Author: Annelyn Russ

Hospice Nurse Dies In Horry County Crash Involving Entrapment

A 2024 Toyota Corolla was crossing the highway into a middle median when it was struck.

A two-vehicle crash in horry county resulted in the death of one person. The accident occurred shortly before 4:30pm Tuesday along Highway 501 near West Perry Road. A 2024 Toyota Corolla was crossing the highway into a middle median when it was struck by a 2020 GMC Sierra pickup truck that was traveling south on 501. The incident involved entrapment….

National Taco Day Will Now Fall On A Tuesday Annually

In honor of the occasion, Taco Bell is dropping hourly $1 tacos throughout Tuesday.

Tuesday is the National Taco Day. The celebration used to be held every October 4. However, Taco Bell partnered with the National Day Calendar to move the festivities to the first Tuesday in October. Taco Tuesday’s are celebrated in eateries nationwide and now the National Taco Celebration Day will be on a Tuesday annually. In honor of the occasion, Taco…

Stellantis Recalls 194,000 Vehicles Due To Fire Risks

The fires occurred when the vehicles were parked and turned off.

Stellantis has placed a recall on 194,000 vehicles. The recall covers plug-in hybrid Jeep SUVs including some 2020-2024 model year Jeep Wranglers and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokees. It was placed after 13 fires were reported. The issue involves a battery component. The fires occurred when the vehicles were parked and turned off. Owners are advised to refrain from recharging and…

Workers Go On Strike Across The East And Gulf Coast Ports

Impacted products include, alcohol, furniture, vehicles, fruit and many more goods that come from foreign nations.

Nearly 50,000 members of the International Longshoremen’s Association went on strike Tuesday. The strikes are against the United State’s East and Gulf Coast ports, which will disrupt the flow of America’s imports and exports. The strikes will stop a wide variety of goods over the docks of almost all cargo ports from Maine to Texas. Products include, alcohol, furniture, vehicles,…

Vice Presidential Debate To Be Held Tonight

One difference between this and the presidential debate is their microphones will be live the entire time.

The Vice Presidential Debate is set to be hosted Tuesday night. Democrat Tim Walz and Republican JD Vance will face off in what is expected to be the last time the two campaigns square off on stage. The Trump campaign feels Vance is fully prepared for the debate Tuesday. It’s said Walz is a little nervous for Tuesday but will…

Israel Begins Limited Ground Incursions Into Lebanon

It also could mark the start of a potentially long fight against the group and a wide region war.

For the first time, Israel begins limited ground incursions into Lebanon. Israeli Defense Forces said they are beginning “limited, localized, and targeted ground raids based on precise intelligence against Hezbollah terrorist targets and infrastructure in southern Lebanon” in an operation called “Northern Arrows.” The IDF said, “these targets are located in villages close to the border and pose an immediate…

Hurricane Helene Death Toll Increases

Many people are unable to leave their locations or contact family members.

The death toll from Hurricane Helene has increased to at least 130. The number is expected to rise as hundreds of people remain unaccounted for. Many people are unable to leave their locations or contact family members where communication infrastructure was completely destroyed. Over two million customers are still without powers across the southeastern U.S. Tuesday. Extensive damage to roads…

National Night Out Celebration To Be Held In Myrtle Beach

Admission is free as well as parking, and all the food and drinks are included as well.

An event is set to be held in the Myrtle Beach area Tuesday. The ‘National Night Out’ celebration will feature food and fun activities for all ages. The event will take place at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center. Admission is free as well as parking, and all the food and drinks are included as well. Neighborhoods will compete in a…

S.C. Residents Can Reach Hotline For Information After Hurricane Helene

The information line number is 1-866-246-0133.

Hurricane Helene made it’s way through the Carolina’s leaving behind damage and tragedy. South Carolina residents who are seeking information regarding the state’s response to the storm or safety precautions can now call a toll-free hotline. The information line number is 1-866-246-0133. Operators with South Carolina’s Public Information phone system are available 24-hours a day to assist with any questions…

Car Engulfed In Flames Blocks Traffic On Busy Highway

At one point, all lanes of the highway near Farrow Parkway were blocked off as crews worked.

Travelers along a busy highway in Myrtle Beach may have witnessed a vehicle on fire Monday morning. The orange sedan-type car caught fire on the Highway 17 bypass between the Coastal Grand Mall and Market Common. At one point, all lanes of the highway near Farrow Parkway were blocked off as crews worked to put out the fire that engulfed…