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Wine 101: Tasting room tips

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:08:45 GMT

By Peg Melnik, The Press Democrat (TNS)Wine tasting rooms entered the mainstream back in 2004 when Miles (played by Paul Giamatti) had a meltdown and drank from a spit bucket in the hit film “Sideways.”From then on, everyone knew exactly what not to do.The best wineries will walk you through a tasting without making you feel awkward. But here are 10 tips to help you feel comfortable and get the most out of a tasting room experience.1. Research which wineries you want to visit based on location and your favorite varietals. Choose two or three for the day and pick wineries that are relatively near and that produce varietals that appeal to you.2. Keep in mind if you love Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, you’ll want to gravitate to wineries in the Russian River Valley, the Carneros and the Sonoma Coast. If it’s Cabernet Sauvignon you fancy, you’ll want to target the Alexander Valley. Meanwhile, the Dry Creek Valley has made a name for itself with Zinfandel and Sa...

Axe-wielding man who smashed through sliding glass door arrested in Rohnert Park

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:08:45 GMT

(KRON) -- A man who police say smashed through a rear sliding glass door to gain entry to a home in Rohnert Park while armed with an axe Sunday night has been arrested, according to police. The homeowner called 911 around 7:25 p.m. Sunday.The caller informed dispatch than an unknown subject had broken into his house on the 400 block of Bruce Avenue. The suspect had an axe, smashed through the glass door and gained entry to the home, police said. Masseuse arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting client The resident was able to get out through the front door and call 911. RPDPS officers quickly arrived on the scene and set up a perimeter around the home. The resident informed officers that he didn't know the intruder.With a perimeter in place, officers made announcements asking the subject to come out. After getting no indication from the man that he would comply, officers made their way to the front door where they were able to observe him sitting on a couch. T-Mobile closes f...

Cherry Hill: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:08:45 GMT

FARMINGDALE, N.J. (AP) — FARMINGDALE, N.J. (AP) — Cherry Hill Mortgage Investment Corp. (CHMI) on Monday reported a loss of $18.9 million in its first quarter.The Farmingdale, New Jersey-based company said it had a loss of 87 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs, were 21 cents per share.The residential real estate finance company posted revenue of $11.8 million in the period. Its adjusted revenue was $160,000._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on CHMI at https://www.zacks.com/ap/CHMISource

Jokic fined $25K by NBA for making contact with Suns owner

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:08:45 GMT

DENVER (AP) — Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic was fined $25,000 by the league Monday for making improper contact in the stands with Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia.No suspension, though. The two-time NBA MVP is all set for Game 5 on Tuesday night in Denver, with the second-round series tied at 2-2.It was nearly the outcome Ishbia was hoping for in a series where the home team has won every game.On his Twitter account Monday, Ishbia praised his team’s performance and urged no further disciplinary action for Jokic.“Great win for the Suns last night in an amazing series so far!” Ishbia posted. “That should be and is the only story. Suspending or fining anyone over last nights incident would not be right. I have alot of respect for Jokic and don’t want to see anything like that. Excited for game 5! Go Suns!”Jokic was assessed a technical foul in the second quarter of Game 4 on Sunday night when the big man tried to snatch the ball back from Ishbia, who was sitting courtside, and ...

3D Systems: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:08:45 GMT

ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) — ROCK HILL, S.C. (AP) — 3D Systems Corp. (DDD) on Monday reported a loss of $29.4 million in its first quarter.The Rock Hill, South Carolina-based company said it had a loss of 23 cents per share. Losses, adjusted for stock option expense and amortization costs, came to 9 cents per share.The results fell short of Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of three analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for a loss of 8 cents per share.The maker of 3D printers posted revenue of $121.2 million in the period, which also did not meet Street forecasts. Three analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $130.4 million.3D Systems expects full-year revenue in the range of $545 million to $575 million._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on DDD at https://www.zacks.com/ap/DDDSource

Southampton heading for relegation after losing at Forest

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:08:45 GMT

NOTTINGHAM, England (AP) — Southampton was on the brink of relegation after 11 years in the English Premier League following a 4-3 loss at Nottingham Forest, which climbed out of the bottom three on Monday.Taiwo Awoniyi’s brace, Morgan Gibbs-White’s penalty and Danilo’s brilliant team goal earned Forest its latest home win at the expense of the last-placed Saints, whose demotion could be confirmed at the weekend.Forest took full advantage of defeats for Leeds and Leicester in this round of games to move up to 16th place in the 20-team league, three points above the drop zone with three games to play.Southampton’s situation is far bleaker, despite goals from Carlos Alcaraz, Lyanco and James Ward-Prowse. Even if it beats Fulham on Saturday, results elsewhere could also send the team down to the Championship.It was a thrilling end-to-end encounter at the City Ground that completed a bumper Bank Holiday goals bonanza. The 21 goals scored on Monday were a Premier League record for a thre...

JELD-WEN: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:08:45 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (JELD) on Monday reported first-quarter net income of $15.1 million.On a per-share basis, the Charlotte, North Carolina-based company said it had profit of 18 cents. Earnings, adjusted for one-time gains and costs, were 35 cents per share.The results exceeded Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of six analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 8 cents per share.The company posted revenue of $1.22 billion in the period, also exceeding Street forecasts. Six analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $1.1 billion.JELD-WEN expects full-year revenue in the range of $4 billion to $4.4 billion._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on JELD at https://www.zacks.com/ap/JELDSource

BRT: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:08:45 GMT

GREAT NECK, N.Y. (AP) — GREAT NECK, N.Y. (AP) — BRT Realty Trust (BRT) on Monday reported a key measure of profitability in its first quarter.The Great Neck, New York-based real estate investment trust said it had funds from operations of $6.9 million, or 36 cents per share, in the period.Funds from operations is a closely watched measure in the REIT industry. It takes net income and adds back items such as depreciation and amortization.The company said it had a loss of $4.1 million, or 21 cents per share.The real estate investment trust posted revenue of $22.9 million in the period.The company’s shares have dropped 11% since the beginning of the year. In the final minutes of trading on Monday, shares hit $17.55, a drop of 15% in the last 12 months._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on BRT at https://www.zacks.com/ap/BRTSource

Tabula Rasa Healthcare: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:08:45 GMT

MOORESTOWN, N.J. (AP) — MOORESTOWN, N.J. (AP) — Tabula Rasa Healthcare Inc. (TRHC) on Monday reported a loss of $15.9 million in its first quarter.On a per-share basis, the Moorestown, New Jersey-based company said it had a loss of 63 cents. Losses, adjusted to account for discontinued operations and stock option expense, came to 2 cents per share.The results surpassed Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of three analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for a loss of 15 cents per share.The developer of health care software posted revenue of $88.3 million in the period, which also beat Street forecasts. Four analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $83.9 million.For the current quarter ending in June, Tabula Rasa Healthcare said it expects revenue in the range of $88 million to $90 million.The company expects full-year revenue in the range of $355 million to $365 million._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data...

MRC: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:08:45 GMT

HOUSTON (AP) — HOUSTON (AP) — MRC Global Inc. (MRC) on Monday reported net income of $34 million in its first quarter.The Houston-based company said it had profit of 33 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring gains, were 32 cents per share.The energy products distributor posted revenue of $885 million in the period._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on MRC at https://www.zacks.com/ap/MRCSource