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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Scratch & Win: Alberta grandfather pranks his family before revealing $200K lottery win
When James Hill of Lethbridge, Alta., scratched his 100X The Cash ticket and saw he'd won $200,000, he didn't tell anyone right away. Instead, he decided to turn the moment into a surprise his family would never forget. 'I lied to my [adult] kids in the car and said I won $45,' said Hill, while claiming his Scratch & Win prize with the Western Canada Lottery Corporation (WCLC). 'Then I went to my grandson's birthday and called everyone to the living room to tell them I'd actually won $200,000!' The $10 ticket, purchased at a 7-Eleven on Columbia Boulevard in Lethbridge, turned out to be a jackpot winner. Hill wanted the reveal to be just as memorable as the prize itself, and it paid off. The unexpected twist left his family stunned. Hill said the reactions — a mix of excitement and disbelief — made the wait completely worth it. 'It feels really good,' he said. Though winning the jackpot came as a shock, Hill didn't take long to decide how he'd spend the money. After years of wanting a new vehicle, he's finally making it happen. 'I'm going to start looking right away,' he said. 'Then I'll put the rest into savings!' 100X The Cash is a $10 Scratch & Win ticket that gives players the chance to multiply their winnings. The top prize is $200,000, with additional cash prizes ranging from $1,000 to $50,000. Players can win in three different ways: by revealing a cash prize in the bonus area, matching numbers in the main game, or uncovering three matching symbols in the side games. You can win up to 10 times on a single ticket. For Hill, the win brought more than just a big prize — it gave him a family memory he will never forget. If you're looking to take a break from gambling, self-exclusion programs can be effective tools. See here for resources that are available across Canada.
BBC News
23-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Iraola on Scott's injury, 'finishing with a win' and Kerkez situation
Andoni Iraola has been speaking to BBC Radio Solent before Sunday's final game of the Premier League season against Leicester City (kick-off 16:00 BST).Here are the key lines from his news conference:In terms of injury news, Alex Scott returned to training today and is wearing a mask to protect his fractured jaw. The midfielder's availability will be assessed tomorrow. A late call will also be made on James Hill's is "very important" to finish in the top 10 after missing out on securing European football this season: "I want to finish with a win. I want to finish a very good season feeling that we have done something good."On the importance of taking three points against already-relegated Leicester City: "I will choose the team that I think will give us more guarantees to perform well and win. For me, it is a very important game."The Cherries go into their final game of the season three points better off away from home than at home this season, so he would like to "level this up at least" and "finish as the team deserves" after a much-improved about only losing to Manchester City and Liverpool by more than one goal on aggregate in the Premier League this season, he responded: "When we haven't been at our very best, we have always thought we have a chance. We have been in games until the very end and I think that's something that speaks very well of the team. I hope we can keep this up for next season."Kepa Arrizabalaga will return to Chelsea following the conclusion of his loan spell and any permanent deal will be "a matter of negotiating with him and with Chelsea". He added that the goalkeeper's "character and experience" has been "very valuable" this currently have three first-team goalkeepers on their books - Mark Travers, Neto and Alex Paulsen - so there will "definitely be changes in that position" over the are plenty of transfer rumours surrounding Milos Kerkez but he confirmed that the defender's situation has not changed: "There is nothing concrete that I know. He has performed really well this season. I understand that there could be rumours and teams that will be wanting to sign him, but we are really happy with him. I don't have any news on him."However Iraola believes that once the transfer market opens, outgoing transfers "aren't in your hands a lot of the time".Despite his wingers picking up various injury problems this season, Iraola is "very happy with their level and performance" and does not feel it is an area he needs to strengthen in the summer transfer he would like to have four wingers fit for every game next season, with the idea being "two to start, two to finish". Luis Sinisterra has had "a very bad season in terms of injuries" and Enes Unal picked up a serious ACL injury so having both of them fit next season will be "really important".Follow all of Friday's Premier League news conferences and the rest of the day's football news
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Yahoo
Attempted murder charge filed against Bellwood man accused of shooting victim during argument on West Side
CHICAGO (WGN) — Felony charges have been filed against a Bellwood man accused of shooting another man during an argument over the weekend on the West Side. According to Chicago police, 40-year-old James Hill has been charged with one felony count of attempted first-degree murder and one felony count of aggravated battery with the discharge of a firearm. Read more: Latest Chicago news and headlines Officers said the charges stem from Hill's alleged role in a shooting which left a 35-year-old man injured. Photo provided by Chicago police shows 40-year-old James Hill who is accused of shooting a man during an argument on the West Side on Sunday, May 4, 2025. The incident unfolded just before 8 a.m. on Sunday, May 4, in the 3800 block of West 14th Street, in North Lawndale, when officers said Hill got into an argument with the victim. The altercation turned physical when Hill allegedly pulled out a gun and shot the other man in the leg. LATEST CASES: Missing people in Chicagoland The victim was later transported to the hospital, where he was listed in fair condition. Hill was taken into custody less than 10 minutes after the alleged shooting. He is set to appear in court on Tuesday for a detention hearing. Currently, it is unclear what led to the altercation and authorities have not provided updates on the victim's condition. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WGN-TV.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
PCC plans to cut Music and Sonic Arts program despite community support
PORTLAND, Ore. () — Portland Community College faculty plan to appeal the administration's decision to axe a program that prepares students for careers in the modern music industry. Director of Public Relations James Hill confirmed that PCC will cut its Music & Sonic Arts program, along with Gerontology, within the next two years — after 'teach-out plans' are developed for the impacted students. 7 Portland weekend events, from Cinco De Mayo Fiesta to live Trisha Paytas show But employees told KOIN 6 they are challenging the decision, noting the program has high enrollment and high retention with each cohort reaching its full capacity. They also noted that it entices students who potentially wouldn't pursue higher education if it weren't for the program. 'As an advisor for the program, I get to work with parents, too, who just would love to have their kids out of the basement and in a learning environment,' Arts Pathway Advisor Darcy Demers said. 'And this attracts many students and professionals out there in the community, which makes for rich classroom discussions and such. But we open doors more than for students who otherwise would not be attracted to school and academia.' Last month, KOIN 6 reported that the college was as part of a 'fiscal sustainability initiative.' Part-time Music & Sonic Arts instructor Rachel Brashear previously revealed faculty members from each program were asked to conduct 'self-studies' to help administrators make their decision. Portland woman dies after snorkeling trip in Hawaii The music program's study showed a 'lack of data to clearly demonstrate that an associate degree or credit certificate/credit credential is necessary to become employed in the field,' Hill wrote in an email. However, Music & Sonic Arts Co-chair Jesse Mejia said the study received positive feedback before faculty members learned the program would be cut. They now have until May 12 to write a three-page appeal in an effort to preserve the courses. 'My feeling is that our administrators have a fairly narrow view of what a music career looks like, and we know that the city is full of music and music tech workers, but suddenly the burden of proof to show that has fallen on us,' Mejia said. According to , Oregon's commercial music industry generated almost $3.8 billion in economic output and nearly 23,000 jobs in 2021. PCC faculty plan to further highlight this in their appeal, which will include statements from students and advisors advocating for the program. OHSU takes public stance against calls to close primate research center 'This community — it's bigger than these few administrators with their decisions,' Music & Sonic Arts Instructor Mary Kadderly, who's taught at PCC for more than 35 years, said. Music Portland has also joined the effort by that asks industry professionals to identify the variety of jobs offered to those with education in contemporary music and technology. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Business Wire
22-04-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Ameresco and Matchbook Learning Host Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony to Mark the Opening of The Match High School and Career Center
FRAIMINGHAM, Mass. & INDIANAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Ameresco, Inc., (NYSE: AMRC), a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers navigate the energy transition, and Matchbook Learning Schools of Indiana, Inc. hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for The Match High School and Career Center on Thursday, April 3, 2025. The ceremony celebrated a key milestone in the more than $20M project. Following a competitive RFP process, Matchbook Learning selected Ameresco to lead all aspects of design, engineering, and construction for the project. The school's campus includes two repurposed industrial warehouse buildings: the main school at 1401 Indiana Avenue and the career center at 1141 W 16th Street. DKGR Architects, an Indianapolis-based architecture firm, was selected by Ameresco as the project's design partner. To ensure the school could welcome its first class of over 50 students for the 2024 academic year, Ameresco expedited construction of the career center, completing that building in summer 2024. Construction of the main school was completed in March 2025, allowing students to transition to the new space for the remainder of the year. 'Ameresco and DKGR have helped us create something truly special: a space that reflects the promise and potential of every student we serve and one that inspires our students to learn and realize their career dreams,' said Sajan George, Founder, Matchbook Learning Schools of Indiana, Inc. 'This belief was evident to everyone at the ribbon-cutting ceremony. An inspiring event and beautiful space.' 'We've worked to develop a space where students can really envision all of the future paths laid out in front of them,' said James Hill, Principal, Matchbook Learning. 'It is incredibly gratifying to work with partners who not only helped us achieve that space but also drove that vision far past what we could have initially hoped.' Among the energy efficiency improvements already installed over the last year are advanced building automation controls, building envelope improvements, insulated thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) roofs, interior and exterior LED lighting upgrades, heat pump hot water heaters and HVAC upgrades. These upgrades will ensure the buildings are resource efficient, leading to long-term cost savings. Additionally, the school's new 165KW photovoltaic (PV) solar and battery energy storage system (BESS), which will provide reliable, renewable backup energy to power the school's operations, is slated to be installed later in 2025. 'We happy to have equipped The Match High School and Career Center with resilient systems and secure energy to support student learning for years to come,' said Lou Maltezos, President of Central & Western USA, Canada Regions at Ameresco. 'Our work to support K-12 education initiatives like Matchbook helps support the next generation of energy innovators.' The Match High School and Career Center is designed to support a comprehensive, technologically enhanced curriculum aligned with Matchbook's mission to provide every student with a clear pathway to success. The career center will offer vocational and apprenticeship programs in construction trades, welding, engineering, and entrepreneurship. By integrating hands-on learning opportunities with advanced energy systems and infrastructure, the school aims to equip students with the tools and experience they need for sustainable careers. To learn more about the energy efficiency solutions offered by Ameresco, visit About Ameresco, Inc. Founded in 2000, Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE: AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. Our comprehensive portfolio includes implementing smart energy efficiency solutions, upgrading aging infrastructure, and developing, constructing, and operating distributed energy resources. As a trusted full-service partner, Ameresco shows the way by reducing energy use and delivering diversified generation solutions to Federal, state and local governments, utilities, educational and healthcare institutions, housing authorities, and commercial and industrial customers. Headquartered in Framingham, MA, Ameresco has more than 1,500 employees providing local expertise in North America and Europe. For more information, visit The announcement of completion of a customer's project contract is not necessarily indicative of the timing or amount of revenue from such contract, of Ameresco's overall revenue for any particular period or of trends in Ameresco's overall total project backlog. This project was included in Ameresco's previously reported contracted backlog as of December 31, 2024.
