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Forbes
4 days ago
- Health
- Forbes
Finley Mentzel Aspires To Make Positive Changes In Her Community
Through golf, young people can find more than athletic skill. They can discover a pathway to personal growth, leadership development and lasting community impact. For 17-year-old Finley Mentzel, First Tee has been an integral part of her leadership journey. The guidance and support Finley has experienced through First Tee – Greater Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky have been foundational in developing her character both on and off the course, she said. This summer, Finley attended First Tee's Game Changers Academy. Now in its 25th year, the weeklong event brings together teens from across the country for meaningful discussions on self-awareness, inclusive leadership and community building – skills they will carry with them throughout their lives. 'This experience has inspired me to lead and make a difference on and off the course,' she said. 'I've learned so much and want to create more positive change in my community.' Finley joined First Tee – Greater Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky at age 8 with her older brother, Henry, who's now a First Tee Scholar, and fraternal twin, Tiernan, an attendee at the First Tee's Game Changers Academy in 2024. Throughout her golf journey, Finley has received mentorship that she believes has shaped her into the athlete, student and friend she is. 'First Tee helped me by teaching me life skills in how to manage work, hard teachers and to set smaller goals to accomplish larger ones,' said Finley. 'The First Tee lessons and coaches have helped me accomplish many things both big and small.' Finley currently serves as a volunteer coach and participant advisor, known by her coaches and peers for her patience and ability to connect with participants of all skill levels. Last fall, Finley attended the First Tee Innovator's Forum in Phoenix, Arizona. Her experience resulted in a community service project that aims to connect chapter alumni with current participants. Her chapter is currently working to implement it. Finley plans to pursue a career in the health care industry after college with hopes of someday working in a children's hospital. She hopes to combine her passion for working with children with her desire to make an impact on her community. Alongside AWS and Topgolf Callaway Brands, Mayo Clinic supports First Tee's Game Changers Academy, helping to prepare the next generation of leaders, including those in the health care industry like Finley. First Tee offers a full slate of national participant events, like Game Changers Academy, designed to help teens make connections, build confidence and grow as leaders.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Northern Kentucky University teams up with nonprofit to train mental health care professionals
A mental health care shortage is impacting communities across Kentucky, and now, Northern Kentucky University is teaming up with a local organization to train the next generation of professionals. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Yahoo
Search underway for escaped prisoner in Northern Kentucky
An active search for an escaped prisoner is underway in Northern Kentucky, according to Enquirer media partner FOX19. A man in a black and white jail jumpsuit escaped from the Campbell County Courthouse in Newport Monday morning, according to Newport police. Multiple law enforcement agencies were notified and asked to assist starting around 8:18 a.m. The Campbell County Sheriff's Office and police from Cincinnati, Covington and Villa Hills are involved in the search. FOX19 NOW spotted officers and a K-9 near the bridge over the Licking River between Newport and Covington. Cincinnati police provided drones that are currently searching near Ovations Event Center in Newport. Police also were seen at Newport Landing Dock. So far, few details have been released with several agencies referring FOX19 to the sheriff's office. A sheriff's employee said workers at the courthouse were dealing with a prisoner, and everyone there was too busy on this to provide details at this time. This report was provided by Enquirer media partner FOX19. It may be updated. This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Search underway for escaped prisoner in Newport Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
20-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Heavy rains, thunderstorms pose a risk for flash flooding Sunday in Greater Cincinnati
Heavy rains and thunderstorms could cause flash flooding Sunday in parts of Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. Multiple rounds of thunderstorms to move across the region Sunday afternoon through Monday morning, posing a risk of excessive runoff flooding rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations, according to a National Weather Service alert. From 1 p.m. on July 20 to 11 a.m. on July 21, a flood watch will be in effect for Hamilton, Butler, Clermont and Warren counties in Ohio; Boone, Kenton and Campbell counties in Kentucky; Dearborn County in Indiana; and other counties in the region. Damaging winds and isolated tornadoes are the main severe threat for the region, which forecasters say there is a slight risk of Sunday. Isolated hail cannot be ruled out. Forecasters say people in the storm area, especially those living in areas prone to flooding, should be prepared to take action should flooding develop. Cincinnati 7-day detailed forecast Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 3 p.m. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 100. West wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. Sunday night: Showers and thunderstorms before 2 a.m., then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 2am and 4am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4 a.m. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. Low around 71. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible. Monday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after 8 a.m. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83. Calm wind becoming northeast around 6 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Monday night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11 p.m., then a chance of showers between 11 p.m. and 2 a.m. Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. Light northeast wind. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. Tuesday: A slight chance of showers after 2 p.m. Sunny, with a high near 88. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Tuesday night: Mostly clear, with a low around 67. Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 93. Wednesday night: Mostly clear, with a low around 73. Thursday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Sunny, with a high near 95. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Thursday night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8 p.m. Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Friday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Friday night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Saturday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Source: National Weather Service office in Wilmington, Ohio This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Heavy rains, thunderstorms expected in Cincinnati area Sunday
Yahoo
06-07-2025
- Yahoo
Two men dead after murder-suicide in Fort Thomas, police say
Two adults were found fatally shot in what Fort Thomas police say is an apparent domestic-related murder-suicide. Police said in a Facebook post that while responding to a report of a domestic dispute on Shawnee Avenue at about 11:30 p.m. on July 4, officers received an additional report of gunshots in the area of the Northern Kentucky city. Once officers arrived at the scene, they located two adult males with apparent gunshot wounds. One of the men was pronounced dead on the scene due to what police said was a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Similar: NKY couple found dead in suspected murder-suicide The second man was transported to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. He was later pronounced dead. Police said in the post that preliminary investigations have led them to believe the deaths are a result of a domestic-related murder-suicide. Police have not yet released the names of the men out of respect for their families. This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Two men killed in Fort Thomas murder-suicide, police say
