1. Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School assistant football coach and security guard Aaron Feis is being hailed as a hero, as he died in Wednesday’s shooting after throwing his body in front of students to protect them from gunfire. Feis, an alum of the high school, spent his entire career at his alma mater. In tribute, Feis’ name trended on Twitter, with many hailing his bravery and selflessness. “I saw him running toward the gunshots as soon as they started to happen,” student Colton Haab told CNN. “That’s Coach Feis: He wants to make sure everybody’s safe before himself.” Overall, 17 people have been confirmed dead in what’s being called one of the worst school shootings in U.S. history. (CNN)
2. Topsham police said late Thursday night that they are aware of a possible threat of violence in School Administrative District 75. Superintendent Brad Smith said Topsham police have agreed to provide an increased presence Mt. Ararat High School on Friday. (Press Herald)
3. If you’re looking for a reason as to why this flu season is the worst Americans have experienced in about a decade, look no further than the flu shot itself. New data released by the Centers for Disease Control shows that this year’s flu vaccine is only 36 percent effective overall, with that figure dropping to just 25 percent effectiveness against the main strain of influenza. (AP News)
4. Brian LaVoie isn’t feeling the Valentine’s Day Bandit love. He wants the bandit or bandits charged with a crime for taping hearts on cars. “I understand they’re trying to spread love and joy, especially during Valentine’s Day, and I have no problem with that. It’s touching people’s personal property and vandalizing,” he said. A spokesperson for the city of Portland says under city ordinance, the act is not legal. “I shouldn’t have to clean my vehicle because someone chose to touch it,” LaVoie said. The Portland Police Department says if anyone has damage because of this Valentine’s Day act, they can contact them. The city says maybe the bandit will see this and not touch cars next year. (WGME)
5. Do a Grouch a Favor Day. This day is best celebrated by doing a favor for a grouchy person in your life.
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