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MN Legislature picks four new University of Minnesota regents, including West St. Paul council member

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:01:29 GMT

Minnesota lawmakers on Monday night elected four new members to the University of Minnesota system’s governing board, a body that sets policies and tuition at five campuses.Newly elected members of the UMN Board of Regents include a nurse union leader, a former health care company CEO and Robyn Gulley, a West St. Paul city council member who works with the AFL-CIO.Interim board member Tadd Johnson, a former University of Minnesota Duluth graduate studies director, was elected to a full term. Johnson is the first Native American regent.The Board of Regents controls policy, curriculum, tuition and fees for the University of Minnesota’s campuses in Crookston, Duluth, Morris, Rochester and the Twin Cities. It also manages all university lands. Each odd-numbered year, all 201 members of the state House and Senate come together to elect one-third of the 12-member board to a six-year unpaid term. One member comes from each of the state’s eight congressional districts and four represent the...

Seasonal-centric job fair coming to Glens Falls

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:01:29 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The Glens Falls and Lake George region are looking to fill out the ranks at employers who need seasonal workers this summer. A job fair exclusively for seasonal jobs is set for next week at the Salvation Army. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On Thursday, May 18, the Salvation Army of Glens Falls will host a job fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 37 Broad St. The fair is planned to include jobs in the hospitality, tourism, recreation, construction and landscaping industries. The fair has been planned in cooperation with the Warren County Department of Workforce Development and the New York State Department of Labor.“The Salvation Army is happy to host this seasonal job fair in partnership with Warren County Career Center," said Glens Falls Salvation Army Administrator Major Leo Lloyd. "We hope it is beneficial for job seekers.” Open house set for Glens Falls buses and trolleys Employers interested ...

Ballston Spa to display school art during May First Friday event

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:01:29 GMT

BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association (BSBPA) is holding its May First Friday event titled "School Art in the Community." Art from students in the Ballston Spa Central School District will be displayed around downtown on May 5 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Artwork by students from pre-K to high school will be at participating businesses. The Malta Ave Odyssey of the Mind team will also be holding an ice cream fundraiser in Wiswall Park, with all proceeds going towards their trip to World Finals.“We are thrilled to showcase the creativity and talent of our local students through this event,” said BSBPA President Christine Kernochan. “It’s a great way to celebrate our community and support our local schools.” Little Caesars coming to Market Street in Amsterdam Participating businessesNightWork Bread, 3 Science Street. Featuring the artwork of Ms. Hargad...

Narcan training announced for entertainment venue staff

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:01:29 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On May 2, all entertainment venue staff can receive free Narcan training at the Palace Theater at 19 Clinton Avenue. The training was made possible by the Albany County Sheriff's Office, Palace Theater, and the Albany Medical Center. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Participants will learn how to administer Narcan and prevent or counter opioid overdoses. Training will begin at 6:30 p.m. Narcan will be available upon request for attendees to bring back to their places of employment. To RSVP, contact [email protected].

Report: What are the funniest states in the country?

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:01:29 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- They say comedy is subjective, but according to a new report, it turns out New York seems to have it figured out. According to Shiny Smile Veneers, New York ranks as the second funniest state in the nation, with a total score of 93 out of 100, only trailing Massachusetts as the funniest. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Shiny Smile found the top 10 states who are most likely to get a laugh as follows.Massachusetts (95/100)New York (93/100)Illinois (83/100)Alaska (76/100)Ohio (76/100)Indiana (74/100)Rhode Island (73/100)Vermont (73/100)California (72/100)New Jersey (71/100) Garbage truck crash in Troy temporarily shuts down multiple roads As for the least funny states, Shiny Smile found the following shouldn't quit their day job.North Dakota (5/100)Wyoming (7/100)Arkansas (22/100)Alabama (22/100)New Hampshire (23/100)Maine (23/100)Mississippi (24/100)Idaho (28/100)Delaware (28/100)Florida (32/100)O...

Skeeter Creek to headline Food, Art and Music Festival

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:01:29 GMT

GLOVERSVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On June 3, the Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts is hosting its inaugural Food, Art, and Music Festival, headlined by Skeeter Creek. The festival runs from 1 to 7 p.m. with indoor and outdoor events. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! There will be activities for all ages including children's activities, continuous musical performances, artistic demonstrations and vendors, an interactive and personalized make-and-take, and collaborative public art projects. There will also be an art show featuring work by artists across New York and winners of the Adirondack Life magazine's annual Photography Contest.Festivalgoers can choose from a variety of food options. There will also be specialty beverage stations with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

6 deaths in Illinois dust storm, police need help identifying 2 victims

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:01:29 GMT

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Ill. - A blinding dust storm led to six deaths from a series of crashes involving more than 70 vehicles along Interstate 55 in south central Illinois.Illinois State Police tell FOX 2 that six drivers in the northbound lanes of Interstate 55 died from the crash. Investigators have identified one victim as 88-year-old Shirley Harper from Franklin, Wisconsin. ISP says three other victims have tentatively been identified, though authorities are working to confirm with family members. Of the victims who died, ISP is working to identify two other adults. Police have not disclosed the genders or possible ages of those victims. However, one victim was found inside a blue Chrysler 300, while the other was found inside an unknown-colored Hyundai. St. Louis Circuit Attorney’s Office reeling after resignations If you have any information on these victims, contact ISP at 618-346-3653.Illinois State Police say 37 people were hospitalized and 72 vehicles were believed to be in...

I-55 reopens after Illinois dust storm causes fatal crashes

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:01:29 GMT

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Ill. - A blinding dust storm led to a deadly crash involving more than 70 vehicles along Interstate-55 in south central Illinois. Tuesday morning, I-55 has completely reopened 19 hours after shutting down.This all happened on I-55 in Montgomery County, north of Farmersville, and south of Divernon. Crews have been in the area non-stop since the crash took place. Authorities said at least six people were killed and 37 others taken to hospitals after the crash happened shortly before 11:00 a.m. A total of 72 vehicles were involved, including some 20 commercial vehicles and many passenger cars.We're told two tractor trailers exploded from the wreck. Illinois state Police shared that high winds blew dust onto 55 from nearby farm fields, creating blinding conditions leading to the pile up.Investigators explained the first crash took place on northbound 55 then at the same time numerous crashes took place southbound on the highway. The wrecks all happened between milepo...

Referendum result marks an important stage in the emergence of a new Uzbekistan

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:01:29 GMT

Voters in Uzbekistan have overwhelmingly backed constitutional changes proposed by President Shavkat Mirziyoev. Much international coverage has focused on the fact that the reforms will allow the president to seek another two terms in office. But there were other important measures as well, writes Political Editor Nick Powell.Provisional results from Uzbekistan’s referendum show more than 90% approval for President Mirziyoyev’s constitutional reforms, on a turnover of about 85%. When it comes to what the consequences of the changes will be, the easiest one to spot is that the president can seek a further two terms, each extended from five to seven years.But the important question is what he will do with such extra time in office. The far-reaching nature of the constitutional changes are a guide to where Uzbekistan is heading under its president. Some two thirds of the constitution has been rewritten and it’s estimated that the state’s formal obligations to its citizens are being tri...

Biden sends 1,500 troops to Mexico border for migrant surge

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 20:01:29 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration will send 1,500 troops to the U.S.-Mexico border amid an expected migrant surge following the end of pandemic-era restrictions, according to four administration officials.Military personnel will do data entry, warehouse support and other administrative tasks so that U.S. Customs and Border Protection can focus on fieldwork, the officials said. The troops will not do law enforcement work and will be sent down for roughly 90 days, though their presence can be extended if necessary. The officials were not authorized to speak publicly about the request because it had not yet been approved and spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity. It wasn't clear when they would be deployed. The COVID-19 restrictions allowed U.S. officials to turn away tens of thousands of migrants crossing the southern border, but those restrictions will lift May 11 and border officials are bracing for an expected surge of migrants. Even amid the restrictions...