Two dead after multiple shootings in the Upstate this weekend
It was a deadly weekend in the Upstate after two people were killed in shootings police say were connected. One of those shootings involved police.
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Make-A-Wish helps fulfill four-year-old boy’s dream of becoming a firefighter
Thanks to Make-A-Wish, a four-year-old boy lived his dream to be a fireman this weekend, but the organization wanted to take it a step further. He wasn’t just a firefighter. He became Fire Chief in one Texas town.
Rising price of wood is also making the cost of toilet paper go up
A year ago, many consumers were having a hard time finding toilet paper. Now, there could be a price spike due to the rising price of wood.
Study finds nearly 80% of Americans live within five miles of a vaccine
Most of the United States now has easy access to the coronavirus vaccine. According to a study by VaccineFinder, nearly 80% of people live within five miles of all three vaccines.
FDA could grant emergency use authorization for Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for kids ages 12-15 this week
This week, the Food and Drug Administration is expected to grant emergency use authorization of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for kids between 12-15 years old.
Survey says consumers plan to spend an average of $220 on Mother’s Day this year
People aren’t skimping on Mom this Mother’s Day. The National Retail Federation says Mother’s Day spending is expected to reach $28 billion. That’s up more than $1 billion from 2020.
Officials clash in the debate over pandemic unemployment benefits
The U.S. economy is on the road to recovery. Even as it springs back, some industries are waiting on their own comeback. That puts the debate over pandemic unemployment benefits front and center.
Chick-fil-A in Alabama takes on jewelry store neighbor in “sign war”
There’s a billboard battle going on in Alabama. It all started last week when a jeweler declared war on the local Chick-Fil-A. The two businesses have been engaged in friendly fire ever since, even prompting another business to join in on the fun.
Family of Andrew Brown to be shown more body cam footage of his death
The family of Andrew Brown Jr. will see more of the officer involved shooting that ended his life. Friday, a North Carolina judge issued a written order allowing Brown’s immediate family and one lawyer to view five videos of the shooting.
Krispy Kreme offering the class of 2021 a free “Graduate Dozen” on May 13
If a diploma in your hand isn’t enough to celebrate your graduation, Krispy Kreme is giving away a free “Graduate Dozen” donuts to seniors. To get the free dozen, you need to show up to Krispy Kreme on May 13 with your cap and gown or any clothing that proves you are a grad!
