JOPLIN, Mo. — Are you thinking about dieting in the new year? Intermittent fasting is an option but may not be the right call.
“Intermittent fasting is a popular topic,” said Susan Pittman, Freeman Diabetes Educ.: 1:19
Which some use as a diet plan, regularly switching between fasting and eating. And that can prompt some issues, according to the experts.
“My concern with that would be that it’s eliminating time where you need to be fueling your body. So we recommend that when you’re active when you’re up and about doing your work, school exercise that you need fuel for your body,” said Pittman.
Susan Pittman is a Diabetes Educator with Freeman Health System. She points out your body depends on a mix of nutrients.
“I think one of the things that we fail to realize is the body’s only way to get fuel is through food. Specifically, carbohydrates provide us with energy, but we also need protein for rebuilding. We need fats for restoring making sure that our vitamins are absorbed correctly, hormones are built correctly,” she said.
In other words, make sure the body is running correctly.
“So we need all those nutrients to make the body run correctly. And anytime we take one group away, or we don’t need at all the body is not getting what it needs and it’s going to have a stress response to that,” she added.
Pittman recommends a more balanced diet along with regular exercise as a healthier alternative.
“The fads come and go. It really is so simple. As to just taking care of our body, nourishing our body. There’s not a magical or there’s just not that silver bullet. There’s not that one thing that we can say hey, do this in in your body is going to be perfect. health consequences happen regardless of our diet. So I think we tend to blame everything back on diet, but just taking as good care of ourselves as we can. That’s really a good thing to do. And diet is a part of it,” said Pittman.
KSNF/KODE— You may have gotten a new smartphone or tablet for Christmas—which could come in handy in 2023 as digital options continue to grow. 2023 doesn’t just mean a new calendar at your desk, but potentially new options online.
Think virtual reality.
“We see an improvement in that type of technology where the headsets will become smaller, faster, better resolution. Those are fantastic in areas such as gaming, but also fantastic in areas such as medicine, where you can actually literally look at hearts beating in real-time in 3D and turn them around and look at lungs and look at internal parts of the body in real-time, and actually see how those things work,” said John Motazedi, SNC2/Network Dr.
You’re also likely to see more and more facial recognition and voice recognition—especially in social media.
“Furthermore, we also see where they can actually replace faces. So you can actually have actors or actresses or individuals literally say something or do something and then you can put somebody else’s face on it. That is still difficult to do today in 2022 technology but that is becoming so mainstream, where you can literally have anyone do or say anything you want to,” said Motazedi.
Quantum computing is expected to grow as well, meaning technology will be tackling increasingly more complex problems. Also, the growth of 5G, or the 5th generation mobile network, will add more wireless options in the Joplin area.
“5G will open a substantial amount of opportunities. One of those would be basically bringing internet to places that don’t have good quality internet. So high-speed real internet. Traditionally what you’re used to having using like a cable or a wired connection,” he added.
Wearable tech will also find new uses in 2023, everything from your pulse and heart rate to glucose levels and sleep characteristics.
“How well you’re handling stress, all of those things. Ultimately, they’re really trying to find out how much you know about yourself and how much better you can improve your life by knowing all these things that traditionally have been very difficult to get answers to,” he said.
JOPLIN, Mo. — Joplin’s largest employer has an easy way to get their employees from the parking lot to the hospital, and back. It’s called “FRED” or “Freeman Rapid Employee Delivery.” A set of three buses will pick up and take freeman health system employees from the “FRED” parking lot south of the main hospital, to the hospital’s front door.
They also take workers to the Cornell-Beshore Cancer Institute and David A. Ball medical building. Then, of course, take them back to their cars at the end of their shift.
It’s a service very appreciated by those who work at Freeman.
“It would take a lot of time out of our day, otherwise. And without these guys, I don’t think we could do it. It’s nice to talk to them in the morning on our way in and when we’re leaving the shift it’s kind of a decompression and a nice, friendly atmosphere,” said Raun Williams, Freeman IT and Support.
“Sometimes we don’t, we don’t stop. We just drive and drive and it’s a pleasure, though, to meet everybody every day. The camaraderie is really, really enjoyable here at Freeman Hospital,” said Dennis Holland FRED Driver.
It generally takes each bus about 7 to 10 minutes to complete the circuit and each bus averages about 15,000 miles a year.
JOPLIN, Mo. — A retail icon in downtown Joplin is closing, at least for a while. Pearl Brothers True Value hardware store at 716 Main Street will be closing its doors.
Harold Berger has been working at the business six days a week since he graduated from college back in 1977. His father and grandfather bought the store back in 1949 and decided not to change the name of the business which first opened in 1905. He says it’s the right time for him to retire and he’ll miss the people that have supported his store over the years.
“My customers, talking to them, you know, learning some of the things about them, have them listen to some of my situations.” Harold Berger, Owner, Pearl Brothers True Value
Berger says several generations of some of the same families have been faithful customers over the decades.. He says he hopes to do some volunteering once the store closes on January 28th.
The good news, the store will eventually reopen under the same name in the same location, but under new ownership. The building and the business are in the process of being purchased by Blue Haven Investments, the same group redeveloping the Olivia Apartments and the old YMCA.
Sawyer Smith says it could take about two years for the business to reopen.
JOPLIN, Mo. — A growing need at Mercy Hospital Joplin has resulted in a much-needed new space. A second “C-Section Suite” is now open for mothers and their families.
One c-section operating room has been in use since the hospital opened in 2015, but the facility has seen an increase in births over the last several years.
Father Brian Straus from St. Peter’s was there to provide the blessing.
It took the project — no joke — 9 months to become reality. This allows every need associated with the birth of a child to stay on one floor.
“It alleviates a little bit of the anxiety that no doubt goes with an emergency delivery, and allows them to stay here on this floor, with the rest of their family, and their baby goes to the nursery or the NICU, also on this floor, until the mother’s back in her room and all be together,” said Dr. Elizabeth Barlet, Mercy Joplin L&D Medical Director.
A $1.3 million contribution from the Mercy Foundation as well as a $125,000 gift from a private donor — made the room possible.
KSNF/KODE — When it comes to superstitions (even the ones that sound ridiculous) wouldn’t you rather be safe than sorry? Even if that means carefully avoiding cracks on the sidewalk and never walking under ladders — some may say it’s not paranoia, it’s just precaution.
On top of those New Year rituals (and superstitions), there are plenty of popular traditions from around the world that might just bring you good luck and positive energy in the new year. From foods you should eat to garments you should wear, 2023 should be in pretty good shape if you sample some of these practices from traditions around the world. Thanks to Cosmopolitan, you can start visualizing all that happiness you’ll be receiving in the months to come.
Step Only With Your Right Foot
Many cultures think that if you step into the New Year leading with your *right* foot, you’ll start it out, well, on the right foot.
Burn A Scarecrow
Not sure if you have any of these lying around, but if you do, throw them in the bonfire (safely… please). In Ecuador, some “burn” any lingering bad vibes from the previous year.
Throw On Some Polka Dots
Got an outfit with a polka-dotted pattern? December 31st is the day to throw it on. In the Philippines, some believe that the dots, which look like coins, will bring wealth, abundance, and success in the new year.
Keep An Eye On The Weather
Allegedly, if the wind blows from the south in the wee early hours of New Year’s Day, the next year will bring prosperity. But if it’s coming from the north, get ready for a year of bad weather. Meanwhile, wind coming from the east brings famine and calamities. If the wind is from the west, the year will “witness plentiful supplies of milk and fish, but also see the death of a very important person.”
Wake Up Early On New Year’s Day
It’s literally the last thing you want to do on January 1st, but a Polish tradition suggests that waking up early on New Year’s Day means you’ll easily wake up early for the rest of the year.
Kiss Someone At Midnight
I’m guessing you’re already familiar with this superstition since everyone makes such a big deal about it every year. But, apparently, the midnight smooch is more than just an excuse to lock lips. Superstition says that if you kiss someone who gives you goosebumps when the clock hits 12, your love will last all year long.
Carry An Empty Suitcase
If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to use your passport more often, listen up. In Colombia, some walk around with an empty suitcase on New Year’s Eve, as it’s believed to ensure you’ll travel throughout the next 12 months.
Eat Black-Eyed Peas And Collard Greens
Southerners will probably be familiar with this New Year’s Day menu. Eating black-eyed peas and collard greens on the first day of the new year is supposed to bring good luck and prosperity.
Don’t Clean Your House
Looking for an excuse not to tidy up? According to Chinese lore, tidying on New Year’s Day is thought to clean away the good luck you’ve stored up for the new year.
Eat 12 Grapes At Midnight
If you’re in Spain for New Year’s this year, don’t be surprised when everyone tosses back a dozen grapes at 12 a.m. The midnight snack is supposed to bring good luck for every month of the new year.
Toss Some Dishes At Your Neighbor’s House
This Danish tradition encourages you to break dishes on the doorsteps of all your friends and family for good luck. The more doorsteps you have to hit up, the luckier you’ll be. But if you live in America, I’d give your loved ones a heads-up before you bring this custom across the pond — they might not appreciate it otherwise.
Throw Furniture Out A Window
In Italy, people toss their belongings — including furniture — out the window (literally) as soon as the clock strikes midnight on January 1st, as it’s thought to help make room for only positive vibes in the new year.
Snack On Some Soba At Midnight
In Japan, it’s traditional to eat buckwheat soba noodles at midnight because the long, skinny noodles signify prosperity and longevity.
Make Sure You Don’t Loan Your Friends Any Cash
People think that loaning money out on New Year’s Eve serves as a preview of what the rest of your year will look like. So, if you don’t want to be shelling out money to your friends all year long, wait until January 2nd to lend them a few bucks.
Get Loud
Firecrackers and noisemakers became part of New Year’s Eve celebrations around the world because folklore says the loud sounds will ward off evil spirits.
Stock Your Cupboards
Tradition says that empty cabinets on New Year’s Day could indicate you’ll struggle in the next 12 months, particularly financially, so hit up the grocery store before everything closes for the holiday.
Pop The Door Open At Midnight
In the Philippines, some open all the doors and windows in their homes at midnight to clear out the bad vibes and allow good luck to come on in.
Steer Clear Of Lobster And Chicken
As delicious as they are, eating lobster and chicken on January 1st might mess with your luck in the new year. The thinking goes that because chickens have wings, your luck could fly away, and since lobsters walk backward, consuming ’em might hold you back. It sounds a bit kooky but can’t hurt to stick to a vegetarian menu just in case.
Eat King Cake When The Clock Strikes 12
King cake is that delicious doughnut-like dessert famous in New Orleans, and eating it signifies you’re satisfied with the end of the Christmas season and ready for a new year. If you’re lucky enough to get served the slice with a gold coin (or in some cases, a tiny plastic baby) tucked away in the batter, you’ll have an especially wealthy and prosperous new year.
Whip Out Your Red Underwear
If you’re hoping 2023 will be a spicy year for you, make sure to put on red underwear before heading out for any celebrations. In Latin America, wearing red underwear on New Year’s is believed to bring passionate relationships for the next 12 months.
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JOPLIN, Mo. — A crash on I-44 just west of Exit 6 at Main Street, has traffic in the westbound lanes down to a stand-still. Avoid the area if possible. The Missouri Department of Transportation reports delays should be expected for the next hour and a half. The crash happened around 11:15 this morning.
You can see the crash and traffic backed up on MODOT’s traffic cameras. Traffic cameras can be accessed in the bottom left of MoDOT’s map key and by then clicking on a camera icon on the map.
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNW) — Governor Laura Kelly has signed an executive order that bans the use of the video-sharing app TikTok from state-owned devices.
The order also prohibits access to the state network. It applies to all state-owned devices for Kansas executive branch agencies, boards, commissions, and their employees.
The order is in response to warnings from both the FBI and FCC that user data from TikTok is potentially being shared with the Chinese government. Kansas joins Alabama, Georgia, Iowa, Maryland, Montana, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Nebraska and the federal government in implementing the ban.
“Today, I am taking common-sense steps to protect Kansans’ privacy and security,” said Gov. Kelly in a news release. “TikTok mines users’ data and potentially makes it available to the Chinese Communist Party — a threat recognized by a growing group of bipartisan leaders across the United States.”
The order does not apply to the Board of Regents, Regents Institutions, the Office of the Attorney General, the Office of Secretary of State, the Office of the Insurance Commissioner, the Office of the State Treasurer, the Department of Education, the Judicial Branch, nor the Legislative Branch of Government.
However, Gov. Kelly is encouraging other state agencies and departments to also impose a ban. You can view the executive order here.
BATON ROUGE, La. (WGMB) – Starbucks is making changes to its popular rewards program in the new year, requiring more stars for items like free coffee, lattes, and sandwiches, as first reported by Business Insider. A few drinks will also require fewer stars.
Customers enrolled in the coffee giant’s loyalty program earn “stars” (esentially points) when making purchases, and/or taking part in marketing promotions. Stars can then be redeemed for free coffee, food, and other benefits.
“Today we let our Starbucks Rewards members in the U.S. and Canada know about some changes coming to the Starbucks Rewards program,” representative Erin Shane Riley told Nexstar Wednesday. “Starting on February 13, 2023, we’re updating how many Stars will be needed to redeem for select Starbucks Rewards in the U.S. and Canada.”
What that means for consumers is that baked goods, coffee and tea will require 100 stars when they used to cost 50. Cold brews, lattes, and hot breakfast items will go from 150 to 200 stars. Sandwiches and salads will jump to 300 stars (previously 200). but some things will be less expensive.
Here’s an outline of the program changes provided by Starbucks:
Some of the tier levels for Star award redemptions are changing.
50 Stars is now 100 Stars.
150 Stars is now 200 Stars.
250 Stars is now 300 Stars.
Additionally, some items are shifting between tiers, making them easier to earn.
Iced coffee (not including Cold Brew beverages) and iced tea (not including iced tea lemonades) is now 100 Stars, down from 150 Stars.
Packaged coffee is now 300 Stars, down from 400 Stars.
Select merchandise items (the Cold Siren Logo Plastic To-Go Cup, 24 oz. and Siren Logo Plastic Hot Cup, 16 oz.) are now 100 Stars, down from 200 Stars.
There is no change to other key Starbucks Rewards benefits.
The 25 Star tier level and 400 Star tier level are not changing.
There is no change to how members earn Stars.
Members are still able to earn Bonus Stars through Double Star Days, games, personalized offers and more at participating stores.
Members are still eligible for other Starbucks Rewards benefits including the free Birthday Reward, the Reusable Cup Benefit and free refill(s) of hot or iced brewed coffee and tea in-store.
Further details on the rewards program changes in the U.S. and Canada are now posted on the Starbucks website.
