Author: Annelyn Russ

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A Change Of Leadership Comes In Florence

Lethonia Barnes accepted the city's top post during a swearing-in ceremony at Francis Marion University.
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A change in leadership occurred in Florence Tuesday. In 2020, Mayor Teresa Myers-Ervin made history after becoming the first woman and first African American elected as mayor of the town. Tuesday, she wrapped up her 14-year political career touting her accomplishments while delivering a message to her community. She said she has no plans to run for office again. Myers-Ervin’s…

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Three Toys Inducted In The National Toy Hall Of Fame

The addition of My Little Pony is specifically special after it was a finalist seven times before finally being inducted.
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Three toys are being added to the National Toy Hall of Fame this year. The Strong National Museum of Play announced that My Little Pony, Phase 10 and Transformers were inducted to the famous list. The three were among 12 finalists, including trampolines, balloons and more. The museum’s vice president for collections and chief curator said the inductees are each…

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KFC Files Lawsuit Against Church’s Texas Chicken

KFC accuses Church's of violating its trademark rights
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Two well known chicken chains are currently in a dispute. KFC has filed a lawsuit against Church’s Texas Chicken. It accuses Church’s of violating its trademark rights when its competitor began using the words “Original Recipe” in its advertising and promotions. The lawsuit claims that beginning September 30, KFC noticed Church’s “abruptly” began using the phrase and ignored letters sent…

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Jack Teixeira Sentenced After Pleading Guilty To Leaking Classified Docs

Prosecutors requested the max of 17-years, but his lawyers argued for the low end of the range.
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Jack Teixeira was sentenced Tuesday after pleading guilty to leaking classified military documents. The former Massachusetts Air National Guard member admitted to sharing the sensitive secret information online through the platform ‘Discord.’ Teixeira was arrested in April of 2023. In March, Teixeira pled guilty to six counts of willful retention and transmission of national defense information under the Espionage Act….

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Trump Appoints Elon Musk & Vivek Ramaswamy To Control New Department

It will not be a federal agency in the U.S. government but will provide advice and guidance "outside of government."
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Donald Trump announced two billionaires will take control over the a new department. The president-elect is adding a new “Department of Government Efficiency.” It will not be a federal agency in the U.S. government but will provide advice and guidance “outside of government.” Instead, it will partner with the White House and office of management and budget to “drive structural…

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Police Identify 7-Year-Old Victim Of Fatal Shooting In Robeson County

Quazariya Williams was shot and treated on the scene before being airlifted to a hospital where the child later died. 
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Maxton police have identified the 7-year-old girl who was shot and killed in Robeson County. The shooting occurred around 2pm Sunday along East Graham Street in Maxton. 31-year-old Dedric Page is accused of firing several shots into a car occupied by five people including the girl and her mother. Quazariya Williams was shot and treated on the scene before being…

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New Hotel Coming To Surfside Beach

Construction is scheduled to break ground in the spring with plans to open before summer in 2027.
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Mayor of Surfside Beach, Robert Krouse, announced a new hotel is coming to the town. The Hampton Inn and Suites will be built on the lot next to Johnny D’s along Highway 17 Business. It is expected cost around $18 million. Plans for the new place to stay includes 145 rooms, an indoor pool and conference space. Krouse said, “Besides…

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Two Restaurants To Permanently Close In Garden City

The owners took to social media to share a new restaurant is set to replace Old Chicago.
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A few Garden City restaurants will be closing their doors for good. Old Chicago Pizza and Taproom as well as Flapjack’s Pancake Cabin will be permanently closed starting on December 1. The owners took to social media to share a new restaurant is set to replace Old Chicago. The Bohemian Bull Tavern and Beer Garden is expected to open as…

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Robeson Co. Authorities Work To Learn More Fatal Shooting Details

Two people were shot and one of the victims did not survive the injuries they sustained.
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An investigation is underway in Robeson County. Monday evening, multiple community members reported an incident that took place in the area of the 1600 block of NC 710 North. It occurred just outside of Pembroke. Two people were shot and one of the victims did not survive the injuries they sustained. Further details are limited as officials work to reveal…

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Investigation Opened After Man Found Shot In Florence

Shots were fired on Yvonne Street Monday night, but a certain time was not released.
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A shooting in Florence left one person hurt. Shots were fired on Yvonne Street Monday night, but a certain time was not released. One man is reportedly in critical condition as a result of the incident. Details remain extremely limited and police are investigating the circumstances that led up to the shooting.

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