Author: Annelyn Russ

Death Toll Continues To Rise After Powerful Myanmar Earthquake

At least 1,700 people have been confirmed dead, but the true death toll could take weeks to conclude.

The death toll continues to rise following a powerful earthquake that shook Myanmar and neighboring Thailand on Friday. The 7.7 magnitude quake struck with an epicenter near Myanmar’s second-largest city of Mandalay, damaging the city’s airport, buckling roads and downing hundreds of buildings throughout a wide range of territory in the middle of the country. Time is running out for…

Robeson Co. House Fire Results In Death Of A Child

Crews were called to Marada Road in the Maxton community.

A residential fire in Robeson County led to the death of one child. The flames broke out around 7:20pm Thursday night. Crews were called to Marada Road in the Maxton community. The fire originated in the kitchen area of the home. Several fire departments assisted to get the flames under control. The child did not survive injuries while the mother…

Charges Filed After 8-Year-Old Shot While Eating Dinner In Florence

The girl was eating dinner with her family when she was struck by bullets that came from the apartment above theirs.

An arrest has been made after an 8-year-old child was shot in Florence County. The incident occurred just after 5pm Wednesday in a complex along Willow Trace Drive. The girl was eating dinner with her family when she was struck by bullets that came from the apartment above theirs. The bullets injured her arm and leg. She is being treated…

Motorcyclist Dies After Myrtle Beach Intersection Crash

Mohammad Al-Masaid was transported to a hospital where he died an hour later.

An accident in the Myrtle Beach area resulted in the death of one person. The crash happened at the intersection of Highway 15 and Pine Island Road. Around 7am Thursday, a bystander found a motorcyclist suffering injuries after a crash. Mohammad Al-Masaid was transported to a hospital where he died an hour later. The Myrtle Beach Police Department is now…

Driver Rescued After Vehicle Caught In Flood Water

Aynor-bound traffic between Highways 90 and 905 were blocked as crews worked.

A driver was rescued after a crash in Horry County Thursday night. Shortly after 7pm, fire rescue crews responded to a single-vehicle crash on Highway 22 near Aynor. A car got caught in flood water, trapping the driver who was removed using a high-angle rescue technique. They were evaluated for injuries at the scene. Aynor-bound traffic between Highways 90 and…

NBA And FIBA In Talks With European Soccer Clubs

FIBA is the global basketball's governing body and members met with an NBA Board to discuss expansion on the continent.

The NBA and the International Basketball Federation are in talks with European soccer clubs regarding potential growth. FIBA is the global basketball’s governing body and members met with an NBA Board Thursday to discuss expansion on the continent. The new league would rival Europe’s leading basketball competition, the EuroLeague. It would involve around eight franchises. Each would launch for an…

Death Toll Rises After 7.7-Magnitude Quake Shook Mynamar

The tremors were felt as far away as Bangkok where a high-rise building that was under construction collapsed.

A powerful earthquake shook Myanmar and neighboring Thailand Friday. The 7.7-magnitude quake struck at a depth of six miles and was followed by several aftershocks, including one of 6.4-magnitude.F The tremors were felt as far away as Bangkok where a high-rise building that was under construction collapsed. At least 144 people have died and more than 730 others are injured….

Investigation Opened After Child Shot In The Pee Dee Area

The 8-year-old was eating dinner when a bullet came from the apartment upstairs.

An investigation is underway after a child was shot in the Pee Dee area. Wednesday night, police were called to the 1400 block of Willow Trace Drive in Florence. Upon arrival, authorities were informed that an 8-year-old was eating dinner when a bullet came from the apartment upstairs and struck them in the arm and leg. The resident upstairs said…

Surfside Beach To Host Community Yard Sale

A list of participating addresses will be sent out the day before the event.

The town of Surfside Beach is hosting a community yard sale. Residents within the town can sign up to host a yard sale at their house. The goal is to help people declutter and get rid of things they no longer use amid spring cleaning season. It also gives a chance for people to find great bargains while connecting with…

New Hotel Taking Reservations In Conway Area

The structure is five stories and features 100 guest suites that include kitchens and modular furniture.

A new hotel has opened its doors in Conway area. Home2 Suites by Hilton announced its new location is ready for guests along Waccamaw Medical Park Drive. The structure is five stories and features 100 guest suites that include kitchens and modular furniture. The hotel also has amenities such as an indoor saltwater pool, a combined laundry and fitness area…