Author: Annelyn Russ

Surfside
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Surfside Beach Pier One Step Closer To Opening

The concrete pier has been under construction since December of 2020 after the former pier was destroyed by Hurricane Matthew in 2016.
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The new Surfside Beach Pier is one step closer to opening. The pier was inspected on Monday and ‘Collins Engineering’ gave the town a certificate of occupancy. The certificate allows the pier’s tenants to move forward with plans and eventually submit them to the town council. The concrete pier has been under construction since December of 2020 after the former…

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International Drive Reopens Following Controlled Burn Activities

Drivers should use caution when traveling in the area because there is a possibility of intermittent smoke that could impact visibility.
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Following a recent closure, International Drive has re-opened. The roadway was closed from Highway 90 to Ocean Bay Elementary School as the SC Department of Natural Resources was conducting controlled burn activities in the area. There are no more controlled burns planned and the road is open to normal traffic flow. Drivers should use caution when traveling in the area…

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Police Search For Two Suspects Accused Of Stealing $3K Worth Of Merchandise

The suspects are accused of stealing nearly $3,000 worth of merchandise. They reportedly got away with 33 pairs of the footwear valued at over $2,100 as well as nearly $800 worth of charms.
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Horry County police are searching for two people suspected of robbing a Crocs store at the Tanger Outlets off of Highway 17 on Monday. The suspects are accused of stealing nearly $3,000 worth of merchandise. They reportedly got away with 33 pairs of the footwear valued at over $2,100 as well as nearly $800 worth of charms. A third person…

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Teen Arrested After Shots Fired Call In Georgetown County

One 16-year-old was in possession of a stolen 9mm pistol with an extended magazine.
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A teen was arrested in Georgetown County Wednesday after a shots fired call. Officers reported to the area of Gilbert Street and Alex Alford Drive around 6pm. Upon arrival, they found a group of juveniles at the intersection of Gilbert and Merriman Road. The minors fled on foot after seeing law enforcement but were quickly detained. One 16-year-old was in…

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Chick-fil-A Recalls Polynesian Sauce Cups

The impacted sauce cups would have been taken home between February 14 through this week.
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Chick-fil-A has recalled its Polynesian sauce due to allergy concerns. The fast-food restaurant says the cups may contain wheat and soy allergens. The impacted sauce cups would have been taken home between February 14 through this week. The recall is nationwide and affects all Polynesian sauce cups sold during those dates. There have yet to be any reported illnesses or…

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Stellantis Issues Recall For 338,000 Vehicles

The recall covers both Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Grand Cherokee L, which has three row seating.
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Stellantis has issued a recall for 338,000 vehicles. The recall covers both Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Grand Cherokee L, which has three row seating. The SUVs involved are all from the 2021 through 2023 model years. The recall was placed as parts of the front suspension could become loose. If this happens, the SUV’s front wheel could fall outward,…

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Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell To Step Down As GOP Leader

The leader's announcement marks the end of an era on Capitol Hill and sets up a high-stakes race for his successor.
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Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell announced he will step down as GOP leader this November. The 82-year-old has been a highly influential figure in Republican politics and has played a leading role in securing major victories for his party during the time he has served. McConnell will continue to serve in the U.S. Senate but will allow the “next generation…

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Supreme Court To Weigh In On Whether Trump Can Claim Immunity

The Republican candidate is facing criminal charges for his words that allegedly prompted people to storm the Capitol in attempt to overturn the election.
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The Supreme Court has agreed to weigh in on whether Former President Trump can be criminally prosecuted for his efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss. The Republican candidate is facing criminal charges for his words that allegedly prompted people to storm the Capitol in attempt to overturn the election. Trump claims he cannot be charged as he was under…

Fire
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Texas Wildfires Claim One Life

Family members identified 83-year-old Joyce Blankenship as the first and only person killed from the fires to date.
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As 23 separate wildfires continue to burn across more than a million acres in Texas Thursday, one person has died. Family members identified 83-year-old Joyce Blankenship as the first and only person killed from the fires to date. The flames broke out on Monday and have since destroyed many structures including homes. The blazes have also prompted evacuations and declared…

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Putin Warns There’s “Real” Risk Of Nuclear War

The Russian leader's comments appeared to be in response to French President Emmanuel Macron's refusal to rule out sending troops to Ukraine.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin is warning there’s a “real” risk of nuclear war. In an address, the Russian leader claimed his soldiers were advancing in Ukraine and warned the West of “tragic consequences” for any country that attempts to send troops to Kyiv. Putin said, “They should eventually realize that we also have weapons that can hit targets on their…

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