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sports2 months ago•3 min saved

Delgado, Kent, Sheffield, Valenzuela Join Hall of Fame Ballot Amidst Star Contenders

Carlos Delgado, Jeff Kent, Gary Sheffield, and Fernando Valenzuela are set to join the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot, joining holdovers Bonds, Clemens, Mattingly, and Murphy, with the upcoming vote scheduled for December 7. The Hall's contemporary era committee will decide on these candidates, with a 75% vote needed for induction, which will be announced in July 2024. The article also discusses the voting history and achievements of these players, as well as recent changes to the Hall of Fame voting process.

via CNN|

#baseball #delgado #hall-of-fame

local-news2 months ago•1 min saved

Nationwide 'No Kings' protests spark political debate and arrests

A man with a gun was subdued and arrested after shoving a woman at a Kent protest; the incident was quickly contained and did not overshadow the overall peaceful rally supporting democracy.

via Akron Beacon Journal|

#arrest #gun #kent

business4 months ago•1 min saved

Kroger to Close Multiple Fred Meyer Stores in Washington

Kroger plans to close two stores in Everett and Kent due to low performance, affecting 360 workers, amid broader store closures nationwide and challenges like theft and regulatory costs, following a failed merger with Albertsons.

via KIRO 7 News Seattle|

#business #everett #kent

sports1 year ago•8 min saved

"2024 MAC Wrestling Championship: Pre-Seeds, Results, and NCAA Qualifiers"

The 2024 MAC Wrestling Championships in Kent, Ohio, are underway, with 22 automatic qualifying spots for the 2024 NCAA Tournament at stake. The event features results across various weight classes, with wrestlers competing for spots in the NCAA Tournament. The article provides detailed match outcomes and allocations by weight class.

via FloWrestling|

#kent #mac-wrestling-championships #ncaa-tournament

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Tragic Discovery: Woman Found Dead in Kent Home After Hours-Long Barricade

A woman was found dead inside a house in Kent, Washington, after barricading herself inside for hours following a shooting that left a man critically injured. Police responded to the scene and initiated hostage negotiations, but were unable to make contact with the woman. She was later discovered dead with a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

via KOMO News|

#barricade #crime #hostage-negotiation

royal-news2 years ago•6 min saved

Kate Middleton's Heartwarming Visit to Children with Special Needs

Kate Middleton visited a specialist center in Kent as part of her Shaping Us campaign, where she joined a sensory development class with children who have various needs and conditions. The Princess bonded with another mother and her toddler, discussing how they use the center. Kate's campaign focuses on the importance of a child's social and emotional development during the formative years. The visit is part of her ongoing efforts to raise awareness about early childhood development and support families.

via Daily Mail|

#children-with-special-needs #kate-middleton #kent

sports2 years ago

"NHRA Northwest Nationals: Exciting Racing Returns to Pacific Raceways with Top Contenders Eyeing Victory"

NHRA racing is returning to Pacific Raceways in Kent this weekend, with the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series taking center stage. Fans can expect high-speed action and intense competition as top drivers, including star Brittany Force, race down the track.

via KOMO News|

#brittany-force #camping-world-drag-racing-series #kent

archaeology2 years ago•1 min saved

Unearthing Giant Prehistoric Handaxes in England

Archaeologists from UCL Institute of Archaeology have discovered a pair of giant handaxes, including the third largest ever found in Britain, at an archaeological site in Frindsbury, Kent. The handaxes, weighing over 3.5 pounds and estimated to be over 300,000 years old, are believed to have been used for specialized purposes or in symbolic/cultural practices. The discovery offers an opportunity to learn more about the early humans who made these tools and their significance.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#archaeological-excavation #archaeology #frindsbury