Author: Annelyn Russ

USDA Approves McMaster’s Waiver To Exclude Products From SNAP

The products to be dismissed include candy, energy drinks, soft drinks, and sweetened beverages.

The USDA has approved S.C. Gov. Henry McMaster’s proposal to exclude unhealthy products from the list of eligible foods under the SNAP program. The products to be dismissed include candy, energy drinks, soft drinks, and sweetened beverages. McMaster first announced his plans to pursue the waiver back in August. He went on to issue and executive order in September directing…

Man Arrested After Motel Shooting Injures Two

The incident unfolded Monday at the Days Inn located on Radford Boulevard.

One man has been charged in connection to a Dillon County shooting. The incident unfolded Monday at the Days Inn located on Radford Boulevard. Two people sustained injuries. Samuel Covington has since been arrested and charged with two counts of attempted murder, possession of a firearm by a felon, and possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent…

Two-Vehicle Crash Leaves Three People Hurt

Extrication operations were used to remove those who were entrapped after the crash.

A two-vehicle crash in Horry County left three people hurt. The accident happened around 1am Thursday in the area of Highway 544 and Cox Ferry Road. Lanes of traffic were blocked off as crews worked the scene where extrication operations were used to remove those who were entrapped after the crash. The South Carolina Highway Patrol is now investigating.

Woman Arrested In Connection To Fatal Hit And Run

The situation took place just after midnight on Wednesday in the 400 block of South Main Street.

A hit and run in Robeson County claimed the life of one person. The situation took place just after midnight on Wednesday in the 400 block of South Main Street. 72-year-old Marjorie McNeill of Red Springs was crossing South Main Street when she was struck by a white SUV. She was transported to a hospital where she later died. An…

Italian Cuisine Makes UNESCO History

Pizza, Pasta, Prosecco and everything in between has been designated an Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Italy has become the first country in history to have an entire cuisine added to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list. Rather than a single recipe or tradition, the United Nations body voted to add Italian cuisine as a whole to the list. Pizza, Pasta, Prosecco and everything in between has been designated an Intangible Cultural Heritage. Italy was…

Krispy Kreme Brings Back ‘Day Of The Dozens’ Deal

The deal is available in-shop, drive-thru, or online for pick-up or delivery at participating shops.

The annual ‘Day of the Dozens’ is returning to Krispy Kreme. On Friday, the date will be 12/12 and only on that day, the doughnut franchise is offering guests a dozen Original Glazed doughnuts for just $1 with the purchase of any dozen at regular price. The deal is available in-shop, drive-thru, or online for pick-up or delivery at participating…

Powerball Jackpot Surges To $1 Billion

Numbers from Wednesday night's drawing were 10,16,29,33, and 69 with a Powerball of 2.

The Powerball Jackpot surges to an estimated $1 billion. Numbers from Wednesday night’s drawing were 10,16,29,33, and 69 with a Powerball of 2. The Power Play multiplier was 3x. No tickets matched all the numbers to win the jackpot despite several winning minimum prizes. The new jackpot now has an estimated cash value of $461.3 million. The next drawing will…

Amazon Launches Same-Day Delivery For Groceries In Myrtle Beach

Consumers have a variety of groceries, including produce, meats, dairy, and baked goods.

Amazon has launched its Same-Day Delivery Service for fresh groceries in Myrtle Beach. Consumers have a variety of groceries, including produce, meats, dairy, and baked goods. You can order them along with everyday Amazon purchases. The company has expanded its perishable options, that now include additional favorites from Whole Foods Market. Prime members receive free same-day delivery on orders over…

MBFD To Play CCU In Annual Charity Hockey Game

This will be the first time the fire team will face off against the Chanticleers.

The Myrtle Beach Fire Ice Hockey team is set to face off against Coastal Carolina University. This will be the first time the fire team will face off against the Chanticleers for their annual charity hockey game. The department is calling the game their biggest yet. All proceeds collected will benefit Myrtle Beach Fire Cares. The non-profit organization assists with…

Myrtle Beach Target Threat Determined A Hoax

Police responded to the threat at the Target located on Seaboard Street.

A threat at a target in Myrtle Beach was found to be a hoax. Around 10pm Tuesday, police responded to the Target located on Seaboard Street. Someone called the retailer claiming to have placed bombs around the building and demanded money. The building was searched and no threats were found. Law enforcement was in the area for an extended period…