Author: Annelyn Russ

Immigration
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Immigration Applications Halted For 19 Countries Under Travel Bans

The U.S. placed a travel ban on 12 countries and restricted access for those from seven others, citing national security concerns.
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The Trump administration is halting all immigration applications for people from 19 countries under a travel ban. The pause puts on hold a range of immigration-related decisions such as green card applications or naturalizations for immigrants from those 19 countries that the Trump administration has deemed high-risk. In June, the administration banned travel to the U.S. by citizens of 12…

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Ribbon Cutting Held For MYR Terminal Expansion

The ceremony honored the new Concourse Expansion.
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A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for an expansion at the Myrtle Beach International Airport. The ceremony honored the new Concourse Expansion. The $90 million investment will provide 50,000 square feet of new terminal space and six new terminals to better serve travelers. It also features new flooring, updated signage, modern restrooms, and enhanced dining and shopping options, all designed…

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Woman Arrested In Connection To Motel Stabbing

The situation unfolded on Nov. 13 at the Baymont Inn and Suites on West Lucas Street.
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A 19-year-old is now facing charges following a stabbing incident in Florence County. The situation unfolded on Nov. 13 at the Baymont Inn and Suites on West Lucas Street. Alaya Fleming is accused of stabbing an employee of the motel several times after a verbal argument. The victim was taken to a hospital to be treated for life-threatening injuries. Fleming…

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Man Facing Charges After Attempting To Hit Officer

The officer was standing outside their vehicle during a traffic stop on Saturday.
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One man is facing charges following a series of events in Horry County. 38-year-old Cassidy Harding allegedly attempted to hit an officer as they were standing outside their vehicle during a traffic stop on Saturday. Details remain extremely limited, but we do know Harding has been charged with attempted murder, resisting arrest, and several traffic offenses. Other charges include failure…

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Darlington Co. Crash Claims Life Of One Person

A vehicle crossed over the median and collided with a tractor-trailer truck.
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A crash in Darlington County claimed the life of one person. The accident happened around 4am Tuesday morning on Highway 52 near Bethea Baptist Retirement Community. A vehicle crossed over the median and collided with a tractor-trailer truck. The driver of the vehicle that crossed over was pronounced dead at the scene. Further details are limited.

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19 Y/O Dies In Florence County Shooting

19-year-old Zynaija Thomas was taken to a local hospital where she later died.
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A shooting in Florence County resulted in the death of one person. Around 11:30am Monday, 19-year-old Zynaija Thomas occupied a vehicle along Roberts Street. Another vehicle approached hers and shot into it. The woman was taken to a local hospital where she later died. The situation remains under investigation and anyone with information is urged to contact Florence County authorities.

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Holiday Bark Sold At Aldi’s Recalled Over Allergens

The Cookie Butter flavor was placed in the Pecan, Cranberry and Cinnamon packaging and vice versa.
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Holiday bark sold at Aldi has been recalled. The recall covers two different varieties of Silvestri Sweets Inc. Choceur-branded holiday barks. That includes Cookie Butter flavor and the Pecan, Cranberry, and Cinnamon flavor. It was placed due to the presence of undeclared allergens. It was discovered that there was a packaging mix-up, meaning the Cookie Butter flavor was placed in…

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TSA To Charge Fees For Travelers Without Real IDs

Travelers are still urged to get Real IDs by visiting their local DMV.
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Travelers in the U.S. who have not upgraded to a Real ID can still fly, but for a fee. Flyers without a Real ID, a passport or another acceptable form of ID will need to have their identities confirmed through a fee-based verification system called TSA Confirm.ID. The fee will cost $45 and comes after the TSA started requiring the…

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Several Tree Lighting Events Across The Grand Strand And Pee Dee

North Myrtle Beach is kicking off the holidays with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting.
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There will be several tree lighting ceremonies across the Grand Strand and Pee Dee this week. On Tuesday, the University of Pembroke will host the Lighting of Old Main. It will take place on the campus lawn at 6pm. North Myrtle Beach is kicking off the holidays with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting. It will be at McLean Park at…

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CCU Fires Football Head Coach Tim Beck

Defensive Coordinator Jeremiah Johnson will serve as interim coach.
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Coastal Carolina University has fired its head football coach. Across his three seasons, Tim Beck’s final record with the school was 20-18 overall and 13-10 in conference play. His run included a 8-5 record in 2023 and a bowl win in the Hawaii Bowl, a 6-7 record in 2024 and a 6-6 record in 2025. CCU’s Vice President of Athletics,…

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