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Bastrop man competing in construction challenge to raise awareness about the industry

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:25 GMT

BASTROP (KXAN) — A Bastrop man will go head-to-head against construction workers from all around the world on Tuesday.John Schiedeck, the CEO of Schiedeck Construction Inc., will compete in Caterpillar’s Global Operator Challenge in Las Vegas.He’s one of only nine competitors remaining from a field of over 10,000 folks.The challenge tests workers' skills and knowledge in operating construction machines, something Schiedeck has done professionally for over 16 years.While trying to take home the title, he’s also trying to inspire others to join an industry that's struggled with staffing shortages.According to the Associated General Contractors of America, the biggest challenges with recruiting workers in the industry is that few people have been exposed to construction as a career.“The reason I'm competing is to bring light on the industry,” Schiedeck said. “It's very hard to find people and I want to show that it's a lot of fun.”“I enjoy the precision that you can have in some of the...

35E northbound in Eagan closed until 9:15 a.m. Tuesday after injury crash involving Eagan squad

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:25 GMT

An Eagan police officer was involved in a serious crash on I-35E northbound in Eagan Tuesday morning and a portion of the highway is closed as the Minnesota State Patrol investigates.The officer was taken to Regions Hospital and police are waiting for updates on his condition, said Eagan police Sgt. Rich Evans.The State Patrol said more information would be released when available.The officer was in a marked squad during the crash, which happened on Interstate 35 North at Yankee Doodle Road at 5:09 a.m., according to the State Patrol. I-35E north in the area is closed during the investigation, with traffic diverted at the 97 A-B exit at Pilot Knob Road. Related ArticlesCrime & Public Safety | 2 fatally shot in Andover home, but Anoka County sheriff says there’s no public threat Crime & Public Safety | Intelligence analyst, ‘behavior detection’ officers: A behind-the-scenes look at MOA security Crime & Public Safety | ...

About 80K across the Capital Region without power

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:25 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A major winter storm has caused thousands of residents to lose power throughout the Capital Region and Hudson Valley. Between National Grid, NYSEG, and Central Hudson, about 80,000 people across the area are without power as of 9 a.m. on Tuesday. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The winter storm rolled in around midnight on Tuesday, and has caused bad driving conditions and downed power lines and trees across the region. According to Meteorologists Jill Szwed and Matt Mackie, travel will range from difficult to impossible as the day goes on.Many counties and municipalities have declared state of emergencies and snow emergencies due to the storm. You can check out the latest power outages in the Capital Region on the National Grid outage map below. 3/14/2023: Major winter storm underway Crews are from each electric company are working to restore power to residents. Stick with NEWS10 for updates.

Crossgates Mall closed on Tuesday

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:25 GMT

GUILDERLAND, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Crossgates Mall in Guilderland will be closed on Tuesday due to the severe winter storm. However, various anchor stores, restaurants, and entertainment venues may still be open, and customers are urged to call ahead to confirm their exact hours of operation for the day. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! With power outages in the area, people are welcome to come in and get out of the cold if needed. The center will reopen at 10 a.m. on Wednesday.

Off the Beaten Path: The Tailored Tea

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:25 GMT

LATHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Located near Albany International Airport, you’ll find a charming tea cafe house serving up sweet treats and savory scones. Housed inside a historic farmhouse, you’ll find The Tailored Tea.The Tailored Tea is located at 1010 Troy-Schenectady Road in Latham.

Snow emergency announced in Whitehall

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:25 GMT

WHITEHALL, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Village of Whitehall has declared a snow emergency due to the current winter storm. According to Meteorologists Jill Szwed and Matt Mackie, travel will range from difficult to impossible as the day goes on. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The snow emergency is in effect through noon on Wednesday, March 15. No parking is allowed on public streets for the duration of the emergency.Vehicles parked on public streets during this time will be towed at the owner's expense, said the Village of Whitehall Department of Public Works. Residents should also remove trash cans from roads.

Poplar St. Bridge lane closures happening today

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:25 GMT

ST. LOUIS - There could be delays Tuesday for people driving into Illinois.IDOT will close two eastbound lanes on the bridge from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Tuesday for bridge repairs. Top story: Deadline for Kim Gardner to respond to ousting effort today IDOT suggests using alternate routes if possible, and to be alert for workers and equipment.

Driver crashes into 2 parked cars overnight

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:25 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A driver crashed into two parked cars overnight.That was just before 12:30 a.m. on Jamieson Avenue near Wilmore Park in the St. Louis Hills neighborhood. FOX 2's Nissan Rogur Runner reporter Nic Lopez was at the scene. Top story: Deadline for Kim Gardner to respond to ousting effort today The driver's car was heavily damaged, with its front wheel on the passenger's side nearly torn off. One of the parked vehicles sustained heavy rear-end damage. The driver was not injured, but was taken into custody.

Buy one, get one free on National Pi Day at Eckert's Farm

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:25 GMT

ST. LOUIS - 314 Day is also National Pi Day in honor of the famous number.Eckert's farm is celebrating both with apple pie sales. You can buy one, get one free at Eckert's Country Store. Trending: Battlehawks set attendance record, win in home-opener Part of the proceeds will go to Stem STL.

Russian missile hits Ukrainian apartment building; 1 killed

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:30:25 GMT

By KARL RITTER (Associated Press)KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — A Russian missile struck an apartment building in the center of Kramatorsk on Tuesday, killing at least one person and wounding seven others in one of Ukraine’s major city strongholds in its eastern Donetsk region as it fights against Moscow’s invasion, officials said.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posted a video showing gaping holes in the facade of the low-rise building that bore the brunt of the strike.The Ukrainian general prosecutor’s office and regional Gov. Pavlo Kyrylenko also reported on the attack, posting photos of the building with mounds of rubble in front of it. The impact damaged nine apartment blocks, a kindergarten, a local bank branch and two cars, Kyrylenko said. The war, which erupted after Russia’s launched its full-scale invasion in February 2022, has brought heavy civilian casualties. Tuesday’s victims were among at least seven civilians killed and 30 wounded in ...