Author: Annelyn Russ

Starbucks
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Union Over Starbucks Workers Authorize Potential Strike

The union represents over 10,000 baristas and has been urging Starbucks to increase wages and staffing at its stores.
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Workers United has authorized a potential strike for Starbucks workers. The union represents over 10,000 baristas and has been urging Starbucks to increase wages and staffing at its stores as well as implement better schedules. The union has been bargaining delegation that represents workers at 525 locations. It argues the coffee giant has yet to offer a comprehensive economic package….

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Amazon Workers On Strike Amid Busy Season

Workers authorized the strikes after Amazon ignored a Sunday deadline the union set for contract negotiations.
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Amid the busy holiday season, several Amazon facilities decided to go on strike Thursday. The move comes as an effort by the Teamsters to pressure the e-commerce company for a labor agreement. Workers authorized the strikes after Amazon ignored a Sunday deadline the union set for contract negotiations. Teamsters represent around 10,000 workers at 10 Amazon facilities, but only seven…

Drone
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Myrtle Beach To Host Holiday Drone Show

It will feature over 100 illuminated drones displaying choreographed runs in the sky above Plyer Park.
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Myrtle Beach is set to host its first ever holiday drone show. The event comes as part of the Winter Wonderland at the Beach festivities. It will feature over 100 illuminated drones displaying choreographed runs in the sky above Plyer Park downtown. Sky Elements will be running the show that is powered by solar generators. The show will be put…

Sanctuary
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Wild Things Freedom Center Is Accepting Donations

All contributions will be donated to the center that is dedicated to rescuing wildlife and returning them to their natural habitats.
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Wild Things Freedom Center in Georgetown has launched a new initiative to support the wildlife sanctuary. The center has an animal Angel Tree set up at the Murrells Inlet Veterinary Hospital. The community is encouraged to donate essential items. The wish-list consists of Pork Rinds, Pedigree Dog Food and Laundry Detergent. The center also has its own Sanctuary wish list…

Florence
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A Florence Business Has Closed Its Doors Permanently

Florence Carpet and Tile was located on Pamplico Highway and conducted business with the community for years.
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A business in Florence has closed its doors permanently after decades of service. Florence Carpet and Tile was located on Pamplico Highway and conducted business with the community for years. There is now a sign on the door that reads, “The store is closed for new business. We are still working on pending jobs and orders.” It also lists a…

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Man Arrested After Pointing A Firearm At Children

The victim said he was army crawling across Blanchard's yard when he came out with a black handgun.
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One man is facing charges after an incident unfolded in Myrtle Beach. 64-year-old James Blanchard was arrested following an altercation that occurred on Saturday in a local neighborhood. The warrant states a victim and a witness were playing hiding seek around the neighborhood. The victim said he was army crawling across Blanchard’s yard when he came out with a black…

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Victim Identified In Mullins Shooting That Left One Person Dead

62-year-old Ronnie Norman was pronounced dead at the scene.
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A shooting in Mullins left one person dead and two others in critical condition. The incident happened around 6:45pm on Sunday in the 100 block of East Dogwood Drive. 62-year-old Ronnie Norman has been identified as the victim that was pronounced dead at the scene. There has been no update as to how the other two victims are currently doing….

Klockers
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Klocker’s Tavern To Close After Recent Fatal Shooting Incident

43-year-old Jotham Simmons later died at a hospital from injuries he sustained in the shooting.
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We now know the name of a victim who died in result of a shooting in Horry County. Around 2:30am on Monday, police were called to the 4800 block of Highway 17 Bypass on reports of a shooting inside Klocker’s Tavern. Two people were injured in the incident. 43-year-old Jotham Simmons later died at a hospital from injuries he sustained…

Seatbelt
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NHTSA Finalizes New Rule Regarding Seat Belt Warning Systems

Over the next two years, the "ding" of the seat belt reminder will be required for rear and passenger seats, not just drivers.
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has finalized a new rule. Over the next two years, the “ding” of the seat belt reminder will be required for rear and passenger seats, not just drivers. The new rule will also require enhanced warnings for driver seats. Front seat belt warning system requirements will go into effect by September 1 of 2026….

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Former NFL Player Michael Vick To Take On Head Football Coach Position

Vick was a star quarterback at Virginia Tech before he became the first African American quarterback to be drafted in the NFL first overall.
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Former NFL player Michael Vick has been tapped to take on a head football coaching position. Vick was a star quarterback at Virginia Tech before he became the first African American quarterback to be drafted in the NFL first overall. He was selected by the Atlanta Falcons. Vick also became the first quarterback in the NFL to rush for a…

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