Author: Annelyn Russ

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S.C. Gamecocks To Be Featured In Netflix SEC Docuseries

The Gamecocks finished eighth in the SEC and are set to play Illinois in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl on December 31.
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The South Carolina Gamecocks will be featured in an upcoming Netflix docuseries. Fans will be able to get a behind-the-scenes look at the team’s 2024 season through Netflix’s eight-episode series. The show will follow several teams in the powerhouse Southeastern Conference. The Gamecocks finished eighth in the SEC and are set to play Illinois in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl on…

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One Injured During Two-Alarm House Fire In Horry County

The flames broke out at a home around 2:30pm in the area of Pee Dee Road near St. John Road.
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Horry County Fire Rescue crews responded to a two-alarm fire Wednesday. The flames broke out at a home around 2:30pm in the area of Pee Dee Road near St. John Road. The fire was under control just before 4pm. The home sustained “heavy fire damage.” One person was injured and taken to a hospital. Their condition is unknown at this…

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One Injured During Incident At A Florence Medical Center

A man reportedly struck a vehicle in the parking lot of the center on East Cheves Street.
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Last Wednesday an incident occurred at the McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence County. A man reportedly struck a vehicle in the parking lot of the center on East Cheves Street. A security officer of the facility occupied the vehicle at the time and called for assistance. Another security officer attempted to stop the driver who refused to listen. During…

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OpenAI Says Users Can Now Call ChatGPT

Calling with ChatGPT comes with 15 minutes of free calling for users with a phone plan in the U.S..
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OpenAI is making ChatGPT the “everything app” with its recent move. The tech giant has made the assisting feature available through phone calls and messages on ‘WhatsApp.’ As of Thursday, you can call ChatGPT or message it through ‘WhatsApp’ by adding 1-800-ChatGPT to your contact list. Users can make calls on iPhone’s, old flip phones, and even a rotary phone….

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KFC Takes On New Concept Focused On Sauces

The prototype is called 'Saucy' and aims to modernize the "finger lickin' good" slogan.
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KFC is taking on a new concept with its newest location. The fast food chain is testing out a new restaurant that focuses solely on sauce and dips. It centers around 11 new dips and chicken tenders. The prototype is called ‘Saucy’ and aims to modernize the “finger lickin’ good” slogan. It is set to open Friday in Orlando, Florida,…

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Frontier Airlines Introduces “GoWild!” Deal For Flights

It costs $299 and once purchased, you can book tickets on select Frontier flights for just a penny, but there are some restrictions.
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Frontier Airlines has announced an “all you can fly” pass. The deal dubbed “GoWild!” includes a year’s worth of unlimited flights. It will be valid for travel between May 1 and April 30 of 2026. It costs $299 and once purchased, you can book tickets on select Frontier flights for just a penny, but there are some restrictions. Not every…

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Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates For Second Time This Year

The Fed said the economy is strong overall and has made significant progress over the past two years.
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The Federal Reserve announced its second interest rate cut of the year Wednesday. The agency decreased its benchmark rate by a quarter percentage point to a range of 4.25% to 4.5%. That means rates have dropped by a full percentage point since September. The Fed said the economy is strong overall and has made significant progress over the past two…

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Union Over Starbucks Workers Authorize Potential Strike

The union represents over 10,000 baristas and has been urging Starbucks to increase wages and staffing at its stores.
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Workers United has authorized a potential strike for Starbucks workers. The union represents over 10,000 baristas and has been urging Starbucks to increase wages and staffing at its stores as well as implement better schedules. The union has been bargaining delegation that represents workers at 525 locations. It argues the coffee giant has yet to offer a comprehensive economic package….

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Amazon Workers On Strike Amid Busy Season

Workers authorized the strikes after Amazon ignored a Sunday deadline the union set for contract negotiations.
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Amid the busy holiday season, several Amazon facilities decided to go on strike Thursday. The move comes as an effort by the Teamsters to pressure the e-commerce company for a labor agreement. Workers authorized the strikes after Amazon ignored a Sunday deadline the union set for contract negotiations. Teamsters represent around 10,000 workers at 10 Amazon facilities, but only seven…

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Myrtle Beach To Host Holiday Drone Show

It will feature over 100 illuminated drones displaying choreographed runs in the sky above Plyer Park.
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Myrtle Beach is set to host its first ever holiday drone show. The event comes as part of the Winter Wonderland at the Beach festivities. It will feature over 100 illuminated drones displaying choreographed runs in the sky above Plyer Park downtown. Sky Elements will be running the show that is powered by solar generators. The show will be put…

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