Multiple witnesses capture video footage of strange flying lights over San Andreas area - Calaveras Enterprise

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Updated: September 4, 2022 @ 4:46 am

Multiple witnesses have reported seeing a strange flying object in the sky on the evening of Aug. 29 in the San Andreas area. 
Gus McGavern, who is doing a van trip around California, says he stopped in Calaveras County to visit a family friend, Elizabeth. While out on a hiking trip with friends, they noticed a strange green light hovering around the sky.
“We saw these lights come out of nowhere, it was really strange. And they just stopped. And we didn't really have time to think,” he told the Enterprise.
A flying object can be seen in Gus McGavern’s first video taken on Aug. 29.
McGavern and his friends at first thought it could have been a plane, helicopter, or drone, but concluded that it was moving too fast to be any of those things. The object was also moved silently, they said.  
“I pulled out my phone to record it, and then all of a sudden it just veered off and disappeared. I called my family friend that was back in San Andreas to see if she could see it as well,” McGavern said. 
Elizabeth took a second video of the object hovering near her home. 
A witness only identified as Elizabeth reportedly took this video after Gus had called her.
Lt. Greg Stark of the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office said that they received one call from a woman reporting something strange in her backyard, but she was referred to the Federal Aviation Administration.
At this time, it is not known how many witnesses saw the strange object or what it might have been. This sighting comes months after the Pentagon held a conference regarding an uptick in unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP) sightings and encounters. 

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Get buff on a budget with this Sportneer workout equipment deal - Popular Science

Get jacked without jacking up your credit card bill thanks to these deals.
By Amanda Reed | Published Aug 24, 2022 10:45 AM
Getting together all the gear you need to leave the comfort of your own home can sometimes be as tiring as a workout, and waiting around for a bike to open up at the gym makes it even more annoying. Instead, take advantage of Sportneer’s Labor Day sale and turn your street bike into a cycling machine with the Sportneer Fluid Bike Trainer Stand, on sale for $139.29, down from $199.
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The Fluid Bike Trainer Stand holds your bike in place for safety and allows you to mimic a real bike ride—the harder you pedal, the more resistance you’ll face. A noise-reduction wheel makes workouts quiet, lowering friction to extend the life of your bike tires for maximum riding time. Assembly and disassembly only take a few minutes. The compact frame folds to 25.2 x 24 x 7.9 inches for easy storage, which means no more workout equipment standing out like a sore thumb in the living room.
If you’d like to add some resistance to yoga or pilates, Sportneer has its line of 3.5-pound ankle weights on sale for $22.49 with the code CDV910. Each weight comes with five removable sand packets weighing 0.6 pounds each, allowing you to customize the weight depending on the workout.
No workout is complete without some recovery. The Sportneer Elite D9 Percussive Massage Gun (one of our favorites) can help give your muscles some love after a ride, run, flow, or flex thanks to its six changeable heads and six vibration modes—it’s on sale for $95.99 with the code CDV920.
Ready to stretch your budget while you stretch your limits? If you’d like to finally hop on the Peleton hype, the company is now selling its famous cycling bike on Amazon, alongside many accessories and apparel.
If you’re looking to level up your workout experience, prep for cardio with Tailwind Nutrition’s Endurance Fuel powder, and get some protein in your body after with its Recovery Mix. Take a stretch on this Gaiam yoga mat and roll out your muscles with a foam roller that’s 80 percent off right now (though if you need deeeeep tissue recovery, the ROLL R8+ is an intensively engineered, activating experience). Finally, get started on your weights collection with this set of Neoprene dumbells, and keep an exercise ball handy to change up your push-ups and crunches.
You’ll be adding more plates to your adjustable dumbbells in no time.

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Destroy these Bad Bugs on Sight – County of Union - UCNJ.org

Spotted lanternfly nymphs look like small beetles, but they will soon grow into destructive pests.
Union County, NJ – July 26, 2022 — Union County residents can help fight back against the spotted lanternfly by destroying the destructive pest while it is still in the early stages of growth. The spotted lanternfly is an invasive species that can weaken trees, damage ornamental plants and destroy fruit trees, hops, grape vines and other crops. They also excrete a whitish “honeydew” that can grow moldy and foul outdoor spaces including patios and yard furniture.
Each fall the adult spotted lanternfly lays eggs on outdoor surfaces including tree trunks, lawn furniture and vehicles. In early summer, the eggs hatch into nymphs that look like small black or bright red beetles speckled with white spots.
Residents who spot the nymphs can use a variety of approved pesticides to kill them. Crushing or swatting them is another option, though they are quick to hop away.
“Union County residents and property managers can take action against this destructive pest now, by inspecting yards, gardens and landscaping for the nymphs, and destroying them before they mature,” said Commissioner Chair Rebecca Williams.
The nymphs can be seen on many different kinds of plants and trees. They are especially likely to be found clustering on the stems of the common ailanthus tree, or “tree of heaven.”
The nymphs mature into large, moth-like adults that can be easily identified by their papery white wings and brightly colored red, black and white underwings and body.
Adults are already beginning to emerge. Union County residents who see a spotted lanternfly should kill it immediately, by stomping it under foot. If it hops away, follow it and try again when it settles.
The spotted lanternfly belongs to a group of insects called “planthoppers.” They do not bite or sting, and they do not seem toxic to humans or pets.  Native to parts of Southeast Asia, they were first seen in Pennsylvania in six years ago. They are believed to have arrived in shipments of stone. They were first found in New Jersey in 2018 has also been found in other nearby states.
For more information, including photos of the spotted lanternfly and its eggs at various stages, visit the New Jersey Division of Agriculture at nj.gov/agriculture.
Additional information is available from Rutgers University at njaes.rutgers.edu/spotted-lanternfly.
Sightings of the insect can also be reported to Rutgers University through the online reporting tool.
Union County is one of three counties in New Jersey participating in a U.S. Department of Agriculture research project to assess various methods of mitigating the spotted lanternfly invasion. For more information from the USDA visit aphis.usda.gov/hungrypests/slf.
For quick links to all Union County environmental programs and activities visit The Green Connection, ucnj.org/green-connection.
For information and updates on all Union County services during the COVID-19 outbreak, including free vaccination, free testing, emergency food distribution and other support services, visit ucnj.org/covid19. General information about COVID-19 is available through the New Jersey Department of Health at nj.gov/health.
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20+ Family-Friendly Heart-Healthy Dinner Recipes - EatingWell

Too much saturated fat and sodium can be hard on the heart—that's why these tasty dinners cut down on ingredients like salt, butter and fatty cuts of meat. But there's still tons of flavor in these recipes, whether it's the spicy kick in a bowl of chili or the bright lemon flavor in a bowl of pasta. Whether it's a sheet-pan meal, a spread of customizable tacos or a pasta dish with lots of veggies, you're sure to find something for your family in this mix of dinners. Plus, each recipe is lower in saturated fat and sodium so you can follow a heart-healthy eating pattern with ease. Recipes like our Easy Fish Tacos with Kiwi Salsa and Baked Beans with Ground Beef are delicious ways to bring everyone together at the end of the day.
For a steak that's deliciously tender, flavorful and not too fatty, we reach for strip (also known as New York strip or shell steak). It has less than half the saturated fat of a rib-eye but is more tender than leaner sirloin. Here, we cook green beans in the same pan used to sear the spiced steak. All those delicious drippings add richness to the beans—plus there's one less pan to wash!
These healthy fish tacos can be made with cod or any other firm white fish. A lively kiwi salsa and red cabbage brighten up the colors and flavors of the crispy tacos and complete this easy dinner recipe. The key to perfectly golden, crunchy fish is patience--let your oil get nice and hot before you add in the battered pieces. Dip an instant-read thermometer into the oil to make sure it's up to temp before you get cooking.
A store-bought pie crust, frozen veggies and precooked chicken simplify the prep for this easy potpie. This healthy dinner recipe is comfort food at its best.
This rich, yet healthy, white chicken chili comes together in a flash thanks to quick-cooking chicken thighs and canned white beans. Mashing some of the beans acts as a fast thickener when your soups don't have a long time to simmer. Cream cheese adds the final bit of richness and a hint of sweet tang.
Thinly sliced cauliflower florets mimic the signature shape of fajita meat in this dish. We cook it in a cast-iron skillet for that tableside sizzle you'd get at a restaurant.
This healthy salmon dish is as balanced as it is delicious. You add broccoli right into the pot along with the pasta during its last minute of cooking to save time here. One less thing to wash too!
Upgrade baked beans from classic side dish to a meaty main meal by adding lean ground beef. The final result, a superfast hearty casserole, is an easy and fast dinner option. Ground turkey or even sausage would work nicely in this dish. Just watch the sodium.
Sweet-salty hoisin sauce and nutty sesame team up in this easy meal that's cooked on one baking sheet. Serve this sesame chicken with brown rice and sliced cucumbers, drizzled with sesame oil and rice vinegar.
This one-pan dinner gets a hit of flavorful heat from harissa, the popular North African chile-and-garlic paste. We use harissa paste from a tube for this recipe. It's got a concentrated chile flavor that makes an excellent spice rub for chicken and adds a subtle punch of heat to a refreshing herbed yogurt sauce.
Roasted portobello mushrooms stand in for pizza crust in these comforting individual "pizzas." An easy arugula side salad makes a vibrant accompaniment.
In this chicken and asparagus recipe, we use one baking sheet to whip up dinner quickly, veggies included. Pounding the chicken thin helps it cook quickly alongside the carrots and potatoes, with asparagus rounding out the meal. This is one quick dinner recipe you'll be returning to again and again.
Cucumbers do double duty in this healthy Greek chicken pita recipe--they're grated to lend a refreshing flavor to the quick cucumber-yogurt sauce and sliced to provide cool crunch tucked into the pita. Serve these Mediterranean sandwiches for a healthy dinner or light lunch.
This healthy copycat recipe of the comfort food classic trades beans for some of the meat to bump up fiber by 7 grams. We also cut back on the sugar and ketchup in this Sloppy Joe recipe makeover to save you 12 grams of added sugar.
Skip takeout and whip up these equally delicious, and easy-to-make burrito bowls at home. They're great for a fast and easy dinner or as meal-prep lunches to pack for work throughout the week.
This easy to make, comforting dish will keep you warm on a cold day.
Instead of deep-frying, the fish fillets in this quick-and-easy 5-ingredient recipe are coated with a flavorful seasoning blend and baked. Several varieties of flaky white fish can be used for these tacos. When you go to the market to purchase fish, the best strategy is to be flexible and choose the variety that looks freshest that day.
Tender potatoes and flavorful chicken are topped with a delicious gravy in this meal-in-a bowl.
These easy Mexican enchiladas are filled with flavorful, shredded slow-cooked shredded chicken. Placed on a bed of fresh lettuce, this delicious recipe is sure to be the hit of any dinner occasion.
These flank-steak soft tacos are so tasty and easy, they should be in everyone's repertoire. Plus they're made with fresh corn tortillas (not fried) and topped with a quick homemade salsa made with avocado, tomato, onion and a bright squeeze of lime.
Instead of opening a jar of sauce, try this easy spaghetti with meat sauce on a weeknight. Serve with steamed broccoli and garlic bread. The recipe makes enough for 8 servings. If you're serving only four for dinner, cook 8 ounces of spaghetti and freeze the leftover sauce.
This rib-sticking bean chili is richly flavored with cumin, chili, paprika, oregano and an assortment of peppers. Use whatever beans you have in your pantry.
Sun-dried tomatoes and Romano cheese pack a flavorful punch along with the tantalizing aroma of fresh marjoram in this rustic Italian-inspired dish. Serve with sautéed fresh spinach or steamed broccolini.


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Sept. 13 is Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day - Calaveras Enterprise

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Kids can assemble and roast these teriyaki BBQ chicken kabobs (with your supervision, of course).

Kids can assemble and roast these teriyaki BBQ chicken kabobs (with your supervision, of course).
For older kids, this would be a great activity to teach meal planning and budgeting. Give them a budget, have them choose a recipe and shop for their meal. This is a skill they will need when they leave home. For little ones, it may be just mixing the ingredients together or assembling a pizza. I have found Crockpot meals work well for those too short to use a stove.
My kids are older and have spent many hours in the kitchen, so supervision is more like hanging out with them while they cook. Try to pick recipes that are good for your child's ability. The trick is finding something they want to eat and will feel the pride of accomplishment when done. Whether you are teaching basic skills or more advanced ones, have fun and enjoy a homemade meal that your kids will be proud of and have fun memories of later.
My daughter loves to do prep work in the kitchen, the more chopping the better, and she wants to learn to use the barbecue. So she combined them and made chicken kabobs. These are really fun for her to do, and everyone enjoys the meal!
1 jar of Soy Vay Island Teriyaki sauce (or your favorite)
4 chicken breast chopped into 1/2 inch pieces (big enough to stick the skewer through, but the bigger they are the longer they will need to cook)
3 bell peppers
1 small onion
1 can of pineapple chunks
1 pound of whole mushrooms
Bag of skewers
Marinade the chicken overnight. Chop bell peppers, and onion into approximately 1-inch pieces, slice mushrooms in half, and drain pineapple.
Skewer chicken and vegetables on sticks. I prefer to do them together with a piece of chicken, followed by onion, then bell pepper, pineapple, then mushroom, and repeat. If you want to eat them off the stick, I recommend this method. Sometimes my daughter likes to do all the same on one skewer. It is easier for her to tell when the chicken is done. Since it is her cooking she can do it her way. She then pulls everything off the skewers, and people can get what they want. This works for picky eaters as well.
Cook on the barbecue for 5-7 minutes each side, turning at least twice. If chicken pieces are larger, do four turns. Or until chicken is done.
Cooking with kids is a rite of passage that teaches them valuable skills, traditions, and responsibilities. Sometimes it even teaches them gratitude. I hope you enjoy the kids taking over your kitchen this week.

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New technology can help combat climate crisis - Science Daily

Scientists have created a novel technology that can help to tackle climate change.
Northumbria University's Dr Shafeer Kalathil is among a team of academics behind the project, which uses a chemical process that converts sunlight, water and carbon dioxide into acetate and oxygen to produce high-value fuels and chemicals powered by renewable energy.
As part of the process, bacteria are grown on a synthetic semiconductor device known as a photocatalyst sheet, which means that the conversion can take place without the assistance of organic additives, creation of toxins or use of electricity.
The aim of the project is to curtail the rise in atmospheric CO₂ levels, secure much-needed green energy supplies and alleviate the global dependence on fossil fuels. A paper detailing the findings of the team's research has been published in scientific journal Nature Catalysis.
Dr Kalathil, Vice Chancellor's Senior Fellow, is working on the project with Erwin Reisner, Professor of Energy and Sustainability at the University of Cambridge, DrQian Wang, associate professor at Nagoya University in Japan, and partners from Newcastle University.
Dr Kalathil said: "Several incidents have demonstrated the fragility of the global energy supply, such as recent soaring gas prices in UK, the outbreak of conflicts and civil wars in the Middle East and the ecological and humanitarian threat of a nuclear meltdown in Fukushima, Japan. The search for alternative energy sources is therefore of major global importance.
"Our research directly addresses the global energy crisis and climate change facing today's society. We need to develop new technologies to address these grand challenges without further polluting the planet we live on.
"There has been an increase in electricity generation from renewable sources such as wind and solar, but these are intermittent in nature. To fill the gap when the wind doesn't blow or the sun doesn't shine, we need technologies that can create storable fuels and sustainable chemicals. Our research addresses this challenge head on.
"As well as securing additional much-needed energy supplies, our sustainable technology can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and play a key role in the global drive to achieve net zero."
The project was supported by funding from the European Research Council, UK Research and Innovation, and Research England's Expanding Excellence in England Fund, which supports higher education research units and departments to expand and increase their activity. The Research England grant was secured via the Hub for Biotechnology in the Built Environment (HBBE), a joint initiative between Northumbria and Newcastle University, which has received a total of £8 million from Research England to conduct project work. Launched in August 2019, the HBBE develops biotechnologies to create environmentally friendly buildings that can metabolise waste, reduce pollution, generate sustainable energy and improve human health and wellbeing.
Dr Kalathil, who is heavily involved with the HBBE, said: "The aims of the HBBE fit with what we're trying to achieve with our research -- to address key environmental concerns facing our society today and in the future. This emerging field of research represents an interdisciplinary approach that combines the strengths of microbes, synthetic materials and analytical techniques for chemical transformation, and provides an excellent platform to produce high-value, environmentally friendly fuels and chemicals at scale. We're already in discussions with international chemical manufacturers and cosmetics producers, and the ultimate aim is to develop our technology on a commercial scale."
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