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WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM APRIL 27 - MAY 03, 2022 UCW 25 WEEKLY HOROSCOPE NEWS OF THE WEIRD by the Editors at Andrews McMeel Syndication Let Someone Else Eat Cake A birthday party for an employee at Gravity Diagnostics in Kentucky cost the company $450,000, WLKY- TV reported. The employee, whose birthday fell on Aug. 7, asked the office manager days before to forgo the usual celebration because such affairs trigger his anxiety disorder, and "being the center of attention" would cause him to suffer a panic attack. However, the manager went ahead with planning a lunchtime to-do in the break room, which caused the guest of honor to flee to his car to eat his lunch. The next day, the birthday boy was called into a meeting and scolded for his reaction and was later fired "because of the events of the previous week," according to a lawsuit he filed against the company. In the suit, the former employee said the company didn't accommodate his anxiety disorder and caused him to suffer a "loss of income and benefits and emotional distress and mental anxiety." The Kenton County jury agreed and awarded him the six-figure amount. The Tech Revolution It may have been April 1, but it was no April Fools' prank. A San Francisco police officer approached an idling car with its headlights off around 10 p.m. and saw that it was empty, SFGate reported. That's when the car moved forward, crossed the intersection and came to a stop with its emergency flashers on. As it turned out, the AV, or autonomous vehicle, was operated by Cruise, and was just trying to move into a safe position before yielding to officers. "An officer contacted Cruise personnel, and no citation was issued," the company explained in a statement. A maintenance team was dispatched to take control of the vehicle. I'll Do Anything For A Frosty David Stover, 57, has been telling workers at the Bunnell, Florida, Wendy's restaurant that he's an undercover DEA agent ever since his buddy who worked there left, in an effort to continue getting a discount on food, ClickOrlando.com reported. The store manager told investigators Stover would even flash a badge when asked for proof. The badge was a concealed-carry permit, and police were called to Wendy's on April 11 because Stover was arguing with the staff. He was arrested for impersonating a law enforcement officer. ARIES Mar 21/Apr 20 A strong urge to be alone arises this week. If this happens, turn off your phone and put a message that you're not to be disturbed until you're ready for some company. TAURUS Apr 21/May 21 Yours may turn into the party house this week when a lot of uninvited visitors show up and expect to socialize. It's a good thing you have energy to spare right now. GEMINI May 22/Jun 21 Errands are not going to complete themselves. Sched - ule time this week to get all of your ducks in a row. You have obligations to your family and friends. CANCER Jun 22/Jul 22 You intend to use the extra energy that seems to have been building in you for some time. An impromptu sports match or a trip to the gym can burn off energy. LEO Jul 23/Aug 23 is week you could receive word of an exciting challenge at work. If you have been putting in for a promotion or job change, this could be what you've waited for. VIRGO Aug 24/Sept 22 Keep in mind that you shouldn't mix money and friendship. If a close friend wants you to work for him or her, remember the importance of this separation. LIBRA Sept 23/Oct 23 Spring cleaning is in the air, and this week you are ready to tackle your home top to bottom. Why not ask for some help from the kids or your spouse to work more quickly? SCORPIO Oct 24/Nov 22 Frustrations may be high this week. Despite your desire to socialize, you can't seem to get out of the house. Responsibilities at home won't change for some time. SAGITTARIUS Nov 23/Dec 21 Keep in mind it can take a few days for you to recover from a night of revelry. Avoid overdoing it on weeknights or you may pay the price at work in the morning. CAPRICORN Dec 22/Jan 20 ere is a lot of work to get done around the house. A lack of funding has you in a holding pattern. Examine your budget to see if there's wiggle room. AQUARIUS Jan 21/Feb 18 If you find yourself in a poor mood this week, try not to take it out on others. Simply ask for some alone time until you can work out your feelings for the better. PISCES Feb 19/Mar 20 Exercise tact and diplomacy when someone asks for your honest opinion about their performance at work. You'll get your point across. Follow Us Today! Stay up to date on all the Up & Coming Events in Cumberland County and surrounding areas! LIKE 910•484•6200 contact: editor@upandcomingweekly.com Tell us about your future events! We can help give your business a voice! your business has a story to tell