SUMMARY: Holly Hesse, a former MSU Softball coach, expressed gratitude to the first responders who rescued her and her dog, Bailey, after Bailey fell into a semi-frozen pond during a walk. Hesse regretted letting her dogs off-leash and not calling 911 sooner. Despite the danger, she jumped in to save Bailey, leading to both getting trapped in the ice. Firefighters promptly rescued them, marking Springfield’s first ice rescue in years. Hesse thanked the responders with a heartfelt poem, emphasizing her love for her dogs and her appreciation for the community’s support. Grateful for their safety, she recognized her mistakes but celebrated their rescue.

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SUMMARY: In Southern California, residents are on edge as strong winds return, raising concerns during a period of dangerous wildfire conditions. Recent blazes, notably the Eaton and Palisades fires, have resulted in at least 25 fatalities and widespread destruction. Although firefighters have made progress containing the fires, gusts reaching up to 55 mph pose new threats. Authorities issued red-flag warnings and warned of looting, with arrests made for arson and theft. As nearly 30 remain missing, communities brace for potential evacuations. Hollywood’s awards season is disrupted amidst the crisis as firefighters continue to battle ongoing wildfires across the region.

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SUMMARY: In St. Louis County, tobacco sales near schools can continue after the County Council overrode a veto from County Executive Sam Page. The decision arose from a 2019 ordinance that restricted new tobacco licenses within 1,000 feet of schools but allowed existing stores to maintain their licenses until ownership changed. The recent Council action permits these licenses to transfer to new owners while preventing new licenses from being issued. County health officials opposed tobacco sales near schools, but some businesses argue that restrictions on new licenses are unfair, as existing stores can keep selling tobacco products under the new ruling.

At issue is whether tobacco sales can continue at stores near schools after the store changes owners. County Executive Page opposes that continuation but the county council disagrees.

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