Author: Gunner Quinn

This week Reid and Dan host Mr. Texas Forever, Hudson Westbrook, out in God’s Country. They dive in on his rapid rise to stardom and what it has looked like for him. 12 months ago, Hudson was studying for college exams, and now he is headlining shows across the US and shattering records along the way. The three of them discuss his rural upbringing in Texas and what the outdoors looked like for him. Hudson disects winning a high school state championship in football, which somehow was only three years ago. Episode ends with a shoutout to Texas forever and…

Authorities respond to a shooting at a midtown Manhattan office building, resulting in two individuals injured, including a police officer. The incident unfolds in a prominent location that houses leading financial firms and the National Football League, raising concerns about safety in urban work environments. As investigations continue, law enforcement is actively searching for the shooter, with details on the victims’ conditions remaining scarce. This alarming event not only highlights potential public safety issues but also affects key areas within the city’s business districts, prompting discussions on security protocols in such high-profile locations. Read full story at www.bostonglobe.com Read the…

I’ve been trying to get a puncture in my bicycle tires for over two years now. So far, I’ve failed miserably. Background History I’ve been a bicycle rider since I was a kid, but I didn’t get serious until I got a job in a midsized town at the ripe old age of 21. Work was not within walking distance. I didn’t want to buy a car to commute to work and I held off buying one until I was in my mid-twenties. That really helped my bank account, and I got lots of exercise. The local weather was generally…

Investigation by the Minnesota Star Tribune highlights troubling delays in police response following the shootings of Minnesota lawmakers Melissa Hortman and John Hoffman on June 14. Authorities took more than 60 minutes to enter the Hortman residence, even after witnessing gunfire, while critical information about the shooting was not communicated to various law enforcement agencies for several hours. Amid the chaos, officers had prior knowledge that the shooter was impersonating an officer, yet communication breakdowns hindered law enforcement’s rapid response. A detailed timeline of events reveals how vital information about the assailant’s intentions and identity was not relayed in a…

On July  29, 1279, five emissaries dispatched by Kublai Khan from the Mongol Yuan dynasty were beheaded in Hakata, Japan. Their gravestones can still be seen in Kamakura at Tatsunokuchi. — July 29, 1805 was the birthday of Alexis-Charles-Henri Clérel de Tocqueville. He died April 16, 1859. He is best known for his lengthy treatise: Democracy In America. — On July 29, 1930, a record high of 115°F (46°C) was recorded in Holly Springs, Mississippi — a state record. — Reader C.B. passed along some sad news: Tom Lehrer, Song Satirist and Mathematician, Dies at 97.  One of my favorites…

Milwaukee police have taken two teenagers into custody related to the fatal shooting of another teen over the recent weekend. This incident is part of a troubling trend, as law enforcement is currently investigating multiple shootings that occurred during the same period. As the city grapples with increased gun violence, community members are left searching for answers and solutions. The rising number of shootings highlights ongoing safety concerns and the urgent need for dialogue about violence prevention methods. Read full story at www.yahoo.com Read the full article here

The Greenport Board of Trustees announces a lottery for up to 15 deer hunting permits, beginning August 1, following their July 24 meeting approval. The permits, allowing bow hunting in designated zones of Moore’s Woods, will be available for community applications until September 30, aiming to balance the white-tailed deer population in the area. Village clerk Candace Hall notes that this year’s approach maintains the past limit of one permit per zone while allowing more applicants the opportunity to hunt. Increased deer populations can lead to landscaping damage, crop losses, and heightened risks of Lyme disease, as well as contributing…

Hampton is currently grappling with a troubling increase in gun violence, having recorded six individuals shot in various incidents over the past week. The latest shooting occurred early Sunday morning outside an Amazon warehouse, resulting in one man suffering serious injuries and requiring hospitalization. Despite ongoing police investigations, no arrests have yet been made, raising concerns among community members and local gun safety advocates who are calling for immediate action against this surge in violence. Assistant Chief Brian Coleman of the Hampton Police Department notes that shootings, both fatal and non-fatal, are up 32% compared to last year. He emphasizes…

Governor JB Pritzker has enacted two significant gun safety measures in Illinois, one of which mandates that firearms owners report lost or stolen guns within 48 hours. This initiative aims to enhance accountability and reduce the potential misuse of lost firearms, reflecting state efforts to address gun violence issues more effectively. The new regulations come amidst ongoing conversations about gun control and public safety in Illinois. As lawmakers prioritize measures that can lead to safer communities, the requirement to report lost firearms promptly stands out as a proactive approach to prevent firearms from being used in crimes. This law is…

Attorneys Ben Crump and Harry Daniels announce a press conference to present “new evidence” regarding the controversial arrest of 22-year-old William McNeil Jr. They claim this evidence will demonstrate that a Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office officer pointed a firearm at McNeil during a now-viral traffic stop, intensifying scrutiny of the police’s actions. The incident, which initially stemmed from a minor traffic violation, escalated to the point where cellphone footage shows an officer breaking McNeil’s window and physically assaulting him. While Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters maintains that the officers have been cleared of criminal wrongdoing, an internal review is underway to assess…