Author: Annelyn Russ

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IAM Union Members Accept Boeing’s New Contract Offer

The move comes after the IAM union previously rejected three other offers that did not meet their satisfaction.
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Members of the IAM union voted in favor of boeing’s latest proposal ending a months long strike. Of the 33,000 striking workers, 59% of them voted to accept the new deal. The contract will increase wages by 39% over four-years. It also provides a $12,000 cash bonus to hourly workers as well as increased contributions to retirement savings plans. The…

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FBI Monitoring Election Threats

The deputy said the purpose of the command post is to ensure the agency is ready to respond to any situation that may come.
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The FBI is monitoring election threats as voting is set to wrap up. “This operation is going to run 24/7 for the national election week,” said FBI Deputy Assistant Director James Barnacle. The deputy said the purpose of the command post is to ensure the agency is ready to respond to any situation that may come. Election interference has been…

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Election Day 2024

The results of this election could be delivered within hours, but given how close this race is predicted to be, it could take longer.
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Tuesday is Election Day, and it’s your last chance to have your voice heard this election season. The close race is between Vice President Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump who each delivered contrasting closing pitches Monday night. The U.S. uses the electoral college to elect the nation’s president. There are 538 electors across the 50 states and both…

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East Carolina Agricultural Fair Is Being Held In Florence

The fair features 35 amusement rides, including a ferris wheel, large swings, the cliff hanger, and more.
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The Florence Eastern Carolina Agricultural Fair kicked off last Thursday and you still have several days to head out and enjoy some fun. Pat Lee, who runs the fair, shared some information. The fair features 35 amusement rides, including a ferris wheel, large swings, the cliff hanger, and more. There is also several live entertainment shows that involve a wild…

Mill
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State Officials To Assist Workers Impacted By International Paper Closure

S.C. Works staff will be at the plant November 6-8 helping employees with resume writing and other skills.
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In wake of International Paper in Georgetown is shutting down, state officials are hosting a job fair for impacted workers. Nearly 700 employees are being forced to search for a new job as the mill is set to close for good by the end of December. S.C. Works staff will be at the plant November 6-8 helping employees with resume…

Finn
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Myrtle Beach Valor Fest ’24

The Valor Fest will include the 'Patriotic Pups 5K' race and a 'Pints 4 Heroes' cornhole tournament.
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Myrtle Beach is hosting Valor Fest ’24 to fund surgery for a Veteran’s service dog. The proceeds will go toward Joint Task Force K9s, which is an organization that helps Veterans who suffer from PTSD. This year the event will assist Mr. Finn, a K9 who needs hip surgery. During the event, Finn will be presented to his new owner,…

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Balloons Identified As Mysterious Object Recovered From Ocean

Shortly after 11am Sunday, police were called to the area of 18th Avenue South.
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The search was on for a mysterious object that was witnessed falling from the sky in the Myrtle Beach area. Shortly after 11am Sunday, police were called to the area of 18th Avenue South for an object that was seen landing in the ocean. The U.S. Coast Guard launched a helicopter to aid the search. The object was recovered by…

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Pedestrian Struck And Killed Near Myrtle Beach Area

The incident occurred around 7:30pm on Saturday near Fairyland Drive.
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A pedestrian was struck and killed in a collision in the Myrtle Beach area. The incident occurred around 7:30pm on Saturday near Fairyland Drive. A Jeep Grand Cherokee was heading north when it struck a person who was attempting to cross a portion of Highway 707. The victim’s identity was not publicly released. Further details remain limited and an investigation…

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One Injured After Shooting At A Home In Conway

Police were called around 11:30am Sunday to Barker Street.
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One person was hurt during a shooting that took place at a home in Conway. Police were called around 11:30am Sunday to Barker Street. Upon arrival, one victim was found suffering injuries. They were transported to a hospital to be treated, but their current condition is unknown at this time. No additional information was immediately available.

Ip
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International Paper In Georgetown To Close

"In addition to the elimination of nearly 700 jobs, there are further community impacts including to contractors, small businesses and nonprofits."
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International Paper in Georgetown is set to shut down for good. The mill will close down in stages that will begin on December 1. All operations are expected to be completely halted by the end of the year. IP has been a large source of employment in the community for decades. 674 employees currently work for the company with 526…

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