Author: Annelyn Russ

Team USA Advances To The Gold Medal Game In The Olympics

The team had to make an extreme comeback to defeat Serbia 95-91.

Team USA’s men’s basketball team has advanced to the gold medal game in the Olympics. The team had to make an extreme comeback to defeat Serbia 95-91. Serbia was leading by 17 points at one point during the second quarter, but the U.S. rapidly gained ground back. LeBron James and Steph Curry led the team to their win. James posted…

Nearly Decade Long Run For Windows 10 Is Coming To An End

If you're using it now, it will not abruptly stop working, but it's a good time to start thinking about new options.

The nearly decade long run for Microsoft’s Windows 10 software is coming to an end. The operating system first launched in 2015 and is still widely used. However on October 14, Microsoft will officially end public support for Windows 10. That means there will be no more software updates, security patches, or tech support for your Windows 10 computer. If…

Big Lots Announces Closure Of Over 300 Store Locations

Across the 48 states in which the retailer operates, seven are being closed in North Carolina and three in South Carolina.

Big Lots announced plans to close over 300 locations nationwide. It was said the discount retailer reviews store footprints on an ongoing basis. While some are profitable, certain underperforming stores are being shut down. The retailer plans to support its employees impacted by a closure, by accepting requests to transfer to another location. Workers unable to move to another store…

Family Of Titan Submarine Victim Files Lawsuit Against Oceangate

Five people were traveling in the submersible to see the wreck of the Titanic when an implosion occurred.

The family of a victim who died while aboard the Titan submarine has now filed a lawsuit against Oceangate. Five people were traveling in the submersible to see the wreck of the Titanic when an implosion occurred. 77-year-old Paul-Henri Nargeolet was one of the deceased passengers. His relatives are now demanding $50 million in compensation. A lawyer for the family…

The U.S., Egypt And Qatar Urge For Ceasefire Between Israel And Hamas

A joint statement between the three was issued Thursday in which the leaders urged both sides to return to negotiations by next week.

President Biden, along with leaders of Egypt and Qatar, are working to push for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. A joint statement between the three was issued Thursday in which the leaders urged both sides to return to negotiations by next week. The leaders said it is time to bring immediate relief both to “the long-suffering people of Gaza…

Donald Trump And Kamala Harris Agree To Presidential Debate

One will take place on September 10, followed by two potential others, on Sep. 4 and 25.

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are officially set to participate in a presidential debate. The former president said he has agreed to three separate debates on three different networks against his new opponent. One will take place on September 10, followed by two potential others, on Sep. 4 and 25. He said he looks forward to the debates as they…

Seeking Shelter During Tropical Storm Debby

People are allowed to bring their pets if they need to evacuate their homes.

Several shelters are open across S.C. for residents while Tropical Storm Debby continues on its path. If you need to seek shelter during this time you can head to Lake City High School, Palmetto Middle School in Mullins, or the AC Tollision Gym in Marion. You can also seek shelter at Embrace Hospice House in Myrtle Beach, Saffold Building on…

Several Roads Are Closed Due To Tropical Storm Debby Impacts

Nearly a dozen roads were reported closed in Florence County alone.

Many areas are experiencing road closures as storm Debby continues to bring rainfall. Nearly a dozen roads were reported closed in Florence County alone, including, Francis Marion Road at Old River Road Highway 52 at McCall Farms Paper Mill Road at Old River Road Park Avenue at West Palmetto Street Bannockburn Road at East Howe Springs Road South Robeson Avenue…

Four Men Arrested After Incident In Dillon County

Deputies seized two pistols, the AK-47 and two AR-15 rifles.

Four men are facing attempted murder charges after an incident in Dillon County. On July 29, police responded to E. Dargan Street on reports of gunshots. Shortly after, deputies were able to locate a white jeep that matched a vehicle description. One of the suspects had an AK-47 rifle between his legs and used shell casings in his lap. Deputies…

Darlington Police Are Searching For A Missing 19-Year-Old

19-year-old Caleb Howle was last seen off Hoffmeyer Road in the Hartsville area.

Police are asking for help locating a missing person out of Darlington County. 19-year-old Caleb Howle was last seen off Hoffmeyer Road in the Hartsville area. He was reportedly heading to work in a green 1997 Nissan Frontier pickup truck. The S.C. license plate reads 2177SM. Howle’s family has not heard from him since Tuesday. If anyone has information on…