A shooting in Marlboro County resulted in the death of one person. Thursday night, police responded to J. Pledger Lane in Bennettsville. Upon arrival, a 23-year-old man was found lying in the road. He was unresponsive and it was determined that he had been shot. The man was transported to a hospital where he later died. His identity has not…
General Motors has issued a recall on more than 41,000 vehicles. The recall covers 2023 and 2024 Cadillac Lyriqs. It was placed due to an issued in which the video display may fail, resulting in a blank screen. The problem could lead to loss of view of the speedometer, warning lights and rear-view cameras. The issue increases the risk of…
An investigation is underway after a body was found deceased in Robeson County. Around 10am Thursday, police were called to the 500 block of Union Chapel Road in Pembroke on reports of an unresponsive person. Upon arrival, 66-year-old Dwayne Locklear’s body was found under a covered porch of a vacant home. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Evidence collected…
A highly anticipated and long awaited decision has been made in the NFL world. Aaron Rodgers future in the game has been in limbo as it was unsure if he would play this year. However, it has now been confirmed that the future hall of fame quarterback will take the field leading the Pittsburgh Steelers. Both parties agreed to terms…
A federal judge has put a halt to President Trump’s feud with Harvard University. The president recently signed a proclamation that blocks visas for foreign students planning to attend the Ivy League school. U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs has now temporarily blocked the proclamation after Harvard rushed to court to fight the decision. Burroughs issued her order before the government…
President Trump and one of his previous top advisors, Elon Musk, have found themselves in a very public dispute. The Tesla owner recently stepped down from his role on Trump’s administration stating that he is re-focusing his attention to his companies, including SpaceX. The billionaire took to social media to criticize Trump’s recent signature of his “big, beautiful bill.” He…
Coastal Carolina University has appointed it’s fourth president. Dr. James J. Winebrake is set to officially take on the role on Saturday. The new head of the school replaces Dr. Michael Benson, who was recently named the 27th president of West Virginia University. Winebrake’s appointment is a result of a nationwide search that kicked off in February. He is coming…
The 28th annual Corvettes at the Beach car show is returning to the Grand Strand. Hundreds of Corvettes will lineup in a lot at Broadway at the Beach on Saturday. This year the event will benefit Julie’s Kids and Canine Angels. The Myrtle Beach Corvette Club is expecting over 400 vehicles to participate. The car show is free for spectators…
Several bridges in Georgetown County are scheduled to close for repairs. The Department of Transportation announced the closure of the bridge along Old Pee Dee Road over Tyler Creek. The bridge on Bullard Road over Squirrel Run Creek will also be closed. Lastly, the bridge on Powell Road over Bonny Clabber Creek will not be accessible. Each of the structures…
The South Carolina Forestry Commission deemed the Covington Drive Wildfire officially “controlled.” The fire in the Carolina Forest area first ignited 95 days ago and burned 2,059 acres. A slew of emergency response organizations responded. That includes Horry County Fire Rescue, the S.C. National Guard and 56 local departments. Each of the organizations battled the flames and worked persistently to…
