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BLOOMFIELD, N.J. (AP) — Michael Barrows wore his Grateful Dead T-shirt and Jerry Garcia face mask for opening day of recreational marijuana sales in New Jersey on Thursday, one of dozens of people who lined up before dawn to join the celebratory scene.
“It’s pretty amazing, exciting, and if I get pulled over on the way home and I’m ever asked if I have any drugs in the car, now I’m allowed to say only this,” Barrows said, holding up the canister of marijuana flower he had just purchased. Possession of cannabis is legal now in New Jersey, though driving under the influence is still prohibited.
Barrows, 60, joined a steady stream of other novelty seekers, longtime marijuana users and medical patients at RISE in Bloomfield, near the state’s biggest city, Newark, and not far from New York City.
With soul music blaring, free doughnuts in the parking lot and a balloon arch at the entrance, New Jersey’s cannabis kickoff for people 21 and older had the feel of a fair more than a store opening.
Hagan Seeley, 23, said he had just found out a day earlier that recreational sales were starting and decided to see what the scene looked like. He was impressed with the venue, decorated with an old train station-style tote board and long wooden tables featuring products under glass globes.
“It feels right. It feels safe. It feels like everything you’d want it to be rather than anything you could get anywhere else,” Seeley said.
The start of the recreational market comes a week after Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy announced that state regulators had cleared the way for recreational sales at seven “alternative treatment centers” that had already offered medical cannabis. The seven centers operate 13 facilities across the state.
New Jersey is among 18 states, plus the District of Columbia, with legalized recreational marijuana markets. Thirty-seven states, including New Jersey, have legalized medical marijuana.
New Jersey is first among its closest neighbors to begin recreational sales.
New York is moving forward with a recreational market but sales are not expected to start until the end of the year, state officials have said.
Neighboring Pennsylvania has medical cannabis but not recreational. Some cities, including Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, passed ordinances to decriminalize marijuana or make it a low law enforcement priority.
Legislation to permit recreational marijuana in Delaware was defeated in March.
Ben Kovler, chairman and CEO of Green Thumb Industries, which operates the Bloomfield dispensary, was at the opening Thursday. He said he expects demand to grow since news of the start of sales had only been known by the public for a week.
“It’s a moment in time in American history where prohibition 2.0 is lifted,” he said in an interview before the opening.
To get regulatory approval, the facilities told regulators they would not interrupt access for medical marijuana patients.
Ziad Ghanem, the president and chief operating officer of TerrAscend, which operates centers in Maplewood and Philipsburg, said to accommodate patients, the centers would have a “narrower menu” to start for recreational users.
The centers also are required to meet social equity standards, such as providing technical knowledge to new marijuana businesses, especially social equity applicants — those located in economically struggling parts of the state or people who have had cannabis-related offenses.
New Jersey’s tax revenues are expected to climb, but it’s not clear by how much. Murphy’s fiscal year 2023 budget is pending before the Democrat-led Legislature and estimates revenues of just $19 million in a nearly $49 billion budget. In 2019, as legalization of recreational marijuana was still just pending before voters, he had estimated about $60 million in revenue.
Legislation governing the recreational market calls for the 6.625% sales tax to apply, with 70% of the proceeds going to areas disproportionately affected by marijuana-related arrests. Black residents were likelier — up to three times as much — to face marijuana charges than white residents. Towns can also levy a tax of up to 2%.
In a memo to law enforcement officers across the state, acting Attorney General Matt Platkin reminded police that unregulated marijuana continues to be an illegal substance.
State regulators say dispensaries are allowed to sell up to the equivalent of 1 ounce of cannabis, which means an ounce of dried flower, or 5 grams of concentrate or 1,000 milligrams of edibles, like gummies. Perishable items like cookies and brownies are not available.
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Three people who were once close to Johnny Depp on Thursday charted the actor's rise and fall from "the biggest movie star in the world" to a man who struggled with drugs, money and the ability to show up at movie sets on time.
Testifying at the behest of attorneys representing Depp's ex-wife Amber Heard were a longtime agent, a former business manager and a friend of Depp's for nearly four decades.
Tracey Jacobs, who served as the actor's agent for about 30 years, said Depp was "showing up late to set consistently on virtually every movie" during their final years working together.
"I was very honest with him and said, 'You've got to stop doing this – this is hurting you,'" Jacobs said during a previously recorded deposition that was played in court Thursday. "And it did."
The testimony served to push back against Depp's libel lawsuit against Heard. Depp claims that a 2018 op-ed piece Heard wrote in The Washington Post unfairly portrayed him as a domestic abuser and cost him a lucrative Hollywood career that included the "Pirates of the Caribbean" movie franchise.
Heard's attorneys argue that Depp's professional undoing was the result of his own bad behavior.
Depp says he never struck Heard and that he was the victim of abuse inflicted by her. Heard's attorneys say Depp did physically and sexually assault her, and that his denials of abuse lack credibility because he frequently drank and used drugs to the point of blacking out.
Jacobs said Depp was an extraordinary talent who went on to become "the biggest movie star in the world." But his behavior in the years before he fired her in 2016 became increasingly unprofessional, while his drug and alcohol use increased, Jacobs said.
"And it also got around town," Jacobs said. "I mean, people talk, it's a small community. And it made people reluctant to use him."
Joel Mandel, Depp's former business manager, testified in a previously recorded deposition that the "Pirates of the Caribbean" films had "catapulted him into an entirely different level of success."
"It meant more employees," Mandel said. "It meant buying additional property. ... It meant a bigger life and a more expensive one."
Things began to change around 2010, and it "became clear over time that there were issues with alcohol and drugs," Mandel said. "And that translated into more erratic behavior, more stressful behavior, more times when it was difficult to engage in the kinds of conversations I needed to do my job."
At one point, Depp was spending around $100,000 a month for a doctor and staff to help him get sober, Mandel said. At another, he was spending $300,000 a month on full-time staff, he said. And he said there also were times when Depp spent thousands of dollars a month on prescription drugs.
"The spending levels had grown very, very, very large and required that level of incredibly high income to be maintained," Mandel said. "And when it dropped off, the disconnect became untenable."
Mandel said he became extremely worried about Depp's finances in 2015, but that Depp met those concerns with anger. He said the actor fired him in 2016.
Bruce Witkin, a musician who was friends with Depp for nearly 40 years, testified in a previously recorded deposition that Depp could become jealous in his romantic relationships.
That jealousy was demonstrated with Heard when she would be off filming a movie "or doing something that he couldn't be around to see what was going in," Witkin said. "I think he would work himself up."
Witkin said he once saw bruises on Heard's arm when he and Depp were working on a documentary about Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards. And he saw Depp with a "fat lip" one time. But Witkin said he never saw Depp or Heard physically abuse each other.
Witkin said he tried to help Depp with his substance abuse and had set him up with a therapist.
"He'd say, 'I'll be all right. I'll be all right,'" Witkin said, recalling a conversation. "Well, you're not all right."
Depp's sister, Christi Dembrowski, was always concerned with his well-being, both in terms of his substance abuse and generally, Witkin said.
"Everybody, I think, deep down inside was, but ... the people on the payroll won't really say much. They'll try but they don't want to lose their job," Witkin said. "I'm not saying they all fall into the category. But it's a strange thing around people like him. Everybody wants something."
Witkin said his friendship with Depp began to dissolve toward the end of 2017, when the actor started to pull away.
"He wrote me this weird text saying I stabbed him in the back and badmouthed him," Witkin said. "And I'm like, 'What are you talking about?' And he wouldn't explain it. And I pretty much haven't seen him since 2018."
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Teamsters Call Out Challenges Facing Members as 1,500 Fight for Contract
WASHINGTON, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For weeks, Teamsters nationwide have stepped up their efforts to educate Golden Gophers' alumni about the abusive labor practices of the University of Minnesota (UMN), including concerns regarding poverty-level wages, discrimination, food insecurity and homelessness amongst service workers.
Teamsters Local 320 is fighting for a new contract for 1,500 custodians, dormitory attendants, dining workers, animal research caregivers, waste workers, and other service workers at the five main UMN campuses. Many of the workers are Black, including immigrants from Somalia, Ethiopia, Eritrea, and other East African countries.
"It makes me proud to see the outpouring of Teamster solidarity across the country for our brothers and sisters at the University of Minnesota," said Brian Aldes, Local 320 Secretary-Treasurer. "UMN and its president, Joan Gabel, need to understand that if they force us to take it to the streets, the Teamsters will do whatever it takes to make sure none of our members have to skip meals because they don't have enough money for food."
In Portland, Ore. Teamsters Local 305 and Teamsters Joint Council 37 distributed leaflets asking "What's gone wrong at the University of Minnesota?" at the Portland Alumni Network's monthly breakfast. In Tampa Bay, Fla., Teamsters Local 79 held banners outside the Tampa Big Ten Kickoff alumni event calling on the university to "end worker abuse." Teamsters Local 455 went to a Colorado Rockies baseball game to handbill alumni by attending the Annual University of Minnesota Night with the Colorado Rockies, hosted by the Denver Alumni Network.
According to a recent survey of at least 450 current and former UMN service workers, more than 62 percent reported not earning enough money to pay for basic expenses every month.
Almost 12 percent reported experiencing homelessness at least once while working for UMN. Nearly 20 percent reported being hungry but not eating because they did not have the money.
A recent study on staff compensation conducted by UMN's Office of Human Resources shows that job salaries for campus operations positions are, on average, 13 percent below the market median. It also showed 74.5 percent of workers' salaries are below the market salary median.
"We are ready to negotiate a fair contract that honors the contributions of service workers at the university," Aldes said. "We are also preparing to strike the university if the current administration isn't willing to address poverty-level wages, staffing shortages, and high rates of turnover. These unconscionable practices are hampering the university's ability to provide services. These include responsibly caring for research animals on campus, effectively implementing the waste reduction program, and making sure food services are functional."
Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.2 million hardworking men and women throughout the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Visit www.teamster.org for more information. Follow us on Twitter @Teamsters and "like" us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/teamsters.
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SEATTLE, Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the end of summer ushers in dreams of leaf-peeping and pumpkin-spice-flavored everything, fall mania is playing out in another way this year: trip planning. Today, Expedia® reveals searches for fall getaways are up 40% compared to the same timeframe last year,1 indicating that many Americans are preparing to spend the season away from home. The leading travel company also found that U.S. travelers are increasingly setting their sights on international destinations like Barbados, Ho Chi Minh City, London and Munich, which are all experiencing triple-digit increases in interest for fall travel. As flight prices tend to drop after the busy summer travel season, savvy travelers can take advantage of the savings fall brings.
Expedia offers the following tips to help travelers stretch their dollars even further this fall:2
- Travel domestically during the week of September 26th, when average ticket prices are expected to be nearly 45% cheaper than they were during the summer months.
- For international flights, travel during the week of October 10th, when average ticket prices are projected to be 20% lower than during summer.
- Depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday instead of Monday to score the lowest fares.
"Fall is right around the corner, and while many are looking forward to breaking out their favorite boots and pumpkin bread recipes, autumn also means big travel savings," said Christie Hudson, head of U.S. public relations for Expedia. "Many destinations are more affordable than they've been in months, making it the perfect time to have an authentic Oktoberfest experience in Munich or swap out the faux foliage for the real deal in New England."
Fall travelers have a lot to choose from when it comes to saving on a shoulder season getaway. Below are some of the destinations offering the best value compared to summer:3
Note: ATP is average ticket price for roundtrip flights.
- Seattle – ATPs down more than 45%
- Los Angeles – ATPs down more than 35%
- Portland – ATPs down nearly 35%
- Barcelona – ATPs down almost 30%
- San Francisco – ATPs down more than 25%
- London – ATPs down around 20%
- San Diego – ATPs down 20%
- Chicago – ATPs down around 20%
- Rome – ATPs down about 15%
- Paris – ATPs down about 15%
- Cancun – ATPs down more than 10%
- Mexico City – ATPs down more than 10%
Expert tip: booking airfare and lodging at the same time on Expedia – known as bundling – can save travelers hundreds of dollars. This is especially valuable in the current environment as some hotel rates remain higher than normal for the season.
Bolstered by the favorable exchange rate and the easing of travel restrictions compared to this time last year, European destinations are top of mind for fall travelers. Expedia data also shows interest is rebounding for escapes to Asia. Below are the trending hotspots for fall:1
- Europe: London (+290%), Paris (+210%), Munich (+180%), Copenhagen (+150%), Dublin (+80%)
- Asia / Oceania: Ho Chi Minh City (+630%), Singapore (+250%), Nepal (+235%), Seoul (+180%), Auckland (+95%)
- Beaches near and far: Barbados (+3,360%), Orlando (+60%), Punta Cana (+40%) Orange County (+40%), Fort Lauderdale (+25%)
- U.S. city breaks: New York City (+75%), Seattle (+55%), Washington D.C. (+45%) San Francisco (+35%), Boston (+30%)
Ready to taste, smell and experience the season as it was meant to be experienced? Download the Expedia app to save with Member Prices and earn double Rewards points. Explore more of Expedia's fall-inclusive recommendations here.
- More of fall's hottest travel destinations
- Guide to haunted hotels
- Best places to travel in Europe
- How to celebrate Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
- America's most haunted national parks
- Best ghost tours in America's spookiest cities
- Best pumpkin festivals
- Expedia's favorite sunset hikes
1 Compares flight searches made between Jan. 1 and July 26 for travel between Sept. 6 and Nov. 15 for 2021 and 2022.
2 Price Comparisons based on Expedia.com flight forecasts for travel between Sept. 5, 2022 – Nov. 15, 2022 compared to travel between May 31, 2022 - Sept. 4, 2022 as of Aug. 14, 2022.
3 Compares average ticket prices and/or average daily hotel rates for travel between June 1 and Aug. 30, 2022 and Sept. 6 and Nov. 15, 2022.
Expedia® is one of the world's leading full-service travel brands, with a mission of helping travelers get the most out of every trip they take by providing everything they need all in one place, ensuring they are getting the most out of every trip they take, and above all else, feel supported every step of the way.
Our commitment to insights matched with our unprecedented scale allows us to understand our travelers better than anyone else, delivering exactly what they need, when they need it. Our personalized experiences backed by incredible technology, enables us to deliver the widest selection of product offerings across accommodations, transportation, activities and experiences, that help you get the most out of your journey.
Use our mobile app or visit expedia.com to plan your journey with us.
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It’s twins, again! Couple welcomes 3rd set of twins in 2 years
BAKER, La. (WAFB/Gray News) - A Louisiana couple welcomed their third set of twins last week.
WAFB reports Courtney Spears and her husband, Everett Jones, said their latest set of twins, Eva and Camryn, were delivered on May 10.
Since their arrival, the baby girls have been in a NICU, but Spears said they are doing well.
The girls join twin brothers, Ethan and Curtis, born in 2020, twin sisters, Emory and Cassidy, born in 2021, and their oldest sister, 5-year-old Emanie.
Seven kids in all make the Spears family the Brady Bunch plus one.
She said she knows it must seem overwhelming, but she and her husband are happy with their big family. They have a routine that keeps everything flowing and family to help out while mom and dad are working.
“It’s fun, tiring, of course, having one kid is tiring, but it’s fun,” Spears said. “They make us laugh a lot.”
However, Spears added she did have to stop working early due to a preterm labor scare, and they’re still working to find car seats for the infants and a car capable of carrying all seven kids.
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After losing to Texas A&M on Friday night, Alabama is back on the field less than 12 hours later for a Saturday morning elimination game against Florida.
The 9:30 a.m. CT start in Hoover Metropolitan Stadium between the No. 11 seed Tide and No. 7 seed Gators will decide who plays the Aggies in a 4:30 p.m. CT single-elimination semifinal game later Saturday.
Alabama salvaged one game of a three-game series against Florida to begin its SEC schedule in March.
Top 1st: Wyatt Langford leads off the game with a home run over the left field fence to make the score Florida 1, Alabama 0.
PREGAME
-- Alabama enters Saturday as the first team out of Baseball America’s projected NCAA tournament field but the last team into D1 Baseball’s projection.
-- Garrett McMillan, who pitched two innings in Tuesday’s win over Georgia before a rain delay, will be on the mound for Alabama. The lineup: (1) CF Caden Rose; (2) DH William Hamiter; (3) C Dominic Tamez; (4) 1B Drew Williamson; (5) RF Andrew Pinckney; (6) 3B Zane Denton; (7) SS Jim Jarvis; (8) LF Tommy Seidl; (9) 2B Bryce Eblin.
Mike Rodak is an Alabama beat reporter for Alabama Media Group. Follow him on Twitter @mikerodak.
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DUBLIN, Ohio, June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tyson Group is pleased to announce it has been included on Selling Power's Top 25 Sales Training Companies 2022 list.
Selling Power Magazine's prestigious Top Sales Training Companies List helps sales leaders identify and select sales training companies with a track record of producing tangible ROI while also providing superior customer service.
According to Selling Power publisher and founder Gerhard Gschwandtner, sales training is more important than ever. The economy has shifted significantly due to inflation, Covid 19, the war in the Ukraine, shortages in supply and the emergence of new learning technologies.
"Sales training companies had to adjust in the last year," says Gschwandtner. "Each of the sales training companies included on this list was able to pivot quickly to deliver best-in-class, engaging sales training both virtually, and in person. Their efforts and expertise helped their clients reach and exceed sales goals and decrease onboarding time in a highly challenging economy."
All companies on the list submitted a comprehensive application that included a detailed listing of their offerings for both training and retention, innovative solutions, their company's unique contributions to the sales training marketplace, and their ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
"The world of sales and training has changed dramatically. CEOs have no choice but to rebuild their sales force in new ways. This award benchmarks against the best in class," says Lance Tyson, President & CEO of Tyson Group.
See the Selling Power Top Sales Training Companies 2022 list at https://geni.us/sellingpowerSTC2022
About Tyson Group
Tyson Group offers expert sales consulting and training tailored to companies' individual needs, cultivating talent that yields measurable results. They have consulted and provided negotiation strategies for multi-billion dollar deals for the nation's most prominent sports stadiums, developed elite sales teams, and advised on the installation of sales methodology for countless organizations.
Their expertise in recruiting, training, and coaching helps the right talent drive organizations to the next level. They have proven experience creating, establishing, and implementing organizational changes and new processes that help sales leaders and their teams meet and exceed goals in all industries.
Tyson Group is available for commentary. Contact Audrey Donegan of TGC Worldwide - audrey@tgcworldwide.com
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Companies plan to construct 50 megawatts of clean, renewable solar generation
FAIRMONT, W.Va., May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mon Power and Potomac Edison, subsidiaries of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), are accepting customer commitments to purchase solar renewable energy credits (SRECs) from five utility-scale solar facilities planned for the companies' West Virginia service territory. The companies recently received conditional approval from the Public Service Commission of West Virginia for the five projects, which will together total 50 megawatts of renewable solar generation to help make West Virginia more attractive for business development.
SRECs are certificates that represent the environmental attributes of solar power and prove solar energy was generated on the purchasers' behalf. For every megawatt hour of solar renewable electricity generated, one SREC is produced. When fully operational, the five projects planned by Mon Power and Potomac Edison are expected to create more than 87,000 SRECs per year.
With an overall subscription cost of 4 cents per kilowatt hour in addition to normal rates, customers will be able to choose from a variety of SREC subscription levels and term lengths with pricing options that allow for broad participation in the West Virginia solar program. Commercial and industrial customers will be able to choose a subscription level that reflects a percentage of their monthly energy consumption. Residential customers can support the program by purchasing a SREC over time at monthly levels of 50 kilowatt hours ($2 per month), 100 kilowatt hours ($4 per month), 200 kilowatt hours ($8 per month) or more.
When Mon Power and Potomac Edison have obtained customer commitments for 85% of the renewable energy credits generated by a solar facility, the companies will seek final approval from the commission for a modest ratepayer surcharge to cover the balance of the project costs and begin full-scale construction. Mon Power and Potomac Edison customers who make a commitment for SRECs now are not expected to begin incurring charges until early 2024.
"We are excited for our solar program to get underway and look forward to connecting with customers who have expressed interest in solar power and supporting renewable energy in West Virginia," said Jim Myers, president of FirstEnergy's West Virginia operations.
The companies' solar program supports a 2020 bill passed by the West Virginia Legislature that authorizes electric utilities to own and operate up to 200 megawatts of solar renewable generation facilities to help meet the state's electricity needs. The addition of new renewable generation also encourages economic development in West Virginia, as a growing number of companies require that a portion of the electricity they purchase be generated by renewable sources.
Mon Power will build, own and operate the five solar facilities, which are located on property owned by Mon Power or its affiliates. The locations include:
- A 26-acre reclaimed ash disposal site in Berkeley County
- A 51-acre site adjacent to a Mon Power substation in Hancock County
- A 27-acre retired ash disposal site in Marion County
- A 95-acre site in Monongalia County adjacent to Fort Martin Power Station
- A 44-acre reclaimed strip mine property in Tucker County
To subscribe or find out more about the solar program, Mon Power and Potomac Edison customers in West Virginia can submit their information at www.firstenergycorp.com/WVSolar or by calling 1-800-505-7283.
Mon Power serves about 395,000 customers in 34 West Virginia counties. Follow Mon Power at www.mon-power.com, on Twitter @MonPowerWV, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/MonPowerWV.
Potomac Edison serves about 275,000 customers in seven counties in Maryland and 151,000 customers in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. Follow Potomac Edison at www.potomacedison.com, on Twitter @PotomacEdison, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/PotomacEdison.
FirstEnergy is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Its 10 electric distribution companies form one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, serving customers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, Maryland and New York. The company's transmission subsidiaries operate approximately 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions. Follow FirstEnergy online at www.firstenergycorp.com and on Twitter @FirstEnergyCorp.
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labor disruptions by our unionized workforce; changes to significant accounting policies; any changes in tax laws or regulations, or adverse tax audit results or rulings; the risks and other factors discussed from time to time in our Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") filings. Dividends declared from time to time on FirstEnergy Corp.'s common stock during any period may in the aggregate vary from prior periods due to circumstances considered by FirstEnergy Corp.'s Board of Directors at the time of the actual declarations. A security rating is not a recommendation to buy or hold securities and is subject to revision or withdrawal at any time by the assigning rating agency. Each rating should be evaluated independently of any other rating.
These forward-looking statements are also qualified by, and should be read together with, the risk factors included in FirstEnergy Corp.'s filings with the SEC, including, but not limited to, the most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and any subsequent Current Reports on Form 8-K. The foregoing review of factors also should not be construed as exhaustive. New factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for management to predict all such factors, nor assess the impact of any such factor on FirstEnergy Corp.'s business or the extent to which any factor, or combination of factors, may cause results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. FirstEnergy Corp. expressly disclaims any obligation to update or revise, except as required by law, any forward-looking statements contained herein or in the information incorporated by reference as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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SOUTHFIELD, Mich., July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BluE Nexus Corporation, AISIN Corporation, and DENSO Corporation today announced that they have jointly developed a new 1-motor hybrid transmission. This product is used for Toyota's new Crown CROSSOVER RS, which will be released around the fall of this year.
The 1-motor hybrid transmission developed by the three companies integrates the newly designed Direct Shift-6AT with a driving motor and an inverter. It is characterized by high acceleration performance and contributes to increasing fuel efficiency. In combination with the eAxle mounted at the rear of the vehicle, the 1-motor hybrid transmission achieves driving performance suitable for the premium vehicle by taking full advantage of the 2.4 L turbo engine, contributing to enhancing the attractiveness of Toyota's new Crown.
Key points of the development of this product
- Realization of direct response during driving and a high-quality driving feel
The quick response to start the vehicle moving forward has been attained by using a newly developed highly heat-resistant starting clutch and achieving advanced control. The high-torque assist effect is demonstrated due to a newly designed driving motor combined with the Direct Shift-6AT, realizing direct response and torqueful driving.
The clutches for starting the vehicle moving forward and disengaging the engine are subject to coordinated control so that the engine can be started and stopped smoothly and quietly when starting the vehicle moving forward and in all situations during driving.
The product achieves both direct response and smoothness and contributes to realizing the high-quality ride suitable for the premium vehicle by combining the latest technologies with world-class automatic transmission gear shift technology, which has been refined over many years.
- Improvement of vehicle mountability through downsizing technology and the electromechanical integration structure
The driving motor has been significantly downsized by reducing the stator shaft length, which has been achieved by newly developed production technologies, including the coil expansion assembly, as well as by cooling of the coil and optimization of the magnet layout. The large-diameter flat motor has enabled the placement of two clutches inside the motor rotor, making it possible to curb the increase in the overall length of the product. The vehicle mountability has also been improved by using the electromechanical integration structure, in which an inverter is mounted right above the transmission.
BluE Nexus, AISIN, and DENSO will continue to develop compact, highly efficient, and low-cost products by mobilizing their strengths and know-how. The three companies will also contribute to the realization of a carbon neutral society by installing their products in electric vehicles of every description through BluE Nexus.
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Rita Has The Right Background & Expertise to Engage New PHIT Supporters
WASHINGTON, June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Long-time leader in the sports and entertainment industry, Rita Mort, has been elected to the PHIT America Board. PHIT America is the national charity dedicated to improving the physical and mental health of children. PHIT America has already helped more than 740,000 kids throughout the USA and is expanding its impact to help more kids and schools.
"The moment I met Rita I knew I wanted her on our Board," said Jim Baugh, Founder of PHIT America. "She has the knowledge and contacts we need. In order to impact millions of kids, we need to have people leading PHIT America that understand the 'not for profit' world. With Rita's passion for kids' fitness and health, she is an ideal PHIT America Board member to help accomplish our mission. Prior to founding Core Sports & Entertainment, Rita worked for global professional services firm EY for 13 years — most recently as the Americas Director of Community Engagement."
"I heard about PHIT America from fellow Board Member, Mike Lettieri. We both agreed PHIT America has a fabulous mission and approach to help improve kids' physical and mental health," says Mort. "PHIT America goes to the 'roots' of physical activity to make sure more kids are active, fit and healthy. Ninety percent of USA kids are not active to CDC physical activity standards. In a study by UNICEF, US kids are ranked last in physical health. PHIT America's programs are impactful and I aim to secure more support from companies and celebrities to help expand PHIT America school programs throughout the US."
PHIT America is a non-profit organization, established in 2013, leading a national 'Movement' to greatly improve the physical and mental health of 50 million children in the USA, with a plan to beat the Inactivity Pandemic. All data and research sources can be found at IP.PHITAmerica.org. PHIT America is led by Sports Industry and Tennis Industry Hall of Fame Inductee, and former President of Wilson Sporting Goods, Jim Baugh. For more information, visit PHITAmerica.org.
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LONDON (AP) — The British monarchy’s publicly-funded spending rose by 17% to 102.4 million pounds ($124 million) in the past year, with the renovation of Buckingham Palace taking up a large part of the expenses, royal accounts published Thursday showed.
The palace’s annual Sovereign Grant report showed that royal spending went up by 14.9 million pounds compared to the previous year.
Critics described the spending as excessive amid Britain’s cost-of-living crisis.
Property maintenance accounted for a big chunk of the spending — about 64 million pounds — because of a 10-year project to overhaul pipes, wiring and electricals at Buckingham Palace.
Costs for official tours also went up, as the royals returned to making overseas visits after the lifting of coronavirus restrictions.
The most expensive official royal tour in the past year was the trip taken by Prince William and his wife, Kate, to the Caribbean in March that cost about 226,000 pounds.
The trip, meant to boost Commonwealth ties, was instead marred by protests, calls for slavery reparations, and photo opportunities criticized as a throwback to colonialism.
The Sovereign Grant is public funding to support the official duties of Queen Elizabeth II and other costs such as official travel, staff for working royals and the upkeep of occupied palaces.
The amount of the grant — 86.3 million pounds in 2021-22 — is based on a proportion of profits from the Crown Estate, a vast collection of property across the U.K. The amount is equivalent to costing 1.29 pounds per person in the country.
Britain’s royals also have other sources of income, including from tourists paying to visit royal palaces.
The Daily Mirror tabloid questioned the royal spending on its front page with a headline reading: “£100M for the royals? Record payout for The Firm as nation feels pinch.” And anti-monarchy campaign group Republic said the expenditure was too much.
“As always, while the rest of us face a cost-of-living crisis and continued squeezes on public services, the royals walk off with hundreds of millions of pounds of taxpayers’ money,” the group’s chief executive Graham Smith said.
Palace officials have said Prince Charles and the royal family pay close attention to rapidly soaring living costs and are “extremely conscious” of the crisis.
The annual financial report was published amid heightened scrutiny of Charles’ finances, with recent news reports claiming the heir to the throne had been given millions of pounds in cash in a suitcase and carrier bags by the former prime minister of Qatar.
The Sunday Times reported the prince was given a total of 3 million euros ($3.2 million) by Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani. Charles’ office said the donations were “passed immediately” to one of the prince’s charities and that “appropriate governance” was carried out.
The newspaper did not allege that anything illegal was done, and Charles’ office denied any wrongdoing.
Still, Charles’ spokespeople said Wednesday: “that is then and this is now,” stressing he would never again handle large cash donations.
“For more than half a decade, with the situation as it has evolved, this has not happened and it would not happen again,” a palace official who was not named in line with palace policy told British media.
London police are investigating a separate allegation that people associated with another of the prince’s charities, the Prince’s Foundation, offered to help a Saudi billionaire secure honors and citizenship in return for donations. Clarence House has said Charles had no knowledge of any such offer.
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Pringles finds spider doppelganger and rallies fans to help get it officially recognized as the 'Pringles Spider'
BATTLE CREEK, Mich., June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- One look at this incredible spider and it hits you – that spider looks JUST like the Pringles® logo. Once you see it, you can't unsee it – the slanted hairline, the beady eyes and even that signature 'stache – the resemblance is unCANny.
Pringles can't simply sit back and do nothing when there is something in the wild this WILD – this natural phenomenon must be addressed. That's why Pringles wants to put this little-known Kidney Garden Spider on the map and officially recognize it forevermore as the Pringles Spider.
To make it happen, Pringles is rallying fans to sign its petition to the arachnid community to get this 8-legged wonder officially recognized as the Pringles Spider in all its Pringles-parading glory. If efforts are officially recognized by the arachnid community, Pringles will even give away free Pringles to celebrate the recognition and making snack and spider history.*
"In 1968 the world was introduced to the iconic Pringles can and logo, but little did we know there was a creature amongst us who was unknowingly spreading the Pringles love," said Mauricio Jenkins, U.S. marketing lead for Pringles. "We're thrilled to rally fans to help us recognize this spectacular spider, and welcome it into the Pringles family."
Craving more spider fun? Starting June 28, Pringles is letting fans "adopt" their very own virtual Pringles Spider. See details on how to get yours at PringlesSpider.com.
To join Pringles in their efforts to make the Pringles Spider official and to adopt a spider of your own, visit PringlesSpider.com. Follow @Pringles on your favorite social media platform for updates on the valiant effort to recognize this small, but mighty, brand ambassador.
At Kellogg Company (NYSE: K), our vision is a good and just world where people are not just fed but fulfilled. We are creating better days and a place at the table for everyone through our trusted food brands. Our beloved brands include Pringles®, Cheez-It®, Special K®, Kellogg's Frosted Flakes®, Pop-Tarts®, Kellogg's Corn Flakes®, Rice Krispies®, Eggo®, Mini-Wheats®, Kashi®, RXBAR®, MorningStar Farms® and more. Net sales in 2021 were nearly $14.2 billion, comprised principally of snacks as well as convenience foods like cereal, frozen foods, and noodles. As part of our Kellogg's® Better Days ESG strategy, we're addressing the interconnected issues of wellbeing, climate and food security, creating Better Days for 3 billion people by the end of 2030. Visit www.KelloggCompany.com.
*Abbreviated Terms & Conditions. Begins 6/27/22 at 10:00:00 AM (ET) and ends 10/31/22 at 7:59:59 AM (ET) ("Qualification Period"). There are 1,500 Gifts available in this Offer and will be awarded to the first 1,500 eligible participants to sign the petition provided the Activation Requirement is met. Limit 1 Gift per household. Open to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and District of Columbia who are 18 years of age or older at the time of participation. For details on how to participate, Activation Requirement and complete terms and conditions, go to PringlesSpider.com. Subject to complete terms and conditions. Void where prohibited. Sponsor: Kellogg Company, One Kellogg Square, Battle Creek, MI 49016.
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LAS VEGAS (AP) — Nevada boxing regulators on Tuesday called the death of a University of Nevada, Las Vegas student after he fought in a fraternity charity boxing match last November a tragedy and branded the event “an illegal fight.”
But they said they lacked authority then or now to take criminal action in the case.
“It’s clear now that regulations and statutes were violated, and a man died,” Nevada Athletic Commission member Anthony Marnell III said as the five-member panel received a 158-page report from the state attorney general about the death of 20-year-old UNLV student Nathan Valencia.
The report concludes that a police department statement last December that no crime had been committed was too definitive and “premature.”
“This statement completely foreclosed the possibility of any future prosecution — regardless of any additional investigative findings,” it said.
“This was an underground fight … an illegal fight, and somebody died,” Marnell said after referring to strict rules about safety, training, equipment, medical care, insurance and referee requirements that would have had to be followed if the commission was in charge. “This can’t happen again.”
A key loophole in state law exempted from commission oversight competitions “exclusively” involving students and conducted by schools, colleges, universities and associated organizations.
Commission Chairman Commission Chairman Stephen J. Cloobeck last December invoked authority to close that loophole and require written commission permission for future charity contests or exhibitions.
Valencia died at a hospital four days after the match sponsored by school-sanctioned fraternity Kappa Sigma. The Clark County coroner ruled his death a homicide — a finding that did not call it a criminal act.
With Valencia family members in the audience, Cloobeck on Tuesday berated and accused Las Vegas police, Clark County prosecutors and event venue representatives of inaction. He also unleashed an expletive-laced commentary about political divisiveness.
“This is a young man’s death that didn’t have to happen,” Cloobeck said, mourning the emotional toll Valencia’s death had on his family, the community and others involved in the annual Kappa Sigma Fraternity “Fight Night” at an off-campus arena.
Still, the commission took no official action as it accepted the report. The document offered three “key findings” about the limits of police involvement and concluded that neither the Athletic Commission nor any regulatory body had the authority to prosecute criminal infractions.
Las Vegas police were not called about Valencia’s injuries until four days after the charity event, Deputy Chief James LaRochelle told the commission.
The department investigated whether the venue had proper permits, but did not open a murder investigation. It concluded Valencia’s death was “not criminal and no charges will be filed.”
“We did not have criminal charges,” LaRochelle said Tuesday, adding that the department “disputes contents of” the attorney general report.
Christopher Lalli, a top administrator in Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson’s office, told commissioners that prosecutors don’t initiate investigations but would assess evidence about Valencia’s death if it is presented.
“As of right now, there is nothing that has been submitted,” he said.
Cloobeck referred to photos showing the referee ringside with a canned beverage in his hand, suggested that people drank alcohol and used cocaine during the event, and asked why police never collected boxing gloves from Valencia’s opponent, Emmanuel Aleman.
Attorney Jordan Logan, representing Aleman and his family, told the commission he wasn’t contacted by attorney general’s office investigators until April and wasn’t asked to turn over Aleman’s boxing equipment for examination.
“There was never an attempt on our part to prevent or hinder this investigation,” Logan told the commission. “We were just never asked.”
Valencia’s family has a wrongful death lawsuit pending against the university, the fraternity, the amateur referee who officiated and the venue that hosted the fight. Aleman is not a defendant in that case.
The fraternity chapter was suspended in December by UNLV and its national organization. It is no longer affiliated with the university, campus spokesman Francis McCabe said.
Lawyers representing the family did not immediately respond Tuesday to messages.
Sahara Event Center owner Daniel Corsatea and his attorney, Stephen Reid, attended the commission meeting but declined to comment citing the pending civil lawsuit.
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Normani wants to set the record straight when it comes to her motivation.
The Fifth Harmony alum alluded to some recent challenges in her life while clapping back on claims that her dedication to her music career has been put on the back burner.
"No idea where Normani's motivation (no pun intended) has gone but I just dont see the same passion from her as I used to," one Twitter user wrote in a since-deleted message, per Billboard. "Before yall start, its not depression so dont even go THERE!"
A second user claimed that it's simply "What happens when you've gotten comfortable and you're not HUNGRY anymore."
But Normani gave a fierce response on Aug. 9, tweeting back at the user to "just shut the f--k up."
Some fans also came to Normani's defense, with fashion illustrator Hayden Williams gave some insight into what the 26-year-old might be going through. "It's so interesting that people that have no clue what it's like to be in the music industry & the complexities that can come with that," Hayden tweeted, "but will dish out unwanted & rude opinions all the time smh."
Normani, who released the song "Fair" in March, went on to retweet Hayden's post, adding that those challenges are all "on top of real life s--t going on in my personal life."
While the singer didn't elaborate what she's been dealing with, her followers responded to let her know that they hope she's doing alright. Hayden replied, "Just know you have so much genuine love & support no matter what."
However, "Some transparency would be helpful," one person wrote back. "If mental health issue let them know. Ppl will speculate when you don't provide any real answers to valid questions."
Fifth Harmony disbanded in 2018, and fans have long been anticipating her debut solo album. "God, I already know," she told Bustle in June when the topic was brought up. "Status of the album? Summer for sure. Tour? Coming."
Normani has previously been candid about the struggles she faced while a part of the girl group. "So many sessions, I would cry like I've never cried before," she told Billboard in 2019, adding that she feels "responsibility" to succeed as a Black woman as she moves forward in her solo career. "There's so much that I have to get off my chest."
Read more about how she overcame feeling like an "underdog" here.
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3-year-old Mexican girl reportedly wakes up at her own funeral, dies hours later
Camila Mendoza's family claims the child had a heartbeat and was breathing while laying in her casket at her funeral in Mexico
A 3-year-old girl in Mexico was pronounced dead twice earlier this month, after it was discovered she was still breathing at her funeral.
The family of Camila Roxana Martinez Mendoza is now suing the hospital involved for negligence, according to El Universal San Luis Potosí.
Camila was taken to Salinas de Hidalgo Basic Community Hospital for dehydration on August 17. The young girl was experiencing vomiting, stomach pain and a fever.
Camila was reportedly given paracetamol and released from the hospital. But Camila's parents saw her condition deteriorate, and a private doctor urged them to re-admit her to the Salinas de Hidalgo Basic Community Hospital after his own methods had failed to help.
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Camila's mother claimed the hospital staff neglected her daughter during her second visit. She said they took a long time to give her oxygen and struggled to give her intravenous fluids.
"They didn’t put it on her because they couldn’t find her little veins. Finally, a nurse managed it," Mary Jane Peralta told El Universal San Luis Potosí.
Camila was eventually taken to a locked room where Mary could not reach her, the traumatized mother claimed. The 3-year-old girl was then pronounced dead by the hospital.
Peralta said that before Camila was taken away, she could still feel her daughter hug her.
"She still was hugging me, they took her away and told me, ‘You have to let her rest in peace,'" Peralta recalled.
At Camila's funeral the next day, Peralta noticed condensation on her daughter's glass casket cover. Peralta suggested that Camila was still breathing and was told by other attendees that she was hallucinating out of grief.
Camila's grandmother then realized that the young girl's eyes were moving. The "deceased" girl reportedly had a heart rate of 97 beats per minute.
Camila was then rushed to a hospital where she was declared dead a second time. Her heart rate dropped to 35 beats per minute in the ambulance, according to her mother.
The first cause of death was listed as dehydration, while the second was cerebral edema, or brain swelling.
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"I have no grudge against the doctors [who] went to extreme [measures]," Peralta said of the lawsuit. "I only ask that the doctors, nurses and directors be changed so that it does not happen again."
The San Luis Potosí State Attorney General's Office is currently investigating the case.
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(NewsNation) — Robert Sarver, owner of the Phoenix Suns and Mercury basketball teams, has been suspended by the NBA for one year after an investigation found he had engaged in “workplace misconduct and organizational deficiencies.”
He is also fined $10 million, which is the maximum permitted by the NBA Consitution and by-laws, the league said in a statement.
This report comes almost a year after the NBA initially asked a law firm to investigate allegations that Sarver had a history of racist, misogynist and hostile incidents.
These allegations were first detailed in an ESPN story last year. Through his legal team, Sarver denied the allegations to ESPN.
The investigation, according to the NBA, found that Sarver:
- said the N-word at least five times while he was with the Suns/Mercury when “recounting the statements of others”
- engaged in instances of “inequitable conduct” toward female employees
- made sex-related comments in the workplace
- made inappropriate comments about female employees and other women’s appearances
- engaged in inappropriate physical conduct toward male employees
- engaged in demeaning and harsh treatment of employees, including yelling and cursing
“The statements and conduct described in the findings of the independent investigation are troubling and disappointing,” NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement. “We believe the outcome is the right one, taking into account all the facts, circumstances and context brought to light by the comprehensive investigation of this 18-year period and our commitment to upholding proper standards in NBA
workplaces.”
As a result of his suspension, the NBA said Sarver cannot be present at any NBA or WNBA team facility; attend or participate in any NBA or WNBA event of activity; represent the Suns or Mercury in any capacity, or have any involvement with the business or basketball operations of either team.
In addition, the NBA said Sarver has to complete a training program “focused on respect and appropriate conduct in the workplace.”
“On behalf of the entire NBA, I apologize to all of those impacted by the misconduct outlined in the investigators’ report,” Silver said. “We must do better.”
Sarver wasn’t the only one whose behavior was probed in the report. Also substantiated in the investigation were “instances of workplace misconduct engaged in” by Suns employees not directly related to Sarver. These included instances of racial insensitivity, mistreatment of female employees, inappropriate commentary related to sex or sexual orientation, and disrespectful communications, the NBA said.
The Suns’ Human Resources function, the report found, was “historically ineffective” and not a trusted resource for employees.
However, the report also notes that most of the Suns employees who engaged in these acts are no longer employed by the organization.
“In July 2021, the organization hired a new head of Human Resources who, along with other executives, has since implemented a series of positive workplace changes,” the NBA said in a statement. Among these changes are the creation of a confidential hotline, an investigation response team, and additional workplace training.
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Calamu customers and partners benefit from flexible and streamlined purchasing options.
CLINTON, N.J., Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Calamu™, the world's first company to introduce virtual data harbors as a method for eliminating the risk of a double-extortion ransomware attack, today announced the availability of their namesake product Calamu Protect in AWS Marketplace, a curated digital catalog from Amazon Web Services (AWS) that customers can use to find, buy, deploy, and manage third-party software, data, and services to build and run their businesses.
Calamu customers and partners can take advantage of streamlined purchasing and quoting options offered through AWS Marketplace. With no additional contracts or terms to agree to, Calamu customers have the flexibility to choose popular licensing terms for fast and easy onboarding, or may request custom pricing options from Calamu directly.
"We are delighted to offer Calamu's data-first security software to AWS customers, making it easy for businesses to further secure their valuable data against theft and multi-layered ransomware attacks," said Nick Ryan, Vice President of Marketing at Calamu. "Availability in AWS Marketplace ensures flexible deployment options and makes it easy for customers to get Calamu Protect up and running fast."
Complementing existing information technology (IT) security frameworks, Calamu Protect bridges the gap between perimeter defenses and recovery solutions by addressing the growing threat of data theft and data exfiltration. Its patented technology automatically encrypts and fragments data into pieces, then scatters them across geographically dispersed storage locations, helping to neutralize any breach, exfiltration attempt, or ransomware attack by ensuring a complete file does not exist in any single location.
Integration With Cloud Daddy Secure Backup
Earlier this year, the company announced integration with Cloud Daddy Secure Backup to offer AWS Marketplace customers a feature-rich solution to protect backup data in the cloud. Further securing AWS with Calamu for Cloud Daddy Secure Backup helps ensure that data is protected against ransomware variants that specifically target backup data as a way to remove an organization's safety net.
"Thanks to our partnership with Calamu, Cloud Daddy Secure Backup now goes beyond immutability and directly protects against data theft and double-extortion ransomware attacks," says Lilly Golberg, Board Member for Cloud Daddy Secure Backup. "Calamu's availability in AWS Marketplace makes it easy for Cloud Daddy Secure Backup customers to take advantage of this integration, and rest easy knowing their backup data cannot be copied offsite and used against them."
Explore Calamu Protect in AWS Marketplace .
Calamu was founded by experts in cybersecurity and data privacy with the mission of making the cyber world a safer place. The company is pioneering the use of data-first technology to automatically mitigate the impact of a ransomware attack or data breach, whether data is stored in the cloud or on-premises. The Calamu platform enables businesses to maintain complete ownership of their data, preventing unauthorized access and dramatically simplifying regulatory requirements around data privacy and protection. For more information on Calamu visit www.calamu.com .
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Vandals destroy 76-year-old woman’s wheelchair ramp
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WCCB) – A grandmother in North Carolina is calling out the suspects who destroyed her wheelchair ramp at her home.
The 76-year-old woman, who did not want to be identified by name, told WCCB she relies on her wheelchair to get around after undergoing several surgeries.
She said she spends her days swinging in her chair, looking after her beloved dogs and minding her own business.
“I like where I’m at if people would just leave me alone,” she said.
Last week, she said her friend drove her to the store, and when she returned hours later, she found piles of debris scattered in her yard.
“I said, ’Oh my God, what happened to my deck?” she said.
It was remnants of her wheelchair ramp and deck. She quickly called police.
According to the incident report, detectives found her wheelchair ramp broken into two pieces and wooden boards broken in half. Officers also noticed tire tracks leading away from the ramp and a piece of a bumper from a truck.
The woman said she has lived there for more than 20 years and never had any problems until now. However, she says that she recently had “a problem” with one person, who she believes is the culprit.
“That’s who I really, in my heart, know that did this. But I can’t prove it, so my heart doesn’t do any good,” she said. “The thing is, they tried to hurt me, and it didn’t go their way.”
The vandalism caused about $5,000 worth of property damage. The woman hopes the person responsible will come forward.
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Additional promotions have also been announced
HOUSTON, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Quantix, North America's leading supply chain services company to the chemical industry, today announced it has promoted Alexandra (Alex) Buck to Group President, Export, Distribution Centers, Enhanced Services and 3PL Solutions.
Buck originally joined Quantix as Chief Strategy Officer focusing on growth strategy and key operational areas including safety, HR, legal, export start-up and communications. Notably, she oversaw the buildout of the company's first East Coast export facilities in Charleston and Savannah, totaling more than 1.6 million square feet.
Most recently, Buck served as President, 3PL Solutions at Quantix and spent the last year expanding the team and creating a culture of continuous improvement in order to deliver on customer needs and priorities.
"Prolonged challenging market conditions have led us to rethink how we can maximize our teams and meet the needs of our customers," said Quantix President and CEO, Chris Ball. "This leadership structure will allow for greater collaboration across these groups and position us best to win long-term. We are thrilled that Alex can provide a fresh set of eyes and work with her new managers on how to optimize our teams and provide excellent service to our customers."
Three additional promotions under Buck's direction have also gone into effect:
- Brandon Boyd has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Export Operations. Boyd is now responsible for all export duties on the East Coast and in Houston. He was previously Vice President, East Coast Export Packaging Operations. Prior to Quantix, Boyd worked for James Hardie and has over 12 years of operations leadership experience.
- Dustin Aaron has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Distribution Centers and In-Plant Services, overseeing all operations across these groups. He was previously Vice President, Commercial Warehousing & Packaging at Quantix. Aaron has been in the logistics space for over 16 years, largely serving in production planning and commercial account management.
- Steve Ebel has been promoted to Senior Vice President, 3PL Solutions. Ebel will lead the 3PL team, continuing to grow the business and manage division-related processes. He was previously Vice President, 3PL Operations. Prior to Quantix, Ebel worked in the chemical industry for more than 20 years, most recently at XPO and GXO Logistics.
Learn more at www.quantixscs.com.
Quantix is the leading supply chain services company to the chemical industry. It provides the world's largest chemical providers with end-to-end support through a nationwide network and comprehensive suite of services including transportation, 3PL solutions, distribution centers, export/import, in-plant and resin enhancement services, and Eco-Recovery. Headquartered in The Woodlands, TX with over 50 locations across the U.S., Quantix is committed to providing the highest level of safety, quality, compliance and integrity across its entire operation. Learn more at www.quantixscs.com.
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ABINGTON, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- Students at Abington High School are fed up after vandals keep targeting their athletic field.
Some Abington High School baseball players spoke with Action News Monday after their field was vandalized Friday.
"I do feel disrespected," said senior LJ Wolff.
While the season doesn't start till March, voluntary workouts have already begun. Players said they take the sport seriously, with many hoping to play baseball in college.
"It's pretty frustrating when we're out here in the middle of the summer trying to get better for the season," said Pat Barrett, a senior at the school.
When Barrett saw the images on the dugout, he immediately told his coach.
"It was tough to look at," said Bill Degen, the head varsity baseball coach.
Degen said this is the third time the field has recently been vandalized. He said the field was vandalized twice towards the end of last season.
Players still talk about their field getting ripped up at the end of last season.
"It's kind of crazy because they did a lot of damage," said senior Alex Dar.
"Especially with the outfield getting vandalized, and we could get injured, and potentially lose our scholarships," added Wolff.
Parents with children who are looking to play college ball said enough is enough.
"It's disheartening when you have boys that take this so serious," said Valerie Staley, a parent of one of the players. "They come here for practice, and then they have to see this, and it's not fair to them. It's not fair to any child."
The team has a message for whoever is behind the vandalism.
"They probably thought it was funny doing whatever they want out there, and it's really not funny," said senior Matt Worek.
The school district told Action News they cleaned up the vandalism in time for practice Monday evening.
Abington Township police is aware of the latest incident and urge anyone with information to come forward.
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NEW YORK — Wall Street pointed toward declines before the market opened Wednesday after Target reported a huge decline in profits on the same day that the U.S. posts retail sales data for July.
Futures for the S&P 500 slipped 0.8% and futures for the Dow fell 0.6%.
Target slid almost 2% after reporting a nearly 90% plunge in second quarter profits as it was forced to slash prices to clear unwanted inventories.
Target warned earlier this summer that it was canceling orders from suppliers and aggressively cutting prices because of a pronounced spending shift by Americans as the pandemic eased.
The U.S. Commerce Department will release July retail sales data Wednesday, with economists surveyed by FactSet expecting modest 0.2% growth from June, when sales rose 1%.
Analysts warned major risks remain, such as surging COVID-19 cases in some countries in Asia, along with worries about global inflation and China's policies to curb infections.
“Expectations of economic growth in China and the U.S. will likely remain key to gauging recession fears. China’s ‘zero-COVID’ policy is still an important headwind for global growth,” said Anderson Alves at ActivTrades.
Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 added 1.2% to finish at 29,222.77. Australia's S&P/ASX 200 rose 0.3% to 7,127.70. South Korea's Kospi lost 0.5% to 2,521.84. Hong Kong's Hang Seng added 0.5% to 19,922.45, while the Shanghai Composite edged up 0.5% to 3,292.53.
In Europe, France’s CAC 40 fell 0.6% in midday trading, while Germany’s DAX tumbled 1.2%. Britain’s FTSE 100 shed 0.4%
In New Zealand, the central bank raised its benchmark interest rate from 2.5% to 3% as it continues trying to battle inflation. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand said domestic spending had remained resilient in the face of local and global headwinds, and employment was robust. Lower oil prices had given some reprieve from inflation, the bank said, but it needed to continue tightening monetary conditions until inflation was brought back to its target range of 1% to 3%.
New Zealand’s inflation is running at 7.3% and unemployment at 3.3%.
In Japan, government data showed a trade deficit in July for the 12th consecutive month. Soaring oil prices and the sliding yen were key factors. Japan imports almost all its oil.
New COVID-19 cases have been surging in recent weeks as restrictions on economic activities ease. Ambulances have had to circle for hours looking for hospitals that could accept patients. But domestic travel and shopping appear to be back, boosting consumption.
The market's latest gyrations came as traders cautiously reviewed mostly encouraging financial results from major U.S. retailers. U.S. stocks had their best month in a year and a half in July and the winning streak has been continuing into August, partially on hopes that inflation is easing. The latest government report on consumer prices showed that inflation essentially stalled from June to July.
The latest results from retailers show that spending remains solid, even as American consumers face the hottest inflation in 40 years. Wall Street has been concerned that higher prices on everything from food to clothing could eventually stunt the economy's main engine of growth, consumer spending.
The recent retail reports are capping off the latest round of corporate earnings, which have been closely watched by investors trying to determine inflation's impact on businesses and consumers, while trying to gauge how the U.S. Federal Reserve will react.
The central bank is raising interest rates in an effort to slow down economic growth and rein in inflation, though it risks hitting the brakes too hard and veering the economy into a recession.
The Fed in July raised its benchmark interest rate by three-quarters of a point for a second-straight time. On Wednesday, Wall Street will get more details on the process behind that decision when the Fed releases minutes from that meeting. Investors expect a half-point increase at the Fed's upcoming meeting in August, according to CME's FedWatch tool.
In energy trading, benchmark U.S. crude inched down 6 cents to $86.47 a barrel. U.S. crude oil prices fell 3.2% Tuesday. Brent crude, the international standard, lost 47 cents to $91.87 a barrel.
In currency trading, the U.S. dollar edged up to 135.08 Japanese yen from 134.22 yen. The euro cost $1.0166, down from $1.0171.
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OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Cole Irvin struck out eight and didn't allow an earned run over seven sparkling innings for his first back-to-back wins this year, and the Oakland Athletics beat the Texas Rangers 5-4 Friday night.
Ramón Laureano hit a go-ahead homer on a full-count with two out in the fifth, then Seth Brown added a two-run drive later that inning for the A's against Texas right-hander Spencer Howard (1-2).
Irvin (5-7) retired the initial nine Rangers batters in order before Marcus Semien's leadoff single in the fourth against his former club. Adolis García hit a tying RBI single three batters later — then he was thrown out on the bases.
Irvin, who gave three hits, exited to a warm ovation after allowing his lone walk of the night to Leody Taveras to begin the eighth. Nathaniel Lowe homered in the ninth and Josh Smith hit an RBI single as the Rangers threatened against closer Lou Trivino, who was pulled for A.J. Puk with two outs.
Puk hit Kole Calhoun to load the bases before getting Semien to ground out, earning his first save.
Pinch-hitter Stephen Vogt provided an insurance RBI single in the eighth for Oakland.
Corey Seager went 0 for 3 with three left on base to have his 10-game hitting streak snapped for the Rangers, who missed a chance to win consecutive games in July for just the second time after last doing so July 8-9 against the Twins.
Both teams had a long day coming into the game.
Texas played at Miami on Thursday and won 8-0 before a cross-country flight, while the A's split a home doubleheader with Detroit.
Seager traveled to South Florida but got a breather after taking part in the Home Run Derby and All-Star Game in Los Angeles.
The Rangers have won seven of 11 from the A's this season, their best record against any divisional opponent.
GARCIA'S STROKE
Rangers manager Chris Woodward chatted with Cuban outfielder García about his approach for the remainder of the season. García was the designated hitter Friday after coming in hitting .148 with 25 strikeouts over 15 games in July, though he snapped an 18-game stretch without a home run on Thursday's two-run drive.
“This is a big second half for him,” Woodward said. “I desperately as a manager want him to be the answer. I want him to be the first guy we talk about as far as him being a winning piece to this organization. Because I just love the way the guy plays, the heart that he plays with, the way he plays outfield, the way he runs the bases, the way he cares about this team. I really challenged him.”
TRAINER'S ROOM
Rangers: RHP Dane Dunning struck out nine over five innings in a rehab outing Thursday in Arizona, allowing three hits and two earned runs with a walk. He rejoined the team in Oakland and is eligible to be activated from the injured list Monday after being sidelined by a right ankle impingement. He is penciled in to start Tuesday at Seattle.
Athletics: RHP Dany Jiménez, who went on the 15-day injured list June 21 with a strained pitching shoulder, is set to throw a 25-pitch bullpen session Saturday, with the plan for him to face A's hitters Tuesday. ... RHP Frankie Montas reported “normal soreness” from his three-inning start Thursday against Detroit after missing two starts with inflammation in his pitching shoulder. “Frankie should be ready to go,” manager Mark Kotsay said.
ROSTER MOVES
Oakland recalled RHP David McKay from Triple-A Las Vegas and optioned RHP Domingo Tapia to Las Vegas. LHP Zach Logue returned to Las Vegas after starting Game 1 of the doubleheader as 27th man.
UP NEXT
LHP Taylor Hearn (4-6, 5.78 ERA) pitches the middle game of the series Saturday having made quality starts his last two times against the A's. Oakland counters with RHP James Kaprielian (1-5, 5.09), making his third start of the year vs. Texas but yet to notch a decision.
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SALISBURY, Md., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of a commitment to combat food insecurity, Perdue Farms has delivered a $25,000 grant to support the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore school backpack program and 10,000 pounds of nutritious chicken products to feed food insecure families in rural Virginia.
The grant from the Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation, the company's charitable giving arm, and donation of chicken are part of the company's Delivering Hope to Our Neighbors® initiative focused on improving quality of life and building strong communities.
"For 40 years, the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore has pursued a mission of leading the effort to eliminate hunger in our community," said Christopher Tan, president and CEO of the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore. "We're grateful to partners like Perdue Farms who provide the necessary nutrition and financial support to help us feed those in need in our community."
The service area of the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore spans 4,745 square miles and includes the cities of Suffolk, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Portsmouth and Franklin and the counties of Southampton, Northampton, Sussex, Isle of Wight and Accomack. Since its incorporation in 1981, more than 360 million meals have been distributed to those facing hunger. In the past five years, an average of 15 million meals have been distributed to more than 160,000 people each year.
"Our BackPack Program provides food-insecure children with nutritious and easy-to-prepare food at times when other resources are not available, such as weekends and school vacations," said Tan. "Backpacks containing six healthy, child-friendly meals are discreetly handed out to the participating children at each distribution."
The Foodbank backpack program serves roughly 3,600 children across 65 schools, seven of which are on the Eastern Shore. It provides 16,524 meals for 152 children attending public elementary schools in the region. These nutritious meals for the children allow caregivers to stretch their household budgets far enough to eliminate some of the impossible choices they must otherwise make between rent/mortgage, heat, electricity, transportation costs, medicine, doctor visits and groceries, according to Tan.
Kim Nechay, executive director of the Perdue Foundation, praised the work of Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore.
"Backpack food delivery programs are an important cornerstone program of the Foodbank's efforts to address childhood hunger," she said. "We believe none of our neighbors should go hungry so helping provide food each weekend to children facing food insecurity through this wonderful program is a meaningful investment."
The Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation, the charitable giving arm of Perdue Farms, was established in 1957 by company founder Arthur W. Perdue and is funded through the estates of Arthur W. Perdue and Frank Perdue. As part of our belief in supporting the communities where and with whom we do business, the Foundation provides grants on behalf of Perdue Farms in communities where large numbers of our associates live and work. At Perdue Farms, we believe in responsible food and agriculture®.
We're a fourth-generation, family-owned, U.S. food and agriculture company. Through our belief in responsible food and agriculture, we are empowering consumers, customers, and farmers through trusted choices in products and services.
The premium protein portfolio within our Perdue Foods business, including our flagship PERDUE® brand, Niman Ranch®, Panorama Organic Grass-Fed Meats®, Coleman Natural®, and Yummy®, as well as our pet brands, Spot Farms® and Full Moon®, is available through various channels including retail, foodservice, club stores and our direct-to-consumer website, PerdueFarms.com.
Perdue AgriBusiness is an international agricultural products and services company.
Now in our company's second century, our path forward is about getting better, not just bigger. We never use drugs for growth promotion in raising poultry and livestock, and we are actively advancing our animal welfare programs. Our brands are leaders in no-antibiotics-ever chicken, turkey, pork, beef, and lamb, and in USDA-certified organic chicken and beef. Learn more at Corporate.PerdueFarms.com.
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MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Because there weren’t any active birth centers in Alabama, the state repealed its rules regulating those centers in 2010 as part of the Red Tape Reduction Act.
But now, the Alabama State Department of Public Health wants to reinstate those regulations.
At a hearing Thursday, midwives said the rules are antiquated.
“Reviving a 35-year-old document is lazy and a bad idea. There is so much to change, it is obvious why it was repealed in 2010,” licensed midwife Nancy Megginson said.
Megginson, who has been a midwife for the last three years in Alabama, was previously a nurse who had spent eight years in the field, five of which were spent in labor and delivery. She said many of the document’s definitions are outdated with current medical practice.
“Toxemia, being defined as pre-eclampsia for many years now. The National Association of Childbearing Centers has been American Association of Birth Centers since 2005. And the immediate post-partum recovery time is no longer one hour, but two hours,” she said.
Dr. Stephanie Mitchell, who runs Birth Sanctuary Gainesville, said the regulations could threaten the operation of centers in rural areas.
“You can see the map here, but basically you’re seeing in Sumter County we don’t have access. It’s a health care desert. I am here, I am available. We are in an emergency situation and it’s clear from everyone’s words today that these proposed rules and regulations are inappropriate,” Mitchell said.
Sharon Holley, vice president of the American College of Nurse Midwives for Alabama who also teaches nurse-midwifery at UAB, said her graduates wouldn’t be eligible to work in a birth center under the regulations, which require a year of labor and delivery or newborn ICU experience.
“We don’t need them leaving the state, which is what they’re all doing. We need them here where the crisis is terrible,” Holley said.
Many raised concerns that the proposal didn’t include input from midwives themselves. Health Department officials said that although they did not consult the Alabama Board of Midwifery, they also sought input from the regulatory boards governing the licensing of certified nurse midwives.
The deadline for submitting more comment to the department is Sept. 2.
Alabama had the fifth highest infant morality rate in the nation, as well as the third highest maternal mortality rate in 2020, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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VANCOUVER, BC, July 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In the face of many fears from the market due to accelerating inflation, recessionary concerns, etc., FX168 Financial Group invited elites and experts in the industry in various economics and investment fields to hold the Vancouver International Financial Summit (VIFS) 2022 at JW Marriot Parq Hotel on September 2 to 3. A number of investment experts will share with investors investment strategies in a stagnant and rising environment, the impact of the global supply chain crisis and hedging strategies, the interpretation of relevant economic data, and whether the Bank of Canada is entering a continuous interest rate hike channel. The summit is open to the general public free of charge (if registration is completed before August 1), allowing more people interested in the financial sector to discuss the next investment trends and opportunities with experts at close as well as facilitating the public understanding of correct and safe investment values.
The Canadian dollar rose strongly in the first half of this year amidst dramatic volatility, riding high among the major non-US currencies and second only to the US dollar among G10 currencies. As of July 1, USD/CAD rose 1.38% this year, hitting a high of 1.3078 and a low of 1.2402 during the year, and now trades slightly below the 1.29 handle.
The reasons for this are mainly attributed to the strong recovery of the Canadian economy from the pandemic, the hawkish stance of the Bank of Canada, rising oil prices and the strong economic performance of neighboring US. However, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) capital markets department also predicted in the middle of the year that the strength of the U.S. dollar has not yet ended, the Canadian dollar will shock down. Katherine Judge, an economist at the bank, said, "The Canadian dollar is likely to weaken further in 2023 as global growth slows, as interest rate hikes weigh on economic activity, which will depress commodity prices and weaken nominal exports from Canadian natural resource producers." The bank expects the Canadian dollar to begin depreciating significantly by early 2023.
While the USD's dominance is expected to continue, the Canadian dollar has proven that it is more closely tied to the U.S. dollar than other G10 currencies. Heading into the second half of the year, the Canadian dollar remains the second-best performing G10 currency in 2022, behind the top-ranked U.S. dollar.
For more information, please visit the event website at vifs2022.com, or email pr@fx168group.com for sponsorship.
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Have You Seen this Stolen Side-By-Side from Cocagne, New Brunswick?
Side-By-Side Stolen
The Richibucto RCMP is investigating the theft of a side-by-side vehicle in Cocagne, New Brunswick on June 15, 2022. Police are asking the public to provide any relevant information about the incident.
Officials said the side-by-side was stolen in the early morning hours from a residence on Route 535 around 4 a.m. on Wednesday June 15. It was parked outside of the home in a garage.
Two Suspects Stole the Vehicle
Police said two suspects entered the garage and took the vehicle after walking onto the property through the backyard. One of the the two suspects drove the vehicle away from the home while the other suspect followed them in a different vehicle. The side-by-side was last seen on Route 535 traveling southbound.
Side-By-Side Description
Police provided a description and a photo. The off-road vehicle is described as a 2019 CF Moto Z Force 1000. The color is red and black. The New Brunswick license plate number is YC 6324. The vehicle identification code (VIN) is LCELV1Z44K6000237.
Crime Stoppers
Contact the Richibucto RCMP at 506-523-4611 if you have any information related to the theft of the side-by-side in Cocagne, New Brunswick. If you’ve seen the vehicle since June 15, reach out to police with the details. You can remain anonymous by using Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Download the secure P3 Mobile App, or by Secure Web Tips at www.crimenb.ca.
News Updates
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The most comprehensive accounts payable automation integration for SAP Business Suite, SAP ECC, SAP R/3, and SAP S/4HANA.
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stampli, the industry-leading Accounts Payable (AP) Automation software, today announces its enhanced enterprise resource planning (ERP) integrations for SAP Business Suite, SAP ECC, SAP R/3, and SAP S/4HANA.
The comprehensive integration means that mutual enterprise customers performing any manual invoice or payment process in SAP ERP – can now be optimized with Stampli's AP Automation software.
Stampli's integration with SAP ERP is seamless as the bi-directional sync pushes and pulls data in real-time to ensure both systems are one and the same, including:
- Purchase Orders (POs) & Receiving Information
- Vendor Lists, General Ledgers (GLs) & Cost Center
- Item Types & Custom Fields
- Invoice Data & Payment Data, and More
"We are thrilled to strengthen our SAP ERP partnership to enhance invoice and payment processes for enterprise businesses, helping them control and streamline AP, all the while maintaining their existing SAP ERP investment and maintaining SAP ERP as their source of truth," shared Eyal Feldman, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder at Stampli. "Developing fully automated and deep integrations for SAP ERP with real-time PO and receiving data is one of the many things that differentiates Stampli from its competitors."
The Stampli AP Automation integration for SAP ERP is available. For more information on the integration or to schedule a demo, visit our website here.
Stampli currently has United States office locations in Mountain View, California, and Nashville, Tennessee, and internationally in Tel Aviv, Israel, and Kiev, Ukraine. Stampli was most recently recognized in G2's 2022 Best Software Awards for "Best Software Products," "Best Accounting & Finance Products," "Best Mid-Market Products," and "Highest Satisfaction Products." Stampli also earned recognition as "The Best AP Solution for 2022" in the FinTech Breakthrough Awards; named on the "Top Fintech Companies of 2021" list by CB Insights; designated one of the "Top 50 Most Promising Startups in Israel" by CTech; named "The Best AP Automation Company in the USA" from New World Report; earned top marks by Comparably for "Best Company Outlook," "Best Company Work-Life Balance," "Best CEO," "Best Company for Women," "Best Company for Diversity," and "Best Company Culture."
Stampli is a complete AP Automation platform that brings together accounts payable communications, documentation, corporate cards, and payments all in one place, allowing AP to have full control and visibility over corporate spending. By centering communications on top of the invoice itself, AP departments collaborate and communicate better with approvers, vendors, and anyone else involved with purchases, allowing approvals to happen 5x faster.
In addition, Stampli's AI, Billy the Bot, learns an organization's unique patterns to simplify GL-coding, automate approval notifications, identify duplicate invoices, and reduce time spent on manual data entry. Stampli's flexible platform fits seamlessly into any existing processes and integrates with financial systems, including NetSuite, Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, and more. For more information, visit www.stampli.com.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The first flights of infant formula from Europe, authorized by President Joe Biden to relieve a deepening U.S. shortage, will arrive in Indiana aboard military aircraft this weekend, the White House announced Friday.
The White House says 132 pallets of Nestlé Health Science Alfamino Infant and Alfamino Junior formula will leave Ramstein Air Base in Germany and arrive in the U.S. this weekend. Another 114 pallets of Gerber Good Start Extensive HA formula are expected to arrive in the coming days. Altogether about 1.5 million 8-ounce bottles of the three formulas, which are hypoallergenic for children with cow’s milk protein allergy, will arrive this week.
While Biden initially requested that the Pentagon use commercially chartered aircraft to move the formula from Europe to the U.S., the White House said no commercial flights were available this weekend. Instead, U.S. Air Force planes will transport the initial batch of formula.
The Biden administration has dubbed the effort “Operation Fly Formula," as it struggles to address nationwide shortages of formula, particularly hypoallergenic varieties, after the closure of the country's largest domestic manufacturing plant in February due to safety issues.
U.S. regulators and the manufacturer, Abbott, hope to have that Michigan plant reopened next week, but it will take about two months before product is ready for delivery. The Food and Drug Administration this week eased importation requirements for baby formula to try to ease the supply crunch, which has left store shelves bare of some brands and some retailers rationing supply for parents nervous about feeding their children.
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Objective: to clinically validate efficacy of a new form of immunotherapy utilizing CAR-T cells to target multiple difficult-to-treat tumors
PARIS, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mnemo Therapeutics, a biotechnology company developing transformational immunotherapies, today announced the kick-off of their participation in the prestigious Hospital-University Research in Health (RHU) program. Designed by France's National Research Agency, the RHU funding supports cutting-edge research and cross-institutional collaborations, bringing together academia, businesses, and hospitals to push the boundaries of what is possible in healthcare.
In December of 2021, 17 proposals were selected for the RHU funding. Among them, receiving close to 10 million euros, is the EpCART project. Under the leadership of Sebastian Amigorena, Ph.D., one of Mnemo's scientific co-founders and head of the Immune Responses and Cancer Team at Institut Curie, the EpCART project aims to clinically validate a novel approach to CAR-T immunotherapy.
"We are honored to be named a laureate for this prestigious initiative and work alongside our long-standing partners at Institut Curie, as well as the MEARY Cell and Gene Therapy Center at Saint-Louis Hospital, AP-HP," said Mnemo CEO, Robert LaCaze.
The EpCART project focuses on epigenetic reprogramming of CAR-T cells. Through the inactivation of SUV39H1, a key enzyme in the differentiation pathway of T cells, the memory phenotype of these cells can be greatly increased. This works to achieve long-lasting tumor control, addressing patient relapse.
"Current immuno-oncology therapies often suffer from immune-cell memory loss, causing therapies to become less active and persistent in their ability to attack cancer cells over time," said Dr. Amigorena. "The EpCART project mines insights into the memory of the immune system to overcome this challenge and produce a new class of CAR-T therapies with enhanced memory and persistence. We believe this will drive more durable responses for cancer patients."
Over the next five years, the EpCART project will seek to clinically validate this technology as an autologous therapy. Mnemo will work in collaboration with the other EpCART partners to conduct a Phase I-II clinical trial, investigating the activity of these innovative CAR-T therapies in a cohort of 35 patients with difficult-to-treat solid tumors.
The EpCART project will accelerate research on Mnemo's EnfiniT Discovery Engine, an integrated drug discovery tool combining key technologies to create lasting immune memory, identify novel cancer-specific targets, and more.
"Today is an exciting step in our journey to develop transformational immunotherapies with the aim of improving the body's ability to detect, fight, and overcome cancer," said Mnemo Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer, Alain Maiore. "We are truly honored to collaborate with such esteemed partners and look forward to the fruits of this initiative."
About Mnemo Therapeutics
Mnemo is developing transformational immunotherapies to improve the body's ability to fight and overcome cancer. Integral to Mnemo's approach is the EnfiniT Discovery Engine, composed of key technologies that work to identify novel cancer-specific antigens and enhance immune cells' memory and persistence. Mnemo will harness these technologies with multiple modalities across a range of oncology indications, engineering the future of immunotherapies to transform the lives of people with cancer. Mnemo is headquartered in Paris with an office in New York City, and it maintains state of the art laboratories in Paris, New York, and Princeton, New Jersey. The company leverages an international talent pool and global resources in its quest to create immunological cures.
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TX Fort Worth TX Zone Forecast for Wednesday, July 27, 2022
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.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs around 100. South
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows around 80.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 80s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ159-282115-
McLennan-
Including the city of Waco
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ158-282115-
Bell-
Including the cities of Killeen, Temple, and Fort Hood
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph,
diminishing to 5 to 10 mph after midnight.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph, increasing to 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ104-282115-
Collin-
Including the cities of Plano, McKinney, Allen, and Frisco
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows around 80. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A 30 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the upper 70s. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the morning, then a chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows around 80.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ103-282115-
Denton-
Including the cities of Carrollton, Denton, Lewisville,
and Flower Mound
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 108 this afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows around 80. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A 30 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs around 100. South
winds 5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny with a 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows around 80.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows around 80.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ093-282115-
Grayson-
Including the cities of Sherman and Denison
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A 40 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of showers
and thunderstorms. Lows in the upper 70s. Southeast winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the morning, then a chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ092-282115-
Cooke-
Including the city of Gainesville
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A 40 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the morning, then a chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ091-282115-
Montague-
Including the cities of Bowie and Nocona
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A 40 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of showers
and thunderstorms in the evening, then partly cloudy after
midnight. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast winds around 5 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the morning, then a chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ102-282115-
Wise-
Including the cities of Decatur and Bridgeport
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A 30 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ101-282115-
Jack-
Including the city of Jacksboro
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A 30 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast
winds around 5 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ100-282115-
Young-
Including the cities of Graham and Olney
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A 30 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs 100 to 105.
$$
TXZ115-282115-
Stephens-
Including the city of Breckenridge
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs 100 to 105.
$$
TXZ116-282115-
Palo Pinto-
Including the city of Mineral Wells
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Hot with highs around 101. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs around 100. South
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs 100 to 105.
$$
TXZ117-282115-
Parker-
Including the cities of Weatherford and Briar
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ131-282115-
Hood-
Including the cities of Granbury and Oak Trail Shores
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Hot with highs around 101. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs around 100. South
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ132-282115-
Somervell-
Including the city of Glen Rose
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 102. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows
in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs 100 to 105.
$$
TXZ130-282115-
Erath-
Including the cities of Stephenville and Dublin
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ129-282115-
Eastland-
Including the cities of Cisco, Eastland, Ranger, and Gorman
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ141-282115-
Comanche-
Including the cities of Comanche and De Leon
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ142-282115-
Mills-
Including the city of Goldthwaite
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows
in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ156-282115-
Lampasas-
Including the city of Lampasas
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows
in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ157-282115-
Coryell-
Including the cities of Copperas Cove and Gatesville
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph, increasing to 10 to 15 mph this afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows
in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph, diminishing to 5 to
10 mph after midnight.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ143-282115-
Hamilton-
Including the cities of Hamilton and Hico
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows
in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ144-282115-
Bosque-
Including the cities of Clifton, Meridian, and Valley Mills
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph, increasing to 10 to 15 mph this afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to
15 mph, diminishing to 5 to 10 mph after midnight.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows
in the upper 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph, diminishing to 5 to
10 mph after midnight.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph, increasing to 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ133-282115-
Johnson-
Including the cities of Cleburne and Burleson
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ134-282115-
Ellis-
Including the cities of Waxahachie, Ennis, and Midlothian
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ145-282115-
Hill-
Including the city of Hillsboro
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows
in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ146-282115-
Navarro-
Including the city of Corsicana
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ161-282115-
Limestone-
Including the cities of Mexia and Groesbeck
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ160-282115-
Falls-
Including the city of Marlin
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then clearing. Lows
in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. Heat index values up
to 105.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ174-282115-
Milam-
Including the cities of Cameron and Rockdale
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Humid with lows in the mid 70s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. Heat index values up
to 105.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. Heat index values up
to 105.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. Heat index values
up to 105.
$$
TXZ175-282115-
Robertson-
Including the cities of Hearne, Franklin, and Calvert
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Humid with lows in the mid 70s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Humid with lows in the upper 70s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. Heat index values up
to 105.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. Heat index values
up to 105.
$$
TXZ162-282115-
Leon-
Including the cities of Buffalo, Centerville, Jewett, Normangee,
and Oakwood
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Humid with lows in the mid 70s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Humid with lows in the mid 70s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ147-282115-
Freestone-
Including the cities of Teague, Fairfield, and Wortham
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ148-282115-
Anderson-
Including the city of Palestine
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Humid with lows in the mid 70s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Humid with lows in the mid 70s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ135-282115-
Henderson-
Including the cities of Athens and Gun Barrel City
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Humid with lows in the upper 70s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
around 5 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ122-282115-
Van Zandt-
Including the cities of Canton, Grand Saline, Wills Point, Van,
and Edgewood
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Humid with lows in the upper 70s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny with a 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ121-282115-
Kaufman-
Including the cities of Terrell, Kaufman, and Forney
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. Heat index values
up to 105.
$$
TXZ120-282115-
Rockwall-
Including the cities of Rockwall and Heath
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 101. South winds around
10 mph. Heat index values up to 107.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph, increasing to 10 to 15 mph after midnight.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 108 in the afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. Heat index values
up to 105.
$$
TXZ123-282115-
Rains-
Including the cities of Emory, East Tawakoni, and Point
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny with a 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ105-282115-
Hunt-
Including the cities of Greenville and Commerce
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A 30 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the morning, then a chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ107-282115-
Hopkins-
Including the city of Sulphur Springs
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A 40 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of showers
and thunderstorms. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast winds around
5 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the morning, then a chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ106-282115-
Delta-
Including the city of Cooper
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A 40 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of showers
and thunderstorms. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast winds around
5 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A slight chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the morning, then a chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
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Including the city of Paris
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 105.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the morning, then a chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s.
Temperatures falling into the lower 90s in the afternoon. South
winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms.
Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny with a 40 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Highs in the mid 90s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
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Including the city of Bonham
307 AM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Heat index values up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the morning, then a chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Hot with highs in the upper 90s.
South winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 40 percent. Heat index
values up to 106.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of showers
and thunderstorms. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast winds 5 to
10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny with a 40 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Highs in the mid 90s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny, hot with highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.TUESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
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San Bernardino Mountains hit with flash floods as summer downpours continue
Heavy rainfall continues to cause havoc in Southern California’s mountain and deserts, including flash flooding that forced a San Bernardino County sheriff’s search and rescue team to help seven hikers trapped near Forest Falls on Saturday.
The weekend deluge hit just over a week after historic rainfall and flooding swamped Death Valley National Park, trapping hundreds of visitors and staff members in the park due to road closures, the second major deluge that week to hit what is usually one of the hottest spots on Earth. Earlier this month, monsoonal rains and mud flows also wiped out a section of Highway 38 near Big Bear and stranded more than 200 people on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway.
That treacherous weather is expected to continue through the week.
“It’s pretty much the same pattern where you have this moisture just to the east of L.A. County that’s capable of generating slow-moving thunderstorms every day in the mountains and the desert,” said meteorologist Eric Boldt of the National Weather Service in Oxnard. “They are definitely capable of heavy rain and flash flooding, so that’s pretty much something that we have to keep an eye on every day.”
Neighboring Arizona also is being hard-hit by the strong monsoons, and flood warnings have been issued around the state through the weekend. Flood watches remained in effect Sunday in portions of southeast California, northwest Arizona and Nevada.
Also with the threat of downpours, the Southern California heat wave is expected to continue through the week, and excessive heat warnings have been issued in the Sacramento Valley and northern San Joaquin Valley where temperatures may hit more than 109 degrees.
“It’s already been hot, I know, but it’s going to get worse,” Boldt said.
On Saturday, San Bernardino County sheriff’s officials rescued a group of seven hikers, including four children, trapped after a heavy rain, according to KTLA-TV. Video of the rescue provided to the station showed the hikers crossing a rushing stream by using a rope system set up by the sheriff’s search and rescue team. No injuries were reported.
Vince Lupian, 23, of Angelus Oaks said the mountain communities along Highway 38 to Big Bear have been hammered by the fierce rainstorms for weeks.
The highway north of the Oaks Restaurant, where Lupian works as a server, has been closed since the beginning of the month after heavy rain sent mud and debris onto the roadway. In that storm, Angelus Oaks was hit with just over an inch of rain, weather officials said, which was enough to send mud flowing down from the 2020 burn scar left by the El Dorado fire.
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A child died after being infected with Naegleria fowleri, which is commonly referred to as a brain-eating amoeba.
Health officials in Nebraska believe the child became infected after swimming in the Elkhorn River.
Tests are being conducted to confirm the cause of death. If they show the child died from the brain-eating amoeba, it would be Nebraska's first known death from Naegleria fowleri in the state's history.
"Infections typically occur later in the summer, in warmer water with slower flow, in July, August, and September. Cases are more frequently identified in southern states but more recently have been identified farther north," said Nebraska State Epidemiologist Dr. Matthew Donahue. "Limiting the opportunities for freshwater to get into the nose are the best ways to reduce the risk of infection."
This type of infection is rare. According to the Centers for Disease Control, there have been just over 31 infections reported in the U.S. since 2012. Most of the people got the infection from recreational water areas, but two reported cases were linked to performing nasal irrigation using contaminated tap water.
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Shlomit Harth will help define and communicate Tenurex's revolutionary vision for correspondent banking services
TEL AVIV, Israel , Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Israeli fintech startup TenureX has appointed Shlomit Harth, board member of Meitav, and former Gartner Vice President as an Advisory board member to help develop strategy and communicate the value of the company's disruptive technology evolution to the Financial Community.
The company believes that Shlomit will play a crucial role in advising on TenureX's branding and long-term marketing strategy. Using her expertise, she is well positioned to help Tenurex shape and communicate the narrative around TenureX's "correspondent banking in a box" platform, reviving a once-moribund industry by slashing the cost, complexity, and risk of partnering with correspondent banks.
Shlomit Harth brings three decades of experience in the technology and fintech industries, including nearly 20 years as a senior executive at Gartner, where she was Vice President and Israel Country Manager. Since leaving Gartner in 2019, Harth has been an active angel investor specializing in seed-stage technology startups; she is also Venture Partner at TPY Capital.
"Getting Shlomit on board is a real coup for TenureX, especially at such a crucial early stage in our story," said Izhar Arieli, co-founder, and CEO of TenureX. "When we founded the company in 2020, we were four banking industry veterans who realized that correspondent banking was broken and had a plan to fix it. But that's only half the battle - we needed someone skilled at storytelling, with unrivaled contacts throughout the industry, and who knows how to engage financial institutions and get them passionate about the new opportunities that digital technology affords."
"At TenureX, hiring the most talented people is built into our DNA, and Shlomit stands head and shoulders above everyone else," continued Arieli. "Not only has she spent two decades building partnerships at Gartner, but she is one of only a handful of senior executives that helped define new categories of technology verticals.
"It's an open secret In the financial services industry that correspondent banking is broken," said Shlomit Harth. "The continued reliance on legacy technology makes it incredibly complex and risky for financial institutions to partner with correspondent banks and prevents them from expanding into new markets and developing new international revenue streams."
"I was deeply impressed by TenureX's technology and its vision of embedding full, end-to-end data into every transaction, making it easy for financial institutions to make intelligent, strategic, and compliant decisions. Above all, I love the chutzpah: Izhar and the team know they're doing something unique and valuable; I look forward to a fruitful collaboration and company success."
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TenureX was founded in 2020 by four banking experts with a wide variety of industry experience.
They know first-hand the frustrations and missed opportunities faced by non-bank financial institutions as they struggle to work together, and are passionate about making things simpler for everyone in correspondent banking.
The TenureX vision is to democratize correspondent banking by moving away from subjective, rigid, bilateral, relationship banking. Instead the company is building objective, streamlined, multilateral, transaction-based relationships.
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Dad shot in mouth protecting daughter from robber
PARKLAND, Wash. (KIRO) – A father in Washington is out of the hospital after being shot in the mouth defending his daughter from an attempted armed robbery.
Matthew Phillips said he was taking her to day care Friday when it happened.
“But you know what, I’d do it again in a heartbeat to protect my daughter,” he said Saturday. “Because that’s all there is to it. It’s for her. Anything.”
His sister, Chelsea Logan, said it has been an emotional time for the family.
“We got married in February and he was the ‘flower girl’ in Vegas. That’s my brother and mine’s relationship,” she said. “And if I would have lost him, a chunk of me would have went with him.”
Phillips described the incident he said he will never forget.
“As soon as I cut this corner, he came out from the back of this RV and was holding a rifle to the back window, which is where my daughter was sitting,” he said.
He says the man asked for his money and his truck. Once the man came to the driver-side door to take the money, Phillips acted and was able to get the gun away from him.
The man came back with another gun.
“And by the time I had it in gear, he was in front of me,” Phillips said. “He told me to stop. I put it in reverse, he then fired at the truck. Three rounds. One hit me and I took one to the mouth.”
Logan said if the bullet had not ricocheted, her brother likely would not be with them.
Even after being shot, Phillips wasn’t giving up.
“All I could think of was my daughter,” he said. “You’re not getting up. You’re not taking this gun.”
KIRO reported the father was able to pin the man down, and the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department was called.
“I hope that Bailey grows up and knows that her dad would give his life for her,” Logan said.
With help of neighbors, they were able to hold the attacker off until law enforcement arrived. A female accomplice also had a weapon and pointed it at deputies when they arrived, the department said in a news release.
Deputies ordered her to drop the gun and she complied, they said. Both were taken into custody.
“And to have somebody rush and come help me when I needed it, that was awesome. (My neighbor) was a good guy,” Phillips said.
Phillips said he was thankful for the help and the help of the sheriff’s department.
“My teeth will come back. My tongue will be OK,” he said.
And he was especially happy to spend Father’s Day with the one he loves most.
“I am very thankful that my daughter is still here,” he said.
Phillips will be seeing a dental specialist following the attack. Though he is likely to make a full recovery, he and his family are planning to move after the violent incident.
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RENO, Nev. (AP) — Opposition from friends, not foes, is creating potential roadblocks to President Joe Biden’s green energy agenda on federal lands in the blue-leaning, Western swing state of Nevada.
Two lithium mines and a geothermal power plant in the works in the biggest U.S. gold-mining state are under attack from conservationists, tribes and others who otherwise generally support Biden’s efforts to expedite the transition from fossil fuels to renewables.
The conflicts put a spotlight on an emerging reality as the Biden administration tries to meet its goal of having the U.S. power grid run on clean energy by 2035.
Renewable or not, the actual mining of the resources faces many of the same regulatory and environmental hurdles the government has encountered for decades when digging for coal or drilling for oil.
Whether it’s tapping hot underground water to generate electricity with steam-powered turbines or extracting lithium to make electric car batteries, the operations still must comply with laws designed to protect wildlife habitat, cultural and historical values, and guard against pollution or other degradation of federal lands.
During a recent failed attempt to overturn a Nevada water permit for a mine near the Oregon line above the biggest known lithium deposit in the nation, opponents raised some of the same concerns leveled four decades ago about some of the largest gold mines in the world.
Specifically, the Great Basin Resource Watch and others say the lithium mine will produce toxic waste. More generally, they still accuse regulators of rubber-stamping industry plans without a thorough review of the potential harms.
“Everything seems to be in the hands of the mining company,” Sarah Wochele, a mining justice organizer for the Progressive Leadership Alliance of Nevada, said at last month’s appeal hearing. “And we just ignorantly praise new technology, new technology.”
Ramped up domestic production of lithium is key to Biden’s blueprint for a greener future, a critical element for electric vehicle batteries. Worldwide demand for the lightest metal on Earth is projected to increase six-fold by 2030 compared to 2020.
The big deposit bordering Oregon where Lithium Nevada plans to begin construction in December is “vital to our national security and nation’s need for lithium to support green energy development and achieve climate change objectives,” the company said in recent court filings.
But in addition to concerns about toxic waste, the mine sits on federal land local tribes say is a sacred site where dozens of their ancestors were massacred by the U.S. Cavalry in 1865.
Another big lithium mine still on the drawing board, halfway between Reno and Las Vegas, is home to a rare desert wildflower the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed for listing under the Endangered Species Act.
Meanwhile, the geothermal power plant faces both cultural and environmental challenges in a case pending before the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.
The San Francisco-based appellate court could rule any day on a lawsuit seeking to halt the development in a high-desert oasis 100 miles (161 kilometers) east of Reno where a rare toad currently protected under the Endangered Species Act lives in the same hot springs where Native Americans have worshipped for thousands of years.
The Interior Department’s Bureau of Land Management approved Ormat Nevada’s geothermal project last November over the objections of another Interior agency, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Since then, USFWS has taken the rare step of declaring the Dixie Valley toad endangered on a temporary emergency basis — something it’s done only one other time in 20 years.
This month, the Center for Biological Diversity and the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe amended their lawsuit against the Reno-based Ormat and the Bureau of Land Management in U.S. District Court in Reno to include the April listing.
The updated version alleges both are in violation of the Endangered Species Act because they’ve failed to halt construction “despite USFWS’s unambiguous finding that the project poses an imminent and existential risk to the Dixie Valley toad.”
The government hasn’t responded yet, but the case continues in district court on a parallel track with the appellate court. And the ongoing legal battles underscore the difficulty of turning Biden’s vision of a cleaner energy future into reality.
Administration officials insist they’ve known all along that implementing their plans to slow the warming of the Earth wouldn’t be easy.
“Catalyzing the clean energy economy and seeing renewable energy projects through to completion is no small task,” said Tyler Cherry, press secretary for Interior Secretary Deb Haaland.
“Indeed, these are complex, large-scale projects that require a robust public process,” he wrote in an email July 12 to the AP in response to a request for comment.
The three-judge panel at the 9th Circuit that heard oral arguments on the geothermal case in June said they couldn’t consider the April listing of the toad because it came after the appeal was filed in January.
But the judges acknowledged USFWS had raised similar objections in earlier opinions, warning about the likelihood the geothermal plant’s operations could push the toad to the brink of extinction.
The Justice Department lawyer representing the bureau, Michelle Melton, said federal law required the bureau to consider USFWS’s criticisms but it wasn’t bound by them.
The emergency listing of the toad doesn’t change the bureau’s position that the project will have no significant impact on the tribe or the toad, she said.
“Fish and Wildlife has a different opinion,” Melton said. “It was not a surprise to BLM that Fish and Wildlife felt that way.”
Ormat Vice President Paul Thomsen said the emergency listing overstates the potential impact of the project on the toad partly because it makes false assumptions about underground faults in the geothermal reservoir it intends to tap.
“There are sufficient safeguards in place to avoid endangering the toad,” he wrote June 6 in comments to USFWS.
The 9th Circuit judges appeared sympathetic last month to some of the opponents’ arguments. But they noted that the lower court judge had weighed the pros and cons and determined the public was best served by allowing the temporary injunction blocking construction to expire 90 days after it was issued in February.
They pointed to Judge Robert C. Jones’ conclusion that the electricity produced at the geothermal plant would significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions compared to other energy production facilities and that “depriving the public of a source of carbon-free” electricity is not in the public’s best interest.
Scott Lake, a lawyer for the Center for Biological Diversity, said the benefits of renewable energy resources are “something the tribe and the center actually agree with.”
“But nothing in the record establishes a public interest in, or a compelling need, for this particular project … on a tribal sacred site and in such a way that threatens the entire existence of the Dixie Valley toad,” he said.
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WFO ALBANY Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Tuesday, July 12, 2022
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SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH
WATCH COUNTY NOTIFICATION FOR WATCH 460
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE ALBANY NY
647 PM EDT TUE JUL 12 2022
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS CANCELLED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM
WATCH 460 FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS
IN MASSACHUSETTS THIS CANCELS 1 COUNTY
IN WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS
BERKSHIRE
IN NEW YORK THIS CANCELS 2 COUNTIES
IN EAST CENTRAL NEW YORK
COLUMBIA GREENE
IN VERMONT THIS CANCELS 2 COUNTIES
IN SOUTHERN VERMONT
BENNINGTON WINDHAM
THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ATHENS, BELLOWS FALLS, BENNINGTON,
BRATTLEBORO, CAIRO, CATSKILL, COXSACKIE, DALTON, FLORIDA,
GUILFORD CENTER, HANCOCK, JEFFERSON HEIGHTS, NEW LEBANON,
NORTH ADAMS, PITTSFIELD, POWNAL, STAMFORD, WEST BRATTLEBORO,
AND WOODFORD STATE PARK.
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 460, PREVIOUSLY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM
EDT THIS EVENING, IS NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING
FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS
IN CONNECTICUT THIS WATCH INCLUDES 1 COUNTY
IN NORTHWESTERN CONNECTICUT
LITCHFIELD
IN NEW YORK THIS WATCH INCLUDES 2 COUNTIES
DUTCHESS ULSTER
THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ARLINGTON, BEACON, KINGSTON,
NEW PALTZ, POUGHKEEPSIE, AND TORRINGTON.
...AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 11 PM EDT WEDNESDAY...
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has
issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for the following counties:
Nassau and Suffolk.
from 11 AM to 11 PM EDT Wednesday.
Air quality levels in outdoor air are predicted to be greater than
an Air Quality Index value of 100 for the pollutant of Ground Level
Ozone. The Air Quality Index, or AQI, was created as an easy way to
correlate levels of different pollutants to one scale. The higher
the AQI value, the greater the health concern.
When pollution levels are elevated, the New York State Department of
Health recommends that individuals consider limiting strenuous
outdoor physical activity to reduce the risk of adverse health
effects. People who may be especially sensitive to the effects of
elevated levels of pollutants include the very young, and those with
preexisting respiratory problems such as asthma or heart disease.
Those with symptoms should consider consulting their personal
physician.
A toll free air quality hotline has been established so New York
residents can stay informed on the air quality situation. The toll
free number is 1 800 5 3 5, 1 3 4 5.
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John Collins entered this Eastern Conference opening-round playoff series against the Miami Heat hurting, as he dealt with finger and foot injuries. The Atlanta Hawks forward said he continues to find the experience painful.
“The first three games, I’ve been in a lot of pain, man,” he said ahead of Sunday night’s Game 4 at State Farm Arena. “I guess, to be frank, the Heat don’t have a polite way of playing basketball.
“So I’ve seriously been having to try to take a little bit extra measure to just try to take care of my body. Be that as it is, it’s the playoffs. So not complaining, but it’s real. So, got to get ready to do it again.”
The West Palm Beach Cardinal Newman High product said the Heat’s tactics also had him coming to the aid of second-year Hawks center Onyeka Okongwu in Friday night’s Atlanta Game 3 victory.
During the break between the third and fourth quarters, as Hawks coach Nate McMillan handled his televised interview, Collins and Atlanta assistant Chris Jent addresses the referees on behalf of Okongwu.
“The Heat were holding Onyeka as he was trying to jump in the air,” Collins said. “We were trying to explain to the official, I forgot who it was at the time, ‘that’s illegal.’
“You can’t do that, when somebody’s jumping, with two hands, and gets grabbed by the waist, that’s a foul. And again, kind of upset.”
Collins said he ultimately let it go, but then addressed it the following day at practice.
“I hate to see that type of stuff,” he said. “Somebody jumping in the air, I feel like that should be an easy one. But it is what it is.”
Missed calls
The NBA’s officiating report for Friday night’s 111-110 Heat loss cited a pair of late uncalled Hawks defensive 3-second violations, each of which should have resulted in a Heat free throw being awarded.
The first came with 56.6 seconds to play, on the sequence that featured a P.J. Tucker 3-pointer that put the Heat up 110-109, with the officiating report ruling that Atlanta’s Bogdan Bogdanovic, “is in the paint for longer than three seconds without imminently actively guarding an opponent.”
Even more significant was a similar non-call on Atlanta’s Kevin Huerter with that same score with 15.6 seconds to play. On that play, Heat guard Jimmy Butler missed a jump shot, with the Hawks’ Trae Young then converting in transition to close out the scoring.
Had the call been made on Huerter, the Hawks likely would have been forced to foul the Heat, potentially down two at that stage (after what should have been a technical free throw).
Optimistic outlook
Heat center Bam Adebayo said he is confident that Kyle Lowry will traverse his hamstring issue as expediently as possible.
“I feel like he’s going to bounce back,” Adebayo said. “He’s one of those dudes who knows how to take care of his body, he knows himself and his body. So it wouldn’t shock me if he’s back out here soon.”
Adebayo said Lowry remains a valuable influence to fill-in point guard Gabe Vincent.
“Vincent has grown throughout this whole season, especially having Kyle in his ear,” Adebayo said. “It’s made him a point guard, better player. I’m excited for Vincent. This is his moment and he’ll embrace it.
“He’s become our second-best point guard on the team. In that regard, we just take K-Low’s responsibility and just hand it to Vincent. I feel like he’s very prepared for that.”
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Wisconsin tight end Clay Cundiff dropped the ball on Saturday. Graham Mertz insists his teammate will pick it up and run with it.
MADISON – Clay Cundiff understood what he would be asked to do as he walked into the McClain Center late Saturday.
Wisconsin’s redshirt junior tight end would have to rehash his final play in the Badgers’ 17-14 loss to Washington State, a lost fumble at the Cougars’ 12 with 5 minutes 14 seconds remaining.
“I felt like I let the team down, coaches down,” he said. “Ball security is something that is a huge, huge deal here. We practice it every day.”
The hit that dislodged the ball came from the backside, after a 24-yard reception.
"On that one," head coach Paul Chryst said, "the most dangerous (place) is always going to be from behind."
Cundiff and the rest of UW’s offense never got the ball back.
“You’ve got to look at your teammates and own up to that,” Cundiff explained. “But every single one of my teammates was very supportive of me. A play like that, that happens to the best of them. You’ve got to put it behind you and look forward to next week.”
Cundiff had touchdown catches of 17 and 10 yards in the first half to help UW build a 14-7 lead. But he will remember his last play of the loss.
“Yeah, I had a good first half, but none of that will matter,” he said.
Quarterback Graham Mertz knew immediately how Cundiff was feeling. Mertz struggled protecting the ball last season, beginning with throwing two interceptions and losing a fumble in UW’s 16-10 loss to Penn State in the opener.
“I’ve lived that,” Mertz said. “He is going to lean on me and I’m going to lean on him. I know what he has been through. He is a fighter. He is going to learn from it. He’s going to make sure it doesn’t happen again.
“I’m blessed to have gone through what I’ve been through. I can share that with him.”
Mertz’s play has been solid in UW’s first two games and he enters Week 3 against New Mexico State completing 68.1% of his passes (32 of 47) for 446 yards, with three touchdowns and one interception.
Cundiff is second on the team in catches (six) and receiving yards (82). His per-catch average is 13.7 yards.
“He had a great game and then you have that one play,” Mertz said. “Obviously, for him all you think about is that one play. I’ve lived that and that’s what I told him. ‘Dude, we’re going to work through this and learn from it.’”
Cundiff’s fumble conjured memories of a play in UW’s 17-12 loss at Cincinnati in 1999. Tight end John Sigmund was called for a false start late in that game, wiping out a touchdown pass that would have given UW the lead.
Sigmund, then a junior, was devastated after the mistake. Although he was considered primarily a blocking tight end, Sigmund had a solid season. He capped it with two crucial catches on UW’s clinching drive against Stanford in the 2000 Rose Bowl.
UW hosts New Mexico State at 2:30 p.m. Saturday and it will be interesting to see how Cundiff responds.
“That is part of the process,” Mertz continued when asked about Cundiff. “When something doesn’t go your way, people can say whatever they want about you. And you’ve got to do a little self-reflection and (ask): ‘Can I handle that?’
“I know he can. He is one of the strongest dudes I know. He is going to keep fighting. He is going to be a hell of a tight end this year. He is going to keep making a ton of plays. He’s not going to stop.”
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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The Texas school police chief criticized for his actions during one of the deadliest classroom shootings in U.S. history said in his first extensive comments, published Thursday, that he did not consider himself the person in charge as the massacre unfolded and assumed someone else had taken control of the law enforcement response.
Pete Arredondo, the police chief of the Uvalde school district, also told the Texas Tribune that he intentionally left behind both his police and campus radios before entering Robb Elementary School. An 18-year-old gunman killed 19 children and two teachers behind a locked classroom door that the chief said was reinforced with a steel jamb and could not be kicked in.
Poor radio communications is among the concerns raised about how police handled the May 24 shooting and why they didn’t confront the gunman for more than an hour, even as anguished parents outside the school urged officers to go in.
Separately, The New York Times reported Thursday that documents show police waited for protective equipment as they delayed entering the campus, even as they became aware that some victims needed medical treatment.
Arredondo told the Tribune that from the hallway of the school he used his cell phone to call for tactical gear, a sniper and keys to get inside the classroom. He said he held back from the door for 40 minutes to avoid provoking gunfire and tried dozens of keys brought to him, but that, one-by-one, they failed to work.
“Each time I tried a key I was just praying,” he told the Tribune.
In the more than two weeks since the shooting, Arredondo’s actions have come under intensifying scrutiny from both state officials and experts trained in mass shooting responses. Steven McCraw, the head of the Texas Department of Public Safety, has said the school police chief, who he described as the incident commander, made the “wrong decision” to not order officers to breach the classroom more quickly to confront the gunman.
But Arredondo, who told the Tribune he believed that carrying radios would slow him down as he entered the school and that he knew that radios did not work in some school buildings, said he never considered himself the scene’s incident commander and did not give any instruction that police should not attempt to breach the building.
“I didn’t issue any orders,” Arredondo said. “I called for assistance and asked for an extraction tool to open the door.”
Arredondo has not responded to repeated interview requests and questions from The Associated Press.
Arredondo’s account and records obtained by the Times were published Thursday as law enforcement and state officials have struggled to present an accurate timeline and details. They have also made frequent corrections to previous statements, and no information about the police response has been formally released by investigators since the days that followed the attack.
According to documents obtained by the Times, a man who investigators believe to be Arredondo could be heard on body camera footage talking about how much time was passing.
“People are going to ask why we’re taking so long,” said the man, according to a transcript of officers’ body camera footage obtained by the newspaper. “We’re trying to preserve the rest of the life.”
Sixty officers had assembled on the scene by the time four officers made entry, according to the report. The two classrooms where the shooting took place included 33 children and three teachers.
Not all the victims were found dead when officers finally went inside: one teacher died in an ambulance and three children died at nearby hospitals, according to the records obtained by the Times, which included a review of law enforcement documents and video that have been gathered as part of the investigation.
The family of Xavier Lopez, 10, said the boy had been shot in the back and lost a lot of blood as he waited for medical attention.
“He could have been saved,” Leonard Sandoval, the boy’s grandfather, told the newspaper. “The police did not go in for more than an hour. He bled out.”
The records obtained by the Times offered other new details, including that the gunman, Salvador Ramos, had a “hellfire” trigger device meant to allow a semiautomatic AR-15-style rifle to be fired more like an automatic weapon, but did not appear to have used it during the attack. Ramos had spent more than $6,000 amassing an arsenal of weapons that included two AR-15-style rifles, accessories and hundreds of rounds of ammunition, according to the documents.
The Times reported that some of the officers who first arrived at the school had long guns, and that Arredondo learned the gunman’s identity while inside the school and attempted to communicate with him through the closed classroom doors.
Eva Mireles, one of the teachers who was killed, made a phone call to her husband, a Uvalde school district police officer, during the attack. The documents obtained by the Times show that Ruben Ruiz informed responders on the scene that his wife was still alive in one of the classrooms.
“She says she is shot,” Ruiz could be heard telling other officers as he arrived inside the school at 11:48 a.m., according to the body camera transcript obtained by the Times.
By 12:46 p.m., Arredondo seemed to give his approval for officers to enter the room, the Times reported.
“If y’all are ready to do it, you do it,” he said, according to the transcript.
About a week after the shooting, department of public safety officials said Arredondo was no longer cooperating with the agency and had not responded to interview requests from the Texas Rangers, the agency’s investigative unit.
Arredondo’s attorney, George E. Hyde, told the Tribune for Thursday’s story that Arredondo could not do an interview on the day the Rangers asked because he was covering shifts for his officers. Hyde said Arredondo is willing to cooperate with the Rangers investigation but would like to see a transcript of his previous comments.
“That’s a fair thing to ask for before he has to then discuss it again because, as time goes by, all the information that he hears, it’s hard to keep straight,” Hyde said.
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US officials: Griner now considered wrongfully detained
By ERIC TUCKER and MATTHEW LEE
Associated Press
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration has determined that WNBA star Brittney Griner is being wrongfully detained in Russia, meaning the United States will more aggressively work to secure her release even as the legal case against her plays out, two U.S. officials said Tuesday.
Griner was detained at an airport in February after Russian authorities said a search of her bag revealed vape cartridges containing oil derived from cannabis. Since then, U.S. officials had stopped short of classifying the Phoenix Mercury player as wrongfully detained and said instead that their focus was on ensuring that she had access in jail to American consular affairs officials.
Now, though, U.S. officials have shifted supervision of her case to a State Department section — the Office of the Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs — that is focused on negotiating for the release of hostages and other Americans deemed wrongfully detained.
“Brittney has been detained for 75 days and our expectation is that the White House do whatever is necessary to bring her home,” said Griner’s agent, Lindsay Kagawa Colas.
It was unclear what prompted the shift in Griner’s case, though President Joe Biden’s administration had been under pressure from members of Congress and others to make Griner’s release a priority.
The U.S. last week secured the release of Marine veteran Trevor Reed as part of a prisoner swap that also resulted in a convicted Russian drug trafficker being freed from prison in the U.S.
Besides Griner, another American regarded as unjustly detained in Russia is Paul Whelan, a corporate security executive from Michigan who was arrested in December 2018 while visiting for a friend’s wedding and was later sentenced to 16 years in prison on espionage-related charges his family says are bogus.
ESPN first reported the classification in Griner’s case. Two U.S. officials confirmed it on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss it by name.
Meanwhile, the WNBA announced Tuesday that it would honor Griner with a floor decal and allow the Mercury to pay her without it counting against the team’s cap. The decal will feature Griner’s initials, B.G., as well as her No. 42. All 12 teams will have the decal on their home courts starting with the season opener Friday night. The Mercury open their season at home that night against the Las Vegas Aces.
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Associated Press writer Doug Feinberg in New York contributed to this report.
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RILEY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Indiana State University is reacting following the news of five students being involved in a car crash in Riley that killed three and left two seriously injured.
In a release, the school says that the campus is grieving the tragic loss of Christian Eubanks, Jayden Musili, and Caleb Vanhooser.
Musili, 19, was a sophomore from Fort Wayne, and part of the Pathway to Blue program who enrolled at ISU this year after attending Ivy Tech Community College previously.
Pathway to Blue Director Sadé Walker called Musili a hard worker who had a positive attitude.
“His smile was infectious,” Walker said of Musili. “He worked very hard to navigate college. He was very excited about his classes and becoming a Sycamore.”
Four of the 5 victims were members of the ISU football team, and two of them died as a result. Those two were Christian Eubanks, 18, a freshman from Waukegan, Ill., as well as Caleb VanHooser, 19, a freshman from Liberty Township, OH.
Sycamores Head Football Coach Curt Mallory said simply saying these students will be missed would be an understatement.
“It is a terrible day for Indiana State football and a devastating loss for both the Eubanks and the VanHooser families,” Mallory said. “Both young men were quality individuals who were loved and respected by their teammates and this staff. To say they will be missed is an understatement. Our continued prayers and support are with their families, friends, and teammates during this difficult time.”
The two left injured reportedly have been moved out of intensive care units, but remain in serious condition. The injured individuals were Omarion Dixon and John Moore.
The football team did not practice Monday.
“My heart is broken at the loss of these three souls,” said Sherard Clinkscales, Director of Athletics. “Life is so precious, and it is very difficult to comprehend when tragic events like this happen. They will always be remembered. My heartfelt condolences and prayers go to each of their families.”
The Student Government Association released the following statement:
“The Indiana State University community is deeply saddened by the news of three Sycamores who have passed away and two severely injured in a car accident early Sunday morning. Our thoughts are with the families and friends of those involved in this tragedy. The Sycamore family is strong and here to support one another during this time of mourning. Please take care of each other.”
State Representative Tonya Pfaff (D-Terre Haute) released the following statement:
“I want to send my deepest condolences to the families and friends impacted by this horrible tragedy,” Pfaff said. “The Sycamore community has lost three bright young souls that had their whole lives ahead of them. May God bring peace to all those in mourning during this difficult time and help them cherish the memories of their loved ones.”
Counseling services are available for students, faculty, and staff at the Student Counseling Center, 217 North 6th Street on the second floor of Gillum Hall. The phone number is 812-237-3939.
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The Board's counsel will ensure second home co-ownership benefits both owners and communities
SAN FRANCISCO, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pacaso, the leading technology-enabled real estate marketplace that helps people buy and co-own a luxury second home, today announced the formation of a Government Advisory Board to shape the company's actions on housing policy, community engagement and growth.
The news was first reported by Protocol and announced in a blog post from Pacaso.
Pacaso was founded to address problems created by the traditional second home, which is often a median priced single family home that sits empty about 90% of the time. High demand for second homes caused by the pandemic and remote work have resulted in low inventory and high prices for single family homes in many destination communities.
"One significant, but less-discussed, contributor to the housing crisis is a wasteful legacy model of second-home ownership," said Colin Tooze, Pacaso's Vice President of Public Affairs. "While no company can solve this complex set of problems on its own, Pacaso offers a sustainable alternative that combines multiple families into one luxury home."
Pacaso takes up to eight buyers and puts them in one home. Those up to eight buyers were looking for single family homes in the community. Instead, they share one luxury home. This means less competition for single family homes, more spending at local businesses, and more tax revenue, according to economists at EBP who studied Pacaso's impact in five U.S. communities.
The Board's expert counsel will ensure a long-term future for second home co-ownership that benefits both second home owners and communities.
"With a diverse, bipartisan membership from current and former elected officials and regulators with deep experience addressing emerging public policy issues," Tooze added, "the Board is ideally-suited to advise Pacaso on how best to work with governments and community leaders."
"Pacaso's innovative second home co-ownership model is a value-add to communities across the United States," said Steve Benjamin, former Mayor of Columbia, SC and past President of the U.S. Conference of Mayors. "Pacaso consolidates second home demand into fewer homes, taking pressure off of housing inventory for first-time home buyers and middle class families. This is the thoughtful and sustainable approach to housing we need right now, and I'm proud to help advise the company as it works to bring this model to more communities."
The inaugural members of Pacaso's Government Advisory Board are:
- Steve Benjamin (Chair)
Former Mayor of Columbia, SC and past President of the US Conference of Mayors - Steve Adler
Mayor of Austin, Texas - Michael Hancock
Mayor of Denver, Colorado - Danny Perez
Member, Florida House of Representatives - Alexis Podesta
Former California Secretary of Business, Consumer Services, and Housing
Pacaso® is a technology-enabled marketplace that modernizes real estate co-ownership to make owning a second home possible and enjoyable for more people. Pacaso curates luxury listings with premium amenities and high-end contemporary interior design, offers ⅛ to ½ ownership with integrated financing, and, after purchase, professionally manages the home and supports seamless resale. Co-founded by Austin Allison and Spencer Rascoff in 2020, Pacaso operates in top second home destinations around the world. Pacaso has been certified as a Great Place to Work and is recognized as one of Glassdoor's 2022 Best Places to Work.
For more information about Pacaso and to view luxury second home listings, visit www.pacaso.com or download the Pacaso app for Android or iPhone. You can also follow Pacaso on social media @PacasoHomes on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube or @Pacaso_Homes on TikTok.
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NEW YORK (AP) — The three major U.S. banking regulators said Thursday they a plan to rewrite much of the outdated regulations tied to a decades-old banking law designed to encourage lending to the poor and racial minorities in the areas where banks have branches.
The stated aim of the overhaul of the Community Reinvestment Act by the Federal Reserve, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. is to “strengthen and modernize” the law and end years of uncertainty about its regulations for both the banking industry and advocates for traditionally underserved communities.
The Community Reinvestment Act was passed in 1977 to address redlining — a racist practice used by the financial industry to avoid lending to certain neighborhoods. Redlining still happens to this day, with banks large and small avoiding lending to low- income areas, even though they take money from those neighborhoods through deposits.
When the CRA was enacted, bank branches were one of the few ways to measure a bank’s presence in a community. The law was last revised in the mid-1990s, when online banking was in its infancy. But there are now banks that have zero physical branches, making it more difficult to measure what constitutes a bank's presence in a community under the law.
Under the current law, banks are assessed on how well they lend where they are physically located. That has led to a large amount of community reinvestment dollars flowing into places like Salt Lake City, a popular place for digital banks to headquarter their operations, while neglecting cities where these banks might actually be making their loans.
In addition, the law rewards banks that make mortgages and small-business loans in their communities but is murky about what other types of loans or activities can count as community reinvestment.
While banks and community groups agreed an overhaul was needed, the three bank regulators were unable to agree on how to overhaul the regulations. Under the Trump administration, the Comptroller of the Currency made its own proposal on how to rewrite the CRA. The proposal was not accepted by the Fed or FDIC, and was scrapped in the early days of the Biden administration.
“The CRA is one of our most important tools to improve financial inclusion in communities across America, so it is critical to get reform right,” said Federal Reserve Governor Lael Brainard, in a statement.
The biggest push by the new CRA regulations would be to address banks that lend nationally but do not have many branches. The part of the financial industry likely to be impacted the most by this are non-bank mortgage lenders like Quicken Loans, SoFi and LoanDepot. These companies would now have to comply with CRA regulations even though they do not generally take in deposits from local communities.
But traditional banks, which have long felt competitive pressure from non-branch banks and non-bank mortgage lenders, welcomed the new proposal.
“We’re pleased to see the proposal focus on providing banks with the clarity, consistency, and transparency necessary to continue delivering on CRA’s important mission for years to come,” said Richard Hunt, president of the Community Bankers Association, an industry and lobby group for the larger retail banks.
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Some homeowners, particularly those in sunny states, may take an interest in solar panels as a potential way to save money on their electric bills and cut down on their carbon footprint. So it’s not unusual that a person who is already looking to save money might be tempted by the many ads that populate Google and social media advertising “free solar panels.”
Several viewers asked VERIFY whether these ads were real. Christal asked if the government is giving away free solar panels. Larry asked, “Everywhere on the internet, I am seeing ads from solar companies claiming a free government program to pay for home solar systems for free. Is this true?”
THE QUESTION
Is the federal government giving away free solar panels?
THE SOURCES
THE ANSWER
No, the federal government is not giving away free solar panels. There are private companies offering to install solar panels on homes for free, but the homeowner is only renting the panels and still has to pay for their electricity.
WHAT WE FOUND
Both the Illinois Citizens Utility Board and online energy marketplace EnergySage tackle these kinds of misleading ads directly, saying there’s no such thing as free home solar panels. They say these kinds of ads are for power purchase agreements, PPAs for short, in which you rent the panels installed onto your home.
A solar power purchase agreement, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) explains, is an arrangement in which an outside developer owns, operates and maintains a solar power system, and a host customer agrees to keep the system on their property and purchase the electricity at a set rate for a set period of time.
The company arranges for the design, permitting, financing and installation of a solar energy system on a customer’s property at little to no cost, the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) specifies. The developer will then sell the power generated to the host customer at a fixed rate that is typically lower than the usual local rates. The contract usually lasts for 10 to 25 years, at the end of which the customer can choose between extending the PPA, removing the solar system or buying the system for themselves.
A company entering into a PPA benefits from the sale of the electricity the system generates and from tax benefits and other incentives awarded to the company for operating the system.
Some of the “free solar” ads refer to solar leases, in addition to PPAs. In a solar lease, the hosting homeowner pays a fixed monthly payment, $150 per month, for example, based on the system’s production.
“You’re entitled to use all the power the system produces, and you’ll probably reduce the amount of power you buy from your utility,” the FTC says. “If the system produces more power than you need and your utility uses net metering, the utility may pay you or credit your account for power the system returns to the grid. Your contract may allow your monthly payment to increase over time.”
But in a PPA, the customer agrees to pay a fixed price for all of the electricity generated, even if the customer doesn’t use all of it themselves. The price is set per kilowatt-hour (kWh).
“Unlike with a lease, you don’t pay to use the system, and don’t automatically get all the power it produces,” the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) explains. “You pay for the power the system generates, at a price the PPA provider sets. Some PPA providers say they charge a reduced rate for power because they get the tax credits and incentives.”
The FTC cautions potential host customers to carefully read the contract before signing a PPA for this very reason. “Most people will pay more over the lifetime of a solar lease than if they purchased and financed a system,” the Illinois Citizens Utility Board says.
The U.S. Department of Energy maintains several federal financial assistance programs to encourage consumers to use solar energy. While these can include tax credits and rebates, none of the programs give a person free solar panels and no-cost installation. There are some programs that may exist at the local level, such as a Washington, D.C., program that installs solar panels for households below 80% of the area median income threshold.
Solar company Unbound Solar notes that a homeowner who signs a PPA cannot claim rebates or tax credits from either the federal government or a state government since they are not the owner of the solar energy system when they install one through a PPA.
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Atlanta passenger cleared security with bag that may have held a gun, official says
By Greg Wallace, CNN
The Transportation Security Administration has started an investigation after an official said a gun may have been missed during a security check at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
A government official with knowledge of the incident told CNN that an Atlanta airport passenger might have boarded a plane on Tuesday carrying a bag with a gun.
A carry-on bag screening detected an item on Tuesday that may have been a firearm, said the official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity. The bag did not set off an alarm when it was run a second time through the screening device, and the passenger was allowed to leave the checkpoint with the bag.
TSA has not definitively identified the item and does not know the identity of the passenger.
“This is a one-in-a-million,” the official said.
What happened at the airport
TSA said in a statement “there are unconfirmed reports of a missed firearm at the South TSA checkpoint at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.”
“As a prudent security measure, TSA scanned the terminal for the passenger with the carry-on bag in question,” the statement said.
The official said TSA discovered the issue later during a routine review of screening technology images.
“By the time they saw it, the passenger was probably on a flight,” the official said.
The bag was set aside after triggering the alarm, but it was not properly moved for a more detailed hands-on screening. Officers ultimately ran it through the bag screening device again. It did not set off an alarm, which the official believes was a technological error rather than a human one.
TSA Spokesman Carter Langston told CNN the incident is under investigation.
Guns being found ‘at an alarming rate’
The agency said in its statement that its officers are finding guns “at an alarming rate at checkpoints.” Last year set a record for firearms caught at checkpoints — even though fewer people were traveling because of the pandemic.
“I think more people are carrying weapons, just generally across the country, and then whatever is happening across the country we see reflected in our checkpoints,” TSA Administrator David Pekoske told CNN in an interview at the time.
Penalties for bringing a gun to a checkpoint range up to about $13,000.
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Orlando City SC (6-4-2, second in the Eastern Conference) vs. Austin FC (7-3-2, first in the Western Conference)
Austin, Texas; Sunday, 8 p.m. EDT
FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Austin FC +110, Orlando City SC +241, Draw +247; over/under is 2.5 goals
BOTTOM LINE: A game after shutting out Toronto 1-0, Orlando City faces Austin.
Austin is 4-1-1 at home. Austin has a 2-0-1 record in games it scores a pair of goals.
Orlando is 3-1-2 on the road. Orlando has a 4-1 record in games decided by one goal.
Sunday's game is the first time these teams meet this season.
TOP PERFORMERS: Sebastian Driussi has scored seven goals and added three assists for Austin. Diego Fagundez has two goals and four assists over the last 10 games.
Ercan Kara has scored two goals with two assists for Orlando. Facundo Torres has two goals and two assists over the past 10 games.
LAST 10 GAMES: Austin: 5-3-2, averaging 1.5 goals, 3.9 shots on goal and 4.5 corner kicks per game while allowing 1.1 goals per game.
Orlando: 5-4-1, averaging 1.2 goals, 3.9 shots on goal and 4.5 corner kicks per game while allowing 1.5 goals per game.
NOT EXPECTED TO PLAY: Austin: Brad Stuver (injured).
Orlando: Antonio Carlos (injured), Benji Michel (injured), Silvester Van der Water (injured).
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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
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TX Austin/San Antonio TX Zone Forecast for Wednesday, June 15, 2022
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222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
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222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Hazy this afternoon. Highs in the upper
90s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Hazy. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming south after midnight.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to 10 mph,
becoming southeast with gusts up to 20 mph in the afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast in the afternoon.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
mid 70s. Highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s. Highest heat index readings up to 105.
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Including the city of San Antonio
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Hazy this afternoon. Hot with highs
around 100. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Hazy. Lows in the lower 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph, becoming southeast with gusts up to 20 mph in the
afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
mid 70s. Highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly
sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the
mid 70s. Highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then clearing. Hot
with highs around 100.
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Including the city of Del Rio
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds
15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.TONIGHT...Clear. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 15 to
20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds 10 to
15 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds 10 to
15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.JUNETEENTH...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid
70s. Highs in the upper 90s.
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222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Hazy this afternoon. Hot with highs
around 102. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Hazy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 102. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
mid 70s. Highs 100 to 105.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly
sunny. Hot with highs 100 to 105.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. Hot. Lows in the mid
70s. Highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the mid
70s. Highs around 100.
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222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy this morning, then becoming mostly sunny.
Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 60s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds
5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower
70s. Highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly
sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.TUESDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Highs in the upper
90s. Lows in the lower 70s.
$$
TXZ193-162030-
Bastrop-
Including the city of Bastrop
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Hazy this afternoon. Hot with highs
around 100. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Hazy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph, becoming south after
midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers with isolated
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s. South
winds around 5 mph, becoming southeast in the afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
mid 70s. Highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. Hot. Lows in the mid
70s. Highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the mid
70s. Highs around 100. Highest heat index readings up to 105.
$$
TXZ190-162030-
Blanco-
Including the city of Blanco
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 10 to
15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds
5 to 10 mph, becoming southwest after midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph, becoming southeast with gusts up to 20 mph in the
afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower
70s. Highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Highs in the upper 90s.
Lows in the lower 70s.
$$
TXZ172-162030-
Burnet-
Including the city of Burnet
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy this morning, then clearing. Hazy this
afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph, becoming south 5 to 10 mph after midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph, becoming southeast 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in
the mid 70s. Highs around 100.
$$
TXZ208-162030-
Caldwell-
Including the city of Lockhart
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Hazy this afternoon. Hot with highs
around 101. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Hazy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph after
midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers with isolated
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast 10 to 15 mph in the
afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. South winds
5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast in the afternoon.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
lower 70s. Highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly
sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot. Lows in
the mid 70s. Highs around 100.
.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly
sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ206-162030-
Comal-
Including the city of New Braunfels
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Hazy this afternoon. Highs in the upper
90s. South winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Hazy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph after
midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph, becoming southeast with gusts up to 20 mph in the
afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. South winds
10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast in the afternoon.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower
70s. Highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly
sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the
mid 70s. Highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly
sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
$$
TXZ224-162030-
De Witt-
Including the city of Cuero
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Hazy this afternoon. Hot with highs
around 100. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph. Highest heat index
readings up to 106.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Hazy. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph
with gusts up to 25 mph, becoming south around 5 mph after
midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers with isolated
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph. Highest heat index readings up to 105.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
lower 70s. Highs around 100. Highest heat index readings up to
105.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly
sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Highest heat index readings up
to 110.
.MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.TUESDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then mostly sunny with a
slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon.
Highs in the upper 90s. Highest heat index readings up to 105.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
Highs in the upper 90s. Highest heat index readings up to 105.
$$
TXZ228-162030-
Dimmit-
Including the city of Carrizo Springs
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hazy this afternoon. Hot with highs around
102. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Hazy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 15 to 20 mph, diminishing to 5 to 10 mph after midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 101. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 101. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in
the mid 70s. Highs around 100.
$$
TXZ184-162030-
Edwards-
Including the city of Rocksprings
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds
15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.TONIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 60s. Southeast winds 10 to
15 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds 10 to
15 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s.
.JUNETEENTH...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower
70s. Highs in the upper 90s.
$$
TXZ209-162030-
Fayette-
Including the city of La Grange
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Hazy this afternoon. Hot with highs
around 100. South winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast this
afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Hazy. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph with
gusts up to 20 mph, becoming southwest after midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers with isolated
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast in the afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast with gusts up to 20 mph in the
afternoon.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
mid 70s. Highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s. Highest heat index readings up to 105.
$$
TXZ219-162030-
Frio-
Including the city of Pearsall
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hazy this afternoon. Hot with highs around
102. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Hazy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 101. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in
the mid 70s. Highs around 100.
$$
TXZ188-162030-
Gillespie-
Including the city of Fredericksburg
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy this morning, then becoming mostly sunny.
Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to
25 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows around 70. Southeast winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming south after midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph, becoming southeast 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower
70s. Highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.MONDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Highs in the upper 90s.
Lows in the lower 70s.
$$
TXZ223-162030-
Gonzales-
Including the city of Gonzales
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Hazy this afternoon. Hot with highs
around 101. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Hazy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph after midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers with isolated
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast 10 to 15 mph in the
afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. South winds
5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
lower 70s. Highs around 100. Highest heat index readings up to
105.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly
sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Highest heat index readings up
to 105.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
Highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the mid
70s. Highs around 100.
$$
TXZ207-162030-
Guadalupe-
Including the city of Seguin
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Hazy this afternoon. Hot with highs
around 101. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Hazy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph, becoming southwest
5 to 10 mph after midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers with isolated
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast with gusts up to 20 mph in
the afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast in the afternoon.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
lower 70s. Highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly
sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Highest heat index readings up
to 105.
.MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the
mid 70s. Highs in the upper 90s.
.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly
sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ191-162030-
Hays-
Including the city of San Marcos
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Hazy this afternoon. Highs in the upper
90s. South winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Hazy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph after
midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph, becoming southeast with gusts up to 20 mph in the
afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast in the afternoon.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower
70s. Highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
Highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
Highs in the upper 90s.
$$
TXZ222-162030-
Karnes-
Including the city of Karnes City
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy this morning, then clearing. Hazy this
afternoon. Hot with highs around 101. Southeast winds 10 to
15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Hazy. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph
with gusts up to 25 mph, becoming south around 5 mph after
midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers with isolated
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
lower 70s. Highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then clearing. Hot with
highs around 100. Highest heat index readings up to 105.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
Highs in the upper 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the mid
70s. Highs around 100.
$$
TXZ189-162030-
Kendall-
Including the city of Boerne
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Hazy this afternoon. Highs in the upper
90s. South winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows around 70. Southeast winds 5 to
10 mph, becoming south after midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph, becoming southeast with gusts up to 20 mph in the
afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows around 70. Southeast winds
5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower
70s. Highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.MONDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
Highs in the mid 90s.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower
70s. Highs in the upper 90s.
$$
TXZ186-162030-
Kerr-
Including the city of Kerrville
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s. South winds 10 to
15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 60s. South winds 10 to
15 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s. South winds 5 to
10 mph, becoming southeast 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows around 70. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 90s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Lows around 70.
Highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.MONDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Highs in the upper 90s.
Lows in the lower 70s.
$$
TXZ202-162030-
Kinney-
Including the city of Brackettville
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 101. Southeast winds
15 to 20 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in
the mid 70s. Highs around 100.
$$
TXZ225-162030-
Lavaca-
Including the city of Hallettsville
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Hazy this afternoon. Hot with highs
around 100. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph. Highest heat index
readings up to 107.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Hazy. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers with isolated
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast 10 to 15 mph with gusts up
to 25 mph in the afternoon. Highest heat index readings up to
105.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph. Highest heat index readings up to 105.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
mid 70s. Highs around 100. Highest heat index readings up to 105.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY AND MONDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s. Highest heat index readings up to 110.
.TUESDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then mostly sunny with a
slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon.
Highs in the upper 90s. Highest heat index readings up to 105.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s. Highest
heat index readings up to 105.
$$
TXZ194-162030-
Lee-
Including the city of Giddings
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Hazy this afternoon. Hot with highs
around 100. South winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast this
afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Hazy. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph, becoming southwest
after midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers with isolated
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast in the afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. South winds
around 5 mph, becoming southeast in the afternoon.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
mid 70s. Highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s. Highest heat index readings up to 105.
$$
TXZ171-162030-
Llano-
Including the city of Llano
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy this morning, then clearing. Hot with
highs around 100. South winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to
25 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph, becoming south 5 to 10 mph after midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. South winds
5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds
5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s.
.JUNETEENTH...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT THROUGH TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in
the mid 70s. Highs around 100.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny, hot with highs around 100.
$$
TXZ217-162030-
Maverick-
Including the city of Eagle Pass
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hazy this afternoon. Hot with highs around
102. Southeast winds 15 to 20 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Hazy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in
the mid 70s. Highs around 100.
$$
TXZ204-162030-
Medina-
Including the city of Hondo
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy this morning, then becoming mostly sunny.
Hazy this afternoon. Hot with highs around 101. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Hazy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds
5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
lower 70s. Highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly
sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT THROUGH TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Hot. Lows in
the mid 70s. Highs around 100.
.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then becoming mostly
sunny. Hot with highs around 100.
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Including the city of Leakey
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 60s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds 5 to
10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the
lower 70s. Highs in the upper 90s.
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Including the city of Uvalde
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hazy this afternoon. Hot with highs around
101. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Hazy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds
5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in
the lower 70s. Highs around 100.
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222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Hazy this afternoon. Highs in the upper
90s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. Southeast winds
5 to 10 mph, becoming south after midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. A slight chance of showers with isolated
thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 90s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast with gusts up to 20 mph in
the afternoon.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. South winds
5 to 10 mph, becoming southeast with gusts up to 20 mph in the
afternoon.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid
70s. Highs in the upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Highs around 100.
Lows in the mid 70s.
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Including the city of Floresville
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly cloudy. Hazy this afternoon. Hot with highs
around 102. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Hazy. Lows in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 90s. Southeast winds
10 to 15 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly
cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 101. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND JUNETEENTH...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the
lower 70s. Highs around 100.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning, then clearing. Hot with
highs around 100.
.MONDAY NIGHT AND TUESDAY...Partly cloudy. Hot. Lows in the mid
70s. Highs around 100.
.TUESDAY NIGHT AND WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in the mid
70s. Highs around 100.
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Zavala-
Including the city of Crystal City
222 AM CDT Thu Jun 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly sunny. Hazy this afternoon. Hot with highs around
102. Southeast winds 10 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Hazy. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds around 15 mph, diminishing to 5 to 10 mph after midnight.
.FRIDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Southeast
winds 5 to 10 mph.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 70s. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Hot with highs around 100. Southeast
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.SATURDAY NIGHT THROUGH WEDNESDAY...Mostly clear. Hot. Lows in
the mid 70s. Highs around 100.
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WFO ALBANY Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Monday, August 8, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Albany NY
416 PM EDT Mon Aug 8 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of southwestern
Hamilton, western Fulton, southern Herkimer and western Montgomery
Counties through 500 PM EDT...
At 415 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
New Hartford, moving east at 40 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Ilion, Herkimer, Little Falls, Mohawk, Frankfort, Fort Plain,
Dolgeville, St. Johnsville, West Winfield, Newport, Stratford,
Middleville, Poland, Cold Brook, Jordanville, Cedarville, Oppenheim,
Fairfield, Elizabethtown and Warren.
This includes Interstate 90 between exits 29A and 30.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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4292 7520 4305 7522
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Advocate Capital, Inc. client, Eric Fong of Fong Law and his co-counsel, Ken McEwan and Emma Aubrey, obtained a $91 million verdict on behalf of their client, who was severely injured when he was attacked with a baseball bat by a convenience store robber. This verdict is the largest compensatory verdict won in the state of Washington.
When Fong's plaintiff walked into a Parkland, Washington, convenience store on November 4, 2015, he was unaware of the robbery in progress. He was not warned by the store clerk about the situation and was asked by the clerk to call 911. The plaintiff followed the robber outside and confronted the robber when they got into the plaintiff's car.
Fong's client suffered a multifocal Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and subsequent epilepsy from being attacked. Fong said, "The physical and emotional fall out from this TBI is nothing short of intense human suffering."
The plaintiff sued the company who owns the convenience store, APRO LLC because they failed to warn him of the danger and involved him in the situation by requesting he call emergency services. The store was a frequent location for criminal activity, and Fong explained that employees were often afraid at work, but corporate did nothing to help.
Fong was recently interviewed about the case on the podcast Cases That Made a Difference®. Fong stated, "...what's a company's responsibility when a criminal is acting?... In Washington, it just so happens that if you're negligent and the criminal party isn't a defendant in the lawsuit, you don't get to pass the blame off to them. You had a part in this, there can be more than one proximate cause, and we're here to talk about you. And so we won that fight."
Fong Law is located in Port Orchard, Washington. To learn more, visit www.EricFongLaw.com or call 360-876-8205.
Advocate Capital, Inc. is the premier provider of strategic financial products and accounting services for successful trial law firms like Fong Law. It has served the plaintiff bar for 22 years from its headquarters in Nashville, TN, and enjoys a client base that extends nationwide. For more information, visit www.AdvocateCapital.com or call 1.877.894.9724.
CONTACT:
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BOISE, Idaho (AP) — The Idaho Supreme Court will hear arguments in a lawsuit over the state's newest anti-abortion law in August — likely after the U.S. Supreme Court issues a ruling that could overturn the right to legalized abortion nationwide.
The Idaho Supreme Court announced Wednesday that it would hear oral arguments on Aug. 3 in the lawsuit brought by a regional Planned Parenthood organization against Idaho's new law banning abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy, before most people know they are pregnant.
The law seeks to stop access to abortions while avoiding constitutional court challenges by allowing potential relatives of the fetus or embryo to sue abortion providers for at least $20,000 in damages within four years of an abortion. The law prohibits rapists from filing such lawsuits, but a rapist's relatives could.
Planned Parenthood Great Northwest, Hawaii, Alaska, Indiana, Kentucky operates 40 health centers across six states. In its lawsuit, the organization contends the Idaho law is unconstitutional because it violates a individual's right to privacy and its enforcement mechanism violates the separation of powers.
The U.S. Supreme Court is likely to issue a ruling in a separate case in June or July that is expected to overturn the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling that legalized abortion nationwide. If Roe v. Wade is overturned, another Idaho anti-abortion law enacted in 2020 will go into effect.
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Supported by the Knight Foundation, the nonprofit library-centered platform provides all-in-one econtent management and lending
ATLANTA, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Palace Project ("Palace"), the nonprofit library-centered platform and ereader app for digital content and services, announced its official launch today.
Informed by librarians and supported by a multi-year, multi-million dollar investment from the Knight Foundation, The Palace Project is an easy-to-use platform for the management and delivery of ebooks, audiobooks and other econtent and puts libraries at the center of their communities' digital experience.
The Palace Project's open-source system empowers librarians to manage collections, hosting and circulation in a single app, while protecting patron privacy and strengthening libraries' direct relationships with their patrons. The Palace App, available for iOS and Android, allows libraries to serve all their econtent—from all major vendors including OverDrive, Baker and Taylor, Bibliotheca, and Bibliolabs—to patrons in one easy-to-use interface.
"This community-driven initiative is informed by library values, and ensures an option focused on library needs for maximizing access to econtent offerings for patrons," commented Michele Kimpton, Senior Director of The Palace Project. "Our main objective is to support the mission of public libraries by increasing equitable access to econtent and carrying the relationship between library and patron into the virtual realm."
The Palace Project team negotiates directly with publishers to make a variety of unique and flexible licensing models available to libraries via Palace Marketplace, the only nonprofit econtent marketplace. Titles from the five major publishers are offered in the Marketplace, as well as from Amazon Publishing and hundreds of independent publishers. Flexible licensing terms are available on thousands of Marketplace titles, allowing libraries to maximize their budgets and provide access to a diverse range of content beyond the bestsellers.
"California is excited about its partnership with LYRASIS and working together to make it easier for Californians to access all the ebooks they want," said California State Librarian Greg Lucas. "Ebooks are becoming more and more popular but they're also expensive. Creating a statewide eLibrary with LYRASIS ensures all Californians have access to the ebooks they want – and need."
A division of LYRASIS, working in strategic partnership with Digital Public Library of America (DPLA), and funded by a multi-year, multi-million dollar investment by the Knight Foundation, The Palace Project is committed to building and expanding a digital future for libraries and their patrons. Palace already serves more than 100 libraries, and is currently onboarding libraries in California, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Washington.
"The pandemic accelerated libraries' move to digital services to meet people where they are with equitable access to information," said Alberto Ibargüen, president of the Knight Foundation. "The Palace Project is a transformative opportunity to put librarians back at the center of connecting people to information. Having digital access to knowledge is more important than ever to build informed and engaged communities."
Drawing on the long tradition of libraries as community centers of citizenship and engagement, The Palace Project name was chosen to highlight the central role libraries play in public life and the idea of public libraries as "Palaces for the People.
The Palace Platform – Nonprofit, Library-Centered
Palace App
- Free, easy-to-use patron e-reader for iOS and Android
- No personal data is collected
- Libraries:
Palace Manager
- Libraries:
Palace Marketplace
- The Big 5 and Amazon Publishing
- Nonprofit econtent marketplace
- Flexible licensing models maximize budgets and offerings, ensure fair author compensation
Systems Implementation & Hosting
- LYRASIS:
About The Palace Project
The Palace Project is a suite of content, services, and tools for the delivery of ebooks, audiobooks, and other digital media to benefit public libraries and their patrons. Funded by a multi-year, multi-million dollar investment from the Knight Foundation, The Palace Project is a division of LYRASIS, working in strategic partnership with Digital Public Library of America (DPLA).
About LYRASIS
LYRASIS is a global, non-profit membership organization whose mission is to support enduring access to the world's shared academic, scientific, and cultural heritage through leadership in open technologies, content services, digital solutions, and collaboration with archives, libraries, museums, and knowledge communities worldwide. LYRASIS organizational and staff values are communication, respect, collaboration, impact, and service. To learn more, visit www.lyrasis.org.
DIGITAL PUBLIC LIBRARY OF AMERICA (DPLA)
Media Contacts:
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Nonprofit organizations will collaborate, share resources, expand reach to deliver local news across the region and state
BALTIMORE, May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Baltimore Banner, a multi-platform news organization established by The Venetoulis Institute for Local Journalism, and Your Public Radio (WYPR) 88.1FM, Baltimore's NPR news station, today announced a joint operating agreement that will allow the nonprofit organizations to work collaboratively to deliver quality journalism across the state.
Your Public Radio is an independent community licensee and a top-ranking news/talk station in the market airing local, national and international radio content. WYPR excels in local programming and journalism through outstanding shows like Midday and On the Record as well as its award-winning newsroom. With signals in Baltimore (WYPR 88.1 FM), Frederick (WYPF 88.1 FM) and Ocean City (WYPO 106.9 FM), the station also produces and distributes award-winning local podcasts through its Your Public Studios including favorites like The Daily Dose, The Maryland Curiosity Bureau, Essential Tremors, as well as newly added Local Color, The Bounce and Wavelength. Recently, in November 2021, Your Public Radio acquired WTMD 89.7 FM, preserving WTMD's license, music discovery format and community connection to local artists, musicians and music lovers.
"We are excited to partner with WYPR, an NPR news Member station, with a long history demonstrating the principles and values we share at The Baltimore Banner," said Imtiaz Patel, chief executive officer of The Venetoulis Institute for Local Journalism. "Our goal is to strengthen Baltimore's local reporting, growing our coverage statewide. This partnership is a force multiplier for both organizations to expand our coverage and bring the very best local news to the region and state. We can't imagine a better partner than LaFontaine and the WYPR family to serve the varied needs of Baltimore's communities and have a positive impact."
About The Baltimore Banner
Sign up for email updates and a free newsletter at www.thebaltimorebanner.com.
About Your Public Radio
Your Public Radio serves Baltimore, Central Maryland and beyond. NPR station WYPR was founded in 2002 by local community members. It is an independent licensee with a diverse Board of Directors consisting of Maryland residents. In addition to airing national and international radio features, WYPR excels in local programming including its news, public affairs and cultural programs, and in 2021, Your Public Radio acquired WTMD 89.7 FM, preserving its award-winning music discovery format and expanding Your Public Radio programming for the community. WYPR is located at 88.1 FM on the radio dial and at 2216 N. Charles Street in Baltimore. WTMD is located at 89.7 FM on the radio dial and at 1 Olympic Plaza in Towson. As listener-supported radio stations, all contributions to the stations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. For more information, visit www.wypr.org or www.wtmd.org.
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Rick Abbruzzese
410-790-5002
ra@kopublicaffairs.com
Amy Burke Friedman
410-382-5496
afriedman@profilespr.com
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STOCKHOLM, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) today announced that it has received clearance from the Committee on Foreign Investments in the United States (CFIUS) to complete its acquisition of Vonage Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: VG) ("Vonage"). This represents the final requisite approval to complete the deal. The parties now expect the Merger to close no later than July 21, 2022, as provided for in the Merger Agreement.
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Ericsson enables communications service providers to capture the full value of connectivity. The company's portfolio spans the business areas Networks, Cloud Software and Services, Enterprise Wireless Solutions, and Technologies and New Businesses. It is designed to help our customers go digital, increase efficiency and find new revenue streams. Ericsson's innovation investments have delivered the benefits of mobility and mobile broadband to billions of people globally. Ericsson stock is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and on Nasdaq New York. www.ericsson.com
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ST. ANDREWS – The Latest on the British Open (all times local):
A gray sky and light rain greets the final day of the British Open at St. Andrews, though it's not expected to stick around by the time Rory McIlroy and Viktor Hovland tee off.
They are tied for the lead at 16-under par. McIlroy is trying to win his second claret jug and his first major in eight years. Hovland is trying to win his first major, and a first for Norway.
And so concludes a big week at the home of golf. The R&A has harshly criticized the Saudi-funded rival league and suggested changes to the criteria. Tiger Woods crossed the Swilcan Bridge for what may be the last time after missing the cut.
All that's left is to crown a “champion golfer of the year.” Four players were within five shots of McIlroy and Hovland. That includes Masters champion Scottie Scheffler. Nick Faldo is the only other player to have won at Augusta National and St. Andrews in the same year.
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ARÇELİK URGES ALL STAKEHOLDERS TO CHANGE FOR A BETTER WORLD
- Arçelik published its 14th Sustainability Report with the theme, "Lead the Change, Shape the Future," including its sustainability performance in 2021 and targets for the future, rooting its leading position in sustainability with ambitious targets.
- Aiming for zero emissions by 2050, Arçelik procured 69 percent green electricity, and also prevented the emission of approximately 5,514 metric tons of CO₂ thanks to 228 energy efficiency projects.
- The company also reduced its Scope 1 (direct) and Scope 2 (indirect) GHG emissions stemming from manufacturing by 20 percent in 2021 compared to the 2018 base year.
- Over the past 12 years, Arçelik has saved water corresponding to the daily water consumption of approximately 2.7 million Turkish households.
ISTANBUL, Turkey, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Arçelik continues to root its global leadership in sustainability and published its 14th Sustainability Report, outlining its performance in 2021 as well as fresh, ambitious targets for the future. The report, with the theme "Lead the Change, Shape the Future," aims to encourage everyone to speak up and mobilize for a better world. In line with this vision, Arçelik aims to achieve net-zero emissions in all operations by 2050 through green investments in renewable energy, and energy efficiency in products and production.
Hakan Bulgurlu, CEO of Arçelik, commented: "We take a multifaceted approach to sustainability and have invested €93 million in overall R&D spending."
Bulgurlu also underlined that the company's sustainability vision is to root its global industry leadership, commenting: "We need organizations to take positive action towards a sustainable future. We, therefore, urge all stakeholders across our value chain to lead that change to build a better world for our children."
Noting that 2021 witnessed groundbreaking sustainability activities by Arçelik, he continued: "We take a multifaceted approach to sustainability, taking into consideration social, environmental and economic factors. We have taken many steps to this end in 2021. We obtained the highest grade in our industry for the third consecutive year at the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and became the only company to have been awarded the Terra Carta Seal in Turkey and in our industry. We also became the first industrial manufacturing company in Turkey to issue green bonds in the international markets. Apart from its environmental ambitions, Arçelik is committed to the United Nations Generation Equality Forum. We continuously improve our performance to achieve 2030 sustainability goals and shape our roadmap to reach our 2050 net-zero emission target. Our technological investments toward sustainable development are also progressing at full speed. We invested €93 million in overall R&D spending in 2021 and we aim to root our leading position through our technological efforts to make our planet a better place."
Water efficiency worth the water consumption of 2.7 million households
Having boosted the ratio of green electricity in global manufacturing operations to 69 percent, Arçelik also achieved approximately 63,000 GJ of energy efficiency and prevented the emission of 5,514 metric tons of CO₂ thanks to 228 energy efficiency projects. In 2021, the company reduced Scope 1 (direct) and Scope 2 (indirect) GHG emissions stemming from manufacturing by 20 percent in 2021 compared to the 2018 baseline. Over the past 12 years, Arçelik has saved 2.17 million cubic meters of water, equivalent to the daily water consumption of approximately 2.7 million Turkish households. Furthermore, the company used 7,216 metric tons of recycled plastic in its products to contribute to the fight against plastic pollution. Since 2014, 1.6 million pieces of waste electric and electronic equipment (WEEE) were recycled at the company's own WEEE Recycling Facilities.
Sustainable Funding for a Sustainable Future
The report also includes technological advances in sustainability; Arçelik announced that it maintained investments in Research and Development (R&D), innovation, and technology with recent investments in R&D reaching €93 million. The company also noted that it is the first industrial manufacturing company in Turkey to have issued green bonds in the international markets with a release worth €350 million. Other notable commitments include an eight-year loan agreement worth €150 million with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), including €83 million in green loans.
Following the initiative by Koç Holding, a leading voice of the UN Women Generation Equality Forum, Arçelik announced fresh commitment to advance gender equality in technology and innovation in Turkey over the next five years with targeted community outreach.
Global Sustainability Goals and Achievements
By 2030, Arçelik aims to establish a 50 MW renewable energy power plant for self-consumption at its own manufacturing facilities, investing a minimum of $50 million in energy efficiency and renewable energy projects, and sourcing all electricity for global manufacturing facilities from 100-percent renewable sources. Furthermore, the company aims to reduce water use per product by 45 percent in production, increase water recycling and reuse rate up to 70 percent and boost the ratio of recycled plastic in products to 40 percent by 2030.
Already making contributions to gender equality in the workplace by continuously increasing the number of women employees across the organization, Arçelik also carries out projects among its dealership and service networks to further strengthen the role of women in the industry and in society more widely.
In 2021, Arçelik was awarded the Terra Carta Seal, which was presented by the Prince of Wales to companies that have committed to combat climate change with concrete targets within the scope of the Sustainable Markets Initiative. It is the first and only company in its industry to be awarded the Seal. In 2021, Arçelik was awarded the highest rank for the third consecutive time in the Durable Household Products category in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI), which evaluates the sustainability performance of the world's largest companies. Click on the link to access the report containing all other sustainability performance data and targets: www.arcelikglobal.com
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LOS ANGELES — The University of California system announced Tuesday it will pay nearly $375 million to more than 300 women who said they were sexually abused by a UCLA gynecologist, bringing a record amount in total payouts by a public university in a wave of sexual misconduct scandals by campus doctors.
The settlement followed previous deals with hundreds of other patients who said Dr. James Heaps groped them, made suggestive comments or conducted unnecessarily invasive exams during his 35-year career.
“Dr. Heaps sexually abused patients for years while UCLA Health put profits over their safety,” attorney Jennifer McGrath said in a statement. “Today’s settlement is the result of the bravery of these victims, and sends a message that healthcare institutions must protect vulnerable patients and act decisively at complaints of abuse.”
The university has agreed to pay nearly $700 million to Heap’s patients, dwarfing a $500 million settlement by Michigan State University in 2018 that was considered the largest by a public university. The University of Southern California, a private institution, has agreed to pay more than $1 billion to settle thousands of cases against the school’s longtime gynecologist.
Heaps, 65, who retired as the scandal unfolded, has pleaded not guilty to 21 felony counts for allegedly sexually assaulting seven women.
Women who brought the lawsuits said UCLA ignored their complaints and deliberately concealed abuse that happened for decades during examinations at the UCLA student health center, the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center or in Heaps’ campus office.
UCLA acknowledged it received a sex abuse complaint against Heaps from a patient in December 2017 and it launched an investigation the following month that concluded she was sexually assaulted and harassed, attorneys said.
Heaps, however, continued to practice until his retirement in June 2018. The university did not release its finding in the investigation until November 2019 — months after Heaps was arrested.
The university previously reached settlements with other patients of Heaps for $316 million. The most recent settlement with 312 women resolves the vast majority of claims against Heaps, the university said.
“The conduct alleged to have been committed by Heaps is reprehensible and contrary to our values,” UCLA said in a statement. “We are grateful to all those who came forward, and hope this settlement is one step toward providing some level of healing for the plaintiffs involved.”
Sex abuse by doctors on college campuses has led to massive settlements at Ohio State University, Johns Hopkins University and Columbia University.
Michigan State paid $500 million to 300 women and girls who said they were assaulted by Larry Nassar, who was a campus sports doctor and a doctor for USA Gymnastics. Nassar, who also sexually abused Olympic gold medal gymnasts, is serving prison sentences likely to keep him behind bars for the rest of his life.
The University of Michigan reached a $490 million settlement with more than 1,000 people who said they were sexually assaulted by the late Dr. Robert Anderson, during his nearly four-decade career as a sports doctor at the school.
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FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — A federal judge ruled Wednesday that required coverage of an HIV prevention drug under the Affordable Care Act violates a Texas employer's religious beliefs and undercut the broader system that determines which preventive drugs are covered in the U.S.
The ruling was handed down by Fort Worth-based U.S. District Judge Reed O'Connor, who ruled in 2018 that the entire ACA is invalid. The U.S. Supreme Court ultimately overturned that decision.
O'Connor's latest ruling targets a mandate under the law that requires employers to cover the HIV prevention treatment known as PrEP, which is a pill taken daily to prevent infection.
The challenge was brought by a company owned by Steven Hotze, a conservative activist in Texas who is described in the lawsuit as operating Braidwood Management "according to Christian principles and teaching.” It was filed by an architect of the Texas abortion law that was the nation's strictest before the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade earlier in June.
The impact of the ruling beyond the plaintiffs was not immediately clear. But opponents condemned the decision as a threat to patients far beyond Texas.
“Defendants do not show a compelling interest in forcing private, religious corporations to cover PrEP drugs with no cost-sharing and no religious exemptions," O'Connor wrote in his ruling.
He also ruled that a federal task force that recommends coverage of preventive treatments, which is made up of volunteer members, violates the appointment clause of the U.S. Constitution.
The Biden administration is likely to appeal. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services did not immediately respond a requests for comment.
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WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — About 2,000 protesters upset with the government’s pandemic response converged Tuesday on New Zealand’s Parliament — but there was no repeat of the occupation six months ago in which protesters camped on Parliament grounds for more than three weeks.
Many of the protesters said they had no intention of trying to stay. And police ensured a repeat was unlikely by closing streets, erecting barricades and banning protesters from bringing structures onto Parliament’s grounds.
The previous protest created significant disruptions in the capital and ended in chaos as retreating protesters set fire to tents and hurled rocks at police.
This time there was also a counter-protest, with several hundred people gathering in front of Parliament as the main march entered the grounds. The two sides shouted insults but a line of police officers kept them physically separated.
The earlier protest had been more sharply focused on opposition to COVID-19 vaccination mandates.
New Zealand’s government initially required that health workers, teachers, police, firefighters and soldiers get vaccinated. But it has since removed most of those mandates, with the exception of health workers and some others. It has also removed requirements that people be vaccinated to visit stores and bars.
Tuesday’s protest was as much about lingering discontentment over the government’s handling of the crisis as it was about current rules, including a requirement that people wear masks in stores.
Protester Carmen Page said people who hadn’t been vaccinated face ongoing discrimination and people lost their jobs and homes as a result of the mandates, which she said amounted to government overreach.
“We’re not here to be controlled,” Page said. “We just want to live our lives freely. We want to work where we want to work, without discrimination.”
At the counter-protest, Lynne Maugham said she and her husband had extended a stay in the capital to attend.
“I’ve got nothing but respect for the mandates, for the vaccinations, for the way the health providers have handled the whole thing,” she said.
Maugham said the government hadn’t done everything perfectly but had done a good job overall. “There’s no blueprint for handling a pandemic,” she said.
Like many of the protesters opposing mandates and other government’s actions, Mania Hungahunga was part of a group called The Freedom & Rights Coalition and a member of the Christian fundamentalist Destiny Church.
Hungahunga said every New Zealander had been negatively impacted by the mandates. He said he’d traveled from Auckland to protest but wasn’t planning an occupation.
“We’re just here for the day, a peaceful day, just to get our message through to the public and the people of Wellington,” he said.
Many of the protesters said they were hoping that Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern would get voted out in next year’s election. Protest leader Brian Tamaki told the crowd he was starting a new political party to contest the election.
Tamaki and his wife, Hannah Tamaki, founded the Destiny Church, which they say is the largest Māori and Pacific Island church movement in New Zealand.
Ardern was first elected prime minister in 2017 and her initial pandemic response proved enormously popular. Her liberal Labour Party won re-election in 2020 in a landslide of historic proportions.
But as the pandemic dragged on and the country faced new problems, including inflation, Ardern’s popularity has waned. Recent opinion polls have put the conservative opposition National Party ahead of Labour.
Authorities said there were no initial reports of violence or other problems at the protests.
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HOLON, Israel, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sapiens International Corporation (NASDAQ: SPNS) (TASE: SPNS), a leading global provider of software solutions for the insurance industry, announced today that it will report on Wednesday, August 3rd, 2022, the financial results for the second quarter 2022.
The company will host a conference call and webcast on August 3rd, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time (4:30 p.m. in Israel) to review and discuss Sapiens' results. Please call the following numbers (at least 10 minutes before the scheduled time) to participate:
- North America (toll-free): + 1-888-642-5032
- International: +972-3-918-0609
- UK: 0-800-917-5108
The live webcast of the call can be accessed on Sapiens' website at https://veidan.activetrail.biz/sapiensq2-2022 . A replay of the call will be available one business day following the completion of the event for 90 days.
About Sapiens
Sapiens International Corporation (NASDAQ and TASE: SPNS) empowers the financial sector, with a focus on insurance, to transform and become digital, innovative and agile. Backed by 40 years of industry expertise, Sapiens offers a complete insurance platform, with pre-integrated, low-code solutions and a cloud-first approach that accelerates customers' digital transformation. Serving more than 600 customers in 30 countries, Sapiens offers insurers across property and casualty, workers compensation and life markets the most comprehensive set of solutions, from core to complementary, including Reinsurance, Financial & Compliance, Data & Analytics, Digital, and Decision Management. Sapiens' team of more than 4,800 employees operates through our fully-owned subsidiaries in North America, the United Kingdom, EMEA and Asia Pacific. For more information visit www.sapiens.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
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BERLIN (AP) — Europe faced an energy crisis even before the Nord Stream 1 pipeline from Russia to Germany went offline for regular maintenance.
Government officials are bracing for the possibility that the key pipeline won't restart Thursday as scheduled, saying Russian President Vladimir Putin is using energy for political leverage in his confrontation with the European Union over Ukraine.
Russia has already slashed Europe's flows of natural gas used to power factories, generate electricity and heat homes in the winter, and Putin warns they could keep dwindling. The deliveries through Nord Stream 1 were cut by 60% before repairs began.
Even if the pipeline restarts at reduced levels, Europe will struggle to keep homes warm and industry humming this winter.
Here are key things to know about the energy crisis:
DID RUSSIA CUT OFF GAS TO EUROPE?
It has reduced supplies significantly. Even before the invasion of Ukraine, Russia was not selling gas on the short-term spot market. After the EU imposed drastic sanctions on Russia's banks and companies and started sending weapons to Ukraine, Russian cut off gas to six member countries and reduced supplies to six more.
Flows into Germany, the EU's biggest economy, through Nord Stream 1 were dialed back by two-thirds, with Russia blaming a part that was sent to Canada for maintenance and not returned due to sanctions. European leaders rejected that claim, saying it was a political gambit in retaliation for sanctions.
It has left the 27-member EU scrambling to fill gas storage ahead of winter, when demand rises and utility companies draw down their reserves to keep homes warm and power plants running.
The EU's goal is to use less gas now to build storage for winter. Europe's gas reserves are only 65% full, compared with a goal of 80% by Nov. 1.
WHY IS RUSSIAN NATURAL GAS SO IMPORTANT?
Russia supplied some 40% of Europe's natural gas before the war. That has dropped to around 15%, sending prices through the roof and straining energy-intensive industries.
Gas is used across a range of processes that most people never see — to forge steel to make cars, make glass bottles and pasteurize milk and cheese.
Companies warn that they often can't switch overnight to other energy sources such as fuel oil or electricity to produce heat. In some cases, equipment that holds molten metal or glass is ruined if the heat is turned off.
High energy prices are already threatening to cause a recession in Europe through record inflation, with consumers having less to spend as costs rise for food, fuel and utilities. A complete cutoff could deal an even heavier blow to an already troubled economy.
WHAT IS THE NORD STREAM 1 PIPELINE?
It is the major European natural gas pipeline that runs under the Baltic Sea from Russia to Germany and is Germany's main source of Russian gas.
Analysts at Rystad Energy said that if Nord Stream 1 stays dormant, Europe would reach only about 65% of its storage capacity, creating a real risk that gas would run out during the heating season.
Three other pipelines bring Russian gas to Europe, but one through Poland and Belarus has been shut down. Another, through Ukraine and Slovakia, is still bringing reduced amounts of gas despite the fighting, as is one through Turkey into Bulgaria.
WHAT'S PUTIN'S GAME?
Although Russia's oil and gas exporters are selling less energy, spiking prices mean Putin's earnings have actually increased, according to the International Energy Agency. Since the invasion, Russia's revenue from exporting oil and gas to Europe has doubled over the average from recent years, to $95 billion, the Paris-based IEA said.
The increase in Russia's energy revenue in just the last five months is three times what it typically makes by exporting gas to Europe over an entire winter.
So Putin has cash in hand and may calculate that painful utility bills and an energy recession could undermine public support for Ukraine in Europe and increase sentiment for a negotiated settlement in his favor.
“Based on what we have seen over the past year, it would be unwise to exclude the possibility that Russia could decide to forgo the revenue it gets from exporting gas to Europe in order to gain political leverage,” IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol said.
Indeed, Putin said the amount of gas pumped through Nord Stream 1 will fall further from 60 million to 30 million cubic meters a day, or about one-fifth of its capacity, if the turbine that was sent to Canada for repairs isn’t quickly replaced. Canada has said it has sent back the part, but Germany has declined to say where it is.
“Our partners are trying to shift the blame for the mistakes they made to Russia and Gazprom, but it’s absolutely unfounded,” Putin told Russian reporters Tuesday during talks in Tehran with the leaders of Iran and Turkey.
WHAT CAN EUROPE DO?
The EU has turned to more-expensive liquefied natural gas, or LNG, which comes by ship from places like the U.S. and Qatar. Germany is fast-tracking construction of LNG import terminals on its North Sea coast, but that will take years. The first of four floating reception terminals is to come online later this year.
But LNG alone can't make up the gap. The world's LNG export facilities are running at full capacity amid tight energy markets, and there's no more gas to be had. An explosion at a U.S. terminal in Freeport, Texas, that sent most of its gas to Europe took 2.5% of Europe's supply offline overnight.
Conservation and other energy sources are key. For example, Germany is running coal plants longer, creating a gas auction system intended to encourage conservation, and resetting thermostats in public buildings.
The European Union on Wednesday proposed that member states voluntarily cut their gas use by 15% over the coming months. The European Commission, the EU's executive arm, is seeking the power to impose mandatory reductions across the bloc if there's a risk of a severe gas shortage or an exceptionally high demand.
EU member states will discuss the measures at an emergency meeting of energy ministers next Tuesday.
Countries have been scrambling to secure alternative energy supplies, with leaders of Italy, France and the European Union sealing deals with their counterparts in Algeria, Azerbaijan and the United Arab Emirates this week.
COULD PEOPLE FREEZE THIS WINTER?
It's unlikely homes, schools and hospitals will lose heat because governments are required to impose rationing first on businesses. The German government also could allow gas suppliers to immediately pass on increases to customers.
The choices could include torpedoing industry and/or socking consumers with even higher bills.
If Nord Stream 1 resumes at reduced levels, Europe would need to save 12 billion cubic meters of gas, the equivalent of 120 LNG tankers, to fill its storage levels by winter. The IEA recommends European countries step up campaigns people to conserve at home and plan to share gas in an emergency.
A total cutoff would mean even more need to conserve. And time is getting short.
“European leaders need to be preparing for this possibility now to avoid the potential damage that would result from a disjointed and destabilizing response,” Birol said. “This winter could become a historic test of European solidarity — one it cannot afford to fail — with implications far beyond the energy sector.”
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In Eastport, Maine, the nation's easternmost city, rugged coves and weathered clapboard houses provide a perfect setting for homicide — at least of the literary sort. Mystery writer Sarah Graves has set all 12 of her novels on this remote island.
Graves first traveled the long causeway that connects Eastport to the mainland more than a decade ago. Back then, she was a commercial writer who went by her given name — Mary Squibb. She was ready to ditch Manhattan in favor of a writing life, and she had the first Eastport mystery in her head, all ready to write, before she moved to town.
"I have no idea how I expected that would happen," says Graves, "but ... we moved here and it did. It was fate."
Like most island towns, Eastport is a tightly knit community, its bonds made stronger by hard work and difficult weather. So the arrival of a writer from New York definitely caught the attention of the locals.
"We watched her from day one," laughs Mary Pottle, who owns a real estate agency.
A Stranger Moves To Town ...
Someone shows up in a strange car with out-of-state plates: It sounds like something borrowed from the beginning of one of Graves' own mysteries.
In fact, the author has a lot in common with Jacobia (Jake) Tiptree, the main character — and reluctant sleuth — of her Home Repair Is Homicide series. Both moved to Eastport to escape the fast life in New York, and both are fixing up old Eastport houses.
Tiptree would prefer to spend her time glazing windows or taking a sledge hammer to the ancient upstairs commode, but it wouldn't be a mystery book if someone didn't turn up dead — and quickly. And Graves wouldn't be a mystery writer if she couldn't spot means, motive and opportunity as she drives around town.
Stopping at the end of Water Street there's a beckoning glimpse of the Atlantic, dotted with fir-covered islands and a view to the shoreline of New Brunswick, Canada. In any other part of the country, this kind of coastline would be buzzing with jet skis and other pleasure craft. But Graves says not so fast: In her book Nail Biter, her heroine almost succumbs to the icy water when she gets into a skiff with a con man named Rickert.
"It looks so pretty and so romantic [but] in fact it's just absolutely deadly," Graves says. "Not because you'll drown but because your body will just slow down and stop from the cold."
Crime — And Punch Cups — In A Small Town
To read the books, Eastport seems to be a pretty dangerous place. But despite the dead bodies Tiptree frequently encounters, real-life residents aren't sure of the last time there was a real murder on the island. And though one person recalled a shooting that happened back in the 60s and there's an occasional breaking-and-entering complaint, the door was locked at the police station in the center of town; no one was home.
Overall, Eastport is a place where the customers have a key to the local breakfast joint, and they open it up to make their own coffee every morning.
At Wadsworth's — a hardware store that both Graves and Tiptree frequent — the Home Repair Is Homicide series is on display in the front window, alongside the wrenches and saws. Cashier Winnie Higgins says locals love to read about their town:
"You say ... 'Oh that's the city manager she's talking about,'" says Higgins, adding, "I'm just using that as an example. It's a small town and I don't want to get in any trouble."
Though Graves insists all her characters are fictional (with two well-known exceptions), nobody believes her. What they do believe is that her books and the occasional tourists they bring are good for Eastport.
The books feel cozy, just like the town; when Jake Tiptree isn't solving crimes she's fretting over whether she has enough guest towels for a ladies' tea or who will help her dislodge the cast-iron bath tub she's gotten wedged in the upstairs landing.
"I did once say in Jake's voice that in Eastport, if you need help, people will help you," says Graves. "That frees you up to count your punch cups if you need to."
The Eastport Graves ladles up for her readers is picturesque, but not picture-perfect ... a lot like the Eastport you find when you drive down that long causeway to the island — give or take a few dead bodies.
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NEW YORK, June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ronn Torossian, Founder and Chairman of 5WPR, announces today he has joined the Public Relations & Annual Reports/Publications Awards judging committee of the 19th Annual International Business Awards®. The 2022 IBAs will feature one round of judging from June 6th to August 2nd, to determine the Gold, Silver, and Bronze Stevie® Award winners.
Organized by The Stevie® Awards, The International Business Awards are widely considered the world's premier business awards competition.
"I'm thrilled to return as a judge for the International Business Awards," said 5WPR Founder and Chairman, Ronn Torossian. "It is always a career highlight to be involved in these awards, and each year I look forward to reviewing the innovative campaigns submitted by industry leaders."
This occasion marks the fourth time Ronn Torossian will judge the IBAs Public Relations & Annual Reports/Publications Awards category. Torossian has previously been awarded a Silver Stevie Award for Entrepreneur of the Year.
Created in 2002 to honor and generate public recognition of the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and working professionals worldwide, The Stevie® Awards are the world's premier business awards. In short order the Stevie has become one of the world's most coveted prizes. There are eight Stevie Awards programs, each with its own focus, list of categories, and schedule. Together they receive more than 12,000 nominations each year.
Ronn Torossian is the Founder and Chairman of 5W Public Relations, one of the largest independently-owned PR firms in the United States. A NYC native, Torossian lives in Manhattan with his children. He is a member of Young Presidents Organization (YPO).
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PARIS (AP) — Paris prosecutors have opened a rape investigation into accusations that a member of the French government, a woman who worked as a doctor before joining politics, reportedly performed gynecological exams on two women without their consent.
French law defines rape as any act of sexual penetration committed on others by violence, coercion, threat or surprise.
The government member, Chrysoula Zacharopoulou, was named secretary of state for development last month. She and her office have not commented publicly on the accusations, which emerged Wednesday.
The first rape complaint was filed in late May, soon after Zacharopoulou’s government appointment, and another was filed last week, the Paris prosecutor’s office said Wednesday. The prosecutor’s office said it ordered an investigation.
Details of the complaints have not been released. French media reports said the women accused Zacharopoulou of penetration during gynecological exams without their consent.
Two men in French President Emmanuel Macron’s government have also been accused of rape, Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin and Damien Abad, who is in charge of policies for the disabled. Both firmly deny wrongdoing.
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Girl, 8, targeted by child predator on Roblox, mom says
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT/Gray News) – Roblox is a popular game among the younger generation, but many people have had problems with their children running into inappropriate content while using the app.
According to WECT, an 8-year-old girl in North Carolina was targeted by an online predator.
They asked for the girl’s phone number over the chat feature on Roblox, and the conversation got worse over text messaging.
The girl’s mother said she has parental controls on all the electronic devices her kids use, but it was a shock when she discovered the messages on her daughter’s phone.
“He kept asking her for hot videos, and I mean, she would send just like an innocent picture of herself or like an innocent video,” said Kaitlin Clarke, the girl’s mother. “But you could tell, like, he kept saying more, that wasn’t what he was looking for.”
Clarke said she hadn’t planned to get her daughter a cell phone at such a young age but decided to in an effort to keep her safe if she was in a scary situation.
“With the way everything in the world is these days, it’s like she needs a way to contact me or her dad or somebody if something happens,” Clarke said.
Experts with the FBI Charlotte Division said that it comes down to being aware of what your child is doing at all times.
Authorities advise putting strict privacy settings on their phones and tablets in addition to disabling any chat features on apps like Roblox.
“Inappropriate photos are not taken in the living room. They’re not taken in the bonus room,” said FBI Charlotte Division Public Affairs Specialist Shelley Lynch. “They’re taken in a child’s bedroom, or in the bathroom. Children really have to understand that they don’t know who they’re really talking to online.”
Experts recommend speaking with your child about the dangers of online predators so they are aware and can alert you if a problem arises online.
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NEW YORK – July's jobs report was a stunner, in more ways than one. Despite raging inflation and anxiety about a possible recession, employers created 528,000 jobs last month, more than double market expectations. That's the fastest pace of hiring since February.
While the monthly jobs report is always highly anticipated, the July report was even more closely watched by investors, policymakers and the public. There have been increasing signs that the U.S. economy is heading into a recession. The strong job market may diminish those fears for now. But with inflation stubbornly high, the Federal Reserve may need to take additional measures to slow down the economy.
Here are five takeaways from the July jobs report:
HIRING: ZERO SIGNS OF SLOWING
Economists and policymakers had expected hiring to slow in July due to recession worries, rising interest rates and high inflation, with forecasts of 250,000 jobs created versus 372,000 in June.
Not only did job creation blow past those expectations, but the pace of hiring was back to levels not seen since the beginning of the year. Unemployment is at a 50-year low, and wages grew by 0.5% last month. Further, the Labor Department revised its May and June reports to show stronger hiring in those months.
“The report throws cold water on a significant cooling in labor demand, but it’s a good sign for the broader U.S. economy and worker,” wrote Stephen Juneau, an economist with Bank of America Securities.
STEP ON THE BRAKES HARDER?
With July’s strong jobs report, the market now expects the Fed to apply more pressure on the economy in its effort to cool inflation.
Fed fund futures, which are securities that bet on which way the Fed will move interest rates, now show there’s a 70% chance the central bank will raise interest rates by 0.75 percentage points at its September meeting. Before the jobs report came out, that figure was 34%.
“This remains one of the strongest job markets in the past 50 years, no comfort for those hoping for a slowdown which would reduce inflation and lead to a less aggressive path of rate hikes from the Federal Reserve,” said Mike Fratantoni, chief economist with the Mortgage Bankers Association, in an email.
The hope inside the Fed and on Wall Street is that the central bank can get inflation in check without causing a recession, in what’s known as a “soft landing” for the economy.
Investors get the next inflation reading on Wednesday. With the recent decline in gas prices, there are some hopes that the worst of the inflationary issues are in the rearview mirror. In June, consumer prices jumped 9.1% from a year earlier — the biggest increase since 1981.
JOBS CONTRAST OTHER ECONOMIC SIGNS
Without this blockbuster jobs report, most signs would point to the U.S. economy being in a recession or heading into one.
Last week the Commerce Department reported that the U.S. economy contracted for a second consecutive quarter, meeting the informal definition of a recession. The report showed Americans bought fewer goods, while business investment fell. Inventories tumbled as businesses slowed their restocking of their shelves.
This comes on the back of the recent inflation reports that show prices are rising at their fastest pace in 40 years, weighing on consumer confidence. Lastly the Labor Department reported Tuesday that employers posted the lowest number of job openings in nearly a year.
BACK TO PRE-PANDEMIC LEVELS
For the labor market, it’s February 2020.
Overall, the number of employed Americans is now above pre-pandemic levels, according to the Labor Department. But the degree of the economic recovery varies dramatically by sector or industry. There are now nearly 1 million more jobs in the professional and business services sector and roughly 41,000 more jobs in manufacturing than there were before the pandemic hit.
The recovery in manufacturing is notable, since manufacturing jobs have been a big push for Democrats and the White House. Congress recently passed a law to promote domestic semiconductor manufacturing, and the spending package backed by Democrats would have additional funds for construction and energy projects.
There are political implications in the jobs numbers Friday: Americans have grown increasingly anxious about rising prices and the risk of recession. It most certainly will be at the forefront of the minds of voters during November’s midterm elections as the Democrats seek to maintain control of Congress.
President Joe Biden took credit for the resilient labor market Friday, saying “it’s the result of my economic plan.”
The leisure and hospitality sector created 96,000 jobs last month, but that sector remains the most negatively impacted by the pandemic— it's still short roughly 1.2 million jobs compared to pre-pandemic levels. Government jobs also remain below their levels before the pandemic by roughly half a million positions.
TIME FOR A RAISE
While the jobs report showed widespread gains, for millions of Americans it is the fading power of the paycheck that remains front and center.
Hourly earnings posted a healthy 0.5% gain last month and are up 5.2% over the past year. That still is not enough to keep up with inflation, which means many Americans, especially the poorest, are having to scrimp in the face of high prices for groceries, gasoline and basic needs.
There have been some concerns among economists about what’s known as a wage-price spiral when it comes to inflation, which is when workers require higher wages to keep up with the cost of living, which in turn causes companies to raise prices to cover those higher costs, which then circles back to workers yet again. If inflation continues to remain high along with rising wages, investors will get increasingly concerned because wage-price spirals cut into corporate profits.
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Results Show Sentiment Towards Investing, Emerging Technologies & Areas of Impact
SEATTLE, June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PitchBook, the premier data provider for the private and public equity markets, today released the findings from a new survey conducted in partnership with Collision Conference, a Web Summit event and North America's fastest growing technology conference taking place in Toronto June 20-23, 2022. The survey was administered to 105 venture capital (VC) investors attending Collision. This is the fifth survey PitchBook and Web Summit have partnered on and offers a glimpse at how investment activity has fared compared to 2021, investor sentiment towards technology and focus areas for impact. At Collision, PitchBook is sponsoring the Investor Lounge where investors in attendance can work, take meetings and network. PitchBook senior VC analyst, Kyle Stanford, is a keynote speaker presenting global VC trends at the conference on June 21 at 11:45 AM EDT.
The global VC industry has more than $500 billion in dry powder available with VC consistently showing best returns of private investment strategies, driving more interest and capital. European VC deal value started 2022 with strong momentum reaching €27.5 billion invested in the first quarter of the year while U.S. investment activity did not maintain its pace after a record-setting 2021, reaching $70 billion invested during the same timeframe. The VC industry overall has displayed unwavering resilience throughout the pandemic.
"It is a strong signal of market stability that nearly half of investors polled do not plan on slowing down investment activity. Recent fundraising records have driven dry powder levels to new heights, which can provide short-term insulation from global market headwinds," said Kyle Stanford, senior VC analyst at PitchBook. "It's encouraging to see the majority of survey respondents have made first-time investments over the past twelve months – an area of the market that slowed during the pandemic – and we expect to continue to see a strong startup ecosystem."
"Despite a decrease in startup valuations, venture capital deal making remains strong — especially if VC dry powder stays robust — and potentially makes smaller cheques at lower valuations more available," said Paddy Cosgrave, founder and CEO at Collision and Web Summit. "Alternatively, many less renowned venture funds might simply shutter because the actual pool of viable startups available for them to invest in may be significantly lower than the outsized amount of capital available in the broader market."
Key findings and comparisons with 2021's Web Summit survey include:
Investment
- In the past twelve months, over half of investors (53%) have made between one and five investments, down from two thirds of respondents in 2021. 30% of respondents have made between six and ten investments. Out of those investments, nearly one third of investors said at least 75% of their investments were first-time financings.
- First-financings have continued to close at a historically high rate in 2022 following 2021's momentum. With more than 1,000 deals closed, Q1 finished with more companies raising their first institutional capital than any quarter prior to 2021.
- Considering nontraditional investments, 59% of respondents agreed record levels of capital from nontraditional sources including corporate venture capital (CVC) and financial institutions has been the main driving force behind increased deal sizes. A quarter (26%) of respondents disagreed with this sentiment, which is an 8% increase from 2021.
Evaluation
- When asked what the most important criterion respondents look at when evaluating investment opportunity, executive team pedigree moved to the top (26%) followed by business model (25%). In 2021, the two were swapped with business model ranked first (30%) followed by executive team pedigree (22%).
- Half of respondents agreed that growth must come before profit for VC-backed technology startups while nearly one third disagreed.
- Majority of respondents (83%) either agreed or strongly agreed increased deal sizes across financing stages are pushing up valuations and making it harder to find good value-for-money investments.
- When evaluating external pressures facing the VC ecosystem such as public market volatility, increasing interest rates and talent market shifts, nearly half (45%) of respondents disagreed that their investment activity will markedly decrease from recent years.
Opportunity
- Emerging technologies continues to attract capital from investors and when asked what category has the potential to be most disruptive in the next five to ten years, fintech remained at the top at 30%. Artificial intelligence and machine learning came in second (27%) over taking climate tech (15%), which came second in 2021.
- According to respondents, over half (58%) selected North America as the most exciting region to invest in right now. After North America, Africa and Asia Pacific tied for second.
- When asked where VC investors should focus their attention to have the most impact, improved long-term investment moved to the top (26%). In 2021, environmental and social concerns was the top choice, which moved to second.
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About PitchBook
PitchBook is a financial data and software company that provides transparency into the capital markets to help professionals discover and execute opportunities with confidence and efficiency. PitchBook collects and analyzes detailed data on the entire venture capital, private equity and M&A landscape—including public and private companies, investors, funds, investments, exits and people. The company's data and analysis are available through the PitchBook Platform, industry news and in-depth reports. Founded in 2007, PitchBook has offices in Seattle, San Francisco, New York, London and Hong Kong and serves more than 70,000 professionals around the world. In 2016, Morningstar acquired PitchBook, which now operates as an independent subsidiary.
About Collision
When Collision, North America's fastest growing technology event, moved online, the pivot to host thousands of attendees online was coined by the Sunday Times as a "pretty big experiment". For the second year in a row, Collision will host attendees online on its proprietary software. After hosting 32,000 attendees at its first online event in June 2020, the Collision platform was called "the stunning future of online events" by Digital Trends. This year, the platform will host more than 40,000 attendees for the three days of the conference.
About Web Summit
In the words of Inc. Magazine, "Web Summit is the largest technology conference in the world". Forbes says Web Summit is "the best tech conference on the planet", Bloomberg calls it "Davos for geeks", Politico "the Olympics of tech", and the Guardian "Glastonbury for geeks".
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Making Solar and Wind Energy Manageable, Efficient and Profitable for Organisations of All Sizes
NANTES, France and SINGAPORE, July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Envision Digital, the largest manager of renewable energy in the world with over 400 GW under management and the creator of the EnOS ™ net zero platform, today announced it has completed the acquisition of QOS Energy, a global leader in the fast-growing renewables Asset Performance Management (APM) category. The acquisition supports the growth plans of Envision Digital as the worldwide demand for energy transition solutions continues to accelerate across all industries.
QOS Energy is a leading energy management software supplier to the Commercial & Industrial (C&I) market segment and has a strong presence in solar energy in Europe, the US and India, with a client portfolio totaling more than 10GW across 8,000 power plants.
As part of the acquisition, the companies will integrate QantumTM, QOS Energy's cloud-based energy management solution, into Envision Digital's product line to enable the company to provide end-to-end support for renewable energy performance management and control, and to better serve clients with small and medium distributed energy systems.
With the addition of Qantum, the EnOS platform provides comprehensive end-to-end support for the net-zero initiatives of all industries and sizes of organisation and government. EnOS capabilities span not only renewable energy management, but also buildings, factories and transportation system optimisation, EV charging systems, compliance reporting, energy trading, and carbon offset market engagement.
All existing QOS Energy customers will continue to be supported by the QOS Energy team, augmented by Envision Digital's global support and security operations.
With this acquisition, which has received FDI approval by the French government, Envision Digital will increase research and development investment in QOS Energy's platform and French-based research and development team, and expand the market for QOS Energy solutions in Asia and the Americas.
Maher Chebbo, Managing Director Europe, Envision Digital said: "QOS Energy has built a robust solution that its customers depend on to manage their renewable energy programs. By adding QOS Energy's solution to our portfolio, we can provide a truly end-to-end solution for renewable energy management and better support renewable energy producers of all sizes to accelerate our net zero mission. We are impressed by QOS Energy's team and processes and their understanding of the needs of the global C&I market and look forward to working together."
Franck Le Breton, Co-Founder and CEO of QOS said: "Constantly adapting to the rapidly changing needs of our customers is an essential part of our approach. Joining Envision Digital will allow us to redouble our efforts and accelerate the development of value-added features to better serve our customers in making data-driven decisions at the right time to maximize their asset portfolio performance. Combining the flexibility of our solution with the EnOS ™ platform's AI and IOT capabilities will bring a decisive advantage to the market we address. We look forward to joining the Envision Digital family."
About Envision Digital
Envision Digital is committed to becoming the world's leading net zero technology partner for enterprises, governments, and cities, with the goal of accelerating progress towards carbon-free energy and improving quality of life for all of humanity. The company's EnOS net zero platform manages over 220 million devices and 400 Gigawatts of electricity, powering highly configurable, end to end IIOT solutions that use AI to reduce carbon emissions and costs, improve return on capital, and simplify reporting and compliance.
The company has over 1000 employees and 14 offices across the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Spain, the Netherlands, Norway, Malaysia, Thailand, China, Japan and the United States, with headquarters in Singapore. For more information, please visit www.envision-digital.com/.
About QOS Energy
Founded in 2010, QOS Energy developed QantumTM, a flexible cloud-based solution that provides customers with advanced features for optimal data-driven decision making. With over 8000 plants under monitoring totaling 10GW and more than 10 million of sensors, QOS Energy is dedicated to delivering superior returns to our clients by maximizing revenue, optimizing contractual KPIs, reducing operational expenses, and minimizing downtimes.
Headquartered in Nantes, France and operating in 23 countries, the company works alongside leading renewable organizations in both Commercial & Industrial and mid-size utility scale segment of Renewable Energy market.
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ISLAMABAD (AP) — The lives of Afghan women and girls are being destroyed by a “suffocating” crackdown by the Taliban since they took power nearly a year ago, Amnesty International said in a report released Wednesday.
After they captured the capital, Kabul, in August 2021 and ousted the internationally backed government, the Taliban presented themselves as having moderated since their first time in power, in the 1990s. Initially, Taliban officials spoke of allowing women to continue to work and girls to continue their education.
Instead, they formed an all-male government stacked with veterans of their hard-line rule that has banned girls from attending school from seventh grade, imposed all-covering dress that leaves only the eyes visible and restricted women’s access to work.
Amnesty said the Taliban have also decimated protections for those facing domestic violence, detained women and girls for minor violations and contributed to a surge in child marriages. The report also documented the torture and abuse of women arrested by the Taliban for protesting against restrictions.
“Taken together, these policies form a system of repression that discriminates against women and girls in almost every aspect of their lives,” the report said. “This suffocating crackdown against Afghanistan’s female population is increasing day by day.”
The group’s researchers visited Afghanistan in March as part of a nine-month-long investigation conducted from September 2021 to June 2022. They interviewed 90 women and 11 girls, between 14 and 74 years-old, across Afghanistan.
Among them were women detained for protesting who described torture at the hands of Taliban guards, including beatings and threats of death.
One woman told Amnesty that guards beat her and other women on the breasts and between the legs, “so that we couldn’t show the world.” She said one told her, “I can kill you right now, and no one would say anything.”
A university student who was detained said she was electrically shocked on her shoulder, face, neck and elsewhere, while the Taliban shouted insults at her. One held a gun at her and told her, “I will kill you, and no one will be able to find your body.”
The report said rates of child, early and forced marriage in Afghanistan are surging under Taliban rule.
The increase, Amnesty said, is fueled by Afghanistan’s economic and humanitarian crisis and the lack of education and job prospects for women and girls. The report documented cases of forced marriages of women and girls to Taliban members — under pressure by the Taliban member or by the women’s families.
One woman from a central province of Afghanistan told Amnesty that she was compelled her to marry off her 13-year-old daughter to a 30-year-old neighbor in exchange for 60,000 Afghanis (around US$670). She said she felt relieved because her daughter “won’t be hungry anymore.”
She said she was also considering the same for her 10-year-old daughter but was holding off in hopes the girl could get an education and eventually secure a job to support the family. “Of course, if they don’t open the school, I will have to marry her off,” she added.
“You have a patriarchal government, war, poverty, drought, girls out of school. With all of these factors combined … we knew child marriage was going to go through the roof,” said Stephanie Sinclair, director of Too Young to Wed, who was quoted in the report.
The Taliban seized Kabul as U.S. and NATO forces were withdrawing from Afghanistan, ending a nearly 20-year war against the Taliban’s insurgency. The world has refused to recognize the Taliban’s rule, demanding it respect human rights and show tolerance for other groups. The U.S. and its allies have cut off billions in development funds that kept the government afloat, as well as froze billions in Afghan national assets.
This sent the already shattered economy into freefall, increasing poverty dramatically and creating one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. Millions, struggling to feed their families, are kept alive by a massive U.N.-led relief effort.
Amnesty called on the international community to take action to protect Afghan women and girls.
“Less than one year after the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, their draconian policies are depriving millions of women and girls of their right to lead safe, free and fulfilling lives,” said Agnès Callamard, Amnesty secretary general.
“If the international community fails to act, it will be abandoning women and girls in Afghanistan, and undermining human rights everywhere,” she said.
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RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Texas Tech linebacker Bryce Ramirez was carted off in the first quarter Saturday night at No. 16 North Carolina State with an apparent serious leg injury.
Ramirez was injured when teammates tackled Wolfpack running back Jordan Houston, with the pile rolling over Ramirez’s left leg that was planted in the turf. The leg bent below the knee and was twisted abnormally as he laid on the grass, with team training staffers using a towel to cover the lower left leg as they began treating him.
The game was stopped for roughly 10 minutes before he was lifted onto the cart. Ramirez was alert and multiple N.C. State players came by to offer a fist tap or well-wishes before he left with 4:02 on the clock.
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The Hollywood enthusiast and local industry leader joins the team to manage operations and launch the newly opened luxury lifestyle hotel within the Oxford Hotels & Resorts portfolio into its next era of hospitality
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oxford Hotels & Resorts, LLC and The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood announce the appointment of Konstantine Kabilafkas as general manager of the brand's first west coast location. Bringing more than two decades of industry experience, Kabilafkas now oversees operations of the 220-room luxury lifestyle property, including onsite amenities like its food & beverage outlets, including the SoCal-centric restaurant and bar About Last Knife (ALK); a courtyard event space; and the 12,000 square foot I|O Rooftop—the largest public rooftop space in Los Angeles—which boasts a 70-foot projection mapping video wall, two bars, swimming pool, fire pits, and water feature. Sponsored and managed by Oxford Capital Group, LLC and Oxford Hotels & Resorts, LLC, respectively, The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood is Oxford's 10th California property, and 12th in the Western region.
"We look forward to continuing the growth of Oxford Hotels & Resorts' talent by welcoming General Manager Konstantine Kabilafkas to the team," says George Jordan, President of Oxford Hotels & Resorts, LLC. "The Godfrey stands as a new beacon of hospitality in the Hollywood area, and it will be exciting to see Kabilafkas lead the hotel by showcasing the individuality of the property as we embark into the property's second year."
After spending his teens and early-20s in Hollywood as an aspiring musician and avid concertgoer, Kabilafkas hopes to bring the true spirit of the Hollywood experience to the hotel. Kabilafkas is all for "freedom, flexibility, and fun," as his original career plan was to enter the rock 'n roll scene as a performer on the Sunset Strip. Kabilafkas aims to integrate a piece of this mindset into his work at The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood, where he is dedicated to creating an elevated, yet accessible experience for guests and locals looking for vibrant nightlife, dynamic restaurants, sophisticated architecture, innovative technology, high touch service culture, and prime location.
"Growing up in Los Angeles, I have seen how this iconic neighborhood has changed and adapted throughout the years, witnessing The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood become a frontrunner in the area's hospitality scene for authentic experiences," says Kabilafkas. "I am excited to showcase more of the essence of Hollywood at the hotel, while continuing to establish the hotel's unique identity in the neighborhood."
Kabilafkas began his work in the hospitality field during high school, working as a dishwasher at one of his family's 19 Southern California restaurants. While continuing to play music part-time, he then learned to work in all stations of a restaurant and took this experience to later become the owner of his own restaurant. In search of a lifestyle that did not require a seven-day work week, he dedicated his time to his wife and newborn daughter and returned to his family's homeland of Greece for several months. Upon returning to the States, Kabilafkas continued his food & beverage expertise with director roles at Santa Monica's Hotel Casa del Mar, Canary Hotel in Santa Barbara, the iconic Biltmore in Los Angeles, and others. He has since held key leadership positions at the Luxe in Bel-Air, TAO group at The Dream in Hollywood The Standard in Downtown Los Angeles and was the opening general manager the Pasadena Hotel & Pool, before joining The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood team.
To learn more about The Godfrey Hollywood, visit www.godfreyhotelhollywood.com, or follow along @godfreyhotelhollywood on Instagram.
About The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood
Located in the vibrant heart of Southern California's most iconic neighborhood, The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood sits one block south of Sunset Blvd. and is a short walk from many of the region's most sought-after destinations. This includes the famed Hollywood Bowl amphitheater, Universal Studios, the Capitol Records building, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Grauman's Chinese Theatre, the Hollywood Pantages Theatre, and more. With art fabricated by Los Angeles native artist Nick Petronzio in partnership with curator Kevin Barry Fine Art, interior designer The Gettys Group and architect Steinberg Hart, this all-new 220-room hotel embodies the energy of—and in a way defines—new Hollywood. It arrived at an exciting time for the neighborhood as major entertainment, tech, and creative houses now call the area home including Netflix, Live Nation, Fender, and Buzzfeed. Locals and visitors alike enjoy the property's SoCal-centric restaurant and bar About Last Knife (ALK) and the 12,000 square foot I|O Rooftop, featuring a 70-foot projection mapping video wall, two bars, and swimming pool. The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood is Oxford Hotels & Resorts 10th hotel in California and 12th in the western region.
About Oxford Capital Group, LLC
Oxford Capital Group, LLC is an award-winning international real estate investment, development, and management firm that focuses on large-scale acquisitions, developments, redevelopments, and operationally intensive real estate. Oxford, its affiliates, and principals have been involved in over $3 billion of real estate and private equity investments, with a primary focus on hospitality (15,000+ hotel rooms); hospitality anchored mixed use projects including multi-family (1,000+ units); senior housing (3,000+ units); urban retail; and parking. Oxford Hotels & Resorts, LLC is its wholly owned hotel management affiliate, which specializes in operating, managing, and branding distinctive, high design luxury lifestyle hotels, and food & beverage venues. Its growing national portfolio of luxury lifestyle hotels and brands include Audrey, Cass, Felix, Godfrey, Griffon, Julian, King George, Le Méridien Essex Chicago, London House, Hotel Los Gatos, Porter, Thompson (Chicago), Versey, and Vertigo. It also has a growing collection of restaurants, rooftops, bars and pool-centric food & beverage venues. These include About Last Knife (ALK), I|O Rooftop, LH Rooftop, Ruka, and WTR. Oxford Living, LLC is its senior housing investment and management platform. Oxford Residential, LLC is its multi-family development affiliate.
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American Academy of Ophthalmology looks to build momentum on national, bipartisan reform bill to ensure timely access to care
SAN FRANCISCO, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- After a year of sustained advocacy from the ophthalmology community, Aetna announced this week that it will no longer require pre-approval for cataract surgeries starting July 1, 2022, except for people enrolled in Medicare Advantage in Florida and Georgia*. While it remains unclear why these two states are excluded from the rollback, the American Academy of Ophthalmology will continue its effort to protect all patients from abusive prior authorization policies.
Last July, the nation's third-largest health insurer instituted a sweeping and unprecedented new policy requiring pre-approval for all physician-prescribed cataract surgeries. The policy applied equally among its members, from children born with cataracts, to adults whose cataracts interfere with their ability to drive, to people in need of emergency cataract surgery before vision-threatening retinal conditions can be treated.
The impact was swift and chaotic. The Academy estimates that 10,000 to 20,000 Aetna beneficiaries had their cataract surgery unnecessarily delayed in the month of July alone. Since then, the Academy has heard countless stories of patients who were delayed or denied sight-restoring care.
"Aetna's decision to impose a prior authorization requirement for cataract surgery was very difficult to understand since the indications for surgery are well established and the benefits clear," said Stephen D. McLeod, MD, CEO of the Academy. "And the immediate impact on patients subject to unnecessary delay should have been obvious: this is an incredibly common procedure with some 4 million Americans undergoing cataract surgery each year. It has an extremely high success rate with regards to safety and vision improvement, and studies have consistently shown that cataract surgery improves quality of life, lowers the risk of falls and car accidents, and is associated with reduced cognitive decline amongst older adults"
The Academy teamed up with the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery to provide documented patient cases and membership data that substantiated the need for Aetna to rescind its disruptive policy. Both organizations amplified the voices of patients across the country who were harmed by unnecessary care delays and ophthalmologists whose practices struggled under a burdensome approval process that prevented needed treatment.
Advocacy efforts included meeting with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to request increased oversight and working with bipartisan Congressional leaders to advance the Improving Seniors' Timely Access to Care Act of 2021 (H.R. 3173/S. 3018).
Today, support for this common-sense legislation, which will put important guardrails around prior authorization, has grown to include more than 300 U.S. House members and 34 U.S. Senators. The legislation has been endorsed by nearly 500 patient, provider, and other advocacy organizations.
"We thank the original sponsors of the bills, Representatives Suzan DelBene (D-WA), Mike Kelly (R-PA), Ami Bera, MD (D-CA), and Larry Bucshon, MD (R-IN) as well as Senators Roger Marshall, MD (R-KS), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ), and John Thune (R-SD), for their steadfast leadership in advancing legislation that will help to ensure our nation's seniors continue to receive the high-quality, timely care they deserve," said David Glasser, MD, the Academy's secretary for Federal Affairs.
If enacted, the legislation would streamline and standardize prior authorization in the Medicare Advantage (MA) program, providing much-needed oversight and transparency while protecting beneficiaries from unnecessary care delays and denials. The legislation would require Medicare Advantage plans to:
- Establish an electronic prior authorization (ePA) program and require MA plans to adopt ePA capabilities, including the ability to provide real-time decisions;
- Annually publish specified prior authorization information, including average response time and the percentage of requests approved, to improve transparency;
- Ensure prior authorization requests are reviewed by qualified medical personnel; and
- Protect beneficiaries from any disruptions in care due to prior authorization requirements as they transition between MA plans.
While the Academy is encouraged by Aetna's reversal and hopeful that federal reform legislation will be enacted into law, Academy leadership remains vigilant in the ongoing battle to protect patients and physicians from abusive health insurance practices.
*Cataract surgery for Florida and Georgia MA beneficiaries will still require prior authorization through iCare.
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Focuses on complex commercial and financial services litigation, as well as Section 230 cases
WASHINGTON, Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mohamed Awan joins Crowell & Moring as a partner in its Litigation and Mass Tort, Product, and Consumer Litigation groups, where he will provide clients with valuable experience in consumer class actions, complex commercial litigation, and financial services litigation. One of his areas of focus is defending companies in matters related to Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act of 1996, a federal law that shields companies against civil lawsuits for content posted on their platforms by a third party.
Awan has significant experience litigating class action matters in federal courts around the country, including multiple warranty claim class actions for one of the leading automobile manufacturers in the United States. He also represents clients in various litigation matters arising from mergers and acquisitions, including those concerning broken deals, material adverse change provisions, takeover defenses, activist shareholders, fraud, and breach of representations and warranties. Awan joins the firm from Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP where he was a partner in the litigation practice. Prior to that, Awan was a corporate lawyer at Kirkland & Ellis in New York.
"Mohamed will be a true asset to Crowell clients, having background in both class action and financial services litigation," said April Ross, vice-chair of the Mass Tort, Product, and Consumer Litigation Group at Crowell & Moring. "His experience handling product liability and warranty matters and his experience managing large, multi-jurisdictional matters will expand our class action bench and enhance our national litigation platform."
Awan is the latest addition to the firm's financial services practice. In April 2021, the firm combined with financial services powerhouse Kibbe & Orbe; a few months later, Brian Hail and Rick Hyman joined the firm's New York office; and in December 2021, a highly-regarded derivatives team joined the firm's London office.
"We are thrilled to welcome Mohamed to the firm and look forward to introducing him and his deep experience to our clients," said Keith Harrison, co-chair of the Litigation Group at Crowell & Moring. "He brings a broad range of talents and an impressive track record in the complex commercial litigation and financial services spaces that will benefit corporate clients navigating challenges to their business. Whether it is in contract disputes, shareholder derivative suits, securities matters, and beyond, Mohamed is poised to truly make an impact."
Awan earned his law degree, cum laude, from the American University Washington College of Law and his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan. He previously clerked for U.S. District Court Judge Lawrence P. Zatkoff, of the Eastern District of Michigan. Awan is a former board member of New American Leaders, a nonprofit group that supports increasing diversity among elected officials.
"I was drawn to Crowell's sophisticated, national platform that tackles the most complex of litigation cases," said Awan. "Having worked in parallel with several of the firm's lawyers on related matters, I couldn't have been more impressed — certainly by their skillful handling of the cases, but also by their innovative thinking and collaboration. As a diverse lawyer, I also appreciate the opportunity to join a firm that puts a sincere, authentic focus on crucial issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion. I am thrilled to be joining the Crowell team."
About Crowell & Moring LLP
Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia. Drawing on significant government, business, industry and legal experience, the firm helps clients capitalize on opportunities and provides creative solutions to complex litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, and corporate and transactional issues. The firm is consistently recognized for its commitment to pro bono service and its programs and initiatives to advance diversity, equity and inclusion.
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Blue Cow Ice Cream Company is opening a new ice cream shop in the Village Shopping Center at 1707 Three Chopt Road and celebrating with free scoops on Friday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Headquartered in Roanoke, Blue Cow churns out hand-crafted flavors in small batches made from simple and real ingredients, including non-dairy and vegan offerings, according to the shop.
“Our ice cream makers spin out fresh ice cream daily and nearly everything going into our products is hand made by our team in central kitchen located in Roanoke,” said Jason Kiser, who owns Blue Cow with his wife, Carolyn. “And while we are proud of the culinary-driven process and attention to detail we put into our products, it’s about more than just creating great ice cream – it’s about the community and the experience. One of the real joys in our business is being able to play a small part in the many celebrations and life moments our customers enjoy over a scoop, and being part of and contributing to a vibrant, local culinary scene,” said Carolyn Kiser.
The Richmond location will be open daily with flavors like sea salt brickle with caramel swirl and backyard basil chip posted to bluecowicecream.com and on Instagram at @bluecowicecream.
Blue Cow operates four scoop shops throughout the state in Roanoke, Richmond, Fredericksburg, and Virginia Beach.
*Editor's note: An earlier online version of this article had the wrong date for the grand opening celebration.
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Online Digital Competition Opens as Part of IDEAL Elite Trades Championship Series
SYCAMORE, Ill., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC., a family-owned business that designs and manufactures products for the professional trades, and Intersport, an independent award-winning marketing agency headquartered in Chicago, today joined with ServiceTitan, a software platform built to power the trades, to announce the first-ever ServiceTitan HVAC National Championship competition. The competition, now open, is the newest addition to the IDEAL Elite Trades Championship Series and will celebrate and showcase the incredible skills of HVAC professionals and students across the country.
The program will include two qualifying rounds before 30 finalists (fifteen professionals and fifteen apprentices) are selected for the all-expense-paid trip to compete in the National Championship semi-finals and finals on Nov. 2 in Tampa, Florida. In addition to title bragging rights, finalists will vie for cash and prizes totaling over $115,000.
"Tradespeople are the country's backbone, and the pandemic reminded us that we can't take our essential skilled trade workers for granted," said Doug Sanford, Senior Vice President of IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. "We're thrilled to partner with ServiceTitan to expand on the success of the series to include an all-new program focused on the HVAC technicians."
"Technicians are the unsung heroes that work tirelessly to keep our heaters working in the dead of winter, and our air conditioners running during a scorching summer heatwave," said Tom Howard, Vice President of Customer Success at ServiceTitan. "For far too long the trades industry has not been given the spotlight it deserves and I'm incredibly proud that ServiceTitan is a part of this effort to showcase the skills and experience of some of the most talented technicians in the industry."
Unlike the other national championship events in the series, which hold live regional qualifying events, the ServiceTitan HVAC National Championship will have its qualifying events exclusively online, increasing the opportunity for participation. The Digital Online Qualifier round, which runs through July 31, is open to any HVAC apprentices with less than three years of experience or any Professionals who are EPA-Certified, Licensed Technicians, and have more than three years of experience. While registration is required, there is no fee to participate.
The qualifying round will feature a five-minute multiple-choice test. Those who pass will advance to a practical skill set round, which will run from Aug. 1-Sept. 25. The top 15 apprentices and the top 15 professionals will be invited to compete live in the semi-finals at the Tampa Convention Center.
All qualifying round winners who advance to the semi-finals will receive a custom VIP prize package from ServiceTitan HVAC National Championship sponsors and an all-expenses-paid trip to Tampa, Florida, to compete in the 2022 program. Other sponsors supporting the ServiceTitan National HVAC Championship include 7-Eleven, Duluth Trading and Little Giant Ladder Systems.
For more information and to register to compete, visit www.HVACNationals.com.
IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. is a global, diversified family-owned business designing and manufacturing superior products for the electrical, lighting and infrastructure industries. The 105-year-old company was founded in 1916 on the premise of forging ideal relationships with customers, employees, partners and communities. The company has consistently grown and expanded under five generations of family ownership. For more information, visit www.idealindustries.com.
Since 1985, Intersport has been an award-winning innovator and leader in the creation of sports, lifestyle, culinary and entertainment-based marketing platforms. With expertise in Sponsorship Consulting, Experiential Marketing, Hospitality, Customer Engagement, Content Marketing, Productions and Sports Properties, this Chicago-based Marketing & Media Solutions Company helps their clients to create ideas, content and experiences that attract and engage passionate audiences. To learn more about Intersport, visit www.intersport.global, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter and Instagram.
ServiceTitan is a cloud-based software platform built to power trades businesses. The company's end-to-end solution gives contractors the tools they need to run and grow their business, manage their back office, and provide a stellar customer experience. By bringing an integrated SaaS platform to an industry historically underserved by technology, ServiceTitan is equipping tradespeople with the technology they need to keep the world running. ServiceTitan is backed by world-class investors including Bessemer Venture Partners, ICONIQ Growth, Index Ventures, Tiger Global Management, and T. Rowe Price.
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Hip to be smart: ‘Jeopardy’ savors run of super champions
NEW YORK (AP) — As Mattea Roach, Amy Schneider and Matt Amodio can attest, it’s cool to be smart again.
“Jeopardy!” is on an unusual run of super champs. In the past seven months, each of those contestants has landed in the television game show’s historical list of top five winning streaks. Roach’s run of victories ended on her 24th game Friday.
The timing couldn’t be better for “Jeopardy!” — and the show’s fans know all about timing.
The show had been reeling last summer after it bungled the process of replacing late host Alex Trebek. Mike Richards was fired as both host and executive producer of the show after insensitive statements he had made on a podcast surfaced.
“It has really let people fall in love with ‘Jeopardy!’ again and forget about what happened to focus on all of these amazing contestants,” said Andy Saunders, who runs thejeopardyfan.com website.
Amodio, a doctoral candidate at Yale University, ran off 38 straight wins before he was beaten last October. He soon gave way to Schneider, the engineering manager from Oakland who was a fixture on TV over the holidays before her streak ended at 40. Roach, a 23-year-old tutor from Toronto, was the show’s youngest major champion.
They joined Ken Jennings, whose 74-game streak in 2004 has never seriously been challenged and high-stakes gambler James Holzhauer, who won 32 in 2019, in the “Jeopardy!” top five.
The show, which has aired regularly since 1984, changed its rules in 2003 to allow people to stay on until they lose. Prior to that, winners were capped at five games.
Ask Michael Davies, the show’s executive producer, why the sudden run of big winners, and you get a verbal shrug.
“I don’t have a simple answer,” he said.
The “price” for such long runs can be a string of dull games because the players are so dominant. Yet the winning streaks create strong characters in ways that are unusual for game shows. People tune in to root for or against them like they do for sports teams, said Saunders, who has worked in game show production.
That’s reflected in the ratings. The “Jeopardy!” audience is up 400,000 this year in an era most shows are shrinking, Davies said. The game averaged 9.4 million viewers a night during the third week in April, more than any program that week on prime-time television, the Nielsen company said.
“The people that win are the people who make the most attempts, the ones who are able to unscramble what it is that they’re asking faster than anybody else,” Davies said.
Schneider and Roach were notable for their impressive breadth of knowledge, and they were rarely wrong. Amodio was particularly adept at harder questions with a big monetary value and he sought them out first, pinning hopes on a “shock and awe” strategy that demoralized opponents.
Since he’s been producer, Davies said “Jeopardy!” has been trying broaden out the subject matter that contestants face.
“We’re trying to test excellence,” said Davies, who was producer of “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” during Regis Philbin’s heyday. “We’re trying to test people on how much they really know. We don’t want it to be for people who know trivia. We want it to be for people who spend a lifetime reading books, acquiring knowledge.
“We celebrate facts,” he said. “We celebrate people who know things.”
Not all television viewers know this, but “Jeopardy!” usually tapes a week’s worth of episodes in a single day. That can help a champion who gets on a roll.
But after they lost, both Schneider and Roach pointed to fatigue as a factor.
“I do think that my last two games, I was maybe just out of it,” said Roach, who had to come from behind for her last win. “I was really, really tired. I remember yawning uncontrollably before playing my second-to-last game. From what I recall, I believe I was slower on the buzzer, I was not able to come up with responses.”
She’ll be back for the yearly Tournament of Champions, competing with Amodio and Schneider. Davies, a sports fan, wants to put more emphasis on the event that brings together each year’s best contestants, and to make sure it is held each year at the same time, in the fall.
“I think it’s pretty clear that this has been good for the franchise,” he said.
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Television Writer Lynn Elber contributed to this report.
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BENTON HARBOR, Mich., July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Whirlpool Corp. (NYSE: WHR) announced today it has been named to Forbes' list of "America's Best Employers for Women 2022." The final list ranks 400 American companies that are admired by employees for their dedication to their female workforce and diverse representation across the organization.
"We are honored to have been recognized by Forbes for our efforts to support female employees and provide an environment for them to bring their talent and thrive," said Carey Martin, chief human resources officer for Whirlpool Corp. "For over 110 years, we have been committed to cultivating a diverse workforce, including more women in leadership roles, in order to help drive innovation at the company to improve the life at home for our consumers."
Whirlpool Corp. has taken meaningful actions to cultivate a strong, inclusive and diverse culture and support its female employees around the world. In 2018, CEO Marc Bitzer became a Catalyst CEO Champion for Change signatory with the pledge to increase the company's female representation in executive and senior level positions and ensure accelerated inclusion of women, including women of color, in senior roles. The company has also continued to action several initiatives to celebrate the diversity of its workforce, and has eleven employee resource groups (ERGs) worldwide, including the Whirlpool Women's Network (WWN), which empowers and engages women at all levels across the organization through networking events, career development programs, and advanced leadership opportunities.
Whirlpool Corp.'s commitment to its female employees is part of the company's core value of Inclusion and Diversity. In recognition of these efforts, Whirlpool Corp. is regularly recognized as a leading company in employee engagement and support. In 2022, the company was named to the 2022 Seramount Top Companies for Executive Women list as well as included on the 2022 Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion for the sixth straight year.
America's Best Employers for Women 2022 were identified through a joint survey from Forbes and Statista of approximately 50,000 Americans working for companies with more than 1,000 employees in the United States. The survey evaluation was based on four different categorical criteria including:
- General work topics—women's evaluations of their employer's atmosphere and development, image, working conditions, salary and wage, workplace, and diversity and inclusion
- Topics related to women—women's evaluations of their employer's parental leave, family support, flexibility, discrimination, representation and career, and pay equity.
- Indirect recommendation—women's evaluations of other employers in their respective industries that stand out either positively or negatively in regard to diversity
- Diversity among top executives / board—an index was built based on the share of women in executive management or board positions.
- Click here to see the full list of Forbes "America's Best Employers for Women 2022."
About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is committed to being the best global kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. In an increasingly digital world, the company is driving purposeful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, JennAir, Indesit and Yummly. In 2021, the company reported approximately $22 billion in annual sales, 69,000 employees and 54 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com
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BEIJING, June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Therorna Inc., a China-based biotech company specialized in the development of cutting-edge circular RNA (or circRNA) technology-based new vaccines and therapies, announced the completion of a US$42 million Series A financing round. The round was co-led by a well-known industrial investment firm and MSA Capital, with participation from Sherpa Healthcare Partners, 3H Health Investment, and existing investors Quan Capital and Cenova Capital, demonstrating their continuous commitment to supporting Therorna's growth. With the new funding, Therorna plans to accelerate the build-out of its technology platform and the development of its product pipeline, as well as the clinical trials, regulatory applications, and international collaborations.
Therorna was founded in Beijing in April 2021. The company focuses on leveraging its proprietary circRNA technology platform to develop next-generation vaccines and innovative therapies. The company has established a strong pipeline of novel prophylactic and therapeutic drugs aiming to address high unmet medical needs. When combined with the previously completed angel and pre-A rounds, the company has to date raised over US$60 million.
The scientific founder of Therorna, Professor Wensheng Wei said, "We really appreciate the support of our investors. As the world continues to suffer from the COVID-19, scientists are obliged to shoulder the responsibility to provide scientific solutions to end this pandemic. We are devoted to accelerating the clinical application of our circRNA-based vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 and its variants."
Therorna Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Daniel Tang commented, "I am very grateful for the support of our new and existing investors in this financing round. The successful completion of this round will play a key role in helping Therorna accelerate the development of a new broad-spectrum COVID-19 vaccine and the discovery of additional novel therapies for a variety of diseases. Our team will continue to spare no effort to advance the circRNA platform technology to develop the next-generation of breakthrough therapies and quickly deliver meaningful social benefits."
MSA Capital founder and managing partner Yu Zeng added, "We are confident in the potential of circRNA technology for drug development in the area of protein expression and regulation. Compared with linear RNA, circRNA boasts breakthroughs in expression, stability, immunogenicity, and production. In terms of the technology, Chinese scientists have proven their internationally recognized capabilities at innovation and efficient transformation. MSA Capital is impressed by Therorna's strong team of scientists and entrepreneurs. As a serial entrepreneur, Professor Wei has deep expertise in gene editing and circRNA technology application, and Therorna's management team has rich experience in drug R&D and industrial management. MSA Capital will make use of its resources to support the expansion of Therorna in international markets."
Sherpa Healthcare Partners investment VP Dr. Changzu Cai said, "mRNA drugs have achieved notable success in the application of COVID-19 vaccines, but challenges in terms of side effects remain to be addressed. Linear RNA is easily degraded and its application beyond vaccines is still under exploration. Thanks to its unique structure, the circRNA as a tool for protein expression has been proven to maintain a relatively stable protein expression level in vivo for a longer time, which is expected to further expand the application scenarios of RNA therapy. The team led by Professor Wei is leveraging their experience in applying circRNA as a gene editing tool to support the development of the circRNA expression tool. The proprietary circularization method developed by Therorna has demonstrated its advantages in terms of dosage, and activation of cellular immunity by being first applied in COVID-19 vaccines. We are pleased to continue supporting the efforts of Wei Lab in converting innovations into benefits for patients and communities, while looking forward to transforming Therorna into a platform-based circRNA technology-focused company with an international presence."
3H Health partner Dr. Minchuan Wang said, "circRNA has better stability and long-lasting expression with a potential for creating a new RNA therapy platform. The combination of Professor Wei's team with strong technical expertise in circRNA and the management team established at an earlier stage of the company with members having rich experience in promoting the adoption of new technologies will help accelerate the clinical transformation of circRNA. We are honored to support Therorna in this financing round, and we will work with the company's team, and their new and existing investors, to help the company assume a leadership role in the realm of circRNA, providing patients with pioneering therapies and addressing unmet clinical needs."
Exclusive financial advisor for this transaction and CEC Capital Managing Director, Echo Zhang commented, "circRNA has attracted widespread attention as an emerging technology for RNA drugs. Therorna is expected to take the lead in advancing the technology into clinical applications. We are honored to help Therorna complete this round of financing, and we believe that Therorna will lead the development of the global circRNA sector."
About MSA Capital
Founded in 2014, MSA Capital is an independent global private equity and venture capital firm with over $2.0 billion under management. The firm manages capital from the world's top sovereign wealth funds, international asset managers, pension funds, university endowments, fund of funds and family offices, as well as China's leading new economy entrepreneurs.
MSA actively partners with outstanding entrepreneurs in China and other technology markets to build leading, innovative companies that aim to deliver strong financial returns and meaningful, positive impact. The firm is headquartered in Beijing, with resident teams in Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, Middle East, North Africa and the United States.
About Sherpa Healthcare Partners
Sherpa Healthcare Partners ("Sherpa") was founded in 2018, the founders previously worked together in one of China's leading venture capital firms, built and led its professional medical investment team since 2011, set up the dedicated healthcare investment fund and responsible for healthcare investment. The founders have been teamed together in close co-operation, built on shared values, mutual trust, and complementary capabilities. Sherpa has now become an influential healthcare VC firm in the industry. Sherpa has invested in leading companies in many key areas, such as Pharma, GeneTech, MedTech and Medical services. From 2011 to 2020, the team has gone through 4 vintage year cycles of multiple U.S dollar funds and RMB funds and made 100 investments. Sherpa has the honor to work with many outstanding entrepreneurs and grow together with them.
About 3H Health Investment
3H Health Investment is a Hong Kong and Shanghai based healthcare venture capital firm. It focuses on unmet medical needs and invests in emerging fields of science and medicine to deliver breakthroughs to patients. Leveraging its extensive resources with clinical institutions, industry partners and policy institutes, 3H builds leading innovative healthcare companies together with its partners.
About Quan Capital
Quan capital is a life sciences venture capital firm with strong China expertise and global capabilities. We discover, incubate, and grow next-generation life science companies in early and growth stage, worldwide. Our portfolio companies pioneer differentiated therapies and enabling technologies to address major human diseases with high unmet medical needs.
Quan has offices in Shanghai, Menlo Park and Boston. Our investment professionals combine their strong expertise in both science and business with their diverse experiences in global drug development and healthcare investments, and they leverage their broad network worldwide to help maximize the company's value across geographies and development stages. Visit www.quancapital.com to learn more about us.
About Cenova Capital
Cenova Capital is one of the earliest healthcare funds dedicated to early and growth-stage investments in the life sciences and healthcare sectors in China. Since inception in 2010, Cenova Capital now has six funds under management with investments in over 80 companies in pharmaceuticals, medical devices,healthcare services and digital heath. Cenova Capital's investors are mainly large domestic and international institutional investors including Asian sovereign wealth investors, government institutions, insurance companies, financial institutions and multinational companies.
About CEC Capital
CEC Capital is a leading Chinese FA with a focus on the global TMT, consumption and health sectors. In addition to investment banking, CEC Capital is managing a RMB fund and a dollar fund with offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Los Angeles and San Francisco, and it also has a license to the US securities market. The healthcare industry is an advantageous industry that CEC Capital is concerned about. Meanwhile, CEC Capital has the largest and most professional health investment banking team in China with the most complete industry chain.
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Faith Reyes, 10, gets ready to dive into Cochiti Lake after her sister, Nevaeh Reyes, as her cousin, Ben Gutierrez, swims by Tuesday. The temperature in Santa Fe hit 93 degrees Tuesday, but relief is possible in the form of midweek rain.
Harmony Reyes, 11, takes a break from splashing and diving with her sisters and cousins to float in Cochiti Lake on Tuesday. Reyes and her family, from Budaghers, said they make the trip to the lake weekly and will likely squeeze in another trip as temperatures remain high this week.
Faith Reyes, 10, gets ready to dive into Cochiti Lake after her sister, Nevaeh Reyes, as her cousin, Ben Gutierrez, swims by Tuesday. The temperature in Santa Fe hit 93 degrees Tuesday, but relief is possible in the form of midweek rain.
Harmony Reyes, 11, takes a break from splashing and diving with her sisters and cousins to float in Cochiti Lake on Tuesday. Reyes and her family, from Budaghers, said they make the trip to the lake weekly and will likely squeeze in another trip as temperatures remain high this week.
The parking lot in downtown Santa Fe wasn't quite hot enough to meet Murad Kirdar's warning for pets.
Kirdar, a spokesman for the Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society, put it this way: If you can put the back of your hand on warm pavement for five seconds without pulling it away, the ground is cool enough to walk your dog.
If it's too hot for your hand, it's too hot for your dog.
Still, the temperature hovered around 93 degrees in the city Tuesday afternoon and climbed far higher in other regions of the state, raising concerns about heat-related health conditions and sending some people to emergency rooms.
In the past week or so, temperatures around much of New Mexico have been 10 to 15 degrees higher than the 30-year averages for the period, said Randall Hergert, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Albuquerque.
His agency issued heat advisories in areas where temperatures were expected to hit or surpass 100 degrees, such as the Albuquerque metro area, the Española Valley, Farmington and northwestern New Mexico.
Hergert recommends people stay indoors as much as possible, drink lots of water and check in on those who may be more vulnerable to the effects of high heat, "like the elderly, children and infants and pets — anybody who might not be able to handle the heat as much as some of us."
The New Mexico Department of Health reported Tuesday there were 94 heat-related ER visits statewide between July 1 and Monday. The agency warned of the possibility of heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke brought on by the unusually high temperatures.
The department also urged residents not leave children or pets in a parked car — even for a few minutes. "Not only is it law in many cases, but the health risks rapidly become highly dangerous," the agency said in a news release.
Kirdar reminded people to make sure pets have cool drinking water on hand at all times.
Relief — in the form of lower temperatures and downpours — could be on the way, perhaps as soon as Wednesday afternoon, Hergert said. The welcome monsoon from June and early July is expected to return for several days this week, with "peak activity between 3 and 7 p.m. tapering off by the evening hours."
The chance for rain in the Santa Fe area is 40 to 50 percent Wednesday and Thursday, and around 40 percent Friday, he said. It could also rain also over the weekend.
Residents should expect the "garden variety moderate to heavy rainfall," Hergert said.
That could be bad news for areas of the state hit hard by wildfire, as heavy rains could lead to dangerous flash floods on scared lands, he added.
In the past month, many parts of the state have received 3 to 4 inches more rain than usual for this time of year. Santa Fe received 4.7 inches of rain between June 19 and July 19, Hergert said — an increase of 2 to 3 inches from past years.
"We have some money in the bank, if you will," he said of the excess rainfall. "We are well above precipitation for first few weeks of monsoon.
Robert Nott has covered education and youth issues for the Santa Fe New Mexican. He is assigned to The New Mexican's city desk where he covers a general assignment beat.
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A painting auction, print sales and naming rights are all part of fundraising $1.5M for the new Rockwell Park in Oconomowoc
After raising $1.3 million to purchase the land for the future Rockwell Park in 2021, residents are once again fundraising — this time to build the park they envisioned for the community.
Chris and Frank Both, who both initially led the charge for the park project in 2020 and 2021, have announced plans to raise even more now to help the park get built.
To kick off the latest effort, the community has called on one of its own: lifelong resident and artist Tim Spransy. When he heard the project would be fundraising again, he offered to create a painting that could be auctioned off. He spent three months painting a scenic depiction of the park looking out over Lac La Belle.
The painting was unveiled Aug. 21 at the conclusion of the Light Up the Lake Boat Parade & Fireworks. Bidding for the painting starts at $20,000, and the auction is active until Oct. 15. Additionally, 25 giclée prints that Spransy used for the painting are also being sold for $1,000 each.
"It truly shows what makes this park amazing," Chris Both said. "You have great sunrises and sunsets, and Tim created that for us and also donated the prints he used for park fundraising. He is a great example of someone from the community doing what they do best to help this project."
The latest fundraising effort mirrors the effort of the previous campaign to obtain the land. More than 1,000 donors contributed over six months. The $1.3 million raised went toward purchasing the land at 517 N. Lake Road from a developer that planned to put a condominium there. The neighboring property, 525 N. Lake Road, was donated to the city after being purchased for $600,000 by the Chuck and Pat Herro family.
Now, the leaders of the Rockwell Park project are hoping to raise a bit more.
"After reviewing a design by an engineering firm for the park, we know what it will take to fully realize the vision for what we'd like, and that's $1.5 million," Chris Both said. "We really think this is going to be the jewel of Oconomowoc."
Fundraising is well underway. Chris Both said that they have already raised $400,000, and there are even more verbal commitments.
In addition to the painting auction, selling naming rights will also be used for fundraising. As part of the current designs, Chris Both said plans for the park include restoring the shoreline, building two handicap-accessible kayak launches, a boardwalk below Peacock Dam, restrooms, walking paths, a "front porch" with swings, a shaded terrace garden and benches.
"We're off to a great start," he said. "We are actively soliciting donations for the park, and the plan is to have some of the grading done late this fall to get the work on the park started."
To bid on the painting, purchase a print or donate to the park fund, visit www.oconparksandtrails.org/.
Drew Dawson can be reached at ddawson@jrn.com or 262-289-1324.
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CANNES, France — After a canceled 2020 edition and a scaled-back gathering last year, the Cannes Film Festival kicked off Tuesday which what organizers hope will be a fully resuscitated French Riviera spectacular.
Formally attired stars including Eva Longoria, Julianne Moore and Forest Whitaker were among those streaming down the Cannes’ famous red carpet Tuesday for the opening of the 75th Cannes Film Festival.
The war in Ukraine was at the forefront, with a video address from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy playing Tuesday night before the premiere of Michel Hazanavicius’ zombie comedy “Final Cut.”
Zelenskyy called on filmmakers to call out dictators in the same way that Charlie Chaplin satirized Adolf Hitler during World War II.
Zelenskyy also encouraged filmmakers to promote values of democracy and freedom in their work, asking if cinema will “stay quiet” as hundreds die.
The Ukrainian president said his country will continue fighting for its freedom and it will win this war.
More star-studded premieres — “Top Gun: Maverick!” “Elvis!” — await over the next 12 days.
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WASHINGTON — The U.S. dollar has been surging so much that it’s nearly equal in value to the euro for the first time in 20 years. That trend, though, threatens to hurt American companies because their goods become more expensive for foreign buyers. If U.S. exports were to weaken as a result, so, too, would the already-slowing U.S. economy.
Yet there’s a positive side for Americans, too: A stronger buck provides modest relief from runaway inflation because the vast array of goods that are imported to the U.S. — from cars and computers to toys and medical equipment — become less expensive. A strengthened dollar also delivers bargains to American tourists sightseeing in Europe, from Amsterdam to Athens.
The U.S. Dollar Index, which measures the value of American money against six major foreign currencies, has jumped nearly 12% this year to a two-decade high. The euro is now worth just under $1.02.
The dollar is climbing mainly because the Federal Reserve is raising interest rates more aggressively than central banks in other countries are in its effort to cool the hottest U.S. inflation in four decades. The Fed’s rate hikes cause yields on U.S. Treasurys to rise, which attracts investors seeking richer yields than they can get elsewhere in the world. This increased demand for dollar-denominated securities, in turn, boosts the dollar’s value.
Also contributing to the currency’s appeal, notes Rubeela Farooqi of High Frequency Economics, is that despite concern about a potential recession in the United States, “the U.S. economy is on firmer footing compared to Europe.”
Not since July 15, 2002, has the euro been valued at less than one dollar. On that day, the euro blew past parity with the dollar as huge U.S. trade deficits and accounting scandals on Wall Street pulled down the U.S. currency.
This year, the euro has sagged largely because of growing fears that the 19 countries that use the currency will sink into recession. The war in Ukraine has magnified oil and gas prices and punished European consumers and businesses.
In particular, Russia’s recent reduction in natural gas supplies has sent prices skyrocketing and raised fears of a total cutoff that could force governments to ration energy to industry to spare homes, schools and hospitals. (European leaders have denounced Moscow’s move as an effort to blackmail Europe for backing Ukraine and embracing Western sanctions in the aftermath of Russia’s invasion.)
Economists at Berenberg bank have calculated that at current rates of consumption the added gas bill would be 220 billion euros ($224 billion) over 12 months, or a whopping 1.5% of annual economic output.
“This war is a ‘body-blow’ to Europe,” Robin Brooks, chief economist at the institute of International Finance banking trade group, tweeted this week. “It undercuts Germany’s growth model that’s based on cheap Russian energy. Europe is facing a seismic shift, and (the) euro needs to fall to reflect that.”
A European slowdown could eventually give the European Central Bank less leeway to raise rates and moderate economic growth to address its own inflation problem. The ECB has announced that it will raise its key interest rate by a quarter-point when it meets later this month and possibly by up to a half point in September. A weaker euro feeds inflationary pressures by making imports to Europe more expensive.
Analysts at UniCredit said global recession fears were a prime driver in foreign exchange markets “amid the general view that the Fed might ultimately have more opportunity than many other central banks” to raise rates. The analysts also noted the dollar’s role as a globally recognized safe haven, in light of recent financial market turmoil, as another factor that’s boosting demand for the buck.
In the meantime, the dollar’s rise is complicating an already uncertain outlook for the United States, the world’s biggest economy. On the one hand, the stronger greenback makes foreign goods less expensive for Americans and eases inflationary pressures. But not by much.
Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody’s Analytics calculates that a 10% rise in the dollar over the past year, against the currencies of its trading partners, reduced inflation by about 0.4 percentage point. Though Zandi calls that a “meaningful” impact, he notes that consumer prices have soared 8.6% over the past year, the biggest year-over-year gain since 1981.
And a sturdier currency takes a toll on U.S. companies that do business overseas. For one thing, it erodes the profits of multinational companies that rely on overseas sales. The stronger dollar makes their foreign revenue worth less when they convert it to dollars and bring it home the United States. Microsoft, for example, last month downgraded the outlook for its April-June earnings “due to unfavorable foreign exchange rate movement.”
Worse, a stronger dollar makes U.S.-made products more expensive in overseas markets, while giving foreign products a price edge in the United States.
“The stronger dollar,” Zandi said, “weighs on (economic) growth as it results in reduced exports, more imports and thus a wider trade deficit.”
Indeed, a growing trade gap subtracted 3.2 percentage points from U.S. economic growth in the January-March period. That was the main reason why the nation’s gross domestic product — the broadest gauge of economic output — shrank at a 1.6% annual rate in the first quarter.
Economists say the risk of recession is already rising in the United States as the Fed raises borrowing costs and consumers deplete the savings they built up during the pandemic.
“The strength of the dollar,” said Eswar Prasad, an economist at Cornell University and the Brookings Institution, “will certainly do no favors for U.S. exporters.”
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Earned Nation's Highest Award for Valor during World War II
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Congressional Medal of Honor Society regretfully announces that Hershel "Woody" Williams, the last living World War II Medal of Honor Recipient, passed away on June 29, 2022, in Huntington, West Virginia, at the age of 98.
President Harry S. Truman presented Williams with the Medal of Honor on White House grounds in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 5, 1945, for his actions during the battle for Iwo Jima. On Feb. 23, 1945, then-Corporal Williams was a Marine Demolition Operator with Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 21st Marines, 3rd Marine Division, which confronted a series of camouflaged, reinforced concrete pill boxes lining the outskirts of an airfield that U.S. Marines were trying to take. Over the course of four hours, Williams, armed with a flamethrower and guarded by four Marine riflemen, repeatedly ran the width of the beach while under intense enemy fire to disarm and destroy seven pillboxes. His actions neutralized a considerable obstacle and created an access point for Marine Infantry units.
Speaking about the significance of the Medal of Honor Williams once said, "The Medal represents what the country has always stood for. Sacrifice. The day I was born . . . . I was handed a gem that is absolutely impossible to buy. That was my freedom. Can't pay for it. There is not enough money in the world. So this Medal, to me, stands for sacrifice and service."
Williams was born in Quiet Dell, West Virginia, on Oct. 2, 1923. He served in the Civilian Conservation Corps for one and a half years during the 1930s and then enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1943 while World War II was underway. Following his retirement from the military in 1969 as Chief Warrant Officer Four, he worked for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs as a Veterans Service Representative.
In 2010, Williams created the Woody Williams Foundation to honor and remember the sacrifices of Gold Star Families—the immediate family member(s) of a fallen service member who died while serving in a time of conflict. The USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB-4) was christened in his name in 2020. He was one of the charter members of the Congressional Medal of Honor Society when it was founded in 1958, and he served as its Chaplain for decades.
He is survived by numerous family members. Burial arrangements are pending.
There are 63 recipients alive today.
About the Congressional Medal of Honor Society
The Congressional Medal of Honor Society, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the Medal of Honor and its Recipients, inspiring Americans, and supporting the Recipients as they connect with communities across the country.
Chartered by Congress in 1958, its membership consists exclusively of those individuals who have received the Medal of Honor. There are 63 living Recipients.
The Society carries out its mission through outreach, education and preservation programs, including the Medal of Honor Museum, Congressional Medal of Honor Outreach Programs, the Congressional Medal of Honor Character Development Program, and the Congressional Medal of Honor Citizen Honors Awards for Valor and Service. The Society's programs and operations are funded by donations.
As part of Public Law 106-83, the Medal of the Honor Memorial Act, the Medal of Honor Museum, which is co-located with the Congressional Medal of Honor Society's headquarters on board the U.S.S. Yorktown at Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, was designated as one of three national Medal of Honor sites.
Learn more about the Medal of Honor and the Congressional Medal of Honor Society's initiatives at cmohs.org.
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Korean-American feminine care brand Rael secures milestone investment led by Colopl Next and Signite Partners, targeting continued product innovation and global expansion
LOS ANGELES, May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rael, the holistic personal care brand focused on clean period care, intimate care, and skincare, today announced the close of a $35 million Series B investment. This investment represents the largest amount raised in the US feminine care category to date and brings Rael's total funding to $59 million since the company was founded in 2017. The round was led by Colopl Next, the venture capital arm of Colopl, and Signite Partners, the corporate venture capital firm of Shinsegae Group, one of the largest conglomerates in Korea. The funding was also joined by Aarden Partners, ST Capital, and existing investors including Mirae Asset and Unilever Ventures.
Founded by three Korean-American women, including CEO Yanghee Paik, Rael first launched in the U.S. and expanded to South Korea, where the organic category represents over 30 percent of the total feminine care market in comparison to less than 10 percent in the United States. The latest investment is indicative of Rael's ongoing success as the company continues its rapid expansion, becoming a top-selling brand in the US and Korea and expanding to 12 other international countries.
"We've been very impressed by Rael's growth trajectory and strong customer loyalty and believe they're poised for exceptional growth as an innovator and disruptor in the wellness space," said Jeffery Lim, Managing Partner at Signite Partners. "We are excited to support Rael as it continues to scale its business and make holistic women's wellness a seamless and approachable experience for all women around the world."
With this investment, Rael plans to continue its product innovation led by its development team based in South Korea, expand its 360-degree approach to women's wellness, accelerate growth at retail by expanding partnerships and investing in brand and trade marketing, and advancing its global expansion. Rael is also expanding its executive leadership team, announcing industry veteran Lauren Consiglio as President, who was formerly a senior marketing executive at Unilever and L'Oreal. Consiglio brings over 20 years of CPG experience and will be responsible for strengthening Rael's unique positioning as a holistic wellness brand for women and growing its retail and DTC business in the US.
"We started Rael with a mission to improve women's wellness by leveraging novel technology from Korea, bringing organic, high-performing, comfortable products to the marketplace. Now, five years later, the company has evolved greatly, but our commitment to bringing women cleaner and more effective personal care solutions throughout their hormonal cycle has stayed the same," said Yanghee Paik, CEO and co-founder of Rael. "We're excited that with this new capital and strategic investors, we'll be able to continue pushing the envelope in terms of product innovation to truly become a holistic wellness brand. We're also looking to amplify our marketing to reach more customers and support our retail expansion while maintaining our leadership on Amazon. Ultimately, we want to become a global household brand and believe our new investors will be very helpful in accelerating our global expansion, especially in Asia."
Rael is working to cultivate a world where everyone can access safe and natural period care and is raising the standard of holistic personal care and wellness by developing clean, effective products.
Rael is made by women for all people who bleed. Founded by three Korean American women in Los Angeles, including CEO Yanghee Paik in 2017, Rael empowers women to make healthier choices for their bodies through its safe and high-performance personal care products accessible to women around the world. Thoughtfully designed with natural and sustainable materials, Rael's products are manufactured with cutting-edge South Korean manufacturing technology to deliver the latest innovations in feminine and skin care, providing a 360° holistic solution for the modern woman. Rael products can be found at getrael.com, as well as major retailers including Amazon, Target, Walmart, CVS, and Walgreens. Rael is backed by Unilever Ventures, BAM Ventures, PGVC, Softbank Ventures Asia, and Atinum Partners among others.
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More than 4 million people quit their jobs in February 2022 alone as the “Great Resignation” continues throughout the country, data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics show.
There’s no shortage of stories out there about ways people have quit their jobs – in fact, there’s a Reddit thread devoted to them. In response to a viral tweet, one Twitter user also claimed that you don’t have to give two weeks’ notice when quitting a job.
THE QUESTION
Are you required by law to give two weeks’ notice when quitting a job?
THE SOURCES
- Society for Human Resources Management
- Legal Aid at Work, an employment nonprofit
- National Conferences of State Legislatures
- Labor departments in California, Colorado, and Minnesota
THE ANSWER
No, you aren’t required by law to give two weeks’ notice when quitting a job.
WHAT WE FOUND
Many employees choose to give two weeks’ notice as a courtesy when quitting a job, but employment nonprofit Legal Aid at Work says “there is no legal requirement that you do so.”
However, some companies may require you to give advance notice if you want to retain certain benefits, like being paid out for unused vacation days, the Society for Human Resource Management says.
In all U.S. states apart from Montana, most employees are considered “at-will.” At-will employment generally means an employee can quit their job or be fired for any reason and at any time.
The Montana Wrongful Discharge From Employment Act of 1987 “created a cause of action for employees who believe they were terminated without good cause,” according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. Similar legislation was introduced in other states but has not been passed.
In Colorado, for example, employers and employees are not required to “give notice or advance notice of termination or resignation.” Neither the employer nor the employee have to give a reason for the quitting or firing, either.
“Courtesy and time to collect accrued benefits are reasons why notice is given,” according to Minnesota’s labor department.
There are some exceptions to at-will employment rules for employees who are covered by a union or are under contract.
“For example, a contract may provide for a specific term of employment or allow termination for cause only. Typically, U.S. companies negotiate individual employment agreements only with high-level employees,” the National Conference of State Legislatures writes. “Collective bargaining agreements usually provide that represented employees may only be terminated for cause.”
Cause generally includes reasons such as poor employee performance, misconduct or economic necessity. A contract might outline situations or actions that would lead to cause for termination.
But there are still some protections against discrimination for at-will employees. Employees can’t be fired or penalized due to their membership in a protected class, meaning an at-will employee can’t be fired because of their race, gender identity or disability, among other characteristics.
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Doctor accused of injecting drugs into IV bags, causing death
DALLAS (AP) — A Dallas anesthesiologist was arrested on charges alleging that he injected nerve-blocking agents and other drugs into bags of intravenous fluids at the surgical center where he works, which led to the death of a co-worker and caused cardiac emergencies for several patients, authorities announced Thursday.
Dr. Raynaldo Rivera Ortiz Jr. was arrested Wednesday on a criminal complaint alleging that he tampered with a consumer product causing death and intentional drug adulteration, according to a statement from the U.S. attorney’s office for the northern district of Texas. If convicted, he could be sentenced to life in prison.
Ortiz, 59, remained in the Dallas County jail without bond on Thursday. Records don’t list an attorney for him.
According to the criminal complaint, a 55-year-old female coworker of Ortiz experienced a medical emergency and died June 21 immediately after treating herself for dehydration with an IV bag of what she thought was saline taken from the surgical center. An autopsy found that she died from a lethal dose of bupivacaine, a nerve-blocking drug that is rarely abused but often is used when an anesthetic is given.
On Aug. 24, an 18-year-old male patient experienced a cardiac emergency during routine sinus surgery, was intubated and transferred to an intensive care unit. Chemical analysis of the fluid from a saline bag used during his surgery revealed the presence of bupivacaine, the stimulant epinephrine and the topical anesthetic lidocaine, drugs that could have caused the patient’s sudden symptoms, according to prosecutors.
The surgical center staff concluded that the incidents suggested a pattern of intentional adulteration of IV bags used at the center. They identified 10 additional unexpected cardiac emergencies that occurred during otherwise unremarkable surgeries between May and August, which was an exceptionally high rate of complications over such a short period, according to the complaint.
The incidents began two days after Ortiz was notified of a disciplinary inquiry of an incident during which he allegedly “deviated from the standard of care” during an anesthesia procedure when a patient experienced a medical emergency. Ortiz, who had a history of disciplinary actions against him, expressed concern to other physicians over the disciplinary action and complained that the center was trying to “crucify” him.
The complaint alleges that all of the incidents occurred around the time Ortiz performed services at the facility, but none happened while he was on vacation.
In one instance captured in the surveillance video, agents observed him walking quickly from an operating room to an IV bag warmer, placing a bag inside, visually scanning the empty hallway and walking quickly away. Just over an hour later, a 56-year-old woman suffered a cardiac emergency during a scheduled cosmetic surgery after a bag from the warmer was used during her procedure, according to the complaint.
In another instance recorded on video, agents saw Ortiz leave his operating room with an IV bag concealed in what appeared to be a paper folder, swap the bag with another from the warmer and walk away. Roughly half an hour later, a 54-year-old woman suffered a cardiac emergency during a scheduled cosmetic surgery after a bag from the warmer was used during her procedure.
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WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Jason Gore spent four years at the USGA keeping a better line of communication with players. Now the PGA Tour has hired him for a similar role.
Gore has been hired as a senior vice president and player advisory to the commissioner, a move the tour described Friday as a player advocate to further strengthen the relationship between the tour and the players.
The hiring comes at a crucial time for the tour, which is coping with a Saudi-funded rival tour that already has led to 26 tour players signing up for LIV Golf. Earlier this week, Tiger Woods flew to Delaware for a meeting of only top players that was partly about a strategy for the tour.
Rory McIlroy, a four-time major champion who serves on the PGA Tour board, said Gore’s work at the USGA led to a “complete 180” in players’ relationships with organizers of the U.S. Open. He said it now ranks among the top two majors for how players are treated and the feedback they can provide.
“I think Jason coming back into the fold, especially with everything that’s happening in the world of golf right now, I’m surprised the USGA let him go because he is so good, but it’s a great addition to the tour.”
Mike Whan, the CEO of the USGA, said in a statement to his staff, “He believes deeply in the direction of the USGA, but the pull of his ‘brotherhood’ in the PGA Tour ranks was very strong and Jason knows this is the right decision, at the right time for him (and for golf).”
Gore’s best year on tour was in 2005 when he played in the final group of the U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2, won three times on the Korn Ferry Tour to earn an instant promotion to the PGA Tour, and then won the now-defunct 84 Lumber Classic.
”We’re not looking for former players to run this. The players are players and management are management and they’re executives and they’re trained to run businesses. That’s not what we do,” McIlroy said.
He said Gore might be the “missing link” to take ideas from players and articulate them to Commissioner Jay Monahan.
“He’s a player advocate. He wants to do everything as well as possible to make the players as happy as possible,” McIlroy said. “And it’s a good addition.”
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HAMILTON COUNTY, Indiana — State Police are investigating following the deadly overnight shooting of an Elwood police officer.
The Elwood police officer was shot during a traffic stop and died after being taken to an Indianapolis hospital. Officer Noah Shahnavaz, 24, of Fishers, graduated from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy in April. He had served the community for 11 months and served in Army for five years prior to becoming an officer.
The shooting suspect was arrested in Hamilton County, where State Police said a pursuit ended in a crash on Interstate 69 near 106th Street in Fishers.
Police identified the suspect as Carl Roy Webb Boards II, 42, of Anderson. Boards was taken to the Hamilton County Jail and will be charged Monday with murder, resisting law enforcement and possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon.
There will be enhancements for Boards being a habitual offender and possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon, according to Madison County Deputy Prosecutor Andrew Hanna.
Hanna said the prosecutor's office will consider filing for the death penalty after evidence is reviewed.
Boards has a lengthy criminal record. It includes a conviction in 2006 for firing a weapon at Indianapolis State Police officers. Additional charges he has faced over the years include drug offenses, battery with a deadly weapon, resisting law enforcement and possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon.
Timeline of events
Indiana State Police released an update around 9:40 a.m. Sunday giving more information on the timeline of events. It said Officer Noah Shahnavaz tried to stop a 2012 Buick LaCrosse near the intersection of State Road 37 and County Road 1100N in Madison County just after 2 a.m.
Once stopped, ISP said Boards got out of the Buick and fired multiple rounds at Officer Shahnavaz for an unknown reason. Shahnavaz was hit at least once. Police said Boards then took off in the Buick.
Additional responding officers gave first aid to Shahnavaz until an ambulance arrived. He was taken to a hospital in Elwood before being moved to a hospital in Indianapolis. Unfortunately, Shahnavaz did not survive his injuries.
Around 2:30 a.m., the Hamilton County Sheriff's Department attempted to stop the Buick on State Road 37. A tire deflation device was used on it near State Road 37 and 146th Street, but the Buick kept going and made it onto I-69.
Fishers Police Department officers then twice used their vehicles to stop the Buick. The second time, the Buick hit the median barrier and came to a stop. Officers were then able to arrest Boards. He is being held at the Hamilton County Jail and is expected to face formal charges in Madison County on Monday.
Southbound lanes of I-69 were closed shortly before 3 a.m. just north of the 106th Street bridge for crash cleanup and investigation.
Traffic bypassed the scene by using the 106th Street exit and re-entering I-69 south of the crash.
INDOT cleared the area shortly after 7:15 a.m.
Community reaction
Law enforcement agencies shared condolences on their social media pages.
IMPD posted: We mourn the loss of the Elwood Police Department officer who will killed early this morning. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, coworkers, and Elwood community.
The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office posted: Our agency is mourning the senseless murder of a police officer from the Elwood Police Department early this morning. Please help lift up the family and friends of this hero in your thoughts and prayers.
The Fisher's Police Department posted: The Fishers Police Department and our community are grieving with the Elwood Police Department after the tragic line of duty death of their officer today. We are grateful for the efforts and professionalism by all the officers who were involved in the apprehension of the suspect. Our heart aches as we send our deepest condolences to the family and all who knew the officer. We stand alongside the officers of the Elwood PD and will be there to support them and the people of the City of Elwood in the days ahead.
The Noblesville Police Department posted: Our thoughts and prayers go out to our brothers and sisters at Elwood Police Department, their family members, and the Elwood community today. We will always stand with you.
The Peru Police Department posted: Our condolences go out to the family as well as the members of the Elwood Police Department as they had an officer who was shot and killed during a traffic stop earlier this morning. The suspect was captured.
Please keep the Officer, their department and community in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
The Tipton Police Department posted: Our hearts break for the Elwood Police Department this morning. Please keep their department, and Officer Shahnavaz’s family/friends in your thoughts and prayers.
The Howard County Sheriff's Office posted: An Elwood Officer gave his life today for his community in the pursuit of justice when he was shot and killed during an overnight traffic stop, according to the Madison County sheriff. A suspect is in custody in Hamilton County, where a pursuit ended in a crash that closed I-69.
Please keep the members of that department and their families in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate this most difficult of times.
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FORNEBU, Norway, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mainstream Renewable Power ("Mainstream"), the global renewable energy company majority-owned by Aker Horizons, and Ocean Winds, the international company dedicated to offshore wind energy, have been appointed preferred bidder by Crown Estate Scotland for an area with the potential for a 1.8 GW offshore wind farm off the Shetland Islands in Scotland.
Mainstream and Ocean Winds, as the preferred bidders, are now offered the opportunity to enter into an option agreement for the site which is located east of the Shetland Islands in approximately 100m water depth and is well suited for floating offshore wind. The project partners, which hold a 50-50 ownership, are committed to developing floating offshore wind on an industrial scale in Scotland, generating local jobs and opportunities in Scotland and the Shetland Islands. The site output is expected to power for the equivalent of over 2 million homes.
"We are proud of Mainstream and Ocean Winds' success in the ScotWind process. It is a testament to the strength of the partnership, and to Mainstream's standing as a leading developer of gigawatt-scale renewables platforms with significant offshore technology expertise. This was further reinforced by the company's recent combination with Aker Offshore Wind," said Kristian Røkke, Chief Executive Officer of Aker Horizons and Chairman of Mainstream.
"This is a very significant win for Mainstream, which plays to our key strengths as a global leader in floating offshore wind technology as well as our track record in offshore wind project development," said Mainstream's Chief Executive Officer Mary Quaney. "In Scotland, we have already developed the 450 MW Neart na Gaoithe Offshore Wind Farm and we now look forward to working with all stakeholders to further develop and strengthen Scotland's offshore wind industry and help position it as a global leader in floating offshore wind power."
Mainstream and Aker Offshore Wind in August 2022 completed a transaction to combine the two companies to create a stronger renewable energy company with more than 27 GW net portfolio. Combining Aker Offshore Wind's strong technical and engineering capabilities and early mover position in floating offshore wind with Mainstream's proven project development methodology, execution track record and global presence unlocks new opportunities worldwide. The company is currently bringing forward multi-gigawatt scale developments of offshore wind assets in markets including Vietnam, South Korea, Japan, Norway, Ireland and Sweden.
Mainstream, through its combination with Aker Offshore Wind, has already partnered with Ocean Winds in the joint venture KF Wind in South Korea and are in consortium to bid in the upcoming leasing round for floating wind at Utsira Nord in Norway. Mainstream and Ocean Winds are also major shareholders of the leading floating wind technology provider Principle Power.
"We are proud of the strength that Ocean Winds and Mainstream Renewable Power teams have combined to secure this major new project," said Bautista Rodriguez, Ocean Winds' chief executive officer. "As Ocean Winds, we are looking forward to using our more than 10-year expertise as pioneer in floating offshore wind farms from development to operation to progress this large floating project awarded with Mainstream, as well as the 500 MW floating project also awarded to Ocean Winds during this clearing round. Both will bring major benefits to Shetland and Scotland, and an important contribution to Net Zero."
Ocean Winds was created as a 50-50 joint venture in 2020 by EDP Renewables and ENGIE. The company is one of Scotland's leading offshore wind developers, with 950 MW currently in operation at Moray East and 882 MW in late development stage at Moray West. In January 2022, Ocean Winds was successful in its ScotWind bid, the Caledonia Offshore Wind Farm, with a plan for up to 2 GW.
About Mainstream Renewable Power
Mainstream Renewable Power is a leading pure-play renewable energy company, with wind and solar assets across global markets, including in Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. Mainstream is one of the most successful developers of gigawatt-scale renewables platforms, across onshore wind, offshore wind, and solar power generation. It has successfully delivered 6.5 GW of wind and solar generation assets to financial close-ready and has a global portfolio of more than 27 GW.
In May 2021, Aker Horizons acquired a majority stake in Mainstream and, in April 2022, Mitsui & Co., Ltd. joined Aker Horizons as a long-term strategic investor. In August 2022, the transaction to integrate Aker Offshore Wind into the Mainstream Group was completed.
Mainstream is one of the leading developers of offshore wind at scale globally. It has successfully consented Hornsea One (1.2 GW), the largest operational offshore wind plant in the world today; and developed the Hornsea 2 project (1.4 GW) before selling these projects and the entire Zone in 2015. Mainstream fully consented the Neart na Gaoithe offshore wind project in Scotland, where 450 MW is currently under construction. Overall, it has developed and consented 20% of the UK's offshore wind capacity either in operation or under construction. The company is currently bringing forward multi-gigawatt scale developments of offshore wind assets in markets including Vietnam, South Korea, Japan, Norway, Ireland, the UK, and Sweden.
Mainstream, through Aker Horizons' ownership and its combination with Aker Offshore Wind, will leverage the decades of offshore energy development experience through the Aker group. Aker has been instrumental in the design and deployment of more than half of all semisubmersible floating offshore installations in the world and has over four decades of experience in Scotland, including a global subsea centre of excellence.
About Ocean Winds
Oceans Wind (OW) is an international company dedicated to offshore wind energy and created as a 50-50 joint venture, owned by EDP Renewables and ENGIE. Based on our belief that offshore wind energy is an essential part of the global energy transition, we develop, finance, build and operate offshore wind farm projects all around the world.
When EDP and ENGIE combined their offshore wind assets and project pipeline to create OW in 2019, the company had a total of 1.5 GW under construction and 4.0 GW under development; OW has been adding rapidly to that portfolio and is now on a trajectory to reach the 2025 target of 5 to 7 GW of projects in operation, or construction, and 5 to 10 GW under advanced development. In 2022, OW's offshore wind gross capacity already operating, in construction or with advanced development rights granted reaches 14.5 GW.
OW, headquartered in Madrid, is currently present in 8 countries, and primarily targets markets in Europe, the United-States, selected parts of Asia, and Brazil.
For more information: www.oceanwinds.com
About Aker Horizons
Aker Horizons develops green industrial projects and technologies that accelerate the net zero transition. The company holds assets across renewable energy and carbon capture, and develops green industrial hubs that combine low-cost renewable energy with hydrogen production and downstream applications. As part of the Aker group and its 180-year industrial heritage, Aker Horizons applies industrial, technological and capital markets expertise to solve fundamental challenges to sustainable existence. Aker Horizons is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange and headquartered in Fornebu, Norway. Through its portfolio companies, Aker Horizons employs over 1,200 people across 18 countries and five continents. www.akerhorizons.com
For further information, please contact:
Ivar Simensen, Communications, Tel: +47 46 40 23 17,
ivar.simensen@akerhorizons.com
Christian Yggeseth, Investor Relations, Tel: +47 915 10 000,
christian.yggeseth@akerhorizons.com
This information is considered to include inside information pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation article 17 and is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act. This stock exchange announcement was published by Ivar Simensen, Communications at Aker Horizons ASA, on August 22, 2022 at 10:20 CEST.
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How many kids does Brian Austin Green have? Inside the '90210' actor's relationships and family life
'Beverly Hills, 90210' star has a child with his ex-fiancé Vanessa Marcil, two children with ex-wife Megan Fox and another child with his current girlfriend Sharna Burgess
Brian Austin Green is an actor known for his roles in television shows like "Beverly Hills, 90210" and "Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles" and movies like "Wedding Band" and "Anger Management."Green has five children – Kassius, Noah, Bodhi, Journey and Zane – from three different relationships with Vanessa Marcil, Megan Fox and his current girlfriend Sharna Burgess.
Green met Marcil on the set of "Beverly Hills 90210" and the two got engaged in 2001. They had their son Kassius a year later in 2002. Green and Marcil split shortly after the birth of their son and ultimately ended their relationship before walking down the aisle.
Green then started dating Megan Fox in 2004 after meeting on the set of "Hope & Faith" when Fox was 18 years old.
The pair always had an on-again-off-again relationship. They became engaged in November 2006 but then called it off in February 2009.
BRIAN AUSTIN GREEN TALKED PARENTING STYLE WITH MEGAN FOX BEFORE SEPERATION: ‘WE’VE GOT IT COVERED'
In 2010, they were back together and got married in June of that year.
In September 2012, they had their first baby, Noah Shannon Green and then had their second, Bodhi Ranson Green in February 2014. A year later, they separated once again and Fox filed for divorce in 2015.
In August 2016, they had a son Journey River Green. The two continued their marriage until officially ended things in 2020.
The newest addition to Green's blended family came in 2022 when his girlfriend Sharna Burgess gave birth to their son Zane Walker Green.
Are Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green friends?
Fox and Green co-parent their three children and even though they have both moved on to other relationships, Green with Burgess and Fox with Machine Gun Kelly, it seems like the two are on decent terms with one another.
MEGAN FOX ‘GRATEFUL’ FOR BRIAN AUSTIN GREEN'S GIRLFRIEND SHARNA BURGESS
There was some drama surrounding their divorce in 2020 after Green was posting pictures of their kids on social media. The specific picture that Fox publicly responded to was a picture of their son, Journey River from Halloween.
"Why does Journey have to be in this picture? It's not hard to crop them our. Or choose photos that they aren't in," Fox wrote (via People). "I had a great Halloween with them yesterday, and yet notice how absent they are from my social media. I know you love your kids. But I don't know why you can't stop using them to posture [sic] via Instagram."
During a June 2022 interview on "The Viall Files" podcast, Green talked about his relationship with Fox post their divorce and her moving on with Machine Gun Kelly.
"The person that Megan chooses to be with…there aren't many things that I have control over nor do I want to have control over. I want my kids to have a life with their mom. I want their mom to be happy," Green told the podcast host Nick Viall.
Is Brian Austin Green in a relationship?
Green is currently in a relationship with "Dancing with the Stars" pro Sharna Burgess. The two were set up but their mutual business manager, according to People.
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After they started dating, they competed together on Season 30 of "Dancing with the Stars," while they were a couple. They were eliminated during the fourth week of the competition.
Soon after their elimination from the show, Burgess found out that she was pregnant and the two had their baby, Zane Walker Green on June 28, 2022.
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BOCA RATON, Fla., May 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cinch Home Services (Cinch), the nation's leading provider of home services solutions, announces a new partnership with HomeSmart, one of the nation's largest 100% real estate brokerage firms. As a HomeSmart national partner, Cinch will offer its award-winning warranty plan and services to HomeSmart's franchise partners, brokers and more than 23,000 agents across 37 states and 199 offices nationwide.
HomeSmart provides an innovative "low-fee, high-value" 100-percent-commission brokerage model, equipped with excellent support, training, systems and tools that enable agents to provide the best service possible to their clients. Through HomeSmart's proprietary online marketplace, agents can search for, learn about and engage with key real estate resources, tools and products, and the companies that support them. Cinch is one of the few select home warranty partners available within the HomeSmart marketplace.
"At Cinch, we are committed to simplifying the home management experience for our partners and their customers," said Steve Upshaw, CEO of Cinch. "By partnering with HomeSmart, we are well-positioned to help tens of thousands of real estate professionals deliver savings, convenience and peace of mind to their clients before, during and after the sale of the home."
Cinch offers affordable home warranty plans that provide comprehensive coverage for up to 22 appliances and built-in systems. Additional plan features include preventive maintenance services, discounts on brand-name appliances, and an optional premium upgrade package that provides extra coverage for items excluded under any home warranty.
As the industry's fastest-growing home warranty provider and member of the National Home Service Contract Association, Cinch has a 40-year track record of helping real estate professionals provide exceptional customer service during the real estate transaction process. Thanks to its extensive national network of highly qualified service providers, award-winning 24/7 customer service, and the industry's only 180-day service guarantee, Cinch has established itself as the home protection partner of choice for hundreds of companies – from established brands to leading startups across seven vertical markets.
For more information about Cinch home services solutions for the real estate industry, visit www.cinchrealestate.com.
About Cinch Home Services
Cinch Home Services is the leading home services company that makes it easy for everyone to enjoy their home to the fullest, regardless of whether they own or rent. Building upon 40 years of proven experience, Cinch uses smart, modern tools and an award-winning customer support network to remove the guesswork around preventing, diagnosing, and solving a wide variety of home-related issues. Cinch partners with expert technicians nationwide to provide unmatched service and value and continues to make strides with digital-forward strategies, platforms and initiatives that are modernizing home management services to address today's customer needs. Cinch strives to exceed owners, renters, real estate professionals and partners' expectations, every time. Cinch Home Services, a member company of The Cross Country Group, is headquartered in Boca Raton, FL. To learn more, visit www.cinchhomeservices.com and follow on Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.
About HomeSmart International
Founded in 2000, HomeSmart International offers franchisees efficiency and innovation coupled with the systems and technologies necessary to succeed in today's evolving real estate industry. Today, the brand has 199 offices in 37 states and over 23,000 agents nationwide. For more information on HomeSmart International and its franchise opportunities, visit www.homesmart.com.
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(The Hill) – Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) on Monday said he would vote against Finland and Sweden’s bids to join NATO, a move that would go against most of his colleagues from both sides of the aisle.
In an op-ed published by The National Interest, Hawley says the United States shouldn’t expand its security commitments in Europe due to a more pressing threat from China.
“Finland and Sweden want to join the Atlantic Alliance to head off further Russian aggression in Europe. That is entirely understandable given their location and security needs,” Hawley wrote.
“But America’s greatest foreign adversary doesn’t loom over Europe. It looms in Asia. I am talking of course about the People’s Republic of China. And when it comes to Chinese imperialism, the American people should know the truth: the United States is not ready to resist it. Expanding American security commitments in Europe now would only make that problem worse—and America, less safe.”
Finland and Sweden in May announced their intentions to join NATO following Russia’s attack on Ukraine. The governments of 19 NATO countries have since ratified the two Nordic nations joining the alliance. Eleven, including the United States, have yet to do so. All 30 member states must approve the additions.
Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) wants senators to vote on enlarging the alliance before the lawmakers leave Washington, D.C., for a month-long break set to start Aug. 8.
Finland and Sweden’s request has received widespread support from both Democrats and Republicans. But Hawley — who was one of the 11 conservatives who opposed the $40 billion Ukraine aid package Congress passed in May — insists the United States isn’t prepared to go against both Moscow and Beijing.
“As the 2018 and 2022 U.S. National Defense Strategies both acknowledge, the United States cannot defeat China and Russia in two major wars at the same time. And we are not where we need to be in Asia,” Hawley wrote.
Citing distractions from “nation-building activities in the Middle East and legacy commitments in Europe,” Hawley says the U.S. is not prepared to fend off Chinese military aggression in the Pacific should it happen.
“In the face of this stark reality, we must choose. We must do less in Europe (and elsewhere) in order to prioritize China and Asia.”
While Hawley says the U.S. government shouldn’t abandon NATO, he suggests European allies could take on more responsibility in defending Europe by investing more in their own militaries.
Hawley’s stance goes against that of the majority of his fellow Republicans including Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), who last week said the United States “would be fortunate to have two new treaty allies as impressive and capable as Finland and Sweden.”
Eighteen House Republicans last month voted against a symbolic resolution to support Finland and Sweden joining NATO.
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WA Spokane WA Zone Forecast for Sunday, June 26, 2022
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Zone Forecast Product for Eastern Washington and North Idaho
National Weather Service Spokane WA
338 AM PDT Mon Jun 27 2022
WAZ031-272300-
Northeast Blue Mountains-
Including the cities of Anatone and Peola
338 AM PDT Mon Jun 27 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 80s to mid 90s.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 60s. Gusts up
to 25 mph overnight.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Not as warm. Highs in the mid 70s to lower 80s.
West wind 5 to 15 mph with gusts to around 40 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. West
wind 5 to 15 mph with gusts to around 40 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s to upper 70s.
Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph with gusts to around 30 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the
50s. Highs in the lower 70s to lower 80s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND SUNDAY...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent
chance of rain. Lows around 60. Highs in the mid 70s to lower
80s.
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WAZ035-272300-
Upper Columbia Basin-
Including the cities of Ritzville, Grand Coulee, Odessa, Wilbur,
and Coulee City
338 AM PDT Mon Jun 27 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 90s. Northeast wind
5 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Mostly clear. A 20 percent chance of showers
overnight. Lows in the lower to mid 60s. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
.TUESDAY...Partly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers in the
morning. Not as warm. Highs in the mid to upper 80s. Windy.
Southwest wind 15 to 25 mph. Gusts up to 30 mph increasing to
40 mph in the afternoon.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
Windy. West wind 15 to 25 mph with gusts to around 40 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 70s. Southwest wind
5 to 15 mph with gusts to around 30 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
.THURSDAY THROUGH FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Highs in the 80s.
Lows in the lower 50s to lower 60s.
.SATURDAY AND SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Highs in the upper
80s to lower 90s. Lows in the upper 50s to lower 60s.
.SUNDAY...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain. Highs
in the 80s.
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WAZ034-272300-
Moses Lake Area-
Including the cities of Moses Lake, Ephrata, Othello, and Quincy
338 AM PDT Mon Jun 27 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 11 PM PDT
THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Hot, sunny. Highs 99 to 101. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of showers
overnight. Lows in the mid to upper 60s. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Gusts up to 20 mph overnight.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers in the morning.
Not as warm. Highs in the upper 80s. Windy. Southwest wind 15 to
25 mph. Gusts up to 25 mph increasing to 35 mph in the afternoon.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the 50s. Breezy. West wind 10 to
20 mph with gusts to around 40 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower to mid 80s. West wind 5 to
15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in
the mid 50s to lower 60s. Highs in the 80s.
.FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY...Mostly clear. Highs in the mid 80s to
mid 90s. Lows in the upper 50s to mid 60s.
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WAZ038-272300-
Okanogan Highlands-
Including the cities of Republic, Inchelium, and Wauconda
338 AM PDT Mon Jun 27 2022
.TODAY...Sunny in the morning, becoming partly cloudy. Highs in
the lower to mid 90s.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of rain showers
overnight. Lows in the lower to mid 60s.
.TUESDAY...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Highs in the 80s. Breezy. Southwest wind 10 to
20 mph with gusts to around 35 mph in the afternoon.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph with gusts to around 35 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain
showers. Highs in the 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in
the lower 50s to lower 60s. Highs in the mid 70s to mid 80s.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. Highs in the 80s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain.
Lows in the upper 50s to lower 60s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Highs in the lower to mid 80s. Chance of
precipitation 40 percent.
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WAZ041-044-272300-
Wenatchee Area-Waterville Plateau-
Including the cities of Wenatchee, Chelan, Entiat, Cashmere,
Waterville, and Mansfield
338 AM PDT Mon Jun 27 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 11 PM PDT
THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the 90s.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of rain showers
overnight. Lows in the 60s. Gusts up to 20 mph overnight.
.TUESDAY...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain showers
in the morning, then sunny in the afternoon. Not as warm. Highs
in the lower to mid 80s. Windy. West wind 15 to 25 mph. Gusts up
to 30 mph increasing to 45 mph in the afternoon.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
Windy. West wind 15 to 25 mph with gusts to around 45 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy. Highs in the 70s. West wind 5 to
15 mph with gusts to around 25 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in
the lower 50s to lower 60s. Highs in the upper 70s to lower 80s.
.FRIDAY THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Highs in the 80s. Lows
in the mid 50s to lower 60s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT AND SUNDAY...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent
chance of rain. Lows in the upper 50s to lower 60s. Highs in the
upper 70s to mid 80s.
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WAZ043-272300-
Okanogan Valley-
Including the cities of Omak, Okanogan, Brewster, Bridgeport,
Oroville, and Nespelem
338 AM PDT Mon Jun 27 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 11 PM PDT
THIS EVENING...
.TODAY...Sunny in the morning, becoming partly cloudy. Highs in
the 90s.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of rain showers
overnight. Lows in the mid to upper 60s.
.TUESDAY...Partly cloudy in the morning then clearing. A
20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs in the 80s.
Windy. Southwest wind 15 to 25 mph with gusts to around 40 mph in
the afternoon.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. West
wind 5 to 15 mph with gusts to around 45 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain
showers. Highs in the 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the
lower 50s to lower 60s. Highs in the upper 70s to upper 80s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain.
Lows in the lower to mid 60s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Highs in the lower to mid 80s. Chance of
precipitation 40 percent.
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WAZ047-272300-
Central Chelan County-
Including the cities of Leavenworth, Plain, and Lake Wenatchee
338 AM PDT Mon Jun 27 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower to mid 90s.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy. A 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms overnight. Lows in the upper 50s to mid 60s.
.TUESDAY...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain showers
in the morning, then sunny in the afternoon. Not as warm. Highs
in the mid 70s to lower 80s. Breezy. West wind 5 to 15 mph with
gusts to around 25 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain
showers. Lows in the upper 40s to mid 50s. West wind 5 to 15 mph
with gusts to around 30 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain
showers. Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s. West wind 5 to
15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper
40s to lower 50s. Highs in the lower 70s to lower 80s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the
lower 50s to lower 60s. Highs in the upper 70s to upper 80s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain.
Lows in the mid 50s to lower 60s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Highs in the mid 70s to lower 80s. Chance of
precipitation 40 percent.
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WAZ048-272300-
Western Chelan County-
Including the cities of Stevens Pass, Holden Village,
and Stehekin
338 AM PDT Mon Jun 27 2022
.TODAY...Sunny in the morning, becoming partly cloudy. Highs in
the upper 80s to mid 90s.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Lows in the mid 50s to mid 60s.
.TUESDAY...Partly sunny with a 20 percent chance of rain showers.
Not as warm. Highs in the lower 70s to lower 80s. Breezy. West
wind 5 to 15 mph in the afternoon. Gusts up to 25 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of rain
showers. Lows in the upper 40s to mid 50s. West wind 5 to 15 mph
with gusts to around 25 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of rain
showers. Highs in the lower 60s to lower 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT AND THURSDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid
40s to lower 50s. Highs in the lower 70s to lower 80s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY...Mostly clear. Lows in the 50s.
Highs in the mid 70s to mid 80s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent chance of rain.
Lows in the mid 50s to lower 60s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Highs in the lower 70s to lower 80s. Chance of
precipitation 40 percent.
$$
WAZ049-272300-
Western Okanogan County-
Including the cities of Mazama, Winthrop, Twisp, Methow,
and Conconully
338 AM PDT Mon Jun 27 2022
.TODAY...Sunny in the morning, becoming partly cloudy. Highs in
the upper 80s to mid 90s.
.TONIGHT...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Lows in the lower to mid 60s.
.TUESDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the morning, then partly cloudy with a chance of
showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the lower to
mid 80s. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph with gusts to around 30 mph
in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation 40 percent.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of rain
showers. Lows in the lower to mid 50s. West wind 5 to 15 mph with
gusts to around 30 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of rain
showers. Highs in the lower to mid 70s.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY...Partly cloudy. Lows in the
lower 50s to lower 60s. Highs in the mid 70s to mid 80s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy with a 20 percent chance of rain.
Lows in the upper 50s to lower 60s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Highs in the upper 70s to lower 80s. Chance of
precipitation 50 percent.
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Phase one of ServMan enhancements include a new mobile application and expanded API integration with 24/7 sales contact center, Slingshot by WorkWave
HOLMDEL, N.J., Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WorkWave®, a leading provider of SaaS software solutions that support every stage of a service business's life cycle, has announced increased investment in the modernization of ServMan, its core ERP software solution for the HVAC, plumbing and electrical industries. This investment will allow ServMan to continue to be at the forefront of these industries with a multi-phased modernization approach as well as integration with Slingshot by WorkWave, a 24/7 sales contact center for service companies.
"The market has a clear need for what ServMan delivers — there simply is no other effective solution available for service companies performing this type of work," says WorkWave CEO David F. Giannetto. "Our top priority at WorkWave is to continue to update, modernize and fill every gap in our software portfolio so that every one of our customers has the right tools they need to propel their business forward, which puts ServMan on track to deliver even more value well into the future."
The first wave of modernization arriving in Q4 2022 will deliver an entirely new, device-native mobile platform that allows field technicians to improve efficiency, as well as their job satisfaction. It also includes a new set of flexible APIs and an integration into Slingshot by WorkWave, a solution WorkWave acquired in 2021. Slingshot is a comprehensive sales and answering service for home and commercial field service providers, and is already in use with key ServMan clients. The fully integrated solution will meet the increased demand from ServMan customers, allowing Slingshot agents to respond to service inquiries in real time, resolving customer needs on the first touch at any time during the day, even during peak season or spikes in inbound call volume when missed calls equal missed revenue.
"Through this integration, we are covering both inbound customer calls and new sales leads, making it easier for our customers to grow. With the majority of leads happening over the phone, often after hours or all at one time during weather anomalies, we are able to ensure that Slingshot converts these leads into customers, scheduling these service calls in real time, to increase both customer satisfaction and sales growth," says Giannetto.
To learn more about ServMan by WorkWave, visit our website.
For nearly 40 years, WorkWave has been building best practices into its market-leading field service and last mile software solutions to allow best-in-class companies to grow their business, service their customers and maximize their money. Its solutions empower service-oriented companies to reach their full potential through scalable, cloud-based software solutions that support every stage of a business life cycle, including marketing, sales, service delivery, customer interaction and financial transactions. WorkWave is a trusted partner for thousands of customers across a wide variety of industries, including pest control, lawn care, cleaning, HVAC, plumbing and electrical, and last mile delivery. WorkWave's award-winning culture and solutions have been recognized in the SaaS Awards, the Cloud Awards, the American Business Awards, the NJBIZ Best Places to Work Awards, and the Stevie Awards for Great Employers. For more information, visit workwave.com.
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Businesses and neighborhoods across the U.S. are turning to private security companies to add an extra layer of protection.
“People are feeling less safe,” Steve Amitay, the executive director of the National Association of Security Companies, said. “Since the start of COVID-19, there's really been a surge in crime; in all types of crime.”
NASCO is a trade association representing more than half of security officers in the U.S. Amitay said a rise in extremism, mass shootings, and protests are also giving people a reason to rethink their security measures.
“The big one is retail and the need for private security at retail establishments. But now, it’s manufacturing establishments. It's also commercial office buildings, hospitals,” he explained.
P4 Companies, a guarding company that operates in 14 states, has seen more inquiries for security officers. One of the newest growth areas for them is non-gated communities and neighborhoods.
“One of the things we’ve done in a neighborhood in the north side of Chicago was putting off-duty police officers and squad cars and patrolling a certain geographic area of that neighborhood,” Steve Vitale, executive VP at P4 Companies, said.
This service can run neighborhoods $180,000 or more a year for eight to 10 hours of daily surveillance.
Criminologist Andrea Borrego said we should think twice before making a decision on safety measures.
“There's this idea that police presence or security presence makes people feel safer,” Borrego, an associate professor of criminal justice and criminology at the Metropolitan State University of Denver, said. “But it could also deter customers who feel unsafe around security guards.”
She said there should be more focus on why certain crimes are increasing in the first place.
“While more police presence might make people feel safer, it's hard to say whether or not it actually deters crime or are we addressing why crime is happening,” Borrego said.
“There's still a very big need to have security officers and off-duty police officers provide that deterrence for people to feel safe,” Vitale said.
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BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Walker & Dunlop, Inc. announced today that it structured $57.2 million in financing for three skilled nursing facilities located in Illinois. Walker & Dunlop Senior Managing Director, Joshua Rosen led the origination team, which has considerable experience with seniors housing and healthcare facilities across the country. Leveraging their extensive knowledge of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) financing products, the team utilized the LEAN 232/223(f) for the refinance of two properties and the 232/223(a)(7) program for the other. Both programs provide long-term financing for skilled healthcare facilities. The deals reaffirm the post pandemic upward momentum in the seniors housing market.
The collection of properties includes:
- Avantara Park Ridge – Walker & Dunlop structured a $15.6 million loan through HUD's LEAN refinance program for Avantara Park Ridge, a 154-bed skilled nursing facility in Park Ridge, Illinois.
- Moraine Court Supportive Living – Walker & Dunlop secured a $28.7 million loan through HUD's LEAN refinance program for Moraine Court Supportive Living, a 185-bed Supportive Living Facility located in Bridgeview, Illinois. W&D assisted in structuring and obtaining HUD approval on a surplus cash note prior to application and refinanced the current HUD insured debt and surplus cash note.
- Aperion Care Elgin – Walker & Dunlop secured a $13.3 million loan through HUD's LEAN refinance program for Aperion Care Elgin, a 101-bed skilled nursing facility in Elgin, Illinois.
"Walker & Dunlop's ability to seamlessly navigate the HUD process helps our clients to successfully close on transactions," said Mr. Rosen. "Our team continues to enable our clients to carry out new business ideas and improve existing skilled nursing properties, keeping vulnerable populations safe."
Walker & Dunlop is a leader in seniors housing property sales and financing; the firm has completed more than 850 unique seniors housing and healthcare transactions worth over $9 billion since 2009. For more information about Walker & Dunlop's seniors housing team, visit our website.
Walker & Dunlop (NYSE: WD) is one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry in the United States, enabling real estate owners and operators to bring their visions of communities — where Americans live, work, shop and play — to life. Our people, brand and technology make W&D one of the most insightful and customer-focused firms in our industry. With more than 1,400 employees across every major U.S. market, Walker & Dunlop has consistently been named one of Fortune's Great Places to Work® and is committed to making the commercial real estate industry more inclusive and diverse while creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change in our communities.
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Which black-and-white throw blanket is best?
There can never be enough blankets in the house. Throw blankets have a lot of uses and are cozy to have around. If you want one that goes well with your decor, a black-and-white option is a versatile choice. Keep a throw in your guest room, on your couch, in your office or just about anywhere else you spend time. If you have kids or pets, it’s nice to have something soft for them to cuddle with.
If you need a quality, all-purpose blanket for your living room or bedroom, the top pick is the soft, stylish Judybridal Plaid Chenille Throw.
What to know before you buy a black-and-white throw blanket
Use
Before you purchase a throw, deciding what its use will be can help you choose the right one. A more decorative throw may be needed for an office. A thin cotton throw may be more useful for a bed in the winter. Or, if you have guests over, you may want to have a spare blanket to offer them.
Size
Another important thing to consider when buying a throw is the size. You will likely want to get a smaller blanket for a couch or an office chair. Around 65 by 70 inches is appropriate. If you use the throw for bedding, you can size it according to the mattress and sheets. The price will increase with the size of the blanket.
Style
If your plan for the blanket is to drape it over a bed in the summer, you may want a thinner option with a nice black-and-white print. However, if you intend to use your new throw to cuddle on your couch, a thicker one may be better. There are throws with or without fringe on the ends, and some come in multiple patterns like plaid, checkerboard or striped. Adventurous options include zebra or white-tiger stripes. There are also beautiful boho styles that blend the use of black and white in unique ways.
What to look for in a quality black-and-white throw blanket
Material
Throws are typically used to create a sense of warmth and coziness in your home. You want to find black-and-white throws made from quality materials and can be washed easily. Cotton is a breathable, natural option, and chenille is lush. However, materials like polyester create an incredible softness that also feels great. Whether your choice is based on sustainability or comfort, there is a quality blanket for you.
Density
When searching for the right blanket, density can make the difference between a blanket serving its purpose and not. You may want a thicker or thinner blanket, depending on how you use it. Maybe your throw is meant to cover your bed in the summer. In this case, you might want a lighter cotton black-and-white throw for your queen bed. However, if you are looking for a warm throw for your couch in December, softer, thicker options are available.
Texture
Arguably one of the most essential features of throws is how it feels to the touch. Some stitching styles offer a smooth, soft feel to the blanket, while others may feel thicker and more coarse. The stitching can also make a difference in how you wash the blanket. Certain textured or patterned blankets may have a specific care style to protect the feel of the blanket from changing after being washed.
How much you can expect to spend on a black-and-white throw blanket
Depending on the brand and quality of the fabric, an average throw costs $30-$130.
Black-and-white throw blanket FAQ
What is a good material for a throw blanket?
A. Cotton, polyester blends, and chenille are all soft, comfortable, quality materials for a throw blanket. They also tend to wear well.
How do you wash a black-and-white blanket?
A. Wash your throw in a washing machine with a mild detergent and cold water. If possible, use a front-loading machine to allow the blanket to wash and spin evenly throughout the cycle. Certain delicate materials may require hand-washing or air-drying. They also may have other specific care instructions.
What’s the best black-and-white throw blanket to buy?
Top black-and-white throw blanket
Judybridal Plaid Chenille Throw
What you need to know: This is a soft, well-made chenille throw blanket for any room in the house.
What you’ll love: The blanket has a black-and-white plaid design and fringe borders on each end. There are other colors to choose from in this style as well. All are soft to the touch.
What you should consider: It is a thinner throw blanket. It is also pricey due to the materials it’s made of.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top black-and-white throw blanket for the money
What you need to know: This is a warm, cozy all-purpose throw blanket you can travel with.
What you’ll love: This brand has several styles to choose from. They are easy to wash, dry and throw in any room of the house. The blankets are light enough for summer but thick enough for winter months, making them useful year-round.
What you should consider: This blanket is thin, and after many washings, it tends to have tears in the stitching.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: This black-and-white striped blanket is velvety soft and warm.
What you’ll love: The black-and-white option looks great, but you can also get this style in other colors. It’s a lightweight fleece throw that’s heavy enough for colder months and breathable in hotter seasons.
What you should consider: Snags or shedding can happen when this blanket is washed in a machine.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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JACKSON COUNTY, MI – Incumbent Jackson County commissioners claimed victory in the Aug. 2 primary election.
Republican incumbents in contested primary races for Jackson County Board of Commissioners Districts 1, 4 and 7 saw large victories, while voters also picked a familiar Democrat for the District 8 seat.
Read more: Live: Jackson County election results for Aug. 2, 2022
The winners move on to the Nov. 8 general election.
Incumbent Republican Tony Bair defeated his District 1 opponent Tammy Bates. The district covers Rives, Tompkins, Parma, Springport and Sandstone townships, as well as the villages of Parma and Springport.
Bair received 1,347 votes, compared to Bates, who received 919 votes.
“Overall, I’m glad I won and I’m going to continue my job as I have been,” Bair said.
Bair has served on the board since 2018. Bair previously said he was seeking re-election to make Jackson County a better place to live. Bair also said he takes his office as commissioner seriously and referred to himself as a “budget hawk.”
Bair also said he would never vote to defund the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, and he also supports the Jackson County Jail millage, which be on the November ballot.
Bates, while she was unsuccessful, said she thanks her supporters.
“I’m humbled by the support I have seen – I’m not discouraged by the loss. I will move forward, and I’m still dedicated for being a voice for the people in the future,” Bates said.
Bair likely will win the seat in November as no Democrat filed for the seat.
Read more: 2 Republicans seek District 1 Jackson County Board seat in August primary
In District 3, incumbent Republican Corey Kennedy beat opponent Scott Aughney. The district now covers parts of Leoni and Summit townships and all of Napoleon Township.
Kennedy received 1,197 votes, while Aughney got 625.
Kennedy thanked everyone who supported him.
“I feel good with the results, I believe it shows that people believe I’ve done a good job and worked hard for Leoni Township, and Napoleon believes I will do a good job for them too, since they’re new to the district,” Kennedy said.
Kennedy has served on the board since 2018. He was also previously a trustee on the Leoni Township Board of Trustees.
Kennedy previously said he was running for office because he cares about the community and believes in open and transparent government and fiscal responsibility. He is also passionate about repairing the roads and the Jackson County Jail.
Kennedy also will likely fill the seat as no Democrats have filed to run in November.
Read more: Meet the 2 Republicans running for the District 3 Jackson County board seat
District 7
In District 7, Republican incumbent Jeromy Alexander beat opponent Caleb Blondke. The district covers the east side of the city of Jackson, as well as a portion of Summit Township.
Alexander got 434 votes, while Blondke received 231.
Alexander was appointed to the District 7 seat in December 2021, filling a vacancy created when Daniel Mahoney was elected Jackson’s mayor. He previously filled the Ward 3 seat on the Jackson City Council, where his term ended Dec. 1. He also unsuccessfully ran for mayor of Jackson in 2019 and 2021.
Alexander ran for the seat to continue serving the public, he previously said.
“It was a good night for the incumbents,” Blondke said.
Alexander will face Democrat John Willis in the November election.
Read more: 2 Republicans seeking District 7 seat on Jackson County Board of Commissioners
Incumbent Democrat Darius Williams beat opponent Peter Bormuth in District 8, which covers the west side of the city of Jackson.
Williams received 900 votes, while Bormuth received 232
Williams has served in the District 8 seat since 2018. He previously said he is a big believer in community and advocating for effective public safety, increased business retention and recruitment, ensuring equitable county services and protecting and sustaining county parks.
Williams likely will fill the seat as no Republicans have filed to run in November.
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SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vial has announced that the VialConnect interface with ModMed® is now live. With VialConnect, research clinics that use ModMed's EHR EMA® can seamlessly filter their patient databases to streamline clinical trial study recruitment for free.
The ModMed interface is available to all clinics running clinical trials using VialConnect and delivers a customizable CTMS (clinical trials management system) that powers core workflows and an EMR filtering tool to sort potential trial subjects from a clinic's patient database. VialConnect is part of a series of tech-enabled solutions offered by Vial including EDC, eTMF, and eSource.
"VialConnect's EMR filtering tool allowed us to screen patients in record time and expedited our patient recruitment timelines. We look forward to using the tool for future studies," said Dr. Syed Ali, principal investigator at Acclaim Dermatology. Dr. Ali's site was part of Vial's initial pilot of the interface. Vial plans to roll out the interface across the Vial Site Network that use ModMed's EMA.
VialConnect's EMR filtering capabilities allow for complex querying within a user-friendly UI. Users can sort their database and find eligible subjects, and exclude ineligible ones, based on a number of criteria including indication, demographics, allergies, and current medications. The functionality is effective for indications with wide prevalence (psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, acne, rosacea, vitiligo, alopecia areata) as well as low prevalence, rare indications (prurigo nodularis, BCC, SCC, EB, among others).
Vial is a next-generation CRO that promises faster execution and high-quality trial outcomes by leveraging Vial's tech-enabled trial management system, streamlined study startup processes, and proven enrollment playbook. Together, these best-in-class services and operational excellence accelerate the development of new therapies and devices for sponsors.
To learn more about VialConnect, visit https://vial.com/vialconnect/.
See the full release here.
About Vial: Vial's mission is to empower scientists to cure all human diseases. Vial has executed that vision by launching a next-generation CRO (with slated launches in Ophthalmology CRO, Oncology CRO, Gastroenterology CRO, and a Neurology CRO), a site network (Dermatology Clinical Trials, Ophthalmology Clinical Trials, Gastroenterology Clinical Trials, Women's Health Clinical Trials, Neurology Clinical Trials), and technology platform (VialConnect CTMS) to accelerate research. Vial has over 125 employees and is based in San Francisco, California, and has contributed to over 750 trials from Phase I through Phase IV.
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SCAD celebrates the Class of 2022 with acclaimed actor, producer, and director Amy Poehler, host Daniel Thrasher, and honorees David Yurman and Tricky Stewart
SAVANNAH, Ga., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Savannah College of Art and Design celebrates the Class of 2022, the university's largest graduating class, with digital and in-person events Friday, June 3, and Saturday, June 4. Presented online, the Presidential Conferment of Degrees begins 9 a.m. ET, Friday, June 3, for all SCAD locations, uniting graduates, students, and audiences from around the world. Following the morning's ceremony, in-person Presentations of Degrees with esteemed faculty will take place in Savannah and Atlanta through Saturday, June 4, as graduates command the stage.
"The Class of 2022 will carry SCAD in their hearts wherever they go, into every boardroom, every brand they build, and every atelier and studio they launch," said SCAD President and Founder Paula Wallace. "SCAD Bees make the world more beautiful. Together, we strengthen our communities and uplift our neighbors. These talented Bees may be graduating, but they never leave SCAD. They are SCAD. And they shine our love and light in everything they create for others."
The high-energy, digital conferment of degrees ceremony will be emceed by entertainer, actor, composer, YouTube sensation, and SCAD alum Daniel Thrasher (B.F.A., performing arts, 2015).
President Wallace will confer degrees and present two honorary degrees to visionary artists David Yurman and Tricky Stewart. Yurman is a jewelry designer and sculptor with a lifelong love for design an innovation. With his wife and co-founder, Sybil, Yurman created America's foremost luxury jewelry brand, David Yurman. Stewart is a multi-Grammy Award-winning songwriter, producer, and composer. In a career spanning more than three decades, Stewart's profound respect and appreciation for music has been the guiding force in more than 50 million records sold.
Acclaimed actor, writer, director, producer, and bestselling author Amy Poehler will deliver the commencement address to more than 3,200 graduates during the virtual ceremony. Poehler made her documentary directorial debut with Amazon's critically acclaimed documentary Lucy & Desi, which she executive produced through her production company Paper Kite Productions. She also executive produces Netflix's Emmy-Award winning series Russian Doll, Amazon's Harlem, NBC's Making It, which she co-hosts alongside Nick Offerman, Peacock's Baking It, and Fox's Duncanville, which she co-created and voices two characters. Her acting credits include Parks and Recreation, Saturday Night Live, Inside Out, and Mean Girls, among others.
Other programming includes remarks by SCAD alumni Erika Bazo (B.F.A., industrial design, 2014; B.F.A., service design, 2014) and Daniel Freyermuth (B.F.A., industrial design, 2012). The couple met at SCAD and have since led innovation and change in their respective creative careers. Bazo is a senior user experience manager at multinational financial services firm Charles Schwab. Freyermuth serves as the product strategy and development director for Flarespace, a Storyteller Overland subsidiary and adventure van parts manufacturer supporting RV manufacturers and the DIY community. Their remarks will encourage the new graduates to "live free, explore endlessly, and tell better stories."
The HoneyBees, SCAD's elite performance ensemble, will also be featured, along with a compilation video of the university's 2022 Outstanding Graduates from both the SCAD Savannah and Atlanta locations, and a special highlight reel dedicated to the Class of 2022. Outstanding graduates represent an array of the university's top-ranked degree programs including business of beauty and fragrance, interactive design and game development, industrial design, interior design, performing arts, visual effects, and user experience (UX) design.
The digital event will be livestreamed via YouTube with a link to the live broadcast at scad.edu/commencement, giving at-home viewers a front-row seat to the show.
Following the morning ceremony, the Presentation of Degrees ceremonies will take place as in-person events at the Savannah Convention Center and the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. Savannah graduates will participate in the ceremony designated for their school on either Friday, June 3, or Saturday, June 4. For friends and loved ones who are unable to attend in person, all Presentation of Degrees ceremonies will also be streamed live online via scad.edu/commencement.
SCAD Outstanding Graduates 2022
Atlanta:
Valedictorian:
Jabria Oliver
B.F.A. industrial design
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Salutatorian:
Akebalan Etzioni
B.F.A. interactive design and game development
Tuskegee, Alabama
Excelsus Laureate:
You Li
M.F.A. interior design
Handan, China
Savannah:
Valedictorian:
Hannah Harris
B.F.A. business of beauty and fragrance
Coconut Creek, Florida
Salutatorian:
Andrew Goodridge
B.F.A. user experience (UX) design
West Chester, Pennsylvania
Excelsus Laureate:
Felipe Amaya Quintero
M.F.A. visual effects
Bogotá, Colombia
SCAD: THE UNIVERSITY FOR CREATIVE CAREERS
SCAD is a private, nonprofit, accredited university, offering more than 100 graduate and undergraduate degree programs across locations in Atlanta and Savannah, Georgia; Lacoste, France; and online via SCADnow. For more information, visit scad.edu.
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