The Century Town Council will host a workshop next Tuesday, October 22, to discuss goals and infrastructure needs.

The workshop meeting was scheduled after council member John Bass expressed interest in seeing the council develop a list of goals that could be used to measure their progress.

“We should be having goals that we are working toward,” Bass said, emphasizing the importance of clear objectives for the council’s efforts.
http://www.northescambia.com/2025/10/century-council-schedules-workshop-to-discuss-goals-infrastructure

On Saturday, FOX 2 attended one of the shelter’s final fee-waiving adoption events, Barktober Fest, held at Schlafly Bottleworks.

This event gives potential pet owners a chance to adopt without paying any adoption fees. However, starting soon, adoption fees will be doubled, making events like this one even more valuable for those looking to bring home a new furry friend.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/bark-tober-fest-held-as-st-louis-county-set-to-double-pet-adoption-fees/

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Thousands of people across the Capital Region turned out for what organizers are calling the “No Kings” movement.

According to the non-profit group Indivisible, more than 25,000 people joined protests held in Guilderland, Saratoga Springs, and Albany.

In Troy, organizers reported that about 2,000 people gathered at Riverfront Park for the rally.

The “No Kings” rallies continue to gain momentum as communities come together to voice their concerns.
https://www.news10.com/video/top-video/no-kings-protests-held-across-the-capital-region/

Newly recovered bodies have pushed the Palestinian death toll above 68,000, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry.

This grim milestone reflects the ongoing impact of the conflict in the region, highlighting the human cost and urgent need for resolution. Authorities continue their efforts to recover and identify victims amid challenging conditions.
https://www.stltoday.com/news/nation-world/government-politics/article_1320c3e1-f88f-5d5d-8dbc-e7ea906e007e.html

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. will undergo a procedure to address a medical issue.

Further details about the nature of the procedure and the expected recovery timeline have not been disclosed at this time.

The team and Pippen Jr. remain optimistic about a successful outcome and his return to the court. More updates will be provided as information becomes available.
https://wtop.com/sports/2025/10/grizzlies-scotty-pippen-jr-to-have-toe-surgery-and-miss-start-of-season/

Apple Vision Pro May Receive Updated Developer Strap Accessory

Apple appears to be preparing an updated version of the Developer Strap for the Apple Vision Pro, following an update on Apple’s Developer site indicating that orders will open soon.

About the Apple Vision Pro Developer Strap

The Developer Strap is a $300 accessory designed to connect the Apple Vision Pro headset to a Mac via a USB-C cable. This connection allows developers to seamlessly integrate and test their visionOS apps in real time.

New Developments

The visionOS Resources page on the Apple Developer site, which provides various guides and tools for developers creating Apple Vision Pro apps, now includes an updated listing for the Developer Strap. This suggests that Apple may be preparing to release a second-generation model of this accessory.

As of now, detailed information about the new Developer Strap’s features or improvements has not been announced, but the update on Apple’s site indicates that orders will be opening soon.

Stay tuned for further updates as more information becomes available.

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https://appleinsider.com/articles/25/10/18/apple-vision-pro-developer-strap-could-get-a-surprise-upgrade?utm_source=rss