Author: Annelyn Russ

Conway City Council Approves First Readings Of Two Annexation Plans

The plan to annex around 450-acres involves developers using the land to build over 1,200 homes.

The Conway City Council approved the first reading of an annexation plan during Monday’s meeting. The plan to annex around 450-acres involves developers using the land to build over 1,200 homes. The property for the proposed project is near Juniper Bay Road and Highway 378. The idea has been in development since last year as those involved have worked with…

Motorcyclist Dies After Single-Vehicle Crash In Marlboro Co.

The incident occurred shortly before 8pm along Highway 9 at Zion Church Street.

A crash in Marlboro County Monday resulted in the death of a motorcyclist. The incident occurred shortly before 8pm along Highway 9 at Zion Church Street. A 2014 Honda was traveling north when it veered off the right side of the road and struck a culvert. The driver was the only occupant on the motorcycle which was the only vehicle…

Family Of Drowning Victim To Sue North Myrtle Beach

The city has denied claims in the suit without providing further explanation.

The family of a Florida man who drowned off the coast of North Myrtle Beach is suing the city. On July 26 of 2023, 30-year-old Michael Letzkus died at a hospital days after being pulled from the water. Beachgoers found the victim floating face down near 54th Avenue North. The family’s attorney claims Letzkus would have passed two lifeguard stands…

Man Charged With Murder After Family Member Shot And Killed

Responding officers were informed that an altercation led to a family member being shot in the head.

A man is now facing murder charges after the victim of a shooting succumbed to their injuries. The shooting took place on Friday at a residence along Old Millpond Road in Darlington County. Responding officers were informed that an altercation led to a family member being shot in the head. The victim was taken to a hospital where they later…

Deals For National Hot Dog Month

Burger King is selling classic grilled hot dogs for $0.79  throughout the entire month of July which is also known as National Hot Dog Month.

Wednesday is National Hot Dog Day and several establishments have deals to celebrate. Burger King is selling classic grilled hot dogs for $0.79  throughout the entire month of July which is also known as National Hot Dog Month. Hwy 55 is selling hot dogs for $0.99 every Wednesday during the month. 7-Eleven is offering hot dogs for just $1. Kangaroo…

Terrell Davis Wrongfully Handcuffed On United Airlines Flight

The former Denver Broncos running back was flying with his wife and three children when one of his sons asked for a cup of ice.

Pro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Davis reported he was wrongfully detained on a United Airlines flight Saturday. The former Denver Broncos running back was flying with his wife and three children when one of his sons asked for a cup of ice. It was said Davis tapped a flight attendant’s arm to request the cup of ice which prompted…

Russian Cybersecurity Company Shutting Down U.S. Operations

The ban of the sale and provision of its software was decided citing national security concerns.

Russian cybersecurity company Kaspersky Lab will gradually wind down its U.S. operations. The company will also lay off its U.S. based employees after the Department of Commerce announced a ban on the firm selling its products in the U.S.. The ban of the sale and provision of its software was decided citing national security concerns. Officials claimed the Russian government…

Biden Calls For 5% Cap On Annual Rent Increases

The economy and the cost of living is one of Biden’s primary vulnerabilities in his re-election bid.

The White House plans to reveal new actions aimed at lowering the cost of housing. President Biden is set to call on Congress Tuesday to pass a law that would force landlords to cap annual rent increases at 5% or face losing out on federal tax breaks. If Congress takes up the law, the plan would apply to landlords who…

California 1st State To Ban School Requirement Regarding Gender Identity

The legislation comes amid a nationwide debate over local school districts and the rights of parents and LGBTQ+ students.

California has become the first state to ban a certain school district rule. The law dismisses school rules that require teachers and other staff to notify parents or guardians if their child requests to change their gender identification. Proponents of legislation say the ban will help protect LGBTQ+ students who live in households that do not accept their identities. However,…

Trump Names Vice Presidential Pick During Day 1 Of RNC

Donald Trump named Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his vice presidential pick.

The first day of the Republican National Convention took place in Milwaukee Monday. Donald Trump named Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his vice presidential pick. The pair was formally appointed as the GOP Nominee for this year’s presidential election. Vance has adopted Trump’s agenda after years of criticizing his motives. He addressed the criticism saying yes he was skeptical of…