Author: Annelyn Russ

Mortgage
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Mortgage Rates Drop For Fifth Consecutive Week

Mid-August, the average rate jumped above 7% and kept rising for seven straight weeks, reaching as high as 7.79% at the end of October.
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Mortgage rates have dropped for the fifth consecutive week. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to an average of 7.22% this week, which is down from 7.29% last week. Around this time a year ago, the average 30-year fixed-rate stood at 6.49%. Mid-August, the average rate jumped above 7% and kept rising for seven straight weeks, reaching as high as 7.79%…

Protein
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Limited Quantity Of Burn Boot Camp Protein Bars Recalled

The recalled products were were distributed through Burn Boot Camp retail locations nationwide, as well as online through its website.
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A recall has been placed on a certain brand of protein bars. Doctors Scientific Organica issued the voluntary recall of a limited quantity of ‘Burn Boot Camp Afterburn Grass-Fed Whey Protein Bars (60 grams) Triple Chocolate Almond’ flavor products due to the potential presence of foreign material. The bars may have been contaminated with disposable hairnets, shrink wrap, and parchment…

Tiktok
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Judge Blocks Montana’s Attempt To Ban TikTok Statewide

On Thursday, U.S. District Judge Donald Molloy issued a preliminary injunction stating that Montana's statewide ban of the app "oversteps state power and infringes on the constitutional rights of users."
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A judge has blocked the state of Montana’s attempt to ban TikTok. Back in May, Montana became the first state to issue a TikTok ban. The ban was set to be enforced starting in January. Under the ban, every time a user was offered the ability to download the app, it would have been considered a violation of the ban…

Water
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The EPA Proposed New Rule That Would Ditch Lead Water Pipes Completely

Experts decided that no amount of lead exposure is safe and it puts people at risk of disease and sickness.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has proposed a rule that would require water systems across the Nation to replace millions of lead service lines. Under the proposal, all lead pipes must be replaced within 10 years, regardless of the lead levels in tap or other drinking water samples. The rule would further strengthen the Safe Drinking Water Act and the…

Peir
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Completion Date Set For Surfside Beach Pier Construction

There have been numerous delays in construction and opening of the new pier, but the town is hoping to host a grand opening in May at the start of the busy summer season.
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The Surfside Beach Pier now has an official completion date. The structure has been under construction since it was destroyed during Hurricane Matthew in 2016. Since then, crews have been working to recreate the pier with a stronger base and upgrades. Engineers announced Tuesday night that the project pier completion date has been set for January 1st. There will be…

Mall
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Plans For Redeveloping The Inlet Square Mall Proceed Forward

The next hoop the plans must jump through is getting a green light from the Horry County Council, where the plan must pass three readings in order to proceed.
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The Horry County Administration Committee approved plans for the redevelopment of the Inlet Square Mall in Murrells Inlet. The establishment has sat basically empty and undeveloped for sometime now, but Tuesday’s meeting was the first official step taken to help with redevelopment. Paramount Development Corporation has purchased the property and plans to do extensive demolitions and add new buildings as…

Arrested
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Wanted ‘Dangerous’ Man Now Detained

The suspect has been charged with ill treatment of animals, second-degree domestic violence, and violation of probation.
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The search for a ‘dangerous’ wanted man has ended. Police were searching for 32-year-old Michael Griffin after he allegedly threatened his girlfriend and killed her dog. On Monday, he was arrested at his home. Griffin was detained without incident and was taken to the J. Reuben Long Detention Center where he remains on a $9,500 bond. He has been charged…

Shoplifitng
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Two Women Allegedly Stole Nearly $2,000 Worth Of Goods From Store

Surveillance footage captured the women going into the Coach store at the Tanger Outlets located off of Highway 501 and snatching multiple purses.
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Horry County police are asking for help in identifying two women accused of shoplifting Back in October, surveillance footage captured the women going into the Coach store at the Tanger Outlets located off of Highway 501 and snatching multiple purses before leaving the store. Police say the purses are valued at over $2,000. Anyone who can provide any information regarding…

Shipping
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Shipping Dates For The Holiday Season

It's worth noting that the USPS has confirmed there will not be any holiday surcharges added this season.
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While Christmas is just around the corner, it is important that you’re aware of shipping deadlines to ensure your gifts reach family and friends on time. If you plan to use FedEx for your shipments, ground shipping deadlines range from December 13th through the 21st. For those choosing UPS to deliver gifts, the three-day select option has a deadline of…

Gas
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Gas Prices Are Down Nationwide

Gas prices have now fallen every day and are now down a total of 63 cents since hitting the peak of $3.88 in back September.
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Gas prices across the Nation have dropped for 61 consecutive days after getting close to $4 in recent months. The average price for a gallon of regular gas now stands at $3.25. That’s down five cents from a week ago and 26 cents from a month ago. Gas prices have now fallen every day and are now down a total…

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