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Flooding prompts of closure Osceola Landing, other river access points

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:58 GMT

The Osceola Landing and other National Park Service access points along the St. Croix River and Namekagon rivers are temporarily closed due to flood conditions, National Park Service officials said Friday.The St. Croix and Namekagon rivers “are currently very high, fast flowing and cold — with significant amounts of floating debris, creating hazardous river conditions for river users and park visitors,” said Craig Hansen, superintendent of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway.Park service staff will continue to assess conditions and will open landings when they are safe to access, he said.“Our priority is keeping visitors safe,” Hansen said. “Everyone should use extreme caution during these high-water conditions and stay out of closed areas.”Anyone who spots hazardous conditions within the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway is asked to call 1-800-PARK-TIP.For more information, go to: www.nps.gov/sacn.Related ArticlesOutdoors | Obituar...

The ‘3 Old Guys’ complete 5,000-plus-mile snowmobile trek

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:58 GMT

They made it.The “3 Old Guys” — Rob Hallstrom, 65, of Park Rapids, Minnesota; Rex Hibbert, 70, Soda Springs, Idaho; and Paul Dick, 72, Grand Rapids, Minnesota, completed their 5,000-plus-mile snowmobile trek from Grand Rapids to Fairbanks, Alaska, on Wednesday.“The guys are in — or will be in — Fairbanks soon,” Hallstrom’s wife, MaJeana, told the Herald on Wednesday evening in a message. “Tough day today — lots of plans changed.“They will be in a bar tonight so not a good night to talk with them.”The three men, all experienced long-distance snowmobile riders with lots of mechanical savvy, started the trip from Dick’s home in Grand Rapids on Monday, March 6, all riding Arctic Cat Norseman 8000 snowmobiles with 800cc engines. Since then, their “3 Old Guys Ride to Alaska” Facebook page has garnered attention from across North America.Hallstrom’s daughter, Kasie Plekkenpol, with help from his wife has maintained the Facebook page, largely relying on short text messages sent via satellit...

John Choi recognized for Ramsey County’s work with sexual assault response

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:58 GMT

End Violence Against Women International has recognized Ramsey County Attorney John Choi for his work in how the county responds to sexual assaults.Choi was given the nonprofit’s professional impact award at its 20th annual conference, held over three days this week in Chicago. In presenting the award, CEO Joanne Archambault highlighted Choi’s influence in the community’s response to violence against women.In 2016, Ramsey County launched a public awareness campaign designed to change the way the community, law enforcement, prosecution and criminal justice partners respond to sexual violence.Two years later, the attorney’s office released the Ramsey County Sexual Assault Systems Review, which outlined recommendations to improve criminal justice system response to ensure victims feel supported and offenders are brought to justice. One immediate outcome was the hiring of two additional sexual violence services advocates and two sexual assault investigators for St. Paul poli...

How Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson turned himself into a star

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:58 GMT

Looking back on it now, it’s fitting that Filip Gustavsson found out he was traded as he was taking out the trash.They say one man’s trash is another man’s treasure, after all, and that’s exactly what the 24-year-old Swede has proven to be for the Wild.Though the Wild haven’t named their starting goaltender for Game 1 of the upcoming opening round of the NHL playoffs, it’s a good bet that Gustavsson will be in net. He has been a godsend this season with a 23-9-7 record, a 2.10 goals-against average, and a .931 save percentage.Not bad considering Gustavsson entered this season with fewer than 25 starts under his belt. He perfectly summed up his unexpected rise to stardom a few weeks ago, saying, “It’s been a helluva year.”Indeed. All because of a trade between the Wild and the Ottawa Senators on July 12, 2022 that barely moved the needle at the time.The timing of everything came as a surprise to Gustavsson. He remembers playing ca...

Bringing history to life at Parkhurst Field

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:58 GMT

GLOVERSVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Professional baseball is a thing of the past at Parkhurst Field, but David Karpinski is making strides to bring that history to life. When he first saw the site, he asked, "why not build it as a destination for families across the country to come to and experience this great history?" Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Parkhurst was home to the New York League's Jags in the early 1900s. Legends took the field there, including one you might be familiar with. "The real Moonlight Doc Graham played left field not far from where we're standing right here," said Karpinski. Moonlight, played by Burt Lancaster in the 1989 film "Field of Dreams," traded his Black Sox pinstripes for Scranton gray. Capital Hills Golf Course opens for the season "He never got an at-bat in the major leagues," added Karpinski. "They made it sound like he retired at that point, when in fact he didn't. He actually came back do...

Saratoga Regional YMCA hosts Healthy Kids Day on May 20

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:58 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Saratoga Regional YMCA is hosting a Healthy Kids Day on May 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is free to the public with the goal to inspire kids and families to keep their minds and bodies active during the summer. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Activities on Healthy Kids Day include bounce houses, outdoor games, a ropes course, a zip line, and more! The Saratoga Regional YMCA is located at 290 West Avenue in Saratoga Springs.

Help clean up Ten Broeck Mansion's gardens and grounds

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:58 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Albany County Historical Society is hosting gardening and cleanup days throughout the Spring and Summer at Ten Broeck Mansion. The maintenance efforts kick off this weekend with a Garden Day on Friday and a Clean-Up Day on Saturday. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Friday Garden Days will run from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The focus will be on light gardening, including planting, mulching, weeding, and thinning plants. All abilities are welcome, and training can be provided to those new to gardening.Saturday Clean-Up Days run from 9 to 11 a.m. with a focus on grounds, trash pick-up, stick pick-up, and light raking. All abilities are welcome. Gloves will be provided, but hats and sunscreen are recommended. Volunteers ages 8-16 are welcome but must be supervised by a parent. Volunteers 16-18 must have a parent or guardian's signature on a permission form, which will be provided at check-in. Things to do...

Gold Star Mothers convention back in Lake George

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:58 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - A convention for the mothers of children lost in military service is returning to Lake George for a second year. The Department of New York American Gold Star Mothers Convention will be in the Lake George and Hudson Falls area on the weekend of Friday, April 28. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The convention begins with an opening ceremony at the Strand Theatre in Hudson Falls from 6-7 p.m. on Friday. The ceremony will welcome and honor veterans and their families and will include cake, beverages and music by the Lake George Community Band. Groups represented will include the Rolling Thunder National, Patriot Guard Riders NY and Legion Riders. “These Gold Star Moms have carried on the sacred tradition since the 1920s, remembering and honoring their heroes, our heroes," said American Gold Star Mothers of New York President Cindy Roberts. "Many work tirelessly to help veterans and their families t...

Albany Police locate abandoned dog on Old State Road

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:58 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Thursday evening, the Albany Police Department found a female dog that had been abandoned on Old State Road. The dog was found tied to a tree, west of the Pinebush. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Police are seeking information about the dog or its owner. Anyone with information is asked to contact Albany Police at (518) 462-7107.

Severe weather possible near St. Louis this weekend

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:27:58 GMT

St. Louis Saturday Severe Weather RiskST. LOUIS -- Meteorologist Chris Higgins says that we should expect some rain this weekend. A few strong storms possible Saturday evening and Sunday looks unpleasant.Friday is expected to be warm and dry with a few clouds mixing in this afternoon. Saturday morning will bring a slight chance for a shower or thunderstorm. However, a better chance for showers and storms will arrive late Saturday afternoon and evening.Severe Storm Threat Timing:What to Expect - Strong to Severe StormsTime Frame - Saturday, 4 p.m. - 2 a.m.Main Concerns - 70 mph winds, large hailThere is a chance for a few strong storms Saturday. Large hail and few strong wind gusts cannot be ruled out. This is a level two out of five risk.Expect gusty winds, lots of clouds, a few spot showers Sunday. Temperatures will hover in the 40s most of the day.