Comedian Jonathan Winters dies at 87

(CNN) -- Jonathan Winters, the wildly inventive actor and comedian who appeared in such films as "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World" and "The Loved One" and played Robin Williams' son on the TV show "Mork & Mindy," has died. He was 87.

Winters died Thursday evening of natural causes at his home in Montecito, California, according to business associate Joe Petro III.

Winters was known for his comic irreverence, switching characters the way other people flick on light switches. His routines were full of non sequiturs and surreal jokes. 

[Robin] Williams, in particular, often credited him as a great influence. Indeed, he was greatly admired by comedians in general and was awarded the Mark Twain Prize -- which goes to outstanding humorists -- in 1999.

"Genius" was a common touchstone as comedians reacted to Winters' death.

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Schodack's BOE looking for candidates

Schodack eNews - Districtwide News

Candidates Needed for Board of Education – 

Petition Deadline: Monday, April 22

 
The Board of Education would like to share the following message with our community. “We are less than two weeks from the April 22 deadline for candidates for the Board of Education to file their petitions with District Clerk Michele Reickert in the District Office. 

Three of the nine seats on the Board are up for election this year. It is likely that two of the three current Board members up for election will not be running for re-election. Thus, there are at least two openings on the Board for new candidates. 

While anyone who resides in the district over the age of 18 who has an interest in shaping our present and future is strongly encouraged to become a candidate, it would seem especially valuable experience for residents who currently have children in the district – especially younger children - to do so. 

This is an era of great change in public education. This district has historically been among the most innovative in the state in dealing with change. Our school needs the committed involvement of the entire community at this time. 

Please consider being a part of this great undertaking. A copy of the petition is attached. If you have any questions, please talk to Superintendent Horan or any Board Member. Thank you."