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'Drought alert' declared in Missouri, some relief possibly on way for St. Louis

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:51 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - Missouri Gov. Mike Parson signed an executive order declaring a "drought alert" in the state late Wednesday, enabling resources after an abnormally dry stretch of weather. According to the National Weather Service, much of Missouri is dealing with some drought concerns heading into June. Several counties in the St. Louis region are in a moderate drought stage with a D1 rating from NWS. That means there could be some damages to crops and pastures, along with a high risk for fires and possible water shortages. Victim in fatal St. Louis Kitchen shooting identified As of Wednesday, parts of mid-Missouri are in an extreme drought stage with a D3 rating from NWS. That means many of these counties have already experienced major crop and pasture losses, and the risks for fire danger and water shortages could be a bit more heightened. The drought alerts follow a notably dry May not just for St. Louis, but much of Missouri and the Midwest. Around 1.6 inches of rain fe...

How to score a year of free tacos at a new Ballpark Village taco joint

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Condado Tacos, an Ohio-based taco joint, is set to open a new location in Ballpark Village later this month, and there's an extra incentive for some lucky customers. Condado Tacos will open its first St. Louis restaurant at Ballpark Village on June 15. On that day, the first 100 customers will win one free taco every week for one whole year. The offer comes as part of a special the chain deems as a "Year of Yum." The first 100 customers in line will receive a voucher that allows them to get one free taco a year for each of the next 52 weeks. Victim in fatal St. Louis Kitchen shooting identified If you're unable to win the free tacos for a year, you could still get a free taco around the grand opening. Every customer who visits on June 15 will receive a free taco with a purchase. And adults of legal age can but margaritas for a discounted rate of $5. Doors open around 11 a.m. and there will also be a confetti celebration just before. Condado Tacos will take over a 5,00...

'Night Market' in Alton, Illinois, taking place every Thursday now through July 27

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:51 GMT

ALTON Ill. - Alton locals can enjoy artwork, live outdoor music, as well as vintage thrift items at the weekly 'Night Market.'The big nights will take place inside the Jacoby Arts Center and outdoors in the neighboring park at 627 East Broadway from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. It's free to attend, pet-friendly, and vendors are encouraged to join as it's only $10 to set up a booth. 2023 Band ScheduleJune 1 – Spillie NelsonJune 8 – Ahna SchoenhoffJune 15 – The IntrusionJune 22 – Loftys CometJune 29 – Bring Me The FiresJuly 6 – Toxic JohnnyJuly 13 – HOOKiEJuly 20 – Jazz TroubadoursJuly 27 – Crystal Lady

Arvada police in 3-hour standoff with armed person in parked stolen car

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:51 GMT

Arvada police have been attempting to negotiate with an armed person in a parked stolen car for over three hours.The Jefferson County Regional SWAT team is on scene. The suspect is in a stolen vehicle and armed with a gun. The suspect is refusing to comply as officers attempt to negotiate. This incident was reported at 6:23 am.— Arvada Police (@ArvadaPolice) June 1, 2023The car is parked near 54th Avenue and Cody Street, and residents in the area are asked to shelter in place, the Arvada Police Department said in a tweet.The incident was first reported at 6:23 a.m.Jefferson County Regional SWAT is at the scene.Police said the man is refusing to cooperate.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Eastbound I-70 closed near Golden “through the morning” due to crash Crime and Public Safety | Three men sentenced in Denver to prison for crime spree and shooting death Crime and Public Safety | Man sentenced to 45 years in priso...

How to eat and drink your way through the NBA Finals in Denver

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:51 GMT

Football has wings and nachos. Baseball has hotdogs and Cracker Jacks. But basketball? It’s not really associated with any particular food. Not only that, but the Denver Nuggets have never been to an NBA Championship, so Colorado doesn’t really have any game-watching traditions.To help, we’ve come up with a few suggestions for what to eat at home if you are having a watch party — and what to have on the road if you’re planning to hit a restaurant or bar for the games. By the way, the first game is at 6:30 p.m. today, June 1. See the rest of the schedule here.At homeBlue and yellow tortilla chipsCelebrating at home? At a minimum, you’re going to need chicken nuggets and some Nuggets-themed blue and yellow tortilla chips. Both chip colors can be found at any grocery store, but if you want to get into the hyper-local Denver spirit, pick some up at Pochito’s Tortilla Factory, 4431 Tejon St., which made some special edition Denver Nuggets chips. ...

WATCH: President Biden delivers commencement speech at Air Force Academy graduation

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:51 GMT

President Joe Biden will deliver the commencement address Thursday morning to the nearly 1,000 graduating cadets from the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs.He is the ninth sitting president to deliver the commencement address to the academy since its first graduating class in 1959. It will be Biden’s third time addressing the next generation of military officers to come from the Air Force Academy. He gave two commencement speeches there as vice president.You can watch the ceremony when it begins via this livestream from Youtube:This time, Biden’s speech comes as the future of the U.S. Space Force headquarters hangs in the air. On Wednesday, as Biden headed to Colorado Springs, the Air Force announced it would permanently base four more Space Force missions there. More than 20 of the military’s space missions are now based in Colorado Springs, according to the Associated Press.The U.S. Space Force and Air Force are separate branches of the military, but both are...

Ways to make strawberries even tastier

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:51 GMT

By Melissa Clark, The New York TimesLast winter was a terrible time to be a strawberry in California — and maybe an even worse time to be a strawberry farmer.At Harry’s Berries in Oxnard, California, the rain came down so hard it flattened acres of strawberry beds “like pancakes,” said operations manager Kristopher Gean, whose grandfather Harry Iwamoto started the farm more than 50 years ago. Each bed had to be dug up by hand, costing the farm more than $100,000 in labor.Even then, the berries that survived to make it to market were bloated, insipid and expensive. “Everyone on Instagram was complaining: ‘These berries don’t taste that good,’” Gean said. “And they were right.”From January to March, bad weather and bland berries were the rule for farmers across California, who grow about 85% of the commercial strawberries in the United States. And the devastated crops, with their low yields, astronomically drove up prices for any berries you could find.Things have finally turned...

Chatsworth residents fear becoming a new 'Skid Row'

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:51 GMT

A homeless encampment in Chatsworth has drawn the ire of residents and business owners, with some claiming the Metrolink station in the area is becoming a new Skid Row.Posts on social media show a sign reading "Chatsworth Skid Row" and encouraging the public to contact Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath. The outrage comes just weeks after a man was struck in the face with a machete in what appears to have been a random attack at the station.Horvath has previously stated that homelessness is her district's "No. 1 issue" and she is working to increase access to mental health and homeless services.A homeless encampment near the Chatsworth Metrolink station, shown on June 1, 2023, has riled residents. (KTLA)A homeless encampment near the Chatsworth Metrolink station, shown on June 1, 2023, has riled residents. (KTLA)A homeless encampment near the Chatsworth Metrolink station, shown on June 1, 2023, has riled residents. (KTLA)A homeless encampment near the Chatsworth Metrolink...

Pride flags vandalized, stolen from bridge in Los Feliz

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:51 GMT

Another Pride flag was vandalized after being placed on the "Shakespeare Bridge" in Los Feliz this week.Residents say the flag was torn sometime late Wednesday night and believe it is the third time vandals have struck the bridge. The flags started being placed on the bridge last week in honor of Pride month but most were ripped down within hours.On Monday, more flags were damaged and stolen. Wednesday night's discovery of another flag being vandalized is believed to be the third incident.The bridge is known for being decorated with numerous flags, including an American flag and a Juneteenth flag, but only the Pride flags have been torn down and stolen so far.Residents said security equipment captured images of one of the cars involved in the vandalism but no arrests have been made.

Xitox Foot Pads Reviews HOLD! Read My Experience and Complaints!

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:51 GMT

Xitox Foot Pads – toxin cleansing pads – Herbal pads – Simple Promise company – safe Foot stickers – 365-day money-back guaranteed. The foot is the second heart which recirculates the blood from the bottom to the top of the body. Unfortunately, this truth is not known so far by most of them. Having a healthy body is vital, and maintaining the same from head to toe is essential. When your secondary heart is unhealthy, it might cause leg pain, muscle cramps, and improper sleep. Hence, researchers prove that a healthy second heart helps one to thrive in an active lifestyle, and experts formulate a revolutionary solution called “Xitox Foot Pads” to make it possible. It is also called SEA SUGAR DETOX.Xitox Foot Pads Review:Product NameXitox Deep Cleansing Foot PadsPurposeRemove ToxinsManufacturerSimple Promise CompanyMain IngredientsSea sugar, Tourmaline, Wood vinegar, Bamboo vinegar, Mint powder, Loquat leaf, Chitosan, and Houttuynia Cordata thunb.Usage MethodSticky Foot PadsHow to use?...