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RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) – Monument Health sees more than 800 visitors each day, and their new electronic visitor system will make it even easier for visitors to see their loved ones.The new visitor management system has been rolled out gradually this week but will be fully up and running and available for use on Wednesday. The kiosk system allows visitors to check in and out when they visit.It is currently available for inpatient visitors but will soon be available in emergency departments as well.The system is not new and was started during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the hospital decided…

LUFKIN, Texas (KTRE) – The Lufkin City Council approved a new airport hangar development for the Lufkin Economic Development Corporation on Tuesday.Current plans include a lease agreement with HCH Aviation of Nacogdoches.”I’m really happy to see the benefits of what we voted for. We had no idea what it was going to lead to. We were just happy to put up a big sign and give businesses that come to Lufkin the ability to park their planes in the hangar, and this is what it has become,” Lufkin Mayor Mark Hicks said.HCH Aviation, a professional flight school, is relocating its…

Aug. 20, 2024 Mirror Photo, Photo by Patrick Waksmanski/Altoona’s Clarissa Long putts on the second hole at Park Hills. Jazmine Boland shot 48 strokes to help the Central Cambria girls golf team beat Altoona 149-152 in high school action Tuesday at Park Hills Golf Club. Altoona (0-2) was led by medalist Ellie Filer, who finished with 42 points. Altoona (152): Filer 42, Long 53, Hallinan 57, Jackson 62. Central Cambria (149): Boland 48, Mesolas 49, Hill 52, Damm 55 Record: Altoona (0-2) Lady Marauders gets one Bishop Guilfoyle Academy went 1-2 in the Laurel Highlands Athletic…

In addition to serving as a venue for the world’s top athletes to vie for gold, the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris served as a runway for the most fashionable members of society to show off their skills. These sportsmen are not just advocates for luxury brands but also Olympians on the ground. As with any other sporting event that draws eyeballs from around the world, the Olympic Games provide more than just a glimpse of the world’s best athletes at work. While the 2024 Paris Olympics certainly spotlighted the incredible physical prowess, technical proficiency, and sheer raw talent of…

Dr. Harrison Jackson explains about the ambient listening app he uses with patients during office visits at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. The app uses artificial intelligence to create notes and organize medically useful information, saving healthcare professionals time and allowing them to focus on patients. Photo courtesy of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Artificial intelligence (AI) is all around us, from smart home devices to entertainment and social media algorithms. But does AI have applications in healthcare? A new national survey commissioned by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center finds that most Americans believe…

LOS ANGELES (KABC) — A rape suspect on the run from Massachusetts was reportedly spotted on a luxury tentpole boat docked at a Wilmington marina before being pursued by police in Los Angeles.Stephen Paul Gale, 71, was wanted in connection with the 1989 rapes of two women near Boston.When police approached the scene on Aug. 8, Gayle was spotted aboard a yacht named “Dior” that was docked at Seacoast Yachts, according to WCVB-TV.Police believe Gayle felt he was being watched when he got into an SUV and fled, leading to a lengthy police pursuit. Gayle was taken into custody near…

Developers say a number of new businesses could start opening as early as March next year. COLUMBIA, S.C. — We’re finding out more about a new shopping center under construction in Red Bank. Developers say Platte Springs Crossing will attract a number of new businesses to the area, which could begin welcoming customers as early as March of next year. Ben Kelly, a partner at commercial real estate firm NAI Columbia, said the project spans more than 50 acres. “It’s a 57-acre mixed-use development that will include a Lowes Foods store, a couple of other buildings that Chipotle is building,…

With Deshaun Watson retaining the starting quarterback role and Jameis Winston joining the Cleveland Browns as the new backup, the team is missing second-year playmaker Dorian Thompson-Robinson. And, with him reportedly being discussed in trade talks, his days with the franchise may be limited.Thompson Robinson, Cleveland’s fifth-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, started three games as a rookie with Watson sidelined with an injury. He competed with Tyler Huntley for the No. 3 quarterback spot during the offseason, and according to The Athletic’s Zach Jackson, the Browns have had trade talks with “multiple teams” for the second-year point guard.…

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham speaks on stage during the second day of the Democratic National Convention. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Hide caption Toggle caption Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images The NPR Network will be covering the Democratic National Convention live from Chicago throughout the week. New Mexico’s Democratic governor, Michelle Lujan Grisham, who served as the state’s health secretary before being elected to Congress, spoke about health care issues at the Democratic National Convention tonight. “This election is about protecting our democracy and ensuring our freedoms, including the right to affordable, quality health care,” she said. She said health care was…

Rarespawn VenturesRarespawn Ventures x SpectralSINGAPORE, Aug. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rarespawn Ventures and Spectatr today announced they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop an innovative fantasy platform that will enhance fan engagement for gaming, sports and esports fans around the world. The partnership combines Rarespawn Ventures’ extensive industry expertise and distribution network with Spectatr’s technical proficiency in product development and customization.Rarespawn Ventures, a next-generation entertainment group and global venture builder, will leverage its subsidiaries and strong distribution network to promote and market the upcoming fantasy platform, while ensuring full compliance with all regulatory requirements to ensure…