Author: Annelyn Russ

Myrtle Beach Crossfit To Host 9/11 Memorial Workout Fundraiser

The event will raise money for the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers foundation that helps first responders.

A 9/11 fundraiser will be held at a gym in Myrtle Beach. Anthony Mazzariello is hosting the second annual 9/11 Memorial Workout. He is a retired New York City firefighter who was on duty the day of the 2001 terrorist attack. The event will raise money for the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers foundation that helps first responders, veterans, and…

Chase Briscoe Wins Back-To-Back Southern 500

Chase Briscoe became the second driver to win Southern 500s back-to-back since Greg Biffle

Chase Briscoe secured a back-to-back victory in the Cook Out Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway. During Round 12 in the NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs, Briscoe led 309 of 367 laps until Tyler Reddick made a come back around lap 320 and almost took over the final 10. However, Briscoe pulled through. crossing the finish line .408 seconds ahead of Reddick…

Several Beach Rules Change After Labor Day

Furry friends must be on a leash and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.

Several beach rules in Myrtle Beach have changed following Labor Day. Starting Tuesday, dogs and bicycles will once again be allowed on the beach and the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk at any time. The furry friends must be on a leash and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. Tents and shading devices up to 12-by-12-square-feet are also allowed…

S.C. Hands-Free And Distracted Driving Act Takes Effect

Drivers in the state are no longer allowed to have their phones in their hands while operating a vehicle.

A new law in South Carolina has officially gone into effect. The Hands-Free and Distracted Driving Act was passed back in May and began Monday. Drivers in the state are no longer allowed to have their phones in their hands while operating a vehicle. The law prohibits anyone from holding or supporting a mobile electronic device with any part of…

Man Arrested Following Forestbrook-Area Apartment Fire

One person was taken to a hospital to be treated for injuries while two other people declined treatment.

One man has been arrested following an apartment fire in Horry County. The flames broke out just after midnight on Sunday at the West Flintlake Court apartment complex in the Forestbrook area. One person was taken to a hospital to be treated for injuries while two other people declined treatment. 55-year-old Jake Licoski has been detained in connection to the…

Stabbing Suspect Was Out On Bond In Connection To 2022 Death

Chandler Lowry was out on bond after being arrested in connection to the 2022 death of 31-year-old Phillip Campbell.

A man arrested in connection to a stabbing in Marlboro County was reportedly out on bond at the time of the incident. The situation unfolded over the weekend at the Amnesia Nightclub in McColl. One victim was stabbed in the chest and stomach. They were transported to a hospital, but their current condition is unknown. Chandler Lowry has now been…

Powerball Jackpot Grows To Estimated $1.3 Billion

The winner could also choose an estimated cash payment of $589 million.

The Powerball jackpot increased once again after no one won the prize during last Monday’s drawing. The numbers drawn Monday night were 8, 23, 25, 40, and 53, with a Powerball of 5. The Power Play multiplier was 3. The jackpot now sits at a whopping $1.3 billion, marking the fifth largest in the game’s history. The winner could also…

Kraft Heinz Is Splitting Into Two Companies

The new deal will reverse most of the $46 billion merger that created one of the biggest food companies in the world.

Kraft Heinz announced it is splitting into two companies. Neither company has an official name at this time. The first will primarily offer shelf-stable meals and will be home to several brands including Heinz, Philadelphia and Kraft Mac and Cheese. That company on its own would have had $15.4 billion in 2024 net sales, with around 75% of those sales…

Around 780,000 Pressure Washers Recalled

There has been 135 reports of the capacitors overheating, 32 of which resulted in injuries.

TTI Outdoor Power Equipment placed the recall on around 780,000 of it’s Ryobi Electric Pressure Washers. It was issued due to the possibility of the product’s capacitor overheating. The problem poses a risk of serious injury from impact to the user or bystanders. There has been 135 reports of the capacitors overheating, 32 of which resulted in injuries. The pressure…

Post Malone To Headline 2026 CCMF

The next Carolina Country Music Festival will take place June 4-7.

Organizers for the Carolina Country Music Festival have announced another headliner for next year’s event. Eight-time grammy nominated artist Post Malone will make his CCMF debut during the 11th annual concert series. The 9x diamond-certified singer is recently released his first country album, ‘F-1 Trillion,’ which topped at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 during its first week. Malone has…