Author: Annelyn Russ

A Severe Weather System Damaged Parts Of The South

One storm related death was reported in Scott County, Mississippi but the exact cause of death has not been publicly revealed.

A severe weather system damaged parts of the south Wednesday. Areas across Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama were strongly affected. One storm related death was reported in Scott County, Mississippi but the exact cause of death has not been publicly revealed. At least 10 people were injured and taken to hospitals after a possible tornado touched down in Slidell, Louisiana and…

New High-Rise Hotel Could Soon Be Coming To Myrtle Beach

The new 24-story oceanfront hotel would be located along 23rd Avenue North and Ocean Boulevard.

Myrtle Beach City Council members decided to move forward with rezoning plans during Tuesday’s meeting. The plans would pave the way for a new high-rise hotel to be added to the Grand Strand. The new 24-story oceanfront hotel would be located along 23rd Avenue North and Ocean Boulevard. It will also have a four-story parking garage. The project is expected…

Myrtle Beach City Council Approves Hate Intimidation Ordinance

The ordinance reads that anyone convicted of a crime motivated by hate will face a $500 fine and 30 days in jail.

The Myrtle Beach City Council passed a new ordinance Tuesday. The council approved the second reading of its “hate intimidation” ordinance after it passed a first reading back in March. Tuesday’s final vote added the ordinance to the city’s code. The goal is to protect residents and visitors from and to deter crimes motivated by bias or hate towards any…

Two Arrested In Connection To Drive-By Shooting That Left Two Injured

On Friday night, police responded to 79 Spruce Lane in the Rennert Community on reports of two people shot.

Two men have been arrested in connection to a shooting incident we told you about earlier this week. On Friday night, police responded to 79 Spruce Lane in the Rennert Community on reports of two people shot. Upon arrival, police found the victims had been transported to a hospital by a privately owned vehicle. Both remain in critical condition. It…

Suspect Of Robeson County Homicide Investigation Arrested

The charges stem from a homicide investigation that was opened after deputies found 33-year-old Brandigan Hunt deceased in a vehicle.

A man wanted by the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office was detained Tuesday afternoon. 20-year-old Chase Locklear was arrested on Highway 72 west during a traffic stop. He was charged with first-degree murder, discharging a weapon into an occupied vehicle inflicting serious bodily injury, assault by pointing a gun and communicating threats. The charges stem from a homicide investigation that was…

Mattel Releases New Version Of Scrabble

Instead of competing, players collaborate to complete goal cards, and there are helper cards if assistance is required.

Mattel has released a new version of ‘Scrabble.’ The game has been around for over 75 years, entertaining players competing to see who can make the highest score words from a random selection of letters. The new version dubbed ‘Scrabble Together’ adds a second side to the board. The new side is collaborative and faster-paced to make game-play more accessible…

What To Do With Solar Eclipse Protective Glasses After Eclipse

The next total solar eclipse will occur in August of 2026. It will be visible to Spain, Iceland, Greenland and part of Portugal.

Now that the solar eclipse is over, you may have protective glasses lying around. The American Astronomical Society said solar eclipse glasses, are safe to reuse as long as they are not damaged, dirty, punctured, scratched, torn, wet or otherwise separated from their frame. The eye wear can be donated to reputable organizations such as the non-profit Astronomers Without Borders,…

USPS To Raise Prices Again

The new rates include a 5 cent increase in the price of a First-Class Mail Forever Stamp from 68 cents to 73 cents.

The U.S. Postal Service announced it is raising prices once again. The proposed adjustments would raise mailing services product prices by nearly 7.8%. The new rates include a 5 cent increase in the price of a First-Class Mail Forever Stamp from 68 cents to 73 cents. The additional ounce price for single-piece letters will also increase from 24 to 28…

EPA Establishes Limits For “Forever Chemicals” In Drinking Water

The agency suggests, water systems should aim to eliminate the chemicals all together. It believes there is no safe level of exposure.

For the first time, the Environmental Protection Agency has established national limits for six types of “forever chemicals” in drinking water. The substances known as PFAS are barely degradable and are nearly impossible to destroy, so they can linger permanently in air, water and soil. The chemicals have been associated with a higher risk of certain cancers, heart disease, high…

Arizona Supreme Court Rules State Must Abide By Century-Old Abortion Law

Enforcement of the law has been delayed for 14 days as it could face legal challenges, including whether it is constitutional.

The Arizona Supreme Court ruled Tuesday the state must abide by an abortion law dating back to 1864. The law was codified in 1901 and bans nearly all abortions. It also carries a prison sentence of two to five years and fines for abortion providers. The legislation comes with exceptions when the action is necessary to save a woman’s life….