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Taylor International BBQ Cook Off implements fire plan amid dry conditions

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:37:58 GMT

TAYLOR, Texas (KXAN) --- With the hot and dry weather still ripe for wildfires, events are having to modify how they operate; that includes the yearly International BBQ Cook Off in Taylor. Fire extinguishers, jugs of water and inspections by the Taylor Fire Department were just a few precautions taken at the event. "When you've got fire going and all the dry grass and trees and everything in the wind, you want to make sure that you've got precautions. We always have water and a fire extinguisher on hand just in case," said cook off participant Kathryn Paulsen. Because of the fire danger this year, TFD was at the event to check fire pits and smokers as they exited Murphy Park, where the event was held. "This is a unique situation. We welcome them to come and inspect the sites," said cook off organizer Tim Mikeska.Mikeska said after 44 years, this is the first time they've had TFD do that. "No pit or smoker will leave until it's been emptied and inspected and make sure there's no embe...

Kirk Cousins among many Vikings to sit out preseason game against Titans

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:37:58 GMT

As expected, the Vikings rested most of their starters for the exhibition game against the Tennessee Titans on Saturday night at U.S. Bank Stadium. Since taking over as the man calling the shots for the Vikings, head coach Kevin O’Connell has exercised caution in these situations.His thought process is pretty clear: Why risk injury to an important player when the game doesn’t even count?That explains why so many players exited the Vikings’ locker room without their shoulder pads on in the moments leading up to kickoff.That list of players included: quarterback Kirk Cousins; running back Alexander Mattison; receivers Justin Jefferson, K.J. Osborn and Jordan Addison; tight ends T.J. Hockenson and Josh Oliver; left tackle Christian Darrisaw; left guard Ezra Cleveland; center Garrett Bradbury; right guard Ed Ingram; right tackle Brian O’Neill; defensive tackles Harrison Phillips, Khyiris Tonga, Dean Lowry and Jonathan Bullard; pass rushers Danielle Hunter, Marcus...

Hot, hot, hot! What to know for this week's record-pushing heat

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:37:58 GMT

ST. LOUIS - An excessive heat warning takes effect Sunday and stretches through Thursday in the St. Louis region, which could mean several days of record-breaking or record-pushing temperatures. The FOX 2 weather team is currently tracking the possibility of highs near or above 100 degrees for six consecutive days. Heading into Sunday, these are the forecasted high temperatures for the next six days compared to all-time records. DAYEXPECTED HIGHRECORD HIGHAug. 20 (Sunday)100°F104°FAug. 21 (Monday)99°F104°FAug. 22 (Tuesday)100°F103°FAug. 23 (Wednesday)100°F102°FAug. 24 (Thursday)102°F103°FAug. 25 (Friday)99°F101°FTemperatures could reach 100°F as early as noon on Sunday. The new workweek, which is also the first school week for many in the St. Louis metro, will see highs near 100°F for several consecutive days. Daily highs could peak around the 3 p.m. hour each day. In addition to this heat, the humidity will be increasing, so daily heat index values could make it feel as hot as 110 ...

St. Louis families, visitors enjoy the outdoors before excessive heat warning

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:37:58 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Saturday is the last day of tolerable summer weather before a lengthy heat wave in the St. Louis area. An excessive heat warning begins Sunday afternoon and continues into much of next week. Before temperatures push triple digits, families are taking enjoying as much time as they can spend outdoors. Kayonni Woodard and her family gathered at Forest Park for their family reunion Saturday, making the best of a seasonably-warm day. Hot, hot, hot! What to know for this week’s record-pushing heat “It feels great. We’re glad we did it today instead of next week because it’s going to be really hot. So we’re glad we’re enjoying this day today,” said Woodard. “I’m enjoying the weather in St. Louis," said Forest Park visitor John Baldwin, in town from Georgia. "It’s at least 112 or 114 degrees [with the] heat index [in Georgia], and I’m enjoying this cool weather in St. Louis right now.” The FOX 2 weather team is currently tracking the possibility of highs near or above 100 deg...

U.S. Amateur Championship final: Nick Dunlap vs. Neal Shipley for 2023 title at Cherry Hills Country Club

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:37:58 GMT

The 123rd U.S. Amateur Championship culminates with Sunday’s 36-hole title match at Cherry Hills Country Club. Here’s a look at what happened in Saturday’s semifinals and the background of the two finalists, who tee off 8 a.m. Sunday.Semifinal ResultsNick Dunlap def. Parker Bell, 3 and 2 — Dunlap was down a hole early, but just as he did in his comeback win in the quarters, he owned the back nine, winning Nos. 9, 12 and 15 en route to the victory. Dunlap is now 29-2 in match play since 2021.Neal Shipley def. John Marshall Butler, 2 and 1 — Shipley dropped two of the first three holes, won Nos. 4 and 5 to pull even, then was three down entering the 11th. He won five of the last seven holes, including a tap-in birdie on No. 17 to seal it.The FinalistsNick DunlapNick Dunlap competes during the semifinal round of the 123rd U.S. Amateur golf championship on Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023 at Cherry Hills Country Club in Denver, Colorado. (Chet Strange, Special to th...

Small wildfire burning in Waterton Canyon in Jefferson County

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:37:58 GMT

Metro area firefighters are battling a wildfire in Waterton Canyon.West Metro Fire Rescue described the fire as “small” and no structures are threatened. South Metro Fire Rescue and other local fire agencies are also working on the fire, West Metro said in a 5:08 p.m. Saturday tweet. There are no evacuation notices.Waterton Canyon, in Jefferson County, is popular with hikers, bicyclist, runners and other outdoor recreationists. Running about 6 miles from the canyon mouth up to Strontia Springs Dam, the South Platte River runs through the canyon and variety of wildlife abounds, including big horn sheep, deer, black bear and mountain lions.The cause of the fire is under investigation.WMFR & @SouthMetroPIO, along with several other agencies on a small wildfire in Waterton Canyon. Fire is not threatening structures. There are no evacuations at this time. pic.twitter.com/UPPvRiyiHh— WestMetroFire (@WestMetroFire) August 19, 2023 

No surprises among eight Broncos not in uniform due to injury Saturday night vs. 49ers

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:37:58 GMT

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — A couple of former San Francisco 49ers weren’t able to play against their former team Saturday night for the Broncos.Right tackle Mike McGlinchey and nickel K’Waun Williams, both of whom played for the 49ers earlier in their careers, were among eight Denver players not in uniform for the team’s second preseason game.Denver’s list didn’t feature any surprises based on the week of practice.McGlinchey is working his way back from a sprained knee sustained earlier in camp, and Williams has been out for more than a week with an ankle injury.The rest of the players not suited up for the Broncos: Safeties P.J. Locke and Justin Simmons, cornerback Riley Moss, running back Tyler Badie, wide receiver Brandon Johnson and tight end Chris Manhertz.DL Jones back. While several missed the game, another former 49er, defensive lineman D.J. Jones, was back in uniform eight days after sustaining a concussion against Arizona in the preseason opener.Jones, who had a concussion in 2...

Rockies Journal: Todd Helton, at 50, is on Hall of Fame’s doorstep

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:37:58 GMT

Todd Helton played his final game Sept. 29, 2013, at Dodger Stadium. Nearly 10 years ago.He turns 50 on Sunday.It doesn’t seem possible.Helton returned to Coors Field on Saturday as part of the Rockies’ season-long 30th-anniversary celebration. Helton was, well, Helton.No. 17 hates talking about himself, and he’s never been comfortable in front of TV cameras, but he answered questions while sitting in the Rockies dugout surrounded by reporters, microphones and cameras. His dry, deadpan sense of humor broke through a couple of times. But mostly, Helton kept things low-key.Asked if he was tempted to “go take some hacks” with the current Rockies during batting practice, he replied, “Not at all. I haven’t thrown a ball or picked up a bat in 10 years.”I asked him the obligatory questions about his likely induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame next year after coming up just 11 votes short this year.“I’d be lying to you...

Lake Arrowhead store owner allegedly gunned down over hanging Pride flag

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:37:58 GMT

Authorities are investigating after a store owner was allegedly shot and killed for hanging a Pride flag outside her shop near Lake Arrowhead on Friday night.San Bernardino County deputies responded to a shooting at the Mag Pi clothing store located at 28938 Hook Creek Road in Cedar Glen around 5 p.m.Arriving deputies found the victim, Laura Ann Carleton, 66, suffering from a gunshot wound. She was pronounced dead at the scene.The suspect, who was not identified, fled the area on foot towards Torrey Road, just east of Highway 173, authorities said.During an area search, deputies eventually spotted the suspect armed with a handgun near Torrey Road and Rause Rancho Road.While confronting the suspect, a “lethal force encounter occurred” and the suspect was killed, officials said. No further details were released about the encounter.Authorities are investigating after a store owner was allegedly shot and killed for hanging a Pride flag outside her shop in Cedar Glen on August 18, 2023. ...

O.C. wildlife center urging truck owners to help evacuate animals ahead of Hurricane Hilary 

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:37:58 GMT

A wildlife center is in desperate need of flatbed trucks to evacuate 1,000 animals to shelters ahead of Hurricane Hilary. The Wetlands and Wildlife Care Center in Huntington Beach is located near the shore and workers are concerned that the impending storm and potential storm surge will flood the facility.  Live updates: Hurricane Hilary to bring heavy rain, strong winds to Southern California The wildlife center is located at 21900 Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach. Employees hope to have all of the animals out by 5 p.m. Saturday evening. The Santa Ana Zoo and the California Wildlife Center in Malibu are sending teams to help assist with the animal evacuation process.To help, call 714-374-5587 and ask for Debbie or Janet. For more information, visit the Wetlands and Wildlife Care Center Instagram page or their website.