Media Quiz #2

 

1. Compassion Foundation domestic violence shelter faces closure. The Compassions Foundations domestic violence shelter in Magnolia is facing closure due to a loss of federal funding. The shelter was denied support from the Victims of Crime Act grant for 2025 taking away over $242,000 in federal funding that the shelter has come to rely on. The shelter relied on the funds to pay for the shelters rent, utilities, staff salaries, and victim services. Other shelters in the surrounding area such as El Dorado, Camden, and Saline County were also denied funding. Compassions foundation executive Director Lacey Ogle stated, "Our hears are breaking, we will always do everything we can to connect survivors to safety but without compassions, that safety may be hours away." and that "The distance alone will keep some survivors trapped in dangerous situations. That is what devastates me most." The Magnolia Reporter

2. Coach Sam Pittman fired from Razorbacks after loss to Notre Dame. Arkansas announced Sunday morning that Head coach Sam Pittman has been fired following the 56-13 loss to Notre Dame. However, it was not only the sufferable game between Arkansas and Notre Dame that cost Pittman his job but also the weekend before when the Razorbacks let a 18-point lead against Memphis slip through their fingers. Arkansas also stated that Offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino will serve as interim coach for the rest of the season. CBS Sports

3. Gun deal goes wrong; Jacksonville man charged with capital murder. On September 26th Jay Longhibler, a 20-year-old from Jacksonville, was arrested for capital murder after a gun and narcotics deal went wrong. Longhibler states that he shot the victim, Kelveontay Poole, out of self defense after Poole and another man held him at gunpoint and robbed him of his firearms. KATV

4. Gunman drives vehicle into a Morman Church in Michigan killing at least two people and injuring several others. A typical Sunday morning service turned into a horrific scene when a gunman first set part of the church on fire and then drove his vehicle into the church before opening fire of the congregation. Thought the suspect has not been named yet he was shot dead by police. As the investigation continues the FBI will be taking lead to determine the true motive on the attack. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer states "Violence anywhere, especially in a place of worship, is unacceptable," she went on to say that she will be closely monitoring the situation. BBC

5. At least 19 people dead in Russia after suspected alcohol poisoning. The regional government's press service stated that "19 deaths after alcohol consumption were recorded in the Slantsy District in September." Eight of those cases had been confirmed as methanol poisoning through lab testing. Mass deaths from drinking cheap homemade alcohol. Just earlier this week two people were sentenced to prison for making and selling alcohol that killed 50 people in 2023. Russia has tried to crack down on the selling of homemade alcohol especially in areas where the standards of living is very low and the price of vodka is very high. This is not just a issue for Russia, countries such as India, Turkey, and Laos have also had cases of mass deaths from drinking tainted alcohol. CBS News

6. Egyptian Wrestler tries for another Guinness World Record for pulling a ship with his teeth. Egyptian wrestler Ashraf Mahrous, also known as Kabonga, is known throughout Egypt for his remarkable strength. However, he pushed that strength to a new level by pulling a 700-ton ship across the water with a rope. Using only his teeth. But not only did he pull just one 700- ton ship he also pulled two ships together each weighing 1,150 tons together. Mahrous stated in an interview that "I pulled them both, thanks to God, to prove to my friends and the whole world that God blessed me by being the strongest man in the world".  Associated Press

7. The Jonas Brothers head back to camp in upcoming 'Camp Rock 3' movie. The Jonas brothers will be returning to their roles as members of the connect 3 band for the third installment of the Disney Channel movie 'Camp Rock' series. Demi Lovato is also set to join the brothers as well as other original cast members. This third movie comes almost seventeen years after the first movie premiered on Disney channel. This third movie will pick up with Connet 3 returning to Camp Rock to find the next big thing after losing their opening act for their upcoming tour. Disney stated in a press release "As campers vie for the chance to open for their favorite band, tensions rise and friendships are tested, leading to unexpected alliances, revelations and romances,". Today Show

8. Adios Pantalones and Tricia Aldridge Shatters records once again. The little yellow stallion has taken the Barrel racing industry by storm, shattering records that nobody that was even possible of shattering. The young stallion, only five years old, has surpassed the $700,000 earnings mark in his young career. After only his first year on the PRCA rodeo circuit, the stallion has been named the highest earning stallion in barrel racing history. With the Rodeo season coming to a close the team is sitting in the fourteenth spot with only a one spot buffer to go to the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas in December. Will the team of PRCA rookies make it to the NFR their first year? Sports Illustrated

9. Squirrels gone wild in San Francisco Bay area. Residents in a San Francisco Bay area city have reported of a very aggressive squirrel that has attacked multiple residents. So far the squirrel has sent two people to the emergency room. Both women that had to seek medical attention were walking in the Lucas Valley neighborhood when all of a sudden, a seemingly harmless squirrel started attacking their legs and arms. Since the attacks residents have started to post flyers warning others about the "very mean squirrel" that "comes out of nowhere". The Associated press

10. Is jamming phone signals in Arkansas Prisons really a good idea? Senator Tom Cotton and Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr recently announced their idea to set up a way to jam contraband cellphones in prisons. Their argument was that by doing so it will eliminate the threat of the murders, extortion, and kidnappings being ordered from inside the prison. While this does sound like a great idea after further examining Cottons and Carr plan some people are a little skeptical. Some worry that by jamming the contraband phones that other necessary signals will be jammed as well. In addition, jamming of any sort has been forbidden by federal law and it would have to have congressional approval. So, was this a plot by Carr, who is known for helping to kick Jimmy Kimmel Live! of the air, to manufacture panic throughout Arkansas? Maybe. The Arkansas Times

11. The Monopoly man is coming back to McDonalds after ten years. McDonalds announced on September 29th that the Monopoly game will be returning to the states after ten years. Soon the peel and play stickers will be back on cups and food cartons. This time costumers can use the app to redeem prizes. Some prizes that have been announced are a Winnebago motorhome, vacations, a Lowe's shopping spree, and even a million dollars in cash. And of course, for those of us who are not so lucky at hitting it big in these big giveaways there is always the chance to win free food. The Today show

12. Jimmy Dean, State Fair and others recall over 58 million Pounds of corndogs. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's food safety and inspection Service announced on September 27th that a recall on Corn dogs and other Sausage-on-a-stick products for wood being found in the batter. The FSIS was notified when Hillshire Brand company received multiple complaints from consumers of wood in the batter. These affected corn dogs were sold to retail and food service locations nationwide. As well as school district and Department of Defense facilities nationwide. After an investigation, it was determined that the wooden sticks had entered the production process prior to battering. The Today Show

13. Protests have begun in Argentina after a livestream showed the murder of two women and a teenage girl.  Thousands have begun protesting in Buenos Aires in response to the livestream that was streamed all across Argentina. The livestream showed the entire torture and murder of 15-year-old girl Lara Gutierrez and 20-year-olds Morena Verdi and Brenda del Castillo. Authorities have determined that the gruesome crime was committed by a drug-trafficking gang, that they believe was trying to send a warning. Authorities also believe that the gang leader thought that the women had broken gang rules. Currently the assumed mastermind of the crime is still at large however five suspects are now in custody. The protestors, including the victims' families, are demanding immediate government action and to a resolution to the gender-based violence in a country that has been plagued with femicide. Data from the Agence France- presse states that in Argentina a woman is killed every 36 hours by a man.   India Today

14. Country singer Keith Urban and wife, Nicole Kidman announce separation. After nineteen years of marriage Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman have announce their separation. Sources suggest that Kidman has fought to save the marriage. Kidman has stated multiple times that Urban is her greatest supporter and has stated in April of 2024 "I'm so lucky that I have Keith, who's just my love, my deep, deep love. That give me the ability to go and do whatever I have to do because I know where I can come back". People

15.Fast and Furious star faces animal cruelty charge. Tyrese Gibson, known for his role as Roman Pierce in the Fast and Furious movie franchise, is facing an animal cruelty charge after his four Cane Corso dogs killed his neighbors Charles Cavalier Spaniel. According to Fulton County Police Department there was other reports from neighbors of the dogs wreaking havoc that week. Another neighbor called the 911 a few minutes after the neighbor's dog was killed saying that Gibsons dogs were blocking her from getting in her car. On September 22, Gibson claimed that he would surrender his dogs to Animal services but when the officers arrived, he requested some more time to decide. Officers say that he refused to comply forcing the department to obtain a search warrant for Gibson's property and an arrest warrant. Later that evening officers went to search the property, however Gibson was not at the property and neither where the dogs.  CBS Atlanta