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ATCEMS responded to 5 child near-drownings in two weeks

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:56:32 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Pools are one of the only outdoor spots to escape the triple-digit weather Austin is seeing. As more people head to the water, Austin-Travis County EMS is warning parents or anyone supervising children at pools to be vigilant.According to a tweet from the agency, medics have responded to 16 drowning incidents since the beginning of the year. Nine of those, EMS said, were in June. "From May 20 - June 3, ATCEMS responded to 5 pediatric drownings (8yo or younger) in pools," the tweet said. All 32 of Austin's pools are operational this year, which hasn't been the case in years past due to staffing shortages. This is the first time since 2019 the city has had enough lifeguards to open all pools for the summer season. KXAN is speaking with ATCEMS and lifeguards later this afternoon. Check back for updates.

Austin Fire Department sent to Perryton after tornado kills three, causes widespread damage Thursday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:56:32 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Fire Department sent eight of its members to Perryton, Texas, after a destructive tornado touched down Thursday evening.The twister hit Perryton – a city of under 10,000 people northeast of Amarillo – Thursday just after 5:00 p.m. The natural disaster caused widespread damage, killed three people and injured dozens more, according to the Austin Fire Department. MORE: Tornado devastates Texas Panhandle town, killing 3 and injuring dozens Reports suggest the twister traveled on the ground for about a mile and was roughly a half of a mile in diameter, per AFD. In response to the natural disaster, Governor Greg Abbott directed Thursday the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to deploy state emergency response resources to meet life-saving needs in the impacted community.“The State of Texas is swiftly deploying critical emergency response resources to provide all necessary support and assistance to protect Texans and help those impacted by tornadoe...

Afton readies for Fourth of July celebration; longtime teacher is parade grand marshal

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:56:32 GMT

The organizers of Afton’s Fourth of July parade and celebration are gearing up for the big event.The Afton Parade Committee announced this week that this year’s grand marshal will be Carolyn Deruyck, a retired Afton-Lakeland Elementary teacher and resident of Afton for more than 50 years.Carolyn Deruyck (Courtesy of Afton Parade Committee)The parade, which attracts thousands of spectators, starts at 1 p.m. July 4.“There was not a day in my teaching career that I did not enjoy,” said Deruyck, who taught most grade levels before settling into teaching fourth- and fifth-grade, specializing in writing, computer science and language arts. “This job is as much about the philosophy and character of the teacher as it is about the curriculum. Stillwater School District allowed us to bring our own creativity into our lessons.”The Afton Schooner Band, one of the parade’s most popular entries, will begin rehearsals next week.Musicians of all ages and skill levels are invited to play with the vo...

Citizen advocates "disappointed" by legislative session

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:56:32 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — This week on Empire State Weekly, the legislative session has ended in Albany. However, lawmakers in the Assembly are prepared to return to the capitol to resume work. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Patrick Orecki, The Director Of State Studies From The Citizens Budget Commission, and Rebecca Garrard, The Deputy Executive Director for Citizen Action Of New York, gave insights into this year's legislative session."I would say thus far, we feel somewhat disappointed, right we think there are lost opportunities that we had this session. It felt like the misalignment between the governor and the legislature led to many stalemates and not many wins," Said Garrard."One thing that we thought there might be progress on was housing policy. It's something that came up in the context of the budget and has been talked about for a couple of years didn't really see progress there," Said Orecki.The Assembly will r...

Horse health day coming to Queensbury Tractor Supply

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:56:32 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Equestrians, get trotting. The Queensbury Tractor Supply Co. is set to host a special event on horse health this month. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The location at 751 Upper Glen St. will host a Horse Health and Feed event on Saturday, June 24. From 9 a.m. to noon, employees and representatives from horse feed company Nutrena will be onsite with demonstrations and hands-on activities. Topic covered will include horse grooming, riding, and nutrition."Whether you recently bought your first horse or own several, you won't want to miss our Horse Health and Feed event at the Queensbury store," said store manager Brittany Moore. "This interactive, informative event offers something for everyone interested in equine activities and best practices." Glens Falls: Check what your pipes are made of The event also includes giveaways and coupon offers.

Kingston hosting 9th annual arts expo

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:56:32 GMT

KINGSTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Kingston Midtown Arts District has announced they will be hosting their 9th annual Celebration of the Arts Expo. The event is scheduled for July 8. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Local artists will be offering a wide range of free, family-friendly activities throughout the day. Attendees can learn how to a create a variety of folk arts, make paint pigments from rocks and eggs, and join workshops on improv comedy, dance or world music rhythms utilizing different percussion instruments. The event will also feature presentations and demonstrations in photography, printmaking, and ceramic techniques. This year there will be two themed artist panels, one to be held in English and one in Spanish. Rodeo series coming to Pottersville The event will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and is free and open to the public. Children age 12 and under must be with a guardian. The expo will take place at the Kin...

Teen drowns in Meramec River in Crawford County

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:56:32 GMT

CRAWFORD COUNTY, Mo. - An investigation is underway after a teenager drowned in the Meramec River in Crawford County on Friday. The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the drowning happened just before noon Friday. It occurred in the Meramec River near Thurman Lake Road. Investigators say the victim was swimming, went underwater and didn't resurface. Triple shooting at North St. Louis gas station one dead, two injured MSHP released a drowning report on Friday and identified the victim as Logan Wright, 18, of St. James, Missouri.Additional details on what led up to the drowning are unknown. MSHP Troop I, which covers a portion of central Missouri, is handling the investigation. FOX 2 will update if more information becomes available.

Denver school board’s closed-door meeting after East High shooting did not violate law, DPS tells judge

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:56:32 GMT

Denver Public Schools’ Board of Education properly noticed and convened an executive session when members met behind closed doors the day after the March shooting inside East High School, the school district’s attorney argued in court Friday. The Denver Post and five other Colorado news organizations are suing DPS, alleging the school board violated the Colorado Open Meetings Law and seeking the release of the recording of the closed-door meeting. “This is really just about a gotcha case,” DPS attorney Jonathan Fero told Denver District Court Judge Andrew Luxen during Friday’s hearing on the news organizations’ lawsuit.The school board met in an executive session — which is closed to the public — on March 23, the day after a student shot and injured two administrators inside East, the city’s largest high school. When board members emerged from the meeting five hours later, they announced they would temporarily suspend a 2020 board policy banning s...

Colorado intestinal parasite outbreak linked to taco restaurant on Western Slope

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:56:32 GMT

Colorado has seen a year’s worth of infections by an intestinal parasite in less than two months following an outbreak on the Western Slope.The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment reported 62 cases of cyclosporiasis since May 1. In a typical year, the state averages 63 cases. No hospitalizations or deaths have been linked to the outbreak.Most people infected with Cyclospora parasites get sick one to two weeks after eating or drinking something contaminated. The most common symptom is watery diarrhea, but some people experience loss of appetite, weight loss, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, fatigue, nausea or vomiting, body aches, headaches, or fever. Not everyone develops symptoms.Related ArticlesHealth | Fraudsters are duping homeless people into signing up for ACA plans they can’t afford Health | Psychedelics conference to bring thousands of experts and enthusiasts to Denver Health | Most Colorado Option health insura...

Denver officer investigated for slamming man to street during fight after Nuggets’ NBA Finals victory

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:56:32 GMT

A uniformed Denver police officer caught on video tackling a man outside a bar during a fracas after the mass shooting following the Nuggets’ NBA Finals victory was working off-duty and has been removed from patrol duties, police confirmed Friday.And Denver Police Department officials said they have launched an internal investigation of this incident.The video shows Officer Adam Glasby slamming Elijah Smith, a 26-year-old father of four from Roseville, Calif., to the pavement, according to Denver attorney Mark Bryant, who is representing Smith.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Former Loveland officer who struck handcuffed woman is charged with misdemeanor assault Crime and Public Safety | Family of 14-year-old killed by Aurora police to hold public memorial, procession Crime and Public Safety | Aurora Police Department reforms are a “paper change” so far, but leaders say substantial payoff will come Crime and ...