1. A Quiet Arrival Solomon Dryden entered the high school gym “not seeking applause — only a moment.” Wearing his Marine blues, he carried memories of his late wife and the pride of watching his son graduate. The room buzzed with anticipation as he sat among other families. 2. Misunderstanding and Recognition When security approached him…
1. A Return to Tradition Ten major retailers are shifting back to the classic holiday greeting “Merry Christmas” after years of using “Happy Holidays.” This move signals a desire to reconnect with tradition during the busiest shopping season. 2. The Companies Making the Change Stores making the switch include Hobby Lobby, Belk, Nordstrom, Home Depot, Walmart, Macy’s, JCPenney,…
1. Actress Found Deceased Jennifer Robyn Bernard, known for playing Terry Brock on General Hospital, died this week. TMZ reported she was found in San Jacinto, California, where police used her fingerprints to identify her. The cause of death has not yet been released, and an autopsy is planned. 2. Her Work on General Hospital…
A Normal Day Turns Dangerous A teenage girl was hospitalized after attempting a viral social media challenge. What seemed harmless quickly turned tragic when she suffered shortness of breath and chest pain. Paramedics rushed her to the hospital, where doctors confirmed the stunt’s physical strain caused her symptoms. Thankfully, she survived. A Growing Problem “Every…
Waking during the night is often a normal part of sleep, but when it happens frequently, it can feel discouraging and draining. Understanding the roles of your environment, your emotional state, and your daily habits can make those wake-ups feel less mysterious and more manageable. By noticing patterns—such as what you eat, how late you…
On a quiet Thanksgiving evening in Waggaman, the kind of night meant for family and gratitude, 35-year-old Deputy Shaquille Guerin ended up bleeding in the street outside a home on Marigold Lane. Colleagues who had worked beside him for eight years in the St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff’s Office fought to save his life,…
1. A Morning That Changed Everything Some turning points arrive quietly. On Thanksgiving, the narrator expected a normal holiday but instead saw fear on Grace’s face. He remembered his vow on Laura’s final day— “I had vowed to raise Grace as my own”—and how deeply their bond had grown. 2. The Pressure Behind Her Fear…
Johnny had been taught that 911 was for real emergencies, the kind that make grown-ups’ faces go pale. So when his subtraction worksheet felt impossible, his little heart raced the same way. To him, the numbers on the page were as frightening as flashing lights and sirens. The dispatcher could have shut him down with…
SPAM has been a popular pantry staple for decades, and many people still wonder what’s really inside the famous blue-and-yellow can. Created in 1937 by Hormel Foods, the name’s meaning is still debated. Some say it stands for “Shoulder of Pork And Ham,” while others believe it means “Specially Processed American Meat.” The true origin…