Author: Annelyn Russ

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Lumberton Bridge To Close For Replacement Project

A detour will be placed with signs sending travelers onto the larger NC-72 bridge three blocks away.
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The North Carolina Department of Transportation announced a bridge replacement project will kick off next week. West Fifth Street will close over the Lumber River in Robeson County. This is the smaller of the two bridges that cross the water near the city’s center and sees less traffic. The 70-year-old bridge will close and the replacement will have wider lanes,…

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2026 CCMF Themes Revealed

This year's event will be held from June 4-7.
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Carolina Country Music Festival organizers have officially revealed the theme nights for this years event. The first night kicks off on a Thursday with the theme ‘Boots-n-Roots.’ It involves showing off your favorite sports team, bands, artists, or more. Friday’s theme will be ‘CCMF 500.’ The racing related theme could include checkered pattern prints, leather, trucker hats, racing red, and…

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Deceased Man Found Inside Trash Can In Marion Co. Home

Law enforcement is treating the situation as a homicide and an autopsy is scheduled.
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An investigation is underway after a body was discovered in Marion County. A deceased man was found inside a trash can in a home located along Pearl Street in Marion. Law enforcement is treating the situation as a homicide and an autopsy is scheduled. SLED also assisted in processing the scene and will help with the investigation. Further details remain…

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Additional Arrests Made In Connection To Deceased Found In Burned SUV

20-year-old Jerrick Thomas and 23-year-old Evin Worrell were arrested Tuesday.
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Two men have been arrested in connection to an incident that unfolded in October. On October 4, the body of 20-year-old Stoney Floyd Jr. was discovered in the back seat of a burned SUV in the Longs area. He was apparently shot and killed. 20-year-old Jerrick Thomas and 23-year-old Evin Worrell were arrested Tuesday. Each face murder and gun charges…

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Three-Vehicle Crash Leaves Several People Injured

One of the vehicles overturned and some passengers were confined and had to be extracted.
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A three-vehicle crash in Horry County left several people injured. The accident occurred shortly before 2pm Thursday at the intersection of Joyner Swamp Road and Nichols Highway in Galivants Ferry. One of the vehicles overturned and some passengers were confined and had to be extracted. Six people were hospitalized and the crash is now being investigated by the South Carolina…

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Starbucks To Roll Out Afternoon Menu

The afternoon menu will consist of new items including snack and drink options.
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Starbucks is launching a new menu to help bring in afternoon customers. The coffee chain has become a morning routine for many, but they’re seeking to get customers back in later in the day. The afternoon menu will consist of new items including snack and drink options such as tea, matcha, and energy drinks. The new energy drinks will derive…

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Man Accused Of Imitating FBI Agent To Bust Luigi Mangione Out Of Jail

Luigi Mangione is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December of 2024.
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A man has been arrested after allegedly attempting to bust Luigi Mangione out of custody. Mangione is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December of 2024. He has been held at the Metropolitan Detention Center since his arrest in connection to the fatal shooting and remains there as the case proceeds. Mark Anderson of Minnesota allegedly posed as…

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Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh To Replace Powell As Fed Chair

Kevin Warsh would replace current Fed Chair Jerome Powell when his term expires in May.
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President Trump says he is nominating Kevin Warsh to replace Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve Chair. Powell’s term is set to expire in May. Trump made the announcement via social media Friday. Warsh is a former policy maker who prioritized controlling inflation above all else. He’s called for overhauling the central bank’s workforce. The Senate Banking Committee will consider Warsh’s…

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Local Restaurant Owner Named One Of McMaster’s Chef Ambassadors

Jordan Heyd is the owner and executive chef of Lekker Eats in Myrtle Beach.
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A local restaurant owner has been named one of South Carolina Gov. McMaster’s 2026 Chef Ambassadors. Jordan Heyd is the owner and executive chef of Lekker Eats in Myrtle Beach. She joins the list with James London of Charleston and Guichard Ulysse of Greer. McMaster’s office said that Chef Ambassadors represent the state through “food festivals and other promotional opportunities,…

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Warming Shelters Open For Those In Need During Winter Weather

New Directions Men's and Women's shelters will operate under a Code Blue starting Friday through Monday.
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There will be several shelters open to help people stay warm during the winter storm. New Directions Men’s and Women’s shelters will operate under a Code Blue starting Friday through Monday. Those in need of warmth can check in and remain there throughout the designated period. The need for Code Blue nights will be re-evaluated next week. The city of…

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