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CDPH spraying Beverly, Washington Heights to protect against West Nile virus

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:59:42 GMT

CHICAGO — Portions of Beverly and Washington Heights will be sprayed Wednesday night to protect against West Nile virus.According to Ald. Matt O'Shea, the spraying is based on results from CDPH's citywide mosquito surveillance program.“While spraying adult mosquitoes is important to protect Chicagoans, the best way to prevent West Nile virus infections is to protect against mosquito bites,” said Dr. Janna Kerins, a medical director at CDPH. Map of the spray zone This is the first spraying to occur in the city this season.The spraying will begin at dusk Wednesday, weather permitting, and continue through the night until approximately 1:00 a.m.The material being used to control the adult mosquitoes, Zenivex, is approved for use by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and has been widely applied to control mosquitoes in outdoor residential and recreational areas, O'Shea said. West Nile found in Kane County mosquitos CDPH staff will be leaving door hangers in the affected areas ...

2 American tourists got 'stuck' in Eiffel Tower overnight while drunk, Paris prosecutors say

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:59:42 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – The opening of the Eiffel Tower was delayed on Monday morning after guards found two American tourists had spent the night in a restricted area of the Parisian landmark, the Agence France-Presse reported.Prosecutors who spoke with the new agency said the men "appear to have got stuck because of how drunk they were.”Tourists and Parisians are photographed in front of the Eiffel Tower on August 9, 2023. (Photo by Miguel Medina/AFP via Getty Images)Police confirmed the men had purchased tickets to visit the tower on Sunday night, but deliberately entered a secured area while descending from the top. They then became stuck between the second and third levels, the AFP reported. (The Eiffel Tower has three levels open to the public, according to its official site.) Tourist who carved into Colosseum wall offers apology, curious excuse Firefighters and specialists were called in to remove the men from their position in the tower, the AFP reported.Despite acknowledging that the...

Interim executive director named for beleaguered Zephyr Theatre

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:59:42 GMT

The interim executive director of The Zephyr Theatre is a teacher, pastor and consultant who has been an active patron and past volunteer at the theater.Zephyr officials announced Monday night that Jim Weckwerth has been tapped to fill the role. Weckwerth, who lives in Stillwater, is a former interim pastor specialist for Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and serves as a consultant with The Joshua Group, where he helps congregations “navigate through a changing world in ways that lead to learning and growth,” according to the group’s website.Jim Weckwerth has been named interim executive director of The Zephyr Theatre in downtown Stillwater. (Courtesy of The Zephyr Theatre)Zephyr Board Chairwoman Nicole Bartelt said the decision to hire Weckwerth is part of the board of trustees’ plan to find a permanent successor after the resignation last fall of former executive director Calyssa Hall. The future of the theater was in question after Hall’s resignation. Most of the...

Seven candidates file for four seats on St. Paul school board

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:59:42 GMT

The St. Paul school board will have at least two new members next year as only two incumbents filed for re-election by Tuesday’s deadline.Jessica Kopp is not seeking a second four-year term, and Jeanelle Foster is leaving, too, after six years on the board.Zuki Ellis joined the race Tuesday in search of a third term on the board, and Chauntyll Allen is seeking a second term.Ellis and Allen face five challengers for the four at-large positions: Carlo Franco, Abdi S. Omer, Erica Valliant, Gita Rijal Zeitler and Yusef Carrillo, who served for several months in 2021 after another board member quit.The St. Paul DFL in June endorsed Allen, Carrillo, Franco and Valliant.Candidates have until Thursday afternoon to withdraw from the Nov. 7 election.Related ArticlesEducation | Visitation School to mark 150th anniversary with events Friday-Sunday Education | Back to school DIY: Personalize your child’s gear with this popular crafter’s glue Education | ...

East Greenbush Police warn of unlocked car thefts

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:59:42 GMT

EAST GREENBUSH, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The East Greenbush Police Department is investigating a recent string of overnight thefts from unlocked motor vehicles. Residents are reminded to always lock their car doors before going to bed. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Anyone with home surveillance that can assist police investigations is asked to call (518) 479-2525. For emergencies, call 911 or (518) 479-1212.

Free Great Escape day for Lake George area workers

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:59:42 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - For a second year, Warren County is giving its seasonal workforce a chance to enjoy a night of summer fun free of worries. The county's Summer Workforce Celebration is taking to the park, rides, and games of Six Flags Great Escape again this September. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Hospitality, retail, and tourism staff involved in the Lake George region's summer season get free access to The Great Escape from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 12. The county started the event last year, welcoming over 200 members of the local summer workforce to the park to thank them for keeping things running through the Lake George area's busiest season.“We’re looking forward to celebrating our tourism workforce who choose to work in our county for all the right reasons," said Warren County Workforce Development Director Liza Ochsendorf. "They are the backbone of our economy and we hope they stay here. E...

Jamie Rivers named new lead analyst for Blues broadcasts

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:59:42 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Jamie Rivers, after several years of working on the St. Louis Blues pregame and postgame broadcast crew, is set for a larger role this upcoming season. Rivers has been named the new lead analyst for St. Louis Blues broadcasts on Bally Sports Midwest. He will take over a role championed by Darren Pang for 14 seasons before his recent departure to the Chicago Blackhawks broadcast team. ‘Thank you for everything’ : Panger pens fond farewell to St. Louis "Very honored for this opportunity!," said Rivers via Twitter, quoting a St. Louis Post-Dispatch story in which he announced, "I'm not going to try to be Darren Pang." Rivers has worked in various roles with Bally Sports Midwest for nearly a decade. He has some familiarity with the new responsibilities, having worked as sideline analyst for 12 games last year and also with various broadcast experience with the Mid-States High School Championship Games. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in...

More Illinois kids head back to school today

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:59:42 GMT

EAST ALTON, Ill. - It is a big back to school day Wednesday morning for many Illinois school districts in the area. We spent the morning in the East Alton School District, where there was excitement in the air for the first day back at school.East Alton is a smaller district with only an early childhood center, Eastwood Elementary School, and East Alton Middle School. However, there were still plenty of smiles as the kids headed back to class. The district is home to about 750 kids from pre-kindergarten through the 8th grade.Crews did some infrastructure work over the summer on the inside of the buildings in the district. The district also got a new playground. Multiple people quit within hours at Jennings City Hall FOX 2 spoke earlier with Katelynne Jones, who is starting her first year as a 3rd grade teacher, and Craig McCann, who is going into the 7th grade. Here is some of what Craig and Katelynne shared."Oh, I had enough summer for sure," Craig revealed. "I hung out with my f...

19-year-old claims he owns a stolen car as it is getting towed

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:59:42 GMT

UNIVERSITY CITY, Mo. -- An officer found a 2016 Nissan Altima that had been reported stolen on July 11, 2023. The vehicle was parked in University City and the officer called a tow truck to pick it up.As the driver of the tow truck was getting ready to take the car away, 19-year-old Lamonte Davis walked up to him and said that he owned the car. Davis had a key fob for the Nissan, two other key fobs, and a handgun in a bag he was carrying.Davis has been officially charged with felony tampering with a motor vehicle. If Davis is found guilty, he could be sent to jail, pay a fine, or face other legal implications. The court has set the bond for Davis at $25,000.

Jefferson County Sheriff deputies searching for missing endangered woman in red Mercedes

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:59:42 GMT

Jefferson County Sheriff‘s deputies have issued a “missing endangered adult” alert as they search for a 19-year-old woman who left metro Denver in a red Mercedes.The woman identified as Kallie Ridley, “considered endangered for developmental reasons,” went missing between 3:30 p.m. and  5:30 p.m. Tuesday from the 25900 block of Genesee Trail Road, sheriff officials said in a 9:25 p.m. posting on X, the social media site formerly called Twitter.Ridley is described as standing 5’ 6″, weighing 210 pounds, with black hair and blue eyes, officials said. She was wearing an orange shirt, blue jeans with holes, and black shoes. The Mercedes ML320 license plate is BZV 263.She may be in the Fairplay area and traveling south, officials said, asking that anybody with information call 303-271-0211 or local police.Missing Endangered Adult: Kallie Ridley, 19, went missing betw 3:30 – 5:30 pm this afternoon from the 25900 blk of Genesee Trail Rd. She ...