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Recall Alert: Carrots Linked to E. Coli Outbreak Health officials from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and various states are investigating a recent outbreak of E. coli linked to certain brands of whole and baby carrots. In response to this public health concern, Grimmway Farms announced a recall of multiple sizes and brands of their organic carrots on November 16. While these products may no longer be on store shelves, they could still be sitting in your kitchen. Recalled Products: Baby Organic Carrots: Best if used by dates: September 11 to November 12 Brands include: 365, Bunny Luv, Cal-Organic,…

A man from Seneca, South Carolina, faces charges of involuntary manslaughter following a woman’s overdose death last September, according to the Oconee County Sheriff’s Office. On September 13, law enforcement was called to Landon Drive where two individuals had reportedly overdosed. An adult male received life-saving measures, while a woman sadly died at the location. Investigators reported that 48-year-old Stephen Maxwell Bruce sold fentanyl to the victim, which led to her fatal overdose. Bruce was apprehended on Wednesday on Friendship Road for driving with a suspended license. During the stop, deputies confiscated 2.4 grams of methamphetamine from his vehicle. He…

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, S.C. – On Friday morning, the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office placed two schools on lockdown after responding to an incident on Chase High Road. Deputies reported that the situation was resolved without any injuries. A suspect was apprehended and is undergoing a medical evaluation. Chase Middle School and Chase High School had been secured for the safety of students and staff during the investigation, but they have since returned to normal operations. Authorities confirmed that there is currently no threat to the public.

A man from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is in federal custody after being charged with making threats against a journalist in New York. The 35-year-old Austin Suman was arrested following allegations that he threatened to kill the reporter and her family, as well as to blow up her house. Local authorities, including the FBI, were heavily present in the Cresswind neighborhood during his arrest. Suman is currently at the J. Reuben Long Detention Center. The federal charges against Suman include threatening interstate communications, making threats involving explosives, and interstate stalking. Authorities noted that these threats stemmed from a personal issue…

Spartanburg, S.C. – A stabbing incident on Thursday night has left one person injured, according to the Spartanburg Police Department. Police responded to a call at Canaan Pointe Apartments shortly before 5 p.m. Upon arrival, they found a victim suffering from multiple cuts to his torso. The injured man was promptly taken to the hospital for treatment. Witnesses reported that a fight between the victim and another man had taken place. It is believed that the knife used in the attack was discarded near a nearby playground, but police officers and K-9 units were unable to find it in that…

Arson Investigation Underway in Spartanburg County SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Local authorities responded to a reported arson incident on Saturday at a residence on Old Birch Road. When deputies arrived, they found the fire department working to put out a house fire while the homeowner, Jackie Gregory, looked on. Gregory informed the deputies that she suspected her nephew, Timothy Bridges, was responsible for the fire. This suspicion arose after a heated argument in which Bridges allegedly expressed a wish for Gregory’s death. A witness recounted that on Friday night, Bridges had threatened to burn down the house. The following morning, he…

Ben Carson recently addressed the rumors about him potentially joining President Donald Trump’s second administration as the U.S. Surgeon General. In a social media post, Carson clarified that while he is looking forward to speaking with Trump soon, he will not take on the role of Surgeon General. Carson, who was the secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) from 2017 to 2021 during Trump’s first term, expressed his excitement about discussing ways to support the “America First” agenda with the President. He emphasized that the rumors about his appointment to the Surgeon General position are untrue. In his post,…

Clemson Holds Off Pittsburgh for Nail-Biting 24-20 Victory PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cade Klubnick made a bold move, dashing 50 yards for a key touchdown with just over a minute left in the game, helping No. 17 Clemson secure a narrow 24-20 win over Pittsburgh on Saturday. The Tigers (8-2, 7-1 ACC) struggled offensively for most of the game, especially on the ground. However, Klubnick’s impressive run caught the Panthers off guard, reigniting Clemson’s hopes for a spot in the ACC championship game. The junior quarterback ended the game with 288 passing yards and two touchdown passes, along with 41 rushing…

An election judge in Minnesota has been charged for allegedly allowing unregistered voters to cast their ballots in the upcoming 2024 election. Timothy Michael Scouton, who was the head election judge for Badoura Township in Hubbard County, faces two felony charges: one for accepting a vote from an unregistered voter and another for neglecting his duty as an election official. Authorities became aware of the situation after an election auditor reported that 11 individuals were able to vote without completing the required registration forms needed to verify their identity. Despite Scouton having completed his training as an election judge just…

Amazon has recently introduced a new online store called Amazon Haul, where customers can find electronics, clothing, and various other items, all priced under $20. This launch aims to give competition to discount retailers that have been gaining ground in the e-commerce market. In a blog post published on Wednesday, Amazon shared that the Haul storefront will primarily showcase products costing less than $10 and will offer free shipping on orders over $25. The items will be shipped from a warehouse in China, with an expected delivery time of one to two weeks for U.S. customers. The products available on…