Author: Annelyn Russ

NASA To Launch Its First Streaming Service

The service will be available via the NASA App on most major platforms as well as the web, at no cost.

NASA announced a new adventure they can share with the world. The agency will be launching its first on-demand streaming service and has teased that users can expect space, rockets, science, missions, and more through its NASA+ service. Viewers will have access to the space agency’s ‘Emmy Award Winning live coverage and views into NASA’s missions through collections of original…

Amazon Extends Grocery Delivery Services To Non-Prime Members

Previously, the retailer only offered its fresh grocery delivery service for Prime members, who pay $139 a year for faster shipping and additional perks.

Amazon is now offering grocery delivery for customers who are not Prime members. Previously, the retailer only offered its fresh grocery delivery service for Prime members, who pay $139 a year for faster shipping and additional perks. Now, Non-Prime members who are interested in trying out the service will pay $13.95 for deliveries under $50, which is $4 more than…

Amazon Adds New ‘Recalls And Safety Alerts’ Notice Page

Amazon shared it monitors public recall alert websites and receives recall information from manufacturers and sellers to keep their users up to date in regards to things they have purchased. 

Amazon has added a new system that aims to keep consumers aware of recalls and safety alerts. There is now a dedicated page in your Amazon account to view items that you’ve purchased that have been recalled. The new system is part of ongoing efforts to assist people in shopping more confidently through their online platform. For years, Amazon has…

IRS To Become More Efficient In Efforts To Digitize All Paper-Filed Tax Returns

The 'Paperless Processing Initiative' aims to cut out millions of paper documents the IRS receives annually and allow for a more simple process to carry out tax refunds more swiftly.

The IRS is working to make upcoming tax seasons easier and more efficient. The agency is launching a major effort to digitize all paper-filed tax returns by 2025. The move is expected to cut processing times in half and speed up refunds by four weeks. In addition, tax payers will be able to submit more correspondence online during the coming…

Americans Must Have ETIAS Approval To Visit Europe Starting In 2024

If you are approved, the authorization will last for three years. However, if your passport expires within those three years, you will have to apply again.

Starting next year, traveling to the European Union will require an extra step. Americans will need one additional document if they seek to enter European countries. To visit, you will have to apply for approval under the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS). You must apply online, and the authorization that will be linked to your passport, will allow…

Carolina Forest Chick-Fil-A Location Temporarily Closing For Remodeling

Chick-Fil-A said they will miss their team and guests, but they're looking forward to many upcoming changes and customers can check their social media for updates.

The Chick-Fil-A located in the Carolina Forest area will temporarily close soon. The restaurant announced they will be closing on August 10th for remodeling. It is unclear at this time when the eatery will reopen or how long the remodeling will take. Chick-Fil-A said they will miss their team and guests, but they’re looking forward to many upcoming changes and…

McMaster Signs Bill Aimed At Controlling Drug Related Issues In S.C.

The new legislation aims to take more control of drug related issues in S.C. by making consequences more severe.

Governor McMaster signed a bill regarding drug charges in the Palmetto State. The ‘Fentanyl Trafficking’ bill adds fentanyl-related substances to the list of schedule one controlled substances and creates the felony offense of trafficking. It also creates increased penalties. The bill makes it a felony to possess two grains of fentanyl or related substances knowingly. A first offense is punishable…

Suspect Responsible For The Death Of A S.C. Bride Was Denied Bond

The suspect asked for bail after spending three months behind bars without trial but on Tuesday, a South Carolina judge denied her request and she must remain in custody until her trial.

We now have an update in the case of the intoxicated driver who took the life of a South Carolina bride on her wedding night. On April 28th in Folly Beach, 25-year-old Jamie Komoroski was driving under the influence and traveling at high speeds when she crashed into a golf cart carrying 34-year-old Samantha Mmiller, her new husband Aric Hutchinson…

Man Sentenced To 60 Years In Prison After Entering A Guilty Plea

The suspect was charged with two counts of murder, one count of attempted murder, and three counts of possession of a weapon during a violent crime.

On Tuesday, a man was sentenced to 60 years in prison after pleading guilty. 26-year-old Ty Walters III, fatally shot 45-year-old Charles Wall and 21-year old Laura Anderson. A third person was injured, Paul McConnell was hit once with a bullet, and then struck in the head and face with a gun leaving him with serious bodily injuries and leading…

Krispy Kreme Offers Free Doughnut If Customer Shows Mega Millions Ticket

The jackpot now stands at $1.25 billion after no ticket matched all six numbers from Tuesday nights drawing.

You may not have won the Mega Millions jackpot from Tuesday night’s drawing, but you can still celebrate. On Wednesday, Krispy Kreme is offering a free original glazed doughnut to anyone who brings their Mega Millions ticket dated August 1st, whether it won any money for you or not. The offer is limited to one freebie per customer. The jackpot…