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Asheville radio personality reunites with wife while on air
SUMMARY: Mark Starling heard his wife’s voice for the first time after two days of silence following Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact on Western North Carolina. While he was at work, his wife and son were stranded in their flooded hometown of Black Mountain, where they waited in a car for 7.5 hours. After 48 hours without contact, Starling was on live radio when his wife’s call finally got through. Overwhelmed with emotion, he confirmed her identity upon seeing her name on the screen, leading to an emotional reunion as they both realized the gravity of their situation.
Mark Starling was at work at WWNC radio station when he got contact from his wife, who he had not heard from in three days since the storm.
Stories like Starling’s have been the reality for many in the wake of Hurricane Helene, with damaged cell towers preventing families and friends from getting in touch with one another.
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Lee: Company creating 828 new jobs in Shelby County | Tennessee
SUMMARY: AAON, a company specializing in heating and air products, will create 828 jobs in Shelby County over five years as part of a $238 million investment. The Tulsa-based firm plans to establish a 787,000-square-foot facility in the former American Snuff Facility in South Memphis, producing thermal management equipment for data centers. CEO Gary Fields highlighted the expansion as a pivotal moment for the company to meet the growing data center market’s demands. Memphis officials praised the move, emphasizing its role in bolstering the local economy and showcasing the city’s potential for growth and innovation.
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Gunmen open fire on car in line at Memphis drive-thru
SUMMARY: A recent late-night visit to a Cookout on Winchester Road turned traumatic when a customer and his friends were shot at while in the drive-thru. Hunter Norenberg described the terrifying moment when a silver car opened fire, prompting him and his friends to flee without their food. This incident is not isolated, as the Cookout has a history of violence, including a previous shooting that resulted in an employee’s death. Another shooting spree in Memphis targeted various fast-food establishments. Despite the dangers, some argue that late-night dining options remain essential for night workers. Police seek information on the suspect’s vehicle.
A late-night run for food ended with customers and employees grateful to be alive after someone opened fire once again at a Cook Out in southeast Memphis. READ MORE: https://www.fox13memphis.com/news/man-recalls-terrifying-moments-when-gunman-opened-fire-in-cook-out-drive-thru/article_d56f9f5c-a1ea-11ef-a827-a321d3257506.html
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E. coli cases climb to 104 in McDonald’s outbreak
SUMMARY: At least 104 people have been affected by an E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders, with 34 hospitalized and one fatality reported in Colorado. The CDC has noted cases in 14 states, with additional concerns about kidney disease in four individuals. Health experts warn that symptoms can include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, fever, and vomiting. Despite the outbreak, McDonald’s has resumed selling Quarter Pounders after previously removing them from menus. The FDA indicates there are no ongoing food safety concerns regarding this issue. For more updates, visit wkrn.com.
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