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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Alec Baldwin's ‘Rust' premieres at iconic Redfield drive-in with SD wranglers in spotlight
A group of Hollywood horse and animal experts from Redfield, South Dakota are bringing their work back home on May 16-17 when the film 'Rust' plays at the Pheasant City Drive-In Theatre in Wrangling, a Redfield-based business has worked on dozens of Hollywood films and TV shows - and last year, they were a part of the just-released western 'Rust.' Stan Schultz started the wrangling business, years ago, and his son, Nick Schultz, continues to provide the expertise film crews need when doing period pieces, like 'Rust.' 'As wranglers, we provide the director and his or her team with stock, stunts, period-specific saddles and tack – whatever they need for a historically accurate film,' said Nick Schultz, who served as head wrangler with a team of about a dozen others on 'Rust.' 'This was among the biggest productions we'd been a part of,' he said. For this production, Nick Schultz and his team brought 34 horses and nearly a zoo-full of other critters for the work. 'Typically we'll supply 15-20 horses, and you need to have all the saddles, bridles and everything else,' he said. 'Filming this one was a real collaboration with the director, the cast and everyone. We were all on the same page: we wanted to make the best possible movie we could.' More: South Dakota is one of the best states in the country, according to US News and World Report The making of 'Rust' is almost a cinematic story itself. The film began production in 2021 in New Mexico, and in October of that year, an incident on set led to the shooting of the director, Joel Souza, and the film's cinematographer, Halyna Hutchins. Hutchins' wound, fired from a prop gun that was supposed to only have blanks in it, was fatal. The film's star, Alec Baldwin, fired the shot that led to the death. The event was investigated, and the armorer for the film, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter and sentenced to 18 months in prison in 2024. Charges initially brought against Baldwin were dropped. Hutchins' husband, Matthew Hutchins, encouraged Souza and his team to complete the film. The production moved to California, and later to Montana, where Nick Schultz and his wranglers met and worked with Baldwin and the other members of the cast. More: South Dakota native brings Hollywood film to St. Cloud 'We were not there when the incident occurred, but for us, we just wanted to do our best in every scene to give the cast and crew our very best,' Nick Schultz said. 'We felt that was the best way we could honor that gal and her family.' Wranglers work with donkeys, pigeons, chickens and horses, but for 'Rust' a special animal was needed: a puppy that looked like the one that was originally in the film about three years earlier, so that footage from both eras could seamlessly come together. 'I have many friends in veterinary and other fields, and I reached out to friends to find a dog with he same facial coloring, because the puppy has a key part in the film,' Nick Schultz said. He found a puppy to fit the bill, her name is Ruby. She did great on camera, and those weeks together led to something special – if not too surprising. 'She's my dog now,' Nick Schultz said. 'She'll be a part of the event at the drive-in. I just fell in love with her over those weeks of staying with me. Ruby was so young, but so smart – everyone fell in love with her.' Just a mile north of Redfield, Pheasant City is among the last 300 or so drive-in theaters in the U.S. When you remember that in the 1950s, more than 4,500 of these entertainment complexes existed, it's inspiring that a local one continues to show films. 'Our place is a piece of American history,' said Stacey Marlow, who owns and operates the drive-in with her husband, Dave Marlow. 'This is our 12th year, and this opportunity to show this film – and make it special – is a real treat.' The couple love movies, and they love hosting families for a unique entertainment experience not far from town. 'We get a lot of visitors from all over, and many people come down from Aberdeen or Watertown,' Stacey Marlow said. 'Sometimes it's people who are doing something they remember from growing up.' The drive-in is family friendly with a robust concessions stand. Rosa and Clark Davis, Stacey Marlow's parents, work the ticket line and make sure everyone feels at home. Nick Schultz said he loves going for the gathering nature of the nights at Pheasant City Drive-In. The event for "Rust" will be slightly different. Nick Schultz and some of his team, including his father, Stan Schultz, will be at the drive-in, in costume, with horses, a coach and other regalia. 'It's an experience,' he said. 'You have kids running around playing, the sun is setting, old music is in the air, the concessions stand is busy, cars lining up and everyone coming to just have a night at the movies.' Although the movie was not shot in South Dakota, many animals hail from the state as do the wranglers, who you might get a glimpse of on the screen. 'If you come, you'll see Nick in the movie, as he was part of the sheriff's posse that plays a key role in the conclusion of the film,' Marlow said. 'I don't want to spoil it. You'll have to come see a local talent on the big screen. We look forward to hosting you.' When: May 16-17 Where: Pheasant City Drive-In Theatre, 17230 Highway 281, Redfield, South Dakota Tickets: $7 for ages 12 and up; age 11 and under are free. Ticket booth opens at 7 p.m. Information: This article originally appeared on Aberdeen News: 'Rust' comes to Redfield: South Dakota wranglers bring Hollywood home
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
California Democratic Assemblymembers to support AB 379
( — In a reversal, democratic Assemblymembers will support Assembly Bill 379, the controversial bill regarding the solicitation of sex from 16- and 17-year-olds, Public Safety Chair Asm. Nick Schultz's office announced Tuesday. Schultz and Asm. Stephanie Nguyen worked with Asm. Maggy Krell, the original author of the bill, on a version that makes it a felony to purchase sex from 16 and 17-year-olds, except when the buyer is within 3 years of the age of the victim. In such cases, the crime remains a misdemeanor. Video: Child sex trafficking bill advances amid controversy (April 29) According to Schultz's office, the bill also funds survivor services and a grant program 'to assist district attorneys in streamlining prosecution of human trafficking crimes.' 'Human trafficking and child exploitation are serious problems in California deserving of tough and nuanced legislative solutions,' Schultz said. 'I am grateful for the leadership of Speaker Rivas, Assemblymember Nguyen and others who have worked tirelessly the last few days to secure a Democratic solution that strengthens California's existing laws and penalties. This is a bill we can all be proud of, and I look forward to closely working together with all of our co-authors to deliver a safer California for everyone, especially our children.' The bill has been a source of controversy in the legislature in recent weeks. The bill failed to pass twice in the Assembly, gaining little Democratic support beyond Krell. The bill only gained enough votes to pass when the primary provision, making it a felony to solicit sex from all minors, was removed. 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 FOX40 News.
New York Post
30-04-2025
- Politics
- New York Post
Calif. lawmakers block bid to make paying for sex with 16- and 17-year-olds a felony
California lawmakers gutted a bill Tuesday that would have made paying for sex with 16- and 17-year-olds a felony charge. Under current state law, creeps who buy sex from minors under 16 face extra fines, jail time, and either a misdemeanor or felony charge. A new bill meant to protect sex trafficking victims, AB 379, would have upped that age to 18, but Democratic committee members demanded the clause be cut before they let the bill move forward in the California State Assembly. Advertisement Nick Schultz is chairman of the Assembly Public Safety Committee, which blocked a key piece of AB 379. Facebook / Nick Schultz The bill's author, Democrat Maggy Krell, who spent two decades overseeing human trafficking cases for the state, called the move a 'disgrace.' 'I've been doing this for 20 years, and I'm not going to quit now. And I am going to bring this part of this bill back every year until I get the books to protect children. That's what I'm going to do,' she told KCRA 3. Krell added that she still supports the current version AB 379, which imposes harsher penalties on 'loitering with intent to purchase sex' — i.e., prowling street corners for hookups — and establishes a fund for sex trafficking victims. Democrat Assemblymember Maggy Krell wrote the bill. Assemblymember Maggy Krell Advertisement Last year, Republican lawmakers pushed for a similar bill to crack down on Johns prowling for underage streetwalkers. They managed to cut a deal with Democrats to lower the felony age cutoff from 18 to 16. Democrat Nick Shultz, chairman of the Public Safety Committee, said the watering-down of AB 379 was a direct result of that previous deal. 'My perspective as chair, there was a carefully crafted deal last year,' Shultz told KCRA 3. 'We're not saying 'no,' but what we're saying is, if we're going to be thoughtful policy makers, we really need to dive deep into this issue.'
Yahoo
11-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Aquarium employees speak out about disturbing practices behind the scenes: 'It's time for legislators to stand up'
Former SeaQuest employees in California have called out animal welfare concerns and exposed key instances and practices that lead to animal neglect and harm. SeaQuest is a chain of interactive aquariums and animal attractions that offer visitors hands-on experiences with animals. Allegations include animals being overworked in customer interactions while receiving inadequate care and even being starved in certain cases. KXTV reported that employees estimated that over 1,000 animals have died at SeaQuest's Folsom location since it opened in 2018. Local California Assembly member Nick Schultz has jumped into action after hearing former SeaQuest employees' concerns. He is proposing a bill aimed at protecting captive wild animals by banning public interactions with certain species like sloths and otters at facilities like SeaQuest. This bill, AB 892, seeks to end harmful practices of companies like SeaQuest that favor profit over animal welfare even to the end of neglect and cruelty. While California is known to be a state often leading the way with animal rights laws, there is room to grow. "Now it's time for lawmakers to stand up and say we can do better in California," Schultz said, per ABC10. A former employee stated that SeaQuest "is run by business people, not animal experts." Unfortunately, SeaQuest's practices are not isolated incidents, as the fight for profits in animal tourism settings has often led to the mistreatment of animals. SeaWorld, Edinburgh Zoo, and elephant sanctuaries have also come under scrutiny. Visitors engaging in animal tourism at a facility such as SeaQuest want to trust that its practices place the animal's well-being first, but unfortunately, this is not always the case. The bill is still in the early stages but has been introduced in the California legislature and is awaiting further discussion and review. It represents a growing movement toward ensuring better treatment and protection for captive animals. Schultz said the bill is just the beginning of a bigger conservation and that action from the public will likely determine its fate. Should the U.S. government ban all products tested on animals? Absolutely No way Only certain kinds of products Let each state decide Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. "Call your lawmaker. Call your assembly member. Call your senator's office," he said. This advice carries beyond this bill, too. Using your voice and voting for pro-climate candidates to begin with is a powerful way to take climate action. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
NBC Sports
09-04-2025
- Politics
- NBC Sports
New bill in Congress would revolutionize college athletics — and end the NCAA
College sports are currently experiencing the chaos they deserve. After decades of corrupt exploitation of athletes under the guise of amateurism, effective enforcement of the antitrust laws has turned things upside down. Now, there's an effort in Congress to throw college sports a lifeline. Via Nick Schultz of a bill introduced to the U.S. House of Representative on Monday would scrap the NCAA for an American College Sports Association. Submitted by Rep. Michael Baumgartner (R-WA), it's called the Restore College Sports Act. The ASCA would have a commissioner, appointed by the president. Terms would include sharing of NIL funds among student athletes, equal distribution of broadcast revenue, and the ability to transfer 'freely' from one school to another. Here's one facet that is destined to draw a strenuous objection from the coaching profession: A coach's maximum annual salary would be limited to '10 times the full cost of attendance at such institution.' Frankly, that provision makes it seem like not a serious piece of legislation. But the underlying problem remains very serious for college sports. They need a solution. They could get one from Congress. It would be far better to come up with their own answer than to leave it to the politicians. Here's the inescapable reality. The best — and perhaps only — effective answer involves unionizing the work force and securing the antitrust exemption that comes from a multi-employer bargaining unit. That would allow the NCAA to operate like the NFL, with a salary cap and other rules for balancing player compensation with competitive equity.
