The Mega Millions jackpot is nearing $1 billion after no tickets matched all 6 numbers from Tuesday night’s drawing. The winning numbers drawn Tuesday night were 24, 46, 49, 62 and 66 with a Mega Ball of 7. The jackpot has now increased to an estimated $977 million with a cash option of $461 million. The next drawing is set…
The U.S. is no longer among the 20 happiest countries in the world. In the recently released 2024 World Happiness Report by Gallup and its partners, the U.S. dropped out of the top 20 on the list for the first time in the report’s 12-year history. The U.S. is now ranked at No. 23 compared to the No. 15 spot…
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a warning for two brands of water beads sold on Amazon. It was said, “The large water beads contain levels of acrylamide in violation of the Federal Hazardous Substances Act. If one of these large water beads is ingested, it can pose a risk of toxicity to children, causing adverse health effects.” There…
The city of Conway exchanged their St. Patrick’s Day theme for Easter decor. Conway has transformed into an Easter wonderland with colorful eggs in trees and ground, plus, a welcoming bunny and a light-up sign wishing a happy holiday. The city is also set to host an Easter egg hunt this Saturday. Activities are set to start at 10am. It…
SC Works is hosting hiring events this week. On Thursday, the company is hosting a job fair at the DoubleTree Resort in Myrtle Beach from 9am-noon. Then, on Friday, there will be a community hiring event hosted at Fresh Brewed Coffee House in Myrtle Beach from 1pm-3pm. The events will feature multiple employers and various job opportunities. Everyone is welcomed…
A man is facing several charges after allegedly attempting to rob five people at a volunteer operated charity. Around 4:20pm on Thursday, police responded to the Associated Charities on Lumber Street in Myrtle Beach on reports of an armed robbery. Upon arrival, five people informed officers that a man walked in with a gun sporting a ski mask and demanded…
The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man wanted in connection to a homicide investigation. In july of 2022, police responded to McCallum Road in reference to an individual inside his vehicle suffering from a gunshot wound. Upon arrival, they found 26-year-old Kendrick Locklear dead. Police are now looking for 28-year-old Timothy Smith Jr. in connection to the…
Two restaurants are offering deals to celebrate the start of March Madness. T.G.I Fridays is giving basketball fans a consolation prize. They’re giving away an order of 6 boneless wings to everyone with a busted bracket, alongside any food or nonalcoholic beverage purchase. Just bring your bracket along with you to the restaurant to receive the giveaway. The offer is…
March Madness gets underway this week. The Wagner Seahawks and the Howard Bison will kick off the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament Tuesday at 6:40pm for the No. 16 seed in the west. After Texas Southern and Tarleton State play at 7pm, Abilene Christian will take on Texas A&M-CC at 9pm. Shortly after 9pm, Colorado State and Virginia will face off…
Trader Joe’s is recalling ‘specific’ production lots of cashews. The recall covers “50% Less Sodium Roasted & Salted Whole Cashews.” The products are being recalled over the potential risk of salmonella. They were sold at Trader Joe’s locations nationwide. The recall notice comes days after John B. Sanfilippo and Son Inc. placed a recall on ‘Great Value’ brand ‘Honey Roasted…
