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Dean cooks vegan stuffed tomatoes and peppers  

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:56:32 GMT

Dean Richards shares his recipe for vegan stuffed tomatoes and peppers in honor of Lent.INGREDIENTS:Mix or match: 2 large ripe tomatoes and/or  4 large red, yellow, green, or orange peppers1 cup long grain rice (Farro can be substituted)1 large sweet onion , finely chopped4-6 leaves of kale (use the leaves,  not the stems)½ cup parsley , chopped3 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped½ cup pine nuts (or chopped blanched almonds)½ cup currants , optional1-6oz. can, tomato paste½ cup low sodium veggie broth¼ teaspoon salt, plus a few pinches (may need to adjust if using broth)⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper , plus a few pinches¼ cup olive oil or use ½ cup broth or water to keep oil free Dean cooks Mediterranean cod with tomatoes, onions, and peppers INSTRUCTIONS:  Preheat the oven to 350 F.Cut the tops off of the tomatoes and peppers...

New study confirms significance of Barton & Onion Creek watershed

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:56:32 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – A new study from The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment at Texas State University shows Barton Creek and Onion Creek contribute significant flows to the Colorado River.The study is the first to analyze the relative contributions of the Pedernales River and Barton and Onion creeks to the Colorado River. The findings can help inform decision makers on more efficient, effective resource allocation to ensure the long-term reliability of water supply for the region.Meteorologist Sean Kelly spoke with Dr. Robert Mace, the Executive Director and Chief Water Policy Officer at The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment. Mace is also a Professor of Practice in the Department of Geography and Environmental Science at Texas State University.Sean Kelly, KXAN News: Tell me about about this study, and what are some of your findings and research?Dr. Robert Mace, The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment: So the study was looking at how much water the Pedernale...

Opening statements in murder trial of man accused of shooting, killing protester in Austin

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:56:32 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — With Garrett Foster's family sitting front row in the Travis County Courthouse on Tuesday morning, Daniel Perry entered a not-guilty plea. Perry is an Army sergeant, who was stationed at Fort Hood in 2020. He admitted to shooting and killing Foster in the streets of downtown Austin on July 25, 2020, during a Black Lives Matter protest. Trial set to begin this week for man accused of shooting, killing Austin protester in 2020 Opening statements from the state revealed Foster — engaged to a Black quadruple-paraplegic woman at the time — was a frequent BLM protester. In fact, prosecutors said he was protesting nearly every day that summer. Follow reporter Jala Washington's live updates from court below:Tweets by Jala__WashTV Defense opening statements detailed Perry as a dedicated army sergeant from Killeen. They said during the summer of 2020, to help supplement his income from the Army, he drove for Uber. According to Perry's attorne...

Austin Pets Alive! to assist Hays County in building new animal center

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:56:32 GMT

Editor's note: The article has been edited to make clear that APA! is not taking in animals from the regional animal shelter in San Marcos. The spelling of Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra has been corrected. SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) -- The company behind an animal shelter based in Austin will help Hays County build a new complex to relieve the problem of overcrowding at the regional animal shelter in San Marcos. Hays County Commissioners on Tuesday approved a deal with Austin Pets Alive!. APA! will act as the project coordinator for a Pet Resource Center in Hays County.According to an announcement from Hays County Commissioners, APA! will help in the creation, development, operation and management of the Pet Resource Center, field services and a veterinary clinic. Past coverage: ‘This is a social issue’: Hays County inches closer to having new animal center The announcement says the planning phase begins April 3 and will last for a year.“This agreement with Austin Pets Alive! tak...

Minnesota Aurora FC games to air on FOX 9+ this summer

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:56:32 GMT

Minnesota Aurora FC announced Wednesday its six home games in the 2023 season will be broadcast and streamed on  FOX 9+.The second-year USL W League club opens its home season at TCO Stadium in Eagan on May 24 with the regular-season finale set for July 1.Aurora, an amateur team that advanced to the USL League championship game in 2022, had its games streamed through WCCO-TV avenues during its inaugural season a year ago.Related ArticlesSoccer | Minnesota lawmaker injured in weekend snowmobile crash near Alexandria

The Loop: The Nipsey Russell 2023 Baseball Preview

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:56:32 GMT

MINNESOTA TWINS“Short Sale”There’s no doubt ‘bout CorreaExceptional playerYet bidders were hedging their betsSo thanks to X-raysOf his ankle, he staysAfter signing with Giants and MetsMinnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (4) throws to first base on a groundout by Detroit Tigers Akil Baddoo in the first inning of a spring training baseball game in Fort Myers, Fla., Sunday, March 5, 2023. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)HOUSTON ASTROS“Never Forget”The franchise’s second championshipWas a wonderful gift for their fansIn a striking new sample of sportsmanshipThey won without banging on cansHouston Astros, from left to right, Alex Bergman, Jose Altuve, Lance McCullers Jr., Yuri Gurriel and Justin Verlander celebrate during a World Series baseball championship parade Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)MILWAUKEE BREWERS“Christian Revival?”The Brew Crew is counting on YelichTo stop them from crying in beersWe’re not betting he’s able to switchFrom lightweight he’s been...

Fire rips through building near St. Paul airport

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:56:32 GMT

A Tuesday night fire tore through a commercial outbuilding near the St. Paul Downtown Airport into early Wednesday.St. Paul Fire crews were sent to Semple Excavating at 91 Ridder Circle around 11:30 p.m. and began defensive operations because the blaze was already through the roof of the building, said Deputy Fire Chief Roy Mokosso.Water supply was difficult, Mokosso said. Crews laid down 2,000 feet of supply lines, and Maplewood fire arrived with its 2,000-gallon water truck.Railroad managers shut down several tracks.Mokosso said the fire was brought under control with the help of the building owner, who used heavy equipment to pull smoldering debris from the building. Firefighters left the scene around 4:45 a.m.St. Paul Fire crews battled a blaze at Semple Excavating at 91 Ridder Circle on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. (Courtesy of the St. Paul Fire Department)No injuries were reported, and the fire is under investigation.Related ArticlesCrime & Public Safety | Man hit b...

Gophers lineman Trey Bixby medically retires from football

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:56:32 GMT

Gophers defensive lineman Trey Bixby has decided to medically retire from football, a source told the Pioneer Press on Wednesday.Bixby, a top-rated recruit in the Gophers’ 2022 class, redshirted last season but wasn’t on the roster for the Pinstripe Bowl in December and has not returned for spring practices this month.In 2020, Bixby had treatments for an illness which made him autoimmune, and with the pandemic, forced him to sit out and loose weight from roughly 240 pounds to under 200. Through the issues, the Gophers honored the four-star prospect’s commitment and Bixby signed with the U in December 2021.Bixby played at St. Edwards High School in Lakewood, Ohio, as a sophomore. He sat out his junior year and transferred to Eden Prairie for his senior season, when he was cleared to play in 2021.Related ArticlesCollege Sports | P.J. Fleck finding more coachable moments with Gophers’ roster turnover College Sports | March Madness: Final Four set with M...

Florida man sentenced in connection to gas station skimming scheme

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:56:32 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The United States Attorney's Office reports the sentencing of Yuny Hurtado Rodriguez, 34 of Florida. Rodriguez was sentenced to 57 months in prison on March 29 for his role in building skimming devices designed to steal gas station customer information. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The U.S. Attorney's Office reports Rodriguez admitted that between April 2016 and July 2019, he conspired with others to commit access device fraud conspiracy by building skimming devices designed to steal gas station customer information. Rodriguez and others installed those devices inside gas pumps in Albany, Broome, Montgomery counties, and elsewhere. They would then use the collected information to create fraudulent credit and debit cards. The U.S. Attorney's Office explains the fraudulent cards were used to obtain money orders, gift cards, cash, and other things of value. As part of his plea agreement, Rodriguez a...

Wilton Wildlife Park & Preserve offers free programs during April Break

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:56:32 GMT

WILTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park is offering a week of free events for all ages in conjunction with April Break. The 25 miles of trails owned by the Department of Environmental Conservation, Saratoga County, and the Town of Wilton will be open to the public. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The Historic Cornell Fire Tower will also be open on April 15 and 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The schedule is:Nature on the Move - Monday, April 10, 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.A fast-paced walk that happens every other week throughout the year. For this special occasion, the group will climb the Fire Tower and learn about its history.Spring Discovery Walk - Tuesday, April 11, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.Walk through the meadows, forests, and wetlands of Camp Saratoga with an environmental educator, and learn about the changes of spring.Bog Meadow Brook Walks, Thursday, April 13, 10-11 a.m. and 1-2 p.m.Learn about the sig...