Author: Annelyn Russ

Two Oyster Roast Events Happening On The Grand Strand

There will be live music, local beers, arts and craft vendors, as well as local oysters.

There are two oyster roasts being held along the Grand Strand this weekend. The inaugural Oyster Roast for the Coast is going down in North Myrtle Beach. Boardwalk Billy’s will have 30,000 oysters available as well as BBQ and hush puppies. The event will feature live entertainment by Randy Atwood and The Renegades as well as Magician Eric Hall. It…

BJ’s Wholesale Club To Officially Open Myrtle Beach Location

The retailer's first Myrtle Beach club is located at 136 Palmas Drive.

BJ’s Wholesale Club is finally opening its doors on Friday! The retailer’s first Myrtle Beach club is located at 136 Palmas Drive. It will feature an onsite BJ’s gas station as well as offer value on everyday essentials in a convenient one-stop shop. You must have a membership to shop at the club in which you can save up to…

Three Arrested In Connection To An Armed Robbery

The suspects were identified as 47-year-old Jonathan Ward, 51-year-old Tara Lance and 18-year-old Quame Singleton.

Three people were arrested following an armed robbery in Georgetown County. The robbery occurred at a motel which led to a police pursuit after the suspects failed to stop. The chase traveled outside city limits and ended when deputies deployed stop sticks on Gapway Road near Garrison Road. The suspected vehicle rolled over. Two men fled but one woman was…

Man Arrested For Assault With A Crowbar

The victim was knocked out and sustained critical head injuries that could lead to death.

An arrest has been made in connection to an assault that unfolded in Darlington County. On Tuesday, a victim was at their home when they were struck by a crowbar. The victim was knocked out and sustained critical head injuries that could lead to death. They were transported to a hospital but their current condition is unknown. An investigation led…

One Suspect Arrested And Another Wanted For Florence Bar Shooting

The incident happened on February 8 at the Red Circle Entertainment Center located on S. Irby Street.

One man has been arrested and a second suspect is still at large following a shooting in Florence County. The incident happened on February 8 at the Red Circle Entertainment Center located on S. Irby Street. 19-year-old Jamari Graham allegedly robbed a victim before shooting them. That individual is recovering from a gunshot wound to the head. Graham was arrested…

18-Year-Old Motorcyclist Dies During Police Pursuit

A South Carolina Highway Patrol trooper attempted to pull over a motorcycle in which the driver refused to stop.

An 18-year-old motorcyclist died in Horry County Wednesday. Around 4:30pm a South Carolina Highway Patrol trooper attempted to pull over a motorcycle in which the driver refused to stop. The motorcyclist continued through the intersection of Highways 544 and 814. They collided with a vehicle before striking another vehicle. One person was taken to a hospital to be treated for…

Subway Brings Back Discounted Footlong Promotion

The offer is only available via the eater's app or website with the code "699FL."

Subway is bringing back one of its biggest deals for a limited time. The sandwich chain is resurrecting its discounted footlong promotion. Starting Friday, Subway will sell any footlong sandwich for $6.99, which is down from the average $14 sub. However, the offer is only available via the eater’s app or website with the code “699FL.” “With the return of…

Amazon Reveals Revamped Version Of Alexa

Alexa+ costs $19.99-per-month but will be free for Amazon Prime members, with early access coming next month.

Amazon unveiled a revamped version of it’s Alexa. Alexa+ is more conversational and can incorporate a user’s personal preferences into answers. It can also handle certain tasks on a human’s behalf, such as booking concert tickets. Alexa+ will also be able to answer questions about a user’s surroundings using an Echo Show device. The new service is bringing the popular…

Pentagon Releases New Policy Regarding Transgender Troops

Any service members processed for separation would be “afforded all statutorily required rights and benefits.”

The Pentagon has released its new policy for transgender troops to serve in the military. The memo requires military members to demonstrate they have never attempted to transition to any sex other than the one they were born as. It also directs the military to identify transgender service members by March 26 and “separate” or remove those who don’t obtain…

Trump Holds First Cabinet Meeting Of Second Term

Elon Musk was a key part of the meeting as Trump backed an email he sent out to federal employees.

President Trump held the first cabinet meeting of his second term Wednesday. The meeting was attended by Elon Musk who is not a cabinet member, but leads the administration’s Department of Government Efficiency. Musk was a key part of the meeting as Trump backed an email he sent out to federal employees requesting that they report on their accomplishments over…