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Florida flags fly half-staff in honor of Jimmy Buffett

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:15:36 GMT

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) - Flags are flying half-staff in Florida to honor the late musician and entrepreneur Jimmy Buffett. On Thursday, Gov. Ron DeSantis ordered flags to be flown half-staff after singer died Sept. 1 from a rare form of skin cancer. He was 76 years old. FILE - In this June 30, 2010, file photo, Jimmy Buffett performs at his sister's restaurant in Gulf Shores, Ala. Buffett, who popularized beach bum soft rock with the escapist Caribbean-flavored song “Margaritaville” and turned that celebration of loafing into an empire of restaurants, resorts and frozen concoctions, has died, Friday, Sept. 1, 2023. (AP Photo/Dave Martin, File)Born and raised on the Gulf coast, Buffett carved out a niche in popular music with hits like "Margaritaville" and "Cheeseburger in Paradise," combining elements of the country, rock and folk genres, with a tropical twist. He created an empire of restaurants, hotels, merchandise, timeshares and even cannabis products under the Margaritaville brand...

Former Bear makes an impact in NFL's 2023 opener

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:15:36 GMT

KANSAS CITY — A former member of the Bears had his moment in the spotlight in the first NFL game of the 2023 season. David Montgomery did so by doing what he did best for the first four years of his professional career in Chicago.The now Lions running back came up big for his team on what would end up being the game-winning drive against the Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium Thursday night.Montgomery converted a 3rd-and-1 around midfield to keep the Detroit march alive then scored the eventual game-winning touchdown from eight yards out a few minutes later. The Lions' defense made it stick in a surprising 21-20 win over the reigning Super Bowl champions to get out to a 1-0 start on the season. Signing a three-year, $18 million deal with Detroit in the offseason, Montgomery finished with 74 yards on 21 carries in his first game for the Lions. This comes after he played his first four seasons with the Bears, who selected him in the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft. In 60 games over four ye...

WATCH LIVE: Combative questioning to resume for whistleblower in day 4 of Paxton trial

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:15:36 GMT

AUSTIN (Nexstar) — The historic impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is underway as senators weigh 16 articles of impeachment that accuse Paxton of abuse of office, bribery and corruption. A comprehensive guide to Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial KXAN’s Monica Madden is following the proceedings from the Senate Chamber and will bring updates live on X, formerly known as Twitter.Good morning from the TX Senate, where day 3 of Ken Paxton's impeachment trial is underway. Starting where we left off yesterday, w/ testimony from a far top OAG deputy, Ryan Bangert, who reported Paxton to the FBI. #txlege Watch live/read updates here: https://t.co/GuLY2GOcMG— Monica Madden (blue check) (@themonicamadden) September 7, 2023 Day three of the trial picked back up a little after 9 a.m. on Thursday, starting with prosecutor's second key witness — Ryan Bangert, a former deputy first assistant attorney general who also reported Paxton to the FBI. ...

Austin ISD school bus involved in minor collision with students onboard

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:15:36 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Independent School District confirmed Friday that a district bus was involved in a minor collision in south Austin.District officials said the collision happened Friday morning while the bus was traveling east on Oltorf Street.AISD said a semi-truck clipped the left side mirror, but there was no damage.The bus had 10 students from Lively Middle School onboard at the time of the incident, according to AISD.The district said all students were checked and released by EMS.As of 8:56 a.m., the district said the bus was back on route, and Lively families were informed of what happened.

Fall bird migration in full swing

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:15:36 GMT

What to watch for in September – It’s Transition SeasonHere’s the Central Texas bird forecast for the month, courtesy of Travis Audubon. Learn more about Central Texas birds and bird-related events for all ages at travisaudubon.org or by calling 512-300-BIRD. Follow us at www.facebook.com/travisaudubonMigration is in full swing, and September brings the departure of several species that spent their summers in the US or Canada, and arrival of some wintering birds that may stay here or move further south. Let’s take a look at four species that are all distinctive and use different habitats.One Good TernBlack Terns can be seen occasionally in the Austin area from late July through the end of September. These broad-winged small terns have a large summer range. They nest semi-colonially on marshy ponds and wetlands across most of prairie Canada and the northern U.S. from Washington down to northern California extending east beyond the Great Lakes region. In fall migration these terns are...

Texas prepares to roll out info on new Chapter 403 tax breaks

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:15:36 GMT

AUSTIN (Austin Business Journal) -- The way site selector Joe Lacy sees it, Texas is back in the economic development game as of Sept. 1.When the clock struck midnight, it was the start of the rule-making process for the state's new school property tax abatement program, known as Chapter 403 for its place in the state code. It will fully go into effect Jan. 1 after the Texas Legislature this year passed House Bill 5 as a replacement for the Chapter 313 incentives that died at the end of 2022.Sept. 1 also marks the first day that companies considering the Lone Star State for major, capital-intensive projects encounter a friendlier outlook on their projected bottom line."When you're looking at a project and a project is considering Texas, when Chapter 313 went away and before HB 5 was approved, there was a significant impact to those projects on their financial analysis," said Lacy, who is managing director and partner at New Jersey-based Biggins Lacy Shapiro and Co. "That was having ...

Gopher football: P.J. Fleck reflects on best catches during his tenure

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:15:36 GMT

P.J. Fleck called it a “loaded” question.On the spot Monday, the Pioneer Press asked the Gophers football head coach to come up with what he viewed as the best catches since he came to Minnesota in 2017.Daniel Jackson’s toe-drag reception on the side of the end zone to help beat Nebraska in last week’s season opener has certainly joined this short list.For starters, the U’s banner 11-2 season in 2019 was loaded with highlight receptions: Rashod Bateman’s one-handed touchdown against South Dakota State; Chris Autman-Bell’s back-of-the-end-zone grab vs. Fresno State; Demetrius Douglas’s two catches to convert out of a third-and-30 hole vs. Georgia Southern; and Tyler Johnson’s one-handed snag in the Outback Bowl vs. Auburn.Which other catches stand out?“Bryce Witham against Auburn,” Fleck said. “The one-handed catch might be the best one.”It was fourth and one and Minnesota led 31-24 in the fourth quarter in Tampa, Fla. The Gophers had called timeout. Interim offensive coordinat...

Giant Pumpkinfest returning to Saratoga Springs

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:15:36 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Saratoga Giant Pumpkinfest is returning to downtown Saratoga Springs on Saturday, September 23. The family-friendly festival is free and will be held at the Saratoga Springs City Center parking garage from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Visitors can observe an array of giant pumpkins, including some weighing over 1,000 pounds. There will be an official weigh-off at 11 a.m. Competitors will look to win the coveted title of "Heaviest Pumpkin of the Year" in addition to other categories and prizes.“We’re excited to host this family-friendly event as a kick-off to Saratoga County’s fall season of promotions for local farms and our agricultural sector. The fact that we get to host this at the City Center so that families who attend can also support our local economy and the shops, stores, and restaurants located here is awesome,” said Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce president Todd...

Saint Rose hosting annual community service day

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:15:36 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The College of Saint Rose announced they will be hosting "Reach Out Saint Rose", their annual day of community service. The event will be held on September 9. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! After receiving their assignments, hundreds of Saint Rose students will spend the day assisting with a variety of projects across the Capital Region. Volunteers will take part in activities such as preparing meals, painting, picking vegetables and sorting recyclables. The participants efforts will help nearly 50 local service agencies, including the Boys and Girls Club, the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society and the Regional Food Bank Farm. The event will run from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Things to do in the Capital Region this weekend: September 8-10 “Our College draws from a long history of our founders, the Sisters of Saint Joseph, who, from their beginnings, went out into the world around them and sought out how they might b...

Annual 5K back in action along Lake George

Published Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:15:36 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - This month, it's time for an amazing race along the shores of Lake George. The ADK 5K returns to the lake for its seventh year on Saturday, Sept. 16. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! As of Friday morning, fewer than 50 spots remain for registration for this year's race, which runs along the lake at two different points. The path starts from Adirondack Pub & Brewery on Canada Street and runs through Battlefield Park as it visits and leaves the lake. Everyone who finishes the run will get a pilsner glass and a custom pendant from the brewery.“We love this race because there is no other race in the world that has a more beautiful view coming out of the gates," said Carl Ewald, Executive Director of Great American Brewery Runs. "Lake George is the perfect backdrop for the race and for the finish line festival. There is no better way to end a run than with live music on the Adirondack Brewery lawn and enjoying...