Author: Annelyn Russ

USPS Retracts Ban On Accepting Parcels From China And Hong Kong

The agency is reversing its course saying it will work with Customs and Border Protection to implement a collection process.

The United States Postal Service made an announcement regarding connections with China and Hong Kong. Tuesday, the post office said it will no longer accept parcels from either after the U.S. imposed an additional 10% tariff on Chinese goods and ended a customs exception that allowed small value parcels to enter the U.S. without paying tax. Wednesday, however, the agency…

Spirit Airlines Announces New And Returning Flights From MYR

The new seasonal nonstop service will be from Myrtle Beach to Louisville that will launch on March 19.

Spirit Airlines is adding and resuming flights from Myrtle Beach International Airport. The new seasonal nonstop service will be from Myrtle Beach to Louisville that will launch on March 19. The seasonal nonstop services that are returning include flights to Cleveland, also launching on March 19, as well as to Rochester launching on April 10, Latrobe starting on May 7,…

Man Arrested After Over A Dozen Malnourished Dogs Seized

Police Department Environmental Services Officers responded to a property in the Juniper Road area.

One man was arrested after over a dozen dogs were seized in Horry County. Police Department Environmental Services Officers responded to a property in the Juniper Road area Monday after receiving an anonymous tip. Upon arrival, 13 malnourished dogs were taken and transported to the Horry County Animal Care Center. 44-year-old Michael Smalls now faces 13 counts of illegal animal…

Protesters Demonstrate In Downtown Myrtle Beach

The group got together at Highway 17 North and 9th Avenue North.

Protesters gathered to demonstrate in downtown Myrtle Beach Monday. The group got together at Highway 17 North and 9th Avenue North to protest as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement continues deportation operations across the nation. Some held signs that read phrases like “we’re not criminals, we’re hard workers,” and “lifting my voice for my family.” A few drivers honked in…

Witnesses Report Hearing Explosion As Florence Home Caught Fire

The flames were coming out of the garage area of a large single-family home.

Several fire units responded to a structure fire in the Florence area Monday. Shortly before 7pm, crews reported to a home located in the 3900 block of West Lake Drive. The flames were coming out of the garage area of a large single-family home. Neighbors and community members said they heard what sounded like a loud explosion just before the…

Two People Injured In Stabbing At Florence Hotel

An investigation revealed three people were staying in a room together when a fight broke out.

A verbal argument resulted in physical injuries Monday night in the Florence area. Around 8:15pm, police were called to the Hilton Garden Inn on Hospitality Boulevard. An investigation revealed three people were staying in a room together when a fight broke out. The two involved were presumably stabbed by each other. Both of the injured individuals were transported to a…

Starbucks Is Offering New Beverages In Honor Of Valentine’s Day

All the options are available starting Tuesday for a limited time while supplies last.

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, Starbucks has released two new beverages to celebrate. The first is called the Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Creme Frappuccino Blended Beverage. It is a mix of strawberry puree, frappuccino chips, milk and ice, finished with whipped cream and mocha drizzle. The second is the Chocolate Hazelnut Cookie Cold Brew. It is sweetened with vanilla syrup…

Uber Introduces New Feature For Travelers With Disabilities

Owners of a service animal can now go into their settings on the uber app and fill out an eligibility form.

Uber introduced a new feature designed to make traveling easier for people with disabilities. The ride app is now allowing customers to self-identify as owners of service animals. The feature aims to give drivers more of a heads up of when to expect a furry companion. Owners of a service animal can now go into their settings on the uber…

El Salvador Offers To House Criminal American Citizens And Deportees

El Salvador's president has offered to hold dangerous American criminals in custody in his country.

El Salvador has offered to house criminals who are American citizens and deportees of other nationalities. El Salvador’s president has offered to hold dangerous American criminals in custody in his country, including those of U.S. citizenship and legal residents. It comes as part of his tour through Central America and the Caribbean in support for President Trump’s immigration agenda, which…

Trump And Musk Move To Get Rid Of USAID

USAID provides crucial aid that funds education and fights starvation, epidemics and poverty overseas.

The Trump administration and Elon Musk made a move to get rid of the U.S. Agency for International Development. The agency provides crucial aid that funds education and fights starvation, epidemics and poverty overseas. Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency has launched efforts backed by Trump to fire government workers and cut trillions in government spending. USAID is one of his prime…