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Pflugerville ISD approves plans for more affordable housing for faculty, staff

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:49:52 GMT

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (KXAN) — Staff in Pflugerville ISD could expect to get help with affordable housing as the cost of living continues to rise.The district said it approved an agreement Thursday night with the Texas Workforce Housing Foundation to work with certain apartment complexes in the area, providing more affordable rent.The board said it also approved a $2 million contract with a company to develop its own housing for teachers.Adam Harden, an attorney representing Texas Workforce Housing Foundation, spoke on the affordable housing plan."What the offer is, is that they'll be responsible for financing it, rehabbing it, maintaining it,” Harden said. “The district will not take on any debt. There won’t be any taxes that will be levied on your citizens to support it. It's just pure. We want to support the district's personnel."The plans come as many teachers said they have struggled to keep up with the cost of living in the area, some even taking up second jobs or moving away fr...

Food Truck Festival returning to Bennington

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:49:52 GMT

BENNINGTON, V.T. (NEWS10) -- The annual Bennington Food Truck Festival will be returning for its fifth year. The event is scheduled for August 12 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Food trucks and chefs from Vermont and beyond will offer a wide array of cuisines, including wood-fired pizza, specialty sandwiches, frozen treats, beer, and baked goods, as well as Mexican, Mediterranean and Jamaican dishes. The event will also feature live music, face painting, vendors and artisans. The festival will be held on the corner of Main Street and School Street in downtown Bennington. Entrance to the event is free, however attendees are encouraged to register online to help vendors prepare for the crowd.

Highest-rated barbecue restaurants in St. Louis, according to Yelp

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:49:52 GMT

Barbecue, also known as BBQ for short, has captivated the taste buds of millions of people across the world; its smell, a quintessential part of backyard parties and long, lazy holiday weekends. This cooking method involves slow cooking and smoking meat over an open flame or heat source. Beyond the slab of baby back ribs and brisket that we're probably familiar with, barbecue has a long history dating back centuries and is rooted in various cultures.The earliest origins of barbecue can be traced back to the Taino people, who were Indigenous to the Caribbean. By the 19th century, the technique became widespread in the American South, primarily using pork. Taino people didn't use the word barbecue. Instead, this method of cooking food over a raised wooden grate was referred to as barbacoa.As time passed, techniques and flavors evolved as a result of colonization, globalization, and advancements in technology. Today, barbecue has become a beloved food all over the world. In the United ...

Two die, one person injured, in single-vehicle crash in Highlands Ranch

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:49:52 GMT

Two people died and a third suffered injuries in a single-vehicle rollover crash in Highlands Ranch.The crash happened about 9 p.m. Friday on South University Boulevard near Quebec Street, according to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.Update to fatal accident that occurred near Highlands Heritage Park. 3 occupants ejected with 2 confirmed deceased and 1 transported to the hospital in unknown condition. Eastbound S University Blvd will remain closed until further notice until the investigation is complete. pic.twitter.com/1a0xSnxUqW— DC Sheriff (@dcsheriff) July 1, 2023The driver lost control and the vehicle left the roadway, going down a steep embankment and crashing into a tree, the sheriff’s office said. Three people were thrown from the vehicle. Two died and one was taken to a hospital.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Pedestrian on I-76 dies when hit by vehicle near E-470 ramp in Brighton Crime and Public Safety | Passeng...

Rockies Journal: Bud Black deserves a better hand than one he was dealt

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:49:52 GMT

Bud Black deserves better. He’d never say it, but it’s true.Given a healthy, talented team, Black is a winning manager. He proved it his first two years with the Rockies, getting them to the postseason in 2017 and ’18, the only back-to-back playoff appearances in their lackluster history.The Rockies had a winning road record just three times in their first 30 years, in 2009 under Jim Tracy (41-40) and under Black in ’17 (41-40) and ’18 (44-38). He helped young pitchers such as German Marquez and Kyle Freeland reach their potential. The starters’ ERA in 2018 was 4.17, the second-best in franchise history, trailing only the 2009 rotation (4.10).If owner Dick Monfort and the front office had had the guts, foresight, and skills to add some key players at the trade deadline in ’18, the Rockies would have won the National League West for the first time in franchise history. If they had done things differently following the 2018 season — D.J....

Teen arrested after fatal hit-and-run in Arcadia 

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:49:52 GMT

A teen was arrested after fatally hitting a pedestrian while fleeing from police in Arcadia. According to a release from the Arcadia Police Department, the 17-year-old from San Bernardino was spotted speeding near the area of West Huntington Drive and Santa Clara Avenue around 11:26 p.m. Friday night. When the officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop moments later, the suspect suddenly accelerated through a red light and struck a pedestrian in the crosswalk. The pedestrian was pronounced deceased on the scene. While authorities were providing aid to the victim, police said that the juvenile suspect fled the scene of the accident.  Hit-and-run driver strikes fire hydrant, floods street in Porter Ranch A teen was arrested after fatally hitting a pedestrian while fleeing from police in Arcadia. (RNGNews)“Assisting officers located the suspect’s vehicle abandoned nearby,” the Arcadia Police Department said in a statement. “The suspect was located a short time l...

There are more alternatives to reducing blind spots than adjusting or removing the headrest: Roadshow

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:49:52 GMT

Q: Your reader referred to the head restraint as a headrest. They are not for comfort, but are an integral part of the restraint system designed to reduce head and neck movement in a collision. Altering the size, or worse, removing it could have serious consequences. She should learn to back up using the three mirrors and camera system installed in most vehicles.Ted Atlas, CampbellA: You’re one of several people concerned about safety issues if a car’s head restraints are changed.Q: Hopefully, when Sue Kayton modified her car’s headrest, she did not increase the risk of whiplash injuries. As for removing headrests on rental cars, this is a bad practice. Even if hit from behind by a slow-moving vehicle, one is still at risk without a headrest. One solution is to increase the viewing area by moving the driver’s seat back as far as possible while still being able to reach the pedals, and moving the passenger seat forward. Also, adjust your mirrors. There are mir...

Sharks, newly acquired goalie come to terms on new contract, per report

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:49:52 GMT

It appears the San Jose Sharks and goalie Mackenzie Blackwood have come to terms on a new contract.Blackwood and the Sharks have agreed to a two-year deal worth $2.35 million per season, Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff reported this morning. The two sides came to terms just minutes before Blackwood was set to become an unrestricted free agent at 9 a.m. (PDT).Blackwood was acquired by the Sharks from the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday for a sixth-round draft pick this year. But Blackwood, then a pending restricted free agent, was in need of a new contract.Although Blackwood was not given a qualifying offer by the Sharks on Friday, the two sides continued to talk about a new contract and were reportedly able to get a deal done.Per CapFriendly, Blackwood will make $2.2 million in salary this upcoming season and $2.5 million in 2024-25.Going into the first day of free agency on Saturday, the Sharks had only one goalie, Kaapo Kahkonen, who had substantial NHL experience and who was under ...

Contra Costa County fire prepares for hot holiday weekend

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:49:52 GMT

(KRON) -- The Fourth of July holiday weekend is officially here with temperatures expected to reach triple digits today in some parts of the Bay Area. Fire officials are on alert across the bay as they face two potential fire starters: fireworks and hot temperatures. KRON4's Stephanie Lin spoke with Steve Hill, a spokesperson with the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District to share some public safety reminders.

Damian Lillard asks the Trail Blazers for a trade, sources tell AP

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 15:49:52 GMT

Damian Lillard has said repeatedly that he wants to contend for a championship. After 11 years in Portland, he has decided he needs to move elsewhere to make that happen.Lillard asked the Trail Blazers for a trade, a move that will end the seven-time All-Star’s tenure with that team, two people familiar with the matter said Saturday.Lillard will generate interest from the Miami Heat and Brooklyn Nets, among others, according to the people who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because no details were announced publicly. One of the people told the AP that Lillard’s preference is Miami, though that hardly guarantees the Trail Blazers will work to facilitate that specific move.Lillard is coming off a season in which he averaged 32.2 points for the Trail Blazers. He is a seven-time All-NBA selection and was selected to the NBA’s 75th anniversary team — but he has never been close to a title in his 11 seasons in the league.He has met with Portland m...