Author: Annelyn Russ

Heated Socks Sold At Costco Recalled

'32 Degrees' has recalled over 200,000 pairs of the socks due to the possibility of the attire becoming hazardous.

A recall has been placed on heated socks that were sold at Costco stores. ’32 Degrees’ has recalled over 200,000 pairs of the socks due to the possibility of the attire becoming hazardous during high-intensity use. The company says heat, friction, moisture, and pressure can combine to create a risk for injuries including burns. So far, over a dozen incidents…

U.S. Army Soldier Arrested For Betting On Operation To Capture Maduro

Gannon Van Dyke is accused of betting on the operation, wagering more than $33,000 on Polymarket.

A U.S. Army soldier involved in the daring operation and capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been arrested. 38-year-old Gannon Van Dyke is accused of betting on the operation, wagering more than $33,000 on Polymarket. That’s an online prediction market where betters can wage money on everything from sports matches and economic indicators to political outcomes. The bets netted…

World’s Strongest Man Competition Returns To Myrtle Beach

The event features 25 of the world's top strength athletes competing.

The 49th World’s Strongest Man competition has returned to the Grand Strand. The event features 25 of the world’s top strength athletes competing across several categories including the truck pull, overhead medley, atlas stones and more. The men are divided into groups for qualifying rounds, with the best advancing to the final. The first competition kicks off Thursday at the…

North Myrtle Beach Selects Next Fire Chief

The move comes after current chief, Billy Floyd, announced his retirement.

The city of North Myrtle Beach has appointed its next fire chief. John Galganski will take on the role becoming the city’s eighth fire chief effective on May 16. The move comes after current chief, Billy Floyd, announced his retirement. His final day of service will be on May 15. Galganski said it’s an honor and he expressed how grateful…

One Person Injured In Fire That Destroyed A Home

Flames broke out at the residence in the 3000 block of Highway 746.

Horry County Fire Rescue crews responded to a house fire in the Loris area Wednesday. Around 7:18pm, flames broke out at the residence in the 3000 block of Highway 746. The house was destroyed in the blaze. One person was transported to a hospital to be treated for injuries they sustained. The incident has since been put under control. Highway…

Additional Arrests Made In Murder Of Man Found In Trash Can

32-year-old David Hutchinson of Massachusetts was reported missing on January 12.

Additional arrests have been made in connection to a homicide investigation out of Marion County. 32-year-old David Hutchinson of Massachusetts was reported missing on January 12. His body was later found in a trash can at a home along Pearl Street. In February, 41-year-old Jaida Braddy was arrested and charged with accessory after the fact of murder. Recently, police arrested…

18-Year-Old Identified As Victim Of Darlington Co. Shooting

18-year-old Ty'Jeon McFarland was transported to a hospital where he later died.

The identity of the victim of a shooting in Darlington County has been revealed. The shooting occurred around 6pm on Monday near a restaurant along Pearl Street. 18-year-old Ty’Jeon McFarland was transported to a hospital where he later died. No arrests have been made at this time. An investigation is underway and anyone with information should contact Darlington police. Click…

Dillon County Crash Claims Life Of One Person

The crash happened Wednesday night around 7:45 along Gaddy's Mill Road near Price Drive.

A crash in Dillon County claimed the life of one person. It happened Wednesday night around 7:45 along Gaddy’s Mill Road near Price Drive. A pick-up truck veered off the road to the left, swung back on the roadway, then ran off the road to the right and struck and ditch before crashing into a utility pole. The driver was…

Starbucks To Roll Out ‘Scheduling Order’ Feature

It will allow consumers to select a future time slot instead of ordering for immediate pickup.

Starbucks is rolling out a new way to order. Starting May 11, the coffee chain will launch “Scheduled Ordering.” It will allow consumers to select a future time slot instead of ordering for immediate pickup. Customers will be able to schedule mobile orders up to an hour before pick-up. The feature will be available in the Starbucks mobile app and…