Marshals are actively looking for a homicide suspect in Rincon According to a statement issued by the Rincon Police Department the Effingham County Sheriff's Office and U.S Marshals tried to apprehend 19-year-old Demarion Quinton Butler but he was able to elude law enforcement He was last seen on West 7th Street near Stokes Avenue Law enforcement believes the suspect is armed and dangerous Butler was last seen wearing a red hooded sweatshirt Anyone with information is encouraged to call the RPD at 912-754-8119 Latrice Williams is a general assignment reporter covering Bryan and Effingham County She can be reached at lwilliams6@gannett.com IL - The Peoria Chiefs and the Beloit Sky Carp split a twin bill on Friday at Dozer Park Beloit used a sensational diving grab from shortstop Payton Green to escape with a 4-3 win in game one The Peoria Chiefs dropped a nail-biter on Friday night in the first game of a doubleheader falling 4-3 to the Beloit Sky Carp at Dozer Park Peoria had a golden opportunity in the seventh and final inning the Chiefs loaded the bases with one out on a walk to Tre Richardson But Beloit shortstop Payton Green made the play of the night snagging a line drive off the bat of Ryan Campos and flipping to second to turn a game-ending double play The Sky Carp struck first against Chiefs starter Jose Davila Fenwick Trimble launched a solo home run to left-center to give Beloit a 1-0 lead Davila settled in after the early blast and turned in a solid outing allowing just four hits and two runs while striking out five over four innings of work The Chiefs quickly answered in the bottom half of the first inning Campos and Zach Levenson delivered back-to-back RBI doubles to put Peoria in front Baez added a two-out RBI single in the second to stretch the lead to 3-1 Beloit chipped away with a solo homer from Ryan Ignoffo in the fourth inning then took the lead for good in the sixth on a two-run single by Gage Miller The Sky Carp bullpen was lights out over the final four innings and Will Kempner combined to allow just two hits and no earned runs to preserve the 4-3 win the Chiefs rode a dominant outing from Hancel Rincon to a 3-1 victory over Beloit Rincon turned in the best outing by a Chiefs starter in 2025 The right-hander retired 12 consecutive batters at one point and worked into the sixth inning on Friday After scattering just one hit over five innings back-to-back hits forced Rincon’s departure with one out in the sixth He allowed just one run over 5 ⅓ innings and whiffed five Beloit sent left-hander Thomas White to the mound White made his second career start against the Chiefs in the nightcap 1 prospect in the Marlins system and the No 37 overall prospect in all of baseball per MLB Pipeline A single from Jon Jon Gazdar and a Zach Levenson walk brought Michael Curialle to the plate with one out and scored on a Tre Richardson single to make it 2-0 Joshua Baez added an RBI single to push the lead to 3-0 Jawilme Ramirez came on in 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Radiolab is hosted by Lulu Miller and Latif Nasser The family of Yeison Rodrigo Jaimes-Rincon The family recognized him in a video of U.S Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem touring the Terrorism Confinement Center or CECOT It’s been a month since a young woman named YD last spoke with her partner a 33-year-old Venezuelan migrant living in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood spends her days scrolling through her phone Immigration and Customs Enforcement supervision; he was arrested and taken into ICE custody on Jan 31 The couple communicated regularly over the phone while he was in detention but after they spoke on the morning of March 15 YD had no idea Jaimes-Rincon had been deported to a prison in El Salvador until she saw a list published by CBS News with the names of 238 Venezuelans who had been flown there by the Trump administration “He comes out right in front of the screen,” YD said in Spanish She described the emotions she felt as she watched the footage: “Such sadness YD discovered that Jaimes-Rincon had been deported to the maximum security prison by the United States without his family’s knowledge and without due process the legal system or any way to communicate with his family The Trump administration has alleged the migrants deported to CECOT are members of Tren de Aragua a gang they have labeled a terrorist organization Arguing that gang members are “invading” the U.S. the administration is relying on the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport them as part of its larger crackdown on immigration government has deported people to places other than their home country before maximum-security prisons is new under President Donald Trump “It’s a terrible thing that we would be gathering up people sending them to countries that they’re not from knowing that we’re going to have them imprisoned in one of the most notorious prisons in the world,” Dakin-Grimm said Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele said El Salvador wouldn’t return him He and YD crossed the border illegally in the fall of 2023 after waiting months in Mexico for an appointment with U.S but Jaimes-Rincon was detained in an immigration facility in Laredo without the help of an immigration attorney particularly for the immigration courts that are in detention facilities He was released from detention last summer and allowed to reunite with YD in Chicago with an ankle monitor and under ICE supervision This included monthly check-ins with the local immigration office he went to the local immigration office without an appointment because his ankle monitor was out of battery,” YD said While the couple knew Jaimes-Rincon could be deported any time YD never imagined it would be to a maximum security prison in El Salvador She is barely surviving without Jaimes-Rincon: The couple was already struggling financially because they aren’t authorized to work She is several months behind in rent and has three other children to feed Jaimes-Rincon’s partner recently gave birth to a son YD says she and her partner embarked on a dangerous journey seeking freedom and opportunities in the U.S. like hundreds of thousands of other families he called me to give me strength,” YD said “We haven’t been able to speak on the phone We haven’t been able to encourage him so that he finds the strength to keep going.” The Trump administration has not confirmed the names published by CBS or shared evidence to support claims that these men are Tren de Aragua members most men on that list have no criminal records who worked informally as a barber in Chicago WBEZ did not find any criminal records for Jaimes-Rincon in Texas or Illinois ICE did not respond to WBEZ’s questions about Jaimes-Rincon’s case his whereabouts or evidence linking him to Tren de Aragua YD says she fears Jaimes-Rincon is accused of being a gang member because of tattoos on his chest and arm He has one tattoo of his 7-year-old daughter’s name with a crown above it He has two additional small stars on his chest “We can’t put everyone in one category simply because of their tattoos,” YD said The American Civil Liberties Union and Democracy Forward which filed a lawsuit soon after the March 15 deportation flights to El Salvador have argued tattoos are unreliable markers of gang involvement “Once we start using wartime authority with no oversight said during an interview with the TV news program 60 Minutes In a declaration in the suit, a top ICE official said it “carefully vetted each individual alien to ensure they were in fact members of [Tren de Aragua],” according to NPR “ICE did not simply rely on social media posts photographs of the alien displaying gang-related hand gestures is afraid of what could happen to her and her children Last month, the Trump administration launched an advertising campaign in which Noem encourages immigrants here without legal status to leave the United States need to assess their risk of getting picked up by immigration She advises people to find legal help and be prepared ‘I’ll just leave it up to God,’ because the system is going to eat people and your family will be hurt,” Dakin-Grimm said Adriana Cardona-Maguigad covers immigration for WBEZ. Follow her on X @AdrianaCardMag The Rincon Spring Fair is open every day this week through April 20 at Freedom Park on Prosperity Drive Admission is $5 per person with kids 3 and under and seniors 60 and over free There is an additional charge for the rides Spot Guide: Rincon Queen, of the Coast 6 of the Heaviest Waves in the World Five Decades of Surfing, Travel and Narrative Collide in Sam George’s New Book NewsAll NewsEventsBig Wave NewsWorld Surf LeagueEnvironmentalIndustryWave PoolsPosts List Boat Get Totally Wrecked by Wave in Indonesia (Video) How To Surf Till You're 100, Brainwork: Mickey Munoz the mustachioed troubadour headlines a star-studded night in Southern California In the wise words of the great Bob Marley, if you don't know your history you can't know your future. And that's exactly the guiding light for the folks at the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center (SHACC) On a mission to preserve and share the history the Orange County-based nonprofit has joined forces with surfer/songwriter Donavon Frankenrieter for their upcoming gala event this month While Donavon will be headlining the evening and providing entertainment the thing about the parties SHACC throws is that you never know who's going to turn up and there's certainly more legends to come who will be moving from their current digs in San Clemente to a new spot in Laguna Beach in the not-too-distant future beside the musical interlude there's an auction lined up that will feature a custom board shaped to order by Lopez and and glassed by none other than Vissla founder Paul Naude Taking place on Saturday, May 10, at the Ecology Center in San Juan Capistrano, not too far from Salt Creek where Donavon sprouted his first ‘stache, if you've got a little FOMO going, no stress, you're invited. Tickets are still available here intimate performance from one of surfing's favorite musicians but you'll be doing your part to ensure that future generations will be able to learn about and enjoy the myriad of facets of surf history for years to come Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here This is not the first time this has happened The item was postponed in December of 2024 as well More: 'It's worrisome': Effingham County residents say one area is known for car wrecks “We're frustrated of course,” said Acacia Cooper who lives less than half a mile from the proposed development “We'd like a decision to be made so that we're not on the hook and you have to keep on taking time off from work [to come to the meetings] But if waiting is what it takes to get the outcome that is right for this community then I'll bite the bullet and just try to be patient I'm suspicious about why they're somehow coming up with excuse after excuse to keep delaying the decision but I don't want to be cynical about it anymore According to the Development of Regional Impact (DRI) report the value of the project is estimated to be $300,000,000 and would generate an estimated $3,200,000 in local tax revenue who lives across from where the development would be moved to the area just a couple years ago with the hopes of giving his daughters the country lifestyle he always dreamed of Now that dream is in jeopardy as he awaits the decision from commissioners who will determine whether the warehouses will be approved More: Effingham County School District to manage growth in schools; redistricting part of discussion “My intention was to live out here for the rest of my life,” Pepe said in a previous interview Pepe learned of Effingham County through his grandparents who made regular trips from New York He said he worries the industrial development would upend everything he has worked so hard for Residents are also concerned about the potential for environmental hazards The DRI report says that the location of the proposed facility is located in an area with significant natural resources A map shows 109 acres of wetlands on the property The report goes on to say there are other DRI reports in the area and Effingham County should consider if there is a need for more warehouses near Rahn Station Road "I'm definitely concerned about what it's going to do to the surrounding areas," said Pepe You can dig 18 inches anywhere on my property and find water I'm worried the retention ponds would keep the ground wet all the time When they cut down the trees for the property Cooper started a petition Sept which has since garnered more than 1,000 signatures The planning board recommended denying the rezoning at the Nov 12 planning and zoning meeting because they did not think it would be a good fit for industrial use Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInRINCON (WTOC) - Rincon residents are one step closer to seeing a new library in the city Live Oak Public Library officials finished gathering responses from the community about the upcoming space and showed off initial plans for the project The current Rincon library was built in 1984 Live Oak Public Library leaders say it’s long overdue for an upgrade The main problem with the current library is lack of space the library has been too small to host library programs in the building The only option for people wanting to participate in programs is for them to visit the other library in Springfield Live Oak Public Library has been able to work around the problem as best they can the library’s summer reading program will be held in several county schools to accommodate the large crowds executive director of Live Oaks Public Libraries says growth in Effingham has made building a new library space in Rincon a priority We had to add a position here at the Springfield library to handle that growth when people are seeing that in the traffic and in the housing and in the school system we’re also seeing that in the door county in the library system as well.” The two most common questions now are where the new Rincon library is going to be and when construction will be completed The City of Rincon and Effingham County will decide where the new library will be built Since the project is still in its conception phase there isn’t a set time for when construction will begin Initial plans for the new Rincon library include the addition of meeting and study rooms more space for staff and technology and an outdoor area for library programs Live Oak Public Library officials say people have repeatedly shared positive comments on the conceptual facade and renderings of the rooms done by GM Shay DeWitt says there’s still plenty of planning that needs to be done before the project truly takes off but the new library will be well worth the wait and so there’s so much anticipation about first of all seeing the design and then having them giving them the opportunity to have a say in it Now that the public comment window is closed Money for public libraries in Georgia comes from a variety of sources which will be held at Burleigh Heads instead of Snapper Rocks Do you remember the last time the Championship Tour landed on the Gold Coast of Australia Before the creation of the Final 5 Championship Event The Gold Coast was the kickoff event every year for a reason – gorgeous colored water and the opportunity for surfers to get barreled at Kirra/Snapper Rocks/The Superbank So when the event popped back up on the 2025 schedule But even the most well thought-out plans can crumble when Mother Nature intervenes Cyclones did a number on the sand filtered into the area and we are now looking at an event being held at Burleigh Heads – just up the coast Burleigh has it's own hallowed history and many on the Gold Coast actively seek out the barrel section as massive crowds swarm the Super Bank but a solid alternative to a premiere surf spot Don't forget to log on to FantasySurfer.com and select your team for the upcoming Bonsoy Gold Coast Pro Who: The 2025 Men's and Women's Championship Tour Time Zone: Queensland is 14 hours ahead of the US East Coast and 17 hours ahead of the US West Coast This means that 8am May 3rd in Queensland is 6pm May 2nd in New York City Mens:Heat 1: Kanoa Igarashi, Marco Mignot, Ryan CallinanHeat 2: Jordy Smith, George Pittar, Imakalani deVaultHeat 3: Yago Dora, Jackson Bunch, Edgard GroggiaHeat 4: Jack Robinson, Alan Cleland, Callum RobsonHeat 5: Ethan Ewing Womens:Heat 1: Molly Picklum, Erin Brooks, Nadia ErostarbeHeat 6: Caroline Marks, Sawyer Lindblad, BettyloulmoreHeat 3: Gabriela Bryan, Bella Kenworthy, TBAHeat 4: Isabella Nichols, LakeyLindblad, BettylouitzgibbonsHeat 5: Tyler Wright, Brissa Hennessey, Vahine FierroHeat 6: Caroline Marks NC - Greensboro scored six times in the bottom of the eighth inning to storm back and top the BlueClaws 8-4 on Sunday afternoon at First National Bank Field The Grasshoppers (11-4) took four of six from the BlueClaws (5-10) in the series The BlueClaws struck first on a solo home run by Bryan Rincon in the top of the third Shalin Polanco and PJ Hilson each took Estibenzon Jimenez deep in the bottom of the third to put the Grasshoppers in front Jersey Shore than re-rallied to take the lead in the fourth Bryson Ware walked with the bases loaded and Kehden Hettiger singled home two runs The game remained 4-2 into the bottom of the eighth when the Grasshoppers exploded for six runs Esmerlyn Valdez hit a three run shot off Josh Hejka to give the Grasshoppers the lead Polanco hit his second home run of the year Four of the six runs were charged to Hejka Michael Walsh threw three scoreless innings in relief to earn the win Hettiger and Jordan Viars had two hits apiece for Jersey Shore Starter Estibenzon Jimenez gave up two runs in four innings with seven strikeouts and did not walk a batter The BlueClaws return home on Tuesday to open a six game series with Brooklyn (Mets) Donavon Frankenreiter Cranks Up the Volume on Surf History Watch: Psycho Slab Cape Solander Goes Bonkers (Video) Nicolas Cage “Could’ve Died” While Filming ‘The Surfer’ Mark Zuckerberg’s $500M Superyacht Cruises Hawaii (Video) Humble Hawaiian Charger Wins $10K & Wave of the Winter on Surreal Pipeline Chamber  The shaping bay is a strict TikTok-free zone where any distraction is felt in the board’s foam That’s why 16-year-old Fletcher Whittle’s skills on the tools are a welcome surprise Fletcher not only shapes his own surfboards He’s ridden his own designs to multiple ESA Eastern Championships including the Under-14 Shortboard final on a self-made handshape The video above comes from Micha Cantor of Erratic Nerve who filmed Fletcher ripping around his hometown and got him mic'd to talk about his activities in the shaping bay The son of a photographer and schoolteacher Fletcher got into shaping after hanging with Will Allison a North Carolina surf legend who charged the North Shore in the ‘70s and was inducted into the East Coast Surfing Hall of Fame in 2006 It would be one thing if Fletcher were making wide fishes with flat rockers that is a far different enterprise than the high-performance shortboard he's undertaking arguably the most difficult job a shaper can do The required subtleties in concave and nuances of foil that make a shortboard soar don't happen by chance Fletcher's gone from newbie to certified good. He even has his own label for customs, FSW Surfboards. When Micha asked Fletcher what his favorite part of shaping was You have to do every single thing yourself Who said Gen Z doesn’t have an attention span Australian Women Surfers Face Significant Barriers To Getting Barreled Sharks, Psychosis, and Nic Cage: BTS of ‘The Surfer’ Watch: Nathan Florence’s First Crack at Pumping Ours Mysterious “UFO Base” off Malibu Vanishes from Google Earth So Many Dead Dolphins, Lifeguards Take Mental Health Days A Scandal of Olympic Proportions: USA Surfing Is At Risk ShopAll ShopPrintGet Our NewsletterHome/Surf Culture‘As Good As it Gets’: Mikey February Bobby Martinez and Team Channel Islands Feast at RinconBackyard Field Notes from two surfed-out humans in Carpinteria was reminded of a universal truth about great surfers—you can’t teach instinct With Rincon “as good as it gets” on a random weekday morning last month who had surfed there before but never on “proper” rippable day “I was sitting out the back, pole position, and it was Mikey’s first time at proper Cove,” Britt recalled. “I’m like, ‘Mikey, this is where you line up.' I showed him, this is the spot. Then he sits there for 10 seconds, then paddles 60 yards up the point. I’m just like, ‘What is he doing? I just showed him where the lineup is He’s out to lunch.' Then this really good set comes in and he’s 60 yards up the point already flying and coming down the line it’s way up there.' So I just dropped in on him.” When you build and give out the number of boards Britt had you’ve earned the right to share a wave with your team riders That story comes from CI’s latest episode of Backyard Field Notes which highlights just how well team riders on the ground took advantage of the winter’s last solid west swell at Rincon Britt and Brent are tight-lipped about a new thruster that Mikey and team are working on But expect more footage of that in the future his Feb’s Fish and a stubby shortboard thing exactly the way you’d expect at a pumping right point Barron Mamiya was another standout from the swell He was in Carpiteria for just half a day to update his quiver before the El Salvador CT event (He’ll face Alejo Muniz tomorrow in the Round of 32) Never mind that this was his first time ever at Rincon From Tubes To Turns, Jai Glindeman's Surfing is a Treat to Behold Gerry Lopez Goes Deep With Justin Jay On The Plug Podcast Winners of SURFER's Emerging Brands Grant Announced New Water Quality Regulations in New York Won’t Necessarily Make Water Any Cleaner Rincón, Puerto Rico is more than just—and just is relative here—one of the most perfectly situated surf towns in the western hemisphere for receiving the procession of north swells that the North Atlantic punts its way all winter long shaping them into conveyor belts of righthanders with sections fit for one and all a “community-led reforestation project that plays a key role in controlling erosion We’re unable to load this content right now View directly on Instagram with a masthead reading: “The disastrous truth about a good idea gone bad.” And that really gets to the nut of the conundrum: “This is not about being opposed to this path, it’s about doing it correctly without endangering the natural state [of the land and sea], which is a huge part of the economy, and kind of really what makes Rincón a destination,” says Puerto Rican Patagonia Surfing Ambassador, former QS tour competitor, and ocean activist Otto Flores who is also a co-founder of Granito de Arena a surf and environmental organization that works to support low-income youth in coastal communities a walkway was completed by the community in a tasteful It wasn't taking out any kind of flora or fauna.” One might think that for visitors and residents alike a natural footpath along a marine reserve and a series of surf breaks would more than suffice—and suit the setting Hundreds of surfers and locals seem to be taking to public spaces around the two-mile stretch between Domes Beach and the Public Beach to say so from enacting their right to peaceful assembly to climbing and chaining themselves to trees—trees that are being cut down in favor of the six-foot-high According to both Flores and Rachel Tanner several arrests have been made amidst tense confrontations between fully-clad officers and protestors some of those very officers making arrests in order to safely clear the trees (within a designated reforestation area) were seeking shelter from the sun’s vicious rays beneath said trees “I hate to say this,” Flores told me while watching his 13-year-old son surf well into sunset’s twilight “but it's evidently a money grab or a contract or something that's injecting these ridiculous projects that don't make sense.” With everyone from Surfrider to local environmentalists and mainland transplants making a very vocal stink about the absolute effrontery to decades of public pleas against the project trees are being felled at this very moment as my fingers rap away at my keyboard What’s a strewn but collective surf-going public to do A Change.org petition entitled “¡SALVA LA COSTA DE RINCÓN! | SAVE RINCÓN’S COAST!” is underway, which you can view and sign here Grand Masters Crowned at 2025 Rincon Classic12 division winners were named at the pointbreak on Presidents Day weekend Here’s the truth: anyone who surfed in the 2025 Rincon Classic is a winner. Barring an apocalypse or the closure of Highway 101, this is the only time you’ll see six people in the lineup with clean head-high rights coming in at Queen of the Coast But as fun as it was, there were several division winners named after two days of competition at the cove. Props must go to event director Chris Keet for calling the event on and scoring on the last day of the waiting period. You can watch highlights from all the heats here and keep reading for the results Here are some of the day’s most memorable moments per the comp website: With an injured Dane Reynolds and 1977 world champion Shaun Tomson commentating and keeping a critical eye on the heats But Vela Mattive’s power and flow have some calling her the heir to the Queen’s throne she won both the 17U Wahines and Women divisions She was also the only woman in the pro division and scored one of the best waves of the quarters Twenty-two-year-old Dimitri Poulos won his second pro title unbridled energy and radical airs that caught Dane's attention You can watch more of Dimitri’s surfing in the clip below A Rincon legend in every sense of the word Lisa Luna made a triumphant return to the top of the podium winning the Lady Legends division her ninth Rincon Classic title over Lynn Cochrane Pete Mussio is hands down one of the best surfers south of Point Conception He’s been a standout in the Rincon Classic Masters division (35+) since the event came back in 2021 Peter also was the recipient of the 2025 Chris Brown Eternal Stoke award “for his positive energy commitment to sharing the sport with kids and lifting others up.”  Brandon Benjamin channeled new dad energy in the final going vertical on his backhand again and again Meanwhile “power bandit” Greg Venable went ballistic with frontside rail gouges and won the 45-and-up Grand Master title The men’s Legends division (age 55 and up) ended with a buzzer-beater finish as Tony DeGroot linked numerous turns through a big set wave Henry Goldstein took home his first title in the 12 and Under division Santa Barbara's Dominic Arce beat last year’s winner Ronin Castorino in the 14U final Ventura's Fynn Neth stomped two big layback turns en route to winning the 17U juniors For as much as this community came together for a surf event The awards ceremony was held at Padaro Grill in Carpinteria and all proceeds from the raffle went to support victims of the Los Angeles wildfires Costa Sunglasses has long been a trusted name for those who don’t just visit the water—they live on it. With the launch of their latest hybrid eyewear collection the brand reinforces its commitment to creating gear that works as hard as the people who wear it These updated frames are engineered for modern explorers and they arrive with the kind of thoughtful enhancements that can only come from people who actually use them—like Costa Pros Josh Shankle and Rachel Moore Created with performance and sustainability in mind this drop isn’t just about aesthetics or branding It’s a functional evolution of two of Costa’s best-loved silhouettes Josh Shankle and Rachel Moore aren’t just brand ambassadors—they’re lifelong ocean dwellers whose daily routines demand gear that can go the distance understands the physical toll of long hours in unfiltered sunlight eyewear is more than a fashion statement; it’s a survival tool designed to handle the shifting conditions of open water and coastal cruising eyewear is a bridge between function and perspective Capturing the ocean’s beauty requires both vision and protection Her experience with the gear helped shape a frame that prioritizes clarity and durability—all without adding unnecessary bulk Their input wasn’t just anecdotal—it informed real design changes resulting in eyewear that moves fluidly between land and sea without missing a beat Both the Rincon II and Panga II feature structural and ergonomic updates that increase their day-to-day performance while double-injected frames offer improved durability without sacrificing flexibility Vented nose pads enhance airflow and reduce fogging—especially valuable in humid high-sweat situations where ventilation can make or break comfort These refinements may seem subtle, but they make a significant impact over long hours outdoors Whether you’re scanning the water for bait balls or navigating tight harbor lanes At the core of Costa’s performance is its renowned lens technology The Rincon II and Panga II use 580P Bio-Polycarbonate lenses which are made from more sustainable materials while maintaining Costa’s well-earned reputation for visual clarity with glare-reducing and color-enhancing capabilities that help wearers see more detail especially on and around reflective surfaces like open water or wet sand the 580 lens tech filters out harsh yellow light and enhances blues and greens—all colors that dominate aquatic environments This isn’t just about beauty—it’s about safety and the ability to read the water accurately Where Purpose Meets Eco-Conscious Craftsmanship Costa has built a reputation not just for quality gear The use of Bio-Resin frame materials and 580P lenses underscores the brand’s continued effort to reduce its environmental footprint It’s not greenwashing—it’s product development guided by an understanding that nature isn’t just an inspiration but a responsibility That philosophy is part of what makes this launch feel authentic These aren’t frames being pushed as eco-conscious because it’s trendy They’re rooted in a lifestyle that understands the value of clean oceans Beyond the Gear: Inspiring Connection and Conservation Both Moore and Shankle use their platforms to advocate for ocean conservation and inspire a deeper connection to the sea Moore speaks openly about her desire to use storytelling and visual documentation to foster a sense of appreciation and protection for marine environments the focus is more tactical—how to navigate the ocean safely and sustainably This new eyewear drop is an extension of that mission It’s not about selling a product—it’s about enabling a lifestyle that respects nature The Rincon II and Panga II are now available through Costa’s official site and select retailers Each frame is built with long-term use in mind blending technical performance with a streamlined silhouette that looks as good on the boat as it does on land For anyone who demands clarity on and off the water—and wants their gear to reflect both style and substance—this release hits the mark It’s a reminder that innovation and intention can coexist in a product that looks good Input your search keywords and press Enter there’s heats aplenty at the Queen of the Coast Rincon never looks like this. Let me explain: you'll never see six people out at the Queen of the Coast with real swell in the water. Maybe that happened in 1958, but not anymore. In some ways, the Rincon Classic is like any community surf comp It's one of California’s best waves and it’s among the most sought-after surfing events in the state The lineup alone is worth the price of admission How often do you see Rincon with six people out The comps 25th edition just got the green light for Presidents’ Day weekend. With a 5-foot, 13-second west swell filling in on Saturday, it won’t be huge, but there should be enough waves to go around this weekend. ​​You can check all the heat draws and schedules here, and watch it live here.  From the youngest groms in the lineup to the most seasoned vets this is a contest that has a heat for anyone (so long as they have that 805 area code) Last year Parker Coffin completed a coveted back-to-back title defense This year’s Rincon Brewery Pro Division features regional standouts like Conner Coffin three-time world champion and all-around icon Tom Curren And don’t sleep on seven-time winner Kilian Garland and Super Legends all get a shot at uncrowded Rincon Walter Cerny earned the Grand Master belt over Channel Islands head shaper Britt Merrick Will CI regain regional supremacy this year or will an 805 underdog become another legend Find out this weekend at the one and only Rincon Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInEFFINGHAM COUNTY (WTOC) - A six vehicle crash has left one person dead in Rincon Rincon Police were dispatched to a domestic dispute with an alleged aggravated assault near Towne Park Drive East As officers were in route to the location the suspect vehicle fled the scene The female driver ran the red light at Highway 21 and Brentwood Drive The driver of one of the vehicles involved died from their injuries and the suspect who caused the crash is in custody The crash has backed up traffic in both directions of Highway 21 according to Effingham County Sheriff’s Office (ECSO) ECSO has also confirmed that Life Star responded The crash remains under investigation by the Effingham County Traffic Unit Lenore Brown was just about to enjoy dinner with her husband when the couple learned a woman ran her vehicle through their restaurant Dawgs & More in Rincon the motorist told authorities she has "a lot of medical conditions." She also told authorities she was trying to see if the restaurant was open but could not tell due to the black windows A post on the restaurant’s Facebook page described it as a “shocking incident.” she managed to put together a fundraiser Monday afternoon selling items from the restaurant at Freedom Park to help support staff members who are impacted by the temporary closing of the restaurant “I have too many people that depend on me.” A post on the restaurant’s Facebook page reads “We're grateful for the opportunity and our priority to make a positive impact in the lives of our staff and a local family in need this week of Christmas.” This isn’t the first tragedy to strike the family business as the restaurant suffered a fire last summer Despite the crash happening just days before Christmas Brown is looking ahead to the new year for ways she can serve the area's homeless population Brown wants to host one pot wonders on Sundays to feed the homeless once her restaurant is up and running again take out and deliveries will resume next week Those wishing to donate to help staff members and the family the Brown's adopted for Christmas can send funds to the following: Thanks for visiting There are no statistics available for this player Thanks for visiting Here’s how we break down the shoe in every review We use cookies to provide the best experience on our website. Read our Cookie Policy We independently review everything we recommend Available now for $125 KALEB: One of Hoka’s biggest claims to fame is being the original Chonky Boi(™) Most people– non-runners especially– know Hoka for making big there’s a whole segment of the population who don’t even know that the Clifton and Bondi lines are designed for running the Alps-born brand is more than just that brand that “nine out of ten nurses recommend.” Hoka is one of the original innovators of the modern running shoe era Give Nike their props for making the first super shoe but keep in mind they may have never experimented with enough stack height to put a plate in unless Hoka had changed the cushion-to-weight ratio game the running world expects/demands that every brand come correct with Hoka levels of stack; as a result there was a time not long ago when it seemed that Hoka was slipping into the mainstream (years 2021-2023) and new shoes like the Cielo X1 and Skyward X have kept our reviewers impressed With all the new lines coming out, it’s easy to overlook some of Hoka’s more classic shoes. The Rincon has never been huge on the market, falling beneath the shadow of its softer Clifton cousin and its speedier Mach brother but it certainly has its devoted cult of runners who swear by it for everything from easy runs to speed work Past versions of the Rincon have been bouncy and fun as the midsole seemed to die after 150 miles Version four seeks to lengthen that lifespan of the shoe while maintaining the fun ride of the originals Updates include a reformulated midsole compound The result is a brand new look for the Rincon while hopefully maintaining the same fun ride KARL: The last version of the Rincon was released in July 2021 Hoka has been radio silent on a replacement to the fan favorite series that came to an end at The Running Event 2023 when we got a sneak peak at the all-new Hoka Rincon 4 The Rincon was a favorite due to its simple design It fit the bill for being a lightweight daily trainer that had a decent amount of cushion for the price that you pay the downfall for basically every iteration of the shoe has been its durability The Rincon was notorious for completely bottoming out at around 100-150 miles which is pretty early in a shoe’s lifespan to die out Hoka has stated they’ve made some changes to increase lifespan while maintaining the positives of what the Rincon was well known for Let’s see if the theory translates to reality LINDSAY: Hoka is a household name. Rincon? Not as common as let’s say the Hoka Bondi Here we are at version 4 of the shoe and– wow– talk about a makeover I didn’t have the pleasure of running in the Hoka Rincon 1 A quick photo comparison is all you need to know that this version is quite different Whether that’s a good thing or a bad thing KALEB: I’ve never had the chance to run in previous versions of the Rincon, but from how it has been described, the ride of the Rincon 4 is very similar. Thomas explained the ride of the Rincon 3 as somewhere between the softness of a Clifton and the responsiveness of a Mach The rubberized EVA produces a firm but dampening effect upon footstrike while the reformulated midsole provides just enough bounce to keep you rolling through the stride at just about any pace the Rincon feels fairly low to the ground– in a good way I like the confident feeling of being able to connect into the ground through every stride but if too much of either is applied the wrong way in an uptempo shoe I feel like I’m being robbed of natural biomechanical power The Rincon’s midsole provides protection and response without being a mushy stack of max-cushion there needs to be more of a place for simple The Rincon provides that place at any pace (bars) and even ripped a few intervals in the woods in the Rincon 4 and the response was consistent and enjoyable across the board I didn’t have to worry about whether the shoe was going to be too soft or too harsh for a given run; I just laced it up and went out the door KARL: The first positive to note is the price the Rincon 4 keeps the same $125 price tag that the previous iteration debuted at In a world of ever-increasing shoe prices year after year it’s nice to see Hoka stick to the core of what the Rincon is This year the Rincon features a dual layer midsole Incorporating a new rubberized EVA full-coverage outsole along with their traditional EVA midsole one can assume this is the main feature that Hoka says will increase the durability and lifespan of the shoe The traditional EVA is nothing to write home about but it’s mostly the same EVA they’ve been using throughout the last few years I have probably 30 or so miles and the bottom still looks to be very much intact The “smooth MetaRocker” tech is actually pretty good It’s got a nice toe-off and roll through the stride which gives a bit more pop to your run as opposed to other traditional daily trainers this isn’t a performance trainer by any means so having just a little bit of that rocker makes a difference to me when putting this side-by-side with other shoes in its category LINDSAY: Unlike the max cushion Hoka models I mentioned earlier It’s got all the components of a quality Hoka shoe with less “hand me a pacifier and a comfy blanket and let me take a nap in the comfort that is a Hoka shoe.” Let’s start with the upper which is the same sort of mesh upper as the previous version but with more aeration It’s stretchy so I felt like my toes had plenty of room and it conformed beautifully to my bunion without aggravating it There’s a solid amount of padding in the tongue but otherwise the upper is light The tongue is completely different from previous models where there was very little cushion I love the colorway options which include not just a light pink and blue for the more feminine touch The midsole EVA foam is an adequate balance of soft and firm and is I hope that makes as much sense when you read it as it does when I’m writing it it’s not rock hard but it’s also not squishy and there’s just the smallest amount of rebound propulsion and rocker geometry I don’t see this shoe losing any quality over time and use The New Balance Balos (which I love) sadly lost its pizzaz after repeated use but I didn’t feel like these lost any of the in-shoe comfort or durability it’s hard to lose something if you never had it and there was plenty this shoe didn’t have KALEB: The upper is where I find most of my comfort-based problems with the Rincon but it was definitely less roomy than I would prefer I like to have at least a little bit of room for toe splay and the Rincon 4’s toe box narrows as it moves forward and doesn’t allow much wiggle room The heel gave me the opposite problem: it’s way too wide for my thinner heel to stay secure in both of which led to a good deal of slippage there’s enough lace length to re-lace the shoe into heel lock formation rubberized EVA is never going to have as much bite as good ol’ fashioned rubber The Rincon was never outright slippery thankfully but it’s definitely no Vibram outsole I definitely felt like I was losing a bit of power because of sub-par grip on the roads and one of my teammates can attest that there was an incredibly annoying squeaking sound caused by the lack of traction the weight has increased over half an ounce and for a trainer that relies on its light weight to keep the pace pushin’ KARL: The upper on the Rincon 4 is quite different from the previous version the laser cuts are no longer to be seen on the Rincon Breathability is decent and you can see a good amount of ventilation holes throughout the upper The overall construction is pretty basic (again And although Hoka is known for its fairly narrow fit I felt that the Rincon 4 was even a tad bit more narrow lockdown was fine and I had no issues with any rubbing or hot spots It’s a fairly straightforward fit but I’m curious to see how I’d like it if I did size up half a size One of the trade-offs to having that rubberized EVA outsole though is the weight which may disappoint a lot of long-term Rincon fans Although the shoe in my US M10.5 only weighs 9 oz this is still about an ounce heavier than the previous iterations which begs the question – is this still considered a lightweight daily trainer and considering most daily trainers start around 10 oz and go all the way up to 12 oz But knowing how lightweight the shoe used to be some folks may see this as a step back instead of a step forward I’m also not sure how resilient that rubberized EVA actually is but it certainly won’t last hundreds of miles LINDSAY: If you’re one to rotate shoes depending on what kind of run you’re going on I’m not entirely sure where this shoe fits It’s not soft enough to be a recovery shoe It’s not snappy enough to be a speed work shoe but I probably wouldn’t wear it much longer than a few miles because it’s so firm They completely ditched the pull tab on this model so you’re on your own here but that’s okay because the heel has so much extra room that I never felt fully locked down in that area The outsole is also kind of aggressive if you ask me It also wraps up over the big toe area and that spot started peeling off on my left shoe I initially noticed this after face planting while on a run so I thought it was just a result of that but then I tripped on three different runs later on so I’m not sure which came first now One of the best cases I can make for it is as a “one shoe rotation.” In other words if you’re looking for just one shoe at a lower-end price point to log all your miles in the Rincon 4’s simplicity might be perfect for you It’s a shoe I wouldn’t mind logging plenty more miles in and a shoe that Rincon fans will continue to enjoy But it’s a shoe that is beginning to be outclassed in a world where high-end rides can be produced without much cost and I guess I’m just hoping they can bring that innovation down to the classic lines the Rincon 4 is a decent entry level daily trainer with a desirable price tag Will long-time Rincon fans love this as much as the 3 I also think there’s some stiff competition in the entry level department now The Adidas Adizero SL2 and last year’s New Balance Propel v4 are slightly cheaper and definitely geared more towards performance It makes me feel as if Hoka waited a tad too long to get this new version out to market As for me, personally, I’d shell out the extra $15 to go with the Mach 6 a shoe that I really enjoyed putting miles on this year I feel like the overall fit of the creel jacquard upper and snappier ride justifies the slightly higher expense but perhaps the next version can be a bit more exciting and find a better balance between this iteration and what the Rincon used to be LINDSAY: I’m more of a max cushion girly myself but I do see me continuing to run in these from time to time I think it’s a great balance between comfort and firmness It will fit many different shoe preferences But if you’re hoping for a repeat Rincon 3 this shoe is quite different so go in with an open mind a $125 price point is affordable for a high quality shoe so I wouldn’t rule it out if you’re in the market But open up the wallet just a bit more and it’ll open up a whole new world of possibilities You can pick up the Hoka Rincon 4 for $125 at hoka.com by using the shop link below and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Karl is the Media Coordinator for Believe in the Run Karl spent the last decade working in the media industry as a cinematographer He’s also an avid musician and craft beer aficionado Lindsay is an optometrist by day and runner by… all other hours Lindsay started running with Believe Run Club when she moved to Baltimore and the rest is history Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value" Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_3" ).setAttribute( "value" Baxter Health is pleased to welcome Rosa Lopez-Rincon, MD, to the medical staff. She is an anesthesiologist practicing in the Baxter Health Outpatient Surgery Center and Endoscopy department Lopez-Rincon completed her anesthesiology residency and critical care fellowship at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University She also undertook an anesthesia observership at the same institution further solidifying her foundational knowledge and skills in anesthesiology Lopez Rincon’s previous experience include practicing as a Consultant Anesthesiologist at University Hospital La Fe in Valencia Consultant Anesthesiologist at A1-Takhassusi Hospital in Riyadh and Consultant Anesthesiologist at University Hospital of Albacete in Albacete Lopez-Rincon began her medical career by earning her degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Castilla La Mancha in Albacete She would go on to complete an anesthesia and intensive care residency at the University General Hospital of Albacete in Albacete and an anesthesia observership at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago and visiting her family and friends from Spain Lopez-Rincon to the Baxter Health family," said Ron Peterson "Her anesthesiology experience and commitment to excellence in patient care align perfectly with our mission to provide compassionate care to our patients." 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