Author: Annelyn Russ

Trains
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France’s Rail Network Is Target Of Attacks Ahead Of The Olympics

French officials condemned the attacks as "criminal actions," though they said there was no sign of a direct link to the games.
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France’s rail network was the target of widespread acts of vandalism Friday, including arson. The attacks come as many are using the transportation to travel to the area for the Olympic Games. The attacks halted travel to Paris from across the rest of France and Europe, keeping Olympic athletes and more from reaching the opening ceremony. French officials condemned the…

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The Olympics To Kick Off In Paris

The last time the Olympics were hosted in Paris was exactly a century ago.
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Over a billion people around the world are expected to tune in Friday as the Olympics kicks off. Over 10,000 athletes will be in Paris for what is expected to be the most ambitious opening ceremony ever. To commemorate the official start of the Olympics, organizers have spent years orchestrating a dynamic and unique French affair. The ceremony starts at…

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The Obamas Endorse Kamala Harris’ Bid For The White House

The Harris campaign shared the news through a video showing her on a phone call with Barack and Michelle.
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The Obamas have formally thrown their support behind Vice President Kamala Harris’ bid for the White House. The Harris campaign shared the news through a video showing her on a phone call with Barack and Michelle. In the video, Michelle says she is proud of Harris and that this election will be “historic,” before the former president shared they were…

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First S.C. Solar Panel EV Charging Station Built By Students Of Training Program

The money made by drivers using the chargers will go back into the program to help in training more people.
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South Carolina now has it’s first solar panel EV charging station. The four-car port was built in Georgetown County by 14 students enrolled in a solar and renewable energy training program. They were each paid $12 an hour and it took less than a month to complete the project. Though they were paid, the solar paneled EV station was also…

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SCDOT To Host Public Input Meeting Regarding Two Horry Co. Road Projects

Improvements include new pavement markings, high visibility crosswalks, countdown signal heads and more.
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The South Carolina Department of Transportation is set to host a meeting for public input next month. Community members are invited to attend and deliver their comments on planned safety-improvement projects along two roadways in Horry County. Construction along Robert Grissom Parkway will take place between Stalvey Avenue to Executive Avenue or Cannon Road. Work on Socastee Boulevard will be…

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The Lake Paul Wallace Dam Breached Again

The water was rushing under the bridge, however, unlike the last breach situation, no mandatory evacuations were issued.
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The Lake Paul Wallace Dam in Bennettsville has breached again. It was said the dam burst at the end of Beauty Spot Road. The incident caused part of the roadway to wash out. SCDHEC has been monitoring the dam since it first breached in May. The agency also recently conducted an inspection of the structure. Engineers noticed an issue a…

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Girlfriend Of Brittanee Drexel’s Convicted Killer Pleads Guilty To Lying

Angel Vause pleads guilty to two counts of giving false statements to the FBI of the events leading up to, during and after the incident.
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The long-time girlfriend of Brittanee Drexel’s convicted killer has admitted to lying to investigators regarding the 2009 murder. Drexel was visiting Myrtle Beach at the time and was initially reported missing. However, her remains were discovered 15-years later. Raymond Moody was arrested in 2022 and later found guilty and sentenced to prison. Angel Vause was a part of the case…

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Family Of Young Girl Suing HCS And Bus Driver After Incident

The girl was not injured but allegedly suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder as a result and is undergoing therapy.
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Horry County Schools and a former bus driver are being sued. In August 2023, Pee Dee Elementary student Alliza Floyd refused to get off the bus at her stop. The 8-year-old was reportedly scared of dogs that were outside. After over a minute of telling her to get off, driver, Thomas Interlandi allegedly closed the door on her arm and…

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Man Arrested After Allegedly Sexually Assaulting Woman In North Myrtle Beach

The victim informed authorities that she was alone when a stranger approached her on the dance floor and told her she was being kicked out of the bar for being too drunk.
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A North Carolina man has been arrested and charged in connection to a sexual assault incident in North Myrtle Beach. 49-year-old Douglas Steadman Jr. is accused of forcing a woman to commit sexual acts three times during a span of around 25 minutes. The incident took place at the Sky Bar along Main Street. Officers responded around 11:30pm and witnessed…

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Adults Between 18 And 26 Could Score A Free Cruise

Passengers in the eligible age range must be sailing with their parent, guardian or caregiver to qualify.
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If you are young enough to still be on your parents’ health insurance, you could get a free cruise. Adults-only cruise line Virgin Voyages is offering complimentary fares to guests between 18 and 26 years old through the end of this year. Travelers must book their cruise by August 23. However, there is a catch. Passengers in the eligible age…

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