Author: Laura Pence

Lindsey Graham Calling for Investigation of Jamie Harrison’s Fundraising Efforts

Senator Lindsey Graham is calling for an investigation of Jamie Harrison’s fundraising efforts. Harrison raised $57 million in small individual contributions in the third quarter of the year while graham raised $28 million. Graham singled out ‘ActBlue’ a nonprofit technology company that provides fundraising software to help democratic candidates collect small donations. The company doesn’t report individual donors who contribute…

Georgetown Council Extends Mask Mandate

During a meeting yesterday afternoon, the Georgetown city council voted to extend it’s face covering ordinance for another 60 days. The ordinance first took effect on July 3rd, requiring face coverings in any and all food service or retail establishments. Coverings aren’t required under certain conditions including outdoor or enclosed areas, people whose religious beliefs prevent them and those who…

Remdesivir is First Covid-19 Treatment to Receive FDA Approval

The first covid-19 treatment has been approved by the FDA. Remdesivir is cleared for treating those 12 years of age and older requiring hospitalization for the coronavirus infection. Earlier this month a world health organization sponsored study said the drug did not help patients survive or recover faster but did help shorten recovery time by a third for some patients….

Judge Drops Third-Degree Murder Charge Against Former Officer Derek Chauvin

A judge made a ruling against a former officer involved in the George Floyd case. The judge has dropped a third-degree murder charge against Derek Chauvin in the killing of George Floyd, but denied the defendant’s motion to dismiss two other charges against him. Chauvin still faces the higher charge of second-degree unintentional murder and a second-degree manslaughter charge.  Motions…

Bernie Sanders Pushing for Cabinet Position

  Bernie Sanders is vying for a cabinet position should Joe Biden win the presidency. You may recall sanders dropped out of the democratic primary in April and endorsed Biden shortly afterwards. He was Biden’s most serious challenger at the time. It’s reported Sanders has interest in the labor secretary position. Sources with Sanders confirmed his interest in a role…

Reese’s Coming to a Neighborhood Near You

Reese’s is adding suspense to Halloween social distant style with a roving, robotic, candy dispensing door. The door roams around the neighborhood with glaring light and sound effects. when it arrives at your door, you say the magic words, “trick or treat.” A king size Reese’s peanut butter cup shoots through the retractable slot. If you’re into it, go to…

Why We Are Skinnier On Fridays

Did you know our weight can fluctuate 5 to 6 pounds a day? Research suggests we’re the lightest on Friday mornings. It has to do with our lifestyle, when and what we eat.  It appears most of us eat out and drink more on weekends. which makes us weigh more by Sunday night. What’s the deal with weekend food? That’s…