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Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Yahoo
Donated bikes get makeover from Cherokee County sheriff's deputies
BAXTER SPRINGS, Kan. — Sheriff's deputies put away the badge and become professional painters. School Resource Officer Anne Sharp and Community Outreach Deputy Rhanda Andrews spent their day refurbishing six donated bicycles. The bikes came from donations following 'National Bike to School Day' earlier this month. Along with a new coat of paint the bikes were checked from top to bottom ensuring everything works. Donated bikes get makeover from Cherokee County sheriff's deputies Boil water advisory issued for city of West Mineral A drone and helicopter brought in to help search for suspect in police chase Two separate high-speed motorcycle chases in Joplin end with arrests in Kansas Columbus Fire opens new training center for firefighters Now they're ready to be used to help teach safety lessons to kids across the county. 'They love interacting on good days and we're just excited to teach them bicycle safety, teach them a few hand signals if they're old enough that day, and then teach them to look both ways when crossing the street and just any questions they have. We're just going to go over and have fun,' said Andrews. The bikes will be used at the schools in Columbus, Baxter Springs, Riverton and Galena. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
WisDOT: Deer crashes rise during late spring, officials urge drivers to stay alert
(WFRV) – With spring upon us, Wisconsin State Patrol and WisDOT officials are reminding drivers to stay alert as deer crashes tend to rise during May and June. After 2024 saw more than 17,000 crashes involving deer in Wisconsin, WisDOT officials are asking drivers to drive at a safe speed, eliminate distractions, and make sure everyone is buckled up. The increase in deer crashes during spring months is due to deer looking for places to give birth and young deer being separated from their mothers. Wisconsin State Patrol provides safety tips to follow on National Bike to School Day 'Deer can be erratic and hard to spot, so it's important that drivers are looking ahead and paying close attention to the sides of the road,' said Wisconsin State Patrol Superintendent Tim Carnahan. 'Spring and fall are the times when we see the most deer crashes. Everyone on the road should be on the watch.' During 2024, nine people were killed and 708 were injured during the over 17,000 incidents, officials say their preliminary data showed. Officials provided the following 10 Wisconsin counties that had the most deer crashes in 2024: Waukesha – 937 Washington – 798 St. Croix – 791 Dane – 770 Sheboygan – 763 Fond du lac – 683 Outagamie – 666 Manitowoc – 645 Walworth – 550 Winnebago – 532 The release also noted a few tips when encountering a deer, including to be on the lookout for more deer if you only see one, and to honk your horn to encourage them to move away from the road. Officials issue reminders as I-41 construction ramps up Officials also say to not swerve if a deer runs out in front of your vehicle, 'brake firmly and stay in your lane, and avoid sudden swerving.' Most deer crashes happen in the early morning and evening hours. If a crash happens, WisDOT provided the following tips: If possible, get your vehicle safely off the road If someone is hurt or the deer is in the active portion of the road, call 911 If no one is hurt and your vehicle and deer are off the road, contact local law enforcement Stay buckled up inside your vehicle and wait for help Getting out of your vehicle and walking along a road is always dangerous Never attempt to move an injured deer. No other information was provided. 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 WFRV Local 5 - Green Bay, Appleton.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Middle school teacher in Green Bay wins National 180 award for outstanding achievement in literacy
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – When one middle school teacher in Green Bay entered her classroom on Monday, she was given quite the surprise as she was selected as a recipient of the 2025 National 180 Awards. According to a release from the Green Bay Area Public School District, Washington Middle School special education teacher Mollianna Fischer was selected as a recipient of the National 180 award. Wisconsin State Patrol provides safety tips to follow on National Bike to School Day District officials say the 180 Awards program is organized by HMH, an adaptive learning technology company, to recognize the progress made by students in the areas of literacy, math, and personal development beyond just their academic pursuits. The National 180 Awards are also given as a way to acknowledge the educators who help guide their students toward success. This year, 397 nominations were said to be submitted throughout the country, with just 57 educators being selected as winners. Mollianna's anonymous nominator stated, 'Mollianna not only provides an academic opportunity for her students to grow, but she also provides an opportunity for the students to take ownership of their learning and fosters their social emotional development.' Missing 18-year-old from North Fond du Lac found safe Officials say the winners of the award were selected based on demonstrated improvements in reading or math while using Read 180 or Math 180, as well as showing dedication to other areas of academic growth. Mollianna received her award through a surprise presentation in her classroom on Monday. 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 WFRV Local 5 - Green Bay, Appleton.
