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4 clerks facing fines after ‘underage vaping operation’ at more than two dozen stores in Virginia

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:21:34 GMT

Four store clerks in Leesburg, Virginia, are facing fines after police say they were caught selling tobacco vaping products to underage costumers.The Leesburg Police Department conducted an underage vaping operation at 29 tobacco retail establishments and charged clerks at four of those businesses, according to a news release.The clerks worked at the Sheetz on California Drive; Jock’s Exxon on West Market; Tobacco King and Vape on East Market Street; and Leesburg Tobacco & Vape on East Market Street.The clerks, who range in age from 18 to 57 years old, were each issued a summons charging them with violating the Virginia Code, which was amended in July 2019 to outlaw the sale of “tobacco products, nicotine vapor products, and alternative nicotine products” to anyone under 21 years of age.The violations are punishable with a fine.“Operations like these send a clear message to retail establishments in town, that they are responsible for training their staff ...

Falcons guard Matt Hennessy out for season with apparent knee injury

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:21:34 GMT

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Guard Matt Hennessy is done for the season after the Atlanta Falcons placed him on injured reserve Wednesday with an apparent knee issue.Hennessy, who has played 41 games with 22 starts over the past three seasons with the Falcons, was expected to battle for the No. 1 spot at left guard during the preseason.His injury would seemingly hand the starting job to rookie Matthew Bergeron, a second-round pick from Syracuse.Hennessy went down July 28 — the third day of training camp — while blocking on a running play. He walked off the field with a trainer but hasn’t practiced since.Coach Arthur Smith has declined to specify the nature of the injury, other than to say it was related to something Hennessy dealt with a year ago. The lineman went on the injured list last November with a left kneecap ailment.Hennessy also served as Atlanta’s backup center, a position he had started at before losing the job to Drew Dalman a season ago. That prompted a move ...

Kentucky gubernatorial rivals Andy Beshear and Daniel Cameron offer competing education plans

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:21:34 GMT

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear proposed awarding the largest pay raise in decades to Kentucky’s public school personnel, upping the ante Wednesday in his competition with Republican challenger Daniel Cameron, who offered his own plan to boost salaries and overcome pandemic learning setbacks.The rivals in the November election outlined ideas for boosting K-12 education on back-to-back days, staking out positions on an overarching issue. Their gubernatorial showdown is one of the nation’s most closely watched this year as the Democratic incumbent tries to win reelection in the red state.Beshear garnered strong support from teachers in winning the governorship in 2019, naming an educator as his running mate and vowing to make education his top priority. Cameron is trying to make inroads, having apologized for an ex-GOP governor’s feud with educators and unveiling a plan to boost starting teacher pay and develop tutoring programs for students who fe...

Highway robbery: Watch out for auto maintenance cost and repairs

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:21:34 GMT

A mechanic is seen working on a car in this stock photo.(Getty Images/iStockphoto/Kunakorn Rassadornyindee) A mechanic is seen working on a car in this stock photo.(Getty Images/iStockphoto/Kunakorn Rassadornyindee) If your summer travels take you on the highway, pay attention to vehicle and maintenance repairs because it could cost you a pretty penny.“I think a lot of shops know that many drivers don’t know what their car needs during these maintenance sessions,” said Kevin Brasler, executive editor of Consumers’ Checkbook.Brasler said they used undercover shoppers who evaluated 229 auto repair shops, including dealerships in the D.C. area.They discovered that many shops charged astonishin...

I-70 closed for mudslide near Glenwood Springs

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:21:34 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Interstate 70 was closed on Wednesday after a mudslide dumped onto the road.I-70 was closed in both directions between Dotsero and West Glenwood, or mile point 116-131. I-70 closed through Glenwood Springs? Here’s how to detour Garfield County's 911 Center posted about the mudslide just before 6 p.m. Cameras from the Colorado Department of Transportation show mud covering the roadway at mile post 120.85, near the Grizzly Creek Rest Area.Mudslides remain a risk along that stretch of I-70, where the Grizzly Creek burn scar remains. Unfortunately, a closure of I-70 through Glenwood Canyon may add hours to your journey. See how to detour here.While mudslides closed the interstate for weeks in July 2021, there was “very little flooding” last summer, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation. Travel officials expect even fewer closures in the canyon this summer.

Why bears in Colorado like trash

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:21:34 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The number one bear attractant related to property damage by bears in Colorado is, by far, trash.Trash was to blame for 1,075 cases of property damage by bears in 2022. The next highest attractant was livestock at 377 cases, according to reports from Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Beware of hungry bears packing on the pounds before Colorado winter Bear's natural diets consist of berries, nuts, plants and fruits. So, what inspires such a trashy diet?The short answer is that bears are smart and can stock up on calories more efficiently by dumpster diving than scavenging for berries.Trash, with a side of garbageMost bear incident reports in 2022 happened when bears were in hyperphagia, which is an increase in feeding activity driven by biological needs, according to CPW. Hyperphagia is during the late summer and early fall months, particularly August through October, when bears are packing on the pounds ahead of a long winter's nap.Bears will spend up to 20 hours each ...

Drawing classes, live performances among new additions to Lincoln Road’s entertainment lineup

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:21:34 GMT

Lincoln Road is definitely not the road less traveled, and with all its fun and flair, it’s easy to see why tourists and locals love to check it out. Now the outdoor mall is adding more to its entertainment lineup, with drawing classes and live performances. We’ve got a peek at all the fun to come.The temperature may be hot, but it’s got nothing on all the fun at Lincoln Road Mall.Anabel Llopis: “There’s always something happening on Lincoln Road. From live music to drawing classes to free yoga classes, there’s always something happening.”And it’s all for your enjoyment.Anabel Llopis: “Everything we do on Lincoln Road is for our community. It’s one of the places people come and gather and really have a great time.”Grab some Messi swag from the Adidas Inter Miami pop-up, or enjoy tunes from the men and women in uniform.How about blending the rules during the Drink and Draw class at Habitat Hyett?Kyle Hyett: “Habi...

Kellogg’s launches Eggo-flavored liqueur Boozy Brunch in a Jar

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:21:34 GMT

Eggo is getting boujie with Boozy Brunch in a Jar.This 40-proof liqueur tastes like toasted Eggo waffles, sweet maple syrup, rich butter, with a hint of smoky bacon.Kellogg’s collaborated with Sugarlands Distilling Company to create the unique flavor. It’s available in select stores nationwide.

In ‘Landscape with Invisible Hand,’ weird-looking aliens want to know what love is

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:21:34 GMT

What if aliens invaded, but they ended up just being kind of friendly. A new movie starring Tiffany Haddish features some unusual E.T.s. Turns out they’re not interested in world domination; they just want to learn about love. Pretty deep, right? Actually, it’s laugh-out-loud ridiculous.Asante Blackk (as Adam Campbell): “You’re kidding me.”A very different kind of alien invasion arrives on earth in “Landscape with Invisible Hand.”Asante Blackk (as Adam Campbell): “Hey, park somewhere else! People live down here!”The footrest-sized invaders are entertained by watching human interactions.Tiffany Haddish plays the mother of a teenage son who signs up to stream his relationship.Tiffany Haddish: “This woman that’s trying to figure out how to take care of her children in this very difficult, trying time where it’s like, I don’t know, it’s a lot of tones in that movie that we’re dealing with today, an...

Levant Restaurant brings taste of Middle East to Coral Gables

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:21:34 GMT

Miami is a huge melting pot of people with all different backgrounds and cultures. And food, please don’t forget food.Alex Miranda joins us to tell all about a new restaurant that’s getting real about Middle Eastern food.I live pretty close to this next restaurant, so if y’all are watching, I’ll see you after work.This Levantine hot spot has brought the Middle East to Coral Gables … so, say it with me: habibi, come to Levant!When it comes to Iraqi cuisine and other Middle Eastern foods, Levant in Coral Gables will impress.Mohammed Ahmed: “We’re creating something that’s a little bit different, that’s unseen in Miami.”Fed up with the lack of traditional Iraqi dishes from back home, this family-owned business knew they had to step in and take charge.Mohammed Ahmed: “Every time I go to a place, I eat kibbeh, I eat manaqish, I eat lamb, and I’m like, ‘That’s not how my grandmother makes it.’ To me, I wan...