Author: Annelyn Russ

Flight
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Flight Cancellations And Delays Continue To Impact Travel

The move comes after Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy ordered the cancellations to begin last Friday.
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The FAA is continuing to reduce air traffic amid the ongoing government shutdown. Over 1,100 flights were cancelled and 1,300 delayed Tuesday morning alone. The percentage of flights required to be cut was originally expected to increase to 6% from 4% at 40 major airports. That marks the first bump on the ramp-up totaling to a full 10% of cuts…

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Families Of Texas Flood Victims From Camp Mystic File Lawsuits

The lawsuits seek unspecified damages in excess of $1 million for wrongful death, mental pain and anguish and more.
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The families of several victims that were killed in a flood disaster at a Texas summer camp have filed lawsuits. In July, flash flooding along the Guadalupe River resulted in over 100 deaths. Among those were 27 children and counselors of Camp Mystic. The families of six of the children and two counselors have filed lawsuits against the camp’s owners…

Veteran

Veterans Day Events On The Grand Strand

Several eateries will be offering deals for veterans including Carolina Roadhouse, Hard Rock Cafe, Applebee's and more.
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Veterans Day is Tuesday and there are several events to celebrate in Myrtle Beach. At 11am there will be a ceremony held at the General Robert H. Reed Recreation Center along Gabreski Lane. It will feature a live performance by ‘Festive Brass’ and a speaker. Also at 11am the American Legion Post 178 ceremony will be held along Highway 17…

Chief
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Bill Mickle Sworn In As Surfside Beach Police Department Chief

Bill Mickle took over back in July after Kenneth Davis resigned.
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Bill Mickle has officially been sworn in as chief of the Surfside Beach Police Department. Mickle took over back in July after Kenneth Davis resigned. He officially had his interim tag removed last month and was sworn in on Friday. Mickle says he plans to utilize the community support he’s received, maintain accountability and transparency, as well as continue to…

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Francis Marion University False Threat Prompts Investigation

The call was made by a virtual phone number making it difficult for police to track down.
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An investigation is underway after a threatening call was made toward Francis Marion University. On Sunday night, every available officer was dispatched to the university’s campus. The SWAT team was activated but did not report to the scene. The suspect reportedly called claiming that he had just stabbed a woman and was going to “cause havoc on everybody and shoot…

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Man Arrested Following Barricade Situation In Darlington Co.

Bradford Capell has been charged with domestic violence and additional charges are expected.
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One man is facing charges after a barricade situation in Darlington County. On Sunday, authorities responded to a domestic incident at a home in the 2500 block of Highline Street in the Hartsville area. Authorities were made aware that Bradford Capell was inside the home with access to a rifle. He reportedly had active warrants for domestic violence. Authorities attempted…

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Dillon Police Chief David Lane Plans To Retire

"I am excited to see how the Dillon Police Department continues to evolve and thrive in the future," Lane said.
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Longtime Dillon Police Chief David Lane announced plans to retire. He has led the department for 10 years and dedicated over 27 years of service to the city overall. He was the first K-9 officer with the city of Dillon and started a combined drug interdiction unit with the county sheriff’s office. Lane said he is grateful for the support…

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International Drive To Close Due To Controlled Burn

The closure is set to go into effect after 8am on Nov. 10 and is set to wrap up on Nov. 14.
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The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources and the South Carolina Forestry Commission will be conducting a controlled burn leading to a road closure. The burn will unfold in the area of International Drive which will temporarily be closed to all traffic from Highway 90 to Ocean Bay Elementary School. The closure is set to go into effect after 8am…

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Man Wanted In Connection To Fatal Dillon Co. Shooting

25-year-old Joatur Blakely was identified as the suspect with help from surveillance video and witness statements.
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Dillon County authorities are asking for the public’s help with locating a suspect. 25-year-old Joatur Blakely is wanted on a murder charge in connection to the fatal shooting of 52-year-old Burnie Townsend. The incident took place Monday morning at the 24 Hour Spot on Highway 301 in Dillon. An altercation reportedly broke out in which Townsend attempted to step in…

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Justin Moore Added To CCMF Lineup

Justin Moore's latest single, 'This Is My Dirt,' recently earned him his 13th career No. 1
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Another country music star has been added to the Carolina Country Music Festival lineup. Justin Moore is scheduled to take the stage. His latest single, ‘This Is My Dirt,’ recently earned him his 13th career No. 1, following his platinum-certified duet, ‘You, Me, and Whiskey’ with Priscilla Block. Other notable hits include ‘Small Town USA,’ ‘If Heaven Wasn’t So Far…

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