Barbara Ribeiro, 94, a found 21-month-old baby in the bottom of a backyard pool in 1961.
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Take the Polar Plunge for Dare County Special Olympics Athletes | Dare County
The Dare County Special Olympics invites the public to take part in the organization’s annual Polar Plunge fundraising event beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at Jennette’s Pier, which is located at 7223 S. Virginia Dare Trail in Nags Head.
The funds raised during this event by donors and event sponsors will provide year-round sports training, competition, leadership opportunities, and health services to Special Olympics athletes in our community.
If you would like to register to participate in the Dare County Special Olympics Polar Plunge, please visit DareNC.gov/PolarPlunge. Individuals may register online or make a donation to an existing registrant or team on this website leading up to the event.
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Inside the Effort to Rebuild Los Angeles in Time for the 2028 Olympics | NBC News
NBC News’ Gadi Schwartz takes a look at how Los Angeles plans to rebuild in the wake of the wildfires before it is set to host several major events, such as the World Cup in 2026, Super Bowl in 2027 and the summer Olympics in 2028.
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Breaststroke Getting Faster | Cody Miller
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This Is Why ‘Ocean Ramsey’ Is Bad for Sharks | Shark Bytes
Join marine biologist and shark scientist Kristian Parton as he discusses why shark influencer Ocean Ramsey is bad for sharks. Kristian looks into the impact of shark influencers on sharks, and how people like Ocean Ramsey might actually be harming, and not helping them.
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Hamilton Pool Closed to Swimming Due to High Bacteria Levels | KVUE
(more…)Travis County parks officials say Hamilton Pool Preserve is closed to swimmers for the next couple of days.
Staff posted a notice online explaining that the recent rain has led to high bacteria levels.
The earliest swimming might be allowed is on Thursday, Feb. 6.
“As always, whether swimming will be allowed depends on factors beyond our control, such as bacteria levels and recent rain,” a notice on the Travis County Parks website said. “Water access is never guaranteed with a reservation.”
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Bolles Swim Star Andy Kravchenko Signed With Stanford; Eyes Future Among Elite | First Coast News
“When I was younger, I had the word discipline duct taped onto my wall.”
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Shark Encounter Took Life of a Teenage Swimmer Girl on Australia’s Coast | DRM News
A teenage girl tragically lost her life in a shark attack off the coast of Queensland, Australia, on February 3, 2025. The incident occurred at Woorim Beach on Bribie Island, approximately 80 kilometers north of Brisbane, where emergency crews were dispatched after reports of a serious shark bite. The girl sustained life-threatening injuries and succumbed to them despite efforts by authorities. While police did not confirm her age, media outlets have reported the victim was 17 years old. This tragic event highlights the ongoing dangers posed by sharks along Australia’s coast.
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Thousands Take Part in Polar Bear Plunge to Support Special Olympics | WBAL-TV 11 Baltimore
There’s nothing like plunging into cold water during the winter to get your adrenaline pumping. More than 2,500 people participated in the main Maryland Plunge along with Gov. Wes Moore. The athletes participate free of charge because the millions of dollars raised and donated at the Polar Bear Plunge account for more than 40% of the annual budget for Special Olympics Maryland, helping athletes play without having to pay.