Author: Annelyn Russ

Several Warming Shelters Are Open During The Colder Weather

In the Myrtle Beach area, the New Directions homeless shelter operates on a "cold blue" status when it's below 40 degrees

With brutally cold temperatures among us, there are several places you could go to escape the wintry conditions. In the Myrtle Beach area, the New Directions homeless shelter operates on a “cold blue” status when it’s below 40 degrees. It is located at 1005 Osceola Street. It usually hosts over 200 people, but takes in an extra 40 to 50…

Horry County Police Chase Results In Car Crash

During a search of the vehicle, a glock with a switch on it was discovered and confirmed stolen out of florence.

A police pursuit in Horry County resulted in a crash. Around 7:30pm on Wednesday, an officer witnessed the driver of a black Nissan Altima commit a traffic violation. The suspect looked away from the officer and appeared to try and hide his face. That behavior is “commonly associated” with criminal activity. The officer was prompted to attempt a traffic stop….

Police Pursuit Leads To Fatal Crash In Robeson County

38-year-old Mario Hernandez Jr. was a passenger of the vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Robeson County police are investigating an incident that resulted in the death of one person. On Wednesday, officials attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Union Chapel Road in Pembroke. The vehicle failed to stop for blue lights and continued at a high rate speed. The Chevrolet Malibu, hit a mailbox and a ditch…

Death Investigation Underway In Horry County

A person was found deceased with a gunshot wound in a wooded area.

A death investigation is underway after a body was discovered in Horry County. Around 8:30pm Thursday, police were called to Pint Circle near Longs. A person was found deceased with a gunshot wound in a wooded area. The person was pronounced dead at the scene by EMS. Further details were not immediately released. However, police said there was no associated…

JCPenney Merges With Owner Of Forever21 To Create New Brand

Sparc Group owns brands including Forever21, Aeropostal, Brooks Brothers, Nautica, Eddie Bauer and Lucky Brand.

JCPenney has merged with Sparc Group to form a brand new company. Sparc Group owns brands including Forever21, Aeropostal, Brooks Brothers, Nautica, Eddie Bauer and Lucky Brand. The company announced the merger with JCPenney and the department store chain’s exclusive private brands, including Stafford, Arizona, and Liz Claiborne to create the new company dubbed ‘Catalyst Brands.’ It brings together the…

NFL Relocates Upcoming Playoff Game Due To Wildfires

The Rams' wild-card playoff game against the Minnesota Vikings is moving from L.A. to Arizona.

The NFL has decided to relocate an upcoming playoff game due to the devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area. The Rams’ wild-card playoff game against the Minnesota Vikings is moving from L.A. to Arizona. The game will now be played Monday night at the State Farm Stadium, the home of the Arizona Cardinals, in Glendale. The move comes after…

JD Vance Formally Resigns From His Seat In The Senate

An appointed Senator will serve in Vance's seat until a special election is held next year.

As of Friday, JD Vance formally resigned from his seat in the Senate. He sent his resignation letter to Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine as he prepares for the next four years in the White House. Vance said as he gets ready to assume his duties as vice president, he would like to express that it has been an honor and…

Trump Sentenced In Hush Money Case Without Facing Penalties

Trump's conviction still stands, and he will enter another term of presidency as a convicted felon.

Donald Trump was sentenced for his criminal conviction in the hush money case Friday morning. Judge Juan Merchan said the only lawful sentence that does not intrude on the office of the president is an unconditional discharge on all 34 counts. That means he will not face fines, prison, or any other penalties. However, his conviction still stands, and he…

Death Toll Rises As Fires Continue To Burn Across California

The Palisades is now the most destructive ever to hit Los Angeles County.

The death toll continues to rise as wildfires burn across parts of California. At least 10 deaths have been recorded, but officials warn the actual toll will remain unclear until it’s safe for investigators to access neighborhoods. Over 10,000 structures have been destroyed between the Palisades Fire and the Eaton Fire. The Palisades is now the most destructive ever to…

Murrells Inlet Restaurant Permanently Closed

Walter's on the Waterway was located on the Waccamaw River at Wacca Wache Marina.

A Murrells Inlet Marina restaurant announced that it is permanently closing. Walter’s on the Waterway was located on the Waccamaw River at Wacca Wache Marina. The owners shared a post via Facebook that read, “Unforeseen events have made it necessary to end this chapter, but the stories and joy we have shared will not be forgotten, thank you to everyone…