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"Anything That Floats" event looks to make a splash this weekend

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:54 GMT

MECHANICVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - For years “Anything that Floats” was a springtime tradition in Mechanicville, bringing together people from all across the Capital Region for some family-friendly fun! The event returns this year to make a splash.The event challenges participants to build a vessel that will float (or sink!) for about a quarter mile on the Anthony Kill Creek. The event will immediately follow the annual White Water Derby, a longer race composed of kayaks and canoes. The day-long event will include food, live music and a rubber ducky surprise. Mechanicville ‘anything that floats’ race returns "Anything That Floats" was an incredible draw to bring people out to Mechanicville for years and we're hoping to bring it back to that! We want to celebrate our river, [and] we want to celebrate our community,” said Megan Quillinan, the executive director of the Mechanicville Area Community Services Center.The event will take place Sunday, April 2. Racers will set sail from O’Reil...

The best walking trails in Saratoga Springs, per All Trails

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:54 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Looking to get out and enjoy the spring weather? Why not do so on one of the best walking trails in Saratoga Springs? Using All Trails, News10 has compiled a list of what trails are considered the best. All Trails uses reviews from tail-goers to make their rankings. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! 1. Geyser Loop TrailLength: 2.9 milesElevation gain: 196 ft.Route type: loopSaratoga Spa State ParkAccording to All Trails, the Geyser Loop trail takes an average of one hour and two minutes to complete. It is kid-friendly, and dogs are allowed as long as they are leashed. It is a busier trail, so you're likely to see others while you're on it. It is good for nature views, wildlife, and bird watching.2. Five Mile TrailLength: 5.2 milesElevation gain: 259 ft.Route type: loopSaratoga Spa State ParkAccording to All Trails, the Five Mile Trail is considered an easier route, taking an average of one h...

4 officers injured in Maryland Heights crash

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:54 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Multiple St. Louis area police officers were hospitalized early Wednesday morning after they were involved in a multi-vehicle crash on I-70 in Maryland Heights.The incident happened off I-70 eastbound just west of 270. After being closed for about three hours, I-70 east has been completely reopened. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW A spokesperson from the Missouri Highway Patrol shared that just before 1:45 a.m., Lake St. Louis Police units were at the location after a previous chase. We're told, suddenly, Lake St. Louis Police reported that numerous officers had been struck by a vehicle while they were finishing up their work from the earlier chase.A highway patrol spokesperson said that four officers were struck by...

Bond hearing in Jacque Mitchell murder case happening today

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:54 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A bond hearing is set Wednesday for the man charged in the death of a St. Charles woman.Prosecutors say 49-year-old Joseph Dejoie admitted to killing 39-year-old Jacque Mitchell and hiding evidence. Her body was found inside his apartment on Palestra Drive in Maryland Heights. Top Stories: Kim Gardner gets extra time to respond to A.G.’s lawsuit Police shared that she was dead for about six days. Dejoie is being held on a $1 million bond. A bond reduction hearing is set for 10:00 a.m. in Clayton. A preliminary hearing in the case is set for April 18.

#HandsOffSTL Lobby Day today in Jefferson City, Missouri

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:54 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - Several St. Louis groups plan a trip to Jefferson City Wednesday to lobby lawmakers. The groups oppose plans to return the St. Louis Police Department to state control.The Missouri House has already approved the plan. A bus to Jefferson City for the 'Hands Off STL Lobbying Day' leaves at 7:00 a.m. from the Deaconess Center on North Vandeventer. Trending: Animal shelter rescues 27 Shih Tzu’s, needs foster homes The group Pro Choice Missouri is also making the trip. They oppose moves in Jefferson City to ban certain medical treatments for transgender youths.

New information on 1984 cold case murder

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:54 GMT

TROY, Mo.-  The Lincoln County Sheriff's Department plans to release new information Wednesday on a cold case murder from the 1980s when a man's body was found.In April of last year, they began working with an anthropology professor from southeast Missouri State University, and a private forensics lab. They're using DNA evidence to solve the 1984 murder. Top Stories: Kim Gardner gets extra time to respond to A.G.’s lawsuit The man's body was found inside a pump house near Highway F. He was wearing expensive clothing, and had been shot in the head.

Vigil for 2019 murder victim happening tonight

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:54 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The family of a 2019 murder victim plans a vigil Wednesday night to remember Jackie Griffin. She and Derrick Hudson were shot and killed inside a car on Maffitt Avenue in September 2019.No one has ever been arrested. Wednesday would have been Jackie's 30th birthday. Top Stories: Kim Gardner gets extra time to respond to A.G.’s lawsuit Family and friends are holding a 'celebration of life' for her Wednesday night at 6:00 p.m. at St. Ferdinand Park in Florissant.

Crews respond to overturned vehicle crash

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:54 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Police are responding to a one-vehicle crash early Wednesday morning.FOX 2's Nissan Rogue Runner reporter Nic Lopez was at the scene, located on the 800 block of South Florissant Avenue, where emergency crews had to flip the overturned car back onto its wheels. Top Stories: Kim Gardner gets extra time to respond to A.G.’s lawsuit Drivers are being told to take alternate routes in the area. No word on the cause of the crash or injuries. FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Meeting on SLPS education plan happening today

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:54 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis Public Schools continue to develop a city-wide plan for education Wednesday.They're hosting the fourth in a series of meetings to redesign the school system. It's based on future population and economic trends. Trending: Animal shelter rescues 27 Shih Tzu’s, needs foster homes They've been holding these meetings since last July. Wednesday's meeting is at 6:00 p.m. at the Carondelete Park Rec Complex on Holly Hills Drive.

Disability rights activists challenge Metro Transit's plans to cut Call-A-Ride services

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:29:54 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Disability rights activists challenge Metro Transit's plans to cut Call-A-Ride services.FOX 2's partners at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported that they've filed a complaint with the Federal Transit Administration. They claim Metro is not meeting minimum standards set by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Trending: Animal shelter rescues 27 Shih Tzu’s, needs foster homes A Metro official admitted to the Post-Dispatch that they haven't been in compliance for several years. Metro is cutting Call-A-Ride services to outer parts of their service area April 10 because of a lack of drivers.