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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Yahoo
State officials emphasize National Safe Boating Week ahead of Memorial Day
This week is National Safe Boating Week, and ahead of Memorial Day weekend and the summer boating season, state officials are advocating for people to take some things into consideration. Before you go out, follow a basic safe boating checklist before and during your excursion. Presque Isle Partnership combines poker and paddleboarding For starters, always wear a life jacket that fits properly. Never boat under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and check the weather forecast before and during your trip. Grandview students learn about the buzz around bees for World Bee Day 'Have a float plan. Send a text, write a note, and let someone know where you're planning to boat and when you expect to return. Plans change when you're out having fun, but keeping someone aware of your location throughout the day can ensure help arrives quickly if you experience a mechanical problem or medical emergency while on the water,' said Mark Sweppenhiser, PFBC's director of boating. According to the fish and boat commission's deputy executive director, nationwide each year, 80% of people who die in boating accidents were not wearing a life jacket. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Politics
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Gov. Kehoe names first 15 communities in Missouri's new Blue Shield program
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Gov. Mike Kehoe has announced the first 15 Missouri communities to earn a Blue Shield designation through the state's new Blue Shield program, which makes them eligible for state funding to enhance law enforcement services. According to a news release from Kehoe's office, in order to achieve a Blue Shield designation, communities 'must demonstrate commitment to enhancing public safety, strengthening support for law enforcement, and building sustainable public safety partnerships.' Kehoe says his office continues to work with the General Assembly to make $10 million in grant funding available for this program. The designation allows communities to access state grants for law enforcement training and equipment. The first 15 Blue Shield recipients include:Arnold Desloge Jefferson County Town and Country Vinita ParkBranson Carter County Cole County Grandview Greenwood Kennett Johnson County Miller County Sedalia Warrensburg 'We are proud to see Missouri communities committed to supporting our administration's top priority – improving public safety and building strong partnerships between citizens and law enforcement,' said Kehoe via a news release. 'We have a number of applications from additional communities that are still under review, and we encourage even more communities to apply.' The Missouri Department of Public Safety administers the Blue Shield Program. Communities can submit applications through June 1 to be eligible. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
01-03-2025
- Sport
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Superstar Spotlight: Sienna Betts, basketball star who will join sister Lauren at UCLA
At 6-foot-4, Sienna Betts has the size of a women's college basketball star. She gets it from her dad. Betts is the No. 2 ranked player on the USA TODAY 25 in '25 Girls Basketball Recruiting rankings, and is committed to UCLA for next season. She grew up in Spain with her 7-foot-1 father, Andrew Betts, who played professionally there after starring at Long Beach State. COLORADO HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL'S ALL-TIME REBOUNDER ‼️Sienna Betts brought down her eighth rebound of the game to get number 1,337 of her careerWatch the moment here:@aurorasports @CCSDATHACT1 @COHoops5280 @PGHColorado @coloradopreps @Grandview_HS @Grandview_TV @CHSAA — Grandview Athletics (@ghswolvessports) February 6, 2025 Sienna Betts will join her sister, Lauren, at UCLA. Lauren was a McDonald's All-American who played a year at Stanford before transferring. UCLA is currently ranked No. 2 in the country behind Texas. Sienna was also named a McDonald's All-American a few weeks ago and is expected to add more size and flexibility to the Bruins lineup next season. That's because while she is an amazing rebounder -- in fact, she is the Colorado high school career record holder -- her shooting range also extends to the 3-point line and she can knock down a shot when left open. UCLA will continue to be a team to watch while either or both of the Betts girls are on the roster. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY High School Sports Wire: Meet Sienna Betts, basketball star who will join sister Lauren at UCLA
