Author: Annelyn Russ

Man Wanted In Connection To Drive-By Shooting

Upon arrival, the victim informed them that a vehicle rode by his house and shot at him while he was in his yard.

Dillon County police are asking for help locating a wanted man. 27-year-old Kentrell Thompson is wanted on charges of assault and battery of a high and aggravated nature. The charges stem from an incident on April 26. Deputies were called to Grain Bin Road on reports of a person being shot at. Upon arrival, the victim informed them that a…

No Bond Set For Mother Of Teen Who Was Beaten To Death

13-year-old Isaiah Gaymes died at MUSC on May 11 after being beaten with a piece of wood and a handgun on May 8.

The mother of an Horry County teenager who was beaten to death earlier this month, was denied bond during a court hearing Tuesday. 13-year-old Isaiah Gaymes died at MUSC on May 11 after being beaten with a piece of wood and a handgun on May 8. The teen’s mom, Samantha Gaymes, was initially charged with unlawfully placing a child at…

Two Charged After 3-Year-Old Drowns In Darlington Co. Creek

Christian James and Nashanti McCullough have since been charged with homicide by child abuse.

Two people have been charged in connection to the death of a 3-year-old. Darlington County police were called to Badger Road on Monday for reports of a missing girl who “wandered off.” After searching for around 2 1/2 hours, the girl was found dead in a nearby creek. Christian James and Nashanti McCullough have since been charged with homicide by…

NFL Launches New Initiative To Help Minority Businesses Get Contracts

The goal is to encourage teams to reinvest in their communities by conducting business with underrepresented populations.

The NFL launched a new program aimed at increasing the number of minority and women-owned businesses that work with the league. The initiative, dubbed ‘NFL Source,’ was announced during the league’s spring meeting Tuesday. The goal is to encourage teams to reinvest in their communities by conducting business with underrepresented populations. It was said the new program will be the…

Biden Announces Another Round Of Student Debt Relief

The White House said it will forgive student loans for three categories of borrowers totaling to $7.7 billion.

The Biden administration announced Wednesday a new round of student debt relief. The White House said it will forgive student loans for three categories of borrowers totaling to $7.7 billion. Over 160,000 borrowers will be impacted by the new relief including those enrolled in the ‘Public Service Loan Forgiveness Plan’ and certain ‘SAVE’ plans as well as those receiving forgiveness…

Norway, Ireland And Spain Say They Would Recognize A Palestinian State

The announcements could build momentum at a time when even close allies of Israel have criticized its conduct in the Middle East.

Norway, Ireland and Spain said Wednesday they would recognize a Palestinian state. While some 140 countries recognize a Palestinian state, the additional three mark a historic symbolic move that further deepens Israel’s isolation amid its ongoing war against Hamas in Gaza. The announcements could build momentum at a time when even close allies of Israel have criticized its conduct in…

Singapore Airlines Plane Experienced Severe Turbulence Resulting In One Death

Over 80 people were taken to a hospital. 20 are being treated in intensive care and 27 others have since been discharged.

An investigation was opened after a Singapore Airlines plane encountered severe turbulence Tuesday. Flight SQ321 was traveling from London’s Heathrow Airport to Singapore when it hit the turbulence over. The Boeing 777 was cruising at an altitude of 37,000 feet when it sharply descended to 31,000 feet within about three minutes. The aircraft then stayed at that altitude for under…

“Devastating” Fatal Tornado Tore Through An Iowa Community

Iowa state police have confirmed that a number of people died but the exact death toll is unknown at this time.

A “devastating” tornado ravaged across rural communities in Central Iowa Tuesday. The tornado touched down in the town of Greenfield, a community of around 2,000 people 40 miles southwest of Des Moines. Iowa state police have confirmed that a number of people died but the exact death toll is unknown at this time. At least 12 people were transported to…

Memorial Day Events Set To Be Held Across The Grand Strand And Pee Dee

On Saturday, the Military Appreciation Days Parade will take place at Valor Memorial Park in Myrtle Beach.

Several Memorial Day events are set to take place across the Grand Strand and Pee Dee. On Saturday, the Military Appreciation Days Parade will take place at Valor Memorial Park in Myrtle Beach. The parade will kick off at 10:30am followed by a community picnic. Also happening in Myrtle Beach is the Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony at 11am at the…

City Of North Myrtle Beach Starts Mosquito Spraying Process

Spraying is conducted at 5:30am on Wednesday mornings and 90 minutes before sunset on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons through November.

The city of North Myrtle Beach started its mosquito spraying process Monday. The main focus for this week’s spray will be public areas such as McLean Park, the Park and Sports Complex and some neighborhoods. Starting the week of June 3, Public Works will begin spraying the entire city. Spraying is conducted at 5:30am on Wednesday mornings and 90 minutes…