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Austin pharmacy braces for possible late summer COVID, flu spikes

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:21:42 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- After officials with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Austin Public Health predicted a possible late summer wave of new COVID-19 cases last week, one Austin pharmacy is beginning preparations for any early respiratory illness spikes.Staff with the Austin-based Tarrytown Pharmacy said they are already seeing plenty of people coming in and seeking over-the-counter cough and cold medicine or complaining of respiratory symptoms. While that doesn't necessarily mean those symptoms are the result of a COVID-19 case, it does support the CDC and APH's concerns that more respiratory cases are emerging. RELATED: CDC predicts late summer COVID wave. What are levels like in Austin? Part of that emergence could come down to the extreme, extensive heat wave Austin has been experiencing this summer, said Rannon Ching, president and chief pharmacy officer at Tarrytown Pharmacy."It's so hot outside that people are actually crowding indoors and they're going to mal...

Austin's 26-day streak of consecutive 100° days is the 2nd-longest in recorded history

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:21:42 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin is currently experiencing one of the longest stretches of triple-digit heat in recorded history.Camp Mabry, Austin's official weather reporting site, has reached 100° or hotter every day since July 8.That means, as of Saturday, temperatures have reached the century mark for 26 days in a row. With records dating back to the 1890s, that ranks as the second-longest stretch of triple-digit temperatures ever recorded in Austin. MORE HEAT RECORDS: What is Austin's hottest month ever? The KXAN First Warning Weather team is currently forecasting at least seven more days at or above 100°, which would extend the streak past 30 days. That would surpass 2011 as the longest of all time. How often does Austin hit 100°? Here’s a breakdown by date, month, year and decade The record streak currently stands at 27 days, set between July 17 and Aug. 12, 2011. That summer went on to have a record-breaking 90 days of triple-digit heat.Meanwhile, Austin-Bergstrom International A...

Albany man sentenced for kidnapping and robbery

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:21:42 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On August 1, Charles Williams, 34, was sentenced to concurrent terms of 20, 10, and 2 to 4 years in state prison. Williams was convicted of second-degree kidnapping, first-degree robbery, and one count of intimidating a witness in the third degree. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to the indictment, on November 13, Williams abducted a victim. Williams forcibly stole property from the victim while allegedly displaying a firearm. The indictment also alleges that Williams threatened the victim regarding an unrelated legal matter.

Dutchess County SPCA looking for home for its longest stay cat

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:21:42 GMT

HYDE PARK, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- After two years at the Dutchess County SPCA (DCSPCA), 9-year-old Annie has still not found her forever home. This may be because Annie has a rare disorder, said the shelter. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Annie has Feline Hyperesthesia Syndrome, a neurological disorder that causes small focal seizures. When she was surrendered to the shelter in 2021, she started having episodes of chasing and biting her own tail for no apparent reason.After treating her with a medication used for seizures in cats and dogs, Annie improved. According to DCSPCA Shelter Veterinarian Michael A. Berman, she will likely require this medication for the rest of her life. Update: Cat almost euthanized adopted from Dutchess County SPCA "She has not yet been adopted, but finding the right guardian for her is a prolonged process because it has to be someone who understands her condition and will commit to caring for her," said...

Lake George RV Park named #1 dog-friendly campground

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:21:42 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - A national list of dog-friendly campgrounds has featured a North Country location in its spotlight. Lake George RV Park has come in at the #1 spot on "Top 9 for K-9s." Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Written by camping resource website The Dyrt, the article uses AI and user-submitted content to analyze campgrounds popular with pups. The ranking is based on the quality of amenities for dogs, as well as other information gathered from photos and online reviews.Lake George RV Park leads the list off at #1. The article cites the campground's two-acre dog park and quality washing station. Located on Route 149 near the Adirondack Outlets, the RV park includes more than 400 campsites, equipped with power hookups, water, sewer, and wi-fi."The serene atmosphere and beautiful surroundings of Lake George set the stage for a truly relaxing and immersive dog retreat," The Dyrt writes. "Lake George RV Park’s larg...

Weekend activities at Moreau Lake State Park

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:21:42 GMT

GANSEVOORT, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Moreau Lake State Park has announced a slate of educational programs for all ages this upcoming weekend. Registration is required for the Saturday program. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Friday, families are welcome to bring their toddlers to the weekly Wiggly Wanderers program. Participants will wander, roll over logs, and explore toads, worms, and leaves. Strollers are not recommended but baby wearing is welcome. The program begins at 9:30 a.m. at the nature center. Families are encouraged to bring a change of clothes. The program costs $1 per toddler. No registration is required.On Saturday, join an educator for a peaceful morning paddle around Moreau Lake. There are limited rentals available but participants can also bring their own kayaks. The program is for participants 18 and older. The cost is $5 per person or $15 including kayak rental. Registration is required at least 24 hours in ...

Man beaten, robbed near Hodiamont Tracks in St. Louis

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:21:42 GMT

ST. LOUIS - An investigation is underway after a man was beaten and robbed near one stretch of the Hodiamont Tracks in St. Louis. The incident unfolded Tuesday afternoon near the Academy/Sherman Park neighborhood, specifically near a spot where the Hodiamont Tracks intersect with North Kingshighway Boulevard. Illinois village keeps flooding and no one knows why Investigators say the victim, a 51-year-old man, was confronted by four suspects, who then proceeded to beat him and hit him with a handgun. The group took off with the victim's backpack, which contained a firearm, a cell phone and a wallet. The victim told police he knows the suspects by nicknames, but not more than just as acquaintances. No major injuries were reported from this incident. The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department is handling this investigation. If you have any information relevant to this case, contact SLMPD at 314-231-1212.

Suspect arrested in southwest Denver shooting that killed one

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:21:42 GMT

A person was fatally shot in Denver on Wednesday morning and a suspect is in custody, police said.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | El Paso County officials arrest six juveniles in February Falcon homicides Crime and Public Safety | Suspect in Adams County homicide arrested in Castle Rock Crime and Public Safety | Foster mother guilty on all counts in Longmont child abuse death trial Crime and Public Safety | Suspect arrested for investigation of first-degree murder in Denver stabbing Crime and Public Safety | Denver police investigating homicide at Federal Boulevard and 19th Avenue The shooting happened in the area of South Federal Boulevard and West Ohio Avenue, the Denver Police Department said in an 11:29 a.m. tweet.ALERT: #DPD is investigating a shooting in the area of Federal & Ohio. One victim located. Updates to this investigation will be posted to this thread when made available. #De...

Heading to Sturgis? CDOT, CSP planning increased DUI enforcement

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:21:42 GMT

As thousands of motorcyclists headed to the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally start riding across Colorado, state officials announced increased patrols on state roadways.According to a Wednesday news release from the Colorado Department of Transportation, from Aug. 3 to 15, CDOT will partner with the Colorado State Patrol and local law enforcement agencies to increase DUI enforcement and keep impaired drivers off the road as motorcyclists across the country head to the 10-day South Dakota event.Last year, Colorado officers made 308 DUI arrests during the same heightened enforcement period, the news release stated.“If you are planning to drink, you also need to plan a sober ride,” Col. Matthew Packard, CSP chief, stated in the release. “We want Coloradans to enjoy summer activities but also remember to never drive impaired. Rally participants have a long ride ahead of them, and everyone needs to be aware of their surroundings at all times on the road.”Related ArticlesColorado News | ...

Kafer: Weapon targeting dangerous mosquitoes is on the horizon

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:21:42 GMT

West Nile Virus is coming soon to a barbeque near you.Colorado health officials diagnosed the first case of the season late last month in La Plata County. Infected mosquitoes have been detected in Arapahoe, Boulder, Delta, Denver, Larimer, Pueblo and Weld counties. Time to bust out the mosquito repellent. More importantly, dump the stagnant water out of the old tire swing or anyplace where it’s collecting in the yard. Mitigation is the only option until a better solution is found. Fortunately, that solution is on the horizon.Meanwhile, we’re lucky not everyone bitten by a West Nile virus-infected insect will develop symptoms; only 20% will get the fever, aches, swollen lymph nodes, and rash associated with the pathogen, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Of those who are infected, one in 150 will develop life-threatening neuro-invasive symptoms such as convulsions, inflammation of the brain and spinal cord, weakness, high fever, or paralysis. Although chanc...