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Breaking: Double homicide suspect killed in officer-involved shooting | Local News
NEWPORT — The suspect in a Sunday evening double homicide in Scott County, Virginia, was fatally shot in Tennessee on Monday. Officers with the Newport Police Department, Cocke County Sheriff’s Office, and the U.S. Marshals Service spotted the armed male suspect near the 600 block of the Cosby Highway in Newport at about 3 p.m., according …
Flu cases on the rise as COVID-19 cases decline, local health experts weigh in
WICOMICO COUNTY, Md. – As COVID-19 cases are on the decline and masks are coming off, experts warn not to let your guard down just yet as case of the flu are now on the rise. We checked in with local health officials to see if that was the case here on the shore. The …
‘Mental Health Matters’: Ethan students host JV all-star game to benefit local mental health charity – Mitchell Republic
ETHAN – What started as a shared goal between high school classmates to shine a light on who they saw as the ‘undervalued’ basketball players in South Dakota turned into something much bigger than they intended. Brody Riggs and Wyatt Sinkie, juniors and teammates on the Ethan Rustlers junior varsity team, had seen enough of …
Health care: M-Power opens Albion location | Top Story
ALBION — Wanting to help educate, inform and “eMpower” their clients, M-Power is expanding its services. After three years of serving the community, M-Power has opened a physical location at 13896 Telegraph Rd. in Albion. Officially opening its doors Friday, M-Power includes independent contractors and brokers specializing in Medicare. “Our process, let’s put it that …
Public asked to help determine health priorities for Fredericksburg region | Local News
Members of the public are invited to review results of the recent Community Health Assessment and suggest future priorities. A session is planned from noon to 2 p.m. April 5 in the theater room of the Central Rappahannock Regional Library at 1201 Caroline St., Fredericksburg. It is the first meeting to work on the 2022 …
Nursing and radiologic technology information sessions to take place for Sauk Valley Community College students – Shaw Local
DIXON – Informational sessions will take place this spring for students who are interested in applying to Sauk Valley Community College for its radiologic technology or nursing programs. Those who are interested in applying to either program are required to attend one informational session and meet with an adviser before applying. Nursing program sessions will …
With mental health needs at a high point, a new clinic for children opens in Kenmore | Local News
Brittany Aponte, a counselor in the new Family Success Center in Kenmore, is one of 30 workers on staff at Envision Wellness NY. Photo provided by Envision Wellness WNY The Covid-19 pandemic has challenged the mental health of millions around the world, including children who have had their academic and personal lives move in fits and …
Local 4-H teens share technology skills
Wahkiakum 4-H teens are sharing more technology skills with the county through March and April. Workshops are free of charge to participate, and open to all. Participants are encouraged to bring their phone, tablets or laptops for assistance with technology or internet questions. In addition to one-on-one coaching and troubleshooting, 4-H teens will also share …
How time change affects your health
CARLSBAD, Calif. – Sleep scientists are once again warning of health repercussions as Daylight Saving Time is in full effect. Colin Lawlor, CEO of SleepScore Labs headquartered in Carlsbad, says there is a 24% increase in heart attacks on Monday, immediately after Daylight Saving Time. He said the research is clear: springing the clock ahead …
Former Helena police chief nabs record-breaking fish | Local
Former Helena police Chief Steve Hagen reeled in a state record Utah chub, weighing 2.39 pounds, on March 7 from Canyon Ferry Reservoir and besting a 30-year-old record, state wildlife officials said. The fish measured 15.9 inches in length and 10.4 inches in girth, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks reported. The previous record Utah chub, …
