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New York Post
06-05-2025
- New York Post
Madman wielding rifle-shaped bong inside grocery store parking lot locks down part of Oregon town: cops
A man waving around what looked like a rifle while screaming threats at people in an Oregon grocery store parking lot was arrested Friday afternoon, only for cops to realize the 'weapon' was a massive bong. 'The object he was carrying turned out to be a bong in the shape of a semi-auto rifle,' police said, according to KEZI 9 News. Cops initially received calls that the 47-year-old suspect, Jacob John Daniels, was stalking the parking lot of an Albertson's and a Bimart Membership Discount Stores at 12:21 p.m., threatening to kill people and motioning with what was initially believed to be a long gun, according to police and reports. Advertisement A man waving around what looked like a rifle while screaming threats at people in an Oregon grocery store parking lot was arrested Friday afternoon, only for cops to realize the 'weapon' was a massive bong. Google maps The Eugene Police Department responded in full force, flooding the scene with patrol officers, the Drone Team and a Bearcat armored vehicle. Eugene Springfield Fire teams also staged nearby. Residents were told to shelter in place and police warned motorists to avoid the area. Advertisement After cops arrived, they approached Daniels and demanded he drop the weapon. 'At one point, he sat on a curb and was cooperative, putting the object down, but then he refused commands to move away from it,' Eugene police said. Officers then fired off a 'sponge round' to neutralize Daniels without serious injury, according to KMTR. Cops initially received calls that the 47-year-old suspect, Jacob John Daniels, was stalking the parking lot of an Albertson's and a Bimart Membership Discount Stores at 12:21 p.m. Eugene Police Department Advertisement 'Officers deployed 40mm less lethal when he got up and started walking toward the object,' police and reports said. They then arrested the faux gunman and retrieved the bong. After he was in custody, Daniels told investigators that he staged the stunt as a ploy to kill himself, telling investigators that he wanted to be shot, KEZI reported. Advertisement Police charged Daniels with disorderly conduct. If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts or are experiencing a mental health crisis and live in New York City, you can call 1-888-NYC-WELL for free and confidential crisis counseling. If you live outside the five boroughs, you can dial the 24/7 National Suicide Prevention hotline at 988 or go to
Yahoo
15-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Lifeway Foods Inc (LWAY) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Highlights: Record Sales and Strategic ...
Release Date: March 14, 2025 For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Lifeway Foods Inc (NASDAQ:LWAY) reported record-high net sales of $186.8 million for 2024, marking a 16.7% increase compared to the previous year. The company achieved its 21st consecutive quarter of year-over-year net sales growth, driven by strong demand for its Lifeway branded drinkable kefir. Lifeway Foods Inc (NASDAQ:LWAY) maintained a solid gross profit margin of 26% despite inflationary pressures, indicating effective cost management. The company expanded its distribution network, including the addition of Lifeway Farmer Cheese to 1,400 Albertson's stores and ProBugs Organic Kefir for kids to over 250 Harris Teeter stores. Lifeway Foods Inc (NASDAQ:LWAY) continues to innovate with new product launches, such as lactose-free kefir and probiotic smoothies with collagen, catering to evolving consumer preferences. Inflationary pricing in milk, the company's largest raw material, posed challenges to maintaining profit margins. Despite strong sales growth, the company faces increasing year-over-year comparisons, which may challenge sustaining the same growth momentum. Capital spending increased to $6.7 million, which, while supporting growth, also reflects higher operational costs. The macroeconomic environment, including high prices and interest rates, presents potential risks to consumer spending and demand. While international expansion efforts in regions like Dubai are promising, they currently do not contribute significantly to revenue. Warning! GuruFocus has detected 2 Warning Sign with LWAY. Q: Can you elaborate on the factors driving the strong sales growth in 2024? A: Julie Smolyansky, CEO, explained that the growth was primarily driven by higher volumes of Lifeway-branded drinkable kefir. The company saw strong double-digit volume-led growth across all four quarters, supported by strategic sales and marketing investments that increased exposure and demand for core products. Q: How did inflation impact your profit margins, and what measures are you taking to address it? A: Julie Smolyansky noted that despite inflationary pressures, particularly in milk prices, Lifeway maintained a gross profit margin of 26% for 2024. The company is focusing on driving higher shipment volumes and pursuing productivity measures to expand gross margins further. Q: What are the key innovations and product developments Lifeway introduced recently? A: Julie Smolyansky highlighted several innovations, including the launch of lactose-free organic whole milk kefir flavor fusions and probiotic smoothies with collagen. These products cater to rising consumer demand for lactose-free and gut-health-focused offerings. Q: Can you discuss the recent distribution expansions for Lifeway products? A: Julie Smolyansky announced the distribution of Lifeway Farmer Cheese into 1,400 Albertson's stores and ProBugs Organic Kefir for kids into over 250 Harris Teeter stores. Additionally, Lifeway's products began shipping to Dubai, UAE, in the fourth quarter. Q: How is Lifeway leveraging marketing strategies to enhance brand exposure? A: Julie Smolyansky stated that Lifeway is focusing on interactive retail efforts, e-commerce strategies, and partnerships with social media influencers to drive brand exposure and consumer trial. The company also participates in events like Expo West and South by Southwest to showcase its products and innovations. For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. This article first appeared on GuruFocus. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
17-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Mardi Gras barricades to go up in Lafayette as 2025 parade season approaches: Here's where
LAFAYETTE, La. () — The is upon us, and in Lafayette, that means multiple parades. As a result, traffic will be affected in the city starting this week. The first wave of parades starts this week, with the walking parade in downtown Lafayette starting at 7 p.m. Friday. The parade rolls Saturday in downtown Lafayette starting at noon. That parade starts at Parc Putnam and ends at Johnston and Vermilion Streets. The first full parade in Lafayette, from the , rolls at 7 p.m. Saturday. The will begin placing barricades along the parade route on Thursday, Feb. 20, at 8 a.m. Motorists are asked to use alternate routes when possible, allow extra time to get to their destinations, and exercise additional caution and patience while crews are on the roadways. 2025 Acadiana Mardi Gras parade schedule Public Works crews will begin placing barricades Thursday at the start of the parade route (downtown area), starting at the intersection of Jefferson and Simcoe Streets, then along the parade route to the intersection of Johnston and Vermilion Streets. On Friday, starting at 8 a.m., Public Works crews will resume placing barricades from the intersection of Johnston and Vermilion Streets along the parade route to the intersection of Johnston Street and North College Road, near the Albertson's shopping center, then along North College Road to Cajun Field at Gate 1 at Reinhardt Drive, headed toward Congress Street. Barricades will be placed to allow for turning lanes and major cross-overs along Johnston Street and North College Road. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now The Lafayette Police Department will close all streets on and around the parade route one hour before the parades begin. All streets will remain closed until the completion of the last parade. No streets will be open until everyone has been removed from the area and vehicles can travel safely, officials said. Public Works will follow a similar barricade placement schedule starting again on Thursday, Feb. 27, for the parades leading up to and including Mardi Gras Day. The Krewe of Allons 'Kick-Off' Parade rolls at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28, the Lafayette Children's Parade at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, March 1, at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 1 and Queen Evangeline's Parade at 6 p.m. Monday, March 3. On Mardi Gras, March 4, King Gabriel's Parade rolls at 10 a.m., followed by the Lafayette Mardi Gras Festival Parade at 1 p.m. and the Independent Parade at 2:30 p.m. After all the parades have run, Public Works crews will move all remaining barricades to the sides of the roads and clean up along the entire parade route. Lafayette Police asks motorists to use alternate routes when possible, allow extra time to get to their destinations and exercise additional caution and patience while cleanup crews and public safety officers are on the roadways. Teenager shot and killed in Crowley on Sunday, police say More adults are wondering if they have autism: Tips to seek a diagnosis Egg prices are skyrocketing — why isn't the cost of chicken rising, too? Mother arrested after leaving 3 children to live alone for years Louisiana house fire claims the life of 60-year-old man; investigation underway Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
