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PHOTOS: Removal of Barton Springs tree 'Flo'

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:08 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The removal process for a beloved landmark at Barton Springs Pool began this week. The Austin Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) said a leaning tree known as "Flo" needed to be removed due to ongoing structural defects combined with a confirmed diagnosis of brittle cinder fungus. PARD said the fungus has no cure and would cause the tree to fail, creating "a life safety hazard." PAST STORY | Group pitches last-chance plan to save historic Barton Springs tree Flo Removal was scheduled for Thursday. As of Friday morning, overhanging parts of the tree were already cut off and removed, leaving behind the main trunk. Barton Springs Pool tree, known as Flo, removed. (KXAN Photo/Todd Bailey) Barton Springs Pool tree, known as Flo, removed. (KXAN Photo/Todd Bailey) Barton Springs Pool tree, known as Flo, removed. (KXAN Photo/Todd Bailey) Barton Springs Pool tree, known as Flo, removed. (KXAN Photo/Todd Bailey) Barton Springs Pool tree, known as Flo, removed. (KXAN Photo...

With opioid use on the rise, experts warn so is Hepatitis C, stress need for testing

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:08 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- One recovering addict is hoping the Austin advocates handing out the Narcan at the Austin City Limit Music Festival will ask one important question, “have you been tested for hepatitis C?”Devin Lyall is stressing the importance of hepatitis testing after contracting the disease.“I encourage anyone who's providing services to individuals seeking recovery, or people who use drugs to encourage testing for every single person that walks through the door," Lyall said. Naloxone to be handed out for free at ACL music festival for the first time “I became addicted to opioids after an ankle surgery where I was prescribed opioids for pain. And I ended up eventually -- due to forming the disease of addiction -- becoming an IV drug user."Lyall is now the founder of a nationally recognized drug recovery group and said she has been cured of the disease thanks to treatment.“Hepatitis C is number one, known as a silent disease. Many times people don't have symptoms and too much ...

Naloxone to be handed out for free at ACL music festival for the first time

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:08 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- For the first time, anyone walking around Austin City Limits Music Festival will have the option to snag a free opioid overdose reversal treatment and get training on how to use it. "The nationwide fentanyl overdose crisis is affecting many different aspects of our communities, and while it’s not unique to festivals we see this proactive measure as an important opportunity to educate and arm a large group of like-minded people with information and tools that can save lives," ACL festival organizers told KXAN. This Must Be The Place co-founders William Perry and Ingela Travers-Hayward on their way to Austin, Texas, for Austin City Limits Music Festival (Courtesy: This Must Be The Place)Austin City Limits Music Festival is partnering with nonprofit This Must Be The Place to educate festival goers at all of its events, including Austin City Limits Music Festival, about the dangers of fentanyl and how to use opioid overdose reversal medication, naloxone (commonly known ...

Why Ascension Seton hospitals are glowing pink

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:08 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 Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:08 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 Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:08 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 Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:08 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 Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:08 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 Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:08 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 Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:08 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...