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Boil water notice issued for Plum Creek water system in Hays County

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:06:13 GMT

HAYS COUNTY (KXAN) -- A boil water notice was issued Thursday for the Plum Creek water system in eastern Hays County, according to an announcement from Texas Water Utilities. Texas Water Utilities said a contractor struck a line, causing a service outage to all customers east of Dacy Lane. Affected neighborhoods include Rolling Hills, Windy Hills and Dove Hills.Bacteriological samples will be collected as soon as conditions improve, and according to the announcement, the utility would then cancel the boil water notice. The alert below was issued for customers within the Plum Creek water system:Due to a service outage, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required Plum Creek water system, PWS ID No. TX1050028, to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc). Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and all customers should follow ...

Best red carpet fashion from the 2023 NFL Draft

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:06:13 GMT

The Carolina Panthers chose Alabama quarterback Bryce Young with the first pick of the 2023 NFL Draft on Thursday night. But who was the top pick on the red carpet?From stoic and classy to flamboyant and flashy, here are some of the best fits from Round 1 of the NFL Draft in Kansas City, Missouri.Best Red Carpet Fashion NFL Draft 2023Bryce YoungBryce Young during the NFL Draft Red Carpet at the National WWI Museum and Memorial on April 27, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. Smooth look for the smooth No. 1 overall pick from Alabama. (Photo by Barry Brecheisen/Getty Images)C.J. StroudC.J. Stroud during the NFL Draft Red Carpet at the National WWI Museum and Memorial on April 27, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. The Ohio State quarterback went No. 2 to the Houston Texans behind Young, but don’t overlook the flair on and off the field. (Photo by Barry Brecheisen/Getty Images)Will Anderson Jr.Will Anderson Jr. during the NFL Draft Red Carpet at the National WWI Museum and Memorial on Ap...

Aspirational goals remain unachieved for Minnesota United

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:06:13 GMT

Minnesota United’s current three-losing streak has put them smack dab in the middle of the MLS Western Conference standings. Seventh out of 14 clubs, the Loons are average with roughly a quarter of the season completed.If the MLS Cup Playoffs started this weekend, the Loons would make the field and even be above the dividing line with the playoff field now bloated from seven to nine teams.MNUFC represents the only team in the West to make the playoffs in four consecutive seasons, but there aren’t clear signs so far that the Loons can finish in one of the top places, earn a home playoff game and make a deep run this fall.Minnesota (3-3-2, 11 points) will look to get out of its rut against FC Dallas (4-3-2, 14 points) at 8:25 p.m. Sunday at Allianz Field.Before last season, the Pioneer Press looked at four next-step objectives for the club — receive dividends from its youth academy making contributions to the MLS side, sell top players for profit, make the Concacaf Champions League an...

A year in, likely no one’s opinions (good or bad) has changed on Timberwolves’ twin-towers approach

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:06:13 GMT

At least publicly, the Timberwolves exit the 2022-23 season as bullish on their Twin Towers trial as they were when they executed the trade to acquire Rudy Gobert last summer.“They’re both really incredibly good basketball players. With the skill level that (Karl-Anthony Towns) has, for sure, there’s no reason basketball-wise that it shouldn’t work,” Timberwolves coach Chris Finch said. “There’s a lot of things we can talk about about why the learning curve was so steep for it. But the most important thing is we have a big enough body of work, I think we can properly evaluate it. I still remain extremely confident we’re able to maximize those guys.”Timberwolves basketball boss Tim Connelly noted there were “some really clunky moments, and some really positive moments” throughout the first season of the experiment.“I thought as there was some more familiarity we saw some pretty impressive stretches of basketball from those guys and the surrounding three other players” in the lineup, ...

Man bites off part of LAPD officer’s finger during Metro station altercation

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:06:13 GMT

A man bit off a chunk of an Los Angeles police officer’s finger at a Metro Red Line station on Thursday, April 27, authorities said.Officers assigned to the subway were patrolling the station at Santa Monica Boulevard and Vermont Avenue at around 10 a.m. when they say they came across a man aboard the train who seemed to have illegal drugs.Police attempted to escort him off the train when they say he became violent. While they were attempting to restrain him, he bit off part of a sergeant’s finger.An officer then used undisclosed force against the man, who police say sustained minor injuries and was taken in custody to a hospital. The sergeant also went to a hospital.RELATED STORY: Metro responds to rising crime with more drug arrests and ‘transit ambassadors’Police did not further describe what drugs the man was suspected of having. It is unclear how badly the suspect injured the sergeant’s finger.“I’m deeply disturbed by the vicious and gruesome attack on our sergeant as he and ot...

New York Folklore presents Jewish folk music event

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:06:13 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- New York Folklore is putting on its final event in a free, three-part showcase of the Capital Region's folk music traditions. The show will feature The Kleiner Klezmer Orchestra and Joshua Sussman, and is being held at WAMC’s The Linda at 3 p.m. on May 7. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The Kleiner Klezmer Orchestra incorporates Yiddish folk music, folk dance tunes, and “folklorized” music of Yiddish theater. Joshua Sussman is a well-respected Albany based violinist and scholar whose music is an extension and expression of his Jewish faith. Tickets can be reserved online, and make sure to use the code “Folklore” for free tickets. A separate, but permeable lobby is available. Saratoga Arts presenting poetry event For additional information, please call 518-346-7008, email NYF at [email protected], or visit New York Folklore. New York Folklore programs made possible by the New York State Coun...

Mohawk Hudson Humane Society seeks youth volunteers

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:06:13 GMT

MENANDS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Mohawk Hudson Humane Society is launching a volunteer program for kids in grades 6-12. Humane Heroes Unleashed will provide teens with an opportunity to learn hands-on animal care and assist in animal shelter operations. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The program runs monthly and occurs every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Activities include assisting with feeding and exercising dogs, sorting donations, reading to animals, clicker training, cleaning carriers and overnight kennels, and more. The cost is $50 for one month. New participants must attend an in-person orientation, which is held on the first Monday of the month at 5:30 p.m. To apply, click here.

Everything happening in Lake George in May

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:06:13 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - May flowers are getting ready to bloom, and Lake George is preparing for a busy summer. May is a huge month for the village and surrounding area. Outdoor rummage sales welcome the nicer weather, and the Americade motorcycle festival is on the way to close the month out. In the city of Glens Falls, Pet Fest gives four-legged North Country residents an exciting spot to trot. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Here's everything happening around Lake George in May:Thursday-Saturday, May 4-6Spring rummage saleCaldwell Presbyterian Church, 71 Montcalm St., Lake GeorgeThursday 2-6 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., bag sale Saturday 9-11 a.m.Plenty for sale at this annual marketSaturday-Sunday, May 6-7Lake George Community Garage SaleDowntown Lake George9 a.m. - 5 p.m. both daysGarage sale maps for sale at Fort William Henry, Shady Business and Lake George United Methodist Church; $15 seller registration by M...

Tentative state budget plan announced

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:06:13 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) – This week on Empire State Weekly, the next step in the state budget process was unveiled after a month-long delay. Governor Hochul released a list of key items that have been agreed upon ahead of the finalized budget vote. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Patrick Orecki, the Director of State Studies at the Citizens Budget Commission, explained the long delay with the state budget is a concern, not just for the State's planning purposes but also for budget planning on the local level. Orecki explained that the process would continue as lawmakers review the agreed budget items as the bills "age" for three days before a final vote. He expressed concern that the Governor may skip the "aging" process by calling for a Message of Necessity to ensure a speedy vote. Also, this week, one of the items agreed on in the tentative budget outline is an increase in the State's minimum wage. According to the proposa...

Saratoga Springs Fire Fighters recommend removal of Fire Chief

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:06:13 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Saratoga Springs Fire Chief Joseph J. Dolan has received a no-confidence vote from the Saratoga Springs Professional Fire Fighters Association. Following the anonymous vote, the Association has recommended the removal and replacement of the Fire Chief with James Montagnino, the Commissioner of Public Safety. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “Our members’ concerns are not focused on a single incident – and its determination to take this significant step is based on the totality of decisions and actions that we believe are compromising the safety of our community, those who serve it, and our collective confidence in Chief Dolan,” said Joseph Brimhall, President of the Saratoga Springs Professional Fire Fighters.The Fire Fighters Association cited the following events and factors that led to the vote: In 2019 Chief Dolan proposed an agreement with the Town of Greenfield for Saratoga Springs fi...