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104-year-old St. Louis woman shares her secret to a lasting marriage

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:50:50 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Blondie Ott celebrated her 104th birthday on July 4, 2023. What's her secret to living a long life? "The good Lord took care of me. I've just been blessed," said Ott.Ott has a sister who was also born on the fourth of July. She liked sharing a birthday with her sibling.She went to Normandy High School and ended up going to business school from there. That is where she met the man who would become her husband. They were married for 50 years. Ott jokes that the secret to a lasting marriage it to, "Live long, that's all." Missouri’s prescription drug monitoring program to launch soon How did she get the name "Blondie"? Ott explains that she was named Hortense but her husband didn't like it. So he just started calling her Blondie when she was 16-years-old and the name stuck.The couple ran a nursery for 35-years in the St. Louis area. Ott worked in the garden and also enjoyed dancing. We're wishing her a very happy birthday.

Doobie Brothers to perform at Illinois State Fair

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:50:50 GMT

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WMBD) - The Doobie Brothers will headline the Illinois State Fair Grandstand.An Illinois State Fair news release announced that the rock band will perform on Aug. 12.For more than 50 years, the Doobie Brothers have been delivering roots-based guitar-driven rock and roll, which recently earned them an induction into the 2020 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.“It is not often we get an opportunity to have a band that has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame play at the Illinois State Fair,” said Illinois State Manager Rebecca Clark. “The Doobie Brothers transcend generations making this a show for all fairgoers.” Illinois State Fair box office opens Thursday Tickets for the Doobie Brothers will go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. at the Illinois State Fair Box Office or on Ticketmaster.More information on the Illinois State Fair is available on its website.

University of Missouri study shows support increases breastfeeding rates for moms

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:50:50 GMT

COLUMBIA, Mo. - While it may take a village to raise a child, that same effort can help increase successful breastfeeding rates for moms, according to a new study.The study at the University of Missouri Sinclair School of Nursing is helping researchers understand factors that influence new moms.Karry Weston, a doctoral student at the MU Sinclair School of Nursing, interviewed 18 women in Missouri who chose to breastfeed their babies about what helped them make the decision.The women live in rural Missouri, where breastfeeding is less common, according to the study. SLMPD investigating several overnight shootings Grant funding from the National Institutes of Health helped pay for the study.The study found when the women were educated about the benefits of breastfeeding and also had support of family, friends, or co-workers who also chose to breastfeed as moms, the stigma surrounding breastfeeding declined.“There was one woman in particular who was from a very rural area and she tol...

Colorado places mental health facility on second serious designation in 6 months

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:50:50 GMT

State regulators have again flagged concerns inside a Colorado mental health facility north of Denver.Johnstown Heights Behavioral Health has received its second “immediate jeopardy” designation, the state’s most serious for a mental health hospital.In April, state inspectors moved in on Johnstown Heights after complaints about the facility prompted a visit. Their recent report cites the facility’s failure to keep patients safe.The inspection details an incident where multiple employees, including senior-level managers, carried a patient out of the facility by her arms and legs and dumped her into the parking lot. That patient was being treated because of suicide threats.The most recent findings follow other disturbing accusations regarding patient care by former employees.Related ArticlesHealth | Denver-area hospitals expand mental health and addiction treatment, but “we just need more” Health | Finalized DPS safety pla...

Folsom finale: Dead and Company says goodbye to Boulder

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:50:50 GMT

Under the cover of a dark gray July sky, more than 30,000 fans of Dead and Company gathered Monday at Folsom Field to say goodbye to the last remaining vestiges of the legendary rock band.Dead and Company, a continuation of the iconic Grateful Dead, has been captivating audiences with their unique blend of rock, folk and psychedelic improvisations since their formation in 2015. Comprising original Grateful Dead members Bob Weir and Mickey Hart, along with John Mayer, Oteil Burbridge, Jay Lane, and Jeff Chimenti, the band has carried forward the spirit and musical ethos of the Dead, enchanting old and new fans alike.After two nights at the football field, guests of the July 3 show looked a bit disheveled and rather disgruntled as they filed into the venue, but as soon as the opening notes to the first song started playing, all bets were off. This night was to be the third and final evening of the tour’s Boulder leg, and fans wanted to soak in every single moment.“I can’t believe this...

Fireworks-related air pollution reaches dangerous levels in Los Angeles area

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:50:50 GMT

Air pollution reached dangerous levels in the Los Angeles area Wednesday as fireworks smoke lingered across the region.The South Coast Air Quality Management District issued an air quality alert for L.A., Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties where particulate matter (PM2.5) readings soared into the mid-200s in some locations.Short-term pollution levels, especially in Southern California’s Inland Empire, were among the worst in the world Wednesday, even topping China and India.A map showing air pollution levels in the Los Angeles area. July 5, 2023. (South Coast AQMD)The alert extends through Wednesday evening.“Breathing of fine particulate matter can lead to a wide variety of cardiovascular and respiratory health effects such as heart attacks, asthma aggravation, decreased lung function, coughing, or difficulty breathing and may lead to premature death in people with heart or lung disease,” South Coast AQMD said in its advisory.Pollution levels between 101 and 150 are consi...

Google created a more useful tablet. Here's how.

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:50:50 GMT

I don’t typically recommend Android tablets over the iPad because the experience can be inferior. But now, Google has done something interesting with its new Pixel Tablet.It's an Android tablet with great hardware and software, but it's more useful at home.That's because it comes with dock that charges the tablet when you're not using it and it doubles as a digital photo frame.It's the perfect homebody!The box comes with both the 11-inch tablet and the dock. At this time, you can't buy them separately.The tablet magnetically attaches to the dock, which doubles as a charger and speaker.Pixel Tablet's software is clean and fast - it's basically a giant pixel phone.There’s a fingerprint sensor to unlock at the top and 128 gigabytes of storage standard.The best part about this tablet is that it’s aways ready for you since it’s always charging. Google has built in some software smarts that won't charge the tablet all the way so it preserves the life of the battery.When you’re not using t...

Man Dies in Pedestrian Collision on Jefferson Street [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:50:50 GMT

Man Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Accident near 11th AvenuePHOENIX, AZ (July 5, 2023) – Thursday evening, one man was fatally struck in a pedestrian collision on Jefferson Street.Police responded to the scene around 9:00 p.m., near 11th Avenue on June 29th.According to reports, the driver of an eastbound SUV struck a man who was standing outside of a marked crosswalk.Upon impact, the driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.Meanwhile, medical personnel pronounced the male pedestrian dead at the scene. Although, authorities have not yet released his identity.Emergency crews blocked off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup operations. Following preliminary duties, officers ruled out impairment as a potential factor.The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of the deceased man. May the memories of your loved one give you strength in the days ahead.Losing a loved one in a pedestrian acc...

Father Killed, Daughter Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash on East Comstock Road [Linden, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:50:50 GMT

Man Dead, 11-Year-Old Girl Hospitalized after DUI Accident near Duncan RoadLINDEN, CA (July 5, 2023) – Friday afternoon, a father was killed and a daughter was hurt in a two-vehicle crash on East Comstock Road.Authorities responded to the scene around 2:30 a.m., near North Duncan Road.Per reports, the male driver of a vehicle ran through a posted stop sign and was consequently struck by another car.Medics arrived and and pronounced the man, who was suspected to be under the influence, dead at the scene. Meanwhile, paramedics took his 11-year-old daughter to a nearby hospital for further treatment.In addition, crews also say the other driver sustained minor injuries.Following preliminary duties, officers suspect that impairment may have been a contributing factor. At this time, San Joaquin County Officials are asking anyone with information about the Comstock Road DUI crash to contact them as soon as possible.Sincere sympathies to the family and friends of the the deceased man....

Negative Approach Hangs with Dwarves

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:50:50 GMT

Negative Approach Hangs with Dwarves: Detroit’s hardcore kings Negative Approach have a loyal fanbase here in SoCal, and this show with Dwarves is going to be wild. Like, crushing circle pit-wild. Limbs flying like the opening scene of Saving Private Ryan-wild. Be prepared! No/Mas and Knoll also perform.Of a recent set with the Circle Jerk’s, we said “There are few hardcore frontmen more naturally intimidating that John Brannon, a man who sounds like he’s gargling broken glass. His stare burns through lead, as he prowls the stage. Honestly, we would have liked to have seen them further up the bill but we doubt the NA guys give a shit. Songs such as ‘Tied Down’ and ‘Ready to Fight,’ plus covers of the Stooges’ ‘I Got a Right’ and Sham 69’s ‘Borstal Breakout’ are the perfect appetizer.”This writer wrote a cover story for the Detroit Metro Times on John Brannon back in 2010, and he said that, “When we started Negative Approach, we held onto our back influences, like Alice Cooper and De...