Author: Annelyn Russ

Starlink Offers Free Service To Helene Impacted Areas

The FCC often grants such emergency temporary approvals during disasters to help restore wireless and internet services.

Starlink is offering free services to those impacted by Hurricane Helene. The U.S. Federal Communications Commission has allowed Elon Musk’s SpaceX and T-Mobile to enable Starlink satellites with direct-to-cell capability to provide coverage for cell phones in areas of North Carolina hard-hit by Helene. The FCC often grants such emergency temporary approvals during disasters to help restore wireless and internet…

One Year Anniversary Of Oct. 7 Attack Against Israel

Since then, the war has been underway in Gaza with over 41,000 people killed.

Monday marks the one year anniversary of the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks on Israel. Hundreds of people gathered at the site of the Nova festival to honor those killed there that day. Hours later, a memorial was held at an area where one in four residents were killed or taken as hostages. Around 1,200 people were killed and about 250…

New ASL Statue To Be Added To Myrtle Beach’s Public Art Collection

The statue displays the ASL sign for "I love you."

A new piece is being added to Myrtle Beach’s public art collection. The statue was designed by students from the S.C. School for the Deaf and Blind. It displays the ASL sign for “I love you.” The piece highlights accessibility and deaf culture. The cost for installing and transporting the statue is still under review. An unveiling date has not…

Trader Joe’s To Open Myrtle Beach Location

As of right now the exact location is unknown.

A popular grocery chain is making its way to the Grand Strand! Trader Joe’s confirmed that they’re bringing a store to Myrtle Beach. As of right now the exact location is unknown. The company also isn’t sure of a timeline for opening yet. However, plans will be shared on Trader Joe’s website once they know.

Two Cases Of West Nile Virus Confirmed In Myrtle Beach Area

The city is increasing its regular spraying and eradication efforts as a precaution.

Two cases of West Nile Virus have been confirmed in Myrtle Beach. The disease is spread through mosquitoes. The city is increasing its regular spraying and eradication efforts as a precaution. The actions include more intense aerial spraying to treat adult mosquitoes, treating standing water and assisting the Department of Health in trapping mosquitoes for inspection. To help avoid mosquito…

Deadline For South Carolina Voters To Register

If you're already registered to vote, make sure your information is up to date.

The deadline for South Carolina voters to register before the General Election is here. Friday is the last day you can register in person. The deadline to register to vote online, by fax or email is Sunday. The deadline by mail is Monday. It must be postmarked by October 7. If you’re already registered to vote, make sure your information…

Florence Police Need Help Identifying Two Suspects Of Burglaries

The first incident occurred shortly after 10am Thursday at a home on Thornblade Drive. 

Florence County police need help locating two people wanted in connection to a series of burglaries. The first incident occurred shortly after 10am Thursday at a home on Thornblade Drive. Two people were dressed in white shirts and blue pants. They reportedly drove a white Mazda SUV. Then around 12:30pm that same day, two burglaries unfolded in the area of…

Darlington Co. Crash Leaves Two People Dead And One Injured

A 2014 Nissan Sentra was traveling east while a 2007 Toyota Avalon was heading west.

A crash in Darlington County left two people dead and one injured. The accident happened just before 1:30am Friday morning on Highway 151 near Gum Circle. A 2014 Nissan Sentra was traveling east while a 2007 Toyota Avalon was heading west. The driver of the Sentra died at the scene meanwhile the passenger of that vehicle was transported to a…

McDonald’s To Release New Take On Popular Big Mac Sandwich

The new sandwich is the Chicken Big Mac which swaps out the two all-beef patties for a pair of chicken patties.

McDonald’s is releasing a new take on one of it’s famous sandwiches. The new sandwich is the Chicken Big Mac which swaps out the two all-beef patties for a pair of chicken patties. Other than that, all the original Big Mac toppings are the same including the sauce. The new menu option will be available at all locations for a…

Caitlin Clark Named WNBA Rookie Of The Year

The rookie received all but one of the 67 votes from a national media panel of sports writers and broadcasters.

To no surprise, Caitlin Clark was named WNBA Rookie of the Year. The Indiana Fever guard set the WNBA single-season assists record with 337, an accomplishment which included a league-record 19 assists in one game. Clark’s 8.4 assists per game average is also a WNBA record. In addition, Clark became the first rookie to record a triple-double. She holds the…