Author: Annelyn Russ

Fires
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Wildfires Continue Blazing Across The Carolinas

Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency Sunday as the fire threat continues.
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Heavy smoke continues to linger as wildfires scorch acres across the Carolinas. The Carolina Forest fire is estimated to be 1,600 acres and was 30% contained as of Monday morning. It’s among 163 wildfires burning a total of 5,483 acres across South Carolina alone. Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency Sunday as the fire threat continues. Officials said…

Safety
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Safety Tips To Keep In Mind Amid Wildfires

Be aware of any emergency alerts and follow instructions provided by authorities.
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As wildfires continue to burn across many communities, there are some safety tips to keep in mind. It’s important to check the air quality in your area. That can be viewed through your phone’s weather app. You’re also urged to stay inside if authorities tell you to do so. When inside, choose a room you can close off from outside…

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Grand Strand Businesses Taking Donations For Those Impacted By Wildfires

Some are collecting items such as cases of water, energy drinks, fruit, individually packaged snacks and more.
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Several businesses along the Grand Strand are accepting donations for first responders and people who are feeling the impacts from the wildfires. The Carolina Forest Community Church is partnering with Vines Restoration Plumbing to serve as the donation community site. It’s located at 1381 Carolina Forest Boulevard. They’re collecting socks, chapstick, zero sugar gatorade or powerade, protein bars and more….

Police
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Bennettsville Police Chief Retiring After Eight Years

City manager William Simon Jr. said Kevin Miller oversaw countless improvements in public safety.
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The Bennettsville chief of police announced plans to retire. Kevin Miller has been a steadfast leader of the department for eight years. City manager William Simon Jr. said Miller oversaw countless improvements in public safety and worked tirelessly to protect and serve the residents of Bennettsville. Assistant police Chief Sammy Crosland will serve as acting chief. He has 28 years…

Crash
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Single-Vehicle Crash Leaves One Person Dead

The car proceeded to hit a median before going over an embankment and overturning.
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A crash in Horry County resulted in the death of one person Sunday. The accident occurred around 2am near Highway 707. A Hyundai Sonata was heading south when it veered off the left side of the road and struck a concrete barrier. The car proceeded to hit a median before going over an embankment and overturning. The driver was the…

Wanted
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Man Wanted For Assaulting His Grandfather

The suspect was under the influence of alcohol when he became enraged.
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Marlboro County police are searching for a man wanted in connection to a brutal assault. Deputies responded to a medical facility where an elderly man was receiving treatment. He informed them that his grandson, 25-year-old Loshan Bennett, was under the influence of alcohol when he became enraged after he was asked to find alternative living arrangements. Bennett reportedly pulled a…

Moon
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Second American Company Lands Spacecraft On The Moon

The goal is to send astronauts to the moon as early as 2027 under NASA's Artemis Campaign.
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Firefly Aerospace is now the second American company to land a spacecraft on the moon. The Texas-based company was hired by NASA to carry a fleet of scientific instruments to the moon’s Earth-facing side to study its environment. The uncrewed lander, dubbed Blue Ghost, made its touch down early Sunday on the lunar surface after over six weeks traveling millions…

Flights
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American Airlines Adding More Time To Boarding Process

American Airlines' gate agents and flight attendants will have more time to complete their pre-departure duties
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American Airlines is shaking things up with their boarding process. Starting May 1, the airline will add five minutes to the overall boarding time for all of its flights. A spokesperson said, “this extra time will deliver a smoother boarding experience for customers by allowing for pauses between boarding groups, relieving congestion on the jet bridge, and allowing customers to…

Measles
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Measles Outbreak Continues To Spike In Texas

The outbreak has killed one child, making it the first U.S. measles death in a decade.
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The measles outbreak in Texas is continuing to grow. Nearly 150 cases have been reported and more are expected to have been exposed. Hundreds of thousands of people in San Antonio could have been exposed over Valentine’s Day weekend alone. The outbreak has killed one child, making it the first U.S. measles death in a decade. Most of the state’s…

Trump
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Trump And Zelenskyy Get Into Heated Back And Forth During Meeting

The meeting ended in a back and forth between Trump and Zelenskyy, who was asked to leave the White House.
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President Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for being “disrespectful” during a meeting at the White House on Friday. Zelenskyy was expected to sign the deal allowing the U.S. greater access to Ukraine’s rare Earth minerals. However, the plan was ditched after a heated engagement between the leaders. Zelenskyy’s main objective going into the meeting was to urge Trump not…

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