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Update At: 7/12/2024
The article presents a humorous take on the Festivus holiday, highlighting grievances from the past year in the local community, including layoffs at WAOW, a meaningless resolution by the Stevens Point City Council, and issues with a county referendum petition. It critiques local governance and community engagement while reflecting on the absurdities faced by the Metro Wire staff.
Point/Plover Metro Wire
Columbia High School football player Luke Davis Jr., 17, was killed in a car crash on Highway 11 in Moselle. His girlfriend, Roxana Grimaldo, shared memories of him as a caring individual and a talented kicker expected to receive scholarship offers. The community is mourning his loss, with condolences from neighboring schools. A GoFundMe has been set up to support his family.
WDAM
A fire broke out in the attic of a Phoenix home early Friday morning, leading to one person being hospitalized for minor burn injuries. Firefighters quickly controlled the flames, preventing major damage. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Arizona's Family
A fire at the Bryant Park Winter Village occurred Friday morning, destroying a kiosk and causing minor damage to nearby structures. The FDNY contained the fire within an hour, ruling it accidental due to cooking oil. No injuries were reported, and most holiday shops have reopened.
Spectrum News NY1
A fire occurred at a holiday market kiosk in Midtown Manhattan's Bryant Park, causing damage but no injuries. The fire was extinguished shortly after igniting, and the cause is under investigation. The market is set to close for the season on January 5, while the ice-skating rink remains open until March.
NBC News
A fire at the Bryant Park holiday market in Manhattan, caused by cooking oil igniting combustibles, damaged several shops but resulted in no injuries. The fire spread quickly, affecting at least four shops and the nearby ice rink. Firefighters controlled the blaze in about 30 minutes, and most shops reopened the same day. This incident marks the second fire at a Manhattan holiday market this month, though authorities do not believe the two fires are related.
CBS News
Water production has resumed in Richmond, but residents are advised to conserve and boil water due to ongoing safety concerns. State officials are providing support and resources, including bottled water distribution for vulnerable populations. The situation is critical as the Virginia General Assembly prepares to convene, with state office buildings closed due to the water crisis.
Virginia Mercury
Richmond's water service restoration efforts faced setbacks due to a winter storm and equipment failure at the treatment plant, leading to the closure of state office buildings and a boil water advisory. City officials are working with state agencies to address the crisis, which has delayed the legislative session.
Richmond's water system is operating on half of its filters, leaving thousands of residents without water. Mayor Dr. Danny Avula announced that water restoration is ongoing but has faced setbacks due to equipment failures. The situation is critical, affecting both homes and schools, with no clear timeline for full restoration.
WWBT NBC12 News
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass was overseas in Ghana during significant wildfires in the Pacific Palisades, leading to criticism regarding her absence. Local leaders, including Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson, managed the crisis in her stead. The fires quickly escalated, prompting officials to declare a historic natural disaster, with concerns about the city's preparedness and budget cuts to the fire department. Mayor Bass maintained communication with local leaders throughout the event.
lataco.com