Author: Alan Ball

Study Ranks States’ Nerdiness Based on Star Wars Fans

SC ranks 48th on nerdiness

A new study ranked all 50 states based on how nerdy they are, based on google searches for Star Wars, Star Trek, Dungeons & Dragons, live-action role-playing also known as larping, and Harry Potter.  Apparently the Palmetto State doesn’t care about that stuff as we came in at number 48! At the top of the nerd list was Utah, Alaska…

Martha Stewart and Snoop Dogg Co-hosting Puppy Bowl

As seen on Carolina AM

Martha Stewart and Snoop Dogg are throwing a party to coincide with the big game next week.  The two are hosting a puppy-bowl.  Its a competition where fans can decide the outcome  by voting for their favorite pup.  Everyone’s a winner as they are helping out several animal organizations in the process.  The top dog will be announced at the…

Local Student Wins McNair Scholarship

Laura Pence Cohost of Fox Midday News Gives a News Update on Carolina AM

Ronisha Genwright has been awarded the Robert E. McNair Scholarship from Francis Marion University.  She is a member of the first cohort class of the Marion County School District’s Early College Program, housed at Mullins High School.  The Governor Robert E. McNair Scholarship Program is a privately funded scholarship program designed to prepare a rising generation of leaders to make…

Barefoot Bistro Cooks Up Comfort Foods

Patti Hilton talks with Greg Rowles for a cooking segment on Carolina AM

Patti Hilton of Barefoot Bistro cooks up some comfort food today on Carolina AM including cupcakes to celebrate her daughter’s birthday!  The restaurant is located at 3914 Highway 17 South in North Myrtle Beach.  The reservation line is (843) 663-0534.  For more information on Barefoot Bistro find her on Facebook at BarefootBistro Barefoot Bistro Ham Casserole 2 cups cubed potatoes…

Tips for First Time Skiers

As seen on Carolina AM

This is the season where many are trying out new things in life.  If skiing is one of those things, here are a few tips from Ski Magazine to keep in mind.   Get a lesson, but not from a loved one, and book it ahead of time.  Go slow and find patience.  Dress appropriately in layers.  Thermals, ski pants and…

“Steel Magnolias” Trends as Tear Jerker

Is there a movie that always makes you cry? Someone posed that question on twitter recently and had a lot of folks chiming in with what tear jerkers get them every time.  Steel Magnolias was supposedly mentioned so often that the movie started trending on the social media platform.   Other movies named Apollo 13, Big Fish, Saving Private Ryan, The…

Spicy Shrimp Tacos on Carolina AM with Chef Jamie!

Jamie Daskalis, Executive Chef for Johnny D’s Waffles, makes spicy shrimp tacos on Carolina AM.   Jamie is a SC Chef Ambassador in Myrtle Beach, SC.   Johnny D’s has three locations : 3301 N. Kings Hwy (33rd Ave) in Myrtle Beach,   3900 Hwy 17S in North Myrtle Beach, and 1200 Hwy 17 Bus in Surfside. For more information visit MakingitDelicious.com Spicy Shrimp…

Dogs May Recognize Language at Same Rate as Toddlers

Be careful what you say around your dog.  They might understand more than you think.  Researchers analyzed how fast dogs can learn new words and found some can learn words after hearing them only four times, which is roughly the same speed as a two-year-old.  The team notes only a few of pooches can do this without extensive training.  The…

Program Offers Free EMT Training to Fill Shortage

Laura Pence Cohost of Fox Midday News Gives a News Update on Carolina AM

An emergency rescue service in the Palmetto state is offering classes to address an EMT shortage. On March 1, 2021, Guardian Ambulance will be offering the classes in Florence. The Pee Dee Emergency Rescue Service is offering the chance to become an EMT for free in 10 weeks. The company is now accepting applications for the course. Along with free…

Florence Students Raising Funds and Awareness for Leukemia and Brain Tumor Research

KFA team leaders Constance Mixon and Maya Chokshi on Carolina AM with Audra Grant

The KFA dance company has been raising money for various causes for the past 20 years by holding a concert and presenting the ticket proceeds to various charities.  This year, the team saw an opportunity within the dance family.  Constance Mixon, a senior at South Florence High School, and Maya Chokshi, a junior at Triinity Byrnes Collegiate School, are leading…