Author: Annelyn Russ

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…

An Earthquake With A Magnitude Of 6.3 Struck Afghanistan

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the U.S. and humanitarian partners are responding with urgent aid in support of the people of Afghanistan.

On Saturday, an earthquake with a 6.3 magnitude shook parts of Afghanistan. The quake struck 25 miles West of Herat city in the Western Herat province, the third largest in the country. 11 villages have been completely destroyed and hundreds of civilians have been buried under debris. 2,445 people were killed and 2,440 people are wounded. Search and rescue missions…

One Dead And Eight Others Injured In Result Of Mass Shooting In Pennsylvania

Authorities have not provided a suspect description and a motive behind the shooting remains unclear.

One person has died and eight others were left injured after a mass shooting in Pennsylvania. On Sunday, gunfire broke out at a community center in White Township of Indiana County where a private event was being held. A 22-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene. Three women and five men between the ages of 19 and 23 were…

At Least Nine U.S. Citizens Confirmed Dead In Israel’s Conflict With Hamas

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken called the Hamas attack a 'massive terrorist attack' and confirmed the U.S. will stand in solidarity with their ally during this time of intense conflict.

On Monday, a national security council spokesperson confirmed that nine U.S. citizens are among those who have died in Israel’s conflict with Hamas. State Department Spokesperson, Matt Miller said they are in close contact with the government of Israel as they continue to conduct security operations to locate U.S. citizens that remain missing. Washington, which provides nearly $3 billion in…

Israel Declares War On Hamas After Unprecedented Attack

Many people have been killed and taken hostage in the deadliest raid into Israeli territory in 50 years.

On Saturday, Gaza launched an unprecedented attack on Israel prompting a war to break out between the two. Over 700 people were killed in Hamas’ surprise assault. In response to the attack, Israel launched ‘Operation Swords of Iron’, striking a number of targets in the Gaza strip. Israel’s military says it has retaken control of all communities around Gaza. The…

Wicked Crawl For Cancer Fridays Kickoff Tonight!

Each eatery will have festive drinks and treats available for sale. All proceeds from the purchases will go directly to cancer patients in the community.

The first Wicked Crawl for Cancer is being held in downtown Conway Friday night. People can dress up in their favorite ghoulish attire and stroll around the downtown area. Participating business’ include Bonfire, Chanti’s Pizza, Coppers Restaurant, Crafty Rooster, Hop’n’Wich, Rivertown Bistro, Local Market and Deli, and Stella’s Homemade Ice Cream. Each eatery will have festive drinks and treats available…