Author: Annelyn Russ

Convenience Store Chains Ranked Through Surveys

The chains were scored from zero-100 on categories including, hours and locations, food quality, coffee freshness, wait times and speedy checkout.

The American Customer Satisfaction Index conducted its first ever convenience store study. American’s were able to rank their favorite spots to refill their gas tanks and their stomachs. The surveys took place over a seven month time frame ending in September. The chains were scored from zero-100 on categories including, hours and locations, food quality, coffee freshness, wait times and…

NYC Mayor Adams Files Motion To Dismiss Charge In Indictment

Adams is accused of accepting travel benefits and illegal campaign contributions from a Turkish official and other foreign nationals in exchange for political favors.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams filed a motion to dismiss one of the five federal charges against him. In a 57-page indictment, Adams was charged last week with bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance violations. His attorney has now requested for the court to dismiss the charge alleging bribery. Adams is accused of accepting travel benefits and illegal campaign contributions…

Ryan Routh Pleads Not Guilty To Trump Assassination Attempt

Routh faces five charges including the assassination attempt, gun charges and assaulting an officer.

The suspect accused in Donald Trump’s second assassination attempt has pleaded not guilty. Armed with a rifle between two bags packed with bulletproof plates, Ryan Routh allegedly had a clear shot of the 6th hole green at the golf course Trump was playing on. The suspect was spotted by Secret Service who was ahead of the former president. The agents…

Takeaways From The Vice Presidential Debate

Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz faced off during the showdown.

The Vice Presidential Debate was held Tuesday night. Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz faced off during the showdown. It was policy-focused with both explaining their takes and plans regarding escalating tensions in the Middle East, immigration, inflation, health care, abortion, and other key issues. The two focused on substance rather than personal attacks. However, the mics…

Hurricane Helene Death Toll Surpasses 160

Over 113 people have been found dead in the Carolinas alone.

The death toll from Hurricane Helene’s wreckage has surpassed 160. Authorities are working to airdrop supplies, restore power and clear roads after massive rainfall left people stranded and without shelter. Over 113 people have been found dead in the Carolinas alone. President Biden is making a trip to North Carolina Wednesday to visit the areas devastated by flooding. He is…

Vacation Myrtle Beach Offers Discount Prices For Helene Evacuees

The discount prices are available for displaced people through October 20.

Vacation Myrtle Beach is offering discounts for people impacted by Hurricane Helene. Three of its locations are charging between $39 to $49 a night for qualifying guests. The discounted rates are being offered at Captain’s Quarters Resort, Crown Reef Beach Resort and Water park as well as Hotel Blue in Myrtle Beach. The discount prices are available for displaced people…

Organizations & Businesses Taking Donations For Those Impacted By Helene

You can donate essentials including clothing, toiletries, feminine hygiene products, canned goods and more.

To help those impacted by Hurricane Helene’s path of destruction, many organizations are working to collect supplies through charity drives. You can donate essentials including clothing, toiletries, feminine hygiene products, canned goods, bottled water, pet food, diapers, baby formula and more. Neal and Pam’s Bar and Grill: accepting items until Tuesday at both locations Best Home & Property Services: collecting…

S.C. Army National Guard Members Deployed To Help With Helene Relief

More than 680,000 residents remain without power across the state.

In response to Hurricane Helene, 600 soldiers from the S.C. Army National Guard have been deployed to help with disaster relief across the state. The service members are helping clean up debris, isolate downed power lines, as well as distribution of food and water. Additional personnel will be brought to S.C., including a Red Horse unit from Florida. More than…

Marlboro County Releases New Safety Protocols For Football Games

All high school students must have a school-issued ID to attend the game without an adult.

Marlboro County High School has made several changes to it’s safety procedures and protocols for it’s football games. The new procedures include additional law enforcement presence and additional lighting in the stadium and front parking areas. Everyone must be seated during the game unless they are visiting the concession stand or restrooms. Elementary and middle school students must now be…

One Woman Shot Outside Of A Florence Motel

The victim was shot Monday evening outside the Baymont Inn along W. Lucas Street.

A woman was taken to a hospital after an incident outside a motel in Florence. The victim was shot Monday evening outside the Baymont Inn along W. Lucas Street. The woman was struck in the hand and is expected to be ok. Details remain extremely limited as investigators are working to reveal more about the events leading up to the…