Author: Savannah Herald

NEW YORK (WPIX/NEXSTAR) – Nearly 200 schools across the country received shipments of ready-to-eat meat products that have been recalled over possible listeria contamination, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. BrucePac, a producer of pre-cooked proteins, has recalled more than 11.7 million pounds of meat and poultry items that were produced from May 31, 2024, to October 8, 2024. An extensive list provided by the USDA outlines hundreds of affected food products, from frozen dinners to pre-made salads and sandwich wraps. Some of these items have brand names like Dole, Taylor Farms, Great Value and Michelina’s and were…

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Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Liberty County selling midgrade gas at the lowest price of $2.82 per gallon in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com. The average reported cost of midgrade gas in cities within Liberty County was $3.10 per gallon. Of the 51 reported gas stations in cities within Liberty County, eight offer midgrade gas. The average reported price of midgrade gas in Georgia was $3.07, compared…

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WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) -The presidential candidates are making stops across the country to win over votes in these final few weeks before Election Day. With 18 days left, the candidates are going all in on winning over those undecided voters in swing states who could decide the election. Vice President Kamala Harris spent the day stumping in Wisconsin Thursday. “This is going to be a tight race until the very end,” said Harris. Wisconsin is one of the “Blue Wall states,” along with Michigan and Pennsylvania that Harris is zeroing in on in these final days.  She told voters a lot…

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Another example of racial profiling has surfaced, leaving many of us once again asking: when will this stop? A Florida teen, who was simply out for a walk in his own neighborhood, was targeted by a group of non-Black men who followed him, harassed him, and questioned his right to be there.  Source: EyeEm Mobile GmbH / Getty What should have been a peaceful stroll to make a phone call turned into a 10-minute nightmare of relentless suspicion and intimidation. Sound familiar? #RestInPeaceTrayvonMartin and the list of all other names whom police harass.  Thankfully, the victim is still alive.  A…

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In an era where environmental concerns are at the forefront of global discourse, businesses are increasingly being called upon to promote sustainability.  As critical stakeholders within the socioeconomic fabric, businesses possess the resources, influence, and innovation potential to catalyze significant environmental changes.  By integrating sustainable practices into their operations, companies help protect the planet, potentially enhance their brand reputation, and achieve long-term financial success. Incorporating Renewable Energy and Efficiency The shift toward renewable energy sources is pivotal to sustainable business operations. Companies can significantly reduce their carbon footprints by investing in solar, wind, or hydroelectric power.  Related post: Amazing Benefits…

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News that the FBI received a cluster of 2023 tips about a student accused of killing four people in his Winder, Ga., high school Wednesday sparked a cascade of questions about whether the attack could have been avoided and how it could inform future school-violence prevention efforts.Law enforcement authorities said the subject of those tips, now a 14-year-old student, shot and killed two classmates and two teachers at Apalachee High School. Investigators were searching for a motive Thursday and probing how the suspect, who is now in police custody, attained a weapon used in the killings, which authorities described as…

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STATESBORO — Georgia Southern defeated James Madison University 28-14 Saturday evening to mark its third straight win to move to 5-2 on the season and 3-0 in Sun Belt conference-play. The Eagles started quarterback J.C. French today after he took a hard hit that sidelined him for the majority of the second half in last week’s emotional comeback win against Marshall. Georgia Southern came out strong on offense against JMU and jumped out to a 21-0 lead after in the first half. From there, the defense held strong, only allowing seven points leading the team to the 28-14 victory. French…

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We are saddened to report that Grammy-winning singer Cissy Houston, the mother of Whitney Houston and grandmother of Bobbi Kristina Brown, has died. She was 91. Her daughter-in-law, Pat Houston, confirmed the news that the noted singer died at her home in New Jersey on October 7th while under hospice care for Alzheimer’s disease, according to People. According to The New York Times, Ms. Houston was born Emily Drinkard in Newark on September 30th, 1933. She was the youngest of eight children born to Delia Mae and Nicholas Drinkard. Her father encouraged her to sing. By age five, she sang…

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