Author: Laura Pence

New CDC Guidelines Emphasize Schools Reopening This Fall

As the coronavirus pandemic continues, there’s new guidance from the CDC on childcare and education. The new guidelines are heavily in favor of opening schools in the fall since children are less likely than adults to spread it and suffer from being out of school. But, it’s been recommended that local officials should consider closing schools, or keeping them closed,…

President Trump Cancels Jacksonville Part of GOP Convention

President Trump announced that he will no longer hold an in-person GOP convention in Jacksonville. The president’s decision was based on the rising number of covid-19 cases in Florida. But, he said despite the cancellation, virtual ceremonies will be held and he will deliver an acceptance speech in a different format. He added it was quote “not the right time”…

U.S. Unemployment Claims on the Rise Again

The U.S. government has reported another 1.4 million Americans filed for first-time unemployment benefits last week. It’s the first time initial jobless claims have gone up in nearly four months. It comes as some states roll back reopening plans and newly reopened businesses close down again amid surging coronavirus cases. On a positive note, continued claims, which count people who…

Buffalo Wild Wings Fills Stadium Void for Fans

Buffalo Wild Wings is helping take you out to the ball-game! The eatery has hired actual beer vendors from major league stadiums to walk around its restaurants, and make it feel like you’re watching the game live. They’re starting today at one location in Washington D.C., with plans to do it in other cities around the country later on. They…

Mean People More Likely to Be Addicted to Social Media

A new study found that if you enjoy making people feel angry or embarrassed, you’re more likely to be addicted to social media. Researchers tracked the activity of 472 college students on Facebook and Snap-chat and the ones who were the most addicted were more likely to be aggressive, and do things like cyberbullying. Their conclusion was that social media…