Overnight construction to close portion of Jackson Street in Indio

KESQ on February 10, 2026

City News Service

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Overnight construction work this week will prompt a road closure on Jackson Street in Indio, it was announced today.   

Crews will perform trench repairs to stabilize the roadway and complete final paving following earlier settlement repairs, officials said.   

The closure is scheduled from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. Monday through Wednesday on Jackson Street between Highway 111 and Civic Center Drive.   

Detours will be in place as follows:   — Northbound Jackson Street traffic will turn left onto Highway 111, right onto Smurr Street, right onto Civic Center Drive and left back onto Jackson Street; and   — Southbound Jackson Street traffic will turn right onto Civic Center Drive, left at the traffic signal onto Highway 111 and right back onto Jackson Street.

Motorists were advised to allow extra travel time and use alternate routes when possible.

Click here to follow the original article.

81st Annual Silver Spur Rodeo returns to Yuma

KYMA on February 10, 2026

Danyelle Burke North

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Giddy up for the rodeo coming to town! The three-day family-friendly event starts this Friday, February 13 through Sunday, February 15 at the Yuma County Fairgrounds. This year marks the 81st year of the Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo.

They have the top athletes from the Professional Cowboys Association with hundreds of cowboys and cowgirls coming out.

“You’re going to see some bareback riding, some saddle bronc riding, some timed events of our roping- of course the bulls. We did bring in breakaway roping this time,” said Rodeo Chairman Lefty Leifeste.

There will be vendors with food and drinks to enjoy. Drinks are card only. There will also be a rodeo parade Saturday morning at 9 a.m. That kicks off on Orange Avenue and Fifth street heading to Main Street in Downtown Yuma.

“Many may know our route got cut drastically short this year, and that’s because our numbers have been down, so please come out and support our rodeo because we’re trying to get our full route back next year,” said Second Vice Rodeo Chairman Don Jacobs.

You can buy tickets on the rodeo website here.

Click here to follow the original article.

Couples can snowshoe under the stars with Wanderlust Tours this Valentine’s Day

KTVZ on February 10, 2026

Tyson Beauchemin

BEND, Ore (KTVZ) — Wanderlust Tours is hosting a “Romance in the Snow” tour this Valentine’s Day weekend, offering couples a chance to go snowshoeing under the stars. The experience is priced at $150 per person and includes a bonfire at an amphitheater built out of snow.

The event serves as an outdoor alternative to traditional holiday celebrations. Participants will trek through the forest before arriving at the snow structure to sit by a fire and drink hot cocoa.

Jay Geib, the marketing and events manager for Wanderlust Tours, said the program focuses on creating a unique atmosphere for couples. Geib noted that many people typically spend the holiday at restaurants or exchanging gifts. “And this is just a really unique experience that is just, you know, different and a way to kind of get outside, have a really cool adventure with your loved one,” Geib said. “And there are those incredible moments in the forest.”

In addition to snowshoeing, the tour includes hot cocoa served by the fire at the snow amphitheater. Organizers indicated that other romantic surprises are planned for the trip, though they have not disclosed specific details to avoid spoiling the experience for guests. Tickets are currently available for purchase through the Wanderlust Tours website.

The tour is scheduled to run this Saturday from 7 p.m. until 11 p.m.

Click here to follow the original article.

Three Hollywood Giants Receive SBIFF’s Hammond Cinema Vanguard Award

KEYT on February 10, 2026

Jarrod Zinn

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) – Three of the most notable names in Hollywood received a special honor tonight at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.

Loyal fans were lined up early, eager to meet these three stars.

On the sixth night of the 41st Santa Barbara International Film Festival, The Hammond Cinema Vanguard Award was be presented to Benicio Del Toro, Sean Penn, and Leonardo Dicaprio for their performances in “One Battle After Another,” directed by Paul Thomas Anderson.

“The most notable thing is that we were all making the same picture, and that’s sometimes rare,” says Benicio Del Toro. “The director, the actors, the, the extras. It was everybody. Everybody was like, on point.”

Reflecting and even satirizing some of today’s chaotic current events, mixing in a lighthearted flare of comedy in surprising moments, the film is a wild ride through a gritty and realistic underworld.

“Very good,” says Maria Cveljo, lives in Germany. “Funny. Action. Suspense. Very cool. Yeah I liked it a lot. Great acting on everybody’s parts. And thank Leo also for all he does for the rainforest and, nature, so that’s great.”

Three Hollywood giants indeed, Benicio Del Toro is reported to have appeared in at least 48 films throughout his career.

Sean Penn has appeared in approximately 65 films, and Leonardo Dicaprio has acted in around 40 films through the years.

I grew up being a fan of Sean,” says Del Toro. “I grew up with Leo, in a way. And, in Hollywood. And, so it’s really an honor. It’s quite cool. You know, it’s better than doing it alone. We love nice to be sandwiched between Penn and DiCaprio. That’s for sure.”

The Hammond Cinema Vanguard Award celebrates the performances of all three stars in “One Battle After Another,” and all of the daring, complex and bold characters they’ve brought to the silver screen.

The Latest Breaking News, Weather Alerts, Sports and More Anytime On Our Mobile Apps. Keep Up With The Latest Articles by Signing Up for the News Channel 3-12 Newsletter.

Click here to follow the original article.

Man shot near Redmond Fairgrounds after property dispute; few details out amid investigation

KTVZ on February 10, 2026

Barney Lerten

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A man was shot Sunday night in an undeveloped area south of the Deschutes County Fairgrounds after a property dispute, but authorities released few details Monday amid an active investigation.

Redmond police officers were dispatched to the scene around 8:45 p.m. after the victim called 911 to report he had been shot, Lt. April Huey said Monday.

An adult male was located at the scene with a gunshot wound and transported by medics to St. Charles Medical Centerl with non-life-threatening injuries, Huey said.

Detectives and officers from multiple local agencies have since cordoned off the area and are on-site to process the crime scene, she added.

The Redmond Police Department led the response with assistance from Oregon State Police, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, the Bend Police Department and Redmond Fire & Rescue.

Personnel from the OSP Police Crime Lab also were dispatched to the scene to assist with processing evidence. According to Huey, investigators remained on-site following the incident to conduct a thorough search of the area.

Investigators have already identified and contacted several individuals regarding the shooting.

No names have been released to the public as the department works to obtain more information through the ongoing investigation.

Police said they believe there are additional people who were present or have knowledge of the dispute who still need to be interviewed.

Officers ask anyone with information regarding the shoting to call non-emergency dispatch at 541-693-6911.

Click here to follow the original article.

MoDOT reopens Alabama Street/Route 752 in St. Joseph as intersection project moves to next major phase

News-Press NOW on February 10, 2026

Cameron Montemayor

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Missouri Department of Transportation has completed a major stage of a multi-year intersection construction project at U.S. Route 59 and Alabama Street in south St. Joseph.

MoDOT officials announced Monday that Alabama Street (Route 752) at the intersection of U.S. Route 59 in St. Joseph is now open, an early phase of construction that included realigning Alabama Street on the east side of Route 59 and creating right turn lanes to and from Route 59 and Alabama Street.

Crews are now scheduled to begin work on stages 2 and 3 of the $8.3 million project that began last April. Stages 2 and 3 of the 5-stage project include construction of an access road to the businesses west of Route 59 and the realignment of Route U south of its current intersection with Route 59.

Once complete, crews will then widen Route 59 and realign Valley Street.

This map shows a breakdown of construction stages, highlighting what areas will be included in each phase of construction over the two-year $8.3 million project.

Traffic Impacts

Crews will maintain temporary access to the businesses west of Route 59. During the realignment of Route U, work will take place off the current roadway.

Traffic impacts for Route 59 and Valley Street will be shared at a later date.

The project is being carried out to realign roadways and improve turning movements for vehicles and tractor-trailers, increasing capacity for vehicles turning or stopped at the Route U train crossing and boosting safety overall. The project also includes adding turn lanes, sidewalks and storm drainage.

All work is scheduled to be complete by the spring of 2027. Pre-construction utility work delayed the project from its original timeline of December 2026.

Click here to follow the original article.

Closures, detours announced for I-70 in Montgomery County for bridge project

KMIZ on February 9, 2026

Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

A bridge replacement will begin on Feb. 18 on Interstate 70 in Montgomery County, according to a Monday press release from the Missouri Department of Transportation.

The release says the project will replace the bridge with a wider bridge and update the interchange layout.

One Wednesday, Feb. 18, the Route E/Y interchange bridge over Interstate 70 will close. There will be no north-south access across the interstate that day, but all interchange ramps will be open. Detour signs will be posted and include:

Route E (eastbound/westbound): Use the Northwest Service Road to the Route F interchange at High Hill (west) or the Routes A/B interchange, near Pendleton (east).

Route Y (eastbound): Take Veteran’s Memorial Parkway to the Route A/B interchange

Route Y (westbound): Travel west on Route Y to Route Y Spur/Fleahman Road, crossing to the north side of I-70, then turn left onto the Northwest Service Road to reach the Route F Interchange.

Traffic will also be rerouted for 24 hours beginning 8 a.m. Monday, Feb. 23 to remove the bridge.

Additional traffic impacts include reducing I-70 to one lane each way, eliminating access to interchange ramps to outer service road, a closure at Routes E/Y and local traffic needing to use Route F to access I-70, the release says.

Click here to follow the original article.

Three people displaced after fire damages Indio home

KESQ on February 9, 2026

Jesus Reyes

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Two adults and a child were displaced after a fire at an Indio home Monday afternoon.

The fire was reported just before 2:45 p.m. on the 82200 block of Kenner Avenue.

“Firefighters are on-scene of a well-involved structure fire with exposure issues to a neighboring structure,” reads a social media post by CAL FIRE.

A plume of smoke was seen in parts of the Coachella Valley.

The fire was contained by 3:10 p.m. Firefighters were committed for two hours for an extensive overhaul.

No injuries were reported.

Longtime Indio resident Raul Alvarez said he’s concerned about the debris and burned material left behind.

“My main concern is, is there going to be something covering that?” Alvarez said. “Because this area right here is a bus stop. There are a lot of kids who come from the whole neighborhood right here, and the bus picks them up right here. And, you know, children, they’re going to be wandering in there.”

The damaged home sits just across from Yucca Park, a place Alvarez said families and children gather daily.

“Tomorrow will be a school day,” Alvarez said. “It’s packed right here with children.”

Crews were seen taping off and red tagging the property.

“It’s sad,” Alvarez said. “I just hope they were covered.”

Stay with News Channel 3 for continuing updates.

Click here to follow the original article.

Wyden, Merkley, Bynum announce $3.8 million in FAA funding for Redmond Airport terminal expansion

KTVZ on February 9, 2026

Barney Lerten

WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, along with Rep.Janelle Bynum, announced on Monday $3.8 million in federal funding to kick-start the expansion of Redmond Airport.

Here’s what each lawmaker and city officials had to say in Monday’s announcement:

“My visit to the Redmond Airport last fall showed me first-hand how this funding is a solid and key investment in infrastructure and economic growth in Central Oregon,” Wyden said. “From small businesses to fishing and hiking, this expansion will give more people the opportunity to explore the Oregon Way. I will continue pushing for more vital resources that promote growth and quality of life in rural communities across Oregon.”

“Our regional airports are vital hubs for Oregonians, supporting local businesses and providing essential lifelines during natural disasters,” Merkley said. “Investing in Redmond Municipal Airport’s terminal expansion will strengthen its infrastructure and help more Oregonians fly where they need to go safely. I’ll continue pushing for federal investments to improve the efficiency and reliability of Oregon’s airports, benefitting the folks who rely on them for business, travel, and so much more.”

“Expanding the Redmond Airport is a big win for Central Oregon,” said Rep. Bynum. “This funding will improve access to travel, support our local economies and businesses, and help the region compete and grow. I’ll keep advocating for the investments our rural communities need to thrive.”

The lawmakers said the investment from the Federal Aviation Administration expands the existing terminal to increase accommodations for airline travelers and improve the local economy.

Redmond officials say the $180 million project, including about $45 million in federal funding, is due for completion in early 2028. The airport’s web page for the terminal project provides more details, including a live “construction cam.”

“The City of Redmond is very grateful for the $3.8 million-plus from the Federal Aviation Administration for the Airport Terminal Expansion now underway,” said Redmond Mayor Ed Fitch. “As has occurred so many times in the past, awards such as these are the result of long hours and much work by Senator Wyden, Senator Merkley, Congresswoman Bynum and their staffs. Once completed, the Redmond airport terminal expansion will enable the city to provide better service, obtain new destinations and help improve our local economy.”

Wyden, Merkley, and Bynum said they have long been fighting for improvements to airports in Oregon. In July 2025, Wyden and Merkley announced $5.15 million in federal funds for airports across Oregon. In June 2025, Wyden, Merkley, and Bynum announced $9.7 million for rural airports across Oregon. During that same month, Wyden and Merkley announced $1 million for airports on the Oregon Coast and Willamette Valley.

Click here to follow the original article.

SJSD School Board discusses salary projection, expected to make early decision by April

News-Press NOW on February 9, 2026

Prajukta Ghosh

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV)– The St. Joseph School District Board of Education heard updates about staff salaries and benefits from the district’s Salary and Benefits Committee.

Director of Human Resources Mark Korell said the district has a large group of staff members and teachers who come together to represent the entire workforce. This group acts as a voice for staff and helps develop a plan for salaries and benefits for the 2026–2027 school year.  

Korell explained that the group doesn’t actually make decisions. Instead, they share feedback and concerns from staff so the district can eventually bring a recommendation to the school board.  

“In this process, in the last month and a half or two months, we have spent a lot of time discussing our insurance package for next school year. Unfortunately, the cost of everything starts to increase,” Korell said.  

The district is also starting to look at salary projections for next year, including whether there could be an increase or if salaries might need to be frozen.  

Korell said neither he nor Assistant Superintendent for Business and Operations Robert Hedgecorth are in favor of freezing salaries.  

“Although our salary and benefits committee is really on board with as they understand our financial situation. They would like to have a raise to the base,” Korell added.  

Korell said he is hoping to have decisions made by April, even though state statute does not require salary schedules to be approved until June.  

“I am pushing for April. Dr. Hedgecorth is a little more aware of the legislative session and some changes that could possibly come down, so I think he is leaning more towards our May meetings,” Korell said.  

Korell also pointed out how the district has several different salary schedules to consider, which is why discussions are expected to begin next month.  

For now, he said staff and faculty shouldn’t expect much information yet since those conversations haven’t officially started.  

“We haven’t finalized our insurance package yet on what those changes are, but we do anticipate an increase. We don’t believe it will be a substantial increase,” Korell added.  

The next step, according to Korell, is meeting with the committee again next week to continue insurance discussions and finalize certain details.  

The district’s next board meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 23, at the Troester Media Center, located at 3401 Renick St.

Click here to follow the original article.