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Glow Holiday Festival returns to CHS Field with many lit-up wonders

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:33:01 GMT

Glow Holiday Festival is back!That zillions-of-lights walk-through display that debuted at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds in 2020 (as a drive-through event because of COVID), and moved to the CHS Field last year, again wowed stadium visitors on Thursday night.The lit-up wonders included a reindeer pulling a sled, a forest of white trees, a tunnel, and a bunch of gigantic Christmas presents set up along the main concourse.You can even make S’mores over a fire.The festival runs through Dec. 31 (not every day, so check glowholiday.com).Your tickets, purchased via TicketWeb, entitle you to enter the event beginning at 5 p.m., and remain as long as you like. You can arrive as late as 8 p.m. Closing time is 9 p.m.Related ArticlesThings to Do | Justin Torres and Ned Blackhawk are among the winners of National Book Awards Things to Do | Como Zoo reveals baby giraffe’s name on Give to the Max Day Things to Do | Movie review: ‘The Hunger Games...

No injuries in Glens Falls house fire

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:33:01 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Multiple fire departments responded to a house fire on Glen Street in Glens Falls around 10 a.m. Thursday. The fire broke out on the second floor of a two-family home. It was empty at the time except for two pets that were evacuated safely. Smoke damage was limited to the second floor, although there was some water damage on the first floor. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Fire departments are typically busier during the colder months of the year. Firefighters said there are simple steps you can take to stay safe."Please put batteries in your smoke detectors -- that will save everybody," Glens Falls Fire Cpt. Ric Stafford said. "That will help save everybody, get them out of the house in time, and if you have an open door, close that door. That will give you some time."The Red Cross is helping those displaced by the fire. The cause is still under investigation.

Bills aim to modernize NY trails

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:33:01 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A new package of bills is aiming to modernize New York's outdoor trails. Assemblymember Pat Fahy introduced the Greenway Trails for a Green Future Act.The legislation is meant to enhance safety on trails, create more funding for maintenance, and grow New York's tourism industry. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "The beauty of New York -- the history of New York -- drives millions of visitors each year, and we want to build upon that because it's good for our health and extra good for our economy," Fahy said.According to the latest report from the state comptroller, outdoor recreation provides $21 billion of economic activity in New York.

Kickin’ It with Kiz Podcast: Will the real Colorado Avalanche please stand up?

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:33:01 GMT

In this edition of the Kickin’ it with Kiz podcast, columnist Mark Kiszla joins us from a remote location where he discusses his betting beats and the Colorado Avalanche with Denver Post beat writer Corey Masisak.Are the Colorado Avalanche legitimately title contenders based on their dominant wins or pretenders based on their lackluster losses?Where will Patrick Kane land? Do the Avalanche have any interest in the vet on the last legs of his career?Kiz bets big after a pair of losses last week.The Kickin’ it with Kiz podcast is brought to you by Argonaut Wine & Liquor, featuring Buffalo Trace.Subscribe to the podcastSoundCloud | iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | RSSProducer: AAron OntiverozMusic: “Bumble Bees” by Schama NoelWant more sports news? Sign up for the Sports Omelette to get all our analysis on Denver’s teams.

Colorado Rapids set to name Chris Armas head coach, sources say

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:33:01 GMT

The Colorado Rapids are set to announce the hiring of Chris Armas as the club’s next head coach Friday, numerous club sources told The Post.Armas, 51, was most recently an assistant and co-interim head coach at a pair of famed English Premier League clubs: Leeds United earlier this year, and as an assistant coach at Manchester United during the 2021-2022 season.The Long Island native has prior head coaching experience in Major League Soccer, first with the New York Red Bulls from 2018-2020, where he compiled a 33-27-11 record and led them to a Supporters Shield in his first season, and then with Toronto FC in 2021, where he lasted 11 games.Armas’ pro playing career spanned 13 seasons, 10 of which were with the Chicago Fire, where he played a crucial part behind winning four U.S. Open Cup trophies and the 1998 MLS Cup. At the international level, he made 66 appearances for the U.S. Men’s National Team and won two CONCACAF Gold Cups.Colorado had its worst season in c...

Interstate 70 reopens at Vail Pass after crash

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:33:01 GMT

Westbound Interstate 70 reopened at the summit of Vail Pass after a crash closed the highway for approximately 90 minutes, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation.The closure was reported at 5:42 p.m. near exit 190, and the highway reopened at 7:15 p.m., according to CDOT.#I70 westbound: Road closed due to a crash at Exit 190 – Vail Pass Summit. Slower speeds advised. https://t.co/WtK39NZMJZ— Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) (@ColoradoDOT) November 17, 2023Get more Colorado news by signing up for our Mile High Roundup email newsletter.

Authorities warn of dangerous crimes targeting drivers in SoCal

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:33:01 GMT

Authorities in Orange County are warning motorists to be aware of two different types of scams targeting drivers, one of which involves a dangerous crash-and-grab style robbery similar to an incident captured on cameras on the 10 Freeway in Los Angeles in late October.  According to officials at California Highway Patrol, thieves staged another crash-and-grab robbery on Nov. 14 at the Beach Boulevard on ramp to the northbound 405 Freeway near the Huntington Beach-Westminster border.  The staged collision involved two suspect vehicles, a maroon Infiniti SUV and a white Ford Explorer.  “Several suspects, dressed in dark clothing and wearing masks, approached the victim’s vehicle, robbed the victim at gunpoint of U.S. currency, jewelry, and fled the scene in the white Ford Explorer,” a CHP news release stated.  Investigators told KTLA’s Orange County Bureau Chief Chip Yost that there have been several such cases in the last few years and that the targets of these vi...

Fosters needed for Orange County animal shelter after historic hangar fire

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:33:01 GMT

An Orange County animal shelter is in crisis following the massive fire that destroyed a historic hangar in Tustin.The OC Animal Care shelter is located dangerously close to the WWII-era blimp hangars which means the animals have not been able to step outside due to poor air quality.The hangar fire that first ignited on Nov. 7., has spewed asbestos and other toxins into the air while prompting closures of all area schools and public parks.The structure has continued to see flare-ups and smoldering hot spots for over a week after county and city officials declared a local state of emergency. As crews continue cleaning up the toxic debris, the Tustin animal shelter is in desperate need of emergency foster homes as the animals have nowhere to play or be free from their kennels.Dogs needing emergency foster homes amid the local state of emergency caused by the destructive hangar fire in Tustin. (KTLA)Dogs needing emergency foster homes amid the local state of emergency caused by the des...

Wonderland 2023 Talks Psychedelic Progress and Living Longer

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:33:01 GMT

The third annual installment of Microdose’s Wonderland show in Miami was another weekend to revel in the psychedelic progress of the moment; this year featured longevity, too. The weekend featured over 267 speakers. The halls and stages were stuffed with things worth checking out. Wonderland noted that the speaker lineup was diverse with 126 females making up almost half of the pack, and they brought with them a diverse array of experiences. Many of the 178 sessions weren’t necessarily speaker-driven, there were also a lot of inward focusing workshops.The weekend would see 2,363 attendees taking part. This number does not include sponsors, staff or speakers; there were  61 sponsors in total supporting the event. The smaller venue than last year made everything feel a bit more packed. The conference’s main sponsor was PsychMD, the ketamine telehealth network we recently profiled. Connor Haslam, Microdose’s CEO, was thrilled to see what he and the team were able to accomplish in...

6-year-old boy struck by FedEx driver in Montgomery Co.

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:33:01 GMT

A child was injured when a FedEx truck struck him Wednesday afternoon in Silver Spring, Maryland, according to Montgomery County police.Officials told WTOP it happened at approximately 4 p.m. in the area of Manchester Road and Schuyler Road. Police responded to the report of a struck pedestrian and found the 6-year-old suffering from minor injuries.Police said the truck driver stopped to ask the child if he was OK, before leaving the scene. Shortly after leaving, the driver returned.The 6-year-old was taken to the hospital to treat his injuries which police described as “minor.”It isn’t clear whether the driver will be charged. WTOP has reached out to FedEx for comment on the status of the driver’s employment with the company.The approximate location of the incident is on the map below. Source