Author: Annelyn Russ

President Biden Bans New Offshore Oil And Gas Drilling Along Coastline

Biden said drilling of these coasts could cause irreversible damage to places and is unnecessary to meet the nation's energy needs.

President Biden has banned new offshore oil and gas drilling along most of the U.S. coastline. The order will protect around 625 million acres of ocean along the Atlantic and Pacific Coasts as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Alaska’s Bering Sea from “environmental and economic risks and harms.” It is also an attempt to protect Biden’s climate legacy…

President Biden Signs Social Security Fairness Act Into Law

It will affect nearly 3 million people who receive pensions from their time in public service jobs.

President Biden signed a new measure into law dubbed the ‘Social Security Fairness Act.’ The bill boosts social security payments for current and former public employees. It will affect nearly 3 million people who receive pensions from their time as teachers, firefighters, police officers and in other public service jobs. The measure rescinds two provisions including the ‘Windfall Elimination Provision’…

Canada’s Prime Minster Resigns As Leader Of The Liberal Party

This comes ahead of a general election later this year, which Trudeau was widely expected to lose.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resigned as leader of the ruling Liberal party Monday. He will remain prime minister until a new leader is chosen. This comes ahead of a general election later this year, which Trudeau was widely expected to lose. The general election must be held on or by October 20. However, Canada’s parliament will be suspended until…

Where You Can Watch NYE Firework Shows

There will be a firework show over the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk starting at 9pm.

There are several events that will showcase firework displays New Year’s Eve. Barefoot Landing will host its fireworks show over the lake at 7pm. Broadway at the Beach will then host its fireworks at 8pm and you’re encouraged to arrive early for a good spot. There will be a firework show over the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk starting at 9pm. And…

Firework Rules And Regulations To Know For NYE

In Horry County, fireworks are prohibited on the beach and oceanfront properties that have been deemed firework-free zones.

There are a few laws to keep in mind if you’re shooting fireworks on New Year’s Eve. In Horry County, fireworks are prohibited on the beach and oceanfront properties that have been deemed firework-free zones. In Myrtle Beach, fireworks are allowed on private property until 12:30am. But fireworks are not allowed on public property, including the beach. In North Myrtle…

Market Common Cancels Drone Show Ahead Of NYE Celebration

To get your ticket, you need an original receipt from any of the shopping center's businesses.

The Market Common had to cancel it’s planned drone show for it’s Southern Times Square New Year’s Eve celebration. The cancellation comes after “unforseen safety restrictions.” Organizers apologized for any inconvenience this may cause. However, the remainder of the traditional celebration will continue as planned. The night will feature a jumbotron, a mirror-ball drop at midnight, live music and entertainment…

Murrells Inlet Marshwalk To Host New Year’s Eve Celebration

Participating restaurants along the Marshwalk will be serving festive drinks and dinner specials.

The Murrells Inlet Marshwalk is set to host their annual New Year’s Eve celebration. Each of the eight participating restaurants along the Marshwalk will be serving festive drinks and dinner specials. There will also be lots of live music options to enjoy on all stages. The event will kick off Tuesday at 5pm along Highway 17 Business and will wrap…

Woman Faces A Slew Of Charges After Threatening Officers

The suspect allegedly rammed into the side of one of the victim's parked car before striking the other's car.

One woman was arrested after a slew of incidents including threatening an officer. Last Monday, police responded to a home off Gary Road in the Conway area. While en route, officers discovered a vehicle in a ditch up the road from the home. 21-year-old Taylor Rowell was found standing by the vehicle and was placed under arrest. She allegedly told…

One Person Dead After Pickup Truck Flips Multiple Times

The accident occurred around 11:30am on Saturday along Bozy Road.

A crash in Florence County resulted in the death of one person. The accident occurred around 11:30am on Saturday along Bozy Road. A 1989 Chevrolet pickup truck was heading south along the road when it veered off the right side. The driver then over-corrected traveling back to the left side of the road causing it to flip several times. The…

2-Year-Old Toddler Dies After Incident Involving Utility Vehicle

Around 5:15pm on Saturday a Can-am side-by side utility vehicle was traveling on Bay View Drive near Loris.

An incident that unfolded in Horry County claimed the life of a toddler. Around 5:15pm on Saturday a Can-am side-by side utility vehicle was traveling on Bay View Drive near Loris. Four people occupied the vehicle including two children. One of the toddlers fell off the side-by-side onto the road and was ultimately run over by it. The Horry County…