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Biden Administration Finalizes Title IX Regulations

The new regulations were added to clarify the law bans discrimination based on all sexual orientation and gender identity.
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The Biden administration passed new rules and regulations last week regarding Title IX. The 1972 sex discrimination law originally passed to address women’s rights and applies to schools and colleges that receive federal funding. The new regulations were added to clarify the law bans discrimination based on all sexual orientation and gender identity. The new rules also provide more protection…

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Additional Arrests Made In Connection To College Protests

Tensions continue to rise as the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas nears seven months.
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Additional arrests have been made in connection to protests across U.S. college campuses. Pro-Palestinian protests continue to intensify at major universities. Nearly 100 demonstrators were arrested at the University of Southern California and dozens were arrested at the University of Texas Wednesday. USC  has closed its campus due to safety concerns. In addition, more than 100 people were arrested and…

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Arizona State House Votes To Repeal Law Banning Nearly All Abortions

Earlier this month, the state's Supreme Court resurrected a law from 1864 that would only allow an abortion to be conducted if the mother's life was at stake.
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The Arizona state House voted to repeal a law banning nearly all abortions. Earlier this month, the state’s Supreme Court resurrected a law from 1864 that would only allow an abortion to be conducted if the mother’s life was at stake. The ban was scheduled to take effect in June. However, three Republicans joined Democrats in the House Wednesday to…

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Arizona Grand Jury Indicts 18 Of Trump’s Allies

Included in the indictment is former White House Chief of Staff, Mark Meadows, and Attorneys Rudy Giuliani and more.
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An Arizona grand jury has indicted 18 of Trump’s allies. Seven Trump aids alongside 11 pro-Trump Arizona Republicans face felony charges for allegedly attempting to prevent the lawful transfer of power from Trump to Biden in the 2020 election. Included in the indictment is former White House Chief of Staff, Mark Meadows, and Attorneys Rudy Giuliani and more. 11 of…

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Myrtle Beach Pelicans Offer Sensory Friendly Bags At Baseball Games

The bags launched at the beginning of the season and they are expected to be offered all season long.
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This month is Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month and the Myrtle Beach Pelicans are working to become more inclusive. The State Department of Disabilities and Special Needs donated 20 reusable sensory friendly bags to the Pelicans, along with three other minor league baseball teams in the state. The bag includes noise canceling headphones or earbuds, a communication board, and fidgets….

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Georgetown Co. To Host Q&A Event On Navigating Disasters

The event aims to help residents be better prepared for disaster situations and how to handle them properly.
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Georgetown County is set to host a Q&A event Thursday. During the “Navigating Disaster Assistance” event, attendees will be allowed to ask questions about topics such as flood insurance, grant opportunities as well as other resources. The event aims to help residents be better prepared for disaster situations and how to handle them properly. The meeting will be hosted at…

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Horry County Schools Superintendent To Retire

Dr. Rick Maxey has led Horry County Schools since 2015. He notified board members last week regarding his plans to retire.
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The superintendent of Horry County Schools announced he is retiring. Dr. Rick Maxey has led Horry County Schools since 2015. He notified board members last week regarding his plans to retire. It was said he had not intended to announce his plans yet so he could enjoy the rest of his time quitely. However, a breach of confidentiality occurred which…

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Construction Could Soon Start Of An Ocean Outfall In Myrtle Beach

The deal was an agreement between the city and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.
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Construction is set to soon begin on a new project in Myrtle Beach. Tuesday, the Myrtle Beach City Council approved $1 million in funding for the construction of an ocean outfall. The money will be used to remove existing beach pipes to construct the ocean outfall for stormwater drainage. It will be located at 24th Avenue North. The deal was…

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Tinder To Roll Out New Safety Feature

Users will now be able to send a link that includes details about the upcoming date, including the match’s name, photo and more.
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A popular dating app has added a new safety feature. Tinder has introduced the new “Share My Date” option. Users will now be able to send a link that includes details about the upcoming date, including the match’s name and photo, meeting location, date and time. There’s also an option to type a note at the bottom. Links can be…

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Transportation Department Reveals New Federal Rules For Airlines

The rules say travelers deserve cash refunds when inconvenienced by their airline, not vouchers or travel credits.
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The Transportation Department announced new rules for airlines Tuesday. The rules say travelers deserve cash refunds when inconvenienced by their airline, not vouchers or travel credits. The rule would formalize a requirement that passengers receive refunds if a domestic flight is delayed for over three hours. Refunds would also be issued if an international flight is delayed by over six…

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