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Why Ascension Seton hospitals are glowing pink

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:39:11 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Every night in October, Ascension Seton said its hospitals would be glowing pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.Ascension Seton said it would serve as a reminder for women to get regular mammograms.The hospitals that will glow pink this month include:Ascension Seton Medical Center AustinDell Seton Medical Center at the University of TexasAscension Seton HaysAscension Seton WilliamsonAscension Seton BastropAscension Seton Edgar B DavisAscension Seton Smithville.“One in eight women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetimes,” Ascension Seton said. “Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women and the second leading cause of death among women in the U.S.”According to Ascension Seton, early diagnosis helps increase survival chances.“Do not delay annual screenings, as early detection is critically important to the best breast cancer outcomes,” Ascension Seton said.

West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan voters will see questions on operating levy, technology funding on November ballot

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:39:11 GMT

Voters in the West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan School District will see two questions on the November ballot — whether to approve an additional operating levy to bring in $731 per student and renewing a previously approved capital project to fund technology.District officials say the additional operating levy will allow them to maintain class sizes and avoid budget cuts to programs and staff.For elementary school, class sizes curently are about 23.5 students average per classroom.For middle school, they are 28 average per classroom and for high school, they are about 34.5 average per classroom.The additional levy would increase annual taxes on an average-priced house in the district by $153 or $12.75 a month for the average-priced house of $350,000 in the district.TechnologyThe renewal of the capital project to fund technology will allow the district to continue to fund technology improvements, including devices for students and staff, internet access and fiber connectivity...

The Loop NFL Picks: Week 5

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:39:11 GMT

Chiefs at Vikings (+5½)Swifties are all abuzz wondering whether Travis Kelce’s new pal, Taylor Swift, will be in Minneapolis on Sunday for this Super Bowl IV rematch. If the pop star passes on the chance to watch the 1-3 Vikings, it will be the biggest disappointment for Minnesota music fans since Lizzo’s last few lawsuits.Pick: Chiefs by 8From left, Taylor Swift, Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman react during the first quarter of an NFL football game between the New York Jets and the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Oct. 1, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)Packers at Raiders (+1½)A Green Bay fan raised eyebrows last week by pouring his beer on Detroit’s Amon-Ra St. Brown when he did a Lambeau Leap after scoring a touchdown. HIstorians have stressed for years that there’s no rarer site on Earth than a Cheesehead sacrificing even a drop of intoxicants.Pick: Packers by 3GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN – SEPTEMBER 28: Amon-Ra St. Brown #14 of the Detroit Lions cele...

Jurassic World Live roars into MVP Arena

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:39:11 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Jurassic World Live is at the MVP Arena, taking you back in time and bringing prehistoric giants to life. The entire show features different species with over 20 life-size dinosaurs bringing the production together. Cast members rehearse for three months with dino-teers working to carry over 100 pounds to create the interactive experience. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “The way that you walk is kind of like the single ladies walk," Carlos Caraballo, Cast Member, said. "It takes them a little while to learn that and get used to doing that for 10 minutes at a time. After that, they have to be able to put on 140 pounds of weight and be able to do that.” The show runs Oct. 6-8 at the MVP Arena, tickets can be bought here.

Bruce Springsteen announces rescheduled US tour dates for 2024

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:39:11 GMT

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) -- At the end of September, Bruce Springsteen announced he was postponing all remaining 2023 tour dates with The E Street Band until 2024 out of an abundance of caution for his peptic ulcer disease.Now, Springsteen has officially announced on X, formally known as Twitter, that he's rescheduled the postponed 2023 U.S. tour dates. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! This decision comes after he announced in early September that he would be postponing all of his September concerts, including his show scheduled for September 19 at MVP Arena in Albany.The following list includes the rescheduled 2024 U.S. tour date with its 2023 original date:March 19 - Phoenix, AZ @ Footprint Center (rescheduled from Nov. 30, 2023) March 25 - San Diego, CA @ Pechanga Arena (rescheduled from Dec. 2, 2023) March 28 - San Francisco, CA @ Chase Center (rescheduled from Dec. 10, 2023) March 31 - San Francisco, CA @ Chase Ce...

WWE Superstar Bayley holding autograph signing ahead Smackdown event at Enterprise Center

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:39:11 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Wrestling fans can meet up with one of their favorites before Smackdown Friday night at the Enterprise Center. WWE Superstar Bayley will be hosting an autograph signing and taking photos with fans at the Cricket Wireless store on St. Charles Rock Road. Those who attend can win prizes, and there will be an emcee to hype fans at the event. First-of-its-kind tech in Missouri debuts at Ameristar St. Charles It's from 10:00 a.m. to noon.

St. Louis man gets 30-year sentence for child rape

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:39:11 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY – A St. Louis man, identified as a serial offender, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for the rape of underage children. The sentencing took place on October 5th.Anthony Davis, 31, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for the rape and sodomy of two children under the age of 10. The crimes occurred between January 1, 2016, and May 31, 2016. Disturbingly, the victims were the children of Davis’ ex-girlfriend. This Missouri town’s water is testing above the limits for radium During the trial, the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney's Office presented two victims, aged 7 and 8 at the time of the offenses. The jury reviewed messages in which the girls disclosed the abuse to their mother.Despite the defense's claims that the victims were lying to harm Davis, the jury firmly rejected this argument.Davis had previously been convicted of two counts of domestic assault, 2nd degree, kidnapping, and robbery, 2nd degree. As a result, he was convicted and sentenced...

Rams star Cooper Kupp expected to play Sunday

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:39:11 GMT

Good news, Rams fans. Cooper Kupp is back.The star wide receiver is set to play this week against the Eagles after sitting out the first four games on the injured reserve list, according to The Athletic's Dianna Russini. "WR Cooper Kupp is expected to play against the Eagles barring any setbacks, per sources," she wrote on X, formerly Twitter. "The Rams are being cautious, keeping him on a count at practice. I'm told he's felt good enough to extend for the football, even making a one-handed grab."Kupp suffered a hamstring injury in the preseason.The Rams have been 2-2 in his absence, and while rookie wide receiver Puka Nacua has performed admirably, the team has been missing the MVP of Super Bowl LVI.The Rams kick off against the undefeated Eagles at 1:05 p.m. Sunday.

Search for missing runner shuts down part of Rocky Mountain National Park

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:39:11 GMT

A rugged section of Rocky Mountain National Park has been closed during the search for a trail runner missing for more than a week.The area of about 5 square miles was made off limits to the public starting at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5, to minimize scent distractions for dogs being used in the search for Chad Pallansch, said officials at the Colorado park.Related ArticlesNational News | Magid: Polly Klaas tragedy changed how we look for missing children National News | Charlotte Sena’s alleged kidnapper caught after his predawn visit to her family’s home, police say National News | Missing girl, 9, found safe, suspect in custody in New York National News | Coast Guard suspends search for missing swimmer following apparent shark attack near Point Reyes National News | Point Reyes: Search underway for missing swimmer following reports of shark attack off of Wildcat Beach An experienced trail runn...

Hugh Jackman to ‘open up about his life like never before’ in new memoir

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:39:11 GMT

Hugh Jackman reportedly has some “bombshell” secrets about his life that he plans to share in a new memoir he’s been working on since he and his wife Deborra-Lee Furness announced their split after 27 years of marriage.Us Weekly reported Thursday that the Australian actor, 54, is in the early stages of writing a tell-all book, a process that has been “healing” for him as the book promises to deliver some “bombshell” revelations.“The content will be Hugh speaking about his life,” a source told Us Weekly. “He’ll be opening up about his life like never before.”Fans, of course, will wonder what these “bombshell” revelations involve. Could the “X-Men” actor open up about the reasons that he and Furness, 67, split? Yes, according to Us Weekly, whose source said: “Hugh’s choosing to (write this book) now because he’s finally (being) honest with himself (and his) divorce” and “this book is the first step.”NEW YORK...