Author: Annelyn Russ

China Announces Retaliatory Tariffs On U.S. Goods

The country will impose reciprocal 34% tariffs on all imports from the United States that will go into effect on April 10.

China is imposing tariffs on imports of u-s goods in retaliation to President Trump’s tariff actions. The country will impose reciprocal 34% tariffs on all imports from the United States that will go into effect on April 10. China also added 11 American companies to its “unreliable entity list,” including drone manufacturers. It put export controls on 16 American companies…

Horry County Burn Ban Lifted

Horry County's ban was initiated late last month before the massive Covington Drive Wildfire ignited.

The South Carolina Forestry Commission has officially lifted the burn ban in Horry County. The ban was lifted at noon on Wednesday but officials are reminding residents that they must still follow local and state burning laws. Horry County’s ban was initiated late last month before the massive Covington Drive Wildfire ignited in Carolina Forest, which continues to burn out….

Florence Center Terminates Agreement With S.C. Ravens Football Team

Effective immediately, all upcoming games at the Florence Center Arena are cancelled.

On Wednesday, the Florence Center terminated the use license agreement with a South Carolina football team. The termination comes after the South Carolina Ravens Arena Football team failed to comply with the terms of the agreement. Effective immediately, all upcoming games at the Florence Center Arena are cancelled. Tickets purchased through Ticketmaster will be automatically refunded, and all other ticket…

Man Dies Days After Horry Co. House Fire

The victim's cause of death stemmed from smoke-related injuries.

A house fire in Horry County resulted in the death of one person. On Monday, the flames broke out at a home on Offshore Drive in Murrells Inlet. 88-year-old David McLellan was taken to a hospital where he died Wednesday. His cause of death stemmed from smoke-related injuries. Further details about the fire are limited at this time.

Man Arrested After “Exposing” Himself To Female In Robeson Co.

Police were following up on reports of a man "exposing himself and wiping bodily fluids on a female customer."

One man has been arrested after an incident unfolded in Robeson County. Last Friday, officers were called to the Dollar General located along Old Allenton Road in Lumberton. Police were following up on reports of a man “exposing himself and wiping bodily fluids on a female customer.” 20-year-old Josiah Covington was arrested Wednesday in Cumberland County in connection to the…

Crash In Darlington County Claims The Lives Of Two People

Both occupants of one of the vehicles involved were pronounced dead at the scene.

Two people are dead after an accident occurred in Darlington County. The crash happened at around 2pm on Wednesday. It unfolded on Pocket Road, a rural area of the county between the city of Darlington and Interstate 95. Both occupants of one of the vehicles involved were pronounced dead at the scene. Further details remain limited at this time and…

Nintendo Announces Launch Date For The Switch 2

The Switch 2 will have a more vibrant display, larger screen and several new games.

Nintendo has announced the launch date and price for its latest gaming console. The company revealed the Switch 2 will have a more vibrant display, larger screen and several new games. A new “C” button on its joy-con controller will launch a “game-chat” feature that requires a subscription to Nintendo’s online service. It allows players to communicate with others while…

Disney’s Water Parks To Reopen For First Time Since COVID Pandemic

Disney water park tickets cost $74 for guests ages 10 and older and $68 for children between the ages of 3 and 9.

Walt Disney World’s water parks are re-opening this summer for the first time since the COVID pandemic. On May 1, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park will open for the season and Disney’s Blizzard Beach water park will temporarily close for refurbishment. Then on May 21, Blizzard Beach will reopen and remain open through September 7. At that point Typhoon Lagoon…

FAA Approves United Airlines Starlink-Equipped Aircraft

The satellites allow broadband internet use for customers.

The FAA has given United Airlines the greenlight for its first Starlink-equipped aircraft. Starlink is a satellite internet service led by Elon Musk’s SpaceX. The satellites allow broadband internet use for customers. The wi-fi service is expected to be 50 times faster than current in-flight wi-fi speeds. Users will be able to access streaming services and watch live TV without…

Death Toll Rises Following Massive Myanmar Earthquake

At least 3,095 deaths have been confirmed after rescue teams have found more bodies.

The death toll from the massive earthquake that shook Myanmar nearly a week ago continues to rise. At least 3,095 deaths have been confirmed after rescue teams have found more bodies. Another 4,715 people have been injured and 341 remain unaccounted for. The 7.7 magnitude quake left behind a wide range of damage from thousands of downed buildings, buckled roads,…