Author: Annelyn Russ

Walmart Agrees To Pay $40 Million In Class Action Lawsuit

The lawsuit alleges that Walmart shoppers who purchased certain sold-by-weight meats, seafood and select citrus sold in bulk bags, paid more than the lowest price advertised in stores.

Walmart has agreed to a settlement in regards to a class action lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges that Walmart shoppers who purchased certain sold-by-weight meats, seafood and select citrus sold in bulk bags, paid more than the lowest price advertised in stores. Walmart has denied the allegations and any wrongdoing. However, the retailer agreed to pay $45 million to settle the…

Israeli Military Troops Withdraw From Parts Of Gaza

Though Israeli troops are retracting from the area, military officials said troops were "far from stopping" operations in Gaza.

Israeli troops are withdrawing from parts of Gaza. Israeli Defense Forces have withdrawn from Khan Younis. The city was once home to over 40,000 people who fled when IDF operations began in the area nearly four months ago. Though Israeli troops are retracting from the area, military officials said troops were “far from stopping” operations in Gaza. IDF still plans…

Two Dead And Seven Others Injured During Florida Shooting

One of the patrons in the fight pulled a gun and shot the security officer which resulted in his death.

Two people are dead and seven others were injured in a shooting that occurred in Florida. The shooting took place at a Miami-Dade shopping center shortly before 8am on Saturday. A physical altercation between patrons at the Martini Bar in CityPlace Doral prompted a security guard to intervene. One of the patrons in the fight pulled a gun and shot…

Myrtle Beach Food Truck Festival Kicks Off

Many food trucks are participating this year with a variety of options from BBQ to Mexican Fare.

The Myrtle Beach food truck festival kicked off Friday. The festival host some of the best food and brews on the Grand Strand. Many food trucks are participating this year with a variety of options from BBQ to Mexican Fare. There will be live entertainment, local vendors and more. Friday’s event started at 11 and will wrap up at 6pm….

North Myrtle Beach To Celebrate 40th Anniversary Of Shag As State Dance

To mark the milestone, a free concert is set to be hosted at the Main Street Horseshoe.

North Myrtle Beach is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Shag being named South Carolina’s official state dance. The city is known as the birthplace of the “Shag.” To mark the milestone, a free concert is set to be hosted at the Main Street Horseshoe. The Band of Oz will be performing live on April 18. On that day, the…

Myrtle Beach Classic Organizers Still Searching For Volunteers

They are searching for volunteers between the ages of 14-22 years-old.

Myrtle Beach’s first-ever PGA Tour event is in need of volunteers. The inaugural Myrtle Beach Classic is scheduled for the week of May 6-12 at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club. It will host a field of 132 golfers. The tournament’s volunteer co-coordinator said they’re in “dire need” of standard bearers. A standard bearer will be assigned to a group…

16-Year-Old Arrested In Connection To A Shooting Incident

The teen faces charges of discharging a weapon into a dwelling and unlawful carry of a weapon.

An arrest has been made in connection to a Florence shooting. On Wednesday afternoon, police were called to the IGA at Pamplico Highway and Howe Spring Road on reports of shots fired. No one was injured in the shooting. Police were reportedly searching for a car described as a yellow sports car, possibly a Camaro, believed to be involved. Authorities…

Investigation Opened After Crash Leads To Discovery Of One Person Shot

Horry County Fire Rescue crews responded to Gore Road and SC 905 in Conway.

An investigation is underway after a reported crash turned into a possible homicide situation. Shortly after 3:30pm on Wednesday, Horry County Fire Rescue crews responded to Gore Road and SC 905 in Conway. A call reported a car in the ditch along the road with someone unresponsive inside. Upon arrival, officials discovered 33-year-old Katelyn Bennett had been shot. An autopsy…

Florence Police Search For Missing Man Last Seen In Effingham Area

Latson Cockfield is around 5-foot-7 inches tall and weighs about 135 pounds. He has grey eyes and a bald head. He may also have either a beard or goatee.

The Florence County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help with locating a man missing since late last year. 52-year-old Latson Cockfield was last seen between Thanksgiving and Christmas. His last known location was on Silver Lead Road in the Effingham area. Cockfield is around 5-foot-7 inches tall and weighs about 135 pounds. He has grey eyes and a bald head….

Two Restaurants To Offer Freebies On Day Of The Eclipse

On Monday, the sun, moon and earth will line up and create a total solar eclipse. The event is so rare it won't happen again for another 20 years.

Two eateries are offering deals on the day of the eclipse. On Monday, the sun, moon and earth will line up and create a total solar eclipse. The event is so rare it won’t happen again for another 20 years. To celebrate the phenomenon, Chili’s has two days worth of deals. Guests can get a free appetizer on Sunday and…