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USA Today
5 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Dylan Cardwell signs contract with Kings G League Affiliate
One of the most influential members in Auburn basketball history will start his first proffesional season in the NBA G League. Center Dylan Cardwell, who finished his Tigers career with a program record 166 games played, signed a contract with the Sacramento Kings G League Affiliate, the Stockton Kings, earlier this week. Cardwell's two-way contract comes off the heels of an impressive NBA Summer League stretch which saw the center collect 2.3 points, 0.7 blocks and 3.3 rebounds per game over a six-game span. The five-year contributor at Auburn flashed the effort and motor that made him a fan favorite on the Plains throughout his Summer League stint, leading to plenty of highlight level dunks and blocks throughout his campaign. While Cardwell wasn't quite impressive enough to earn a contract with the big league squad, the un-drafted rookie now has the chance to develop in a Kings system that lacks top-end front court talent. Auburn's all-time winningest player is unlikely to turn himself into a double-digit scorer in the NBA, but relentless defense and a keen knack for finding rebounds could lead to success in the G League, and possibly the NBA. Dylan Cardwell finished his Auburn career with 700 career points, 641 rebounds, and 211 blocks in 166 games played. He ranks among the top 5 in games played (first), blocks (fourth), and offensive rebounds (second). Contact/Follow us @TheAuburnWire on X (Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Auburn news, notes, and opinion. You can also follow Brian on Twitter@TheRealBHauch
Scoop
28-07-2025
- Business
- Scoop
New Planning Tool Tests How Zoning Changes Can Reduce Future Flood Risk
A new land-use model, funded by the Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tū Ake, gives planners a powerful new way to explore and test how different policy and investment decisions could reduce flood risk—before putting them into practice. Developed by Dr Robert Cardwell of Market Economics, the model allows users to test the knock-on effects of different flood policy settings in a virtual environment. 'Urban planning decisions are hard to reverse,' says Dr Cardwell. 'Once zoning rules are applied and infrastructure is built, the consequences last for decades. Our model helps avoid a situation where, 10 years after a development is approved, a major flood hits and people ask, 'Why was this allowed in a floodplain?'' While the model doesn't forecast exactly how many homes will be built in specific places, it helps planners and decision-makers understand the drivers behind urban development, anticipate where future risks may emerge, and test options for reducing those risks. With 12% of New Zealand's housing stock located in flood hazard areas—mostly in urban centres, and particularly in Auckland and Canterbury—this work comes at a critical time. Housing continues to be built on flood-prone land, often without enough risk mitigation. To test the model, Cardwell used Auckland as a case study. He applied floodplain data to simulate a future where urban land in flood-prone areas was rezoned as Discretionary—the second most restrictive category. Over a 50-year period, this policy setting led to significantly less development in high-risk areas, including: 1,200 hectares (19%) less of lifestyle block development 300 hectares (11%) less standalone housing 86 fewer (23%) terraced housing developments 'These changes reflect a wide range of factors,' explains Dr Cardwell. 'Things like neighbouring land use, terrain, accessibility, zoning, population growth, and time since last land use change all influence where development goes.' The model also suggests that restricting development in risky areas doesn't mean development stops altogether. 'In the Auckland scenario, nearly 75% of the development that couldn't happen in flood-prone zones shifted to nearby areas with lower flood risk,' says Cardwell. Dr Wendy Saunders, NHC's Smarter Land Use Planning Champion, says the tool is a valuable step toward balancing risk-based decisions with the ongoing demand for housing. 'Smarter land-use decisions can help us avoid disasters that are often entirely predictable,' she says. 'No model can perfectly predict future technologies, policies or immigration patterns, but tools like this can help councils and decision-makers determine the most suitable policies for their communities.' Next, Cardwell hopes to integrate economic and transport models alongside the land-use change model. 'With more parameters, we could start to compare the immediate economic impacts of frequent flooding with different development choices over long-term, ultimately helping reduce New Zealanders' homes to future natural hazards.' The Natural Hazards Commission Toka Tū Ake exists to help New Zealanders prepare for and recover from the impact of natural hazards. One of the ways we do this is by providing natural hazards insurance for homes and residential land.
ABC News
27-07-2025
- ABC News
Three people charged over alleged highway robbery of tourist near Cardwell
Police are investigating reports a German tourist was robbed at gunpoint at a highway rest stop in Far North Queensland. It is alleged three people confronted the 18-year-old man at a rest stop on the Bruce Highway, at Cardwell, late yesterday. Police said he was threatened and robbed at gunpoint, with the offenders stealing his vehicle. The car was later located near Townsville and the occupants charged with two counts each of armed robbery while in company. A 26-year-old man, a 27-year-old woman and a 17-year-old boy are due to face court in Townsville on Monday. Cardwell is a quiet fishing community with about 1,500 residents, located halfway between Townsville and Cairns, on the Bruce Highway. Cassowary Coast Mayor Teresa Millwood said the allegations were shocking. "It's really upsetting that somebody would come to our quiet community and do such a terrible act," she said. "To have that done to anybody is a disgrace, let alone a backpacker that will go away from our beautiful community with a terrible memory. "I just have no words really."
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Lynchburg community celebrates life of Rev. Dr. Owen Cardwell Jr.
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) — Hundreds gathered at Diamond Hill Baptist Church in Lynchburg on Saturday to celebrate the life of pastor, professor, and civil rights activist Dr. Owen Cardwell Jr. He died on May 12, at the age of 78. 'There was an ordinary man who became an extraordinary person in the hands of an extraordinary god,' said Cardwell's wife of 38 years, Flora Cardwell during the eulogy for her late husband. She delivered the eulogy at the same pulpit Cardwell preached from on Sundays as pastor of Diamond Hill Baptist church, a role he took over in 2021. Cardwell made a name for himself in the Hill City in 1962 at just 14 years old, when he became one of the first two African American students to enroll at E.C. Glass High School, beginning the integration of public schools in Lynchburg. 'He didn't look for fame,' said Flora Cardwell after the service on Saturday. 'He wasn't looking for recognition. His father just told him what he needed to do, and he was following his father's directions.' Later in 1962, Cardwell met Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who inspired him to participate in the civil rights movement. Cardwell worked as an activist throughout his life, seeking to bring communities together by building people up. He did so everywhere he went, including in his hometown of Lynchburg. 'He was a civil rights leader not just in title, but in truth,' said Lynchburg Chief of Police Ryan Zuidema. 'His words echoed through the halls of schools, church sanctuaries, and even our police department.' Cardwell's friends say he set an example for others in hopes they would draw inspiration from it. 'He gave all he had on the front side, with the expectation that you would take it and run with it,' said Cardwell's 'spiritual son,' and close friend, Jason Boswell. Cardwell's family and friends say that in the wake of his passing, the best way to honor him is by continuing his life's mission. 'I know for me, I'm going to continue to teach and preach because he taught me,' said Flora Cardwell. 'He was my mentor. Though he was my husband, he was still my teacher, my mentor, and my friend.' 'This is a great day,' said Boswell. 'It's etched in stone on my mind, and I will carry on that legacy.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Yahoo
Attorney: Officer violated man's rights in traffic stop shooting; settlement talks underway
A man is demanding justice after a traffic stop ended with him being shot in the leg by a Jacksonville police officer, not with her weapon, but with his legally-owned firearm. The officer involved, Mindy Cardwell, has since been fired, and newly surfaced video from her internal affairs interview is revealing how a routine traffic stop spiraled into what the victim's attorney said was a major violation of his rights. Jason Arrington was pulled over in December near North Main Street and 27th Street in Brentwood. He had reportedly run a red light, but denied this. During the stop, he told officers he had a legally owned gun on his waist. Officers instructed him to step out of the vehicle so they could retrieve it. In a recorded interview with internal affairs, Cardwell described her attempt to remove the firearm. RELATED: Jacksonville officer who shot man in leg during traffic stop terminated 'I tried to pull the metal clip, holster, and gun from his waistband. It was not coming out. I put my hand on the handle of the gun to get leverage, and the gun went off,' Cardwell said. Arrington was shot in the leg. His attorney, Kay Harper Williams, said the shooting caused lasting physical damage — and that Arrington now walks with a cane and suffers ongoing pain. Williams is currently in settlement negotiations with the City of Jacksonville. She said what happened during the incident is a violation of Arrington's Fourth Amendment rights. RELATED: Man shot with his own gun during traffic stop with Jacksonville officer speaks The Fourth Amendment protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government, according to 'What we are accusing them of is a clear Fourth Amendment violation when the officer made the decision to seize Mr. Arrington's firearm and initiate this unlawful removal from his waist,' Williams said. The case has drawn national attention, recently featured on the True Crime News YouTube channel, which has more than 5 million subscribers. The video includes clips from the body camera footage and the internal affairs interview, along with commentary from Arrington and his legal team. [DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks] At one point in the interview, Cardwell admitted she initially wasn't sure how the firearm discharged, but later concluded her own mistake played a role. 'I think I set myself up for failure by transitioning from my dominant hand to my not dominant hand,' she said. JSO cited incompetence when terminating Cardwell's employment. [SIGN UP: Action News Jax Daily Headlines Newsletter] Williams said if the city does not agree to a settlement, her next step is filing a federal lawsuit. 'We have not yet filed a lawsuit. However, we are in the settlement negotiations with the city. If that breaks down, then we absolutely will move forward and bring this case to federal court right here in Jacksonville,' Williams said. She also said this case highlights the urgent need for more detailed officer training when it comes to safely handling firearms and respecting the rights of law-abiding gun owners. Click here to download the free Action News Jax news and weather apps, click here to download the Action News Jax Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Action News Jax live.
