Princeton professors Linda Colley and Jill Dolan have received the University’s Howard T Behrman Award for Distinguished Achievement in the Humanities which "recognizes extraordinary faculty distinction in humanities and publication; in teaching and advising; and in humanities-related University service." Professor Colley is one of the most eminent living historians full stop," wrote one colleague who nominated Colley for the Behrman Award and “a major force in the history department.” “Colley is the premier historian of Britain of our time,” wrote another colleague “[S]he is able to defamiliarize the familiar showing how now-established ways of thinking took hold and began molding perceptions and actions she is a political historian of the everyday.” Colley’s many honors include being named a Dame of the Order of the British Empire in 2022 by Queen Elizabeth II one of whom lauded the “accessible and lyrical quality” of her writing her books forge brilliant new territory in academia while also appealing to a broad public audience One colleague noted that when the history department was conducting a search for an expert on British history Colley’s seminal work “Britons: Forging the Nation 1707-1837” (1992) — which won the Wolfson Prize for History and put her on the map as a leading expert on nationalism (and unofficial adviser to then-Prime Minister Tony Blair) — was the core text on the undergraduate syllabi of three of the four candidates Her 2007 book “The Ordeal of Elizabeth Marsh: A Woman in World History,” which one colleague called “a tour de force of what historians call ‘microhistory’ — using individual experiences to illuminate a much larger historical canvas,” was on The New York Times’ list of the 10 best books of that year Her 2014 book “Acts of Union and Disunion” originated as a series of 15 talks she gave on BBC Radio 4 Colley has guest-curated an exhibition at the British Library in London and delivered the Prime Minister’s Millennium Lecture at 10 Downing Street among many other public lectures around the world Colley would be my nominee,” wrote Jill Lepore of Harvard University in her New Yorker review of Colley’s “The Gun which unspools constitutional history in the context of global history and war Colley’s lecture courses on British imperial history from 1600 to 2000 regularly draw hundreds of undergraduates Drawing on her deep connections with the departments of English and art and archaeology and strong relationships with scholars around the world she devised a perennially popular graduate seminar focused on new research into the 18th through early 20th centuries literature and art of the period to campus the Annan Professor in English and professor of theater in the Lewis Center for the Arts She served as dean of the college from 2015 to 2024 Dolan is an expert on contemporary American feminist and queer theater and performance She served for six years as the director of Princeton’s Program in Gender and Sexuality Studies and is a faculty affiliate of the Program in American Studies Her research focuses on preserving opportunities for wonder and what Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel calls “radical amazement” in live whether at the theater or in the classroom “She is the consummate interdisciplinary humanist,” wrote one colleague “a distinguished teacher of multi-generational renown and impact; and a visionary institution builder who has diligently ethically and indefatigably deployed the intellectual and social goods of the humanities in service of multiple institutions When Dolan stepped away from teaching to serve as dean of the college forward-thinking commitment that she had already shown in the classroom and had been admired for by her colleagues Eisgruber and colleagues to propel a number of major initiatives expanding the socioeconomic diversity of the University’s undergraduate population including increasing the size of the undergraduate population no-loan financial aid program and establishing the Emma Bloomberg Center for Access and Opportunity Capturing the scope of Dolan’s roles as dean one colleague wrote: “[Her] contributions to this university have epitomized what the humanities can offer — she has brought understanding context and thoughtful critique to University initiatives and conversations and offered possible narratives that elevate refine and enhance our attempts to bring our best selves to the community her colleagues also lauded her creativity and influence on the curriculum Dolan devised multiple new courses across the arts and humanities at Princeton — ranging from American studies and English to gender and sexuality studies her classes have invited students to explore underrecognized contributors to theater and performance history a fantastic spokesperson and activist for the humanities for the value of the arts in general and theater in particular,” said one colleague “The students — undergraduate and graduate — whose lives have been transformed by Jill’s intellectual acuity empathetic and unwavering encouragement are too many to name.” Dolan has written or edited 10 books of theater criticism LGBTQ studies and American studies — including “Theatre and Sexuality,” “Utopia in Performance: Finding Hope at the Theater,” “The Feminist Spectator as Critic,” and a critical study of the plays of Wendy Wasserstein She has received many awards for writing and teaching including being named the American Society for Theatre Research’s Distinguished Scholar in 2013 she received the George Jean Nathan Award for Dramatic Criticism for her blog “The Feminist Spectator,” a lifetime achievement award from the Women and Theatre Program and an outstanding teaching award from the Association for Theatre in Higher Education Dolan earned her bachelor’s degree from Boston University and her Ph.D a longtime English teacher at Eden Prairie High School has been named the 2025 Minnesota Teacher of the Year Wallenberg – known to generations of students simply as “Wally” – is in her 49th year of teaching She is the first educator from Eden Prairie Schools to receive the state’s top teaching honor during a ceremony organized by Education Minnesota An independent selection committee made up of leaders in education business and government chooses the award recipient from a group of nominees who opt in to the process Wallenberg is the 61st teacher to receive the recognition since the award’s inception “Teaching is about the journey – the opportunity every fall and every single day to begin anew to guide students along their own journeys not just scholars,” Wallenberg said in a statement released by Education Minnesota an awakening of sorts – creating a sacred space where students can feel seen and trust their own authentic voices to take them out to the world.” teaching eighth-grade English in Faribault She joined Eden Prairie High School in 1977 and has remained ever since she also taught Swedish and coached the high school gymnastics team to a 150-7 record and two national titles She was twice named National Gymnastics Coach of the Year and was inducted into the Minnesota Gymnastics Hall of Fame in 2005 She earned a degree in English and Scandinavian studies from Gustavus Adolphus College in 1975 after studying abroad at Uppsala University in Sweden Wallenberg later became the first certified Swedish teacher in Minnesota and earned a master’s in English education from the University of Minnesota and for 42 summers has served as a teacher and director at Concordia College’s Swedish Language Village Wallenberg received the Royal Order of the Polar Star from His Majesty King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden for her work in Swedish language education She is also the author of two books: “Fundamental Gymnastics” and “Play-By-Play Gymnastics.” Many of her former students have gone on to be professional writers at least three Minnesota Teacher of the Year finalists have cited Wallenberg as their inspiration “Before meeting ‘Wally,’ I did not understand what true unbridled devotion looked like,” wrote 2024 Eden Prairie graduate Sophia Yoerks in a recommendation letter included with Wallenberg’s nomination “Not only does she teach impactful and informative material but she also finds countless ways to connect both herself and her students with it Even though I have known her for almost five years As noted in a December 2023 Eden Prairie Local News profile Wallenberg’s “AP Lit” course is often dubbed “AP Life” by students for its blend of literary analysis and life lessons She is known for coordinating her wardrobe with literary works for weaving student perspectives into her heavily annotated copy of “Hamlet,” and for creating what fellow teacher Sara Stein called “a sacred space” for students to find their voice indefatigable and full of love and curiosity for and about her students and the world,” Stein said in the 2023 article Wallenberg has been named Eden Prairie Teacher of the Year three times She was previously a finalist for the Minnesota Teacher of the Year honor in 2005 Wallenberg said her proudest accomplishment is the number of students she’s inspired to go into education “We have so many opportunities here to do this thing together link arm in arm,” she said in the 2023 story The Minnesota Teacher of the Year program is organized and underwritten by Education Minnesota Tradition Mortgage and Expedition Credit Union We have the address for the funeral home & the family on file If you're not happy with your card we'll send a replacement or refund your money \u003ca href=\"/who-we-are/community-events\"\u003eRead More\u003c/a\u003e Linda Lou Beebe, 74, of Ionia, a loving mother and grandmother, died peacefully on Friday, May 2, 2025 in Lansing. Linda was born July 25, 1950 in Detroit, the daughter of Leo Wade and Lulabell (Sherman) Sandow. In her early years, she kept... 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Stars Nathan Lane and Matt Bomer also executive produce the series, along with James Burrows, who also serves as director. 20th Television is the studio. Ready to feel the rhythm of Cuba? Buena Vista Social Club has officially arrived on Broadway. A world-class Afro-Cuban band is  joined by a sensational cast in this unforgettable tale of survival, second chances, and the extraordinary power of music.  Step into the heart of Cuba, beyond the glitz of the Tropicana, to a place where blazing trumpets and sizzling  guitars set the dance floor on fire. Here, the sound of Havana is born—and one woman's remarkable journey  begins.  ALL ARTS recently debuted House Seats: Mandy Gonzalez in Concert, a new concert film featuring the star performing a selection of Broadway hits, including “Satisfied” (Hamilton), 'Breathe' (In the Heights) and more. Lincoln Center Theater has teased a potential upcoming Ragtime revival on their social media. 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my dad was president of the Dunbar Community Development Corporation,” Thomson said “I decided I would get a degree in public administration learn how to work in the public sector and do the cool stuff.” Her career began with positions at the Connellsville Chamber of Commerce and then the Uniontown Chamber of Commerce “That is how I got into economic development I learned the economic development side of the business,” Thomson said She then moved on to the Clearfield County Economic Development Corp “It was a great opportunity to get to a bigger region and lead an organization that was one of the top ones in the state of Pennsylvania It was an opportunity for me to grow professionally and I learned to grow in things I never had,” Thomson said I considered it an opportunity to learn and grow I learned more in those 10 years … it was phenomenal,” Thomson said “What I have learned has been amazing … how to deal with community leaders boards of directors and managing employees and nonprofit management It was putting what I studied into practice I have the responsibility to make sure our organization has the people it needs to meet the mission statement set by the board of directors What I have to do is make sure we have our bases covered work with community leadership and drive the economy,” Thomson said Thomson has been a strong advocate for government procurement initiatives including bringing the defense industrial base in the region together as part of the JARI Defense Business Council she has worked to bring new defense technology companies to the region including outreach to international prospects Specific relationships and collaborations have been developed with Denmark and Norway She has become known as the driving force and co-host for the Showcase for Commerce bringing together leaders across many sectors to support the defense industrial base “Linda has been the driving force of the success of the annual Showcase for Commerce a nationally acclaimed defense industry trade show that will be celebrating its 34th anniversary this May,” said William Locher senior vice president of commercial lending at Somerset Trust Co “Linda is Showcase for Commerce; she is the face of Showcase and has been the reason we still have a Showcase for Commerce today when all the other smaller ones shut down especially after the loss of Jack Murtha,” said Bill Polacek President/CEO of the Cambria Regional Chamber of Commerce has worked closely with Thomson on the Showcase for Commerce “Linda has been an integral part of this event’s growth and success This event leads to successful relationships and contracts which create funding and jobs for area businesses,” Bradley said Thomson has won many awards over the years including being named “Economic Developer of the Year” from the Pennsylvania Economic Development Association in 1999 when she was in Clearfield I was nominated for an industrial site that was a big brownfield that was redeveloped Today it is the site of Pennsylvania Grain Processing She is well respected among her peers and community leaders JARI has significantly expanded and strengthened its programs playing a vital role in the region’s economic growth President/CEO of the Bedford County Development Association “Linda is best known for her extraordinary vision steady leadership and deep commitment to community progress Through her quiet determination and strategic insight JARI grew into an internationally recognized organization attracting investment and creating new opportunities for the region Linda’s legacy of leadership will be felt for generations to come,” Slayton said a great relationship builder who is genuinely vested in the success of growing our local businesses and community Linda has led the charge without any fanfare in growing and attracting new companies to our region,” Polacek said “She has been a catalyst in helping our defense industry grow and has been the key to over 500 business expansions and new startups we would not have half the jobs we enjoy today.” president/CEO of Concurrent Technologies Corp. JARI has positively impacted many of the counties throughout Western Pennsylvania with job creation workforce training and development programs introduction of supply chains to increase business and the recruiting of new businesses to the region from domestic locations as well as internationally based companies throughout Europe statewide and local government officials or businesses are interested in bringing in companies or hosting events in the region they reach out to Linda because they know she will ensure success and they have the utmost confidence in her abilities to make things happen,” Sheehan said Thomson said she has enjoyed the diversity of her job another day I meet with a CEO of a company looking at expansion how we can help them with things in terms of space how to set them up to do more,” Thomson said She believes her ability to build relationships has been the key to her success She said she started to think about retirement following the death of her daughter Emma Thomson in a traffic accident in August 2022 “Losing my daughter was a key factor I gave the board notice a year and a half ago,” Thomson said “I wanted to give them enough notice I am so appreciative of the organization and leadership I have worked with over the years I just want it to be a smooth transition and do what is in the best interests of the organization I wanted to leave the organization in the best shape that I could.” She said she will miss the people she works with and hopes they remember her well The people I work with and being part of a team has been the best part,” Thomson said “I hope they remember that I put everything I had into my job and made decisions that were best for the organization.” “I like to play golf when I get a chance to do it I want to spend as much time as possible with my daughter My mom is still living in Dunbar; I see her on a regular basis This will be the first time I have put time into my house,” Thomson said She will remain active on the boards on which she serves Vision Together 2025 and Pennsylvania Highlands Community College Shapiro to the Pennsylvania Military Community Enhancement Commission Cindy Hostetler became the new president and CEO even though Thomson’s retirement isn’t effective until June 30 Thomson has a simple piece of advice for her successor “Number one … believe in this team you can’t go wrong from growing and learning from them and be sure to build those relationships,” Thomson said Mirror Staff Writer Walt Frank is at 814-946-7467 Position: Retiring as President/CEO of Johnstown Area Regional Industries Education: 1978 graduate of Connellsville High School; bachelor’s degree in public administration and political science from Waynesburg University; master’s degree in public administration from Lehigh University Quote: “The most recent thing I found amazing we’ve become the region’s micro lender to small and start up companies in the Southern Alleghenies area and Indiana County we have seen growth in the way we can support small businesses.” Antis Township will apply to the state Department of Community and Economic Development for a $250,000 grant to .. Copyright © 2025 Central Pennsylvania Newspapers LLC | https://www.altoonamirror.com | 301 Cayuga Ave. was officially sworn in at Washington Park on Sunday For the first time Quincy will be led by a female voice "I really didn't think about being the first female until after the election when someone told me that their granddaughter had gone off and told their mom I was at the election party last night and I got to meet the new mayor And it didn't dawn on me that there would be little girls that think about that," Moore said recognized the historical significance of the moment Things have really progressed as far as women go I have complete confidence that she'll keep the aldermen together and then we can move forward and do wonderful things," Oakman said Oakman felt the Moore having already worked for the city will give her an advantage she's keeping the same mindset that won her the mayoral race "I'm a roll up your sleeves and just get to work kind of person I'm going to get to work," Moore said Moore plans to announce a detailed plan within the next few days on how the city will fix the roads She also plans to make changes to organizational structure within the city Linda Hamaker serves as director of finance for Student Life where she plays a pivotal role in developing planning and implementing the division’s financial management strategy She leads a multifaceted finance team that supports our cost centers departments and executive leadership with budget planning Linda served as director of finance and business operations for the Chemistry Department processes and sustainable financial practices Linda also has extensive experience leading teams and programs for non-profits including three years at a behavioral health and wellness organization and nine years at Rice University in Houston Linda worked as a principal scientist in the pharmaceutical industry for nearly a decade Linda earned an MBA from Rice University Jones Graduate School of Business a Ph.D.in Chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and a BS in Chemistry from Bradley University CU Boulder acknowledges that it is located on the traditional territories and ancestral homelands of the Cheyenne, Arapaho, Ute and many other Native American nations. 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Upgrade now. at Creamery Creek Senior Living in Stoddard to Henry “Hank” and Hildegarde (Bendel) Mickschl in La Crosse She graduated from Central High School in 1958 They celebrated 61 years of marriage and were rarely far apart through their final years together She worked at Garvalia’s China Shop and the La Crosse Telephone Company and built many lasting friendships there before returning to La Crosse in 1980 Linda continued her education to become an LPN and as a nurse in La Crosse with an oral surgeon and many years in the dialysis department at Gundersen Hospital She enjoyed music and she was active many years in the church choir Christmas holidays were not complete without family and friends gathered around her at the piano for carols and Ellie Lorenz; and her four great grandchildren She is also survived by her sisters-in-law Jerry Doll; along with many nieces and nephews; and numerous dear friends Funeral services will be held at 11am on Saturday A visitation will be held at the church beginning at 9:30 am until the time of the service A luncheon will follow the service at the church Pastor Karen Bankes and Pastor Ethan Larson will officiate the service with burial in the Chipmunk Coulee Cemetery Schumacher-Kish Funeral Home is assisting the family Memorials may be given to Faith United Methodist Church The family wishes to thank the caring staff at Creamy Creek in Stoddard for their compassionate care over the past two years along with the staff of Moments Hospice Care Online guestbook is available at www.schumacher-kish.com images of cars flying around banked ovals likely come to mind But just down the road in wine country lies a different beast: Sonoma Raceway and one where a legendary driver with Rio Linda ties Before he became a household name and NASCAR Hall of Famer Jeff Gordon spent formative years racing right here in the Rio Linda area honing the skills that would make him a racing icon And while Gordon conquered tracks across the country With a record five Cup Series wins at this challenging road course Gordon demonstrated the incredible finesse and car control required to succeed where left and right turns rule the day Sonoma isn’t your typical NASCAR venue 1.99-mile layout (sometimes using the 2.52-mile “Carousel” configuration) features 10 demanding turns and a significant 160-foot elevation change – the most on the NASCAR circuit Forget simply mashing the gas; drivers here battle their 3,400-pound machines through sharp hairpins requiring precision braking and masterful shifting more reminiscent of international sports car racing “Sonoma has always been a very technical flowing road course,” notes Denny Hamlin “It’s a great racetrack and all the drivers and teams enjoy a changeup even from other road courses we have on the schedule,” adds Aric Almirola why should Rio Linda fans make the short trip The tight corners and narrow straights mean close-quarters racing Contact isn’t just possible; it’s practically guaranteed “rubbin’ is racin’,” and Sonoma often delivers fender-bending duels and dramatic last-lap moves especially heading into the infamous Turn 11 “Turn 11 will be seeing a lot of smoke,” predicts Cup Series driver Austin Dillon “It’s going to be an exciting race.” Recent track improvements have only upped the ante all the time,” says former champion Kyle Busch Drivers with diverse racing backgrounds often excel leading to unexpected winners and thrilling championship implications It’s a chance to see raw talent shine on a uniquely challenging stage Imagine it: The roar of V8 engines echoing through the Sonoma hills the smell of tires and race fuel hanging in the air and the sight of colorful stock cars sliding and battling just inches apart It’s a full-sensory experience unlike any other in motorsports Whether you cheered for Rio Linda’s own Jeff Gordon back in the day or you’re new to the excitement of NASCAR witnessing the drama unfold on a road course is a must And there’s no better place to do it than at the iconic Sonoma Raceway Don’t Miss Out: NASCAR storms into Sonoma Raceway for the Toyota/Save Mart 350 weekend from July 11–13 and upgrades now at SonomaRaceway.com or call (800) 870-RACE [7223] Experience the thrill that made a local legend a road course king Contact/Feedback Submit Story Idea Anniversary AnnouncementBirth AnnouncementLetter To The EditorObituarySubmit Story IdeaWedding Announcement Please enter your username or email address to reset your password Secretary of Education Linda McMahon drew the ire of Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) for sharing a teacher appreciation message on social media Monday was the beginning of Teacher Appreciation Week in the U.S. during which students and parents alike are encouraged to give gifts of gratitude to teachers “I think teaching is one of the most noble professions,” McMahon said in a video on X “I’d just like to take a moment to say thank you to all of our teachers all over our country.” Her post’s caption read “Thank you for your devotion to educating the next generation.” Teaching is among the noblest professions. To teachers across America, thank you for your devotion to educating the next generation. #TeacherAppreciationWeek pic.twitter.com/hS16ur4G74 “Nothing says teacher appreciation like gutting the Department of Education and firing half of the people that make the agency run,” Warren wrote in response Nothing says teacher appreciation like gutting the Department of Education and firing half of the people that make the agency run. https://t.co/XgobK05IVv Warren was referring to the Education Department’s laid-off employees and the education funds that were transferred to the states. President Donald Trump made it clear that the department will still handle “Pell Grants [and] resources for children with disabilities and special needs.” LINDA MCMAHON INTERRUPTS DEMOCRATIC PRESSER OUTSIDE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT HQ Of the Education Department’s initial 4,133 staff, 259 accepted a deferred resignation package, 313 accepted a $25,000 separation payment, and 63 probationary employees were let go in April. In addition, 1,315 more people will soon be laid off, leaving a little more than half of the original workforce The Department of Education was created by President Jimmy Carter 45 years ago An official website of the United States government Higher Education Homepage Adult Programs Homepage Birth to Grade 12 Education Homepage Teaching and Administration Homepage Grants and Programs Homepage Laws and Policy Homepage Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited Sports Leadership Arts Management (SLAM) Secretary McMahon joined Congressman Burgess Owens on Sirius XM’s “The David Webb Show” in front of a live audience of parents and families impacted by school choice and David Webb visited SLAM Miami for a student-led tour and a second live broadcast on SLAM Radio The broadcast featured interviews conducted by students and showcased how educational choice is transforming lives.  “As we work to restore local control over education it was great to join Congressman Burgess Owens and parents to see firsthand the difference school choice makes in unlocking academic potential,” said U.S “Families deserve the freedom to choose the best educational path for their children and Florida schools like SLAM are delivering with an active learning environment for students who have a passion for the sports industry Students get to learn what they enjoy and have fun doing it!”  “We know what’s possible when we put our children first—parents are trusted as the primary decision-makers in their kids’ education opportunity is no longer determined by a ZIP code Working alongside President Trump and Secretary McMahon we have a historic opportunity to make national school choice a reality transform the lives of millions of families Thank you to Secretary McMahon for joining the launch of this critical mission and to the incredible students and parents who stood with us—we will never stop fighting for you,” said Congressman Burgess Owens.  More information about SLAM is here.  an official website of the Department of Education Looking for U.S. government information and services? Visit USA.gov all deaths handled by Crain Funeral Home & Cremation Service must have a minimum of the name uploaded to our website Linda was 76 years young and began her journey down the yellow brick road She was born to Natalie (Ann) & Anthony (Tony) in Chicago riding her bike with her husband and friends and cooking for her family Her smile was contagious and would bring life to any gathering always having the right words to say in any situation She was preceded in death by her Mom & Dad Woods Cross; daughters: Sherry (Dan) and Tiffany; grandchildren: Jeanette and Brandon; and great-grandchildren: Brandy She is deeply loved and is already deeply missed Then Himself at Yorba Linda ParkBy iHeartRadioMay 5 2025Photo: gorodenkoff / iStock / Getty Images a shooting at Featherly Regional Park in Yorba Linda left three men hospitalized The Orange County Sheriff’s Department responded to the incident around 2:40 p.m. The altercation reportedly began earlier in the day between the gunman and one of the victims. According to KTLA attempted to run over a victim with his vehicle and then opened fire before turning the gun on himself while a fourth person was treated at the scene for minor injuries caused by the vehicle The park was hosting a family-friendly event for Volkswagen enthusiasts when the shooting occurred recounted hearing gunshots while at a birthday party for a child She quickly took cover with her daughter in their RV NBC Los Angeles reported that the incident is believed to be isolated The identities and conditions of those hospitalized have not been released Authorities continue to investigate the shooting and are asking anyone with information to contact the Orange County Sheriff’s Department or submit anonymous tips through Orange County Crime Stoppers In Loving Memory of Linda Faye Waite (née Lyons) It is with heavy hearts and deep love that we announce the peaceful passing of Linda Faye Waite (née Lyons) on May 2 She left this world as she lived in it—with grace Linda was the beloved daughter of William and Lillian Lyons Linda’s vibrant spirit and warm heart made her a cherished friend Linda and Carl were affectionately known throughout the Ottawa Valley as “Ma & Pa.” Their home on the Kerr Line became a gathering place of joy and community—where neighbours and friends gathered for sledding Their door was always open and there was always enough to eat She loved to laugh—her quick wit and practical jokes became the stuff of legend She leaves behind a family who will forever carry her spirit: Her brothers Willis (Betty) Lyons and Wayne (Nancy) Lyons; She was predeceased by her brother Donald (Betty) Lyons.Her children Sheri Boyd (Bryan) and Jamie Waite (Christine); Her cherished grandchildren Tyler Linda’s love extended far beyond the immediate—she held a special place in her heart for her many nieces and the kind of strength that quietly carried others through Her memory will forever echo across the fields of the Valley and in every shared story that begins with, “Remember when Ma & Pa…” Friends may call at the Fraser-Morris and Heubner Funeral Home Cobden the mere opportunity to step away from the more vapid and realistic world of work and into the music scene in itself was pure magic to someone like Ronstadt who was grateful for anything that allowed her to live in a world she never thought she would be accepted into With an enthusiastic heart and an eye for accompanying talent Ronstadt was a welcome presence in the Californian music scene nudging her way in like an unsuspecting addition to a party that long needed someone so fresh-eyed and willing to mix things up a little being welcomed didn’t necessarily mean onwards and upwards many of Ronstadt’s memories of this time are somewhat ambivalent According to Ronstadt, while Laurel Canyon was a hazy concoction of bustling excitement and opportunity, it was also a place where people too often played it safe, and a complex community where entitlement and toxicity often flew under the radar of normalised culture. “It wasn’t completely pleasant,” she once told Mojo recalling how she often felt like many kept to themselves “in case you had the wrong opinion.” into submission to the louder few who set the tone could have pushed Ronstadt into the shadows that initial delicacy soon evolved into a sharper presence strengthened by the wisdom that real art rarely stays silent This was the case for Jimmy Webb’s comeback record while some acknowledge its greatness in varying ways which gave Ronstadt an understandable feeling of guilt “I was so sorry it wasn’t successful,” she said “I really worked hard on it and gave up a lot to do it Jimmy expected so much and felt so let down by the record company.” Ronstadt’s accountability proves she always had something many didn’t: modesty Ronstadt saw the cracks in the perfect fantasy of the burgeoning scene guided by her attention to detail when it came to those who were in it for the right reasons and those who were just along for the party This healthy scepticism meant she always tried her best even when things weren’t necessarily meant to be And while she missed the mark with Suspending Disbelief there’s always warmth in the underlying sincerity of her intent Ronstadt never really felt that her own work was worth listening to while it didn’t accrue the numbers she wanted for Webb it didn’t remove from the enjoyment many fans still extracted from the project Due to recent events, you can now leave online condolences with each obituary posted on the Kutis Funeral Home website. COVID-19 Funeral Assistance – FEMA is now helping those that have lost a loved one from COVID-19. Click HERE to review the information on eligibility and requirements on the COVID-19 Funeral fortified with the sacraments of Holy Mother Church for over 54 years; dearest mother of Jennifer Pranger and Michael Jr (Ida) Pranger; loving grandmother of Kinnedy and Allison; dear sister of Jerry (Mary) Terry Jean (Don) Jennewein and the late Sheila Williams; dear sister-in-law of Maureen (Steve) Kempf Marilyn Pranger and Melissa (Kyle) Earthman; our dear aunt Services: Memorial visitation at Kutis South County Chapel, 5255 Lemay Ferry Road, on Sunday, May 4, 2:00 to 6:00 pm. Funeral mass at St. Margaret Mary Alacoque Catholic Church, on Monday, May 5, 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Team Activities for Special Kids or Evelyn’s House Will always be remembered with her beautiful smile and laughter 💗💗💐 our deepest sympathy to Mike and all her family I always told Linda over the years she was the strongest and bravest persom I knew She was loved by so many people and will be missed by so many people My deepest sympathy goes out to Mike and her family Loved working with Linda at Dierbergs Telegraph She will definitely be missed by all who had the pleasure to work with her and her family and friends as well God Bless her family during this difficult time Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" For personalized and affordable funeral arrangements choose Kutis Funeral Home - a family-owned establishment serving St 2906 Gravois Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63118314-772-3000 10151 Gravois Road, St. Louis, MO 63123314-842-4458 5255 Lemay Ferry Road, Mehlville, MO 63129314-894-4500 The state’s 61st Teacher of the Year is the first from the Eden Prairie school district to win the award, organizers said. Eden Prairie High School English teacher Linda Wallenberg, who over her 49-year career has mastered the art of helping students feel understood, is Minnesota’s 2025 Teacher of the Year. Wallenberg, who students refer to as “Wally,” has taught at the high school since 1977. At a banquet at the St. Paul RiverCentre on Sunday, she was named the 61st Minnesota Teacher of the Year. She is the first teacher from the Eden Prairie school district to win the award. “I believe the classroom is hope, and we cannot surrender hope,” said Wallenberg, who considers herself an eternal optimist, after the ceremony. “If the classroom is the place where we have the ability to build bridges, to give our children what they need to succeed, then we have a bright future.” A Chicago native, Wallenberg studied in Sweden before going on to graduate from Gustavus Adolphus College in 1975. She earned a degree in English and Scandinavian studies, becoming the first certified Swedish teacher in Minnesota, according to Teacher of the Year organizers. She taught eighth grade English at Faribault Junior High for more than a year before joining Eden Prairie High School, where she has taught English and Swedish. She also has served as a gymnastics coach and has authored two books on the sport. Wallenberg has a master’s degree in English education from the University of Minnesota. She has been named Eden Prairie Teacher of the Year three times and also was a finalist for Minnesota Teacher of the Year in 2005. Wallenberg said she often pulls from her experience coaching gymnastics to offer students advice on resilience. “I became a teacher because I am fiercely curious, and I love to learn. And I believe our students love to learn, too,” Wallenberg said. She said she works every day to show students that “they belong here. That there’s a seat for them in the classroom. That there’s the ability within that classroom to open their eyes up to the world. That has made a huge difference.” Eden Prairie High School senior Sedona Lashkowitz nominated Wallenberg for the award. She said Wallenberg took extra care to help guide her through her freshman year. “She made me feel so seen and heard,” Lashkowitz said. “She’s had so many students, but she just interacts one-on-one with each student and seems to remember the finest little details about every single person. It just shows she cares about every single person.” After nearly five decades as an educator, Wallenberg said she remains committed to teaching, empowering students and bringing English curriculum and literature to life. “My students might say it’s all about advocating for the Oxford comma,” Wallenberg said with a laugh. “But I’d say the thing that really made me land on English was stories. Our most precious ability to know each other is to share our stories.” Wallenberg has taught generations of students who since have become professional athletes and writers, as well as many educators, some of whom were Minnesota Teacher of the Year finalists. She was selected as this year’s winner out of a pool of dozens of nominees, which was narrowed down to 12 finalists. The Teacher of the Year represents the state’s thousands of educators by speaking to education organizations, legislators and other community groups throughout the year. Sarah Ritter covers the north metro for the Minnesota Star Tribune. News & Politics Minnesota’s kindergartners have been below the recommended 95% threshold for years and more parents are getting exemptions for the MMR vaccine Where are children most vulnerable to infectious spread Hennepin County is highlighting salvage businesses in May to encourage residents to reuse construction materials and limit what gets sent to landfills Conservative board members had questioned the content of the books and curricula prompting criticism from the teachers union WDHN - wdhn.com (AP) — A Wisconsin prosecutor cleared police officers from Ohio of any criminal liability Monday in a fatal shooting last summer near the Republican National Convention were among thousands of officers from multiple jurisdictions providing extra security for the July convention in Milwaukee According to a letter Milwaukee County District Attorney Kent Lovern sent Columbus Division of Police Chief Elane Bryant on Monday a group of 14 Columbus officers had gathered in a park near the convention arena for a briefing on July 16 when they saw 43-year-old Samuel Sharpe approaching another man with a knife in each hand The officers opened fire after Sharpe refused to drop his knives and lunged at the man The shooting was not connected to the convention but people in the neighborhoods around the park questioned how out-of-state police could justify killing a Wisconsin resident Lovern wrote in the letter that Wisconsin law allows someone to use deadly force to protect someone else if that person believes it’s necessary to prevent imminent death or great bodily harm The five officers who fired on Sharpe told investigators they believed Sharpe meant to seriously injure or kill the other man Officers could be heard on body camera footage before the shooting identifying themselves as police and ordering Sharpe to drop his knives but Sharpe ignored them and continued toward the man A voicemail left with the Columbus Division of Police’s public information office seeking comment on Lovern’s decision wasn’t immediately returned NC passed away peacefully in her sleep Tuesday April 29 VA and was the daughter of the late Samuel Edward “Eddie” and Winnie Lou Sewell Wiggins Linda loved everyone and everyone that knew her loved her She had a love for animals including her birds and flowers and also cooking She loved spending time with her family and going gambling with her close friends Mack and Ann Powell She was a produce manager at Family Foods for years and she helped a close friend at Dave’s Place for some years Stacy Lynn “Carolina” Horton which was her best friend Gregory Earl “Greg” Horton of Capron Jeff Wiggins. Also surviving are her three dogs Big thank you to Miriah Smith and ShiAnne Williams for all the care and unconditional love she received There will be no services held at this time NC is assisting the family with arrangements and online condolences may be made by visiting www.millerfhc.com on the campus of Florida State University in Tallahassee to the late Henry “Hank” James Coburger and Colleen Loretta Cavanaugh Coburger—beginning her story in a place that would shape so much of her future she graduated from Escambia High School and returned to Tallahassee to earn her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Florida State She later received her Master’s degree in Special Education from Ohio University Linda’s teaching career began in the classrooms of Leon County Schools and spanned decades and state lines—from Ohio to North Carolina and a deep belief in every child’s potential She spent 20 devoted years at Pine Grove Elementary before “retiring”—only to continue shaping young minds at St Linda was a woman of deep faith and connection She was active in her church and the Council of Catholic Women (CCW) and she found joy and fellowship in bible study groups She explored the world with the Happy Travelers Travel Club A voracious reader and loyal Florida State fan she never missed a chance to cheer on her team or dive into a good book Linda’s love and strength live on through her children: her son Ben Wilson and his wife Stephanie of Valdosta; her daughter Lauria Wilson and her wife Amanda of Lake Mary She was a proud grandmother to Shelby Wilson She is also survived by her brother Michael Coburger and his wife Cecilia of Pensacola along with many beloved nieces and nephews She now reunites with her siblings David Coburger A visitation with rosary will be held on Tuesday A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday John the Evangelist Catholic Church with Father Robert Phillips officiating the family invites you to honor Linda’s legacy by supporting causes dear to her heart: St Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the American Diabetes Association Online condolences may be shared at www.mclanecares.com Make a donation to one of the following charities in remembrance of Linda Coburger Wilson Add to Calendar Add to Calendar E-edition PLUS unlimited articles & videos Personalized news alerts with our mobile app *Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories Please subscribe to continue reading… a former Post-Dispatch editor and longtime local journalist Those who knew her recalled Lockhart as a rigorous wordsmith a strong advocate for Black journalists and a passionate storyteller “She was an absolute force,” said her daughter “She was always working so hard to make wherever she was better.” Louis as the eldest daughter of Cornelious and Laura Lockhart She spent her early years living in the Lewis Place and Kingsway East neighborhoods on the city’s north side and attended Lutheran grade schools from kindergarten through eighth grade most of her friends went to Lutheran High School North so she went to the nearly all-white Lutheran High School South in south St Decades later, she could still recall her first day: She got on the bus not knowing anyone and within minutes had met her new best friend. She became the school’s first Black graduate in 1970 and enrolled at the University of Missouri-Columbia’s School of Journalism on a full scholarship the Post-Dispatch offered outstanding Black students She earned her degree and started her career at the Post-Dispatch in 1974. She reported on police and education. She helped found the Greater St. Louis Association of Black Journalists, which advocated for Black reporters and editors and helped train new ones “He was the white guy at the Black paper,” Lockhart later recalled in an interview with a Lutheran High alumni publication “I was the Black girl at the white paper.” shortly after Lockhart began a 17-year tour of the upper Midwest: She worked at the Milwaukee Journal and the Wisconsin State Journal and the Capital Times in Madison She spent the next decade as a Metro section editor editorial writer and an editor on the paper’s national and international news desk a former Post-Dispatch editor and Washington correspondent unafraid to push those around her to dig deeper and better understand the communities they covered “You didn’t get away with any sloppiness with Linda,” Freivogel said Lockhart took early retirement in 2007 after Lee Enterprises bought the paper and the industry began a long retrenchment But when a group of fellow former Post-Dispatch staffers started a new online publication Freivogel successfully begged Lockhart to join them “I knew she would be a tremendous asset,” she said Louis American for three months during the pandemic before retiring again But she was still around and willing to offer advice to those who asked for it “Get to know people,” she told the Lutheran South alumni publication in 2021 and don’t get hung up on what makes people different but rather what makes them the same.” A funeral will be held Saturday at a location to be announced Lockhart asked that donations be made to the American Cancer Society or the Trinity Lutheran Church Memorial Fund Post-Dispatch photographers capture hundreds of images each week; here's a glimpse at the week of April 20 Email notifications are only sent once a day The Christian Brothers of the Midwest plan to sell the property after decades of welcoming Catholic parish and school groups Louis Zoo lost nearly $1 million amid the Trump administration's funding cuts The person visited the aquarium on April 30 between 1 and 6 p.m Completion of the Old Courthouse renovations caps over a decade of work to revamp and reimagine the Gateway Arch National Park and Kiener Plaz… The shelter is closing to prevent a potential outbreak of parvovirus Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device The family will receive friends following the service in the fellowship hall A Private Entombment will follow the family visitation NC to the late Hezzie Rueben Byrd and Christine Roberts Byrd She was also preceded in death by her brother Johnson was a retired supervisor with the North Carolina Department of Revenue individual income tax division in Raleigh She was a member of Elevation Global Methodist Church Flowers are welcomed; memorials may be made to Elevation Global Methodist Church The family appreciates your thoughts and prayers Arrangements by Rose & Graham Funeral Home in Benson Maine is facing charges in connection to the 1984 murder of Linda Maxwell is charged with murder for the death of Linda Maxwell READ MORE: Can You Help? 36 Unsolved Missing Person Cases in Maine The 18-year-old victim was last seen in the Calais area  on August 23 her body was recovered along the shoreline of the St Croix River in Robbinston,  Washington County the case remained unsolved for more than 40 years Maine Department of Public Safety Spokesperson Shannon Moss says an arrest in the case was finally made on May 1 An extensive investigation by the Maine State Police led the Attorney General's Office to present the case to a Washington County Grand Jury and they returned an indictment Raymond Brown was taken into custody Thursday after a traffic stop on Broadway in Bangor He was taken to the Washington County Jail Anyone with Information related to this case or any unsolved homicide or missing persons case is encouraged to contact the Maine State Police We'll update this story as more details become available.  A man from Bangor, Maine is facing charges in connection to the 1984 murder of Linda Maxwell.\nRead More READ MORE: Can You Help? 36 Unsolved Missing Person Cases in Maine PHOTO PROVIDED - The Marshalltown girls’ golf team poses on the 18th green at Elmwood Country Club after Thursday’s Linda Bloom Invite The Bobcats finished in third place in the competition-rich It was every bit the four-team showdown Marshalltown head coach Lucas Johnson thought it would be The Marshalltown girls’ golf team hosted its annual Linda Bloom Invite on Thursday at Elmwood Country Club and came within five strokes of frontrunner Ames The Bobcats were also only two shots out of fourth place as the top four teams finished within six strokes of each other Ames claimed the team title with a 324 team score finishing ahead of Pleasant Valley and Marshalltown — both at 329 — and Waukee Northwest (330) Pleasant Valley took second in the final team standings due to the fifth-score tiebreaker Area teams Grundy Center and BCLUW also competed placing fifth (380) and 11th (396) respectively it was a battle with all four of the top-ranked teams having a chance to take the title,” Johnson said “We lost some shots down the stretch that cost us but I think we also learned a lot that will help us as we head into the second half of the season.” Marshalltown senior Natalie Henson continued her torrid pace with another meet victory claiming medalist honors with her 1-under-par round of 69 Pleasant Valley and Waukee Northwest joined Marshalltown golfers in putting forth the top 16 scores of the day Marshalltown’s Gaby Estabrook placed ninth with an 83 and Morgan Hilderbrand was 16th with an 88 rounded out the Bobcats’ scoring with an 89 Pleasant Valley’s fifth score was 16 strokes better than Marshalltown’s leaving little down in the tiebreaker for second place Grundy Center was led by Avery Knutsen’s 92 while BCLUW’s Leah McEwen topped her team with a 92 Henson’s medalist round included four birdies “Natalie Henson continues to be lights-out and did an awesome job staying patient after a couple early bogeys,” said Johnson “She’s on an incredible run with three wins where she’s a combined 7-under over her last 54 holes of competitive golf.” Estabrook and Hilderbrand also earned flags for their top-18 finishes in the tournament “We’ll round out a busy week [Friday] up in Fort Dodge and then have some time to prepare for a return trip to Veenker,” Johnson said “It’s another chance to compete with Ames who has shown they’re the team to beat in 4A.” Grundy Center followed up Knutsen’s 92 with a 93 from Leah Larson a 95 from Holly Lubbert and a 100 from Kahlynn Draper BCLUW’s scoring behind McEwen’s 92 included a 95 from Delaney Legg a 104 from Gracie Andrews and a 105 from Marissa Schnathorst GRUNDY CENTER (380) — Avery Knutsen 92 EDDYVILLE — The East Marshall boys’ track and field team took fourth place out of six teams at the Rocket .. 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