Author: Annelyn Russ

Trump Hosts Talks Via Phone With Russian Leader Putin

Russian leader Vladimir Putin rejected a proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in the war that Ukraine previously agreed to.

President Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin hosted discussions via a phone call Tuesday. Putin rejected a proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in the war that Ukraine previously agreed to. However, he responded positively to Trump’s proposal of a more limited 30-day ceasefire on energy facilities on both sides of the conflict. Putin also laid down some steep demands for…

Israel Prime Minister Says Large Fatal Strikes Are “Only The Beginning”

Hamas said at least six senior officials were killed in the strikes including the head of Hamas' civilian government.

Israel’s airstrikes across the Gaza Strip Tuesday resulted in the death of more than 400 Palestinians. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the strikes after Hamas refused israeli demands to free half of the remaining hostages as a precondition for extending the ceasefire that’s been in place since January. Hamas said at least six senior officials were killed in the strikes…

10th Annual Luck Of The Marshwalk St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

Attendees are encouraged to come dressed in green or dressed to compete in the costume contest this year.

The Murrells Inlet community is inviting everyone to the 10th annual Luck of the Marshwalk event Monday night. The St. Patrick’s Day celebration will feature specials and deals up and down the marshwalk. There will be themed drinks and irish inspired dishes as well as live music. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed in green or dressed to compete in…

Crews Attempt New Strategy To Fight Carolina Forest Wildfire

As of Monday morning, the flames that ignited on March 1 were 75% contained and remain at 2,059 acres.

Crews are launching a new strategy to help assist in fighting the Carolina Forest Wildfire. As of Monday morning, the flames that ignited on March 1 were 75% contained and remain at 2,059 acres. Several areas of heat are smoldering under the peat surface, fed partially by decomposed plant material. Those sections are expected to remain hot “for an extended…

Mother And 2-Year-Old Child Injured In Scotland Co. Shooting

The 2-year-old was also treated and has since been listed as stable.

Three people have been arrested in connection to a double shooting in Scotland County. Just before 1am on Sunday, police responded to the 400 block of Hood Drive in Laurinburg. Upon arrival, a 23-year-old mother and a 2-year-old child were found suffering from gunshot wounds. The mother was taken to a hospital where she was treated and released. The 2-year-old…

Motel Shooting Results In The Death Of A 41-Year-Old

The incident was believed to be isolated and authorities found no threat to the public.

A shooting at a Horry County motel resulted in the death of one person. The incident unfolded around 10:40am Sunday in the 600 block of E. Highway 501 in the Conway area. The injured victim was transported to a hospital with critical injuries where he later died. He was identified as 41-year-old Lakeen Ford. The incident was believed to be…

Three Injured During Two-Vehicle Crash In Horry County

The two-vehicle crash involved entrapment, which required the jaws of life.

A crash in Horry County Monday morning left several people injured. The accident occurred shortly before 7am. Horry County officials responded to the area of Highway 90 and Monaca Drive in Longs. The two-vehicle crash involved entrapment, which required the jaws of life. It also blocked lanes of Highway 90 as crews worked to clear the scene. Three people were…

Railroad Crossings To Close Across Two N.C. Counties

Once a crossing is closed, the work could last at least three to five days.

Starting Monday, a slew of railroad crossing closures will take place across two counties. The closures will come as crews will be conducting maintenance beginning in Bladen County towards Robeson County. Once a crossing is closed, the work could last at least three to five days. During the closure, no traffic will be allowed to cross the track until the…

St. Patrick’s Day Specials And Deals

Those who wear green to Krispy Kreme shops can get a free Original Glazed Doughnut dyed green, no purchase necessary.

Monday is St. Patrick’s Day and several eateries have deals to celebrate. Those who wear green to Krispy Kreme shops can get a free Original Glazed Doughnut dyed green, no purchase necessary. You could also get free onion rings of any size with a $1 or more purchase at Burger King. Starting Monday through Saturday, Crumble is offering six full-size…

Butch Wilmore And Suni Williams To Finally Return To Earth

They were only supposed to stay about a week but the spacecraft experienced issues that left the duo stranded.

Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are finally coming home! The pair have been stuck on the International Space Station for more than nine months after taking off back in June on Boeing’s Starlink’s first crew tested flight. They were only supposed to stay about a week but the spacecraft experienced issues that left the duo stranded. Many attempts to…