Good morning, this is Local Pulse for Friday, November 22, 2024.

We start with a look back at history, as today marks the 61st anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in Dallas, Texas[1].

Moving to local news, a preliminary hearing for a former Hancock County deputy, Patrick Hoder, has been continued without a new date set. Hoder faces charges related to child pornography and could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted[3].

In other legal news, several individuals from the Upper Peninsula have been sentenced to prison for domestic violence-related offenses. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Michigan has been working to hold abusers accountable and protect victims[4].

On a lighter note, the community is gearing up for Thanksgiving with a big celebration planned for Thanksgiving Eve. Local country acts Whiskey Highway, Martin & Kelly, and Skeeter Creek will perform live music at the event[2].

In local entertainment, Billy Gilman from NBC's 'The Voice' will be performing at the Wood Theater in Glens Falls, NY. Additionally, a monthly dance featuring classic and modern country music is also on the schedule[2].

For those who enjoy the outdoors, a recent photo showcasing the beauty of the Mid-Ohio Valley has been featured in the Marietta Times. If you have a photo to share, you can submit it for possible inclusion[5].

This has been Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.