to persuade even the most ardent opposition with patience and persistence. Her daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren remain the beneficiaries of her love, dedication and devotion.
On June 1, 1947 Dee married Thomas Stephen McEnterfer, who preceded her in death in 2012. Her survivors include their daughters; Rebecca L. Miller, Valparaiso, and Nancy K. (Michael) Rees, Penn Yan, New York; grandchildren Julia (Paul) Charpentier and Stephen Miller, Valparaiso, Alex (Celeste) Rees, Berkely Springs, West Virginia, Thomas (Kathryn Farrell) Rees, Albany, New York; great-grandchildren, Lila, Clara, Zola and George; and many loving nieces, nephews and friends. Dee was also preceded in death by her son-in-law, Jack Miller: sister, Helen Anderson: and brother, Melvin Schlobohm.
On Dee's behalf, her family thanks the staff of Avalon Springs Health Care and Dunes Hospice for their care. A private service was held on Saturday, October 10, 2020, with burial at Angelcrest Cemetery. If you care to make a memorial donation in Dee's honor, please consider Ballet 5:8 in Valparaiso, or Worship Anew of Fort Wayne. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/obituaries/dolores-mcenterfer/article_5ab39283-f334-5f4d-92a9-97b9a86a4f8e.html | 2022-08-29T05:45:59 | 0 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/obituaries/dolores-mcenterfer/article_5ab39283-f334-5f4d-92a9-97b9a86a4f8e.html |
Aug. 29, 1981 - July 1, 2007
IN LOVING MEMORY OF TONIA AMATO
15 years have passed since we last heard your laugh or saw your beautiful smile.
You are missed beyond words yet you are always near because you live on in our hearts and memories.
Happy Heavenly Birthday Nay.
Love your Auntie I. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/obituaries/tonia-amato/article_ce197b6e-551f-50f5-8790-68b34442f923.html | 2022-08-29T05:46:06 | 0 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/obituaries/tonia-amato/article_ce197b6e-551f-50f5-8790-68b34442f923.html |
NOGALES, Ariz — Fentanyl seizures continue to grow at the Arizona border, and a state port director says suspects are using new means to get them across.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Director Michael Humphries for the Port of Nogales says smugglers are getting creative when it comes to sneaking drugs into Arizona.
"Anything you can imagine," he said.
It's not just coffee cans and car tires anymore. Humphries says they've had cases where officers have found narcotics in fully functioning car engines.
"We've had to completely disassemble engines to get to packages of narcotics with the engine running," Humphries says. Recently, they've seen thousands of fentanyl pills attempted to be smuggled in using working car batteries.
Humphries says, "You lift the hood of the vehicle, it looks like just a normal car battery sitting there."
The batteries are hollowed out Humphries says. They are then filled with narcotics. To get the batteries to work, smugglers place smaller batteries from a motorcycle or lawnmower so the car will temporarily run.
Humphries says, "They just really need it to start one time that they get sent down for inspection."
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, officers at the border have also seen an increase in the number of people trying to smuggle in drugs while on foot by taping the drugs on their legs or bodies. Last week, officers caught someone trying to smuggle fentanyl pills in their crutches.
The director also discussed what officers have seized from people going into Mexico.
They say fully automatic firearms and ammunition seizures have gone up significantly from last year and believe people are attempting to give those firearms to cartels and other criminal organizations in Mexico.
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FORT WORTH, Texas — A suspect was shot and killed by a Fort Worth officer after the suspect fatally shot a hostage following a police chase out of Central Texas on Sunday night, officials said.
In a news conference late Sunday, Fort Worth Police Chief Neil Noakes said the department was called around 7:23 p.m. to help in a chase that was going north on Interstate 35. The call had come from police in Troy, about 27 miles south of Waco, regarding an "erratic driver."
The Texas Department of Public Safety and Hill County Sheriff's Office were also helping.
The vehicle being chased eventually crashed on I-35W near Spur 280, police said.
Reporting as preliminary information, Noakes said a male passenger had been holding a female driver at gunpoint. After the vehicle crashed, Noakes said officers heard a gunshot from the vehicle.
Noakes said it appeared the suspect had shot the driver, which led officers to approach the vehicle.
Although it's currently unclear what led to it, Noakes said at least one Fort Worth officer fired at the suspect. Officers then moved in to render aid.
According to Noakes, an officer transported the victim to a hospital due to traffic congestion, which made it hard for medical aid to arrive at the scene.
Both the suspect and victim died from their injuries, Noakes said.
Noakes said the Fort Worth Police Department's major case and internal affairs units will be investigating the police shooting part of the incident.
“[Officers] were presented with a deadly situation where there was a hostage inside a vehicle, based on the information we know now, who had been shot," Noakes said in the news conference. "There’s an armed person inside of the vehicle… [officers] formulated a plan and acted. They did what they could to try to save that victim despite the danger that was presented."
Further details were not immediately released as the investigation is underway. | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/suspect-fatally-shot-hostage-killed-by-fort-worth-police-chase-out-of-central-texas/287-33f9e4a4-d7c1-44e3-bab0-d5aaf797ea27 | 2022-08-29T06:18:38 | 1 | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/suspect-fatally-shot-hostage-killed-by-fort-worth-police-chase-out-of-central-texas/287-33f9e4a4-d7c1-44e3-bab0-d5aaf797ea27 |
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Former students of Chef Daniel Brophy hosted a fundraiser meal Sunday with a 5-course meal inspired by his favorite recipes.
The outdoor meal at a family vineyard in Dayton paid homage to Chef Brophy, who was well-loved by students and friends. The funds raised will go to the Domestic Violence Resource Center in Beaverton.
Brophy was shot to death in June 2018 at the Oregon Culinary Institute by his wife, Nancy Crampton Brophy. She was convicted earlier this year after a lengthy trial that attracted national attention.
KOIN Complete Coverage: The trial of Nancy Brophy
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2 officers hospitalized after shooting in Phoenix; Scene remains active
Lillian Boyd
Arizona Republic
Phoenix police have confirmed that two officers have been injured in a shooting near 26th Avenue and Deer Valley Road.
The two officers were transported to a nearby hospital.
As of 9:45 p.m. on Sunday, the scene was still active. Officials advise the public to avoid the area.
This is a developing story. | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix-breaking/2022/08/28/two-officers-hospitalized-after-shooting-phoenix-scene-remains-active/7927637001/ | 2022-08-29T06:26:16 | 1 | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix-breaking/2022/08/28/two-officers-hospitalized-after-shooting-phoenix-scene-remains-active/7927637001/ |
INDIANAPOLIS — More Hoosiers right now are getting behind on their rent and struggling to stay in their homes.
Even before the pandemic, Indiana had the highest eviction rate in the Midwest and twice the national rate.
Andrew Bradley with the nonprofit Prosperity Indiana said inflation and emergency rental assistance drying up made the eviction crisis in the state even worse.
"Families who before never had any problems suddenly can't afford new rent hikes and are having to withdraw their kids from schools and find other communities," Bradley said.
The nonprofit estimates more than 110,000 Hoosier households are behind on rent and in danger of losing their homes. Many of them are Black and brown Hoosiers, low-income renters, women-led households, and families.
This is something Koffi Koevi knows all too well. He moved to Indiana from West Africa. He said the crisis has hit his community hard.
"Especially when you're from Africa, there's a lot of information we don't know," Koevi said.
Koevi said he has seen the evictions impact his neighbors' mental health and makes them feel less than human. He was one of several tenant advocates who met on Sunday to address the crises.
"We cannot avoid it, but we can reduce it in the community," Koevi said.
They launched a court-watching toolkit that allows advocates to take action during the eviction process in court and create a record of the proceedings.
It's an important extra set of eyes.
"Bearing witness to the eviction crisis in Indiana and sharing that story helps us as advocates to take those stories to Indiana legislatures and say this is a top priority," Bradley said.
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Koevi plans to become a court watcher because he wants to see justice done.
"We are trying to get more information to see how we can help them and get them back on their feet," he said.
"This is a way you can take action and make sure your voice is heard and be part of the solution," Bradley said. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/group-seeking-solutions-eviction-crisis-in-indiana/531-a09ff1a6-946a-418d-bd69-15dd67adbc97 | 2022-08-29T06:40:37 | 0 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/group-seeking-solutions-eviction-crisis-in-indiana/531-a09ff1a6-946a-418d-bd69-15dd67adbc97 |
BEND, Oregon — Three people are dead after a suspect opened fire at a Bend shopping center.
According to Bend Police, a man carrying an assault-style rifle started shooting in the parking lot of the Forum Shopping Center around 7 p.m. Sunday night. That’s off Highway 20 near NE 27th Street.
In a press briefing late Sunday night, a Bend Police spokesperson said the gunman came from a residential area behind the shopping center.
He allegedly started shooting near the Big Lots store, then went into the west entrance of the Safeway.
Bend Police say the suspect shot and killed someone at the front of the grocery store then continued firing through the store, killing an additional person toward the back of the store.
A third person was found dead in the store, police believe that person to be the shooter.
Investigators recovered an AR-15 style assault rifle and a shotgun near the suspect.
Initial reports show that Bend Police officers did not fire any shots at the scene.
It’s not clear how many others were injured.
A spokeswoman with St. Charles Hospital told KTVZ they received two patients just before 8:30 p.m. One was dead on arrival, the second patient was reported to be in good condition.
The hospital was placed on lockout.
Bend police say they investigated reports that there was a second shooting, and additional shooting scenes, but say they've found no evidence of any other shootings in the city Sunday night.
Safeway shopper Josh Caba talked with KTVZ about the terrifying shopping experience.
The Bend resident said his wife had stayed in the car, as she was not feeling well, while he went shopping with their four children.
“About 10 minutes later, we started heading to the front. Then we heard I don’t know how many shots out front – six or seven. I immediately turned to my children and said, ‘Run!’ People were screaming. … it was a horrifying experience.”
Worried about his wife, as it turned out, “by the grace and provision of God,” when he and three of their kids burst through the big black exit doors by the produce department, his wife had driven around back and "is sitting in the car, saying ‘Get in the car! Get in the car!’” | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/three-dead-following-shooting-at-safeway-store-in-bend/283-fc08eecb-dd3d-4463-ac31-024899f91233 | 2022-08-29T06:42:38 | 1 | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/three-dead-following-shooting-at-safeway-store-in-bend/283-fc08eecb-dd3d-4463-ac31-024899f91233 |
Two Idaho Democratic legislative leaders called on Republican legislative leaders and Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden to drop their appeals of Tuesday’s ruling that pauses elements of Idaho’s near-total abortion ban that apply to care of pregnant patients in emergency rooms.
During a press conference at the Idaho State Capitol on Thursday, House Minority Leader Ilana Rubel and Sen. Melissa Wintrow, both D-Boise, said appeals would cost taxpayers money to pursue a position that would endanger pregnant patients whose health is “in serious jeopardy.”
The Democrats announcement came the day after Wednesday’s ruling from District Judge B. Lynn Winmill that paused enforcement of elements of Idaho’s abortion ban law that may conflict with the federal Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act. Winmill issued the ruling after the U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit earlier this summer challenging Idaho’s abortion law and arguing elements of it conflict with the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act.
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Thursday was also the day that remaining provisions of the near-total abortion ban law became effective in Idaho.
“Taxpayers should not be forced to fund a legal effort that’s sole aim is to deny women emergency medical care so they could be left paralyzed or with loss of organ function,” Rubel said during the press conference. “We call on Lawrence Wasden, Speaker (Scott) Bedke and Pro Tem (Chuck) Winder to accept Judge Winmill’s ruling and to forgo any further appeals.”
Meanwhile, Idaho Republican legislative leaders released a statement vowing to fight Winmill’s ruling. They argued the injunction pausing enforcement of elements of the abortion ban could result in more abortions.
“To protect the lives of as many of these children as possible, the Idaho Legislature will pursue all legal means to bring this injunction to an end as quickly as possible,” Republican legislative leaders wrote in a statement issued Wednesday. “The Idaho House Republican Caucus is confident that a lower or a higher appellate court will hold the federal administration’s case to be without merit.”
During the press conference, Wintrow said the state could instead reduce the need for abortions by increasing access to birth control and promoting and teaching medically accurate sexual health education. Wintrow also decried elements of the abortion law that remain intact that would only provide an exception for victims of rape and incest if they first provided a copy of a police report.
“The wearing down of our rights are exhausting and debilitating,” Wintrow said.
Winmill’s junction will be in effect until a final judgment is reached in the case.
The Idaho Attorney General’s Office declined to comment on Winmill’s ruling, saying the case is still active, the Sun previously reported.
Under Idaho’s abortion ban law, a medical provider who violates the law faces a prison sentence of two to five years. Anyone who performs an abortion or assists in performing an abortion could also have their medical license suspended for six months upon a first violation and then revoked upon a second violation.
Idaho’s abortion ban law is Senate Bill 1385, which Republicans passed during the 2020 legislative session. It was written so that it would take effect 30 days after a U.S. Supreme Court ruling overturning the Roe v. Wade decision guaranteeing a right to an abortion. | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/idaho-democratic-legislative-leaders-call-on-gop-to-drop-appeal-of-abortion-ban-ruling/article_c655f8b0-258f-11ed-95a5-e7e82b8b11b1.html | 2022-08-29T06:44:24 | 0 | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/idaho-democratic-legislative-leaders-call-on-gop-to-drop-appeal-of-abortion-ban-ruling/article_c655f8b0-258f-11ed-95a5-e7e82b8b11b1.html |
BURLEY — Dixie (Gardner) Dixon was born March 4, 1931, in Provo, Utah, to Bert and Edna Gardner. She passed away in Burley, Idaho, at the age of 91, on August 24, 2022.
Dixon, Bret (Ginger) Dixon, and Jill (Mark) Wareham.
A viewing will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, September 1, 2022 at Farnsworth Mortuary, 1343 South Lincoln, Jerome. A funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 2, 2022, with a viewing to begin one hour prior, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Jerome Stake Center, 26 North Tiger Drive, Jerome, Idaho. Graveside will conclude at Jerome Cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family on Dixie's memorial webpage at www.farnsworthmortuary.com. | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/obituaries/funeral-notices/dixie-gardner-dixon/article_e0a86d40-6c2f-56ec-badb-92c65aca4248.html | 2022-08-29T06:44:31 | 0 | https://magicvalley.com/news/local/obituaries/funeral-notices/dixie-gardner-dixon/article_e0a86d40-6c2f-56ec-badb-92c65aca4248.html |
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Rhotenberry Wellen Architects, the architecture firm responsible for the design of the Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center and many other well-known Midland structures, has been able to find great success in the uncertain architectural landscape.
The firm’s success is a credit to the Rhotenberry Wellen’s client base in Midland, West Texas and beyond for allowing them to do great work, according to Owner Mark Wellen.
Wellen came to Midland in 1977 to work with revered Texas architect, the late Frank Welch. He then met Jim Rotenberry who was working with Welch at the time, as well.
Wellen stayed with Welch until 1983, while Rhotenberry attended graduate school and started his own practice with fellow Welch alum Andrew Hempfield, until the 1986 oil crash when Hempfield left the firm.
Wellen and Rhotenberry had separate companies for two or three years, according to Wellen, until they merged in 1988 – forming Rhotenberry Wellen Architects.
“When Jim and I first got together, we did the CEED Building out at UTPB (University of Texas Permian Basin) campus. We did that 30 years ago, and then after that, we did the Commemorative Air Force project, those are some of the early big ones,” Wellen said.
General Practitioners
Today, Rhotenberry Wellen takes on a vast range of different projects.
“We do institutional work, commercial work, residential – everything,” Wellen said.
Some of the firm’s projects include the Chapparal Gallery, the Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center, the I-20 Wildlife Preserve, the ConocoPhillips office buildings, and Rhotenberry Wellen is currently working on The Museum of the Southwest. The firm’s extensive resume also includes residential homes, daycare centers, schools and ranches throughout Midland, Texas and out-of-state.
“We’ve been involved, I think I counted the other day, in over 40 residential projects in Midland – either new houses or significant renovations and additions and then we’ve worked various ranch projects for clients throughout the state of Texas and in Colorado, New Mexico, Maine and California,” Senior Partner Andy Chandler remarked.
Clients can desire anything from a simple home addition to a new performing arts center or high-rise office building, which require different modes of thought.
“When your general practitioners like we are, you have to be able to jump back and forth between that quite a bit. Since we don’t really specialize in one type of building, it’s a challenge sometimes, but we kind of thrive in that,” Chandler said.
“No two projects are the same,” Senior Partner Cale Lancaster added.
Wellen claimed that they have intentionally avoided restricting themselves as a firm, so that they’re able to work on different kinds of structures.
“That’s because we don’t want to be put in one corner, but also living in a smaller town like Midland, not a great big city, we’re almost required to be general practitioners and we’re interested in all kinds of work,” he said.
From year to year, the number of projects the firm undertakes can differ greatly, but Rhotenberry Wellen stays busy.
“It really depends. I think this year we’re at 40 or 50. It’s a cyclical thing,” Lancaster said.
Some years, Rhotenberry Wellen has fewer large projects and lots of smaller ones; other years the firm may not have many projects but those projects may be larger in scale, according to Chandler.
“Like Cale said, there may be 40 projects on the book for this year but a quarter of those may last three years in the process,” McClure said.
Building in Midland
“We’re allowed to spread our wings a little more in Midland and I think a lot of that is due to the oil industry. They’re pioneers in their field out here so when they contact other professionals to help them, I think they kind of lets us spread our wings a little more,” McClure said, “we’re allowed to do projects that wouldn’t come to fruition in other places.”
Chandler commented on how West Texas’ outstretched skies and desert landscape has inspired the firm’s designers.
“We really pride ourselves and enjoy and are purposefully in West Texas because of the advantages that it has – it is a wide-open expanse of space ranging from Midland to El Paso down to the trans-Pecos and Big Bend area and up to Lubbock, that’s our home base,” he said.
Wellen detailed the correlation between the oil and construction industries that can sometimes be challenging.
“The cycles of the oil industry impact the construction industry. The crash that happened in the 80s was a horrible crash, worse than anything we’ve experienced in the last few years and that really slows down the construction industry,” he said, “in the booms, especially the ones in the last 10 or 15 years, the workforce is kind of sucked out of the construction industry and going into the oil industry.”
Wellen said Midland’s diverse -- and at times wealthy -- client base wants beautiful structures and an attractive city, which has allowed Rhotenberry Wellen to do what they do best and make their mark on Midland as a high-quality design firm.
Recent Work
According to Principal TJ McClure, their most recent work is in downtown Midland.
“Andy and Jim did the convention center and park downtown, but it takes a while to do some of these projects so ‘recent’ is a relative term,” he said.
Lancaster shared details about a project that he’s currently developing.
“A large commercial office development – on Mockingbird and Midkiff (the Summit Center project), that’s a pretty big project, it’s got a 4-acre park in the center of it, a lot of great space. It’s retail and office space,” he said.
Other Rhotenberry Wellen projects currently under construction are Christ Church, domestic abuse treatment center Safe Place of the Permian Basin in Odessa.
“We always have residential projects being designed, under construction or finishing up,” Wellen said.
“The goals to have good work – hopefully the buildings are here long after we’re gone, make an impact,” Lancaster remarked.
The Design Process & Construction
The process of getting a structure built can vary drastically from project-to-project, but there are some similarities that each project share.
“They’re all similar in that you have to start some place with someone having an idea, something they want to do,” Wellen said, “but then you have to go through the process of programming what it is, which means laying out all the requirements of the project.”
Projects sometimes last three to five years to complete, “programming” in and of itself can take months or even a whole year.
According to Wellen, there aren’t many certainties throughout the creation process. Programming can be done formally or informally, communication with a client during the design and building process can be frequent or minimal, all these factors depend on the project and client.
“As the designs are finalized, we move into construction drawings and then the construction part of it,” Wellen said.
Award-Winning
“We’ve got a pretty extensive list of design awards. That doesn’t just speak to us; that speaks to our clients as well. I’m quietly shocked at how well we do in the design world as a whole, kind of benchmarking ourself against our colleagues outside the Permian Basin,” McClure said.
Rhotenberry Wellen has secured 52 design and architecture awards thus far. The list includes American Institute of Architects national awards and West Texas chapter American Institute of Architects awards. T.J. McClure designed Midland’s El Granero Polo Barn in 2021 that won the Architizer A+ Award, a global architecture prize. | https://www.mrt.com/news/local/article/Rhotenberry-Wellen-decades-of-design-during-17401085.php | 2022-08-29T07:01:07 | 0 | https://www.mrt.com/news/local/article/Rhotenberry-Wellen-decades-of-design-during-17401085.php |
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — In the final days before the California State Assembly begins final recess, senators have amended a proposed bail reform bill and placed it up for a vote.
Senate Bill 262, joint-authored by Senator Robert Hertzberg and Senator Susan Skinner, was introduced as a zero-bail bill in January of last year but was shelved following the killing of a Sacramento woman in the Land Park neighborhood.
Kate Tibbitts was killed in her home along with her two dogs last September, according to the Sacramento Police Department. The man charged with her killing is Troy Davis, who had been released from jail under California’s emergency bail schedule due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Zero-bail has been completely removed from the bill, and it now proposes changes to court costs and how much surcharge a bail bondsman may retain in certain instances.
SB 262 would prohibit costs related to conditions of release from being imposed on someone being released on bail or on their own recognizance. The types of fees that could be prohibited include the costs an ankle monitor, for example, according to a spokesperson with Senator Skinner’s office.
If passed, the proposal would require the court to order the return of money or property paid to a bail bondsman by or on behalf of an arrestee to obtain bail under certain circumstances. Those include if the action or proceeding against the arrestee is dropped or if no charges were filed against the arrestee within 60 days of arrest.
“My sister was murdered a year ago and when I looked into the details of what led to her murder, I realized that politics killed my sister,” said Dan Tibbitts, the brother of Kate Tibbitts.
Dan Tibbitts says his sister might be alive today had Davis been required to remain in jail. He blames California’s recent criminal justice reforms under Proposition 47, which lowered some non-violent crimes from felonies to misdemeanor, and Proposition 57 allowing parole consideration for non-violent offenders and sentence credits, along with the emergency zero-bail schedule introduced during the pandemic.
"Our elected officials, they put the well-being of the criminals ahead of their own constituents, the law abiding citizens of our state,” Tibbitts said. “I'm fighting for others... so that they don't have to become victims of crime."
SB 262 supporters call California’s bail system inequitable and say it’s in need of reform.
“Cash bail continues to contribute to the unnecessary pretrial detention of many low-risk defendants simply because they are poor,” said California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara in the bill analysis.
Supporters say the bill represents a critical step forward in securing Californians' rights to the presumption of innocence and due process after being accused of an alleged crime.
WATCH ALSO: | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/sacramento/bail-reform-bill-challenge-california/103-8e677651-290b-49c1-9db6-c957202e9b96 | 2022-08-29T07:13:43 | 0 | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/sacramento/bail-reform-bill-challenge-california/103-8e677651-290b-49c1-9db6-c957202e9b96 |
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — In Luzerne County, a man's body was found Saturday afternoon.
The body was found in the area of Mcdonald Street in West Nanticoke.
And investigators say it matches the description of a man who went missing earlier this month.
49-year-old Brian Rogozinski went missing from Nanticoke on August 11.
Crews were out searching again for him when the body was discovered, but positive identification is pending further investigation in Luzerne County.
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WAYNE COUNTY, Pa. — A 17-year-old soldier from Wayne County has died during training at Fort Jackson in South Carolina.
Officials say, Private Alyssa Cahoon, who was with the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, collapsed during training last week. She died in the hospital on August 25.
Cahoon's mother said in a Facebook post that it was discovered Alyssa had a rare undiagnosed heart condition.
The Army said an investigation into the cause of the death is still being conducted.
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The Monday After: Remembering McKinley's 'full dinner pail'
"IS PROSPERITY RETURNING?
Monday, Aug. 29, 2022
STANDING HEAD: The Monday After
HEAD:
DIGITAL SUBHEAD:American economy prospered during President William McKinley's administration.
Gary Brown
Special to The Canton Repository
USA TODAY NETWORK
"IS PROSPERITY RETURNING?
That's the economic question that a bold headline in The Sunday Repository posed 125 years ago.
"Industrial Notes About Concerns In Canton and Vicinity and In All Parts Of the United States," another headline at the top of the Repository's front page answered on Aug. 22, 1897, adding that factories and businesses throughout the county and across the country were "Showing Increased Activity."
The Dueber-Hampden Watch Company was showing especially prosperous manufacturing activity, another headline added, and the business had the sales to support it.
"GOOD NEWS FROM THE BIG WATCH FACTORY," the newspaper reported atop a story that would go into more specifics about the manufacturing boom. "It Is Running Now In the Case Department As It has Not Run Before in August For Years, And the Hampden Factory Is Gradually Falling In Line."
Other industries in the area also were emerging from the recession that had plagued the country earlier in the 1890s, not quite two years after William McKinley − Canton's favorite son − had been elected president of the United States, and less than a year-and-a-half since the chief executive had been sworn into office.
"The Plant Of the Canton Bridge Company is Crowded," another headline added. "Would Run on Double Time if Orders for Metal Could Be Filled."
Canton's noted brick factories similarly were showing signs of ecponomic recovery, the newspaper reported.
"Big Shipments of Paving Brick Going Out of Canton," an additional headline told readers. "The Railroads Note Improvement in Freight Business."
McKinley's promise of prosperity for the country seemed close to being fulfilled early in his first term, so much so that a slogan for his campaign for a second term turned into "Four More Years Of A Full Dinner Pail."
Climbing out of a recession
An article entitled "William McKinley − Economic recovery and foreign affairs," posted on a page at the website presidentialprofiles.com, details the part McKinley played in the economic upturn late in the 1890s.
"Once he had assumed the responsibilities of office, McKinley immediately turned his attention to measures for assuring economic recovery," the article began. "The tariff received first consideration, and even before his inauguration McKinley had worked with leaders of the House to secure legislation that would be acceptable."
Nelson Dingley, chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, submitted a bill bearing his name "that did not drastically raise the duties of the Wilson-Gorman Tarrif of 1894." It quickly passed the house in the spring of 1897, but the Senate increased the tariff rates, "and in its final form it became the highest tariff in American history."
"McKinley had reservations, but he nevertheless signed the bill into law on 24 July 1897," the article said. "One reason he did is that the provision for reciprocity trade agreements, though inadequate, promised an opportunity to bring the United States into an international economic system from which the world might secure extraordinary rewards.
"The distance McKinley had moved from protectionism to market expansion became apparent during the summer of 1897, when he told the Cincinnati Commercial Club that in addition to serving economic ends, good trade ensured goodwill. 'It should be our settled purpose to open trade wherever we can,' he argued, 'making our ships and our commerce messengers of peace and amity.'"
Apparently much peace and amity was emerging between many countries in the world during the summer of 1897, following a long period of economic hardship.
Financial panics in 1884 and 1890 were followed by "one of the most severe financial crises in the history of the United States in 1893, according to federalreservehistory.org.
"Industrial production fell by 15.3% between 1892 and 1894, and unemployment rose to between 17% and 19%," said the website history. "After a brief pause, the economy slumped into recession again in late 1895 and did not fully recover until mid 1897."
Recovery signaled in Repository
The beginning of that recovery was reported in glowing terms by the Repository in late summer of that year.
"It is August," the newspaper began. "Generally everybody in business finds the month dull. That is the condition one generally expects to find in business this time of year."
Instead, the newspaper found, "some Canton factories are booming."
"The big Dueber case works are running as they have not run in August in years, and the Hampden watch works are gradually falling in line," the Repository reported.
The renewed activity of businesses seemed obvious to the Repository's writer.
"Saturday the public square and the streets about the market house, and the hotels, where farmers in Canton for trade stop, were crowded as they seldom are in August.
Other area factories were observed to have similar increases in their business, despite the traditional dog days of the summer.
"We are way ahead of last year," John Reed, manager of Canton Bridge Company, told a Repository reporter. "All the traveling men who call on us tell us about the same thing. And our representatives on the road corroborate the story. If we could get our metal orders filled we could run on double turn now, because of the large number of orders booked ahead.
"Municipalities have no trouble in floating good securities now for public improvements," Reed noted. "The outlook for a continuing rush of orders was never better."
Other factories fall in line
There was "another remarkable sign of the times" at a "bustling" Cleveland, Canton & Southern Railway freight station, according to the Repository's article.
"Indeed we do feel the coming of better times," said an agent for the railway. "Yes, the coal strike has affected our business. ... But, with those mines closed and no August shipments from them, we have already done more freight business from Canton station than during the whole of last August, with the coal shipments included then."
Stark County's brick manufacturers were finding similar success, despite the coal miners' strike.
"Oh, yes, we are shipping now," said E.D. Kellinger of the Imperial Brick Company. "I never saw brighter promises for our business, and you will understand that this opinion is not merely a prospective one, when you know that we have just cleared our yard of over a million pavers accumulated before the coal strike set in. We expect to run our works all winter, which we have not done for years, and the general indications so far as I can learn from other dealers is equally promising."
So, optimism for the economy was coming from "the ground up," literally, observed the newspaper, and it reached the sky.
"Manager Ed Langabaugh, of the Berger company, says business shows a continuing improvement," the Repository reported. "Senator Snyder, of the Canton Steel Roofing Company, considers the outlook more encouraging than for many months past."
And other area businesses echoed the report of dramatic increases in business activity.
"The Aultman company have not been able to fill all their orders for road-making machinery," the Repository reported. "The volume of business in stoneware was evidenced by a response from the Canton Stoneware company, which has thus far doubled its sales for the corresponding time last year."
Signs pointed toward favorable future
Such increases in volume of activity was being reported from many manufacturers elsewhere in the country, said the Repository's article, and the recovery was spread out in a variety of businesses and trades.
Special optimism could be raised from the report of the Bucher & Gibbs Co., manufacturers of farm equipment, which was, "according to the statement of officers, doing the largest volume of business in the history of the establishment."
Also encouraging was a graphic printed adjacent to the article in the Repository, which visually compared Nebraska's Wheat Yield for 1897 − 40,000,000 bushels − to the 555-foot high Washington monument.
"The Great Wheat Crop of 1897," a headline in the graphic began, "(serves as) an object lesson of the extraordinary productiveness of this extraordinary land."
Wheat production and farming in general, you see, is tied to a strong and sustainable economic recovery. The American economy is tied to the land, and grows from the field, some say. And, coupled with increased mining activity, wheat prices and exports had rebounded.
The economy's future looked strong.
"From the sample reports it is not difficult to predict that the merchants and business men of Canton will soon begin to feel the effects of steadier and increasing payrolls among the manufacturing establishments of the city, while the farming commuinity has already begun to increase the volumes of money in circulation in many local mercantile establishments.
Although there still were some hard times endured, McKinley's promised prosperity seemed assured.
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2 killed in Bend Safeway shooting
Two people were shot and killed at a Safeway grocery store in northeast Bend Sunday night. A third person, who Bend Police said they believed was the shooter, also died.
Chief Mike Krantz during a news conference said he'd also heard of another individual who may have been injured, but the injuries were not life threatening.
Bend Police said they responded to multiple 911 calls of shots fired at the Forum Shopping Center at about 7 p.m. They issued an alert to the public via social media at about 7:30 p.m. asking them to avoid the area.
Police reported they believe the shooter entered the shopping area that also includes a Costco from a nearby residential area.
The shooter entered the grocery store through the west entrance and shot someone right inside the doors, possibly with an AR-15. That person later died at the hospital. The shooter then continued through the store, firing shoots and then shooting and killing an additional person in the back of the store.
Krantz said police arrived and "entered the Safeway immediately, still hearing shots. They found the apparent shooter dead inside Safeway. They found an AR-15-style rifle and a shotgun in close proximity to the shooter."
"Police did not fire any shots on the scene," Krantz said.
Krantz said a witness at the store believed there may have been a second shooter but police have not found any evidence of an additional shooter in the area or in the city.
"But our investigation is continuing," he said. "It's still a very active investigation."
Krantz said police were in the process of obtaining search warrants for residences connected to the shooter.
Numerous rumors about shootings in other parts of Bend circulated Sunday night on social media. Krantz said police were aware of the rumors and officers had responded to numerous calls and leads, but that there was no evidence of other shootings in the community Sunday night.
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Need help dealing with rising utility bills, but you didn’t qualify for assistance? Now you might.
The income threshold for the state’s electric and natural gas assistance program, the Percentage of Income Payment Plan, has gone up from 150% of the federal poverty line to 175%.
For a single person, that means it rose from $20,385 to $23,782.50. For two people, it went from $27,465 to $32,042.50; and for a family of four, the threshold rose from $41,625 to $48,562.50, according to U.S. Department of Health & Human Services statistics.
Inflation, rising energy costs and supply chain problems nationwide have increased utility rates in Ohio and elsewhere.
Gov. Mike DeWine announced the percentage increase on July 27. The assistance programs are overseen by the Ohio Department of Development and Public Utilities Commission of Ohio.
The threshold of eligibility for heating assistance was already at 175% of the poverty line, but for PIPP it was only 150%, said Keelie Gustin, chief policy officer, Miami Valley Community Action Partnership, which serves Darke, Greene, Montgomery, Preble and Warren counties.
Previously state officials worked out that payments as a percentage of income would actually be more than the average household’s electric bill, if that household’s income was 175% of the poverty line, she said. So the program cutoff was kept at 150% because going higher “wasn’t a win” for customers, Gustin said.
But with energy costs rising, now some ratepayers may benefit from the PIPP average, she said.
Only 4% to 5% of PIPP participants have incomes above 140% of the poverty line now, but that’s likely to increase, Gustin said.
While the move made more Ohioans eligible for assistance, the Ohio Department of Development did not have estimates of how many customers might be affected, said Megan Nagy, public information officer for the Ohio Department of Development
There is a “slight increase” in PIPP enrollment so far this year, she said.
Who can get help?
Assistance through PIPP is available for customers of a half-dozen Ohio electric and natural gas providers, Nagy said. Those are American Electric Power, or AEP; Cleveland Electric Illuminating; Dayton Power & Light, or AES Ohio; Duke Energy; Ohio Edison and Toledo Edison.
“The expanded eligibility will be funded by an increase in the Universal Service Fund rate case,” Nagy said. The Universal Service Fund is paid by all customers, specifically to provide assistance to low-income households and operate consumer education programs.
Customers can apply for PIPP through local energy assistance providers, many of which are community action agencies, Nagy said.
Under PIPP, utility payments are based on a percentage of the monthly household income and are consistent year-round. Customers who make their payments on-time and in-full may have the balance of their bills eliminated.
Participants pay 10% of their monthly gross household income for electric service alone, or for electric and natural gas combined, according to the Ohio Department of Development. There is a minimum monthly payment of $10.
People enrolling in PIPP must report the previous month’s total income from at least the previous 30 days for every member of their household, except wages earned by dependents who are still under age 18, according to the Ohio Department of Development.
Participants must re-verify their income each year. Failing to report changes in income or a change in household residents, or missing a payment can result in being dropped from the program.
Miami Valley Community Action Partnership can take applications in person or through its website, miamivalleycap.org, Gustin said. Its main office is at 719 S. Main St. in Dayton, but the agency also has locations in Darke, Greene and Preble counties.
The website includes a checklist of documents required for approval; the more complete an initial application is, the more quickly it can be processed, Gustin said.
There is increased federal funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or LIHEAP, she said. That program helps pay for heating and cooling, weatherization and energy-related home repairs.
Need and response
Miami Valley Community Action Partnership serves urban, suburban and rural areas, but demand for assistance isn’t evenly distributed, Gustin said.
“We’re really seeing this affect most of our clients in the urban areas,” she said.
Requests for help have increased by at least 60% at the Dayton office over the last few years, Gustin said.
People need utility help not just for month-to-month bills, but also to pay deposits when transferring service to a new address, she said.
Applications for assistance are increasing, Gustin said. That includes rental assistance, which the agency also offers through federal COVID-19 relief funding.
“It has been a very busy time for us,” she said. “We are completely overwhelmed with applications right now.”
Miami Valley Community Action Partnership has money for more utility subsidies, but a continuing bottleneck is hiring and training enough staff to process and administer benefits, Gustin said. Qualifying people for assistance is a complex process which takes 6 to 8 months of training, even as programs keep changing, she said. The agency is still trying to mitigate possible COVID-19 exposure in its office, which can also slow things down, Gustin said.
Community action agencies serving other Miami Valley counties did not reply to questions.
Where to find help with utility bills
Public Utilities Commission of Ohio
https://puco.ohio.gov/utilities/electricity/resources/utility-assistance-programs
Ohio Department of Development
https://development.ohio.gov/individual/energy-assistance/1-home-energy-assistance-program
NeedHelpPayingBills
https://www.needhelppayingbills.com/html/ohio_heating_and_utility_assis.html
Ohio Association of Community Action Agencies
https://oacaa.org/find-an-agency/
Miami Valley energy assistance providers
https://development.ohio.gov/individual/energy-assistance/energy-assistance-providers
Butler County: Supports to Encourage Low-Income Families, 513-217-7930
Clark County: Opportunities Industrialization Center of Clark County, 937-342-3186
Darke County: Miami Valley Community Action Partnership, 440-538-6999
Greene, Miami, Montgomery and Preble counties: Miami Valley Community Action Partnership, 937-514-4777
Warren County: Warren County Community Services Inc., 513-970-6737
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Police are searching for three people who broke into a Catholic church in Douglaston last week and made off with cash.
According to investigators, the suspects pried open a back door of the Saint Anastasia Church on 245th Street around 1:45 a.m. on Friday and made their way into the rectory.
They took a safe along with credit cards and approximately $125 before exiting, getting in a light colored SUV and driving away southbound on 245th Street.
Anyone with information is asked to call the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477), or reach out to @NYPDTips or www.crimestoppers.nypdonline.org. | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/nypd-investigating-burglary-at-queens-church/3842019/ | 2022-08-29T08:40:59 | 1 | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/nypd-investigating-burglary-at-queens-church/3842019/ |
A timeline of the dispute over the Roberts Farm subdivision in Greenville
The proposed Roberts Farm subdivision near Pebble Creek has been the subject of lengthy debate among Greenville County Planning Commissioners, scrutiny from area residents and a year-long legal appeal process.
Here is a timeline of the fight over the neighborhood that appears to be headed toward final approval:
February 2021: Residents sign petition opposing Roberts Farm
On Feb. 24, 2021, the Roberts Farm subdivision application was up for a vote by Planning Commission. Commissioners ultimately decided to hold the application for at least 30 days citing traffic concerns and the now defunct Article 3.1 of the county's Land Development Regulations. Before the meeting, hundreds of area residents signed a petition raising their concerns about the proposed subdivision.
Residents Organize:Taylors homeowners seek to 'Preserve Pebble Creek' as the area grows
Roberts Farm Application Paused:Greenville County planners put decision on proposed Pebble Creek development on hold
March 24, 2021: Planning Commission denies subdivision
A divided Planning Commission voted 5-4 to deny the Roberts Farm subdivision application after much debate. Commissioners discussed ongoing traffic concerns and disputed who should be responsible for installing a traffic light at a busy intersection near subdivision site.
Roberts Farm Denied:Housing development proposed near Pebble Creek rejected over traffic concerns
April 29, 2021: Property owner asks court to overturn Planning Commission
Landowner Jo Ellen Johnson filed an appeal with the 13th Circuit Court seeking to reverse the Planning Commission's denial of Roberts Farm. The appeal cited the subdivision's Traffic Impact Study as a reason why it should be approved. It also claimed that Article 3.1 did not apply to the Roberts Farm due to the land's zoning designation.
Roberts Farm Heads to Court:Landowner goes to court seeking to reverse rejection of subdivision near Pebble Creek
Article 3.1 Poses Challenges:County Council members delay action on development rule after judge urges them to 'fix' it
Aug. 18, 2021: County revises development rules
County Council revised its land development rules after five months of debate surrounding contentious Article 3.1. The article led to multiple lawsuits and was criticized for being too vague.
Article 3.1 Revised:Hasty passage of development rule unleashes acrimony at Greenville County Council meeting
Sept. 21, 2021: Court reverses county decision on Roberts Farm
On Sept. 21, 2021, 13th Circuit court judge Letitia Verdin reversed the county's denial of Roberts Farm, ordering the Planning Commission to further review the subdivision application.
Oct. 26, 2021: Planning commission denies neighborhood again
Planning Commissioners again denied Roberts Farm, prompting Johnson to file a second appeal in the 13th Circuit Court a month later.
Roberts Farm Denied Again:Roberts Farm subdivision denied again following court reversal
June 3, 2022: Judge again rules in favor of Roberts Farm
Verdin again ruled in favor of Johnson's appeal, sending the Roberts Farm application back to Planning Commission for further review. Lawyers for the Planning Commission submitted a formal request that Verdin reconsider her ruling, which she denied on June 21, 2022.
July 27, 2022: County approves plan, but more votes ahead
Verdin's June 21 ruling prompted the Planning Commission to approve the Roberts Farm final development plan at its July 27 meeting. But the title of final development plan is deceiving, as the subdivision's preliminary plat is now undergoing the approval process and must be voted on by the Planning Commission before construction can begin.
– Tim Carlin covers county government, growth and development for The Greenville News. Follow him on Twitter @timcarlin_, and get in touch with him at TCarlin@gannett.com. You can support his work by subscribing to The Greenville News at greenvillenews.com/subscribe. | https://www.greenvilleonline.com/story/news/local/2022/08/29/roberts-farm-subdivision-timeline-greenville-sc-dispute-timeline/7865077001/ | 2022-08-29T08:41:14 | 0 | https://www.greenvilleonline.com/story/news/local/2022/08/29/roberts-farm-subdivision-timeline-greenville-sc-dispute-timeline/7865077001/ |
New Chick-fil-A restaurant planned for Carmel
A new Chick-fil-A restaurant is planned in Carmel.
Developers filed applications last week for a Chick-fil-A location at the intersection of Michigan Road and 99th Street on the city's west side.
It would be Carmel's first Chick-fil-A. The two closest restaurants are in Westfield.
According to a project summary filed with the city, a Red Robin restaurant exists on the property. The building would be torn down and a 4,930-square-foot building for the restaurant would be constructed with drive-thrus.
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Information on a construction timeline and potential opening were not available in materials filed with the city.
Chick-fil-A said in a statement provided to IndyStar that the company is "always evaluating potential locations."
"We are excited to share that we are in the early stages of pursuing a restaurant in the Carmel area, but we do not have any additional information to share at this time," the statement reads. | https://www.indystar.com/story/news/local/hamilton-county/carmel/2022/08/29/chick-fil-a-restaurant-planned-in-carmel/65458084007/ | 2022-08-29T09:34:23 | 0 | https://www.indystar.com/story/news/local/hamilton-county/carmel/2022/08/29/chick-fil-a-restaurant-planned-in-carmel/65458084007/ |
317 Project: Bradley's Lemonade is a sweet summer treat
Bradley Paulson loves lemons.
If you couldn’t tell from his lemon hat, lemon-patterned tablecloth or lemon-themed Squishmallows, his lemonade stand is a dead giveaway.
Set up in front of his sister Alexis’ apartment — on a busy street in the Christian Park neighborhood — Bradley’s Lemonade stand beckons passersby to enjoy a refreshing beverage. He’s been selling every summer since he was a kid.
Alexis usually makes the lemonade — adding sugar, water, lemonade mix and some lemon juice — for realness.
“There's nothing really fancy,” she said.
Bradley likes to sell, “to make extra money and I love lemons.”
“And it’s fun,” he added.
Bradley is 26 and on the autism spectrum. Though he attends a work program two days a week where he earns money, the stand has allowed Bradley to learn valuable business skills, his mother, Jennifer Paulson, said.
The stand’s prices are bargains — 50 cents for a plain lemonade, $1 for flavored. This afternoon's are blueberry and lavender.
“It’s not all about making money,” Jennifer said. “It's mostly for fun and experience.”
Bradley’s Lemonade went viral in June, when Alexis posted in Indy Local Foodies. Bradley made over $300 in donations that day and later was on TV, Jennifer said.
Bradley’s success allowed him to give back both to the Southside Animal Shelter and some food pantry boxes. He invested some profits in his stand.
But on this hot Wednesday afternoon in August, business is slow.
About an hour and a half into the sale, a car pulls over and a man gets out, requesting two plain cups of lemonade, just $1. Alexis helps her brother serve, as they scoop ice into cups and pour the cool liquid from the spout.
As summer fades into fall, this is probably the last day Bradley will sell lemonade this year. On the bright side, they'll have months to brainstorm ideas.
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At first glance, Miguel A. Gutierrez’s role at WellMed Medical Management Inc. seemed unremarkable — even a little dull.
For more than 14 years, he served the San Antonio-based operator of clinics for seniors as an executive-level consultant.
In reality, his job was anything but boring. He was the “right-hand man or political fixer” for Dr. George M. Rapier III, WellMed’s founder, chairman and CEO, said Donald H. Flanary III, a lawyer for Gutierrez.
That all came to an end last year when a San Antonio federal grand jury indicted Gutierrez for illegally using hundreds of thousands of dollars in donations Rapier and his then-wife intended for two nonprofit organizations.
Gutierrez has since pleaded guilty to two of the indictment’s 10 counts. But before he took a plea, he accused Rapier of hiding his political activity, including get-out-the-vote campaigns for conservative candidates and to stymie the Affordable Care Act, known as Obamacare.
If Gutierrez’s allegations are true, a court filing in which he spelled out his claims against Rapier is a window on the world of dark money — funds from undisclosed donors to nonprofit organizations that spend lavishly on efforts to sway public opinion and elect their favorite candidates.
Gutierrez accuses Rapier of using the nonprofit organizations to conceal his political spending, which is not illegal. He also alleges that the San Antonio physician and entrepreneur intended to take federal tax deductions for his political advocacy, which is not allowed under the tax code.
It’s unclear whether Rapier deducted the contributions from his federal taxes.
“The doctor didn’t go to the FBI and say someone’s stealing from me,” Flanary said. “If the doctor would have told the complete picture to the FBI, then I don’t know that (Gutierrez) would have been indicted.”
Rapier was not only fully aware of the political activity conducted for the benefit of WellMed but took an active role by helping design many of the political messages, Gutierrez said.
In 2009 and 2010, the owner of WellMed — a business heavily dependent on government programs such as Medicare Advantage — became “very concerned” about funding cuts Obamacare might bring.
“Dr. Rapier wanted to fund his political advocacy … for conservatives but wanted to be able to receive a tax deduction for the expenditures,” Gutierrez said in his court filing.
Despite pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and filing a false tax return, the plea deal doesn’t mean what Gutierrez alleged isn’t true, his attorney said.
“He pled guilty because he wanted to accept responsibility for the things that he did,” Flanary said. “Anything that we filed previously, that stuff still stands. It stands for what it is. The two aren’t mutually exclusive.”
Also indicted was Hector Barreto, a Californian and former head of the U.S. Small Business Administration under President George W. Bush. He’s fighting the charges.
The allegations
Both Gutierrez and Barreto had operational control over the nonprofits. They told the Rapiers that money donated to the Irvine, Calif.-based Latino Coalition Foundation would benefit disadvantaged youth while donations to the Hispanic Business Roundtable Institute, based in Washington, would be used for “political advocacy,” prosecutors allege.
Instead, prosecutors say, Gutierrez and Barreto diverted most of the donations to themselves to support their business ventures — including Barreto’s tequila company — and to pay personal expenses including vacations, meals and entertainment. They falsified books and records to hide their activities from the organizations’ officers, directors and employees, prosecutors add.
In preparing his defense, Gutierrez had served subpoenas on Dr. Rapier and his former wife, Kymberly Rapier, seeking their federal tax returns for 2014 through 2020. A subpoena also was served on the Rapier Family Foundation requesting tax returns dating back to 2010. The Rapiers divorced in 2020.
Gutierrez wanted to learn if Dr. Rapier took tax deductions for the charitable contributions he made to the nonprofits, because the doctor “cannot be a victim if he received a benefit for his contributions … in the form of federal tax deductions,” the filing stated.
In May, after Gutierrez served the subpoenas, prosecutors added two new charges against Gutierrez and Barreto. In addition to allegedly defrauding the Rapiers, Gutierrez and Barreto were charged with defrauding the two nonprofits. Each faced six counts, including conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering. Gutierrez also was charged with four counts of filing false federal tax returns from 2015-2018.
Prosecutors intend to drop eight of the 10 charges against him as part of his plea agreement. Sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 18.
Barreto has pleaded not guilty and is set to go to trial Oct. 17. As part of his plea, Gutierrez has agreed to testify against Barreto.
On Aug. 3, Barreto filed a motion in U.S. District Court in San Antonio requesting that the case be transferred to his home turf in Orange County, California. In support of the motion, he said that “contrary to being a victim as alleged” in the indictment, “Dr. Rapier coordinated and approved the payment arrangement.”
The government is opposing the change of venue for Barreto’s trial.
Of course, Gutierrez no longer wants the Rapiers’ tax returns. Before his plea, the Rapiers had sought to quash the subpoenas, accusing him of “engaging in a fishing expedition in the hopes that something helpful turns up.”
Charles “Chad” Muller III, a lawyer for the Rapiers, declined to comment.
Flanary, though, had called it “a targeted request for relevant information” to show “the doctor was aware of what was going on.”
“I’m not accusing him of taking fraudulent tax deductions,” Flanary said before Gutierrez pleaded guilty July 19. “I’m just simply pointing out what the doctor was attempting to do, which is to conceal his political activity.”
Barreto may be taking the same tack in his defense.
In his court filing this month, Barreto said the monies he received were for political consulting services provided to Rapier. Those payments, he added, mirror Rapier’s donations to the Latino Coalition Foundation and the Hispanic Business Roundtable Institute in each successive year.
Barreto added that he coordinated meetings with state and federal political leaders to advocate for positions on health care issues “that Dr. Rapier treated as top priorities, including Medicare Advantage and the Affordable Care Act.”
Manny Medrano, Barreto’s Los Angeles-based attorney, declined to comment.
‘Dark money’
WellMed is a home-grown success story. Dr. Rapier started the business in 1990 as a handful of clinics providing care to the largest Medicare managed care firm operating in San Antonio.
“His idea was simple: deliver proactive, preventive care and build strong relationships with his senior patients,” WellMed’s website says. Rapier believed in keeping his patients healthy instead of responding to symptoms after they became ill.
WellMed sought to become the largest Medicare health maintenance organization in the country.
In 2011, it sold its HMO operations to Optum Health, part of health services conglomerate UnitedHealth Group Inc. of Minnesota.
Today, WellMed provides care for nearly 2 million older adults — half of whom are Medicare patients. It has has more than 20,000 doctors’ offices in Texas and Florida, according to its website. A WellMed spokesman said WellMed, Optum and UnitedHealth had no comment.
The Rapiers launched Rapier Family Foundation with more than $33 million in contributions the same year as the Optum deal. The foundation was started to support various causes, including at-risk students, seniors, the physically disabled and homeless animals. The foundation was just one of their charitable endeavors. They even appeared on an episode of the ABC television program “Secret Millionaire” helping out a poor community in Oregon.
In the two years prior to the sale, Rapier initiated strategies to conceal his opposition to the Affordable Care Act, Gutierrez said in a court document.
The political mood of the country at the time was rancorous.
The federal bailout of major U.S. banks — started under President George W. Bush, continued under Obama and intended to stop the collapse of global financial system — had inflamed the grassroots. Angry conservative activists, financially backed by Charles and David Koch of the industrial conglomerate Koch Industries and other libertarian-minded billionaires and millionaires, built the powerful Tea Party movement seemingly overnight.
Killing Obamacare, which became law in 2010 and was perhaps President Barack Obama’s most significant legislative achievement, became one of the Tea Party’s highest priorities.
Yet, the ACA remained largely popular with Americans who’d lacked access to health care — including many Blacks and Hispanics.
Gutierrez claimed Rapier wanted to mask his efforts to turn public opinion against the ACA.
“These strategies were borne out of the idea that such strong active political opposition to Obamacare would offend (WellMed’s) minority senior clients,” Gutierrez said in the April court filing. “Through the advice of lawyers and the assistance of Mr. Gutierrez and others, WellMed and Dr. Rapier used legal tax and election law regulations to fund their concealed political activities.”
In statements to the FBI, Rapier said that after Obama was elected, Gutierrez arranged meetings with government officials to discuss the ACA on his behalf. He also told the FBI he’d had “minimal interaction with Gutierrez” before Obama’s election, according to an FBI report known. The document is not publicly available but prosecutors provided it to Gutierrez’s counsel.
Gutierrez said Rapier’s statement to the FBI wasn’t true, adding he met with the doctor on average at least once a week in person or by phone after his hiring in 2007.
In the summer of 2010, Rapier and WellMed created the Coalition to Protect Seniors (CPS), a social welfare organization or 501(c)(4), to conceal their contributions to candidates in several states, Gutierrez said.
SourceWatch says the coalition funded “attack ads against Democrats” and claimed “the elderly are at risk from ‘Obamacare.’” It spent almost $31,000 to oppose U.S. District 23 Rep. Ciro D. Rodriguez in 2010, according to OpenSecrets, which tracks campaign spending. He lost to Republican Francisco “Quico” Canseco.
The law firm Winstead PC devised strategies for Rapier and WellMed to hide their political funding and advocacy, Gutierrez alleged.
Rapier told the FBI that Gutierrez shouldn’t have been paid by any of the nonprofits because he was “well paid” by WellMed, Gutierrez said.
But Gutierrez said Winstead advised WellMed that any political consultants, including himself, should work for the Coalition to Protect Seniors under an independent contractor agreement. WellMed should not be paying for the work, a July 2010 email written by a Winstead lawyer said.
After the Optum deal in 2011, the UnitedHealth subsidiary asked Rapier and WellMed to cease their “candidate and issue advocacy,” according to Gutierrez’s court filing.
The filing also cited a 2013 email he received from Rapier about a U.S. Senate race in Montana, where the Rapiers had a home. “I also need to keep some of things we are doing internal, especially my contributions,” Rapier wrote in the email, included as an exhibit with the court filing.
A year earlier, the court document added, Rapier instructed Gutierrez to form America Is Not Stupid Inc. to do political advocacy. ProPublica described it as a “dark money group,” The organization allowed Rapier to continue his political advocacy without Optum, UnitedHealth or the pubic knowing, Gutierrez alleged.
The advertisements
America Is Not Stupid ran television and radio advertisements supporting or attacking candidates for state and federal offices. One television spot likened President Barack Obama to Adolf Hitler for refusing to stand up to those “who want to destroy Israel,” according to a court exhibit.
“This one is tough!” Gutierrez wrote to Rapier in a 2012 email with the subject line “Jewish Spot.” “It’s gonna cause a stir in the media.”
Another 2012 election ad featured a talking baby comparing the smell of his diaper with a Montana senator, ProPublica reported.
ProPublica revealed that the IRS granted America Is Not Stupid status as a tax-exempt nonprofit in June 2013. The group said on its application — swearing under penalty of perjury — it would not spend money on elections. However, the group spent $125,000 on mailers and ads opposing Democratic candidates in Texas and Montana, ProPublica found.
To accomplish America Is Not Stupid’s “tax exempt purpose and mission” as a social welfare organization, Gutierrez — the group’s president — told the IRS it had authored several articles “regarding how underserved communities or minority populations and economically disadvantaged small businesses may be affected by certain U.S. federal rules and regulations in the coming years.” The articles were posted on the website NewsEagle360.com, he said.
Gutierrez added the group hosted a forum for the San Antonio community on Oct. 26, 2012 — just before that year’s presidential election — “to openly discuss topics affecting the Hispanic population in the U.S., including, but not limited to, healthcare, the housing market, jobs and the economy, and various education issues.”
The event featured comedian Paul Rodriguez and the Leslie Lugo Band.
Barreto, the former Bush official, gave the keynote address, Gutierrez said. But he didn’t let the IRS know Barreto also happened to be the co-chair for Juntos for Romney — Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney’s Hispanic steering committee, ProPublica noted. Less than two weeks later, Obama defeated Romney to win a second term.
ProPublica’s October 2013 article outed Gutierrez as America Is Not Stupid’s president.
Shifting gears
America Is Not Stupid was shut down when Gutierrez no longer wanted to serve as president of a nonprofit meant to conceal Rapier’s political activity, according to Gutierrez’s April court filing.
Gutierrez recommended Rapier and WellMed approach Barreto — the SBA administrator from 2001 to 2005 — about using two nonprofits he led to conduct political advocacy.
After he left the SBA, Barreto took the helm of the Latino Coalition Inc., a 501(c)(6) membership organization based in Kansas City, Mo. It was founded in 1995 to research and develop policies relevant to Latinos. Before his indictment, Barreto was listed on the group’s website as chairman emeritus. Gutierrez served on its board for 20 years.
Barreto also was chairman of the Latino Coalition Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that promoted initiatives to enhance business, economic and social development of Latinos, its tax filings state.
With $500,000 from Rapier in 2014, Gutierrez said, Barreto started the Hispanic Business Roundtable Institute on behalf of the Latino Coalition and became its president.
Its stated mission is to “educate and promote public awareness of issues affecting the Hispanic community and promoting the advancement of the Hispanic community.” Its real mission, Gutierrez said, was to cloak Rapier’s funding of political causes. No one other than Rapier ever donated to it.
Rapier relied on the Latino Coalition, the Latino Coalition Foundation and the Hispanic Business Roundtable Institute for advocacy work, including promoting Medicare Advantage in 2016, Gutierrez said. Even before passage of the ACA, Gutierrez said Rapier was concerned about what it might mean for Medicare Advantage plans.
Medicare Advantage is offered by private companies approved by Medicare. Private insurers say the plans provide more benefits while costing taxpayers less, though critics disagree.
Rapier’s efforts to utilize the three groups are documented in emails, including ones requesting Barreto take part in a “Digital Advocacy Campaign” to promote Medicare Advantage, Gutierrez said. Barreto wrote an opinion column for The Hill that criticized the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ proposed Medicare Advantage rates cuts.
The planned “rate cuts are compromising the access and benefits seniors have earned,” he wrote in the March 31, 2015, column. Rapier emailed Gutierrez, “Great job,” within about 3½ hours of the column appearing online.
The May charging document said Rapier, identified as “Victim 1,” donated $2.3 million to the Latino Coalition Foundation from April 2013 to April 2019 with the intent the money be used for charitable purposes. But, Gutierrez said, “Dr. Rapier clearly knew that charitable foundations could do ‘issue advocacy.’”
Dr. Rapier also donated about $1.6 million to the Hispanic Business Roundtable Institute. Gutierrez’s plea agreement stated “the majority” of Dr. Rapier’s donations to the foundation and institute “were not used for the solicited purposes but for the direct and indirect benefit of Gutierrez and Barreto.”
The Latino Coalition Foundation can conduct get-out-the-vote campaigns as a 501(c)(3). But while donors can’t direct 501(c)(3) activity, Rapier directed the foundation’s campaigns, Gutierrez said.
In a 2015 email to Gutierrez, Rapier asked if a get-out-the-vote campaign in New Hampshire could be done through the foundation. He posed the question because he wanted to take a tax deduction for his donation, Gutierrez alleged.
Citing another Rapier email included as a court exhibit, Gutierrez said Rapier sought to take tax deductions for contributions made for political advocacy by his charitable entities. In the 2013 email, Rapier said he needed a donation letter that said “no goods or services were received for the donation.”
Financial records
Rapier never alerted the FBI that he was a victim of fraud, Flanary said in April.
“The FBI saw financial records and things that made them believe that (Gutierrez) must be committing a crime,” Flanary added. “That’s what started the investigation.”
Assistant U.S. Attorney Joseph Blackwell declined to comment.
The FBI contacted Rapier in August 2019 and told him Gutierrez and Barreto had allegedly fraudulently convinced him to donate money to the foundation and the institute.
Rapier told the FBI that his donations were meant to be used to aid Hispanic-owned companies and help Hispanic entrepreneurs develop businesses. But Gutierrez, referencing the FBI report, said Rapier never mentioned that he used his personal money for political and issue advocacy.
There was “no question that there existed a quid pro quo for Dr. Rapier to fund and create HBRI for the purpose of his political activities,” Gutierrez alleged, referring to the Hispanic Business Roundtable Institute.
Gutierrez accused Rapier of lying to the FBI about how his donations were used.
Referencing a 2018 email from the doctor, Gutierrez said Rapier asked him about doing get-out-the-vote campaigns in seven states.
“Obviously, Mr. Gutierrez would only be able to execute such a large scale nationwide political campaign if he had a budget of hundreds of thousands of dollars,” he said in the April court filing. “This is precisely why, six days later, on September 26, 2018, Dr. Rapier sent his second contribution to HBRI in the amount of $500,000.”
FBI agents visited Rapier, who prosecutors say lives in the U.S. Virgin Islands, in his suite at the Grand Hotel Baglioni in Florence, Italy, where Gutierrez said “it appears” they informed the doctor that almost $4.4 million he contributed to the foundation, the Latino Coalition Inc. and HBRI wasn’t used for charitable purposes.
Gutierrez pleaded guilty before a judge could take up the issue of whether to quash the subpoenas his attorney said were needed to show Rapier was aware how the money was being spent. In his plea, Gutierrez admitted that he and Barreto had the foundation and institute make direct payments to a bank account he controlled.
“These transactions were supported by fake invoices in the name of one of Gutierrez’s family members,” his plea stated. He received almost $900,000 from the foundation and institute from 2013 to 2019. The pair also had the nonprofits make direct payments to their family member — including about $202,000 to one of Gutierrez’s relatives, the plea agreement stated. He has agreed to pay restitution an amount to be determined by a judge.
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Vanessa Beasley paused to reflect on the road that led to her new top-floor office — with its picture-perfect San Antonio skyline view — in Trinity University’s Northrup Hall.
This month she started work as Trinity’s first female president, eight years after being introduced to the campus when her son Adam began his college search in 2014.
“I still get a little bit of goosebumps,” Beasley, 55, said of the visit. “The education was so … hands-on, and the faculty were so there for the students, you know. As a parent, I thought, ‘This is really what I want for my kid.’”
The announcement that Beasley would be Trinity University’s 20th president came early in the summer, following the retirement of President Danny Anderson, who led the institution for seven years.
She arrived in San Antonio after 17 years at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tenn., where she had moved up the academic ladder as an associate professor of communication studies, dean of residential faculty and provost for academic affairs.
She takes over a nationally-ranked liberal arts university with 2,582 undergraduates and 177 graduate students who are fully back in classrooms and dorms this fall after coronavirus pandemic-related interruptions.
Beasley’s new job has a built-in, long-range inheritance: Trinity supporters and alumni who have strengthened programs and built new facilities. The university recently received its largest gift yet at $25 million to help transform its business school, as well a $10 million gift to build the new Dicke Hall, the university’s new home for the humanities.
She knew from experience, attending and teaching at Tier One research institutions, about the value of intense interaction between graduate students and faculty. It’s rare for undergrads to get that kind of attention and responsibility, but Beasley said that “even in those few hours” during her son’s campus tour in 2014, she could see it at Trinity.
Her son ended up at another Texas university — it’s a conversation they are “still having,” she said, laughing — but Beasley started making connections, recalling impressive students, faculty and even her own mentors who had attended Trinity. When she got an email from a search firm that had identified her as a good candidate to lead it, she took it seriously.
“When I saw Trinity in that subject line, I had to call my husband over,” Beasley said. “And I said, ‘I think we should look at this one.’”
She has had a “quiet period” of a few weeks to introduce herself and listen to administrators, faculty and staff. Trinity’s top leadership is now all female, with Beasley flanked by Melody Meyer as the university’s board chair, plus Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Megan Mustain and General Counsel Erika Robinson.
It’s historic, but that’s not the point, Beasley said.
“I’m very interested in how we are manifesting a core belief of opportunity for all, and I mean all,” she said. “You can think about that; how many other higher education institutions have that many female leaders? And I would say — modestly, not because that was the goal, to get just many female leaders — the goal was to get the best person for the job.”
Beasley spent a recent Friday helping students move into dormitories, then started the first week of classes by their side. She sat in on a class called “Creative Genius,” taught by more than half a dozen professors from different academic disciplines, including music, education and media.
The course is about creativity and the people who society has decided were geniuses, and it touches on many aspects of what Beasley wants to see across the campus, including collaboration to inspire students to think outside traditional boundaries and to realize they will be challenged to explore different ideas.
“I was thinking, ‘Number one, I would take this class in a heartbeat!’” Beasley said. “And then also, ‘What does that mean? It also means learning you can learn from failure.’ That can be terrifying for a first-year student.”
Access to this quality of education is also on her priority list, she said. It can be reinforced through need-based or merit-based financial aid opportunities and programs, such as the Trinity Community Investment program, which helps San Antonio Independent School District students who are admitted to Trinity to minimize the amount of debt they graduate with, Beasley said.
The cost to attend Trinity — currently $49,264 annually for tuition, plus about $16,500 for campus living, books and other expenses — allows it to attract and retain the best faculty and leaders, Beasley said. But she cited the need to ensure there’s not a lot of “bloat” in budgets so that it can remain mission-centered.
“I’m very proud of this team. They are operating well,” Beasley said. “We want to make sure that, again, we are not building in a lot of extra fluff. And we want to make sure that when you look at the budget and you look at our values, that you see the relationship.”
A week into the fall semester, Beasley seemed thrilled about Trinity’s position in a city like San Antonio. The university, she said, is poised to continue expanding and enhance its impact across the region and nationally.
“I believe it’s already good, but what does it take to get to the next level?” Beasley said. “There’s always a next level. But when that next level aligns with your mission — which, again, is access to the highest quality education that we can create for a group of students whose lives will be changed by that — I’m happy to talk to people about what it takes for us to be able to do that.”
As she gets to know the community, she said, she’ll be looking for people who want to have those next-level conversations. As an old Nashville hand, Beasley also wants to get to know the music scene in San Antonio, and has already picked up some leads on where to find it.
She got her bachelor of arts in speech communication and theater arts from Vanderbilt. Her masters and doctorate in speech communication are from the University of Texas at Austin.
Her husband, Trey Beasley, grew up in Dallas and their two sons, Adam, 24, and Charlie, 19, were also born in Texas. The couple finished their move to San Antonio with a road trip and a tradition.
“We have a family rule that whenever you are in a Texas trip of any kind… you have to stop at Whataburger,” Beasley said. “I mean, I know there are Whataburgers in other states, but it’s not the same. Not the same.”
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Wildlife biologist Marcus Machemehl was off duty when he received a strange call.
“Bring your net,” an American Airlines representative said. “A little monkey got out — you need to get up here!”
A rhesus macaque named Dawkins was running loose in the nonpublic baggage claim area at San Antonio International Airport. The primate was bound for his new home at the Born Free USA Primate Sanctuary in La Salle County.
Machemehl called Animal Care Services director Shannon Sims for backup. Dawkins, scared, clambered up into a tangle of conveyor belts and crevasses after his transport crate busted open as it was offloaded from a plane. Machemehl worked with peers from the San Antonio Zoo and ACS to catch the 2-foot-tall monkey.
“He was up in the corner, just sitting there,” said Machemehl, 40. “I think he was more shocked he was out of his cage.”
An hour later, Sims was able to sedate the escapee with a tranquilizer dart.
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Machemehl’s job is to ensure the safety of airport employees and passengers and to keep animals and wildlife clear of San Antonio’s airports. A member of the safety and wildlife team, he is one of four wildlife biologists in the nation employed at an airport — other airports use contractors to remove animals.
“We work with Marcus regularly, and he’s very good at what he does,” ACS spokeswoman Lisa Norwood said. “He’s professional, proficient and compassionate. That matters when addressing animal concerns.”
Machemehl has received calls for wildlife such as coyotes, geese, raccoons, ringtail cats, white-tail deer and snakes.
“You never know what you’re going to get involved in,” he said. “Every day is a new day.”
In 2006, Machemehl graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Science in rangeland, wildlife and fisheries management.
Thirteen years ago, he saw a posting for the airport job not long after Capt. Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger landed US Airways flight 1549 in the Hudson River after striking a flock of geese. Aircraft bird strikes, such as with the “Miracle on the Hudson,” would figure prominently in his future.
Machemehl was hired as an environmentalist. He was promoted after taking classes on birds and qualifying as a wildlife biologist through Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in 2014. He clocks into work early, reads overnight reports and logs in any bird strikes. At daylight, he drives his Dodge truck around the airfield, looking for animals on the move.
“My job is to make the airport as unattractive as possible to animals,” Machemehl said. “Wildlife means food, water, cover and space. You take one of those out, they’re going to go somewhere else to find it.”
At his core are lessons learned growing up on a farm in Bellville, where he had visions of becoming a ranch manager. He was a 4-H club member, working long hours to raise chickens, cattle and rabbits. At times, he relies on insight from old farmers and ranchers whose sage advice has yet to be wrong.
Twice a month, in the morning and evening, he does wildlife surveys. Machemehl stops at 13 points on the airfield and two off property, sitting at each spot for five minutes to count the birds in the area. The operations and maintenance teams often alert him to activity in the area. He builds his own traps for larger birds, such as great horned owls and Swainson’s hawks. He uses a bucket truck to check pigeon traps at hangars around the airfield.
He’s seen his share of migratory birds en route to Mexico around the airport. He said two banded peregrine falcons from Canada were struck by a plane, and because they are endangered, he had to report the data to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. In October, he keeps an eye out for a winged sign of seasonal weather — scissor-tailed flycatchers on the north side of Runway 4.
“People talk about, ‘When they’re gone, cold is coming,’ ” Machemehl said. “When they show back up in the spring, you know winter is over.”
His job isn’t always about encounters with winged and clawed wild animals. Sometimes his role calls for a more nuanced approach with small, roaming pets. Recently, Machemehl responded to a call for several puppies romping at property around Stinson Municipal Airport. When he parked his truck near the airport tower, the pups ran out to him. Machemehl said that after he picked up four of the dogs, three others dashed away. He retrieved two of those and returned the next day to pick up the last straggler.
After work, animals still play a part in his life. He lives with his family in the country, where they have several dogs, barn cats, chickens and a few cows.
When people ask Machemehl what he does for a living and he tells them, some say, “Really, that’s a job?” He knows they aren’t aware of what goes on behind the scenes, out of sight of passengers streaming through the airport terminals.
That’s why Machemehl stresses the importance of keeping San Antonio airfields safe and free of hazards, animals and wildlife.
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When five prime contractors share a nearly $5 billion government contract, the rewards are substantial.
The Department of Defense recently named five companies, all with a presence in the Dayton area, as winners sharing the NOVASTAR $4.79 billion award, consolidating 20 previous intelligence analysis service contracts with fewer vendors, all serving the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
“You can do the math,” said Michael Ronayne, director for Epsilon C5I intelligence services.
The NOVASTAR contract winners are: Altamira Technologies Corp; Epsilon Systems Solutions Inc.; Modern Technology Solutions; Radiance Technologies and Xandar LLC.
When Ronayne spoke with the Dayton Daily News, he said he was minutes away from signing a lease for new office space in Beavercreek as a result of the contract win.
San Diego-based Epsilon will “absolutely” be hiring in the Dayton area as a result of NOVASTAR, he said.
“We’re hiring right now,” he said. “We’ll probably be over 100 (Dayton-area) employees by the middle of the next year.”
He expects workers to work at NASIC on the base and at an off-base program management office.
Ronayne has a history among Dayton-area defense contractors. He stood up IAI’s (Integrity Applications Inc.) office with the three company-ATEP II contract in 2014 — a previous NASIC-focused contract, nearly $1 billion in size ― and grew that company’s presence around Wright-Patterson to about 220 people over the life of the ATEP contract.
IAI was sold to Centauri, which was purchased by KBR in 2020.
NASIC’s preference to go with small businesses for NOVASTAR was no accident, Ronayne believes.
“They bring the fresh expertise,” he said in an interview. “That’s the reason why I think Epsilon is pretty cool.”
“The small businesses worked, right?” he added. “ATEP II was successful. They (NASIC) feel they like they could do that … it’s always about ingenuity, the expertise.”
Messages seeking comment were sent to a NASIC representative for this story.
Businesses must respond quickly to NASIC’s needs, Ronayne said. “We can do that. Everybody makes the coffee here at small businesses. We’re not this huge, massive organization with all these structures and processes.”
Asked about the type of work his company will do, he referred to the DOD announcement.
The companies will serve NASIC’s requirements for “research, development, and sustainment of new and existing hardware, systems, and software capabilities enabling scientific and technical intelligence production for the Air Force, Department of Defense (DOD) and national-level intelligence efforts,” the Pentagon said.
“It’s really been NASIC’s mission over the years,” Ronayne said.
Although the DOD identified Xandar and Modern Technology Solutions (MTSI) as Virginia companies, Gerald “Jerry” Constable, senior proposal manager in defense and intel for KBR, noted that the winners all have a local presence. KBR has offices on Pentagon Boulevard in Beavercreek.
In fact, as two NASIC primes, KBR and its joint venture partner N-ask, already have a significant local presence, with over 500 combined employees in the Dayton area, said Eric Hildebrand, KBR senior director, technical intelligence.
“With NOVASTAR, we expect significant growth in new employees, ranging from junior staff via our intern programs to senior scientists that will be relocating to Dayton for the exciting and challenging work opportunities,” he said.
“We are thrilled to continue our long-lasting relationship with NASIC and look forward to bringing mission focused solutions. As a partner with NASIC, Altamira solves some of the nation’s hardest challenges,” Blaine Worthington, chief operating officer for Altamira, said in a release.
Bill Bailey, Radiance chief executive, said: “This is the culmination of 20 years of hard work by a lot of Radiance employee-owners with our customer, NASIC. Over those 20 years, our goal has simply been to provide NASIC the best support possible.”
The Air Force said the vendors were selected in a competitive process, with 10 bids being received.
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The Heart of Stark: Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank fights hunger for 40 years
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At its main campus in Akron and Stark County Campus in Canton, the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank recently celebrated 40 years of serving the community and reflected on the impact of its staff and thousands of volunteers committed to fighting hunger.
Since opening its doors four decades ago, the Foodbank has distributed more than 560 million pounds of food to the local community.
The Foodbank provides access to millions of meals each year, but over the past few years, the organization has focused on direct service to the community and its network of hunger-relief partners. As the organization has grown, it’s honed an effective and efficient model to source, store and distribute surplus food. In 2021, it distributed 30 million pounds of food, the equivalent of 22.5 million meals, through 600 food programs across its eight-county footprint.
“Forty years after our founding, the Foodbank is an agency of great depth and impact,” said Dan Flowers, Foodbank president and CEO. “Not only does the organization and its network provide critical support for families facing hunger in this region, but it serves as a beacon of hope for people during their lowest moments.”
Through various partnerships, thousands of senior citizens receive food boxes to help supplement their diets, and even more children are served through backpack and after-school programs. Its collaboration with DoorDash helps deliver food boxes to individuals with mobility issues or who are homebound, and hundreds of thousands of pounds of food are distributed directly to community members at grocery distributions at both campus locations.
The Stark County Campus houses its own food pantry and resource center, helping connect families with food and other wraparound support services. New, innovative partnerships with local health systems have connected patients to nourishing food, and to reach rural communities, the Foodbank’s mobile pop-up pantry visits neighborhoods with limited food resources. The Foodbank delivers food orders directly to hunger-relief partners to help save fuel costs, wear-and-tear on vehicles, and staff and volunteer time, and more than $4 million was invested in its hunger-relief network in 2021.
“I think we all wonder at times what our lives are about, what our purpose is. Hopefully, the thousands of people who have poured love upon this Foodbank will see a meaningful legacy reflected in this milestone,” said Flowers. “Their help has mattered not just to the Foodbank, but to millions of people over the decades. We sincerely thank all who have supported the mission of this organization.”
Learn more about the Foodbank at www.akroncantonfoodbank.org.
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What you can't miss at the Stark County Fair: Lerch's, Trey Kennedy, harness race betting
CANTON − The Stark County Fair is rich in tradition and abundant with reliable attractions: Livestock, food, amusement park rides and country music.
But fair organizers also have added a few new things. Wagering on harness racing, Agri-Puppet shows, trick-performing dogs with Aim High Canines, and a national touring comedian who broke out on the internet several years ago.
There's lots to see, eat and do. While some fairgoers show up every day, others can make it only a day or two. So depending on your free time and level of fair fandom, here are the top five can't miss things at the Stark County Fair this year, with a few extras tossed in.
The fair starts Tuesday and continues through Sept. 5 (Labor Day). Grandstand entertainment features country music artist Chris Lane on Wednesday night and comedian Trey Kennedy on Thursday night.
For a full schedule of events and list of attractions, go to https://starkcountyfair.com/.
And every detail imaginable about the fair is packed within the online 77-page Stark County Fair Book at https://starkcountyfair.com/news/2022-fairbook-published. There's even a recipe for grilled steakhouse lamb pizza.
More:Stark County Fair will entertain with country music, comedian, Frisbee-catching dogs
It's all about the food ... George's burgers, Lerch's doughnuts, Tim's Tavern
County fairs have a rural ambience outlasting the decades ― tractor pulls, grandstand entertainment, 4-H kids showing their animals ... and of course, the food.
The aroma of fresh-cut fries, candy apples, cotton candy, stromboli, steak on a stick, and Italian sausage sandwiches topped with grilled onions and peppers waft in food vendor row.
"The neat thing about our food concessions is we're back up to pre-COVID levels of vendors at the fairgrounds," said Jill Sterling, a fair board member who heads the entertainment.
Local flavor is also represented at the fair, including George's Lounge, Tim's Tavern and Fat Freddie's BBQ.
Fair time is also the best time to treat yourself to Lerch's Donuts. Legendary in Wayne County, the simple yet terrifically tasty cake-style doughnuts are best when served warm and fresh off the cooling racks. Standard varieties include plain, cinnamon and sugared, but Lerch's has been known to feature special flavors at the fair, including cherry, blueberry and pumpkin.
"We have some of our past queens that come back who have been Stark County Fair queens who meet up, and it's their tradition to go to Lerch's Donuts," Sterling said. "And they take their picture to post on social media ― it's the memory."
George's burgers are another must. The fair stand will be open Wednesday through Labor Day.
Served hot off the flat top grill, burgers come dressed up gourmet style or as a regular cheeseburger ($6) or burger ($5.50). Located in downtown Canton, George's Lounge uses grass-fed patties on a toasted egg roll.
More:George's Lounge serving its famed burgers at fair
Popular varieties include the Blue Ribbon Burger ($7) topped with ranch dressing, grilled onions, melted PBR beer cheese and bacon.
Also on the fair menu will be the King George Burger ($8) featuring blue cheese, jerk spice, bacon and mushrooms. Another option is the Big O'Nesto Burger ($7) with bacon, egg and American cheese.
George's is also known for its hand-cut fries ($4) and Glazed Guy Fries ($6) topped with PBR cheese, onions and bacon.
A morning menu includes breakfast croissant and biscuit sandwiches ($6), as well as biscuits and gravy ($8).
Another local legend is beer-battered fried fish from Tim's Tavern, served both as a sandwich or dinner. Tim's Tavern and its take on North Atlantic cod have been a strong draw at the fair for roughly a couple decades.
More:Lerch's Donuts: Legendary goodies served up at Stark County Fair
Milkshakes at the Junior Fair stand are another temptation. Peanut butter is the top seller, Sterling confirmed, "and I think they have a new fruit flavor."
"They're really, really rich," Sterling said of the shakes, which will be served north of the grandstand.
First time for a comedian at the Stark County Fair
Clean-cut, relatable and uniquely funny aptly describes the humor of Trey Kennedy.
Not only is a headlining comedian a first for the Stark County Fair. But the touring funnyman said it's the first time he's performed at a fair.
Tickets are $15 to $40 for Kennedy's 8 p.m. show Thursday. For more information, go to https://starkcountyfair.com/. Tickets don't include the $8 fair admission.
"I've been trying to push a comedian for the fair for three or four years now to try something different," Sterling said. "And this year it just happened to work out because so much goes into trying to secure talent."
"I think we just need to laugh," she added. "Everybody's been so stressed out with everything in life lately, and especially going back to school and stuff."
Sterling suggests buying tickets in advance because there could be a long line for those waiting to buy them at the event.
Kennedy, an Oklahoma native, was a finance major in college when he started posting funny video snippets on Vine, a now-defunct short-form video hosting service. He eventually gave up the finance and corporate world and became an online comedic sensation on YouTube and other platforms, attracting hundreds of thousands and sometimes millions of views.
Jokes about everyday life dominate Kennedy's online videos and skits. Topics have included marriage proposals, middle schoolers, far left and far right politics, bachelor parties, COVID-19 rules, youth pastors, teen drama television series, girls who study abroad and guys who only drink IPAs.
Kennedy said he will localize some of the jokes and play off the fair theme.
Traditional stand-up comedy will be mixed with music and theatrical bits, he said. Unbeknownst to some fans, he's a talented singer with R&B-influenced pop songs available on Apple Music and other streaming platforms, including songs from his 2016 EP "Take Me to the River."
"I'm really excited to get up there at the fair," Kennedy said in a telephone interview last week.
Kennedy looks forward to engaging with the audience.
"I always love, when it feels right, trying to interact and chat with whoever's out there," he said. "My goal is to make sure everybody feels they're comfortable, and it's a big party, and we're all laughing together."
Bet on a harness horse
Betting on horses is back at the Stark County Fair after a hiatus of a few years.
Harness racing is at noon Wednesday and Thursday at the grandstand and track.
Wagering will be similar to Northfield Park, including win, place and show and trifecta bets, Sterling said. Purses are estimated at up to $10,000.
Harness racing at the fair is overseen by the Ohio Harness Horsemen's Association.
Live country music
Country music and county fairs just go together.
Lane will take the grandstand stage at 8 p.m. Wednesday.
More:How Chris Lane's Role as a Dad Is Changing His Life in Country Music
Lane most recently released a country-tinged, fun rendition of the 1970s classic, "Dancing in the Moonlight." Accompanied by Lauren Alaina, Lane's version is titled, "Dancin' in the Moonlight."
Lane's other popular songs include, "I Don't Know About You," which has attracted nearly 100 million views on YouTube. "Fill Them Boots" and "Ain't Even Met You Yet" have attracted more than 1 million views each.
The Kernersville, North Carolina, native has appeared in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, as well as on "The Bachelor," "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and "Late Night with Seth Meyers."
Lane also was featured in People's 2019 Sexiest Man Alive issue. The artist previously has toured with Florida Georgia Line, Kane Brown and Brad Paisley.
Meat doesn't get fresher and more homegrown than this
Fairgoers can bid on a chicken, lamb, pig or cow to purchase and have processed later for fresh, locally-produced meat they can store in a freezer.
Livestock auctions are on Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday.
"Anybody can show up," Sterling said. "They need to go and register for a bidder's number in the Junior Fair (area)." Details are posted about the auction on the fair's website and at www.facebook.com/StarkCountyFair.
"You select your processor, and we make sure it gets to the processor ... and the processor will want to know how you like your meat cut up," she explained.
Best of the rest
Sterling said there's plenty more to experience at the fair.
The Stark County Band Show is 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at the grandstands.
Two classes of drivers will compete at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday in National Tractor Pullers Association events.
Demolition derbies are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Sunday and 4:30 p.m. Sept. 5. A draft horse show is at noon Sunday at the grandstands.
Kids also can enjoy educational puppet shows, and dogs will catch Frisbees and perform other tricks at the south end of the fairgrounds.
The Grange Building will showcase contests for the best vegetables, homemade wines, fruit, honey, grain, hay, flowers, homebrewing, cookies, cakes, pies, eggs, quilting, photography, needlepoint, basket weaving and other categories.
Pavilion entertainment includes The Eric Sowers Band, Robin Roseberry, Douglas Domineck , TFree & the Panic Attacks, the D'gara Band and La Flavour.
There will be a couple of new amusement rides, Sterling said.
"The Cliff Hanger kind of looks like you're parasailing," she said of the ride provided by Kissel Amusement Co. "You're laying down on the ride."
The Sizzler is a modern version of the classic Scrambler ride that spins riders in two different directions. As the center of the ride rotates, so do the spindles which the seats are on, according to Kissel Amusement.
Sterling summed up the appeal of the fair: "It's for everybody; it's not just for agriculture."
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Maaah! Pygmy goats are no walk in the park
Twin sisters Cameron and Amber Okey led their pygmy goats Challenger and Artie around their Lake Township pasture last week in preparation for the Stark County Fair.
The goats sometimes walked easily beside the girls' cowboy boots but often required encouragement, sometimes in the form of a treat. That incentive is only for training and not used during fair competitions where they're judged on showmanship and the goats themselves.
"The fair is showing off your project," said Kirstin Cheyney, chairwoman of the Pygmy Goat Committee for Stark County ― which coordinates both 4-H club and fair activities.
Cheyney said the 13-year-old Okey sisters will be among about 60 area children and teens who will showcase their 4-H pygmy goats at this year's fair, which begins Tuesday. The show is 6 p.m. Tuesday in the sheep and swine arena at the fairgrounds, 305 Wertz Ave NW.
Pygmy goats at the fair
Cheyney, who lives in Canal Fulton, has led the pygmy goat committee since it started in 1994. Her parents bought their first pygmy goats in 1985, and several generations of the family have since raised and shown the miniature goats in Stark County.
"You don't need a big farm," Cheyney said. "We had one acre. My kids raised pygmy goats, and we had a lot of them."
Members of 4-H are eligible to take an animal to the fair from age 9 to 19, she said. First-year participants compete against others in their first year for showmanship. After that, showmanship categories are junior (ages 9 to 12), intermediate (ages 13 to 15) and senior (ages 16 to 19).
"Most of our goats are NPGA (National Pygmy Goat Association) registered, which means it kind of ensures you have a pure-bred goat," Cheyney said. "They don't have to be, but most of them are."
The children and teens also are tested on their animal knowledge and pygmy goat workbooks during a "Skillathon," which took place Aug. 20. Unlike some animals at the fair, Cheyney said, pygmy goats are not livestock that will be sold there and are "ultimately pets."
"I think with the pygmy goats, an aspect everyone loves is that you can continue to take your animals," she said. "You don't have to leave it at the fair at an auction."
A lot of 'fun'
Cheyney's daughter, Laura Greene, was one of four children to first show pygmy goats at the fair in 1994. The Jackson Township resident now has 10-year-old twin sons who are showing for the first time this year and a 12-year-old daughter who is showing for the fourth year.
"I think it's taught a lot of responsibilities," Greene said. "It's not a short-term project like a market animal that you only have for a few months. It is an animal that you have for possibly 13 years."
Her daughter, Bailey, helps feed four goats twice a day and said they've helped her learn how to care for animals. She also just thinks they're "really cute."
"They're good pets, and I love them," Bailey Greene said.
The Okey sisters estimated that they spend anywhere from seven to nine hours a week caring for their animals, which include pygmy goats, chickens and horses. Their father, Dave, said he's learned a lot helping his wife, Michelle, and their daughters raise the animals.
"What I see as work, they just see as fun," he said.
Cameron Okey described the process of preparing fidgety goats for the fair, which includes trimming their hooves and hair. They also bathe them a week or so before ― enough time so that their hair doesn't have too much fluff.
"Bathing them is fun, too, because they don't like water," she added.
But when Amber Okey bent down and stretched out her arms, the goats came trotting over.
"They are the friendliest goats ever," she said.
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