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Nolo Intensifies: Hawaii Island Cancellations Mount as Storm Threatens Major Hurricane Status
weather16 days ago

Nolo Intensifies: Hawaii Island Cancellations Mount as Storm Threatens Major Hurricane Status

Tropical Storm Nolo is expected to intensify into a major hurricane as it approaches Hawaii, prompting a series of cancellations on the Big Island. The storm threatens catastrophic flooding and high winds, with a hurricane watch in effect for the Big Island and flood watches across multiple islands. Cancellations include public hearings, community events, and hospital activities, as residents prepare for potentially 36 inches of rainfall in higher elevations.

Lincoln braces for multiple street closures starting Monday
local19 days ago

Lincoln braces for multiple street closures starting Monday

Lincoln Transportation and Utilities announced four street closures beginning Monday: Centennial Mall between M and N streets is closed for private crane work through Oct. 9 (M and N will remain open); left turns from 56th Street to Cornhusker Highway and from Cornhusker Highway to 56th Street are prohibited through Oct. 2 as part of a street-improvement project; Van Dorn Street between 98th and 112th streets closes for paving through early November with detours via 98th Street or 148th Street to Old Cheney Road; eastbound O Street between 11th and 12th streets closes Oct. 2 (Wed–Fri) for utility work, with Eleventh and 12th Streets remaining open. Travelers are advised to seek alternate routes and check lincoln.ne.gov/closures or Waze for updates, as dates may change.

Williamsburg Music Hall to Close Amid Rising Costs and Changing Scene
local1 month ago

Williamsburg Music Hall to Close Amid Rising Costs and Changing Scene

Bowery Presents co-founder Jim Glancy says rising costs are forcing the Music Hall of Williamsburg to close, signaling a shift in NYC’s indie-venue landscape; the post also bundles a rapid local roundup of items from influencer-promoter memos to a Bronx officer’s self-inflicted injury, a note on Williamsburg pricing pressures, Interpol’s tailor, a NOAA flood-risk map for 2100, Taylor Frankie Paul’s Bachelorette update, Mariano Rivera’s new hot sauce, and other city happenings.

National Mall to close sections for turf rehab through January 2027
local1 month ago

National Mall to close sections for turf rehab through January 2027

Parts of the National Mall between 3rd and 14th Streets will be closed for about five months to repair turf damaged by recent events, with closures lasting through Jan. 24, 2027; some non-grass areas remain open, and officials say heavy foot traffic could slow the recovery. Separately, a federal panel will review Trump’s Lafayette Park fence plans and an underground White House visitor screening center, with votes not expected at this meeting.

Big Island braces for Lala aftermath as closures ripple across schools and offices
local1 month ago

Big Island braces for Lala aftermath as closures ripple across schools and offices

Following Hurricane Lala, the Big Island is under broad closures: all Hawaiʻi Island public schools and state/county offices, parks and courts are closed on Monday, with Nāālehu Elementary closed through Aug. 20 and Konawaena High School and other campuses closed, while Kaʻū High & Pāhala Elementary may be closed longer; Hilo and Kona airports reopened after inspections and harbors are operating; a brown water advisory is in effect and islandwide Essential Needs Only water restrictions are in place; about 41,190 customers remain without power as crews work to restore service; shelters are limited to two locations for severely affected residents; Hele-On bus routes are largely canceled; multiple road and park closures persist, with GoHawaiʻi and Hawaiʻi EMA providing updates for residents and visitors.

Storm Lala Triggers Island-by-Island Shutdowns Across Hawaii
weather1 month ago

Storm Lala Triggers Island-by-Island Shutdowns Across Hawaii

As Tropical Storm Lala approaches, Hawaii releases an island-by-island list of closures and cancellations. On Hawaii Island, events are rescheduled or canceled (including a youth car show, volleyball exhibition, and a Saturday shutdown of solid-waste facilities), early releases from a school, rolling park closures, camping permits suspended, and UH campuses closing Aug. 15–16. Oahu sees a postponed Makalana Celebration, Saturday driver’s-license center shutdowns, a rescheduled Waipahu High School alumni event, and Duke’s Waikiki Ocean Mile Swim moved to Aug. 22. Other listed items include a canceled drag-strip event and various local activities. More advisories are expected as the storm nears.

Wendy's Faces Franchise Strain as US Closures Mount
business1 month ago

Wendy's Faces Franchise Strain as US Closures Mount

Wendy's is grappling with a turnaround, reporting 289 US restaurant closures in the first half and a 7% drop in US same-store sales in Q2. CEO Bob Wright says the chain will take a more targeted approach to closures to strengthen franchise health, amid ongoing leadership turnover and stiff competition from McDonald’s, Burger King, and others. Analysts expect a clearer plan and don’t foresee a meaningful turnaround before 2027, with the stock having fallen sharply over the past several years.

Second beaver bite spurs closures and rabies testing at Cunningham Falls
local2 months ago

Second beaver bite spurs closures and rabies testing at Cunningham Falls

A second beaver bite at Cunningham Falls State Park in Maryland led to closures of nearby areas and rabies testing after a 19-year-old fisherman was bitten near the South Beach Day Use Area; the beaver was euthanized, with rabies results pending, following another recent beaver bite in the same area that tested positive for rabies. The Houck Day Use Area, boat ramp, and Big Hunting Creek above the lake were closed to water activities while authorities monitor the situation; daytime surveillance will increase and a nighttime beaver watch will be implemented. The campground remains open, and visitors are urged to stay at least 25 yards away from beavers and report any contact to the Frederick County Health Department.

Boundary Waters closures eyed for targeted reopening as planners map safe corridors
environment2 months ago

Boundary Waters closures eyed for targeted reopening as planners map safe corridors

Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness permit cancellations stay in effect through Friday as officials coordinate with partner agencies to identify corridors that can open safely while maintaining rescue capacity; not all closures automatically lift when the overall order expires on Oct. 1. Separately, northeastern Minnesota wildfires show progress under cooler, wetter conditions with rainfall, though fire activity remains a concern and resources are ramping up (nearly 1,000 personnel, Wildfire Preparedness Level 4). The July Lightning Incident has burned about 63,594 acres in the U.S. and 8,412 in Canada, with more crews and trainings planned as conditions may worsen again in August/September.

Cottonwood Fire Destroys Eagle Point Resort as Utah Faces Rapid Wildfire Growth
environment3 months ago

Cottonwood Fire Destroys Eagle Point Resort as Utah Faces Rapid Wildfire Growth

Southern Utah’s Cottonwood Fire destroyed structures at Eagle Point Resort, burning 59,613 acres by Wednesday with 0% containment, triggering mandatory evacuations in Eagle Point and surrounding areas. Utah has logged over 105,000 acres burned this year — most fires human-caused — and forecasters warn dry, windy conditions could worsen fire weather, with red-flag warnings possible.

Juneteenth 2026: A Quick Guide to What’s Open and What’s Closed
us3 months ago

Juneteenth 2026: A Quick Guide to What’s Open and What’s Closed

Juneteenth 2026 is a federal holiday, so federal offices and USPS typically close or run on reduced schedules. Banks, schools, and some local services may have altered hours, while most private businesses and entertainment venues stay open on holiday hours. Check local listings for exact closures or special hours, and plan for possible travel/transit changes.

Colorado braces for heavy spring snow as Denver expects 3–6 inches
weather5 months ago

Colorado braces for heavy spring snow as Denver expects 3–6 inches

A spring snowstorm moved through Colorado, bringing rain in Denver before turning to heavy snow and slick roads. A jackknifed semi on I-70 slowed traffic, and Denver and Aurora announced Wednesday school closures with many Front Range districts following. Denver is projected to accumulate 3–6 inches by Wednesday, while northern and central mountains see heavier totals (Estes Park ~20 inches, Rabbit Ears Pass >1 foot). CDOT plans about 100 snowplows; travelers should expect slick conditions and possible further freeze warnings after the storm.