Author: Annelyn Russ

Oscar Pistorius Released From Prison On Parole

Pistorius was sentenced for killing his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp after shooting her four times through a locked bathroom door in his home on February 14, 2013.

Oscar Pistorius, the double-amputee Paralympic and Olympic sprinter, was released from prison on parole Friday. Pistorius was sentenced for killing his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp after shooting her four times through a locked bathroom door in his home on February 14, 2013. Prosecutors said that he killed her out of anger during a Valentine’s Day argument. However, Pistorius maintained that he…

Investigation Still Underway 3 Years After Jan. 6th Capitol Riot

Former President Trump is also set to stand trial in March in the case accusing him of taking part in the riot to overturn his 2020 election loss. He has reiterated his innocence in the case brought against him.

January 6, 2024 marks 3 years since the U.S. Capitol riot occurred and an investigation is still underway. Members of far-right extremist groups, former police officers, an Olympic gold medalist swimmer, and active duty U.S. Marines, are among over 1,230 people who have been charged in the large prosecution of the case. Around 750 people have been sentenced to prison…

Sixth Grader Killed In Iowa School Shooting

The shooter was identified as 17-year-old Dylan Butler who was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

On Friday, a gunman opened fire at a Perry High School in Iowa on the first day back after winter break. The shooter was identified as 17-year-old Dylan Butler who was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Before shooting himself, Butler shot and killed a 6th grader and shot and injured four students as well as the school’s principal….

Conway City Council Approves Annexation And Development Of Large Project

The project is expected to bring around 3,300 multifamily, townhomes and single family detached residences.

Conway City Council approved the annexation and development of one of the largest project proposals ever in the city. The vote was unanimous and allows the ‘Warden Station Tract’ project to bring over 1,700 acres near Pitch Landing Road and Highway 701. The project is expected to bring around 3,300 multifamily, townhomes and single family detached residences. The developers said…

Fatal Shooting Prompts Bar To Change Age Limit Restrictions

A sign on the front door of the establishment states women must be 25 and men be 30 to set foot inside the building.

A Little River bar has changed some rules after a shooting on New Year’s Eve left two people dead and two others injured. A 20-year-old and 19-year-old were both killed in the gunfire and now the Drinking Class Bar has set new age restrictions to enter. A sign on the front door of the establishment states women must be 25…

Death Investigation Underway After Body Found In Robeson County

The deceased victim has been identified as 50-year-old Tara Barton of Lumberton. Her body has been sent to the North Carolina Medical Examiner's Office to determine the cause of death.

A death investigation is underway after a body was found in Robeson County. Around 5:30 Wednesday morning officers were flagged down by a woman who said she was walking behind a car repair shop and came across a woman’s body on the ground by one of the junk vehicles. The shop is located in the 400 block of Chippewa Street….

Florence Police Request Help Identifying Persons Of Interest

Around 3pm on December 29th, a gray 2018 BMW X1 was stolen from a residence on East Henry Drive in the Florence area.

Florence police are asking for the public’s help in identifying two persons of interest. Around 3pm on December 29th, a gray 2018 BMW X1 was stolen from a residence on East Henry Drive in the Florence area. Anyone who has any information regarding the two people pictured in the video above is urged to contact the Florence County Sheriff’s Office.

Starbucks Now Allows Customers To Use Personal Cups For Beverages

Customers are now allowed to use a personal cup when visiting the coffee chain.

Starbucks has announced a new option for its customers. Customers are now allowed to use a personal cup when visiting the coffee chain. You can use a reusable cup for any in-store, mobile or drive-thru order. If you do so, you’ll get a 10-cent discount on your order and if you’re a Starbucks Rewards Member, you get 25 bonus stars….

Ford Recalls Nearly 113,000 F-150 Pickup Trucks

The recall covers F-150 pickup trucks with model years 2021 through 2023 that are equipped with 'The Trailer Tow Max Duty' package.

Ford has issued a recall on nearly 113,000 vehicles. The recall covers F-150 pickup trucks with model years 2021 through 2023 that are equipped with ‘The Trailer Tow Max Duty’ package. The rear axle hub bolt could burn out or break which could result in damage to the axle hub splines. In result of the damage, the vehicle poses risks…