Rival tech companies, Apple and Google, are reportedly working together in order to develop contact tracing software. Contact tracing is “the process of identifying persons who may have come into contact with infected persons” and in the past has shown to help slow the spread of infectious diseases. Now, Apple and Google are attempting to develop software that will help…
Texas police are investigating an incident involving a man who pushed a park ranger into a lake. It occurred late last week at Commons Ford Ranch metro park. The entire moment was caught on camera as Park Ranger Cassidy Stillwell instructed a group of people “unlawfully drinking and smoking” to maintain social distancing. Mid-speech he was pushed into the lake…
J. Crew is the most recent major retailer to declare bankruptcy as a result of the pandemic. Prior to the outbreak, J. Crew was reportedly struggling with debt. Because of this, analysts believe they may not survive the pandemic. It’s also predicted retail giants such as JC Penny, Neiman Marcus and Sears may face similar fates as numbers prove they…
Tensions between the U.S. and China are gradually increasing over the pandemic. The coronavirus’ origins have long been debated since it began. One of the biggest conspiracy theories is that the virus somehow accidentally broke out of a Chinese laboratory. The president appears to back these claims, stating intelligence officials have gathered evidence to support it. However, experts such as…
We joined Stephen Goldfinch of Goldfinch Winslow at his office today to discuss labor laws during the pandemic. For more information, you can reach Stephen at (843) 357-9301 or visit his website at www.GoldfinchWinslow.com.
People with cancer have a significantly higher risk of severe illness and death from COVID-19, this according to a new study. Mandy Gaither has more in today’s health minute.
Governor Henry McMaster declared yesterday a statewide day of prayer. The governor said in a tweet “It’s time that we pause, we thank God for where we are, for our lives in South Carolina.” The proclamation honors those who have lost loved ones and thanked front line workers for working tirelessly during these times. Finally, McMaster offered some words of…
South Carolina’s ‘work or home’ order will officially be lifted today. It will allow for restaurants to reopen their outdoor dining on a voluntary basis. Those who choose to do so will still face restrictions that include frequent sanitization of tables and chairs and a limited amount of customers. A few days earlier, hotels, short-term rentals, state parks and public…
A woman in Sumter has been charged with aggravated breach of peace and food tampering. 38-year-old Shenir Holliday was caught on security camera licking and coughing on her hands before going around an IGA store and touching freezer doors and food items from multiple sections of the store. She was arrested in the parking lot of the store shortly after….
A deadly shooting in Lumberton has sparked a homicide investigation. The incident took place at the Lumberton Quick Check Convenience Store around 12 AM this morning. Upon arrival, police discovered two victims injured with gunshot wounds. They were immediately transported to a nearby hospital. Unfortunately, 49-year-old Johnny Grice did not survive his injuries. The other victim, an unnamed 20-year-old man…
