Ever wondered how the South Carolina State Fair gives back to the community? Well, it's not just about the thrilling rides and delicious food! The Pro Kitchen Cookie Kitchen, nestled in the Rosewoods salon at the fairgrounds, is back this year with a sweet mission. They're selling warm chocolate chi
Jessica Chastain, a well-known Hollywood actress with a net worth of millions, is facing criticism for her response to a refund from JetBlue. The issue arose after a trip where Chastain and her husband experienced problems with the in-flight entertainment system. Instead of a full refund, the airlin
Actress Jessica Chastain, known for her role in "Zero Dark Thirty," recently faced backlash after she complained on social media about receiving a $15 credit from JetBlue for a malfunctioning in-flight entertainment system during a six-hour flight. The flight cost her $1,500, and she felt the credit
FEMA has been burning through its disaster funds at a lightning pace. In just over a week, they spent about $9 billion of their recently allocated $20 billion. Why the rush? The agency is dealing with back-to-back hurricanes Helene and Milton, plus a whole list of other disasters like wildfires, flo
Get ready for a scary good time! Commack's beloved Halloween house, the Peppermint Chop Shop, is making a comeback on October 26 and 31. This isn't just any Halloween event; it's a chance to scare, laugh, and raise money for a great cause. The McMahon-Alesi family is behind the magic, and they're pu
When two devastating hurricanes, Milton and Helene, struck the southeastern U.S., celebrities stepped up to lend a hand. Some stars with roots in the affected regions, like western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee, were particularly quick to help. Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Bra
You know something's wrong when nearly 6 out of 10 teachers in Illinois are thinking about leaving the profession. That's what a recent survey by the Illinois Education Association (IEA) found. They talked to 500 teachers and other education staff in June, and the results are worrying. It's not just
Weather patterns are unpredictable these days. Hurricanes can suddenly escalate from a calm breeze to a Category 5 monster in just a few days, leaving little time to react. While we can't blame climate change for any specific storm, scientists warn that rising temperatures could lead to more frequen
Melinda French Gates is setting aside an impressive $250 million to support women's health worldwide. This money will be distributed through an open call to nonprofit organizations. This step marks a new chapter in her individual philanthropy, following her departure from the Bill & Melinda Gates Fo
In a significant milestone, Vice President Kamala Harris's presidential campaign operation surpassed the $1 billion fundraising mark in September. This amount includes funds raised by both the campaign committee and a joint fundraising committee that supports the Democratic National Committee and st
