A single-vehicle crash in Robeson County left one person dead. Shortly after 7pm Monday a vehicle was traveling southbound along I-95 when it veered off the road to the left onto the median where it struck a tree near mile marker 10. 32-year-old Telah Locklear was the driver and did not survive the crash.
One child is dead after drowning in a pool in Florence County. Shortly after 9pm on Saturday, family members reported they were saying goodbye to guests when the child, 23-month old Journee Davis, wandered off. She was found in an above-ground pool at her home near Elk Lane in Lake City. She was transported to an emergency room where she…
A spacecraft that has been in orbit for over 50 years, is returning to Earth’s atmosphere this week. Soviet spacecraft, Cosmos 482, was intended to be a Venus probe. However, It failed to escape low Earth orbit following its launch in 1972. The spacecraft separated into four pieces, with two decaying in low Earth orbit within 48 hours and the…
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced an incentive for undocumented immigrants to leave the country. The agency plans to give $1,000 to immigrants who lack proper papers needed to remain in the United States. The DSH described the plan as “a historic opportunity for illegal aliens to receive both financial and travel assistance to facilitate travel.” The process gives…
Attorneys General in 19 states and Washington DC are challenging cuts to the U.S. Health and Human Services agency. They claim the Trump administration’s restructuring plans have destroyed life-saving programs and left states to fund the bill for a rising health crises. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. restructured the agency in March, terminating over 10,000 employees and slashing the…
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered the active duty military to cut 20% of its four-star general officers. The move comes as the Trump administration moves forward with deep cuts that it says will promote efficiency. Hegseth also told the national guard to shed 40% of its top positions and directed the military to cut an additional 10% of its general…
The National Weather Service has received threats from a violent militia-style group. An email was sent out that said the anti-government organization, ‘Veterans on Patrol,’ is calling for “penetration drills on nexrad sites to identify weaknesses which can be used to ultimately destroy the sites.” The ‘Next Generation Weather Radar’ system is used by meteorologists, the FAA, and Air Force…
Oscar winner Billy Bob Thornton will be performing in North Myrtle Beach. The actor is best known for his role in movies like, ‘Sling Blade,’ ‘Armageddon,’ and more recently, the ‘Landman’ series. He is bringing his country-rock style to the Greg Rowles Legacy Theatre. Billy Bob Thornton and The Boxmasters’ will perform as part of their ‘Pepper Tree Hill Tour’…
Legends Comics in Florence is hosting a Free Comic Book Day. Everyone is encouraged to come dressed as their favorite superhero. There will also be free pizza while it lasts. Festivities will kick off Saturday at 10am and Batman and The Joker will be there from 1-3pm with the event wrapping up at 6pm. Legends Comics is located at 702…
The Blessing of the Inlet is returning to the Grand Strand this weekend. The 29th annual celebration will feature arts and crafts vendors, a kid’s zone and games. It will be held at Belin Memorial United Methodist Church. There will also be food trucks and local restaurants. The church will provide food as well. All the funds raised will be…
