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Election 2023: Inver Grove Heights School Board (Elect 4)

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:02 GMT

Voters in the Inver Grove Heights school district will elect four members for their school board on Nov. 7 from a field of four candidates.General information about the Nov. 7 election is online at twincities.com/tag/elections. In addition, twincities.com/news/politics/elections will have a full voters guide with candidates for Ramsey, Dakota and Washington county races online this month. To find out where to vote, visit the Minnesota Secretary of State’s online polling place finder at pollfinder.sos.state.mn.us.Liz NiemiojaLiz Niemioja of Inver Grove Heights, candidate for District 199 School Board in the November 2023 election. (Courtesy of the candidate)Age: 45What qualifies you to hold this position? My volunteer and work experiences in 199 provide me the connections with our community that will help our board get the feedback it needs. As a former attorney, I’ve got the skills for analyzing policy with thoughtfulness. I have an extensive history of working on challenges in 199,...

It was love at first sight for Tommies women’s hockey, Minnesota Ms. Hockey winner Ella Boerger

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:02 GMT

The reigning Minnesota Ms. Hockey Award recipient will be on the ice Friday night when the No. 4 Gophers take on St. Thomas as part of a men’s and women’s doubleheader at Xcel Energy Center.While the Gophers have had more than their share of past winners of the award, Ella Boerger will be carrying the torch for a Tommies program poised to take a major step forward.Boerger committed to the Tommies early in her junior year at Andover and then went on to establish herself as one of the top high school players in the country. She collected 231 points in her four varsity seasons at Andover High School, including 41 goals and 37 assists in 29 games as a senior.That commitment never wavered, much to the delight of St. Thomas head coach Joel Johnson.“I remember telling her thanks,” Johnson said when Boerger told him she would be signing with the Tommies. “I told our entire ’23 class this, and I want this to be the message: ‘Thanks for taking a chance on us.’ Because anyone in this class cou...

Election 2023: West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan School Board (Elect 4)

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:02 GMT

Voters in the West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan School Ditrict will elect four members of their school board on Nov. 7 from a field of five candidates.General information about the Nov. 7 election is online at twincities.com/tag/elections. In addition, twincities.com/news/politics/elections will have a full voters guide with candidates for Ramsey, Dakota and Washington county races online this month. To find out where to vote, visit the Minnesota Secretary of State’s online polling place finder at pollfinder.sos.state.mn.us.Barbara Kessler had filed to run for a school board seat but has since moved out of the district and dropped out. Her name will appear on the ballot, though.Byron L. Schwab (incumbent)Byron Schwab, of West St. Paul, candidate for ISD 197 School Board in the November 2023 election. (Courtesy of the candidate)Age: 75What qualifies you to hold this position? 12 successful years of service on ISD 197 School Board, representation of ISD 197 on Intermediate 917 Schoo...

Untested rookie Jaren Hall is suddenly the Vikings’ true backup quarterback

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:02 GMT

Vikings rookie quarterback Jaren Hall has benefited from a gradual ramp-up to start his NFL career.After learning the nuances of playing the position in training camp, Hall served as the emergency quarterback for the Vikings through the first month of this season. That gave him a taste of what to expect at the highest level while keeping him insulated behind both starting quarterback Kirk Cousins and backup quarterback Nick Mullens.That’s no longer the case as Hall is suddenly the true backup quarterback on the roster. He stepped into the role last week with Mullens working through a back injury that has since landed him on injured reserve. As a result, Hall is now the cliched one snap away from being thrust into action should anything happen to Cousins.How much does that change things for Hall? Not much.“You always try to be prepared regardless of the depth chart,” Hall said. “That’s kind of how I’ve always approached the game.”Though head ...

New legislation introduced to make social media safer for children

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:02 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)--- According to the U.S. Surgeon General, teens using social media more than 3 hours a day are twice as likely to experience depression and anxiety."Social media is causing damage to countless kids today," said Governor Kathy Hochul on Wednesday.New legislation introduced in New York would prohibit minors from being exposed to addictive feeds, which state leaders say are personalized to keep people on social media longer."You don’t ask for this content. It finds its way to you by very sophisticated ways," Hochul explained.The legislation would also allow parents to choose whether or not their children access social media and receive notifications between the hours of midnight and 6am.Dr. Jim Saperstone said it’s important for parents to be involved and to talk to their children about social media."I think what they need to do is really be aware of who they are talking to and what’s going on, and to check their security settings, because they’re are some securit...

Hurley stabbing suspect arraigned for attempted murder

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:02 GMT

KINGSTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Kingston man has been arraigned by an Ulster County Grand Jury in connection to a stabbing case in February. Mainor Sagastume, 33, faces charges of attempted murder in the second degree, first-degree and second-degree assault, stalking in the second degree, and two counts of stalking in the fourth degree. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to the indictment, Sagastume stabbed a victim multiple times in the Town of Hurley on February 11. The victim sustained critical injuries and was administered lifesaving treatment by personnel from the Ulster County Sheriff's Office. Sagastume was remanded to the Ulster County Jail without bail. The case is being prosecuted by ADA Tara Waters. The defendant is represented by the Ulster County Public Defender’s Office. 

Volunteers needed to help clean up Glens Falls

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:02 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - This month, the city of Glens Falls is cleaning up the streets - and help is needed. Volunteers are being sought for Glens Falls Cleanup Day on Saturday, Oct. 21.From 9 to 11 a.m., volunteers of all ages will sweep, rake, and pick up trash around the sidewalks of downtown Glens Falls. Many supplies will be provided, including rakes, shovels, garbage bags, rubber gloves, hand sanitizer, and masks. Volunteers are asked to bring their own pairs of work gloves. Refreshments will also be provided.Cleanup starts at 9 a.m. Volunteers can meet at the Ridge Street parking lot next to Glens Falls City Hall. Glens Falls Cleanup Day is held twice a year. No signup is required, but those who plan to make it can RSVP online through the Downtown Glens Falls Facebook page, in order to help organizers get a head count.

Pine Hollow Arboretum to host fall fundraiser

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:02 GMT

SLINGERLANDS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Pine Hollow Arboretum announced they will be hosting "Autumn In the Arboretum", a fall fundraiser. The event is scheduled for October 21. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The celebration will feature tours, a birds of prey exhibit by Whispering Willow Wildcare and live music performed by Ryan Leddick. The day will also be filled with fun fall activities, including pumpkin painting, crafts and a treats station with cider donuts, s'mores and hot cider. Pine Hollow Arboretum is located at 34 Pine Hollow Road in Slingerlands. You can purchase Autumn In the Arboretum tickets through the Eventbrite website.

Indoor pickleball facility to open in Latham

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:02 GMT

LATHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The pickleball craze is sweeping the nation, and the Capital Region, with a new indoor facility opening in Latham on Oct. 20. True Pickleball has six full-size courts, a pro-shop and cabanas tucked into a 20,000 sq. ft. building. The club will offer lessons and tournaments for more people to get involved in the sport. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “Pickle ball is the fastest growing sport in America," Mike Bibbo, Co-Owner, said. "If you haven’t heard of it, you will now. Think of this as something like a semi-private golf course, there’s nothing like it in the Capital Region.” Memberships are already available, more information can be found here.

Man busted trying to cash in stolen lottery tickets in south St. Louis County

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:48:02 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A man is behind bars after he was busted trying to cash in stolen lottery tickets in south St. Louis County, tickets he allegedly acquired through a series of burglaries. Prosecutors have charged Armando Sheti, 27, with four counts of second-degree burglary and four counts of stealing in connection with the investigation. Investigators say Sheti is linked to burglaries at several businesses near Union Road between Sept. 9 and Oct. 5 this year. He reportedly took off with cash or lottery tickets at least four times in recent weeks. Football coach shot in front of players at practice, St. Louis community shocked Police say an undisclosed amount of lottery tickets were stolen during the early-morning hours of Oct. 5 at Europe Grocery Store. Sheti later tried to cash in those tickets at an undisclosed location, and police caught the transactions on video, leading to his arrest. The St. Louis County Police Department says Sheti also admitted to burglaries at Tu...