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TAMPA, Fla. — WWE Global Ambassador Titus O'Neil is helping students across the Tampa Bay area this weekend.
O'Neil whose real name is Thaddeus Bullard is hosting his annual back-to-school bash on Saturday, July 29 at Raymond James Stadium, according to a news release from the Bullard Family Foundation.
The Bullard Foundation is an organization that helps provide families and children with community resources.
In partnership with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the event will give away more than 30,000 backpacks that contain school supplies such as writing utensils, notebooks, folders and more.
More than 500 volunteers helped fill those backpacks ahead of the event.
AdventHealth will also provide physicals to pre-registered families at the event, and the Glazer Family Foundation will offer eye exams and eyeglasses.
"...More than 20 local food proprietors including Bolay, Moe’s Southwestern Grill, PDQ, and Livy O’s will offer complimentary food to attendees," the news release mentioned.
Students will also receive free haircuts if they wish to get one as well as various medical screenings including physical, dental, and eye exams if parents have signed them up.
Last year more than 37,000 people showed up to take advantage of the assistance and services that were on offer.
The back-to-school bash will run from 9:01 a.m. through 1:01 p.m. Guests are asked to enter through Gate B at the stadium.
To register for the event, click here.
To learn more about the Bullard Family Foundation, click here.
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Kenosha County Board leaders have begun a review of a more than decade-old ethics code. The proposed changes call for a single policy for conduct for elected officials and staff.
The Executive Committee discussed, but did not act on the proposed changes at its meeting Thursday night. The county has separate ethics policies for elected employees and staff. The county’s policy structure is uncommon when it comes to such codes, according to Sam Hall, an attorney with the Madison-based firm of Crivello Carlson, who was hired to review and recommend changes.
Hall said the county is ahead of other municipalities, when it comes to such policies and that policies vary depending on the municipality.
“Traditionally, what we see is a single ethics code that governs elected officials and employees alike. There isn’t a double standard. It’s the same rules that apply to everyone,” he said.
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During discussions, Hall said that the fact that the county had two codes leaves it “susceptible” because while elected officials are restricted in what they can reveal from closed session meetings, “they don’t really restrict staff.”
“(Elected officials) know that that’s confidential and that’s not to be shared. That’s part of the ethics code,” he said. “But there’s staff that sits in those sessions, as well.”
Supervisor Mark Nordigian wondered whether those appointed to county advisory boards and commissions should also be included in the proposed policy.
Nordigian, who chairs the public works committee, referred to Supervisor Brian Thomas who spoke earlier to give an update on activities of the Racial and Ethnic Equity Commission, including the disruptive behavior between a County Board supervisor and a commissioner coming from the embattled panel in recent weeks.
Thomas, who along with Supervisor Andy Berg, is one of two County Board representatives on the commission, said the supervisor, who had access to the private phone numbers and emails of fellow commissioners, posted them publicly on social media encouraging the public to contact them. Thomas, chair of the Legislative Committee, did not refer to Berg by name.
Thomas described the exchanges at the July 13 meeting as “combative” and that the public reaction that followed, particularly on social media, was not what county leaders and the community would want from the commission. He said commissioners should be included “in every part of our ethics code.”
“Since the county executive appoints, we approve commissioners at all levels – they should be held to the same level of (accountability) that we are, as well as, employees of the county,” he said.
Supervisor Brian Bashaw, Judiciary and Law chair, wondered whether there was a “check and balance” on legal counsel.
Hall said the new policy and accompanying ordinance intends to take pressure off of the office to avoid conflicts of interest.
“The Corporation Counsel’s office would be the point person on that, but the way that this is designed is that if it’s for something that occurred already ... the Corporation Counsel’s office has no choice but to seek outside counsel,” Hall said.
Thomas later questioned whether there were types of violations that would be “better suited” to investigations by peers and a mechanism by which a panel could be formed to handle them in a timely manner without the expense of outside legal counsel.
Hall said in the case of employees, steps for investigating a violation are already in place. When it comes to elected officials, an investigation can be more difficult, he said.
“If you actually want to hold an elected official accountable, elected officials are accountable to their constituents,” Hall said.
While employees can be disciplined and terminated, a provision in the state law to remove supervisors has a “high burden” that is difficult to meet. Hall questioned what purpose would be served if a tribunal were assembled to investigate local elected officials.
“What is the teeth to be imposed against that elected official for not conforming to the rules or to the norms or to the best interests of the community, because I don’t think you can do anything,” he said.
Hall although the County Board could go through the legislative process of removing an elected official or to censure an individual, “there’s really no teeth to anything,” he said.
Even more difficult is removing another official from elected to office, such as the county executive, sheriff, register of deeds, among others.
Last fall, the Finance and Administration Committee sought legal advice on whether then-Sheriff David Beth could be reprimanded after independent investigations found he failed to follow proper channels by unilaterally approving close to $22,000 in jail staff bonuses. The incident triggered the recommendation to review county's ethics policies.
The investigations did not result in criminal charges or findings of misconduct against Beth. At the time, Cardamone said he could find no viable legal theory by which the county could reprimand Beth short of an expensive civil suit.
Aaron Karow, the Planning and Development Committee chair, asked about Hall’s rationale against recommending an ethics board as part of the policy.
“My personal view from seeing this is they end up becoming jokes. They get used for political purposes and that swings in all different directions depending on which way the wind is blowing,” Hall said. “And, at the end of the day, I think either people become numb to it and they don’t care because it’s just the next witch hunt. Or, everybody just completely disengages.”
Thomas said the proposed policy should include what type of information could be shared over social media. Hall said this was already addressed in the policy although not specifically pointing to social media.
Thomas said that in the case of the equity commission contact information of commissioners was shared on social media, but had not been made available to the public and is redacted when the candidates for appointment turn in applications. Commissioners have shared their contact information with each other, however, for communication purposes, according to Thomas.
Supervisor Terry Rose, who chairs the finance committee, disagreed with the practice of keeping confidential the contact information of panel members who advise the county on public policy.
“I don’t see that as confidential. Why should it be? Those people should hear things privately and publicly,” he said.
Supervisor Erin Decker, County Board vice chair, asked for clarification of the policy’s restrictions on election campaign items, including whether supervisors could wear buttons in county buildings during an election year something Hall said he would research and report back.
Also under consideration in the policy revision is increasing the value from $25 to $50 for non-monetary gifts or donations, such as, but not limited to food or flowers.
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Two south Lincoln houses caught fire Saturday morning after being struck by lightning, according to Lincoln Fire and Rescue.
Lincoln Fire and Rescue were first called to a house fire near S. 40th Street and Old Cheney Road. Capt. Mike Buehrer said they were dispatched just before 9 a.m. for a small fire in the attic.
Buehrer said the homeowners were sitting on the couch almost directly below the strike but didn’t hear or smell anything. Instead, it was the neighbors who came over to alert the homeowners that their house had been struck by lightning.
“They couldn’t have been any more underneath exactly where it struck,” Buehrer said.
Buehrer said it took about 10 minutes for rescue crews to get the fire under control and that the heavy rain put out the majority of the fire. There was minimal damage to the house, according to Buehrer and the homeowners were able to reoccupy the house.
Lincoln Fire and Rescue was then dispatched shortly after 9 a.m. for another house fire near S. 90th Street and Old Cheney Road. The homeowner called in the fire, reporting a suspected lightning strike. The heavy rain continued on during this house fire as well.
“It was pouring when we were there, so it didn’t hurt,” Lincoln Fire and Rescue Capt. William Medina said.
Because of the potential future lightning strikes, Medina said Lincoln Fire and Rescue avoids going on to the roof and has to spray water from the outside or go inside. The fire was contained to the roof and had minimal damages. Medina said they were on the scene of the fire for about an hour.
Fire Inspector Brad Hasenjaeger said the fire was contained to the area that the lightning hit and did not have an estimated cost for damages.
There are no reports of any injuries.
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5 most common causes of reported house fires
What causes house fires?
As the temperature drops, the appeal of curling up on the sofa with a fluffy blanket and a cup of hot chocolate increases. Many people tend to stay indoors in the cooler months, their homes becoming warm, safe havens occasionally permeated by the aroma of holiday meals or gingerbread cookies.
But with more time spent indoors, furnaces and heaters, and kitchen appliances working over time, these seemingly cozy circumstances can quickly turn tragic. Westfield compiled a list of the most common causes of reported house fires from data collected by the National Fire Protection Association from 2015 to 2019. The numbers are unambiguous: House fires are more frequent in the cooler months. The report also shows the rate of fires peaks from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., when people with typical daytime work, school, and activity schedules return home.
Fire departments across the U.S. responded to an estimated average of 346,800 home fire calls each year between 2015 and 2019. An average of 2,620 people died each year in that timeframe, and over 11,000 were injured. Property damage due to house fires was $7.3 billion.
The following are the most common culprits of house fires, all of which should be placed on your household safety watchlist to prevent what should be a joyous time of year taking a potentially devastating turn.
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#5. Smoking materials
- Percent of total house fires caused by smoking materials: 5%
- Percent of total house fire deaths: 23% (#1 leading cause)
- Percent of total house fire injuries: 9% (#4 leading cause)
- Percent of total direct house fire property damage: 7% (#6 leading cause)
In the 1980s, more than 30% of the U.S. population smoked; by 2019, the number had just about halved. This decrease in the smoking population lowered the number of house fires caused by smoking materials, but not their lethality.
According to the NFPA's report, while the number of deaths from fires sourced to smoking materials in 2016 was 64% lower than in 1980, it was also the highest since 2006. Having a physical disability, being asleep, being under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and other conditions limiting people's ability to escape from smoke and flames contribute to smoking-related fire casualties.
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#4. Intentional
- Percent of total house fires caused by intentional fires: 7%
- Percent of total house fire deaths: 15% (#5 leading cause)
- Percent of total house fire injuries: 7% (#5 leading cause)
- Percent of total direct house fire property damage: 8% (#5 leading cause)
Intentionally started fires may originate through everyday activities like lighting a barbeque grill or a backyard bonfire. Such actions could lead to accidental house fires. Controlled burns—those used to clear land or to protect forest health—can also spiral out of control leading to property damage and loss of life.
Arson, defined as "the act of knowingly burning personal property without consent or with unlawful intent ," also falls into this category. The penalties for arson in private houses vary between states and by the degree of damage. Intentional fires cause about 400 deaths each year.
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#3. Electrical distribution and lighting equipment
- Percent of total house fires caused by electrical distribution and lighting equipment: 9%
- Percent of total house fire deaths: 16% (#4 leading cause)
- Percent of total house fire injuries: 10% (#3 leading cause)
- Percent of total direct house fire property damage: 18% (#1 leading cause)
Electrical malfunctions, such as arc faults, can occur in any electricity-powered equipment. An arc fault is a high-power discharge between eroded or corroded conductors. Such faults can occur within the walls of a home, especially if an electrical outlet has begun to degrade or was installed incorrectly.
A high level of electrical current can produce enough heat to ignite a fire. To prevent this type of house fire , look for worn-out appliance cords, damaged connectors, loose wires in junction boxes or electrical devices, and faulty switches.
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#2. Heating equipment
- Percent of total house fires caused by heating equipment: 13%
- Percent of total house fire deaths: 18% (#3 leading cause)
- Percent of total house fire injuries: 12% (#2 leading cause)
- Percent of total direct house fire property damage: 14% (#3 leading cause)
Heating equipment fires follow a clear seasonal pattern—they happen more often in December, January, and February. Stationary or portable space heaters account for more than 80% of deaths related to home heating fires.
Over half of such casualties result from leaving heating equipment too close to clothing, upholstered furniture, mattresses, or bedding. Another cause of these kinds of fires is the lack of proper cleaning and maintenance of fireplaces and central heating systems.
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#1. Cooking
- Percent of total house fires caused by cooking: 49%
- Percent of total house fire deaths: 20% (#2 leading cause)
- Percent of total house fire injuries: 42% (#1 leading cause)
- Percent of total direct house fire property damage: 16% (#2 leading cause)
Even though most cooking-related fires are minor, an average of 470 were reported daily in 2018. The number of reported cooking fires peaks, perhaps unsurprisingly, during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. More alarming still is that there were more cooking fire-related deaths in 2014-2018 than there were 30 years prior, despite advancements in electric and gas ranges and other cooking appliances during the intervening years. Commonly, people are napping or engaged in other activities when the fires start.
For proper risk prevention, avoiding food unsupervised on the stove, in the oven, or in other cooking appliances such as an air fryer or convection oven is crucial. Be aware that households with electrical ranges are at higher risk than those with gas ranges.
This story originally appeared on Westfield and was produced and distributed in partnership with Stacker Studio.
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LYNCHBURG, Va. – On Friday, Jerry Falwell Jr. announced the Falwell Family Trust is suing Liberty University over alleged unauthorized use of Dr. Jerry Falwell’s trademark, name and image.
After his passing in 2007, Dr. Falwell left his intellectual property to his children, of which Jerry Falwell, Jr. is a trustee and beneficiary.
The lawsuit alleges that the university wrongfully “exploited” Dr. Falwell’s name and image, as well as the “Jerry Falwell” trademark, by use without permission and falsely associating the Jerry Falwell brand with the university.
“Liberty announced it is spending approximately $35 million of student tuition money on an ostentatious Disneyesque shrine, including an interactive hologram,” Falwell, Jr. said. “I asked the University to stop improperly using my father’s intellectual property and sent the University leadership a proposed license agreement that would cover the Jerry Falwell Center, assuming there was meaningful consultation with the family about the use of my father’s intellectual property. Unfortunately, they chose to continue using it without authorization, and in an undignified manner that seems to attempt to aggrandize and deify my father in a fawning way that he would never have wanted or approved. It really is the ‘Jerry First Center’ blatantly ignoring the fact that my father was known for producing millions of ‘Jesus First’ lapel pins free of charge for anyone to wear.”
According to the lawsuit, Liberty acknowledged the Trust’s ownership of the trademark, but continued to use it to “create confusion.”
The lawsuit alleges that a Jerry Falwell campaign uses Dr. Falwell’s name on the the upcoming Jerry Falwell Center, image and trademark in Liberty commercials and other advertising, uses his handwriting and signature in promotional materials, and casts of his footprints for a walking tour of the campus.
The lawsuit also claims Liberty University used Falwell intellectual property to “solicit donations and to sell naming rights” to rooms in the Jerry Falwell Center.
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ABINGDON, Va. (WJHL) — The Southwest Virginia Cultural Center and Marketplace hosted a “Made in SWVA” craft fair, highlighting almost two dozen full-time and hobbyist artisans.
The event put Southwest Virginia crafters in the spotlight on Saturday as part of the Virginia Highlands Festival. Basket weavers, chair makers, crochet artists and more were in attendance providing demos and selling their work.
The cultural center serves the creative economy of 19 counties and 4 cities in SWVA. Among attending crafters and makers included Linda Skeens, who’s widely known both regionally and globally for her sweeping blue ribbon wins at the KY-VA District Fair.
The Wayne C. Henderson School of Appalachian Arts joined, as well, for several demonstrations in guitar-making, soap/bath bomb creation and letterpress activities.
The Southwest Virginia Cultural Center’s Marketing Director Olivia Bailey said this event helps artisans market their products and build their brands.
“We are trying to constantly provide educational programming for them to help on things like how to market your products, how to price your products, how to increase your growth as an artisan and as a business owner,” she told News Channel 11.
Jason Lester is a chairmaker that attended the event to both sell his chairs and provide visitors with demos on how he constructs them. He said this kind of event keeps the handmade way of making things alive.
“Events like this just kind of get some recognition out there, that there’s still people out there doing these traditional handcrafted works,” he said.
If you missed out on the summer event, another chance to attend the same event in Abingdon is taking place in November.
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Law enforcement officials are investigating after a 50-year-old man was struck and killed in Philadelphia's East Oak Lane neighborhood early Saturday.
According to police, the incident occurred at about 1: 19 a.m., when a vehicle -- that police did not provide details on -- reportedly struck a man along the 6400 block of N. 8th Street, then sped off into the night.
Officials said the man was taken to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced at about 2:05 a.m.
The incident, police said, remains under investigation.
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Issue 1 poll: Most Ohio voters oppose plan to make it harder to amend constitution
Nearly 60% of Ohio voters oppose an August ballot measure that would make it harder to change the constitution, according to a new poll.
A USA TODAY Network/Suffolk University poll released Thursday found 57% of voters are against Issue 1, including some Republicans and opponents of abortion. Twenty-six percent back the issue, while 17% are undecided with just weeks to go before the Aug. 8 election.
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Issue 1, if passed, would require 60% of the vote to enact proposed constitutional amendments instead of a simple majority of 50% plus one. It also would require citizens to get signatures from all 88 counties to place something on the ballot, instead of 44, and remove a 10-day period that allows petitioners to replace bad signatures.
"There is an enormous coalition working to educate voters about Issue 1 − and the more voters learn, the more they hate it," said Dennis Willard, a spokesman for the One Person One Vote coalition, which opposes Issue 1. "But we also know that special interests and politicians put Issue 1 on an Aug. 8 ballot because they wanted to sneak it past voters, so we remain laser focused on raising awareness and turning out Ohioans to reject it."
The poll of 500 voters, 454 likely voters and 46 registered voters, conducted July 9 to 12, has a margin of error of plus or minus 4.4 percentage points.
Opposition to Issue 1 bucks partisan politics
Some of the key groups advocating for and against Issue 1 fall along party lines. The Ohio Republican Party is urging voters to support the measure, while the Ohio Democratic Party is working against it. Other supporters include conservative-leaning organizations such as the Ohio Chamber of Commerce and Ohio Right to Life.
One Person One Vote includes unions and environmental groups that tend to favor Democrats. But former GOP governors and nonpartisan voting rights advocates are also among the staunchest critics of Issue 1.
The poll suggests those nuances exist among Ohio voters. Democrats are more likely to oppose Issue 1, but 41% of Republicans, 60% of independents and 41% of Ohioans who voted for President Donald Trump in 2020 said they're also against it. Conversely, 13% of Democrats and 12% of President Joe Biden's supporters said they back the issue.
Eleven percent of Democrats, 21% of Republicans and 16% of independents remain undecided.
Opponents dominated other key demographics in the poll, including age, race and education level. The strongest opposition comes from voters in the Cleveland and Cincinnati areas, but over half of voters in all five regions of the state are against the ballot proposal.
Proponents of Issue 1 dismissed the poll's findings and expressed confidence that Ohio voters are on their side.
"Though the multiple millions spent by special interests on false ads against Issue 1 has impacted the media’s polling, our polling shows that the momentum our grassroots campaign is building across all 88 counties of the state will show up in force on Election Day," said Spencer Gross, a spokesman for Protect Our Constitution. "When Ohioans hear the facts about Issue 1, they strongly support it because they want to protect our constitution against the very type of big money, out-of-state influence we have been seeing from the 'no' side."
How is abortion influencing voters on Issue 1?
The results indicate voters also have complicated views about the relationship between Issue 1 and abortion. Ohio Republicans pushed for the August election to get ahead of a potential November ballot issue that would enshrine abortion and other reproductive rights in the constitution.
According to the poll:
- Nearly two-thirds of those who support the proposed abortion amendment are against Issue 1.
- Twenty-two percent of abortion-rights backers support Issue 1.
- Nearly half of voters who oppose the abortion amendment also oppose Issue 1.
- One-third of abortion opponents are in favor of Issue 1.
University of Cincinnati political scientist David Niven said the findings − particularly the division among anti-abortion Ohioans − show Issue 1 supporters are struggling to sell the measure to their base.
"The Republicans who are backing this issue are forced into selling an 'eat your peas' message," Niven said. "There’s nothing exciting about it. There’s nothing people want. They’re grasping at something and trying to tell you it's for your own good."
Read more about Issue 1 and the August election
- What Ohioans need to know about the August election on Issue 1
- Poll worker recruitment picks up, despite early concerns of shortage
- Want to vote by mail in Ohio's August election? Here's what to know about ballot requests
- How Ohio Issue 1 could make it harder to put amendments on the ballot
- Term limits, minimum wage: How 60% rule would have changed Ohio Constitution
- Is August election about abortion? Secretary of StateFrankLaRose says '100%'
Haley BeMiller is a reporter for the USA TODAY Network Ohio Bureau, which serves the Columbus Dispatch, Cincinnati Enquirer, Akron Beacon Journal and 18 other affiliated news organizations across Ohio.
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BALTIMORE — The Attorney General's Office is opening an independent investigation surrounding the death of a Baltimore man while in police custody.
According to investigators, the incident happened on Tuesday around 4:20 p.m. when Baltimore City Fire emergency personnel, BPD, and MTA Police responded to the 200 block of South Howard Street following reports of a man lying in the middle of the street trying to kill himself and "fighting people."
According to the Attorney General's report, body cam footage details MTA officers and EMS on the scene before Baltimore police's arrival. During that time, MTA officers were seen in the video trying to speak to the man, says the release.
The report says the man was then restrained in handcuffs and placed on his side on an ambulance stretcher, secured with restraint straps, and once the man was placed inside the ambulance, medical staff began rendering aid.
The report later detailed that several minutes after being placed in the ambulance, the man became unresponsive. The report also states that the officers inside the ambulance then removed the cuffs while medical staff attempted to revive him. That man was taken to a local hospital, where he died a few hours later, says the report.
The cause of death is pending the results of an autopsy by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
According to the report, the body-worn cameras of the BPD officers were active during the incident. Maryland Transit Administration Police officers are not equipped with body-worn cameras. The video may be released in accordance with Baltimore Police Department and Independent Investigations Division policies.
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DENVER — On Friday, Denver's Department of Housing Stability (HOST) announced that the Denver Housing Authority (DHA) approved the acquisition of the Best Western Central Park hotel on Quebec Street to convert it into permanent supportive housing. The purchase of this 194-unit hotel is in support of Mayor Mike Johnston's emergency declaration to end encampments and help 1,000 unhoused Denver residents, the department said.
The acquisition is still pending City Council action, but once it is finalized, the renovated property will be bought for almost $26 million, "using approximately $11 million from the DHA Delivers for Denver (D3) bond funds made possible through an intergovernmental agreement with the City and County of Denver, as well as a bridge loan of $16 million through Northern Trust," said HOST in a press release. "[HOST] will submit a resolution request to Denver City Council in the coming weeks to provide $16 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds to support the acquisition via payment to the bridge lender."
According to HOST, the purchase is expected to close by mid-August, and the start of a lease to the City — which DHA will do through HOST for a "nominal annual rate and basic maintenance costs" — is thought to start Sept. 1 of this year. Until the building can be converted into supportive housing, HOST is said to contact a partner to offer non-congregate shelter along with supportive services.
Of the hotel's 194 units, 40% of them will be reserved for tenants who earn 30% of area median income and one unit will be for staff — more than half of the units already have kitchenettes, which is "ideal for supportive housing," said HOST.
“Unsheltered homelessness is an emergency situation in Denver, and we are laser-focused on bringing 1,000 people safely inside while permanently decommissioning encampments by the end of 2023,” said Johnston. “This acquisition is the first key piece of that puzzle and puts us on a solid path to achieving our goal, connecting our unhoused neighbors to housing and low-barrier shelter, and improving quality of life in neighborhoods across our city.”
Counting this purchase, 11 sites have been made available with land acquisition resources from the D3 partnership between DHA and the City and County of Denver, which uses "property tax mill levy revenue from Denver’s Affordable Housing Fund, in part, to expedite and expand a pipeline of supportive housing residences," said HOST.
“Partnerships are essential to creating stable housing options for those exiting homelessness in our community. The acquisition of hotels for conversion to supportive housing helps expand the pipeline quickly by leveraging existing buildings,” said Laura Brudzynski, executive director of HOST. “We’re proud to help move another hotel acquisition forward for supportive housing, and are excited about the opportunity to provide non-congregate shelter as an interim use at this site prior to its conversion to housing.”
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HOUSTON — Over the past three days, Callie Clemens, her dog Giselle -- who is a fantastic puppy sniffer -- and a group of volunteers have been scouring storm drains near the Spring Branch area looking for dogs she says are trapped.
Why is she doing this?
"Because I can’t sleep knowing there are puppies in there going to die,” Clemens said.
Since the search effort started, the group has managed to save two of the lost litter. She said there are two others underground that she can still hear.
The volunteers have been using dog sounds on their phones in hopes that they can get some type of response from the remaining puppies.
“I know they’re still in there, I just think they’re further down," she said.
Volunteers spent Friday night searching after dark for the remaining litter, wading through nasty water and fighting through nests of cockroaches, looking for the lost puppies that they say they hear crying.
The group hopes it won't be too much longer before the puppies are found.
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DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — Tiya Morgan dropped off her son at work last week not knowing she would never see him again.
Now she is making final arrangements to honor Jacob Johnson's life. The 16-year-old's funeral is planned for Saturday. While people memorialize the teen's short life, his suspected killer is in custody at DeKalb County's juvenile detention center.
Morgan said she doesn't want people to remember her son for how his life was taken - she wants people to know the sweet hard-working boy she raised.
“They didn’t just rob him, they robbed the world of my child," Morgan said.
When Morgan sent her son to work on July 15 at a Dekalb County IHOP, she had no idea that her kind, smart and ambitious child would lose his life that day.
Dekalb County Sheriff's Office investigators said Johnson was shot and killed by another teen who knew him.
“There wasn’t no beef. This boy just did not like my son," she said. "My son was only working there for a few months. The news was reporting that this was his first summer job but Jacob has been working since he was 14 years old."
Johnson was one of Morgan's four children.
She said he loved roller skating, had big dreams and wanted to be a lawyer someday— but now she’s planning his homegoing service instead.
Through her grief and anger, she has a message for the community.
“It's not just my child. It other mothers and fathers out there whose children didn’t deserve this," Morgan said.
This grief-stricken mom said she is tired of gun violence in metro Atlanta and is asking parents and kids to love each other instead of turning to irreversible measures. She's also asking parents to step up.
“I need parents to know who have handguns or whose children can get access to handguns, first and foremost with what happened to my son I feel like they should be charged as well," said Morgan.
Johnson's visitation is Friday and his memorial is scheduled for Saturday. Those who would like to contribute to memorial funds can do so here.
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SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – A 22-year-old man accused of fatally shooting his aunt’s boyfriend during a heated argument at a Casselberry apartment complex has turned himself in, according to police.
Joel Ferrer turned himself in at the John E. Polk Correctional Facility around 10:30 a.m. Saturday, a member of the Casselberry Police Department said in a statement.
Ferrer had already run away by the time officers responded to the shooting at Goldelm at Regency Oaks Apartments around 11:11 p.m. Thursday, according to the department. Officers were told by Ferrer’s aunt that her live-in boyfriend — identified as David Jackson, 41 — had confronted Ferrer after the aunt raised concern that the 22-year-old was mishandling a handgun. Jackson was shot during the quarrel and underwent emergency surgery at a hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries at 11:58 p.m., police said.
“I believe there was just a shooting in my apartment complex,” a neighbor said in a 911 call. “I just heard gunshots, I’m hearing screaming and I’m looking around.”
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Police initially warned that Ferrer was to be considered armed and dangerous on the lam, also announcing a warrant for second-degree murder had been secured with his name on it.
Ferrer turned himself in with his attorney’s support, according to the update.
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WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — Around 700 students are ready for school thanks to the 8th annual Backpack Bash put on by First Presbyterian Church of Wichita and the International Rescue Committee.
The event serves refugees, immigrants, and asylum seekers.
It gives students of all ages a chance to pick out new backpacks and supplies for the upcoming school year.
Event organizers said a lot of newcomers are now in the ICT.
“Equip them for success in school and you know we’ve all been new somewhere sometime a new job or whatever and they are here with new country, new language, and new school, new friends new everything and we just want to do what we can to make them feel welcome and excited,” said First Presbyterian Church of Wichita, Ruling Elder/Mission Chair, Patrice Cummings.
Cummings said the smiles on each student’s face when picking out their new items makes each year worth it and they couldn’t do it without different community partners.
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VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — A Seville man was arrested Wednesday on animal cruelty charges after four horses were found ‘extremely emaciated and lethargic,’ the Volusia County Sheriff’s Department said.
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Deputies said that on July 8, they found four horses in poor conditions in a Seville residence.
According to a news release, two mares, a tan Palomino and a brown and white paint, were lethargic, with their bones visibly pointing at their skin.
The two other horses were in a separate pasture, malnourished and underweight.
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Officials said the horses were neglected and lacked medical care, including eye, dental, and hoof care.
The homeowner told deputies he faced financial struggles and could not care for the animals.
But, according to the report, the horse’s condition has been deteriorating for several months-- even years.
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Deputies seized the horses to provide them with veterinary care at a facility in New Smyrna Beach.
Both mares were in pain with infections, dehydration, and severely overgrown hooves, the veterinary report states.
On July 22, the vet said that one of the mares’ conditions got worse, with infections in her right front hoof and terminal injuries that resulted in euthanization.
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The other mare is in critical condition, but vets said her situation is improving.
The horses’ owner, Wayne Prevatt, was arrested Wednesday night.
Officials said Prevatt was charged with two counts of felony cruelty to animals, two misdemeanor counts of cruelty to animals, and four counts of unlawful confinement/abandoning animals.
Prevatt bonded out of jail, deputies said.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A pig, goat and several chickens were killed after flames erupted inside a Sacramento County outbuilding Saturday, the Sacramento Metro Fire District said.
The fire began around 10:33 a.m. Saturday in the 7900 block of El Verano Avenue. Multiple horses and other livestock were saved.
Fire officials say they are now investigating what might have caused the fire.
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VALPARAISO — A familiar face rejoined the Valparaiso school board, a new board president was elected, and the school board agreed to urge state legislators to fully fund textbook expenses.
On Thursday night, Karl Cender was officially sworn in as a school board member. Cender had previously served from 2010-2022 and served as board president in 2021.
Valparaiso Community Schools differs from most school districts as its school board members are appointed by the city and township rather than elected by voters.
“I look forward to serving the community, our kids and also serving along with these fine board members,” Cender said during the meeting.
The school board members also elected officers. Kurt Minko was unanimously elected as board president, succeeding former board member Jennifer Bognar.
Rob Behrend was elected board vice president but faced a challenge from fellow board member Erika Watkins, who nominated herself for the position. Behrend was elected board VP in a rare non-unanimous 4 to 1 vote. Watkins was then unanimously elected board secretary.
Watkins later said she respected everyone on the board and didn’t want her vying for the vice president position to be a discussion in the community.
“I just want to sit next to Kurt Minko,” she joked, saying she would continue to voice what she feels is right.
The school board heard from district CFO Jim Holifield, who updated the board on the estimated impact of the elimination of textbook rental fees.
House Enrolled Act 1001, the state’s two-year budget, prohibits schools from charging families for curricular materials, which was most commonly in the form of textbook rental fees. The state legislature appropriated $160 million for curricular material that will be distributed to schools based on attendance later this year.
Schools will still be able to collect unpaid fees from students who are not on free or reduced lunch. In addition, parents will still be responsible for the cost of activities and materials such as field trips, school supplies and damages to textbooks.
Holfield estimated Valparaiso schools would lose around $167,000 for the next school year. He recommended the school board urge state legislators to increase appropriations for curricular materials to fully fund the expenses.
Superintendent Jim McCall also updated the board on the school district’s ILEARN test scores, telling them Valparaiso Community Schools were in the top 15 of math and English language arts scores statewide.
The next school board meeting is scheduled for Aug. 24.
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The Valparaiso School Administration building is pictured. On Thursday night, Karl Cender was sworn in as a member of the Valpo school board, while Kurt Minko was elected president.
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Nearly every Pima County employee will receive a raise after a more than year-long, methodical study found one of the region’s largest employers inadequately classifies and pays its workers.
The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to spend $9.5 million to reorganize employees into new salary grades and job classifications after an outside firm found about a third of county employees earn less than those in similar positions throughout the state.
The board approved the $380,000 study, conducted by CBIZ Talent and Compensation Solutions, in June 2022. The last in-depth study of the county’s compensation systems occurred in 1957, according to County Administrator Jan Lesher.
More than 60 years later, the CBIZ report showed the county underpays its employees compared to market rates, has no definitive system for adjustments to employee pay and routinely hires people at the minimum of the pay scale, creating an “outdated and overly complex” classification and pay system, Lesher said.
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The unstructured methodology has not only exacerbated turnover rates and increased vacancies, it’s affected employees’ bottom lines.
Rising costs financially strain employees as they retain the same salary, said Karl Wagner, an employee with the county’s Community and Workforce Development Department and chair of Pima County’s AFSCME division, the designated union for county employees.
“It was surprising to see that number (of jobs below market rates), but then, on second thought, I wasn't, because I see so many people struggling just with the cost of everything,” he said. Wagner specified his views don’t represent those of the AFSCME organization.
The board’s Tuesday vote implements what the county is calling phase one of salary adjustments, where workers are sorted into new, more specific job titles in updated salary classifications that are competitive within the market. For those earning wages below their job titles’ salary grade, they’ll move to the minimum salary of the wages assigned to their new pay range.
In August, supervisors will vote on the exact set of salary adjustments Lesher will recommend after human resources officials compile the changes and determine the cost. The goal is to raise wages enough to meet the middle of the market for similar positions in the region.
“When you think about how we've adjusted the classifications or who got raises, it's clearly taken us decades to get into the kind of mess some of those positions were in,” Lesher said. “That was my great fear, is that in a lot of this, we simply were not hitting the market …. We don't need to be setting any records, but we need to at least keep up with our competitors.”
"Low pay" for "high-stress" work
The county's government has felt the impact of the Great Resignation — the economic trend the U.S. began seeing in early 2021 where people voluntarily leave their jobs amid low unemployment levels and higher demands for labor rights. The lack of a policy outlining best practices for pay hasn’t helped.
The turnover rate has steadily increased over past years, with the last fiscal year seeing 22% turnover throughout the organization. A healthy turnover rate, Human Resources Director Cathy Bohland told the board Tuesday, “is anywhere between 5 and 10%,” which would “show that the organization is functioning well and able to provide and meet our business needs.”
Further destabilizing its workforce, the county employs more than 6,800 people with a median age of 50. In speaking with department heads, Board of Supervisors Chair Adelita Grijalva said most reported at least 50% of their employees are at or near retirement.
“How do you plan for leadership succession and making sure that you can keep that institutional experience in the organization when you don't have people that are taking the entry-level positions? All of that is a concern,” she said.
Employees leaving the county have contributed to a vacancy rate of about 13% as of July 16, leaving key departments such as the County Attorney's Office, the health department and facilities management without a full slate of workers to provide constituent services.
Pima County Attorney Laura Conover said her office continually struggles to hire employees performing some of the most demanding work.
It’s hard to hire “entry-level staff taking very sensitive calls,” or “redactors, who are in dark cubicles, reviewing traumatic footage, and trying to protect private, sensitive information for victims,” Conover said, “because the jobs are very low pay for very professional, high stress, delicate work.”
The CBIZ study found 81% of the county’s job classifications earn less than the market rate of similar job titles in the region. As part of the first phase of implementing a new compensation structure, the county will expand from 956 job classifications to 1,021 “to better define an employee’s position and duties,” Lesher said.
Starting with the pay period beginning Sept. 10, “the vast majority of county employees will see a (salary) adjustment,” Lesher said. It’s unclear for now precisely what those adjustments will look like until she brings a recommendation to the board in August outlining the changes. Key issues such as compression and budget restraints also have to be worked out.
Conover hopes the CBIZ study is amended to take into account new salaries for Tucson’s attorneys the City Council approved in June, the same month the CBIZ study came out. The city attorneys who mainly work on misdemeanor cases are making more than county attorneys working on felony-based cases, Conover said.
“At the end of the day, public safety will receive what we pay for,” she said.
Compression issues
The board has approved piecemeal across-the-board and department-specific raises in past years, including nearly $20 million in staff raises as part of last fiscal year’s budget with larger percentage increases for those making less. The raises gave an 8.5% raise for those making $35,000 a year or less, 5% for those making $35,001-$75,000, 3% for those making $75,001-$150,000 and 1% for those making more than $150,001.
But the percentage-based raises caused some employees right at the cut-off of the qualifying salaries for each respective increase to jump over those in higher pay grades, compounding compression issues. For those who’ve been working with the county for years, a less-experienced employee could easily catch up to them when moving to a higher pay grade.
“Compression is my biggest concern once everything is adjusted …. Other people have been in the job for a long time, they got a little bump, but now they're much closer together with somebody who's been working there less time,” Grijalva said.
Lesher said aiming for the midpoint of the new salary ranges in the new compensation structure will help address this. Plus, $5 million of the $9.5 million the board approved is earmarked for compression to provide raises to employees who may not jump a pay grade but still need compensation to ensure their wages align with experience and job tasks.
“It’s a very complicated process to look at the roughly 7,000 employees that the county has to reclassify and to then try to get the pay rates up,” Wagner from AFSCME said. “I believe it's a step in the right direction. But I think there needs to be a continued effort.”
Taxpayers absorb “astronomical raises”
The raises come at a significant cost to sustain over time, Lesher noted. “It is going to be very, very difficult for taxpayers to absorb the kinds of astronomical raises and things that are coming on,” she said.
Lesher said the board won’t go over the about $15 million it approved to implement the CBIZ study’s recommendations this fiscal year, leaving a finite amount of money to spread across thousands of county employees.
County leaders are considering enacting a cap on raises to control spending. Instead of implementing automatic pay bumps in the tens of thousands, “we would be looking at setting a cap, maybe $10,000,” Lesher said.
“I would rather that we gave everybody some of it, rather than, if we give everybody some of those very large raises, there won't be enough to cover all who need it,” she said.
The county also has to ensure it can finance salaries in future years while budgeting enough to account for future raises. Lesher said staff will bring a sustainability plan to the board in August to account for future years.
For Grijalva, rewarding employees for their years of service is a key part of the plan.
“I think a thank you to our employees for their dedication and staying with Pima County is something that's going to be really important for morale and for reducing the number of vacancies and amount of turnover,” she said.
The county provides increased vacation time based on years of service and is looking into other incentives like telecommuting policies and pet insurance, Lesher said.
“But in the final analysis, what really I think is bringing people to work is looking at what that salary is. It might not be the only driver, but it's clearly a critical one," she said.
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Curb appeal has long been a problem for Tucson.
Ride into town from the airport, head to the university along Speedway Boulevard, or cruise in on Interstate 10, and you can easily view Tucson's blemishes while missing what makes it nice.
That's been true for years, and these days, you're also liable to see the tent camps of the unhoused or passed-out people on drugs. That's not just a Tucson problem, but all in all, visitors' first visual impression may well be a negative one.
Before the tents of homeless people proliferated, there were other tents up that I've never gotten used to, that have been hanging around year after year. As you enter Tucson from the east along I-10, you pass a set of these tents near South Country Club Road, then the trashed old Spanish Trail Motel, then round the bend to the north, and as you approach downtown, you see not one, not two, but four huge, empty frames.
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These ones near downtown are the frames of the tents that hold three of Tucson's big gem shows: the 22nd Street, JG & M and GJX, which has two large tents. They have not always stayed up all year-round, after the gem, mineral and fossil shows end in February, but for at least five years, some have.
Some of these shows weren't even supposed to be in tents anymore. Plans have long been in the works to build permanent structures where the 22nd Street and GJX shows take place, but those plans have been held up for years, due to problems with financing, development conflicts, the pandemic and other factors. Meanwhile, though, a gradual shift to more permanent gem-show spaces is happening in various spots around Tucson.
Not everyone cares about Tucson's big tent frames, as I learned from posting about it on Facebook. Some find them ugly, as I do, but others don't, and others don't care what they look like because they belong to important money-generating businesses.
It turns out there has long been drama surrounding the inspections of tents, as Carolyn Cary, a former operations manager for gem shows in Tucson, told me. Some operators have been cited or fined, while others have sometimes lied about when they put the tents up to evade inspection requirements and others finessed the rules, she said.
"When you finally get busted, that’s when people give it up and don’t even care," she said. "Tucson is a bit of a don’t ask, don’t tell city."
'It's green to leave it up'
The way the permits for these mega-tents work, city spokesman Andrew Squire told me, they receive a 180-day permit from the Tucson Fire Department before the gem-show starts. During the pandemic years, these regulations weren't strictly enforced — not just on gem-show tents but other outdoor structures that businesses put up. But some were left up all year anyway, including Danny Duke's JG & M structure at West Simpson Road and South Freeway, the frontage road.
Not only does it save labor and money, he said, but it also saves on carbon emissions.
"I think it's green to leave it up," he told me.
Elsewhere in Tucson, though, there is movement beyond the big-tent era. Village Originals, perhaps known best for operating shows in large temporary tents near the Kino Sports Complex, also owns eight acres near South Palo Verde Road and East Ajo Way.
There, one 20,000-square-foot building for year-round exhibitions and retailing is under construction and should be complete by November, said owner Jim Gehring. The company is also in process to build a second 20,000-square-foot-building on the same property.
"We'll have a permanent presence," Gehring said. "We can be open all year long."
In addition, he said, it saves money in the long run to build a permanent structure. The company spends a half a million dollars per year having a contractor put up and take down tents at Kino, he said.
Nearby, alongside I-10 and South Country Club Road, the Holidome shows by G & LW still have some tents up, too. Owner Candace McNamara told me they usually take them down, but they are holding a small show in September there.
"We don't want permanent structures up because immediately it's too small," she said. "Therefore, we use hard-sided tents, then we tear them down and put them back up."
Another advantage of tents, she noted, is that they don't increase property taxes the way permanent structures do.
'Tents are an expensive hassle'
The JGM show, near the federal court house at 198 S. Granada Ave., was expected to become part of a multi-purpose development including the strip of land along the I-10 frontage road years ago.
In 2015, Allan Norville's Nor-Generations LLC won the right to develop the so-called Arena Site in a contested request-for-proposals process before the Rio Nuevo board. The Nor-Generations proposal featured a visual-arts center, hotel, and apartment complex.
This plan was supposed to work together with Nor-Generations developing a permanent gem-show site at the adjacent property, 198 S. Granada Ave., where the GJX tent frames are now. But there has been no visible progress, which led to a lawsuit by Rio Nuevo and a settlement last year.
Now, Nor-Generations is planning to sell the northern part of the Arena Site, at Congress and I-10, to another developer, who is proposing a 17-story residential project. Nor-Generations attorney Pat Lopez told me that other plans, including a permanent gem-show structure, depend on what happens with that project. If it wins a rezoning, then the sale of the land for that project can proceed, and so can further developments, such as a gem-show pavilion.
Further south, the 22nd Street show was also supposed to become part of the shift to permanent exhibition halls years ago. Owner Lowell Carhart won the old El Campo Tire property in a city auction but couldn't make his initial plan work financially.
Carhart told me he's working on getting the business on financially more solid ground this year before launching his next attempt to build a permanent hall there.
"We are contractually required with the COT (city of Tucson) to have a 50,000+ sf (square foot) edifice completed by February 2027 and I am eager for it to happen sooner," he told me by email. "Tents are an expensive hassle. The yearly payments on a mortgage on a new building would be less than the annual cost of the same size tent."
Moving toward permanence
Duke, who owns gem-show properties around town, told me he foresees a shift in the North Oracle corridor, where many shows occur.
"There’s a whole area that’s moving toward permanent buildings," he said. It will be, he said, "mostly new buildings and a couple of old buildings."
But he's not looking to make that move along the I-10 frontage road. In fact, he's had that property on the market and may sell it. For now, though, he's got the tent-frame up with the fabric top on it.
Duke is one of a few gem-show operators who have received notices to do something about their tents recently. In the last 10 days or so, the Tucson Fire Department began warning those who had 180-day permits for their gem show tents that they need to take the frames down, Squire told me.
It's an expensive hassle for them, undoubtedly, but if we're going to be campaigning to take tents down in Tucson, we should probably think of the big ones as well as the little ones. In the long run, as permanent gem-show structures are built, maybe we won't need many of them at all.
Tim Steller is an opinion columnist. A 25-year veteran of reporting and editing, he digs into issues and stories that matter in the Tucson area, reports the results and tells you his conclusions. Contact him at tsteller@tucson.com or 520-807-7789. On Twitter: @senyorreporter
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When the OSIRIS-REx spacecraft delivers its precious asteroid samples to Earth on Sept. 24, two University of Arizona researchers will be among the first to examine the scientific treasure trove.
Professor Thomas Zega and assistant professor Pierre Haenecour from the UA’s Lunar and Planetary Laboratory are part of NASA’s “quick-look team,” a small group of researchers assigned to conduct the first science on what the spacecraft collected from the asteroid Bennu.
“I get goosebumps just thinking about how I will be among the first people in the world to actually see the sample — not just see it, but analyze it in detail,” said Zega, who arrived at the UA in 2011, the same year NASA approved the university’s now-$1 billion asteroid sampling mission. “We will know ahead of even the science team what's in the sample.”
But they won’t have much free time to marvel at what they are seeing. The team will be on a tight, three-day schedule to collect the first images and measurements that NASA plans to release to the public soon after.
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Haenecour said they are tasked with conducting “the really initial characterization of what the sample looks like and what it is composed of.”
“It’s really exciting to be among the first to put it under a microscope and get the first image to see what it actually looks like,” he said. “We expect to be surprised.”
They won’t have a lot of material to work with, either.
Haenecour said they expect to get roughly 100 milligrams of asteroid particles that stuck to the outside of the spacecraft’s sampling device when it touched down on Bennu on Oct. 20, 2020. That’s about 2% of a teaspoon.
“They’re going to just wipe some dust that was basically outside of the actual sample canister, put it in a vial and give it to us,” he said. “Then we have three days to do our suite of measurements to provide the initial characterization while they're opening the canister.”
Rush job
Luckily, Zega said, “we've gotten really good at what you might call micro-sampling.”
Even a single speck of dust measuring just 20 microns across — roughly one-quarter the thickness of a human hair — can now be delicately carved into hundreds of slices for individual study, Haenecour said.
“So the short answer is that there is a lot we can do with very, very small particles,” he said. “For us, having 100 milligrams of something is decades worth of work. We can work on this forever.”
The quick-look team also includes Lindsay Keller from NASA's Johnson Space Center; Tim McCoy, curator of meteorites for the Smithsonian; Ashley King from the Natural History Museum in London; and UA alum Michelle Thompson, now a professor at Purdue University in Indiana.
A handful of lab scientists and technicians at Johnson round out the team, Zega said.
Team members have been practicing their quick-look procedures since last year. They expect to receive their tiny bit of Bennu within two days of the capsule’s return to Earth.
Usually, scientific work is detailed, deliberate and “you take your time doing it,” Zega said, but the quick-look process feels more like "shift work."
"We literally only have three days," he said. "I'd be lying if I didn't say that there is pressure involved in doing this kind of measurement, but the group that we've assembled is really good, very highly trained and capable scientists, and we’re all confident in our abilities to get the job done.”
The work will be done at the space center in Houston, where a new curation facility has been built specifically to handle the Bennu samples and the spacecraft hardware used to collect them.
The facility is managed by NASA’s Astromaterials Research and Exploration Science Division, which oversees the world’s most extensive collection of extraterrestrial materials, including moon rocks, solar wind particles, meteorites and comet samples.
Big plans
OSIRIS-REx is now speeding back to Earth with an estimated payload of about half a pound of pebbles and dust from the asteroid.
As the spacecraft swings past the planet, it will jettison its sample-return capsule to reenter the atmosphere and land by parachute somewhere in the Utah Test and Training Range, west of Salt Lake City, at just before 8 a.m. Tucson time on Sept. 24.
A recovery team will collect the capsule from the range and secure it for transport the following day on a military flight to Houston, where the sample canister will be opened for the first time.
Once its contents have been painstakingly processed and curated, one quarter of the material from Bennu will be turned over for study by members of the mission’s science team around the world, including a number of researchers at the UA.
The remaining three-quarters of the haul from NASA’s first asteroid sampling mission will be set aside by the space agency for additional research by other scientists now and in the future. At least some of that work will almost certainly happen in Tucson.
Zega also serves as director of the university’s Kuiper Materials Imaging and Characterization Facility, a collection of state-of-the-art labs he helped assemble over the past decade or so in the basement of the Kuiper Space Sciences Building.
On Wednesday, he led a media tour of the facility and its battery of electron microscopes, spectrographs and other advanced instruments, including one that uses an ion beam to cut those impossibly small slices from individual dust particles for further analysis.
In one of the labs, a researcher was working with a lunar sample that was brought back during one of the Apollo missions, before she was born. The same sort of thing is expected to happen with the rocks and dust collected by OSIRIS-REx, which could fuel scientific work for generations to come.
“The kinds of instruments we have today, they didn't have in the late '60s and early '70s, and the kinds of instruments that we’re going to have 30 or 40 years into the future we don't obviously have now,” Zega said. “Capabilities are always improving, and the kind of science that we can do in the future will be very different from the science that we can do today.”
NASA paid for the construction of the Kuiper Building in 1966, and in December, the space agency awarded the university a four-year, nearly $3 million grant to support OSIRIS-REx sample science and other work in the labs there.
Haenecour said the UA's set-up at the Kuiper Building is on par with the new curation facility at Johnson Space Center.
“We're basically one of the only universities in the U.S. with such a coordinated facility. We have all the instruments on site, so we can carry out all the measurements that we need to do with labs next to each other in the same building,” he said.
Tiny specks
The “last piece of the puzzle,” as Zega described it, is scheduled for delivery to the UA on Thursday: a piece of scientific equipment called a NanoSIMS (short for nanoscale secondary ion mass spectrometry, of course).
Arriving just in time to analyze material from Bennu, the device can map the composition of elements and isotopes in a sample down about one-billionth of a meter.
Ultimately, scientists hope to learn about the origins of the solar system and life itself by examining clues preserved within the asteroid’s pristine, 4.5-billion-year-old rocks.
Zega already has big plans for the first sample he gets into his lab at the UA.
“I want to slice and dice it, and I want to look at it in this instrument here,” he said, motioning to the transmission electron microscope behind him. “We think because (Bennu) is a carbonaceous asteroid of a certain type, it's probably full of organic compounds and minerals that formed through reaction with water. That's among one of the first things I hope to see.”
Haenecour said he, too, will be scanning for “very, very small organics" in the asteroid samples, as well as microscopic grains of stardust that are measured in nanometers and predate the solar system. A lot of the stuff he is looking for is roughly the same size as an individual flu virus cell, he said.
The UA should get a head start on such research.
Once Haenecour and Zega wrap up their work with the quick-look team in Houston, the two scientists plan to return to Tucson with a few of the asteroid particles that were used for the initial characterization.
Those will be the first pieces of Bennu to be brought back for further study at the university where the OSIRIS-REx mission was born.
Haenecour said the priceless grains of dust will be sealed away in little airtight vials, so he will probably just stash them in his carry-on bag.
It should make for a memorable flight, he said. “That’s going to be very stressful and very exciting at the same time.”
Contact reporter Henry Brean at hbrean@tucson.com or 573-4283. On Twitter: @RefriedBrean
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LACKAWANNA COUNTY, Pa. — A man is dead after a motorcycle crash in Lackawanna County.
Troopers say 23-year-old Alexander Petrovich of Eynon was speeding along I-81 North in Moosic Borough when he lost control and struck a tractor-trailer.
Petrovich was thrown from his motorcycle and died at the scene.
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LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — Students with the PA Jazz Institute are hoping to hit a high note with their big upcoming performance.
They're playing at the Scranton Jazz Festival next weekend.
Newswatch 16 stopped by their rehearsal Friday at the WVIA Studio in Jenkins Township.
The 18th annual Scranton Jazz Festival starts next Friday in downtown Scranton.
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PHOENIX — A Phoenix police officer is recovering after being attacked by a dog at a west Phoenix home early Saturday morning.
Police said around 3:15 a.m., officers responded to a home near 43rd Avenue and Camelback Road to investigate a domestic violence call.
When officers tried to contact the people involved, a dog inside the home attacked one of the officers, said Phoenix Police Sgt. Robert Scherer.
The officer was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Scherer said he is expected to be released Saturday afternoon.
The suspect in the case left before officers arrived, Scherer said. Officers are continuing to follow up on the case.
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A business decision by the new owners of the Greyhound bus line leaves some Albany riders waiting in the summer heat for buses.
ALBANY — The question, posed by concerned callers was a legitimate one: If the city of Albany just spent $11 million-plus on a transportation center, why are bus riders waiting out in the hot sun for buses to arrive?
The answer is a lesson in the current state of business.
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Saturday storms leave homes in Muncie, Winchester areas without power
MUNCIE, Ind. — Storms early Saturday that brought lightning and strong winds through East Central Indiana left about several Indiana Michigan Power customers in the Muncie area without electricity.
As of 9:30 a.m. Saturday, 1,175 customers in the Muncie area remained without power.
In a release, Indiana Michigan Power officials said work to restore power would continue through the day, It was estimated restoration would be made to 90% of homes impacted by 11 p.m.
Outages were also reported in and near Winchester, Marion, South Bend, Elkhart, Fort Wayne and Decatur.
"Trees, limbs and branches blowing into electric lines and equipment caused many of theoutages," the release said. "Heavy lightning and rain were also factors. Crews encountered many damaged poles."
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Grant Dreher can see progress. Legacy Downs at WarHorse Lincoln's oval track — seven-eighths of a mile from start to finish — is still several months from being ready for its first race, but its superintendent says the project is moving forward.
"We're getting there," he says.
The grandstand, expected to seat thousands, remains on the back burner as do the stables that next spring will house dozens of horses on the track's inaugural race day.
There's plenty of work left to be done, but some things can't be rushed. Right now getting the track itself ready is the priority.
On Friday, work continued with laying the cushion, a tedious process that will take weeks to complete.
It's a vital undertaking, especially this year, when the safety of horses everywhere — from Santa Anita, California to Louisville, Kentucky — has been under severe scrutiny after 12 died in May at Churchill Downs, the storied home of the Kentucky Derby.
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In Nebraska, with four tracks and an uncertainty of whether there are enough horses to fully stock the statutory requirement of at least 51 race days needed to continue to simulcast races from other markets — "that's the million-dollar question," says Lori Thomas, chief operating officer of the Nebraska Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association — safety is taking on an even bigger role.
As a result, the work in laying the track's cushion is being done thoughtfully and deliberately.
"It's important," said Lynne McNally, CEO of the Horsemen's group.
First, a layer of crushed limestone, ideal for drainage, was placed. That is being followed by layer after layer of a mixture of locally sourced sand, clay and ash, placed two inches deep at a time.
Before it was put in place, the soil mixture was sent to experts in Kentucky, who tested it to make sure the three kinds of soil combined to create a proper cushion for the horses, Dreher said.
After getting the thumbs up from Kentucky, each two-inch layer is carefully placed and then the mixture is graded, rolled and watered down before another layer is added.
"We've got dump trucks out there dropping it," said Dreher, the Millard South High School graduate who got his start in the industry in 2013 at Horsemen's Park in Omaha.
In all, three layers will be placed, giving the track a six-inch cushion.
"The bottom layer will have 100% compaction," Dreher said. "There will be some give to what the horses run on. When we roll it on race days, we'll only be pulling up about two inches of the cushion."
The care in laying it makes a difference in weather-proofing the cushion, he said, adding that neither rain, nor the upcoming winter frost and snow will have an adverse impact on the soil mixture.
"It should be just fine," he said.
After the cushion is placed, the quarter poles will be placed by a company that will carefully measure the track and lay them precisely.
The same will be done with the finish line, where cameras and a timing mechanism will be installed.
"We should be done with the track by the end of the year," he said.
With regard to racing, Thomas said there would be a "live meet" each year. The length of the meet will be determined by the Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission Board.
"It could be a day or a week or a month of racing. It could be three months of racing or six months," Thomas said. "The idea is with the casinos now, we would really restore year-round racing to Nebraska."
There was a time when there was a racing circuit in Nebraska that allowed horsemen to stay inside the state by going from Fonner Park in Grand Island to Columbus to Omaha to Lincoln.
"They could race most of the year in Nebraska," she said. "So that's the goal — to restore that four-track racing circuit so that we can stay home."
And that brings us back to the big question: Are there enough horses in the state to pull it off?
"It's not just in Nebraska, but across the country that they're having horse shortages," she said.
Some of America's bigger race tracks have had to cancel races because there weren't enough horses.
Turn back the calendar two or three years — the age of most race horses — and it's easy to blame it all on the COVID pandemic, which put the industry on hold and forced many horsemen out of business.
"I can't predict how many horses are going to be racing here next year, but you are seeing across the nation that there is a horse shortage."
But things are getting better. Statistics show an uptick in the number of foals that were born last year.
"You can see the arc of the numbers going up," she said. "We hope that continues."
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Medical board calls on Caitlin Bernard to keep patient info private in final order, letter
In a newly-published letter of reprimand and final order, Indiana's medical licensing board called on obstetrician-gynecologist Caitlin Bernard to keep confidential "all knowledge and information" about her patients, bringing an end to Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita's administrative charges against the doctor.
Now, Bernard's team has roughly a month to decide if they want to fight her punishment - which also includes a $3,000 fine - by asking a Marion County judge to scrutinize how the board reached its decision that Bernard violated patient privacy laws when she provided limited details about an abortion patient to an IndyStar reporter.
In a statement provided Saturday, Bernard's legal team said it was evaluating "next steps."
Caitlin Bernard:Indiana doctor violated 10-year-old's privacy in abortion case, medical board finds
“In May, the Indiana Medical Licensing Board exonerated Dr. Caitlin Bernard on Attorney General Rokita’s most serious and baseless allegations," the statement, attributed to attorneys with the law firms DeLaney & DeLaney, Hoover Hull Turner and Arnold & Porter, read. "While we’re grateful that the board reaffirms this ruling in their written decision, we continue to dispute the MLB’s finding that Dr. Bernard violated patient privacy."
Bernard is still providing medical care, according to the statement.
Rokita's office, which can also challenge the decision, didn't have any comment when reached Saturday.
Letter and final order follow 15-hour hearing
The letter and final order were made public nearly two months after the board's 15-hour hearing in May over whether Bernard violated privacy laws and child abuse reporting requirements in her handling of the case of a 10-year-old rape victim who traveled from Ohio to Indiana for an abortion.
Read the final order and letter of reprimand below.
Rokita's team argued during the hearing that Bernard ran afoul of the standards governing her profession because she shared details about the patient with IndyStar reporter Shari Rudavsky at an abortion rights rally and didn't report the child's abuse to Indiana law enforcement.
Bernard did report the abuse to a social worker at IU Health, her employer, and Ohio law enforcement visited Indianapolis to collect evidence as they investigated the child's rapist. The board members overseeing the hearing unanimously agreed that Bernard properly reported the abuse, and that she's still fit to practice medicine.
Gerson Fuentes:Ohio man charged in rape of 10-year-old that led to Indiana abortion
But a majority of the board did find that the information she disclosed amounted to violations of HIPAA federal privacy law, and state law stating doctors have to keep private all information about their patients. The information Bernard shared included the patient’s age, the state she was traveling from, the fact that she was pregnant and her gestational age.
Rokita lauded the board's decision.
"What if it was your child or your parent or your sibling who was going through a sensitive medical crisis, and the doctor, who you thought was on your side, ran to the press for political reasons?" his office said in a statement after the marathon hearing. "It’s not right, and the facts we presented today made that clear."
Licensing discipline experts previously told IndyStar a letter of reprimand and $3,000 fine amount to a slap on the wrist.
What does the final order say?
The final order summarizes the details discussed during the hearing and provides a timeline of events surrounding the case, starting from when Bernard was told about the patient by a doctor in Ohio around June 27, 2022.
Bernard told the IU Health social worker about the child on that date, and the next day the social worker passed that information along to child services authorities in Ohio.
Bernard attended an abortion rights rally on June 29, 2022, as Indiana was considering stricter abortion laws following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health. The doctor spoke with Rudavsky and another doctor about her patient at that rally.
On the same day as the rally the 10-year-old arrived at IU Health with her mom, according to the order. Bernard provided her abortion care the next day.
"This is not a normal case":Legal outcome murky in privacy ruling against Caitlin Bernard
The order states that HIPAA allows for disclosures in a few circumstances, including when a patient authorizes the release. Bernard "has not provided any information to demonstrate her disclosure ... fell within one of those limited circumstances," it states.
It also states disclosures under HIPAA can occur when information that could be used to identify the patient is removed. The order doesn't specify which details Bernard provided could have been used to identify the 10-year-old, instead saying that "when taken in their entirety" the disclosures to Rudavsky and the other doctor fell outside the bounds of HIPAA's allowances.
A HIPAA enforcement expert testifying on behalf of Rokita's team reached a similar conclusion during May's hearing. Andrew Mahler, former official with the federal Office for Civil Rights, said it “certainly is possible” the patient could have been identified.
'Chilling effect':National experts decry decision against abortion doctor Caitlin Bernard
But Donna Shalala, one of the authors of HIPAA, told IndyStar in May that no violation occurred, saying Bernard “was very careful in what she did reveal.” Shalala wasn't at the hearing.
During the hearing, Bernard gave insight as to why she decided to relate the patient's experience. "I think that it's incredibly important for people to understand the real-world impacts of the laws of this country," she said, when Rokita's attorneys asked why she didn't share a hypothetical story instead.
"That's not your patient's conclusion, right?" Indiana Deputy Attorney General Cory Voight replied.
"I can't know what her conclusion would be," Bernard said. "But I can imagine that she would also have knowledge and experience of the impact that the anti-abortion legislation in Ohio could have on her."
IndyStar reporter Brittany Carloni contributed.
Call IndyStar courts reporter Johnny Magdaleno at 317-273-3188 or email him at jmagdaleno@indystar.com. Follow him on Twitter @IndyStarJohnny
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HAMPTON, Tenn. (WJHL) – As students prepare to return to school, a church in Hampton is helping to distribute school supplies to families that have trouble affording them.
Harmony Free Will Baptist Church has been hosting its Back to School Bash for 16 years, and this year’s event took place at Hampton High School. Each year, the bash features a backpack handout, where participating students receive a free backpack filled with school supplies.
Brandon Young, the senior pastor at Harmony, said this year’s bash saw the largest number of backpacks.
“It’s our largest bash to date,” said Young. “2,400 bags. Carter County Schools got involved this year, so they all helped us with those supplies.” Young said the backpacks are not just for Carter County students.
“We welcome all schools, all school systems,” he said. “No child is turned away at the Back to School Bash.”
While the church organizes the event, Young said they receive assistance and donations from the community.
“We accept donations from the community. We have churches and nonprofits and businesses and individuals who give. We have to raise between $25,000-$30,000 to put on an event this large.”
This year’s bash also saw a collaboration with Johnson City Toyota and the Kids In Need Foundation. Toyota contributed 400 backpacks to the event. Young said he also serves as the principal at Valley Forge Elementary School. For him, the backpack drive helps his students start the school year off strong.
“It gives them that step in the right direction, right off the bat, to go into the school having their supplies set in their backpack,” he said. “And it’s exciting to know that we had a hand in this.”
Now that this year’s bash is over, Young said it’s time to start planning for the next one.
“So we coordinate that throughout the entire year for this day. As soon as this event ends today, we’ll start planning for next year.”
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In the Pixar film "Ratatouille," a food critic is wowed by a simple peasant dish mom used to make.
The reviewer felt an emotional connection to the meal. That's how Fort Wayne nurse Ashley Boettcher describes buying local food and produce.
"It just means more," said the 38-year-old Fort Wayne mom, who was among crowds of people on the Electric Works campus during a Local Food Week event at Union Street Market on Saturday.
"We travel all over the place, and we're always looking for unique things," Boettcher said.
She and her 7-year-old son, Elliott, and his friend, Alyssa, bought honey, coffee and specialty drinks.
"We haven't been to the crafts yet," Boettcher said.
The fourth annual Local Food Week puts the spotlight on more than 30 regional farmers and merchants. The 10-day multi-venue event began Friday and includes farm tours, cooking demonstrations, an edible scavenger hunt and other activities.
On Saturday, Union Street visitors sampled items pleasing to the palate during free food tastings.
Sandy Schmidt picked up something for her pooch, Bunny – a terrier-mix who got chauffeured around in a stroller while "mom" pushed. Bunny got a "bully stick," a chewable bone to gnaw.
"I like buying local because the dollars stay in the community," said Schmidt, a 50-something woman who visited Union Street paired up with a friend who wheeled her dog around in a stroller as well. "It's important to help the local economy."
The Northeast Indiana Local Food Network is the event's organizer. Janet Katz, the group's founding director, says local foodies are pretty loyal.
"It's really about building connections and awareness," she said. "There is a trust and transparency you get when you purchase locally. You know where your food is coming from."
Indiana Grown is the state Department of Agriculture's initiative to bring attention to its farming business. The Hoosier landscape spans nearly 19 million acres of farms and forests.
More than 55,000 farming operations make Indiana the 10th largest farming state in the nation. State officials say agribusiness annually pumps at least $35 billion into Indiana's economy.
And the state is the eighth largest agricultural exporter in the nation, shipping to other countries just over $6.6 billion in crops and other products in 2021.
So, yeah, there's a lot at stake.
"When farmers grow food, they create value," said Jain Young, chief financial officer of Plowshares Food Hub, a cooperative that seeks to make healthier, higher-quality local foods available to residents.
"When you buy locally," she said, "there's a multiplier effect at play."
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MUNCIE, Ind. — A Muncie man has been sentenced to 5 years in prison for threatening judges.
Donald Guinn, 50, was sentenced on July 17 by a special judge after pleading guilty to five counts of intimidation. Guinn was arrested in June 2022 after a psychologist from the Delaware County Jail said Guinn began threatening to kill district judges.
At the time of the arrest, Guinn was already an inmate at the Delaware County jail. Court records show that Guinn has had numerous run-ins with police dating as far back as 1993.
The psychologist said he was asked to perform a routine mental health evaluation on Guinn in May 2022. During the examination, the doctor asked Guinn if he felt any remorse for the crimes he had previously committed. Guinn replied that he was "like Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" and that "every day is something new with murder and torture".
Guinn continued with the doctor, claiming he planned to "pick off all the [Delaware Co.] judges one-by-one". He also claimed he wanted to "kill cops" and planned his own suicide at the hands of police.
During the threats, Guinn name-dropped specific Delaware County judges he planned to assassinate. This was enough for the evaluating psychologist to alert a lieutenant at the jail.
“Threats to judges are an attack at the very heart of our justice system and it must be taken very seriously," said Delaware County Prosecuting Attorney Eric Hoffman. "Threats cannot be tolerated. We must zealously protect our institutions, particularly that of the law enforcement officers, the judiciary and the courts."
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DALLAS — Stackhouse, a burger restaurant which has been voted "Best Burger in Dallas" several years in a row, will be "temporarily closing until further notice" after an overnight fire.
Dallas Fire-Rescue (DFR) told WFAA its crews fought a one-alarm fire Friday night at Stackhouse Restaurant, located at 2917 Gaston Ave., after reports of a single vehicle accident that may have started the fire. Crews put out the fire at the restaurant by 11:45 p.m. Friday, DFR officials said.
On its Facebook page, Stackhouse said it would be temporarily closing:
"Dear Valued Customers,
We regret to inform you that a fire incident occurred at Stackhouse Burgers yesterday evening, causing significant damage to our establishment. Thankfully, no one was harmed during the incident, as all staff members and customers were promptly evacuated to safety. However, due to the extent of the damage, it is with great sadness that we must announce the temporary closure of our restaurant until further notice.
The safety and well-being of our patrons and employees have always been our utmost priority, and we are profoundly grateful for your understanding and support during this difficult time. We will keep you informed of any updates regarding the progress and our anticipated reopening date through our Social Media Channels.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your understanding, encouragement, and support. We are eager to welcome you back to Stackhouse soon as we can!"
DFR told WFAA no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire, and any relation to a motor vehicle accident, is under investigation.
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COLLEGE STATION, Texas — In a letter to her fellow senators, the Speaker of the Faculty Senate, Tracey Hammond expressed concerns over the handling of Texas A&M professor Joy Alonzo being put on administrative leave.
"I think what happened to Dr. Alonzo has created a real chilling effect across the university," Texas A&M Journalism Professor Nathan Crick said. "There's been a lot of discussions about self-censorship, about what we can say not just about arts and humanities issues, but we're talking about sciences about opioid addiction and climate change."
Alonzo, who is an opioid expert and Professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice, was giving a lecture on the opioid crisis at the University of Texas Medical Branch when a student sitting in on the lecture accused her of criticizing Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick. After she was reported, she was put on administrative leave while an investigation was conducted.
Alonzo was cleared of the reported wrongdoing after the investigation had concluded.
"If we cannot speak freely as academics then our profession means nothing," Crick said. "To be free in a society is to be critical and to be criticized. An open society requires conjectures and refutations. The ability for leaders and the led to criticize each other."
On Friday, Hammond sent acting university president Mark Welsh questions about the administrative leave policy. Saying that "Professor Alonzo's administrative leave appears to have been instigated on a hasty reaction that short-circuited reasonable due process under the circumstances."
"We all really appreciate the words of Acting President Welsh, but really I think a lot of us are waiting to see what the university does and the university system and the leaders in the state government," said Crick. "We need to see an absolute commitment to the freedom of this university, and the people here that commit their lives to education."
The Faculty Senate will meet on Sunday to discuss the appointment of an interim president at Texas A&M and the "authorization to negotiate a potential settlement of claims of Kathleen McElroy".
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ORLANDO, FLA — Back to school would not be the same without Florida Technical College (FTC) holding their annual event to help support hundreds of families in need of a little extra assistance for their children.
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The 12th annual event was held Saturday at campuses across the state simultaneously.
From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m, backpacks were handed out filled with school supplies including notebooks, pencils, rulers and more through the institution’s FTC Cares program. Students could also get a free haircut.
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“AT FTC, we feel that the best investment that you can make is in education,” said Dr. James Michael Burkett, president of Florida Technical College. “We need to support our future generations and we are grateful to our social impact partners who help us prepare students of all backgrounds for academic success.”
Read: Volusia County man charged with animal cruelty after 4 horses found malnourished, neglected
FTC is hoping to reach a major milestone this year during the back-to-school event, distributing its 15,000th backpack since the program launched in 2011.
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Haunted Mansion at Disneyland Park – Hatbox Ghost The fan-favorite happy haunt from the Haunted Mansion attraction at Disneyland park, the Hatbox Ghost, is coming to the Haunted Mansion attraction in Magic Kingdom park in 2023. (Paul Hiffmeyer/Paul Hiffmeyer)
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ORLANDO, Fla. — Rain is still coming down in some areas of Central Florida.
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Meteorologist George Waldenberger said spotty downpours have already soaked some areas with more than 2 inches of rain.
These will continue to hit some areas while missing others through the end of the day.
Read: Tropical disturbance being monitored in the Atlantic likely to develop next week
Keep an eye out for street flooding in case of heavier storms.
Saturday evening and Sunday morning look quiet, with the same pattern of afternoon storms.
Flagler County is under an excessive heat watch for Sunday, with extreme heat to build before the onset of any rains.
Read: Black bear goes for swim to cool off from the heat
A cool shot of one of the downpours soaking some Orlando neighborhoods while bypassing others. These spotty storms will continue through the end of the day. pic.twitter.com/LmI6SXdbJa
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Suspect in homicide turns himself in, Casselberry Police saySEE: Massive aquarium to soon replace former Daytona MallWoman convicted of killing, dismembering her husband; asking children to help dispose of his bodyNeed a truck, drone or tractor? Orange County hosting huge online auctionPHOTOS: Massive aquarium to soon replace former Daytona Mall
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The City of Troutdale has reported an uptick in street-sign thefts and cougar sightings just within the past few days.
On Thursday afternoon, city officials announced that at least 25 street signs had been vandalized over the past week, with most of them being stop signs.
“This destruction presents serious public safety risks to motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians,” the city said. “Please be watchful for downed signs – especially the stop signs – and take extra care when approaching and crossing intersections.”
Troutdale residents who see a downed sign are advised to notify Public Works at 503-674-3300. Residents with any information on the suspects are asked to call the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office at 503-988-0560.
Additionally, officials said they responded to two reports of a cougar in the Sandee-Palisades area on Friday afternoon. This occurred almost a week after a cougar was spotted at Cannon Beach’s Haystock Rock.
Cougar sightings can be reported to the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife or Oregon State Police.
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Chesterfield Township man, 27, fatally shot, police say
Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a Chesterfield Township man Saturday morning, following an argument and physical altercation inside of an apartment building.
The shooting occurred early Saturday morning at the Aspen Creek Apartments on 23 Mile Road near Interstate 94, the Chesterfield Township Police Department said in a news release. The time of the incident was unclear.
Police found an unidentified 27-year-old man bleeding from an apparent bullet wound on the ground outside of the apartment building and began rendering first aid. The man was transported to a local hospital and pronounced dead, authorities said.
Officers took a nearby, unidentified 24-year-old Eastpointe man into custody and lodged him at the Macomb County Jail, according to the release.
Police said criminal charges will be presented to the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office next week.
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$2,000 reward offered in fatal hit-and-run pedestrian crash in Pontiac
Crime Stoppers is offering a $2,000 reward for tips leading to an arrest in a fatal hit-and-run pedestrian crash early Saturday in Pontiac.
Todd Lawrence Frank, 59, appeared to have been walking in the roadway on Auburn Avenue near the intersection of South Astor Street in Pontiac at about 12:49 a.m. when an eastbound sport utility vehicle struck him, the Oakland County Sheriff's Office said in a press release.
Frank was taken to the hospital where he soon died from his injuries, the sheriff's office said.
The sheriff's office said the vehicle is a light-colored, mid-size SUV, and crash investigators believe it will have damage to the front passenger side, including the headlight. It may also have damage to the hood and fender.
Anyone with information about the driver or vehicle or who may have witnessed the incident is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP. Tipsters remain anonymous.
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CAPE CORAL, Fla.— Cape Coral Police and detectives have been on the scene for hours at SE Tenth Terrace, searching for answers around a death investigation.
Lori Fisher lives down the street and still questions why her neighbor’s home was packed with Cape Coral Police and deputies today.
“Kinda strange. I guess you don’t think you’re gonna wake up to that in the morning,” said Fisher.
Fisher’s husband was walking their dogs when they first noticed the police.
“This morning, he came out and walked the dog and said there was ambulances at the end of the block and were like, oh, that’s kinda weird,” Fisher explained.
Fisher isn’t the only one who noticed police and detectives parked outside the home.
June Heminger also lived down the street and noticed the scene.
“Crime scene tape all the way around the house,” Heminger stated.
Cape police on the scene say a death investigation is underway but wouldn’t say how many people are dead or the circumstances surrounding the investigation.
“Oh, a shame, but it’s a quiet neighborhood. I mean, nothing much goes on,” said Heminger.
We have requested more details from the police.
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“We haven’t seen damage this widespread" in years, a Tucson Electric Power spokesman said Saturday, after a series of storms Friday evening brought wind gusts over 60 mph, snapped more than 40 power poles, uprooted big trees and reportedly damaged some buildings around the metro area.
At the peak of the resulting power outages, more than 56,000 TEP customers were in the dark. Power was restored to about 40,000 overnight but approximately 16,000 were still out Saturday morning.
“The magnitude of the damage we’re seeing and the work we’re going to need to do to get everyone back in service is considerable," said TEP spokesman Joseph Barrios.
Cooling centers around the city have been made available by both Pima County and the city of Tucson for those affected.
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Two ice distribution centers have also been set up. One is at Kino Sports Complex, 2500 W. Ajo Way, south of the main entrance and on the corner of Forgeus Avenue and East Milber Street. The second is in the Chuze Fitness parking lot at 5550 E. Grant Road.
TEP had more than 450 active repair jobs and expects work to last through the weekend, leaving potentially thousands without power.
A great amount of stress has been put on Tucson’s grid in efforts to reroute power, Barrios said. Until restoration and repairs are complete, TEP is asking customers to conserve use as much as they can, particularly Saturday afternoon and early evening.
This "wasn’t what you would call a typical cellular storm. This was more of a line of storms that moved into the city,” said Marc Singer, a meteorologist for the National Weather Service in Tucson. “It’s not like there was one discrete cell that came across town, it was kind of a conglomeration. ... When you get a line like that, on the front of it, you usually get really strong winds kind of announcing its presence.”
The severe thunderstorm warning was first issued by the weather service just before 6 p.m., with a second issued about 6:30 p.m. In total, NWS tallied 17 hospitals, 314 schools and over 750,000 people in the storms' path.
Tucson International Airport had wind gusts of 64 miles per hour. Due to the storm's multi-celled nature, locations throughout the metro area measured wind speeds anywhere from 30-50 miles per hour.
At Davis-Monthan Air Force Base wind gusts of 62 miles per hour were measured before downed trees and power poles caused outages for its lodging and dormitory residents, according to a post made to the base’s official Facebook page. As of about midnight their power was fully restored.
Tucson Parks & Recreation tweeted photos of massive trees felled in various parks, some with large root systems ripped from the ground and upended; it didn't say which parks. City crews will be busy on cleanup and repairs, the department noted.
Residents throughout the metro area also took to social media to post photos of downed trees, some of them blocking streets immediately after the storms, and of hail they variously described as being quarter- to golf-ball-sized.
Rainfall was widespread. The weather service measured 1.26 inches at Oro Valley Public Works, 1.18 inches at East Speedway and North Craycroft Road, and .44 inch at East Catalina Highway and North Houghton Road.
Some Tucsonans also tweeted that they had damage to their homes or properties, including at a condo complex in the area of East 22nd Street and Kolb Road, and to a roof in the Bear Canyon/Snyder Road area.
Winds knocked three power poles to the side and "two of them are now leaning against our apartment building near Ft. Lowell and Country Club," a resident tweeted Friday night.
"Pretty scary. A nearby power pole was on fire. There was all kinds of popping and zapping going on up and down the street, then a final zap: No power. Camino Seco & Broadway area," wrote another.
"It was a spectacular, vicious storm," tweeted a resident near Speedway and Camino Seco, adding: "I'm grateful to the folks that are out repairing whatever happened. Be safe, all."
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Friday fun in downtown Petoskey
PETOSKEY — There was something for everyone to enjoy on Friday in downtown Petoskey.
Between the fresh produce at the farmers market and kickoff for the annual Sidewalk Sales event, the downtown streets were filled with people.
Sidewalk Sales continues from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 29. Downtown streets are closed to allow for businesses to set up booths in the streets with plenty of special sales and deals for people to shop.
Also continuing into Saturday is the Petoskey District Library’s Friends of the Library Used Book Sale. The sale, found on the lower level of the library, includes thousands of books, games and more with prices ranging from 25¢ to $3. The sale ends at 2 p.m. on Saturday.
— Contact Jillian Fellows at jfellows@petoskeynews.com.
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Bay View presents Anishinaabe history lecture on Aug. 3 and 4
BAY VIEW — Native American scholars Matthew Fletcher and Wenona Singel are scheduled to present an intergenerational perspective on the Anishinaabe history in Northern Michigan on Aug. 3 and 4.
The scholars will speak from 7:30-9 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 3 at Voorhies Hall, from 10-11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 4 in Voorhies, and in informal conversation under the Big Tent from 1-2:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 4.
Singel, professor of law and director of the Indigenous Law & Policy Center at Michigan State University, is an enrolled member of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians and a tribal judge. She served as deputy legal counsel for the office of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer from January 2019 through January 2021.
Fletcher, professor of law at the University of Michigan, is a leading scholar of Native law and history. He is a member of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians and a tribal judge. His teaching focuses on development of Anishinaabe legal and political philosophies.
Singel and Fletcher will offer an intergenerational perspective on the Anishinaabe history and experience in Northern Michigan, including forcible removal, failed promises of treaties in 1836 and 1855, the Burt Lake Burnout of 1900, the experience of boarding schools at Holy Childhood and Mount Pleasant, and more.
“Most of my relatives who are Native Americans grew up in poverty and struggled mightily," Fletcher said. "A number of them, who were taken from their homes by state and child welfare systems and adopted out into non-Indian homes, were lost forever.”
They will also reflect on “what does the future hold for Anishinaabe in Northern Michigan?"
Admission to this event is free.
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Little Traverse Historical Society to host guest speaker Robert Elder
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PETOSKEY — The Little Traverse Historical Society of Petoskey has announced its next evening program at 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 11.
The museum will be welcoming author Robert Elder from Chicago to talk about his two books: "Hemingway in Comics" and "Walt Disney's Mickey and Donald: 'For Whom the Doorbell Tolls' and Other Tales Inspired by Hemingway."
Elder will focus on his Hemingway and Disney books, which are about how a Disney illustrator teaching at the Academia Disney in Italy in the 1990s challenged his students to reimagine Hemingway stories using Disney characters.
The program is free and open to the public.
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A Weather Authority Alert Day remains in effect through mid-to-late Saturday evening. We’re continuing to track strong storms rolling through the region, and high heat. Chief Meteorologist Jeff Haniewich is here to keep you up-to-date with the latest.
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A 32-year-old resident of West Memphis, Arkansas has died after a police pursuit on I-40 East, according to Arkansas State Police (ASP). The incident is under investigation by ASP's Criminal Investigation Division.
ASP said that at about 10 p.m. Friday night a trooper executed a "tactical vehicle intervention" maneuver to stop a suspect that was driving and escaping police at the 283-mile marker of I-40 East.
Suspect Demarcus Clark died from injuries he sustained in the incident, according to ASP. His vehicle collided with a trooper's vehicle and injured an ASP sergeant, who was treated and released from a local hospital, according to ASP.
Police said that Clark was endangering the lives of other motorists by driving recklessly and faster than 120 miles per hour.
Originally the Marion Police Department was pursuing Clark, but reportedly asked ASP for help after he drove away from a traffic stop, according to ASP.
“As ASP Troopers, we take our duty to protect the public seriously,” said ASP colonel Mike Hagar. “Last night, our Troopers put into action their oath to always put the lives of innocents ahead of their own and ahead of a suspect who made the reckless choice to flee from law enforcement. Although we regret any loss of life, we thank God that our brave Troopers made it home safe to their families.”
Traffic was disrupted for more than three hours, according to ASP.
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$1 million Mega Millions ticket sold in Prescott as jackpot surpasses $1 billion
Friday night's drawing of the Mega Millions has again made one lucky Arizonan a millionaire. The ticket, according to lottery officials, was bought by a customer in Prescott.
Lottery officials said that the million-dollar winner was sold at a Circle K in Prescott on Willow Creek Road. Prescott’s winner is the second million-dollar ticket sold in Arizona in the last weeks, with another ticket being sold in Flagstaff earlier this week.
The winning numbers for Friday’s Mega Millions drawing were 5, 10, 28, 52, and 63, with a Mega Ball of 18 and a Megaplier of 5.
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The drawing also did not have a jackpot winner with it now growing to $1.05 billion dollars, making it tied for the seventh-largest-ever lottery prize.
The jackpot is also the fourth largest in Mega Millions history. Since April, there have been 29 Mega Millions drawing without a grand prize winner with the next drawing happening on Tuesday.
The last jackpot winner was seen on April 18, when a 71-year-old New Yorker won $476 million dollars.
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Phoenix reaches 110 degrees for 30 days in a row, extending streak
It's official. Phoenix has again reached temperatures above 110 degrees. On Saturday, the Valley surpassed 110 degrees for the 30th day.
The record-breaking streak continues to smash the previous record set almost 60 years ago. In June 1974, a streak of 18 days was set. As of Saturday afternoon, the temperature at Phoenix Sky Harbor reached 110 with forecasts of temperatures as high as 114 degrees.
The morning in Phoenix provided no rest from the high temperatures as residents woke up to a scorching 95 degrees. That high-low broke the previous daily record set four years ago when the temperature was 92 degrees.
There might finally be some reprieve from the heat for Valley residents, according to forecasts from the National Weather Service, thunderstorms, showers, and slightly lower temperatures are forecasted.
Sunday and Monday have the best chances for these with a 40-50% chance for thunderstorms and showers expected for the next two days starting on Saturday night. Forecasts also call for wind gusts of 35 mph or higher.
Temperatures are expected to break the 110-degree mark again on Sunday, extending the streak to 31 days. But the whole of July will not have 110-plus temperatures as the forecast for July 31 calls for temperatures of 106 degrees.
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The Arizona Department of Health Services provided tips to prevent heat-related illness:
- Drink water: It is recommended to drink at least 2 liters of water per day if people are staying inside all day. Those who spend time outdoors should drink 1 to 2 liters per hour they are outside.
- Dress for the heat: wear light-weight and light-colored clothing. Sunscreen should always be applied to exposed skin and it is recommended to wear a hat or use an umbrella when outdoors.
- Eat small meals and eat more often: They recommend avoiding foods high in protein that increase metabolic heat
- Monitor those at risk: Check on friends, family or others for signs of heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
- Slow down and avoid strenuous activity: It is recommended to only do strenuous activity during the coolest hours of the day, between 4 and 7 a.m.
- Stay indoors
- Take breaks when engaged in physical activity: Take a break in a cool place when doing activity outside on a hot day.
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Crash between a golf cart and an SUV in Sun City leaves a man seriously hurt, roads closed
A man was seriously hurt after a crash involving a golf cart and an SUV on Saturday morning in Sun City.
According to a tweet from Sergeant Joaquin Enriquez from the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, traffic investigators were called to the area near 103rd Avenue and Cherry Hills Drive. Once they arrived, they learned there had been a crash between a golf cart and an SUV. The man who was seriously injured was the golf cart driver, according to MCSO.
The man suffered serious injuries, it is not clear if anyone inside the SUV was hurt in the crash.
Drivers are also warned that the roads near the crash will be shut down while investigators work on the causes of the crash. The identities of the golf cart driver and SUV driver were not released by authorities.
This is a developing story.
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The popular restaurant, Stackhouse Burgers, will be "temporarily closing until further notice" after an overnight fire.
According to Dallas Fire-Rescue, its crews fought a one-alarm fire Friday night at Stackhouse on 2917 Gaston Ave. after receiving reports of a single-vehicle accident that may have started the fire.
Dallas Fire-Rescue received the initial call at 10:15 p.m. and the fire at the restaurant was controlled by 11:45 p.m. Friday, DFR said.
No injuries were reported in association with this incident.
The restaurant posted to its social media account, stating that the restaurant will be closing temporarily:
"Dear Valued Customers,
We regret to inform you that a fire incident occurred at Stackhouse Burgers yesterday evening, causing significant damage to our establishment. Thankfully, no one was harmed during the incident, as all staff members and customers were promptly evacuated to safety. However, due to the extent of the damage, it is with great sadness that we must announce the temporary closure of our restaurant until further notice.
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The safety and well-being of our patrons and employees have always been our utmost priority, and we are profoundly grateful for your understanding and support during this difficult time. We will keep you informed of any updates regarding the progress and our anticipated reopening date through our Social Media Channels.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your understanding, encouragement, and support. We are eager to welcome you back to Stackhouse soon as we can!"
The cause of the fire, and any relation to a motor vehicle accident, is under investigation.
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Elkhart Mayor Rod Robertson will address the Gary Chamber of Commerce at its next general membership luncheon.
The chamber representing businesses in Gary will host Roberson as its guest speaker at its meeting at noon Aug. 14 at The Chateau Banquets at 530 W. 61st Ave. in Merrillville. Networking starts at 11:30 a.m. and attendees are encouraged to bring their business cards.
Robertson served four terms on the city council of Elkhart, the RV manufacturing capital of North America in north-central Indiana, before being elected the city's first Black mayor in 2019. Now seeking reelection, he has pursued projects like neighborhood revitalization, housing, new playgrounds and the addition of mental health specialists to the Elkhart Police Department. He's also been working to reopen the Tolson Center for troubled youth in the blue-collar city east of South Bend.
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"The city of Elkhart has a rich manufacturing tradition with emerging industries. Mayor Roberson will share with members how the city’s economic and financial growth through 'The Thrive Plan,' is working," The Gary Chamber of Commerce said in a press release. "Can a model of that plan boost our economy and benefit your business? Let’s hear what it’s all about."
The luncheon costs $25 per person, which must be paid in advance to reserve a seat and lunch.
For more information or to make a reservation, call 219-885-7407.
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In 2009, Lin-Manuel Miranda performed “The Hamilton Mixtape” at the White House's Evening of Poetry, Music and Spoken Word, unveiling in some measure the musical sensation of the decade for President Barack Obama and guests.
Then in 2015, “Hamilton,” the rapped-and-sung biographical musical about Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, who served as the first secretary of the treasury and famously died of injuries sustained in a duel with political rival Aaron Burr, debuted first off Broadway, then at the Richard Rodgers Theatre, where it continues to run.
Nominated for a record 15 Tony Awards, “Hamilton” won 11 — the second most ever — set Broadway box office records and continues to sell out performances.
The most recent available totals show that “Hamilton” on Broadway has put on 2,666 performances for 3.58 million people and grossed $853 million, fourth behind "The Lion King,” “Wicked” and “The Phantom of the Opera.”
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But that is far from the total numbers for “Hamilton,” which began a run in London’s West End in 2017; played Chicago, Los Angeles, Hamburg and Australia for years; and has had national tours of the U.S. since 2017, often drawing 50,000 or more in each city it plays.
Lincoln will be adding some 30,000 to that total in the next two weeks as “Hamilton” makes its debut with a 16-show engagement at the Lied Center for Performing Arts.
So, why, Nikisha Wiliams, does “Hamilton” remain so popular that it can play two-week or longer engagements in every city where it stops?
“It’s a myriad of reasons,” said Williams, who plays Eliza Hamilton in the Philip Company production that will take the Lied stage Wednesday.
“It appeals to a lot of different kinds of people,” Williams said. “You have people who are interested in history and they are going to want to go and see the story and see exactly what things have been put in about Alexander Hamilton's life and the people around him like Aaron Burr and Thomas Jefferson and all those things. So they're going to be interested in seeing that.
“You're going to have people who are interested in rap music, and so they're going to want to see how rap music and all of those things have been incorporated in the show. And you just have musical theater people in general who are going to see anything that Lin-Manuel Miranda puts up. That encompasses a lot of different types of people, which is why it's continued to be so popular.”
The touring version of “Hamilton” also got a boost three years ago when Disney+ began streaming a 2015 film of the original Broadway production.
“I think the live capture that they presented on Disney+ got some people more engaged in the show, being able to watch it from their homes,” Williams said. “I think now the opportunity to come and watch it live is exciting because there's a lot of things that you miss watching us, you know, and not seeing the full picture. So I think that ignited some excitement about the show.”
Williams, a Mobile, Alabama, native who studied vocal performance at the University of Southern Mississippi, joined the touring “Hamilton” company in 2018 as a member of the ensemble, understudying the three Schuyler sisters — Eliza, Angelica and Peggy.
“When I first got the ensemble role and covered the sisters, I was most excited to play Angelica because I liked her songs,” Williams said. “But then when I started learning all of them and going on for them, I realized that I connected more with Eliza. I didn't ask to be bumped up to Eliza. A spot opened and they asked if I wanted to be Eliza.”
Eliza is, to some measure, the musical’s main character — “The title says ‘Hamilton,’ not which Hamilton,” Williams said — as her story is told along with that of her husband.
“It’s a story of someone trying to make something of themselves,” Williams said. "I think anybody can relate to that story, right on top of the female aspect and realizing that Eliza has done just as much if not more than Alexander Hamilton. It's really nice that this particular story talks about her legacy as well."
While it can be debated which “Hamilton” is the title character, it’s certain that Eliza is the most challenging role in the production — she is a featured part of 16 songs, several of them solo.
“I would absolutely say it is (the most challenging)," Williams said. “That’s mostly because everybody has moments where they're kind of rapping, so you're like you're speaking; Eliza, everything she does is sung. And even when she doesn't have her own solo stuff, when you see the live production, which is something that Disney+ doesn't tell you, a lot of the principals are in the balcony, singing the ensemble stuff.
“So like when Aaron Burr is singing his song, ‘Wait For It,' Eliza is out there singing. She's not always singing her solo songs but she's singing a lot of ensemble songs on stage. That equals out to be a lot of time singing on stage, for sure”
Williams, who says she has to live a “monk-like” existence on tour, rarely venturing out from her hotel to explore cities to preserve her voice and energy for the performances, said she can directly connect with audiences a few times during each performance, which runs for 2 hours and 45 minutes.
“In the first act, in her first big number, ‘Helpless’, when she is introduced to Alexander Hamilton and when they get married, there's a lot of her interacting with the audience straight on and kind of breaking the fourth wall,” Williams said "In those moments, I get to see at least the first couple of rows of people and kind of engage with them. There's some other moments throughout the show that I can kind of look in and engage. But for the most part, just hearing their excitement, hearing the tears and hearing the laughs, you know that they're invested in the show.”
That, Williams said, is rewarding for the performers and, importantly, evidence of why “Hamilton” has continued to connect with thousands eight years after it debuted.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A fiery wrong-way crash in Sacramento Friday left a Modesto man in critical condition, officials with the California Highway Patrol's South Sacramento office said. Investigators believe the teenage driver of the wrong-way car was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crash.
According to the CHP, a 19-year-old Sacramento man was driving his 2013 BMW the wrong way on northbound Highway 99 just north of Fruitrudge Road around 10:45 p.m. Friday.
The teenage driver allegedly sideswiped a 2019 Toyota being driven by a 20-year-old Orangevale woman. The force of the crash caused the BMW to swerve sideways into a 2020 Dodge being driven by a 27-year-old man from Modesto, the CHP said.
Both cars became engulfed in flames after the front end of the Dodge broadsided the BMW. The Dodge also hit a 2015 Lexus in the next lane over, being driven by a 31-year-old woman from Modesto.
First responders saw the flames from the fire and responded to the scene. The driver of the Dodge was taken to a hospital in critical condition, according to the CHP.
The drivers of the Lexus and Toyota had minor injuries and were treated at the scene.
The 19-year-old driver of the BMW was taken into custody on suspicion of driving under the influence causing injuries. He is at a hospital receiving treatment for injuries sustained in the crash.
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A second possible break or crack has been found on the Fury 325 roller coaster at Carowinds, the North Carolina Department of Labor confirmed Friday.
A spokesperson with the DOL confirmed the agency was notified of a "weld indication" on Fury 325. A weld indication could be a crack or break, according to the DOL. It's not known how severe the flaw is, where it's located or if it impacts the structural integrity of the coaster.
"That tells you they didn't weld it right," said Alfred Bessette, an NCDOT-certified welder with over 20 years of experience.
Bessette explained that when the metal beams were welded together they weren't hot enough or the settings on the welding equipment weren't right.
Fury 325 has been shut down since a huge crack was found on a support beam of the ride earlier this month. The weld indication was found as part of the thorough inspection process after the support beam was replaced. Carowinds said the ride would be put through 500 full test cycles after the cracked beam was replaced before a third-party inspection was completed.
"If there is microscopic cracking, that's super dangerous for that type of application, like a roller coaster," Bessette said.
The DOL said its investigation is ongoing and no certification of operation has been issued for Fury. There's still no timetable for when the coaster will reopen. The DOL forwarded all further questions to Carowinds.
Carowinds issued the following statement when asked about a possible second crack on Fury 325:
"Carowinds continues to conduct a comprehensive series of detailed tests and inspections in preparation for the reopening of Fury 325. Each step of the process is under careful monitoring, with remedial action taken to ensure the structure's safety and integrity. Upon completion of this phase, the ride will undergo final inspections by the ride manufacturer, a third-party testing firm, and the North Carolina Department of Labor's Elevator and Amusement Device Bureau, all aimed at preparing Fury 325 for its reopening.
“We are conducting a full maintenance review of Fury 325 during this testing process. This maintenance review – which is consistent with routine off-season procedures – includes a review of the steel superstructure, the trains, and the ride control system. During such reviews, it is not uncommon to discover slight weld indications in various locations of a steel superstructure. It is important to note that these indications do not compromise the structural integrity or safety of the ride. When such indications are found, we conduct non-destructive testing to determine the appropriate remedy. Once a repair is completed, it undergoes inspection and approval before the ride is deemed operational. Additionally, as is customary, we conduct test cycles to ensure its smooth operation before guests are allowed on the ride.”
Bessette disagreed with Carowinds' assessment that these findings aren't unusual.
"If it's happening in various locations, they didn't have certified or qualified welders," he said. "I mean, here's the question: Would you let your mother ride on that thing? Absolutely not."
Fury 325 crack repair timeline
June 30: Crack found on ride by Jeremy Wagner. His video goes viral on social media, leading to Carowinds closing the ride.
July 3: North Carolina Department of Labor begins inspections of Fury 325.
July 4: Bolliger & Mabillard, the manufacturer of Fury, arrives at Carowinds for inspection.
July 6. Carowinds releases details on how Fury 325 will be repaired.
July 12: Work begins to replace the cracked beam.
July 19: Overnight testing begins. The ride is put through several cycles.
July 28: North Carolina Department of Labor confirms a "weld indication" was found on the ride.
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DARLINGTON, Pa. — An active search is underway for a 15-year-old girl in Beaver County, investigators say.
Dispatchers say emergency crews were called to the 500 block of Cannelton Road in Darlington at around 4 p.m. on Saturday.
The search is happening near the North Country Trail.
Investigators say the girl was last seen wearing blue jean shorts, a black shirt and red and black Nike shoes.
Pennsylvania State Police have been notified. Channel 11 has reached out to them for more information and is waiting to hear back.
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MONROE, Iowa — One man is dead following a single-vehicle crash in Jasper County on Saturday morning, according to an Iowa State Patrol crash report.
24-year-old John Dingman of Des Moines was driving west on Highway 163 near Monroe at approximately 3 a.m. when his car left the road and rolled, the crash report states.
Dingman was ejected from the car and died of his injuries. He was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the accident.
The accident is still under investigation.
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COLFAX, Iowa — In the small central Iowa town of Colfax, thousands of cyclists participating in the largest and oldest recreational bike ride in the world were stopped along its historic main street, staring ahead at a daunting climb that would lead them out of town.
The hill, coupled with soaring temps and the vibrant downtown, made a morning sitting in the shade quite appealing.
It's become almost simplistic to say that “small-town America” is slowly dying. That opportunities for young people have dried up, just like businesses and main streets. That the only way forward in life involves moving to a big city. But the reality is towns such as Colfax are flourishing, and that was especially evident on RAGBRAI, the annual bike ride across the state, where dozens of small towns dotting the 500-mile route welcomed some 50,000 riders with open arms.
Colfax is a prime example. It experienced a nearly 8% increase in population from the 2010 census to the most recent in 2020, turning around two decades of decline. Its population of 2,255 represented its highest since the 1990s.
Sure, many small towns are still struggling, but what has allowed those such as Colfax to thrive?
“Mostly, a wonderful mayor and council and volunteers that just ensure a vital community,” explains Wade Wagoner, the former city manager for the small town of Lake Park, and now the city administrator for Colfax.
“Des Moines and the metro growing to the east doesn't hurt,” Wagoner said. “Also, the fact that we still have a high school and citizens just approved a $14 million bond for athletic and academic improvements make people want to raise a family here.”
Wagoner underscores that location is important. After the COVID-19 pandemic, when many jobs became partially or fully remote, people who may have once worked in a city could suddenly live just about anywhere, including small towns across America.
Wagoner goes on to talk about the smallest Fareway grocery store in the state, the coffee shop and bank and city hall, all of which make for a bustling hub. There's also a rich history with mineral water that makes Colfax's downtown large for its size.
In other words, Colfax has leaned into its strengths to create a community that people want to call home.
And every few years, big events such as RAGBRAI roll through, giving them a chance to shine.
“Lots of trash and (Port-o-potties,” Wagoner said of the traveling circus, “but it is actually pretty cool. It lets us show off the town and certain businesses do make some money. Others find it a pain. But it's only for a single day.”
If nothing else, the horde of cyclists are good for making money.
In Polk City, between the busy metros of Ames and Des Moines, high school students collected money to fund their after-prom party. Elsewhere on the ride, residents of Slater were using donations to build a new community center and library. In Breda, where the route went through Monday, the town was trying to raise $300,000 to replace the lights at its baseball grandstand, which was built in 1946 and has withstood the test of time.
Breda, population 500, is another example of a small town doing well. It has steadily gained residents for the past 30 years.
In the quiet hamlet of Oxford, just past the fire department and the Deja Brew Coffee House & Bakery, four boys took turns in a dunk tank Friday as cyclists passed through on a day of unrelenting heat — the index topped out at 112 degrees.
For just $5, riders got three shots at the tank. All the proceeds went to their little league program.
The boys were winning on two fronts: staying cool and making cash.
The population of Slater, just north of Polk City, has steadily grown the past three decades.
“Many young families have moved into Slater recently for the school system, and safety of our small town, and ease of getting around,” said Evy Raes of the Slater Area Historical Association. “Our sense of community was tested when a derecho roared through in August 2020. Never fear: anyone with a pickup truck, a chain saw and a six-pack was out in the streets after the storm, helping neighbors clear and dispose of the debris. People really pulled together and no one was a stranger.”
That sense of community isn't always felt in bigger cities. And more than anything, Raes said, that has helped them to thrive.
“We are a small town with big ideals,” Raes said. “Many people who move into Slater feel an instant connection with the community. It is said though, ‘Don’t gossip about anybody who’s lived here awhile, because they may be related to the person you’re talking to.’ My family has lived here over 74 years, and some days we feel like the new people."
Turns out that, at least in some small towns, there are in fact plenty of new people.
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VERO BEACH, Fla. — Researchers from the Sea Turtle Conservancy and Disney Conservation released two sea turtles Saturday.
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The groups gathered at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort for the 16th annual Tour de Turtles.
This “migration marathon” provides data for scientists to see how they can protect the species.
The educational event follows the migration of sea turtles from their nesting beaches to their feeding grounds using satellite transmitters fit for each turtle.
Two loggerhead sea turtles were named after characters in Disney’s newest movie, “Haunted Mansion”: Madame Leota and Harriet.
The Disney Conservation Fund and Disney Cruise Line sponsored the turtles.
While each turtle raises awareness about threats to its survival, the turtle to swim the furthest distance will win the race.
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Students from Club Esteem in Melbourne also participated in this year’s event.
Mark Penning, vice president of Disney’s Animals, Science and Environment, said they have recorded more than 20,000 sea turtle nests since the program began.
“Disney’s commitment to sea turtle conservation in Vero Beach spans 20 years,” Penning said. “And we are very proud to have recently watched our 1.5 millionth sea turtle hatchling leave the nest and shuffle its way to the ocean.”
Disney Vacation Club Members and resort guests have the chance to assist teams while observing sea turtle research from May to October.
Photos: Conservation teams release 2 turtles at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort
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Learn how to solarize your home, ranch at free seminar this Wednesday
For many years private solarization in Montana was viewed by many as being expensive and unreliable. However improved solar array technology and greater manufacturing efficiency are changing minds on the practicality of installing solar panels at businesses, ranches, nonprofits, government agencies and homes of all sizes.
For the past year the Central Montana Resource Council (CMRC) has managed an effort to bring more solar energy options to community members in central Montana. This Wednesday, August 2, the Central Montana Resource Council (CMRC) will host a free solar seminar in Grass Range, open to anyone considering solar energy. No reservations are required.
Solar energy in the United States got a boost recently with passage of the bipartisan Build Back Better Act, also known as the Infrastructure Bill. Grants through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) may fund up to of 50% of project costs and can be combined with a 30% federal tax credit.
The seminar is purely information with no strings attached. It will include conversations with Montana ranchers and solar owners Bud Barta, Gilles Stockton and Linda Roche. A certified solar installer from Bozeman Green Build will also be there to answer questions about incentives, net metering, maintenance, and installation.
Attendees can also sign up for a free solar assessment for their ranch, commercial building or home. The offer for a free assessment is for a limited time only but is purely “no strings attached.”
The solar seminar begins at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday evening at the Stockton Ranch located two miles west of Grass Range at 23090 Forest Grove Road. For more info, call Laurie Lohrer at 380-0865.
The Central Montana Resource Council is a member organization of the Northern Plains Resource Council, a grassroots conservation and family agriculture group that organized Montanans to protect water quality, family farms and ranches, and Montana’s unique quality of life since 1972.
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Three years after Phoenix and Tucson experienced some of their hottest months on record, the saguaro, symbol of the Sonoran Desert, is still feeling the impacts, biologists say, with elevated saguaro mortality rates observed in parts of Central and Southern Arizona.
This summer's round of record-breaking heat, as bad or worse than that of three summers ago, has triggered more anecdotal accounts and unofficial reports of damaged and collapsed saguaros in the Phoenix area to the Desert Botanical Garden there.
So far, there have been no reports in Southern Arizona of dying or damaged saguaros specifically attributed to the current heatwave, where temperatures are also setting records but are far less oppressive than those in Phoenix.
But Ben Wilder, director of a group of Sonoran Desert researchers, said he has noticed elevated numbers of older saguaros that have died since summer 2020 in desert lands lying west of Tucson.
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In the Phoenix area, where official temperatures soared over 110 degrees 53 times in summer 2020, the more than 1,000 saguaros living on the Desert Botanical Garden's 146 acres have been dying at "significantly" higher rates since then than before, said Kimberlie McCue, the gardens' chief science officer. Those saguaros range from an inch to almost 30 feet tall.
Every year, the garden's scientists take inventory of its saguaros, visiting every one on the property. They rate the cactuses' conditions ranging from excellent to good to fair to poor. Since 2020, their mortality rate is "definitely elevated above what it was prior to 2020, significantly higher," McCue said.
This summer, the garden has received some reports from people living across the Phoenix valley of saguaros collapsing, losing arms and leaning over, McCue said. One saguaro at the garden itself had an arm fall off just last week.
But no other damage to saguaro cacti has been noted there, she said. Outside the botanical garden, "how many? At this point, I don't know," said McCue of reports of damaged or dying saguaros in the Phoenix area.
Extreme heat, drought effects
Tania Hernandez, a research scientist for the botanical garden, has been conducting a saguaro census in the community for the past two years. in it, she engages people in the urban area to record observations on conditions of saguaros, and to supply the gardens with photos of saguaros and notes on their condition.
And now, Hernandez and her team of scientists have been contacting these people and saying, 'Hey, can we come out and take samples of your saguaros?' She's going out and taking tissue samples with these people's permission," McCue said.
"We have seen them suffering the effects of extreme heat and drought," Hernandez said in a video about the saguaros recorded for the Reuters news service.
"And some people report that saguaros are losing their arms, they are changing their shapes, they are leaning. We don't know that this is related to extreme heat and drought and to climate change, but we suspect that is the case," Hernandez said.
During summer 2020, "there were saguaros collapsing across the Phoenix valley. We were getting calls just about every single day," McCue told the Star Thursday.
"'My saguaro. My neighbor's saguaro,'" McCue said repeated callers were telling botanical gardens' employees. "We were getting videos from people's cameras. i remember watching a video ... a saguaro was standing there, completely collapsed," said McCue, adding that she couldn't provide any statistics on how many collapsed saguaros were seen in 2020.
In her 13 years working at the garden, and according to what people who have worked there much longer than that have told her, "we've never experienced something like this," McCue said.
Bill Peachey, who monitors a plot of saguaros southeast of Tucson, said he suspects that most of the recent saguaro deaths reported in the Phoenix area will have come from people who had them transplanted to their yards for landscaping purposes.
Ailing columnar cacti
In Southern Arizona, Wilder, director of a group of Sonoran Desert researchers, said the elevated saguaro mortality he's noticed since summer 2020 has mainly been seen on the Desert Research Laboratory grounds on Tumamoc Hill and on Pima County-owned lands within Tucson Mountain Park. Wilder was director of the desert lab for six years until April 2022.
He and other scientists had similar anecdotal observations of unusually large numbers of ailing columnar cacti in parts of southern Baja California following the summer 2020 period of extreme heat and drought. Saguaros don't live in Baja, but he particularly noticed unusually high damage to organ pipe cacti, along with sourpitaya, cardon and senita, Wilder said.
"We were seeing the dying back of stems, if not whole plants, in Baja, particularly of organ pipe," Wilder said.
Overall, "our ability to track change in real time, ecologically speaking, it's been frustratingly limited," he said, due to a lack of data on dead or damaged saguaros in many areas of the Sonoran Desert. "It's frustratingly limited. It's kind of shocking how few sites we have where we have data.
"It makes sites like the Desert Botanical Garden, Tumamoc Hill and Saguaro National Park so valuable — we're seeing a real need for increased monitoring," Wilder said.
Unlike reports from the Phoenix area, Wilder said he hasn't noticed any unusually large amounts of dead or damaged saguaros in the desert around Tucson. Its temperatures, while at record or near-record levels, haven't come close to those in the Phoenix area.
Likewise, at Saguaro National Park-East and West, biologists "are not seeing evidence that arms are falling off and saguaros are dying, specifically due to the heat" this summer, said longtime Saguaro Park biologist Don Swann. "That doesn't mean it's not happening. It's that I haven't heard any cases of it or seen any evidence of it."
As for whether longer-term damage to saguaros has occurred in the park since the overheated, exceptionally dry summer of 2020, "I can't answer that question with data," Swann said. The park has not collected data on saguaros' conditions since a saguaro census was last collected there in 2020, Swann said.
Higher nighttime temps a factor
Saguaros have a well-deserved reputation of being able to survive and even thrive in extreme weather conditions, including heat and drought, though cold has been their best known nemesis, many scientists have said.
But this summer's extreme heat in Phoenix is testing that assumption, Reuters first reported in the last week.
McCue of the botanical garden confirmed that.
Typically, "plants can hold on for the dry season, waiting for the wet season to arrive," Hernandez said on the Reuters video. "But they can just hold on so long, right? And if the rain doesn't arrive on time, the plants start suffering internal damage."
One way saguaros adapt to a hot, dry environment is that "they do what's necessary for photosynthesis at night," McCue said.
When it's cooler at night, they open their pores to conduct the essential gas exchange "they need to take in carbon dioxide," McCue said. "During photosynthesis, the carbon dioxide, along with energy from the sun, is converted into a type of food energy for the plant. Plants make their own food."
But when plants' pores open as part of photosynthesis, "they're not just taking in CO2, their water is going out," McCue said. "When they open pores at night, cacti lose less water. Ostensibly, it’s cooler, normally."
However, there is a physiological limit to how much heat that cactus can tolerate, and botanical garden researchers are studying "what are the absolute upper limits in terms of temperature at which these plants can function," she said.
"We've never experienced a summer like this summer. Those low temperatures have stayed so high for so many nights in a row," she said.
With 18 straight days as of Thursday in which Phoenix's low temperature didn't fall below 90, "we've gotta start to be concerned.
"If that continues night after night after night, which is exactly what has been happening, it's pushing these plants toward their physiological limit, their ability to function, like humans. When they (humans) experience heat stroke, and have an internal body temperature of 104-105-106, physiologically, their organs no longer can function," McCue said.
'An evolving story'
The botanical garden's plant physiologist made the point on Thursday that "we may not see full effects of the conditions we are experiencing right now for many months or years. It’s an evolving story," McCue said.
Indeed, the saguaros showing damage this summer may be feeling the effects of the summer 2020 period of extreme heat and drought, she said.
Every time "a saguaro goes down in the garden, whether it's winter or summer, I go into the database and look at what was the assessed conditions of the saguaros in the census," she said. "With two exceptions, every one has been rated in poor condition since 2020."
These are plants that have been stressed due to heat and lack of water, she said. That also makes these plants more susceptible to bacterial and fungal infections and to insect pests.
"It's just like a human being, if you are already stressed out, your immune system is compromised. It’s the same thing for plants. It's easier for them to get sick," she said. "A really healthy saguaro can fend off infection. One that’s already stressed, there's a higher probability it can't."
Many of the saguaros on the garden that fall over, when they hit the ground, they break apart because they're so heavy, McCue added.
"That is when you find out they were rotting from the inside out. It’s not the heat that directly killed the saguaro. The heat stressed the saguaro. It made them more susceptible to infection, and when the infection takes hold, it rots from the inside out and it succumbs.
"It’s not a straight line. There’s more to it than just heat or drought," McCue said.
Skepticism
Peachey, a Tucson geologist who has monitored saguaros for more than 25 years, is more than a little skeptical of others' assertions that heat is the primary factor that's killing off saguaros.
"If it was heat killing everything, it would be killing the small saguaros, but you don't hear about small saguaros dying. It’s killing the ones that are already damaged and close to death. It’s only the old ones — the ones that have been transplanted or weak and don’t get enough water," said Peachey.
Peachey since 1996 has monitored a two-acre patch of saguaros living near Colossal Cave southeast of Tucson. This year, it holds 141 reproducing saguaros.
"Without roots they can’t get enough liquid. The ones that are leaning will go over anyway. The little one has hundreds of times less mass. This is a natural culling process."
Peachey did add, however, that heat driven by climate change could have been "the last blow."
Peachey has had a paper published on the blooming of saguaros in the American Journal of Botany. Last month he published an article explaining the methodology for monitoring and measuring the leaning of saguaros for a newsletter published by the Tucson Cactus and Succulent Society.
He was also the primary investigator of a major "blowdown" of saguaros by wind in the Avra Valley back in 2011. In that event, several thousand saguaros blew down in what Peachey calls "the biggest microburst damage ever recorded," covering an area of almost six square miles.
"Here’s what going on," Peachey told the Star Thursday. "Saguaros don’t normally die suddenly unless they’re wind thrown. They’re hit by lightning or they get the rot. The plant will fluff totally, suddenly, if it gets infected. When it gets hot metabolism, rates go up.
"Bacterial growth takes off under hot conditions. It rots the interior, massive storage structure, and the plant can’t stop it. The plants can suddenly develop lesions. Big pieces of it will start falling off and all that."
He suspects that most of the recent saguaro deaths reported in the Phoenix area will have come from people who had them transplanted to their yards for landscaping purposes.
"When you cut the roots to transplant them, the big roots they cut off never grow back. They grow small roots behind them. It will take decades to replace roots that are lost," he said. "If you put them in a landscaping situation, if there's moisture nearby, the cactus will do just fine. But it's lost its major support in nature."
At the Desert Botanical Garden, a "good portion" of its saguaros were either planted there after being transplanted or are offspring of transplants, McCue said.
"Some of them it was decades ago, before my time," that they were transplanted, McCue said. "At this point in time these have been saguaros that have been pretty well established. We’re talking decades and decades.
"I would absolutely take the point" that their transplanted status could be a factor in saguaros' decline if they'd been put into the ground at the garden "a year or two or three ago. That's not the case," said McCue, to emphasize her view that transplanting isn't to blame.
Peachey, however, said there's photographic proof of "dozens and dozens of transplanted saguaros" that have fallen over the Tucson area, including some that were there a long time.
Once transplanted, their water gathering capacity is cut down also, Peachey said. "The main thing is they don’t have proper support, so they are subject to being windthrown."
Contact Tony Davis at 520-349-0350 or tdavis@tucson.com. Follow Davis on Twitter@tonydavis987.
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Hoke House saved? Veterans group says it will move historic building to new site
The historic Hoke House in Spring Grove will be moved to a new location to house a community center for veterans and their families, as well as the public, according to a news release from Just for Today Recovery and Veterans Support Services (JFT).
The news release said Rutter's has agreed to donate the house to JFT, and the organization will be responsible for moving the house to a site donated by a member of the Hoke family.
According to a comment by JFT on a Retro York Facebook group post, the building will be moved to "Old Hanover Road. About a mile west of the Middle School."
The Hoke House, built in 1750 and used for various purposes over the years, including a tavern and library, has been under a threat of demolition under Rutter's plans to expand its convenience store next door. The company obtained a demolition permit from the borough in February. Rutter’s, which acquired the site in 2006, submitted plans for the site in April that call for construction of a 6,915-square-foot convenience store, adding four gas pumps to its current location by the traffic circle on the east side of the borough and 49 parking spaces to accommodate customers.
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Historians and community members mobilized to save the house, urging Rutter's to reconsider its site plans and searching for a potential site to move the building.
"With the support of several prominent residents in the borough, York County Commissioners, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, the non-profit organization, JFT, has been identified as an ideal candidate for this project," said the news release.
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JFT is a community organization that offers support services and resources to veterans and their families.
The news release said the organization hopes to preserve as much of the original structure as possible in the relocation.
The Georgian-style stone house is known as the “eastern gateway to the Borough of Spring Grove,” according to the website for the Friends of the Hoke House. The house, named for the family that farmed the surrounding fields, predates the borough by 132 years. George Washington, according to a history compiled by the Friends of Hoke House, might have stopped there for a drink while traveling from Taneytown, Maryland, to York.
JFT said it plans to use the center as "a gathering place for events, a resting place to pass time, and a source for information sharing and community building." The group also said it plans to use the relocated house as part of an agricultural program for veterans.
Representatives from Rutter's and JFT could not be immediately reached for comment.
Reaction to the news release on JFT's Facebook page was overwhelmingly positive, and Anne M. Hoke wrote, "Thank you! ... Please take good care of my ancestor's homestead."
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A description touting a contemporary Margate development as “a new level of luxury with finishes beyond your expectations” is not only not hyperbole, the claim could qualify as an understatement.
Three of the six luxury townhomes in a highly sought-after section of south Margate were sold before construction was even completed. The remaining three have recently become move-in ready, each boasting four bedrooms, 3½ bathrooms and a three-car garage at 9711 Atlantic Ave., about a block north of the Longport border and mere steps from some of the best beaches on Absecon Island.
“This is a one-of-a kind luxury shore property, and we are really proud to announce it as the newest addition to the Margate beachfront community,” says Andrew Claire, vice president of acquisitions for the Galman Group (GalmanGroup.com). “Everything is custom designed with high-end finishes and designer touches. This is a real showstopper.”
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The Galman Group purchased what was a former condominium complex that fell into disrepair and had become somewhat of a blight on an otherwise touchstone section of the resort town. The southeastern Pennsylvania-based company leveled the 13,500 square feet of land and received the go-ahead last year to embark on the six-townhome development, which it named Margate Towns.
Each townhome boasts about 4,000 feet of gross square footage, which includes front and rear balconies, a large front deck off the great room of the open-concept living area and a gorgeous backyard patio area with outside shower. Each also has a four-stop elevator originating from the attached three-car garage, which has panoramic aluminum doors and plenty of additional ground-level storage space. There is also ample off-street parking on the driveways.
The Savaria elevator (Savaria.com) in each home rises to a stunning master ensuite that encompasses the entire top level and offers exceptional views. All master ensuites feature large walk-in closets, a beverage center with Miele refrigerator and custom cabinetry, and private balconies. The adjoining ensuite bathrooms span the entire 26½-foot width of the homes, each equipped with twin custom wall-hung vanities, lighted medicine cabinets, quartz countertops, thermostat-controlled heated floors and an epic-sized dual shower within a half-inch glass enclosure.
Not only were the two new beach-block homes at 107 and 109 S. Cambridge Ave. unlikely to receive any backlash from the St. Leonard's Tract Neighborhood Association when plans were first proposed, the properties’ new owners and developers took some extra measures to make sure both masterpieces — each with an inground pool in a spacious fenced-in rear yard — qualified as sources of pride in the tract.
The townhomes’ main living area, directly above the attached garage, has an open-floor plan highlighted by a large eat-in kitchen with two-tone custom cabinetry, quartz countertops and backsplashes, and European white-oak flooring throughout.
Each of the townhomes’ second levels features ensuites with a private bathroom and a balcony, as well as two other bedrooms that share a full bathroom. Other amenities include a two-story foyer, nine-foot ceilings with drywall reveals, Lutron lighting systems (Lutron.com), Miele appliances (MieleUSA.com), Fenix cabinetry (FenixForInteriors.com), Andersen E Series windows (AndersenWindows.com), Silestone quartz countertops (SilestoneUSA.com) and Porcelanosa tile floors (Porcelanosa-USA.com). Each home also has a full-sized laundry room.
The development’s design and layout were performed by Arthur W. Ponzio Company (AWPonzio.com), Craig F. Dothe Architecture (CFDArchitect.com) and Marshall Sabatini Architecture (MarshallSabatini.com), according to Claire.
An open house will be held at 9711 Atlantic Ave. from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.
For more information about these ultra-luxurious Margate townhomes, qualified buyers can call the direct line of listing agent Todd Gordon at 609-553-5098 or Paula Hartman at 609-271-7337, or call the office of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach at 609-487-7234. Prospective buyers can also email Todd at todd.acrealtor@gmail.com or Paula at redheadedrealtor@aol.com. Visit HartmanHomeTeam.com for more.
This article was produced with the support of Paula Hartman of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach.
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Great property with Tremendous potential. Home still occupied by previous Owner. Do not go on property. Exterior Visual inspection only. All offers from interested buyers must be entered online at www.auction.com for the duration of the time that this property is in auction. Registration to bid is now available on the property's listing page on www.auction.com. Auction Bidding will take place Starting Monday July 17th, 2023 at 8:00am and end Wednesday July 19th, 2023.
5 Bedroom Home in Ocean City - $2,995,000
Coastal elegance located right in the Gold Coast area of Ocean City! This brand new single family home was just completed in the twenty hundred block of Asbury Avenue built by Robert Coste Builders. The interior of this building features wide plank oak floors throughout, custom millwork, and numerous additional upgrades. Desirable exterior amenities include multiple & large front, rear, & roof decks, outside shower, mahogany front porch ceilings, stunning curb appeal, and an irrigation system. As you enter the home, the first level has a bonus den area with gas fireplace, wet-bar, and a bedroom. The next level of the home has another bedroom, tiled hall bath, and a bedroom with an en suite bathroom. You will come to the great room next with a gas fireplace with custom woodwork, large dining area, and a stunning high end kitchen with Viking Appliances including a wine fridge, quartz counters, tiled backsplash, and nautical cabinetry. As you pass by another large master bedroom with attached bathroom you reach a final landing which leads to the main master suite or the roof deck. There is a beverage fridge on this landing as well. The main bedroom has a lighthouse style cupola, sitting area, multiple closets, tiled bathroom, and large, private front deck. The home also features a multi-stop elevator, 3 zone HVAC system, and 2 gas tankless hot water heaters. All of these features are situated in a Gold Coast location within walking distance to the Boardwalk, the wide, protected 20th Street Beach and the eating/food attractions that are less than a block away!
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Beautifully decorated 3 story, 3 bedroom with an open floor plan home for rent in the desirable Victoria Pointe. There is a finished basement for extra living space. Located around the corner from the pool and club house. Owner will being renting the property furnished, All personal items will be removed. Tenant will be responsible for maintaining the lawn and landscaping and paying HOA $109 per month. A 650+ credit score is required. 2 recent paystubs, and references.
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ATLANTIC CITY — Four men were caught dismantling a stolen car from Pennsylvania and were found to have a handgun and drugs in their possession, police said Friday.
Jervone Brooks, 21, Trevor Brown, 34, and Abdul Ingram-Hopewell, 29, all of Atlantic City, and Antonio Ellis, 26, of Egg Harbor Township, were arrested Tuesday morning.
At 10:59 a.m., Detectives Aaron Jones and Ivayla Ivanov received information about a stolen vehicle in the rear of the 900 block of Atlantic Avenue. The vehicle, a Dodge, was reported stolen from Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
When detectives arrived, they saw the four men occupying and dismantling the Dodge with mechanical tools, police said.
During the investigation, police found a satchel containing a handgun loaded with hollow-point ammunition along with Brooks' identification. Surveillance footage showed Brown, Brooks and Ellis arriving at the lot in the Dodge, and Ingram-Hopewell arriving in a separate vehicle, police said in a news release.
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K-9 Officer Jesse Oliver-Logan and his K-9 partner, Gee, who is trained in narcotic detection, located drugs in Ingram-Hopewell's vehicle. Officers recovered 17 bags of heroin concealed in a child's car seat, police said. Detectives also found seven key fobs belonging to unknown vehicles, either in the possession of the arrested individuals or within the tools that were used to dismantle the Dodge.
All four men were charged with receiving stolen property, theft, unlawful taking of means of conveyance and possession of burglar's tools.
Brooks was additionally charged with unlawful possession of a weapon and possession of hollow-point ammunition. Ingram-Hopewell was additionally charged with two counts of possession of a controlled dangerous substance and two counts of possession with intent to distribute.
Brooks, Brown and Ingram-Hopewell were sent to the Atlantic County jail, and Ellis was released on a summons pending court.
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“Oysters taste like the water and everything that’s in it,” said Scott Lennox, as he cracks open half a dozen oysters and lays them out on a platter for a group of visitors, some of whom have never tasted shellfish before.
Lennox and his business partner Matt Gregg, founded the Barnegat Oyster Collective in 2016, a sustainable farm-to-table shellfish growing organization dedicated to expanding the industry in New Jersey. Along with a dozen farming members, they deliver quality oysters to restaurants, food cooperatives, and individual customers.
The group has helped revitalize the area’s shellfish population in Barnegat Bay, which over the last century has been depleted by pollution, disease, and over-harvesting. They have also become leading advocates for shellfish aquaculture, a fast-growing sector in New Jersey with an annual economic impact of $36 million.
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Recently, they were successful in efforts to have aquaculture added to the state’s Right to Farm Act, which gives oyster farmers greater protections.
And they believe that the experience of oysters can help lead to change.
“People come, learn, taste, and then go back to their home and tell everybody how cool it was,” said Lennox. “The more people that know about it, the more that they're going to want to protect the bay.”
From Seed to Table
Growing marketable oysters is not a quick process. It takes about two years before they are ready to be sold to restaurants and consumers.
The process begins with Lennox and Gregg purchasing “seed” oysters from a hatchery. They then place them in nursery tanks, a controlled environment where raw bay water is pumped in, giving the tiny animals the food and oxygen they need to begin growing. Once they’ve reached a half-inch in size, they’re put into “grow-out bags” that are stored in a cage that sits in the water.
After another year to a year and a half of care, including being sorted, cleaned, and dried, the oysters are harvested and prepared for sale.
Beyond the growing process, the Collective farmers face an array of challenges, like changes in sea level and temperature, predator migration, and residential development in the area.
One of the biggest challenges came very early on. Lennox and Gregg had been farming oysters in the bay prior to the Collective's formation. When Superstorm Sandy hit in 2012, they were faced with an immense challenge.
Though they were able to harvest their oysters a week before Sandy’s landfall, the Category 3 hurricane destroyed their equipment and oyster beds. It was clear to them that they had to figure out how they would fulfill their dream of starting an oyster aquaculture business while at the same time being aware of, and resilient against, the threat of more storms of Sandy’s magnitude.
Adapting to Climate Change on the Bay
Barnegat Bay is perfect for growing oysters, according to Lennox. But there are also challenges, he explained in a video interview.
Pollution from run-off is a significant problem and the state is implementing new strategies to improve water quality. Oysters are a key part of these efforts, as they act as natural filters and are essential to the health of estuaries.
Increased concentrations of greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere, as well as pollution, have caused the ocean to absorb vast quantities of heat.
This rise in water temperature has influenced the migration of new predators, like cownose rays, into Barnegat Bay, according to Lennox.
The rays feed on growing oysters and can have a significant impact on both aquaculture operations as well as efforts to restore degraded oyster beds. While oysters and hard clams are not a significant part of a ray’s diet, intense feeding in one localized area does occur – and can be devastating.
“They come in schools that could be up to 70 strong, and they remember where the good feeding spots are,” said Lennox. “They didn't used to be here in New Jersey; they’re known for being in points further South. But as we have warming oceans, they’re slowly populating bays up the coast.”
Though the rise in water temperature presents threats, for the time being, it also allows growers to reap some rewards, including a longer season. On average, spring starts earlier and fall starts later, allowing for a longer growing and harvest period than in decades past.
But this positive will be a negative down the line, as Lennox acknowledged the less favorable impact that global warming will have on oyster farming in the future.
“There are immediate benefits,” said Lennox. “But with long-term scary stuff…that is a big picture concern of ours.”
Protection for Shellfish Farmers
To better prepare for this uncertain future, the Collective is also a part of The Shellfish Growers Climate Coalition, a group of restaurants, farmers, and other stakeholders in the industry that lobbies for climate policy.
The group won a key victory recently with an amendment to the state’s Right to Farm Act, which now classifies aquatic agriculture entities as farmers. This gives them the same state-backed protection that land farmers have held since the introduction of the original piece of legislature in 1983. A key aspect of the legislation is language that allows oyster farmers in New Jersey to grow and harvest without the fear of disruption from developers or complaints from property owners.
In the future, the Collective hopes to further expand and grow the oyster farming footprint in Barnegat Bay by committing to restoration and education.
This involves repopulating the bay’s habitat by growing oysters on shorelines and on shell to make reef structures.
The Collective is looking for partnerships with educational organizations in the area, specifically trade schools like Ocean County Vocational Technical School and its culinary program, as well as Atlantic Cape Community College so that restaurant owners, chefs, and servers better understand the shellfish they are selling to consumers.
Lennox believes educating people about the oyster growing process, as well as about the consumer and culinary side of aquaculture, will lead to a rise in interest in their market. This will in turn, he hopes, inspire people to get involved in restoration efforts in the area.
“Aquaculture is an understandable story that people can engage with,” said Lennox. “The ultimate purpose of it is ecosystem conservation, but it's something tangible. You come out and you taste it, you feel it, smell it, you go out on the water and you have an experience with it.”
“And those experiences are what drive responsible humans to make responsible decisions about the environment.”
(This article and photographs, which originally published May 7, were produced by South Jersey Climate News. It is being republished here with their permission. For more stories on climate change and the impact on South Jersey, go to https://sjclimate.news/.)
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OCEAN CITY — Philadelphia is coming to Ocean City for Night in Venice on Saturday.
Most years, it seems like a significant portion of the City of Brotherly Love is in town for the annual boat parade, but this year may have a stronger Philly phlavor than usual. Four of the Philadelphia team mascots are set to participate, including Gritty and the Phillie Phanatic. Jim Gardner, the longtime anchor of Action News on 6ABC who retired this year, is set to participate as the parade grand marshal.
Night in Venice has a theme of “It’s a Philly Thing” for the parade this year, the 68th year for the event, planned to get underway at 6 p.m. Saturday.
The Phanatic even joined with the Coast Guard to produce a Night in Venice-centered boating safety video, including the final piece of advice not to drink alcohol and operate a vessel.
Anyone with a boat or with a house along the parade route can participate in Night in Venice, according to city officials, although for safety reasons, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards will not be allowed to participate. The Philly thing theme is optional. Most years, participants also look to recent news and national trends for inspiration.
Bleachers will be set up at street ends along the parade route, and those interested can also watch from the Route 52 causeway, along the bike and pedestrian lane, although the city asks those gathering there not to block the route and to leave the folding chairs at home.
The Philadelphia Eagles mascot, Swoop, will join the Phillie Phanatic, the Flyers’ Gritty and the Philadelphia Union’s Fang at Ocean City's annual Night in Venice boat parade July 29.
The viewing areas are all free with the exception of the Bayside Center at 520 Bay Ave., but tickets to the Bayside Center were sold out well before the parade.
Streets with grandstands will include Battersea Road, North Street, First Street, Sixth Street, Seventh Street, 11th Street, 13th Street, 15th Street, 16th Street and Tennessee Avenue.
Parking can be a serious challenge anywhere downtown for Night in Venice. The city offers a shuttle service, taking people from remote parking areas at the Municipal Airport at 25th Street and Bay Avenue, the soccer fields at Tennessee Avenue off Shelter Road and the Community Center at 1735 Simpson Ave.
From midnight Friday through midnight Saturday, the city has imposed parking restrictions in the parade area. No parking will be allowed on either side of Bay Avenue from 16th to 24th streets, or on the east side of Bay from 14th to 16th streets. Parking restrictions are also planned on West 16th, West 17th and West 18th streets.
After the parade, a fireworks show is planned to be launched from a barge in the bay.
The boat parade begins near the Ocean City-Longport bridge and travels along the bay to Tennessee Avenue, with the parade route snaking in and out of the lagoons along the way.
Phang, the mascot for the Philadelphia Union, and the Eagles' mascot Swoop will also participate. Comcast Spectacor Chairman and CEO Dan Hilferty and his wife, Joan, will be special guests, along with local officials, the Miss Night in Venice contestants and others. One boat will present a musical tribute to late DJ Jerry Blavat.
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OCEAN CITY — City Council on Thursday unanimously approved a $58,550 contract to design a berm along a stretch of former railroad track leading into the marsh at 52nd Street.
Council did not discuss the motion, which was approved in a single vote with 28 other resolutions.
But residents have questions about the plan and suggested the contract is more about creating a new bike path than it is about flood protection.
The approved resolution calls for the engineering firm ACT Engineers Inc. to coordinate and plan the permitting, design and management for what it describes as a resiliency berm.
“That’s BS as far as I’m concerned,” resident Bill O’Neil said. “You’re going to spend all this money on surveys, you’re going to do all this stuff, and it’s just for the tourists so they can ride their bikes down there.”
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City public information officer Doug Bergen did not immediately respond to a request for more details of the city’s plans Friday. City officials have previously discussed ways to create a berm to reduce flooding in south-end neighborhoods, where there is no bulkhead such as those that protect the bay side in the north end.
In severe storms such as Superstorm Sandy in 2012, and sometimes just because of high tides without a storm, water flows across the wide marsh and into streets in the neighborhood.
There is already a berm along the road, one the site of a railroad that ran through town, that headed through the marsh to a swing bridge across the channel and on to Upper Township.
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Walkers and kids on bikes still head out to fish along the dirt road, which can be reached from an access point at 51st Street and Haven Avenue or over a makeshift bridge at the end of 52nd Street, but the city closed access to the deeply rutted dirt road several years ago after several drivers got their cars stuck.
Donna Moore, a resident and community activist, also questioned the plans.
“I wasn’t able to obtain very much information,” she said.
But she cited a proposal to create a 7-foot-tall structure leading out to Crook Horn Creek, with a viewing area and benches on the water side, to run along the former dirt and gravel access road.
The current berm, which the railroad ran along, is about 5 feet, she said.
Regular train service came to Ocean City in the late 1800s, with the track running along Haven Avenue. Much of that route now includes the Haven Avenue bike path.
Decades ago, neighbors organized to oppose a city plan to study extending a bike path south along the former tracks.
The regular train runs stopped in 1981, and sometime later, the steel track was removed and salvaged from the tracks along 52nd Street and the long-dormant bridge structure was removed as a hazard to navigation. Over the decades, some owners of houses across Haven Avenue have planted gardens where the train once ran, and cedars, bayberry and other plants grow wild in the area under consideration for a protective berm.
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The proposal envisions a berm 3,700 feet long and 10 feet wide, extending from 52nd Street to the water. As part of the design, the engineering firm will look at storm surge and wave data, and the alignment of the berm. The firm will also develop plans for state and federal permits and create bid specifications for construction.
The city has worked with ACT Engineers on multiple projects over the past several years, including dredging projects clearing back bay lagoons and on drainage improvements.
At the same meeting, in fact as part of the same vote, council approved a $74,960 contract with the firm to design the 2023 dredging program, which includes $12,400 for community outreach and engagement.
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PLEASANTVILLE — With air as muggy as the tropics and the low tide along Lakes Bay smelling like sulfur, Danielle Kilburn, 32, was swelling up again.
“I went to the doctor. The question they always ask to see if it’s normal swelling or trending toward preeclampsia is ‘Do you wake up fine?’” Kilburn said. “And I wake up as swollen as a balloon.”
Preeclampsia can pose many dangers for an unborn baby, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Kilburn, who moved from Colorado last September, lives without air conditioning in her rented Pleasantville home, shared with her fiancé, young child and soon-to-be baby. She works as a math and physics tutor and is worried about the impact extreme heat could have on her newborn.
“My fear is that I have about a month to have a baby and to find a way to get this house cooled down, because it could be a matter of life and death,” Kilburn said.
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Being exposed to extreme heat during pregnancy stresses the fetus and can lead to complications both for the mother — hypertension, gestational diabetes — and the baby, like lower birth weight, medical research shows. Also, being too warm while sleeping can increase the risk of sudden infant death syndrome.
Climate change affects almost every facet of life, from our bodies to the economy, the culture and the physical landscape. Humid summers in South Jersey were always tough, but with the warming climate they’re getting tougher, with nights that are warming up and exposing the most vulnerable — like pregnant moms — to heat stress that doesn’t let up.
Even in a summer that hasn’t seen much extreme heat, the hotter nights and overall warming trend have many impacts on health. To better understand how hotter summers are changing life in our communities, The Press of Atlantic City and Climate Central — a non-advocacy climate change science and news organization — teamed up for this special report.
The definition of a heat wave is murky, and varies from place to place. Meteorologist Joe Martucci has more on the topic and explains what one meteorologist says could bring a standard definition across the globe.
Warmer, stickier nights
“The big problem with warmer nights is that they don’t allow people to recover,” said Tony Wolf, who researched climate change and human physiology as a postdoctoral scholar in kinesiology at Penn State University.
“Heat stress places a higher demand on the normal physiological processes of the body — our heart has to pump more blood per minute in order to deliver more blood to the skin, which increases strain on the cardiovascular system,” Wolf said. “We also see increased ventilation rates during heat stress, potentially contributing to respiratory distress in some people.”
If the number of extremely hot nights keeps growing, as studies predict, that increased physiological strain could add to the likelihood of health issues from heat exposure. Humidity worsens that scenario by preventing the evaporation of sweat, which normally cools the body. The combination of heat and moisture is what experts call “heat index” value.
While air conditioning has made these more frequent sultry nights more tolerable, those without it face rising risk of harm during the summer. Those most at risk are the elderly with comorbidities such as hypertension or diabetes, outdoor workers, children and pregnant women.
Historically, the Atlantic City area has had on average three days per year with a heat index above 100, according to a 2019 study by the Union of Concerned Scientists. By midcentury, that number could increase to 22 days per year if our heat-trapping emissions aren’t reduced, and up to 47 days per year by the late century.
“We’re looking at roughly a month and a half with a heat index above 100 when you might be really hot or experiencing those hot nights. That’s a long time,” said Kristina Dahl, a principal climate scientist at the Union of Concerned Scientists. “On the other hand, if we take really bold action and we swiftly and dramatically reduce our emissions globally, we could limit that frequency of extreme heat to 14 days per year.”
The trend Dahl’s group projected is already here, and it’s not just for afternoon temperatures.
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A long-running weather station at the Sen. Frank S. Farley State Marina in Atlantic City showed an average of only one night a year that failed to fall below 75 degrees between 1881 and 1910. Today, the average is 12 nights a year, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Other stations show the same fast-rising trend in the past 30 years.
Life without AC
Despite the growing exposure, not everyone can access air conditioning. For many residents in South Jersey — where data show large at-risk populations with a high rate of low-income families and ailments like diabetes — not everyone can afford it.
At least 12% of home energy expenditures are spent on air conditioning in the “mixed-humid” climate region, which includes South Jersey, according to data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration. That amounts to between $200 and $300 a year in higher utility bills.
For residents with lower incomes, that extra cost is hard to cover.
“I hate being sticky all damn day. I hate humidity,” said Shondalei Rodriguez, of Northfield. “However, I suffer because of the electricity bill. Like, who can even afford the bill anymore?”
Rodriguez only turns on her window units during the hottest days.
Kilburn has the same worries about turning on the air conditioning.
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“The summers are financially a really hard time for us, so I appreciate saving money. But I’d rather save in other ways,” she said. “I’d gladly spend the money on air conditioning and save it somewhere else.”
And then there is the rare couple living in an oceanfront apartment in Atlantic City who choose not to have air conditioning.
Zach Katzen, 44, agreed to the no-AC lifestyle at the urging of his girlfriend, Valerie Feo, 35, who sleeps under blankets even on the hottest nights. Now he spends many evenings with his face in front of a floor fan while watching television, and he takes as many as five showers a night to cool off.
“Sometimes at night I will regret that choice (not to get air conditioning),” Katzen said.
Health and heat
Heat can kill.
Other weather disasters may be more spectacular, like wildfires or catastrophic storms such as Sandy and Ida, but heat is the number one killer among extreme weather events. At least 181 people died in New Jersey from heat stroke between 2000 and 2020, according to state Department of Health statistics. The worst years were 2002 and 2011, with 21 deaths each summer.
Nationwide, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 600 to 700 preventable deaths per year are caused by extreme heat. But that’s only a fraction of a much more worrisome reality, because most heat-related deaths are attributed to other causes heat contributes to, such as heart attacks.
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“When we do more complex analyses and we try to understand how many people actually would not have died in absence of extreme heat — because of this sneaky and indirect mechanism that will exacerbate existing comorbidities — the number of deaths attributable to heat can go up between 12,000 to 20,000,” said Dr. Tarik Benharhnia, an associate professor of climate change epidemiology at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California at San Diego.
Heat also puts South Jersey residents in the hospital each summer. Among the six counties in New Jersey with the highest rates of hospitalizations for heat-related illnesses, Atlantic ranked second, Cape May third and Cumberland tied for fifth, according to data for 2016 to 2020 from the New Jersey Department of Health.
There is no single temperature or heat index threshold where everyone starts to feel the effects of extreme heat. And while it affects each of us differently, generally, at a heat index of 90 degrees, vulnerable groups like outdoor workers, seniors and children start to become affected, according to climate scientists.
At a heat index around 105 degrees, nearly everyone is at risk.
“Yes, we can adapt physiologically to the heat,” said Wolf. “But the extent to which we can adapt, as the environment around the world continues to warm, is kind of anybody’s guess at this point.”
Why nights are hotter
Since records began in 1943, the mean nighttime minimum temperature between June and August has risen almost two degrees at Atlantic City International Airport, according to NOAA. The overall increase in Atlantic City has been more than five degrees since records were first taken in 1874.
Across most of the U.S., since records began in 1895, nights have warmed at a rate of 1.58 degrees per century, nearly twice as fast as the warming rate observed for maximum daytime temperatures.
Several factors explain why nights are hotter and, over the past several decades, tend to be warming faster than days across the U.S..
One cause relates to the varying thickness of the layer of air affected by carbon dioxide, which blankets the earth more warmly at night. Burning fossil fuels adds carbon dioxide to the atmosphere.
Another cause relates to the way a warming climate creates more clouds over land, which tend to absorb in the nighttime the heat coming back out from the surface toward the atmosphere.
Our urban environment also plays a part. Especially within large metropolises, city landscapes hold in the heat, a phenomenon called the urban heat island effect, said Jennifer Vanos, an associate professor in the Global Futures Laboratory in the School of Sustainability at Arizona State University.
“It’s at nighttime when all of the buildings and the concrete that have been absorbing that heat all day long start to emit it into the atmosphere,” she said. “And so then we see that the cities are not cooling off as fast as the rural areas.”
Even the use of air conditioners plays a role in the problem. When in operation during nighttime hours, they continuously emit heat into their surroundings. Studies in several cities around the world have shown this can increase the mean outside air temperature about 3.5 degrees and exacerbate the urban heat island effect.
“It’s like a pump that takes hot air from inside to outside,” said Benharhnia. “So of course if a lot of households do that, it will automatically increase the temperature.”
Adapting to hotter summers
Less affluent residents endure the worst health impacts of extreme summer heat. In addition to struggling with the cost of air conditioning, low-income residents tend to live in denser, hotter neighborhoods, where long-term underinvestment has provided too little shade, green space or facilities to escape the heat.
In South Jersey and on the Jersey Shore, Rutgers University’s heat vulnerability index’s most severe ratings include most of Atlantic City, a section of Pleasantville — east of Main Street and between Stillwater County Park and Route 30 — much of Wildwood and the entirety of West Wildwood.
Climate-change scholars warn that heat-health disparities between rich and poor will grow with rising temperatures. They cited the importance of public policies to support historically underfunded areas, vulnerable groups and communities of color facing the impact of extreme heat.
“The most vulnerable areas are always our urban centers: Newark, Elizabeth, Trenton or Camden,” said Dr. James Shope, a research associate at the Department of Environmental Sciences at Rutgers, who worked on its heat vulnerability index. “But if you’re looking at those areas that would be considered more suburban or rural, the south still highlighted a lot. And that comes down to income disparities as well as health disparities.”
Shope said communities can protect vulnerable residents during extreme heat by checking on them and providing information. For example, going door to door to make sure seniors are OK during a heat wave, and to inform residents about cooling centers and other resources in their primary languages.
Longer-term, communities can encourage more passively cooled or energy efficient buildings, as well as urban reforestation in low-income areas that were completely paved over.
“We build differently for hurricanes, so how can we build differently for heat?” said Vanos. “Treating heat as a disaster, the way other disasters are treated, I think is a really important factor in driving funding towards communities who really need it to save lives.”
For Kilburn, such help cannot come too soon.
When her family moved to Pleasantville, she did not know her home would not have air conditioning. Newly purchased fans and one evaporative cooler did not work as expected.
“It literally did not cool anything,” she said. “We’re slowly trying to cobble together air conditioning units and cool down one room at a time, but it is not going well. This is a two-story, three bedroom house, and it’s definitely old.”
Kilburn wishes she could at least have the choice, and the money, to provide air conditioning for her loved ones. That will have to wait, despite her numerous fears.
“I’m scheduled for a C-section. We are going to move (the delivery) back a week or so to give my body a break,” said Kilburn, whose newborn is expected in August.
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Buddy Kennedy, seen Feb. 22 at the Diamondbacks’ spring training, is having an outstanding Triple-A season with the Reno Aces.
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Mainland Regional High School graduate Chase Petty in action with the Dayton Dragons in 2022. Petty, the No. 8 prospect in the Cincinnati Reds organization according to MLB.com, made his season debut this week.
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Buddy Kennedy, a 2017 Millville High School graduate, in action for the Reno Aces, the Arizona Diamondbacks' AAA team, in 2023.
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San Diego Padres starting pitcher Jay Groome throws against the Milwaukee Brewers during a March 23 spring training game in Phoenix.
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This is a 2023 photo of Jay Groome of the San Diego Padres baseball team. This image reflects the San Diego Padres active roster as of Thursday, Feb. 24, 2023, when this image was taken in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)
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Buddy Kennedy, a 2017 Millville High School graduate, before a game with the Reno Aces, the Arizona Diamondbacks' AAA team, in 2023.
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Buddy Kennedy, a 2017 Millville High School graduate, in action for the Reno Aces, the Arizona Diamondbacks' AAA team, in 2023.
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Buddy Kennedy, a 2017 Millville High School graduate, in action for the Reno Aces, the Arizona Diamondbacks' AAA team, in 2023.
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Buddy Kennedy, third from left, a 2017 Millville High School graduate, in action for the Reno Aces, the Arizona Diamondbacks' AAA team, in 2023.
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Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Buddy Kennedy dives to stop a deep infield single by the Dodgers’ Jason Heyward during a March 2 spring training game in Phoenix. In 15 games with the Triple-A Reno Aces this year, Kennedy was hitting .408 with three homers, 15 runs and nine RBIs. His OPS was 1.281.
Here is a look at how local minor league players are performing (stats through Thursday):
Triple-A
LHP Jay Groome (Barnegat), 24, is pitching for the El Paso Chihuahuas (San Diego Padres). Through 20 starts, he was 4-6 with an 8.01 ERA and 94 strikeouts in 94 1/3 innings. Groome earned the win in his third straight start Tuesday. He allowed two runs and struck out 11 in 5 2/3 innings.
Through 90 career minor league games (88 starts), he was 19-30 with a 5.13 ERA and 456 strikeouts in 401 1/3 innings. He was drafted with the 12th overall pick by the Boston Red Sox in 2016.
RHP Brett Kennedy (Atlantic City), 28, is pitching for the Louisville Bats (Cincinnati Reds). In 12 games (11 starts), he was 4-2 with a 3.66 ERA and 50 strikeouts in 59 innings. He got the win in his last start Thursday. He allowed two runs and struck out one in five innings.
Kennedy was called up to the Reds July 4 and pitched in his first major league game since 2018, when he was with the San Diego Padres, and earned the win. The Reds had purchased Kennedy’s contract from the Long Island Ducks of the independent Atlantic League on May 13. ... Kennedy has made seven career major league starts, going 2-2 with a 6.82 ERA and 21 strikeouts in 31 2/3 innings. ... In 137 career minor league games (117 starts) with MLB-affiliated organizations, he was 39-36 with a 3.96 ERA and 565 strikeouts in 592 2/3 innings. The Brigantine resident was selected by the Padres in the 11th round of the 2015 draft.
2B Buddy Kennedy (Millville), 24, is playing for the Reno Aces (Arizona Diamondbacks). Through 78 games, he was hitting .326 (95 for 291) with 22 doubles, seven triples, four home runs, 65 runs and 42 RBIs. He had walked 61 times and struck out 56 times, and his OPS was .944.
Kennedy made his major league debut June 17, 2022. In 30 games, he batted .217 with a homer and 12 RBIs. ... Through 475 minor league games, Kennedy was hitting .287 with 91 doubles, 25 triples, 44 homers and 243 RBIs. He was chosen in the fifth round of the 2017 draft.
Double-A
RHP Sean Mooney (Ocean City), 25, was assigned to the Wichita Wind Surge (Minnesota Twins) and placed on the seven-day injured list to start the season (right shoulder fatigue). He was later moved to the 60-day IL.
Through 31 career games (24 starts), he is 2-5 with a 3.09 ERA and 153 strikeouts in 102 innings. He was selected in the 12th round of the 2019 draft.
High-A
RHP Chase Petty (Mainland Regional), 20, is pitching for the Dayton Dragons (Cincinnati Reds). Through 11 starts this season, he was 0-1 with a 1.74 ERA, a 1.14 WHIP and 44 strikeouts in 41 1/3 innings. In his most recent start July 22, he allowed two hits and struck out three in four shutout innings.
The No. 8 prospect in the organization, according to MLB.com, Petty started the season on the injured list with an elbow issue. In 38 career games (32 starts), Petty was 1-7 with a 3.05 ERA and 146 strikeouts in 144 2/3 innings. Petty was selected 26th overall in the 2021 draft by the Minnesota Twins.
Single-A
LHP Noah Dean (Pinelands Regional), 22, is pitching for the Salem Red Sox (Boston Red Sox). Through 15 starts in his first pro season, he was 1-6 with a 7.53 ERA and 57 strikeouts in 43 innings. He allowed four runs and struck out a career-high nine in four innings Sunday.
Dean was chosen in the fifth round of last year’s draft by Boston.
SS Josh Hood (St. Augustine Prep), 23, is playing for the Modesto Nuts (Seattle Mariners). Through 77 games, he was hitting .272 (80 for 305) with 16 doubles, two triples, eight homers, 49 runs, 44 RBIs and 18 stolen bases in 21 tries.
In 79 career games, he was hitting .265 with 16 doubles, two triples, eight homers, 46 RBIs and 20 stolen bases. Hood, from Vineland, was selected in the sixth round of last year’s draft.
RHP Joe Joe Rodriguez (Vineland), 23, pitching for the St. Lucie Mets (New York Mets), was 2-1 with an 10.41 ERA and 29 strikeouts in 23 1/3 innings (17 appearances).
In 20 career games, Rodriguez was 4-1 with an 8.42 ERA and 35 strikeouts in 31 innings. The Mets signed him out of the MLB Draft League last summer.
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Buddy Kennedy, seen Feb. 22 at the Diamondbacks’ spring training, is having an outstanding Triple-A season with the Reno Aces.
Mainland Regional High School graduate Chase Petty in action with the Dayton Dragons in 2022. Petty, the No. 8 prospect in the Cincinnati Reds organization according to MLB.com, made his season debut this week.
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Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Buddy Kennedy dives to stop a deep infield single by the Dodgers’ Jason Heyward during a March 2 spring training game in Phoenix. In 15 games with the Triple-A Reno Aces this year, Kennedy was hitting .408 with three homers, 15 runs and nine RBIs. His OPS was 1.281.
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A Dallas County appeals court judge has ruled that a controversial Dallas law on prostitution is unconstitutional.
In her ruling Thursday, County Criminal Court of Appeals Judge Kristin Wade said that the city’s prohibition on “manifesting the purpose of engaging in prostitution” — a misdemeanor punishable with a fine of up to $500 — “is seeking a shortcut that trespasses on the constitutional rights of Dallas citizens.”
The offense, spelled out in Section 31-27 of the Dallas City Code, occurs when a person loiters in a public place in a manner that is “manifesting the purpose” of soliciting prostitution. A citation can be issued if, for example, a person is a known prostitute; repeatedly beckons to others or tries to engage them in conversation; or attempts to stop a vehicle by waving, hailing “or any other bodily gesture.”
The ordinance says officers must allow possible offenders to explain their conduct and that no one shall be convicted if they disclose a lawful purpose for their behavior at trial.
The ordinance has been repeatedly criticized for the considerable leeway it gives police officers in determining the purpose of otherwise-innocuous activities.
According to court documents, Iqbal Jivani was cited last August with the Class C misdemeanor after being accused of loitering with the purpose of engaging in prostitution in the 11100 block of Shady Trail, near Interstate 35E and Walnut Hill Lane in northwest Dallas.
“Said actor was in a known prostitution area and stopped to engage passers-by in conversation,” police wrote in a complaint.
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Jivani’s attorney, Gary Krupkin, filed a motion to quash the complaint in November, arguing that the charge is in violation of the Fourth Amendment.
“What the city is trying to do is remove criminality from the streets in the form of prostitution,” Krupkin said Saturday. “That’s not the way to do it.”
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A Hampton man facing up to 75 years in prison after being accused of sexually abusing children at a day care facility has waived his right to a speedy trial.
According to court records, 26-year-old Benjamin Harold Green was charged in May with three counts of second-degree sexual abuse, class B felonies, for allegedly abusing the children between 2014 and 2020.
The waiver of a speedy trial means the state is not required to prepare a case and hold a trial within 90 days of indictment.
The affidavit states Green abused three children at Hampton Community Christian Daycare between September 2014 and January 2020 while he was employed there. The mothers of the children reported the abuse to police and a series of Child Protection Center interviews allegedly corroborated the abuse claims.
Green has been on pretrial release since July 6. As of Friday, a jury trial is scheduled for Sept. 6.
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Three individuals were arrested Thursday after a search warrant was executed at a Bradford residence.
According to court records, Mathew Joseph Koenig, 40, Kimberly Jo Campbell, 42, and Ethan James Marzen, 32, were all charged with felony drug offenses.
The affidavit states the residence owned by Koenig was searched at 6:11 p.m. All three have been charged with gathering where controlled substances are used — a class D felony punishable by up to five years in prison.
Campbell is also charged with possession of methamphetamine and possession of marijuana.
During the search a bag of methamphetamine allegedly was found in an upstairs bedroom where Campbell was sleeping. A large amount of drug paraphernalia was located throughout the house. Messages on Campbell's phone allegedly indicated she and Koenig purchase methamphetamine together.
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Koenig had two outstanding warrants for his arrest prior to the search.
Marzen, who stated he usually sleeps on the couch, allegedly was found with a Crown Royal bag with a large amount of small baggies, a methamphetamine pipe and a scale inside. Another pipe was found under the cushion where he was sitting and a water bong with methamphetamine residue also was located.
All three were charged with possession of drug paraphernalia.
Hearings for initial appearances for all three are scheduled for Aug. 17.
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The Food Bank of Iowa ended fiscal year 2023 breaking every record in its 41-year history, according to a press release by the nonprofit organization.
Across the 55 counties it serves, Food Bank of Iowa distributed 21 million pounds of food, or the equivalent of 17.5 million meals. The number of pounds is an increase of 4 million pounds from FY2022 and more than 800,000 pounds over the previous record year, FY 2021, during the height of the pandemic.
Hawkeye Harvest Food Bank of Mason City is a partner of the Food Bank of Iowa, and data shows that their efforts to battle the rising food insecurity in the region reflect the trends statewide.
Hawkeye Harvest in June served 1,232 Cerro Gordo County residents in 575 families, compared with 988 individuals and 338 families in surrounding counties, enough food for 26,640 meals.
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Earlier this month, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig in a visit to the food pantry commended the efforts by the volunteers at the organization, and spoke of his office's efforts to provide aid to nonprofits who are struggling to keep up with demand.
“I’m interested [in learning how] do we continue to connect the dots between Iowa producers? We’re a huge agriculture production state, and so how do we match up that ag production with food security?”
Hawkeye Harvest's 186 volunteers logged 11,238 hours in 2022, and donations are used for the purchase of food with a small amount to maintain its facility which opened in 2014 at 122 S. Adams Ave. in Mason City.
Collectively, Food Bank of Iowa’s 700 partners served 661,506 households in FY 2023, an increase of 171,285 households from the previous year. They reported nearly 1.8 million points of service, including: 759,043 children age 18 and under; 734,043 adults age 19-59; and 287,308 older Iowans age 60 and up.
A record 9,739 volunteer shifts were filled at Food Bank of Iowa in FY2023, representing 33,334 hours of service or the work of 16 full-time employees. The value of those volunteer hours exceeds $1 million.
“Food Bank of Iowa is laser focused on providing food for Iowans struggling to make ends meet,” said Food Bank of Iowa CEO Michelle Book. “At this time of rising need, escalating costs and declining resources, we are grateful for the collaborative support of steadfast donors, energetic volunteers, and most especially for our committed partners who serve at the front line. It takes all of us working together to feed Iowans facing hunger.”
According to the Food Bank of Iowa, one in 10 adults and one in eight children are facing hunger.
The spike in food prices is attributed to economic inflation, high labor and food production costs and disruptions like avian flu, droughts, wildfires and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Iowans receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program aid must now go through an asset test to continue receiving benefits under a new law passed in April by the Republican-controlled Legislature and signed by the Governor. Iowa households will now have an asset limit of $15,000 to remain eligible for SNAP benefits, excluding the values of a car, home and $10,000 in value of a second household car.
The nonpartisan Legislative Services Agency estimated the bill would cause 8,000 Iowans to lose Medicaid coverage and 2,800 households to lose food assistance each year.
State Representative Sharon Steckman (D-Mason City) voted against the bill and said in her summary of the legislative session that the legislation was among the reasons the session was
"disastrous for Iowans" and that "In SF494, health care and food was taken away from children."
Advocacy organizations like the Iowa Hunger Coalition were also opposed to the legislation.
Carol Clayton, who serves as a coordinating volunteer and board member at Hawkeye Harvest, said in May 2023 the food bank received 12,000 pounds of bread, 57,000 pounds of total food, 1,000 pounds of non-edible goods like toothpaste and toiletries and $10,000 in small contributions and donations.
All who come to Hawkeye Harvest Food Bank must meet residency and income qualifications to receive food to make meals for about four days during once-monthly visits. They also receive nonperishables such as toilet paper and other basic necessities. Clayton said a donation of $25 currently purchases enough food to help make 40 meals. A $50 donation helps make 80 meals and a $100 donation will provide enough food to make 160 meals.
For those making food donations, nonperishable food items requested by the food bank include cereal, pasta, rice, canned fruits and vegetables, canned meals such as soups, chili, pasta, 100% juice, peanut butter, canned pasta sauce or spaghetti sauce, macaroni & cheese and canned protein (tuna, chicken, turkey). Donations can be dropped off between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Monday through Friday. Clients are helped from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Alexander Schmidt is an Education/General Assignment Reporter for the Globe Gazette. You can reach him at alexander.schmidt@globegazette.com or at 641-421-0527.
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Citizens of Northwood are imploring the city to help get their trees back.
A number of concerned citizens living along Highway 65 are seeking solutions from the city council after a state sidewalk construction project removed trees along the public right-of-way, but a recently passed city ordinance now prohibits them from replanting the trees lost that were technically on city property.
Michael Bode of Northwood is leading a community effort to revise the ordinance because "...it's a quality of life issue. I had four trees in the right of way, they were nice and they provided shade."
A statement from Iowa Department of Transportation reads, in full: "In the spring, trees were removed for ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) sidewalk construction through the project limits. The city of Northwood has since passed an ordinance regarding trees."
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Iowa DOT did not comment when asked about the number of trees removed during the project, or what the criteria for the tree removal was; but the project made improvements to the highway and sidewalks were lengthened from three feet to five feet to comply with state and federal ADA standards for sidewalks along highways within city limits.
City Superintendent Dirk Van Ryswyk estimated the number of trees taken down was around 50.
"When the state came through initially, they met with the property owners and most agreed to the removal of the trees, but at that time, the ordinance allowed them to replant [on the berm/right of way]," said Mayor Doug Moehle of Northwood; "A big portion of the decision to change that ordinance was the cost that the city was incurring because [the city] is required to remove diseased trees along the berm, and with the tree diseases going around we've been removing quite a few, so it has been getting pretty expensive. To try and reduce that in the future, it was decided that [the ordinance] would hopefully eliminate the [amount of trees removed] from the berm...but obviously the state coming in...it was an unfortunate timing."
The ordinance, as passed by the council and effective April 19, 2023, states that "trees shall not be planted between the sidewalk curb, or edge of the street."
This left many residents who lost trees near their property, including Bode, with what he says is an unseemly and bare strip of grass between the sidewalk and the street. Without any other recourse for replanting the trees, Bode began a public awareness campaign of yard signs along the highway imploring the city to revisit the issue. Among the signs were messages like "Protect Northwood's image" and "We proudly support trees on 65." Bode said, "Keeping an inviting green corridor on on of our main routes through town is something I feel strongly about. When the trees were coming down, the people I talked to were saying that losing the trees was just a shame."
Northwood has been known since its founding for its stewardship of the tree canopy; indeed, the name of the town and township (Grove) pays homage to the wooded areas along the Shell Rock river now preserved as the scenic Swensrud Park.
"I don't blame them, it's pretty bare [along the highway] now," said Councilman Gary Nerlien. "I'm all for trees...but the city needs to have control over city property. There should be an application to the city to decide what should go in."
No official action was taken during the discussion of this issue at the July 24 meeting of the Northwood City Council, but the mayor and council all indicated that the issue of revising the ordinance would be brought up for consideration when the council reconvenes August 14. Bode volunteered to serve on an oversight committee that could review applications for tree planting by citizens, giving the city oversight over the trees that go in.
"It's up to us to convince the city that this initiative is what residents, business owners and visitors want," said Bode. He adds, "...I'm concerned that if the committee for changing the resolution makes the process too restrictive, it will deter most people from replanting, so here's to hoping I'm wrong on that thought. I guess we'll cross that bridge when we get to it."
According to Iowa code, a proposed ordinance or amendment must be considered and voted on for passage at two council meetings prior to the meeting at which it is to be finally passed, unless this requirement is suspended by a recorded vote of not less than three-fourths of all of the members of the council.
"The decision was made to look at the ordinance and tweak it and hopefully satisfy the concerned residents," said Moehle.
Alexander Schmidt is an Education/General Assignment Reporter for the Globe Gazette. You can reach him at alexander.schmidt@globegazette.com or at 641-421-0527.
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Darlene Priscilla (Movick) Oppedahl
February 26, 1926 - July 24, 2023
MASON CITY - Darlene Priscilla (Movick) Oppedahl, 97, of Mason City, IA, passed away July 24, 2023 at Good Shepherd Health Center.
A funeral service will be held 1:00pm, August 2, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 213 N Pennsylvania Ave, Mason City, IA 50401. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the service.
Memorials may be dedicated to Trinity Lutheran Church.
Darlene was born February 23, 1926, near Ottosen, IA. She was the fourth of nine children of Peter and Clara (Ellingson) Movick. She graduated from West Bend High School in 1943 and then studied at Mankato. She met Orville Oppedahl in Kiester, MN. They were married on June 8, 1946 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ottosen.
In 1969, Darlene began work as a nurse's aid and in 1971 she attended NIACC to become a licensed practical nurse. She worked as an LPN until her retirement in 1988.
Darlene was an active lifetime member of Trinity Lutheran Church and a member of the Senior Center where she danced and played 500. She enjoyed bowling and golfing. She got a hole in one at the age of 80. She loved flowers, playing cards, traveling, and ceramics.
Darlene is survived by her children, Nancy (Jerald) Nelson of Mason City, Barbara(Joe Paulsen) Oppedahl of Mason City, and Bradley(Julie Bryant) Oppedahl of Cedar Rapids, IA; grandchildren, Jonathan Nelson, Jordan(Dana) Nelson, Stephanie Rassett, Nicole(Michelle) Oppedahl, Jessica(Drae) Lloyd, and Kylie(Kyle) Knoke; great-grandchildren, Mara Nelson, Aalayah Lloyd, and Aryanna Lloyd; sister, Donna Gatton; three sisters-in-law; nieces, nephews, and friends.
Darlene was preceded in death by her husband, Orville; son, Gregory Oppedahl; parents, Peter and Clara; and siblings, Ardis Opheim, Nyle Movick, Mardell Landmesser, Marvin Movick, Peter Movick Jr., Bernard Movick, and Arlo Movick.
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Jeremiah (Jere) Schmidt, 90, of Britt passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at his home in Britt in Britt.Ewing Funeral Chapel in Britt is assisting the family with arrangements.
Norma Lou Nutting, 91, died Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at Oakwood Care Center, Clear Lake. Funeral arrangements are entrusted with Ward Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 310 1st Ave North, Clear Lake, Iowa 50428. 641-357-2193 www.colonialchapels.com
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Kenneth Craig Prall
May 24, 1959 - July 14, 2023
It is with great sadness the Prall family announces the passing of their beloved brother Kenneth Craig, “Casey” Prall.
Casey left us unexpectedly, but peacefully in his sleep. His incredible sense of humor, intelligence, and inventive use of the English language will be greatly missed by both family & friends. He was a rare breed of human and we're sure he's entertaining those he's with now.
He is preceded in death by his father Richard Prall, mother Betty Warner, brother Jeffrey Prall, step-father Allan Warner, and brother-in-law Jerry Rabey. He is survived by his brother Kirk Prall (Kristy), sisters Cindy Rabey, Carrie Prall, Traci Hegarty (Jim), and brother Richard Prall (Carrie), along with several nieces and nephews. Casey promised many family & friends a steak dinner for various occasions. We're sure he posthumously offers no apologies that he's unable to fulfill these verbal contracts.
Goodbye, Casey – GO, PACK, GO!
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Kenneth Craig Prall
May 24, 1959 - July 14, 2023
It is with great sadness the Prall family announces the passing of their beloved brother Kenneth Craig, “Casey” Prall. Casey left us unexpectedly, but peacefully in his sleep. His incredible sense of humor, intelligence, and inventive use of the English language will be greatly missed by both family & friends. He was a rare breed of human and we're sure he's entertaining those he's with now.
He is preceded in death by his father Richard Prall, mother Betty Warner, brother Jeffrey Prall, step-father Allan Warner, and brother-in-law Jerry Rabey.
He is survived by his brother Kirk Prall (Kristy), sisters Cindy Rabey, Carrie Prall, Traci Hegarty (Jim), and brother Richard Prall (Carrie), along with several nieces and nephews. Casey promised many family & friends a steak dinner for various occasions.
We're sure he posthumously offers no apologies that he's unable to fulfill these verbal contracts. Goodbye, Casey – GO, PACK, GO!
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Lawrence L. "Larry" Bernemann
MASON CITY - Lawrence L. "Larry" Bernemann, 87, passed away July 24, 2023 at his home.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 am Thursday, August 3, 2023 at Epiphany Parish - Holy Family Catholic Church, 722 N. Adams Ave., Mason City with Rev. Neil Manternach as Celebrant. Burial will follow in Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 2, from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 3rd NE Mason City and will resume one hour prior to Mass at the church on Thursday.
Should friends desire, memorials may be left in Larry's honor to the Newman Foundation.
Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 3rd St NE, Mason City. (641)423-2372. ColonialChapels.com
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LONOKE COUNTY, Arkansas — Agriculture is Arkansas's largest growing industry, but there's a sector that's often overlooked — Aquaculture.
“In Lonoke County, you'll see some of the largest fish farms in the United States,” Keo Fish Farms General Manager Seth Summerside said. "We’re the largest hybrid striped bass hatchery in the world."
The farm spans 2,000 acres with sheds that house different fish. The Keo Fish Farms ponds aren't covered by shade, which means the heat impacts them.
"You can have temperature fluctuations anywhere between 70 degrees and 108 degrees," Summerside said. "[It] puts tremendous stress on the fish, and the hotter the temperature, the less oxygen."
According to Summerside, keeping a close eye on the fish is crucial because of the hot temperatures.
"The 100 different ponds... what's the temperature?" Summerside asked. "What's the oxygen level in the ponds? How are we transporting the fish? We're handling 150 million fish a year."
And the heat doesn't just impact the fish. Employees are feeling the burn too.
“Make sure you provide them with enough water, sunblock and air conditioning," Summerside said. "We shift hours based on the temperature whenever we can."
Even so, Summerside said they try and get their work done before the worst of the heat settles in.
“We start at six [and] we end at three," Summerside said. "We try to structure what we do on the farm with the hardest things first, so it's cooler."
With the hot temperatures not going away soon, Summerside says they'll keep finding ways to adapt.
“Climate, the temperature and the fluctuations with what we see in the weather, it's going to be consistent moving forward,” Summerside said.
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JACKSONVILLE, Arkansas — The Pulaski County Sheriff's Office is investigating a residential fire in the 13000 block of Peters Road in Jacksonville.
Deputies were dispatched to the area around 4 a.m. on Saturday and found the home engulfed. First responders extinguished the fire, and an investigation is underway.
The investigation into this incident is ongoing. We are working to gather additional information and will update you as soon as it becomes available.
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Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood to host forums on how to protect kids from online predators
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood will lead five community forums starting Monday in New Smyrna Beach to share suggestions to parents on how to protect their children from online sexual predators and other internet dangers.
Chitwood will be joined by others from the Sheriff's Office and the Florida Department of Children & Families to discuss social media risks, the facts on human trafficking and tips on how to keep children safe from predators.
“If your kids are spending their time online, you need to be aware of what’s out there,” Chitwood said in a news release. “Your kids’ safety starts at home, and we want every family to have the knowledge and the tools to avoid the predators we know are using the same apps kids use every day.”
The forums were prompted by the July 15 arrest of a 29-year-old Cocoa Beach man who twice had sex with a 12-year-old Deltona girl and was continuing to communicate with her through Wink and Instagram apps, according to a sheriff's report.
The forums will be from 6 to 7:30 p.m:
- Monday at First NSB - A Family Church, 200 Faulkner St., New Smyrna Beach
- Monday, Aug. 7 at Tomoka Christian Church, 1101 E. Plymouth Ave., DeLand
- Wednesday, Aug. 9 at Deltona City Hall, 2345 Providence Blvd., Deltona
- Monday, Aug. 28 at DeBary City Hall, 16 Colomba Road, DeBary
- Tuesday, Aug. 29 at Mission San Jose of St. Peter, 165 Emporia Road, Pierson
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HAMMOND — Yellow police tape encased the scene of a shooting that left one individual dead and at least one other wounded around 1:15 p.m. Saturday afternoon on the 5900 block of Park Place.
Hammond police were dispatched to the scene after receiving a call involving multiple men and shots fired, Lt. Steve Kellogg said. One person was dead on the scene. Police believe everyone involved in the shooting know each other and were traveling together.
John Bicek was inside his house when he heard two large pops, purportedly gunshots. His father, Robert, was on the back porch when he heard the shots.
"I came out of the front door to walk my wife to her car because she was going to work," John Bicek said. "And I see a man come over and he kept yelling, saying his friend had been shot and to call 911."
The man's shirt was covered in blood, Bicek said. He stumbled onto a nearby porch and collapsed on the stairs. It appeared he had been shot in the arm.
Neighbors sat on their front porch steps, watching as investigators bagged evidence and took photos. One witness said she has never witnessed crime on the block in the five years she has lived there.
A shoe rested on the pavement about 10 feet from a parked vehicle. A bullet rested on the ground approximately 50 feet away.
Investigators from the Lake County coroner's office were also on the scene.
The Hammond Police Department shared their condolences for the victim's family and said more information will be available as it becomes public. The name of the person who was killed and their exact cause of death have not yet been released. They also encouraged witnesses to come forward.
"Sharing information, no matter how seemingly insignificant, could be crucial in aiding in the investigation," Kellogg said in a news release.
Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact Detective Sgt. Marc Ferry at 219-852-2991.
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MARION COUNTY, Fla. – A vehicle fire temporarily snarled traffic on Interstate 75 on Saturday afternoon, according to Marion County Fire Rescue.
According to a news release, MCFR responded to the fire in the southbound lanes of Interstate 75 near mile marker 346 around 2:46 p.m.
Rescue officials said the 911 caller stated that “He smelled gas, lost power and eased to the right shoulder of the road.”
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According to the release, crews were able to quickly bring the fire under control.
No injuries were reported to firefighters or the driver, officials said.
MCFR said traffic on Interstate 75 is “free of obstruction,” although they did not report how long traffic was delayed because of the fire.
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COSTILLA COUNTY, Colo. — Property owners in Colorado sent in a record number of property value appeals this year. The hope was to convince their county assessors to reduce the value of their home and shrink the increase they received on their property tax bill.
There's one little problem, though. Appealing your property tax value could also put you at risk of getting an even higher bill.
"This carpet is 23 years old," said Thomas Larson sitting inside his home in Fort Garland, in Costilla County. "No, no, I haven’t touched it. One thing, I’m too old. The other, I can’t afford it."
Larson built the home himself. He says he hasn't added any square footage to the home or done any major renovations since he moved in to the house in 2000.
And yet, his property valuation went up higher than he could have ever imagined this year.
"$640,017," Larson said looking at his property valuation document. "That blew me away."
That's a lot, considering just last year the assessed value was under $140,000. Then, Larson got a card in the mail a couple of months ago telling him it went up to more than $300,000. He appealed to try and get it lowered.
The county assessor has the power to increase values after someone appeals. Higher property values mean higher taxes. When Larson got back his appeal, the assessor said his home was worth more than $640,000.
"They doubled it. So, I feel like I might have been better not to say anything," said Larson. "Appealing was probably a really stupid decision."
If you're considering taking your appeal to the next level, we should warn you that your property valuation could keep increasing with each appeal.
You didn't know that? Yeah, we didn't either.
Turns out the state doesn't require assessors to warn you before you decide to appeal.
"It makes me feel like I am being victimized by the county government. That’s exactly how I feel," said Tom Phillips, Larson's neighbor who lives down the street.
His value also skyrocketed. Now they’re fighting back.
"We’re starting to band together," said Phillips. "We actually had some meetings down at the community hall and that’s where we found out that we’re not alone."
Together, they appeal yet again.
In front of county commissioners and the deputy county assessor at the Board of Equalization meeting, Larson pleaded his case on Wednesday. Hundreds more are signed up to do the same over the coming days in Costilla County.
"Why would you do that?" Larson asked the assessor who increased his home value. "I have not even done any improvements on it. It’s the same that it was when I built it."
In less than 15 minutes, the deputy county assessor, Ronda Lobato, decides she’s reducing the assessed property value of Larson's home from $640,000 to $350,000. She gave no explanation on why, how she came to that conclusion, or why it was ever valued so high.
9NEWS has been trying to talk to anyone in the county assessors office in Costilla County for the last couple of days. We sent them multiple emails. We finally had a conversation in person with Lobato on Wednesday in San Luis.
She told us she saw our emails, but didn’t have time to talk to us or respond to our questions.
Despite these cases, there are some success stories in Colorado.
We told you about Breck Larson in May. He's an Arapahoe County homeowner who appealed after his property value increased 81%.
He went above and beyond to show off the worst aspects of his home, submitting 49 pages worth of documents and photos of his 1970s fixtures, a retro turquoise bathroom and asbestos. His appeal convinced the assessor to come down about 10% on his valuation, but not the 30% decrease he wanted.
"I'm kind of looking at this as the 10% off my property value isn't really helpful, because it only knocks $1,100 off my taxes and my taxes are pretty hefty considering how high they valued my property," Breck Larson said. "Ten percent off feels like a restaurant coupon."
Like the homeowners in southern Colorado, he said he's also considering taking his appeal to the county board of equalization for a second opinion.
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GLASSPORT, Pa. — The search for a missing teen in the Monongahela River in Glassport ended tragically.
Dive Teams from Allegheny and Westmoreland counties recovered the body of 17-year-old Benjerman T.N. Coleman of Mckeesport early Saturday morning.
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Local fishermen were sad after learning the teen’s body was found in the muddy waters of the Monongahela.
“I believe they need to put a sign there saying strong current, you keep walking out and it’s gonna take you away,” said Glassport Resident Aleson Fleming.
Fleming said it’s not the first time something like this has happened.
“It’s really sad because we’ve just seen this a couple years ago when a girl drowned and it did take a day or two, if not longer, and they finally found her body,” Fleming said.
Dive teams from several agencies used sonar to look for the teen, searching the area near the Mansfield Bridge in the Glassport and Mckeesport area. His body was recovered not far from where he was last seen.
“We do love our firemen and police. They do a fantastic job and so they were right on it,” Fleming said.
“And this can’t be easy for them to have to do,” said Glassport Resident Karen Reynold
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PITTSBURGH — The annual “Goat Fest” was held at South Side Park on Saturday.
The event brings a petting zoo, live music, and food vendors to the Arlington Ball Field.
Goats come into the park and eat unwanted and invasive plants, clearing the way for volunteers to plant native flora.
“The goats go in there and eat it all up and they let you see the lay of the land and let you see what has to be done so volunteers can follow,” Kitty Vagley, a board member of Friends of Southside Park, said.
Anyone who would like to help plant in the park is welcome to volunteer every third Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. to noon.
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PITTSBURGH — Saturday’s rain showers did not stop people from coming out and enjoying a festival in the Hill District.
The second Hill District Arts Festival was held on the 1800 block of Centre Avenue.
ACH Clear Pathways, a nonprofit organization focusing on fostering creativity in kids and families, hosted the event. They try to spark artistic passion by connecting those families with performing arts opportunities.
The festival acts as one of those opportunities and showcases art done by artists from all around the community.
“We have tons of local vendors artists, food trucks, and more. Live entertainment on 2 stages, and most importantly we’re bringing the community together to bring back that creative flare the Hill District once had before,” Executive Director of ACH Clear Pathways Tyian Battle said.
The festival continues tomorrow and will hold a silent disco and a live performance from rapper Young Joc on the main stage.
The festival will wrap up at 8 p.m.
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BLAKELY, Pa. — It was one final goodbye to legendary football coach Jack Henzes on Saturday morning.
The former Dunmore football coach passed away earlier this week at the age of 87.
Hundreds of people came to Friday night's viewing and Saturday morning's funeral at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Blakely to pay their respects and say goodbye to the father, coach, and educator.
"As a cousin of Jack's, I can tell you that I am not surprised with the amount of people here. He wasn't just loved in my hometown of Dunmore, he was loved in our region and even beyond that," said Mary Rinaldi, cousin of Jack Henzes.
Jack Henzes was one of the winningest coaches in Pennsylvania history.
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DICKSON CITY, Pa. — People in Lackawanna County are revving their engines for the annual Scranton Bike Weekend.
Scranton Bike Weekend fills the Circle Drive-In movie theater in Dickson City with motorcycles and shows people what the community is all about.
A portion of the proceeds go to the Gino J. Merli Veterans Center Veterans Funds.
"They wanna show off their bikes, there's cash prizes they can win, and a lot of them were veterans themselves, so it was a great opportunity to bring them all together," said Janiece Montes, Scranton Bike Weekend organizer.
Scranton Bike Weekend continues Sunday at the Circle Drive-In in Lackawanna County.
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A woman was found dead in her home along with a dog and a man in Ocean County, New Jersey Saturday morning, according to the police.
At approximately 5:10 a.m. officers from the Little Egg Harbor Township Police Department responded to a 9-1-1 call from a woman saying she believed someone was breaking into her apartment on Whitemarsh Court, police said.
When police arrived they had to make forced entry into the residence where they located the body of a 49-year-old woman with a gunshot wound to the face, a dog with gunshot wounds and a 52-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the head, police said.
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The woman and dog were dead when police arrived, but the man was conscious and was transported to the hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries, according to the police.
Investigators say it appears that the man shot the woman and the dog before turning the gun on himself.
The investigation is still ongoing and no additional information was provided at this time.
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SAN ANTONIO — The community gathered Saturday morning at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church to pray for the family of five who died in a house fire on the northeast side one week ago. Only one person survived.
“We’ve lost one whole generation but generations of our family,” said Angela Reyes, who lost her sister, nieces and nephew in the tragedy.
Those who died are 50-year-old Felicia Valadez; 29-year-old Sylvia Valadez; 12-year-old Gabriel Valadez; 10-year-old Lillie Valadez; and 6-year-old Isabella Morales.
Reyes’ father Fernando Valdez has been in the hospital recovering with the support of his wife at his bedside.
The San Antonio Fire Department said the 3 a.m. fire on July 22 was contained to the garage, which led to smoke filling the entire house.
“They’re bringing him out slowly and preparing to tell him what he’s lost,” Reyes said.
The service recognized each soul lost in the tragedy through prayer and song.
Ben Cardenas attended the mass to pay his respects to the Valadez family, including his friend Fernando.
“Fernando is a good guy. He was a veteran who served in Vietnam as I was and several of our other members,” Cardenas said. “It’s a tough one for us but we’ll get through it with the prayer and be there for the family.”
Reyes’ optimism for the future is fueled by her devout faith in God. She’s expressed gratitude for the community and hospital staff during this dark time.
“God knows, God knows our pain. And he knows the beginning and the end and I believe that this is the way that it was supposed to be and we’ll find comfort. We’ll come find comfort in our church family and in our family,” Reyes said.
A GoFundMe has been arranged by the Valadez family, aims to raise $500,000 for a host of expenses.
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SAN ANTONIO — Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar' announced his re-election bid at a community barbecue on Saturday.
"I want you to know that I'm here to ask for all of your support and your continued love and your teamwork and your mentorship and your friendship as I seek a third term as the Bexar County Sheriff," he said.
Sheriff Salazar has held his position since 2016 when he decided to run for office after spending 23 years with the San Antonio Police Department.
"I just felt that I could have the best effect on my community, not just my community, but this region this state, by staying right here as Bexar County Sheriff for another four years.
Sheriff Salazar said he felt the need to make the announcement now because he wanted to squash rumors that he was seeking higher office.
We have not heard of any challengers yet. Election day is November 5, 2024.
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Leslie 'Les' Elliard, Detroit actor, dies at 46
From Indianapolis to the Motor City, New Orleans to Broadway, to Hollywood and beyond, actor Leslie Michael Elliard was always prepared to take on the next role.
Mr. Elliard, a graduate of Cass Technical High School in Detroit, died at his home in Los Angeles on Saturday, July 15 at age 46. He had been battling arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease, according to the County of Los Angeles medical examiner.
Described by friends as a "walking sitcom" and a "born entertainer," Mr. Elliard, affectionately known as "Les," is remembered as one who loved to laugh and was "insanely hilarious."
"He loved nothing more than laughing. There is not enough space here to fully capture how much of my life my brother filled," longtime friend Jamal Sterling of Dallas wrote in a post on social media. "From (high school) plays to college life. First loves and first apartments. Best friends to Alpha brothers. From Detroit to New Orleans to LA. From singing at my wedding to TV show red carpet premieres."
Sterling, who's known Mr. Elliard since they were 14 years old, said they attended high school and college together, became fraternity brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, and would later become roommates in Los Angeles, following his move to the west coast in 2003.
Born in Indianapolis on June 20, 1977, to the late medical professionals Boyzell and Barbara Elliard, his family relocated to the Motor City when Mr. Elliard was 2 years old. He would later graduate from Cass Technical High School in 1995, according to an obituary.
Mr. Elliard went on to attend the historically Black college Dillard University in New Orleans and earned a bachelor's degree in speech communication and arts with an emphasis in theater. Mr. Elliard, according to Detroit News archives, graduated early and taught at Dillard for a year, and later earned a master's degree from Yale School of Drama in 2002.
At Yale, Mr. Eilliard acted in productions of "A Streetcar Named Desire,” “Fame,” “Our Town” and "The Taming Of The Shrew."
After relocating to New York, he starred in his first theater role in the off-Broadway musical "Crowns." His biggest break later came when he debuted in the Broadway production of Disney's "The Lion King," playing the role of Mufasa.
"One of the best moments of my life was when 'Dorian Blues' was playing across Times Square from 'The Lion King,'" Mr. Elliard told The Detroit News in 2005. "I felt like a big rap star."
"It's like each role prepares me for the next," Mr. Elliard said. "Life is also that way. After Dillard, I wanted to become better versed in Shakespeare and August Wilson. While I worked in 'The Lion King,' I got TV roles."
He appeared in episodes of HBO's "The Wire" and NBC's "Law & Order" as well as CBS drama "Hack" and ABC's "All My Children." One of his most notable roles was playing Jimmy James, a fast-talking, tactless go-getter on the Showtime comedy "Barbershop: The Series," based on the popular movies.
"I was fortunate to have the opportunity to watch him grow from performing 'Once On This Island' at Cass Tech to performing on 'Barbershop: The Series' and 'The Wire,'" Sterling told The Detroit News in a statement. "His spirit was infectious and his kindness was unparalleled."
Mr. Elliard also acted in independent films, including "Dorian Blues” in 2004, and "Allergic to Nuts" with Vanessa Williams of Showtime's “Soul Food” and the 2005 feature “Into the Fire,” according to IMDb.com.
"Vanessa has been great," Mr. Elliard previously told The News. "Because she was on 'Soul Food,' she was able to give me advice and tell me what it was like to be a part of the Showtime family and how primetime cable works."
Mr. Elliard was able to give younger aspiring actors the same kind of guidance Williams extended to him, according to his former drama teacher at Cass Tech, Marilyn McCormick."He was a mentor to many students and young actors. ... He encouraged his peers to raise their level (and) commended them on being amazing," Sterling told The News on Saturday.
"Leslie loved the stage and he loved the craft of acting. He really delved into the work (as) it was important for him to explore every possibility when he was working. He was tireless in his determination to get it right."
Mr. Elliard's survivors include an older brother, Christopher Eilliard; aunts Jessie Hammock, Jacqueline Thomas and Ella Delorise Smith; uncles Maurice and Harrold Elliard; cousin Beverly Sullivan; and a host of cousins, relatives and friends.
A memorial was held on Friday, July 28, at Mr. Elliard's home church Second Baptist Church on Detroit's east side. As a member, Mr. Elliard participated in activities, including the youth choir and the Royal Crusaders, according to an obituary.
Detroit News staff writer Mark Hicks and former staff writer Mekeisha Madden Toby contributed.
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BALTIMORE — Baltimore City Fire and the City of Baltimore hosted a city-wide neighborhood fire sweep Saturday.
The sweep aims to prevent lives from being lost in a fire.
Fires like the one back in March in the 800 block of Bradhurst Road that claimed the life of one woman.
RELATED: Crews find woman dead inside burning Baltimore home
Saturday, the group stopped in the Parkside community in the 4700 block of Chatford Avenue to raise awareness about the importance of having a working smoke alarm and home evacuation plans.
"Considering the fact that we provide free smoke alarms, no household should be without a working smoke alarm", said Mayor Brandon Scott.
READ MORE: Officials ID victims of triple fatal fire in West Baltimore
Anyone in need of a new smoke detector can call 311. Firefighters also stress the importance of having an escape plan.
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FORT SMITH, Ark. — The Fort Smith Police Department (FSPD) is currently responding to a two-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle on North Street and Midland Boulevard.
Police say there were two people on the motorcycle and both suffered injuries. One of the victims has "life-threatening" injuries, according to FSPD.
Investigators are working to analyze the scene and delays are expected for "the next few hours" according to police. Drivers are asked to consider a different route if they are headed to that area.
No further details were released. Stay with 5NEWS as we follow this story.
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FORT SMITH, Ark. — The Office of Mayor George B. McGill and the House of Barbers are hosting a back-to-school "Haircuts & Braids" event in Fort Smith next month.
House of Barbers will be providing free haircuts and braiding services to people of all ages at the event. There will be a live DJ and lots of back-to-school giveaways.
When?
The event will be held on August 11-12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where?
It will be held at House of Barbers located at 115 North 10th Street Suite G-1.
Giveaways
Besides haircuts and braids, the event will also be providing free:
- Backpacks
- School supplies
- Hot dogs
- Burgers
- Drinks
Do I have to sign up?
Walk-ins are accepted so no registration or appointment will be required.
House of Barbers says this event has a much deeper meaning.
"This event is not just about haircuts and school supplies; it's about coming together as a community in a joyful and peaceful way. We invite each and every one of you to be a part of this celebration of unity and support."
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CALIFORNIA, USA — Three people were taken to the hospital Friday after a head on crash in Sierra County, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash happened around 2:18 p.m. on Highway 89 at the Calpine Summit. Officials say James Sweeney, 80 of Los Gatos, crossed over the median into oncoming southbound traffic where he allegedly hit a truck. The two men in the truck, Ian Baxter, 55 and Mark O’Camb, 51, were taken to the hospital along with Sweeney.
It is unclear how badly the three were injured, or if drugs or alcohol were involved in the crash.
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BANGOR -- A recently-closed Bangor movie theater has reopened under new ownership.
The long-time theater formally known as Movie Rocket welcomed back customers Saturday.
The new owners say the establishment will now be called Hollywood Cinemas, and that they have made improvements since the theater's sudden closure earlier this month.
"We actually worked on our digital signage. We got that up and going, the digital signage has been fixed," said Christopher Perkins, general manager at Hollywood Cinemas. "There were some repairs we needed to do. We're just slowly working at it and making sure that everyone's experience is much better."
The new owners say they will continue to make improvements to the theater.
For a full list of showtimes and ticket prices, visit the Hollywood Cinemas Facebook page.
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