Florida
3 Massachusetts high school students dead, 1 injured after Florida car wreck
Weeks before school ends, Concord-Carlisle High seniors Jimmy McIntosh, Hannah Wasserman and Maisey O’Donnell died after a Florida car crash.
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A fatal car wreck in the Panhandle led to three Massachusetts high school seniors dead and one critically injured, according to law enforcement and school officials.
The Florida Highway Patrol said on April 21, an SUV with four 18-year-old students from Concord-Carlisle High School collided with a tractor-trailer making a U-turn in the paved median of U.S. 98 in Walton County.
The driver and one passenger were pronounced dead at the scene, the FDLE said. The other two passengers were transported to a hospital to be treated for severe injuries, and one died the next day, according to school officials.
What happened in the Florida crash that killed Massachusetts students?
According to the FDLE, at about 9:28 p.m., the students were traveling westbound in an SUV on Highway 98 in Inlet Beach about a mile west of South Watersound Parkway when it crashed into a tractor-trailer making a U-turn in the median.
The SUV was thrown across the median and both eastbound lanes before coming to rest near a wooded tree line.
The SUV’s driver, identified as Jimmy McIntosh, and a front-seat passenger, Hannah Wasserman, were declared dead at the scene. The other two passengers were rushed to Ascension Sacred Heart Bay Hospital in Panama City in critical condition.
McIntosh was wearing a seatbelt, according to the crash report.
The people in the tractor-trailer — a 19-year-old driver from DeFuniak Springs and a passenger, a 23-year-old man from Panama City Beach — were not injured, the FDLE said.
The FDLE said the crash remains under investigation.
Who was killed in the Walton County, Florida, wreck?
The two people who died at the scene have been identified as Concord-Carlisle High School seniors Jimmy McIntosh and Hannah Wasserman, according to a statement from Concord-Carlisle Regional School District Superintendent Dr. Laurie Hunter.
“We offer our deep condolences to the families and friends of Hannah and Jimmy during this unimaginable time. Their loss will be deeply felt by our school community as well as by so many families in Carlisle and Concord,” Hunter said in a statement. “We are also keeping the other two students in our thoughts and wish them strength and a swift recovery.”
In a message to parents, staff and students, Concord-Carlisle High School Co-Principal Katie Stahl identified the two students injured in the wreck as Lauren Costa and Maisey O’Donnell.
Hunter announced the next day that O’Donnell had also died.
“It is with great sadness that I share additional information about the tragic car accident in Florida. We learned that a third CCHS senior, Maisey O’Donnell, passed this afternoon. Maisey is in the organ donation program as her family hopes that it will give meaning to these meaningless tragedies,” Hunter said.
Concord, Massachusetts, where the school is located, sits about 25 miles northwest of Boston.
Florida
Motorcyclist killed in crash in Fort Lauderdale
A motorcyclist was killed early Saturday in a crash involving a vehicle in Fort Lauderdale, police said.
Officers responded at approximately 2:45 a.m. to the 3000 block of West Broward Boulevard following a report of a vehicle and motorcycle crash.
When officers arrived, the motorcycle rider was pronounced dead at the scene, according to the Fort Lauderdale Police Department.
The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene.
The department’s Traffic Homicide Unit is investigating the cause of the crash.
Florida
Publix? Walmart? What Florida stores are open and closed on July 4
Happy Fourth of July! Although the post office and government offices will be closed today, many grocery stores are open.
Don’t forget the hot dog buns or festive treats during your Independence Day cookout this afternoon.
Here’s what you need to know about grocery stores and whether or not they’ll be open today.
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Is Publix open on July 4th?
Publix is open on the Fourth of July.
Publix closes its doors for only three holidays each year: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter. Most Publix stores open at 7 a.m. and close at 10 p.m. Some Publix stores regularly close at 9 p.m., but not many. Check hours at your local store.
Publix Liquors stores are also open at 9 a.m. or 10 a.m., depending on the location. However, Publix pharmacies will be closed, so fill any prescriptions you need before the holiday.
Is Aldi open on July 4th?
Aldi stores will be open with limited hours on July 4.
Some Aldi store locations in Florida open at 8:30 a.m., while others open at 9 a.m. Most Aldi locations close at either 8 p.m. or 8:30 p.m.
Holiday hours can vary from location to location, so check your local Aldi’s holiday hours before you go. You can find the store locator here to double-check the opening hours of your nearest Aldi.
Is Whole Foods open on July 4th?
Most Whole Foods locations will close early, at 6 p.m. on the Fourth of July.
Under regular hours, most Florida Whole Foods locations open at 8 a.m. and close at 11 p.m. A few open at 7:30 a.m.
Some Whole Foods locations close at 9 p.m. while others close at 10 p.m.
Is Sprouts closed on July 4th?
Sprouts will be open during regular hours on July 4.
Store hours in Florida are typically from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week.
Is Winn-Dixie open on July 4th?
Winn-Dixie locations in Florida will be open on July 4th, with regular hours.
Typically, Winn-Dixie stores in Florida open at 7 a.m. and close at 11 p.m. every day. Winn-Dixie’s wine and spirits services don’t open until 9 a.m.
Is Trader Joe’s open on July 4th?
Trader Joe’s locations will only be open until 5 p.m. on the Fourth of July.
Most Trader Joe’s locations in Florida open at 8 a.m. A few open at 9 a.m. Trader Joe’s stores usually close at 9 p.m. during their regular hours.
Is Target open on July 4th?
Target will be open throughout the Fourth of July weekend; however, hours of operation may vary by location, so please check your local store’s hours before visiting.
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Most Target stores in Florida open at 8 a.m. and close at 10 p.m. Some Target locations open at 7 a.m.
Is Walmart open on July 4th?
Walmart stores close only on Thanksgiving and Christmas, so they will also be open for regular hours on the Fourth of July.
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Most Walmart stores in Florida open an hour before Publix or Winn-Dixie, at 6 a.m. They close at 11 p.m. The same hours apply to most Walmart Neighborhood Market locations.
Is Costco closed on July 4th?
Costco will be closed on July 4.
Is Sam’s Club open on July 4th?
Most Sam’s Club locations will be open on July 4 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Check your local store’s hours in advance.
Is BJ’s Wholesale Club open on July 4th?
BJ’s Wholesale Club will be open regular hours on July 4 from 10 a.m. through 7 p.m. Check your local store’s hours in advance.
Is the Fourth of July a federal holiday?
Yes, the Fourth of July is a federal holiday. See all 11 federal holidays:
- New Year’s Day – Jan. 1
- Martin Luther King’s Birthday – 3rd Monday in January
- Washington’s Birthday – 3rd Monday in February
- Memorial Day – last Monday in May
- Juneteenth National Independence Day – June 19
- Independence Day – July 4
- Labor Day – 1st Monday in September
- Indigenous Peoples’ Day – 2nd Monday in October
- Veterans’ Day – Nov. 11
- Thanksgiving Day – 4th Thursday in November
- Christmas Day – Dec. 25
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Florida
US Coast Guard saves 8, including infant and child, after vessel capsizes off Fort Myers Beach
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A quick-thinking crew from U.S. Coast Guard Station Fort Myers Beach saved eight lives, including an infant and a child, after a boat capsized Friday afternoon near the Sanibel Causeway in Florida.
Responders rushed to the capsized vessel, executing a rapid, coordinated effort that resulted in every person being safely recovered from the water.
Officials credited the success of the operation to the crew’s “relentless” preparation and teamwork.
The U.S. Coast Guard shared photos of the boat nearly completely underwater following the swift rescue. (U.S. Coast Guard Station Fort Myers Beach via Facebook)
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“A successful mission is measured by the lives brought home safely,” U.S. Coast Guard Station Fort Myers Beach wrote in a statement on Facebook.
The Coast Guard emphasized the high-stakes rescue serves as a powerful reminder of why its crews train constantly and remain ready to respond at any hour of the day or night.
Victims were rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard in Florida on Fourth of July weekend. (U.S. Coast Guard Station Fort Myers Beach via Facebook)
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“When seconds matter, preparation, communication, and teamwork make all the difference,” the Coast Guard station wrote. “We are grateful for the opportunity to serve our community and thankful that this incident ended with everyone returning home safely. Our thoughts are with those involved, and we’re proud of every responder who played a role in this successful rescue.”
The U.S. Coast Guard shared photos of the boat sinking into the water near Fort Myers Beach. (U.S. Coast Guard Station Fort Myers Beach via Facebook)
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The Sanibel Causeway is in southwest Florida, just west of Fort Myers on the Gulf Coast.
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