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Yahoo
23-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Founder of Mean Mule Distilling Company dies in weekend motorcycle crash
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Jeff Evans, the founder of a popular Kansas City-based distillery, Mean Mule, was confirmed to be the victim of a deadly motorcycle crash over the weekend, according to his company. In a Tuesday, staff at Mean Mule Distilling Company shared a heartfelt message, honoring the late founder and his dedication to the Mean Mule family. Police identify woman killed in flash floods on Overland Park trail The post reads, in part: 'It's with shattered hearts that we share the loss of our founder and friend, Jeff Evans, who passed away in a motorcycle accident this weekend. 'Jeff was the heart and soul of Mean Mule. His spirit, humor, and craftsmanship shaped everything we are. Alongside his wife and our cofounder, Meg, Jeff built more than a distillery – he built a community.' Mean Mule opened for business in ; however, its roots trace back much further than that. The, a 'Mean ol Mule' and a woman, Grandma Lillian, who passed down stories from the Great Depression era—of how her family made it out of poverty with the help of 'booze.' Now, nearly a century after Prohibition, Evans was able to create a brand with more than 17,000 followers on Instagram that centered around community, his family's story and the stories of the distillery's loyal customers. Mean Mule will be closed until Wednesday, allowing staff, family and friends the time to grieve. But once the doors are open, staff said they will welcome all who knew and loved Evans. 'Remember him with us, grieve with us, raise a glass with us, and share the stories and laughter he gave us. We've also made a Google form where you can submit ' for us all to enjoy,' the post reads. Download WDAF+ for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV 'Supporting our business is supporting us. If you'd like to honor him, find a bottle or can of Mean Mule at your local shop and make a toast to him. We don't yet know what the coming days, weeks, or months will look like, but we'll keep you updated here as we find our way forward. We'll also share details about a memorial or service for Jeff when we're able. Thank you for loving Jeff and for being part of our beautiful Mean Mule family.' At this time, there are no details regarding Evans' crash or an upcoming memorial service. To stay up to date with Mean Mule and any future events honoring Evans' life, . Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
South Wales Argus
22-07-2025
- General
- South Wales Argus
Reader compares Newport mosque to Abergavenny concerns
Here in Maindee, the longstanding and respected gospel church closed in 2023. When purchased by new Muslim owners in 2024, residents were advised it would be a 'community centre, not a mosque'. Unfortunately, that has not been the case. Given the church is tightly packed in a residential area, the significant increase in use has had a detrimental impact on residents. Noise can be excessive, including past 11pm, and on occasions, prayers can be heard in neighbouring properties. Lighting is way too much (with no complete blackout blinds), and even at 2 in the morning, it can be lit up as if it was a runway at Heathrow. Despite residents' only parking being in place for 30 years, many residents with paid parking permits have to park on other roads. It is fair to say it has been testing. After a 'party' on Saturday night, more than 15 bags were fly-tipped on the public pavement outside in the latest episode. It is therefore important to recognise that such buildings do have a much higher intensity of use, and that planning and environmental controls need to be in place to ensure that quality of life is maintained for all. Jeff Evans, Newport
Wales Online
24-06-2025
- Business
- Wales Online
Drop in number of children learning to swim on Anglesey 'not too concerning'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info An Anglesey councillor says he is "not too concerned" over figures showing a decline in demand for children's private swimming lessons at leisure centres. A drop in demand for the "vital" safety lessons by Môn Actif had been reported last week following a corporate scrutiny meeting. The details were published in a report about Anglesey County Council's Quarter 4 score-card results for 2024/25. Get the best island stories from our Anglesey newsletter - sent every Friday Q4 is the final scorecard for the financial year showing the council's performance against strategic objectives outlined in its Council Plan. The report had noted target successes and areas where the council's leadership team were "exploring and investigating to manage and improve". The final Q4 report came before the council's executive today, Tuesday, June 24, presented by Cllr Carwyn Jones. The report stated that Môn Actif - the brand name for the council's leisure centres - had seen a fall in the average number of children undertaking swimming lessons throughout the year. In education, Môn Actif had seen the average number of children undertaking swimming lessons throughout the year recorded as 1,747 against a target of 1,900. The number of Anglesey children on the Nofio Môn Swimming programme in Q4 was 1,682, a slight decline on the Q3 performance of 1695. "This performance brings the average number for 2024/25 to 1,747. These figures do not include children undertaking swimming lessons through the primary schools, for which 3845 children attended sessions during the 30-week block," it stated. "Demand for places has decreased and there is currently only one centre with a waiting list. The reasons for the decline in demand remain unknown." Last week, Councillor Jeff Evans, during the corporate scrutiny meeting, had expressed concern over what he described as a "vital skill," considering that Anglesey was "an island surrounded by water". Speaking today, portfolio holder for leisure, Cllr Neville Evans, said of the issue: "The press has given this a lot of these are private lessons offered in the leisure centres, not school swimming lessons. "This trend on Anglesey is seen in other councils, the numbers are similar to before Covid and lockdown. "There is regular discussion in leisure centres about numbers, we ask customers for feedback but we don't receive a significant response." He also noted that the press had given "a lot of attention" to another swimming scheme, the Swim Safe programme. "I was on the beach in Trearddur Bay beach last week, where a number of children from schools across the island attended Swim Safe," he said. "It is a really positive project, and Môn Actif has won a national award for this scheme, and 500 pupils last year completed the Swim Safe lessons on beaches, it is something we should be proud of." He added: "The numbers are down, but that is also true across Wales. "I am not overly concerned by these figures, but we do consider swimming is important for children on the island." Council leader Cllr Gary Pritchard praised "the excellent work" by Môn Actif in terms of safe swimming sessions, and in teaching youngsters about sea swimming. J oin the North Wales Live Whatsapp community now
North Wales Live
24-06-2025
- Business
- North Wales Live
Drop in number of children learning to swim on Anglesey 'not too concerning'
An Anglesey councillor says he is "not too concerned" over figures showing a decline in demand for children's private swimming lessons at leisure centres. A drop in demand for the "vital" safety lessons by Môn Actif had been reported last week following a corporate scrutiny meeting. The details were published in a report about Anglesey County Council's Quarter 4 score-card results for 2024/25. Get the best island stories from our Anglesey newsletter - sent every Friday Q4 is the final scorecard for the financial year showing the council's performance against strategic objectives outlined in its Council Plan. The report had noted target successes and areas where the council's leadership team were "exploring and investigating to manage and improve". The final Q4 report came before the council's executive today, Tuesday, June 24, presented by Cllr Carwyn Jones. The report stated that Môn Actif - the brand name for the council's leisure centres - had seen a fall in the average number of children undertaking swimming lessons throughout the year. In education, Môn Actif had seen the average number of children undertaking swimming lessons throughout the year recorded as 1,747 against a target of 1,900. The number of Anglesey children on the Nofio Môn Swimming programme in Q4 was 1,682, a slight decline on the Q3 performance of 1695. "This performance brings the average number for 2024/25 to 1,747. These figures do not include children undertaking swimming lessons through the primary schools, for which 3845 children attended sessions during the 30-week block," it stated. "Demand for places has decreased and there is currently only one centre with a waiting list. The reasons for the decline in demand remain unknown." Last week, Councillor Jeff Evans, during the corporate scrutiny meeting, had expressed concern over what he described as a "vital skill," considering that Anglesey was "an island surrounded by water". Speaking today, portfolio holder for leisure, Cllr Neville Evans, said of the issue: "The press has given this a lot of these are private lessons offered in the leisure centres, not school swimming lessons. "This trend on Anglesey is seen in other councils, the numbers are similar to before Covid and lockdown. "There is regular discussion in leisure centres about numbers, we ask customers for feedback but we don't receive a significant response." He also noted that the press had given "a lot of attention" to another swimming scheme, the Swim Safe programme. "I was on the beach in Trearddur Bay beach last week, where a number of children from schools across the island attended Swim Safe," he said. "It is a really positive project, and Môn Actif has won a national award for this scheme, and 500 pupils last year completed the Swim Safe lessons on beaches, it is something we should be proud of." He added: "The numbers are down, but that is also true across Wales. "I am not overly concerned by these figures, but we do consider swimming is important for children on the island."
North Wales Chronicle
24-06-2025
- General
- North Wales Chronicle
Consistent drop in Anglesey children learning to swim
Councillors on Anglesey are 'looking into' why less youngsters are learning the vital skill. During a meeting, councillors heard there had been a drop in the number of kids taking part in the Nofio Môn Swimming programme. During a discussion on the council's 'corporate score card' results for the fourth quarter of the 2024/25 financial year, councillors heard the number of children attending swimming classes was 1,682. This was slightly down on the third quarter level of 1,695. In Quarter One it had been 1,847, and 1,806 in the second quarter. The average for 2024/25 fell to 1,747, below the Quarter Four target of 1,900. This had not included children taking swimming lessons through primary schools, where 3,845 children had attended sessions during a 30-week block. MORE NEWS: Bangor man returns to prison after assaulting a policeman 'with force' Top honours for Coleg Menai's most 'outstanding' students Pedestrian in hospital with 'serious' injuries after being hit by vehicle in Gwynedd Conwy Tunnel fire: A55 vulnerabilities to accidents and delays exposed by blaze The meeting heard demand for places on the council's scheme was declining, and there was now only one centre on the island with a waiting list. The council's portfolio holder for leisure Cllr Neville Evans said: 'We just don't know why it's happening, we're looking into it. 'There's been a consistent decline, but it's happening in other council areas too.' Enhanced coaching and training for staff had been undertaken at the end of March, through Swim Wales, and it was hoped this would 'further improve' the quality of lessons provided. 'It could be due to a number of reasons, the cost of living, or even more leisure activities available now,' he added. MORE: Historic coaching inn used as council offices in Caernarfon could become flats He also queried if the target was 'too high'. It was agreed that the service would work with leisure centres to promote the swimming programme. Cllr Jeff Evans, the committee's chair, said due to the 'astonishing number of deaths going on around the country' he felt it was necessary for the committee to 'get on top of the issue'. 'We must maximise the opportunities for learning to swim, living here on the island we are surrounded by water,' he said.
