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Unseasonably warm temperatures not affecting business at local pumpkin patch

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:58 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – Halloween is just about a week away. While the weather looks like it’s going to change drastically by then, Monday has been another nice one. At Sullivan Farms Pumpkin Patch, they’ve seen a steady stream of customers despite it being a school day.“It’s gorgeous. Take advantage of it, because it’s not going to last,” Jenny Scott said.Families were out and about this afternoon, soaking up the sunshine and looking for that perfect pumpkin.“This was a beautiful day. I had my grandkids. So, we thought we’d come up. Do some jumping, ride some bikes, and just having some fun,” Scott said.Owner Lynn Sullivan says they depend on the weather each year. Rigazzi’s sold to local ownership group “But the weather’s been gorgeous, really. It hasn’t been too cold. A little windy sometimes, but it doesn’t hurt us,” he said. “And as long as we don’t get rained out completely, we manage to stay going pretty good.”Kids have been out enjoying the bounce house, spooky maze, hayri...

Search for missing woman leads police to her family's backyard

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:58 GMT

ST. LOUIS – Police are searching a backyard for a south St. Louis woman who's been missing for nearly three years. The most recent search led investigators to dig in the victim's family's backyard.Bre'Ayn Lee Miller disappeared on July 26, 2020.Miller was last seen in south St. Louis after her boyfriend picked her up from a local casino. At the time, police said there was a verbal altercation, and Miller's boyfriend dropped her off in the vicinity of South Grand Boulevard and Delor Street. She was never heard from again. When will Missouri see the first freeze of the season? Few details have been released in the case. Detectives would not say why their most recent search led them to Miller's parents' backyard.The home is vacant, but neighbors are concerned that police are here digging. Law enforcement is using excavating equipment and ground-penetrating radar to see if anything has been buried.FOX 2 has learned that police were tipped off that something connected to Miller might b...

Former Colorado NSA employee pleads guilty to attempting to sell secrets to Russia

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:58 GMT

A former National Security Agency employee from Colorado pleaded guilty Monday in connection with his attempt to sell American secrets to the Russians.Jareh Sebastian Dalke, 31, a Colorado Springs resident, pleaded guilty to six counts of attempting to transmit national defense information to a foreign government. As part of the agreement, prosecutors said they will recommend 262 months in prison — though a federal judge will ultimately determine the sentence.He faced a potential death sentence after being charged last year with three violations of the Espionage Act.Dalke, as part of a plea deal, admitted to transmitting files last year to an undercover FBI agent with the intent to injure the United States and benefit Russia, according to the agreement.Between August and September 2022, Dalke used an encrypted email account to send excerpts of three classified documents to the FBI agent, believing them to be a Russian agent, authorities said. He requested $85,000 in exchange f...

Human remains found along railroad tracks in Orange County

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:58 GMT

Authorities are investigating the discovery of human remains along railroad tracks in La Habra Monday morning.Officers responded to the tracks near Idaho Street just before 10 a.m., according to La Habra Police.“Officers were able to locate the skeletal remains and have not made any identification at this time,” officials said in a statement.Police are working with the Orange County Coroner to identify the remains and determine the cause of the death."There are no outstanding suspects and there is no immediate danger to the public at this time,” police said.Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact the La Habra Police Detective Bureau at (562) 383-4300.

Chipotle's 'Boorito' promotion returns with select restaurants staying open until midnight on Halloween

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:58 GMT

Multiple Chipotle locations in college towns will stay open late for Halloween as the chain’s “Boorito” promotion returns with a new twist.For the first time, Chipotle will be extending the “Boorito” promotion to select college towns nationwide.In California, the extended hours will take place at locations in La Jolla, Berkeley, Long Beach and Los Angeles. The stores will be open until midnight on Halloween. Chipotle announces plans to raise prices During the “Boorito” promotion, guests can purchase entrees for $6, but the offer is only valid for digital orders, starting at 3 p.m. and runs until the store closes.“Over the past two years, Chipotle has seen a 30% increase in transactions after 8 p.m. on Halloween and 81% of 18-to 26-year-olds surveyed reported wanting to see Chipotle open until midnight,” a news release said.According to Nation Restaurant News, which cites data from Circana Crest, late-night traffic increased by 7.5% in the second quarter this year compared to the s...

Vivian Nicole Tesler Is Making A Difference And Saying F Cancer With Latest Track Millennium Force!

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:58 GMT

Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter Vivian Nicole Tesler came back onto the music scene earlier this year with her debut disco-genre single, Discomatic. And since then the media-appointed, ‘Disco Queen of 2023’, has been making audiences of all demographics feel good and get up & dance with her disco-inspired tunes.With it now being October and Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM), also referred to in the United States as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM), Vivian is turning her music into making a difference beyond just having people dance. The Disco Queen has announced that she has partnered up with popular 501(c)3 nonprofit F*ck Cancer to donate back a portion of streams/downloads from her new single.The funds raised by listeners of Vivian’s new October-released song “Millennium Force” will help in advancing health equity with cancer through early detection and prevention programs and by providing resources to navigate, manage, and cope with cancer.But even more t...

Unlocking Potential: Sherry Buckley Brown’s Inspiring Journey and Impactful Mission

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:58 GMT

Sherry Buckley Brown is a remarkable individual with a profound commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. Armed with an MBA and a certificate in positive psychology, she has amassed over 20 years of corporate leadership experience. However, her unwavering dedication to personal growth and helping others tap into their true potential truly sets her apart.A Mission to InspireSherry’s mission is crystal clear: She aims to inspire individuals to believe in themselves and their innate abilities to achieve their dreams and aspirations. This mission is not merely a profession but a calling that fuels her every endeavor.Through coaching, mentoring, and motivational speaking, Sherry empowers individuals to overcome self-doubt and limiting beliefs, cultivating a growth mindset that paves the way for personal and professional success. Her holistic approach addresses not just the external goals but also the internal barriers that often hinder progress.Guiding Towards Clari...

Danica L Maclin Died in Car Collision on Highway 155 South [Smith County, TX]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:58 GMT

One Woman Lost Her Life in Two-Vehicle Crash on FM 2661SMITH COUNTY, TX (October 23, 2023) – on Sunday evening, Danica L Maclin died after a car collision on Highway 155 South.Around 9:05 p.m. on October 1st at Hwy 155 South near FM 2661, the fatal accident happened.According to Texas DPS, a Mitsubishi Eclipse, driven by 36-year-old Danica L. Maclin, was heading south when she lost control, drove to the northbound lane, and then hit 2024 Freightliner truck tractor towing a 2013 Polar Semi-Trailer. Maclin got thrown off from her seat.The driver of the vehicle remained unscathed, and authorities declared Maclin dead on the spot. Maclin had been driving without a seatbelt, police said.Moreover, both directions of the roadway were temporarily shut down to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties. The Highway has since been reopened.No further information was released by the authorities.Sweet James sends out their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of Danica L....

Sonny Johnson Pronounced Dead after Car Crash on Interstate 35W [Fort Worth, TX]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:58 GMT

Pedestrian Collision on I-35 Killed 47-Year-Old PedestrianFORT WORTH, TX (October 23, 2023) – Thursday morning, a fatal car crash happened on Interstate 35W and claimed the life of Sonny Johnson.The accident happened around 9:20 a.m. on October 5th, at Interstate 35W.According to the Fort Worth Police, an automobile ran out of fuel, then the driver stepped out of the car, went to the median, and waited for his friend carrying the fuel.When another vehicle swerved onto the median to avoid hitting a semi-truck and slammed into them.Officers arrived and found one of the victims dead at the scene. Authorities later identified him as 47-year-old Grand Prairie resident Sonny Johnson. Meanwhile, the other one sustained critical injuries.Meanwhile, police closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup. However, the roadway has since reopened to traffic.At this time, an active investigation into the fatal crash on Interstate 35W is underway. Local authorities will release ad...

Women’s basketball player-turned-coach Tasha Butts dies at 41

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:58 GMT

By Doug Feinberg | Associated PressGeorgetown women’s basketball coach Tasha Butts died Monday after a two-year battle with breast cancer, the school’s athletic director said.The 41-year-old coach was diagnosed with advanced stage breast cancer in 2021. She stepped away from coaching Georgetown last month. Her diagnosis inspired the Tasha Tough campaign which has brought awareness and raised money to bring quality care to women who can’t afford it through the Kay Yow Cancer Fund.“I am heartbroken for Tasha’s family, friends, players, teammates and colleagues,” said Georgetown athletic director Lee Reed. “When I met Tasha, I knew she was a winner on the court, and an incredible person whose drive, passion and determination was second to none. She exhibited these qualities both as a leader and in her fight against breast cancer. This is a difficult time for the entire Georgetown community, and we will come together to honor her memory.”She came to Georgetown from Georgia T...