A single-vehicle crash in Florence County claimed the life of one person. The accident happened at around 9pm Tuesday. A Ford Mustang was traveling east on West New Hope road near Rainbow Road when it veered to the left and struck a ditch before overturning. One person died. Two other occupants were taken to hospitals to be treated for injuries…
There will be several eateries open on Thanksgiving. Consumers will have many options including McDonalds, Subway, Starbucks, Dunkin, Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, Wendy’s, Burger King, Cracker Barrel, Golden Corral, IHop, Krispy Kreme, Waffle House, and a few others. However, keep in mind that hours will vary based on location. Some restaurants that will be closed include Chick-fil-A, Chipotle, Panera…
The National Park Service announced plans to increase fees for international tourists who visit U.S. parks each year. The announcement proclaimed “America-First Entry Fee Policies” and comes as National Parks have faced significant staff reduction and major budget cuts. That’s on top of recovering from damages during the recent government shutdown as well as crucial lost revenue due to failure…
Four suspects have been arrested in connection to the significant Louvre heist. The theft occurred on October 19 in which the burglars made off with $102 million worth of jewels in under 8 minutes during daylight. They used a freight lift to reach the museum’s window, climbed through, and used disc cutters to break into the display cases. Two broke…
There are several events to celebrate Thanksgiving coming up. On Wednesday, the city of Dillon is set to host a Thanksgroovin’ Eve Concert. It will feature live music by Thomas Road, local shopping, fellowship, and more. It will be held along S. Railroad Avenue downtown from 6-10pm. Darlington is hosting a Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway Wednesday starting at 11:30am at Darlington…
The Latta Police Department launched a new initiative dubbed Operation Drug Takedown. The plan has been in the works for sometime now and aims to crack down on illegal drug distribution within town limits. The move comes after a reported uptick in community concerns over illegal drugs, which often involves violence and crime that impacts neighborhoods. As part of the…
A two-vehicle crash in Horry County resulted in critical injuries. The accident occurred around 4pm Monday in the area of Pine Needle Drive and Bruce Drive in the Longs community. It involved a motorcycle. The roadway was closed for an extended time. Further details remain limited but the South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating the crash with assistance from the…
One man is facing charges in connection to a Darlington County shooting. Last Friday, police responded to a home along Cherry Laurel Drive in the Hartsville area on reports of shots-fired. Upon arrival, a woman was found shot in the chest and was taken to a hospital to be treated. Her current condition is unknown. Willie Richardson II has since…
A Dillon man has been charged following a fatal crash in Florence County. The accident happened Sunday evening when a Buick sedan was traveling north on North Kershaw Street near Buckwalters Lane. Meanwhile, a Dodge sedan was traveling the opposite direction when the Buick veered over the center line and struck the Dodge. The driver of the Dodge was taken…
There will be many businesses open and many others closed on Thanksgiving Day. Major retailers like Walmart, Costco, Aldi, Sam’s Club, Target, and others, plan to be closed for the holiday. Meanwhile, a few grocery and retail chains will remain open for any last-minute essentials. That includes, CVS from 9am-2pm and Dollar General while operating on various modified hours. Dollar…
