Author: Annelyn Russ

Man Arrested After Deceased Body Found In Myrtle Beach

The body was discovered in the 1600 block of Plaza Place off of Osceola Street in the 10th Avenue area.

One man has been arrested after a deceased body was found in Myrtle Beach Wednesday. Around 7am, the body was discovered in the 1600 block of Plaza Place off of Osceola Street in the 10th Avenue area. The person’s identity has not been publicly revealed. Details are limited at this time. We do know 18-year-old Everett Ellis was detained in…

NASA Launches Odie Lunar Lander On Journey To The Moon’s Surface

If successful, this will mark the first touchdown of a U.S.-made spacecraft on the moon in five decades.

The Odysseus Lunar Lander has embarked on a historic journey to the moon’s surface. ‘Odie’ or ‘IM-1’ lifted off atop a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket around 1am Thursday morning from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Odie is now on an oval-shaped path around Earth. Once the spacecraft is 18 hours into spaceflight, the vehicle will ignite its motor for…

Wendy’s Reveals New Breakfast Menu Item

The new option will be available at Wendy's locations nationwide starting on February 26, during breakfast hours only.

Wendy’s is adding an innovative new comfort food to its breakfast lineup with the help of another restaurant chain. Wednesday, the chain revealed Cinnabon Pull-Aparts. The new treat is described as a spin on the classic cinnamon roll, and it features Danish dough dunked in a glaze, baked with cinnamon, brown butter and sugar, then topped with Cinnabon’s cream cheese…

The FTC Is Digging Into Reasoning Behind Drug Shortages In The U.S.

Americans have faced acute shortages of critical drugs for years, the inquiry aims to reveal factors driving these shortages and how to solve the issue.

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is investigating a shortage of generic drugs like chemotherapies and antibiotics. The agency is looking into the role played by drug distributors and other companies that purchase medicines for U.S. hospitals in regards to the shortages. The FTC will seek information about drug distributors and hospital purchasing groups and their contracting practices, market concentration as…

FDA Approves First-Ever Frostbite Treatment Option For Adults

It was said the new medication option provides physicians with a tool that will help prevent the life-changing amputation of one's frostbitten limbs.

Wednesday the FDA approved the first-ever treatment option for frostbite in adults. Aurlumyn injection can help reduce the risk of finger or toe amputation. The active ingredient in the treatment is Iloprost, which prevents blood from clotting, showcasing efficacy in treating frostbite patients. It was said the new medication option provides physicians with a tool that will help prevent the…

U.S. Officials Express Concern Over National Security Threat

The weapon could take out satellites that serve as a crucial backbone for U.S. civilian communications, navigation, military operations and intelligence gathering.

Russia is developing a space-based nuclear weapon intended to target U.S. satellites. The weapon is reported not operational at this time. However, Moscow’s pursuit of an advanced weapon that could jeopardize America’s vital satellite network has raised concern among U.S. officials. House Rep. Mike Turner addressed concerns Wednesday calling on the White House to declassify information about an unnamed “serious…

Shooting At Kansas City Chiefs’ Parade Leaves One Dead And Over 30 Injured

An estimated one million people gathered in downtown Kansas City, Missouri, for the rally to mark the Chiefs' repeat championship win.

Details are still coming out surrounding the shooting after the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory celebration. An estimated one million people gathered in downtown Kansas City, Missouri, for the rally to mark the Chiefs’ repeat championship win. Players were still on the stage when the gunfire broke out leaving one person dead and over 30 others injured. Children were…

World’s Strongest Man Competition To Return To The Grand Strand

The competition is set to start May 1 and last through May 5.

The World’s Strongest Man Competition is returning to the Grand Strand. The competition is set to start May 1 and last through May 5. The showcase will feature the world’s top 30 strongest men in head-to-head challenges of maximum strength. Competitions include atlas stone lifts, deadlifts, and other surprise events throughout the five day showcase. General Admission and VIP tickets…

Duck Donuts To Open Location In Florence

A grand opening date has not been announced at this time.

A donut chain is set to open a new location in Florence. Duck Donuts said their “made to order” treats will be available at their new store soon. The new location will be at 1360 Celebration Boulevard. A grand opening date has not been announced at this time.

Myrtle Beach Police Cruiser Crashes Into Pier Causing Nearly $60K In Damages

It was determine the officer was "driving too fast for conditions" when he struck the pier.

We now have details of the incident in which a Myrtle Beach Police cruiser crashed into a pier on December 16. Justin Falco was the officer behind the wheel of the vehicle when he crashed into Pier 14 on North Ocean Boulevard. It was determine he was “driving too fast for conditions” when he struck the pier. Falco is still…