2025 at Armstrong County Memorial Hospital
the son of the late Robert Franklin and Pauline Emma (Crytzer) Adams
and he was a lifelong resident of the community
he was a machinist at Allegheny Ludlum in West Leechburg
retiree's luncheon at King's and meeting friends for coffee and BS'ing at King's
Left behind to forever cherish his memory includes his sons
Norman (Jocko) Adams and William (Herk) Adams
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m
at the funeral home with Pastor Theresa Peace officiating
with an additional hour of visitation prior to the service.
chief jailer at the Cumberland County Detention Center
when she started out as a detention officer before climbing to the top of the ranks in 2014
“She is a dedicated member of her church and a passionate published writer,” a statement from the Sheriff’s Office said
“Major Adams cherished her family and had a passion for travel.”
A 1990 graduate of Terry Sanford High School
Adams is the married mother of three adult children
Her daughter also works for the Sheriff’s Office
In April, Adams listed her self-published book, “Learn from the Greatest Networker: How Jesus Built a Movement, Not Just a Team,” on Amazon
“Tandra Adams unveils the Kingdom principles behind how Jesus handpicked
and multiplied a team that changed the world
This isn’t just another leadership book—it’s a spiritual guide for entrepreneurs
and ministry leaders who are tired of hype and ready for Holy Spirit-led growth,” the book’s synopsis reads
the Sheriff’s Office adorned her department SUV with a memorial flower arrangement and blue ribbon
It was parked prominently outside the detention center by the afternoon
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Bogertey said Adams impact in the community reached beyond the walls of the jail when her concerns launched a backpack giveaway program for students
The idea came to Adams after she worried about the children of incarcerated individuals not having gear for school
the Sheriff’s Office hosts a giveaway each August where all students can get a backpack of school supplies and a haircut
"Her sudden passing is a profound loss for both our agency and the community
We ask that you keep her family and the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office Detention Center in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time," the Sheriff's Office statement said
Adams' cause of death was not immediately known
Norton can be reached at fnorton@fayobserver.com
(This story has been updated to correct Adams' alma mater.)
Winnipeg Jets coach Scott Arniel, Washington Capitals bench boss Spencer Carbery and Montreal Canadiens coach Martin St
Louis were named first-time finalists for the Jack Adams Award on Friday
The award is presented annually to the head coach who has "contributed the most to his team's success."
guided the Jets to their first Presidents' Trophy in franchise history after finishing his first season as the team's head coach with a 56-22-4 record
He replaced the retired Rick Bowness behind the bench in Winnipeg
led the Capitals to an Eastern Conference-best 51-22-9 record
He is bidding to become the fourth Capitals coach to win the award
guided the Canadiens back to the playoffs for the first time since 2021
Their 91 points were 15 more than the team recorded last season
Spencer Carbery of the Washington Capitals and Martin St
Louis of the Montreal Canadiens were announced on Friday as the NHL’s Jack Adams Award finalists
The award is presented annually to “the coach adjudged to have contributed the most to his team’s success.”
Carbery guided the Capitals to the league’s second-best record while deftly navigating star captain Alex Ovechkin’s pursuit of the NHL’s all-time goals record
Ovechkin’s chase never became a distraction
who finished atop the Eastern Conference standings a year after qualifying for the playoffs as the conference’s final wild-card team
Carbery was not a finalist for the Adams last season — a surprise given how little was expected of that squad
These Capitals were not preseason darlings among prognosticators
Two of the three Adams finalists from a year ago — Rick Bowness (Winnipeg) and Rick Tocchet (Vancouver) — are no longer coaching those teams
The last three coaches to win the Adams Award — Tocchet
Jim Montgomery (Boston) and Darryl Sutter (Calgary) — are no longer with those teams
the only coach to lead his team to more points this season could take the Adams
Arniel steered the Jets to their first Presidents’ Trophy
energizing Winnipeg’s veterans after several years of postseason disappointment
Louis led the Canadiens’ surprise return to the playoffs
Montreal’s young core took huge strides this season
and the Canadiens morphed from a team with upside into one that won with a combination of skill and grit
Montreal is one of the most challenging media markets
along with the pressure that comes with coaching the league’s most historic franchise
Voted on by members of the NHL Broadcasters Association
the Jack Adams Award was first presented in 1974
who won the Stanley Cup three times as the longtime coach and general manager of the Detroit Red Wings
(Photo of Spencer Carbery: Sam Navarro / Imagn Images)
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Class of 2025 has selected Kathleen Adams as its 2025 Teacher of the Year
Appreciating her time as an undergraduate student and graduating from the UConn School of Pharmacy in 2015
Adams rejoined Husky Nation as a faculty member in the fall of 2019
the Academic Medical Center for Brown University after graduation
Adams found her time working with learners
Through mentoring these learners and helping them reach their goals
Adams became driven to move this passion into a University setting as a professor
Wanting to give back to the School where she first found her love for pharmacy
“There is so much reward in seeing that lightbulb moment where students understand a hard concept or feel comfortable talking to a doctor.”
Adams looks forward to working each year to continuously improve lectures
By valuing student feedback and watching her students implement in-class learning in clinical experiences
Adams strives to create more impactful and meaningful educational activities beyond the classroom
The biggest challenge for Adams came during the transition back to in-person lectures and instruction after the pandemic
Adams had to continuously adapt and rely on feedback from students
Adams’s proudest accomplishment is the product of a collaboration with UConn’s Cassie Doyno and Lisa Holle as well as educators and software developers from Monash University in Australia
Adams and her colleagues developed the inpatient hospital version of a program called MyDispense
Described by Adams to be almost like a video game
MyDispense allows students to practice looking at patient charts
and deciding which medications are safe through interactive online simulations
fully accessible software platform that any university can use
Adams will strive to provide the best academic and professional foundations for students through the School’s new curriculum refresh
Adams plans to incorporate more active learning and immersive experiences in her classroom
and experience has been remarkable.”
Adams will receive her award during commencement weekend in May
Video available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O744adCbXZ0
First Unveiled in 2025 State of the City Address
Initiative Will Help City Employees and Qualifying Family Members Enroll in Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program and Income-Driven Repayment Plans for Free
and NYCHA Will Be First Agencies in Pilot Program Starting Today
Full Program to Roll Out for All City Employees Starting in September
Announcement Follows Mayor Adams' "Best Budget Ever," Which Invests in Affordability
and Quality-of-Life Issues New Yorkers Care Most About
"Public servants wake up early and stay up late to keep our city running
but too many of them still struggle with expensive student loan debt
But our administration is helping to change that by putting hundreds of millions of dollars back into the pockets of our city employees and giving them the peace of mind they deserve through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program," said Mayor Adams
"Connecting city employees and their dependents to a benefit they are entitled to is just another way our administration is helping make this city more affordable for working-class New Yorkers
Whether it's eliminating city personal income taxes for working-class families
cancelling $2 billion in medical debt for New Yorkers
our administration is fighting every day to make life more affordable all across the five boroughs."
"Student loans should not be a barrier to pursuing a lifetime of financial success
Expanding access to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program is an important way we can set city employees up for long-term financial freedom and put money back in their pockets
I know firsthand how liberating that can be," said DCWP Commissioner Mayuga
"With the federal government set to resume collecting on defaulted student loans this week
the supports we are announcing today are well-timed to help borrowers and the many millions navigating the rapidly-evolving student loans landscape
and our new partners at Summer for sharing our commitment to help New Yorkers reduce millions in student loan debt and make our city more affordable for working-class families."
"Student loan guidance and education are monumental tools for empowering individuals
we are bringing these resources directly to public servants and their loved ones," said DCAS Commissioner Molina
"Those who serve our communities should not feel encumbered by their student loans
and we are proud to play a key role in administering this loan assistance platform citywide
The Adams administration remains committed to supporting its workforce and providing necessary relief to all city employees through innovative and accessible solutions."
"This initiative will provide a critical resource to thousands of New York City employees and their families," said Will Sealy
"Paying back student loans shouldn't be a barrier to pursuing a career in public service
We're proud to partner with the City of New York to deliver the tools and expertise needed to navigate student loan assistance programs
ensuring public servants get the debt relief they've earned."
PSLF is among the most expansive loan forgiveness initiatives in the country
helping reduce burdensome student loan debt while encouraging Americans to pursue careers in public service
After 120 months of payments while working full-time at a qualifying not-for-profit organization or any level of the city
or federal government – including New York City government – individuals can get the remainder of their student loan debt forgiven
complex criteria and hard-to-navigate requirements have made it difficult for many eligible applicants to successfully enroll in PSLF and receive loan forgiveness
One in six New Yorkers have student loan debt
less than 11 percent of eligible borrowers submitting loan forgiveness forms to the federal government had their loans successfully forgiven
Many New York City municipal employees are eligible for debt relief through PSLF but have not enrolled in the program or have struggled to recertify year after year
To break down these barriers and help save New Yorkers money
the new partnership between the Adams administration and Summer will offer city employees free access to Summer's online portal
as well as free expert guidance from Summer's team in verifying their eligibility for PSLF
managing their paperwork for enrollment and completion of the program
city employees will be able to identify the best repayment and forgiveness strategy for their individual situation
the family members of public servants who independently qualify for PSLF – either by working for another branch of government or for a qualifying not-for-profit organization – will be able to take advantage of the program as well
Following a pilot phase with city employees from ACS
the program will begin expanding to include all city employees in September 2025
Summer has generated over $1.8 billion in total student loan savings to date
This program between New York City and Summer is the largest of its kind implemented by any municipal government in the United States
solidifying New York City's position as a national leader in addressing the student debt crisis
The support program will not only strengthen the city's ability to recruit and retain top-tier talent but help public servants save money as well
By freeing up income that would otherwise go to debt payments
participating employees will have more money to spend locally
"New York City and the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection has long been a leader on what cities can do to help their residents struggling with student debt," said Winston Berkman-Breen
"We are excited to see New York City continue to serve as a model for how cities as employers can work to support their employees with their student loan debt
Public Service Loan Forgiveness is a critical tool for maintaining and building the bench of committed public servants across the country
and we hope more cities follow New York's lead."
returning over $63 million to these New Yorkers
Axe the Tax would eliminate the New York City Personal Income Tax for filers with dependents living at or below 150 percent of the federal poverty line
as well as lower city personal income taxes for filers immediately above that threshold too
Axe the Tax for the Working Class could bring relief to working-class families as soon as tax year 2025
while maintaining record-high reserves and ensuring a strong fiscal future for the City of New York
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Sandra "Sandy" "Sassy" Adams
Sandra “Sandy” “Sassy” Adams
surrounded by her loved ones after a courageous battle with breast cancer
who were at the center of everything she did
Sandy grew up with a strong sense of family and a joyful spirit that carried through her entire life
and together they built a life filled with adventure
and support for each other that never wavered
Her happiest moments were spent with her grandchildren
She enjoyed spending her free time gardening
delighting in the birds that visited her feeder - although she always wished there were more
Summers at the camper surrounded by family and friends
She also loved decorating her home and rearranging the furniture
Her nails were always polished and her jewelry always perfectly chosen - reflecting the pride she took in herself and in life’s little details
Sandy was a thoughtful woman with a generous heart
Sandy had a special way of making others feel cared for and seen
Chantel (Kurt) Erickson and Joseph (Jordyn) Adams; her treasured grandchildren
Her family is proud of the strength and grace with which she fought her illness
and they will carry her memory in their hearts forever
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:00 PM on Tuesday
Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Chippewa Falls
Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM on Tuesday at the church
Private family burial will be held at a later date
All who knew and loved Sandy are welcome to attend and celebrate her remarkable life
the family asks that you honor Sandy by stopping to smell the flowers
and enjoy life’s most simple pleasures
The family would like to send a special thank you to all the nurses and doctors at Mayo Clinic Health Systems Critical Care Unit and Cancer Center in Eau Claire
Olson Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Bloomer is assisting the family with arrangements
please visit www.olsonfuneralhomebloomer.com
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“Puppies and Yoga comes to Adams Morgan on 18th street in the upstairs space formerly occupied by an unlicensed cannabis shop.”
Looks like they’ll be there next weekend too
High school graduation ceremonies will be held across York County in the coming weeks
The York Daily Record and Evening Sun will publish galleries from select commencements
This story will include links to the galleries when they go live
May 29 in the high school stadium (Rain dates are 7 p.m
(If inclement weather requires the ceremony to move indoors
May 31 in the high school stadium (If it rains
May 30 in the high school stadium (or indoors if the weather is inclement)
May 29 in the stadium (Rain dates are 7 p.m
June 4 in the stadium (or indoors if the weather is inclement)
May 29 in the stadium (Rain date is Friday
May 22 in the football stadium (Rain date is 8 p.m
May 29 in the football stadium (Rain date is Friday
May 30 at Horn Field (or indoors if the weather is inclement)
May 30 in the stadium (or in the gym if the weather is inclement)
May 30 in the stadium (or indoors if the weather is inclement)
May 29 in the stadium (or indoors if the weather is inclement)
Joseph Michael “Mikey” Nichols
of North Wilkesboro passed away on April 19
1993 in Wilkes County to Billy Joe Nichols and Joann Cook Wilson
He loved spending time outdoors but especially spending time in the mountains. Michael also had a talent for sketching and drawing pictures
Christopher Nichols of Lexington; two nieces and a nephew all of Denton; one aunt and two uncles all of Wilkesboro.
were he was laid to rest at Scenic Memorial Gardens.
Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com
Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes has the honor of serving the Nichols Family
a beloved member of the Savannah community
She passed away peacefully in her hometown on May 5
leaving behind a legacy of kindness and dedication to her community
Johnetta was known for her unwavering spirit and her ability to light up any room with her infectious smile
A devoted friend and an advocate for her community
she lived her life serving others and lifting their spirits
Her warmth and generosity left a lasting impression on all those who were fortunate enough to know her
Family and friends remember her as someone who always put others first
making every effort to support those in need
Johnetta's contributions to her community will not be forgotten
as she devoted many hours to various local organizations and initiatives
a Celebration of Life service will be held on May 10
at Happy Home Baptist Church located at 1015 E Gwinnett St
but her memory will continue to inspire all whose lives she touched
Watch the video here at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3kdbdMiKt8
$1.4 Billion to Protect Critical Programs Previously Facing Spending Cliffs
and More “After-School for All” Will Bring 20,000 Seats Online in Next Three Years
Increasing Budget by 75 Percent and Expanding After-School
Access to at Least 184,000 Total K-8 Students by 2027
Adams Administration’s Actions Keep New York City on Path to Have 35,000 Uniformed Officers by Fall of 2026
all while maintaining record-high reserves and ensuring a strong fiscal future for the City of New York
I am proud to present our Fiscal Year 2026 Executive Budget: Our ‘Best Budget Ever,’” said Mayor Adams
“This budget is a testament to our commitment to making New York City safer
From prioritizing access to child care and launching ‘After-School for All’ to investing in permanent funding for libraries
and our world-class institutions that make New York City what it is
to tackling quality-of-life issues and making our streets safer
the $1.4 billion we're investing to protect and lift up critical programs will make lives better for families across all five boroughs
We are doing all of this while maintaining record-high reserves to help us face anything that comes our way
with the city’s largest 10-year capital plan at $173 billion
we are delivering on infrastructure improvements and transformative generational projects that were talked about for decades but never achieved
we’re saying to working families: your city has your back.”
Keeping New Yorkers Safe and Improving Quality of Life
The FY 2026 Executive Budget makes New York City safer and improves quality-of-life by:
Making New York City More Affordable for Working-Class People
The FY 2026 Executive Budget builds on these achievements by making key investments that make New York City more affordable for working-class people
Implementing a Bold Vision for Educating Young People
To make New York City more affordable and the best place to raise a family
the Adams administration is making key investments in initiatives that help students thrive both in and outside of the classroom and improve education outcomes
Permanent Funding for Educational Programs Once Funded by Federal Pandemic-Era Stimulus Dollars
annual funding of $199 million in critical education programs to support families and their children that were once funded by federal pandemic-era stimulus funding
The FY 2026 Executive Budget further invests in programs to help keep New Yorkers healthy by:
Delivering Financial Stability for Human Services Providers
The Adams administration is committed to supporting human services workers and ensuring non-profits are able to thrive. In 2024, Mayor Adams announced a $741 million investment for an estimated 80,000 human services workers employed by non-profit organizations that contract with the city as part of a new cost-of-living adjustment
in this Executive Budget the Adams administration is:
Protecting a Historic Level of Funding for Programs and Services That Keep New York City Safe
Affordable and Help the Most Vulnerable New Yorkers
the Adams administration will invest $1.9 billion in new needs in FY 2026 and is taking the unprecedented step of allocating $1.4 billion of these funds to protect programs that were not previously funded in the upcoming fiscal year
with more than $675 million of them funded permanently — many for the first time
This brings total programs and needs newly baselined in the FY 2026 Executive Budget to more than $1.3 billion
Highlights of this major investment include:
Protecting Another $840 Million in Critical Social Services in This Fiscal Year
The FY 2026 Executive Budget remains balanced at $115.1 billion
The city’s strong economy — notably in job creation and tourism — reflects the Adams administration’s strong fiscal management and laser-focus on policies that keep New York City a safe and clean place to live
Tax revenue is expected to increase by nearly 8 percent in FY 2025
driven by growth in income and business taxes
growth is forecast to decline to around 1 percent in FY 2026
This results in an upward revision over the FY 2026 Preliminary Budget of $1.7 billion in FY 2025 and $1 billion in FY 2026
and puts the city forecast on-par with fiscal monitors and the New York City Council
This baseline forecast is predicated on economic conditions
as well as federal fiscal and trade policy known prior to April 2025
The unprecedented and unpredictable federal trade policy recently announced in early April and the subsequent impact on financial markets poses a potential impact to the city’s economy as well as its tax base
The outlook may be updated in the upcoming Adopted Budget
The Adams administration remains focused on saving taxpayer dollars
Total citywide savings in this plan are $1.9 billion over FY 2025 and FY 2026
This includes asylum seeker savings of $298 million in FY 2025 and$1.2 billion in FY 2026
with $1 billion of the savings achieved in FY 2026 used to offset $1 billion in assistance the city assumed the state would
Maintaining budget reserves as a safeguard against the unexpected is a critical part of the Adams administration’s strong financial management strategy
The FY 2026 Executive Budget maintains a record level $8.5 billion in reserves
including $1.2 billion in the General Reserve
$5 billion in the Retiree Health Benefits Trust Fund
$250 million in the Capital Stabilization Reserve
and a record level of $2 billion in the Rainy-Day Fund
Taking Bold and Innovative Action to Meet New York City’s Ambitious Climate Goals
which showcases the city's commitment to funding climate action
including nearly $8 billion in capital funding for decarbonization and almost $13 billion for flooding and extreme heat resiliency
Climate budgeting is an ongoing and evolving process that will continue to demonstrate how New York City's leadership will advance sustainability and resiliency in a cost-effective way
Investing in the City’s Largest-Ever 10-Year Capital Plan
In the FY 2026 Preliminary Budget
Mayor Adams announced the city’s largest 10-year capital plan at $170 billion
to a record $173.4 billion over the next decade
This will improve the city’s infrastructure
and transportation systems in neighborhoods across the five boroughs
As the largest 10-Year Capital Plan in city history
New investments funded within the 10-Year Capital Plan include:
The FY 2026 Executive Budget builds on the administration’s $114.5 billion FY 2026 Preliminary Budget, which deepened the administration’s commitment to strong fiscal management
achieved savings and reduced asylum seeker costs
invested in critical programs and services
and more livable for working-class New Yorkers
These achievements were also made possible due to the strength of the national and local economies
He touched the lives of many during his time on Earth
His kind heart and gentle spirit will be remembered by all who had the pleasure of knowing him
filled with experiences that shaped his character
friends and family will surely come together to share their favorite memories and celebrate the legacy he leaves behind
but details will be announced at a later date
The community will come together to honor him
as his contributions and presence will be greatly missed by all
following a courageous fight with breast cancer
1961 the daughter of William Leone and the late Patricia Grey Leone
Lynch High School and was self employed her entire life
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North Adams is moving to sell two historic mansions on Church Street after taking ownership of them in land court
North Adams is beginning the process of selling this property at 130 Church St
is one of a group of properties formerly owned by Franklin Perras
the city has been unsuccessful in finding a next of kin to take over the property.
North Adams has fallen into disrepair and is now owned by the city.
Two brick Victorian mansions that were condemned in 2017 now belong to the city
NORTH ADAMS — Two brick Victorian mansions that were condemned in 2017 now belong to the city
The duo of historic Queen Anne mansions on Church Street has been an eyesore since they fell into disrepair
But with the conclusion of a yearslong legal process
the city has taken possession of the properties
with the intention of selling them as quickly as possible
The city first placed liens on the properties in 2017
and a prolonged and unsuccessful legal process to find the heirs of former owner Franklin Perras ensued
The Queen Anne mansions are at 116 and 124 Church St. Another property is at 130 Church St.
along with an empty lot at 35-40 Arnold Place
North Adams Mayor Jennifer Macksey says the city is drafting a request for proposals to find a real estate agent to sell the newly minted municipal assets
“There’s a new law about getting rid of property — in the past we were able to hire an auctioneer and auction them off,” Macksey said
“Now we’re required to procure a real estate agent to market the property.”
Towns and cities attempting to sell foreclosed properties must bring in a real estate agent for at least a year to try and find the best deal before going to auction
“This is just preserving the value of the house so the people don’t lowball,” Macksey said
so I don’t know if it will work to our advantage or disadvantage.”
Court records show the city was anxious in recent years to finally take the properties
calling them a hazard to the public and noting a spate of calls to police related to the land
found that he had died somewhere between 2013 and 2015
named “Crystal Marie” and “Joshua Robert” in his obituary
and relatives were not in contact with them
the city took ownership of the properties with the court’s determination of tax takings
Perras' property at 35-40 Arnold Place was razed when he told the City Council in 2008 he’d rather pay for that than pay to rehabilitate his apartment building
Sten Spinella can be reached at sspinella@berkshireeagle.com or 860-853-0085
Sadie Jean Sworzen is not your average toddler
Two new billboards from local nonprofit Hoosic River Revival seek public input on the flood chute modification effort and HRR announces it has brought on an outside engineering firm to help parse the U.S
Savoy has postponed its annual town meeting from May 8 until sometime in June
as the town's finances are not yet in order
The annual town election will still be held on May 14
the state Department of Conservation and Recreation could soon expand its Savoy Mountain State Forest reach into Adams
Seeking his sixth term on the Select Board
incumbent Joe Nowak is being challenged by Jay Meczywor and Jerome Socolof
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One debate Tennessee fans never have: Who has been UT’s best football coach
The answer is as obvious as Tennessee’s 101,915-seat stadium
Robert Neyland isn’t just regarded as UT’s best football coach
He’s considered one of the greatest coaches in college football history
You don’t have to look beyond his record to see why
Neyland didn’t just win more than any other Tennessee football coach
But a won-lost record isn’t the only way to judge a coach
Another way: How much did he improve the program
Neyland improved it drastically and did it quickly
Using the improvement barometer, you could conclude that Josh Heupel is second only to Neyland among Tennessee coaches after four seasons on the job
I'm not suggesting that Heupel's is UT's second-best football coach of all-time
My point is that only Neyland upgradied the program faster than Heupel did in four years
In the four seasons before Heupel (2017-20)
thanks to the coaching wizardry of Butch Jones and Jeremy Pruitt
whom I didn’t penalize for his outlaw ways
Never mind all the victories the NCAA took from the Vols in 2019 and 2020
I credited Pruitt with winning 11 games combined in those seasons
Heupel went 7-6 in his first season (2021)
which might not come close to Neyland but is a dramatic reversal of fortune from the Jones-Pruitt days
He accomplished that despite losing 10 starters to the transfer portal before his first season
Not only has Heupel raised the program from the depths of mediocrity
He has done so without making the NCAA’s Most Wanted list in the process
That’s assuming the NCAA still has a Most Wanted list
I would rank Doug Dickey third after Neyland and Heupel
He was 29-11-3 in his first four seasons after replacing Jim McDonald following the 1963 season
In the four seasons prior to the Dickey era
including one season under McDonald and three under Bowden Wyatt
But the records don’t tell the complete story of how quickly Dickey elevated the program
and defenses were becoming less mystified by it
Dickey replaced the single wing with the wing T
which made for a rocky 1964 season in which the Vols scored 10 points or fewer in seven games
the Vols went 8-1-2 and ranked 10th nationally
Tennessee fans realized how much UT’s offensive transition had progressed when the Vols outscored UCLA 37-34 in a matchup of top-10 teams
Fulmer and Johnny Majors have been two of UT’s most successful coaches
Fulmer won a national championship in 1998 and went 45-5 from 1995-98
Majors coached SEC championship teams in 1985
But Fulmer took over a program that already was winning at a high level under Majors
and Majors struggled to make headway in his first four seasons – going 21-23-1 − after following Bill Battle
ADAMS: Tennessee football lost more than Nico Iamaleava in the transfer portal
Heupel became Tennessee’s coach under the worst of circumstances
he had to make a challenging offensive transition − from whatever Pruitt was trying to run to Heupel’s up-tempo spread
John Adams is a senior columnist. He may be reached at 865-342-6284 or john.adams@knoxnews.com
Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInMOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - A former Mobile police officer involved in a deadly crash with a motorcycle has been indicted on a charge of homicide by vehicle
Roy Adams Jr.
surrendered and was booked into the Mobile County Metro Jail today and released a short time later on a $10,000 bond
An investigation by FOX10 News reporter Ariel Mallory revealed that Adams was involved in a total of four crashes while on duty last year
In July, Adams ran a red light at Old Shell Road and Mobile Infirmary Boulevard in midtown Mobile, causing a crash that killed killed 67-year-old motorcyclist Sumner “Kahuna” Howard
New reporting tonight shows at least one discrepancy between the Mobile Police Department’s official crash report and the new indictment against Adams
which FOX10 News uncovered a few weeks after the wreck
Adams had his blue lights on but not his siren
the official indictment says Adams ran the red light “without both his visual emergency lights and audible siren.”
Mobile police also said Adams was on an emergency call when the wreck happened
but the department would never state what that call was
FOX10 also discovered Adams had multiple traffic tickets in Florida
Mobile County District Attorney Keith Blackwood sent us a statement regarding Adams’ arrest
“A Mobile County Grand Jury has indicted former Officer Roy Adams Jr
Adams was indicted for disregarding the rules of the road and caused the death of Sumner Howard.”
MPD said Adams voluntarily resigned three weeks ago
the resignation was unrelated to the crash investigation
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Mr. John Allen Adams, 71, died Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital – North Mississippi. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 6:00 P.M. at Adonai Church of Water Valley, Mississippi. A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, May 7 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at 103 Daxton Street, Larose, with burial to follow at Holy Rosary Catholic Church Cemetery.
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The college football season keeps getting longer – so long
that one season overlaps the other more than ever
A national champion isn’t determined until the second half of January
you already have an idea which teams have done the most to bolster their roster for the following season
College football’s more crowded schedule can play havoc with fans’ emotions. Tennessee fans know all about that
They could celebrate their Vols qualifying for the 12-team College Football Playoff last December
But they couldn't cheer for what happened next
They got waylaid by eventual national champion Ohio State 42-17 in a first-round CFP game
which the average college football program would regard as a monumental achievement
though – especially when it comes to recruiting
Texas ranked No. 1 in the 247Sports Composite. Georgia and Alabama were third and fourth, respectively. Four other SEC schools – Auburn
Florida and Texas A&M – ranked in the top 10
it finished in the middle of the pack in its conference
Tennessee’s transfer recruiting is a more significant concern
A dozen SEC teams made the 247Sports Composite for transfers
But its last-place finish in the SEC last season tells you more about the state of its program
Ole Miss’ 28-player haul via the transfer portal should be interpreted much differently
The Rebels barely missed the CFP last season
Recruiting the portal isn’t a sign of desperation for them
It’s merely routine under coach Lane Kiffin
But they do need to upgrade their portal recruiting immediately
because they’re losing ground to their conference competition
This postseason added Penn State wide receiver Trey Wallace
who had 46 catches for 720 yards last season
whose receiving contingent is mediocre at best
had a better receiving corps than Tennessee before it went portal fishing
It then acquired Kentucky’s Barion Brown and Oklahoma’s Nic Anderson
Brown averaged better than 40 catches in three seasons at Kentucky
He also returned five kicks for touchdowns
Anderson didn’t play last season because of injury
he had 38 catches for 798 yards (a 21.0-yard average) and 10 touchdowns in 2023
Auburn wasn't content with its receiving corps
which featured Malcolm Simmons and Cam Coleman
who combined for 77 catches last season as freshmen
It signed former Georgia Tech star Eric Singleton (56 catches for 714 yards)
Alabama signed Miami transfer receiver Isaiah Horton
who had 56 catches for 616 yards last season
He scored three touchdowns in the Tide’s last spring scrimmage
which made the playoffs despite leading the nation in dropped passes
helped strengthen its weakest position group by signing wide receivers from Southern Cal (Zachariah Branch) and Texas A&M (Noah Thomas)
Branch had 47 receptions for 503 yards last season
and Thomas had 39 catches for 574 yards and eight touchdowns
There are more examples of how SEC teams boosted their receiving group
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It signed two players who could start in its offensive line
And their portal shortfall must be corrected if they hope to keep up with their conference competition and be a playoff regular
John Adams is a senior columnist. He may be reached at 865-342-6284 or john.adams@knoxnews.com
BROSSARD – The National Hockey League announced on Friday that the NHL Broadcasters' Association has selected Montreal Canadiens head coach Martin St-Louis as a finalist for the Jack Adams Award for the 2024-25 season
St-Louis led the Canadiens to the Stanley Cup playoffs for the first time since 2021
after missing out on the tournament the last three seasons
the Canadiens won 10 more games than in 2023-24 (40 vs
30) and earned 15 more points in the standings than the previous season (91 vs
The team produced 11 more goals and allowed 20 fewer goals than in 2023-24
76.5%) efficiencies improved compared to last season
St-Louis earned his 100th career win as an NHL head coach on February 4 in San Jose
642 assists) in 1,134 regular season games with the Calgary Flames
48 assists) in 107 playoff games and won the Stanley Cup with the Lightning in 2004
Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2018
The Jack Adams Award is an annual award presented by the NHL Broadcasters' Association to "the NHL coach adjudged to have contributed the most to his team's success." The winner is determined by a poll among the Association's members at the end of the regular season
The award was first presented in 1974 to commemorate the late Jack Adams
longtime coach and general manager of the Detroit Red Wings
two Canadiens head coaches have been awarded the Jack Adams Award: Scotty Bowman (1976-77) and Pat Burns (1988-89)
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On 20th Anniversary of After-School Systems’ Creation
NYC Makes Unprecedented $331 Million New Investment to Bring After-School to Over 20,000 More K-5 Students by Fall of 2027
Investment Brings Annual Spending on After-School to $755 Million
Total 184,000 K-8 Students to Be Served Across All Department of Youth and Community Development Programs
First Increase to Afterschool Seats in Over 10 Years
Mayor Adams Commits to Developing First-Ever Comprehensive Plan for Universal Afterschool
Builds on Adams Administration’s Commitment to Making New York CityBest Place to Raise a Family by Investing in Critical Programs Year-After-Year Part of Mayor Adams’ “Budget Week,” Unveiling “Best Budget Ever,” Which Invests in Affordability
and Quality-of-Life Issues New Yorkers Care Most About
NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) Commissioner Keith Howard today announced a historic and new $331 million commitment — phased in starting in the upcoming Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Executive Budget and fully baselined by FY 2028 — to support Mayor Adams’ vision of “After-School for All” to all public students from kindergarten through eighth grade
the city is beginning a comprehensive effort to strengthen and scale after-school programs with the goal of achieving universal access for all students and families across the five boroughs
The new funding will support the addition of 20,000 new seats over the next three school years
bringing the total number of public school students served by universal after-school programming to 184,000 with a total investment of $755 million annually
“To make New York City the best place to raise a family
we need to make sure our young people and families have opportunities to thrive
bold vision to achieve universal after-school for free for all students who want it,” said Mayor Adams
“We’re investing $331 million in additional funds as part of our total $755 million investment in ‘After-School for All.’ This massive infusion of funds will improve our current programs and bring new after-school programs to an additional 20,000 K-5 students
That’s 184,000 students who will be able to participate in sports
and more — discovering their passions and building relationships with their classmates
We are also pursuing a community-driven effort that will stabilize our current after-school system
ensuring these providers are able to get a rate increase for the first time in 10 years so they can hire and train staff
while delivering quality programming to our youth
Our parents shouldn’t have to choose between picking up their child or working a job to put food on the table — and now they won’t have to
This is what it looks like to deliver on our mission of making New York City a safer
more affordable city that is the best place to raise a family.”
“Mayor Adams’ commitment to early childhood development is truly unprecedented,” said First Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro
he builds on that work with another signature achievement: a commitment to fund universal after-school programs for all public-school families who want it for their children
this initiative bookends early childhood education in the most positive way
It’s all about investing in our children’s futures — and today’s announcement will serve children for generations to come.”
“Today’s announcement on after-school is nothing short of a game-changer for New York City’s kids and families
Mayor Adams’ commitment to investing $331 million in new funding to expand and improve the Department of Youth and Community Development’s after-school system will transform child care in New York City forever
opening the door for thousands of families to take advantage of this valuable service,” said Deputy Mayor for Strategic Initiatives Ana J
and the larger community — they are a common-sense investment of public resources
The commitment to building a universal system in the years ahead will expand the landscape of youth programs and child care for communities across the city.”
I was greatly influenced by after-school programs,” said DYCD Commissioner Howard
a single mother raising seven young children
worked as a registered nurse at the VA Hospital
and sent me and my siblings to after-school programs
She was so committed to it that I made sure my children attended
I know firsthand the value of creating enriching and meaningful opportunities
who is making unprecedented commitments to our elementary school students
These investments help make our city more affordable and the best place to raise a family
I want to express my gratitude to our outstanding providers for their patience and partnership in creating the next generation of after-school programming
we are closer than ever to fulfilling Mayor Adams’ vision for universal after-school.”
Mayor Adams’ After-School for All plan begins with an immediate $21 million investment allocated in the upcoming FY 2026 Executive Budget that will bring 5,000 additional K-5 seats online for the upcoming fall semester
That funding will grow to $102 million by the next fiscal year and $136 million
as DYCD adds 10,000 more seats in the fall of 2026 and 5,000 seats in the fall of 2027
for a total of 20,000 new seats over the next three school years
The funding for these new seats will be baselined starting in FY 2028 and become a permanent part of the city’s after-school offering
growing the annual budget to a total of $755 million for DYCD after-school programming
DYCD will work with the community to assess the ongoing need and add slots if necessary
The plan will also strengthen the current system by issuing the first Request for Proposal to providers in over a decade
in an effort to enhance and improve programs for New York City youth
as well as raise provider rates to stabilize the non-profit organizations leading these programs and better support the workforce who serve New York City’s children
This effort will be supported by a $195 million investment beginning in the FY 2027 Executive Budget
bringing the total new spending to approximately $331 million by FY 2028
New York City currently serves approximately 164,000 K-8 students in after-school programs
Today’s investment by Mayor Adams will bring the total number of students served by the program to 184,000 by school year 2027-2028
only one in five elementary school students can participate in after-school programming
compared to two in five for middle school students; this plan will add $331 million in new funds to the $424 million already allocated to after-school programming in the budget to focus on bringing seats to elementary schools in communities where demand meets need
the Adams administration will create a commission for universal after-school by engaging providers and community stakeholders to develop a system that is sustainable in the long term and ensures non-profit organizations are able to continue to hire and train staff and deliver quality programming
This investment included one-time funding of $92 million to support a citywide 3-K expansion
the Adams administration invested $20 million to ensure that every student on a 3-K waitlist was offered a seat
and $55 million to provide more than 700 new seats for three- and four-year-olds with special needs
Mayor Adams will baseline funding for these crucial programs for the first time ever in city history to support children and families and keep the promise that every child who wants an early childhood seat will have access to one
including multi-language learners and students with disabilities
Today’s announcement comes during Mayor Adams’ “Budget Week,” where the Adams administration is unveiling signature investments in the “Best Budget Ever,” which will make New York City safer
while maintaining record-high reserves and ensuring a strong fiscal future for the City of New York
The Buffalo Sabres have extended their NHL-record playoff drought to a 14th consecutive season
Following a disappointing 2024–25 campaign
and a blockbuster trade that sent Dylan Cozens to the division rival Ottawa Senators
the organization continues to spiral downward
and the team remains on the outside of the playoff picture
Adams now holds the distinction of being the longest-tenured GM during the Sabres’ ongoing playoff drought
Jason Botterill and Tim Murray — both of whom brought more front-office experience to the role — Adams has seemingly been granted a longer leash
The Sabres’ problems are not just a matter of misfortune
Calling for someone’s job is never an easy decision — these are people’s livelihoods
That’s not to say he has no value — in fact
According to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet
Adams recently had a sit-down meeting with team owner Terry Pegula
While there was speculation that a shakeup in the front office might follow
no changes have been announced — at least not yet
One potential path forward could be moving Adams to the President of Hockey Operations
Shifting him into a less hands-on position could benefit both him and the organization
He’s known to have a strong hockey mind and already has front-office experience
having served as the Sabres’ Senior Vice President of Administration before becoming GM in 2020
Five seasons should be enough time to build a competitive roster or show clear progress
when they missed the playoffs by just one point
the team has seen a decline in wins in each of the past two seasons
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Pegula must take a hard look at his front office and ask the fundamental question: Is this working
Because the results — another missed postseason and a continued slide in performance — suggest the answer is no
On a recent episode of the 32 Thoughts podcast, Friedman floated the idea that Lou Lamoriello could be a potential fit in Buffalo’s front office
stuck in a seemingly endless cycle of rebuilds
would benefit from Lamoriello’s experience
particularly in building out roster depth and stabilizing the organization
while Lamoriello could help the Sabres break their playoff drought
forward-thinking moves required to push the team beyond just getting in
he could bring valuable insight and structure
especially if the organization chooses to retain Adams as GM next season
There’s no denying Lamoriello’s track record of getting teams over the hump
When he joined the New York Islanders in May 2018
the team had missed the playoffs in back-to-back seasons
the Islanders qualified for the postseason three straight years
including an Eastern Conference Final appearance in the 2019–20 season
where they fell to the eventual Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning in six games
it seems unlikely that Lamoriello would join Buffalo’s front office at this point in his career
I’d consider a different path altogether: make Adams the President of Hockey Operations and promote Jason Karmanos to general manager
Karmanos has served as Buffalo’s associate GM since 2021 and brings a wealth of front-office experience
He spent 15 years with the Carolina Hurricanes (1998–2013)
and was later part of the Pittsburgh Penguins’ front office from 2014 to 2020
also serving as assistant GM during that time
His background suggests he has the tools to lead a modern NHL franchise and could be the fresh voice this organization needs
The Sabres cannot continue down the same path
Missing the playoffs for 14 straight seasons is unacceptable
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Over 9,700 Individuals Filed to Take LatestPolice Exam
Daily Average Applications Have Increased Nearly 45 Percent
Over 4,000 Previously Ineligible Applicants Have Moved to Reopen Their Cases,Representing Renewed Interest in Becoming Officers
Part of Mayor Adams’ “Budget Week,” Unveiling “Best Budget Ever,” Which Invests inAffordability
NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that the New York City Police Department (NYPD) uniform officer headcount is on the path to reach 35,000 by the fall of 2026, thanks to expanded eligibility requirements recently announced and Mayor Adams’ continued funding commitments to hire more officers
Mayor Adams also swore in more than 670 new recruits to the police force today
The new recruits join the already 2,200 probationary officers that were sworn in between July 2024 and January 2025 — 600 of these recruits have already graduated
“When we came into office over three years ago
we had a clear mission and a clear mandate: Drive down crime and make sure every New Yorker feels safe,” said Mayor Adams
“Our success depends on whether we have enough officers to do this critical work
we announced expanded eligibility requirements to become an officer
The results have been astounding – with daily applications up 45 percent
it’s clear New Yorkers are eager to join the NYPD
we’re proud to announce that New York City is on the path to having 35,000 uniform members of the NYPD by fall of 2026
Congratulations to all of the officers sworn in today and on behalf of 8.5 million New Yorkers
“This new recruit class reflects the surge in interest we've seen to join the police force since expanding eligibility,” said NYPD Commissioner Jessica S
“We’re not just growing the NYPD — we’re making sure the department has the people it needs to meet this moment
By modernizing our standards and opening more doors
we’re giving thousands of New Yorkers a real opportunity to serve
getting the right people through the door and giving them the tools
after Mayor Adams directed her to develop a plan to recruit and retain more officers
NYPD Commissioner Tisch announced a three-part plan to attract more candidates and modernize education requirements to address the hiring crisis the NYPD has faced in recent years
The NYPD was one of the only remaining big-city municipal police forces in the country with a college credit requirement — setting up the NYPD to not only compete for applicants with other local agencies
but also with other major cities nationwide
As a result of the changes announced in February
the department reduced barriers to employment by reforming the required college credit minimum to enter the Police Academy from 60 credits to 24 credits
The new plan also emphasizes physical fitness by reinstating the previous longstanding requirement of completing a timed 1.5-mile run
a recent reassessment conducted by the National College Credit Recommendation Service determined that the completion of the six-month NYPD Police Academy recruit training program is equivalent to 45 college credits
Graduates of the academy will now enter the NYPD with a minimum of 69 college credits.
Over 5,000 previously ineligible candidates on 29 active civil services lists were contacted
and over 4,000 within this candidate pool expressed interest in reopening their cases
more than 1,300 have already reported to the NYPD’s Candidate Assessment Unit to take the next steps in their hiring process
the NYPD has seen daily applications increase by almost 45 percent
from an average of 56 applications per day to 81 applications per day.
In the past month alone, over 1,172 individuals have already filed to take the next police exam, representing a renewed interest among New Yorkers to serve New York City and become a police officer. Since the announcement of the change of college credits in February 2025, over 9,700 new filers have applied to take the police officer exam. To learn more about how to sign up, interested applicants can visit the NYPD recruitment website
and the exam will be given beginning on June 17
Because of the Adams administration’s focus on protecting public safety
the first three months of 2025 saw a 10.9 percent reduction in overall index crime
Homicides decreased by 34.4 percent and shootings decreased by 23.1 percent compared to the same period the previous year
The first quarter of 2025 also had the second lowest number of homicides in the city’s recorded first-quarter history
quarter one had the lowest number of shootings for any three-month period in the city’s recorded history.
NORTH ADAMS — When baseball coach Dan Shadik says that North Adams-Jerome is a 'baseball school'
given the history the baseball team has in its archives
That storied history has seen many ball players call North Adams-Jerome High School home, including the late Maxine "Max" Louise Randall
the star pitcher for the Fort Wayne Daisies of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League
were a part of the Detroit Tigers organization’s Minor League affiliates
Sal Maglie and John Williams both played within the Tigers organization
and Maglie would become a future MLB All-Star
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The storied success of the baseball program sets a precedent for winning titles
the program hasn't been able to bring home a championship to its team in more than a decade
Despite individual athletes having success within the program
the team hasn't won a league title since coach Ernie Amo's team did in the 2012-2013 season
Eleven years ago was the last time the program won a district championship (2013-14)
It has been more than a decade since North Adams-Jerome has fielded a title-caliber team
the 2024-25 Rams baseball team is bringing back this baseball town's title hopes with their impressive 8-1 start to the season
It's been a four-year journey not just for coach Dan Shadik
they stepped out onto the field for the first time
They've been playing with each other all the way up
But this is the first time we've came together here."
The program has steadily improved over the last couple of seasons
Coach credits the growth year-to-year thanks to the maturity of his seniors
plus the addition of underclassmen talent like freshman Des Lawless
it all starts with senior team captain Jake Smith
"He's been my captain and so has Connor McKay
They've been my captains the last couple of years," Shadik said
couple that with Nolan (Paradine) and Zyler (Webb)
These are their last games before they walk across the stage here in a few weeks
They are putting everything they got out onto this field
They want a championship more than anything."
Dan Shadik says that the community and school is going back to its roots and becoming a baseball school again
"We've had more fans in these last couple years than I've ever seen at NA-J," Shadik said
"It reminds me back in the old football games when we used to pack the stands
baseball is becoming part of North Adams again
We have a rich history here of baseball and softball with everyone whose come through here
and truly that's what we're coming back into
And it's truly due to these guys right here."
There's a plethora of talent behind their fast-winning record
but its starts with the two starters in their pitching rotation
The two players are at different ends of their careers
but the duo has combined to give the Rams a strong one-two punch that could help them seal up a division title should they continue winning this spring
Lawless has been a breakout player for the Rams and in Hillsdale County
His pitching arsenal includes an 86-mph fastball
a 4.61 earned-run-average and a WHIP of 1.39
He's also posting a batting average of .565 and an on-base-percentage of .697
"It's been great," Lawless said about his first season
"These guys are a whole other level of baseball
and I just look forward to that every day."
Lawless says he's looking to work on the mental side of the game for himself as the season goes along
Despite being only nine games into the season
the freshman sees easy fixes ahead for the team to work on in order to become the team to beat when playoff season arrives
The other side of that duo is senior ace Connor McKay (fans can remember his back-to-back no-hitters last season)
McKay has continued to improve with each season of his career
and he has earned a 4-1 record to start his final year
He has struck out 43 batters and boasts an earned-run-average of 3.96 and a WHIP of 1.57
"It's a different mindset this year," McKay said
Everybody on the field wants to play and win
Everybody is just coming together as a team
the duo has allowed just 22 earned runs in nine games
Smith and junior Conner Arsenault round out the bullpen for the Rams
and both have been impressive in relief duties
"We just need to play together and play as a family," McKay said
I think this is the best team I've ever played for."
The team has multiple talented athletes across each class from freshman to senior
junior Kaleb Hale has been a significant contributor to the Rams' runs total this season
The junior has drove in 14 RBIs and scored 15 runs
Hale is tied with teammate Arsenault with 15 steals
has scored nine runs this season and has an on-base-percentage of .567
Sophomore Ryker Campbell is second on the team in hits with 15
His batting average and on-base-percentage are both well over .500 and has scored nine runs
He also has 11 putouts so far this season in the field
Senior Nolan Paradine has been known for hitting homers for the Rams
six of those being multi-base opportunities
He leads the team in slugging percentage with 1.048
Lawless and Arsenault lead the team in putouts
with Lawless having earned 45 and Arsenault earning 39
The team has several league matchups to go in order to earn that league title
They will need to beat reigning champion Camden-Frontier on Tuesday
May 6 in order to preserve their league aspirations
the team has a favorable district in Division 4
There's plenty of opportunity for the 2024-25 Rams to bring a trophy back to the halls of their school before crossing the graduation stage
"(Bringing them a championship) would mean everything," Shadik said
"I actually started out the year (the seniors) started on varsity
but these guys have come out every year and given their heart and souls to this team
We got guys here that just love this sport