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West Virginia’s New ‘Lauren’s Law’ Ramps Up Penalties for Fentanyl Crimes Following Local Tragedy

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CHARLESTON, W.Va. — In a significant legislative move, West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has enacted “Lauren’s Law,” a new statute set to substantially toughen the penalties for drug offenses, particularly those involving the deadly synthetic opioid, fentanyl. The law, which was signed on Thursday, represents a robust response to the escalating fentanyl crisis that has devastated many communities across the state. Named in memory of Lauren Cole, a 26-year-old West Virginia University alumna from Morgantown, the legislation emerges in the wake of her tragic death caused by unwittingly consuming drugs laced with fentanyl. This new … Read more

Ex-Superintendent Sues Laurens County School Board, Citing Racial Discrimination and Hostile Work Environment

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Laurens County, S.C. — A lawsuit has been lodged by former school superintendent Dr. Ameca Thomas against several members of the Laurens County School District 55 board. Thomas, who served the district for over two decades, is levying claims of racial discrimination and assertions of enduring a hostile work environment throughout her tenure. Dr. Thomas, whose professional relationship with the district spanned 24 years, became a significant figurehead before her resignation in January of the previous year. The lawsuit marks a critical turn in her longstanding commitment to education within the district. It highlights serious … Read more

NY Yankees Star Aaron Judge Named Face of Ralph Lauren’s “Polo Est. 67” Fragrance

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New York, NY – Ralph Lauren Fragrances has sealed a deal with New York Yankees team captain Aaron Judge to be the face of its new fragrance, “Polo Est. 67” eau de toilette. Judge, a five-time Major League Baseball All-Star and record-breaking slugger, will represent the sporty scent. Ralph Lauren, executive chairman and chief creative officer, expressed his excitement about the partnership, sharing how he was inspired by baseball players growing up in the Bronx. The fragrance, a blend of bergamot, vetiver, and pineapple, is a part of Lauren’s Polo Sport franchise and pays homage … Read more