Author: Annelyn Russ

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…

Lunchables Tests New Fruit Filled Version Of Its Packed Meals

For now, the new fruit filled Lunchables are limited to grocery and convenience stores such as Walmart and 7-Eleven locations to test how they will sell.

Lunchables, is testing a new version of its snack packs that can now be found in the produce aisle. For the first time, Lunchables now include fresh cut fruits, such as clementines, apples, pineapples and grapes, placed next to the usual crackers, cheese and meat options. The fresh fruit version not only will be stored on a new aisle, but…

GM Recalls Around 900 Of Its Vehicles

The company announced that the driver's front air bag inflator can explode in a crash due to a manufacturing defect.

General Motors has issued a recall on nearly 900 of its vehicles. The recall covers certain Chevrolet Camaro, Sonic, and Volt vehicles as well as the Buick Verano, all from the 2013 model year. The company announced that the driver’s front air bag inflator can explode in a crash due to a manufacturing defect. The inflator creators used volatile ammonium…

The Toyota Land Cruise Model Is Making A Return In The U.S.

The SUV will have modern hybrid power featuring a 2.4-liter four-cylinder gas engine working with an electric motor to produce a total of up to 326 horsepower.

After three years of being discontinued in the U.S., a Toyota model is making a return to the market. The Toyota Land Cruiser is coming back with an all-new, retro-style design. The new model is a tad bit smaller than the previous version last sold in the U.S. with the 2021 model year. The SUV will have modern hybrid power…