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President Biden celebrates 81st birthday pardoning Thanksgiving turkeys

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:52 GMT

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – President Joe Biden participated in the annual tradition of The National Thanksgiving Turkey Pardon on his 81st birthday at the White House Monday. The President kicked off the unofficial start to the holiday season during an event on the South Lawn where he pardoned two turkeys, named Liberty and Bell.The 42-pound male turkeys are named for the famous Liberty Bell in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They were hatched and bred in Willmar, Minnesota, by the Jennie-O turkey company.  “Now just to get here Liberty and Bell had to beat some tough odds, the competition. They had to work hard to show patience and be willing to travel over 1,000 miles,” said President Biden.Liberty and Bell checked into a suite at the Willard Intercontinental on Saturday, after making the journey from Minnesota to Washington, D.C. Now that the two turkeys have been pardoned, they will return to their home state to be cared for by the University of Minnesota’s College of Food, Agricul...

Glendale Heights officer kills wife in apparent murder-suicide

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:52 GMT

HOMER GLEN, Ill. — Authorities believe a suburban police officer shot and killed his wife in Homer Glen Sunday before turning the gun on himself.Officers responded to the 13600 block of Shannon Drive on the report of shots fired just after 5:45 p.m.A 911 caller stated she heard arguing which was followed by the sound of gunshots.At the scene, a man and a woman were found dead in the kitchen. The man was later identified as Glendale Heights police officer Michael Huff. Authorities believe Huff killed his wife and then himself.His wife, Jacquelyn "Jackie" Huff, was a village employee for Homer Glen."With extreme sadness, the Village of Homer Glen shares the loss of employee and friend, Jacquelyn Huff, in an isolated incident on Sunday," the village said. "This is all the information available at this time. Please keep her family and friends in your thoughts and prayers. Out of respect to Jacquelyn, Village Offices will be closed today, November 20th and will resume regular business ho...

Texas businesses say abortion ban costs state nearly $15 billion a year

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:52 GMT

AUSTIN (Nexstar) -- 40 Texas companies and business leaders are entering the fight against Texas' abortion ban, filing a brief with the Texas Supreme Court that argues the "ambiguity" in the laws medical exceptions cost the state an estimated $14.5 billion in lost revenue every year.Austin-based dating app giant Bumble is leading the effort, submitting an amicus brief ahead of the high court's arguments in Zurwaski v. Texas. Lead plaintiff Amanda Zurwaski is challenging the state's abortion ban after she nearly died of sepsis due to a pregnancy complication. She says the Texas abortion ban's vague medical exceptions prevented her doctor from providing a medically necessary abortion until she had nearly died. Austin woman trying for baby says Texas abortion law nearly caused her death "We feel it’s our duty not just to provide our workforce with access to reproductive health care, but to speak out – and speak loudly – against the retrogression of women’s rights,” Bumble founder and...

Meeting set on Rockwell Falls Library reopening

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:52 GMT

LAKE LUZERNE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Rockwell Falls Public Library will host a meeting this week to share information on what's kept the library doors closed - as well as what it will take to get them open again. The library board will be sharing information on Tuesday, Nov. 21. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The meeting starts at 6 p.m. and will be recorded and shared on the library website. The event will go over a working plan to reopen the library, which closed in September. That closure was spurred by the departure of library director Courtney Kier, as well as two-thirds of its total staff.The little library found a spotlight earlier this year, when Kier came under community fire for a planned drag storytime event. Shortly before September's closure, the library passed a resolution against banning books. ‘Blessing Box’ helping the homeless in Glens Falls The meeting will be held at the library, 19 Main St. in Lake Luzerne. Tho...

Winter Bazaar returns to Thacher Park

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:52 GMT

VOORHEESVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Thacher State Park announced they will be hosting the return of their annual Winter Bazaar. The event will be held on December 2 and 3. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The bazaar will feature dozens of community artisans, including woodworkers, painters, bakers and weavers. While perusing all the local goods, attendees will be able to enjoy live music, bonfires, hot chocolate and made-to-order lunches offered by Altamont's Main Street Café. The event is expanding this year and will be held in both the Thacher Visitor Center and the Thacher Nature Center. The bazaar will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Holiday Merchant Market coming to Averill Park The Visitor Center and Nature Center are located at 830 Thacher Park Road and 87 Nature Center Way respectively. The Winter Bazaar is free to attend and open to the public.

Where to cut-your-own Christmas tree in the Capital Region

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:52 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The holiday season is ramping up with Thanksgiving just around the corner. If you celebrate Christmas, you may be looking for a place to cut down your own tree. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Many Christmas tree farms open after Thanksgiving on Black Friday. Here is where you can cut down or buy a pre-cut Christmas tree around the Capital Region.Bob's Trees, 1227 West Galway Road in HagamanBob's Trees has pre-cut trees, cut-your-own trees, a gift shop, reindeer, a cafe, and a visit from Santa in weekends. The tree farm is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day until Christmas.Ellms Family Farm, 448 Charlton Road in Ballston SpaEllms Family Farm opens for the 2023 tree season on November 24. The farm offers cut-your-own and pre-cut trees, as well as wreaths. Santa also makes an appearance on weekends.Ellms Family Farm will be open Monday and Friday from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10...

Business roundtable convening at SUNY Adirondack

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:52 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Budding entrepreneurs and businessfolk are called to SUNY Adirondack this week for a roundtable on what it means to find success in or around the Glens Falls area. The college's StartUp ADK roundtable convenes on Wednesday, Nov. 29. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! From 6 to 8 p.m., visitors can attend the event at the college's Northwest Bay Conference Center. The conference is a production of StartUp ADK, a 16-hour program held twice per year at the college. The program connects business-inclined students with local professionals, to get a better sense of what kind of foundation their own future efforts may be able to find.“We are excited about hosting this event, which brings together StartUp ADK participants with those who might be thinking of bringing their own business visions to life,” said StartUp ADK Director Robert Bullock. “Wherever someone is in their entrepreneurial journey, this evening ...

Daniel Descalso to join the Cardinals as a bench coach

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:52 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Former Cardinals infielder Daniel Descalso has been added to the team's coaching staff. He will serve as a bench coach in 2024. Joe McEwing, the team's 2023 bench coach, will now be John Mozeliak's special assistant.The Cardinals say that they expect to announce more 2024 coaching additions. The team may also be reuniting with Lance Lynn, the last active player from their 2011 World Series championship. St. Louis man tried to steal $1,200 of air fresheners from former seafood market Descalso, 37, began playing with the St. Louis Cardinals in 2010, contributing to their 2011 World Series win. He has also played for the Colorado Rockies, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Chicago Cubs, earning recognition for his defensive prowess and clutch performances.

Caraway’s stylish cookware sets and prep kits are 20% off now in time for Thanksgiving

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:52 GMT

BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details.Get affordable high-end cookware for Caraway this weekThanksgiving makes us reevaluate our cookware, and right now Caraway is offering 20% off for the holiday so you can get a set that will last.Caraway Cookware is one of the go-to brands for nontoxic ceramic-coated cookware. On top of their safe design, most Caraway sets have a stylish aesthetic. The popular brand has slashed prices on its cookware sets and prep kits during everyone’s favorite week of big sales.Shop this article: Caraway Ceramic Cookware Set, Caraway Prep and Boards Set, and Caraway Ready, Set, Prep Bundle Caraway cookware benefitsNontoxic ceramic coating: Studies by the National Institutes of Health have linked certain nonstick coatings, such as those made with perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), to cancer. Caraway says its cookware is free of...

Casa Bonita debuts new ski design for those who want to down more than just sopapillas

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:55:52 GMT

Casa Bonita super fans can now celebrate their love of downing sopapillas while shredding downhill this winter.Casa Bonita’s new limited-edition snowboard, made by Meier Skis, costs $995. (Provided by Casa Bonita)The restaurant recently partnered with Denver-based Meier Skis on a special edition ski and snowboard design. The graphic, created by local artist Matt Leunig, features a colorful picture of the famous pink palace and its fountain against some mountains. The words “Casa Bonita” are emblazoned in big letters, lest anyone question which local landmark you’re sporting.Leunig’s design is also available as a poster ($99.95-$119.95) at shop.casabonitadenver.com.Meier will make 500 units of the Casa Bonita design; skis are customized to order while the snowboard comes in Meier’s Outlaw all-mountain shape. A pair of skis costs $1,249 and a snowboard costs $995. Either one can be adapted into wall art for $849 and $649, respectively.Related ArticlesOutdoors | ...