OH — A Chicken Dinner and Quarter Extravaganza was held at the Flushing Fire Hall on Sunday to support multiple organizations within the community and the Flushing Fire Department all worked together on this first-time event The funds raised will help cover veterinary care for dogs at the Harrison County Dog Pound support Belmont County Pawsitive Placements in building the county’s first no-kill private animal shelter and assist with the needs of the Flushing Fire Department "It's good to work as a community The fire department is very important," said Ashley Barto Treasurer of the Belmont County Pawsitive Placements "They're here whenever we need them The Dog Pound Volunteers and Pawsitive Placements wanted to create this to connect with the community but they say they are still in need of extra help "We've got to raise a lot of money because we have to buy property we've got to build a building and I don't want to say decorate the inside President of the Harrison County Dog Pound Volunteers fortunately we have money last year's vetting cost us $50,000 and raised over $60,000 so we have a little bit of cushion going into this year." or choose from over a dozen different vendors all while also supporting other local businesses The Flushing Fire Department team had been working on the food since 9 a.m and believe this event could help with funding some their equipment moving forward "We just got a side by side that we are fixing up for brush fires we are going to do a little work on our bush truck so this money will help out with that kind of stuff," said Bob Eberhart the City of Trail Utilities Department will be flushing water mains in Sunningdale Watermain flushing is a necessary maintenance technique used to clean and disinfect the water distribution pipes and reservoirs and to maintain proper water flow and quality chlorinated water will be temporarily supplied to Shaver’s Bench Glenmerry and Waneta areas from the Water Treatment Plant and a slight chlorine smell may be detected for up to one month.  Discoloured water also be experience for short periods.  If you do experience discoloured water run your cold tap (preferably outside tap) until the water comes out clear.  Chlorine smell and discoloured water are normal during this process and are not health hazards Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we complete this important process in your neighbourhood Sign up to receive information from the City of Trail directly to your inbox Check out the various categories of general news Subscribe Today Toll Free: 1-877-767-0400 Phone: 250-364-1262 Fax: 250-364-0830 Send an Email It appears you are trying to access this site using an outdated browser parts of the site may not function properly for you We recommend updating your browser to its most recent version at your earliest convenience They promise convenience and a cleaner clean—but those so-called flushable wipes might be wreaking havoc on your plumbing, the environment, and your wallet. Despite what the label says, many don’t break down like toilet paper—and cities everywhere are footing the bill. Consumer Reports shows us what’s really going down the drain—and how to avoid a costly mess at home. It might seem harmless to flush a flushable wipe down the toilet. After all, flushable is in the name! But many of the wipes don’t break down like toilet paper. Instead, they can end up stuck in pipes, creating massive, messy clumps of congealed grease, fat, and—you guessed it—wipes. They’re clogging pipes and sewers, costing cities and homeowners millions to remove. Some laws in the U.S. now set standards for labeling non-flushable wipes as “Do Not Flush.” An industry trade group maintains that flushable wipes are safe to flush, blaming clogs on non-flushable wipes and other items. Testing inside Consumer Reports’ labs reveals why flushing wipes, even if they’re labeled “flushable,” can cause plumbing problems. Testers found that flushable wipes don’t fully disintegrate. And on top of the damage they cause, they pose risks to our water supply and marine life. Check out our weekly newsletter compiled by Consumer Investigative Reporter Tiffany Salameh. So, what can you do about it? First, do the obvious: skip flushing wipes and toss them in the trash or stick to toilet paper. In recent tests, CR found that not all toilet paper breaks down at the same rate. The two worst dissolving toilet papers took roughly 15 times longer to break down than the best. Charmin Ultra Soft and Quilted Northern Ultra Plush were the slowest to break down. Amazon Basics bath tissue and Angel Soft did the best in the test. An even more eco-friendly, plumbing-safe alternative: easy-to-install bidet seats, which became popular during the pandemic. They replace your existing toilet seat, use your toilet’s water supply line, and some plug into a nearby outlet. Most come standard with an adjustable nozzle, a seat heater, and warm water. Whether it’s a quick-dissolving toilet paper or a bidet seat, both are better for your pipes and the planet than flushing wipes. Because potty humor is funny, clogged pipes aren’t. If you still want to use wipes and promise not to flush them, Amazon Basics Flushable Wipes were Consumer Reports editors’ pick. All Consumer Reports material Copyright 2025 Consumer Reports, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Consumer Reports is a not-for-profit organization which accepts no advertising. It has no commercial relationship with any advertiser or sponsor on this site. For more information visit consumer.org. Click here to take a moment and familiarize yourself with our Community Guidelines TV Listings Email Newsletters RSS Feeds Contests and Rules Contact Us Careers at WJXT / WCWJ Closed Captioning / Audio Description WJXT Public File WJXT EEO Report WCWJ Public File WCWJ EEO Report Terms of Use Privacy Policy Do Not Sell My Info FCC Applications Copyright © 2025 News4JAX.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group focusing on the JN.1 variant that rose to prominence across the United States from late 2023 to mid-2024 Conducted by researchers at the CDC and partner organizations this retrospective analysis used wastewater samples collected from over 130 locations in 32 U.S jurisdictions to estimate variant prevalence from November 2023 to July 2024 The study underscores how Aquascope improves upon previous systems by enabling faster and more reproducible analysis of viral sequences The research underscores wastewater surveillance as a cost-effective complement to clinical testing capable of capturing infections that otherwise go unrecorded especially among asymptomatic or untested individuals Wastewater surveillance has matured into a critical pillar of pandemic response the CDC’s National Wastewater Surveillance System (NWSS) has evolved to detect viral RNA from SARS-CoV-2 across thousands of U.S Aquascope now marks a significant upgrade in the genomic arm of NWSS replacing the older C-WAP system with a more robust and user-friendly solution Using 3,377 wastewater samples collected across 130 sites in 32 U.S the team applied Aquascope to sequence data processed under consistent laboratory protocols The result: a clear timeline showing how JN.1 was first detected in mid-November 2023 The wastewater surveillance trends closely aligned with clinical sequencing data reinforcing both the reliability of Aquascope and the broader National Wastewater Surveillance System (NWSS) framework the JN.1 variant rapidly became the predominant lineage within a matter of weeks sublineages such as JN.1.7 and JN.1.11.1 emerged and maintained a consistent presence throughout the monitoring period other lineages like KP.2 and KP.3 also appeared and exhibited varying levels of prevalence highlighting the dynamic nature of SARS-CoV-2 variant circulation as captured through wastewater analysis While Aquascope was designed for SARS-CoV-2 its architecture supports the integration of other pathogen barcoding libraries enabling broader public health applications Using Freyja’s deconvolution algorithm Aquascope could one day quantify pathogens like influenza or novel zoonotic viruses from mixed wastewater samples Aquascope faces several implementation challenges The pipeline’s computational intensity necessitates high-performance computing resources which may pose a barrier for smaller laboratories with limited infrastructure the CDC is working to integrate Aquascope into a more scalable platform that will be accessible to public health partners nationwide while the current system depends on pre-characterized SARS-CoV-2 lineage barcodes future updates aim to enhance its capacity to detect previously uncharacterized or novel variants broadening its utility for emerging pathogen surveillance For epidemiologists and global health professionals these findings reinforce the value of investing in genomic wastewater surveillance As global pathogens evolve with increasing speed and stealth systems like NWSS—now supercharged by Aquascope—provide early warning signals for variant emergence This capability is crucial for shaping timely public health responses and allocating healthcare resources effectively By harnessing wastewater as a window into population health noninvasive tool for detecting outbreaks before they hit clinical radar Feistel DJ, Welsh R, Mercante J, et al. Detection and Tracking of SARS-CoV-2 Lineages through National Wastewater Surveillance System Pathogen Genomics This week’s topics include a consensus on the Pandemic Treaty legislation to increase stockpile readiness for anthrax bioterrorism Get the latest news on pathogens and preparedness News on pathogens and preparedness for public health emergencies Columbia Water and Light is readying for the next phase of water main unidirectional flushing starting Monday east of Stadium Boulevard to Garth Avenue and between Interstate 70 and Stadium Water and Light will force water through mains at a high velocity to remove mineral deposits from the interior surface of the mains Customers may notice cloudiness or water discoloration which is due to calcium bicarbonate (lime) but if discoloration persists for more than a few hours customers can report concerns to the city by calling 573-874-2489 for a Water and Light response The Hanover Borough Water Department will be flushing all fire hydrants and dead-end lines on the water system Hydrant flushing is planned for all public fire hydrants and dead-end lines from Monday Residents are asked to not draw water while flushing is taking place in the immediate vicinity of a home and that water may be discolored during the flushing Hanover's Department of Water Resources performs hydrant flushing biannually to remove sediment and rust deposits that may occur inside the pipes as well as ensure hydrants are in working order for emergency services "Flushing the entire system at one time is the most efficient cleaning method to conserve water," the borough said in the release Harrison Jones is the Hanover reporter for the Evening Sun LOOGOOTEE – The City of Loogootee Water Department has announced a schedule for flushing water mains throughout the city The flushing will be conducted nightly between 10:00 p.m residents may experience temporary disruptions in their water service including cloudy water or reduced water pressure The Water Department advises residents to check the water quality before using it for drinking Anyone concerned about their water service during the flushing period is encouraged to contact the City of Loogootee Water Department office at 812-295-2497 during regular business hours residents can contact the Loogootee Police Department at 812-295-2246 The Water Department also reminds drivers and pedestrians to exercise caution when traveling near work crews around fire hydrants The high-pressure discharge of water during the flushing process can pose a potential hazard Serving Lawrence and surrounding counties since 1948 Grace is back, and the Mets have been continually good which is definitely emotionally confusing in a certain way It’s not like they haven’t had their fair share of injuries Next, Grace delves into this year’s Jackie Robinson Day conundrum. The recent rush by the current administration to erase anything they consider “DEI” (read: not about a straight white guy) took Jackie Robinson down with it. And though they eventually put it back, the league and the Dodger organization made no comments about it and the Dodgers visited the White House How can a league celebrate the life of a man who’s very essence of why he’s important was just (attemptedly) annihilated by the most powerful politician in the country Grace has a lush movie minute that is also a book adaptation She loves a 50s period piece about repressed sexuality and one of the best in a long while has arrived Follow us on Twitter/X ⁠@FIBPod⁠, on Instagram ⁠@FlushingisBurningPod⁠, and email us at ⁠flushingisburning@gmail.com⁠! Plus, we’ve joined Bluesky at ⁠flushingisburning.bsky.social⁠ you can listen or subscribe to all of our Home Run Applesauce podcasts through Apple Podcasts where we encourage you to leave a review if you enjoy the show Visit our ⁠Patreon⁠ for bonus episodes and to help directly support the podcasters whose work you’ve enjoyed for years as well as unlock access to exclusive episodes This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Days after India suspended the Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan in wake of the Pahalgam terror attack, the government has now initiated work to increase reservoir storage capacities at two hydroelectric projects in Kashmir, as per an NDTV report citing sources. Also read | Can India really stop Indus water from flowing into Pakistan? the government is also likely to accelerate construction of six stalled projects in the region – a 1,856 MW project in Sawalkot the Kirthai I and I facilities that will generate a combined 1,320 MW Jammu and Kashmir could generate up to 10,000 MW of electricity and there could be more water for irrigation and domestic consumption in the plains This move assumes great significance because if the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) were still operational India would have had to give Pakistan six months’ notice before starting construction during which time Islamabad would have mounted multiple legal challenges to delay or cancel the projects removing of sediment – was also carried out at the Salal and Baglihar projects by the state-run National Hydroelectric Power Corporation last week The flushing of the reservoirs was key for the same reason; India had not been able to clean them since they were built in 1987 and 2009 as it had been prohibited by the IWT Flushing had been banned as downstream countries may face flooding and destruction of property from the force of the released water sources told Reuters that finally being able to carry out the flushing exercise would “help in more efficient power generation and prevent damage to the turbines” It was pointed out that the 690 MW Salal and the 900 MW Baglihar plants had been operating well below capacity and their ministry officials – have already taken place including initiating of new projects along the Chenab (allotted to India under the IWT) and Jhelum (to Pakistan) rivers and reviving the Wular Lake India suspended the IWT with Pakistan on April 24 vowing not one drop of water would cross the border The IWT is a critical agreement for Pak; it divides the Indus River and its five major tributaries between India and itself and supplies nearly 80 per cent of that country’s farms threatened legal action as it denied any role in the Pahalgam attack “Any attempt to stop or divert water belonging to Pakistan will be treated as ‘an act of war’.” Timberlake x Nike shoe collab early access JT's favorite drill will help you hit pure irons Welcome to Play Smart a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you become a smarter If you want to make more birdies, you’ve got to hit it close with your short irons and wedges It’s no surprise that when you look at PGA Tour stats you’ll see a strong correlation between SG: Approach the Green and Birdie Average Take Justin Thomas, for example. He ranks eighth on Tour this season in SG: Approach at .852 and second on Tour with a Birdie Average of 4.8 per round. Making birdies is all about knocking it close. Knocking it stiff with the short clubs is all about controlling the club path and having solid clubface control. For more on the former, we can take learn a lot from Thomas’ favorite ball-striking drill. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zach Bankuti (@zachbankutipga) Having a repeatable club path is crucial if you want to strike the ball with any sort of consistency you can see the direction the clubhead is moving at impact relative to the target line it’s important that he’s swinging a little bit out to in it also works well with other matchups he has working in the swing “My tendency is to get from the inside,” Thomas says so swinging from the inside is not good.” In an effort to groove that outside-in club path Thomas relies on what he calls his favorite drill The setup for this drill is simple and only requires three balls He sets the first ball up in his typical ball position Then he lines the second ball up a few inches behind the first ball and a few inches inside his target line The third ball he places a few inches in front of the first ball and a few inches outside the target line All he’s trying to do is swing and hit the first ball without striking either of the other two balls I just have to miss it,” Thomas says that means I’m swinging far enough left.” Thomas has a great physical barrier to keep him from swinging too far from the inside And the beauty of it is that if he ever gets too far outside all he has to do is mirror the position of the balls to promote an inside-out path Zephyr Melton is an assistant editor for GOLF.com where he spends his days blogging he attended the University of Texas followed by stops with the Texas Golf Association He assists on all things instruction and covers amateur and women’s golf He can be reached at zephyr_melton@golf.com All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team Hydrant Flushing Scheduled for April 14–May 2 The Upper Arlington Fire Division will begin its annual fire hydrant flushing program the week of April 14 This important maintenance helps ensure hydrants remain in working order and allows crews to identify any repairs that may be needed Crews will be flushing hydrants on weekdays between 8 am and 6 pm. A detailed schedule and map showing where crews will be each day is available here. Most residents won’t notice any changes to their water but some may experience temporary discoloration we recommend not doing laundry on the day hydrants are flushed in your area keep clothes damp or wet to prevent stains from setting Cleaning products labeled as “rust remover” or “rust fighter” — available at most grocery and hardware stores — can help treat stained items Phone: 614-583-5000 Rain showers early will evolve into a more steady rain overnight  The Holly/Brandon varsity girls lacrosse team had the harsh realities life hit the program recently  The team had to deal with the loss of a team family member and Flushing at the same time on Wednesday Playing on heavy hearts due to Holly/Brandon varsity girls lacrosse coach Jan McLeod’s husband  and player Kylie McLeod’s stepdad’s recent passing the squad earned an 11-10 victory at home against Flushing  The Red Hawks (3-7) played one of their best games of the season The 11 goals matched their season-high (also 11 against Flushing in a 12-11 loss earlier this season)  Delanie Reynolds led the offense scoring six goals Two of those goals were the most important of the contest  Lilyana Cook-Valdez  and Lucy Whitehead had two goals each while Riley Hanseon had a goal the Red Hawks trailed by three entering the fourth quarter Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Milestone order marks first commercial revenue for Sharps Technology under multi-year 500-million syringe agreementInvestments in best-in-class manufacturing equipment position Sharps to offer differentiated high-volume syringe production to meet long-term contract demand 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sharps Technology an innovative medical device and pharmaceutical packaging company offering patented best-in-class smart-safety syringe products to the healthcare industry today announced the receipt of a $400,000 purchase order from a U.S This marks the first order under the previously announced $50 million supply agreement from July 2024 “This order represents a transformative moment for Sharps Technology as we begin generating revenue and delivering on our commitment to shareholders,” said Robert Hayes Chief Executive Officer of Sharps Technology “Our strategic partnership is now moving from the agreement to the execution phase with this initial order serving as the foundation for accelerating volume in the quarters ahead Our Hungarian manufacturing facility is fully prepared to deliver these first orders of pump-compatible 10mL SoloGard syringes allowing Sharps to recognize our first revenue of 2025 We look forward to advancing this supply agreement and delivering long-term value to our shareholders.” The order initiates the landmark agreement announced in July 2024 under which Sharps will supply approximately 500 million customized 10mL SoloGard syringes to the U.S.-based supplier of medical saline and water products over a five-year period The agreement is expected to generate approximately $50 million in revenue during its term Sharps has strategically invested in advanced production technology for SoloGard manufacturing and will soon begin installation and operational qualification to support increased production capacity Sharps continues to work closely with the customer to finalize product qualification and optimize production processes to meet the growing demand anticipated under the agreement Vice President of Product and Program Management at Sharps concluded: “Our strategic investment in precision molding and advanced automation through partnerships with Husky Medical Molds powered by Schöttli and BBS Automation demonstrates our unwavering commitment to manufacturing efficiency These collaborations enable us to dramatically streamline production processes while delivering superior quality for our SoloGard syringe systems By leveraging industry-leading manufacturing technologies and sustainability to our next-generation syringe manufacturing platform These technological enhancements create significant operational efficiencies that will be instrumental in accelerating delivery against this $50 million contract.” FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS:This press release contains “forward-looking statements” Forward-looking statements reflect our current view about future events the words “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “future,” “intend,” “plan,” “poised” or the negative of these terms and similar expressions statements contained in this press release relating to our business strategy our future operating results and liquidity Forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations and assumptions regarding our business Because forward-looking statements relate to the future they are subject to inherent uncertainties and changes in circumstances that are difficult to predict Our actual results may differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements They are neither statements of historical fact nor guarantees of assurance of future performance We caution you therefore against relying on any of these forward-looking statements Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements include our ability to raise capital to fund continuing operations; our ability to protect our intellectual property rights; the impact of any infringement actions or other litigation brought against us; competition from other providers and products; our ability to develop and commercialize products and services; changes in government regulation; our ability to complete capital raising transactions; and other factors relating to our industry Actual results may differ significantly from those anticipated Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time and it is not possible for us to predict all of them The Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements in order to reflect any event or circumstance that may arise after the date of this release Investor Contact:Holdsworth PartnersAdam HoldsworthPhone: 917-497-9287Email: IR@sharpstechnology.com Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInMYRTLE BEACH (WMBF) - A tactic aimed at keeping Ocean Boulevard moving is returning this summer The Myrtle Beach Police Department announced in a Facebook post that the Summer Emergency Vehicle Access Plan has been reactivated and is in effect for the 2025 season the northbound lane of Ocean Boulevard from 9th Avenue North to 16th Avenue North closes every Friday and Saturday night from 4 p.m All traffic flows southbound during this time and the section between 8th and 9th Avenue North closes in both directions creating a dedicated lane for emergency vehicles “This initiative focuses on three key goals: improving response times for our first responders and allowing officers to proactively address any concerns throughout the area,” MBPD stated This strategy is also commonly referred to as “flushing.” MBPD said that secondary streets and parking lots remain open during the Summer Emergency Vehicle Access Plan hours CASPER – Anglers and outdoor enthusiasts should prepare for rising water levels in the North Platte River as a 10-day flushing flow operation begins Monday the Wyoming Game and Fish Department announced the Bureau of Reclamation will release additional water from Gray Reef Reservoir to improve fish spawning habitat and increase invertebrate populations that support trout in the North Platte River the flow from Gray Reef Reservoir will rise from 500 cubic feet per second to 4,000 cfs between 3 and 7 a.m before gradually returning to 500 cfs by 10 a.m The cycle will repeat daily through March 26 after which flows will stabilize at approximately 500 cfs “Research shows these flushing flows are essential for sustaining wild trout populations,” said Matt Hahn fisheries supervisor for the Casper region trout populations often fell below 400 per mile the population averages more than 3,500 trout per mile.” Game and Fish urges anglers and recreationists to be cautious during the flushing flow period especially as the operation will extend through a weekend Areas typically safe for wading at 500 cfs may become hazardous at 4,000 cfs The flushing flow is scheduled March 17 to 26 to maximize benefits for spawning rainbow trout (Graphic Illustration - MetroCreativeConnection) PARKERSBURG — The Parkersburg Utility Board’s water division will flush water lines this weekend in the city and surrounding service areas today and continue around the clock until the work is completed Flushing will begin on 19th Street and move north on Dudley Avenue and west to the Ohio River a second crew will begin flushing on 19th Street moving east of Dudley Avenue and south toward the Little Kanawha River relief crews should start in the area of City Park and move across the Little Kanawha River to South Parkersburg Work will continue moving south toward Pettyville “Flushing of the water lines is done to remove the buildup of iron and manganese oxides from the lines and to inspect the operation of the fire hydrants in the water distribution system,” PUB Manager Eric Bennett said “Water line flushing helps to maintain the quality of water provided to the customers of Parkersburg’s water system.” Some residents may experience a temporary discoloration of their water while the work is taking place “It is likely that some brown-colored water will enter house connections if water is used at the same time that the flushing is being done in the area,” Bennett said Bennett added it is recommended laundry not be done when the flushing is being done in the area it should be rewashed with a product formulated for iron stain removal such as Iron Out or Red Out Customers who experience discolored water are advised to turn on the cold water and allow it to run until the water clears It is recommended to not use hot water until the water is running clear | https://www.newsandsentinel.com | 519 Juliana St. Fat Tail Daily Investment Ideas From the Edge of the Bell Curve Share Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Copy Link By Here are three things I’m thinking about today… Our first trade war victims are getting flushed out We don’t have to look far to see the first one This got clobbered after OPEC decided to increase production Those extra barrels will now hit the market just as demand is set to go down dismayed frackers are starting to reconsider their drilling plans because they anticipate demand for their product to weaken—in part as a result of Trump’s erratic shifts on trade.” Let’s check in on how Trump’s making the American oil industry “great again” US energy firms are getting slaughtered alongside the oil price The other week I said the US could have low gasoline prices or a roaring oil industry he’s never been one to let the facts get in the way of the story All this is a good thing for the rest of us Lower oil prices go straight to consumers as extra dollars That should bolster the outlook for the share market over the year A flare up in the Middle East could reverse the oil price quick smart Reliance Worldwide (RWC) is a construction supplies company on the ASX 48% of their material is sourced from outside America Tariffs are going to cost them at least $25-30 million in restructuring and expenses They’re now scrambling to source their inventory from anywhere but China “A full year trading outlook for FY25 was provided in RWC’s interim earnings announcement released on 18 February 2025 economic conditions in the US have deteriorated due mainly to the uncertainty surrounding the introduction of higher tariffs between the US and its trading partners “This has contributed to declining consumer confidence and reduced demand.” Watch the stock to see how much it declines I’m guessing most of this was the market jumping ship once it became likely Trump would get in it’s one thing to expect a 10-20% tariff on Chinese imports thanks to high mortgage rates and expensive prices It will likely grind along for a long while now There are a lot of traps like this out there now …This chart from Firetrail on the ASX outlook “Research from Goldman Sachs shows that to hit FY 2025 consensus earnings the average ASX 200 Industrial would need to deliver its strongest second half earnings skew in two decades “This suggests the market could see a wave of earnings cuts in the upcoming “confession season” ahead of August results.” Point being: make sure you know your stock or you could get whacked if they disappoint all this is more applicable to the Top 200 There is still plenty of opportunity in the small sector of the market Here’s shrewd fund manager Matthew Kidman appearing in the Australian Financial Review today… “So we’ve started to churn some of these large caps out over the past few weeks which had served us well defensively … but now we’re thinking it’s better to get back on the bike we ride normally and take on more risk.” The article says he’s been buying back into the market as long as you keep the usual risks in the share market in mind the great man from Omaha announced his retirement over the weekend he lives to 100 and beyond to see Berkshire keep fruiting Small-Cap Systems and Australian Small-Cap Investigator By With Trumps policies causing an exodus from the US dollar the Australian dollar is starting to look promising for more upside The recent collapse in the Australian dollar saw it plummet into a major buy zone between 58-62 cents The recovery has been swift as the US dollar turned down sharply during the tariff tantrum If the Aussie can hold these levels until the end of this month that will confirm a monthly buy pivot from a major buy zone That could increase the odds of more upside ahead for the Aussie dollar in coming months The fourth big ‘shift’ in mining There have been three major changes to the way the resource sector works in the last century Each one birthed some of Australia’s biggest mining companies — like BHP Rio Tinto and Fortescue…and handed some significant gains to investors We’re now witnessing a fourth major shift in this sector… Discover the four stocks that could benefit most here. All advice is general advice and has not taken into account your personal circumstances Please seek independent financial advice regarding your own situation or if in doubt about the suitability of an investment Callum Newman is a real student of the markets he was mentored by the preeminent economist and author Phillip J Anderson He also launched Money Morning Trader the popular service profiling the hottest stocks on the ASX each trading day Today, he helms the ultra-fast-paced stock trading service Small-Cap Systems and small-cap advisory Australian Small-Cap Investigator James Cooper unpacks India’s growth strategy: Boosting steel production by 50% Read on to learn how you can participate as India tries to secure its supply chain of steel-making commodities Plenty of experts warned us that the transition to renewables would be painfully expensive They also predicted something else: blackouts Investment ideas from the edge of the bell curve Go beyond conventional investing strategies with unique ideas and actionable opportunities Our expert editors deliver conviction-led insights to guide your financial journey Terms and Conditions Financial Services Guide Privacy Policy Email: support@fattail.com.au All advice is general in nature and has not taken into account your personal circumstances The value of any investment and the income derived from it can go down as well as up Never invest more than you can afford to lose and keep in mind the ultimate risk is that you can lose whatever you’ve invested the past is not a guide to future performance Some figures contained in our reports are forecasts and may not be a reliable indicator of future results Any actual or potential gains in these reports may not include taxes Fat Tail Daily is brought to you by the team at Fat Tail Investment Research Copyright © 2025 Fat Tail Daily | ACN: 117 765 009 / ABN: 33 117 765 009 / ASFL: 323 988 NORMAL — The Town of Normal announced its hydrant flushing schedule for May Fire hydrant flushing is performed to remove any sediment or stagnant water from the distribution system and to test fire hydrant operation residents should avoid washing clothes between 10 p.m while flushing is in progress in each area Visit normalil.gov/522/Hydrant-Flushing or contact 309-454-9563 for more information. Richard Charleton and Elaine Evans talk about their engagement at the ARC Activity & Recreation Center in Normal.  Normal West starting pitcher Chase Reinhart (15) pitches in the first inning against Bloomington on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Normal West. Bloomington's AJ Codron (10) makes a throw from third against Normal West on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Normal West. Bloomington's Blake Alferink (21) makes a throw from third against Normal West on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Normal West. Normal West's Chase Knuth (11) makes contact against against Bloomington on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Normal West. Normal West's Chase Knuth (11) leads off second base as Bloomington's Blake Alferink (21) plays behind Knuth on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Normal West. Normal West coach Chris Hawkins gives a sign to the Wildcats' hitter against Bloomington on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Normal West. Bloomington starting pitcher Evan Reed (17) pitches in the first inning against Normal West on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Normal West. Bloomington starting pitcher Evan Reed (17) is congratulated after getting out of an inning against Normal West on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Normal West. Bloomington head coach Steve Clapp watches the action from third base against Normal West on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Normal West. Contact Mateusz Janik at (309) 820-3234. Follow Mateusz on Twitter:@mjanik99 Subscribe to our Daily Headlines newsletter. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. The Normal Rotary Club awarded scholarships to eight local students during a reception on April 30. The Bloomington teen accused of fatally stabbing another in 2023 had been scheduled for a plea hearing, after attorneys said in March they had… Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. 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Read one of the UK’s favourite restaurant critics Enjoy wine expert Jancis Robinson’s peerless column of news Enjoy Alice's popular HTSI column about drinks and bar culture Learn what's new and trending according to our our award-winning HTSI food columnist Essential digital access to quality FT journalism on any device Complete digital access to quality FT journalism with expert analysis from industry leaders Complete digital access to quality analysis and expert insights complemented with our award-winning Weekend Print edition Terms & Conditions apply Discover all the plans currently available in your country See why over a million readers pay to read the Financial Times The city’s water team will begin flushing the main water line and fire hydrant network on May 1 and will continue working through October “Our team is responsible for the water mains fire hydrants and valves that provide fire protection and potable water to your home or business,” said Distribution and Collection System Manager Michelle Carr “This is just one aspect of the work that constantly goes into ensuring the city’s system remains in good working order for our community.” is necessary to remove sediment that naturally settles in pipes over time The program allows every fire hydrant in the city to be serviced and tested to ensure they are in proper working condition There are over 1,000 hydrants in Steamboat Springs residents may experience discolored water and fluctuating water pressures The city reminds residents that water should run clear quickly and running cold water in a bathtub for 10-15 minutes helps the water clear turn off the faucet and wait 30-60 minutes before attempting to clear the line again For more information, visit SteamboatSprings.net/Water. Readers around Steamboat and Routt County make the Steamboat Pilot & Today’s work possible Your financial contribution supports our efforts to deliver quality your support is critical to help us keep our community informed about the evolving coronavirus pandemic and the impact it is having locally Each donation will be used exclusively for the development and creation of increased news coverage Search autocomplete is currently not responding The Andover Department of Public Works will conduct a Distribution System Flushing Program in Town from April 7th and will end on or before July 18th The purpose of the Distribution System Flushing Program is to improve drinking water quality for residen.. Road closures will remain in effect until the majority of .. Town Manager Andrew Flanagan released the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2026 or 2.95 percent increase over the current fiscal year The Town of Andover has been notified that there has been a release of untreated or partially treated wastewater at the Lowell Wastewater Treatment Facility the public is advised of the following:  Location.. which will be updated with more streets shortly) Additional streets may be added to the street list and map at a later date,.. The I-495 Andover-Lawrence Bridge Replacements Project includes six bridges on I-495 The structures are on I-495 where it follows the Andover-Lawrence border the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) will .. 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If you continue to be blocked, please send an email to secruxurity@sizetedistrict.cVmwom with: Mich.-- Monday brought perfect baseball weather to Mid-Michigan and four of the area's stronger teams took the field in the late afternoon Swartz Creek hosted Flushing; the conference rivals split their doubleheader with the Dragons taking Game 1 5-1 and the Raiders punching back with a 12-2 blowout victory in Game 2 however the hosts overpowered the Railroaders; Mt Morris won the first contest 6-2 and found another gear afterwards to win the second 15-3 May 05 : Two weeks after the Pahalgam terror attack India has significantly reduced water flow to Pakistan by suspending regular protocols under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) and initiating reservoir maintenance activities at key hydroelectric projects in Jammu and Kashmir curtailed the Chenab River’s water flow to Pakistan revoked SAARC visa exemptions for Pakistani nationals and ordered their departure within 48 hours Diplomatic ties were further scaled back with the mutual expulsion of defence staff marking a significant shift in India’s policy toward Pakistan Official sources familiar with the development informed the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the government has initiated reservoir flushing operations at the Baglihar and Salal dams on the Chenab River previously conducted with prior notice to Pakistan under treaty norms were carried out without any communication this time the decision not to notify Pakistan stems from the suspension of the IWT mechanism following the Pahalgam attack that left 26 dead The sluice gates at Baglihar and Salal dams were opened initially to flush sediment and later closed temporarily holding back a significant volume of water that would otherwise flow into Pakistan’s Punjab province Officials estimate that the downstream water flow has been reduced by nearly 90 per cent The National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) said the maintenance work was aimed at increasing reservoir capacity and improving power generation Both projects are classified as run-of-the-river schemes but require periodic sediment removal to maintain operational efficiency The current maintenance includes near-emptying reservoirs and operating adjustable spillway gates India has also indicated that similar flushing work will be carried out at the Kishanganga hydroelectric project on the Jhelum River The Kishanganga project has been at the centre of long-standing disputes between the two countries India’s recent actions signal a policy shift towards using its full entitlement of waters under the treaty without the usual bilateral engagement India has expedited work on multiple hydroelectric projects in Jammu and Kashmir These projects are expected to add over 3,000 megawatts of capacity by 2027-28 The government described the current steps as part of a broader reassessment of India’s approach to water-sharing with Pakistan prioritising national interests and security concerns over treaty obligations and website in this browser for the next time I comment Uncover Australia's finest casino games in just one click at Joe Fortune Unleash the dragon's fortune with Dragon's Bonanza! 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Gothamist is funded by sponsors and member donations John Liu will back a plan that brings billionaire Mets owner Steve Cohen’s proposal for a casino near Citi Field closer to reality Liu announced Sunday he’d introduce state Senate legislation to reclassify the 50 acres of asphalt parking lots around the Mets ballpark as commercial property instead of parkland – a move that would allow for developments like Metropolitan Park, Cohen’s $8 billion proposal for a sprawling casino and entertainment complex have pledged to build the Flushing Skypark – a High Line-inspired pedestrian and bicycle bridge that would span Flushing Creek connecting downtown Flushing and Willets Point “I understand that Flushing Skypark will not be easy to achieve it would be the Metropolitan Park team,” Liu said at a press conference Cohen and Hard Rock have agreed to secure all the necessary public and private funding and obtain regulatory approvals to build the Skypark Under a legally binding contract with the nonprofit Waterfront Alliance the developers must instead pay $100 million for infrastructure improvements to Flushing Meadows Corona Park — delivered in $10 million annual installments over a decade “As an organization based in Willets Point we shared the community’s concerns around connectivity and recognized that the Skypark would be a great way to bring Queens together,” Cohen said in a statement “Metropolitan Park is committed to working to make Flushing Skypark a reality.” Queens Borough President Donovan Richards also backed the plan on Sunday calling it a “grand slam for Northwest Queens” that would bring 23,000 union jobs and long-overdue investment to historically underserved neighborhoods like Corona and Flushing While Liu’s support is a key political milestone for the Citi Field casino plan the proposal still faces notable opposition a chunk of the Metropolitan Park development would overlap with the senator’s jurisdiction Jessica Ramos – who is running for New York City mayor and whose district includes the ballpark – has voiced opposition to the plan the lawmaker's unwillingness to sponsor legislation that would allow for the parkland to be developed commercially meant that the ambitious project was stuck in limbo “My position has not changed," Ramos said in a statement provided by her office "I cannot support a casino in Corona and am a definitive no on any alienation bill that goes against my neighbors’ wishes.” The state Gaming Facility Location Board, which oversees the casino siting process, will award three downstate licenses by the end of 2025. 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Gothamist is a website about New York City news Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInWINONA (KTTC) – Residents in Winona may experience a decrease in water pressure or some discoloration throughout the month of May an annual event for preventative maintenance will begin on May 1 and run until the end of the month The city says the pressure and discoloration should be temporary; however it advises running a cold water tap until the water clears Find stories like this and more, in our apps An official website of the United States government JavaScript appears to be disabled on this computer. Please click here to see any active alerts state and local agencies may need to implement control measures to contain or redirect stormwater. EPA is developing and testing technologies to support stormwater management Go back to the Stormwater Management Implementation Control Technologies page According to the 2021 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure there are 2.2 million miles of underground water pipes in the United States These pipes and the associated network of storage tanks and reservoirs of the distribution system contain billions of gallons of finished water at any given time can compromise the water quality in large sections of this distribution system water storage Accidental or intentional contamination events can also render large volumes of water unusable within the distribution system Flushing contaminated water out of a drinking water distribution system using an existing network of fire hydrants is considered the most probable first action in response to a drinking water system contamination incident The existing fire hydrants will have an important role in removing (flushing) contaminated water from the distribution piping The primary purpose of flushing will be to keep the contaminated water from reaching consumers but consideration should also be given to where this flushed water will be discharged and what impact it will have on human health and the environment If the hydrant is close to a sanitary sewer manhole or drain the flushed water can be directed to the wastewater treatment plant if the flushed water will be discharged to a storm water drain or swale it may be beneficial and cost effective to treat the water as it is discharged from the hydrants before reaching the environment EPA has performed experiments designed to determine the efficacy of removing contaminated water from the water distribution system by flushing the water using hydrant flushing devices researchers also tested the ability of a custom-made chlorination diffuser (device used to reduce pressure and discharge flow from a fire hydrant) to add chlorine to the water discharged from the fire hydrant and disinfect biologically contaminated water before it was released to the environment Several operational best practices were identified by these experiments hydrant flushing under the right operating conditions was found to be effective at removing contaminated water from a water distribution system the hydrant diffuser was able to add chlorine to water discharged from the fire hydrant Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInJACKSON (WILX) - The annual Spring 2025 Hydrant Flushing Program from the City of Jackson’s Department of Public Works (DPW) will start Monday This activity is happening all over the City of Jackson and in bordering areas of Summit Flushing will take place Monday through Friday between 7 a.m Flushing is necessary to maintain the quality of the City’s water system such as washing iron and sediment out of water mains the sediment does not affect water quality but can cause water to become discolored and discoloration often disappears within a short time Residents are advised not to wash clothing while lines are being flushed in or around their neighborhoods due to the discolored water Residents may experience low water pressure for a short time when flushing is happening in the area Because there will be temporary impacts to water service the City urges residents to be aware of when flushing is happening in their area so they are not alarmed Questions about hydrant flushing should be directed to the “Report a Concern” feature on the City’s website or by calling the DPW at 517-788-4170