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A friendship was formed with an unexpected person when Mr. Charles, a school bus driver for Berkeley County School District, met Kameron, a Cane Bay Elementary student who has just finished kindergarten. Kameron is the second pickup and drop-off of Mr. Charles during weekday mornings and afternoons out of the 70 students who regularly ride…

For most high school girls, prom is a very important night. Having the chance to unwind after 4 years of school with all your best friends is an amazing feeling.   Prom is also a great opportunity to get all dressed up and to show up looking your best. There are a lot of different…

This Coca-Cola ad from 1979 has been listed as one of the best (if not the best) Super Bowl ad of all time. Although it debuted in October, it wasn’t until it played during the game that it became so popular. Now, almost 40 year later, Tommy Okon, the now-grown man who played the 9-year-old…

In 1961 the Neil Sedaka song, “Happy Birthday, Sweet Sixteen” was a Top 10 smash hit. The catchy melody was written by Sedaka, with lyrics by Howard Greenfield (who also wrote “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do” and “Love Will Keep Us Together”). It’s a classic that reminds most people of a much simpler time.…

For nearly one hundred years, diners have been able to enjoy a hearty meal at one of the franchise locations of Howard Johnson’s. However, the tradition has finally come to an end after the restaurant chain, which was the first franchise restaurant group in the United  States, officially closed its last location in Lake George,…

Easy come, easy go, they say. Or at least, that’s what they should be saying to megastar Whoopi Goldberg today after the judge ruled in Kyle Rittenhouse’s lawsuit against her. Goldberg and her The View cohorts stand accused of making false statements to media and character assassination against the youth during his showcase trial. The…

When you see dancers show off their moves at dancing competitions and on popular TV shows today, you know that these dancers have understandably spent many long hours practicing their routine before having the confidence to show off their moves. However, one of the most celebrated and iconic dance scenes captured on film was surprisingly…

Retired United States Army First Class Sergeant Luciano Yulfo was being honored recently at a New York Knicks game in Madison Square Garden when something happened that he was never expecting. When Yulfo was brought down to the court, he had no idea the team’s Hoops For Troops had a big surprise for him! During…

In the ever-evolving landscape of sports and activism, one NFL team made a noticeable statement in their recent game. The Denver Broncos, typically known for their prowess on the football field, made headlines for a different reason. In a game that was about more than just touchdowns and tackles, the Broncos chose to stand for…

As an adult, I don’t think that we sometimes have as much courage as little kids do. Just out of their naivety and innocence, many children have it in them to stand up to their fears or tackle something head out, as opposed to us adults who put logic and thought behind everything, before going…