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St. Paul’s Park Square Theatre announces new executive artistic director and plans to mount season next year

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:28:33 GMT

St. Paul’s Park Square Theatre announced Monday the hire of new executive artistic director Stephen DiMenna and plans to reopen its doors for the 2024-25 season.“Stephen brings to Park Square Theatre a wealth of expertise over the last three decades,” said board president Mark Howlett in a news release. “After a time of strategic assessment by our organization, we are now in a place to execute our proactive vision, and Stephen is the right person to lead us going forward.”Park Square canceled five of its planned shows this year, citing the pandemic and slow ticket sales. The company’s sole 2023 play was “The Revolutionists,” a co-production with PRIME Productions that ran in April.DiMenna has theater experience in both the Twin Cities and New York City and currently teaches acting for musical theater at the University of Minnesota. He was associate artistic director of St. Paul’s History Theatre from 1989 to 1995 and has directed productions for numerous local thea...

Albany police chief finalist for Michigan job

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:28:33 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The police chief of the Albany Police Department is exploring a new job. Chief Eric Hawkins is a finalist for a top police job in Ann Arbor, Michigan.In a brief statement to NEWS10, he said: “I remain engaged with and committed to the Albany community. Exploring this opportunity will not detract from that.” Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan noted the word Chief Hawkins has done in reducing crime and improving public safety, saying, "Chief Hawkins has done a tremendous job reducing violent crime, improving public safety, and furthering our commitment to community policing.“As I’ve said before, I know I have the best team in the business. It’s not a surprise that a member of Albany’s leadership team is being pursued by another agency. I do hope, however, that Chief Hawkins continues to serve the people of our City and that we can continue to rely on his expertise, compassion and c...

2 adults, 1 juvenile in custody for Hazelwood hotel murder

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:28:33 GMT

HAZELWOOD, Mo. – An argument led to a deadly double shooting over the weekend at a Hazelwood hotel. Three people, two adults and a juvenile, are in custody for murder.The shooting happened just after 10:45 p.m. Saturday at the InTown Suites Extended Stay, located in the 9000 block of Dunn Road, according to the Hazelwood Police Department.Officers found Victor Fooks, the hotel manager, on a hallway floor inside the hotel with a gunshot wound to his leg. He later died from his injuries. Fooks was 52.Investigators determined Fooks and a hotel employee asked two people, Jaylin Mcelroy and Marshaun Brinkley, to leave the property after an altercation in one of the rooms.Fooks and the other employee were in the parking lot to make sure the men left. Police claim as Fooks walked the pair outside, there was an altercation, and Mcelroy and an unnamed juvenile pulled out guns and began shooting. Bi-State may run Loop Trolley one year longer than planned Hotel guests said they heard the gun...

100+ best Cyber Monday deals of 2023

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:28:33 GMT

Everything we know about Cyber Monday 2023 The Cyber Monday sales event is an excellent time of year to score incredible savings, and to get you started, the BestReviews team has curated a list of the hottest items on sale now. Among the best deals are some of our top picks that we’ve run through the BestReviews Testing Lab, such as the Hisense 65-inch Class U8 Series Smart TV and Bissell Little Green Carpet Cleaner. We'll be consistently updating this page, so keep checking here to get the best Cyber Monday deals. Last updated on Nov. 27, 2023, at 6:00 a.m. PT. Save big on popular brands. We’ve found top money-saving deals that you’ll want to cash in on. Editors’ Best Deals of the Day Apple iPad (9th Generation) 17% OFF + $19.01 OFF COUPON This is the top-sold iPad on Amazon right now, and it's 21% off for Cyber Monday, taking the price from $479 to $379.99. Buy Now National Geographic Magic Advent Calendar ...

30-foot Christmas tree arrives at Missouri Governor's Mansion

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:28:33 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - It's beginning to look a lot like the holidays in Missouri's capital city, after a crane moved a 30-foot tree into the governor's mansion.For 30 years, the Missouri Department of Conservation has been asking Missourians to donate evergreen trees between 30 and 40 feet tall to be decorated on the lawn of the Missouri Governor's Mansion. The Richardson family said they were happy to donate their Norway spruce because the tree was at the end of its lifespan due to recent droughts."We thought what a perfect way for it to go out," Sherry Richardson said. "I'm still in awe. I can't believe they picked my tree."High in the sky On Monday morning, a Christmas tree was flying through the air in Jefferson City."It always amazes me that they can lift it up by crane over onto the lawn," Missouri Department of Conservation Natural Resources Communication Specialist Jolly Dentner said. "Just the logistics involved in it are always impressive."Sherry and her husband donated th...

Upon Further Review: Broncos’ defensive line steps up in big way against Browns

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:28:33 GMT

In trench warfare against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday afternoon, the Broncos’ defensive line had the advantage.The Broncos were well ahead, holding a 27-12 lead late in the fourth quarter, but defensive end Zach Allen wanted to add one more exclamation point. With the Browns facing a third-and-10 at their 5-yard line, Allen bulldozed past two offensive linemen before teaming up with outside linebacker Nik Bonitto to sack quarterback P.J. Walker in the end zone for a safety.Heading into the season, Denver’s defensive line was one of the biggest question marks on the team. In the Broncos’ 29-12 win over the Browns, the unit stepped up, producing two of the team’s three takeaways while repeatedly disrupting Cleveland’s solid offensive line.“It’s hard to have success if your guys up front on both sides of the ball — the trenches as we like to say — are not at least neutralizing or playing up to the level of your opponent,” head coach Sean Payton said. “I think we’ve...

Former Pueblo officer shocked unarmed woman complying with officers, lawsuit alleges

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:28:33 GMT

A former Pueblo police officer who admitted to having anger issues and inadequate Taser training was not disciplined or fired after an internal investigation found he may have used excessive force, according to a federal lawsuit filed this week.The lawsuit filed by 39-year-old Pueblo resident Cristy Gonzales alleges former Officer Bennie Villanueva shocker her with a Taser in her back while she was getting on the ground and complying with police orders during an arrest. Gonzales still experiences numbness and difficulty using her right hand as a result.The lawsuit also alleges Pueblo Police Chief Chris Noeller did not train Villanueva or discipline him after an investigation by the department found he may have improperly used a Taser against suspects on at least two occasions, including Gonzales’ arrest.Gonzales and her attorneys are seeking monetary relief for the physical and mental damages, reimbursement for her medical and legal costs, to revoke Villanueva’s state po...

Stephen Colbert cancels 'Late Show' this week due to ruptured appendix

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:28:33 GMT

“The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” will be off the airwaves this week as Colbert recovers from surgery following a ruptured appendix.The host took to Threads to share the news Monday.“Sorry to say that I have to cancel our shows this week. I’m sure you’re thinking, 'Turkey overdose, Steve? Gravy boat capsize?' Actually, I’m recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix,” the post said.“I’m grateful to my doctors for their care and to Evie and the kids for putting up with me. Going forward, all emails to my appendix will be handled by my pancreas.” Tiffany Haddish speaks out after recent DUI arrest Older episodes of the show will air during Colbert’s absence, a CBS spokesperson told the Los Angeles Times. Previously scheduled guests Barbra Streisand, Jennifer Garner, Patrick Stewart, Baz Luhrmann and Jon Batiste were slated to appear on the late-night talk show this week.Colbert previously canceled the show due to other health complications before, like in 2022, when he took ti...

You can still find homes well below $500K in these California counties

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:28:33 GMT

Yes, California is expensive. And yes, home prices are one of the main reasons why.But for every multi-million-dollar home in affluent coastal communities like San Francisco, San Diego, Orange County or the Central Coast, you'll find thousands that are more affordable elsewhere in the state.  Of California's 58 counties, 11 have median single-family home prices above $1 million, according to the latest sales data from the California Association of Realtors. Twenty-five counties, however, still have median home prices under $500,000 and, in some cases, well below that. Home prices starting to fall in parts of Southern California The far northern part of the state has the most affordable homes with a median price of $376,000, based on sales from October. Within that region, picturesque but remote Lassen County is the cheapest ($247,500) followed by equally stunning Siskiyou County ($295,000).In both of those counties, home prices are down year-over-year.Del Norte County, which ...

This major California city is poised to ban single-use plastics

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:28:33 GMT

Irvine could become the latest California city to ban single-use plastics, including water bottles, bags, straws and even mylar balloons.The Irvine City Council is set to hold public comment and vote on the proposed ordinance Tuesday night.The ban, which would take effect next year, is similar to those already enacted by dozens of California cities and counties and follows a state law requiring non-compostable, single-use items be reduced substantially over the coming years.Irvine’s ordinance would “expressly ban the use of expanded polystyrene and plastic containers” used in food service and retail. This would cover non-reusable bags, take-out containers and utensils. It would also prohibit the sale of mylar and latex balloons. Paper or plastic? Major change will affect all online Walmart orders Waivers could be issued only if businesses can prove “no product equivalent in function to the banned product exists,” the proposed ordinance states.The movement to ban single-use plastic...