Author: Annelyn Russ

FDA Moves Toward Banning Additive Used In Processed Foods

The additive is used to prevent fats and oils in food from spoiling.

The FDA is moving toward banning an additive used in processed foods. BHA has been used in the food supply for decades. It was first listed as “generally recognized as safe” by the FDA in 1958. The agency approved it as a food additive in 1961. The additive is used to prevent fats and oils in food from spoiling and…

FAA Lifts Restriction That Grounded El Paso International Airport Flights

The initial lock-down came in response to "Mexican cartel drones" that breached U.S. airspace.

The FAA has lifted a flight restriction that grounded all flights to and from El Paso International Airport in Texas. The initial lock-down came in response to “Mexican cartel drones” that breached U.S. airspace. The FAA received a warning that the U.S. government “may use deadly force” against any aircraft in violation of the pause. That led to all flights…

FBI Releases Images From Nancy Guthrie’s Door Camera Amid Search

The person appeared to cover the camera but was witnessed wearing a mask and gloves.

A man who was detained for questioning in connection to Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance, has been released. The man lives at a property that was searched by authorities. He was taken into custody for questions, but was released from custody Wednesday. The development comes just hours after the FBI released images of a masked and armed individual captured on the 84-year-old’s…

Canada Shooting Leaves 9 Nine Dead, 25 Injured

The name of the suspected woman has not been released at this time and a motive remains unclear.

A mass shooting in Canada unfolded Tuesday becoming the deadliest school shooting for the country in decades. The shooting happened at a school in remote northern British Columbia, leaving seven people dead, while two more were found deceased at a nearby home. A woman believed by police to be the shooter was also found dead from an apparent self-inflicted wound….

The Market Common Is Celebrating Valentine’s Day

If you shop or dine at participating businesses now through Friday, you can show your receipt to redeem a free rose.

The Market Common is celebrating Valentine’s Day with several offers. On Saturday, there will be scenes on every corner for photo opportunities as well as a complimentary carriage ride from 4-7pm. Pick up for that will be in front of Dolce Lusso Salon. The rides are first-come, first-serve, no reservations required. Also many of the eateries in The Market Common…

Construction Underway For Amazon Center In Carolina Forest Area

A completion date for the center has not been announced at this time.

Amazon is building a new delivery center in Horry County. The facility will have over 27 acres transformed into a hub that aims to expedite package deliveries. Construction is currently underway and the center will be located along Postal Way in the Carolina Forest area. An Horry County council member says the development comes without tax incentives, adding that amazon…

McColl Police Chief Resigns After Less Than Seven Months

McColl has had a slew of issues with it's police department over the past few years.

The chief of the McColl Police Department has resigned. Charles English’s actions come less than seven months after he took on the position. He was hired back in June after the town went without a leader for the department for around seven months. McColl has had a slew of issues with it’s police department over the past few years. Back…

15-Year-Old Detained In Connection To Shooting Death Of 17 Y/O

The juvenile is facing charges of first-degree murder and robbery with a dangerous weapon.

A 15-year-old wanted in connection to a fatal shooting has been detained. Robeson County police were searching for the teen in the shooting death of 17-year-old Alexis Gonzalez that occurred on Saturday night in the area of Truck Lane near Rennert. Authorities located the boy at a home on Kate Denny Road where he was found hiding in a closet….

Crash Involving Train Claims Life Of One Woman

The accident occurred around 9:30am Monday at a crossing along Buck Swamp Road.

A crash involving a train in Dillon County claimed the life of one woman. The accident occurred around 9:30am Monday at a crossing along Buck Swamp Road. The crossing did not have any lights and it was said the woman who died may not have seen the train. The individual’s identity has not been publicly released and further details were…

Death Investigation Underway In Marlboro County

The man is believed to have been dead between 10 to 14 days.

A death investigation is underway in Marlboro County. A person was found deceased Monday near a wooded area along Reese Street in Bennettsville. The coroner said that the body was identified as a male and that he is believed to have been dead between 10 to 14 days. The man’s name is not being released at this time. A forensic…