News from the South - Arkansas News Feed
Data reveals seniors holding onto driver's licenses longer in America
SUMMARY: Americans are holding onto their driver’s licenses longer, with 91% of those over 65 and 67% of those over 85 still driving. However, giving up driving can feel like a significant loss of independence. The story of 85-year-old Vonel Greay highlights the challenge of this transition; after a driving scare, she decided three years ago to stop driving and now relies on family for transportation. Kurt Gray, her son and traffic safety consultant, emphasizes proactive conversations about driving safety. As the U.S. population ages, addressing mobility concerns for seniors becomes critical, with a focus on technology and transportation alternatives.
Americans are holding onto their drivers licenses longer than ever before with 91% of Americans over the age of 65 still drive.
News from the South - Arkansas News Feed
President Biden issues pardon for Hunter Biden on gun and tax charges
SUMMARY: President Biden has pardoned his son, Hunter, on federal gun and tax evasion convictions, despite previously stating he would not do so. In a weekend statement, Biden emphasized his commitment to non-interference with the Justice Department and accused political opponents of instigating the charges against Hunter, who is now sober. Hunter faced sentencing for felony gun and tax evasion charges stemming from a 2018 incident during his struggle with addiction. Biden expressed pride in his son’s recovery and intelligence, while Republican Congressman James Comer criticized the pardon as indicative of alleged corruption within the Biden family.
President Biden pardoned his son on Sunday evening despite his earlier promises saying he wouldn’t “interfere with the Justice Department.”
News from the South - Arkansas News Feed
Small Business Saturday highlights local Arkansas stores
SUMMARY: Small Business Saturday, celebrated on November 30th, encourages support for local businesses. Founded in 2010, the event saw local shops like Eggshell Kitchen in Little Rock thrive, offering discounts and special events like salsa tastings. Beth Porter of Eggshell Kitchen highlighted the importance of supporting Arkansas-made products, while Mandy Harrison of Domestic Domestic emphasized how small businesses contribute to a community’s character. Consumers spent over $4 billion on Small Business Saturday, with many businesses like Eggshell Kitchen offering promotions. The event not only boosts sales but also strengthens local economies, and many areas across Central Arkansas participated.
Since it was founded in 2010, Americans have spent an average of over $14 billion at local businesses every Small Business Saturday.
News from the South - Arkansas News Feed
Justin Trudeau meets with Donald Trump at Mar-A-Lago
SUMMARY: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago to discuss Trump’s threat of imposing 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico. Trudeau warned that such tariffs could harm both Canadians and American citizens by raising prices. Canada is considering retaliatory measures. Meanwhile, President Biden expressed concern over the impact of these tariffs on U.S.-Canada-Mexico relations. Trump also dined with Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, who has expressed support for Trump’s national renewal agenda. Trump previously threatened actions against tech companies like TikTok, Google, and others for alleged censorship.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is meeting with President-elect Donald Trump to talk threats of imposing tariffs on Mexico and Canada.
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