Author: Annelyn Russ

NMB Passes First Reading Of Ordinance Regarding Public Safety

City council will host another vote on a second reading in order for the ordinance to be passed.

The city of North Myrtle Beach approved the first reading of a proposed ordinance. The ordinance would give police the ability to handle and control disturbances at homes including house parties. If passed, police will be given authority to enter a home and not only remove the people present but remove where they clog roads and block people from getting…

Florence Police To Launch New Initiative Using Community Cameras

Officials would know that there are existing cameras in the area.

The Florence Police Department is launching a new initiative that involves using community cameras to help solve crimes. Residents can register their home surveillance systems with Flock Safety. By doing that, officials would know that there are existing cameras in the area. Home cameras will not be viewed live but if an incident occurs, an officer would contact the registered…

Neal And Pam’s To Host Charity Polar Plunge

Participants are encouraged to wear their best outfit, bathing suit or costume for a chance to win a prize.

Neal and Pam’s Bar and Grill is set to host a charity polar plunge. Participants are encouraged to wear their best outfit, bathing suit or costume for a chance to win a prize for Best Dressed sponsored by Pet Wants. There will also be a silent auction, prizes and puppies. Changing rooms will be provided to get out of wet…

Red Springs Names New Police Chief

Former North Carolina Highway Patrol officer and detective Antoinette Hurtt has taken on the role.

The town of Red Springs has named its new police chief. Former North Carolina Highway Patrol officer and detective Antoinette Hurtt has taken on the role. She is a Robeson County native and member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. Hurtt has also previously worked with the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office and local departments in Hope Mills, Hamlet, and…

Woman Arrested In Connection To Robbery, Man Dragged Over 130 Feet

A person was walking along the road when occupants of a Tesla approached him.

One woman is facing charges from a incident in Myrtle Beach that occurred in the middle of last year. On May 19, police responded to the area of Oak Forest Lane and Robert Grissom Parkway. A person was walking along the road when occupants of a Tesla approached him. Someone grabbed the victim’s arm and a bag he was carrying….

Florence Police Are Seeking Information Regarding Shooting

The situation took place in the 1100 block of Waxwing Drive and involved shots fired.

Florence authorities are seeking information in regards to an incident that unfolded after midnight on Monday. The situation took place in the 1100 block of Waxwing Drive and involved shots fired. Details are limited but the Florence Police Department is asking those in the area to review any security camera, doorbell or other forms of video footage that may have…

Man Faces Charges Following New Year’s Eve Incident

56-year-old Willie Bartelle allegedly pointed a firearm at several people.

One man is facing multiple charges following a New Year’s Eve incident. The situation unfolded along Baby’s Lane in the Pamplico area of Florence COunty. 56-year-old Willie Bartelle allegedly pointed a firearm at several people, assaulted someone by hitting them in the head with the gun, and fired the weapon in a home with children present. Bartelle was charged with…

Woman And Boyfriend Charged After Abuse Of Elderly Mother

On November 20, the 78-year-old woman suffered head, neck, and collarbone injuries.

A woman and her boyfriend have been charged in connection to the assault of an elderly woman. On November 20, the 78-year-old woman suffered head, neck, and collarbone injuries. She was treated by EMS before being airlifted to a more advanced hospital due to the severity of her injuries. Jennifer Coleman allegedly pushed her boyfriend’s mother down and attempted to…

IHOP Announces Bottomless Pancakes Deal

The eatery is offering Bottomless Pancakes with the purchase of select breakfast combos.

IHOP has launched a deal that comes with the purchase of select breakfast combos. The eatery is offering Bottomless Pancakes with the purchase for dine-in only customers. The deal “cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion, including IHOP Rewards Stack Market redemptions.” The Bottomless Pancakes offer is only valid per person, per order and includes Buttermilk Pancakes only.

Chick-fil-A Launches Items In Honor Of 80th Anniversary Celebration

Chick-fil-A added Frosted Sodas and Floats to start the year-long anniversary celebration.

Chick-fil-A is launching new menu items in honor of it’s 80th anniversary celebration. The fast-food chain is tapping into its “heritage” with food and drink offerings, throwback packaging and other surprises. Under the chicken nugget category, there are two new menu items available. Chick-fil-A also added Frosted Sodas and Floats to start the year-long anniversary celebration. Frosted Sodas are a…