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The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs recently marked its sixth-annual Veterans Suicide Prevention & Awareness Day, ahead of Veterans Day on Nov. 11. “Veteran suicide has become a disturbing trend over the last 20 years,” Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Brad Lindsay said in an Oct. 5 statement that carried a Duluth dateline. “In Minnesota alone, we lose about 100 Veterans each year to suicide. Today’s event is our chance to offer information, resources, support and solutions to help end Veteran suicide in Minnesota. Even more than that, it’s our way of telling Veterans that we’re here for them.” ADVERTISEMENT Commissioner Lindsay was spot on; although in reality the numbers could be even more stark as many veterans who die fall into a statistical gray area marked by substance abuse and other complicating variables. To that end, findings from America’s Warrior Partnership in 2023 suggest the Department of Veterans Affairs may be underestimating the rate of veterans suicides. This includes uncounted deaths from overdoses, addiction-related incidents, and alcohol-induced fatalities, which, while not classified as suicide, still reflect the immense mental health struggles veterans face. Loneliness and isolation are perhaps the most powerful contributors to veterans suicide, which is why National Warrior Call Day each November is so essential. It builds on momentum from Suicide Prevention & Awareness Day and Veterans Day and goes coast to coast, beyond Minnesota, asking all Americans to raise a hand to help. Research shows that social connection is a protective factor, and National Warrior Call Day is a strategy and tactic to work against this reality. This initiative calls on Americans to simply reach out and connect with veterans or active service members, fostering connection and support. Those in distress should be pointed to available resources, such as the suicide hotline or local veteran support networks. Notably, Warrior Call, a grassroots movement, has gained bipartisan support in the U.S. Senate, with Sen. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota and 39 others backing the initiative to designate this day of action. It’s also endorsed by major veteran service organizations, all seven living former Veterans Administration secretaries, and 27 Medal of Honor recipients. Warrior Call’s motto is simple yet powerful: Make a call, take a call, and have an honest conversation with a service member or veteran. Even a brief check-in could save a life, especially for those who may feel unseen or disconnected. After years of speaking with veterans and service members across the country, including those in Minnesota, I’ve seen how meaningful a simple conversation can be in easing loneliness and reaffirming hope. Warrior Call empowers families and communities to make these connections before their loved one or friend reaches a crisis point. ADVERTISEMENT Minnesota’s veterans need our support. By making a call and being there for someone who’s served, we can make a difference. Frank Larkin of Annapolis, Maryland, is chief operating officer of the Troops First Foundation ( troopsfirstfoundation.org ) and chairman of the Warrior Call initiative ( warriorcall.org ). He’s a former Navy SEAL, the 40th U.S. Senate Sergeant at Arms, and a father of a Navy SEAL son who died by suicide. He wrote this for the News Tribune.Looking ahead, Xia Zhengyan's appointment as an independent director is poised to bring fresh perspectives, strategic insights, and governance best practices to CNSSF. With Xia Zhengyan's expertise on board, CNSSF is well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities, mitigate risks, and enhance its overall competitiveness in the market.
Among the many exciting moments in the world of sports, collaborations between two iconic brands often stand out for their creativity and uniqueness. Recently, the anticipation for the next season's away kit for FC Barcelona, designed in collaboration with the late basketball legend Kobe Bryant, has sparked a wave of enthusiasm among fans. This innovative partnership between the Catalan football club and the legendary NBA player represents a fusion of two worlds and a celebration of their mutual dedication to excellence.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A fight broke out at midfield after Michigan stunned No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 on Saturday as Wolverines players attempted to plant their flag and were met by Buckeyes who confronted them. Police had to use pepper spray to break up the players, who threw punches and shoves in the melee that overshadowed the rivalry game. Ohio State police said in a statement “multiple officers representing Ohio and Michigan deployed pepper spray.” Ohio State police will investigate the fight, according to the statement. After the Ohio State players confronted their bitter rivals at midfield, defensive end Jack Sawyer grabbed the top of the Wolverines' flag and ripped it off the pole as the brawl moved toward the Michigan bench. Eventually, police officers rushed into the ugly scene. Ohio State coach Ryan Day said he understood the actions of his players. “There are some prideful guys on our team who weren't going to sit back and let that happen,” Day said. The two Ohio State players made available after the game brushed off questions about it. Michigan running back Kalel Mullings, who rushed for 116 yards and a touchdown, didn't like how the Buckeyes players involved themselves in the Wolverines' postgame celebration. He called it “classless.” “For such a great game, you hate to see stuff like that after the game," he said in an on-field interview with Fox Sports. “It’s just bad for the sport, bad for college football. But at the end of the day, you know some people got to — they got to learn how to lose, man. ... We had 60 minutes, we had four quarters, to do all that fighting.” Michigan coach Sherrone Moore said everybody needs to do better. “So much emotions on both sides," he said. "Rivalry games get heated, especially this one. It’s the biggest one in the country, so we got to handle that better.” Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-footballIn conclusion, the winter transfer window presents a critical opportunity for Real Madrid and Manchester City to address their squad deficiencies and elevate their performances to achieve their respective goals. While the challenges in securing signings from La Liga are evident, the determination and ambition of these clubs may ultimately lead to successful acquisitions that will benefit them in their pursuit of silverware.
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Published 4:21 pm Friday, December 13, 2024 By Sabrina Simms Robertson VIDALIA, La. — Vidalia Mayor Buz Craft is opposed to plans to reorganize the Concordia Parish schools, and he’s urging residents to join his opposition. This week, the Concordia Parish School Board released a consent order handed down from the U.S. District Court that proposes redrawing school boundary lines to change where high school students attend school and consolidate elementary schools. The proposed changes set new boundaries for existing high schools, with consolidation for elementary and middle school grades. Students enrolled in kindergarten through second grade would attend Vidalia Upper Elementary. Students enrolled in third through fifth grade would attend Ferriday Upper Elementary. Students enrolled in sixth through eighth grade would attend Ferriday Junior High. The purpose of the proposal, which the school board must vote on by Dec. 31, is to move the 1965 desegregation lawsuit against the school board toward dismissal. In a livestream on his social media page Friday, Craft asked residents to contact the school board and tell members to “vote no” on the proposal and to “go to trial” with it if they have to. “I’m very much against what’s proposed right now,” Craft said, explaining that the sense of pride that most people have in their schools could dissipate and cause people to leave. He also cited other issues he felt the school reorganization would cause, such as increasing transportation costs for the school system and families and causing congestion in classrooms. “I know Vidalia doesn’t want this. The Town of Ferriday doesn’t want this at all. They love their independence. They love their community. They don’t want this either. ... Monterey doesn’t want it ... nobody really wants it. So why can’t we stand together?” he said. Craft also questioned what happened to dig up the nearly 60-year-old desegregation case to begin with. “I got some questions and I hope to get those answered,” he said. “Why, after 60 years, are we bringing up a 1965 segregation case to hang this on? It has been 60 years that this has been out there and now it’s thrust into ‘this has got to be taken care of now.’ Why? Why is it such an important thing now to go back and change up something that’s worked for 60 years for our community and for our school system. ... Is it money? ... Is it test scores? Those are questions that I hope to get answered pretty quickly.” Craft encouraged residents to attend the public forum on this issue at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Vidalia Convention Center, both to receive information and to let their opposition to it be heard. “There is nothing more serious to us than our kids and their education ... so let’s get together. Say no to this, because no one in the parish wants it,” Craft said. “Let’s all stand together and push our school boards to say no. And if this has got to go to trial, let’s take our chances at trial. Because if we don’t, if you vote to go ahead and support it, it’s a done deal.”
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