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CBS News
26-05-2025
- General
- CBS News
After losing two homes in wildfires, Paradise couple rebuilds and urges preparedness
Butte County couple who lost homes in Park, Camp fires gears up for another fire season Butte County couple who lost homes in Park, Camp fires gears up for another fire season Butte County couple who lost homes in Park, Camp fires gears up for another fire season PARADISE – The Baker family is no stranger to the rebuilding process, as they lost their home in the Park Fire last July. Before that, in 2018, they lost everything in the Camp Fire. "We went up and recovered what little we could out of the fire zone," Ken said. Their family never expected to see another home reduced to rubble-less than six years after the Camp Fire. "We've just been putting our lives back together, really," Ken said. Ken is an Army and Air Force veteran, working for years at the VA clinic in Chico while continuing to work while picking up the pieces. "Take advantage of the fact that people are willing to help you," Ken said. As they stare down another unpredictable fire season, Ken is leaning on his experience serving our country. "Everything in the military is teamwork, and you count on the person on your left and the person on your right to cover you when things are bad," he said. Fire crews are asking people to do what they can now, ahead of triple-digit days, like creating defensible space. "We did all of that up in Cohasset," Sylvia said. "And you know, when the fire comes, it comes. It won't matter what you have, what you don't have. It'll take everything." But for the flames that can't be stopped. The Baker's urge everyone to keep important papers close, and a bag packed. "It's good to have those things in to-go mode," Ken said. Ken and Sylvia chose to rebuild in Paradise once again. "The house that we bought is under the new codes, so it has sprinkler systems in it, and an alarm, and it's made with more fire-retardant materials," Ken said. They're using their loss as a lesson and a mission to help others. "When the opportunity comes, pay it forward," Ken said. "So, if you have the opportunity to help somebody that you know is going through this process, reach out and help." Ken and Sylvia are still navigating the insurance process and sometimes something as simple as updating their address can take months. They really stress the most important thing is to have important documents in an easy-to-grab folder if you find yourself facing the threat of flames.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Yahoo
One year later: Parents reflect on life, death of daughter and son-in-law killed in Haiti
NEOSHO, Mo. — One year ago, gang members took the lives of Davy and Natalie Lloyd — a local missionary couple serving in Haiti. 'I wasn't expecting today to hit as hard as it did,' said Naomi Baker. For Ben and Naomi Baker, the one-year anniversary of their daughter and son-in-law's deaths, has been filled with emotion. 'It's hard to believe it's been a year,' said Ben Baker. 'My heart woke up with that lost feeling, and I was jarred awake with it just that today's one year, but it feels like the day after,' said Naomi Baker. On May 23, 2024, Davy and Natalie Lloyd — missionaries working in Haiti — were murdered during violent gang riots that crippled the country. 'Just thinking back over the year, how we have tried to get through this, as a family, and really it comes down to just the prayers of so many people,' said Ben Baker. Since that day, Natalie's parents say they've received a tremendous outpouring of support. 'I mean, I can't say enough about the people in our life. The Joplin and Neosho community, the state of Missouri, just so many people. Our home church and our pastor. Everyone everyone's been so kind to us,' said Naomi Baker. They say the legacy Davy and Natalie left behind helps keep them strong. 'There's no doubt that future generations will know who Davy and Natalie Lloyd were,' said Ben Baker. In honor of the couple, construction is underway on the Davy and Natalie Lloyd Academic Center on the campus of Neosho's Ozark Bible Institute. As for Ben and Naomi, the tragic loss has given them a new purpose. 'I don't believe that our connection in Haiti ended with Davy and Natalie. I don't believe that. We're committed to doing whatever we can to help the innocent people of Haiti,' said Naomi Baker. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
RNZ News
14-05-2025
- Sport
- RNZ News
Kaea Karauria remembered as quiet, respectful student
Kaea Karauria. Photo: Supplied A 15-year-old boy who was killed in a fight in Napier is being remembered as a quiet and respectful students who was full of creativity and skill. In a post on social media, Napier Boys High School said Kaea Karauria's death had deeply saddened their community. "His passion for sport was like a superpower. Sport lit him up from the inside... particularly evident in his excitement to represent NBHS in the U15's team last year. "He embraced the opportunity to play alongside old friends and prove his talent," they said. The school said beyond the sports field, Karauria was also a valued presence academically and was described as "quiet, respectful, and full of creativity and skill". "These glimpses into his passions highlight the well-rounded young man he was," the post said, Napier Boys is encouraging any students or staff who need support to reach out to their guidance counsellors, deans, and trusted staff. A relative of Karauria's posted on social media saying his body was at the whānau's home. "Our whānau will open the doors to share Kaea with you all from 3PM TODAY , the Uncles will be on the fence to make sure our whānau space is upheld until then," she said. Kaea Karauria. Photo: Supplied Porritt School has also taken to social media to express their sadness and remember Karauria, who was a 'proud Porritt School old boy'. "We wish to express our condolences, and to send our love and support to the Karauria, Loughlin and Baker families at this incredibly sad time. "We as a kura have been deeply saddened to learn of Kaea's passing. We acknowledge that Kaea's loss will be felt across the rohe by many. The death of a such a young man, with so much to offer is very difficult to comprehend," it said. The school described him as a "child of immense talent". "We remember well, his kindness and regard for others. Kaea was a boy that was the pou herenga for his friendship group, the hitching post that bound others together. "His love for chasing an oval ball around a rugby field saw him named 'Player of the Tournament' as a rugby player in the school team that won the 2020 Spooner Shield," they said. His artistic ability was also noted. "He won a design competition when a revamp of our Pride Award was called for. He worked with a designer to update our Pride Award based on his winning entry. Kaea Karauria's Pride Award. Photo: Supplied "We still hand out Kaea's Pride Award every week to a child from each learning space," Porrit School said. Adding that the school has added the kōwhaiwhai to the foot of the award to fully honour Karauria's initial design and his legacy. "We are grateful for this very visible taonga he has left for us as a kura," said the school. Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero, a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
