Author: Annelyn Russ

Griner
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Brittney Griner To Join Atlanta Dream As First Move In Free Agency

It is expected to be made official on Saturday, when contracts across the league are allowed to be signed.
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Brittney Griner has announced her first move in free agency. The 10-time WNBA All-Star has agreed to a one-year deal to join the Atlanta Dream. Specific details of the deal were not released. However, it is expected to be made official on Saturday, when contracts across the league are allowed to be signed. This off-season is the first time Griner…

Cipotle
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Chipotle Offers 50,000 Free Entrees For Fans Watching Super Bowl LIX

When "something extra" happens during the game, Chipotle will drop a text-to-claim code via social media.
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Chipotle is offering a reward for NFL fans during Super Bowl LIX. The fast-food chain’s deal comes in celebration of “all things extra.” When “something extra” happens during the game, Chipotle will drop a text-to-claim code via “X” and in an Instagram story. Examples of “extra” events include, if the offense converts on a fourth down play, if offense successfully…

Coffee
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Starbucks Plans To Remove 30% Of Menu Options

The goal in simplifying its offerings is to reduce wait times and improve its customer experience.
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Starbucks has been making changes under new CEO Brian Niccol’s leadership. One of the most significant changes involves the coffee chain’s menu. Starbucks plans to eliminate a significant number of options in the coming months. The total will make a roughly 30% reduction in both beverages and food. Specific items that will be removed have not been revealed at this…

Gender
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President Trump Signs Order Regarding Youth Gender Transitions

The order aims to cut federal support for gender transitions for people under age 19.
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President Trump signed an executive order regarding transgender youth. “It is the policy of the United States that it will not fund, sponsor, promote, assist, or support the so-called ‘transition’ of a child from one sex to another, and it will enforce all laws that prohibit or limit these destructive and life-altering procedures,” the order says. The order advises federally-run…

Offer
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Trump Administration Offers Buyouts To Millions Of Federal Employees

Employees excluded from the offer include postal workers, military members, immigration officials and certain national security roles.
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The Trump administration is offering buyouts to millions of federal employees. Tuesday night, an email was sent to federal workers and was posted to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management website. The email says those who choose to resign before February 6 will be exempt from in-person work requirements until September 30. During that time, the employees will still receive…

Aid
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Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Freeze On Federal Aid

The move comes after a group of nonprofit and public health organizations filed a lawsuit.
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A federal judge has blocked President Trump’s plan to pause federal loans and grants. The freeze was set to go into effect Tuesday night, but U.S. District Judge Loren AliKhan granted a “brief administrative stay.” It preserves federal aid at least until Monday at 5pm. The move comes after a group of nonprofit and public health organizations filed a lawsuit….

Conway
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Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony To Be Held For Conway Riverwalk Expansion

Festivities will be held on February 6 starting at 6pm.
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The City of Conway is set to host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its extended riverwalk. The ceremony will be held at the entrance near the corner of Kingston Street and Fourth Avenue. After the ribbon cutting, attendees will be allowed to enjoy a free gondola ride for two sponsored by the Conway Medical Center. Festivities will be held on February…

Shooting
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Shooting Investigation Underway In Darlington County

Around 9:30pm Monday night, police were called to Prairie Drive near Hartsville
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One person was injured in a Darlington County shooting. Around 9:30pm Monday night, police were called to Prairie Drive near Hartsville on reports of someone being shot. The area was secure and officials are now investigating to determine any possible suspects. Details remain extremely limited at this time.

Suspect
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Florence Police Search For Suspect Of Shooting Incident

The suspect is traveling in a gold Honda Civic with black passenger side doors and a black front fender.
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Florence police are searching for a man wanted in connection to a shooting. The incident unfolded Monday at the Deerfield Apartments located along Third Loop Road. A woman reportedly drove to the Circle-K gas station on South Irby Street to get help. Police were called to the scene where the woman was taken to the hospital by EMS to be…

Parrott's
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Parrott’s Furniture Closing After 33 Years In The Pee Dee Community

The family-owned business, started by Burk and Dawn Parrott in 1991, has been a staple in the region.
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Parrott’s Furniture is closing its doors after 33 years of serving the Pee Dee community. The family-owned business, started by Burk and Dawn Parrott in 1991, has been a staple in the region. “It has truly been a privilege and honor to be a part of this community for over three decades. We are immensely grateful for the trust and…

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