As of Monday, Starbucks has made a few changes. The coffee chain is bringing back several policies that were taken away during the COVID-19 pandemic. Condiment bars are back where customers will be able to “add the finishing touches to their beverage with the return of creamers and milk, along with a variety of sweeteners.” Also, baristas will return to…
Google announced plans to change two names on it’s Google Maps. The “Gulf of Mexico” will soon be referred to as the “Gulf of America.” The change will be visible in the U.S., but the name will remain the same in Mexico. Outside of the two countries, users will see both names on Google Maps. The Alaskan peak “Denali,” the…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have been told to stop working with a certain organization. The CDC sent a memo to senior leaders at the agency telling them that all staff who work with the World Health Organization must immediately stop their collaboration and “await further guidance.” That includes those who engage with “WHO” through technical working groups,…
Justice Department officials have dismissed several prosecutors who worked on President Trump’s criminal cases. At least a dozen prosecutors who worked both on Trump’s election interference case and classified documents case, have been fired effective immediately. Acting Attorney General James McHenry terminated the DOJ officials who played significant roles in prosecuting Trump. “In light of their actions, the acting attorney…
The White House has put a freeze on federal grants and loans. Federal agencies have been ordered to temporarily pause “all activities related to obligation or disbursement of all federal financial assistance.” The pause will be put in place to give the administration time to review agency programs. They will work to determine the best uses of the funding for…
President Trump signed an executive order regarding those who serve in the U.S. military. The order directs Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to revise the Pentagon’s policy on transgender troops. It is expected to put in motion a future ban on their military service. In the order, Trump claims service by troops who identify as a gender other than their biological…
North Myrtle Beach is inviting the community to a dance party. The city’s parks and rec department is hosting a family formal next month. The event features dinner followed by a night of dancing with a live DJ, photo opportunities, and more. Tickets cost $8 per person for children and adults. The dance will be held at the J. Bryan…
Florence police are asking for help in identifying a “person of interest” in a burglary investigation. The incident occurred around 1pm on January 20 along East Smallwood Road in the Effingham area. If anyone has information regarding the burglary or the person pictured above, you’re urged to contact Florence County authorities.
A drive by incident in Darlington County left one woman injured. The shooting unfolded Sunday night on Anderson Farm Road. The injured woman’s current condition is unknown. Darlington police are asking for assistance in locating two suspected vehicles possibly involved. The first is a grey Dodge Charger with a yellow stripe or bottom half. The second is possibly a Black…
The death of a teenage girl is now being investigated after a shooting happened in Scotland County. Around 8:30pm on Friday, police arrived at a residence located at 330 Roosevelt Street. Upon arrival, 17-year-old Jasmine Smith was found unresponsive in the front yard of the home. EMS reported to the scene and pronounced the girl deceased. Further details remain limited…
