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  • Center of Hope expands services during freezing temperatures


    The Center of Hope in Tulsa has increased its capacity, opened a warming station, and is providing essential items and meals to assist those in need during freezing temperatures.

    Monday, January 20th 2025, 5:06 am

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    Jonathan Polasek

    Temperatures are below freezing, and local shelters are stepping up to help those in need, especially those who may be homeless and are looking to stay out of the cold weather.

    The Center of Hope is one place in the Tulsa area that has expanded its capacity to accommodate more people during this cold snap. Here is how the Center of Hope is helping out during this latest cold snap.

    Center of Hope Efforts:

    1. They’ve added 40 emergency mats, increasing overnight capacity to about 300 beds.
    2. A warming station has been opened for those who need temporary relief from the cold.

    Services Provided:

    1. The Center of Hope offers warm food, drinks, and essential items like new gloves, socks, and stocking caps.
    2. They ensure that no one leaves empty-handed, offering clothing, blankets, and other items to those in need.

    Coordination with Other Shelters:

    1. If the Center of Hope reaches capacity, they will coordinate with other shelters and transport individuals if needed.

    Donation Drive:

    1. The Center of Hope is accepting donations of new gloves, socks, stocking caps, blankets, and hot chocolate or coffee.
    2. Donations can be dropped off directly at the Center of Hope.
    3. Financial Donations can be made here to support the Salvation Army and Center of Hope’s emergency cold relief efforts.

    Jonathan Polasek

    Jonathan Polasek joined News On 6 as a multimedia journalist in August of 2022 after working in Midland and Odessa.





    Center of Hope, a local non-profit organization dedicated to providing assistance to the homeless community, has announced that it will be expanding its services during the upcoming freezing temperatures. With temperatures expected to drop below freezing, the organization is ramping up efforts to ensure that those in need have a warm place to stay and access to essential resources.

    In addition to offering shelter and hot meals, Center of Hope will also be providing warm clothing, blankets, and hygiene kits to those seeking refuge from the cold. The organization is working closely with local shelters and outreach programs to coordinate efforts and ensure that no one is left out in the cold.

    “We understand the importance of providing a safe and warm environment for those who are most vulnerable during extreme weather conditions,” said Sarah Johnson, founder of Center of Hope. “Our team is dedicated to making sure that everyone has access to the resources they need to stay safe and comfortable during this time.”

    Center of Hope is calling on the community to support their efforts by donating warm clothing, blankets, and hygiene items. Volunteers are also needed to help staff the shelter and distribute resources to those in need.

    As the temperatures continue to drop, Center of Hope is committed to providing a beacon of hope for those struggling to stay warm and safe. With the support of the community, the organization hopes to make a positive impact on the lives of those in need during this challenging time.

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  • Winter weather: Austin-Travis County leaders activate Emergency Operation Center


    Winter precipitation, including snow and sleet, is expected to fall in Central Texas from Monday evening through Tuesday.

    AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin-Travis County Emergency Operation Center (EOC) has been activated as of 7 a.m. Monday, in response to the forecasted winter weather.

    That means representatives from several different parts of our local governments are in one place, working together to respond to any issues that may arise during the freezing weather.

    Austin’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management is coordinating the city’s response to the situation with other emergency service departments and non-government organizations, the city of Austin said. Critical updates will be posted online at austintexas.gov/alerts in 14 languages.

    The city said the EOC will remain operational until further notice.

    City and county leaders provided an update on winter weather preparations Monday at 10 a.m. Speakers included Austin Mayor Kirk Watson, Travis County Judge Andy Brown, Austin Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Interim Director Bill Wilson, Travis County Office of Emergency Management Chief Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator Blake Clampffer, as well as representatives from Austin Energy, Austin Water, the Homeless Strategy Office and Transportation and Public Works.

    During the press conference, local leaders noted that CapMetro will suspend its services starting at 9 p.m. Monday.

    Meanwhile, Williamson County is also opening an emergency operations center on Monday evening. Throughout the night, Williamson County crews will check pavement temperatures and possible icing. Officials with the county also say crews are on call to treat county roads and bridges with sand and deicing material.

    Local leaders urged everyone to sign up for emergency alerts. You can do that by going to warncentraltexas.org. You can also visit ReadyCentralTexas.org to get information on preparing for, withstanding and recovering from a variety of emergency situations.

    Winter precipitation, including snow and sleet, is expected to fall in Central Texas from Monday evening through Tuesday afternoon. Freezing temperatures are also forecast for each day this week through Friday.

    Central Texans are asked to remember the four Ps in this weather: people, pets, plants and pipes. Open cabinets under sinks in your home to keep the pipes warm, bring potted plants indoors and cover your outside spigot.

    Make sure to locate your water shutoff valve in case the pipes do freeze. Flood coverage does not cover burst pipes, and home and renters policies may require you to take “reasonable steps” to avoid pipes bursting or they won’t cover damage at all.



    Winter weather is impacting Austin and Travis County, prompting leaders to take action. With freezing temperatures and icy conditions expected, officials have activated the Emergency Operation Center to coordinate response efforts. Stay safe and stay informed during this winter weather event. #ATXWeather #EmergencyResponse #WinterSafety

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  • SpaceX launches Falcon 9 on Starlink mission Tuesday morning at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center


    In the Space Coast’s eighth launch of 2025 thus far, a SpaceX Falcon 9 took flight on another Starlink mission early Tuesday morning from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.

    The Falcon 9 lifted off at 12:24 a.m. EST from pad 39A, ascending into low-Earth orbit to deploy a payload of 21 Starlink internet satellites.

    In light of the cold front gripping the Sunshine State, risks of thick cloud layers and cumulus clouds spurred the Space Force’s 45th Weather Squadron to spell out unusual variance for a 4½-hour Starlink launch window.

    The squadron predicted an 85% chance of favorable weather early during the launch window, which opened at 12:13 a.m. — with those odds dropping off to 40% by the window’s conclusion.

    Cape Canaveral: Is there a launch today? Upcoming SpaceX, Blue Origin, NASA rocket launch schedule in Florida

    However, no significant Central Florida cloud cover was present at liftoff across the Tampa Bay-Orlando-Space Coast corridor, per a National Weather Service radar loop from the Melbourne Orlando International Airport station shows.

    The post-midnight mission marked the Falcon 9 first-stage booster’s eighth flight, SpaceX reported.

    The booster previously launched Crew-8, Polaris Dawn, CRS-31, Astranis: From One to Many, and three Starlink missions.

    Following stage separation, the booster settled for a landing on the SpaceX drone ship A Shortfall of Gravitas in the Atlantic Ocean a bit more than eight minutes after liftoff.

    Next SpaceX mission targeted for Friday

    Next on the Eastern Range schedule, another SpaceX Starlink mission is slated to lift off Friday from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, a Federal Aviation Administration operations plan advisory shows.

    That Starlink launch window is scheduled to extend from 5:45 p.m. to 10:15 p.m.

    For the latest news from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, visit floridatoday.com/space.

    Rick Neale is a Space Reporter at FLORIDA TODAY. Contact Neale at Rneale@floridatoday.com. Twitter/X: @RickNeale1

    Space is important to us and that’s why we’re working to bring you top coverage of the industry and Florida launches. Journalism like this takes time and resources. Please support it with a subscription here.

    This article originally appeared on Florida Today: SpaceX Starlink mission launches Tuesday on Florida’s 8th mission of 2025





    SpaceX successfully launched its Falcon 9 rocket on a Starlink mission early Tuesday morning from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The rocket carried a batch of 60 Starlink satellites, adding to the growing constellation that aims to provide global internet coverage.

    The launch took place at 8:45 a.m. EST, with clear skies and light winds providing optimal conditions for liftoff. The Falcon 9 rocket’s first stage successfully landed on the company’s drone ship in the Atlantic Ocean, marking another milestone in SpaceX’s reusable rocket program.

    This mission is part of SpaceX’s efforts to expand its Starlink network, which aims to provide high-speed internet access to underserved and remote areas around the world. The company has already launched over 1,500 satellites and plans to continue deploying more in the coming months.

    The successful launch and deployment of the Starlink satellites mark another step forward in SpaceX’s ambitious goals for space exploration and technology. Stay tuned for more updates on SpaceX’s future missions and developments in the space industry.

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  • Hot Racing ANN38A02 Aluminum Center Differential EZM Mount Arrma BLX 6S HH



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  • SpaceX to launch 21 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from the Kennedy Space Center – Spaceflight Now


    A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stands at Launch Complex 39A (LC-39A) at the Kennedy Space Center ahead of the launch of the Starlink 13-1 mission. Image: Spaceflight Now

    SpaceX is preparing to launch its latest batch of Starlink satellites for its internet megaconstellation shortly after midnight on Tuesday.

    A Falcon 9 rocket is set to launch the Starlink 13-1 mission from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center at 12:24 a.m. EST (0524 UTC).

    Spaceflight Now will have live coverage beginning about an hour prior to liftoff.

    

    On Monday, the 45th Weather Squadron forecast conditions to go from good to poor across the launch window on Tuesday. Meteorologists suggested that conditions at the opening of the window will be about 85 percent favorable for liftoff, but deteriorate to 40 percent by the of the window.

    “The forecast question for the primary launch window late tonight will be how quickly clouds and rain return to the area as the old frontal boundary lifts back to the north,” launch weather officers wrote. “There remains good model agreement that the highest rain chances hold off until after the end of the window, but still expect increasing clouds and showers to creep in from the south, especially for the back half of the window.

    “With this setup, the main weather concern is likely to be Thick Cloud Layers, with a smaller embedded Cumulus Cloud threat as rain coverage increases late.”

    If SpaceX ends up not being able to launch Tuesday morning, the 24-hour backup window has drastically worse weather, with just a 10 percent chance of favorable conditions.

    The Falcon 9 first stage booster, tail number B1083, will used to launch the mission. It’s previous missions included the launches of Crew-8, Polaris Dawn and CRS-31.

    After launching for an eighth time, B1083 will target a landing on the SpaceX droneship, ‘A Shortfall of Gravias,’ which is positioned out in the Atlantic Ocean. If successful, this will be the 95 landing for ASOG and the 399th booster landing to date.

    The Starlink 13-1 mission will be SpaceX’s fifth dedicated Starlink launch of the year and its ninth orbital launch in 2025.



    SpaceX is gearing up for another exciting launch as they prepare to send 21 Starlink satellites into orbit aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from the Kennedy Space Center. This mission, scheduled for [insert date], marks another milestone in the company’s efforts to provide global internet coverage through their Starlink constellation.

    The Falcon 9 rocket will lift off from Launch Complex 39A, carrying the 21 satellites as part of SpaceX’s ongoing efforts to expand their satellite internet network. These satellites will join the existing constellation of over 1,500 Starlink satellites already in orbit, bringing us one step closer to widespread global internet coverage.

    This launch is just another example of SpaceX’s commitment to innovation and advancement in the field of space technology. Stay tuned for updates on the launch and the deployment of the Starlink satellites as SpaceX continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in space exploration.

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  • Used Front Lower Center Console fits: 2021 Kia K5 floor Front Lower Grade A



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  • Inauguration fashion takes center stage: See the most standout style looks


    Inauguration Day festivities are underway, and with them comes plenty of high-profile style on everyone from incoming political figures to inauguration performers.

    We’re rounding up all the standout looks of the day from Ivanka Trump‘s sleek, deep green ensemble to Usha Vance’s soft pink coat with a matching scarf.

    First lady Jill Biden chose bold, head-to-toe purple with a matching coat, gloves and shoes, while Vice President Kamala Harris chose a mostly black ensemble finished with leather gloves and a black and white scarf.

    Incoming first lady Melania Trump wore a look from American designer Adam Lippes to attend a church service early in the day. The ensemble featured a navy silk wool coat, a navy silk wool pencil skirt and an ivory silk crepe blouse, all hand-sewn in New York City.

    “The tradition of the presidential inauguration embodies the beauty of American democracy and today we had the honor to dress our first lady, Mrs. Melania Trump,” Lippes said in a press release, adding that “Mrs. Trump’s outfit was created by some of America’s finest craftsmen and I take great pride in showing such work to the world.”

    Continue to check back throughout the day as we add more looks below.

    Melania Trump and President-elect Donald J. Trump

    President-elect Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump arrive for a service at St. John’s Church on Inauguration Day of Donald Trump’s second presidential term in Washington, Jan. 20, 2025.

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    First lady Jill Biden and President Joe Biden

    President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden react as Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff arrive at the White House in Washington, DC, on January 20, 2025.

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    Vice President Kamala Harris

    First lady Jill Biden, President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and second gentleman Doug Emhoff stand together at the White House ahead of the inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump Jan. 20, 2025 in Washington.

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    Ivanka Trump

    President-elect Donald Trump’s daughter Ivanka Trump arrives for a service at St. John’s Church on Inauguration Day of Donald Trump’s second presidential term in Washington, Jan. 20, 2025.

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    Usha Vance and Vice President-elect J.D. Vance

    Usha Vance and Vice President-elect, Sen. J.D. Vance arrive for service at St. John’s Church as part of Inauguration ceremonies on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC.

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    Elon Musk

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    Lara Trump and Eric Trump

    President-elect Donald Trump’s son Eric Trump and his wife Lara Trump arrive for a service at St. John’s Church on Inauguration Day of Donald Trump’s second presidential term in Washington, Jan. 20, 2025.

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    Tiffany Trump

    President-elect Donald Trump’s daughter Tiffany Trump and her husband Michael Boulos arrive for a service at St. John’s Church on Inauguration Day of his second presidential term in Washington, Jan. 20, 2025.

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    Sen. Amy Klobuchar

    President Joe Biden, Senator Amy Klobuchar, Democrat from Minnesota, and President-elect Donald Trump depart the White House for the US Capitol in Washington, DC, on January 20, 2025.

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    Susie Wiles

    Susie Wiles arrives prior to the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump at the United States Capitol Jan. 20, 2025 in Washington, DC.

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    Lauren Sanchez and Jeff Bezos

    PHOTO: The Inauguration Of Donald J. Trump As The 47th President

    CEO of Meta and Facebook Mark Zuckerberg, Lauren Sanchez, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, Google CEO Sundar Pichai and Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk arrive for the inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC.

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    The 2021 Presidential Inauguration was a historic event filled with powerful speeches, emotional moments, and of course, stunning fashion choices. From the First Lady to the Vice President, the attendees brought their A-game when it came to style. Here are some of the most standout looks from the day:

    1. First Lady Dr. Jill Biden looked elegant in a custom-made teal dress and coat by emerging designer Alexandra O’Neill of Markarian. The outfit featured intricate embroidery and Swarovski crystals, making her truly shine on this special day.

    2. Vice President Kamala Harris made history as the first female, Black, and South Asian Vice President of the United States. She wore a striking purple outfit by Christopher John Rogers, a young Black designer known for his bold and colorful designs. The monochromatic look symbolized unity and inclusivity, a powerful message for the new administration.

    3. Former First Lady Michelle Obama stunned in a plum-colored outfit by Sergio Hudson, another Black designer. The monochrome look featured a turtleneck sweater paired with wide-leg trousers and a matching coat. Her signature sleek hairstyle and statement belt completed the chic ensemble.

    4. Amanda Gorman, the youngest poet to perform at a presidential inauguration, wowed in a bright yellow coat and red headband. The bold colors and accessories added a youthful and vibrant touch to her powerful performance.

    5. Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton opted for a statement purple pantsuit by Ralph Lauren, a nod to the suffragette movement and a symbol of female empowerment. The sleek and tailored look exuded confidence and strength.

    Overall, the fashion choices at the 2021 Presidential Inauguration showcased diversity, individuality, and a sense of optimism for the future. From emerging designers to established brands, the attendees used their style to make a statement and celebrate this historic moment in American history.

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