Author: Annelyn Russ

Luigi Mangione Makes First Appearance In N.Y. Federal Court

Luigi Mangione faces four new federal charges, including murder, which could make him eligible for the death penalty.

Luigi Mangione appeared in federal court in New York City for the first time Thursday. The 26-year-old is accused of shooting and killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. He faces four new federal charges, including murder, which could make him eligible for the death penalty. He is also facing multiple state charges. Mangione nodded as his rights were read to him, he…

Barefoot Queen Riverboat’s North Pole Express Cruise

The cruise features The Polar Express story, your own Believe ticket, Christmas snacks and hot chocolate.

Saturday is your last chance to board the Barefoot Queen Riverboat’s North Pole Express Cruise. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed in your comfy Christmas pajamas to enjoy an evening full of Christmas magic. The cruise features The Polar Express story, your own Believe ticket, Christmas snacks and hot chocolate. Santa will also make an appearance throughout the night. Guests…

S.C. Gamecocks To Be Featured In Netflix SEC Docuseries

The Gamecocks finished eighth in the SEC and are set to play Illinois in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl on December 31.

The South Carolina Gamecocks will be featured in an upcoming Netflix docuseries. Fans will be able to get a behind-the-scenes look at the team’s 2024 season through Netflix’s eight-episode series. The show will follow several teams in the powerhouse Southeastern Conference. The Gamecocks finished eighth in the SEC and are set to play Illinois in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl on…

One Injured During Two-Alarm House Fire In Horry County

The flames broke out at a home around 2:30pm in the area of Pee Dee Road near St. John Road.

Horry County Fire Rescue crews responded to a two-alarm fire Wednesday. The flames broke out at a home around 2:30pm in the area of Pee Dee Road near St. John Road. The fire was under control just before 4pm. The home sustained “heavy fire damage.” One person was injured and taken to a hospital. Their condition is unknown at this…

One Injured During Incident At A Florence Medical Center

A man reportedly struck a vehicle in the parking lot of the center on East Cheves Street.

Last Wednesday an incident occurred at the McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence County. A man reportedly struck a vehicle in the parking lot of the center on East Cheves Street. A security officer of the facility occupied the vehicle at the time and called for assistance. Another security officer attempted to stop the driver who refused to listen. During…

OpenAI Says Users Can Now Call ChatGPT

Calling with ChatGPT comes with 15 minutes of free calling for users with a phone plan in the U.S..

OpenAI is making ChatGPT the “everything app” with its recent move. The tech giant has made the assisting feature available through phone calls and messages on ‘WhatsApp.’ As of Thursday, you can call ChatGPT or message it through ‘WhatsApp’ by adding 1-800-ChatGPT to your contact list. Users can make calls on iPhone’s, old flip phones, and even a rotary phone….

KFC Takes On New Concept Focused On Sauces

The prototype is called 'Saucy' and aims to modernize the "finger lickin' good" slogan.

KFC is taking on a new concept with its newest location. The fast food chain is testing out a new restaurant that focuses solely on sauce and dips. It centers around 11 new dips and chicken tenders. The prototype is called ‘Saucy’ and aims to modernize the “finger lickin’ good” slogan. It is set to open Friday in Orlando, Florida,…

Frontier Airlines Introduces “GoWild!” Deal For Flights

It costs $299 and once purchased, you can book tickets on select Frontier flights for just a penny, but there are some restrictions.

Frontier Airlines has announced an “all you can fly” pass. The deal dubbed “GoWild!” includes a year’s worth of unlimited flights. It will be valid for travel between May 1 and April 30 of 2026. It costs $299 and once purchased, you can book tickets on select Frontier flights for just a penny, but there are some restrictions. Not every…

Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates For Second Time This Year

The Fed said the economy is strong overall and has made significant progress over the past two years.

The Federal Reserve announced its second interest rate cut of the year Wednesday. The agency decreased its benchmark rate by a quarter percentage point to a range of 4.25% to 4.5%. That means rates have dropped by a full percentage point since September. The Fed said the economy is strong overall and has made significant progress over the past two…

Union Over Starbucks Workers Authorize Potential Strike

The union represents over 10,000 baristas and has been urging Starbucks to increase wages and staffing at its stores.

Workers United has authorized a potential strike for Starbucks workers. The union represents over 10,000 baristas and has been urging Starbucks to increase wages and staffing at its stores as well as implement better schedules. The union has been bargaining delegation that represents workers at 525 locations. It argues the coffee giant has yet to offer a comprehensive economic package….