Author: Annelyn Russ

Florence City Council Officially Approves Amended Juvenile Curfew

The changes would set a midnight to 6am curfew for most areas and a 9pm to 6am limit for downtown locations.

The Florence City Council has approved the final reading of an amended juvenile curfew. The city passed the first two readings last month on changes that would set a midnight to 6am curfew for most areas and a 9pm to 6am limit for downtown locations. Officials also increased the enforcement age from 16 to 17, but made exceptions for teens…

Husband Accused Of Killing His Wife Before Shooting Himself

54-year-old Lori Coward was found deceased inside a vehicle from a gunshot wound to the head.

We now have an update on a fatal shooting that unfolded on Sunday in Florence County. The shooting happened along DuPont Drive. 55-year-old Marty Coward is believed to have shot and killed his wife before also shooting himself. 54-year-old Lori Coward was found deceased inside a vehicle from a gunshot wound to the head. Marty was also found suffering from…

Brookgreen Gardens Hosts Ribbon Cutting For ‘The Purdy Center’

The plan for the new addition had been in the works for over 30 years.

Brookgreen Gardens held a ribbon cutting ceremony unveiling a new amenity. ‘The Purdy Center’ is made up of a Conservatory Great Hall with an indoor garden, and includes a tropical garden wall, seasonal and botanical displays, sculptures and a miniature layout of Brookgreen Gardens. The plan for the new addition had been in the works for over 30 years. Thanks…

Minor Arrested In Connection To Fatal Shooting Of 16-Year-Old

16-year-old Jonathan Gordon-Charles was a junior at South Florence High School.

A minor has been arrested in connection to the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old in Florence County. The incident took place around 9:30pm Thursday along Waxwing Drive. Officers found 16-year-old Jonathan Gordon-Charles in critical condition after suffering gunshot wounds. He later died from the injuries he sustained. A 14-year-old was arrested Monday. Investigators learned that the two teens planned to…

John-Paul Miller Pleads Not Guilty To Federal Charges

John-Paul Miller is due back in court in March. An investigation remains underway.

John-Paul Miller pleaded not guilty to federal charges Monday. The Myrtle Beach pastor was facing charges of cyberstalking and lying to law enforcement during in investigation following the death of his wife, Mica Miller. John-Paul is accused of cyberstalking her for nearly three years, starting in November, 2022 and continuing until the day she committed suicide. She was found at…

Chipotle Offers Rewards Members Free Double Protein On Jan. 13

The offer comes as January 13 is one of the most popular days to work out.

Chipotle Rewards members can score a free offer Tuesday. The eatery announced a free double protein offer on bowls, burritos, and salads. The offer comes as January 13 is one of the most popular days to work out and as consumers prioritize active lifestyles, Chipotle is adjusting its menu and offerings to help guests hit their fitness and dietary goals….

Apple To Use Google’s Gemini AI Models To Power Intelligence Features

Apple expressed excitement about the innovative new experiences it will unlock for Apple users.

Apple will use Google’s Gemini AI models to power its Apple Intelligence Features. The tech companies have entered a multi-year collaboration in which the next generation of Apple Foundation Models will be based on Google’s Gemini models and cloud technology. Apple determined that Google’s AI technology provides the most capable foundation for it’s models. a Apple also expressed excitement about…

Dietary Supplement Recalled Over “Life-Threatening” Risk

The Modern Warrior Ready supplement aims to improve brain function and boost one's metabolism.

Modern Warrior has issued a recall on a dietary supplement. The Modern Warrior Ready supplement aims to improve brain function and boost one’s metabolism. It was found to contain an ingredient that can cause “life-threatening events.” The recall was placed after the presence of tianeptine was not declared as an ingredient. The recall statement said, “tianeptine can cause life-threatening events…

Minnesota And Twin Cities File Lawsuit Against Federal Government

The lawsuit comes following the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis woman by an ICE officer.

The state of Minnesota and the twin cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul are suing the federal government. The lawsuit comes as a move to stop an enforcement surge following the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis woman by an ICE officer. That situation sparked nationwide protests. It was filed in federal court, along with a request for a temporary restraining…

Trump Threatens 25% Tariff On Countries Doing Business With Iran

The threat comes in response to a violence crackdown by Tehran on growing anti-government protests. 

President Trump has threatened to impose a 25% tariff on countries that conduct business with Iran. The threat comes in response to a violence crackdown by Tehran on growing anti-government protests. “Effective immediately, any country doing business with the Islamic Republic of Iran will pay a tariff of 25% on any and all business being done with the United States…