Author: Annelyn Russ

Domino’s New Program Offers A Free Pizza For Those In Need

The 'Domino's Emergency Pizza' program offers a free medium two-topping pizza for customers to grab in a time of need.

Domino’s has announced a new program two assist customers in urgent need. The ‘Domino’s Emergency Pizza’ program offers a free medium two-topping pizza for customers to grab in a time of need like if you burned dinner, the power went out or a number of people happen to drop by unannounced and you have nothing prepared. Customers would just need…

California Becomes First U.S. State To Ban Potentially Harmful Chemicals In Food

The bans come as some scientific studies prove the chemicals cause cancer and behavioral issues as well as reproductive and immune system issues.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a landmark law aimed at banning chemicals in food. The ‘California Food Safety Act’ prohibits the manufacture, sale or distribution of food products in California containing red dye No. 3, potassium bromate, brominated vegetable oil or propylparabens. Nearly 3,000 products use red dye No. 3 as an ingredient, much of which are sweets. Potassium…

USPS Requests To Boost Postage Price For Fifth Time Since 2021

The new prices would raise the cost of a first-class Forever stamp from its current 66 cents to 68 cents, while other mailing costs would also rise.

The U.S. Postal Service has requested to hike the cost of postage in January. The USPS filed notice with the postal regulatory commission to hike rates starting on January 21st. The new prices would raise the cost of a first-class Forever stamp from its current 66 cents to 68 cents, while other mailing costs would also rise. If approved, the…

Over 30 University Of Florida Students Injured In Stampede-Like Incident

Someone in the crowd fainted or fell which prompted people to run for safety. Some also feared they heard gunshots, though no shots were fired.

A handful of University of Florida students were injured Monday evening after chaos erupted in a large crowd. Around 1,000 people gathered at the ‘United With Israel’ candlelight vigil at the university to pay respects to those who have lost their lives in the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. Someone in the crowd fainted or fell which prompted people…

Habitat For Humanity Of Georgetown County Is Raffling Off A New Golf Cart

There are only 3,000 raffle tickets available and they can be purchased through February 22nd when the drawing will be conducted.

Habitat for Humanity of Georgetown County is raffling off a brand new golf cart. Anyone can participate for a chance to win a 2023 Kandi USA Kruiser 4p LSV. The street legal golf cart is a new model and comes with a Color LCD Screen, 40 mile run time, a built in cooler, no maintenance batteries, and a two year…

The Annual Bike The Beach Ride Is Set To Occur This Weekend

The charity event first started three years ago in memory of Myrtle Beach High School graduate Whit Oliver who died in 2021.

The annual Bike the Beach ride is set to occur this weekend. The charity event first started three years ago in memory of Myrtle Beach High School graduate Whit Oliver who died in 2021. The ride supports bicycle and pedestrian advocacy efforts throughout the Grand Strand area. Attendees can choose to bike a 62-mile ride around the county, a 30-mile…

Entrance To Ned Donkle Field Complex Temporarily Closed

The Myrtle Beach City Government asks for people to please be patient and plan accordingly during construction.

Starting Monday, an entrance to the Ned Donkle Field Complex will be temporarily closed. The concrete and asphalt at the center entrance are being replaced. No event is delayed or canceled at this time. Anyone with intentions to use the field complex may use the side entrance on 33rd Avenue North. The center entrance is expected to reopen on Thursday….

Georgetown Police Seek Help Identifying Burglary Suspect

The suspect is described as a white male with brown hair who was sporting a camouflage hat and an MTV sweatshirt.

The Georgetown Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect wanted in connection to several burglaries. The incidents occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning at the Strand Theater and Corner Tavern businesses located on Front Street. The suspect is described as a white male with brown hair who was sporting a camouflage hat and…

Powerball Jackpot Grows After No Winners From Last Drawing

The jackpot prize now sits at an estimated $1.55 billion with an estimated cash value of $679.8 million.

The Powerball jackpot continues to grow after no tickets matched all 6 numbers from Saturday’s drawing. The jackpot prize now sits at an estimated $1.55 billion with an estimated cash value of $679.8 million. The next drawing will be held Monday night at 10:59p.m..

Kelvin Kiptum Breaks Men’s Marathon World Record

Kelvin Kiptum completed the race in 2 hours and 35 seconds, nearly three and a half minutes ahead of the other runners.

Kenya’s Kelvin Kiptum broke the men’s marathon world record in Chicago on Sunday. Running just the third competitive marathon of his career, the 23-year-old shaved 34 seconds off the previous record of 2 hours and 1 minute. Kiptum completed the race in 2 hours and 35 seconds, nearly three and a half minutes ahead of the other runners. He said…