Spirit Airlines plane struck by gunfire while attempting to land in Haiti

(HAITI) -- A Spirit Airlines plane flying from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to Haiti was diverted after it was struck by gunfire while attempting to land in Port-au-Prince, the Haitian National Office of Civil Aviation (OFNAC) told ABC News.The plane was struck by gunfire four...

Spirit Airlines adapts to stay afloat: What to know about new changes

(NEW YORK) -- Spirit Airlines is shifting gears from its famously no-frills service to offer new fare options that include premium seats, carry-on baggage, Wi-Fi and even snacks.The ultra-low-cost Florida-based carrier announced "a significant transformation" to its pricing structure on Tuesday with new ticketing...

New wave of Hawaiian surfers look to reclaim sport’s cultural spirit

(HONOLULU) -- For 26-year-old Ha'a Keaulana, surfing is practically part of her DNA. She's been around surfing since she was a baby, even before she could walk or talk. Some of her first memories were being a surfboard with her grandfather, Hawaiian surfing legend, Buffalo...

Smith Selected As 2022 Joe B. Avery Community Spirit Award Recipient

Rags Smith was announced as the winner of the City of Arkansas City’s 13th annual Joe B. Avery Community Spirit Award during a presentation Tuesday night held at USD 470’s Avery Learning Center.Smith, who grew up in Ark City, was honored for her work...