Author: Annelyn Russ

Power
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Millions Without Power In Puerto Rico After Major Blackout

The government's office reported a failure in the transmission of the electrical system.
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Residents of Puerto Rico were left in the dark during a major blackout. The power outage started at around 12:40pm Wednesday. The government’s office reported a failure in the transmission of the electrical system. 1.4 million customers lost power. Genera PR, the company that generates power on the island, said the outage was due to the sudden shutdown of all…

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Trump Administration Plans To End IRS Direct File Program

Republican lawmakers and commercial tax preparation companies argued that it was a waste of taxpayer money because free filing programs already exist.
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The Trump administration is planning to end the IRS Direct File program for free tax filing. The program became available during the Biden presidency and was credited by users with making tax filing easy, fast and economical. However Republican lawmakers and commercial tax preparation companies argued that it was a waste of taxpayer money because free filing programs already exist….

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Autism Awareness Month Activities Along The Grand Strand

Ripley's Aquarium will hold a Sensory Friendly Visit from 9-11am in which the lights are up and music and sound effects are down.
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April is Autism Awareness Month and one organization has several upcoming events to celebrate. The Champion Autism Network is hosting a puzzle piece awareness and fundraising campaign. The non-profit hopes to reach the goal of $15,000 to assist in serving thousands of people living with autism. On Saturday, Ripley’s Aquarium will hold a Sensory Friendly Visit from 9-11am in which…

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Woman Missing For Months Identified As Body Found In Water

The victim has been identified as Annie Lock of Fayetteville.
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The body that was found in Robeson County waters has been identified. On Sunday, deputies were at the scene after the body was discovered off of NC-72 West and Buie Philadelphus Road between Pembroke and Red Springs. The victim has been identified as Annie Lock of Fayetteville. She was last seen on August 17 and was 24-years-old at the time…

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New Church To Open At Old Solid Rock Church Location

Pastor Jordan Gandy said that they are not associated with Solid Rock at all.
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A new church is taking over the property that was previously known as ‘Solid Rock Church.’ The location along Howard Avenue in the Market Common has been an active scene for protestors. Demonstrators sought justice for Mica Miller who died a year ago. Her death was ruled a suicide but many believed her husband, John-Paul was behind it. He was…

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Bennettsville Council Appoints New Police Chief

Crosland is bringing 28 years of law enforcement experience to his new role. He will officially take over on May 1.
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The Bennettsville city council has appointed a new police chief. Former Assistant Police Chief Sammy Crosland was unanimously voted into the position at Tuesday night’s meeting. He has been serving as acting chief since March when Former Chief Kevin Miller retired after eight years on the job. Crosland is bringing 28 years of law enforcement experience to his new role….

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Pedestrian Struck And Killed In Dillon Co.

47-year-old Levonda Page was transported to a hospital where he later died.
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The identity of a pedestrian that was struck and killed in Dillon County has been revealed. The accident occurred around 4:30pm on Sunday along Southpark Court near Latta. A Chevrolet SUV was traveling south through private property when it hit the victim who was walking through the property. 47-year-old Levonda Page was transported to a hospital where he later died….

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American Airlines To Provide Free Wi-Fi Through AT&T Partnership

Currently Wi-Fi is available on some of American's flights, but the airline charges starting at $10 for access.
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American Airlines announced plans to provide free Wi-Fi to some passengers. The perk will be offered through a partnership with AT&T. It will initially only be available to the airline’s AAdvantage loyalty program members starting January 2026. The service will be provided across two million flights annually. Around 90% of its fleet will be equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi to make…

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Baby Food Sold Under Target Brand Recalled

Fruselva issued a recall for 'Target's Good & Gather Baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale, & Thyme Vegetable Puree.'
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Baby food sold at Target locations has been recalled. Fruselva issued a recall for ‘Target’s Good & Gather Baby Pea, Zucchini, Kale, & Thyme Vegetable Puree.’ 25,000 packages were sold in 4 oz tubes with best-by-dates of December 7 and December 9. The recall is listed as Class II and was placed due to possible lead contamination. Consumers should refrain…

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Hong Kong Suspends Postal Service To The U.S.

The actions mark the latest retaliatory move amid an escalating trade war between Washington and Beijing.
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Hong Kong announced it has suspended postal service to the United States. The government of Hong Kong decided to stop handling packages coming from or going to the U.S.. The actions mark the latest retaliatory move amid an escalating trade war between Washington and Beijing. The decision comes after President Trump decided to eliminate the exception for items posted from…

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