Author: Annelyn Russ

More Than 160 People Remain missing Amid Texas Floods

Tragedy struck over the weekend when heavy rainfall prompted the Guadalupe River to overflow throughout several counties.

We have additional information on the tragic fatal flooding that is impacting parts of Texas this week. The death toll increased to 110, including at least 30 children. It has now been confirmed that at least 161 people are missing. Search and rescue operations has entered a fifth day. Tragedy struck over the weekend when heavy rainfall prompted the Guadalupe…

Fresh Brewed Coffee Collects Items For Food Drive

Fresh Brewed Coffee is collecting items focusing on diabetics and their specific diets.

A local coffee shop on the Grand Strand is taking donations for a food drive. Fresh Brewed Coffee is collecting items focusing on diabetics and their specific diets. Some examples of food that can be donated are canned or packaged low sodium items, whole grains, low-fat and sugar-free foods. The idea stemmed from one of the volunteers who was diagnosed…

S.C. Sen. Stephen Goldfinch Enters Race For Attorney General

"This race isn’t about politics, it’s about protecting families, enforcing the law, and defending the constitution,” Goldfinch said.

S.C. state Sen. Stephen Goldfinch announced his candidacy for Attorney General of the state. The South Carolina native is also a Army National Guard JAG officer, attorney, small business owner and Republican state legislator. Goldfinch is entering the race with a record of service in the courtroom, the military and the state house. His campaign will reportedly focus on four…

Atlantic Beach Names New Town Manager

Adrian Jones said he is excited to join the team and serve the residents of Atlantic Beach.

Atlantic Beach has officially named a new town manager. The town council voted to name Adrian Jones as the new manager. He is a native of Arkansas, holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering and is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Public Administration with a concentration in Finance. Mayor Pro Tem John David said Jones will bring…

Myrtle Beach Minor Curfew Could Soon Be Permanent

The curfew was set between 10pm-6am and was implemented over the Fourth of July weekend.

A temporary teen curfew in Myrtle Beach could soon become permanent. The curfew was set between 10pm-6am and was implemented over the Fourth of July weekend in response to a recent fatal shooting along Ocean Boulevard involving minors. During the temporary curfew, police encountered a handful of juveniles violating the 10pm restriction. The Myrtle Beach City Council is now set…

Suspect Crashes Into River During Police Pursuit

The driver headed to the Pitts Landing boat ramp before crashing into the Little Pee Dee River.

A police pursuit in Horry County resulted in a crash. Around 9:45pm Monday night, police conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle near Highway 501 and Waccamaw Pines Drive. The driver fled the scene prompting the pursuit that lead to Highway 378. They then headed to the Pitts Landing boat ramp before crashing into the Little Pee Dee River. Horry…

Two More Suspects Arrested In Connection To Death Investigation

On June 26, 37-year-old Jacob Williamson was found shot and killed along Lyndsey Lane.

Two more suspects have been arrested in connection to an ongoing death investigation in Robeson County. On June 26, 37-year-old Jacob Williamson was found shot and killed along Lyndsey Lane in the Shannon area. On Monday, police announced the arrests of 28-year-old Ann Marie Locklear and 19-year-old Christopher Locklear. Both are charged with first-degree murder, robbery with a dangerous weapon,…

17-Year-Old Found Deceased In Horry County

Officers responded to a location on Stallion Court on reports of a recent shooting.

An investigation is underway after a teen was found dead inside a vehicle in Horry County. Officers responded to a location on Stallion Court on reports of a recent shooting. Upon arrival, a Chevrolet Tahoe with a South Carolina license plate was located. The body of 17-year-old Jamarion Jackson was discovered deceased. It was determined that he died around 3:30…

Amazon Prime Days Kick Off

The sales event will run through July 11 totaling to a full 96 hours of deals, the longest Prime Day run yet.

Amazon Prime Day kicked off Tuesday. The sales event will run through July 11 totaling to a full 96 hours of deals, the longest Prime Day run yet. Online shoppers can find deals across more than 36 categories, including electronics, kitchen, beauty and apparel. The deals will come and go throughout the event, and the best bargains tend to sell…

TSA To Remove No-Shoe Rule In Security Checks Across Some Airports

The no-shoes rule was implemented by TSA nationwide following a 2006 incident.

TSA is making a change to security checks across several airports in the U.S.. The change appears to be a phased approach in which a few airports will no longer require shoe removal during the security check process. The first airports to test the move include Baltimore/Washington International Airport, Fort Lauderdale International Airport, and Piedmont Triad International Airport in North…