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1 in 5 Central Texas kids go to bed hungry

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:26:23 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Summer break is not always a good thing for all Central Texas families with food insecurity on the rise."Last summer, district-wide, we served about 20,000 meals," Chris Weddle, Del Vale ISD executive director of communications, said. ‘They were eating one meal a day’: More college students face food insecurity Del Valle ISD is one of many districts in Central Texas that offers free meals during the summer, not only to students but to community members, as well."During the school year a lot of our families depend on our school meals and that is really an extension of that into the summer," Weddle said. "We are very proud to be able to open up five of our locations for summer meals for anyone in the community 18 and under to come."Bahar DiFranco, who has three kids in Del Valle ISD, said she's happy to see these programs."It allows us time to be together, the kids like coming to the school," DiFranco said. "It helps financially because then I don't have to think abo...

Nicholas Kristof: The revolution on your plate

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:26:23 GMT

In 1971, a half-dozen graduate students at Oxford University held what was perhaps the first protest of the modern animal rights movement. They insisted that respecting animals was a moral imperative.And the world changed.No, not right away. But one of those students, a young Australian philosopher named Peter Singer, turned his ideas into a transformative 1975 book, “Animal Liberation,” that was initially mocked for overreach. “The animal movement was still widely seen as crackpot,” Singer recalls.Yet to anyone who thinks that ideas are irrelevant in a practical age, think again. His arguments stirred a slow-motion revolution that has changed the way we treat other animals.Singer has just issued a new edition of the book, updated and titled “Animal Liberation Now.” It’s a monument to the remarkable spread of the ideas he articulated in 1975. At least nine states and the European Union now ban veal crates, hen cages or tight stalls for sows. The top supermarket chains in America hav...

East Metro girls lacrosse player of the year: Lakeville South’s Emily Moes

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:26:23 GMT

Lakeville South is the defending state champion, undefeated and the top seed heading into this week’s girls lacrosse state tournament, where it will kick off quarterfinal play at 5 p.m. Tuesday against Elk River/Zimmerman at White Bear Lake Area High School.The Cougars are quickly developing a dynasty of sorts. The success is all built off a philosophy of teamwork on both ends of the field.“That’s the kind of offense and defense we play at South, just kind of that mentality of it’s not a singular person scoring a goal or making a good play,” senior attack Emily Moes said. “It’s a team doing it together.”That’s the mantra the program has possessed for years. Of course, mindsets and approaches only stick if they’re represented by a team’s best players. Which is why Lakeville South has been so successful with its ways.Moes lives that philosophy.“She moves the ball, she gives it to other people, she drives and draws attention,” Cougars coach Joel Tornell said. “She’s a part of our team ...

Asylees in Albany want work, not a handout

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:26:23 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Confusion still lingers in the Capital Region about the services being provided to the recent asylees that have reached Albany. NEWS10 breaks down the confusion as the asylees are trying to acclimate to their new home. Capital Region community centers ready to help Asylees When the first busses of asylees made it to our neighborhood, members of Capital District LATINOS say there was confusion amongst our city and county leaders from the beginning.“We found out that buses had just arrived, and we had not been notified we were not told what time of day. They arrived late at night. And so that was kind of the beginning of a very dysfunctional communication,” said Dan Irizarry, Chairman of the Board, Capital District LATINOS.Some think the asylees are using area resources. Greg Sheldon, the founder of Eden’s Rose Foundation, says that is simply not true.“They haven't received the permission to work so they can't cover their own basic needs and then the governme...

Young girl rushed to fire station, hospital after shooting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:26:23 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A 5-year-old girl is being treated for a gunshot wound at a local hospital after being shot Monday afternoon.According to a spokesperson for the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, the shooting happened around 4:35 p.m. in the 1600 block of McLaren Avenue.The victim was shot in her right side. She was brought to a nearby fire station for immediate help. EMS then took the girl to the hospital.She was said to be conscious and breathing.This is a developing news story and will be updated later as more information becomes available.

Rockies’ Kris Bryant “frustrated” by injuries but he ignores critics

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:26:23 GMT

Kris Bryant admits he’s frustrated by his injuries. But the Rockies’ high-priced outfielder said he’s doing his best to tune out criticism about his inability to stay on the field.Since signing a seven-year, $182 million contract in mid-March of 2022, Bryant has spent more time in the training room than on the playing field. With Bryant on the roster, the Rockies had played 229 games entering Monday night’s game at Boston. Bryant, 31, had played in 92 of those (40%).A back injury, followed by plantar fasciitis and a heel bruise in his left foot, limited him to 42 games last season. He played in 50 of Colorado’s first 67 games this season but has been on the injured list since May 31 with what the club says is a left-heel bruise.Bryant, however, said Sunday that the plantar fasciitis still “comes and goes.”“Definitely, it’s frustrating, for sure, when you want things to feel one way, but they don’t,” he said. “I’m keeping a ...

Climate change supercharging wildfires in California, researchers say

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:26:23 GMT

Human-caused climate change is largely responsible for an explosion in wildfire damage in California over the past quarter century and the problem is only going to get worse in coming years, according to a study from the University of California.Researchers found that between 1996 and 2020, wildfires consumed five times as much land in California as they did in the 25 years prior from 1971 to 1996.“The 10 largest fires in California history have all occurred in the past two decades, and five of those have happened since 2020,” said Amir AghaKouchak, a UC Irvine professor of civil and environmental engineering. “Through our study, it has become clear that [human-caused] climate change is the major driver of this increase in wildfire damage.”Burnt vehicles are seen in Greenville, Calif., after the Dixie Wildfire Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021. (AP Photo/Eugene Garcia)For a paper published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, researchers from several UC schools used climate mod...

Pop Baby’s Debut Single “Jimmy D” is Sure to Energize Listeners

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:26:23 GMT

Rising pop artist Pop Baby has recently unveiled his latest single, “Jimmy D,” now available on all major platforms. Inspired by his hometown nightclub, “Jimmy D’s on Carson,” in Pittsburgh’s Southside, this catchy track came to life the day after Pop Baby’s first visit to the venue.Originating from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Pop Baby embarked on his musical odyssey at a young age, mastering the piano and diving into voice and dance during his formative years. Determined to pursue a full-time career in music, he immersed himself in the thriving Pittsburgh music scene and eventually caught the ear of Paul Marshall, an executive at DO IT Records, who recognized Pop Baby’s talent and potential.Fueled by the intoxicating spirit of the night and the sheer joy of the experience, he collaborated with his producer to create a song that encapsulates the essence of that unforgettable evening. With its electronic-infused and upbeat sound, “J...

The Power of Connection: How Stefania Zois Fosters Profound Bonds in the Wellness Industry

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:26:23 GMT

A dynamic force is breathing new life into the wellness industry in a world hypnotized by flawless filters and aesthetic perfection. Stefania Zois, the bold and charismatic creator of Body Krush and Krush Shapewear, stands as a beacon of authenticity amidst a sea of impersonal interactions. Defying traditional norms, she transforms beauty and wellness from a solitary pursuit into a journey of profound connections.Having honed her skills over a decade in the health, wellness, and beauty sectors, Zois is not a novice to the business. She is a licensed Medical Esthetician with advanced laser skincare experience and a Master Postoperative Lymphatic Massage Practitioner. With the audacity of a seasoned veteran, she has traversed the wellness landscape, consistently reinventing herself while staying ahead of the curve.Driven by an insatiable hunger to empower others, Zois is focused on fueling the transformation of individuals into the finest versions of themselves. With Body Krush, her t...

Building Brands From Scratch: The Silke Hensel Story

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:26:23 GMT

How do you fast-track your career and achieve the pinnacle of success?  If you’re Silke Hensel, you accomplish this feat through dogged determination and relentless innovation. Silke’s story is one of building brands from scratch, reinventing the fitness and wellness sector, and empowering young professionals to make their mark in the industry.Silke’s journey began in the tumultuous world of entertainment and advertising where she honed her talent with agencies recognized among the world’s finest. The skills acquired during this brand strategy and development period would become the cornerstones of her illustrious career. Her systematic approach, extensive brand-building expertise, and keen understanding of target audiences laid the groundwork for her ascent. Combined with her unique conviction that companies, just like people, have the potential to not just exist but to thrive, Silke also saw her own career thrive.Fueled by ambition and guided by her formidable know-how...