Author: Annelyn Russ

CCU’s New Program Aims To Give Qualifying Students Free Tuition

The 'Coastal Commitment' initiative guarantees admission and free tuition to S.C. students who meet the requirements.

Coastal Carolina University is offering free tuition through a new program. The ‘Coastal Commitment’ initiative guarantees admission and free tuition to S.C. students who graduated in the top 10% of their high school class and whose families have an annual income of less than $80,000. The program is set to kick off with students coming into the new academic year…

Search Continues For Man Missing Since July

Matthew Prebeg's car was discovered abandoned but locked with his cell phone, driver's license and clothes inside.

The Dillon County Sheriff’s Office is asking for assistance locating a man who was reported missing back in July. 41-year-old Matthew Prebeg was last seen leaving Myrtle Beach on July 8th. His car was discovered abandoned but locked with his cell phone, driver’s license and clothes inside. It was found off of highway 38 in the Latta area. Prebeg last…

TSA Releases Guidelines For Thanksgiving Traveling With Food

When packing, make sure your food items can easily be pulled from your checked luggage for quick screening as well as if you go through TSA too.

Over 30 million people are expected to fly during the Thanksgiving holiday and the TSA has released a list if you plan to travel with food. The TSA website clearly states, “If it’s a solid item, it can go through checkpoint. However, if you can spill it, spread it, spray it, pump it, or pour it, and it’s larger than…

Some Stores Will Be Closed On Thanksgiving Day

If you still need to get Thanksgiving meal items, act fast because many stores will be closed for the holiday.

If you still need to get Thanksgiving meal items, act fast because many stores will be closed for the holiday. Stores that will be closed on Thursday include the following: Aldi Walmart Publix Sam’s Club Target Costco Trader Joe’s Best Buy Dick’s Sporting Goods Home Depot JCPenney Kohl’s Lowe’s Macy’s Office Depot Office Max Petco PetSmart Sephora Ulta

Prices For Gas And Thanksgiving Meals Appear To Be Lower This Year

The economy is expected to be a prominent issue for voters heading into the 2024 election.

The White House and President Biden’s reelection campaign are eager to promote dropping prices from gas to the cost of turkeys this Thanksgiving. White House Chief of Staff Jeff Zients and top officials have been touting the improved figures ahead of the holidays. The White House announced the average cost for a Thanksgiving meal for ten people is $61.17 which…

Target Is Testing 10-Item Restriction At Self-Checkout Areas

Retail theft has been on the rise in recent months which is another reason retailers are moving to limit or oversee the option of self-checkout lanes.

Target is set to soon test restrictions in regards to self-checkout areas. The retailer is planning to limit self-checkout shoppers to 10 items. The decision was made in order to heighten the customer experience and specifically reduce wait times. The change will only affect a small number of stores during its trial phase and it is unclear at this time…

Honda Issues Recall On Nearly 250,000 Vehicles

The recall covers the 2016, 2018 and 2019 Pilot SUV, the 2018-2019 Odyssey Minivan, the 2017 and 2019 Ridgline Pickup, as well as the 2015-2020 Acura TLX and 2016-2020 Acura MDX models.

Honda has issued a recall on nearly 250,000 vehicles. The company announced the recall over a crankshaft defect that could cause the connecting rod bearing to seize, potentially causing the engine to stall or fail to crank. This could result in damage to the engine and could also cause the vehicle to stop while driving. The issue was caused due…

‘Winter Wonderland At The Beach’ Returns To The Grand Strand

The display will be open from 5-9pm every day through the holiday season, but it will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

An annual holiday light display is returning to the Grand Strand this week. On Friday, Myrtle Beach’s ‘Winter Wonderland at the Beach’ will kick off with a free walk-through light display on the Myrtle Beach boardwalk. The display will be open from 5-9pm every day through the holiday season, but it will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day….

Conway Gets New Physical Therapy Clinic

The room is around 2,500 square feet and already serves 50 to 60 patients.

The city of Conway has a new physical therapy clinic. The establishment is located on Millpond Road inside the Conway Sports and Fitness Center. The room is around 2,500 square feet and already serves 50 to 60 patients. The clinic is open Monday through Friday. Operating hours: Monday/Wednesday: 7am-5pm Tuesday/Thursday: 8am-5pm Friday: 7-11am

St. James High School Dance Team To Perform During Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

The school combined the JV and Varsity teams which brought the total to 17 dancers that are set to head to New York City to be a part of the beloved tradition.

A group of dancers in Horry County is gearing up for the opportunity of a lifetime. A performance from the St. James High School Dance Team is scheduled to take place during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade this week. The school combined the JV and Varsity teams which brought the total to 17 dancers that are set to head to…